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Texas 2023 - 88th Regular
Natural Resources Apr 18th, 2023 at 07:04 pm
House Natural Resources Committee
Bills:
HB583, HB585, HB874, HB2496, HB2508, HB2787, HB2900, HB3469, HB3744, HB4106, HB4182, HB4373, HB4623, HB4659, HB4856, HB4874, HB5318, HB5334, HCR77, HR371, SB28, SB1080, SJR75, HJR169
Keywords:
drinking water, environmental quality, annual report, public health, water supply, water treatment, environmental protection, climate change, natural disaster, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, water rights, environmental flows, conservation, forbearance agreements, Texas Water Code, water service, fire department, hydrant availability, public water system, emergency notification
Summary:
The meeting of the committee addressed various water-related bills, including the establishment of new districts, financial assistance programs, and proposed constitutional amendments aimed at improving water resource management in Texas. Discussions highlighted the need for regulatory clarity and public engagement regarding water projects, with several witnesses testifying in support of bills aimed at enhancing water conservation and infrastructure. Notable bills included HB4182, which focuses on water disbursement efficiencies, and SJR75, proposing the creation of the Texas Water Fund to facilitate water project financing. Overall, the committee demonstrated a strong commitment to addressing Texas's growing water challenges.
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Texas 2023 - 88th Regular
88th Legislative Session Apr 18th, 2023 at 09:04 am
Texas House Floor Meeting
Bills:
HB1500, HB1565, HB2127, HJR45, HB3050, HB1646, HB1255, HB1704, HB1159, HB821, HB3478, HB1922, HB1925, HB2556, HB2802, HB2016, HB1114, HB1589, HB1737, HB598, HB596, HB579, HB219, HB252, HB105, HB1381, HB1433, HB1429, HB1106, HB3211, HB3115, HB4015, HB2183, HB1142, HB540, HB1595, HB54, HB3805, HB1912, HB3059, HB1415, HB899, HB4065, HB4422, HB1846, HB2384, HB2416, HB1760, HB73, HB1287, HB1662, HB587, HB1038, HB92, HB916, HB473, HB465, HB1323, HB1898, HB2243, SB240, HB797, HB1955, HB1500, HB1565, HB2127, HJR45, HB3050, HB1646, HB1255, HB1704, HB1159, HB821, HB3478, HB1922, HB1925, HB2556, HB2802, HB2016, HB1114, HB1589, HB1737, HB598, HB596, HB579, HB219, HB252, HB105, HB1381, HB1433, HB1429, HB1106, HB3211, HB3115, HB4015, HB2183, HB1142
Keywords:
Public Utility Commission, ERCOT, electricity regulation, administrative penalties, renewable energy, utility oversight, market manipulation, electric grid reliability, local control, state preemption, business regulations, municipal ordinances, economic development, preservation, endowment fund, Texas State Preservation Board, historical buildings, funding, restoration, Edwards Aquifer
Summary:
In this meeting, various bills were discussed and passed with notable support. The committee focused on legislation that impacts social services, particularly for vulnerable populations, including children's health services and support for the elderly. HB 1898, which establishes a grant program for Children's Hospitals to provide mental and behavioral health services, was highly endorsed and passed with overwhelming support. Similarly, HB 2243, aimed at providing protective orders for elderly victims of violence, received unanimous approval from the members present.
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Community Safety, Select Apr 18th, 2023 at 09:04 am
House Community Safety, Select Committee
Bills:
HB22, HB106, HB220, HB1138, HB236, HB298, HB533, HB1007, HB1894, HB2291, HB2744, HB3138, HB3271, HB3435, HB3534, HB4472, HB4639, SB599
Keywords:
firearms, multiple sales report, criminal offense, firearm magazines, public safety, firearms, reporting, law enforcement, multiple sales, privacy, gun control, firearms, handgun licenses, criminal offense, suspension, revocation, firearm transfers, background checks, firearm, reckless discharge
Summary:
The meeting primarily addressed various firearm-related bills, including discussions about firearm safety and regulations surrounding their use. Members evaluated legislation that proposed new criminal offenses related to the misuse of firearms and sought to clarify existing laws to improve public safety. Multiple testimonies were provided, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding vulnerable populations and ensuring responsible ownership. Ultimately, the committee postponed some bills for further consideration while passing others through initial discussions.
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Bills:
SB796, HB340, HB3188, HB1803, HB601, HB1390, HB2797, HB838, HB1437, HB1498, HB4498, HB4080, HB1716, HB1452, HB4506, HB4500, HB3496, HB3333, HB2017, HB3413
Keywords:
arbitration, insurance, Texas law, surplus lines, dispute resolution, children's mental health, insurance coverage, serious emotional disturbance, mental health parity, healthcare access, biomarker testing, health insurance, medical evidence, patient care, genetic testing, Medicare, supplement plans, disability, end stage renal disease, insurance eligibility
Summary:
The Committee on Insurance convened to discuss various bills aimed at improving health and financial protections for Texas residents. Key bills included HB2797, focusing on covering laparoscopic procedures for uterine fibroids, and HB601, addressing public adjuster compensation. Witnesses provided compelling testimonies, both for and against the bills, highlighting the need for improved mental health coverage and fair insurance practices. The committee showed a commitment to addressing gaps in legislation while ensuring the protection of all stakeholders involved.
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Water, Agriculture & Rural AffairsAudio only. Apr 18th, 2023
Senate Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee
Summary:
The Committee on Water Agricultural Affairs convened to discuss SB471, which focuses on the investigation of complaints by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. Senator Springer presented a committee substitute for the bill, emphasizing the removal of penalties for citizens registering multiple complaints that were previously unsubstantiated. The committee adopted the substitute and the bill advanced favorably without any opposition.