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US

Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Hearings to examine stemming the tide of antisemitism in America. Mar 5th, 2025 at 09:15 am

Senate Judiciary Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • all Americans," end of quote.
  • But threats to the safety of Jewish people are obviously not protected forms of speech.
  • And of course, we all hate hate, be it on the basis of someone's religion, race, or anything else.
  • But one of the things she made a point of bringing to the United States in 19...
  • of it.
Summary: The committee meeting focused on addressing the rising tide of anti-Semitism across the nation. Among the discussions, members expressed concerns about the disturbing acts of hate witnessed on college campuses, with instances of harassment and intimidation targeting Jewish students being highlighted. High-profile incidents, including vandalism and the display of extremist symbols, prompted urgent calls for investigations and measures to protect civil rights. The importance of moral clarity in confronting such hate crimes was emphasized as well, outlining the responsibilities of leaders to ensure safety and uphold justice.
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America
  • Both chambers of Congress coming together to conduct this joint hearing underscores the importance of
  • on the importance of making the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of
  • These tariffs will raise prices in the midst of a cost-of-living crisis and lower growth.
  • It was the envy of the world.
Summary: In this joint hearing of the House Committee on Small Business and the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, the primary focus was on the importance of making the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) permanent. The chair emphasized that small businesses are crucial for the nation's economic recovery, especially in the wake of current federal policies perceived as detrimental. Witnesses shared their experiences and highlighted how the tax cuts facilitated job creation and business expansion, stressing the need for continued support through ongoing tax relief measures. The meeting included discussions about the economic implications of the TCJA's potential expiration, with members voicing their concerns regarding how this could impact small businesses and the broader economy.
US
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Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation featured significant discussions regarding technological advancements and their implications for the future. Notably, nominations were made for key positions in the White House's Office of Science and Technology Policy and the Federal Trade Commission. Committee members expressed the importance of leading in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and quantum computing, emphasizing that the pace of innovation is crucial for maintaining the United States' global position as a leader in technology. The discussions also highlighted the role of the FTC in protecting consumers from deceptive business practices and ensuring fair competition in the marketplace. Attendees underscored the urgency of advancing research and development in areas such as quantum computing, as evidenced by a demonstration of a new quantum chip anticipated to redefine computing capabilities across industries. Various members engaged in vibrant exchanges, showing support for initiatives aimed at bolstering innovation through public and private collaboration. Overall, the meeting set a strong agenda for pursuing future science and technology policies that ensure the U.S. remains at the forefront of global advancements.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part II)Audio only. May 5th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • As a matter of pending business, the chair lays out Senate

  • Is there an objection to the adoption of the substitute?
  • As a matter of pending business, full Senate, all right

  • As a matter of pending business, the chair lays out Senate Bill
  • With great thanks to each of you, especially this time of year.

Summary: During the committee meeting, a range of bills were discussed, with several being reported favorably for further consideration by the full Senate. Notably, Senate Bill 2403 was moved by Senator Middleton and adopted without objection. Additionally, Senate Bill 1888, concerning jury selection in certain counties, also gained unanimous approval. The committee expressed clear support for Senator Hagen's Senate Bill 2943 regarding discrimination against occupational license holders, which was substituted and reported favorably. Furthermore, House Bill 1393, proposed by Representative Metcalfe to establish year-round daylight saving time, also received a positive recommendation and was adopted with only a few dissenting votes.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Senate Session Jan 24th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • To the Senate of the 89th Legislature Regular Session, I

  • To the Senate of the 89th Legislature Regular Session,

  • :

    Texas State Board of Accountancy:

  • Texas State Board of Acupuncture Examiners:

  • Relating to the Establishment of an Education Savings Account Program.
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 1st C.S.

Senate Session Jul 28th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • To the Senate of the 89th Legislature, First Called Session

  • :

    I ask the advice, consent, and confirmation of the Senate

  • with respect to the following appointments to the Texas State Board of Examiners, a professional.
  • One Call Board of Texas, Mr. Keith L.
  • ,

    Examiners of Psychologists, Mr.

Bills: SB5, SB11, SB12
Summary: The meeting convened with the primary focus on several Senate Bills introduced by Senator Zaffirini, addressing important issues like flood safety and disaster preparedness. The committee discussed SB41, which mandates evacuation notices for youth camps during floods, and SB43, which pertains to permit exemptions for certain dams. Another critical item was SB49, concerning emergency operations plans and safety drills within youth camps. The senator emphasized the significance of these bills in enhancing safety measures for vulnerable populations, and several members voiced their support for the proactive approach in tackling flood-related challenges. Public testimony was minimal, but the committee expressed a strong intent to ensure these bills are thoroughly reviewed in upcoming sessions.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • In the judicial branch of state government, to state

  • span marker="247" data-time="1476">House Bill 23 relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of
  • marker="250" data-time="1494">Senate Bill 19 relating to a prohibition on the making and acceptance of
  • certain change of address notices to state affairs.
  • in the presence of the Senate.
Bills: SB2, SB3, SB10, SB16, SB5, SB9, SB7, SB17, SB4, SB19, SB54, HB23, HB17, HB16
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on the discussion of several key bills, including HB17 which addresses the notification requirements regarding property tax by taxing units to local governments, and HB23 which seeks an exemption from ad valorem taxation for property owned by non-profit corporations. Senate Bill 19 was also a highlight, prohibiting political contributions during special legislative sessions. Significant attention was given to SB53, which relates to election procedures regarding voter registration issues, emphasizing the need for clarity in the election process. Discussions were lively, with members raising differing viewpoints and implications of the proposed changes.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government Apr 16th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Okay, the chair lays out Senate Bill 467 as a matter of

  • that it do not pass, but that the committee substitute adopted in lieu thereof do pass with the print of
  • Right, of course, right, because we got a companion chair

  • Report of the full Senate.

  • Without objection, so the chair lays out Senate Bill 2173 as a matter of pending business.
Summary: The Senate Committee on Local Government convened and addressed several bills, including SB467, SB1531, SB2173, SB1449, SB2529, SB2538, and SJR84. Notably, the committee members voted to adopt several committee substitutes for the bills, specifically opting to recommend that some bills do not pass, while others were moved forward with recommendations for the full Senate. The meeting was efficiently managed, with unanimous votes on key decisions reflecting strong consensus among committee members. Most bills received recommendations for the local and uncontested calendars, facilitating their progress through the legislative process.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Veteran AffairsAudio only. Apr 23rd, 2025

Senate Veteran Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The chair lays out, as a matter of pending business, Senate

  • The chair lays out a matter of pending business.

  • It lays out a matter of pending business, Senate Bill

  • The chair lays out a matter of pending business.

  • Department of Veterans Cemetery just for clarity.
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.
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:
  • But generally, we don't have a lot of issues. We've plugged a well in.
  • A lot of it's online now, so we've managed.
  • I mean, that's a lot of wells, and thank you for explaining that.
  • "18">The reason why I wanted to ask the CFO is that I wanted to ask you a question about, on page 9 of
  • So part of our...

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

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

House Appropriations - S/C on Article III

Transcript Highlights:
  • 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
Transcript Highlights:
  • As a matter of pending business...

  • A total of nine teacup license sheets permit pulmonary inhalation
  • Teacup locations cannot operate within a thousand feet of a school.
  • illness or a condition for which a patient is in hospice care, and prescriptions can be for a maximum of
  • 90 days with a maximum of four refills.
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 2nd C.S.

Senate Session Aug 28th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Chair: This is a signing of the following:

  • Tuesday, September 2nd, 2012, pending the receipt of messages and committee reports and the reading and
  • referral of bills.
  • Tuesday, September 2nd, pending the receipt of messages and committee reports, and the reading and referral
  • of bills.
Bills: SB2, SB5, SB10, HB17, SB9, SB7, SB17, SB4
Summary: The meeting predominantly focused on the discussion of several bills, including SB3, SB16, and a number of House Bills such as HB16, HB23, HB25, HB26, and HB192. Members engaged in lively debates concerning the implications of these bills, with notable discussions centered around community impacts and administrative implications. The committee heard testimony from various stakeholders, reflecting a distribution of opinions on the bills being considered. The atmosphere was one of collaboration as members worked through differing perspectives on the proposed legislation.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • span marker="4" data-time="18">HB7 by Leach, relating to prohibitions on the manufacture and provision of
  • abortion-inducing drugs, including the jurisdiction of and effect of certain judgments by courts within
  • span marker="28" data-time="162"> I'm referring the prohibitions on the manufacturing and provision of
  • Bill 15, relating to certain files maintained by a law enforcement agency regarding certain employees of
Bills: SB2, SB5, SB10, SB9, SB7, SB17, SB4, HB17, HB7, HB7, HB15, HB15, HB27, HB1
Summary: The meeting convened to discuss important legislative matters, particularly focusing on HB7, which involves prohibitions on abortion-inducing drugs, and HB15, addressing law enforcement record-keeping regarding agency employees. The Committee members engaged in significant discussions regarding the implications of these bills, considering legal jurisdictions and potential impacts on public health and safety. Key testimonies were heard, which highlighted varying perspectives surrounding these legislative measures. The meeting concluded with motions to advance the bills for further review by related committees.
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • Our connection goes back to actually the launch of a nationally acclaimed documentary series called "
  • by Bishop Robert Barron, now Bishop of Rochester, Minnesota
  • The series promotes the beauty and truth of Catholicism and was watched by millions of Americans.
  • span marker="119" data-time="1416"> able to share that and to advocate for Catholicism in the realm of
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 2nd C.S.

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

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • ="4" data-time="18">SB19 by Betancourt, relating to the prohibition on the marketing and acceptance of
  • procedures regarding accepting a voter with a residence address that is not current and the immediate effect of
  • the voter registration after the registrars receive a certain change of address notice as part of the
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 1st C.S.

Senate Session Aug 8th, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • ...and provision of abortion-inducing drugs, exemptions from
  • Pending the reading and referral of bills, and the receipt of
  • ="90">The Senate stands in recess until 4 PM, Monday, August 11th, pending the reading and referral of
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.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

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

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Speaker, I have a messenger from the Senate at the door of the House.
  • Respectfully, Patsy Spa, Secretary of the Senate.

  • The Chair announces the signing of the following in the

  • presence of the House: HCR number 54, HR number 4.
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

Appropriations May 6th, 2025 at 09:05 am

House Appropriations Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The House of Appropriations

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    Number two, it adds water infrastructure among the list of

  • Organizations, public institutions of higher education, school
  • To the adoption of the committee substitute.
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 1st C.S.

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

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • span marker="7" data-time="36"> ...to response preparedness, including required training for justices of
  • /span>

    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
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.

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