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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Jurisprudence (Part II)Audio only. May 14th, 2025

Senate Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • And Senator Grayson? Aye.

  • qualifications and training.
  • for the local and uncontested calendars.
  • certified for placement on the local and uncontested calendar.
  • Thank you to our excellent Senate team, our committee team, and each member and your staffs.
Summary: The Senate Committee on Jurisprudence convened to discuss a series of bills concerning various legal topics, notably the rights of custodial parents, barratry, and civil liabilities. Throughout the meeting, each bill was presented by committee members, who moved for favorable recommendations to the full Senate. Among the bills discussed, HB2495 addressed the rights of the sole managing conservator in relation to school enrollment, and HB2733 focused on barratry and solicitation of employment. All bills discussed received unanimous support, reflecting a cooperative atmosphere among committee members.
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  • Bhattacharya and Dr.
  • And the truth is that is exactly what has happened.
  • Drug companies take the money, they say thank you very much, and they go out and charge the American
  • Well, go ahead and do it if you don't mind.
  • And we'll go to the next vote.
Summary: The meeting focused on vital health-related nominations, primarily emphasizing the roles of Dr. Jay Bhattacharya for NIH Director and Dr. Monty McCary for FDA Commissioner. During the discussion, various senators expressed their support and concerns regarding these nominations. Senator Sanders voiced opposition to both candidates, highlighting issues related to drug affordability and public trust in health agencies. He emphasized the need for leaders committed to transparency and addressing the epidemic of high prescription drug prices, advocating for action against pharmaceutical industry greed. Overall, the conversation underscored the critical crossroads in public health leadership amidst ongoing challenges such as trust restoration and healthcare accessibility.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Jurisprudence (Part II)Audio only. Apr 9th, 2025

Senate Jurisprudence Committee

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  • The other one was adopted this morning, we need one and

  • There being four ayes and no nays, Senate Bill 2052 is reported.
  • former judges and justices.
  • The bill was laid out and adopted, and a committee substitute was laid out and adopted earlier today.
  • certified for placement on the local and uncontested calendars.
Summary: The Committee on Jurisprudence convened to discuss multiple pending bills aimed at improving various aspects of legal and property matters. Notably, several bills were reported favorably to the full Senate with unanimous support, including SB1335, which addresses issues involving decedents' affairs, and SB1734, focusing on property title documentation. Senator Zaffirini and Senator Johnson were instrumental in moving these bills forward, ensuring the committee maintained a swift pace in considering legislation. Furthermore, the chair highlighted the importance of guardianship for incapacitated persons in upcoming discussions around SB1760, indicating a commitment to addressing vulnerable populations in legislative changes.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

JurisprudenceAudio only. Apr 28th, 2025

Senate Jurisprudence Committee

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  • Thank you, the members and the excellent Senate team.

  • , I move that SB66 be reported favorably to the full Senate with the recommendation that it do pass and
  • favorably to the full Senate with the recommendation that it do pass and be printed.
  • ...and be printed. Will the clerk call the roll?
  • And so, if there's no other business, with great thanks to our Senate staff, each member and their staff
Summary: The committee meeting focused on significant legislative proposals, with several bills being advanced to the full Senate for further consideration. Notable discussions included SB2903 which was reported favorably after being substituted, as well as SB629 regarding child support interest accrual. The proceedings saw efficient decision-making, with motions passing unanimously and no objections raised for most bills. The atmosphere was collaborative, suggesting a productive day in the committee's efforts to address various legal and social issues.
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  • commitment needed to restore economic growth and financial stability, and to keep the trains running
  • drugs and medical research.
  • And while Trump and Musk burn down our future, the Senate is still chugging along with business as usual
  • Trump and Musk?
  • Atkins and Mr.
Summary: The meeting centered around the confirmation of four significant individuals nominated for leadership positions within various financial institutions. Members engaged in heated discussions regarding the nominees' qualifications and past track records. Concerns were raised over the potential implications of these appointments on economic stability and consumer protections. Each nominee was scrutinized, with particular emphasis on their political alignments and prior influence in their respective agencies. Despite the contentious atmosphere, there was a clear focus on the need for strong leadership to guide economic policies during challenging times.
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  • I want to thank Chairman Mollenaar and Ranking Member Krishnamoorthy for joining myself and Ranking Member
  • and opportunities of older people.
  • our place in the world, including going after our citizens and targeting the retirements and hard-earned
  • And this could happen overnight.
  • using today's hearing and our partnership with our colleagues in the Senate and the House to protect
Summary: The meeting primarily addressed concerns regarding the impact of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) on American investments and the financial security of retirees. The chair discussed legislation aimed at ensuring the protection of American investors against the risks posed by Chinese companies. There was a consensus among the members regarding the necessity to enforce existing policies that require compliance from foreign companies wishing to trade on American exchanges. The discussion included testimony from various stakeholders highlighting the urgent need to limit exposure to the CCP in retirement portfolios. Additionally, there were calls for increased accountability of regulatory bodies such as the SEC to better shield American investors from potential loss.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human ServicesAudio only. May 26th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

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  • each and every one of you for all your hard work, for your questions, and for the seriousness with which
  • HB713 do pass and be printed.
  • Senator Kolkhorst moves that House Bill 4638 do pass and be printed.
  • Maureen, the head of the ship, and Sally being...
  • And y'all just shuffle us around. We're forever grateful.
Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services convened for an extensive session where multiple bills were presented, debated, and ultimately favorably reported. Noteworthy discussions revolved around HB4730, which had undergone significant scrutiny regarding its proposed seven-day waiting period. Sponsor Senator Hancock acknowledged the feedback received during the hearing and successfully moved to amend the bill to revert the waiting period to the existing 48 hours for voluntary relinquishment. Other bills, such as HB713, HB2399, and HB2655, received unanimous support and were passed with zero nays, reflecting a collaborative atmosphere among committee members. The meeting concluded with expressions of gratitude towards the committee staff for their hard work throughout the legislative session.
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  • weather on the 8s, and here's Rita.
  • Otherwise, the tried-and-true approach will become tried-and-tarnished.
  • artificial intelligence, and yet the FAA is still using paper printouts and floppy disks to manage air
  • and safety.
  • Musk could intervene and demand launch time.
Summary: The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation convened to consider the promotion of Coast Guard Lieutenant Samuel Hafensteiner to Lieutenant Commander and the nomination of Stephen Bradbury as Deputy Secretary of Transportation. The meeting highlighted ongoing concerns regarding aviation safety, especially in light of recent aircraft incidents. Members discussed the critical need for knowledgeable leadership within the Department of Transportation to address these safety challenges effectively. Mr. Bradbury's background as a former General Counsel of the Department was presented as a strong asset for the role he seeks.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human ServicesAudio only. May 15th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services will come to order

  • Senator Cook moves that House Bill 107 do pass and be printed

  • Senator Blanco moves that House Bill 694 do pass and be

  • Senator Blanco moves that House Bill 923 do pass and

  • Senator Perry moves that House Bill 1639 do pass and

Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services convened to review various House Bills, with significant discussions surrounding HB107, HB694, and HB1639. Each bill was moved for passage with unanimous support, highlighting strong consensus among committee members. The meeting was efficiently conducted, with motions by Senator Perry frequently leading to favorable votes on multiple bills, including HB1700 and HB2187. The committee also recommended several bills for inclusion in the local and uncontested calendar, reflecting the legislative body’s focus on streamlined governance and procedural efficiency.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural ResourcesAudio only. Apr 9th, 2025

Senate Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • And Senator Sparks? Here, present.
  • and move adoption of the committee substitute, Madam Chair.
  • do pass and be printed.
  • do pass and be printed.
  • And we have three gavels. Take your choice.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Natural Resources meeting addressed several key bills, including SB1150, SB2122, SB1757, and SB2050. A notable discussion involved the adoption of a committee substitute for SB1757 led by Senator Bergamot, focusing on improving public meeting regulations associated with permit applications. This modification aims to enhance transparency by replacing 'public hearing' with 'public meeting' and ensuring residents are informed through posted signs. The committee also emphasized the importance of public comment periods remaining open longer, thus increasing public engagement in the permitting process. Overall, the tone was collaborative, with members working together to refine legislation based on stakeholder feedback.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

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  • Cook moves that Senate Bill 1079 be reported to the full Senate with her recommendation to do pass and
  • There being five ayes and no nays, Senate Bill 1079 does

  • There being five ayes and no nays.

  • There have been six ayes and zero nays.

  • 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.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

JurisprudenceAudio only. Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Jurisprudence Committee

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  • There being four ayes and no nays, Senate Bill 1559 will

  • The bill will be recommended and certified for local and county approval.
  • There are four ayes and no nays.
  • and untested counter.
  • certified for placement on the local and uncontested calendar.
Summary: The meeting of the Committee on Jurisprudence focused on several Senate Bills, including SB1559, SB387, SB1838, SB1839, and SB1923. Each bill was discussed and moved forward favorably with recommendations to the full Senate. Notably, SB1559 concerning protective orders was reported without objection, while SB387, dealing with bond requirements for judges, faced objections but was ultimately approved. Significant discussion occurred around SB1838 and SB1839, both presented by Senator Zaffirini, focusing on attorney appointments and the delivery of wills in probate proceedings. These bills were similarly advanced without contention. The meeting concluded with a strong endorsement for these pieces of legislation, highlighting the collaborative efforts of committee members.
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  • Then, I'll call on Representative Sampson and Senator Moody to introduce the nominees.
  • Blanche and Ms. Slater will give their statements.
  • Blanche and Ms. Slater, thank you for serving.
  • And we're looking forward to hearing from you and answering
  • And can you believe this?

Summary: The meeting focused on the nominations of Todd Blanch and Gail Slater for the positions of Deputy Attorney General and Assistant Attorney General for Antitrust, respectively. The committee considered the qualifications of both nominees, with opening statements provided by the nominees themselves. There was an evident emphasis on the rigorous vetting process that nominees undergo before their selection, highlighting the importance of the roles within the Department of Justice. Members of the committee engaged in a structured question-and-answer session to further evaluate the nominees' capabilities and fit for the positions they were nominated for, with each member allotted seven minutes to pose questions.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on Family & Fiduciary Relationships May 19th, 2025 at 02:05 pm

House S/C on Family & Fiduciary Relationships

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  • If you require assistance and register.
  • It is Senate Bill 66, and I will lay out Senate Bill 66 for Chairman Leach.
  • substitute and recognize myself to explain the bill.
  • We'll close the hearing and I will then withdraw the committee.
  • We serve and leave it pending.
Bills: SB66
Summary: The meeting focused on Senate Bill 66, which addresses supportive decision-making agreements for individuals with disabilities. The bill aims to provide an alternative to full guardianship, allowing those with the ability to make their own choices the supportive assistance they may need. There was a discussion about the implications of authorizing such a supporter during legal proceedings, especially concerning confidentiality and attorney-client privilege. Some concerns were raised regarding how these agreements would work in practice, prompting the committee to consider conducting a study on these legal and ethical implications before proceeding further.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Veteran AffairsAudio only. Apr 23rd, 2025

Senate Veteran Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • 7" data-time="56"> Senate Bill 2007,

    Senator Hugenboe and

  • Yes, he has a B and B.

    No, Menendez is over there.

  • Seven ayes and no nays. Senate Bill 2938 does pass.
  • Alright, let's go ahead and explain the substitute.
  • Yeah, and we'll go ahead and send it to local.

Summary: The Senate Veterans Affairs Committee meeting focused on discussing several important bills, including SB210, SB2007, SB2926, SB2938, and SB2543. Each bill was put forth for a vote, and all passed unanimously with no objections. Notably, Senator Parker played a significant role in moving several of these bills to the full Senate for further action. The committee also adopted a substitute for SB2543, clarifying the references to Veterans Cemeteries in the legislation, which showcased the committee's commitment to refining the language and ensuring clarity in legislative texts. The atmosphere was collaborative, with members actively participating in the discussions and decision-making processes.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Appropriations Apr 24th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Appropriations Committee

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  • And Representative Manuel is here as well.

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    The chair lays out as pending business House Bill 104 and

  • The clerk will call the roll and vote whether or not to

  • With 22 ayes and one nay, the committee substitute is

  • The chair lays out as pending business House Bill 4486 and
Summary: The meeting of the committee was focused on several key bills, including HB104, which drove considerable discussion regarding its committee substitute that was adopted despite some objections. Representative Oliverson pushed for HB104 to be reported favorably to the full House, contributing to a consensus among members with a significant majority. Additionally, HB4488, the funds bill, received attention as it was also moved favorably by the committee. Other notable bills discussed included SB868, the companion to HB2054, which addresses the allocation of funds to the rural volunteer fire department assistance program, and SB1018, supporting trauma fund revenue distribution changes. All motions were passed with substantial support, highlighting a collaborative atmosphere among committee members.
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  • There are five ayes and no nays.

  • marker="10" data-time="54">Senator Menendez now moves that House Bill 101 be recommended for local and
  • There are five ayes and no nays.

  • marker="16" data-time="90">Senator Menendez now moves that House Bill 2193 be recommended for local and
  • There being five ayes and no nays, House Bill 5308 does

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.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Committee on Criminal Jurisprudence will come to order, and the

  • A quorum is present, so we'll go ahead and vote.

  • And I would hope that next week, in this committee, we set
  • up a relatively light schedule of a few bills, and then the subcommittee could meet upon adjournment
  • Okay, so it is the Subcommittee on New Offenses and Changed
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.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

JurisprudenceAudio only. Apr 29th, 2025

Senate Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • And then we'll have...

  • ...between the substitute language and the original measure.
  • 94">Senator Middleton moves the adopted committee amendment be rolled into the committee substitute and
  • >The committee substitute for Senate Bill 2878 be recommended for and
  • 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.
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  • 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.

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