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Texas 89th Regular
Fallen Heroes Memorial Ceremony May 24th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- May God bless the great state of Texas and the United States of America.
- I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible.
- Now, therefore, be it resolved that the 89th legislature of the state of Texas hereby pay tribute to
- I want to thank you for helping Texas become really one of the great states for veterans to come and
- And seeks to make sure that the state of Texas treats them as they should be treated, honors them as
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Sunset Advisory Commission Jan 15th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- , and the Texas Ethics Commission.
- We will also Trinity River Authority of Texas and the Texas Ethics Commission.
- The next agency we are voting on is the Texas Ethics Commission.
- This modification For the Texas Ethics Commission. Excuse me.
- of Texas.
Summary:
The Sunset Advisory Commission met for its final meeting of the biennium, established a quorum, and approved the December 11, 2024 meeting minutes. Members then voted on staff recommendations for several agencies, including the Angelina and Nettie River Authority, Lower Nettie Valley Authority, and Trinity River Authority of Texas, adopting all recommendations without objection. For the Texas Ethics Commission, the Commission adopted staff recommendations, including two modifications to recommendation 1.2: one to exempt lobby compensation thresholds from inflation adjustments and revert them to statutory levels, and another to round inflation-adjusted amounts to practical increments.
The Commission also adopted eight new Texas Ethics Commission recommendations. These addressed late filing penalties, including limiting accrual for eight-day reports through election day, excluding the first post-election semiannual report from daily penalties, waiving penalties when notice cannot be shown, reviewing the definition of substantial compliance for corrected reports, reviewing the definition of principal purpose to reduce unnecessary campaign finance reporting burdens, improving public access to delinquent penalty information on the TEC website, and expanding training and plain-language guidance on lobbying and filing requirements. The Commission also adopted two previously omitted Texas Department of Criminal Justice recommendations, 6.5 and 6.6.
By recorded vote, the Commission unanimously forwarded all recommendations adopted during the biennium to the 89th Legislature, with nine ayes. Sunset staff then reported on implementation of 2023 Sunset recommendations, stating that the State Auditor found 89% of selected management actions fully implemented and that Sunset staff found 68% of 163 statutory and related changes fully implemented, with most remaining items in progress or partially implemented. The Commission also briefly noted receipt of a Texas Lottery Commission evaluation concerning executive leadership and potential regulation of lottery ticket courier companies, but no further action was taken on that item. The meeting concluded with closing remarks and a motion to recess subject to the call of the chair.
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
Sunset Advisory Commission Jan 15th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- , and the Texas Ethics Commission.
- We will also Trinity River Authority of Texas and the Texas Ethics Commission.
- The next agency we are voting on is the Texas Ethics Commission.
- This modification For the Texas Ethics Commission. Excuse me.
- of Texas.
Summary:
The Sunset Advisory Commission met for its final meeting of the biennium, established a quorum, and approved the December 11, 2024 minutes. Members then voted on staff recommendations for several agencies, including the Angelina and Netties River Authority, Lower Netties Valley Authority, and Trinity River Authority of Texas, adopting all recommendations for those entities without modification.
The Texas Ethics Commission received the most discussion. Members adopted a modified recommendation to exempt lobby compensation thresholds from inflation adjustments and another modification to round inflation-adjusted amounts. The Commission also adopted a series of new recommendations addressing TEC customer service staffing, late filing penalties, post-election reporting penalties, waiver of penalties when notice cannot be produced, review of the substantial compliance standard for corrected reports, review of the definition of principal purpose for campaign finance reporting, more prominent public posting of delinquent penalties, and clearer training and guidance on lobbying registration and filing requirements. The Commission also adopted two previously omitted Texas Department of Criminal Justice recommendations, 6.5 and 6.6.
The Commission then took its required final record vote to forward all recommendations adopted during the biennium to the 89th Legislature; the motion passed with nine ayes. Sunset staff provided a status update on implementation of 2023 Sunset recommendations, reporting that the State Auditor found 89% of selected management actions fully implemented and that Sunset staff found 68% of 163 statutory and related changes fully implemented, with the remainder mostly in progress. The meeting also noted the recently completed evaluation of the Texas Lottery Commission and ended with closing remarks from the chair and vice chair before the Commission recessed.
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Transcript Highlights:
- The United States, of course, leads, Mr.
- Chairman, the world in LNG exports, with Texas serving as the top state in that category.
- And as a direct result of that, Texas created an interim committee on protecting Texas liquefied natural
- The need for Texas and the other Gulf states to safeguard and promote LNG industry.
- The need for Texas and the other Gulf states to safeguard and promote LNG exports is incredibly important
Committee:
Senate Natural Resources
Keywords:
pipeline, construction, cash bond, county authority, local government, injection wells, environmental regulation, water quality, site inspection, geoscientist, satellite imagery, interstate compact, liquefied natural gas, energy resources, Gulf Coast, regulatory coordination, HB 2970, Gulf Coast Protection District, Special District Local Laws Code, governor appointment
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Natural Resources met with a quorum initially lacking, then took up several bills and heard brief testimony. HB 206, by Rep. Craddick, would prohibit counties from requiring cash bonds as a condition for pipeline construction approvals, while still allowing other forms of financial assurance; the sponsor and a Target Pipeline witness said cash-bond mandates create unnecessary costs and uncertainty, and the bill was left pending. HB 2890, by Rep. Patterson, would create an interstate compact among Gulf Coast states to coordinate and support the liquefied natural gas industry; the sponsor emphasized LNG’s economic importance and said the bill mirrors prior compact language that does not require congressional approval, and it was left pending after no public testimony. HB 1238, by Rep. Geren, would let TCEQ use third-party inspection reports and remote technology when reviewing proposed Class I injection wells; the sponsor and a uranium industry witness said it would streamline regulation and support industry, and it was left pending. HB 2970, by Rep. Paul, the House version of SB 410, would require the Gulf Coast Protection District’s final gate design to accommodate two-way vessel traffic and allow the governor to appoint the district’s presiding officer; the committee substitute was explained and the bill was left pending. With members scattered in other committees, the chair said the committee would recess and later reconvene to vote and complete its work.
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- of Texas.
- In the State of Texas, outside of **Dallas** and **Houston**, the only State agency responding to new
- of Texas.
- of Texas.
- It is only Texas. Other states can't afford it, and the federal government often won't do it.
Bills:
SB 1
Committee:
Senate Finance
Keywords:
campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards, Attorney General, budget recommendations, funding swaps, salary increases, Landowner's Compensation Program, public testimony, law enforcement
Summary:
The meeting focused on the budget recommendations for the Office of the Attorney General (OAG), where key issues included the proposed decrease of $163.9 million for the 2024-25 biennium and various methodology swaps for funding. Attorney General Paxton discussed ongoing litigation expenditures and emphasized the need for continued investments in agency staffing to address rising demands within law enforcement. Notably, he requested a 6% salary increase for 2026 and 2027 to retain talented personnel amidst competitive job markets. Public testimony highlighted community awareness challenges regarding the Landowner's Compensation Program, indicating a need for enhanced outreach efforts.
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- that Texas has created.
- The Texas chapter has approximately 1200 members, and Texas music supports over 200,000 jobs across the
- state.
- But fully understanding that Texas wants to enact these protections at the state level, we provided feedback
- Um, I think this, this committee has done really, really important, good work for the state of Texas.
Committee:
House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, November 17, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Presented at the Pennsylvania FFA State Convention, the award honors teachers in the state of Pennsylvania
- Presented at the Pennsylvania FFA State Convention, the award honors teachers in the state of Pennsylvania
- Presented at the Pennsylvania FFA State Convention, the award honors teachers in the state of Pennsylvania
- Roy: I thank my friend from Texas.
- THE GREAT STATE OF TEXAS. TO HONOR THE LIVES LOST AND THE PERSEVERANCE OF THE SURVIVORS.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- , and the Texas Ethics Commission.
- We will also Trinity River Authority of Texas and the Texas Ethics Commission.
- The next agency we are voting on is the Texas Ethics Commission.
- This modification for the Texas Ethics Commission. Excuse me.
- of Texas.
Summary:
The Sunset Advisory Commission met for its final meeting of the biennium, established a quorum, approved the December 11, 2024 minutes, and then voted on recommendations for several agencies reviewed earlier in the cycle. It adopted all recommendations for the Angelina and Nettus River Authority, the Lower Nettus Valley Authority, and the Trinity River Authority of Texas, with no modifications offered for those agencies.
The Commission then considered the Texas Ethics Commission. Members adopted staff recommendations with modifications, including changes to lobby compensation thresholds and rounding of inflation adjustments. The Commission also adopted a series of new recommendations addressing TEC customer service staffing, late-filing penalties, post-election reporting penalties, waiver of penalties when notice cannot be shown, review of the “substantial compliance” standard, review of the “principal purpose” definition, more prominent public posting of delinquent penalties, and clearer training and guidance on filing and lobby-registration requirements. The Commission also adopted two previously omitted Texas Department of Criminal Justice recommendations, 6.5 and 6.6.
By recorded vote, the Commission unanimously forwarded all recommendations adopted during the biennium to the 89th Legislature, with nine ayes. Sunset staff then reported on implementation of 2023 Sunset recommendations, saying the State Auditor found 89% of selected management actions fully implemented and Sunset staff found 68% of statutory and related changes fully implemented, with the remainder mostly in progress. The Commission also noted receipt of a January 6 evaluation of the Texas Lottery Commission, including a study of potential regulation of lottery ticket courier companies, but no further action was taken on that item. The meeting concluded with closing remarks and a motion to recess subject to the call of the Chair.
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Transcript Highlights:
- of Texas, often overlooked.
- In Rowlett, Texas, a crossing guard even gave her life to keep students safe while on duty.
- For the state of Texas for a long, long time, uh, it has over 300 visitors, uh, that come to just the
- It makes all the sense of the world why this would be the ice cream capital of Texas.
- Trust law sections of the state bar of Texas, uh, as the county population has doubled, he's overseen
Committee:
Senate Administration
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
2026 Legislative Session - Day Sixty Seven - Monday, May 11
Missouri House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The state doesn't provide salaries for county office holders, not state employees.
- The state doesn't provide salaries for county office holders, not state employees.
- And we've heard the gentleman from Texas state that it's already in statute, but let me remind you that
- And we've heard the gentleman from Texas state that it's already in statute, but let me remind you that
- Texas.
Summary:
The House opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, then approved the House Journals for the 65th and 66th legislative days. Members also spent time on personal privilege and special guest introductions, including a recognition of law enforcement officers who were injured in the line of duty and several interns serving in House offices.
The chamber then took up several fiscal review committee reports and moved to conference and Senate bills. House Bill 2818, dealing with annexation and related local government language for St. Joseph Airport, St. Charles County, and Jefferson County, was explained as a compromise on voluntary annexation standards; after debate it was adopted and then third read and passed by a vote of 136-7. House Bill 1825, concerning county salary commissions and county classification changes for Lafayette, Pettis, and Saline counties, drew debate over county pay and the exclusion of coroners, but the Senate substitute was adopted 109-35 and finally passed 106-39.
The House also considered House Joint Resolution 87, the so-called constitutional sheriff resolution, which would place sheriff duties and the office itself in the Missouri Constitution. Members debated its scope, including concerns about the term “traitors,” possible effects on Kansas City’s police governance, and whether the measure was necessary; a St. Louis City amendment clarifying the City of St. Louis sheriff provisions was adopted. The resolution then passed 100-47. Finally, Senate Bill 878 on pharmacy practice and rural health access, including pharmacist treatment for common illnesses, emergency waivers, and access to certain medications and supplies, passed 132-13 after an amendment on blood pressure cuffs for pregnant women and opioid-alternative language was adopted. Senate Bill 903, addressing telecommunications infrastructure and copper theft, passed 137-5. The House then announced upcoming committee work, including a born-alive bill, and adjourned until May 12, 2026.
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Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
Texas Ethics Commission Sep 17th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- A state officer and being a state employee.
- Article 16, Section 1 of the Texas Constitution requires all state officers to be sworn in, elected or
- He has served for many years on, on the committee, um, on serving on behalf of the state of Texas.
- of Texas.
- And in other states like, like the state of Texas, where the corporation cannot give directly to a candidate
TX
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- Turning to the State Securities Board.
- Texas Family First pilot.
- That completes the Department of State Health Services.
- Item 5 at the bottom of the page, state initiatives, State Office of Administrative Hearing Attorneys
- The first item, maintained women's health funding for healthy Texas women.
Bills:
SB 1
Committee:
Senate Finance
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- May God bless the great state of Texas and the United States of America.
- Honor the Texas Flag.
- Now, be it resolved that the 89th legislature of the state of Texas hereby pay tribute to the lives of
- We want to thank you for helping Texas become one of the great states for veterans.
- Someone who recognizes that our veterans are heroes and seeks to make sure that the State of Texas treats
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh, howdy, uh, James Holomec with the Texas State Teachers Association.
- To my knowledge, I don't think we researched any other states because I don't know if any other state
- Um, sometimes you get state and county health insurance. You get state and county pensions.
- Bar of Texas.
- Because the judicial section is an organization encompassed within the state bar of Texas, in my capacity
Committee:
Senate Finance
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- He filled in some important gaps, spoke to the Texas State climatologist, John Nielsen-Gammon, to shore
- John Nielsen-Gammon, the Texas State Climatologist, we had those numbers about the warnings and the alert
- Spirit of Texas.
- And may God bless our great state of Texas.
- Trooper Sergio Romero lived a life of dedicated service to the state of Texas, and his loss is felt deeply
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- About this very important bill, your sacrifice and service to the state of Texas is certainly, um, uh
- According to the Texas State Auditor's Office report from November 2024, approximately 341 individuals
- the state of Texas and had quite an experience with, uh, this very challenge, and it is one of the most
- According to a National Insurance Crime Bureau study, Texas is the 2nd-highest rated state for car thefts
- Associations of Texas. We represent 28,000 law enforcement officers across the state.
Committee:
House Criminal Jurisprudence
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Texas Ethics Commission Jun 12th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- of the Texas Government Code.
- Please join me in thanking JR for his service to the commission and to the state of Texas.
- Secretary of State.
- Title 15 has a framework for out of state political committees that spend money in Texas, but it doesn't
- Um, the law states that a former state officer employee who participated on behalf of a state agency
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh, there is no anticipated cost to the state.
- York, we have you registered as Mayor York on behalf of Texas, testifying on behalf of Texas Workforce
- And as stated earlier.
- So you're 14, the state thinks you did a first-degree felony, the state charges you with a first-degree
- A significant component of HB 1821 requires the State Bar of Texas to create and maintain an online directory
Committee:
House S/C on Juvenile Justice
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- forced the state of Texas to spend the $11 billion.
- that forced the state of Yes, absolutely.
- My question is: do you see the expenditure by the state of Texas... “$11 billion” as evidence of a federal
- As President Trump stated in the State of the Union address, you know, it wasn’t about drafting new laws
- Throughout time, from Texas being its own nation to becoming part of the United States and on from there
Committee:
Senate Border Security
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Border Security met to consider SCR 39, authored by Senator Creighton, which urges the federal government to take immediate action on border security and calls for Texas to be reimbursed for roughly $11 billion spent on border-related efforts. Creighton argued the federal government has failed to secure the border, leading to illegal crossings, fentanyl trafficking, and the need for Texas to step in through Operation Lone Star. A DPS chief financial officer was present as a resource witness, though no public testimony was taken.
Several senators spoke in support of the resolution while also noting broader context. Senator Hinojosa of Nueces said border security has been neglected by multiple administrations, not just the Biden administration, but supported the measure and emphasized the need for lawful immigration and border enforcement. Senator Hinojosa of Hidalgo and Senator Flores also supported the resolution, highlighting cartel activity, trade impacts, and Texas’s role in maintaining border integrity. Senator Eckhardt questioned the author about what specific federal actions were meant by “immediate action,” and Creighton pointed to more staffing, better radio interoperability, stronger drug interdiction, and renewed federal responsibility for wall construction and enforcement.
After questions and discussion, public testimony was closed. Senator Flores moved that SCR 39 be favorably recommended to the full Senate, and the committee approved the motion by a vote of 4 ayes and 1 nay. The chair then announced that SB 36, creating a border security division within DPS, would be the committee’s primary focus at the next meeting.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- So for example, the Council on State Government Justice Center - this was a Texas study - and they looked
- And so the great thing is in Texas we've had this big drop in the state youth lockups.
- So through my work over 35 years in the juvenile justice system in the state of Texas, I can say that
- This is the most impacted by gangs and juvenile crime of any zip code in the state of Texas.
- The partnership between legislature and the state of Texas is vital.
Committee:
House S/C on Juvenile Justice