Legislation authored by Mike Jackson

Includes legislation with Mike Jackson as the primary author for the 71st through 82nd Legislatures. For other types of authorship, search the Legislative Archive System.

82nd Regular Session
SB 2	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to certain economic and workforce development programs through which employers may receive grants and subsidies.
SB 252	Last Action: Committee report sent to Calendars Caption: Relating to the management, breeding, and destruction of deer and to procedures regarding certain deer permits.
SB 324	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the course levels offered by the University of Houston-Clear Lake.
SB 431	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/11 Caption: Relating to the use of fraudulent or fictitious military records; creating an offense.
SB 432	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/11 Caption: Relating to the penalty for failure to make a timely installment payment of ad valorem taxes on property in a disaster area.
SB 446	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to encumbrances that may be fixed on homestead property.
SB 447	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the regulation of solar energy devices by a property owners' association.
SB 497	Last Action: Placed on General State Calendar Caption: Relating to the construction or expansion of a wind-powered electric generation facility located near a federally owned or operated radar installation or military installation; providing an administrative penalty.
SB 498	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/11 Caption: Relating to the trapping and transport of surplus white-tailed deer.
SB 499	Last Action: Returned to Calendars Committee Caption: Relating to the identification of breeder deer by microchips.
SB 500	Last Action: Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec. Caption: Relating to the authority of the governing body of a local authority to impose a civil penalty for certain violations recorded by an automated traffic control system or a photographic traffic signal enforcement system.
SB 503	Last Action: Referred to Insurance Caption: Relating to coverage for certain towing and storage expenses under a motor vehicle insurance policy.
SB 563	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/11 Caption: Relating to the efficiency of the operations of, and certain information regarding services provided by, the Texas Workforce Commission; providing a criminal penalty.
SB 569	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/11 Caption: Relating to the rates charged by certain conservation and reclamation districts for potable water or wastewater service to recreational vehicle parks.
SB 638	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/11 Caption: Relating to the computation of a surplus credit for certain successor employing units.
SB 711	Last Action: Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar Caption: Relating to the confidentiality of certain identifying information regarding students of career schools or colleges and other educational entities; providing a criminal penalty.
SB 944	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the creation of an advisory committee to make recommendations to the commissioner of insurance regarding certain automobile insurance claims.
SB 1047	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the eligibility of an innovation and commercialization organization associated with the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center to receive funding from the Texas emerging technology fund.
SB 1048	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/11 Caption: Relating to the creation of public and private facilities and infrastructure.
SB 1069	Last Action: Postponed Caption: Relating to the Texas emerging technology fund reporting requirement.
SB 1070	Last Action: Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm. Caption: Relating to the composition of the permanent advisory committee to advise the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding the implementation of the ad valorem tax exemption for pollution control property.
SB 1071	Last Action: Referred to Government Organization Caption: Relating to the exchange of certain state property in Brazoria County by the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
SB 1072	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the sale of certain state property in Brazoria County by the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
SB 1073	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/11 Caption: Relating to rainwater harvesting systems that are connected to public water supply systems.
SB 1074	Last Action: Referred to Natural Resources Caption: Relating to water districts' authority to set rates and a presumption of validity.
SB 1075	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the regulation of plumbing.
SB 1104	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the operation, powers, and duties of ship channel districts.
SB 1105	Last Action: Referred to Education Caption: Relating to an allotment under the public school finance system for the cost of windstorm and hail insurance.
SB 1128	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the conduct and administration of elections.
SB 1151	Last Action: Considered in Calendars Caption: Relating to notice of utility rate increases.
SB 1175	Last Action: Committee report sent to Calendars Caption: Relating to the Texas Enterprise Fund and the Texas emerging technology fund.
SB 1176	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/11 Caption: Relating to the definition of a postsecondary program in regard to non-baccalaureate career schools and colleges.
SB 1205	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the application of the limit on appraised value of a residence homestead for ad valorem tax purposes to an improvement that is a replacement structure for a structure that was rendered uninhabitable or unusable by a casualty or by wind or water damage.
SB 1300	Last Action: Committee report sent to Calendars Caption: Relating to insurer restrictions regarding repair of a motor vehicle covered under an insurance policy.
SB 1315	Last Action: Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec. Caption: Relating to the regulation of boat manufacturers, distributors, and dealers; providing a civil penalty.
SB 1712	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to providing notice of foreclosure to certain lien holders.
SB 1889	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and to the resolution of certain disputes concerning claims made to that association.
SJR 19	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Proposing a constitutional amendment permitting an encumbrance to be fixed on homestead property for an obligation to pay certain property owners' association fees and fines without permitting the forced sale of the homestead.
SR 202	Last Action: Again read Caption: Recognizing the Texas Economic Development Council on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.
SR 203	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing the Pasadena Volunteer Fire Department for 80 years of service to its community.
SR 265	Last Action: Again read Caption: Recognizing February 16, 2011, as Ellington Field Day at the State Capitol.
SR 266	Last Action: Again read Caption: Recognizing the National Aeronautics and Space Administration for its accomplishments in the State of Texas.
SR 319	Last Action: Again read Caption: Recognizing February 23 and 24, 2011, as Pearland Day at the State Capitol.
SR 441	Last Action: Again read Caption: Recognizing March 8, 2011, as Brazoria County Day at the State Capitol.
SR 449	Last Action: Again read Caption: Recognizing March 9, 2011, as Texas Chemicals Day at the State Capitol.
SR 477	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Sharon Li of Manvel on being named a top youth volunteer in Texas in the 2011 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program.
SR 478	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of Phillip McClanahan Hopkins, Sr., of Tiki Island.
SR 479	Last Action: Printed in full Caption: In memory of Lynn Levin Cantini of Galveston.
SR 483	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of Lewis Edward Cook III.
SR 508	Last Action: Again read Caption: Recognizing the National Aeronautics and Space Administration for its leadership and accomplishments in the State of Texas.
SR 559	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Leadership Friendswood for its contributions to the community.
SR 560	Last Action: Again read Caption: Recognizing the Deer Park Chamber of Commerce for its work in behalf of its community.
SR 563	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing James R. Borup on the occasion of his retirement as a Galveston-Texas City Pilot.
SR 567	Last Action: Again read Caption: Recognizing the Pearland High School Oilers football team for winning the 2010 Class 5A Division I state championship title.
SR 631	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Marian Thomas for her service to Communities In Schools of Galveston County.
SR 632	Last Action: Again read Caption: Recognizing Christopher Fields of the Lakeview Police Department for his service to his community.
SR 668	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of Charles Durham Nash of Austin.
SR 675	Last Action: Again read Caption: Recognizing the Pearland High School girls' softball team for winning the University Interscholastic League Class 5A state championship title for 2010.
SR 687	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Ruth Hinkle Kicklighter on the occasion of her retirement from La Porte High School.
SR 777	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Jesse Anthony Shipman on the occasion of his high school graduation.
SR 778	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Andrew Micah George on the occasion of his high school graduation.
SR 779	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Rachael Ann Hailey on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 780	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Cassandra Dawn Rhodes on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 781	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Bailey Lane Stephenson on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 782	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Erika Beatriz Gutiérrez on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 783	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Rebecca Louise Crim on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 784	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Danielle Denise Crutcher on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 785	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Kori Christian Polston on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 786	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Toni Annette Dockens on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 787	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Olivia Rebekah Moore on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 788	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Hannah Rebekah Stoltenberg on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 789	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Madison Lanae Marquez on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 790	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Allison Renee Leigon on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 791	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Danica Brett Yates on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 792	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Supporting a public education campaign on the importance of folic acid in the diets of women of childbearing age.
SR 817	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Ben Meador for his service to San Jacinto College.
SR 818	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Jerome McKown on the occasion of his retirement from the La Porte Police Department.
SR 819	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing the Texas Bay Area Credit Union on the occasion of its 75th anniversary.
SR 858	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing James E. Elliott on the occasion of his retirement from the United States Coast Guard.
SR 864	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Welcoming the doctors of chiropractic who are visiting our state from Japan.
SR 937	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Madison Jewel Gee of Lake Jackson on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 984	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing the Space Center Intermediate Band for being awarded the Sudler Cup by the John Philip Sousa Foundation.
SR 1001	Last Action: Again read Caption: Recognizing Eugene A. Cernan for his service to the nation as a naval aviator and astronaut.
SR 1033	Last Action: Again read Caption: Recognizing Mickey Gilley for his career in country music.
SR 1174	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Jimmy and Peggy Burke on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary.
SR 1256	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2457.
82nd 1st Called Session
SR 30	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing the Santa Fe High School Lady Indians softball team for winning the Class 4A state championship title.
SR 31	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Barbara Meeks on being elected chair of the Galveston County Republican Party.
SR 111	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Jimmy M. Holland on the occasion of his retirement from the Friendswood Police Department.
SR 112	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Barbara Meeks for being elected chair of the Galveston County Republican Party.
81st Regular Session
SB 309	Last Action: Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures Caption: Relating to the licensing and regulation of amusement redemption machines at certain locations; providing penalties.
SB 310	Last Action: Referred to State Affairs Caption: Relating to the forfeiture of property related to certain gambling offenses.
SB 311	Last Action: Referred to Criminal Justice Caption: Relating to the criminal offenses applicable to gambling and gambling devices.
SB 403	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Relating to the regulation of solar energy panels by a property owners' association.
SB 560	Last Action: Referred to Finance Caption: Relating to the computation of taxable margin for purposes of the franchise tax by certain taxable entities.
SB 561	Last Action: Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec. Caption: Relating to the number of license plates to be issued for and displayed on a motor vehicle.
SB 562	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/09 Caption: Relating to the inclusion on the exterior of an ad valorem tax bill of a statement directing the United States Postal Service to return the bill if it is not deliverable as addressed.
SB 563	Last Action: Placed on General State Calendar Caption: Relating to the designation of a candidate as an incumbent on a primary ballot.
SB 564	Last Action: Co-author authorized Caption: Relating to exempting from ad valorem taxation property used by certain nonprofit community business organizations to provide services to aid in the economic development of local communities.
SB 574	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to an exception to the wealth per student limitation for school districts that, as a result of natural disasters, are suffering financial hardship.
SB 590	Last Action: Referred to Ways & Means Caption: Relating to a requirement that the board of directors of an appraisal district develop a plan for reappraising property after a natural disaster.
SB 731	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/09 Caption: Relating to the sale of certain alcoholic beverages to private club registration permit holders.
SB 732	Last Action: Referred to Finance Caption: Relating to a franchise tax credit for employers that allow employees to telecommute.
SB 733	Last Action: Referred to Education Caption: Relating to electrical consumption by a public school district.
SB 734	Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce Caption: Relating to the board of directors of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
SB 1037	Last Action: Referred to Finance Caption: Relating to the franchise tax liability of certain taxable entities.
SB 1080	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/09 Caption: Relating to compliance with federal occupational safety and health standards in environmental enforcement.
SB 1109	Last Action: Referred to Insurance Caption: Relating to the regulation of stipulated premium insurance companies.
SB 1110	Last Action: Placed on Major State Calendar Caption: Relating to contracts by governmental entities and related professional services and to public works performance and payment bonds.
SB 1137	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to construction contract trust funds and the misapplication of those funds.
SB 1160	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the use of Texas Department of Transportation facilities or property to serve a project aiding security in a ship channel security district.
SB 1161	Last Action: Referred to Finance Caption: Relating to the computation of the franchise tax.
SB 1246	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to fees for certain licenses issued by the Parks and Wildlife Department.
SB 1293	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the duty of the General Land Office to clean, maintain, and clear debris from a public beach affected by a declared disaster.
SB 1294	Last Action: Referred to Finance Caption: Relating to the deadline for reallocating local sales and use taxes.
SB 1354	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/09 Caption: Relating to the licensing and regulation of plumbers.
SB 1410	Last Action: See remarks for effective date Caption: Relating to the licensing and regulation of plumbers and multipurpose residential fire protection sprinkler specialists; prohibiting municipal regulations requiring the installation of fire protection sprinkler systems in certain residences.
SB 1748	Last Action: Not again placed on intent calendar Caption: Relating to the issuance of a certificate for a municipal setting designation.
SB 1749	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the authority of a gas corporation to use a public right-of-way.
SB 1750	Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce Caption: Relating to the sale of certain alcoholic beverages to certain private club registration permit holders.
SB 1751	Last Action: Referred to State Affairs Caption: Relating to reimbursement under preferred provider benefit plans for services provided by licensed podiatrists.
SB 1752	Last Action: Not again placed on intent calendar Caption: Relating to the powers of certain development corporations related to Hurricane Ike disaster relief and to the validation of certain governmental acts or proceedings of counties affected by Hurricane Ike.
SB 1753	Last Action: Referred to Finance Caption: Relating to the procedure for reallocating local sales and use taxes.
SB 1857	Last Action: Referred to Higher Education Caption: Relating to the service areas of certain junior college districts.
SB 1859	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the exemption from the sales and use tax of boat slip rental fees charged at certain marinas severely damaged by Hurricane Ike.
SB 1860	Last Action: Not again placed on intent calendar Caption: Relating to animal shelter standards; providing a civil penalty.
SB 1920	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/09 Caption: Relating to the membership of the Advisory Board on Cosmetology.
SB 1921	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Relating to the office of county treasurer.
SB 1952	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the authorization of certain municipalities and counties to issue public securities for the financing of permanent improvements for use by an institution of higher education.
SB 1953	Last Action: Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm. Caption: Relating to authorizing the transfer of certain real property held by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
SB 1954	Last Action: 1 hr. notice-to suspend rules Caption: Relating to a temporary faculty license for chiropractic faculty.
SB 2009	Last Action: Referred to State Affairs Caption: Relating to service and disability retirement benefits and death benefits for rescue specialists.
SB 2272	Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce Caption: Relating to a lender's release of insurance proceeds.
SB 2379	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/09 Caption: Relating to responsibility and criminal penalties for certain violations committed by commercial oyster boat crews.
SB 2380	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/09 Caption: Relating to contracts for the disposal of dredged material from a portion of the Gulf Coast Intracoastal Waterway.
SB 2460	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 65; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
SB 2479	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation of the Country Place Management District; providing authority to impose an assessment, impose a tax, and issue bonds.
SB 2507	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation of the Harris County Improvement District No. 16; providing authority to impose an assessment, impose a tax, and issue bonds.
SB 2521	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 63; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
SB 2528	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Relating to the creation of the League City Improvement District; providing authority to impose an assessment, impose a tax, and issue bonds.
SB 2577	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/09 Caption: Relating to bariatric surgery coverage for state employees.
SCR 7	Last Action: Removed from local & uncontested calendar Caption: Designating the Texas toad as the official State Amphibian of Texas.
SCR 33	Last Action: Not again placed on intent calendar Caption: Granting Betty Bardwell permission to sue the State of Texas, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, and the Office of the Attorney General.
SCR 59	Last Action: Vetoed by the Governor Caption: Granting MBP Corporation permission to sue the Board of Trustees of the Galveston Wharves.
SJR 20	Last Action: Referred to Finance Caption: Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring any increase in a franchise tax rate to be approved by two-thirds of all the members elected to each house of the legislature.
SR 128	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing the La Porte Education Foundation's Global Studies Program China Project.
SR 244	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing February 25 and 26, 2009, as Pearland Days at the State Capitol.
SR 284	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending the members of the Brazoria County Cavalry.
SR 285	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Corby and Erin Brooks on the birth of their daughter, Emma Kate Brooks.
SR 286	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing the Butler Building in League City on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.
SR 287	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce and the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership and welcoming their members to the State Capitol.
SR 299	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing March 4 and 5, 2009, as NASA Space Days at the State Capitol.
SR 525	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing the Texas Council of Child Welfare Boards for its commitment to protecting Texas children.
SR 571	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing April 25, 2009, as Comcast Cares Day.
SR 572	Last Action: Again read Caption: Congratulating Emmitt Earl Fyles Thomas for his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
SR 681	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Shelby L'Rae Thomas on the occasion of her home school graduation.
SR 682	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Alysha Rae Eyestone on the occasion of her home school graduation.
SR 683	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Monica Abigail Mendoza on the occasion of her home school graduation.
SR 684	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Rebekah Mallory Grace Kidd on the occasion of her home school graduation.
SR 685	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Russell Zachary Langham on the occasion of his home school graduation.
SR 686	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Juliana Elizabeth Moore of Angleton on the occasion of her home school graduation.
SR 687	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Tiffani Ree Foley of Lake Jackson on the occasion of her home school graduation.
SR 688	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Charles Ryan Leigon of Lake Jackson on the occasion of his home school graduation.
SR 689	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Lesia Diane Wimberley on the occasion of her home school graduation.
SR 690	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Nathanael Isaiah Kidd on the occasion of his home school graduation.
SR 691	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Timothy Luke Hester on the occasion of his home school graduation.
SR 692	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Rachel Nicole Willis on the occasion of her home school graduation.
SR 693	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Kalyn Michelle Murphy on the occasion of her home school graduation.
SR 694	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Jarad Ryan Bowling on the occasion of his home school graduation.
SR 823	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Iris Baker for her 50 years of membership in the Senate Ladies Club.
SR 825	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Ruth Dies for her 50 years of membership in the Senate Ladies Club.
SR 826	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Bernice Traeger for her 36 years of membership in the Senate Ladies Club.
SR 827	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Betty Leedom for her 28 years of membership in the Senate Ladies Club.
SR 828	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Marjorie Henderson for her 26 years of membership in the Senate Ladies Club.
SR 829	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Donna Lyon for her 26 years of membership in the Senate Ladies Club.
SR 830	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Sue Sims for her 26 years of membership in the Senate Ladies Club.
SR 884	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing David L. Everson, Sr., on the occasion of his 10th anniversary as pastor of First Union Baptist Church in Galveston.
SR 1059	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Taylor Guterrez of Pearland on the occasion of her graduation from the Texas School for the Deaf.
80th Regular Session
SB 194	Last Action: Placed on General State Calendar Caption: Relating to the eligibility of certain individuals with terminally ill spouses for unemployment compensation.
SB 195	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the powers of a county, municipality, or local entity with respect to the regulation of traffic on highways under its jurisdiction.
SB 356	Last Action: Referred to Government Organization Caption: Relating to contracts by governmental entities for construction projects and related professional services and to public works performance and payment bonds.
SB 357	Last Action: Committee report sent to Calendars Caption: Relating to the establishment of a program by the Department of Agriculture to make grants to encourage the construction of facilities that generate electric energy with certain types of agricultural residues, waste, debris, or crops.
SB 358	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the regulation of solar energy panels by a property owners' association.
SB 619	Last Action: Withdrawn from schedule Caption: Relating to a firefighters' relief and retirement fund in certain municipalities.
SB 620	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the marking of oyster beds.
SB 751	Last Action: No action taken in committee Caption: Relating to the management of coastal public land.
SB 752	Last Action: Referred to Criminal Justice Caption: Relating to the punishment for the offense of theft committed during a natural disaster.
SB 774	Last Action: Referred to State Affairs Caption: Relating to liability of a governmental unit for certain recreational activities.
SB 775	Last Action: Reported favorably w/o amendment(s) Caption: Relating to an interim study concerning this state's hunting and fishing license systems.
SB 776	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to certain educational requirements applicable to the regulation of the practice of chiropractic.
SB 929	Last Action: Placed on General State Calendar Caption: Relating to workers' compensation subclaims.
SB 930	Last Action: Referred to Finance Caption: Relating to split payments of ad valorem taxes.
SB 931	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of certain property used to provide low-income or moderate-income housing.
SB 932	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the required contents of a voter registration certificate.
SB 933	Last Action: Not again placed on intent calendar Caption: Relating to the eligibility of certain Texas Rangers for burial in the State Cemetery.
SB 934	Last Action: Co-author authorized Caption: Relating to retirement benefits for retired Texas Rangers.
SB 1013	Last Action: Placed on General State Calendar Caption: Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas to regulate warning signs appurtenant to certain pipeline facilities; providing an administrative penalty.
SB 1159	Last Action: Committee report printed and distributed Caption: Relating to prohibition of certain insurer restrictions regarding repair of a motor vehicle covered under an insurance policy.
SB 1160	Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce Caption: Relating to coverage for certain towing and storage expenses under a motor vehicle insurance policy.
SB 1161	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the filing of a complaint or referral to juvenile court by a school district against a student for failing to attend school.
SB 1224	Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce Caption: Relating to the definition of normal wear in a service contract.
SB 1225	Last Action: Referred to Education Caption: Relating to publication of the annual financial statement by a school district.
SB 1317	Last Action: Committee report sent to Calendars Caption: Relating to prohibiting a municipality from enacting regulations on air pollution that apply outside its corporate limits.
SB 1344	Last Action: Withdrawn from schedule Caption: Relating to the powers and duties of the Angleton-Danbury Hospital District of Brazoria County, Texas.
SB 1473	Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce Caption: Relating to the operation and funding of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
SB 1474	Last Action: Withdrawn from schedule Caption: Relating to the creation of ship channel security districts by certain populous counties.
SB 1475	Last Action: Placed on General State Calendar Caption: Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
SB 1789	Last Action: Reported from s/c favorably with substitute Caption: Relating to the protection of coastal resources; providing for administrative penalties.
SB 1790	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the requirements for receiving approval to provide training to an owner of an on-site sewage disposal system using aerobic treatment in maintaining the system.
SB 1791	Last Action: Referred to State Affairs Caption: Relating to a review by the sunset commission of the eminent domain authority of special districts and the abolition of that authority unless continued by the legislature.
SB 1829	Last Action: Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Caption: Relating to fees for certain commercial licenses issued by the Parks and Wildlife Department.
SB 1836	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/07 Caption: Relating to the management and control of certain port improvements and facilities.
SB 1876	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Relating to the regulation of water and sewer utility systems in certain counties; providing a civil penalty.
SB 1910	Last Action: Referred to State Affairs Caption: Relating to workers' compensation fee guidelines.
SB 1996	Last Action: Referred to State Affairs Caption: Relating to the regulation of amusement redemption machines and the locations in which amusement redemption machines are operated; providing criminal penalties.
SB 1997	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation of the Galveston County Municipal Utility District No. 65; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting the power of eminent domain.
SB 1998	Last Action: Removed from local & uncontested calendar Caption: Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 509; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
SB 1999	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation of the NASA Area Management District; providing authority to impose an assessment, impose a sales and use tax, and issue bonds.
SB 2040	Last Action: Placed on General State Calendar Caption: Relating to coverage for bariatric surgical procedures for certain state employees.
SB 2056	Last Action: Referred to Natural Resources Caption: Relating to the creation of the Galveston Grand Beach Management District; providing authority to levy an assessment, impose a tax, and issue bonds.
SCR 65	Last Action: Committee report printed and distributed Caption: Granting Betty Bardwell permission to sue the State of Texas, The University of Texas Medical Branch of Galveston, and the Office of the Attorney General.
SJR 49	Last Action: Committee report sent to Calendars Caption: Proposing a constitutional amendment limiting the service of certain officeholders after the expiration of the person's term of office.
SR 180	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Travis Allan Bryan of Pasadena for establishing House of Brienne, Incorporated.
SR 238	Last Action: Again read Caption: Commending the Clear Creek Independent School District for receiving the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada.
SR 239	Last Action: Again read Caption: Commending the Clear Creek Independent School District Office of Public Information for winning an Emmy Award.
SR 240	Last Action: Again read Caption: Recognizing the Clear Creek Independent School District Board of Trustees for being selected as the 2006 Region 4 Outstanding School Board by the Region 4 Education Center in Houston.
SR 241	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Michael Griffin for receiving the 2007 Quasar Award from the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership.
SR 268	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending the National Aeronautics and Space Administration for its accomplishments.
SR 353	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing February 28, 2007, as Pearland Day at the State Capitol.
SR 354	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of the life of Lance Corporal William Lewis Miller of Pearland.
SR 355	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of Lance Corporal Ryan Adam Miller of Pearland.
SR 444	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Private First Class Michael Fletcher of Pasadena for his service to his country.
SR 445	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Texas Chiropractic College in Pasadena for its contributions to chiropractic education.
SR 482	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing March 20, 2007, as Brazoria County Day.
SR 562	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of Brooke Alyson Phillips.
SR 563	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Chaney and Jessica Phillips for establishing B.I.G. Love Cancer Care Services.
SR 597	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Robert George Bisby of Galveston for 50 years as a realtor.
SR 598	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Lee Otis Zapp, Jr., of Galveston for 50 years as a realtor.
SR 599	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Welcoming the Greater Angleton Chamber of Commerce 2007 Leadership Program to the State Capitol.
SR 600	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending David L. Everson, Sr., for his service to the First Union Baptist Church in Galveston.
SR 601	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of Henry Peter Porretto, Jr., of Galveston.
SR 778	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Jesse Aaron Schaatt of Angleton on the occasion of his home school graduation.
SR 779	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Bethany Michele Smith of Richwood on the occasion of her home school graduation.
SR 780	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Michael Anthony Lopez of West Columbia on the occasion of his home school graduation.
SR 781	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Mercedez Nikole Lopez of West Columbia on the occasion of her home school graduation.
SR 782	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Jeana Christine Moore of Lake Jackson on the occasion of her home school graduation.
SR 783	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Alanna Winfield for completing the Education in Action leadership training programs.
SR 784	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Jeannette Chin for completing the Education in Action leadership training programs.
SR 785	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Grace Li for completing the Education in Action leadership training programs.
SR 948	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Celebrating May 5, 2007, as Sir Stirling Moss Day in Texas.
SR 949	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Celebrating May 5, 2007, as Carroll Shelby Day in Texas.
SR 1044	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Larry and Linda Cernosek on the occasion of their 30th wedding anniversary.
SR 1107	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending the members of the Texas A&M University at Galveston offshore sailing team for their service to others.
SR 1108	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing the grand opening of the Historic Dickinson Railroad Center.
SR 1112	Last Action: Received by the Secretary of the Senate Caption: Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2261.
SR 1176	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1090.
SR 1207	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of the life of Vernon C. Payne.
SR 1220	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of Alma Loucille Smartt Lawler of La Porte.
79th Regular Session
SB 14	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/05 Caption: Relating to rates for certain property and casualty insurance and regulation of insurer market conduct.
SB 161	Last Action: Removed from local & uncontested calendar Caption: Relating to the food and fibers research grant program.
SB 370	Last Action: Removed from local & uncontested calendar Caption: Relating to expiration dates for certain licenses issued or renewed by the Department of Agriculture.
SB 371	Last Action: Not again placed on intent calendar Caption: Relating to the Interstate Pest Control Compact.
SB 372	Last Action: Removed from local & uncontested calendar Caption: Relating to fees for registration and inspection of certain fuel measuring and dispensing devices.
SB 373	Last Action: Removed from local & uncontested calendar Caption: Relating to the permitting of structures adjacent to littoral property.
SB 374	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the repeal of the statutory provision regarding the adoption and use by the Texas Water Development Board of a capital spending plan for certain state-funded water-related programs under the board's jurisdiction.
SB 405	Last Action: Not again placed on intent calendar Caption: Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Lottery Commission.
SB 406	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
SB 407	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/05 Caption: Relating to the continuation and functions of the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners; providing an administrative penalty.
SB 422	Last Action: Reason for vote recorded in Journal Caption: Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Education Agency and regional education service centers; providing a penalty.
SB 473	Last Action: Removed from local & uncontested calendar Caption: Relating to a prohibition on the regulation of emissions from residential water heaters.
SB 587	Last Action: Committee report sent to Calendars Caption: Relating to operation of certain machinery or equipment near high-voltage lines.
SB 588	Last Action: Referred to Environmental Regulation Caption: Relating to the publication of notice of intent to obtain a permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for a facility located or proposed to be located in certain populous counties.
SB 589	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to require a building permit for construction and renovation work on county-owned buildings and facilities.
SB 590	Last Action: Removed from local & uncontested calendar Caption: Relating to certificates of veterinary inspection.
SB 591	Last Action: Removed from local & uncontested calendar Caption: Relating to the inspection of livestock at livestock markets.
SB 592	Last Action: Committee report sent to Calendars Caption: Relating to the creation of a Texas Gulf Coast Legislative Working Group and a Multistate Gulf Coast Legislative Working Group.
SB 681	Last Action: Referred to Natural Resources Caption: Relating to the offense of failing to certify compliance of an underground storage tank before accepting delivery of the regulated substance to be stored in the tank.
SB 682	Last Action: Removed from local & uncontested calendar Caption: Relating to the development of an animal identification program; providing a criminal penalty.
SB 1023	Last Action: Refer to s/c on Ag & Coastal Resc by Pres Caption: Relating to the number of meetings of the Coastal Coordination Council held annually, rulemaking authority for the council to delegate routine functions to an executive committee, and the change in name of the Texas Natural Resources Conservation Commission to the Texas Council on Environmental Quality.
SB 1085	Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce Caption: Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
SB 1086	Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce Caption: Relating to the operations and funding of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association, including funding of coverage for certain catastrophic events through the establishment of a revenue bond program.
SB 1087	Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce Caption: Relating to reinsurance for insurance written by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
SB 1102	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the establishment of a program by the Department of Agriculture to make grants to farmers and diverters who provide agricultural biomass to facilities that convert biomass to electrical energy.
SB 1270	Last Action: Committee report printed and distributed Caption: Relating to the membership and terms of the board of directors of the Texas Environmental Education Partnership Fund.
SB 1271	Last Action: Effective in 90 days -- 8/29/05 Caption: Relating to fees for licenses issued by the Parks and Wildlife Department.
SB 1272	Last Action: Referred to Elections Caption: Relating to requirements for county election precincts.
SB 1273	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/05 Caption: Relating to the establishment of the Texas farm and ranch lands conservation program.
SB 1274	Last Action: Referred to Criminal Justice Caption: Relating to limiting the inspection of and the public disclosure or release of certain autopsy reports held by a justice of the peace or a medical examiner.
SB 1275	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the issuance of certain court orders to protect victims of family violence.
SB 1679	Last Action: Refer to s/c on Ag & Coastal Resc by Pres Caption: Relating to the requirements for packing oysters; providing a penalty.
SB 1680	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/05 Caption: Relating to the repeal of the Agriculture Resources Protection Authority.
SB 1681	Last Action: Co-author authorized Caption: Relating to the removal and collection of convenience switches from motor vehicles; providing penalties.
SB 1682	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Relating to complaints against certain police officers and fire fighters.
SB 1683	Last Action: Referred to Criminal Justice Caption: Relating to the punishment for the offense of burglary of coin-operated or coin collection machines.
SB 1800	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation of the Galveston County Municipal Utility District No. 60; providing authority to impose taxes and issue bonds; granting the power of eminent domain.
SB 1801	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation of the Galveston County Municipal Utility District No. 61; providing authority to impose taxes and issue bonds; granting the power of eminent domain.
SB 1802	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation of the Galveston County Municipal Utility District No. 62; providing authority to impose taxes and issue bonds; granting the power of eminent domain.
SB 1803	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation of the Galveston County Municipal Utility District No. 63; providing authority to impose taxes and issue bonds; granting the power of eminent domain.
SB 1804	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation of the Galveston County Municipal Utility District No. 64; providing authority to impose taxes and issue bonds; granting the power of eminent domain.
SB 1805	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation of the Galveston County Management District No. 1; providing authority to levy an assessment, impose a tax, and issue bonds.
SB 1806	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation of the West Ranch Management District; providing authority to impose a tax and issue a bond or similar obligation.
SB 1807	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the power and duties of the Galveston County Municipal Utility District No. 52.
SB 1808	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation of the Galveston County Municipal Utility District No. 54; providing authority to impose taxes and issue bonds; granting the power of eminent domain.
SB 1864	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/05 Caption: Relating to the powers of the Galveston County Municipal Utility District No. 51, including powers related to the construction, maintenance, operation, and financing of roads or turnpikes.
SB 1865	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/05 Caption: Relating to the creation of the Galveston County Municipal Utility District No. 53; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting the power of eminent domain.
SB 1866	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation of the Dickinson Management District No. 1; providing authority to impose an assessment, impose a tax, and issue bonds.
SB 1867	Last Action: Vetoed by the Governor Caption: Relating to the creation of the NASA Area Management District; providing authority to impose an assessment, impose a tax, and issue bonds.
SB 1871	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/05 Caption: Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 44; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting the power of eminent domain.
SB 1882	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/05 Caption: Relating to the creation of the Galveston County Municipal Utility District No. 67; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting the power of eminent domain.
SB 1885	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Relating to the creation of the Galveston Economic Development District; providing authority to impose a tax and issue a bond or similar obligation.
SR 12	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Tilman Fertitta on his induction into the Texas Business Hall of Fame.
SR 13	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Joel Coulter for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.
SR 14	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Declaring March 15, 2005, Brazoria County Day.
SR 15	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Bradley Koslan for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.
SR 97	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending C. T. "Tommy" Anderson of Santa Fe for his dedication to his work.
SR 105	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of Wesley Joel Canning of Friendswood.
SR 337	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of Nito R. Guajardo of Baytown.
SR 338	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of Grady Burke of Houston.
SR 370	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Grace DeForde of Friendswood for her selection as a State Honoree for 2005 in the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program.
SR 371	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Nicole Hanson of Houston for her selection as a Distinguished Finalist for 2005 in the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program.
SR 372	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Helen Crowder of La Porte for her selection as a recipient of the 2005 Gus Groos Humanitarian Award by the La Porte-Bayshore Chamber of Commerce.
SR 373	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing the Bayshore Medical Center of Pasadena for receiving the 2004 and 2005 HealthGrades Distinguished Hospital Award for Overall Clinical Excellence.
SR 374	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Declaring Tuesday, March 15, 2005, Brazoria County Day.
SR 382	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Joanna R. McNeil for earning a Girl Scout Gold Award.
SR 383	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Sunoco Chemicals employees Terry Champ, Ted Guth, James McMillan, Burl McBride, and Jay Garrett for saving the life of Art Jones.
SR 530	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Robert L. Moody and American National Insurance Company on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.
SR 531	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing G. Richard Ferdinandtsen and American National Insurance Company on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.
SR 554	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Big League Dreams Sports on the occasion of its grand opening in League City.
SR 577	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Clarence Sasser for his service to his country.
SR 578	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of Jack Wendel Coe.
SR 644	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Bill Bailey of Pasadena for his accomplishments.
SR 794	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of Norman Lee Malone of La Porte.
SR 836	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Tara Michelle Rhyne of Angleton on the occasion of her home school graduation.
SR 837	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Dana Marie Caldwell of Lake Jackson on the occasion of her home school graduation.
SR 838	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Katlyn Mae Raymer of Lake Jackson on the occasion of her home school graduation.
SR 839	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Christopher Sean Dunn of Angleton on the occasion of his home school graduation.
SR 840	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Lindsey Renee Backen of Sweeny on the occasion of her home school graduation.
SR 841	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Timothy Paul Gallion of Lake Jackson on the occasion of his home school graduation.
SR 842	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Lauren Christine Windle of Lake Jackson on the occasion of her home school graduation.
SR 843	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Sarah Beth Raymer of Lake Jackson on the occasion of her home school graduation.
SR 844	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Cody Ray Lebow of Lake Jackson on the occasion of his home school graduation.
SR 845	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Jonathan Benjamin Kidd of Angleton on the occasion of his home school graduation.
SR 896	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Corby and Erin Brooks on the birth of their son, William Carter Brooks.
SR 897	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Kerron Clement of La Porte for his record-breaking athletic achievements.
SR 944	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Stephan Eveland of Austin on the occasion of his graduation from the Texas School for the Deaf.
SR 945	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Joe Wiseman on the occasion of his retirement.
SR 946	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Raquel Salazar of Seabrook on the occasion of her graduation from the Texas School for the Deaf.
SR 947	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Carrie Holley of Dickinson on the occasion of her graduation from the Texas School for the Deaf.
SR 948	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Robin Gonzales of Seabrook on the occasion of her graduation from the Texas School for the Deaf.
SR 949	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Chris Sanders of Texas City on the occasion of his graduation from the Texas School for the Deaf.
SR 952	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating the winners of the 2005 Flooring America Dads Becoming Heroes Essay Contest and commending the Faithful Fathering Initiative in Texas.
SR 1091	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2309.
SR 1095	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2510.
SR 1096	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2793.
SR 1100	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 14.
79th 1st Called Session
SB 77	Last Action: Committee report printed and distributed Caption: Relating to the creation of municipal management districts by certain small municipalities; providing authority to impose an assessment or sales and use tax, and to issue bonds.
SR 57	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Lindsey Lee Shaver and Michael Christopher Harrison of Dallas on the occasion of their marriage.
SR 58	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Catherine Ann and Joseph Cherno Rothschild of Austin on the occasion of their first wedding anniversary.
SR 59	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Karin Morrison and Mark Breland on the occasion of their marriage.
79th 2nd Called Session
SB 35	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Relating to the creation of municipal management districts by certain small municipalities; providing authority to impose an assessment or sales and use tax, and to issue bonds.
79th 3rd Called Session
SR 43	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Cathrine Lorene Bundick of Old Ocean on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 44	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Emily Ryan Davis of Angleton on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 45	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Danielle Elizabeth Hanscheck on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 46	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Jasmine Cyre Kea of Angleton on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 47	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Ky Lynn Lebow of Lake Jackson on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 48	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing James Thomas Minshew of Clute on the occasion of his high school graduation.
SR 49	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Nolan Jacob Moore of Angleton on the occasion of his high school graduation.
SR 50	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Darla Renae Yates of Angleton on the occasion of her high school graduation.
SR 250	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Elizabeth Hamm of Houston on the occasion of her graduation from the Texas School for the Deaf.
SR 251	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Chris Castillo of Friendswood on the occasion of his graduation from the Texas School for the Deaf.
SR 252	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating David and Kristin McKeel on the birth of their daughter, Riley Christine McKeel.
78th Regular Session
SB 14	Last Action: See remarks for effective date Caption: Relating to certain insurance rates, forms, and practices; providing penalties.
SB 17	Last Action: Referred to Finance Caption: Relating to the income and cost methods of appraisal of real property for ad valorem tax purposes.
SB 18	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation and authority of the Baybrook Management District; providing authority to impose taxes and issue bonds.
SB 151	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/03 Caption: Relating to the recognition of foreign adoptions and the issuance of a supplementary birth certificate.
SB 214	Last Action: Referred to Infrastructure Dev & Security Caption: Relating to vehicles passing certain stationary emergency vehicles on a highway.
SB 270	Last Action: House appoints conferees-reported Caption: Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Lottery Commission.
SB 271	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/03 Caption: Relating to the regulation of riding stables.
SB 272	Last Action: Not again placed on intent calendar Caption: Relating to the continuation and functions of the State Bar of Texas.
SB 279	Last Action: See remarks for effective date Caption: Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, including certain functions transferred to the department from the Department of Agriculture and including certain functions transferred from the department to the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas; the financial responsibilities of valet parking services; and the powers and duties of the Department of Information Resources and the licensing authorities of this state regarding on-line license information; providing penalties.
SB 282	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/03 Caption: Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners; providing penalties.
SB 283	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/03 Caption: Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners, including functions affecting architects, landscape architects, and interior designers and to certain building codes; providing a criminal penalty.
SB 483	Last Action: Co-author authorized Caption: Relating to the statute of limitations for the offense of arson.
SB 580	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the execution of a writ of possession in certain circumstances.
SB 581	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/03 Caption: Relating to an optional discount in homeowners' insurance premiums for the use of an insulating concrete form system.
SB 703	Last Action: Laid on the table subject to call Caption: Relating to providing a uniform limit on the population of a county election precinct.
SB 704	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the maximum inmate population of a facility operated by a city or county.
SB 705	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the donation by a county of salvage and surplus property to a civic or charitable organization.
SB 706	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Relating to the fees for county records preservation and management.
SB 707	Last Action: Referred to Criminal Justice Caption: Relating to the punishment for the offense of attempted murder.
SB 708	Last Action: Placed on General State Calendar Caption: Relating to regulation of wild animals by counties and certain other authorities.
SB 709	Last Action: Laid on the table subject to call Caption: Relating to the ability of certain counties to use lease-purchase or licensing agreements.
SB 710	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/03 Caption: Relating to the share of the cost of a coastal erosion study or project required to be paid by a qualified project partner under an agreement with the commissioner of the General Land Office.
SB 711	Last Action: Left pending in subcommittee Caption: Relating to the application of the public information law to certain emergency preparedness plans of a county.
SB 712	Last Action: Referred to Finance Caption: Relating to an exemption from the sales and use tax for taxable items used in the performance of a space flight contract.
SB 713	Last Action: No action taken in committee Caption: Relating to notification requirements to maintain a suit against a county.
SB 767	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation of the Harris County Road Improvement District No. 1; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
SB 799	Last Action: Committee report printed and distributed Caption: Relating to the environmental regulation and remediation of certain dry cleaning facilities; providing penalties.
SB 934	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/03 Caption: Relating to use of certain environmental laboratory data and analysis by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
SB 935	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/03 Caption: Relating to fraternal organizations that are exempt from certain requirements of the Alcoholic Beverage Code.
SB 936	Last Action: Referred to Criminal Justice Caption: Relating to civil liability of alcoholic beverage providers for providing alcoholic beverages to certain individuals.
SB 937	Last Action: Referred to s/c on Agriculture Caption: Relating to the promotion of the shrimp industry of this state; and providing a source of funding.
SB 1068	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Relating to complaints against certain police officers and fire fighters.
SB 1069	Last Action: Referred to Criminal Justice Caption: Relating to court ordered payments by persons on community supervision.
SB 1070	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the procedures of the Texas Workforce Commission.
SB 1071	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/03 Caption: Relating to requirements for voluntary payments of unemployment compensation contributions.
SB 1072	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to judicial review of a Texas Workforce Commission decision in an unemployment compensation proceeding.
SB 1340	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Relating to a requirement that a county land surveyor approve or execute subdivision plats.
SB 1341	Last Action: Referred to County Affairs Caption: Relating to the duty of a seller to give notice of certain purchases of land; providing an administrative penalty.
SB 1342	Last Action: Referred to Infrastructure Dev & Security Caption: Relating to liability insurance required of a motor carrier transporting household goods in this state.
SB 1343	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/03 Caption: Relating to the regulation and operation of certain career schools and colleges.
SB 1344	Last Action: Committee report printed and distributed Caption: Relating to funding license buyback programs of the Parks and Wildlife Department.
SB 1345	Last Action: Referred to s/c by chair Caption: Relating to the issuance of Space Shuttle Columbia license plates to benefit the Aviation and Space Foundation of Texas.
SB 1346	Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce Caption: Relating to the regulation of tow truck lights by political subdivisions.
SB 1347	Last Action: Committee report sent to Calendars Caption: Relating to rate changes for insurance coverage written through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
SB 1348	Last Action: Committee report printed and distributed Caption: Relating to the designation of NASA Road 1 and Farm-to-Market Road 528 as the NASA Parkway.
SB 1350	Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce Caption: Relating to settlement of certain liability claims under an auto insurance policy.
SB 1351	Last Action: Referred to Natural Resources Caption: Relating to the land application of certain sludge.
SB 1352	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by a political subdivision of this state that is rented or leased for certain purposes.
SB 1426	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Relating to the minimum staffing for certain fire apparatus in certain fire departments.
SB 1427	Last Action: Referred to Criminal Justice Caption: Relating to the board composition, establishing a minimum rank for a designee, limiting the municipal court's representation on the board to one position, the election process for the sureties representative and the requirement for board members to read this chapter and the local polices adopted by the board.
SB 1428	Last Action: Referred to Education Caption: Relating to the operation of schools and school attendance.
SB 1755	Last Action: Referred to Finance Caption: Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston to finance biomedical research facilities and exempting the facilities financed by the bonds from prior approval by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
SB 1756	Last Action: Referred to Health & Human Services Caption: Relating to Medicaid incentive payments for direct nursing care provided by nursing homes.
SB 1757	Last Action: Referred to Health & Human Services Caption: Relating to the training required for a health care professional to safely perform spinal manipulation; providing a criminal penalty.
SB 1758	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by a political subdivision of this state that is rented or leased for certain purposes.
SB 1759	Last Action: Referred to Education Caption: Relating to the scheduling of spring break in public school districts.
SB 1760	Last Action: Referred to State Affairs Caption: Relating to the leasing of real property owned or controlled by a county to an elected state official.
SB 1761	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the potability of and requirements for removing contaminants from groundwater.
SB 1912	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation of the Harborside Management District; providing authority to impose taxes and issue bonds.
SB 1926	Last Action: No action taken in committee Caption: Relating to the creation of the Galveston Economic Development District; providing authority to impose taxes and issue bonds.
SCR 23	Last Action: Signed by the Governor Caption: Commending Herb Miller on his outstanding achievements in the Senior Olympics.
SCR 24	Last Action: Referred to State Affairs Caption: Directing the Texas Building and Procurement Commission to name the new public health laboratory building for Dr. Jesse Vernal Irons.
SCR 25	Last Action: Committee report printed and distributed Caption: Memorializing the United States government to improve the enforcement of food import restrictions on seafood imports.
SCR 43	Last Action: Signed by the Governor Caption: Extolling the benefits of space flight and of the importance in maintaining its support to continue the legacy of the space shuttle Columbia and her crew.
SCR 58	Last Action: Signed by the Governor Caption: In memory of Dean Neugent.
SCR 73	Last Action: Motion withdrawn Caption: Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make technical corrections to S.B. No. 14.
SCR 74	Last Action: Consideration withdrawn Caption: Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make technical corrections to S.B. No. 14.
SCR 75	Last Action: Signed by the Governor Caption: Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make technical corrections to S.B. No. 14.
SJR 60	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Proposing a constitutional amendment to provide for the exemption from ad valorem taxation of public property used for a public purpose, as defined by the legislature.
SR 17	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Kris Anne Vogelpohl on being named Person of Vision for 2003 by Prevent Blindness America.
SR 29	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Chief of Police Jerry Dale Purdon of Texas City on his retirement.
SR 44	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Galveston-Texas City Pilot Jack H. Smith on his retirement.
SR 68	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending BP Solvay Polyethylene North America for receiving the Voluntary Protection Program Star designation by the United States Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
SR 97	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of the crew members of the space shuttle Columbia.
SR 280	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Debra Dunham of La Porte for her service in behalf of La Porte's senior citizens.
SR 281	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Mae Smythe Elementary School in Pasadena for its accomplishment.
SR 359	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing March 18, 2003, as Brazoria County Day at the State Capitol.
SR 399	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing March 18, 2003, as Deer Park Day at the State Capitol.
SR 448	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing March 26, 2003, as Trucking Day at the State Capitol.
SR 597	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Gay and Bob Smither for their dedicated work on behalf of missing children.
SR 598	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Dr. Dana Carson for his service to his church, his fellow man, and his community.
SR 726	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending the Friendswood High School Academic Decathlon team.
SR 777	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending the visiting students and sponsors from James F. Bay Elementary School.
SR 834	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Lauren Michelle Wallace of Angleton for her accomplishments.
SR 835	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Lisa Vavricka for winning the Nicholas Green Award.
SR 836	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Karen Wheeler-Hall for winning first place in the Texas Medical Association's 2002 Excellence in Science Teaching competition.
SR 870	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Eddie and Doris Janek of Galveston on their 50th wedding anniversary.
SR 921	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of Sam Howard Bass, Jr., of Houston.
SR 922	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Dianne Thompson for her contributions to the role of women in politics.
SR 923	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of John E. Riley of La Porte.
SR 924	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Deborah Michelle Batts of West Columbia on her home school graduation.
SR 925	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Brad Wimberley of Sweeny on his high school graduation.
SR 926	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Nathan Lynn Charbula of El Campo on his home school graduation.
SR 927	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Joy Elizabeth Denton of Angleton on her home school graduation.
SR 928	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Justin Dale Rickey of Lake Jackson on his home school graduation.
SR 929	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating James Gerad Caldwell of Lake Jackson on his home school graduation.
SR 997	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Rebekah Baker and Amanda Hardy of Alvin for their part in the rescue of Chad Overton.
SR 1052	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 14.
78th 1st Called Session
SR 45	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Proclaiming September 21, 2003, Myositis Day in Texas.
SR 46	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Angela Hollman for her dedication to the Texas SuperCyclist Project.
78th 3rd Called Session
SB 25	Last Action: Filed Caption: Relating to certain projects under the Development Corporation Act of 1979.
SB 26	Last Action: Filed Caption: Relating to appropriating the fees collected by the Parks and Wildlife Department under House Bill No. 2470, Acts of the 78th Legislature, Regular Session, 2003.
SR 108	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending the Bay Area Council Boy Scouts of America for its service to young men.
78th 4th Called Session
SCR 6	Last Action: Committee report printed and distributed Caption: Memorializing Congress to fully fund the National Aeronautics and Space Administration in support of the Space Exploration Vision.
SR 61	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Jonathan Marshall Martin of Houston for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.
SR 124	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Gracie May Mahlke and James Paul Hatton on the occasion of their 60th wedding anniversary.
SR 125	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Matthew Ryan Harms for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.
SR 196	Last Action: Adopted Caption: Memorializing Congress to fully fund the National Aeronautics and Space Administration in support of the Space Exploration Vision.
77th Regular Session
SB 327	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the servicing of a portable fire extinguisher.
SB 328	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/01 Caption: Relating to the statute of limitations for purposes of prosecuting certain offenses involving injury to a child, elderly individual, or disabled individual.
SB 329	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the statute of limitations for certain offenses involving leaving the scene of an accident.
SB 330	Last Action: Referred to Health & Human Services Caption: Relating to the training required for a health care professional to safely perform spinal manipulation; providing a criminal penalty.
SB 417	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation, powers, and boundaries of certain municipal development districts.
SB 589	Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce Caption: Relating to the establishment of a flexibility rating system for directives sent by the Texas Workforce Commission to local workforce development boards.
SB 590	Last Action: Referred to State Affairs Caption: Relating to electric utility service to tenants of marinas; providing penalties.
SB 620	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/01 Caption: Relating to extension of restrictions imposing regular assessments in certain residential real estate subdivisions.
SB 671	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/01 Caption: Relating to the surrender of a suspended, canceled, revoked, or disqualified driver's license; providing a penalty.
SB 672	Last Action: Considered in Local & Consent Calendars Caption: Relating to national fraternal organizations that are exempt from certain requirements of the Alcoholic Beverage Code.
SB 673	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use property, or to lease or sell property used for the purpose of operating certain properties, located on certain state-owned lands.
SB 756	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Relating to exempting certain governmental actions regulating sexually oriented businesses from the Private Real Property Rights Preservation Act.
SB 757	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/01 Caption: Relating to creating the State of Texas Anniversary Remembrance Day Medal.
SB 807	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Relating to the prerequisites for tax abatement by a municipality for properties subject to a voluntary cleanup agreement.
SB 808	Last Action: Referred to Finance Caption: Relating to the exemption of services to restore property or items located in disaster areas.
SB 916	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/01 Caption: Relating to the disposition by municipalities of property in certain air navigation facilities.
SB 965	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/01 Caption: Relating to sale of wine by the holder of a winery permit.
SB 999	Last Action: Removed from local & uncontested calendar Caption: Relating to the continuing educational requirements of county purchasing agents.
SB 1000	Last Action: Considered in Local & Consent Calendars Caption: Relating to the recognition of foreign adoptions and the issuance of a supplementary birth certificate.
SB 1144	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the transfer of certain state property from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to Galveston County.
SB 1205	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/01 Caption: Relating to the exemption of certain business enterprises and courses of instruction from proprietary school certification.
SB 1206	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/01 Caption: Relating to risk assessment procedures used in the sex offender registration program and to duties and immunities for officers and employees who administer the program.
SB 1671	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the issuance of bonds by school districts for the purchase of school buses.
SB 1672	Last Action: Returned from the Governor Caption: Relating to the disposition of certain real property owned by the state.
SB 1673	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to review of the termination of agreements with certain insurance agents; providing an administrative penalty.
SB 1674	Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce Caption: Relating to the regulation of air conditioning and refrigeration contractors and technicians.
SB 1675	Last Action: No action taken in committee Caption: Relating to the conduct of the business of certain surety companies.
SB 1676	Last Action: Referred to State Affairs Caption: Relating to the requirements associated with notice by publication in a newspaper.
SB 1677	Last Action: Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar Caption: Relating to the applicability of provisions governing the powers of property owners associations concerning restrictive covenants in certain subdivisions.
SB 1678	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to exempting certain electronic information services from the sales and use tax.
SB 1679	Last Action: Referred to Natural Resources Caption: Relating to sunset review of the Port of Houston Authority.
SB 1680	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to audits of the promotion and development fund of a navigation district.
SB 1681	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/01 Caption: Relating to the waiver of a jury trial in the prosecution of a misdemeanor offense within the jurisdiction of the justice and municipal courts.
SB 1682	Last Action: Referred to Finance Caption: Relating to the taxes and fees administered by the Comptroller related to the Insurance Code.
SB 1683	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/01 Caption: Relating to the management of money earned by certain children while receiving services from the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services.
SB 1684	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/01 Caption: Relating to removal of malt liquor, ale, and beer from the premises of a holder of a mixed beverage permit and a brewpub license.
SB 1685	Last Action: No action taken in committee Caption: Relating to the creation of the Galveston Seawall Conservation District; providing the authority to impose taxes and issue bonds.
SB 1686	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation of the West Galveston Island Conservation District; providing the authority to impose taxes and issue bonds.
SB 1816	Last Action: Referred to Ways & Means Caption: Relating to the certification by a chief appraiser of certain taxable properties not included in the initial appraisal roll for a taxing unit.
SCR 46	Last Action: Signed by the Governor Caption: Honoring the 2001 Friendswood High School academic decathlon team for winning the state competition.
SCR 47	Last Action: Signed by the Governor Caption: Honoring the retired Houston Ship Channel pilots and designating each of them as a Pilot Emeritus.
SCR 70	Last Action: Signed by the Governor Caption: Recalling S.B. No. 1672 from the governor.
SR 23	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Maggie Marie "Pat" Rosebud of Brazoria County.
SR 91	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Jennifer Bishop of Baytown.
SR 92	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Marilyn Petersen.
SR 160	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of June Pickney Ross of Galveston.
SR 161	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Southwest High School of Houston.
SR 211	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending the South Belt-Ellington Leader on its 25th anniversary.
SR 285	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending the members of the Pearl Hall Elementary School Fifth Grade Choir.
SR 464	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Gene Hollier of Houston.
SR 465	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Welcoming a delegation from Saint Barnabas Day School in Houston.
SR 620	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing March 31, 2001, as Jack Johnson Day.
SR 675	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Dr. Grace Jameson of Galveston.
SR 676	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Septon Company of America in Pasadena.
SR 677	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Marial Alyse Biard of Houston.
SR 678	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Ciara Reyes of Clear Lake.
SR 797	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending the 22 teachers who successfully completed the Aerospace Academy for Engineering and Teacher Education.
SR 798	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing April 24, 2001, as Space Day 2001 and commending all those involved with America's exploration of space.
SR 821	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Chuck Doyle of Texas City and his family.
SR 883	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing Space Day on May 3, 2001.
SR 884	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending the academic team of George A. Thompson Intermediate School in Pasadena.
SR 971	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring the Galveston Independent School District Teacher of the Year nominees.
SR 972	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Kelly Wood of Galveston County.
SR 973	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Amy Lynn Gandy of Deer Park.
SR 1072	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Mike Scalf, Sr., of Clear Lake.
SR 1139	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating George Abbey.
SR 1181	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating George A. Thompson Intermediate School's academic team.
SR 1182	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Vernon and Elizabeth Beasley on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary.
SR 1203	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of Cecil Wayne Gamble of Shoreacres.
SR 1204	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending the Texas City plant of Marathon Ashland Petroleum.
76th Regular Session
SB 295	Last Action: Withdrawn from calendar Caption: Relating to the servicing of a portable fire extinguisher.
SB 296	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the validation of all acts, governmental proceedings, officials, bonds, and obligations of navigation districts and port authorities.
SB 344	Last Action: Withdrawn from calendar Caption: Relating to graduate level instruction at Texas A&M University at Galveston.
SB 393	Last Action: Referred to Economic Development Caption: Relating to the refund of certain overpaid unemployment compensation benefits by the recipients of those benefits.
SB 394	Last Action: Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar Caption: Relating to a disqualification for unemployment benefits for claimants who have received certain post-termination payments.
SB 565	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/99 Caption: Relating to the creation of a sex offender compliance unit in the Texas Department of Public Safety.
SB 677	Last Action: See remarks for effective date Caption: Relating to the creation and operation of the Windstorm Building Code Advisory Committee on Specifications and Maintenance.
SB 708	Last Action: Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/99 Caption: Relating to the implementation and financing of approved management plans for designated estuaries of national significance in the state.
SB 765	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Relating to county fees for keeping wild animals.
SB 880	Last Action: Laid on the table subject to call Caption: Relating to the provision of insurance coverage for county officers and employees.
SB 881	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/99 Caption: Relating to enrollment periods for employer health benefit plans.
SB 882	Last Action: Referred to s/c on Infrastructure by Chair Caption: Relating to the form of a certificate of title for a rebuilt salvage motor vehicle.
SB 1649	Last Action: Referred to Criminal Justice Caption: Relating to increasing public notice requirements for certain persons subject to sex offender registration.
SB 1650	Last Action: Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/99 Caption: Relating to the public notice requirements applicable to persons who are subject to sex offender registration.
SB 1651	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the establishment of the Texas Chiropractic College as a public institution of higher education.
SB 1652	Last Action: Referred to Jurisprudence Caption: Relating to the modification of a court order providing for possession of or access to a child.
SB 1653	Last Action: Referred to Jurisprudence Caption: Relating to the modification of a court order providing for possession of or access to a child.
SB 1654	Last Action: Referred to Intergovernmental Relations Caption: Relating to the licensing of temporary labor halls in certain municipalities.
SB 1655	Last Action: No action taken in committee Caption: Relating to the administration and responsibilities of The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston.
SB 1656	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to creating a recognition day on February 19 in honor of Texas joining the Union.
SB 1657	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/99 Caption: Relating to the compensation of an officer, trustee, or director of a domestic insurance company.
SB 1658	Last Action: Left pending in subcommittee Caption: Relating to the inspection of intermodal equipment; providing criminal and civil penalties.
SB 1659	Last Action: Removed from local & uncontested calendar Caption: Relating to the establishment of the office of district treasurer of Brazos River Harbor Navigation District of Brazoria County.
SB 1666	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the use of the hotel tax in certain municipalities; authorizing the issuance of bonds.
SB 1667	Last Action: Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar Caption: Relating to the authority of a municipality to lease or sell property used for the purpose of operating certain properties located on certain state-owned lands.
SB 1668	Last Action: Referred to Licensing & Admin. Procedures Caption: Relating to the discipline of certain individuals authorized to sell certain alcoholic beverages.
SB 1669	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/99 Caption: Relating to the qualifications of a county purchasing agent and to county purchasing procedures.
SB 1745	Last Action: Referred to Civil Practices Caption: Relating to garnishment of an account.
SB 1746	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation and administration of the Texas Environmental Education Partnership Fund and the Texas Environmental Education Partnership trust fund.
SB 1747	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the funding of the Seaborne Conservation Corps or a similar program at Texas A&M University at Galveston.
SB 1748	Last Action: No action taken in subcommittee Caption: Relating to the issuance of combination licenses by the Motor Vehicle Board of the Texas Department of Transportation.
SB 1749	Last Action: No action taken in committee Caption: Relating to participation in the Texas Employees Uniform Group Insurance Benefits Act by certain former members of the governing bodies of community/junior colleges.
SB 1833	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/99 Caption: Relating to disposing of certain waste created by home health providers.
SB 1892	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the authority of certain counties to delegate traffic regulation functions.
SB 1893	Last Action: No action taken in committee Caption: Relating to juvenile board members and juvenile probation personnel in Galveston County.
SB 1894	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the assistance a county may provide another governmental entity for a construction project.
SB 1895	Last Action: Committee report printed and distributed Caption: Relating to the composition of the Galveston County Juvenile Board.
SB 1896	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the sale of real property by counties.
SCR 22	Last Action: Signed by the Governor Caption: In memory of Galveston County Commissioner Wayne Johnson.
SR 42	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Foley Provenzano of Houston.
SR 97	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating the Reverend Benjamin H. Skyles of Pasadena.
SR 160	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing the American Red Cross for serving our community and providing disaster relief for the past 117 years.
SR 330	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Clyde Winford West on the occasion of his 90th birthday.
SR 385	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Nellie M. Roy-Ball of Galveston.
SR 505	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of Bruce Angel of La Porte.
SR 526	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing April as Confederate History and Heritage Month in the State of Texas.
SR 527	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Declaring March 31, 1999, as Jack A. Johnson Day.
SR 637	Last Action: Adopted Caption: Expressing support for a United States postage stamp that will honor the brave men and women who are wounded while fighting on behalf of our country.
SR 857	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Stacy L. Garvin of Lorena.
SR 894	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Cynthia Tauss of League City.
SR 961	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating the City of Shoreacres.
SR 1135	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Daniel B. Kulvicki of Galveston.
75th Regular Session
HB 621	Last Action: Effective in 90 days -- 9/01/97 Caption: Relating to the establishment of the Texas Chiropractic College as a public institution of higher education.
HB 841	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/97 Caption: Relating to voting procedures for persons on a space flight.
HB 872	Last Action: Referred to Ways & Means Caption: Relating to the appraisal of certain real property located in more than one appraisal district.
HB 1228	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/97 Caption: Relating to consolidated permit processing by the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission.
HB 1239	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/97 Caption: Relating to the voluntary cleanup program, including municipal tax abatements for certain property located in reinvestment zones and subject to voluntary cleanup agreements.
HB 1254	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the validation of all acts, governmental proceedings, officials, bonds, and obligations of navigation districts and port authorities.
HB 1614	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the appraisal of signs for ad valorem tax purposes.
HB 1764	Last Action: Laid on the table subject to call Caption: Relating to allowing municipalities to purchase goods for retail sale without following competitive bidding procedures.
HB 1793	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to eligibility to be awarded a contract by the Texas Transportation Commission.
HB 2133	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/97 Caption: Relating to the creation, powers, and duties of the State Office of Risk Management and to provisions of workers' compensation insurance coverage for state employees.
HB 2296	Last Action: Committee report sent to Calendars Caption: Relating to the servicing of a portable fire extinguisher.
HB 2467	Last Action: Referred to Public Health Caption: Relating to the regulation of persons engaged in asbestos-related activities.
HB 2776	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/97 Caption: Relating to the regulation of state superfund sites.
HB 3011	Last Action: Laid on the table subject to call Caption: Relating to precommitment approval for certain purchases of a port authority.
HB 3192	Last Action: Committee report sent to Calendars Caption: Relating to hearings on certain exemptions from permitting procedures under the Texas Clean Air Act.
HB 3219	Last Action: Committee report sent to Calendars Caption: Relating to the placement of informational signs along certain public highways.
HB 3470	Last Action: Referred to State Affairs Caption: Amending Section 2001.024, relating to the content of notice required for the adoption of rules.
HB 3564	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the boundaries, confirmation election, and taxing authority of the Clear Creek Watershed Regional Flood Control District.
HCR 100	Last Action: Signed by the Governor Caption: Proclaiming April 12, 1997, Space Explorers' Day in Texas.
HCR 272	Last Action: Signed by the Governor Caption: Designating June 9, 1997, International Space University Day in the State of Texas.
HCR 334	Last Action: Signed by the Governor Caption: Honoring Harris County Commissioner Jim Fonteno for his development of a senior citizens program.
HR 589	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring the Houston Yacht Club on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.
HR 657	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Jamie Kitchen, Shell Salmon, Stacey Golden, Jeanna Poteet, Angie Gutierrez, Coach Robert Kelly, and Coach Darla Kelly.
74th Regular Session
HB 431	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the offense of theft.
HB 432	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the membership of the board of directors of the La Porte Area Water Authority.
HB 1212	Last Action: Committee report sent to Calendars Caption: Relating to the safe operation of motor carriers on highways.
HB 1364	Last Action: Referred to subcommittee Caption: Relating to audible warning sounds used by certain industrial facilities.
HB 1589	Last Action: No action taken in committee Caption: Relating to the provision of workers' compensation benefits for certain state employees and to the creation, powers, and duties of the State Office of Risk Management.
HB 1622	Last Action: Referred to special subcommittee Caption: Relating to the exemption of a residence homestead from ad valorem taxation by a school district.
HB 1623	Last Action: Referred to Natural Resources Caption: Relating to the elimination of dual permitting for wastewater discharges.
HB 1744	Last Action: Left pending in subcommittee Caption: Relating to the appraisal of signs for ad valorem tax purposes.
HB 1775	Last Action: Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm. Caption: Relating to permit and license requirements for the Texas Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Authority.
HB 1826	Last Action: Effective in 90 days -- 8/28/95 Caption: Relating to the approval of disposal system plans by the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission.
HB 2049	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the assessment of civil penalties by the Gulf Coast Waste Disposal Authority.
HB 2050	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the compensation of the directors of the Gulf Coast Waste Disposal Authority.
HB 2052	Last Action: Referred to subcommittee Caption: Relating to the regulation of the use and installation of certain fire detection devices and fire alarms.
HB 2148	Last Action: Placed on General State Calendar Caption: Relating to certain structures on coastal public land.
HB 2177	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the validation of all acts, governmental proceedings, officials, bonds, and obligations of navigation districts.
HB 2296	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/95 Caption: Relating to the creation of a voluntary cleanup program for solid and hazardous wastes.
HB 2436	Last Action: Placed on General State Calendar Caption: Relating to the regulation of persons engaged in asbestos-related activities.
HB 2500	Last Action: Referred to Ways & Means Caption: Relating to the appraisal of property located in more than one appraisal district.
HB 2765	Last Action: Referred to Transportation Caption: Relating to certain Texas Department of Transportation statutes and rules governing highway construction contracts.
HCR 174	Last Action: Signed by the Governor Caption: Honoring the city of Friendswood's Centennial Celebration.
HCR 188	Last Action: Signed by the Governor Caption: Rejecting NASA contentions regarding the Johnson Space Center and memorializing congress to countermand the NASA proposal to consolidate and downsize the operations of the center.
HCR 223	Last Action: Signed by the Governor Caption: Honoring Chelsi Smith, Miss Universe 1995.
HJR 75	Last Action: Referred to special subcommittee Caption: Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the voters of a school district to adopt or determine the amount of a residence homestead exemption from ad valorem taxation by the district.
HR 237	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating La Porte Volunteer Fire Department Assistant Chief James Crate on being named Texas Fire Fighter of the Year.
HR 238	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating La Porte Police Sergeant Ron Parker on being named Texas Police Officer of the Year.
HR 547	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Leon Grevenberg on his 100th birthday.
HR 863	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring William E. Crowder for his contributions as a dedicated civic leader of La Porte.
HR 912	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Earl Tischofer, executive director of the North NASA Area Association of Realtors.
73rd Regular Session
HB 450	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the safe operation of motor carriers on highways.
HB 672	Last Action: Referred to subcommittee Caption: Relating to the use of certain municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue for a manned space flight tourism facility.
HB 861	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to contractual agreements between the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and Texas Chiropractic College.
HB 896	Last Action: Considered in Calendars Caption: Relating to a restriction of the use of certain indemnity provisions in construction contracts.
HB 897	Last Action: Referred to subcommittee Caption: Relating to the sales and use tax on gasoline.
HB 898	Last Action: Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/93 Caption: Relating to the application of certain statutes of limitation to certain districts and entities.
HB 914	Last Action: Referred to subcommittee Caption: Relating to appraisal district budget and financing.
HB 1072	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the responsibility of persons involved in construction.
HMM 44	Last Action: Adopted Caption: Paying tribute to the life of Officer Jeffery Dean Gunn of the Pasadena Police Department.
HR 230	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Librarian Jo Hofstetter on the occasion of her retirement.
HR 239	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Expressing support for continued funding of the Space Station Freedom program.
HR 347	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Recognizing June 12 and 13, 1993, as Galveston Bay Weekend.
HR 365	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring the legislative and governmental affairs division of the Deer Park Chamber of Commerce and welcoming them to the Capitol.
HR 390	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Jack R. Oliphant on the occasion of his retirement.
HR 529	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Declaring April 12-13, 1993, Pasadena Days at the State Capitol.
HR 574	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Paying tribute to the life of Officer Jeffery Dean Ginn of the Pasadena Police Department.
HR 634	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Deer Park Mayor Jimmy Burke on his record of achievements.
72nd Regular Session
HB 571	Last Action: Effective in 90 days -- 8/26/91 Caption: Relating to the notice requirement for competitive bids or proposals for municipal contracts.
HB 1191	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to permitting certain federal criminal investigators to carry weapons.
HB 1423	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to noise regulation of sport shooting ranges.
HB 1424	Last Action: No action taken in committee Caption: Relating to an exemption from fishing license fees for handicapped persons.
HB 1425	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/91 Caption: Relating to the identification of crab traps.
HB 1447	Last Action: Referred to Criminal Justice Caption: Relating to the collection of fees on conviction of certain offenses involving the dishonor of a check.
HB 1581	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/91 Caption: Relating to the inclusion of a household hazardous waste collection program in a local or regional solid waste management plan.
HB 2194	Last Action: Referred to Natural Resources Caption: Relating to the sale of protected game fish species; providing penalties.
HB 2195	Last Action: Effective on 9/1/91 Caption: Relating to the seizure and disposition of illegal fishing devices.
HB 2196	Last Action: Referred to subcommittee Caption: Relating to a restriction of the use of certain indemnity provisions in construction contracts.
HB 2583	Last Action: Left pending in committee Caption: Relating to the counting and form of certain ballots.
HCR 109	Last Action: 1st Printing sent to Calendars Caption: Encouraging manufacturers to eliminate heavy metals from the production of household paints and printing inks.
HCR 160	Last Action: Signed by the Governor Caption: Supporting the passage of H.R. 1223 by the Congress of the United States, directing the Secretary of the Army to remove a railroad swing bridge crossing Clear Creek, Texas.
HR 107	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring the City of La Porte Support the Troops Rally on February 5, 1991, and our troops serving in the Persian Gulf.
HR 304	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Welcoming the chaplains participating in the Gulf Coast Maritime Conference to Texas.
HR 933	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Jim Gaudet for his exemplary record of service and achievement.
72nd 1st Called Session
HR 151	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Roger C. Threde for his remarkable accomplishments.
HR 152	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Robert H. Williams, Jr. on the occasion of his retirement.
HR 217	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Representative Steve Holzheauser on the occasion of his birthday.
72nd 2nd Called Session
HR 41	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Richard Florance for his outstanding service to his community.
72nd 3rd Called Session
HR 81	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commemorating the La Porte Centennial.
HR 82	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring the Deer Park Centennial.
72nd 4th Called Session
HR 44	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending the employees of Solvay Interox for their numerous contributions to the Deer Park community and congratulating the company on being named 1992 Industry of the Year by the Deer Park Chamber of Commerce.
71st Regular Session
HB 1303	Last Action: Referred to subcommittee Caption: Relating to commercial hazardous waste incinerators.
HB 1304	Last Action: Referred to Retirement and Aging Caption: Relating to credit in the Texas Municipal Retirement System for military service.
HB 1393	Last Action: Effective in 90 days-8/28/89 Caption: Relating to the validation of certain municipal consolidations.
HB 1394	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the validation of certain municipal annexations.
HB 2149	Last Action: Pending in committee Caption: Relating to personnel files and photographs of police officers and fire fighters in certain municipalities.
HB 2150	Last Action: Passed to 3rd reading as amended Caption: Relating to the counting and form of certain ballots.
HB 3198	Last Action: Effective immediately Caption: Relating to the creation, extension, or modification of restrictive covenants applicable to certain residential subdivisions.
HCR 277	Last Action: Signed by the Governor Caption: Congratulating the Deer Park High School Academic Decathlon Team.
HR 383	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating the La Porte High School Lady Bulldogs.
HR 527	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of William James Metcalfe.
HR 746	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Dr. Ella Van Fleet.
HR 840	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Karl and Loretta Johnston on their 50th wedding anniversary.
HR 851	Last Action: Referred to Rules and Resolutions Caption: Congratulating the Deer Park High School Academic Decathlon Team.
HR 1064	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Jake Bussey.
HR 1065	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Sonja Angelo.
HR 1066	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Honoring Fritz Lanham.
HR 1134	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Representative and Mrs. Dan Shelley on the birth of their son Daniel Shelley.
71st 1st Called Session
HR 148	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Betty and Gaston Groos on the birth of Hollie Solms Groos.
71st 2nd Called Session
HB 27	Last Action: Reported favorably w/o amendment(s) Caption: Relating to the procedures for adding territory to certain rapid transit authorities.
HR 132	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of Thomas W. Records.
HR 170	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of Bruce Porter.
71st 3rd Called Session
HB 33	Last Action: Coauthor authorized Caption: Relating to the procedures for adding territory to certain rapid transit authorities.
HR 108	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating Jack and Ellie Jackson on their 40th anniversary.
71st 4th Called Session
HB 4	Last Action: Coauthor authorized Caption: Relating to the procedures for adding territory to certain rapid transit authorities.
HR 169	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: In memory of Dorothy Elois Wofford Byars.
71st 5th Called Session
HB 6	Last Action: Referred to Transportation Caption: Relating to the procedures for adding territory to certain rapid transit authorities.
HR 154	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Commending Pamela Barrett.
71st 6th Called Session
HB 22	Last Action: Effective in 90 days -- 9/6/90 Caption: Relating to the procedures for adding territory to certain rapid transit authorities.
HR 61	Last Action: Reported enrolled Caption: Congratulating the San Jacinto College North Baseball Team.