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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
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  • >

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

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

  • The matter of pending business, House Bill 2193, by Senator
  • The chair lays out a matter of pending business, House

  • 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

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

House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • First of all, we want to welcome everyone who's here today

  • "> Your support or opposition, which the committee will have access to, is indicated just by virtue of
  • We are convening, of course, this morning at 10:30. We also have a session beginning.
  • So we will resume our hearing as soon as possible after we leave the floor, according to the terms of
  • A couple of other things, members: we've got a bill that... Oh, I'm sorry, I'm sorry. What bill?
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

Border SecurityAudio only. May 20th, 2025

Senate Border Security Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Hinojosa of Hidalgo? Present.

  • Senator Hinojosa of Nueces? Present.

  • Chair lays out as a matter of pending business House Bill 180
  • Senator Hinojosa of Hidalgo? Aye.

  • Senator Hinojosa of Nueces? Aye.
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
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 Regular

Veteran AffairsAudio only. Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Veteran Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The chair lays out Senate Bill 1818 as a matter of pending

  • 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
  • Senator Hancock moves adoption of the committee substitute

  • > By which Senate Bill 1271 failed to receive an affirmative vote 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 Regular

Local Government Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The chair lays out Senate Bill 1079 as a matter of record

  • The chair lays out Senate Bill 1504 as a matter of pending

  • Senate Bill 1851, a matter of pending business.
  • The chair lays out Senate Bill 1921 as a matter of pending

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    It authorizes the Attorney General to bring action on behalf of

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

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.
  • Senate Bill 2878, of course, is the omnibus courts bill

  • Senator Middleton moves adoption of the committee amendment

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.
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation will convene today to discuss various matters of
  • A key focus of this investigation has been the sheltering
  • of illegal immigrants at domestic airports.
  • 2024, following reports that O'Hare Airport was housing illegal immigrants, I and six other members of
  • the committee sent a letter to the mayor of Chicago.
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

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 2nd C.S.

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

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • 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.
  • Resolutions by Perez of El Paso are being referred, including

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

AdministrationAudio only. Apr 23rd, 2025

Senate Administration Committee

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

  • Senator Hinojosa of Nueces moves adoption of the committee

  • Senator Hinojosa of Nueces moves that SCR 19 do not pass

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 (Part II) Apr 10th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

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

  • That lays out Senate Bill 2010 as a matter of pending business
  • before the committee, and with a motion by Senator Middleton, we'll stand in recess, subject to the call of
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
Transcript Highlights:
  • The Chair lays out a matter of pending business.

  • The Chair lays out a matter of pending business: House

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

Business and CommerceAudio only. Apr 23rd, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • As a matter of record, there being 10 present, the quorum

  • Chair lays out as a matter of pending business.

Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Business and Commerce was convened to discuss and vote on Senate Bill 324. After calling the roll and establishing a quorum, the committee discussed the bill's implications. Senator Colquhart moved that Senate Bill 324 be reported favorably to the full Senate, leading to a vote where there were 4 ayes and 2 nays. The bill was ultimately reported to the full Senate for further consideration. Chair Lee facilitated the meeting, ensuring all members had the opportunity to voice their opinions on the legislation. Following the bill's passage, the meeting was adjourned with discussions on potential upcoming business from the committee.

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