Video & Transcript Research : 'Joint Legislative Budget Committee'
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TX
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- budget.
- I'd like to thank the committee and the Legislative Budget Board for this opportunity to provide testimony
- For the record, Thomas Galvan with the Legislative Budget Board, starting on page one of the packet.
- Legislative Budget Board. I'll be presenting the summary of recommendations for Article 9.
- and potential legislation.
TX
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- So I'd like to begin by thanking the committee for the funding allocated in TxDOT's budget as it already
- Those include the Freight Advisory Committee and the Border Trade Advisory Committee.
- Which is a legislatively established committee that is includes representations from the Port of Houston
- Entry, our Border Trade Advisory Committee. and our Freight Advisory Committee.
- A budget to align budget authority with 2627 funding recommendations and then Rider 33.
TX
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- from the 2015 budget.
- and legislative appropriations request.
- Mark Wiles, Legislative Budget Board.
- That's legislative session, correct.
- Then it kicked up to over 500 million, 500 to 550 last budget. 550 last budget, of which they're still
TX
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- I'm AJ with the legislative budget board.
- And with me is Elizabeth Cofuentes-Coke, senior budget advisor to the Texas Committee on Environmental
- Budget Board.
- In these dams in the current budget, the base budget, we. I thought we did. How much did we?
- Item two, budget structure changes.
TX
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- Good morning, my name is Maggie Jebsen with the Legislative Budget Board.
- In the LBB's Summary of Legislative Budget... ...estimates. What is that document used for?
- On page 60 of the Summary of Legislative Budget Estimates. Do you have it there by chance?
- Emily Navarrete with the Legislative Budget Board.
- We have a committee that's a standing committee on. On compensation and budget.
TX
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- I'm Chloe Powers with the Legislative Budget Board, and I will be discussing the... eight A&M service
- With the Legislative Budget Board.
- Again, I'm Chloe Powers with the Legislative Budget Board.
- Legislative session.
- Senate Finance Committee for the opportunity to be here today to present the legislative appropriations
TX
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- I've got a UT graduate behind me, staffing the committee. That's my legislative director.
- Legislative session.
- So those are two immediate things that are already in the legislative budget priorities.
- I'm with the Legislative Budget Board. I'll be presenting recommendations for the...
- Landbolding Legislative Budget Board will be presenting on the 2-0.
TX
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- **Andrew Overmyer:** Legislative Budget. Thank you. I will be working off the HEGI packet.
- Andrew Overmyer, Legislative Budget Board.
- My name is **Collin Brock** with the Legislative Budget Board.
- My name is **Brad Kane** with the Legislative Budget Board, and I will be presenting the summary of budget
- **Julie (Lindsay, Legislative Budget Board).** We do still track all of the behavioral health funding
TX
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- Thank you, senators and members of this committee.
- The finance committee will stand recess.
- So I ask for the following reform measures from this committee and the entire legislative body to provide
- I would like to comment today on HHSC's budget.
- It with the committee and the chairwoman.
TX
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- Senate Committee on Finance will come to order.
- Thank you, committee. This is a great base budget.
- Good afternoon, committee.
- We urge the Senate Finance Committee to prioritize fighting tobacco use in the budget by increasing DSHS
- version of the Senate budget.
TX
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- To that end the legislative budget board surveyed agencies this fall on the remote work policy at my
- I am Julie Lindsay with the Legislative Budget Board, and as the Chair mentioned, today I'll be going
- My name is Eric Schroeder, Legislative Budget Board. With me is Lyle Blanco.
- Thank you chair and committee.
- Thank you, my name is Amit Patel, Legislative Budget Board.
TX
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- I am KJ Curtis with the Legislative Budget Board, and at first, we'll talk about the...
- **Julie Lindsey**: I'm **Julie Lindsey** with the Legislative Budget Board.
- My name is **Charlie Smith**, and I am with the Legislative Budget Board.
- Thank you also to committee staff, the Legislative Budget Board, and the governor's office for working
- Again, Charlie Smith, Legislative Budget Board.
TX
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- I'm John Posey, I'm with the Legislative Budget Board, and I will be presenting recommendations for the
- John Posey again with the Legislative Budget Board, and this time, I'm presenting recommendations for
- John Posey again with the Legislative Budget Board.
- John Posey again with the Legislative Budget Board, and this time I'm presenting recommendations for
- I'm Charles Smith, Legislative Budget Board.
TX
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- Good morning, Madam Chair, members of the committee. I'm Charlie Smith, Legislative Budget Board.
- Good morning, Madam Chair, members of the committee. I'm Charlie Smith, Legislative Budget Board.
- I’m here for the discussion of our budget request.
- And it's just getting to be a larger chunk of the budget every year.
- Because I saw a mention of it in your budget.
ND
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- or actions in the next legislative session.
- Legislative management will report its findings, recommendations, and needed legislation.
- Legislative Management will report its findings, recommendations, and needed legislation arising from
- this study to the 70th Legislative Assembly.
- committee work looks at.
Bills:
HCR3028
Keywords:
human trafficking, victim services, re-entry programs, legislative study, public safety, mental health, law enforcement, 908, all
Summary:
The Judiciary Committee heard and acted on several measures related to human trafficking, criminal procedure, and child protection. It first took up House Concurrent Resolution 3028, which would direct a legislative study of human trafficking victim services and re-entry programs. The sponsor and supporters emphasized helping victims rebuild basic life and workforce skills and better understanding existing services; YouthWorks and the North Dakota Catholic Conference described current programs and the trauma victims face. The committee discussed overlap with other interim studies, then voted unanimously to give the resolution a due pass, with Senator Braunberger designated to carry it.
The committee then considered House Bill 1263, concerning sealing criminal records, and moved it forward without changing the House version after members noted the House had removed presumption language and reduced the waiting period. That bill also received a due pass recommendation. Next, House Bill 1226, which revises the state’s mask law for public places, drew testimony from the sponsor and an expert witness who argued that masking to conceal identity during group criminal conduct undermines public safety and law enforcement. Members debated the House-added requirement that law enforcement request unmasking; the committee adopted an amendment to remove that language, then passed the bill as amended, with Senator Luick to carry it.
Finally, the committee heard House Bill 1410, a study resolution on criminal conduct against children, including child sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect, and the use of artificial intelligence in exploitation crimes. Supporters from the Child Sexual Assault Prevention Task Force, YouthWorks, and the Children’s Advocacy Centers of North Dakota said the study would help update outdated terminology, review AI-related issues, and improve investigation and prosecution tools. The committee approved the resolution with a due pass recommendation, and Senator Cory was assigned to carry it. The committee also received a brief report that, in a quick review, there were 82 active studies introduced, including 10 shall studies and 35 shall-consider studies, with limited overlap identified beyond the trafficking-related measures.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Sunset Advisory Commission Jan 15th, 2025 at 08:01 am
Transcript Highlights:
- brief status report on the implementation of the Sunset recommendations passed during the 88th legislation
- This new recommendation would suggest that the House Appropriations and Senate Finance Committees consider
- The Sunset Compliance Report assessed recommendations from the previous legislative session, impacting
- We now have a large body of work to support throughout the [89th legislative session](link from function
- We now have a large body of work to support throughout the [89th legislative session](link from function
Keywords:
Sunset Advisory Commission, Texas Ethics Commission, recommendations, Angelina River Authority, Natchez Valley Authority, public testimony, legislative session
Summary:
The meeting of the Sunset Advisory Commission served as a concluding assembly for the current biennium, where various agencies were reviewed. Notably, the Commission focused on staff recommendations and modifications regarding the Angelina and Natchez River Authority, Lower Natchez Valley Authority, and Texas Ethics Commission. After discussing various modifications, the members voted unanimously on multiple recommendations aimed at improving operational efficiency and accountability within these agencies. The Chair emphasized the collaborative effort of the Commission members and staff, acknowledging their hard work throughout the biennium.
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 27th, 2025
Texas House Floor Meeting
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- or the State Democratic Executive Committee and exercises influence over a member on a pending legislative
- It comes from state legislators.
- That is legislative malpractice.
- for placing it on his call in this special second session and the joint authors, all the joint authors
- Darby moves to excuse those members on this legislative day who were excused on the previous legislative
Keywords:
ivermectin, pharmacist authority, prescription-free, healthcare regulation, patient access, HB 48, Texas alert notification systems, emergency alerts, public warning systems, alert fatigue, notification fatigue, Texas Division of Emergency Management, Department of Public Safety, DPS alerts, emergency management, State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry, STEAR, disaster notifications, weather alerts, Amber Alert
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
House Elections Finance and Government Operations Committee 3/3/25
Elections Finance and Government Operations
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Keywords:
natural gas, gas hookups, residential construction, energy policy, local control, state preemption, municipal regulation, county ordinance, electrification, climate policy, housing development, building codes, energy source, utility infrastructure, Minnesota Statutes chapter 326B, propane, utility service, building permits, local government, energy choice
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- I know we all met last week in an exciting joint committee, but as this is the first regular House Ways
- My name's Representative Justin Olson, Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, and I represent Legislative
- Chairman and members of the committee.
- Chairman, members of the committee.
- Chairman, members of the committee.
Keywords:
tax penalties, filing, tax returns, administration, Arizona Revised Statutes, agricultural property, classification, county assessor, property inspection, appeal process, property tax, agricultural classification, Department of Revenue, property valuation, inspection notice, inspection report, on-site inspection, full cash value, rural land, farm land
Summary:
The committee began with member, staff, and page introductions, then heard reminders about public testimony limits. It first considered House Bill 2016, which would eliminate late-filing penalties when a tax return shows zero tax due. The sponsor argued the bill would prevent unnecessary fines on small businesses and individuals with no liability, while staff noted any fiscal impact would likely be minimal. The bill passed on an 8-1 vote, with one member opposing it on the grounds that current waiver procedures already exist and the change could weaken compliance incentives.
The committee then took up House Bill 2104, which would bar county assessors from reclassifying agricultural property for four years after an owner prevails on appeal, unless there is a change in use, ownership, or parcel configuration. The sponsor and agricultural groups said the measure would reduce repetitive annual appeals and provide stability for ranchers and farmers, especially in urbanizing areas and in places affected by fallowing. County assessors opposed the bill, arguing that their offices are better qualified than the State Board of Equalization, that the bill could allow inaccurate classifications to persist, and that it relies too heavily on owners to report changes. After extensive testimony from the Maricopa County Assessor and the State Board of Equalization executive director, the committee approved the bill 5-4.
Next, House Bill 2105 was heard. It would require advance notice of certain property inspections and provide inspection reports to property owners. The sponsor said the goal was to give owners a chance to be present for inspections and to receive the reasons for any denial of agricultural status. Assessors opposed the bill as an unfunded mandate and said they already communicate with owners through mail, door hangers, and other methods, but that a standardized report form does not currently exist. Supporters from the farm and ranch community said the bill would improve transparency and help avoid disputes. The committee passed the bill 5-4.
Finally, the committee heard House Bill 2289, which updates truth-in-taxation and election pamphlet language to reflect higher residential property values, including a new $400,000 example. The sponsor and the Arizona Tax Research Association said the changes would make taxpayer notices more accurate and noted the bill was similar to one that had previously advanced, but without a provision that contributed to a veto. No vote was taken on this bill in the portion provided.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- The Committee on Fiscal Policy will now come to order. Michelle, please call the roll.
- Good morning, Chair, members of the committee. I'm Beth Alvey.
- Does any Senator wish to be recorded as voting on bills today before this committee?
- Is there any other business for the committee? Senator Rodriguez moves. We adjourned.
- Is there any other business for the committee? Senator Rodriguez moves. We adjourned.
Keywords:
agriculture, landscape equipment, gasoline-powered, ecologically significant parcels, local government regulations, educational efficiency, public schools, district school boards, budget transparency, school accountability, instructional personnel
Summary:
The Committee on Fiscal Policy met and first took up CS for SB 290, a broad Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services bill. The committee adopted a strike-all amendment that, among other things, set density requirements for certain small municipalities, delayed biosolids-related changes from July 1, 2026, to July 1, 2028, required higher insurance coverage for fumigation businesses, increased fines for fumigation violations, extended the time contractors have to pay subcontractors and suppliers from 15 to 30 business days, preempted certain county agritourism permitting ordinances, and renamed the Bonifay Forestry Station. Senators raised concerns about local government preemption, the biosolids timeline, and especially the new felony penalty for nonpayment of subcontractors and suppliers. Audubon Florida testified in opposition to the state lands and biosolids provisions, while several agricultural and industry groups waived in support. The bill was reported favorably after debate, with Senator Bracy Davis voting no and Senator Jones expressing concern about the contractor penalty.
The committee then heard SB 320 on administrative efficiency in public schools. The bill would reduce district-level requirements across assessments, personnel, facilities, budgeting, and early learning administration; expand teacher apprenticeship pathways; create longer instructional contracts and renewable professional certificates; simplify testing and evaluation rules; increase flexibility for Title I and discretionary capital funding; and streamline facility planning and architectural requirements. School district and education association representatives waived in support. Senators Osgood and others praised the deregulation and flexibility, while Senator Bracy Davis asked about remedies if charter schools fail to respond directly to Department of Education expenditure questions. The sponsor said the bill is intended to reduce administrative burden while preserving accountability. SB 320 was reported favorably by roll call vote. The committee then adjourned.