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Texas 89th Regular
Senate of the 89th Legislature Apr 10th, 2025 at 10:00 am
Transcript Highlights:
- Senator Birdwell moves suspension of the three-day rule.
- Senator Hancock moves suspension. of the three-day rule.
- Senate Bill 2148, is there objection? Hearing and seeing none, rules are passed. Rules suspended.
- Members, Senator Cook moves suspension of the three-day rule. rule on committee substitute Senate Bill
- I move to suspend the three-day rule. Senator Nichols moves suspension of the three-day rule.
Keywords:
legislation, Senate Joint Resolution 40, Senate Bill 871, constitutional amendment, emergency powers, governor authority, legislative oversight
Summary:
The meeting focused on several crucial pieces of legislation, notably Senate Joint Resolution 40, which proposed a constitutional amendment to clarify the powers of the governor, the legislature, and the Supreme Court during emergencies. Senator Birdwell presented the resolution, emphasizing the need for legislative involvement during prolonged crises. It garnered broad support, passing with 29 votes in favor and only 1 against. Following this, Senate Bill 871, considered the enabling legislation, was also moved for discussion, with the aim of reinforcing the legislature's authority during emergencies while establishing clear guidelines for the governor's powers.