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TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • There being five ayes and no nays.

  • Senate Bill 1851, a matter of pending business.
  • There have been six ayes and zero nays.

  • business, and I believe there’s a committee substitute.
  • Thank you, and I hope everyone has a great Thursday.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Local Government revolved around the discussion and voting on several significant bills. Notably, Senate Bill 1079 was reported to the full Senate with a unanimous recommendation for passage, followed by an equally successful vote for Senate Bill 1243. Discussions included procedural details and recommendations for local calendars, showcasing a disciplined approach to legislative processes. The committee also reviewed Senate Bill 1504, which was similarly passed and referred to local and contested calendars. Throughout the meeting, senators engaged in structured dialogue, ensuring all voices were heard during roll calls and motions.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Justice (Part II)Audio only. May 27th, 2025

Senate Criminal Justice Committee

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  • on the purpose of grand jury service, the grand jury selection process, and grand jury procedures and
  • the testimony of any witness appearing.
  • And with that, members, are there any questions of Senator

  • it do pass favorably and be printed.
  • That concludes our business, and the committee stands in recess subject to the call of the chair.
Summary: In the meeting of the Senate Committee on Criminal Justice, notable discussions centered around House Bill 3664, which focuses on grand jury reform. The session commenced with a roll call and the presence of a quorum. Senator Flores introduced a committee substitute for HB 3664, which implements new training requirements for prospective grand jurors and emphasizes the importance of disclosing Brady evidence during grand jury proceedings. The committee voted unanimously in favor of the substitute, demonstrating broad support for the improvements suggested.
TX
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  • >

    At this time, the chair lays out House Bill 101 as a matter of

  • There are five ayes and no nays.

  • The chair lays out a matter of pending business, House

  • There are five ayes and no nays.

  • Bill 5329 in lieu of Senate Bill 2220, pending by Senator.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Veteran Affairs focused on the discussion and voting of several bills, notably HB101, HB2193, HB5308, and HB5329. Senator Menendez led the proceedings, moving each bill to be reported back to the full Senate with recommendations for passage. Each bill received a unanimous vote of five ayes with no opposition, indicating strong support within the committee. The bills were discussed in a structured manner, with members expressing their opinions and facilitating the voting process efficiently. The session concluded with the acknowledgment of the pending business awaiting further discussion.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations - S/C on Article III Feb 27th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Appropriations - S/C on Article III

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  • And we said yes.
  • It's the fuel delivery trucks that take the fuel to the gas stations, and then all of the local delivery
  • , and of course that wonderful brown truck who brings your...
  • All of those are examples of CDL.
  • And in the flavor that we teach, all of those sorts of things are taken into account.
Summary: This committee meeting included extensive discussions on the impact of CDL licensing across Texas, with a strong emphasis on the need to address CDL training facilities. Multiple members expressed the necessity of enhancing accessibility and ensuring uniform quality in CDL education, citing the pressing demand for qualified drivers in various sectors including transportation and logistics. The Texas Trucking Association endorsed the proposed establishment of several training centers, further highlighting the significance of this initiative for economic growth and job creation across the state. The session included testimony from experts in the field who supported the proposal, reinforcing the committee's decision to prioritize this issue.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal Jurisprudence Mar 25th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • filling out the form and indicating you do not wish to testify.
  • , and also to make sure that any penalties that we impose are appropriate.
  • to the severity of the offense.
  • up a relatively light schedule of a few bills, and then the subcommittee could meet upon adjournment
  • of the committee next Tuesday, if that's acceptable to everybody.
Summary: In this meeting of the Committee on Criminal Jurisprudence, the members convened to discuss various legislative matters, primarily focusing on House Bill 305, introduced by Representative Hayes. There was a call for all members to be present for the vote on this bill, which indicates its importance within the agenda. The chair also announced the formation of a subcommittee tasked with evaluating new offenses and changes in penalties, emphasizing the need to ensure that new laws do not conflict with existing legislation. This initiative reflects the committee's commitment to maintaining legal consistency and appropriateness in penalty assignment for offenses.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Session Jan 24th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I ask for the advice, consent, and confirmation of the Senate with respect to the following appointments
  • Weldler from Spring, and others.
  • Relating to the Establishment of an Education Savings Account Program.
  • and placed in the journal.
  • and placed in the journal.
Bills: SB2, SB2
Summary: The meeting convened with a focus on the discussion surrounding SB2, which pertains to the establishment of an Education Savings Account Program. Senator Creighton and other members articulated their perspectives on the bill, highlighting its potential impact on educational funding and choice for families in Texas. The session included formal motions regarding the proceedings, with Senator Zaffirini advocating for motions to be recorded in the journal. Overall, the meeting underscored the importance of educational reforms and the legislative process involved in addressing those reforms.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Veteran AffairsAudio only. Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Veteran Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • There being six members present, a motion is made and a quorum
  • The chair lays out Senate Bill 1818 as a matter of pending

  • "38"> The chair recognizes Senator Honka to explain the difference between the committee substitute and
  • This is to reduce the cost of the bill and give our service members and families the ability to go to
  • marker="7" data-time="56">This was simply done working with the agency in order to reduce the cost of
Summary: The Senate Veterans Affairs Committee convened a meeting where multiple bills were discussed, notably Senate Bill 1818 and Senate Bill 1271. Senator Hancock presented SB1818, explaining that a committee substitute was introduced to allow agencies to issue full licenses rather than provisional ones, aimed at reducing costs and enabling service members and their families to work immediately. The committee moved to adopt the committee substitute without objection and recommended it to the full Senate with unanimous support. The discussion then shifted to SB1271, where Senator Hancock similarly moved to adopt a committee substitute, which also passed with minimal dissent from the committee members. The committee efficiently processed both bills, demonstrating a collaborative effort to address the needs of veterans and their families effectively. The meeting concluded with the committee standing in recess, highlighting a productive session requiring further legislative discussion in future meetings.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Senate Session Aug 7th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • read the bills and resolutions?
  • trafficking of persons or prostitution to state affairs.
  • administration of, and practices and procedures related to proceedings in the judicial branch of state
  • And Mental Health Services, the powers of the Texas Supreme
  • Court, and jurors to state affairs.
Bills: SB8
Summary: The meeting involved discussions on two significant bills, SB10 and SB16, pertaining to victims of trafficking and judicial procedures respectively. SB10 focused on establishing an affirmative defense for certain victims of trafficking and prostitution, igniting discussions regarding the support mechanisms in place for these individuals. Meanwhile, SB16 addressed the operational procedures within the judicial branch, including court security and documentation practices, sparking considerations on the efficiency and transparency of judicial processes. The committee members voiced the need for comprehensive discussions on the implications of these bills on state governance and public welfare. Attendance was notable with robust participation from various stakeholders, including lawmakers and advocacy groups. The dialogue was largely constructive, with many members expressing their commitment to improving the state's legal framework to better support vulnerable populations and streamline judicial functions. This meeting set a precedent for future engagements, indicating an ongoing legislative focus on both victim rights and judicial reform.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • As a matter of pending business...

  • for rapid onset conditions and allow for satellite locations.
  • Teacup locations cannot operate within a thousand feet of a school.
  • prescriptions can be for a maximum of 90 days with a maximum of four refills.
  • for House Bill 46 will be reported in favor of the full Senate.
Summary: The meeting of the Committee on State Affairs focused primarily on House Bill 46, which was sponsored by Senator Perry and presented by Representative King. The discussion included a committee substitute that requires fingerprinting for teacup owners to maintain program integrity, as well as regulations around teacup licensing and location restrictions, particularly in relation to schools. The committee adopted the substitute without objection and recommended that the bill do pass and be printed for further consideration by the full Senate. The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote in favor of the bill, with no opposing voices heard.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal JusticeAudio only. May 26th, 2025

Senate Criminal Justice Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Committee of Criminal Justice will come to order.

  • Chairman and members.
  • consent as it pertains to sexual assault and rape.
  • And the new substitute maintains all of the revisions that
  • The committee stands in recess, subject to the call of the Chair.

Summary: The Committee of Criminal Justice convened to discuss House Bill 3073, known as the Summer Willis Act. The bill aims to clarify the statutory definition of consent in cases of sexual assault and rape, particularly concerning intoxication and impairment. Senator Paxton laid out the bill, explaining that the new committee substitute provides precise language about the actor's awareness of the victim's incapacity to consent due to intoxication. This change was presented as a clarification rather than an alteration of intent. The committee unanimously adopted the committee substitute and recommended that it pass favorably through the Senate.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

JurisprudenceAudio only. Apr 29th, 2025

Senate Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • As a matter of… well, I guess I need to ask the…

  • I'm going to let the experts take care of this.
  • I'll assist you in helping with your layout of 2878.
  • And then we'll have...

  • certified for placement on the local and uncontested calendars.
Summary: The meeting of the Committee on Jurisprudence addressed Senate Bill 2878, which focuses on various judicial matters and incorporates amendments from other members. Senator Hughes presented the committee substitute for the bill, explaining the key differences from the original language and emphasizing the incorporation of local requests. Following a productive discussion, the committee unanimously passed the committee substitute with an amendment by Senator Hinojosa, demonstrating bipartisan support for the revisions. The bill was reported favorably to the entire Senate, indicating its priority for further consideration.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

Senate Session Aug 8th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

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  • ...and provision of abortion-inducing drugs, exemptions from
  • the Texas Citizens Participation Act, and the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, authorizing civil and
  • Pending the reading and referral of bills, and the receipt of
  • messages and committee reports.
  • referral of bills.
Bills: SB8, SB4
Summary: The meeting focused on two significant bills: SB3, which pertains to supplemental appropriations for disaster relief, and SB6, which involves measures related to abortion, including civil liability concerning abortion-inducing drugs. The committee members were actively engaged, and the bills were presented and discussed in depth, highlighting their implications and provisions. The chair noted the importance of these bills, with both receiving public testimony that reflected a wide range of opinions. The discussions were robust, suggesting an intent to address these pressing issues thoroughly before moving to the next phase.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • As usual, I welcome everyone in our audience to be here today and watch this open hearing.
  • He had six kids; now he's got nine kids and a grandchild to boot.
  • He and his wife Sarah live in suburban Chicago, and as we've talked about often...
  • The series promotes the beauty and truth of Catholicism and was watched by millions of Americans.
  • realm of politics, education, and media.
Summary: The meeting was characterized by a series of introductions and personal anecdotes shared by the committee members, with a focus on the importance of community engagement and transparency in legislative processes. Members expressed their commitment to open hearings and the necessity for public involvement in discussions impacting constituents. Several members remarked on how personal experiences shape their legislative priorities, thus reinforcing the human element of governance. However, there was a noticeable absence of discussion regarding specific bills, indicating that the session may have been more exploratory or introductory in nature.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Education K-16Audio only. May 7th, 2025

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • day of school for students by school districts.
  • Pass and be printed.
  • Many of them are close to that point now, but this would be more uniformity.
  • And then we're going to, over the next year and a half, keep
  • We'll come back in the beginning of the next session and

Summary: During this committee meeting, the primary focus was on SB2928, which pertains to the scheduling of the first day of school for public school students. Senator Creighton introduced a committee substitute for the bill, aiming for uniformity in school start dates by establishing a standard no earlier than the third Wednesday of August. Various members, including Senator Menendez, raised questions about how this measure would affect different types of schools, leading to a thorough discussion about its implications and the potential for future adjustments as the policy is implemented. Ultimately, the committee voted on the bill, with a recommendation for adoption and an emphasis on future evaluation.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • The following bill is on first reading and reference to

  • Members of the United States House of Representatives from

  • the State of Texas to the Special Committee on Congressional Redistricting.
  • Thursday, August 21st, pending the reading and referral of bills, reports, and the receipt of messages
  • and committee reports.
Bills: HB4, HB4
Summary: The meeting of the committee included spirited discussions on various topics including the implications of new legislative proposals and their potential impacts on local communities. The chairperson led several discussions with committee members focusing on economic growth initiatives, healthcare reform, and education funding. Notably, witnesses were invited to provide testimony regarding specific bills, highlighting concerns and support from various stakeholder groups. The meeting concluded with a clear intent to follow up on several issues raised, ensuring continued engagement with constituents and experts.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 1st C.S.

89th Legislative Session - First Called Session Aug 4th, 2025 at 02:08 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • The following bills are on first reading and referral.

  • on Disaster Preparedness and Flooding.
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    Select HB number 18 by Bond, relating to the authority of

  • the comptroller to provide funding for the development and operation of certain emergency communication
  • systems for the Committee on Disaster Preparedness and Flooding.
Bills: HB4
Summary: The committee meeting focused on key legislative initiatives related to disaster preparedness. Notable discussions included the introduction of HP1, which addresses response training for justices of the peace in mass fatality events, and HB18, which seeks to enhance emergency communication systems funding through the comptroller's authority. Both bills were referred to the committee on disaster preparedness and flooding for further analysis. Additionally, the committee discussed HB19, concerning flood disaster plans for campgrounds, and HB2020, aimed at preventing fraudulent charitable solicitations during disasters by establishing a certification program for relief organizations.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 29th, 2025 at 04:08 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Resolutions on first reading and referral.
  • This resolution pertains to the House rules of procedure

  • constitutionally compliant proportional penalties for members absent without leave for the purpose of
  • impeding the action of the House, which do not unfairly impair members' representative functions.
  • HR108 and HR110 through HR113.
Summary: The meeting included procedural resolutions and referrals to various committees, covering topics such as constitutional compliance and absences within the House. Member discussions primarily revolved around resolutions HR 108 to HR 125, demonstrating a focus on local governance and procedural efficiency. The clerk read through numerous resolutions, which drew the attention of present members, suggesting active participation from the representatives in handling local matters.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations May 6th, 2025 at 09:05 am

House Appropriations Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The House of Appropriations

  • Committee will come to order, and the clerk will call the roll.
  • districts, municipal utility districts, and other political subdivisions.
  • With 17 ayes and one nay.

  • And two nays, the motion is granted.
Summary: The House Appropriations Committee convened to discuss several significant legislative bills, including HB188, HB265, HJR35, HJR47, and SB1901. During the session, each bill was presented, and members engaged in lively discussions about their implications. Notably, the committee adopted a committee substitute for HB188, which expanded eligibility for grants related to water infrastructure. The substitute aimed to prioritize municipal utility districts, garnering a generally positive reception among committee members. Both HJR35 and HJR47 were reported favorably for consideration by the full House, demonstrating strong bipartisan support despite some dissenting votes.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part II) Apr 10th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Chair lays out Senate Bill 1927 as a matter of pending

  • We have two ayes, one present, and one absent.

  • We're on Senate Bill 1927, and we're going to move it

  • Now I'm going to pass this over, and we've got one more

  • with a motion by Senator Middleton, we'll stand in recess, subject to the call of the chair.
Summary: Additionally, SB2010 was reviewed with a focus on tightening language to prevent misuse of funds related to universal basic income (UBI) programs by political subdivisions. The committee adopted a proposed substitute and reported the bill favorably to the full Senate, citing concerns over the use of state funds in supporting UBI initiatives. The meeting concluded without further business, and the committee chairman signaled a recess.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Border SecurityAudio only. May 20th, 2025

Senate Border Security Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Hinojosa of Hidalgo? Present.

  • Senator Hinojosa of Nueces? Present.

  • Senator Hinojosa of Hidalgo? Aye.

  • Senator Hinojosa of Nueces? Aye.
  • And since it's not eligible for local, we'll come to the floor.
Summary: The Senate Committee on Border Security convened to discuss House Bill 180, sponsored by Senator Birdwell and originally proposed by Representative Guillen. The committee successfully established a quorum and moved forward with the reporting of HB180, which received a favorable recommendation for passage. A roll call vote was conducted, resulting in four affirmative votes and one dissenting vote against the bill. The meeting concluded with the announcement that the bill would be favorably reported to the Senate floor for further consideration. Members of the committee demonstrated strong support for the legislation, highlighting its importance.

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