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TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Swartner sends up a committee substitute for

  • Senator Sparks sends up a committee substitute for SCR 37.
  • Senator Schwartner moves adoption of the committee substitute.
  • The committee substitute for SCR 37 is adopted by unanimous consent.
  • Senator Schwartner moves that the committee substitute for
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Economic Development Committee was marked by a rapid review and voting on several bills. Notably, Senate Bill 217 was reported favorably with a vote of 4-1, showcasing a split opinion among members. Additionally, Senate Bill 529 and Senate Bill 1265 were both unanimously recommended for certification, indicating strong support. The committee also discussed committee substitutes for Senate Bill 1592 and SCR 37, with both passing without objection. These actions illustrate the committee's proactive approach in addressing pending legislation and facilitating its progress to the full Senate.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Economic DevelopmentAudio only. Apr 29th, 2025

Senate Economic Development Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The committee substitute for Senate Bill 1071 is adopted by unanimous consent.
  • Senator Sparks sends up a committee substitute for Senate Bill 2955.
  • There is a committee substitute.
  • the differences between the committee substitute and the bill as filed.
  • There is a committee substitute.
Summary: The Senate Economic Development Committee meeting addressed multiple bills with a focus on committee substitutes and favorable recommendations for passage. Senator Sparks led the meeting, moving several bills, including SB1703, SB2133, and SB2955, through favorable votes. Noteworthy discussions included amendments to SB1950 aimed at streamlining unemployment processes and preventing fraud, which garnered unanimous support. The session emphasized efficiency in legislation and tackled substantial bills relevant to economic development and tax regulations.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Natural ResourcesAudio only. Apr 24th, 2025

Senate Natural Resources Committee

Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Natural Resources included discussions focused on two key bills: SB2082 and SB2203. Senator Miles presented SB2082, which involves regulations concerning a hospital's surrounding area and the operation of concrete crushing facilities. After a detailed discussion, the committee adopted a substitute for this bill, which places constraints on certain activities in the vicinity of the hospital. The members voted unanimously to recommend the bill to the full Senate, reflecting strong support for its provisions. Furthermore, Senator Birdwell laid out SB2203, which also underwent a committee substitute approval process, indicating potential changes to its original form. This bill similarly received a favorable recommendation for passing to the full Senate, showcasing its importance to the committee's agenda.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government May 6th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Summary: In this meeting of the Senate Committee on Local Government, several key bills were discussed with notable emphasis on committee substitutes and their implications. Senate Bill 2519 was reported back to the Senate with a recommendation to pass, showcasing strong support with a vote of 4-2. A crucial discussion took place around Senate Bill 2522, where clarifying language was added concerning land annexations for municipalities, eventually passing through a narrow vote of 4-3. Additionally, Senate Bill 2639 was debated, with Senator Paxson sending up a committee substitute that was quickly adopted, reflecting the ongoing legislative adjustments.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Economic DevelopmentAudio only. Apr 24th, 2025

Senate Economic Development Committee

Summary: During the Senate Economic Development Committee meeting, several significant bills were discussed and reviewed. Chair Senator Sparks facilitated the review of multiple committee substitutes for various Senate Bills, including SB2532, SB317, SB2925, SB1250, SB1854, and SB2539. All committee substitutes were adopted unanimously, and the bills were moved forward with favorable recommendations to the full Senate. Notably, SB317 and SB1250 were both included in the local and uncontested calendar without any objections, reflecting the committee's consensus for these measures. The positive progress of these bills indicates a cooperative effort among committee members to support legislative initiatives.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Economic DevelopmentAudio only. May 13th, 2025

Senate Economic Development Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Hearing none, the committee substitute for HB 1397 is adopted by unanimous consent.
  • There is a committee substitute.

  • The committee substitute for House Bill 4187 is adopted.
  • Senator Schwertner sends up a committee substitute for House Bill...
  • The committee substitute for House Bill 4850 is adopted unanimously.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Economic Development Committee included significant discussions around several bills, notably House Bill 4187, Senate Bill 2603, and Senate Bill 2607, all of which received favorable votes for progression to the full Senate. Senator Sparks played a prominent role, advocating for the adoption of committee substitutes for several bills and successfully moving them for favorable recommendations. There was a clear focus on ensuring legislative items were being addressed efficiently, as evidenced by the discussions on local and uncontested calendars to streamline processes.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Health and Human ServicesAudio only. Apr 24th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • There being 8 ayes, 0 nays, the committee substitute

  • I understand there is a committee substitute.

  • Senator Perry sends up the committee substitute.
  • The committee substitute to Senate Bill 2422 is favorably reported.
  • I understand there is a committee substitute. Senator Perry sends up the committee substitute.
Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services convened to discuss several bills, primarily focused on healthcare reforms. Notably, Senator Perry played a significant role in advocating for various bills, including SB2306 and SB672, which were both favorably reported with unanimous support. The committee adopted committee substitutes for these bills, emphasizing the need for clearer regulations and accountability within the healthcare sector. Additionally, the meeting highlighted the importance of ensuring that harmful practices within the industry are effectively addressed.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • I do have a committee substitute. Should we send...
  • Senator Burwell sends up a committee substitute for Senate Bill 1448.
  • I have submitted a committee substitute, Mr. Chairman.
  • Committee substitute.
  • Senator Perry sends up a committee substitute.
Summary: The meeting was convened to discuss various Senate Bills, focusing on issues pertinent to agriculture, environment, and public health. Notably, Senator Perry spearheaded discussions on SB1247 and SB1948, emphasizing the need for committee substitutes to adapt the bills to recent legislative requirements. SB1948, in particular, was introduced to exempt agricultural structures from certain fire safety regulations, reflecting concerns among agricultural producers regarding compliance costs. Multiple members supported this legislation, highlighting the impact on the agricultural sector's operational viability.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Economic DevelopmentAudio only. Apr 15th, 2025

Senate Economic Development Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • There is a committee substitute.

  • Adoption of the committee substitute?
  • The committee substitute for Senate Bill 2322 is adopted by unanimous consent.
  • Is there any objection to the adoption of the committee substitute?
  • Hearing none, the committee substitute is adopted.
Summary: This meeting of the Senate committee focused on the review and approval of multiple bills, primarily Senate Bill 1143, Senate Bill 1534, and Senate Bill 2448, among others. Senator Sparks led the discussions, presenting committee substitutes to streamline various legislative proposals. The committee adopted several substitutes unanimously, which indicates a strong consensus among committee members regarding the amendments made to the original bills. All bills were favorably reported to the full Senate with recommendations for approval and certification, reflecting a productive session.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Business and Commerce Apr 10th, 2025

Senate Business & Commerce Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Committee substitute for Senate Bill 1468 is favorably reported.
  • There is a committee substitute.
  • The committee substitute adds.
  • There is a committee substitute, Senator Schwertner.
  • There is a committee substitute.
Summary: The meeting of the committee commenced with the establishment of a quorum, where members discussed and voted on five significant bills related to energy efficiency, insurance regulation, and public utility governance. Notably, Senate Bill 2717 was presented, incorporating feedback to foster collaboration among various state agencies for improved energy efficiency performance. This was followed by a detailed discussion on Senate Bill 1642, which proposed changes to the Texas Department of Insurance's executive structure to optimize management and consumer focus. Each bill saw active participation from senators who moved to adopt committee substitutes for clarity and responsiveness to stakeholder concerns, indicating a proactive approach to legislative issues.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Corrections Apr 30th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Corrections Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • ...offers up a committee substitute.
  • The committee substitute is adopted.

  • The only thing different with a committee substitute is it clarifies the liability.
  • We do have a committee substitute that will be submitted to the committee so that you can consider it
  • Committee substitute to House Bill 1969.
Summary: The committee meeting focused on several legislative bills, primarily related to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and corrections. Notable discussions included the adoption of committee substitutes for bills such as HB1515, which proposes the TDCJ Sunset Bill, and HB2854, which discusses necessary hospital visits for inmates. The meeting featured extensive participation from members and witnesses, who provided testimonies in support of or opposition to the various bills. The atmosphere remained collaborative, with members showing mutual respect during discussions.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Public Health Apr 14th, 2025 at 08:04 am

House Public Health Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The committee substitute is adopted.
  • The Chair lays out a complete committee substitute.
  • The committee substitute is adopted.
  • The committee substitute is adopted.
  • The committee substitute is adopted.
Summary: The meeting of the Committee on Public Health addressed a range of health-related bills, with significant discussions surrounding House Bill 3717, aimed at establishing a grant program for clinical trials related to Ibogaine as a treatment for opioid use disorder. Representative Harris presented the bill, which received unanimous support from the committee. Other bills, such as House Bill 3800, which seeks to create an advisory group for local workforce partnerships in education and health care, were also approved with committee substitutes, reflecting clarifications made for better implementation. The overall atmosphere was positive with members actively engaging in voting and discussion.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part I) Apr 10th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • There was a committee substitute laid out at our hearing on Monday.
  • Senator West moves to adopt the committee substitute he just explained.
  • There is a committee substitute that was laid out in the hearing on Monday.
  • All right, hearing no objection, the committee substitute is adopted.
  • There is a proposed committee substitute.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Local Government was characterized by the passage of several significant bills, including SB2183, SB2046, SB434, and others with recommendations for further consideration. Discussions involved voting on committee substitutes and the implications of various legislative measures. Senator Paxton and other members provided insights and moved bills forward with emphatic support, leading to their successful passing out of committee. Importantly, the bills addressed various local government concerns, showcasing the committee's focus on practical legislative solutions.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government (Part II) Apr 10th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • There was a committee substitute laid out at our hearing on Monday
  • Senator Paxton moves to adopt the committee substitute

  • That it do not pass, but that the committee substitute adopted
  • There being four ayes, one nay, the committee substitute

  • There is a proposed committee substitute for Senate Bill 2010.
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 Regular

AdministrationAudio only. Apr 23rd, 2025

Senate Administration Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Senate Committee on Administration will come to order

  • substitute.
  • Hearing none, the substitute is adopted.

  • substitute adopted in lieu.
  • 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

Health and Human ServicesAudio only. May 15th, 2025

Senate Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services will come to order

  • Is there any other business to come before the committee

  • With no other business to come before the committee,

  • Senator Perry moves that the committee stands in recess.
Summary: The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services convened to review various House Bills, with significant discussions surrounding HB107, HB694, and HB1639. Each bill was moved for passage with unanimous support, highlighting strong consensus among committee members. The meeting was efficiently conducted, with motions by Senator Perry frequently leading to favorable votes on multiple bills, including HB1700 and HB2187. The committee also recommended several bills for inclusion in the local and uncontested calendar, reflecting the legislative body’s focus on streamlined governance and procedural efficiency.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Local Government Apr 29th, 2025

Senate Local Government Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Pending business, there was a committee substitute laid out
  • Senator Cook moves to adopt the committee substitute

  • There was a committee substitute laid out at our previous hearing.
  • There was a committee substitute laid out previously.
  • I believe there's a committee substitute.
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Local Government focused on evaluating a series of bills crucial to local governance and housing development. A notable highlight was the advancement of various bills, including SB2250 and SB375, both of which received unanimous support from committee members. Additionally, SB867 was passed with the introduction of a committee substitute, demonstrating the committee's willingness to adapt and negotiate terms to ensure suitable legislation. The members voiced their opinions on the importance of these bills in addressing housing and community development needs while ensuring efficient use of resources.
TX

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Veteran AffairsAudio only. Apr 3rd, 2025

Senate Veteran Affairs Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Hancock sends up the committee substitute.

  • substitute and the bill as filed.
  • Senator Hancock moves adoption of the committee substitute

  • Senator Hancock moves adoption of the committee substitute

  • There being five ayes and one nay, the committee substitute

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

Border SecurityAudio only. May 20th, 2025

Senate Border Security Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senate Committee on Border Security will now come to order.

  • >

    Members, if you know of the business, come before the Senate Committee

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:
  • The Senate Committee on Veteran Affairs will come to order.

  • Committee Substitute House Bill 101 does pass.
  • The Senate Committee on Veteran Affairs will stand in recess
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.

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