Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

House State Affairs Committee May 7th, 2025

Meeting Video(s)

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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

State Affairs May 7th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House State Affairs Committee

The committee meeting was centered around the discussion of two key bills: SB33 and SB11. SB33 received significant attention as it aimed to close loopholes related to local government funding for abortion travel, which several representatives argued was an overreach of governmental power. Testimonies from supporters highlighted the need for this bill to clarify taxpayer protections, while opponents raised concerns about infringing on local autonomy and access to healthcare. The discussion featured passionate inputs from various stakeholders, emphasizing the societal implications of legislations regarding reproductive rights and healthcare services. At the conclusion of deliberations, both bills were left pending, indicating that further consideration is required before moving forward.

Bills on the Agenda

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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB11

Filed
2/10/25  
Out of Senate Committee
3/5/25  
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to a period of prayer and reading of the Bible or other religious text in public schools.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB6

Filed
2/12/25  
Out of Senate Committee
3/13/25  
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to electricity planning and infrastructure costs for large loads.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB33

Filed
3/14/25  
Out of Senate Committee
4/7/25  
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to certain prohibited transactions and logistical support between a governmental entity and an abortion assistance entity or abortion provider for the procurement of an abortion or related services.