SENATE — NOTICE — OF PUBLIC HEARING

SENATE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

COMMITTEE:     Economic Development 

TIME & DATE:   9:00 AM, Tuesday, September 22, 2026 

PLACE:         E1.016 (Hearing Room) 
CHAIR:         Senator Angela Paxton 

The Senate Committee on Economic Development will meet at 9 a.m. on

Tuesday, September 22 to hear invited testimony only on the following

interim charges:

Ensuring Local Hotel Occupancy Tax Accountability: Study the collection,

reporting, and use of state and local hotel occupancy tax revenues, and

review data and outcomes under the current legislative framework to assess whether it is operating as intended. Make recommendations to ensure the effectiveness of local incentives and safeguard long-term fiscal accountability.

Strengthening Oversight of Project Finance Zones: Study the fiscal impact

to the state of multiple project finance zones authorized within

individual cities under Chapter 351, Tax Code, and evaluate whether

requiring specific legislative approval for each newly proposed project

finance zone would strengthen accountability and protect state revenues.

Make recommendations to strengthen state oversight, prevent the

proliferation of zones, and protect state tax revenues from unauthorized

or inefficient use.

Preparing the Texas Workforce for AI (Artificial Intelligence): Study the

impact of AI on the Texas workforce and its implications for economic

competitiveness. Evaluate strategies to enhance workforce resiliency,

align educational pathways with evolving employer needs, and promote

private-sector-led innovation. Identify opportunities for upskilling and

the responsible adoption of emerging technologies to maximize employment

opportunities. Make recommendations to ensure the Texas labor market

remains a national leader in growth and opportunity.

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