HB 222 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, AndrewSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to liability of burn bosses in connection with certain prescribed burns.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 365 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.Sponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to liability arising from farm animals.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 543 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to the regulation of working animals by a political subdivision.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 580 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lopez, Ray
Relating to requiring a consumer warning upon sale of certain household plants that are hazardous when ingested by canines.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 687 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to the prosecution and punishment of the offense of smuggling of persons.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 862 87-0 (2021)
Author: Romero, Ramon
Relating to the regulation of migrant labor housing facilities; authorizing an increase in the amount of a fee; changing the amount of a civil penalty.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 952 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1070 87-0 (2021)
Author: Harris, Cody | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the performance of pest control work by persons who hold a commercial or noncommercial applicator license issued by the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1078 87-0 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to liability arising from farm animal activities.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
No action taken in committee
HB 1084 87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the calculation of the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as open-space or timber land as a result of a change in the use of the land.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1259 87-0 (2021)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the rural veterinarian incentive program.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1266 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to the administration of seed and plant certification in this state by the State Seed and Plant Certification Council and the Texas Crop Improvement Association.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 1371 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the continuation of the Trade Agricultural Inspection Grant Program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 1395 87-0 (2021)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to ad valorem taxation.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1469 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hefner, Cole
Relating to the appraisal of land for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land following a transfer between family members.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1479 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cyrier, John
Relating to charging exorbitant or excessive prices for certain agricultural goods during a declared disaster.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 1480 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cyrier, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the protection of animal and crop facilities; creating a criminal offense.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1652 87-0 (2021)
Author: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain direct sales of food to consumers and a limitation on the fee amount for certain permits.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 1686 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of food production on single-family residential lots by a municipality or property owners' association.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
HB 1733 87-0 (2021)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to insurance premium tax credits for investments supporting agriculture and rural development projects; authorizing a fee; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
HB 1830 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cyrier, John
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Animal Health Commission.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 1835 87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Agriculture, the Prescribed Burning Board, and the Texas Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation and the abolishment of the Early Childhood Health and Nutrition Interagency Council.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 2028 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Relating to egg grading.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 2043 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leman, Ben | et. al.
Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural land and the liability for the additional tax imposed on such land if the use of the land changes as a result of a condemnation.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2089 87-0 (2021)
Author: Burrows, DustinSponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the detection and mitigation of plant pests and diseases.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2106 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the prevention, identification, investigation, and enforcement of payment card fraud; providing a civil penalty.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2277 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rogers, Glenn | et. al.
Relating to marketing and labeling requirements for certain food products, including imitation meat food products.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 2288 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of the sale or change in the use of land appraised as agricultural or open-space land.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2397 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the administration, implementation, and enforcement of federal produce safety standards by the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 2428 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, AndrewSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the calculation of net to land in the appraisal of open-space land for ad valorem tax purposes.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Local Government
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 2535 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of real property that includes certain improvements used for the noncommercial production of food for personal consumption.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Local Government
Effective on 1/1/22
HB 2616 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to a voluntary labeling program for meat and poultry products originating in this state.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2619 87-0 (2021)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the creation and administration of the On-The-Ground Conservation Program by the State Soil and Water Conservation Board.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2840 87-0 (2021)
Author: Longoria, Oscar | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the inapplicability of state citrus fruit maturity standards to grapefruit and oranges processed for juice.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 2841 87-0 (2021)
Author: Longoria, Oscar | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to suits to collect assessments owed by certain citrus producers.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 3078 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bailes, Ernest | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the registration of certain motor vehicles as farm or ranch vehicles.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 3192 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to the prohibition of glyphosate herbicides on the grounds of a public or private school or institution of higher education.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 3275 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ellzey, Jake
Relating to the exclusion of the operation of certain vehicles used to transport property from commercial driver's license requirements.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3289 87-0 (2021)
Author: González, MarySponsor: Blanco, César
Relating to the penalties for a violation of a quarantine or rule to protect pecans or pecan trees from diseases or pests; increasing civil penalties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3383 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rogers, Glenn
Relating to requiring coursework in agriculture for a baccalaureate degree program at a public institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
HB 3452 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, JamesSponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to granting limited state law enforcement authority to certain federal special agents.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 3545 87-0 (2021)
Author: Frullo, John
Relating to the applicability of certain insurance laws to certain farm mutual insurance companies.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
HB 3688 87-0 (2021)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.
Relating to the confidentiality of the identity of certain landowners who participate in a State Soil and Water Conservation Board program to manage or eradicate an invasive species.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Received from the House
HB 3833 87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the appraisal of certain real property for ad valorem tax purposes.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
HB 3854 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rogers, Glenn
Relating to animal disease control by the Texas Animal Health Commission; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 3855 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rogers, Glenn
Relating to the control of diseases of swine.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
HB 3856 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rogers, GlennSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to administrative penalties imposed by the Texas Animal Health Commission.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3921 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bailes, Ernest
Relating to the use of certain drugs in bovine breeding stock by or on the prescription of a veterinarian.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 3924 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.Sponsor: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to health benefits offered by certain nonprofit agricultural organizations.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3948 87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the production and regulation of hemp and consumable hemp products; providing administrative penalties; creating a criminal offense.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Senate appoints conferees-reported
HB 3959 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckley, Brad | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Texas youth livestock show grant program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 3975 87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the sanitary transportation of human and animal food.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 4004 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rogers, Glenn | et. al.
Relating to a study by Texas A&M University of the appraisal of agricultural land for ad valorem tax purposes.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
HB 4099 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Relating to an interim study of the appraisal of agricultural land for ad valorem tax purposes.
House: House Administration
Left pending in committee
HB 4148 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of certain land.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 4152 87-0 (2021)
Author: Spiller, David
Relating to the qualification of certain land that is adjacent to other qualified open-space land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 4319 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shine, Hugh
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land based on its use to raise or keep bees.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 4320 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shine, Hugh
Relating to the appraisal of land for ad valorem tax purposes on the basis of its productive capacity.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 4548 87-0 (2021)
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.
Relating to the issuance of oversize or overweight permits for vehicles transporting agricultural commodities during or preceding a disaster.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HJR 106 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the provision that subjects land designated for agricultural use to an additional tax when the land is diverted to a purpose other than agricultural use or sold.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HJR 149 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the provision that subjects land designated for agricultural use to an additional tax when the land is diverted to a purpose other than agricultural use or sold.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 336 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to egg grading.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 395 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the performance of pest control work by persons who hold a commercial or noncommercial applicator license issued by the Department of Agriculture.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
SB 472 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the protection of animal and crop facilities; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 576 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the prosecution and punishment of the offense of smuggling of persons.
House: State Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 617 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain direct sales of food to consumers and a limitation on the fee amount for certain permits.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 634 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
Relating to the confidentiality of the identity of certain landowners who participate in a State Soil and Water Conservation Board program to manage or eradicate an invasive species.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 677 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the administration of seed and plant certification in this state by the State Seed and Plant Certification Council and the Texas Crop Improvement Association.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
SB 682 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the regulation of migrant labor housing facilities.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
SB 703 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.Sponsor: Canales, Terry
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Agriculture, the Prescribed Burning Board, and the Texas Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation and the abolishment of the Early Childhood Health and Nutrition Interagency Council.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 705 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Cyrier, John
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Animal Health Commission.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 725 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Leman, Ben
Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural land and the liability for the additional tax imposed on such land if the use of the land changes as a result of a condemnation.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 731 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the detection and mitigation of plant pests and diseases.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
SB 801 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Leman, Ben
Relating to the development of an agriculture education program for public elementary schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 867 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to an animal share exemption for certain meat and meat food products.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
SB 964 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the prevention, identification, investigation, and enforcement of payment card fraud; providing a civil penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
SB 1002 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to reducing the criminal penalty for the operation of overweight vehicles transporting livestock.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 1062 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of food production on single-family residential lots by a municipality or property owners' association.
Senate: Local Government
Co-author authorized
SB 1078 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to liability arising from farm animals.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1118 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.Sponsor: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the creation and administration of the On-The-Ground Conservation Program by the State Soil and Water Conservation Board.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1128 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to pollinator health.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
SB 1145 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Buckley, Brad
Relating to the advertising and labeling of certain food products.
House: Public Health Senate: Business & Commerce
Postponed
SB 1245 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the farm and ranch survey conducted by the comptroller for purposes of estimating the productivity value of qualified open-space land as part of the study of school district taxable values.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1342 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the regulation of livestock export-import processing facilities; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
SB 1376 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the administration, implementation, and enforcement of federal produce safety standards by the Department of Agriculture.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 1380 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the creation of the farmer mental health and suicide prevention program.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
SB 1447 87-0 (2021)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the rural veterinarian incentive program.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
SB 1562 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the sanitary transportation of human and animal food.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1566 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the continuation of the Trade Agricultural Inspection Grant Program.
Senate: Transportation
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1778 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the production and regulation of hemp and consumable hemp products; providing administrative penalties; imposing and authorizing fees; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1973 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the operation of and coverage by a nonprofit agricultural organization.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
SB 1994 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land based on its use to raise or keep bees.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1995 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the appraisal of land for ad valorem tax purposes on the basis of its productive capacity.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1996 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to animal disease control by the Texas Animal Health Commission; providing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
SB 1997 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, DrewSponsor: Rogers, Glenn
Relating to the control of diseases of swine.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1998 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to administrative penalties imposed by the Texas Animal Health Commission.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 84 87-1 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the calculation of net to land in the appraisal of open-space land for ad valorem tax purposes.
Filed
HB 287 87-1 (2021)
Author: Rogers, Glenn
Relating to a study by Texas A&M University of the appraisal of agricultural land for ad valorem tax purposes.
Filed
HB 305 87-1 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to the ownership of agricultural land by nonresident aliens or foreign entities.
Filed
HB 58 87-2 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to the ownership of agricultural land by nonresident aliens or foreign entities.
Filed
HB 124 87-2 (2021)
Author: Schofield, Mike | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of a sale or change of use of certain land.
Filed
HB 160 87-2 (2021)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of a sale or change of use of certain land.
Filed
HB 242 87-2 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the advertising and labeling of certain food products.
Filed
HJR 12 87-2 (2021)
Author: Schofield, Mike | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the provision that subjects land designated for agricultural use to an additional tax when the land is diverted to a purpose other than agricultural use or sold.
Filed
HJR 21 87-2 (2021)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the provision that subjects land designated for agricultural use to an additional tax when the land is diverted to a purpose other than agricultural use or sold.
Filed
SB 35 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of a sale or change of use of certain land.
Filed
SJR 7 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the provision that subjects land designated for agricultural use to an additional tax when the land is diverted to a purpose other than agricultural use or sold.
Filed
HB 69 87-3 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the ownership of agricultural land by nonresident aliens or foreign entities.
Filed
SB 25 87-3 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of a sale or change of use of certain land.
Filed
SJR 7 87-3 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the provision that subjects land designated for agricultural use to an additional tax when the land is diverted to a purpose other than agricultural use or sold.
Filed
HB 32 86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the regulation of certain pecan buyers in certain counties; providing a civil penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 50 86-0 (2019)
Author: Romero, Ramon
Relating to the regulation of migrant labor housing facilities.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 70 86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.Sponsor: Hall, Bob
Relating to a strategic plan goal by the Department of Agriculture to prevent crop diseases and plant pests in this state.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 97 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Property Tax
Referred to Property Tax
HB 136 86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Relating to pollinator health.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 163 86-0 (2019)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if a change in use of the land occurs.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 191 86-0 (2019)
Author: Stephenson, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the disposal of pesticides.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 410 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain low-volume and other livestock processing establishments.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 614 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural, open-space, or timber land if the land is sold or diverted to a different use.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 639 86-0 (2019)
Author: Springer, DrewSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the eligibility of land used as an ecological laboratory for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Property Tax
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 718 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to food and beverages available from a vending machine located on property used by a state agency.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 794 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of open-space land appraised as agricultural land.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 969 86-0 (2019)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to regulate the removal by a landowner of noxious or invasive plant species or brush species detrimental to water conservation from the landowner's property.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 989 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to industrial hemp; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1188 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hefner, Cole | et. al.
Relating to the appraisal of land for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land following a transfer between family members.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Property Tax
Referred to Property Tax
HB 1213 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hefner, Cole
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of open-space land appraised as agricultural land.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1230 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to the production and regulation of hemp.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1247 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al.
Relating to liability for the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural land if the use of the land changes as a result of a condemnation.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 1252 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the establishment of a grocery access investment fund program.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1254 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murphy, JimSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the eligibility of land secured by a home equity loan to be designated for agricultural use for ad valorem tax purposes.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Property Tax
Effective on 1/1/20
HB 1284 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Relating to egg grading.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1325 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the production and regulation of hemp; requiring occupational licenses; authorizing fees; creating criminal offenses; providing civil and administrative penalties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture
Effective immediately
HB 1409 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as timber land or restricted-use timber land.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Property Tax
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1489 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to including cuttings as a form of propagation for citrus budwood and citrus nursery stock certification programs.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Considered in Calendars
HB 1514 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckley, Brad | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Olive Oil Industry Advisory Board.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1526 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the treatment of a nursery stock weather protection unit as an implement of husbandry for ad valorem tax purposes.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Property Tax
Effective on 1/1/20
HB 1563 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the licensing and regulation of animal export-import processing facilities; providing penalties; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Received from the House
HB 1591 86-0 (2019)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the regulation of disease control by the Animal Health Commission.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1657 86-0 (2019)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the production and regulation of hemp.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1694 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lambert, Stan | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to limitations on food regulations at farms, farmers' markets, and cottage food production operations.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1696 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the preference given by state and local governmental entities to agricultural products produced or grown in this state.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 1723 86-0 (2019)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to repeal of the permit requirement for intrastate shipment of bees.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1743 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the additional ad valorem tax and interest imposed as a result of a change of use of certain land.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Property Tax
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1778 86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 1831 86-0 (2019)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to reducing the criminal penalty for the operation of overweight vehicles transporting agricultural products.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 1840 86-0 (2019)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the operation of vehicles transporting agricultural products; authorizing a fee.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 1868 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas Rural Water Advisory Council.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
HB 1970 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hefner, Cole
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if a change in use of the land occurs.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1978 86-0 (2019)
Author: Harris, Cody
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of agricultural or open-space land.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2009 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain direct sales of food to consumers and a limitation on the fee amount for certain permits.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 2053 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murr, AndrewSponsor: Flores, Peter
Relating to individuals and organizations providing certain services and liability in connection with prescribed burns.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2121 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bailes, Ernest
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of real property that includes improvements used for the noncommercial production of food for personal consumption.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2126 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Ken
Relating to height limitations for certain vehicles transporting seed cotton or cotton.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 2155 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to a grant program to reduce wait times for agricultural inspections of vehicles at ports of entry along the Texas-Mexico border.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2160 86-0 (2019)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2166 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.Sponsor: Flores, Peter
Relating to the administration of seed and plant certification in this state by the State Seed and Plant Certification Council and the Texas Crop Improvement Association.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture
Left pending in committee
HB 2182 86-0 (2019)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of real property that includes improvements used for the noncommercial production of food for personal consumption.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2223 86-0 (2019)
Author: Frullo, JohnSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the exemption of certain commercial weighing or measuring devices from registration and inspection requirements.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Agriculture
Effective immediately
HB 2483 86-0 (2019)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the prohibition of certain pesticides on public road rights-of-way.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 2484 86-0 (2019)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the establishment of the Bee Pollinator Goals Task Force to develop and report on statewide pollinator goals.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 2596 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to the regulation of raising or keeping six or fewer chickens by a political subdivision.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Considered in Calendars
HB 2666 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the sales and use tax exemption for certain aircraft.
House: Ways & Means
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2670 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the regulation of beekeeping; authorizing fees.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 2900 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fierro, Art | et. al.Sponsor: Hall, Bob
Relating to the authority of a commodity producers board or a committee to hold meetings by telephone conference.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 2945 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to payment card skimmers on motor fuel dispensers and to creating a payment fraud fusion center; imposing civil penalties; creating criminal offenses.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2996 86-0 (2019)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to the eligibility of land located in a residential subdivision for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3083 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the regulation of certain low-volume poultry processing establishments.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 3115 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the establishment of an agriculture and rural ombudsman office.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 3210 86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the establishment of the Thirty Percent Texas Initiative to encourage the use of food produced in this state for school lunches.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 3280 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fierro, Art
Relating to an exemption for certain small producers from regulations on nursery products and florist items.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 3348 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the eligibility of land on which the Texas Animal Health Commission has established a temporary quarantine for ticks for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural or open-space land.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Property Tax
Effective immediately
HB 3358 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of certain land.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3762 86-0 (2019)
Author: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to size limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products and equipment.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 3766 86-0 (2019)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.
Relating to the storage of grapes in a public warehouse.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3799 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckley, Brad | et. al.
Relating to the advertising and labeling of certain meat food products.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 3863 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to granting limited state law enforcement authority to certain federal officers or agents.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 4109 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sheffield, J. D.
Relating to the exclusion of certain small public grain warehouses from regulation.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 4212 86-0 (2019)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to the establishment of a professional bee removal training and licensure program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 4276 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zedler, Bill
Relating to the legalization of certain cannabidiol.
House: Public Health
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 4374 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to liability of prescribed burn directors in connection with prescribed burns.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
HB 4459 86-0 (2019)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to the addition of certain provisions to the Texas Rural Investment Fund.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 4519 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Ken
Relating to the development of a central filing system by the secretary of state for the filing of financing statements for certain security interests; authorizing fees; providing civil penalties.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 4547 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wray, John
Relating to requiring a consumer warning upon sale of certain household plants that are hazardous when ingested by canines.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HJR 107 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the provision that subjects land designated for agricultural use to an additional tax when the land is diverted to a purpose other than agricultural use or sold.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 86 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.Sponsor: White, James
Relating to the regulation of raising or keeping chickens on single-family residential lots by a municipality.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 116 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to industrial hemp; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 135 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the eligibility of land used as an ecological laboratory for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
Senate: Property Tax
Left pending in committee
SB 474 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the eligibility of land secured by a home equity loan to be designated for agricultural use for ad valorem tax purposes.
Senate: Property Tax
Left pending in committee
SB 555 86-0 (2019)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural land and the liability for the additional tax imposed on such land if the use of the land changes as a result of a condemnation.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Property Tax
Left pending in committee
SB 581 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the exemption of certain commercial weighing or measuring devices from registration and inspection requirements.
Senate: Agriculture
Co-author authorized
SB 677 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the regulation of beekeeping; imposing fees and authorizing other fees; expanding the applicability of an occupational permit.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
SB 688 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: King, Ken
Relating to height limitations for certain vehicles transporting seed cotton or cotton.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 697 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the regulation of migrant labor housing facilities.
Senate: Agriculture
Left pending in committee
SB 701 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as timber land or restricted-use timber land.
Senate: Property Tax
Left pending in committee
SB 743 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.Sponsor: Buckley, Brad
Relating to the Texas Olive Oil Industry Advisory Board.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture
Effective immediately
SB 776 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the establishment of an agriculture and rural ombudsman office.
Senate: Agriculture
Left pending in committee
SB 788 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the preference given by state and local governmental entities to agricultural products produced or grown in this state.
Senate: Agriculture
Referred to Agriculture
SB 789 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to limitations on food regulations at farms, farmers' markets, and cottage food production operations.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 894 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural, open-space, or timber land if the land is sold or diverted to a different use.
Senate: Property Tax
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 932 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain direct sales of food to consumers and a limitation on the fee amount for certain permits.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 979 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to including cuttings as a form of propagation for citrus budwood and citrus nursery stock certification programs.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1205 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Miller, Rick
Relating to an appropriation of money from the general revenue fund to the State Soil and Water Conservation Board for the purpose of eradicating Carrizo cane, contingent on the receipt of federal funds for the same purpose.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1214 86-0 (2019)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the sales and use tax exemption for certain aircraft.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 1240 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the production and regulation of hemp; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1341 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the regulation of certain low-volume poultry processing establishments.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1409 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the administration, implementation, and enforcement of federal produce safety standards by the Department of Agriculture.
Senate: Agriculture
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1648 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to payment card skimmers on motor fuel dispensers; imposing a civil penalty; creating criminal offenses.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1672 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the detection and mitigation of plant pests and diseases.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1805 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to egg grading.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
SB 1812 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to a grant program to reduce wait times for agricultural inspections of vehicles at ports of entry along the Texas-Mexico border.
Senate: Transportation
Co-author authorized
SB 1884 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the protection of animal and crop facilities; creating a criminal offense.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1939 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to the storage of grapes in a public warehouse.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 1962 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the additional tax imposed if the use of land located in certain counties and appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as open-space land is changed.
Senate: Property Tax
Referred to Property Tax
SB 1963 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
Senate: Property Tax
Referred to Property Tax
SB 2032 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to payment card skimmers and the creation of a payment card fraud center; imposing a civil penalty; creating criminal offenses.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2033 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the development of a central filing system by the secretary of state for the filing of financing statements for certain security interests; authorizing fees; providing civil penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2035 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the advertising and labeling of certain meat food products.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2036 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the authority of a commodity producers board or a committee to hold meetings by telephone conference.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 2037 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, BobSponsor: King, Ken
Relating to a study regarding the feasibility of implementing a central filing system for the filing of financing statements for security interests in farm products.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Agriculture
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 2061 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to a prohibition on the application of certain pesticides at public school buildings and other facilities.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 2147 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the development of a method to determine the value of certain real property for purposes of eminent domain.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 2170 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to pollinator health.
Senate: Agriculture
Left pending in committee
HB 164 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a grocery access investment fund program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 173 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain rainwater harvesting; providing administrative penalties; authorizing fees; requiring an occupational license.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 231 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 320 85-0 (2017)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if a change in use of the land occurs.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
No action taken in committee
HB 338 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burrows, DustinSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to acreage contracts and quantity contracts for the purchase of agricultural products.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 394 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the designation of the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center at The University of Texas at Austin as the state botanical garden and arboretum.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 572 85-0 (2017)
Author: Stephenson, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the disposal of pesticides.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 643 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land on the basis of its use for wildlife management.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 646 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to food and beverages available from a vending machine located on property used by a state agency.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 777 85-0 (2017)
Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of land owned by certain members of the armed services of the United States for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
HB 801 85-0 (2017)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of open-space land appraised as agricultural land.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 950 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Justin | et. al.
Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1091 85-0 (2017)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to liability arising from certain prescribed burning activity.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 1105 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to granting certain municipalities authority to adopt development regulations around certain military facilities; creating a criminal offense.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1211 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if a change in use of the land occurs.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1250 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wray, John
Relating to the authority of certain counties to prohibit the land application of certain sewage sludge in the county or in a portion of the county.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 1293 85-0 (2017)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to bees, the chief apiary inspector, and the regulation of beekeepers; authorizing fees; requiring an occupational registration; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 1299 85-0 (2017)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the procedure for the approval of rules adopted by the comptroller relating to the appraisal of qualified open-space land and qualified timber land for ad valorem tax purposes.
House: Ways & Means
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1535 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the prohibition of certain pesticides on public road rights-of-way.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1586 85-0 (2017)
Author: King, TracySponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the services that require a structural pest control license; changing the applicability of an occupational license.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 1662 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phelan, Dade
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of agricultural land, open-space land, and timber land.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1730 85-0 (2017)
Author: Cyrier, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to certification of the state's primary standards of weights and measures.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1876 85-0 (2017)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to size and weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products and equipment.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 1880 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hefner, Cole
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of open-space land appraised as agricultural land.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 1956 85-0 (2017)
Author: Springer, DrewSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the operation of certain off-highway vehicles.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 2004 85-0 (2017)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc"Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the Texas economic development fund for the Department of Agriculture.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 2023 85-0 (2017)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the labeling of genetically modified food; authorizing a civil penalty.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 2029 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the exemption of certain commercial weighing or measuring devices from registration and inspection requirements.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 2142 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to oversize or overweight vehicles transporting livestock feed, grain, or grain by-products.
House: Transportation
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2174 85-0 (2017)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the regulation of motor fuel quality and motor fuel metering devices; authorizing fees.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 2314 85-0 (2017)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to liability for interest if land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural or open-space land is sold or diverted to a different use.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2365 85-0 (2017)
Author: Romero, Ramon
Relating to the regulation of migrant labor housing facilities.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2438 85-0 (2017)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to the preference given by school districts to produce grown by certain entities.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 2484 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho | et. al.
Relating to the licensing and regulation of animal export-import processing facilities; providing penalties; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
HB 2567 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bailes, ErnestSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to forest pest control.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 2600 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the establishment of the Bee Pollinator Goals Task Force to develop and report on statewide pollinator goals.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2716 85-0 (2017)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to a study by the Department of Agriculture of the transfer of water from the Mississippi River.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 2758 85-0 (2017)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the regulation of seed by a political subdivision.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 2817 85-0 (2017)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the prosecution of, punishment for, and deterrence of certain offenses involving cattle, bison, or horses; authorizing an administrative penalty; authorizing an assessment; increasing a criminal penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3013 85-0 (2017)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to incentives to encourage landowners to destroy, remove, or treat citrus trees located in a pest management zone.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3063 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to agricultural liens.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3112 85-0 (2017)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the development of healthy nutrition and physical activity guidelines for public school teachers, public school administrators, and licensed child-care providers.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 3137 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hefner, Cole
Relating to the appraisal of land for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land following a transfer between family members.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3154 85-0 (2017)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to creation, attachment, perfection, and enforcement of certain liens in the slaughtering of livestock.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3194 85-0 (2017)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to weight limitations for certain vehicles carrying livestock.
House: Transportation
No action taken in committee
HB 3198 85-0 (2017)
Author: Darby, DrewSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the eligibility of land to continue to be appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if the land begins to be used for oil and gas operations.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3227 85-0 (2017)
Author: King, TracySponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the administration and enforcement of produce safety standards by the Department of Agriculture; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 3324 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a grocery access investment fund program.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3582 85-0 (2017)
Author: Paddie, ChrisSponsor: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Relating to agriculture, including the regulation of seed by a political subdivision and the abolition of certain entities associated with the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 3586 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to funding for new and existing migrant labor housing facilities; establishing an interagency task force to provide support for migrant agricultural workers.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 3587 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zedler, Bill | et. al.
Relating to industrial hemp; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3590 85-0 (2017)
Author: Frank, James
Relating to reducing regulations on the application of certain pesticides by school district employees.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 3646 85-0 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the appointment of the commissioner of agriculture.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3664 85-0 (2017)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to the establishment of a program for marketing, promotion, research, and education efforts regarding Texas wine; authorizing assessments.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 3707 85-0 (2017)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
Relating to an inspection program to deter cattle theft; authorizing an administrative penalty; authorizing an assessment.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3798 85-0 (2017)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to the establishment of an agriculture and rural ombudsman office.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 3807 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burns, DeWayne
Relating to the operation of vehicles transporting agricultural products; authorizing a fee.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 3928 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to the appraisal of land for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land following a transfer between family members.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3952 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phillips, LarrySponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to suspension of the activities of the Texas Grain Producer Indemnity Board.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3969 85-0 (2017)
Author: King, Ken
Relating to a study regarding the feasibility of implementing a central filing system for the filing of financing statements for agricultural liens.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 3975 85-0 (2017)
Author: Ashby, Trent
Relating to qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as timber land.
House: Ways & Means
No action taken in committee
HB 3992 85-0 (2017)
Author: Murphy, JimSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to a franchise tax exemption for certain cooperatives with a member that has farmer-fruit grower members.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
HB 4004 85-0 (2017)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony
Relating to verification of eligibility for the school lunch program.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 4118 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gonzales, Larry | et. al.
Relating to programs and fees administered by the Department of Agriculture
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 4222 85-0 (2017)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of the labeling, sale, offering, exposing or transporting for sale of agricultural, vegetable, flower, and tree and shrub seeds for certification; to prevent misrepresentation thereof; making changes to the State Seed and Plant Board; to repeal all laws in conflict with this Act; changing the amount of a fee.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HJR 68 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phelan, Dade
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the provision which subjects land designated for agricultural use to an additional tax when the land is diverted to a purpose other than agricultural use or sold.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 60 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the preference given by state and local governmental entities, including public institutions of higher education, to agricultural products produced, processed, or grown in this state.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
SB 175 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the eligibility of land owned by certain members of the armed services of the United States for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 287 85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to the designation of the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin as the state botanical garden and arboretum.
Senate: Administration
Co-author authorized
SB 330 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Finance
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
SB 594 85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the procedure for the approval of rules adopted by the comptroller relating to the appraisal of qualified open-space land and qualified timber land for ad valorem tax purposes.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/18
SB 629 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to liability for interest if land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural or open-space land is sold or diverted to a different use.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 656 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the establishment of an agriculture and rural ombudsman office.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
SB 700 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1006 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the eligibility of land used as an ecological laboratory for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
SB 1025 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of migrant labor housing facilities.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
SB 1172 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of seed by a political subdivision.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1393 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the services that require a structural pest control license; changing the applicability of an occupational license.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1459 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Martinez, Armando
Relating to incentives to encourage landowners to destroy, remove, or treat citrus trees located in a pest management zone.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1514 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Darby, Drew
Relating to the eligibility of land to continue to be appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if the land begins to be used for oil and gas operations.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1620 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, VanSponsor: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of raising or keeping six or fewer chickens by a political subdivision.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1668 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the administration and enforcement of produce safety standards by the Department of Agriculture; authorizing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 1675 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the licensing and regulation of animal export-import processing facilities; providing penalties; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 1731 85-0 (2017)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Meyer, Morgan
Relating to the repeal of laws governing certain state entities, including the functions of those entities, and to certain duties, responsibilities, and functions of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on the abolishment of certain of those entities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
SB 1744 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the regulation of motor fuel quality and motor fuel metering devices.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 1979 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to liability for the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural land if the use of the land changes as a result of a condemnation.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 1983 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the creation of the Texas Urban Agricultural Innovation Authority.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
SB 1984 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the creation and funding of the urban farming pilot program and the creation of the Select Committee on Urban Farming.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
SB 2029 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to funding for new and existing migrant labor housing facilities; establishing an interagency task force to provide support for migrant agricultural workers.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
SB 2129 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the establishment of a program for marketing, promotion, research, and education efforts regarding Texas wine; authorizing assessments.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2136 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the establishment of a matching grant program for community development in certain municipalities and counties.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
SB 2156 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the establishment of a grocery access investment fund program.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
SJR 51 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Darby, Drew
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide that the eligibility of open-space land for ad valorem taxation on the basis of its productive capacity does not end because an oil and gas lessee begins conducting oil and gas operations on the land if the land otherwise continues to be devoted to farm, ranch, or wildlife management purposes or timber production.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 92 85-1 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 103 85-1 (2017)
Author: Stephenson, Phil | et. al.
Relating to the disposal of pesticides.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 162 85-1 (2017)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to liability for the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural land if the use of the land changes as a result of a condemnation.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 223 85-1 (2017)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the eligibility of land used as an ecological laboratory for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 249 85-1 (2017)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if a change in use of the land occurs.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 251 85-1 (2017)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land on the basis of its use for wildlife management.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
SB 48 85-1 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to liability for the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural land if the use of the land changes as a result of a condemnation.
Filed
SB 49 85-1 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to liability for interest if land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural or open-space land is sold or diverted to a different use.
Filed
SB 78 85-1 (2017)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the eligibility of land used as an ecological laboratory for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
Filed
SB 98 85-1 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the regulation of raising or keeping six or fewer chickens by a political subdivision.
Filed
HB 75 84-0 (2015)
Author: González, MarySponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the exemption from vehicle registration for certain farm vehicles owned by a farmers' cooperative society or marketing association.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 85 84-0 (2015)
Author: Craddick, Tom | et. al.
Relating to a sales and use tax exemption for telecommunications services used for the navigation of certain farm and ranch machinery and equipment.
House: Ways & Means
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 132 84-0 (2015)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting local governments from interfering with a person's right to engage in the production of agriculture.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 133 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simpson, David | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of open-space land appraised as agricultural land.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 262 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to liability of an owner, lessee, or occupant of land that allows land to be used as a community garden.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 275 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of farm products.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/16
HB 276 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ashby, Trent
Relating to the eligibility of land owned by certain members of the armed services of the United States for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 376 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, RonSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as open-space land if a change in use of the land occurs.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
HB 557 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the growth or cultivation of industrial hemp for certain research purposes.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 591 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ashby, Trent
Relating to the eligibility of land owned by certain members of the armed services of the United States for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 636 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the fines for the operation of overweight vehicles transporting agricultural products.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 798 84-0 (2015)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Relating to a task force to study methods to prevent the theft of desert plants.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Postponed
HB 809 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to the composition of and qualifications for appointment to the Texas Animal Health Commission.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 893 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to granting certain local governments general zoning authority around certain military facilities; providing a penalty.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 979 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Relating to a grant program to reduce wait times for agricultural inspections of vehicles at ports of entry along the Texas-Mexico border.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1197 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to allowing certain extracurricular activities required by public school classes for agriculture, food, and natural resources.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 1202 84-0 (2015)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to the creation of the community nutrition program policy advisory council.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1203 84-0 (2015)
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Relating to limited liability for an agritourism entity involved in an agritourism activity.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1270 84-0 (2015)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the authority of the Department of Agriculture to employ and commission peace officers as investigators.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1322 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.
Relating to industrial hemp; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1464 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the procedure for determining that certain land is no longer eligible for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural or open-space land.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1485 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a grocery access investment fund program.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Statement of Leg. Intent Recorded in Journal
HB 1513 84-0 (2015)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the minimum size of a tract of land used to raise or keep bees in order for the tract to be eligible for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 1565 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of qualified timber land.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1696 84-0 (2015)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to the sale or delivery of motor fuel.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 1816 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to the training requirements for renewal of a private pesticide applicator license.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 1846 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Susan LewisSponsor: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Relating to public comments on federal grants and contracts related to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1848 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.
Relating to the perfection and priority of an agricultural lien on an agricultural crop.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1900 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
HB 1925 84-0 (2015)
Author: Geren, CharlieSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the transfer of the Texas Farm and Ranch Lands Conservation Program to the Parks and Wildlife Department.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1934 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kacal, KyleSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the Beef Promotion and Research Council of Texas.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2087 84-0 (2015)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the development of healthy nutrition and physical activity guidelines for licensed child-care providers, public school teachers, and public school administrators.
House: Human Services
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 2119 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to charitable organizations, including charitable organizations that may conduct prescribed burning.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2120 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to changing the name of the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 2155 84-0 (2015)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
Relating to the abolition of the equine incentive program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2202 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to requirements for certain farm vehicles when operating on a highway.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2306 84-0 (2015)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if a change in use of the land occurs.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 2311 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to the failure to handle certain animals in accordance with rules of the Texas Animal Health Commission; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2334 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the deposit of certain fees and penalties from programs administered by the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 2350 84-0 (2015)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the amount that may be used to guarantee loans under the Texas Agricultural Finance Authority's agricultural loan guarantee program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2460 84-0 (2015)
Author: Wray, John
Relating to allowing certain counties to regulate the land application of certain sewage sludge.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 2495 84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to citrus pest and disease management; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2504 84-0 (2015)
Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the operation and functions of the Texas Grain Producer Indemnity Board.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2548 84-0 (2015)
Author: Stephenson, Phil
Relating to the disposal of pesticides.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2582 84-0 (2015)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the transfer of certain powers and duties related to endangered species from the comptroller to the commissioner of agriculture.
House: State Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2667 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ashby, TrentSponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the abolishment of certain programs administered by the Texas Economic Development Bank.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2704 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, TracySponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the sale, use, or possession of an incorrect weighing or measuring device; creating a criminal offense.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
HB 2972 84-0 (2015)
Author: Stephenson, Phil
Relating to notice concerning the availability to persons who transport agricultural products of an overweight vehicle permit.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 3142 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to Department of Agriculture fiscal matters; making appropriations.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 3290 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to creating a farm to school community connections pilot program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 3350 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to an exemption from length limitations for certain vehicles or combinations of vehicles used to transport harvest machines.
House: Transportation
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3499 84-0 (2015)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the labeling of genetically modified food; authorizing a civil penalty.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 3738 84-0 (2015)
Author: Cyrier, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the requirement that a person or laboratory that performs an official equine infectious anemia test be approved by the Texas Animal Health Commission.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 3764 84-0 (2015)
Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.
Relating to exemptions from certain regulation for small honey production operations.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3837 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain rainwater harvesting; providing administrative penalties; authorizing fees; requiring an occupational license.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3882 84-0 (2015)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to savings of costs or reduction of state liability in the operation of various state programs.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3894 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to an award program to recognize school nutrition program excellence.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 3983 84-0 (2015)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the Global Agricultural Innovation Institute program administered by the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Committee report sent to Calendars
HR 1508 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
Expressing support for the use of sound science to study and regulate modern agricultural technologies and opposition to legislative or regulatory action that may result in unnecessary restrictions on the technologies.
House: State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select
Reported enrolled
SB 39 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the preference given by state and local governmental entities, including public institutions of higher education, to agricultural products produced or grown in this state.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 140 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Craddick, Tom
Relating to a sales and use tax exemption for telecommunications services used for the navigation of certain farm and ranch machinery and equipment.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 362 84-0 (2015)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of open-space land appraised as agricultural land.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 413 84-0 (2015)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the qualifications for membership on the Texas Water Development Board.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 610 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Murr, Andrew
Relating to limited liability for an agritourism entity involved in an agritourism activity.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 658 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the exemption from vehicle registration for certain farm vehicles owned by a farmers' cooperative society or marketing association.
Senate: Transportation
Left pending in committee
SB 732 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of farm products.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 786 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to establishing an agriculture ombudsman office in the Department of Agriculture.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
SB 797 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to a grant program to reduce wait times for agricultural inspections of vehicles at ports of entry along the Texas-Mexico border.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 880 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Geren, Charlie
Relating to certain committees and programs to develop the wine industry in this state through the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 881 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the dedication of certain wine-related revenue.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 928 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
Relating to the abolition of the equine incentive program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 970 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to the failure to handle certain animals in accordance with rules of the Texas Animal Health Commission; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 971 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to requirements for certain farm vehicles when operating on a highway.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1099 84-0 (2015)
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.Sponsor: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the operation and functions of the Texas Grain Producer Indemnity Board.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1204 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodríguez, JoséSponsor: Márquez, Marisa
Relating to a waiver of fees by the Department of Agriculture and the Parks and Wildlife Department for certain educational programs involving aquaculture and hydroponics.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1311 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the office of water and the water advisory committee in the Department of Agriculture.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
SB 1338 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to an exemption from length limitations for certain vehicles or combinations of vehicles used to transport harvest machines.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 1339 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to the perfection and priority of an agricultural lien on an agricultural crop.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1374 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to requiring that certain strategic plans of certain state agencies include the goals of reducing the incidence of food insecurity, poor nutrition, and diet-related disease in this state.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1379 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of structures used primarily to store implements of husbandry.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 1408 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the establishment of a matching grant program for community development in certain municipalities and counties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 1476 84-0 (2015)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to strategic plan goals to address hunger, food, nutrition, physical activity, and obesity in this state.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1581 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1597 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the transfer of the Texas Farm and Ranch Lands Conservation Program to the Parks and Wildlife Department.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1734 84-0 (2015)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the eradication of Carrizo cane along the Rio Grande River.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1749 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Martinez, Armando
Relating to citrus pest and disease management.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1766 84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.Sponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to exemptions from certain regulation for small honey production operations.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1909 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the sale or use of an incorrect weighing or measuring device; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
SJR 50 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation structures used to store certain implements of husbandry.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SR 642 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Expressing support for the study and regulation of modern agricultural technologies.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Record vote
HB 61 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the punishment for the offense of arson.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 217 83-0 (2013)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to the types of beverages that may be sold to students on public school campuses.
House: Public Health Senate: Education
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 254 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to an exemption for farms from payment for wastewater service.
House: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
HB 533 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to a development of a workforce investment partnership in rural areas.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 725 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store revolving loan fund program.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 910 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain direct sales of food to consumers.
House: Public Health
Considered in Calendars
HB 1080 83-0 (2013)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Relating to the issuance of permits for dairy farming in certain areas of the state.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1081 83-0 (2013)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.Sponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to a study regarding the prohibition of dairy farming in certain areas of the state.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 1116 83-0 (2013)
Author: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to the creation of the Texas Native Seed Competitive Grant Program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1135 83-0 (2013)
Author: Villarreal, MikeSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to a study conducted by the Texas Department of Transportation regarding the production of and use of native seeds.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 1208 83-0 (2013)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to liability for interest if land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural or open-space land is sold or diverted to a different use.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1215 83-0 (2013)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to the abolition of the equine incentive program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
No action taken in committee
HB 1221 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store revolving loan fund program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 1273 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Certified Retirement Community Program.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1306 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1382 83-0 (2013)
Author: Simpson, David | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the regulation of food prepared, stored, distributed, or sold at farms and farmers' markets; limiting the applicability of a fee.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1460 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gooden, Lance
Relating to the use of land and water for wildlife management.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1493 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, TracySponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the transfer of programs from the Texas Department of Rural Affairs to the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1494 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, TracySponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to certain regulatory programs administered by the Department of Agriculture; providing penalties; imposing fees.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
See remarks for effective date
HB 1521 83-0 (2013)
Author: Clardy, TravisSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the slaughter of certain domestic or exotic fowl infected with or exposed to disease and compensation of owners of fowl infected with or exposed to disease.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 1652 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to liability of an owner, lessee, or occupant of land that allows land to be used as a community garden.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 1807 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, TracySponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to fever tick eradication; creating a penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1825 83-0 (2013)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the sale or transportation of certain desert plants; creating an offense and providing penalties; providing authority to impose a fee.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1826 83-0 (2013)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to authorizing the Department of Agriculture to create a database of nonpaying buyers of agricultural products; authorizing a fee.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1832 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to granting certain local governments general zoning authority around certain military facilities; providing a penalty.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1891 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gonzales, Larry
Relating to the authority of the commissioner of agriculture to approve the testing and sale of certain aviation gasoline.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 2153 83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, BillSponsor: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to the abolition of wind erosion conservation districts.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 2231 83-0 (2013)
Author: Simmons, Ron
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as open space land if a change in use of the land occurs.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2311 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to an animal identification program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 2312 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the membership of and the beef marketing, education, research, and promotion programs of the Texas Beef Council.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 2451 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, TracySponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the exclusion by taxable entities engaged in providing services as an agricultural aircraft operation of certain costs in determining total revenue for purposes of the franchise tax.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/14
HB 2513 83-0 (2013)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the elimination of obsolete and redundant reporting requirements for the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 2525 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kleinschmidt, Tim
Relating to a criminal penalty for failure to handle certain animals in accordance with rules of the Texas Animal Health Commission.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 2528 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the preference given by state and local governmental entities to agricultural products produced or grown in this state.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 2686 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the creation of a regional food economy and food access task force.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 2761 83-0 (2013)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.
Relating to the control of stray bison and other estrays.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2778 83-0 (2013)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to the official cotton growers boll weevil eradication foundation.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 2858 83-0 (2013)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to notice of termination by suppliers of certain dealer agreements governed by the Fair Practices of Equipment Manufacturers, Distributors, Wholesalers, and Dealers Act.
House: Economic & Small Business Development - S/C Manufacturing
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2995 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
Relating to the administration of the citrus budwood certification program and the creation of the citrus nursery stock certification program; providing civil, criminal, and administrative penalties and authorizing fees.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3039 83-0 (2013)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to financing programs and activities related to rural economic development; authorizing a fee.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3256 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the eligibility of certain vehicles to be operated as farm vehicles on a road or highway in this state.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 3385 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to limited liability for an agritourism entity involved in an agritourism activity.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3569 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kleinschmidt, TimSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to activities conducted in connection with a state or federal disease control or eradication program for animals.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 3616 83-0 (2013)
Author: Burnam, Lon | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store revolving loan fund program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 3761 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to a feasibility report on the creation of a border agricultural inspection training program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
SB 174 83-0 (2013)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
Relating to the control of stray bison and other estrays.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
SB 317 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the types of beverages that may be sold to students on public school campuses.
Senate: Education
No action taken in committee
SB 403 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store and healthy corner store revolving loan fund program.
Senate: Government Organization
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 415 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store revolving loan fund program.
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Referred to Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
SB 523 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the issuance of permits for dairy farming in certain areas of the state.
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
SB 524 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to a study regarding the prohibition of dairy farming in certain areas of the state.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
SB 671 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the deregulation of weather modification operations.
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Referred to Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
SB 702 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to certified and insured prescribed burn managers.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 732 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the Certified Retirement Community Program.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 764 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to a limitation on liability for prescribed burning conducted on agricultural or conservation land.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 772 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the elimination of obsolete and redundant reporting requirements for the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
SB 818 83-0 (2013)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Darby, Drew
Relating to boll weevil eradication activities and programs.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
SB 916 83-0 (2013)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Kleinschmidt, Tim
Relating to quorums and meetings by teleconference of the Texas Bioenergy Policy Council and the Texas Bioenergy Research Committee.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Open Government
Effective immediately
SB 924 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to strategic plans to address hunger, food, nutrition, and obesity in this state.
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
SB 1070 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the membership of and the beef marketing, education, research, and promotion programs of the Texas Beef Council.
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1095 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to fever tick eradication; creating a penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1107 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: González, Mary | et. al.
Relating to the preference given by state and local governmental entities to agricultural products produced or grown in this state.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Government Organization
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1208 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a regional food economy and food access task force.
Senate: Government Organization
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1214 83-0 (2013)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Darby, Drew
Relating to certain economic development programs administered by the Department of Agriculture.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
SB 1233 83-0 (2013)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to an animal identification program.
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1415 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, BobSponsor: Workman, Paul
Relating to notice of termination by suppliers of certain dealer agreements governed by the Fair Practices of Equipment Manufacturers, Distributors, Wholesalers, and Dealers Act.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1427 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the administration of the citrus budwood certification program and the creation of the citrus nursery stock certification program; providing civil, criminal, and administrative penalties and authorizing fees.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1433 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to certain regulatory programs administered by the Department of Agriculture; providing penalties; imposing fees.
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
SB 1554 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: King, Tracy | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a matching grant program for community development in certain municipalities and counties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1750 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to a criminal penalty for failure to handle certain animals in accordance with rules of the Texas Animal Health Commission.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 18 83-1 (2013)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
Relating to restricting the sale of state-owned longhorn cattle in Big Bend Ranch State Park.
Filed
HB 39 83-1 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the preference given by state and local governmental entities to agricultural products produced or grown in this state.
Filed
HB 40 83-1 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
Filed
HB 64 82-0 (2011)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to rebates and the sale of crop insurance.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
HB 92 82-0 (2011)
Author: Cook, Byron | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of slaughterers by certain counties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 94 82-0 (2011)
Author: Cook, Byron
Relating to the applicability of regulations on the purchase of ammonium nitrate or ammonium nitrate material by certain purchasers.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 127 82-0 (2011)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the types of beverages that may be sold to students on public school campuses.
House: Public Health Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
HB 141 82-0 (2011)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of slaughterers by certain counties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 241 82-0 (2011)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to liability for interest if land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural or open-space land is sold or diverted to a different use.
House: Ways & Means
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 268 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hilderbran, HarveySponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the exemption from sales and use taxes, including the motor vehicle sales and use tax, for timber and certain items used in or on a farm, ranch, timber operation, or agricultural aircraft operation.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 317 82-0 (2011)
Author: Cook, Byron
Relating to the authority of a county to regulate land use after a local option election.
Filed
HB 334 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miller, Sid
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Livestock Care Standards Advisory Committee.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 338 82-0 (2011)
Author: Aycock, JimmieSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to disclaimers by certain entities promulgating lists of noxious or invasive terrestrial plant species.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 361 82-0 (2011)
Author: Otto, JohnSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the agricultural advisory board of an appraisal district.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 651 82-0 (2011)
Author: Christian, Wayne
Relating to certain restrictions on funds administered by the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 662 82-0 (2011)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to authorizing certain counties to adopt buffer zone regulations and comprehensive land development plans; providing a penalty.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 947 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to a pilot program to expand access to career and technical education partnerships in rural areas.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1181 82-0 (2011)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to abolishing the Texas Department of Rural Affairs and transferring its functions to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, Department of State Health Services, and Department of Agriculture.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 1324 82-0 (2011)
Author: Landtroop, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of public grain warehouse operators.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1361 82-0 (2011)
Author: Landtroop, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of public grain warehouse operators.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 1527 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miller, SidSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the certification of the state's primary standards of weights and measures.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1600 82-0 (2011)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1733 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1808 82-0 (2011)
Author: Cook, ByronSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the continuation and functions of the State Soil and Water Conservation Board.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1840 82-0 (2011)
Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the creation and functions of the Texas Grain Producer Indemnity Board.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1916 82-0 (2011)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the regulation of weather modification operations.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 1969 82-0 (2011)
Author: Christian, WayneSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the applicability of commercial fertilizer regulations to a substance containing animal manure or plant remains.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1991 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to the repeal of certain laws regulating the registration of animal tattoo marks with the Department of Public Safety.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1992 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick | et. al.Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the authority of the Texas Animal Health Commission to set and collect fees.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1993 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to the redemption and impoundment of estrays.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2049 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lavender, George | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of certain land used to raise or keep bees for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land.
House: Ways & Means
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2084 82-0 (2011)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of small food production and sales operations.
House: Public Health
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2108 82-0 (2011)
Author: Paxton, Ken | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to electronic filing and rerecording of livestock marks and brands by county clerks.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 2225 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the assessment of damages to a property owner from condemnation.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 2308 82-0 (2011)
Author: Cook, Byron
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Forest Service.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 2334 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick | et. al.
Relating to the operation by the Department of Agriculture of programs for rural economic development and the marketing and promotion of agricultural and other products grown, processed, or produced in this state.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2335 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to motor fuel quality and testing.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2414 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the continuation of the Healthy Food Advisory Committee.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2420 82-0 (2011)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
Relating to exemptions from permitting by groundwater conservation districts of the drilling and operation of certain water wells.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2529 82-0 (2011)
Author: Price, Walter "Four"
Relating to the administration of appraisal districts.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2669 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the creation of an advisory committee to study urban farming.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2730 82-0 (2011)
Author: White, James
Relating to weight limits on a vehicle loaded with certain agricultural products.
House: Transportation
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2791 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the date by which a pest management zone or cotton grower may request an extension of the cotton stalk destruction deadline.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2810 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miller, SidSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to an exemption from the sales and use tax for tangible personal property incorporated into or attached to certain agricultural structures.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2960 82-0 (2011)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to vehicles used for the purpose of participating in equine activities or attending livestock shows.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 2994 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miles, BorrisSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the creation, operation, and funding of the urban farm microenterprise support program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2995 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to an exemption for urban farms from payment for wastewater service.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2996 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miles, BorrisSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the creation of the Texas Urban Agricultural Innovation Authority.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2997 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miles, BorrisSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the creation and funding of the urban farming pilot program and the creation of the Select Committee on Urban Farming.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2998 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to ad valorem tax relief for urban farms and green roofs.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3079 82-0 (2011)
Author: Darby, DrewSponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to dealer agreements regarding the purchase and sale of certain equipment or machinery used for agricultural, construction, industrial, mining, outdoor power, forestry, and landscaping purposes.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 3199 82-0 (2011)
Author: Cain, ErwinSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the repeal of requirements and penalties related to the grading of roses.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 3231 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hernandez Luna, Ana
Relating to the eligibility of nonprofit organizations that partner with certain schools to receive grants for agricultural projects.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 3264 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miller, Sid
Relating to limiting the liability of certain persons for farm animal activities.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 3387 82-0 (2011)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the regulation of food prepared, stored, distributed, or sold at farmers' markets.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Posting rule suspended
HB 3415 82-0 (2011)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to the authority of the Texas Animal Health Commission to set and collect fees.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 3449 82-0 (2011)
Author: Christian, Wayne
Relating to notice provided to certain local officials regarding the use of land application to treat and dispose of certain oil and gas waste.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 3478 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to the punishment for criminal mischief involving cattle, horses, and exotic livestock.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 3533 82-0 (2011)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.
Relating to granting certain local governments general zoning authority around certain military facilities; providing a penalty.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Left pending in committee
HCR 96 82-0 (2011)
Author: Veasey, Marc | et. al.
Urging the United States Congress to divert funds from corn subsidies to the production of fruits and vegetables.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HJR 107 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HJR 110 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Proposing a constitutional amendment to require compensation for relocation costs associated with the taking of certain property for a public use.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
SB 51 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a pilot program to expand access to career and technical education partnerships in rural areas.
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs
SB 199 82-0 (2011)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Hernandez Luna, Ana
Relating to agricultural projects in certain schools, including the eligibility of nonprofit organizations that partner with schools to receive grants.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 248 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Landtroop, Jim
Relating to the regulation of public grain warehouse operators.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 378 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the date by which a pest management zone or cotton grower may request an extension of the cotton stalk destruction deadline.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 409 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 449 82-0 (2011)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
SB 478 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the protection of stray bison.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
SB 479 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Miller, Sid
Relating to limiting the liability of certain persons for farm animal activities.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 506 82-0 (2011)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to consumption advisories for mercury contamination in fish, crustaceans, molluscan shellfish, and other aquatic and terrestrial animals.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
SB 616 82-0 (2011)
Author: Rodriguez, JoseSponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to the sale or transportation of certain desert plants; providing a penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 645 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the State Soil and Water Conservation Board.
Senate: Government Organization
Left pending in committee
SB 646 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Cook, Byron
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Forest Service.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 691 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the exemption from permitting by groundwater conservation districts for certain water wells used for domestic, livestock, and poultry watering purposes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 751 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the regulation of catfish and other siluriform fish intended for human consumption; providing civil and administrative penalties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
SB 893 82-0 (2011)
Author: Whitmire, JohnSponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to motor fuel quality and testing.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 1086 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to the operation by the Department of Agriculture of programs for rural economic development and the marketing and promotion of agricultural and other products grown, processed, or produced in this state.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1157 82-0 (2011)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: Miller, Sid
Relating to the certification of the state's primary standards of weights and measures.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 1232 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the creation of the grain producer indemnity fund.
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 1233 82-0 (2011)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the promotion of efficiencies in and the administration of certain district court and county services and functions.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1356 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to the repeal of certain laws regulating the registration of animal tattoo marks with the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 1357 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to the redemption and impoundment of estrays.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 1374 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the regulation of weather modification operations.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1417 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the limitation of liability of certain landowners.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1454 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the membership and duties of the interagency obesity council.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
SB 1602 82-0 (2011)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the exemption from the sales and use tax for certain agricultural items.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 1604 82-0 (2011)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to weight limits on a vehicle loaded with certain agricultural products.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
No action taken in committee
SB 1626 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the punishment for criminal mischief involving cattle, horses, and exotic livestock.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SJR 16 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.Sponsor: Ritter, Allan
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water-stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Filed with the Secretary of State
SB 40 82-1 (2011)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the establishment and administration of the Texas Essential Workers Program.
Filed
HB 205 81-0 (2009)
Author: Aycock, JimmieSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the applicability of certain city requirements affecting the restraint of certain dogs on annexed or otherwise acquired property used for agricultural operations.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 328 81-0 (2009)
Author: Heflin, JoeSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to abolishing the office of inspector of hides and animals.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 375 81-0 (2009)
Author: Miller, SidSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to classifying elk and elk hybrids as livestock under the Agriculture Code.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 376 81-0 (2009)
Author: Miller, Sid
Relating to the requirement that livestock at auction facilities located in or near a fever tick quarantine area be dipped.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 482 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to programs to increase the availability of fresh produce to, and the purchase and consumption of fresh produce by, certain low-income individuals.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs
HB 568 81-0 (2009)
Author: Miller, Sid
Relating to the slaughter and processing of livestock for use by certain child-care facilities.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 571 81-0 (2009)
Author: England, Kirk
Relating to permitting an owner, occupant, or lessee of agricultural land who is a certified prescribed burn manager to conduct a prescribed burn.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 679 81-0 (2009)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to testing and warnings related to mercury levels in certain fish.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 681 81-0 (2009)
Author: Farrar, Jessica | et. al.Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to requiring warning signs regarding mercury levels in certain fish.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 865 81-0 (2009)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Invasive Species Coordinating Committee.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 1114 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hamilton, Mike | et. al.
Relating to application requirements and performance standards for agricultural biomass and landfill diversion incentive grants.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1444 81-0 (2009)
Author: Aycock, Jimmie
Relating to the definition of an agricultural business for the purposes of the Texas Agricultural Finance Authority.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1530 81-0 (2009)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the licensing and regulation of health-related pest control by the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 1580 81-0 (2009)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the continuation and functions of the board of directors of the official cotton growers' boll weevil eradication foundation and the management of certain cotton in pest management zones.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Government Organization
Effective immediately
HB 1617 81-0 (2009)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to limited agricultural cooperatives; providing penalties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs
HB 1751 81-0 (2009)
Author: Leibowitz, David | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a renewable energy device, structure, facility, or system installed or constructed on residential property, land designated for agricultural use, or open-space land devoted to farm or ranch purposes for the generation of energy for use in connection with the property.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1840 81-0 (2009)
Author: Kleinschmidt, Tim | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of an interagency farm-to-school coordination task force.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1881 81-0 (2009)
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas Equine Incentive Program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 1908 81-0 (2009)
Author: King, TracySponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the safety of the fresh fruit and vegetables produced in this state.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1911 81-0 (2009)
Author: Isett, Carl | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Rural Investment Fund.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1916 81-0 (2009)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for capital projects at Sam Houston State University.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
HB 1949 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rios Ybarra, Tara | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the issuance and execution of agriculture warrants; creating an offense.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 2016 81-0 (2009)
Author: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to the regulation of the use of land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural land.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 2042 81-0 (2009)
Author: Flynn, DanSponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the notice requirements following impoundment of an estray.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 2150 81-0 (2009)
Author: Kleinschmidt, Tim
Relating to the eligibility of land for ad valorem tax appraisal as qualified open-space land.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2151 81-0 (2009)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to the creation of a fuel ethanol and biodiesel producer loan guarantee program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 2230 81-0 (2009)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to liability for interest if land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural or open-space land is sold or diverted to a different use.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 2292 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gattis, Dan
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of open-space land appraised as agricultural land.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2318 81-0 (2009)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the fuel ethanol and biodiesel incentive program of the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 2366 81-0 (2009)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to the creation of the Texas bioenergy fund.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 2527 81-0 (2009)
Author: Aycock, JimmieSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the regulation of commercial fertilizer.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 2582 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne | et. al.Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the production and taxation of renewable diesel fuel.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 2872 81-0 (2009)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to the establishment by the State Soil and Water Conservation Board of a carbon dioxide sequestration or emissions offset program.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 2884 81-0 (2009)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to rebates and the sale of crop insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 2925 81-0 (2009)
Author: Herrero, Abel | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to protections provided by the Department of Agriculture for certain consumers; providing penalties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
See remarks for effective date
HB 3030 81-0 (2009)
Author: Heflin, Joe
Relating to an exemption from the sales and use tax for machinery and equipment used in an agricultural aircraft operation.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3143 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne | et. al.
Relating to weight limits on a vehicle loaded with certain agricultural products.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3144 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gonzalez Toureilles, YvonneSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to an exemption from the sales and use tax for property used in agricultural operations and for aircraft used in connection with agriculture.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 3236 81-0 (2009)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Agriculture and the Prescribed Burning Board and the abolition of the Texas-Israel Exchange Fund Board.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 3271 81-0 (2009)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the Texas Partnership for Children in Nature.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism
HB 3322 81-0 (2009)
Author: Kleinschmidt, Tim | et. al.
Relating to participation in an animal identification system.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 3330 81-0 (2009)
Author: Aycock, JimmieSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to a disease surveillance program for elk; providing a penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 3429 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gutierrez, RolandSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to certain program and reporting duties of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 3496 81-0 (2009)
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Nursery and Floral Advisory Council and the promotion of Texas nursery and floral industries.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 4031 81-0 (2009)
Author: McCall, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the agricultural biomass and landfill diversion incentive program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 4070 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of airplanes and helicopters used exclusively in agricultural operations.
House: Ways & Means
Reported favorably as substituted
HB 4100 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to fees for certain licenses issued by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
HB 4175 81-0 (2009)
Author: Bolton, Valinda | et. al.
Relating to authorizing certain counties to adopt buffer zone regulations and comprehensive land development plans; providing a penalty.
House: Land & Resource Management
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4186 81-0 (2009)
Author: Jones, Delwin
Relating to weight limits on a vehicle loaded with certain agricultural products.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
HB 4187 81-0 (2009)
Author: Jones, Delwin
Relating to a length exemption for a vehicle or combination of vehicles used to transport a combine used in farm custom harvesting operations.
House: Transportation
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 4196 81-0 (2009)
Author: Kuempel, Edmund
Relating to proof of title to breeding deer for certain purposes of deer breeding operations.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism
HB 4245 81-0 (2009)
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.
Relating to a pilot program to expand access to career and technical education partnerships in rural areas.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 4577 81-0 (2009)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the seizure and destruction of certain plants.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 4578 81-0 (2009)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the establishment of the official citrus producers' pest and disease management corporation; providing penalties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Placed on General State Calendar
HJR 72 81-0 (2009)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation a renewable energy device, structure, facility, or system installed or constructed on residential property, land designated for agricultural use, or open-space land devoted to farm or ranch purposes for the generation of energy for use in connection with the property.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
SB 36 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the program to educate cattle producers about trichonomoniasis.
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs
SB 205 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, EliotSponsor: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Partnership for Children in Nature.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 212 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, EliotSponsor: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne
Relating to the sale or transportation of certain desert plants; providing a penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 343 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: McReynolds, Jim
Relating to the creation of an advisory committee to study the retail availability of healthy foods in certain underserved areas of this state.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 344 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne
Relating to the establishment of an advisory committee to study the acceptance at farmers markets of food stamps and benefits under the women, infants, and children supplemental food program.
House: Public Health Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 399 81-0 (2009)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to abolishing the office of inspector of hides and animals.
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
SB 578 81-0 (2009)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the authority of a county to regulate land development after a local option election.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 678 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as open-space land if a change of use of the land occurs.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 682 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to participation in an animal identification system.
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 691 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Invasive Species Coordinating Committee.
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 948 81-0 (2009)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Aycock, Jimmie
Relating to the definition of an agricultural business for the purposes of the Texas Agricultural Finance Authority.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 958 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Heflin, Joe
Relating to an exemption from the sales and use tax for certain aircraft, including machinery and equipment used in an agricultural aircraft operation.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 969 81-0 (2009)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Jones, Delwin
Relating to a length exemption for a vehicle or combination of vehicles used to transport a combine used in farm custom harvesting operations.
House: Transportation Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 1004 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the continuation and functions of the board of directors of the official cotton growers' boll weevil eradication foundation.
Senate: Government Organization
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1016 81-0 (2009)
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.Sponsor: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Agriculture and the Prescribed Burning Board, the creation of the Texas Bioenergy Policy Council and Texas Bioenergy Research Committee, and the abolition of the Texas-Israel Exchange Fund Board; providing penalties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 1027 81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Kleinschmidt, Tim
Relating to the establishment of an interagency farm-to-school coordination task force.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 1088 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.
Relating to the use of food stamp benefits at farmers markets.
House: Human Services Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
SB 1089 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to farm-to-school initiatives.
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs
SB 1131 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the seizure and destruction of certain plants.
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
SB 1132 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the issuance and execution of agriculture warrants; creating an offense.
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
SB 1214 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to consumption advisories for mercury contamination in fish, crustaceans, molluscan shellfish, and other aquatic and terrestrial animals.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
No action taken in committee
SB 1246 81-0 (2009)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Eiland, Craig
Relating to fees for certain licenses issued by the Parks and Wildlife Department.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 1309 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the regulation of commercial fertilizer.
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1501 81-0 (2009)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Patrick, Diane
Relating to the eligibility of nonprofit organizations that partner with certain schools to receive grants for agricultural projects.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
1 hr. notice-to suspend rules
SB 1668 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to application requirements and performance standards for agricultural biomass and landfill diversion incentive grants.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
SB 1693 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ogden, SteveSponsor: Cook, Byron
Relating to the regulation of poultry facilities and poultry litter by the State Soil and Water Conservation Board and to the enforcement authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 1779 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the establishment of the official citrus producers' pest and disease management corporation; providing penalties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1806 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne
Relating to liens for certain veterinary care charges for large animals.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 1851 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the posting of notice by a county sheriff regarding impounded estrays.
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 1871 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the management of volunteer and other noncommercial cotton in pest management zones.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
SB 1901 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the safety of the fresh fruit and vegetables produced in this state.
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
No action taken in committee
SB 1988 81-0 (2009)
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Rural Investment Fund.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
SB 2000 81-0 (2009)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to weight limits on a vehicle loaded with certain agricultural products.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 2089 81-0 (2009)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to protections provided by the Department of Agriculture for certain consumers; providing penalties.
Senate: Natural Resources
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 2172 81-0 (2009)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to proof of title to breeding deer for certain purposes of deer breeding operations.
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs
SB 2405 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Keffer, Jim
Relating to a pilot program to expand access to career and technical education partnerships in rural areas.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 299 80-0 (2007)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to testing and warnings related to mercury levels in certain fish.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation, and Tourism
HB 300 80-0 (2007)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to requiring warning signs regarding mercury levels in certain fish.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 407 80-0 (2007)
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the establishment of a home-delivered meal grant program in the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 461 80-0 (2007)
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to participation in an animal identification system.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on intent calendar
HB 496 80-0 (2007)
Author: Cook, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to mileage reimbursement for soil and water conservation district directors and delegates.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 596 80-0 (2007)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the retail sale of temperature-adjusted gasoline and diesel fuel.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 637 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to making participation in an animal identification program voluntary.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock
HB 967 80-0 (2007)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the reappraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of agricultural or open-space land on which the Texas Animal Health Commission has established a temporary quarantine for ticks.
House: Local Government Ways & Means Senate: International Relations & Trade
Effective immediately
HB 1090 80-0 (2007)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
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 and to the state's goal for generating renewable energy.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 1457 80-0 (2007)
Author: McReynolds, JimSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the acceptable methods for disposal of poultry carcasses.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 1472 80-0 (2007)
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the annexation of land for which property taxes are imposed based on the land's value for agricultural or wildlife management purposes or timber production.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1592 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the labeling requirement for fuel pumps dispensing certain gasoline and ethanol mixtures.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1631 80-0 (2007)
Author: Heflin, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to abolishing the office of inspector of hides and animals.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on intent calendar
HB 1673 80-0 (2007)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to the fuel ethanol and biodiesel incentive program of the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 1719 80-0 (2007)
Author: McReynolds, JimSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to requiring landowners to report the burial of certain animal carcasses.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1817 80-0 (2007)
Author: Isett, Carl | et. al.
Relating to weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products and equipment.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 1931 80-0 (2007)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to the production and taxation of renewable diesel fuel.
House: Ways & Means
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 1932 80-0 (2007)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the membership and area of operation of farmers' cooperative societies.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 2024 80-0 (2007)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 2027 80-0 (2007)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to the requirements for obtaining a permit authorizing the use of a hail cannon.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 2222 80-0 (2007)
Author: Heflin, JoeSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the membership of the Food and Fibers Research Council.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 2328 80-0 (2007)
Author: Woolley, Beverly | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the offenses of cruelty to livestock and nonlivestock animals.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 2345 80-0 (2007)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the creation of the Texas Organic Agricultural Industry Advisory Board.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 2542 80-0 (2007)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Office of Rural Community Affairs.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Government Organization
Effective immediately
HB 2543 80-0 (2007)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the continuation and operation of the Texas Animal Health Commission; providing penalties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Government Organization
See remarks for effective date
HB 2546 80-0 (2007)
Author: Noriega, RickSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the sale of ammonium nitrate; creating an offense.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 2547 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smith, Todd
Relating to rate filing requirements and rating standards for commercial property insurers.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2671 80-0 (2007)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to limited agricultural cooperatives; providing penalties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Reported from s/c favorably w/o amendments
HB 2672 80-0 (2007)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to activities of a winery located in a dry county.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
No action taken in committee
HB 2959 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to regulation of dairy products.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 3096 80-0 (2007)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to dealer agreements regarding the purchase and sale of certain all-terrain vehicles or equipment or machinery used for agricultural, off-road construction, utility, industrial, mining, forestry, and landscaping purposes.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3300 80-0 (2007)
Author: Phillips, LarrySponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to classifying llamas, alpacas, and exotic livestock as livestock under the Agriculture Code.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 3401 80-0 (2007)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
Relating to the sale of cattle represented as sound for breeding purposes; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock
HB 3573 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the implementation of animal identification programs and the identification and tracking of exotic livestock and exotic fowl.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock
HB 3652 80-0 (2007)
Author: Homer, Mark
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation for certain poultry facilities.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 4062 80-0 (2007)
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the enforcement and administration of certain programs by the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HJR 3 80-0 (2007)
Author: Homer, Mark
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt poultry facilities from ad valorem taxation.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HJR 69 80-0 (2007)
Author: Heflin, JoeSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Proposing a constitutional amendment to abolish the constitutional authority for the office of inspector of hides and animals.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Filed with the Secretary of State
HR 2797 80-0 (2007)
Author: Swinford, David
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1090.
Filed
HR 2851 80-0 (2007)
Author: Swinford, David
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1090.
Reported enrolled
SB 34 80-0 (2007)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to a nutrition policy for public schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 286 80-0 (2007)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a home-delivered meal grant program in the Department of Agriculture.
Senate: Natural Resources
Co-author authorized
SB 357 80-0 (2007)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Swinford, David
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.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 689 80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the sale or transport of certain desert plants; providing a penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock
SB 708 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products and equipment.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 779 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the appraisal of open-space land devoted principally to agricultural use.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 822 80-0 (2007)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the creation of the atmosphere modification research program and center and the administration of the weather modification and control program.
House: Border & International Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 827 80-0 (2007)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Patrick, Diane
Relating to the public schools eligible to receive certain grants from the Department of Agriculture.
House: Public Education Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 866 80-0 (2007)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas Organic Agricultural Industry Advisory Board.
Senate: Natural Resources
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute
SB 910 80-0 (2007)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Office of Rural Community Affairs.
Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Government Organization
SB 911 80-0 (2007)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Miller, Sid
Relating to the continuation and operation of the Texas Animal Health Commission; providing penalties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Government Organization
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 912 80-0 (2007)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory.
Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Government Organization
SB 1100 80-0 (2007)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the offenses of cruelty to livestock and nonlivestock animals.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1148 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to dealer agreements regarding the purchase and sale of certain all-terrain vehicles or equipment or machinery used for agricultural, off-road construction, utility, industrial, mining, forestry, and landscaping purposes.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1249 80-0 (2007)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the sale and delivery of certain motor fuels.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1339 80-0 (2007)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Chisum, Warren
Relating to allowing money in the disaster contingency fund to be used to provide assistance to producers of agricultural products affected by a disaster caused by severe drought, wildfire, flood, storm, or hurricane.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 1532 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the regulation of food safety in fresh fruits and vegetables.
Senate: Natural Resources
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute
SB 1561 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Peña, Aaron
Relating to the seizure and destruction of certain plants; creating an offense.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1577 80-0 (2007)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the authority of a county to regulate land development after a local option election.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1714 80-0 (2007)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to regulation of dairy products.
House: Public Health Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/07
SR 1176 80-0 (2007)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1090.
Reported enrolled
HB 116 79-0 (2005)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the farm and ranch lands conservation program.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 372 79-0 (2005)
Author: Jackson, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Brimer, Kim
Relating to the required use of towing safety chains on certain vehicles.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Returned from the House for further action
HB 373 79-0 (2005)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the food and fibers research grant program and to the transfer of the powers and duties of the Texas Food and Fibers Commission to the Food and Fibers Research Council.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 749 79-0 (2005)
Author: Jones, Delwin | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to size and weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products and equipment.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 760 79-0 (2005)
Author: McReynolds, JimSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to fees for registration and inspection of certain fuel measuring and dispensing devices.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 774 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the Interstate Pest Control Compact.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 785 79-0 (2005)
Author: Miller, Sid
Relating to authorizing a temporary wind up permit for a concentrated animal feeding operation the permit for which has been revoked.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 876 79-0 (2005)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the use in food of genetically engineered non-food materials.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 894 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hodge, Terri | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to produce samples at municipally owned farmers' markets.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 901 79-0 (2005)
Author: McReynolds, JimSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to expiration dates for certain licenses issued or renewed by the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 1101 79-0 (2005)
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for the Tarleton State University Dairy Center.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
HB 1513 79-0 (2005)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to permit exemptions for certain users of state water.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 1520 79-0 (2005)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to activities of a winery located in a dry county.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 1568 79-0 (2005)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the definition of an agricultural operation.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Refer to s/c on Ag & Coastal Resc by Pres
HB 1695 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the appointment and jurisdiction of cattle rangers.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 1733 79-0 (2005)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to prohibiting disclosure of certain records or reports by the Texas Feed and Fertilizer Control Service.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1878 79-0 (2005)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to requiring warning signs regarding mercury levels in certain fish.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Left pending in committee
HB 1879 79-0 (2005)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to testing and warnings related to mercury levels in certain fish.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation, and Tourism
HB 2049 79-0 (2005)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to assessments levied on producers and used for marketing, education, research, and promotion of Texas beef.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2135 79-0 (2005)
Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.Sponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to the creation of a tourist-oriented directional sign program.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 2305 79-0 (2005)
Author: Casteel, Carter
Relating to the annexation of land for which property taxes are imposed based on the land's value for agricultural or wildlife management purposes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2313 79-0 (2005)
Author: Miller, SidSponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to noxious and invasive plants; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 2370 79-0 (2005)
Author: McReynolds, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Staples, Todd
Relating to the regulation of poultry facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 2423 79-0 (2005)
Author: Puente, RobertSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to discrimination by a groundwater conservation district against landowners whose land is enrolled or participating in a federal conservation program.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 2578 79-0 (2005)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to providing the national free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch program to a greater number of public school students.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2611 79-0 (2005)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the reappraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of agricultural or open-space land in a tick eradication quarantine area.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2862 79-0 (2005)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to the regulation of a poultry operation that does not use a liquid waste handling system.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 2927 79-0 (2005)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to requiring the licensing of resellers of certified seed; imposing a criminal penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 3046 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hill, Fred
Relating to the administration of ad valorem taxation.
House: Local Government Ways & Means
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3146 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the establishment of a land conservation program and land conservation council in the Parks and Wildlife Department.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 3185 79-0 (2005)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to exemptions from permitting requirements for dams and reservoirs on private property.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 3226 79-0 (2005)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a statewide maintenance program for boll weevil and pink bollworm eradication.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3275 79-0 (2005)
Author: Isett, Carl
Relating to abolishing the Agriculture Resources Protection Authority.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3287 79-0 (2005)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to payment for livestock feeding and care charges.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock
HB 3334 79-0 (2005)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from regulation for certain nonprofit agricultural research projects.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 3575 79-0 (2005)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from regulation for certain nonprofit agricultural research projects.
House: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
HCR 137 79-0 (2005)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Urging the U.S. Congress to press for NAFTA reforms to provide preference protections for produce grown in South Texas and marketed in the same area.
House: Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HCR 220 79-0 (2005)
Author: Swinford, David
Recalling S.B. No. 1708 from the Governor.
Filed
SB 9 79-0 (2005)
Author: Staples, ToddSponsor: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to homeland security; providing a penalty.
House: Defense Affairs & State-Federal Relations Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
SB 161 79-0 (2005)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the food and fibers research grant program.
Senate: Natural Resources
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
SB 176 79-0 (2005)
Author: Brimer, Kim
Relating to the required use of towing safety chains on certain vehicles.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation
SB 247 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to permitting samples of produce at certain municipally owned farmers' markets.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Public Health
SB 370 79-0 (2005)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to expiration dates for certain licenses issued or renewed by the Department of Agriculture.
Senate: Natural Resources
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
SB 371 79-0 (2005)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the Interstate Pest Control Compact.
Senate: Natural Resources
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 372 79-0 (2005)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to fees for registration and inspection of certain fuel measuring and dispensing devices.
Senate: Natural Resources
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
SB 734 79-0 (2005)
Author: Williams, Tommy | et. al.Sponsor: Mowery, Anna
Relating to municipal regulation of the discharge of firearms and certain other weapons.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 760 79-0 (2005)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: Straus, Joe
Relating to the classification of open-space land into categories for purposes of appraising the land for ad valorem tax purposes.
House: Local Government Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 1/1/06
SB 806 79-0 (2005)
Author: Averitt, KipSponsor: Swinford, David
Relating to appointed members of the State Soil and Water Conservation Board.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
House passage as amended reported
SB 956 79-0 (2005)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the appointment and jurisdiction of cattle rangers.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
SB 1091 79-0 (2005)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Miller, Sid
Relating to noxious and invasive plants; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Postponed
SB 1102 79-0 (2005)
Author: Jackson, Mike | et. al.
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.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 1273 79-0 (2005)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the establishment of the Texas farm and ranch lands conservation program.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 1370 79-0 (2005)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Truitt, Vicki
Relating to the disposition of certain tax revenue for the protection and development of grape and wine production.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 1371 79-0 (2005)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to the disposition of certain tax revenue for the development of the Texas wine producing industry.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1428 79-0 (2005)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Swinford, David
Relating to the establishment of a statewide maintenance program for boll weevil and pink bollworm eradication.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 1462 79-0 (2005)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to payment for livestock feeding and care charges.
Senate: Natural Resources
Refer to s/c on Ag & Coastal Resc by Pres
SB 1640 79-0 (2005)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to size and weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products and equipment.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 1669 79-0 (2005)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to the composition of the wine sold or dispensed by wineries located in this state.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1680 79-0 (2005)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Isett, Carl
Relating to the repeal of the Agriculture Resources Protection Authority.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 1707 79-0 (2005)
Author: Staples, ToddSponsor: McReynolds, Jim
Relating to the regulation of poultry facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 1708 79-0 (2005)
Author: Staples, ToddSponsor: Swinford, David
Relating to assessments levied on certain owners of cattle and used for marketing, education, research, and promotion of Texas beef.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
House adopts resolution recalling from Gov.
SB 1709 79-0 (2005)
Author: Staples, Todd
Relating to the regulation of a poultry operation that does not use a liquid waste handling system.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Environmental Regulation
SCR 41 79-0 (2005)
Author: Staples, ToddSponsor: Swinford, David
Recalling S.B. No. 1708 from the governor.
Sent to the Governor
SB 84 79-1 (2005)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to highway signs for certain businesses related to agriculture.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 50 79-2 (2005)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to highway signs for certain businesses related to agriculture.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 22 79-2 (2005)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to highway signs for certain businesses related to agriculture.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
HB 168 79-3 (2006)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the implementation of animal identification programs and the identification and tracking of exotic livestock and exotic fowl.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock
HB 151 78-0 (2003)
Author: Farabee, David | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to offenses involving dogs or coyotes that are a danger to livestock and other animals.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 169 78-0 (2003)
Author: Christian, Wayne
Relating to the capitalization rate used in the ad valorem tax appraisal of qualified timber land.
House: Local Government Ways and Means
Referred to Local Government Ways and Means
HB 179 78-0 (2003)
Author: Ellis, DanSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the qualification of a county fair association for an ad valorem tax exemption.
House: Local Government Ways and Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/04
HB 240 78-0 (2003)
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the punishment for criminal mischief committed by intentionally introducing infectious diseases into livestock.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 433 78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to criminal offenses involving acts against certain activities involving animals or involving natural resources and to civil consequences arising from convictions of those offenses.
House: Defense Affairs and State-Federal Relations
Referred to Defense Affairs & State-Fed Rel
HB 470 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hochberg, Scott | et. al.Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the labeling, advertising, and sale of halal foods; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 480 78-0 (2003)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to eligibility of land located in certain municipalities to be appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as land designated for agricultural use, open-space land, timber land, or restricted-use timber land.
House: Local Government Ways and Means
No action taken in committee
HB 641 78-0 (2003)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to state policy and regulations regarding bison; providing penalties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 675 78-0 (2003)
Author: Dunnam, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of riding stables.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
No action taken in committee
HB 895 78-0 (2003)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the establishment of a program to provide grants to make voluntary purchases of development rights in real property.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1029 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to prohibiting a governmental entity from disclosing personal information relating to certain persons who hold a private pesticide applicator license.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock
HB 1046 78-0 (2003)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to an application for registration of a commercial fertilizer.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1324 78-0 (2003)
Author: Brown, Betty | et. al.
Relating to the sale and slaughter of equine animals.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 1398 78-0 (2003)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to procedures for arbitration of seed performance disputes.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 1452 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hilderbran, HarveySponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to prohibiting a governmental entity from disclosing information relating to use of certain predator control devices.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1803 78-0 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to surface use planning and restoration for oil and gas mineral leases.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 1821 78-0 (2003)
Author: Kuempel, Edmund
Relating to the immediate qualification of newly acquired land for ad valorem tax appraisal as qualified open-space land.
House: Local Government Ways and Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1836 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the definition of livestock; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 1858 78-0 (2003)
Author: Wise, Miguel | et. al.Sponsor: Staples, Todd
Relating to the promotion and marketing of Texas products.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 2008 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to certain powers and duties of the Department of Agriculture and other entities engaged in agricultural activities.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to s/c on Agriculture
HB 2012 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hardcastle, RickSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the creation of an organic standards registration and certification program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 2133 78-0 (2003)
Author: Campbell, ScottSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to agriculture and the powers and duties of the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 2206 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land used for wildlife management.
House: Local Government Ways and Means
No action taken in committee
HB 2255 78-0 (2003)
Author: Flores, KinoSponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the payment of deferred taxes on certain agricultural land.
House: Local Government Ways and Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
HB 2320 78-0 (2003)
Author: Flores, KinoSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to administration by the Texas Department of Agriculture of quarantined articles.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 2372 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to livestock branding and identification.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Postponed
HB 2382 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the frequency of inspection and testing of weights and measures.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 2510 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to criminal offenses involving acts against certain activities involving animals or crops.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 2517 78-0 (2003)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the ad valorem taxation of farm products and open-space land.
House: Local Government Ways and Means
Referred to Local Government Ways and Means
HB 2558 78-0 (2003)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to certain reporting requirements and orders relating to commercial fertilizer.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 2844 78-0 (2003)
Author: Casteel, CarterSponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the exemption from the requirement that a person register as a property tax consultant to perform certain property tax consulting services.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2899 78-0 (2003)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Transportation to contract for the erection and maintenance of specific information logo signs, major shopping area guide signs, and major agricultural interest signs.
House: Transportation Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Referred to Infrastructure Dev & Security
HB 2913 78-0 (2003)
Author: Homer, Mark
Relating to the Southern Dairy Compact; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock
HB 2938 78-0 (2003)
Author: McReynolds, Jim
Relating to the appraisal of timber land used in the production of farm, ranch, or timber products.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3032 78-0 (2003)
Author: Laney, James
Relating to purchasing preferences to Texas and United States products under certain state and local purchasing procedures.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3050 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hunter, Bob
Relating to excepting land of certain charitable organizations from the additional tax imposed on the change of use of land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as open-space land.
House: Local Government Ways and Means
No action taken in committee
HB 3058 78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to requiring state agencies to lease excess land for hunting, fishing, or agricultural purposes.
House: Government Reform
No action taken in committee
HB 3136 78-0 (2003)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to the calculation of net to land in the ad valorem tax appraisal of open-space land used for wildlife management.
House: Local Government Ways and Means
Left pending in committee
HB 3227 78-0 (2003)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the enforcement of the requirements for special appraisal of certain property for ad valorem tax purposes.
House: Local Government Ways and Means
Referred to Local Government Ways and Means
HB 3383 78-0 (2003)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to agricultural development districts.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 3387 78-0 (2003)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to prohibiting the use of food crops for the genetic engineering of drugs, industrial chemicals and other non-food materials.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 3468 78-0 (2003)
Author: Geren, CharlieSponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the irrigation of agricultural land on prison property.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
No action taken in committee
HB 3607 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hilderbran, HarveySponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the calculation of net to land in the ad valorem tax appraisal of open-space land used for wildlife management.
House: Local Government Ways and Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/04
HJR 72 78-0 (2003)
Author: Kuempel, Edmund
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to provide for the immediate qualification of newly acquired open-space land for ad valorem tax appraisal on the basis of its productive capacity.
House: Local Government Ways and Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 213 78-0 (2003)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the labeling, advertising, and sale of food in accordance with religious customs; providing a criminal penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 271 78-0 (2003)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Dunnam, Jim
Relating to the regulation of riding stables.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 498 78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to state agricultural policy regarding bison.
Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 644 78-0 (2003)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to prohibiting a governmental entity from disclosing personal information of certain persons who hold a private pesticide applicator license and of their clients.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
SB 759 78-0 (2003)
Author: Brimer, KimSponsor: Geren, Charlie
Relating to certain pesticide application by persons engaged in pest control work for a political subdivision.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 854 78-0 (2003)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to the sale, distribution, or importation of noxious plants; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 992 78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the establishment of a program to provide grants to make voluntary purchases of development rights in real property.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1052 78-0 (2003)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the definition of livestock; providing a criminal penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in subcommittee
SB 1053 78-0 (2003)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Geren, Charlie
Relating to certain water pollution and conservation programs administered by the Texas Water Development Board.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 1123 78-0 (2003)
Author: Staples, Todd
Relating to the promotion and marketing of Texas products.
Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1141 78-0 (2003)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to agriculture and the powers and duties of the Department of Agriculture.
Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1268 78-0 (2003)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the creation of an organic standards registration and certification program.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 1329 78-0 (2003)
Author: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the frequency of weights and measures testing.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 1377 78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: Puente, Robert
Relating to landowners of groundwater whose land is enrolled or participating in a government conservation program.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1389 78-0 (2003)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to livestock branding and identification.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 1405 78-0 (2003)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to administration by the Texas Department of Agriculture of quarantined articles.
Senate: Natural Resources
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1413 78-0 (2003)
Author: Deuell, BobSponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to certain powers, duties, and programs of the Department of Agriculture and to other entities engaged in agricultural activities.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
See remarks for effective date
HB 153 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to developing an international trade and development program for Texas-grown agricultural products.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock
HB 277 77-0 (2001)
Author: Berman, Leo
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of open-space land appraised as agricultural land.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 453 77-0 (2001)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.Sponsor: Haywood, Tom
Relating to the creation of the Agriculture Policy Board.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 499 77-0 (2001)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
Relating to agricultural policy for the state.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 577 77-0 (2001)
Author: Keel, Terry
Relating to the promotion of Texas agricultural products and the sale of wine.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 634 77-0 (2001)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.
Relating to agricultural projects in certain urban schools.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 681 77-0 (2001)
Author: Hawley, Judy | et. al.
Relating to an economic development program administered by the Texas Department of Agriculture.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 727 77-0 (2001)
Author: Turner, Bob | et. al.
Relating to the treatment of bison in the state.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 819 77-0 (2001)
Author: Counts, David | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to transfer of the Office of Rural Affairs to the Department of Agriculture.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 892 77-0 (2001)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to sale and promotion of certain agricultural products produced by wineries.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 1013 77-0 (2001)
Author: McReynolds, Jim
Relating to the exemption of farm products from ad valorem taxation.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1039 77-0 (2001)
Author: Homer, Mark | et. al.
Relating to the ratification of the Southern Dairy Compact; providing civil penalties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1086 77-0 (2001)
Author: Solis, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to a grant program to provide surplus agricultural products to organizations that serve needy or low-income individuals.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 1128 77-0 (2001)
Author: Rangel, IrmaSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the registration period for a truck-tractor or commercial motor vehicle transporting seasonal agricultural products.
House: Transportation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 1196 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brimer, KimSponsor: Cain, David
Relating to incentives under the Texas Racing Act for the Thoroughbred or Arabian horse breeding industry in this state.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 1/1/02
HB 1241 77-0 (2001)
Author: Counts, DavidSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the purchase of diesel fuel by certain persons using a signed statement.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 1262 77-0 (2001)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to priority of agricultural liens on future crops.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Failed to pass to engrossment
HB 1391 77-0 (2001)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to notice provided at certain sales of equine animals; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1441 77-0 (2001)
Author: Hawley, Judy | et. al.
Relating to certain anticipation notes for rural economic development.
House: Land & Resource Management
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 1596 77-0 (2001)
Author: Counts, David
Relating to programs to promote agriculture and economic development in rural areas of this state.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1663 77-0 (2001)
Author: Alexander, ClydeSponsor: Staples, Todd
Relating to the power of the East Cedar Creek Fresh Water Supply District to produce and market agricultural products.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1686 77-0 (2001)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Ogden, Steve
Relating to reporting of animal diseases by veterinarians.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1711 77-0 (2001)
Author: Hawley, Judy | et. al.
Relating to the boll weevil eradication program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1757 77-0 (2001)
Author: Gutierrez, RobertoSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to payment of unemployment compensation tax contributions by certain employers engaged in agriculture.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 1797 77-0 (2001)
Author: McReynolds, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the "Go Texan" partner program and other programs and measures to promote Texas agriculture and agricultural products.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1829 77-0 (2001)
Author: Walker, Gary
Relating to the creation of an agricultural lien.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1880 77-0 (2001)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the creation, operation, and administration of agricultural development districts and granting the power of eminent domain and the authority to issue bonds.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1917 77-0 (2001)
Author: Turner, Bob
Relating to the liability of certain persons for injury to others that occurs on land used for recreation.
House: Civil Practices
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1948 77-0 (2001)
Author: Keel, TerrySponsor: Ogden, Steve
Relating to a local option election to allow or prohibit the sale of wine by the holder of a winery permit.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 1949 77-0 (2001)
Author: Keel, Terry
Relating to the sale and dispensing of wine by winery permit holders.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 1954 77-0 (2001)
Author: Zbranek, Zeb
Relating to the regulation and promotion of the oyster industry in this state.
House: Public Health
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2000 77-0 (2001)
Author: Cook, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the duties of the Department of Agriculture and certain agricultural boards.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2091 77-0 (2001)
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.Sponsor: Haywood, Tom
Relating to tuberculosis control in certain animals.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 2217 77-0 (2001)
Author: Hawley, JudySponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the issuance of a certificate of title for certain farm semitrailers.
House: Transportation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 2354 77-0 (2001)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Haywood, Tom
Relating to collecting and remitting commodity producers board assessments.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 2365 77-0 (2001)
Author: Williams, Thomas | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to funding to enable Prairie View A&M University to qualify for agricultural research, extension, and education matching funds, including federal agricultural research and extension formula funds.
House: Higher Education Senate: Finance
Tagged
HB 2390 77-0 (2001)
Author: Turner, Bob
Relating to the sale and distribution of salt cedar; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 2400 77-0 (2001)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.Sponsor: Moncrief, Mike
Relating to liability of sponsors of and participants in certain activities involving animals.
House: Civil Practices Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 2463 77-0 (2001)
Author: Glaze, Bob | et. al.Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the issuance of permits in areas infected with or at high risk of infection for bovine tuberculosis.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 2520 77-0 (2001)
Author: Craddick, Tom
Relating to the operation of certain vehicles transporting agricultural items on highways in this state.
House: Transportation
No action taken in committee
HB 2586 77-0 (2001)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Bivins, Teel
Relating to the regulation of public grain warehouse operators and other public warehouse operators; providing penalties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 2757 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ritter, AllanSponsor: Bernsen, David
Relating to the designation of certain land that includes a greenhouse as agricultural land for ad valorem tax appraisal purposes.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 2839 77-0 (2001)
Author: Dukes, DawnnaSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to energy efficiency programs developed by the energy office.
House: Energy Resources Senate: State Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2968 77-0 (2001)
Author: Cook, Robert
Relating to the management, conservation, and use of groundwater.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 3140 77-0 (2001)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Haywood, Tom
Relating to eligibility for certain franchise tax credits.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/02
HB 3141 77-0 (2001)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to prima facie evidence for the offense of theft of livestock, exotic livestock, or exotic fowl.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
No action taken in committee
HB 3230 77-0 (2001)
Author: Walker, Gary
Relating to the administration of the weather modification program and grants for weather modification and control activities.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3355 77-0 (2001)
Author: McReynolds, JimSponsor: Staples, Todd
Relating to water quality management plans for agricultural and silvicultural facilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 3389 77-0 (2001)
Author: Oliveira, Rene
Relating to franchise tax credits for telecommunications corporations for job creation activities and capital investments.
House: Ways & Means
No action taken in committee
HB 3404 77-0 (2001)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the classification of the use of water for purposes of fees and regulations imposed by the Edwards Aquifer Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 3555 77-0 (2001)
Author: Wohlgemuth, Arlene
Relating to transfer of the regulation of riding stables to the Texas Animal Health Commission from the Texas Department of Health.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HJR 75 77-0 (2001)
Author: Mowery, Anna | et. al.Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Proposing a constitutional amendment to eliminate obsolete, archaic, redundant, and unnecessary provisions and to clarify, update, and harmonize certain provisions of the Texas Constitution.
House: Constitutional Revision, Select Senate: State Affairs
Filed with the Secretary of State
HR 173 77-0 (2001)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
Recognizing February 7, 2001, as Food Checkout Day in Texas.
House: Rules & Resolutions
Reported enrolled
HR 359 77-0 (2001)
Author: Christian, Wayne | et. al.
Encouraging natural gas and energy suppliers to negotiate with agricultural producers to prevent disruption of utility services.
House: Energy Resources
Reported enrolled
SB 260 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bernsen, David
Relating to the maximum age of a participant in the Young Farmer Loan Guarantee Program.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 270 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lindsay, JonSponsor: Swinford, David
Relating to the meaning of "agricultural crop" for purposes of the exemption of certain wells from fees charged by the North Harris County Regional Water Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 331 77-0 (2001)
Author: Haywood, Tom | et. al.Sponsor: Swinford, David
Relating to agricultural policy for the state.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 336 77-0 (2001)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to the authority of a local rabies control authority to administer a rabies vaccine to certain animals.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 398 77-0 (2001)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.
Relating to a grant program to provide surplus agricultural products to organizations that serve needy or low-income individuals.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
SB 571 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Flores, Kino
Relating to the "Go Texan" partner program and other programs and measures to promote Texas agriculture and agricultural products.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 612 77-0 (2001)
Author: Haywood, Tom
Relating to testing of equine infectious anemia.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
SB 685 77-0 (2001)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Wohlgemuth, Arlene
Relating to transfer of the regulation of riding stables to the Texas Animal Health Commission from the Texas Department of Health.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 701 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ellis, RodneySponsor: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to agricultural projects in certain urban schools.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 716 77-0 (2001)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Counts, David
Relating to programs to promote agriculture and economic development in rural areas of this state.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 717 77-0 (2001)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Hawley, Judy
Relating to the boll weevil eradication program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 742 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to standardized training in the use and application of certain pesticides.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 746 77-0 (2001)
Author: Staples, ToddSponsor: Hawley, Judy | et. al.
Relating to an economic development program administered by the Texas Department of Agriculture.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 779 77-0 (2001)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Walker, Gary
Relating to the creation of an agricultural lien.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 827 77-0 (2001)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Hawley, Judy | et. al.
Relating to certain anticipation notes for rural economic development.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 858 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bernsen, DavidSponsor: Zbranek, Zeb
Relating to the regulation and promotion of the oyster industry in this state.
House: Public Health Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 938 77-0 (2001)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: Cook, Robert
Relating to the duties of the Department of Agriculture and certain agricultural boards.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 1013 77-0 (2001)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to funding to enable Prairie View A&M University to qualify for agricultural research, extension, and education matching funds, including federal agricultural research and extension formula funds.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 1175 77-0 (2001)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Walker, Gary
Relating to the administration of the weather modification program and grants for weather modification and control activities.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 1272 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bernsen, DavidSponsor: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the designation of certain land that includes a greenhouse as agricultural land for ad valorem tax appraisal purposes.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 1/1/02
SB 1339 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ogden, SteveSponsor: McReynolds, Jim
Relating to requiring owners or operators of poultry facilities to implement and maintain certified water quality management plans.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
See remarks for effective date
SB 1565 77-0 (2001)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the management, conservation, and use of groundwater.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1603 77-0 (2001)
Author: Staples, Todd
Relating to water quality management plans for agricultural facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Tabled in committee
SB 1627 77-0 (2001)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the atmosphere modification research program and center.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 1748 77-0 (2001)
Author: Haywood, Tom
Relating to prima facie evidence for the offense of theft of livestock, exotic livestock, or exotic fowl.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
SB 1749 77-0 (2001)
Author: Haywood, Tom
Relating to exempting certain gas used on the lease from the production tax.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
HB 2 76-0 (1999)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.Sponsor: Ogden, Steve
Relating to agriculture and state agricultural policy.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 124 76-0 (1999)
Author: Keel, Terry | et. al.
Relating to the promotion of Texas agricultural products and the sale of wine.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 126 76-0 (1999)
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Relating to liability for false disparagement of perishable food products.
House: Civil Practices
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 128 76-0 (1999)
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to participation of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice in certain food bank programs.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 131 76-0 (1999)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to regulation of harmful materials in commercial fertilizers.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to subcommittee
HB 161 76-0 (1999)
Author: Wise, Miguel | et. al.
Relating to the tax appraisal of certain land owned or formerly owned by honorably discharged veterans or their spouses and designated for agricultural use.
House: Ways & Means
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 426 76-0 (1999)
Author: Turner, BobSponsor: Haywood, Tom
Relating to educational requirements for the executive director of the Texas Animal Health Commission.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 431 76-0 (1999)
Author: Turner, BobSponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to the determination of the amount of proof of financial responsibility for the application of certain pesticides.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 436 76-0 (1999)
Author: Turner, BobSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the criminal offense of trespass on agricultural lands.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 530 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to financial assistance provided by the state for the implementation of environmentally sensitive irrigation methods.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock
HB 555 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hunter, Bob | et. al.
Relating to the tax appraisal of certain land owned or formerly owned by a veteran and designated for agricultural use.
House: Ways & Means
No action taken in committee
HB 597 76-0 (1999)
Author: Flores, Kino | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to preference to Texas and United States products in purchasing by school districts.
House: Public Education Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 672 76-0 (1999)
Author: Wise, Miguel
Relating to an interim study of the effects of urban encroachment on agricultural land.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Considered in Calendars
HB 690 76-0 (1999)
Author: Wohlgemuth, Arlene | et. al.Sponsor: Sibley, David
Relating to the penalty for cutting a fence used for certain animals.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 722 76-0 (1999)
Author: Staples, Todd | et. al.Sponsor: Nixon, Drew
Relating to the number of certified peace officers employed by the Texas Forest Service.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1041 76-0 (1999)
Author: Rangel, Irma | et. al.Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the registration period for a truck-tractor or commercial motor vehicle transporting seasonal agricultural products; providing a penalty.
House: Transportation Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 1244 76-0 (1999)
Author: Crownover, RonnySponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to control of animal diseases.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 1360 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hupp, Suzanna
Relating to appraisal of open-space land for ad valorem tax purposes.
House: Ways & Means
Subcommittee members named
HB 1378 76-0 (1999)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to a study and report on the development of an information system relating to the use of certain pesticides that may affect sources of drinking water.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 1417 76-0 (1999)
Author: Seaman, Gene
Relating to the regulation of mariculture facilities in Aransas County.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land and Resource Management
HB 1449 76-0 (1999)
Author: Uher, D.R.
Relating to the additional tax imposed on the change of use of open-space or timber land.
House: Ways & Means
Subcommittee members named
HB 1592 76-0 (1999)
Author: Junell, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the state's share of the costs under the brush control cost-share program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 1665 76-0 (1999)
Author: Craddick, Tom
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of open-space land appraised as agricultural land.
House: Ways & Means
Posting rule suspended
HB 1732 76-0 (1999)
Author: Crownover, Ronny | et. al.Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to testing of certain equine animals for equine infectious anemia; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 1845 76-0 (1999)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Bivins, Teel
Relating to voting by members of an agricultural cooperative marketing association.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1975 76-0 (1999)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Bivins, Teel
Relating to the labeling requirements for drugs prescribed or dispensed for administration to animals in agricultural operations.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 2000 76-0 (1999)
Author: Turner, Bob | et. al.Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the ratification of the Southern Dairy Compact; providing civil penalties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2205 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick | et. al.Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the possession and transport of anhydrous ammonia and to the use of anhydrous ammonia equipment; providing penalties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 2407 76-0 (1999)
Author: Flores, KinoSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the handling and marketing of vegetables and fruit and to the payment of claims from the Produce Recovery Fund.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 2428 76-0 (1999)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to certain functions of the comptroller of public accounts involving ad valorem taxation.
House: Ways & Means
No action taken in committee
HB 2432 76-0 (1999)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to label requirements for certain sorghum seed.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Tabled
HB 2462 76-0 (1999)
Author: Alexander, Clyde
Relating to the operation of certain farm vehicles and trailers.
House: Transportation
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 2499 76-0 (1999)
Author: Moreno, Joe
Relating to the use of suitable state property for community gardens and farmers markets for the benefit of low-income and needy families.
House: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 2631 76-0 (1999)
Author: Turner, SylvesterSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to a grant program for agricultural projects in certain public school districts.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 2680 76-0 (1999)
Author: Sadler, Paul | et. al.
Relating to exemptions from ad valorem and sales and use taxation of certain timber and certain items used in timber operations and the valuation of certain timber land for ad valorem tax purposes.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2719 76-0 (1999)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the promotion of Texas agricultural products; providing a penalty.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 2737 76-0 (1999)
Author: Turner, Bob | et. al.
Relating to tax incentives for certain agricultural processing companies locating or expanding in this state.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2809 76-0 (1999)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Bivins, Teel
Relating to requiring a grain transportation study.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 2970 76-0 (1999)
Author: George, Kenn
Relating to the requirement that the chief appraiser send certain notices in connection with the appraisal of agricultural land for ad valorem tax purposes by certified mail.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2973 76-0 (1999)
Author: Staples, Todd
Relating to regulating the taking of coyotes as fur-bearing animals.
House: State Recreational Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 3050 76-0 (1999)
Author: Counts, David | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the administration of certain loan programs by the Texas Agricultural Finance Authority, to limiting certain liability for activities in programs funded by the authority, to establishing the agricultural technology program, and to the promotion of the development of agriculture-related rural businesses.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 3079 76-0 (1999)
Author: Kuempel, EdmundSponsor: Brown, J. E.
Relating to the development and financing of a statewide aquatic vegetation management plan.
House: State Recreational Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 3149 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to priority of agricultural liens on future crops.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Considered in Calendars
HB 3243 76-0 (1999)
Author: Green, Rick
Relating to authorizing the owner of exotic livestock or fowl to protect that livestock or fowl from certain dangerous animals.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 3277 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cook, RobertSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to research in agriculture production and its effect on water use and availability and wildlife habitats.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 3278 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cook, Robert
Relating to providing for representation of agricultural interests in the water resource planning and management activities of the state.
House: Natural Resources
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 3349 76-0 (1999)
Author: Turner, Bob
Relating to the brush control program administered by the State Soil and Water Conservation Board.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Postponed
HB 3384 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to registration and operation of certain farm vehicles and trailers.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 3417 76-0 (1999)
Author: Counts, David
Relating to transfer of the Office of Rural Affairs to the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Considered in Calendars
HB 3449 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gutierrez, RobertoSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to payment of unemployment compensation tax contributions by certain employers engaged in agriculture.
House: Economic Development Senate: Economic Development
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 3662 76-0 (1999)
Author: Wise, Miguel
Relating to the issuance of special license plates in honor of the citrus industry in Texas.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 3845 76-0 (1999)
Author: Zbranek, ZebSponsor: Bernsen, David
Relating to the creation of the Southeast Texas Agricultural Development District; granting the right to issue bonds.
House: County Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
HCR 302 76-0 (1999)
Author: Counts, DavidSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make a technical correction in H.B. No. 3050.
Signed by the Governor
SB 224 76-0 (1999)
Author: Haywood, Tom | et. al.
Relating to tax incentives for certain agricultural processing companies locating or expanding in this state.
Senate: Natural Resources
Co-author authorized
SB 331 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to preference to Texas and United States products in purchasing by school districts and certain charter schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 448 76-0 (1999)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Hawley, Judy | et. al.
Relating to the boll weevil eradication program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 518 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cain, DavidSponsor: Alexander, Clyde
Relating to licensing requirements for the operation of certain farm vehicles and trailers on the highways.
House: Transportation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
SB 521 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cain, DavidSponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to certain functions of the comptroller of public accounts involving ad valorem taxation.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 631 76-0 (1999)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Walker, Gary | et. al.
Relating to the boll weevil eradication program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 690 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to preference to Texas and United States products in purchasing by state agencies, school districts, and certain charter schools.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to State Affairs
SB 705 76-0 (1999)
Author: Ogden, SteveSponsor: Swinford, David
Relating to providing aid, support, and assistance to agriculture; establishing the agricultural technology program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
House appoints conferees-reported
SB 706 76-0 (1999)
Author: Ogden, Steve | et. al.
Relating to providing disaster relief to agriculture; providing penalties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Finance
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock
SB 737 76-0 (1999)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the ratification of the Southern Dairy Compact; providing civil penalties.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to s/c on Agriculture by President
SB 754 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Wise, Miguel
Relating to the issuance of special license plates in honor of the citrus industry in Texas.
House: Transportation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
