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• HARRY FIRST STREET BY SENATOR DAVIS. YOU ARE RECOGNIZED TO EXPLAIN YOUR BILL.
• HARRY IMMIGRATED TO JACKSONVILLE IN 1953 WITH HIS MOTHER AND BROTHER FRED.
• HARRY ALSO MADE HIMSELF A RESOURCE, A LEADER AND A FRIEND TO DO ALL COUNTY.
• AND DUVALL COUNTY AS HARRY FIRST STREET AND DESIGNATES THE DEPARTMENT TO CREATE SUITABLE MARKERS TO HONOR
• AND 4TH ST., NORTH OF PINELLAS COUNTY AS SENATOR JAMES A MEMORIAL HIGHWAY.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• Clerk: Representative Harris. Rep. Harris: Yes. Clerk: Representative Hodgers. Rep. Hodgers: Yes.
• Representative Harris, you are recognized. Rep. Harris: Thank you, Madam Chair.
• Sabrina: Representative Harris. Representative Harris: Yes. Sabrina: Representative Hodgers.
• Clerk: Representative Harris. Rep. Harris: No. Clerk: Representative Hodgers. Rep. Hodgers: Yes.
• Clerk: Representative Harris. Rep. Harris: No. Clerk: Representative Hodgers. Rep. Hodgers: Yes.

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• To honor Parker County, one of the greatest counties in Texas, today is Parker County Day in the Texas
• HB 3719 by Frank addresses the jurisdiction of County Courts in Wichita County.
• HB 3720 by Thompson relates to the construction of bridges in Harris County for the Committee on Transportation
• For the Subcommittee on County and Regional Government, HB 3733 relates to the fees charged by county
• HB 3808 by Harris.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• Deal with in Harris County.
• we do get to hear about Harris County.
• In fact, Harris County is already on our schedule.
• We're going to come on site to Harris County and do a workshop with Harris County on Senate Bill 2753
• We're going to come on site to Harris County and do a workshop with Harris County on Senate Bill 2753

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• Representative Harry Gther votes yes. Representative Muse votes yes.
• The Merrimack County Attorney had a problem with it.
• <00:52:58.839> Attorney this bill uh the marac County Attorney this bill uh the marac County
• enforcement people and and a county enforcement people and and a county attorney<00:53:52.359>
• yes representative Harry GTH no yes representative Harry GTH no representative<01:09:13.319> muse<

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Mama's not gonna live in a county.
• They're in the southern sector of Dallas County.
• We have 40 locations in Harris County, all of which are specifically placed in areas of high socioeconomic
• So Ben Taub is a Level 1, only one of two Level 1s in the, uh, in Harris County.
• Well, I'm a Harris County, uh, member, so that's why I'm asking for my own stuff here while he's here

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• Harris and his team and Mr.
• Smith and our county fairs.
• I went to the Los Angeles County Fair when I was a kid.
• And John Harris, the late John Harris, was one of our board members after his passing.
• And John Harris, the late John Harris, was one of our board members after his passing.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• County Day.
• Please stand if you're from Chambers County. Amazing showing Chambers County. Mr.
• Members, today is Lufkin Angelina County Nacogdoches, Nacogdoches County Days at our state Capitol.
• Responsible for the prosperity and progression of our counties and our surrounding counties within my
• Michael Fozzie Terrabe of Sour Lake in my home county of Hardin County.

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• Harris to explain the resolution.
• County Day.
• Chambers County is a place.
• It's an honor to represent Angelina County here in the Texas House, the only county in Texas.
• Michael Fozzie Tarabay of Sour Lake in my home county of Hardin, Hardin County.

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• Lucie County, and then my wonderful friends from Martin County said, why can’t you be as good as Representative
• the county?
• the county?
• Representative Harris, follow up? Not right now. Thank you. Okay.
• So we have Matthew Graham from the Marion County Board of County Commissioners, who waives in support

Summary: The Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee heard and passed two measures before receiving a staff presentation on the local bill process and local delegation meetings. HB 4007, by Rep. Snyder, would cap reimbursement for certain inmate emergency medical services in Martin County at 110% of the Medicare rate, with a higher cap if a provider shows it is operating at a loss. Snyder said the bill is intended to create predictability and save taxpayer dollars; members asked about fiscal effects and whether other counties could adopt similar language. Public testimony came in support from Martin County and related local officials, and the bill was reported favorably by a 17-0 vote. The committee also passed HM 4005, by Rep. Daly, which urges Congress to increase Florida National Guard force structure. Daly argued Florida’s troop allocation is outdated and inadequate for the state’s population and disaster demands, contributing to burnout and recruiting problems. Members asked about the basis for the current allocation, possible budget and infrastructure impacts, and the National Guard’s needs; there was no opposition or public testimony, and the memorial was reported favorably by a 17-0 vote. After the votes, Reps. Holcomb and Kendall gave a detailed presentation explaining how local bills differ from general laws, constitutional limits on local legislation, required local delegation meetings and notice, certification and economic impact forms, and amendment procedures. Members asked several process questions, including about multi-county delegations and Miami-Dade’s special status. The meeting ended with a few recognitions and adjournment before session.

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• here, Eaves, Fetgatter, Ford here, Fugate, Gann here, George, Guy, Grego, Hall here, Hardin here, Harris
• here, Hasenbeck, Hays here, Hefner here, Hill, Gordon here, Harris here, Hasenbeck, Hasenbeck, Hays
• With a 29-2 record, Corey Harris with a 23-2 record, and Kelsey Luker with a 25-2 record.
• We also have state runners-up Kylie Trans Harris, Dakota Harris, Terrilyn Banner, and Paige Wayne Scott
• Her projects include raising cattle in both Pawnee and Osage counties.

Bills: HR1052, SB2184, SB171

Keywords: 4-H, youth development, community service, education, volunteering, Oklahoma, statutory revision, consolidation, law amendment, emergency legislation, legal clarity, SB171, state government, Capitol security, peace officer commission, legislative security, Department of Public Safety, Commissioner of Public Safety, President Pro Tempore, Speaker of the House

Summary: The House convened, the clerk called the roll, and members proceeded through prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and routine floor business. The chamber recognized a number of guests and groups, including family members of members, Horizon Bankers from the Oklahoma Community Bankers Association, the Edmond Democratic Women’s Group, the Red Oak basketball team, the Union wrestling teams, the Doctor of the Day, and a Peruvian consul general and guest commemorating U.S.-Peru diplomatic relations. The House also announced Earth Day-related activities and 4-H Day at the Capitol. A major focus of the day was 4-H. House Resolution 1052 was presented and adopted without objection, proclaiming April 22, 2026, as the 27th annual Oklahoma 4-H Day at the Capitol. Two 4-H members, Cian Tarafet and Kate Sherrill, addressed the chamber about the program’s impact on leadership, citizenship, workforce readiness, and community engagement. Members and program leaders also recognized the contributions of extension agents, land-grant universities, and 4-H participants across the state. The House also held several special presentations honoring student achievements and public service. Kane Lee of Sand Springs was cited for calling 911 and helping calm students during a school bus medical emergency. The Red Oak basketball team and the Ponca City High Steppers were recognized for state and national championships, and the Union girls wrestling program was honored for multiple state titles. Representative Ken LaTrell delivered a farewell address reflecting on his legislative service, veterans’ issues, tribal policy, energy work, and family, with members offering remarks in response. No substantive legislation beyond the 4-H resolution was debated in the transcript, and the only formal action recorded was unanimous adoption of H.R. 1052. The House then adjourned until Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 9:30 a.m.

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• Gwen Harris, Ms. Bianca Harris Perine, Mr. Brian McRae, and Ms. Cassandra Mackoy. Any objections?
• Also, we have Excel Academy from Calhoun County, a guest of the Calhoun County delegation.
• And out of that too, each counties.
• We're not a large county, and so it's very impactful to a county like ours to be able to breed, grow,
• They go to any county in the state; it will test to any county in the state, it will test positive.

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• Garcia of Bexar County because it's important. on motion of Ms.
• of the fast growth experience that is happening in Montgomery County.
• The strength of Montgomery County and East Montgomery County is its people. They stand together.
• HB 605 by Jones of Harris relating to the authority of the Harris County Hospital District to employing
• Officers refer the subcommittee on county and regional government.

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• Two of them that really helped Harris County last time, and so I appreciate that.
• I think I'm the only person on the committee from Harris County. Right, I think so.
• So it really is an each. person's interest to help us out statewide but help us out in Harris County
• And we went to Voter Central at Harris County, and they were.
• That did apply only to Harris County and did away with the election.

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• The Chair recognizes the Honorable Zephronia Thompson of Harris County to lead the Pledge to the Texas
• The chair recognizes the Honorable Christina Morales of Harris County to nominate Ana Maria Rodriguez
• Christina Morales: The chair recognizes the Honorable Christina Morales of Harris County to nominate
• The chair recognizes the Honorable Yolanda Jones of Harris County. 241 Democrats, we are at a crossroads
• The chair recognizes the Honorable Lacey Hall of Harris County to make the final seconding speech for

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• County, West Harris County, East... ...supplying North Harris County, West Harris County, East Fort
• County, all the way into Fort Bend County. ...from Lake Houston all the way across Harris County, all
• , Harris County area, and so it’s very difficult.
• I'm Stephanie Peters representing Harris County MUD 70.
• I am a constituent of MUD 558 in Harris County.

Summary: The committee heard testimony first from the Texas General Land Office and School Land Board. GLO officials described the agency’s role in managing more than 13 million acres of state lands and mineral interests for the Permanent School Fund, overseeing the Alamo, coastal programs, veterans’ services, and federal disaster recovery. They said the agency has generated about $6 billion for the Permanent School Fund since Commissioner Buckingham took office, and that its disaster recovery portfolio is about $14 billion across multiple events, with more than 22,000 housing units rebuilt or reconstructed since Hurricane Harvey. Members asked about land purchases such as Brewster Ranch, rare earth mineral leasing, SpaceX-related beach access, and whether the lands are public access lands; GLO staff said the holdings are managed to maximize revenue for education, that most land is leased rather than open to public access, and that they are coordinating on coastal access and compliance. On the School Land Board, members sought clarification on the difference between GLO-managed lands and the Permanent School Fund Corporation’s investment role, and staff explained that GLO generates the revenue while the separate corporation invests it. No votes or formal actions were taken. The Board for Lease of University Lands then testified. University Lands officials explained that they steward 2.1 million acres of surface and mineral interests in West Texas for the Permanent University Fund, which supports UT and Texas A&M institutions. They said a 2025 lease sale produced about $50 million in bonus revenue from 28,000 acres, and described the Board for Lease’s role in approving lease forms, lease sales, and development agreements. Members asked about the size and use of the PUF, how distributions work through UTIMCO, whether PUF money can be used for athletics, and how the land is managed; the witness said the fund is a constitutional endowment, the land is largely leased rather than sold, and distributions are generally used for buildings, labs, and other permanent structures, with some institutions also using a portion for operations. No votes or formal actions were taken. The committee then took up municipal utility districts. Testimony from a law firm, the Texas Municipal League, Fort Bend County Commissioner Vincent Morales, and Johnson Development largely supported MUDs as a financing tool for infrastructure tied to growth. Witnesses said MUDs help fund water, sewer, drainage, roads, parks, and related infrastructure, allowing development to proceed without shifting costs to existing taxpayers and helping keep housing affordable. They emphasized that MUDs are created with disclosure to homebuyers, are subject to the Open Meetings Act and Public Information Act, and are overseen by TCEQ for bond issuance and related financial stress tests. Members questioned whether MUDs are taxing entities, whether they can be created inside city limits or ETJs, how much control cities and counties retain, and whether MUDs are becoming permanent local governments; witnesses acknowledged they levy taxes and debt, can exist within city limits with city consent, and often function as long-term local entities. The committee did not take any formal action during the hearing.

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• Chair Harris here.
• and Medina counties.
• And they range from Orange County up to Hunt County where the reservoir, the river basin starts.
• Growth in, in Orange County all the way up to Hunt County and Sabine County, Trent County, Saint Augustine
• , Newton County.

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• Chair Harris here.
• Good morning, Chairman Harris and members of the committee.
• And this is multi-counties in the regions that you're talking about. Yes sir.
• We work with public entities, typically cities, counties, water districts.
• Thank you, Chairman Harris. Thank you, committee members.

Bills: SB 7

Keywords: water infrastructure, financial assistance, Texas Water Development Board, water supply, environmental sustainability

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• Have the Board of County Commissioners of Palm Beach County voted on this issue?
• discussed with the county administrator of Palm Beach County, as the Trump family has.
• I represent Palm Beach County, the county in question.
• in Palm Beach County.
• , municipality, or county.

Bills: S0092, S0110, S0192, S0212, S0260, S0350, S0394, S0422, S0434, S0442, S0484, S0546, S0556, S0684, S0696, S0706, S0748, S0786, S0820, S0824, S0838, S0840, S0848, S0856, S0962, S1000, S1014, S1036, S1050, S1054, S1080, S1118, S1134, S1338, S1480, S1500, S1506, S1622, S1724

Keywords: employee protections, whistleblower, retaliation, public trust, ethics complaint, Commission on Ethics, Public Employees Relations Commission, public employee, local government attorney, public officer, adverse personnel action, protected disclosure, whistleblower retaliation, state agency, independent contractor, public employment, civil service, reinstatement, back pay, front pay

Summary: The Committee on Rules met with a quorum and considered a long agenda of bills, many of them retained from the prior week. The most debated measure was CS for SB 706, which would preempt naming of major commercial service airports to the state and designate Palm Beach International Airport as the Donald J. Trump International Airport, subject to FAA approval and a trademark agreement. Amendments were offered and rejected, including proposals to prevent private financial benefit from the naming. Several senators spoke in opposition, citing concerns about naming an airport after a sitting president, lack of local input, and the trademark/licensing arrangement; supporters argued there was no cost to the airport and that the bill simply set a state naming policy. The committee reported the bill favorably after a roll call vote. The committee also reported favorably CS for SB 546 on conservation land notice requirements, CS for CS for SB 1014 on municipal utility service to properties outside city limits, CS for SB 1500 on uncontested probate proceedings, SB 962 on excluding farms from certain zoning definitions, and CS for SB 820 on problem-solving court reporting requirements. The committee then approved several bills from Senator DiCeglie and Senator Arrington. SB 840, addressing land-use regulations for local governments affected by natural disasters, was supported by local-government and environmental advocates who said it would restore local control after SB 180’s hurricane-related restrictions; the sponsor said it was intended to correct unintended consequences of last year’s law. CS for SB 856, requiring online listing platforms to show estimated ad valorem taxes on residential listings, was amended to exclude social media platforms and broaden liability protections; the sponsor and a county property appraiser described it as a consumer-transparency measure. CS for SB 110, clarifying homestead exemption treatment for long-term leases that end at death, was also reported favorably. The committee took up a controversial strike-all amendment to SB 212, which focused on public swimming pools and added residency and related restrictions for certain sex offenders and offenders on community control or probation. The amendment drew strong opposition from advocates and affected families, who argued it would worsen homelessness, impose broad geographic restrictions, and lack evidence of improving child safety; supporters said it was a targeted public-safety measure. Despite the objections, the committee reported the bill favorably. The committee also approved SB 684 on electronic signatures for total-loss vehicle and vessel titles, SB 394 on reinsurance intermediary managers, SB 434 on property tax assessment treatment for wind-hardening improvements, CS for CS for SBs 658 and 608 on water-safety requirements for rental properties with pools or nearby water, SB 748 on adding voting-rights restoration information to sentencing score sheets, and CS for SB 824 requiring school districts to inventory unimproved real property. The meeting ended while the committee was beginning SB 848 on stormwater treatment, with an amendment being introduced as the transcript cut off.

Bills: SB1423, SB1426, SB1502, SB1377, SB1983, SB1466, SB1645, SB1647, SB1847, SB1565, SB1562, SB1329, SB1383, SB1833, SB1555, SB1344, SB1839, SB1280, SB1832, SB2001, SB1405, SB2143, SB1989, SB1393, SB1392, SB1395, SB1400, SB1220, SB1516, SB1239, SB1531, SB1349, SB1221, SB1538, SB1309, SB1434, SB2108, SB2121, SB2171, SB2061, SB2112, SB2138

Keywords: Oklahoma Hospital Advisory Council, hospital licensure, public health, State Department of Health, State Board of Health, hospital regulations, healthcare regulation, hospital standards, hospital construction, hospital operations, stroke care, stroke system, emergency medical services, EMS transport, psychiatric treatment, chemical dependency treatment, substance use disorder, drug storage, pharmacy, quality indicators