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TX

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.
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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
  • p>

    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

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 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.
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation

  • Oversight rarely occurs within our standing committees, and I believe our country is worse off for it
  • It is a void that I tried to fill as ranking member, and it's a front where I will continue to lead as
  • In January 2024, following reports that O'Hare Airport was housing illegal immigrants, I and six other
Summary: The meeting was convened by the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, where robust discussions were held regarding the need for improved oversight within the Senate. The chairman emphasized the historical decline in oversight activities and proposed motions to authorize subpoenas related to an ongoing investigation involving the Massachusetts Port Authority and allegations of illegal immigrant sheltering at airports. This prompted a detailed examination of the current practices and measures needed to address such issues effectively, particularly in light of recent reports from O'Hare Airport. The committee engaged in deliberations that highlighted the importance of maintaining legislative oversight to safeguard national interests.
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
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  • I mean seven, seven aye votes and no nays. House Bill 5646 does pass.
  • marker="7" data-time="56">Senator Hall now moves that House Bill 5646 be recommended for the local and
Summary: The City Committee on Veteran Affairs convened with a quorum present to discuss House Bill 5646. Senator Hall initiated the meeting by moving to withdraw the committee substitute, which was adopted without objection. The committee then deliberated and ultimately passed the bill to be printed and recommended it for inclusion on the Logan contest calendar. The meeting was characterized by a swift progression through the agenda items with a clear focus on HB5646, demonstrating the committee's efficiency in handling legislative matters.
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.
US

Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Hearings to examine housing roadblocks, focusing on paving a new way to address affordability. Mar 12th, 2025 at 09:00 am

Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • >I want to thank my colleagues on this committee, our witnesses, and
  • 99" data-time="1176">Why do we continue to confront roadblocks despite massive government investment and
Summary: The committee meeting focused on addressing the significant issue of affordable housing in America. Members expressed concern over the persistent barriers faced in the housing sector, despite substantial government investment aimed at alleviating these issues. It was highlighted that government interference plays a critical role in complicating the housing landscape, and discussions revolved around potential legislative approaches to mitigate these challenges. Several witnesses provided testimony, contributing to a thorough exploration of the topic.
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

AdministrationAudio only. Apr 23rd, 2025

Senate Administration Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • There being four ayes and three nays, the committee substitute

Summary: The Senate Committee on Administration meeting was convened to discuss SCR 19, which had been considered in a previous hearing. Senator Hinojosa moved for the adoption of a committee substitute for the bill, which was approved without objection. The committee then voted on whether the original SCR 19 would pass or if the substitute would stand. The final voting resulted in a favorable recommendation for the committee substitute to be sent to the full Senate with a vote of four ayes and three nays. The discussions were concise, and no further business was brought before the committee before they moved to recess.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government Mar 27th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • All of that, I believe, is set out in statute, and so.
Bills: SJR81
Summary: The meeting primarily focused on the discussion surrounding HB1173, where various members raised concerns over its implications. The chair opened the floor for testimony from both supporters and opponents of the bill, highlighting the significant interest in its potential impact on local governance and services. During the meeting, some members emphasized the importance of considering economic and social factors before making a decision on the bill. The conversation transitioned into a more detailed analysis of specific provisions within the bill, indicating a robust engagement among committee members. This fitted within a broader context of legislative scrutiny where public input was solicited and valued.
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • Briggs and then Dr. Mulligan will be recognized for their statements.
Summary: The Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship convened to consider the nominations of Bill Briggs for Deputy Administrator of the SBA and Dr. Casey Mulligan for Chief Counsel for Advocacy. The discussions highlighted the critical role of the SBA in promoting small businesses, with emphasis on overcoming challenges posed by excessive regulations and the need for improved access to capital. Several committee members expressed their concerns over recent layoffs within the SBA and the closure of district offices, which they believe undermine support for small businesses across the nation. The committee meeting saw extensive dialogue about the implications of regulations on small business operations and how the nominees plan to address these issues if confirmed. Public support for the nominees was acknowledged through letters from various stakeholders who advocate for small business interests.

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