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FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
April 10, 2025 - 08:30 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- The revisions apply to timeshare facilities only, which are governed by Chapter 721 of the Florida Statutes
- Due to the inconsistencies between Chapters 718, 468, and the provisions currently existing in Chapter
- It was a reference to a defense that exists in Chapter 787.
- I assume what that means is if there is a violation under Chapter 787 that's proven, then that means
- that they're this... ...that means that they're this Chapter 787 that's proven, then that means that
Summary:
The Civil Justice and Claims Subcommittee heard and voted on four bills. HB 587 on self-storage spaces would let rental agreements include an alternate contact person and allow default notices to be published online instead of only in newspapers, while keeping existing notice timelines and servicemember protections. Newspaper and press witnesses opposed the online-notice change, arguing it could reduce public reach and transparency, especially in rural areas; the sponsor said newspapers could still be used and the bill was only adding another option. The committee adopted an amendment changing the effective date to October 1, 2025, and then reported the bill favorably 12-2.
HB 6033 would repeal the Florida Labor Pool Act. The sponsor argued the act duplicates other state and federal protections, while opponents said it contains unique safeguards for day laborers, including limits on fees, transportation charges, and deductions, and a private right of action. Testimony from labor advocates and workers warned repeal would reduce protections for vulnerable workers; the sponsor and supporters said other laws already cover the issues. The committee reported the bill favorably 11-3.
HB 897, dealing with timeshare plan management, was presented as a clarification of conflicts created by recent condominium legislation and would require faster records responses, more disclosure of contracts, and clearer remedies for mismanagement. Support came from industry groups, and the bill passed unanimously, 14-0. The final measure, PCS for HB 1385, created a civil remedy for parental abduction or unlawful withholding of a child in violation of a timesharing order. Family law attorneys opposed it over concerns about added litigation, child involvement, and overlap with existing remedies, while the sponsors and supporters said it would provide needed deterrence and compensation in serious cases. The committee adopted the PCS and reported it favorably 13-0.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Human Committee Meeting - 2025-04-03
Human Services Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- article 1 are from House File 2159, Representative Schumacher's bill that corrects terminology in the chapter
- DHS Policy Bill, modified the definition of residential program in the Patient's Bill of Rights in Chapter
- Sections in Chapter 245I. Section 25 is from House File 98.
- Section 27, also from House File 98, adds client grievance rights in Chapter 245I.
- The Mental Health Uniform Service Standards Chapter.
Keywords:
human services, aging services, disability services, behavioral health, long-term care, nursing home, nursing facility, assisted living, waiver services, medical assistance, Medicaid, case mix reimbursement, PDPM, RUG, direct care and treatment, developmental disabilities, day services, positive support, guardian, conservator
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Housing Jun 21st, 2026 at 11:00 am
Joint Committee on Housing
Transcript Highlights:
- The law is Chapter 241.
- It's my suggestion that we amend Chapter 241..." "...and in doing that, we would provide the court with
- But one of the reasons may be that Chapter 241 has been used mostly for..." "...it started off in the
- I would say it's not unusual, but it's at the lower end of the scale of using Chapter 241. Got it.
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Housing held its 12th hearing of the session, chaired by Representative Richard Haggerty and Senator Julian Cyr, and heard testimony on two bills: H. 5317, concerning condominium conversion of co-owned two-unit buildings, and H. 5447, a home rule petition for an affordable housing trust fund in West Tisbury. The chair outlined a hybrid hearing format, three-minute testimony limits for individuals, and a July 31 deadline for written testimony.
Peter Harrington testified in support of H. 5317, arguing that the partition law is outdated and should be updated so courts can use the condominium statute when dividing co-owned property. He said the change would help preserve middle-class housing, especially two-family homes that might otherwise be sold, torn down, or redeveloped into more expensive housing. Committee members asked about how common the issue is and whether it is more case-specific; Harrington said it arises at the lower end of Chapter 241 cases but is not unusual.
Laura Silber testified in support of H. 5447 on behalf of West Tisbury’s Affordable Housing Committee and the Martha’s Vineyard Commission. She said the bill would let the town’s affordable housing trust serve households up to 180% of area median income and better support seasonal communities tools, including housing for essential public-sector workers and acquisition of year-round deed restrictions. Senator Cyr questioned whether the home rule petition was necessary if technical fixes to the seasonal communities law are enacted, and Silber said the petition was a short-term measure while the towns await statutory changes and work toward a pooled year-round housing trust. No votes were taken, and the committee adjourned after testimony concluded.
AL
Alabama 2026 1st Special Session
Alabama Senate Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development Committee Apr 7th, 2026
Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
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Bills:
HB248
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Children, Families, and Elder Affairs Feb 3rd, 2026
Children, Families, and Elder Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- I am 23 years old, and I am a part of the Bayard chapter with Florida Youth SHINE.
- legislative chair on the statewide board for Florida Youth SHINE and the president of the Jacksonville chapter
- is Nicole Williams, and I'm here on behalf of Florida Youth SHINE, representing the Treasure Coast chapter
- My name is Michaela Dallaroo, and I'm a part of the Southwest chapter of Florida Youth SHINE.
Keywords:
dependent children, child welfare, cash allowance, caregivers, community organizations, empowerment, foster care, out-of-home care, temporary cash assistance, eligibility, drug trafficking, human trafficking, Florida statutes
Summary:
The Committee on Children, Families, and Elder Affairs heard and advanced four bills. CS/SB 1690, on early childhood education, was amended with a delete-all amendment that required public posting of child care inspection reports and data on child deaths, injuries, and substantiated abuse; changed certain notice and insurance provisions for family and large family child care homes; created the Florida Endowment for Early Learning; and made related definitional changes. The amendment was adopted and the committee reported the bill favorably. SB 1022, on children’s initiatives, would add two new Florida Children’s Initiatives in Bay County and Pompano in Broward County; the sponsor described the program as a community-based service network model, and the bill was reported favorably without opposition.
SB 996, on dependent children, would require DCF and community-based care lead agencies to coordinate and regularly meet with organizations focused on people with lived experience in the child welfare system, and to publish how suggestions are implemented. Several young adults with foster care experience testified in support, emphasizing the importance of youth voice, normalcy, and teaching financial responsibility through allowance. The bill was reported favorably after supportive debate.
The committee also considered CS/SB 1462, on temporary cash assistance eligibility, after adopting an amendment that narrowed a SNAP eligibility carve-out to people who were victims of human trafficking at the time of a drug conviction. The sponsor said the bill was intended to remove barriers to reunification and redemption. After supportive testimony and no opposition, the committee reported the bill favorably. The meeting then adjourned.
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado House 2026 Legislative Day 009 Jan 23rd, 2026
Colorado House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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Summary:
The House convened, led the Pledge of Allegiance, and completed a roll call showing 55 members present and 10 excused, establishing a quorum. The journal from Wednesday, January 21, 2026, was approved as corrected by the chief clerk after a voice vote. The chamber then moved into announcements and introductions.
Members highlighted several upcoming events and committee meetings. Representative Mabrey announced the Judiciary Committee’s final SMART Act hearing series, including presentations from the Joint Budget Committee, the Office of the Child’s Representative, the Child Protection Ombudsman, the Department of Corrections, the Office of Alternative Defense Counsel, and Legislative Council staff on prison population. Representative Gilchrist invited members to a Healthier Colorado legislative reception, and Representative Suckla introduced the Plateau Valley FFA chapter visiting the Capitol.
Representative McCormick, with Representative Winter, promoted a fundraising effort for children, using a lighthearted call for donations, and noted that the House Agriculture, Water and Natural Resources Committee would meet upon adjournment to hear sunset reviews of the Veterinary Pharmaceutical Advisory Committee and the Forest Health Council, while postponing the Colorado Food Systems Advisory Council review. The House also noted a Faith Bridge Advocacy Day visit, and the chamber then adopted a motion to stand in recess until later in the day.
NV
Nevada 2025 Regular Session
Assembly Committee on Government Affairs May 31st, 2025 at 09:00 am
Government Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- the enabling legislation of the Office of Cyber Defense Coordination, as it currently sits in NRS Chapter
- 480, the DPS chapter.
- The DPS chapter.
- Sections 2, 3, 15 through 16, 26, and 27 actually move the OCDC language to NRS Chapter 242 and into
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- There’s also another path that was introduced a couple of years ago and in our rules, and in Chapter
- We have Chapter 55, which lays out all the requirements for the states.
- And there's a little bit of a disconnect currently between Chapter 55 of the Occupations Code and this
- Under the current version of Chapter 55, one of the things that adds additional delay is when the person
Keywords:
military education, early registration, ROTC, corps of cadets, higher education, military academy, scholarship, military, Texas Armed Services, military spouses, occupational licensing, state agency, license requirements, reciprocity, training and education
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Veteran Affairs heard three measures focused on military-connected students, service members, veterans, and their families. House Bill 102 would give eligible students in military-related university programs early registration privileges, similar to existing accommodations for expectant mothers and student athletes. House Bill 300 would modernize the Texas Armed Services Scholar program by increasing scholarship funding, clarifying the student employment agreement, and creating a scholarship coordinator at THECB to help students and families navigate the program.
Senate Bill 2255 drew the most discussion and testimony. The bill would streamline occupational licensing for military members, spouses, and veterans by allowing Texas licensure based on an out-of-state license in good standing with a similar scope of practice, removing the Texas residency requirement, and shortening agency processing time from 30 days to 10 days in the committee substitute. Supporters from the Texas Coalition of Veterans Organizations, the Texas Association of Business, the Institute for Justice, TDLR, and the VFW said the bill would reduce bureaucratic delays, improve employment opportunities, and help military families maintain income during relocations. TDLR also described current licensing confusion between state and federal rules and said the bill would improve alignment and data collection.
No witnesses testified against any of the bills. After public testimony closed on each measure, HB 102, HB 300, and SB 2255 were left pending in committee. The committee then recessed subject to the call of the chair.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
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FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Governmental Oversight and Accountability Feb 18th, 2025
Governmental Oversight and Accountability
Transcript Highlights:
- They are defined in Chapter 287 of Florida statutes.
- term contracts, must be competitively procured in accordance with the three methods prescribed in Chapter
- Chapter 282 of Florida statute requires coordination between agencies and Florida Digital Service.
- Chapter 287 requires a minimum number of quotes for all state term contracts.
Summary:
The Committee on Governmental Oversight and Accountability met with a quorum present and first took up SB 268, a public records exemption bill for public officers. Senator Brodeur explained the bill on behalf of Senator Jones, saying it would protect partial home addresses, phone numbers, and certain family information for the governor, cabinet members, and other elected officials because of threats and harassment against public servants. An amendment narrowing and clarifying the definition of public officer and the process for claiming the exemption was adopted without objection. Chair Fine and Senator Brodeur both spoke in support of the bill, citing personal experiences with threats and the need to protect officials and their families. CS for SB 268 was then reported favorably by roll call vote.
The committee then heard a presentation from Brandon Spencer, Director of State Purchasing and Chief Procurement Officer at the Department of Management Services, on state agency procurement and contracting practices, including IT procurements. He described the state’s procurement structure, including state term contracts, alternate contract sources, and agency procurements, and said the division now manages more than 960 enterprise-wide agreements, with that number continuing to grow. He also highlighted that roughly 21% of purchase order spend is on IT services, discussed statutory requirements for IT procurements, and said the division is working with Florida Digital Service to improve oversight, training, vendor accountability, and procurement options. No committee action followed the presentation, and the meeting adjourned after no further business was raised.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Apr 2nd, 2025
Trade, Workforce & Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- Since Texas still subjects these services to the outdated in-home sales law under Chapter 601 of the
- I want to just take one step back regarding Chapter 601 of the Business and Commerce Code.
- Trade Practices Act, and 601.205 permits the AG to bring an action to stop a merchant violating the chapter
- the three-day right to cancel for purchases made outside of a merchant's place of business within Chapter
- If we exempt Chapter 1304 businesses and other unlicensed sales of service businesses this session, we
Keywords:
science park district, economic development, technology innovation, higher education collaboration, infrastructure development, Texas Economic Development Office, workforce development, unemployment benefits, state average unemployment rate, benefit year, economic support, Texas Workforce Commission, property owners' association, free speech, assembly rights, government officials, political candidates, floodplain, landlord, tenant
TX
Texas 89th Regular
S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs Mar 24th, 2025
S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- House Bill 1894 updates the Government Code Chapter 662 to designate November as Veterans' Month.
- Yes, I'm Al Henderson of the Dallas-Fort Worth chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen, and my position is in
- Platt Chapter, I am in support of HCR 92.
- This included the namesake of the Sakelove Chapter, Captain Claude R. Platt.
- That's just within our chapter.
Keywords:
Tuskegee Airmen, commemoration, African American history, civil rights, military recognition, veterans, mental health, Texas Veterans Commission, peer support, suicide prevention, community mental health, grant program, defense, grants, local government, economic support, community development, health and wellness, outdoor recreation, state land use
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
March 18, 2025 - 03:00 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- And ladies and gentlemen, the overall bill, Administrative Procedures, deals with Chapter 120.
- Chapter 120 is the overarching chapter that reviews all rules, administers how these rules are implemented
- fails to be ratified during that session, and it also requires each agency that issues licenses under Chapter
- You always, through Chapter 120, have a process to bring forward a grievance with a rule specifically
- To have a grievance filed against that particular bill under the auspices of Chapter 120.
Summary:
The Government Operations Subcommittee met and took up a long agenda of policy bills, local bills, and open government sunset review measures. The committee first heard HB 433 on administrative procedures, as amended by a strike-all that would create a five-year repromulgation process for agency rules, require review of guidance documents, add cost-benefit analysis requirements, and tighten licensing reporting. Members questioned whether the bill duplicated existing JAPC review functions and raised concerns about costs and the scope of agency authority, but the amendment was adopted and the bill was reported favorably 12-3.
The committee then approved HB 699, which increases penalties for certain traffic infractions when they result in a crash; CS/HB 404, a local bill updating the City of Tampa firefighters’ and police officers’ pension plan; HB 711, creating a statewide Spectrum Alert and law-enforcement training for missing children with autism; HB 4023, a local ethics-related charter change for the North Springs Improvement District; HB 583, requiring registration and disclosure for agents and organizations associated with foreign principals and foreign-supported political organizations; HB 251, recognizing International Holocaust Remembrance Day in Florida; and HB 749, extending medical benefits for firefighters who suffer catastrophic injuries during training. Most of these bills drew supportive testimony and were reported favorably by unanimous or near-unanimous votes.
The committee also considered several OGSR/open-records measures. PCB GOS-25-04 preserved exemptions for public safety communications system infrastructure records, PCB GOS-25-05 aligned cybersecurity-records sunset dates to October 2, 2026, and PCB GOS-25-06 narrowed exemptions for certain records held by the Department of Financial Services as receiver for insolvent insurers, making more information public. All three were reported favorably on 17-0 votes. The meeting adjourned after the final roll call.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- tsunami, or earthquake proclaimed by the governor to constitute a state of emergency pursuant to chapter
- tsunami, or earthquake proclaimed by the governor to constitute a state of emergency pursuant to chapter
- tsunami, or earthquake proclaimed by the governor to constitute a state of emergency pursuant to chapter
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Summary:
The Judiciary Committee met in decision-making only session and took up a series of bills, mostly approving them with amendments. SB 1032 on campaign finance passed with amendments to change the certification process for business entities, add a severability-type provision if foreign-influence conditions are struck down, and note a related Minnesota federal case. SB 401 on firearms passed with amendments to exclude shotguns, grandfather legally registered devices in place as of the effective date, and add committee report findings; SB 382 on procurement confidentiality passed as is; SB 598 extending deadlines for administrative driver’s license revocation review decisions passed as is; SB 771 on HHFDC board leadership passed as is; and SB 1318 clarifying water pollution enforcement jurisdiction passed as is.
The committee also approved SB 1657 with an amendment removing authority to condemn public property, SB 1102 with an amendment making the Fire Council the source of nominees for the aircraft rescue fire fighting chief, and SB 100 with amendments replacing the original substance with a prohibition on fingerprinting nonprofit liquor-license board members during background checks and limiting the bill to counties under 500,000 population. SB 170 and SB 1296, both related to special management area exemptions for affordable housing and disaster-related reconstruction, passed with amendments incorporating Office of Planning, Sustainable Development, and Attorney General changes to narrow and clarify the exemptions.
Finally, SB 363, a cleanup bill related to firearm parts and ghost gun laws, was considered with amendments that deleted a proposed new penalty section, revised existing firearms statutes, removed an unnecessary definition, and expanded penalties to include indeterminate imprisonment terms. Despite the amendments, the measure was not adopted because the Vice Chair voted no. The committee then adjourned and announced a later joint hearing with Ways and Means.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- Title 36, Chapter 27, Article 2, by adding something to the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy.
- House Bill 2404, amending Title 36, Chapter 5, Article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding Section
- House Bill 2950, amending Title 48, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding Chapter 38, relating to special
- sections 49-151, 49-103, Arizona Revised Statutes, amending section 49-888, as amended by Laws 2023, Chapter
- 12, and Laws 2024, Chapter 70, relating to the Department of Environmental Quality.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- Senate Bill 1188 amends Section 36-1036, Chapter 27, Article 2, A.R.S., by adding something to the Arizona
- House Bill 2404 amends Title 36, Chapter 5, Article 1, A.R.S., by adding Section 36-503.05, relating
- House Bill 2950 amends Title 48, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding Chapter 38, relating to special
- 2986 amends Sections 9-511, 10-103, and 49-881, Arizona Revised Statutes, as amended by Laws 2023, Chapter
- 12, and Laws 2024, Chapter 70, relating to the Department of Environmental Quality.
Summary:
The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the prior journal, and several introductions of guests, including two young mayors visiting the chamber. Members then adopted House Resolution 2008 unanimously, honoring Daniel Cade Blackman, with extended remarks from his family and colleagues about his service, faith, and legacy. The House also took up a motion to reconsider SB 1456 from a prior date and proceeded into Committee of the Whole on multiple Senate bills.
In Committee of the Whole, members considered and amended SB 1170, SB 1496, SB 1511, SB 1016, SB 1335, and SB 1683, with each ultimately receiving a do pass recommendation. The discussion included a correction to SB 1170 to remove an unintended section, a municipal improvement district process change in SB 1016, an ag-to-urban water permitting fix in SB 1335, and a land-sale restriction involving China in SB 1683. The committee reports were adopted, and the bills were ordered for third reading as appropriate.
On third and final reading, the House passed SB 1188, SB 1560, and SB 1723, with recorded votes of 38-0-10, 48-2-10, and 51-0-9 respectively. The House also concurred in Senate amendments to HB 2265, HB 2404, HB 2950, and HB 2986, then passed those bills on final reading; members speaking in support highlighted court-fee policy, mental health crisis response, tourism improvement areas, and water infrastructure savings. The chamber then announced a Republican caucus meeting and adjourned until 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2026.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Children, Families, and Elder Affairs Jan 27th, 2026
Children, Families, and Elder Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- The strikehold moves the focus from Chapter 751 to Chapter 39 to deal with substance misuse and potential
- The strikehold moves the focus from Chapter 751 to Chapter 39 to deal with substance misuse and potential
- This removes the reference to Chapter 287 and mirrors language used for CBCs within DCF.
Keywords:
child welfare, substance abuse, neglect, parental rights, drug exposure, Medicaid, disabilities, employment, healthcare access, income eligibility, veteran benefits, minor clients, financial assistance, education services, Department of Children and Families, Department of Health, aging services, disability assistance, long-term care, Alzheimer's support
Summary:
The committee considered several bills affecting children, disability services, aging, recovery residences, and foster youth benefits. SB 1016 codified the working people with disabilities program for Medicaid waiver recipients, with amendments removing automatic enrollment and improving information sharing between agencies; advocates testified that the program helps people with developmental disabilities work while keeping needed care, though they raised implementation and training concerns. The bill was reported favorably. SB 1002, as amended, clarified that evidence of acute or chronic parental drug abuse can constitute harm or neglect in child welfare cases and allow court intervention and treatment requirements; it was also reported favorably. SB 1594 would preserve veterans’ benefits for foster youth for postsecondary education or aftercare rather than using them as reimbursement to the agency, and it passed favorably. SB 1630 modernized aging and long-term care statutes, expanded emergency service authority, updated oversight of area agencies on aging and guardianship, and permanently established the Florida Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence; after two amendments, it was reported favorably. SB 1030, on recovery residences/substance abuse services, was amended with a substitute that narrowed transfer definitions, sped licensure for existing providers adding levels of care, and limited credentialing entities’ access to resident records; members noted it remained a work in progress, but it was reported favorably.
The committee also held confirmation hearings. Robert Astellos, nominated as Director of the Agency for Persons with Disabilities, described efforts to reduce the pre-enrollment list, improve transparency and customer service, expand family involvement, and streamline agency processes; multiple advocacy groups appeared in support, and the committee recommended his confirmation. The committee then unanimously recommended confirmation of the appointees on tabs 7 through 10. The meeting concluded with adjournment.
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
January 20, 2026 - 09:30 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- Before you is a bill that repeals Chapter 205 in Florida Statute, Local Business Tax, also known as Business
- Thank the sponsor for his time in discussing our concerns with the repeal of Chapter 205 as it is included
- legislature in their wisdom decided to give local governments a general fund taxing authority known in Chapter
- Business tax rates vary widely on average annually and so Chapter 205 contemplates this by limiting rate
- I am here on behalf of the National Waste and Recycling Association Florida Chapter.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
Capital Project Overview Committee (04/14/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- requesting permission to transfer $221,632 from five completed capital projects to capital project chapter
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Summary:
The Capital Project Overview Committee approved the February 24 minutes and then voted to confirm Senator Mark Maki as vice chair. The committee next took up DAS request CAP 25004, which sought permission to use the remaining $713,667 from a $7 million appropriation for the purchase of 25 Hall Street to address deficiencies identified in an engineering study. DAS explained the building was bought for $6.25 million after the study revealed issues, and the funds would be used first for the most urgent repairs, especially the roof. In response to questions, DAS said the roof estimate was about $560,000, with other estimated needs including a skylight at $288,000, plumbing at $59,000, HVAC at $325,000, and electrical work at $547,000; the committee approved the request.
The committee then considered CAP 25005, another DAS request to transfer $221,632 from five completed capital projects to the Hillsborough County South cell block renovation project. DAS said the project had been identified years earlier, had only recently entered design, and now appeared likely to cost more than the original appropriation because of inflation and delay. Senator Lang asked whether the transfer would be enough, and DAS responded that there was no final estimate yet but they hoped to engineer the project to fit the available funds. The committee approved the transfer.
Later, the committee welcomed Senator Maki, who accepted the vice chair position. Under other business, members discussed a prior proposal in HB 2 that would have changed reporting from quarterly to annual; the committee was told the amendment had been made so that change would not go forward, and that the relevant section remained in HB 25 because it corrects capital budget language in multiple places. The committee set its next meeting for June 30 at 9:00 a.m. and requested that the Liquor Commission attend to discuss the 90/95 sale of property. The meeting then adjourned.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Trade, Workforce & Economic Development Apr 9th, 2025
Trade, Workforce & Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- The property code chapter 51 governs liens on real property. and authorizes trustees and sub-trustees
- was a Texas Attorney General's opinion that found a corporate entity qualifies as a person under Chapter
- So, HB 5- 576 clarifies property the property code chapter 51 by leveraging the definition of person
- My name is Charlotte Young and I'm testifying on behalf of auction.com Texas Property Code Chapter 51
- Representative Shaheen's bill would therefore codify the this definition of person into property code chapter
Bills:
HB74, HB175, HB460, HB576, HB2271, HB2294, HB2874, HB3016, HB3133, HB3191, HB3458, HB3929, HB4063, HB4115, HB4394, HB74, HB175
Keywords:
Puerto Verde, Port Authority, eminent domain, bonds, tax assessments, economic development, infrastructure, transportation, public welfare, child care, certifications, Texas Rising Star Program, grant program, disability inclusion, family income, affordability, economic impact, state study, cost analysis, government support