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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Elections Apr 3rd, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Elections Committee

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  • But this lack of clarity in the application process can lead to stakes, rejection of applications, disenfranchisement
  • It doesn't change the process to renew a driver's license.
  • You're sending applications, the person...
  • It does not alter the process to cure a provisional ballot.
  • So this will be a six-year process or so. Right?
Summary: The committee meeting focused on several key legislative bills relating to election integrity and voter registration. Notable discussions were held around HB817, HB1478, and HB1661, which addressed issues such as the termination of majority votes, compliance with voter registration laws, and penalties related to election supplies. Throughout the meeting, various representatives vocalized their opinions, alongside public testimonies that provided diverse perspectives on the bills being considered. The chair led the proceedings efficiently, allowing for a balance of viewpoints while ensuring that legislative business was conducted promptly. Overall, the atmosphere was characterized by active engagement from members of the committee, with many bills being reported favorably to the full House for consideration.
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  • This will be part of their permitting process, I assume, going forward.
  • ; it's an administrative process, not a criminal one.
  • So this would have to be land application discharge, I would think.
  • It doesn't distinguish between discharge or land application.
  • for surface application.
Summary: The meeting was convened to discuss several pivotal bills primarily relating to water management, environmental regulations, and labor standards. Amongst key discussions, SB243 aimed to reform migrant housing penalties, transforming the flat fee structure into a more compelling model that could incite improvements in living conditions for migrant workers. Furthermore, the committee deliberated on SB2159 and SB2568, both significant for addressing water resource management in Medina County, with testimonies from local water authority representatives emphasizing the urgent need for updated legislative support amid local growth pressures. Other bills discussed included SB1891 and SB1442, which prompted lively debates regarding utility rate adjustments and environmental compliance procedures for wastewater facilities.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs May 12th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • to include their email addresses, phone numbers, or both on their applications.
  • process all over again.
  • Starting the process again would involve an extensive list of requirements for a new applicant, including
  • The bill makes no changes to the existing renewal application process but seeks to protect the holder
  • from the burden of going through that entire process of fingerprinting.
Bills: HB668, HB677, HB766, HB3133
Summary: The meeting focused on several critical pieces of legislation including HB677, HB3133, HB668, SB2819, and SB3070. Notably, HB677 prohibits county election administrators from holding other appointed positions while serving in their role, with no public testimony registered against it, leading to its pending status. Conversely, HB3133, which addresses the issue of explicit deep fake material on social media, drew significant attention but was left pending without public testimony as well. The discussion of HB668 included provisions for a one-year grace period for licensed handgun owners after expiration, a relatively straightforward bill that also registered no public testimony. Meanwhile, SB2819, a companion to HB677, emphasizes the strict regulations surrounding election administration, seeking to eliminate any potential conflicts of interest. Lastly, SB3070 sparked conversations about lottery regulations and transparency in operations, prompting discussions around its implications and garnering witness testimonies in favor of the bill.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Delivery of Government Efficiency Mar 26th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Delivery of Government Efficiency Committee

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  • To a little bit the application process itself, right?
  • The protest process is a two-layer process.
  • I mean for people to know what the process is. It's not just you; there's an application...
  • We've simply wanted to reform the procurement process to make sure that it followed all applicable laws
  • and the hours and days and weeks of processing the applications.
Summary: The meeting of the committee involved detailed discussions surrounding several key pieces of legislation, most notably focused on the implications of artificial intelligence through HB149. This bill was presented by Chairman Capriglione as a comprehensive framework aimed at addressing potential harms associated with AI usage in Texas, emphasizing consumer protection and accountability. Witnesses from various organizations provided input, highlighting the bill's aim to create clarity around acceptable AI practices while simultaneously fostering innovation. Some members raised concerns over specific provisions related to political viewpoint discrimination and local preemption, indicating a need for adjustments to ensure comprehensive protections without infringing on existing rights.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Elections Apr 30th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Elections Committee

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  • Process.
  • takes to process one curbside voter.
  • We think it's a valuable process that we do.
  • application.
  • This legislation is only applicable to mail-in ballot applications that are submitted the day of or after
Summary: The House Committee on Elections convened to deliberate on several legislative measures, focusing significantly on the accessibility and integrity of the voting process. Key discussions included the presentation of HB5430, which addresses the declaration of a candidate’s ineligibility based on their filing status. The committee also reviewed Senate Bill SB901, a companion bill that echoes the intentions of HB5430. Other bills such as HB2253 aimed to introduce flexibility for local governments in case of disaster declarations, allowing them to cancel elections in a specified timeframe, emphasizing the need for local leaders to act decisively during crises. Additionally, Senate Bill SB760 was introduced to protect vulnerable populations, ensuring that legal guardians are notified when mail-in ballots are requested by individuals in long-term care facilities. Testimonies both supported and challenged the measures, revealing deep concerns regarding potential implications of these bills on voter rights, particularly for disabled stakeholders and elderly populations.
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  • But the process you have to go through—it took over a year to get an administratively complete application
  • This will be a time-consuming process.
  • I'll create a process in Chapter 36 that requires the applicant to carry the burden to demonstrate that
  • This is a long process.
  • We believe, based on the literature, that the applicants have gone through a very deliberate process.
Summary: The meeting focused on several key pieces of legislation, including HB20, which aims to address disaster fraud in Texas by enhancing protections for victims during emergencies. The committee substitute for the bill was adopted without challenge and moved forward for a favorable recommendation. Public testimony was closed with no registered speakers, indicating strong support or little opposition to the measures being discussed. Additionally, the committee addressed HB27, sparking a significant debate about groundwater management and local regulations, reflecting growing concerns about resource allocation in Texas. Members engaged in discussions surrounding the need for scientific studies before imposing moratoriums on water permits, highlighting the complexities of balancing ecological concerns with community needs.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural Resources Apr 23rd, 2025

Senate Natural Resources Committee

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  • with the most recent version of the permit, but SB2351 formally adds a statute to the statute, a process
  • The purpose of this bill, in summary, is to recognize that these disclosures are not applicable to water
  • During the rulemaking process, when we were establishing what would be constituted as a hospital, we
  • hearings if the TCEQ does not substantially change their certified question processing timeframes.
  • all applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
Summary: The meeting of the committee convened to discuss multiple bills including SCR48, SB2351, SB2550, SB2203, SB410, and SB2082. Notably, Senator Miles presented SB2082, which aims to prevent concrete crushing facilities from operating near hospitals, following community outcry over health concerns linked to air pollution. The committee heard public testimony from various stakeholders, highlighting the community's significant opposition to such facilities in close proximity to critical healthcare services. Senator Alvarado's SB2351, addressing concrete plant regulations, was supported with favorable votes but faced concerns over the environmental implications of expansion requests. The meeting concluded with a recommendation for several bills to move forward to the full Senate for consideration.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Intergovernmental Affairs Apr 15th, 2025 at 10:04 am

House Intergovernmental Affairs Committee

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  • Davis, for putting up with this whole process and staying with it.
  • , each application is scored against the other applications in the area.
  • do create the driver for who gets the application if you have two parties contending for an application
  • The Senate took themselves out of this process about 10 or 15 years ago.
  • The budgeting process can be a very difficult process for
Summary: The meeting focused on key legislative issues including the submitted bills targeting affordable housing, budget transparency, and fire code enforcement. Notably, discussions around HB4045 involved concerns about local government support and neutrality in tax credit applications, with several stakeholders expressing their views on the barriers faced in securing housing development in high-opportunity areas. Additionally, the committee deliberated on HB5267, which aims to reform the budgeting processes for cities and counties by standardizing formats and limiting expenditures in line with population growth and inflation. Public testimonies offered a range of perspectives on these bills, highlighting the importance of community support in legislative outcomes.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs (Part I) Apr 24th, 2025

Senate State Affairs Committee

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  • 36 applications.
  • clusters of applications.
  • , getting around the problem that a lot of states have rescinded their applications.
  • I am against a new application.
  • And that's an ongoing process, right?
Summary: The Committee on State Affairs convened to discuss several significant legislative measures, notably focusing on the SJR54, which is an application for a Convention of States under Article V of the Constitution. The resolution seeks to impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit federal jurisdiction, and restrict terms of Congress members. The discussion included historical perspectives and current motivations behind the push for such a convention, highlighting its urgency in light of perceived federal overreach. Members engaged in a thorough debate regarding the implications of a permanent application for a convention, and several witnesses from various interest groups provided testimony both for and against the resolution.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Land & Resource Management Mar 13th, 2025 at 08:00 am

House Land & Resource Management Committee

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  • , prior to an application being filed with the TCEQ.
  • Legal counsel is in the process of drafting it.
  • There is not a process. There's no process.
  • I cannot file an application to create a MUD at the TCEQ, including in that application evidence that
  • That's done by the county in their plat approval process and in their plan approval process.
Bills: HB23, HB363, HB447, HB954
Summary: The meeting was convened by Chairman Gates, focusing primarily on discussions of several key bills including HB363, HB954, and others pertaining to municipal utility districts (MUDs). Notably, a public testimony highlighted the need for comprehensive reform in the MUD process, emphasizing the importance of pre-petition notices to counties to ensure transparency and effective community involvement. The committee members engaged in a dialogue about the necessity of legislative measures to improve notification processes, public safety, and county jurisdiction in these developments. Representative Bell presented HB363, detailing the need for timely notifications to affected parties, which was heavily supported during the discussions.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Delivery of Government Efficiency Mar 19th, 2025 at 10:30 am

House Delivery of Government Efficiency Committee

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  • This begins with the application process and continues throughout the individual's eligibility period
  • ="1939" data-time="11628"> Application is submitted online or in person, the application review process
  • When an eligibility advisor cannot verify required information or suspects fraud when processing an application
  • As you've probably heard, we are currently in a backlog for processing Medicaid and SNAP applications
  • , your contracting process— any process that you have.
Summary: The meeting held by the committee involved significant discussions surrounding various bills, notably focused on transparency and budgeting processes. There were multiple testimonies from public citizens advocating for improved access to local budgets, emphasizing the need for transparency within governmental operations. One speaker highlighted that enabling public access to finalized budgets within three business days can ensure that community voices are heard prior to important votes, enhancing local governance and accountability. The committee members engaged actively, with questions posed to witnesses to clarify points made regarding public access to financial documentation.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Land & Resource Management Mar 6th, 2025 at 08:03 am

House Land & Resource Management Committee

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  • In those areas where we can streamline the process, we need to work to do that.
  • And then once you get your building permit, you start the building process.
  • In the plans and permitting process, I have heard horror stories about...
  • , the plat review process, and we've...
  • of those applications if a city doesn't turn it around in time.
Summary: The Committee on Land and Resource Management convened to address pressing issues surrounding housing affordability in Texas. Central to the discussions was the testimony of various stakeholders, including housing developers, local officials, and advocates who highlighted an acute shortage of over 300,000 homes due to rapid population growth. The committee explored legislative measures aimed at reducing regulatory burdens that contribute significantly to housing costs, particularly related to the development and construction processes. A theme of collaboration with local governments and state agencies was a pivotal point, emphasizing the need for an organized approach to address housing supply while balancing local infrastructural concerns.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs May 7th, 2025 at 10:05 am

House State Affairs Committee

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  • Yet one will require a 180-day regulatory process and the other one will not.
  • We've asked the utilities to implement their controlled outages processes.
  • The RMR process is at ERCOT.
  • It's outside of the PUC process.
  • The electrification of industrial processes takes off.
Bills: SB6, SB11, SB33
Summary: The meeting focused primarily on Senate Bill 6, which aims to address the needs for increased reliability and transparency in Texas's energy infrastructure. There were multiple testimonies from stakeholders representing various sectors, including data centers and electric cooperatives, discussing their support and concerns regarding the bill's impact on interconnection and load management. Key issues raised included improving load forecasts, the adequacy of existing methodologies for cost allocation, and ensuring the reliability of the grid amidst the growing demand from large energy consumers like data centers. The discussion emphasized the need for a balance between fostering economic growth and maintaining grid reliability, amidst concerns about potential uncertainty for businesses due to some provisions in the bill. The committee concluded the meeting while keeping the bill pending for future deliberation.
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  • So those are all fresh applications.
  • permits and land application permits, so that's an...
  • We're reviewing these applications and developing draft permits.
  • So you have to go through the process. There is due process, and we are listening to everyone.
  • The same expedited process should be available to a city.
Summary: The meeting, led by Chairwoman L'Oreal Stepney, covered several crucial topics focusing on Texas water management and the associated legislative priorities. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) presented its initiatives including the implementation of a 50-hour workweek for Texas Game Wardens, the Cultivated Oyster Mariculture Program, and enhanced funding requests aimed at improving water infrastructure and conservation efforts. Notably, discussions centered around the integration of innovative practices in oyster farming to ensure sustainability and boost coastal resources. Chairwoman Stepney also highlighted the need for improved infrastructure to address water quality and supply challenges given Texas's growing population demands. In addition to water management, there was a significant emphasis on expanding the biosecurity program to combat recent agricultural threats and the establishment of a suicide hotline for farmers, reflecting the committee's commitment towards the well-being of agricultural stakeholders. The meeting concluded with a strong sense of collaboration among committee members and commitments to addressing the pressing needs concerning water resources, conservation, and agricultural safety in Texas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Apr 23rd, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee

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  • It's almost a knee-jerk process for the defense these days.
  • grant the application.
  • of the application.
  • What this process does is it gives this process an...
  • They are served by a process server saying you have been served.
Summary: During this meeting of the legislative committee, significant discussions took place regarding various bills, including those focused on judge and courthouse security, construction defect lawsuits, and carbon capture legislation. A notable highlight was the presentation of HB4502, where representatives expressed urgency to address concerns surrounding harassment of judges and court staff, citing incidents that had raised alarms about their safety. The proposed changes aim to enhance the judicial security framework and rectify loopholes that currently hinder effective legal recourse for court personnel. Several witnesses provided testimony both in support and in opposition to the discussed bills, emphasizing the diverse perspectives and concerns surrounding each piece of legislation. Another key discussion involved HB2790, which aims to establish a comprehensive legal framework for carbon capture and storage, addressing the balance between promoting technological advancement and protecting property rights. Stakeholders, including landowners and industry representatives, presented contrasting views on the implications of the bill, highlighting the ongoing debate about environmental responsibilities versus economic development needs. The meeting concluded with several bills left pending, showcasing the committee's commitment to thorough deliberation and stakeholder engagement in legislative processes.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Intergovernmental Affairs May 6th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Intergovernmental Affairs Committee

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  • Now, however, as we say we're moving it for right now, you know that we're in the process.
  • So what is the process to find these buildings that...
  • Do people, if it could somebody call a number or like, what is the process?
  • , but the process...
  • applications.
Summary: The meeting of the committee featured several active discussions regarding various bills, with notable emphasis on matters of affordable housing and local governance. House Bill 3753 was a focal point, aimed at addressing the allocation of low-income housing credits, which raised concerns among members over its implications for local communities. Representative Cunningham provided compelling arguments for the bill, emphasizing its potential benefits for teachers and residents struggling with housing issues, triggering a dialogue on transparency and accountability in housing decisions. Additionally, the committee reviewed House Bill 293, which proposed uniformity in transparency requirements across different housing tax credit programs, underscoring the complexity of legislative processes in housing development.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Business and Commerce (Part I) Apr 8th, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

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  • It is also a steam producer for the process industry.
  • process?
  • They're looking at that, and they have rejected applications.
  • So just because you file an application with the...
  • In fact, I think they already have an application process with nuclear.
Summary: In this committee meeting, a wide range of topics were addressed, notably the advancement of nuclear energy in Texas. The committee discussed Senate Bill 2967, aimed at exploring innovative energy technologies and the role of nuclear power in ensuring energy security. Several expert testimonies were heard, including insights from former PUC Commissioner Doug Robinson, who emphasized the potential of modular reactors and necessary state support to navigate the financial challenges commonly faced by nuclear energy projects. The committee's focus was on understanding current nuclear technology stages, determining required state incentives, and assessing the overall energy landscape in Texas.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part I) May 26th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

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  • Steps in the review process are only applicable to bonds

  • for SUD bonds that eliminates the requirements that are applicable to tax bonds.
  • This bill provides more funding options and streamlines the process for.
  • , and we have that application come in.
  • SUDs moving through that process without the non-applicable options related to the actual issuance of
Summary: The Senate Committee on Local Government convened to discuss various important bills, primarily focusing on housing and local governance issues. Significant discussions included House Bill 5509, aimed at enhancing municipal powers against human trafficking by allowing the suspension of hotel occupancy certificates when crimes are suspected. The committee thoroughly reviewed the proposed committee substitutes for several bills, stressing stakeholder input and the importance of due process in legislative changes. Additionally, public testimony highlighted community support for the new amendments designed to ensure safety and welfare, particularly concerning vulnerable populations. House Bill 5663, addressing vital infrastructure needs and associated funding, also received a favorable recommendation from the committee, advancing its path through legislative scrutiny.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Business and Commerce Mar 25th, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

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  • This bill would streamline the process to become licensed as a land surveyor in training.
  • The proposed legislation would allow future applicants to take the Fundamentals of Surveying exam.
  • By design, the process itself necessarily requires the hiring of qualified...
  • And at the same time, all processes can be improved.
  • The outcome of the process is very expensive.
Summary: The committee meeting was marked by extensive discussions surrounding various bills aimed at strengthening Texas's role in financial and regulatory frameworks. Significant emphasis was placed on Senate Bill 1239, presented by Senator Milton, which seeks to bolster Texas's position in global financial markets by amending existing laws related to sovereign debt. This bill aims to position Texas as a reliable jurisdiction for handling sovereign debt issues. Public testimony was heard, with several industry experts expressing support for the bill, highlighting the need for Texas to compete effectively with established financial jurisdictions like New York. The committee voted favorably on multiple bills, indicating a proactive approach to addressing legislative needs.

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