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• We will also update Texas Administrative Code rules.
• codes, the doctor codes, and the hospital codes.
• on to those procedure codes and hospital codes.
• codes were added to Procedure codes or admission codes.
• , the Medicaid codes, and the ERS-T-R-S codes.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• Uh, is that Texas, honey? This is Texas honey. We have time.
• I think this time we have honey to make and it is currently illegal, uh, under Texas law to take Texas
• House Bill 4285 seeks to revise and update portions of the Texas Alcohol Beverage Code to solve logistical
• This bill has come out of conversations with the Texas Distiller Spirits Association, the Texas Wine
• Chapter 1952 of the occupation code states a person may be registered as a code enforcement officer,

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• The Texas Board of Nursing, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, and the Texas Juvenile Justice
• The state of Texas has 11 major installations in the state of Texas.
• What works in the Midwest may not necessarily work in West Texas or South Texas in the valley.
• If we can't grow food in Texas, we can't feed Texas. Regenerative agriculture ensures.
• You know, you hear about Mexico having to pay debt to Texas to South Texas farmers, except the problem

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• Madam Chair, members, Sarah Flox of the California Federation of Labor Unions here in support.
• And codes and requirements for light and also for your mechanical engineering system, so it always depends
• mile we complete brings us closer to a California in which broadband access is determined not by zip code
• But they also operate networks in Texas... ...but they also operate networks in Texas, Florida, I believe
• know, I think eight different companies that bid... but they have a they also operate networks in Texas

Summary: The hearing began with a vote-only agenda and then focused first on San Mateo County’s request to restore in-lieu vehicle license fee (VLF) funding. County officials, city leaders, labor representatives, nonprofits, and public safety advocates argued that the loss of roughly $157 million would force major cuts to homelessness services, housing assistance, mental health programs, libraries, parks, fire and police staffing, and other local services. They described the current formula as outdated and unfair, tied to school funding and basic-aid dynamics that no longer work for San Mateo County, and urged both an immediate budget restoration and a permanent legislative fix. The Department of Finance said the payments are discretionary, not statutorily required, and noted the administration does not view the expenditure as sustainable in the current fiscal climate. Committee members expressed sympathy, questioned the formula, and said they would keep the issue under consideration; the committee later voted to move the two vote-only items on the agenda. The committee then received an update from the Department of General Services on state property redevelopment, including the Hillcrest DMV site in San Diego, the Fell Street DMV site in San Francisco, and other state-owned properties. DGS explained that Hillcrest is not currently an active project, while the Fell Street project shifted from an integrated DMV-housing plan to a more feasible relocation of the DMV into leased commercial space, with a budget change proposal pending. Members pressed DGS on the slow pace of redevelopment, the potential for housing on state sites, and the costs and feasibility of adaptive reuse. DGS said many state buildings are aging and that adaptive reuse depends heavily on building design, floorplate depth, light, and risk from unknown conditions behind walls. The Government Operations portion then turned to the California Education Learning Lab, which supports intersegmental higher education innovation grants. The Lab asked for permanent restoration of $4 million in ongoing funding and a move of its home agency from the Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation to GovOps, along with technical trailer bill changes. Supporters said the program has funded more than 120 projects reaching thousands of faculty and hundreds of thousands of students, including work on generative AI in higher education. The Legislative Analyst’s Office recommended rejecting the restoration and continuing the wind-down, citing the state’s projected deficit and suggesting the California Education Interagency Council could pursue non-state-funded grant opportunities instead. The committee held the item open. Finally, GovOps presented the new California Education Interagency Council staffing request, seeking four ongoing positions to support the council, with funding already included in last year’s budget. The department said the governor has appointed Debbie Cochran as executive officer and that the remaining positions are being recruited. Finance and LAO had no objections, and the committee began questions about how the council will be staffed and organized.

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• production or shut their doors, and my area is one of them, because they simply cannot secure the labor
• You know, the labor force is vital to the economic engine. Totally.
• You know, the labor force is vital to the economic engine. Totally.
• And so this is a supplementary labor force. And the downstream economic impact is substantial.
• They don't have enough labor to install the plants or the trees. So it's reciprocal.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Forestry, and Rural Development met on May 12, 2026, approved the April 28 minutes, and heard extensive testimony on House Concurrent Resolution 77, which urges federal action to address labor shortages affecting Louisiana’s crawfish industry and other seasonal employers. Representative Butler, Commissioner Strain, industry representatives, landscapers, nursery operators, and Farm Bureau supporters argued that H-2A/H-2B visa limits and processing delays are hurting crawfish processors, landscapers, nurseries, and related businesses, causing lost production, higher costs, and broader economic harm. Members emphasized that the workers discussed are legal guest workers, not illegal immigration, and several senators voiced support. HCR 77 was reported favorably, with a motion to co-author also noted. The committee then considered House Bill 81 on property rights and accountability for violations. Representative Boyer presented the bill, but Senator Long asked that it be voluntarily deferred so he could work on possible amendments and improve the measure before it advances. The author agreed, and the bill was deferred. The committee also heard and acted on several bills related to agricultural policy and food systems. House Bill 512, concerning cell-cultured meat, was presented as a measure to protect livestock producers and allow continued research while prohibiting the product; after questions about research and labeling, it was reported favorably. House Bill 717, a labeling companion measure for cell-cultured meat, was also reported favorably. House Bill 1194, which would direct the LSU AgCenter to study food deserts and develop a plan, drew concern from the AgCenter over capacity and funding; members agreed to report it without action so it could be recommitted to finance and worked on further. Finally, House Bill 663, revising the membership of the Delta Economic Research and Sustainability District board, was presented on behalf of the absent author and reported favorably. The committee then adjourned.

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• I I did not in modeled off of Texas.
• > legislature<01:40:22.719> had just what the Texas legislature had just what the Texas
• Um I would Texas took on this issue.
• > county reference zip codes with in each county reference zip codes with in each county that<
• and service code.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Chair Davids, would you like to move the amendment coded A25-0075? So moved, Chair Norris.
• Next, we will move the author's amendment coded A25-0075, A1.
• Chair Davids, would you like to move the amendment coded A1?
• recent survey found that parents spend more than $20,000 during the baby's first year, not including labor
• But then you've got Texas and Georgia at 50% and 75%.

Bills: HF2730, HF2257, HF2768, HF1932, HF2437

Keywords: local government debt, municipal bonds, county bonds, capital improvements, public financing, bond issuance, public hearing, notice period, bond guarantee, Minnesota Public Facilities Authority, volume cap, private activity bonds, housing finance, residential rental bonds, LIHTC, low-income housing tax credits, redevelopment, courthouse financing, jail financing, law enforcement center

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• David Bullock on behalf of the Committee to Repeal Education Code 221. 0.5 F. Thank you.
• David Bullock, Committee to repeal Education Code 221.5 F, in opposition.
• The motion is due pass as amended to Labor and Employment Committee. Mayor Succi. Aye.
• The legislature has consistently ensured that labor protections exist.
• The motion is do pass as amended to Labor and Employment. Hoover? Aye. Lowenthal.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• ,<00:25:58.480> and the health, employment, labor, and the health, employment, labor, and
• what purposes a gentleman from Texas what purposes a gentleman from Texas seek<02:00:16.719>
• from Texas is recognized for one minute. from Texas is recognized for one minute.
• in the Texas 8th Congressional District. in the Texas 8th Congressional District.
• 3rd, 2025, the gentleman from Texas, Mr. 3rd, 2025, the gentleman from Texas, Mr.

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• overstated um other states Texas overstated um other states Texas Connecticut<01:07:50.559> Maryland
• uh they had an existing uh labor uh they had an existing uh labor contract<01:40:19.280> with
• The tax code is actually the most inefficient way to measure results.
• The tax code is actually the most inefficient way to measure results.
• The tax code is a system of levers that you push and pull.

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• HB 2324, Fire Code, Municipality, County Buildings.
• and vitality of our community through leadership and public service, education, business, science, labor
• He was currently living in Texas, seeking asylum in our country, when he was detained by ICE as he awaited

Keywords: 1182, all

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, recognized guests including the doctor of the day, visiting family members, and representatives from the Arizona Chapter of the American College of Surgeons demonstrating Stop the Bleed techniques. Members also acknowledged a St. Patrick’s Day visit by the Speaker of the Irish Parliament and adopted a proclamation honoring Irish heritage and the Arizona-Ireland relationship. In Committee of the Whole, senators considered and advanced several bills. SB 1046, relating to information technology, was amended and given a do-pass recommendation. SB 1066, concerning civil liability and fraudulent scientific research, was amended with a floor amendment limiting liability for certain researchers, universities, and registered drug manufacturers, then advanced. SB 1332, relating to light rail expansion participation, was amended after debate over transit policy and state versus local control, and also received a do-pass recommendation. SB 1286, on veterinary prescriptions, was amended to adjust electronic prescribing timeframes for flea/tick and antimicrobial drugs and then advanced. On third reading, the Senate passed SB 1009 on school curriculum and AED training, SB 1086 on the Arizona health care cost and payment system, SB 1317 appropriating money to the Attorney General for a coordinated jail reentry program, SB 1580 appropriating money to the Department of Administration, SB 1582 funding school safety, SB 1709 on probation for dangerous crimes against children, SB 1550 appropriating money to the state treasurer, SB 1761 appropriating money to the University of Arizona, SB 1046, and SB 1286. Several members explained votes, including support for reentry programming and school safety, and opposition based on concerns about funding sources, judicial discretion, or program effectiveness. The House requested reconsideration of HB 4027 and HB 2444, and the Senate then recessed, received a list of bills for first reading and committee referral, announced committee meetings for the next day, and adjourned until March 17, 2026.

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• We also understand that the edging code, education code is complex, a lot of moving parts.
• Over the past 3 years, Texas AFT has surveyed and Texas teachers has surveyed Texas teachers and school
• House, members of the Texas Senate.
• There is an exception though, and that's in the, I believe it's in the Texas Family code.
• School counselors are required by section 33.005 of the Texas Education Code to carry out a comprehensive

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• prediction, response, and recovery. supporting local adoption of fire-resistant building methods, codes
• So I would just say to the Chairman and to the Chairman, the Secretary of Agriculture who's from Texas
• coordinate all of the stakeholders and resources, support land use planning, adoption of building codes
• going to create some kind of management funding or whatever, and we're going to apply that towards labor

Bills: HB471

Keywords: forest management, wildfire prevention, public lands, Tribal jurisdiction, Fix Our Forests Act, wildfire, forest health, hazardous fuels reduction, fuels treatment, prescribed burning, mechanical thinning, mastication, fuel breaks, fire breaks, wildland-urban interface, WUI, fireshed, fireshed management area, fireshed registry, Fireshed Center

Summary: The meeting primarily focused on H.R. 471, the Fix Our Forests Act, which aims to address the ongoing crisis of wildfires exacerbated by climate change and the need for updated forest management practices. Various committee members voiced concerns about past federal management failures and emphasized the necessity for collaborative approaches involving local communities and stakeholders in forest management. As discussions unfolded, there were varying perspectives on the implications of certain provisions in the bill, particularly around regulatory changes and their likely impacts on public participation and environmental reviews.

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• As you know, the Business and Organization code governs the creation and operation of the Texas corporations
• drafted the groundbreaking Texas Business Organizations code.
• I'm also with TBLF and sit on the Texas Business Organization's Codes Committee of the State Bar of Texas
• So I have this under Texas Penal Code 33.07 online impersonation is criminalized when performed without
• Members, uh, the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code protects the citizens' First Amendment rights

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• According to a Texas A&M study conducted in 2023, more than 32,000 jobs are supported by Texas by this
• and Arizona by far more Texas than anywhere.
• So, uh, both Texas, both Texas US senators, As well as many other in the Texas US congressional delegates
• We're here to actually help you keep our Texas budget strong.
• Taiwan is not just a global partner, it's a trusted Texas ally.

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• This language came to me by the Texas Association of Counties in collaboration with the Texas Association
• Um, current Texas election code 61.014 has not been updated since 2007 and technology and people's use
• You're here representing the Texas Association of, don't worry, your time's not out, Texas Association
• Uh, under Section 16.033 of the Texas Election Code, if a person responds to a jury summons to say that
• This legislation amends the Texas election code to prohibit candidates from filing applications for a

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• She has a daughter in Texas and a son in California.
• But I bet it's better than Texas.
• U.S. labor law was never written with home care workers in mind.
• So first, the bill defines a labor peace agreement.
• peace agreement with any labor organization that seeks to represent its employees.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several aging-related bills, with most speakers focusing on housing stability, home-based services, and care transitions. Representative Badger and a commissioner testified in support of H4039, which would create a universal breakfast and lunch program at senior centers funded through a new Senior Breakfast and Lunch Fund, arguing it would reduce food insecurity and social isolation among older adults. Representative Lipper-Garabedian and multiple providers then supported H780/S495, the hospital-to-home partnership program, describing how embedded aging-services liaisons help older patients transition safely from hospitals to home, reduce readmissions, and avoid nursing facility placement; witnesses from Mystic Valley Elder Services and Mass Aging Access cited pilot results, including hundreds of patients served and examples of substantial cost savings and successful discharge planning. The committee also took testimony on S478, which would require continuing care retirement communities to disclose entrance-fee refund policies more clearly at enrollment. Senator Lovely and LeadingAge Massachusetts said the bill would improve transparency for residents and families, while a consumer witness said her family experienced delays and confusion in getting a refund after her mother left a CCRC. Members noted the issue is also being examined by a special commission on CCRCs. A large portion of the hearing focused on S475, a statewide bridge subsidy program for older adults facing housing instability. Advocates from the Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless, Western Massachusetts, Somerville, Northampton, East Hampton, Old Colony Elder Services, and Somerville’s Office of Housing Stability described rising senior homelessness, long waitlists for subsidized housing, and cases where short-term rental assistance kept older adults housed while they waited for permanent housing. Somerville witnesses said the pilot program helped nine households remain housed and that some participants have since moved into permanent housing. Members asked about wait times, program design, and how to prioritize applicants; witnesses emphasized flexibility, emergency risk, and the need for a statewide expansion. The hearing also included testimony on S465, an ALS bill that would expand home care access regardless of age and bar the use of quality-adjusted life-year metrics in coverage decisions, with the sponsor and ALS Association arguing the measure would reduce discriminatory treatment and better center patient care. No votes were taken during the hearing.

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• The Texas miracle is clear.
• For instance, Texas tax code, uh, 151.309 exempts political subdivisions from paying sales taxes.
• And elsewhere across the state of Texas, HB 2723 seeks to rectify this code discrepancy by amending section
• So, I represent Corpus Christi, Texas. We are an economic driver for the state of Texas.
• HB 3684 seeks to amend sections 171. 0113A and 171.1011 of the Texas tax code to exclude certain securities

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• at the South Texas Project.
• code.
• Just to edify us here, sections 45U, 45Y, and 45E, the eternal revenue code, not known in the tax code
• And any cosmetologist using the compact to provide services in Texas must abide by Texas' scope of practice
• HB 3516 would amend the Texas Government Code to include these employees and communications at the Railroad

Summary: The Senate Committee on Business and Commerce met with a quorum and took up a long list of pending House bills, most of them on motions by Senator King or Senator Campbell. The committee adopted committee substitutes and favorably reported numerous bills, including HB 252, HB 700, HB 1500, HB 1545, HB 1562, HB 1732, HB 267, HB 2213, HB 2221, HB 2520, HB 2818, HB 3016, HB 3214, HB 3250, HB 3512, HB 3623, HB 3689, HB 3833, HB 4063, HB 4395, HB 4690, HB 4751, HB 5331, HB 3824, HB 4464, HB 4468, and HB 5247. Most of these were sent to the local and uncontested calendar, while some, including sunset and other significant measures, were reported to the full Senate. HB 146 was the only bill reported out on a divided vote, passing 6 ayes to 4 nays. Several bills received brief explanation of committee substitute changes. HB 3016, dealing with rental car collision damage waivers and stolen vehicles, was amended to change a cooperation standard from “fully cooperate” to simply “cooperate.” HB 3689, a major ESF/TWA financing bill, was described as making technical changes to align terminology with the Comptroller’s authority and to avoid creating state debt or new liability. HB 5247, a capital cost recovery bill for transmission in the Permian Basin, was revised to clarify how the new mechanism fits with existing Utilities Code provisions and to add a 2035 expiration date. HB 3824, the battery fire safety bill, also received technical changes to align terminology with industry usage. The committee heard public testimony on several pending measures. HB 3069, which would direct the PUC to develop supplemental multi-decade planning criteria for transmission certificates in ERCOT, drew support from industry, environmental, and manufacturing witnesses who said it would help address congestion costs while balancing consumer protections; the bill was left pending. HB 5196, requiring state agencies to adopt and post telework policies and use written telework agreements, received both support and concern: supporters said it would preserve productivity and retention, while a senator raised concerns about notice and family logistics; it was left pending after testimony. HB 3112, allowing closed deliberations on cybersecurity policy details, was laid out and left pending after brief discussion. HCR 102, supporting federal nuclear tax credits, drew testimony from nuclear industry and energy advocates, who argued the credits are essential for existing plants, new nuclear development, grid reliability, and U.S. competitiveness; the resolution was left pending, with discussion about whether the language should focus more exclusively on nuclear. HB 705, creating a cosmetology licensure compact, was supported by industry, employers, and compact experts as a mobility tool that preserves state authority; HB 3516, expanding a public information exemption for Railroad Commission administrative law judges and technical examiners, and HB 3388, authorizing group property and casualty coverage for personal lines, were also heard and left pending. At the end of the meeting, the committee recessed subject to the call of the chair.

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• The state of Texas is...
• They happen from North Texas to South Texas.
• busts across North Texas.
• The Texas Penal Code on non-livestock animal cruelty states that a person commits an offense if the person
• Penal Code section 6.03.

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