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  • by Texas law.
  • Courts, sophisticated arbiters, and Texas can take care of Texas problems. Mr.
  • , working to ensure a reliable grid that encourages businesses to move to Texas and stay in Texas.
  • Natural gas plants are not being built in adequate numbers to meet the growing needs of Texas electricity
  • The resource reflects its ability to generate electricity and support the grid during normal operating
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

CPC Public Hearing - Tue Apr 7, 2026 @ 2:00 PM HST

Consumer Protection & Commerce

Transcript Highlights:
  • Hawaiian Electric in support.
  • 44.240><c> testimony</c> Electric stands on our testimony Electric stands on our testimony supporting
  • 15.240><c> and</c><00:17:15.480><c> Hawaiian</c> Hawaiian Electric removals and Hawaiian Hawaiian Electric
  • Electric. Electric.
  • We stand on our Hawaiian Electric.
Summary: The committee heard several resolutions and one bill focused on energy reliability, utility infrastructure, insurance, tenant rights, and home health licensing. On the energy side, members heard HCR 203/HR 193 on a status update for the Hawaii Electric Reliability Administrator, HCR 204/HR 194 on a comprehensive PUC analysis of cost reduction and risk, and HCR 202/HR 192 creating a legislative task force on future energy pathways. Testimony on the energy measures was generally supportive from the PUC, DCCA’s Division of Consumer Advocacy, the Hawaii State Energy Office, and the Office of Hawaiian Affairs, with OHA urging that equity, native Hawaiian impacts, and public trust resources be considered alongside cost savings. The committee also heard HCR 125/HR 117 on coordinating with utilities to address aging utility poles and lines along Farrington Highway and other high-risk corridors; Hawaiian Electric supported the measure, Hawaiian Telcom and Charter Spectrum said much of the work is already underway and questioned whether the resolution was necessary, and committee questioning focused on existing double-pole tracking and the role of DOT and the PUC. The committee then took up HCR 137/HR 129 on timely reimbursement of health care claims under the clean claims statute. The DCCA Insurance Division and the Hawaii Insurers Council opposed the measure as drafted, saying it could be read to require payment beyond policy limits and could raise premiums or reduce market participation. United Policyholders supported the measure, arguing it would simply give policyholders more time to collect benefits they already purchased, and clarified that it was not intended to increase coverage beyond policy limits. The committee later amended the resolution to direct the DCCA Insurance Division to prioritize investigation and enforcement of clean claims complaints. In the decision meeting, the committee recommended and adopted passage of HCR 203/HR 193 as is, HCR 204/HR 194 with an amendment removing the eighth whereas clause, HCR 202/HR 192 with an amendment adding a committee representative to the task force, HCR 125/HR 117 as is, and HCR 137/HR 129 with amendments. The committee also heard SB 2960 SC1 on property insurance, which would extend the time policyholders have after a declared disaster to document replacement-cost claims. The Insurance Division and Hawaii Insurers Council opposed it, warning it could force coverage beyond policy limits and increase premiums, while United Policyholders supported it and said it would help disaster survivors recover benefits they already paid for; members questioned whether similar laws in other states had caused premium spikes and clarified that the bill was not intended to exceed policy limits. The committee also heard SB 2347 SD1 on multilingual tenant-rights notices, with OHA, Hawaii Appleseed, and others supporting the bill but urging restoration of language requiring landlords to directly provide the notice at lease signing. Finally, SB 2272 SD1 HD1 on home health licensing drew support from the Department of Health, SHPDA, and the Health Care Association of Hawaii, with the association requesting an effective date amendment; testimony explained that the bill would allow state licensing compliance to be demonstrated through CMS-approved accreditation or certification surveys, potentially reducing duplication and freeing state resources.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Disaster Preparedness & Flooding, Select Aug 22nd, 2025

Disaster Preparedness & Flooding, Select

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  • state, not just South Texas, families don't have insurance.
  • , where, you know, 20% of Texas land is in a floodplain right now.
  • You're testifying on behalf of the Texas Chapter of the U.S.
  • Hayes County, Texas, Precinct 4, in support of the bill.
  • You're here on behalf of the Texas chapter of the U.S.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Apr 15th, 2025

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • And now to the greatest state in the country, Texas, honor the Texas flag. God bless. Texas. Mr.
  • Welcome to your Texas capital. Mr..
  • We're doing it on purpose with the Texas lottery. Texas lottery does target low-income folks.
  • I think that not only is this the Texas teachers bill of rights This is actually the Texas Texas students
  • Speaker members, let's have Texas time in the great state of Texas, now move passage.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

State Affairs May 12th, 2025

State Affairs

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  • Additionally, the Texas Lottery is a very regressive tax.
  • So when we talk about the revenue raised by the Texas Lottery, we're talking about revenue raised to
  • So when we talk about the revenue raised by the Texas Lottery, we're talking about revenue raised to
  • The bill also includes a provision that says no appointed member of the Texas Commission of Licensing
  • All new rules and rule modifications must be in full compliance with Texas statutes.
Summary: The committee met to hear several bills, beginning with House Bill 766, which would require precinct chair applicants to provide an email address, phone number, or both on their applications while keeping that contact information confidential. No one testified for or against the bill, and it was left pending. House Bill 677, a companion to a previously approved Senate bill, would bar county election administrators from simultaneously holding another office or position appointed by an elected official; it also drew no public testimony and was left pending. Members then heard House Bill 3133, which would add explicit deepfake material to the list of content social media platforms must handle through complaint systems, including prompt acknowledgment, investigation, and status updates. Senators discussed concerns about how platforms would verify whether reported content was actually a deepfake, and the sponsor indicated the bill may be held pending while federal law on the subject is reviewed. House Bill 668 would create a one-year grace period for renewing an expired Texas handgun license to carry, codifying an existing DPS practice; it also received no testimony and was left pending. The committee spent the most time on Senate Bill 3070, a major overhaul of the Texas Lottery system. The bill would move oversight from the Lottery Commission to TDLR, dissolve the commission, impose new restrictions on ticket sales and internet play, create a lottery advisory committee, increase transparency and audit requirements, and include a sunset review that could lead to abolishing the lottery if not continued by 2027. The author described the bill as a response to alleged misconduct and illegal practices by the commission, while a witness from the Christian Life Commission testified in favor, supporting changes to prize anonymity and other lottery restrictions. After testimony, the bill was left pending, and the committee recessed subject to the call of the chair.
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  • We do have two resource folks here from Texas Legislative Council.
  • It also involves a lot of work by the Texas Legislative Council. This is non-substantive.
  • Nacogdoches holds a unique place in Texas history and horticulture.
  • I move to designate Nacogdoches as the Garden Capital of Texas for the next 10 years.
  • HCR126 will designate the city of Corrigan as the official timber products capital of Texas.
TX
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  • The Commission allowed a business entity named Rook Texas to collect.
  • So when we talk about the revenue raised by the Texas Lottery, we're talking about revenue raised to
  • Even though the Lottery Commission colludes with criminals to defraud Texas, the lottery itself is a
  • The bill also includes a provision that says no appointed member of the Texas Commission of Licensing
  • All new rules and rule modifications must be in full compliance with Texas law.
TX
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  • This bill was authored by Representative Guillán in the Texas House of Representatives.
  • This bill is authored by Representative Smithy in the Texas House of Representatives.
  • Brian Flatt, Texas Municipal Police. Scott Rubin, Texas Police Chiefs Association.
  • She was the first woman in Texas history to chair a standing committee.
  • Malman Stallman, Chair of the Association of Texas, for the bill.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Elections Apr 17th, 2025 at 10:04 am

Elections

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  • This language came to me by the Texas Association of Counties in collaboration with the Texas Association
  • Chair calls Jennifer Doynoff with the Texas Association of Chair calls Jennifer Doynoff with the Texas
  • Chair calls Mary Ibarra with the ACLU of Texas. Chair calls Mary Ibarra with the ACLU of Texas.
  • Texas was among them.
  • Chair calls Emily French with Common Cause Texas. Chair calls Emily French with Common Cause Texas.
Summary: The committee first voted out two previously heard Senate bills without amendment: SB 688, relating to the date of the meeting of presidential electors, and SB 914, relating to authorizing certain cities to change the date of their general election for officers. Both motions passed on 8-0 votes with one member absent. The committee then heard HB 3909, which would change the current prohibition on wireless device use from a 100-foot boundary around a voting station to only inside the room where voting is taking place, with a committee substitute also adding state-prescribed signage. The author and supporters said the change would reduce confusion and make enforcement easier for election workers, while opponents argued the existing 100-foot rule helps prevent electioneering, recording, and possible technical interference with election equipment. The bill was left pending. Members also heard HB 1968, which would repeal a provision that requires counties to provide election services to certain political subdivisions in odd-numbered years but not even-numbered years, making county-provided election services consistent across years. Supporters said it would improve consistency for smaller cities and school districts, while opponents warned it could strain county equipment and staffing during heavy election cycles. The bill was left pending. HB 2279 would require voter registrars to remove a person from the rolls if the person swears under oath during jury service that they are not a U.S. citizen; supporters said this would streamline removal of ineligible voters, while opponents raised concerns about mistaken identity and loss of due process. The bill was left pending. Finally, the committee heard HB 2803, which would require a presiding judge to give a poll watcher a signed statement explaining any removal from service. Supporters said this would improve documentation and accountability, and one witness asked for clarification that improper removal would remain a criminal offense; the author said he would consider a floor amendment and further discussion. The committee also heard HB 4253, which would create a more uniform voter-roll maintenance process based on inactivity, sending confirmation notices to voters who have not voted in the prior 25 months and eventually removing those who do not respond after multiple election cycles. Supporters said it would clean up outdated records and help keep voters registered where they actually live, while opponents argued it could wrongly remove eligible voters who simply do not vote regularly. HB 4253 was left pending as well.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Environmental Regulation Apr 17th, 2025

Environmental Regulation

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  • Currently, the Texas Litter Abatement Act, balloons are not considered litter.
  • We've got- Two of them in operation in Texas right now.
  • fuel fleet program, and the existing Texas Clean Fleet Program. will become the Texas Large Fleet Program
  • Some of the money going to Texas A&M you know, they do a great job of it.
  • In Texas, a significant portion of the pollution comes from mobile sources.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Elections Apr 9th, 2025

Elections

Transcript Highlights:
  • Laura Presley with True Texas Elections. Thank you.
  • I am coming from East Texas.
  • East Texas, and then once in Congressional District 32.
  • I am a policy analyst for the Texas Public Policy Foundation.
  • Ibarra with ACLU of Texas. Mary Ybarra, and you're representing the ACLU of Texas.
TX
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  • What's the definition of real property in the state of Texas?
  • I'm a policy analyst. for the Texas Public Policy Foundation.
  • Wexner, Texas. In 2019, we were a victim of this theft.
  • I am here on behalf of the Texas Land Title Association.
  • I'm the legislative chairman of the Texas Land Title Association this year.
Bills: SB15, SB 15
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  • Honor the Texas flag. Gerald, now here, seeks perhaps some members.
  • Message that the state of Texas is listening.
  • There are medical examiners in the state of Texas, is that correct?
  • Many cities in Texas have already adopted 2018 or higher standards.
  • Particularly in West Texas, and as weather comes across from Mexico into the state of Texas, we'd have
Bills: HB1, HB 2, HB 3, HB 5, HB20, HB 22
Summary: The committee meeting primarily focused on the discussion and passage of several key bills, including SB5, which pertains to supplemental appropriations for disaster relief. This bill was passed unanimously, highlighting the committee's commitment to addressing disaster preparedness. HB20, aimed at reducing fraudulent charitable solicitations during disasters, also saw significant debate, with positive sentiments expressed by its sponsor, Mr. Darby. Additionally, HB22, which expands the authority of the comptroller to fund emergency communication systems, was passed with overwhelming support, indicating a consensus on improving emergency response capabilities within the state. The session concluded with discussions about future legislative measures aimed at strengthening infrastructure against disasters.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Members, please join, and guests, please join in the Pledge of the Texas Flags.
  • Honor the Texas flag, I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible.
  • As a father of a 14-year-old and an 11-year-old, I'm from Houston, Texas.
  • But I do think being able to, are what gets Texas back on its feet.
  • Many cities in Texas have already adopted 2018 or higher standards.
Bills: HB1, HB2, HB3, HB5, HB20, HB22
Summary: The House convened in special session with a gubernatorial proclamation adding subjects related to penalties for legislators who absent themselves, ivermectin access, and groundwater study authority. The chamber also handled routine motions, committee scheduling, and first-reading referrals before moving to the main floor calendar focused largely on disaster response and public safety legislation. The central theme throughout the day was the July 4 flooding and related tragedies, with repeated references to families of victims and the need for stronger preparedness and prevention measures. House Bill 1, on youth camp emergency plans and preparedness, was the most emotional and heavily amended measure. Members adopted changes requiring annual emergency plans for resident youth camps, staff training, parent notification, evacuation maps, floodplain-related disclosures, restrictions on sleeping quarters in flood-prone areas, and funding for enforcement. One proposed amendment to require air conditioning or heat in sleeping quarters failed, while another amendment on floodplain restrictions passed after debate over floodplain versus floodway language. HB 1 ultimately passed the House 136-1 on second reading and later 135-1 on final passage. Senate Bill 2 / House Bill 2 on disaster preparedness, response, and recovery also advanced after extensive discussion. The bill creates training for justices of the peace in mass-fatality events, establishes an emergency manager licensing system, sets local succession procedures, creates a statewide volunteer management system, authorizes drone interdiction in disaster zones, expands disaster loan eligibility, and adds review and planning provisions for certain infrastructure and weather-related issues. Members debated the scope of the training, drone impacts on press coverage, volunteer registration, and infrastructure-related amendments; some proposals were adopted and others tabled or withdrawn. SB 2 passed the House 130-4 on third reading and later 132-4 on final passage. The House also passed House Bill 3 creating the Texas Interoperability Council and a grant program for emergency communications equipment, House Bill 20 addressing disaster-related scams and fraudulent charitable solicitations, House Bill 22 expanding allowable uses of the broadband infrastructure fund for emergency communications, and Senate Bill 5 providing supplemental appropriations for disaster relief, including funds for local warning systems and weather monitoring. Each of these bills passed overwhelmingly, with only one or a few dissenting votes, and members repeatedly emphasized the need to improve coordination, communications, funding, and fraud prevention in the wake of recent disasters.
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Texas 89th Regular

Business and Commerce Apr 24th, 2025

Business & Commerce

Transcript Highlights:
  • Unless we verify it, we have collected Texas sales tax, Texas registration, Texas resident, and those
  • All Texas-based dentists, Texas licenses.
  • The Texas Academy of General Dentistry and the Texas Dental Association, which together have more than
  • Texas is growing fast and our electric grid is feeling the pressure.
  • The bill is about making the most of what we already have and ensuring that as Texas grows, the grid
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Business and Commerce Committee was marked by discussions on several significant bills, with a keen emphasis on legislative updates and committee substitutes. Notably, Senator Blanco presented a new committee substitute for SB2610, which modifies the employee cap from 100 to 250 and extends the update timeline for cyber security programs for small businesses. This substitute was adopted unanimously, reflecting a collaborative agreement among the committee members. Additionally, there were discussions surrounding SB1856 as Senator Crayton provided insights into how stakeholder feedback influenced the bill's committee substitute. The committee ultimately voted in favor, pushing it towards the local and contested calendar, indicating the bill's progression through legislative channels.
TX

Texas 89th 2nd C.S.

Transportation Mar 27th, 2025

Transportation

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  • OK, my name is Terry Hall with Texas Turf and Texas for Toll-free Highways.
  • Of the Texas Transportation Code.
  • Um, which created a monopoly for private bridges in South Texas.
  • This bill is also officially opposed by the Republican Party of Texas.
  • Why on earth would we want these companies back in Texas?
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Transportation Mar 27th, 2025

Transportation

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  • This raises the number of retail stores in Texas for the bill to apply.
  • The Pharr Bridge, again, is a monopoly for private bridges in South Texas.
  • Why on earth would we want these companies back in Texas?
  • If you look at the Texas data over the last 10 years...
  • Across the country and in Texas.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Transportation Mar 27th, 2025

Transportation

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  • On behalf of Texas DPSOA.
  • Have we had any incidents like that in Texas? Not so much in Texas that we've seen.
  • Trains that move through Texas have a Texas resident on them.
  • I do know that Medill, Oklahoma runs into Texas, but for the majority of the runs that are in Texas,
  • they are Texas residents.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Insurance Mar 26th, 2025

Insurance

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  • Association of Health Plans, Texas Medical Association, Texas Nurse Practitioners, and many other groups
  • Texas Primary Care Consortium.
  • Texas Academy of Family Physicians, and the Texas chapter of the American College of Physicians.
  • Recently from TDI, there's only one insurance company in the entire state of Texas that meets the Texas
  • to the state of Texas.