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.

The Senate Committee on Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs focuses on critical issues relating to the management and conservation of Texas's water resources, agricultural practices, and rural development. Chaired by Senator Charles Perry, the committee actively reviews and evaluates legislation associated with water development projects, environmental conservation, and agricultural operations. Recent bills tackled include provisions on financial assistance for water projects, groundwater conservation, and agricultural regulatory measures. Public hearings are held regularly, encouraging stakeholder input, and committee activity underscores the importance of ensuring sustainable water and agriculture policies for Texas's future.