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Bills:
HB5125
Keywords:
legislative operations, administration, government efficiency, housekeeping bill, legislative council
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Administration convened to discuss and vote on House Bill 5125, a measure aimed at addressing administrative and financial matters within the legislative process. The chair opened the floor for public testimony, during which Senator Springer moved to adopt a committee substitute that was approved without objection. The meeting concluded with a roll call to certify the local and uncontested calendar, during which several bills, including HB 5125, were favorably reported. Other bills mentioned were removed from consideration as no objections were raised.
TX
Keywords:
municipal utility district, eminent domain, taxes, bonds, Deer Creek Ranch, Karis Municipal Management District, Tarrant County, assessments, municipal management, local governance
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Local Government convened to discuss several bills, including HB5360, HB5418, and HB1634. Each bill was presented by its respective sponsors, with discussions focused on their implications for local governance and municipal management. Public testimonies were invited for each bill, but none materialized, leading to the closure of public testimony on each discussed legislation. Ultimately, all three bills received favorable recommendations for passage and were moved forward without any significant opposition.
TX
Bills:
HB4714
Keywords:
electronic recording, municipal court, San Antonio, court reporter, due process, cost savings
Summary:
The Jurisprudence Committee meeting focused on HB4714, a local bill aimed at enhancing the efficiency of municipal courts in San Antonio by allowing the use of electronic recording devices. The bill, presented by Representative Cortez and sponsored by Senator Menendez, proposes a significant cost savings for the courts. Public testimony was provided, notably by John Woodley from Advocates for Disability Access, who raised concerns about accessibility and the implications of transitioning to electronic recordings. Following the testimony, the committee voted to report the bill favorably to the full Senate for further consideration.
TX
Bills:
HB100
Keywords:
public education, school finance, educator compensation, education savings account, Teacher Retirement System
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Education convened to discuss various bills, including a focus on public education and public school finance. Significant attention was given to House Bill 3991, which encourages healthy eating among students through the designation of a Texas Fruit and Vegetable Day. The committee members reported several bills favorably for recommendation to the full Senate, including House Bills 114, 1960, and 5330, with unanimous votes. The session concluded with a summary of pending business and further considerations for additional bills in the future.
TX
Summary:
The committee meeting focused on discussing two key pieces of legislation, HB1243 and SB2, both relating to the penalties for illegal voting. HB1243 was presented by the chair for consideration and was aligned with SB2, which had previously passed in the Senate. Both bills were debated regarding their implications on voting conduct and penalties. Testimony was provided in support of these bills, emphasizing the need for stricter laws against illegal voting. Ultimately, both bills progressed in the legislative process.
TX
Texas 2023 - 88th Regular
88th Legislative Session May 19th, 2023 at 08:05 am
Texas House Floor Meeting
Bills:
SB375, SB12, SB24, SB17, SB1745, SB1802, SB998, SB129, SB1308, SB2304, SB1040, SB1120, SB467, SB1001, SB1900, SB1929, SB2016, SB1518, SB1517, SB493, SB736, SB1346, SB1979, SB1045, SB1445, SB2040, SB3, SJR64, SB2601, SB1677, SB261, SB796, SB247, SB629, SB323, SB1471, SB375, SB12, SB24, SB17, SB1745, SB1802, SB998, SB129, SB1308, SB2304, SB1040, SB1120, SB467, SB1001, SB1900, SB1929, SB2016, SB1518, SB1517, SB493, SB736, SB1346, SB1979, HB3292, HB5360, HB5400, HB5418, HCR34, HCR110, HCR112, SB37, SB52, SB135, SB252, SB280, SB317, SB348, SB361, SB372, SB374, SB414, SB485, SB496, SB526, SB539, SB540, SB646, SB658, SB691, SB739, SB867, SB893, SB904, SB983, SB1051, SB1122, SB1236, SB1393, SB1439, SB1449, SB1467, SB1551, SB1614, SB1653, SB1710, SB2017, SB2091, SB2106, SB2119, SB2150, SB2269, SB2275, SB2310, SB2333, SB2379, SB2399, SB2476, SB2493, SB2612, SCR13, SCR42, HR1448, HR1452, HR1453, HR1454, HR1455, HR1456, HR1457, HR1458, HR1459, HR1460, HR1461, HR1464, HR1465, HR1466, HR1467, HR1468, HR1469, HR1470, HR1471, HR1472, HR1473, HR1474, HR1476, HR1477, HR1480, HR1481, HR1482, HR1483, HR1484, HR1485, HR1486, HR1489, HR1491, HR1492, HR1493, HR1495, HR1496, HR1497, HR1498, HR1499, HR1504, HR1505, HR1506, HR1507, HR1508, HR1509, HR1510, HR1511, HR1512, HR1513, HR1514, HR1515, HR1516, HR1517, HR1518, HR1519, HR1522, HR1523, HR1525, HR1528, HR1530, HR1531, HR1532, HR1533, HR1534, HR1535, HR1537, HR1538, HR1539, HR1540, HR1541, HR1544, HR1549, HR1550, HR1553, HR1554, HR1556, HR1557, HR1560, HR1561, HR1562, HR1563, HR1564, HR1565, HR1566, HR1567, HR1568, HR1569, HR1570, HR1571, HR1572, HR1573, HR1574, HR1575, HR1576, HR1577, HR1578, HR1579, HR1580, HR1581, HR1582, HR1583, HR1584, HR1585, HR1586, HR1587, HR1588, HR1591, HR1592, HR1593, HR1594, HR1595, HR1596, HR1597, HR1598, HR1599, HR1601, HR1602, HR1604, HR1605, HR1606, HR1608, HR1609, HR1450, HR1451, HR1494, HR1503, HR1520, HR1521, HR1524, HR1526, HR1527, HR1536, HR1548, HR1552, HR1558, HR1589, HR1590, HR1603, HR1607, HB1442, HB1263, HB1712, HB1416, HB2121, HB3099, HB697, HB6, HB473, HB852, HB679, HB3447, HB207, HB1277, HB1900, HB282, HB1195, HB730, HB2127, HB916, HB5303, HB5311, HB2719, HB4504, HB4611, HB1699, HB3765, HB1515, HB3928, HB4595, HB2929, HB3287, SB409, SB773
Keywords:
sexually oriented performances, children, public property, commercial enterprise, civil penalty, criminal offense, LGBTQ+, drag shows, artistic expression, family support services, health and human services, child welfare, pro-life, economic support, mental health, community support, maternity programs, diversity, equity, inclusion
Summary:
The committee meeting discussed a range of bills with key focus on housing and mental health initiatives. Notably, SB1677, which aims to expand behavioral health centers and jail diversion programs, was presented by Senator Perry, emphasizing increased flexibility for local mental health authorities. The bill saw strong support and was passed unanimously, reflecting the committee's commitment to addressing mental health issues in the community. Additionally, SB2601 related to the relocation of utility infrastructure for state projects was also passed, highlighting ongoing infrastructure improvements.