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• Chair lays out Senate Bill 850 and calls on Chair Bonnen to explain the bill. Good morning.
• Chair lays out Senate Bill 2206 and calls on Chair Guerin to explain the bill. Thank you, Mr.
• This is a common sense bill.
• Chair lays out Senate Bill 2779 and calls on Representative Morgan to explain the bill.
• Senate Bill 2779.

Bills: SB263, SB467, SB850, SB1030, SB1352, SB1453, SB2064, SB2206, SB2779, SJR84

Keywords: SB 263, Texas franchise tax, cost of goods sold, COGS, broadcasters, television broadcasting, radio broadcasting, media tax, broadcast license, FCC, 47 C.F.R. Part 73, 47 C.F.R. Part 74, film production, television production, tax deduction, margin tax, Texas Tax Code, depreciation, amortization, broadcast rights

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• Your bill says. Your bill says they can be prosecuted.
• This bill does not protect. our children. This bill is full of hate and fear.
• This bill is egregious.
• Stay on the bill. I am staying on the bill. This bill has nothing to do with that.
• Stay on the bill.

Bills: HB1325, HB1655, HB3312, HB5526, SB13, SB57, SB207, HB441, HB591, HB5019, SB27, SB843, SB 13, SB 27, SB 57

Keywords: student transfer, public servants, education code, peace officer, servicemember, judicial officer, school security, volunteer program, retired law enforcement, veterans, public safety, school safety, criminal background check, school libraries, library advisory councils, parental rights, library materials, educational content, challenging materials, emergency operations plan

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• drafting conventions into a Legislative Council draft.
• I wrote the bill. I carried the bill. I filed the bill. This is my bill. I see.
• It says it in the bill. It defines it in the bill.
• On this other part, there is a concern that if the bill is not carefully drafted... ...it will capture
• But I do just want to raise the flag that, at least in my opinion, the current draft of the bill, some

Bills: SB 13, SB 27, SB 57, HB1325, HB1655, HB3312, HB5526, SB13, SB57, SB207, HB441, HB591, HB5019, SB27, SB843

Keywords: lobbying, public funds, political subdivision, local government, county association, municipal lobbying, registered lobbyist, Texas Legislature, taxpayer lawsuit, injunctive relief, attorney's fees, government finance, county dues, state association of counties, sheriffs association, law enforcement officers, legislative advocacy, bill tracking, legislative alerts, Government Code Chapter 556

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• Each bill will be allotted three to four minutes.
• Next up, we have three bills from Chair Davids.
• Thanks for taking a few minutes to hear this bill.
• The bill is really...
• This bill was already introduced and included in the bonding bill last biennium.

Bills: HF474, HF218, HF210, HF441, HF691, HF720, HF1068, HF1314, HF1465, HF1860, HF2046, HF1389, HF2404, HF2854, HF2985, HF3128, HF3103, HF778, HF3125

Keywords: HF474, Hubert H. Humphrey, Henry Mower Rice, Statuary Hall, United States Capitol, statue replacement, capital investment, general fund appropriation, Minnesota State Capitol, Minnesota State Historical Society, public art, commemorative statue, National Statuary Hall Collection, commissioner of administration, cultural heritage, monument, Washington D.C., HF218, Minnesota, Department of Public Safety

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• Each bill will be allotted 3 to 4 minutes.
• two bills for Representative Johnson. two bills for Representative Johnson.
• bill. I'm happy to answer any questions. bill. I'm happy to answer any questions.
• relate to this um budget or bonding bill relate to this um budget or bonding bill include<01:16:
• This bill was already introduced and included in the omnibus bonding bill last biennium.

Bills: HF474, HF218, HF210, HF441, HF691, HF720, HF1068, HF1314, HF1465, HF1860, HF2046, HF1389, HF2404, HF2854, HF2985, HF3128, HF3103, HF778, HF3125

Keywords: HF474, Hubert H. Humphrey, Henry Mower Rice, Statuary Hall, United States Capitol, statue replacement, capital investment, general fund appropriation, Minnesota State Capitol, Minnesota State Historical Society, public art, commemorative statue, National Statuary Hall Collection, commissioner of administration, cultural heritage, monument, Washington D.C., HF218, Minnesota, Department of Public Safety

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• The chair lays out House Bill 2667 and recognizes Chair King to explain his bill.
• with House Bill 4129.
• House Bill 4131 is the last bill in this package.
• Back on the other bill because that the other bill moved it from 60 to 180.
• her bill heard today.

Bills: HB 1531, HB 2667, HB 2809, HB 2865, HB 3589, HB 3151, HB 3748, HB 3750, HB 4419, HB 4643, HB 3597, HB 4129, HB 4130, HB 4131

Keywords: workplace violence prevention, health and safety code, Chapter 331, facility definition, home and community support services agency, home health agency, home health care, nursing staff, registered nurses, health care workplace safety, hospital, nursing facility, ambulatory surgical center, freestanding emergency medical care facility, mental hospital, Texas health care regulation, provider compliance, occupational safety, senior living, referral agencies

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• And the bill is left pending. On to the next bill, really quick, members.
• Starting with House Bill 4129.
• House Bill 4131 is the last bill in this package.
• I heard her say that on the other bill because the other bill moved it from 60 to 180.
• Yeah, it went from 60 to 180, but on this particular bill, House Bill 4131.

Bills: HB1531, HB2667, HB2809, HB2865, HB3589, HB3151, HB3748, HB3750, HB4419, HB4643, HB3597, HB4129, HB4130, HB4131

Keywords: workplace violence prevention, health and safety code, Chapter 331, facility definition, home and community support services agency, home health agency, home health care, nursing staff, registered nurses, health care workplace safety, hospital, nursing facility, ambulatory surgical center, freestanding emergency medical care facility, mental hospital, Texas health care regulation, provider compliance, occupational safety, senior living, referral agencies

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• to explain her bill.
• to explain her bill.
• to explain her bill.
• to explain the bill.
• House Bill 4643.

Bills: HB1531, HB2667, HB2809, HB2865, HB3589, HB3151, HB3748, HB3750, HB4419, HB4643, HB3597, HB4129, HB4130, HB4131

Keywords: workplace violence prevention, health and safety code, Chapter 331, facility definition, home and community support services agency, home health agency, home health care, nursing staff, registered nurses, health care workplace safety, hospital, nursing facility, ambulatory surgical center, freestanding emergency medical care facility, mental hospital, Texas health care regulation, provider compliance, occupational safety, senior living, referral agencies

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• The chair lays out House Bill 3717, and the chair recognizes Chairman Harris. To explain the bill.
• House Bill 3717 is left pending. Thank you. The chair lays out House Bill 3560.
• The Chair lays out House Bill 2200. I ask Representative Hernandez to explain the bill.
• House Bill 2200 is left pending. Thank you. The chair lays out House Bill 2038.
• House Bill 3800 is left pending. Thank you. The chair lays out House Bill 3801.

Bills: HB 44, HB 2200, HB 1612, HB 2747, HB 2038, HB 3717, HB 1431, HB 3800, HB 3801, HB 3560, HB 3246

Keywords: HB 44, Life of the Mother Act, abortion exceptions, medical emergency, reasonable medical judgment, pregnancy complications, maternal health, life-threatening condition, ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, spontaneous abortion, fetal survival, Texas abortion law, abortion ban, physician liability, health care provider, disciplinary action, aiding and abetting, emergency abortion, obstetric care

Summary: The meeting of the public health committee focused on the pressing issue of opioid addiction in Texas, with a particular emphasis on House Bill 3717. Chairman Harris detailed the bill's intent to fund a grant program for Ibogaine clinical trials, framing it as a critical response to the ongoing opioid crisis. He shared poignant testimonies highlighting the struggles of families and veterans battling addiction and mental health issues. The conversation underscored the necessity of innovative treatments, like Ibogaine, which showed promising results in studies for reducing symptoms of withdrawal and PTSD.

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• I want to say that this bill is really a victim's rights bill.
• Bill 476 and recognize Senator Middleton to explain the bill. Thank you, Mr.
• According to the bill analysis, this bill is. many people are not familiar with this bill.
• Bill 2289. I recognize Senator Miles to explain the bill. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
• This bill is a refile Senate Bill 1970. Senate Bill 1973 from the 88th regular session.

Bills: SB 476, SB 664, SB 745, SB 826, SB 989, SB 1080, SB 1171, SB 1320, SB 1437, SB 1727, SB 1809, SB 2289, SB 2320

Keywords: education, funding, school infrastructure, public schools, teacher support, intoxication manslaughter, criminal penalties, ignition interlock devices, youth offenders, vehicular homicide, Texas courts, judicial officers, associate judge, magistrate, master, referee, hearing officer, court administration, Government Code Chapter 54, Government Code Chapter 54A

Summary: The Senate Committee on Criminal Justice convened to address pressing issues surrounding oil field crime and safety on Texas highways. The meeting was initiated by Chair Flores, who emphasized the need for improved tools to combat repeat offenders having committed intoxicated driving, alongside tackling oil field theft that has escalated due to organized criminal activities. The committee heard public testimonies and engaged with various stakeholders, including law enforcement and industry representatives, who highlighted the complexities and dangers associated with these crimes. Notably, a significant focus was placed on Senate Bill 1320, which aims to establish a dedicated unit within the Department of Public Safety to investigate and address thefts specific to the oil and gas industry. This initiative seeks to strengthen coordination among various law enforcement agencies and improve training for local officers to combat these sophisticated theft operations more effectively.

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• OK. for the bill and I am for the bill.
• I don't know if that's an oversight in the drafting of the bill or intentional.
• his bill.
• House Bill 274 is a simple bill.
• bill.

Bills: HB 14, HB 106, HB 146, HB 267, HB 274, HB 1127, HB 1359, HB 1393, HB 1584, HB 1640, HB 1710, HB 2152, HCR 101, HJR 8, HR 51

Keywords: nuclear energy, advanced reactors, energy security, grant programs, Texas Advanced Nuclear Energy Office, HB 106, oil and gas, Railroad Commission of Texas, overhead electrical lines, electrical distribution system, power line maintenance, administrative penalty, Natural Resources Code, oil and gas lease, well operator, energy safety, utility infrastructure, regulatory compliance, cleanup fund, oil and gas regulation and cleanup fund

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• bill.
• Stick to the bill.
• My name is Dee Chambliss and I am in support of House Bill 833. bill 267.
• This is the fourth legislative session that this bill has been filed. because I drafted the first one
• This bill is piggybacking on Chairman Geeran's bill from last session.

Bills: HB14, HB 106, HB146, HB267, HB274, HB 1127, HB1359, HB1393, HB1584, HB1640, HB1710, HB2152, HCR101, HJR8, HR51

Keywords: nuclear energy, advanced reactors, energy security, grant programs, Texas Advanced Nuclear Energy Office, HB 106, oil and gas, Railroad Commission of Texas, overhead electrical lines, electrical distribution system, power line maintenance, administrative penalty, Natural Resources Code, oil and gas lease, well operator, energy safety, utility infrastructure, regulatory compliance, cleanup fund, oil and gas regulation and cleanup fund

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• House File 1662 is an agency bill.
• The bill as drafted was intended to solve one problem.
• So what does this bill do?
• uh bills are was passed and so bills uh bills are ideas<01:11:15.440> that<01:11:15.560> would
• Now, what this bill does, the new bill, it says classification of data.

Bills: HF1662, HF1224, HF1836, HF1367, HF1168, HF1999, HF1792, HF102, HF2127, HF104

Keywords: veterans, veterans affairs, State Soldiers Assistance Program, Veterans Stable Housing Initiative, MAXIS, human services data, data sharing, eligibility verification, informed consent, private data, benefits coordination, veteran housing, veteran assistance, Department of Human Services, Children Youth and Families, state benefits, federal benefits, privacy, public assistance, foreclosure

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• Most importantly, this bill puts veterans first.
• VA supports the draft external provider scheduling program bill but has concerns with improving the Veteran
• Of the number of bills that are on the agenda, three of them are mine.
• The American Legion supports many of the bills being discussed today having been drafted because of veteran
• The VFW supports the draft bill, VA Claims Act of 2015. 25 as written.

Bills: SB124, SB201, SB275, SB410, SB478, SB607, SB610, SB611, SB654, SB702, SB787, SB831, SB892

Keywords: Department of Veterans Affairs, disciplinary procedures, accountability, personnel actions, whistleblower protection, cancer, military, aircrew, veterans, health study, toxins, morbidity, mortality, service members, mental health, community care, accessibility, treatment programs, substance abuse, appointments

Summary: During the meeting, various members engaged in extensive discussions surrounding 15 proposed bills related to veterans' affairs. Notably, concerns regarding recent VA workforce changes sparked debates, particularly about potential cuts and their implications for veterans' care and benefits. Chairman Moran emphasized the need for thoughtful reforms and coordination with stakeholders, urging responsible measures to prevent negatively impacting service delivery. The meeting highlighted a significant bipartisan effort to enhance veterans' access to essential health services, particularly in light of recent challenges faced by the VA workforce. Senator Blumenthal's assertions about the urgent plight of veterans due to cuts in personnel drew strong reactions, showcasing the deep concern among committee members regarding the current state of veteran services.

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• our budget bill.
• It's an important bill.
• of the bill. Appreciate it. Thank you. of the bill. Appreciate it. Thank you.
• bills.
• the pile as you consider your um bills. the pile as you consider your um bills.

Bills: HF1972, HF229, HF1090, HF1084, HF1307, HF1274, HF1609, HF2110, HF211, HF216, HF222, HF224, HF225, HF203, HF206, HF207, HF208, HF227, HF246, HF427, HF466, HF502, HF680, HF971

Keywords: community center, Breckenridge, capital investment, state bonds, economic development, HF229, North Branch Area Hockey Association, Stacy Ice Arena, Chisago County, general fund appropriation, grant, ice arena, hockey rink, youth sports, recreational facility, community arena, nonprofit, DEED, Department of Employment and Economic Development, local infrastructure

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• The next bill is LB 788. The next bill is LB 788.
• The next bill is LB 913. The next bill is LB 913.
• The next bill is LB 977. The next bill is LB 977.
• The next bill is LB 1256. The next bill is LB 1256.
• The next bill is LB 745. The next bill is LB 745.

Bills: LB737, LB753, LB788, LB913, LB1055, LB1195, LB1216, LB1256, LB429, LB721, LB722, LB727, LB743, LB745, LB749, LB778, LB787, LB365A, LB823, LB900, LB903, LB940, LB954, LB1127, LB1127A, LB1205, LB1240, LR293, LR296, LR422, LR505, LR507

Keywords: LB737, Olmstead, developmental disabilities, disability services, community-based services, integrated settings, DHHS, Department of Health and Human Services, stakeholder advisory committee, independent consultant, public hearing, legislative oversight, disability rights, community integration, housing, employment, education, transportation, community supports, self-advocacy

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• There was a bill I was asked to consider earlier this year that I was told was a very simple bill, a
• one-word bill.
• A simple bill that fundamentally... ...a simple bill that fundamentally alters the statute.
• Otherwise, the past 10 years of bills were either transportation bills or telecommunications bills.
• bills.

Bills: LB737, LB753, LB788, LB913, LB1055, LB1195, LB1216, LB1256, LB429, LB721, LB722, LB727, LB743, LB745, LB749, LB778, LB787, LB365A, LB823, LB900, LB903, LB940, LB954, LB1127, LB1127A, LB1205, LB1240, LR293, LR296, LR422, LR505, LR507

Keywords: LB737, Olmstead, developmental disabilities, disability services, community-based services, integrated settings, DHHS, Department of Health and Human Services, stakeholder advisory committee, independent consultant, public hearing, legislative oversight, disability rights, community integration, housing, employment, education, transportation, community supports, self-advocacy

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• Senate Bill 1975, would you please discuss that bill? Thank you, Chairman and seatmate Lowe.
• Representative Schreiber, you have Senate Bill 1435. Would you please discuss that bill?
• Chairman Caldwell, you have Senate Bill 710, sir? Yes, sir. Please discuss your bill.
• Yes, they have an amendment on this bill. I'd like to accept. We'll accept as a working draft.
• Thank you, but this bill is it's It's another recess bill.

Bills: SB1734, SB1630, SB1894, SB1975, SB1432, SB1437, SB1812, SB346, SB1250, SB710, SB1489, SB2045, SB1614

Keywords: artificial intelligence, AI, schools, public school districts, education technology, edtech, student privacy, FERPA, data privacy, data security, emerging technologies, machine learning, generative AI, classroom technology, instructional technology, teacher oversight, human-in-the-loop, student data, parental consent, opt-out

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• The first bill up today is Representative Kraft's bill, House File 2130.
• All right, the next bill is House File 2124, Representative Hussain's bill. Did I see you?
• The overall bill is a clone of the DHS policy bill that Chair Schumacher is carrying.
• We've got multiple bills.
• All right, the next bill on the agenda is House File 1. This is Vice Chair Feist's bill.

Bills: HF1354, HF1901, HF2124, HF2130, HF2260, HF2099, HF104, HF134, HF1769

Keywords: public safety, school safety, active shooter, active shooter drill, violence prevention, threat reporting, anonymous tip line, See It, Say It, Send It, Minnesota Fusion Center, Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, BCA, officer-involved death, missing person, endangered missing person, criminal background check, national background check, FBI fingerprint check, adult entertainment license, massage license, correctional facilities

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• We have nine bills on the agenda.
• <00:03:56.439> is three or more priors so this bill is three or more priors so this bill is
• The next bill on today's agenda is House File 1901. This is Chair Mohler's bill.
• . okay great so the next bill on today's okay great so the next bill on today's agenda<00:17:39.960><
• 1 through 3 of that bill.

Bills: HF1354, HF1901, HF2124, HF2130, HF2260, HF2099, HF104, HF134, HF1769

Keywords: public safety, school safety, active shooter, active shooter drill, violence prevention, threat reporting, anonymous tip line, See It, Say It, Send It, Minnesota Fusion Center, Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, BCA, officer-involved death, missing person, endangered missing person, criminal background check, national background check, FBI fingerprint check, adult entertainment license, massage license, correctional facilities