The Texas House of Representatives is set to consider SB 1, the state budget, on April 10th. This session, known as "Budget Night," involves an extensive procedure that typically occupies a significant amount of time. House members often propose numerous amendments, each of which is debated on the floor leading to a vote to either approve or reject.

The debate over each amendment can vary in length, lasting from a few minutes to several hours. Additionally, parliamentary inquiries into the validity of certain amendments can further extend the debate time, with members remaining patient as these inquiries are resolved.

Once all amendments have been addressed, a vote on the bill in its entirety occurs. If approved, the bill moves to a conference committee comprising members of both the House and Senate. This committee negotiates the final version of the budget to be presented to the Governor for approval and signature.