The House Committee on Environmental Regulation is focused on overseeing the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and related agencies to ensure effective environmental governance. Chaired by Rep. Brooks Landgraf, the committee actively considers a range of issues including the permitting processes for concrete plants, water quality regulations, air quality permits, and the impacts of emerging industries such as hydrogen. The committee engages in public hearings to enhance transparency and community participation in environmental matters, emphasizing the importance of local involvement in permitting decisions. Recent legislative activity includes the examination of bills aimed at improving public engagement in environmental discussions, addressing air quality concerns, and promoting sustainable practices in waste management and energy production.

The House Committee on Environmental Regulation is focused on overseeing the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and related agencies to ensure effective environmental governance. Chaired by Rep. Brooks Landgraf, the committee actively considers a range of issues including the permitting processes for concrete plants, water quality regulations, air quality permits, and the impacts of emerging industries such as hydrogen. The committee engages in public hearings to enhance transparency and community participation in environmental matters, emphasizing the importance of local involvement in permitting decisions. Recent legislative activity includes the examination of bills aimed at improving public engagement in environmental discussions, addressing air quality concerns, and promoting sustainable practices in waste management and energy production.

The Senate Committee on Criminal Justice is dedicated to the oversight and reform of laws related to criminal justice in Texas. Chaired by Senator John Whitmire, the committee holds regular meetings to discuss various bills and initiatives that impact the safety and legal rights of Texans. Recent areas of focus include the rights of victims of family violence, reforms in bail practices, enhancements in medical transportation for inmates, and legislation aimed at preventing child exploitation in the digital age. The committee is also closely monitoring the implementation of significant bills passed in the 88th Legislature, ensuring that their objectives are met and relevant services are adequately funded.

The Senate Committee on Criminal Justice is dedicated to the oversight and reform of laws related to criminal justice in Texas. Chaired by Senator John Whitmire, the committee holds regular meetings to discuss various bills and initiatives that impact the safety and legal rights of Texans. Recent areas of focus include the rights of victims of family violence, reforms in bail practices, enhancements in medical transportation for inmates, and legislation aimed at preventing child exploitation in the digital age. The committee is also closely monitoring the implementation of significant bills passed in the 88th Legislature, ensuring that their objectives are met and relevant services are adequately funded.