Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

House S/C on International Relations Committee Mar 24th, 2025

Meeting Video(s)

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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

S/C on International Relations

House S/C on International Relations

The Subcommittee on Internet convened addressing significant legislative matters, including House Bill 1240, which aims to update definitions surrounding the Texas-Mexico border region to promote consistency across various state statutes. Chairman Guillen led the discussion, highlighting the importance of providing clarity for stakeholders involved in policy and implementation. Additionally, House Concurrent Resolution 90 was discussed, advocating for the establishment of a Texas Economic Trade Office in Israel. Several witnesses testified, emphasizing the benefits this office would offer in terms of economic partnerships and innovation transfer, particularly in technology sectors such as cybersecurity and medical technology. The meeting was characterized by active participation, and the members acknowledged the importance of reinforcing Texas's role on the global stage.

Bills on the Agenda

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Texas House Bill HB1240

Filed
11/12/24  
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to certain governmental operations affecting the border region.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB1353

Filed
11/15/24  
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to international cooperation agreements between certain state agencies and the United Mexican States and funding for infrastructure investment in this state; providing authority for certain agencies to issue bonds.
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Texas House Bill HCR76

Urging the federal government to curb the mass importation of foreign shrimp into the United States.
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Texas House Bill HCR90

Expressing support for the strengthening of our partnership with Israel and for the creation of a Texas Trade and Investment Office in Israel.