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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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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

Local Government (Part II) Apr 10th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • data-time="54"> That it do not pass, but that the committee substitute adopted in lieu thereof do pass and
  • 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

  • ="144">It prohibits political subdivisions from using state or local funds to support a UBI program and
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 1st C.S.

Senate Session Jul 24th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

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

  • The secretary will read the bills and resolutions.

  • and use of certain spaces and facilities according to biological sex.
  • and developers for certain water conservation and reuse projects
  • to the Select Committee on Disaster Preparedness and Flooding.
Bills: SB7, SB13, SB14, SB15, SB7, SB13, SB14, SB15
Summary: The meeting discussed two main bills, SB7 and SB15, focusing on various legislative matters including the designation of spaces according to biological sex and the recording requirements for real property documents. Notable discussions included the implications of SB7 regarding gender-specific facilities which sparked interest among members of the committee. The presentation of both bills prompted questions regarding their impacts on state affairs and real estate processes. The session featured a motion to recess until a later date, indicating the committee's intention to revisit these topics for further deliberation.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • This is an essential requirement to maintain program integrity, and it requires DPS to license up to
  • ="38"> A total of nine teacup license sheets permit pulmonary inhalation for rapid onset conditions and
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    Prescriptions can have up to 10 milligrams in each dosage unit and

  • marker="7" data-time="56"> Terminal illness or a condition for which a patient is in hospice care, and
  • It will be reported to the full Senate with the recommendation that it do pass and be printed.
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

Appropriations May 6th, 2025 at 09:05 am

House Appropriations Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The House of Appropriations Committee will come to order, and
  • Organizations, public institutions of higher education, school districts, municipal utility districts, and
  • And three, the substitute gives priority to municipal

  • 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

Appropriations - S/C on Articles VI, VII, & VIII Feb 27th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Appropriations - S/C on Articles VI, VII, & VIII

Transcript Highlights:
  • I mean, that's a lot of wells, and thank you for explaining that.
  • And it said you wanted to adjust performance measures to account
  • So we came in as we were doing our L.A.R. inset, and I

  • To 500 wells and give me the same amount because that

  • would cover the dollars and allow us to prioritize some more environmentally sensitive wells.
Summary: The meeting featured extensive discussions regarding operational challenges and budget considerations, particularly surrounding the plugging of wells. The committee addressed performance metrics and funding needs, highlighting an increased cost in well plugging that necessitated requests for additional budget allocations. A variety of viewpoints were presented regarding the proposed changes, emphasizing the importance of environmental sensitivity in prioritizing which wells to address. The session concluded with agreement on the necessity for further review and additional funding requests to ensure the continued effectiveness of the well management program.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

Senate Education K-16 Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • This bill is for consideration and a vote. Thank you.
  • Pass and be printed.
  • Public schools, we're talking about neighborhood independent school districts, and charter schools?
  • 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

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

Senate Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Hearing and seeing none, it is adopted.
  • to the Senate with a recommendation that it do not pass, that the committee substitute be adopted, and
  • all amendments thereof do pass and be printed.
  • There will be nine ayes and no nays. The bill will be reported favorably to the full Senate.
  • Senator Birdwell moves that House Bill 2663 be passed and

Summary: The Senate Committee on Natural Resources convened to discuss several bills, including HB1237, HB2663, and HB4384. The committee adopted a committee substitute for HB1237 without objections and recommended it for local and uncontested passage. Both HB2663 and HB4384 were supported by committee members, resulting in their passage with unanimous votes, showcasing a strong consensus among senators. After considering these bills, the committee concluded their session with no additional business.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Criminal JusticeAudio only. May 26th, 2025

Senate Criminal Justice Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Chairman and members.
  • Willis Act, which closes the gap in the statutory definition of consent as it pertains to sexual assault and
  • And the new substitute maintains all of the revisions that
  • There being 7 ayes and no nays, the committee substitute

  • And that concludes our business.

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

State Affairs (Part I) Mar 27th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • data-time="486"> Unfortunately, there's been a lot of confusion and
  • Many in the medical community called upon the Texas Health Department, Texas Medical Board, and Texas
  • I thank you all for taking it up, and I look forward

  • data-time="2070"> In March of 2018, the licensed abortionist and
  • And because the Senate will be coming in shortly, in a moment the committee will be
Summary: During the committee meeting, significant discussions centered around various proposed bills, including a deeply analyzed pro-life bill that incited passionate testimonies from both supporters and opponents. Senator Green passionately defended the necessity of the bill, highlighting personal stories to illustrate the emotional landscape surrounding the issue. The committee called witnesses who offered a range of perspectives, making for a dynamic and sometimes heated conversation. Additionally, the committee discussed budgeting concerns relevant to healthcare provisions and legislative impacts on educational funding.
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.
  • span marker="7" data-time="36"> The following resolutions are being referred to the Committee on Local and
  • Resolutions by Perez of El Paso are being referred, including HR108 and
  • data-time="36">The following resolutions by De Hiallo are being referred to the Committee on Local and
  • HR120 by Wu, HR123 by Button, HR124 by Kitzman, and HR125

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

Senate Session Jan 24th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • data-time="30">To the Senate of the 89th Legislature Regular Session, I ask for the advice, consent, and
  • Weldler from Spring, and others.
  • To nominations: The following bills on first reading and

  • President, I move that all remarks made for the election of the President Pro Tempore be reduced to writing and
  • President, I move that all remarks made for the election of the President Pro Tempore be reduced to writing and
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
Transcript Highlights:
  • The following bill is on first reading and reference to

  • 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 Regular

Border SecurityAudio only. May 20th, 2025

Senate Border Security Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Birdwell moves that House Bill 180 be reported to the full Senate with a recommendation that it do pass and
  • There will be four ayes and one nay.

  • 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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th 2nd C.S.

89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 28th, 2025 at 09:08 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • SB19 by Betancourt, relating to the prohibition on the marketing and

  • to the election procedures regarding accepting a voter with a residence address that is not current and
Bills: SB8, HB7, HB15, HB265, HCR13
Summary: The meeting included discussions centered around two bills: SB19, which prohibits the marketing and acceptance of political contributions during special legislative sessions, and SB54, which outlines election procedures related to voters whose residence addresses are not current. Both bills were referred to the Committee on Elections for further consideration. The atmosphere in the meeting was formal, with Mr. Speaker overseeing the discussions and motions pertaining to the readings of the bills. The committee members engaged in procedural reviews that set the stage for imminent debates on the implications of these legislative proposals.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Mar 27th, 2025 at 10:03 am

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • "> Social and
  • Thomas Randall, and I want to thank.
Summary: The meeting of the committee was marked by robust discussions surrounding several critical bills, notably HB4105 regarding the authority of certain counties in contractor selection. Representative Harless articulated the need for this legislation, emphasizing how it could enhance transparency and ethical standards in government contracting. Additionally, HB1340 about educational reform received attention, with discussions on potential impacts on local school districts. Several public witnesses provided insights and concerns, advocating for various viewpoints concerning the legislation and the implications for communities.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part II) May 26th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

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Summary: The meeting appeared to lack substantial content, primarily focusing on procedural matters rather than engaging discussions on specific topics or bills. A motion was made by Senator Paxson to recess the meeting, which was accepted, indicating a brief interruption in proceedings. There were no notable discussions or testimony recorded that highlighted the meeting's purpose or advancements on legislative items. This may have contributed to a less vibrant atmosphere, with minimal public engagement observed.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Jan 28th, 2025 at 03:01 pm

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • legislature to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, and
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on the passage of House Concurrent Resolution 54 (HCR54), which authorizes the legislature to adjourn for an extended period in early 2025. The resolution, sponsored by Zaffirini, was discussed in detail, emphasizing its importance for maintaining legislative efficiency. Members expressed varied perspectives on the resolution, with some advocating for more flexibility in adjournment periods to accommodate pressing legislative matters. Overall, the discussions were marked by collaboration and a shared commitment to advancing legislative goals.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

Senate Administration Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Members will be reconsidering the local and uncontested calendar
Summary: The Senate Committee on Administration convened to reconsider the local and uncontested calendar for May 28, 2025. During the session, Senator Menendez proposed to reconsider the previously certified local calendar, which included the consideration of HB4202. There were no objections raised during the discussions, leading to a smooth affirmation of the calendar containing HB4202. After confirming the recommended list for the May 28, 2025 calendar with a unanimous vote of seven ayes and no nays, the meeting concluded with no additional business on the agenda. The atmosphere was orderly and efficient, highlighting the committee's commitment to addressing legislative scheduling expeditiously.

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