Texas 2013 - 83rd Regular

Texas House Bill HB3547 Committees

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Texas 2013 - 83rd Regular

House Energy Resources Committee

The House Committee on Energy Resources plays a pivotal role in shaping the legislation related to Texas's energy policies. Under the leadership of Chair Representative Craig Goldman, the committee focuses on a range of significant issues including the management of oil, gas, and renewable energy resources. Current legislative priorities include bills related to the enforcement of federal laws regulating oil and gas operations, advanced clean energy projects, geothermal energy resource management, and the implementation of energy conservation programs by local distribution companies. The committee actively engages with various stakeholders to address safety, environmental protection, and economic viability within the energy sector. With a commitment to improving energy efficiency and sustainability, the Energy Resources Committee remains at the forefront of addressing Texas's complex energy challenges.
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The House Committee on Business & Industry, chaired by Representative Oscar Longoria, focuses on a range of issues affecting Texas businesses and workforce policies. Key priorities include the regulation of workers' compensation, housing affordability, consumer data protection, and the oversight of property owners' associations. Recent bills under discussion encompass topics such as the requirements for workers' compensation insurance, protections against fraudulent deeds, and the impacts of institutional buyers on housing markets. The committee actively engages stakeholders through public hearings and invites testimony from various entities to inform legislation and ensure its effectiveness in achieving intended outcomes.