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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Energy, Utilities, Environment and Climate - 02/19/25
Energy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate
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TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
Criminal Jurisprudence S/C on New Offenses and Changed Penalties Apr 15th, 2025
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- Peace officers across the state of Texas have been under assault by individuals wanting to do harm simply
- Prosecutor who has seen almost every type of crime here in Texas.
- I just want to thank you on behalf of the people of the state of Texas. Appreciate that.
- Every day Texas peace officers put their lives on the line to protect our communities.
- Texas stands with its law enforcement.
TX
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- HB 301, Gonzalez of El Paso relating to the leave of state employees for prenatal care referred to the
- license issued to the voter that indicates the voter has not presented proof of the voter's United States
- subdivision of public funds for lobbying and certain other activities referred to the Committee on State
- traveling in official state business referred to the Committee on Government Efficiency.
- state Representative and state senator of notice of certain administrative actions in the commission
TX
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- I represent the Texas Public Policy Foundation.
- I represent the Texas Public Policy Foundation.
- The bill aligns now with state and VA rules.
- Register maintained by the Secretary of State.
- ... ...by using a standard state process and removes outdated, unnecessary provisions of the state law
Bills:
HB103
Committee:
Senate Local Government
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Local Government heard a series of local and special-purpose bills, mostly with brief sponsor explanations and little or no public opposition. Topics included fireworks sales near the Texas-Mexico border for Cinco de Mayo (HB 1629), allowing larger counties to use their own inspectors for county buildings (HB 3234), updating governance and financial rules for the Wood County Central Hospital District (HB 5664), clarifying firefighter collective bargaining and impasse procedures (HB 3171), and exempting certain Fort Worth ETJ properties from release rules to protect infrastructure investments (HB 2512). The committee also heard bills on border subdivision rules in Cameron County (HB 3680), extending a property tax exemption to surviving spouses of certain veterans affected by the PACT Act (HB 2508/HJR 133), drainage district election timing and procedures (HB 5693, HB 2694), utility transparency for municipally owned systems (HB 1991), and management district and hospital district election or appointment changes (HB 5698, HB 2293). Another major bill, HB 1449, would expand a food truck permitting pilot program to counties over one million population; witnesses supported the concept but asked the committee to coordinate it with related fee and standards bills, and the bill was left pending for further work. The committee also heard HB 3732, which would let fire departments obtain extensions to comply with new NFPA protective equipment standards, and HB 5431, which would clarify that mayors and at-large council members do not need new elections after reapportionment; both were left pending after questions about their scope. Several transparency and tax-related bills were also discussed, including HB 103, creating a statewide database of local bond and tax election information, and HB 851, requiring reporting on homestead tax ceiling properties; both drew support and were later voted out. After testimony, the committee reported multiple bills favorably, often unanimously, and recommended many for the local and uncontested calendar. The committee also used procedural swaps to substitute House companions for Senate bills on several measures, then recessed with plans to return later to process additional bills.
TX
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- that's relating to the creation of a temporary educator certificate for educators certified by other states
- Board of Education to be an employee of the Texas Education Agency for the purpose of receiving state
- schools by adding focused instruction on local and state civic process.
- state seal of bilingualism and biliteracy for public high school students.
- This bill creates the Texas state seal of bilingualism and biliteracy.
Bills:
HB178
Committee:
House Public Education
TX
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- This particular class of people never incur consequences beyond a state jail felony.
- Peace officers across the state of Texas have been under assault by individuals wanting to do harm simply
- of Texas.
- I just want to thank you on behalf of the people of the state of Texas. I appreciate that.
- House Bill 1871 sends a clear and necessary message: Texas stands with its law enforcement.
TX
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- billion in landowner payments, and, uh, we love doing business here in Texas, um.
- Well, that's, that's, I grew up in Livingston, East Texas over there.
- Um, this is a problem that's not only happening in El Paso, it's all across the state.
- The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality administers the Texas Clean School Bus Program as part
- of the Texas emission reduction Plan.
Bills:
HB205
Committee:
House Environmental Regulation
OK
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- There's been 11 counties that I know of in the state of Texas that have joined in with resolutions requesting
- When you think about every fire truck, I guess just about in the state of Texas and probably in Oklahoma
- When you think about every fire truck, I guess just about in the state of Texas and probably in Oklahoma
- I grew up in Erath County, which is one of the leading dairy counties in the state of Texas.
- of Oklahoma, not only the state of Texas, but every state.
Committee:
House Agriculture
Summary:
The committee hearing focused on biosolids, sewage sludge, and PFAS contamination, with the opening remarks and first three presenters arguing that land application of municipal sludge poses serious risks to soil, water, livestock, and human health. Representative Shaw cited EPA and state data on detected pollutants and PFAS in biosolids, while Denise Travick Poyer described her background in chemical engineering and PFAS work and said the EPA’s draft sewage sludge risk assessment shows unacceptable risk at very low PFOS/PFOA levels. She urged source reduction, more testing, and consideration of total organic fluorine, and noted examples from Michigan where industrial pretreatment and source reduction reduced PFAS in biosolids. Johnson County, Texas Commissioner Larry Woolley and Investigator Dana Ames presented a case study of alleged runoff from land-applied biosolids affecting a ranch, with high PFAS readings in soil, water, fish, cattle tissue, and a stillborn calf, and said the county and state had pursued investigations, lawsuits, and legislative responses. Sandra Trawick of Save Oklahoma Farms and Ranches argued that Oklahoma’s biosolids program relies heavily on Class B sludge, that current rules are outdated, and that land application exposes farms and rural communities to pathogens, chemicals, odors, flies, and runoff; she cited examples from Maine, Texas, Georgia, Michigan, and Oklahoma to support calls for stronger regulation or a ban.
After the testimony, members asked about sampling methods, lab testing, EPA limits, and whether the cited PFAS blood levels were comparable to the soil and sludge measurements. Witnesses said the Johnson County samples were collected by a Texas A&M PhD contractor and tested at a single lab, and they explained that the EPA’s 4 parts per trillion figure applied to municipal drinking water standards. Questions also addressed whether sludge is incorporated into soil; Trawick said it had often been left on the surface, though she had seen better disking after public scrutiny. Members asked how biosolids compare with manure and feedlot waste, and witnesses responded that municipal sludge is more contaminated because it includes industrial, hospital, and household waste streams, unlike animal manure. The committee then moved to alternative solutions, hearing from Doug McKinney of Advanced Microbial Solutions, who promoted biological sludge removal using bacteria to reduce sludge volumes and avoid land application, citing cost savings for wastewater plants and correctional facilities. Jason Jepsen of Eden Energy followed with a pitch for an eight-stage waste-to-energy system that converts mixed waste into clean energy, biochar, and reusable products, framing waste as an asset and presenting his company’s technology as a no-land-application alternative.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you for this great state and these members who are willing to serve.
- And now the Texas flag. I honor the Texas flag.
- I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one nation under God. Thank you.
- And now the Texas flag. I honor the Texas flag.
- I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one nation under God.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, February 23, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
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- The Pennsylvania State Grange honored him in 1987 as the Pennsylvania State Granger of the Year.
- THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE GRANGE HONORED HIM IN 1987 AS THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE GRANGER OF THE YEAR.
- The gentleman from Texas is recognized. >> Mr.
- THE GENTLEMAN FROM TEXAS IS RECOGNIZED. >> MR.
- The gentleman from Texas is recognized. >> Mr.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nominations of Dean Sauer, of Missouri, to be Solicitor General of the United States, and Harmeet Dhillon, of California, and Aaron Reitz, of Texas, both to be an Assistant Attorney General, all of the Department of Justice. Feb 26th, 2025 at 09:15 am
Senate Judiciary
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- of the United States.
- Francisco agreed stating that the Solicitor General General is a lawyer representing the United States
- or the people of the United States.
- And so your client will, in fact, be the United States government and the United States of America and
- Association of Texas, a letter from the Chairman of the Board of Regents at Texas Southern University
Committee:
Senate Senate Judiciary
Keywords:
Department of Justice, nominations, Assistant Attorney General, civil rights, enforcement, committee discussion
Summary:
The meeting covered important discussions surrounding key nominations in the Department of Justice, specifically for the roles of Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights and the Office of Legal Policy. Various committee members took turns to express their views on the nominees, emphasizing the implications of their potential confirmation on civil rights enforcement in the country. Alongside the committee discussion, the nominees provided insights into their professional backgrounds and how their experiences align with the responsibilities of the positions for which they have been nominated.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, July 16, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
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- Raider Nation and the great state of Texas.
- </c> West Texas. West Texas.
- </c> across Texas. across Texas.
- the people of Texas.
- </c> States get paid in crypto. States get paid in crypto.
TX
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- So you can go to a grocery store and buy Texas quail eggs that are ungraded or Texas duck eggs that are
- I'm with the Texas Poultry Federation, and we are opposed to SB 1864.
- And in that closing, I said, um thank you all very much. um, grading is anybody in the state of Texas
- , and unfortunately it has happened here in Texas.
- But that aspect is right now currently today in the state of Texas anybody can sell eggs into retail.
Committee:
House Agriculture & Livestock
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
Texas Ethics Commission Feb 11th, 2026
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- But, in the opinion, it states that this is not a lobby communication. Mr.
- She's a State Board of Education member or he doesn't work there.
- A former state officer who participated on behalf of a state agency in a procurement or contract matter
- Previous advisory opinions have stated...
- Should it be the Texas Fining Commission? Had nothing to do with that.
Summary:
The Texas Ethics Commission convened at 9:03 a.m. and held an executive session, reconvening at 10:18 a.m. During the meeting, the Commission approved a settlement agreement with Michael Quinn Sullivan, ending ongoing litigation. The agreement involved Sullivan dropping his legal challenges regarding a civil penalty previously imposed by the Commission. The Commission also announced personnel changes, including the departure of the director of enforcement, Marie Prim, and the appointment of Jordan Hun as interim director.
The Commission discussed outside counsel contracts, approving the addition of Bickerstaff, Heath, Delgado, Acosta LLP to their pool of qualified vendors. They scheduled their next meeting for September 23rd and approved minutes from previous meetings. The agenda included several rulemaking items, with three rules adopted and five proposed for publication in the Texas Register. Notably, amendments to Chapter 20 regarding reporting contributions and expenditures were approved, as well as changes to lobbyist registration thresholds in Chapter 34, which were proposed for publication.
The Commission also addressed advisory opinions, adopting several, including one regarding political advertising by charter schools and another concerning the revolving door prohibition for former state employees. Appeals for administrative waivers and reductions of fines were considered, with several fines waived or reduced based on individual circumstances. Lastly, the Commission discussed policies related to alternative dispute resolution and clarified responsibilities between the Commission and staff, concluding the meeting at 11:15 a.m.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband Mar 24th, 2025
S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband
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- What barriers exist in the state of Texas that prevent us from connecting every Texan?
- And how do programs at the state and federal levels, like a short fee, fund this initiative?
- If you can state your name and your affiliation for the record. Thank you.
- I'm a professor at the University of Texas. Excellent. Welcome, and you may begin. Thank you.
- These are the ones we see all the time. which is a standard that the state of Texas or the broadband
Committee:
House S/C on Telecommunications & Broadband
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- So I think owning a camp or managing a business, period, if it’s with the state of Texas, it’s a privilege
- We're sorry to lose you for the state of Texas, but it is apparent that there were major breakdowns.
- We're sorry to lose you for the state of Texas, but it is apparent that there were major breakdowns.
- So I guess, bottom line from my perspective is, you know, the people of the state of Texas... ...the
- How could people of the state of Texas trust that?
TX
Texas 89th Regular
89th Legislative Session - First Called Session Jul 24th, 2025
Texas House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We thank You, Father, for the wonderful state of Texas, our good governor, and for every one of our legislators
- and Texas Flags.
- Please join me in the pledge of allegiance to the United States and the State of Texas.
- Under the Texas flag, I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state, under God, indivisible. one and
- of Texas.
TX
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- Texas had its first quorum break in 1870. Mr. Moody: None of this is new.
- We can't play any part in bringing that to Texas. Mr.
- Martinez: uphold the laws of the state of Texas.
- Martinez: 11 of the Texas Constitution, it states that each chamber controls its internal procedures
- The Texas Constitution does not merely tolerate quorum denial.
Committee:
House House Administration
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Transportation and Public Works Feb 3rd, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Here's one from Texas, University of Texas at Austin.
- Well, they'd have to be performed all over the state, available all over the state.
- Well, they'd have to be performed all over the state, available all over the state.
- Chairman, Representative Armstrong, the way it works in a lot of states and the way it works in Texas
- The state should certainly consider...
Summary:
The committee heard House Memorial 23, which asks the Motor Vehicle Division and the Regulation and Licensing Department to study whether New Mexico should reestablish a statewide motor vehicle safety inspection program. The sponsor and expert witness argued that modern vehicles are far more complex than when the old program ended in the 1970s, and cited studies from Texas, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Carnegie Mellon, and an international inspection organization suggesting safety inspections are associated with fewer fatalities. They said the study should examine feasibility, costs, where inspections would be conducted, what vehicles would be covered, and whether small businesses could be certified to perform inspections, similar to Bernalillo County’s emissions model.
Several members raised concerns about added costs, burdens on rural drivers, possible lawsuits against inspection businesses, and whether the memorial was drafted as a study of benefits rather than a balanced look at pros and cons. Some questioned whether the Regulation and Licensing Department had the capacity to take on the work and whether the program would effectively become another mandate or fee. Supporters emphasized that unsafe vehicles endanger not only drivers but others on the road, and noted that the study could also consider subsidies for low-income drivers and the impact on areas with higher traffic density.
The committee discussed how inspections might work, including whether they would cover physical components like tires, brakes, steering, and axles as well as electronic safety systems such as lane assist and collision avoidance. The presenter said commercial vehicles already face separate inspection requirements and that tribal lands and pueblos would not be covered. After public comment, the committee voted to pass the memorial on a roll call vote, with several members voting yes and others voting no; one member explained her no vote as opposition to added regulation and costs.
TX
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- font and top type size requirements of political advertising disclosure refer to the Committee on State
- Affairs, HB 3315 by Harris relating to the permissible uses of the Texas Water Fund for the Committee
- on Natural Resources, HP 3316 by Harris, the redesignation of the State Water Implementation Fund, the
- Texas Advisory Committee of the Texas Water Fund Advisory Committee, the abolish the Texas Infrastructure
- Fund and the advisory Committee and the composition of the functions of the Texas Water Advisory Fund