HB 74 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to manufacturer disclosure of cosmetic ingredients; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 90 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to manufacturer disclosure of lipstick and lip gloss ingredients and toxic metals.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 166 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to restrictions on the age of persons employed by or allowed on the premises of a sexually oriented business; creating a criminal offense.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
HB 216 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.
Relating to residential mortgage loans, including the financing of residential real estate purchases by means of a wrap mortgage loan; providing licensing and registration requirements; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 390 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to requirements for human trafficking awareness and prevention in commercial lodging establishments; authorizing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Jurisprudence
See remarks for effective date
HB 514 87-0 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to repealing provisions prohibiting a physician assistant from serving as a governing person or officer of certain business entities.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 597 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the use by third-party delivery services of merchants' marks or other intellectual property; authorizing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 598 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the fees charged by a third-party food delivery service to a food service establishment; authorizing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 676 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to the consideration of ownership interests of certain persons with a disability in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 820 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to requiring certain business entities to audit the business's supply chain and on-site services for the use of forced labor; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 876 87-0 (2021)
Author: Craddick, TomSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to fees charged by certain persons for the method used for payments made under an agreement.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 886 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the repeal of the prohibition against certain municipal or county regulation of the rental or leasing of housing accommodations.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 915 87-0 (2021)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to exempting the intrastate manufacture of a firearm, a firearm accessory, or ammunition from federal regulation.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 923 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to historically underutilized businesses and to goods and services purchased by governmental entities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1327 87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the enforceability of covenants not to compete against certain discharged employees.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 1433 87-0 (2021)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to the payment of insurance deductibles for property insurance claims.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
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 1493 87-0 (2021)
Author: Herrero, AbelSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the use of an entity name that falsely implies governmental affiliation.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1539 87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to warning signs posted by certain food service establishments that prepare food items containing peanut products.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 1548 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to the civil liability of certain businesses in connection with allowing concealed handguns on the business premises.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1634 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of call centers; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1651 87-0 (2021)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to a study by the Texas Department of Transportation on the feasibility of charging a pavement consumption fee for the operation of certain motor vehicles on public highways.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 1655 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to restrictions on the age of persons employed by or allowed on the premises of a sexually oriented business; creating a criminal offense.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1671 87-0 (2021)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from the franchise tax and certain filing fees for certain businesses owned by veterans during an initial period of operation in the state.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1751 87-0 (2021)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to a franchise tax credit for enterprise projects for certain capital investments.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1818 87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.Sponsor: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to the source of dogs and cats sold by pet stores; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Senate appoints conferees-reported
HB 1826 87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey | et. al.
Relating to the charging of exorbitant or excessive prices for disinfectant cleaning supplies or personal protective equipment during a declared disaster.
House: Business & Industry
Considered in Calendars
HB 1865 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to encouraging economic development through preferences for residents of this state and certain goods or services manufactured in this state and offered for sale by Texas bidders.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1875 87-0 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the business court and the Court of Business Appeals to hear certain cases; authorizing fees.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1923 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to a study and report by a public institution of higher education on local and state supply chain disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and ERCOT power outages.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1977 87-0 (2021)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the applicability of certain limitations on the capture and use of biometric identifiers to financial institutions.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2013 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to provision of a verified accounting for actions involving foreclosure of a lien on residential real property or recovery on a consumer credit account.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 2110 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales, ChristinaSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the automatic transfer of manufacturer's warranties on air conditioning systems conveyed with residential real property.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2119 87-0 (2021)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of restaurants and third-party food delivery services, including the issuance of certain alcoholic beverage certificates to restaurants.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Considered in Calendars
HB 2239 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gates, Gary
Relating to providing automatic tax relief to certain parties affected by an emergency order, proclamation, or regulation.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2246 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shine, Hugh
Relating to companies in which employees have ownership interests through employee stock ownership plans.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2259 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Relating to requirements for subscription service contracts; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2515 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to short-term rental units that violate municipal ordinances.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 2541 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to the inspection, diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of powered medical equipment.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2704 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.
Relating to the treatment of certain limited liability companies as passive entities for purposes of the franchise tax.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2771 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the prices of fruits and vegetables during a declared disaster; creating a criminal offense.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 2782 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dean, Jay | et. al.
Relating to businesses' civil liability for COVID-19 exposure.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 2888 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lopez, Ray
Relating to the establishment of the economic inclusion and diversification task force.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
HB 2942 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to investigations and actions by district or county attorneys in connection with the deceptive trade practice of charging exorbitant or excessive prices for necessities during a declared disaster.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2964 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to certain requirements for a qualified business or enterprise project under the enterprise zone program and to the definition of qualified employee for purposes of the program.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 3002 87-0 (2021)
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.
Relating to a merchant allowing a person suspected of committing or attempting to commit theft to complete a theft education program.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 3069 87-0 (2021)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to statutes of limitation and repose for certain claims involving the construction or repair of an improvement to real property or equipment attached to real property.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 3101 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the duties of social media companies regarding prostitution and trafficking of persons; creating a criminal offense.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3106 87-0 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the censorship of users' expressions by an interactive computer service.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3131 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cole, SherylSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the information required to be included in the certificate of formation of a filing entity.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 1/1/22
HB 3141 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dominguez, Alex | et. al.
Relating to requiring the disclosure of fees charged for the sale of concert and other event tickets.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 3198 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to the diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of digital electronic equipment.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3241 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to compensation for damages caused by governmental actions that close or effectively close businesses.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3278 87-0 (2021)
Author: Noble, Candy
Relating to the release of a deed of trust or other contract lien securing a home loan after payoff by mortgagor.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3295 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the prosecution of certain actions by district and county attorneys under the Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Considered in Calendars
HB 3305 87-0 (2021)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to requiring the disclosure of the place of origin for products sold online; authorizing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3355 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to recovery by certain claimants of payment for labor or material provided for certain construction or repairs.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3364 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to business entities.
House: Business & Industry
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3422 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.
Relating to restrictions under disaster remediation contracts; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 3443 87-0 (2021)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to certain provisions of The Securities Act for which a person offering or selling a security may be held liable to a person buying the security.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3477 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rose, Toni | et. al.
Relating to the termination of corporate privileges for certain business entities under enforcement action for a violation of environmental laws.
House: Environmental Regulation
Record vote
HB 3506 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to registered and protected series of domestic limited liability companies; authorizing fees.
House: Business & Industry
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3520 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Relating to restrictions on the age of persons employed by or allowed on the premises of a sexually oriented business; creating a criminal offense.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3529 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meyer, MorganSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to consent for the use or possession of personal identifying information under the Identity Theft Enforcement and Protection Act.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3533 87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez, ArmandoSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the security requirement for the issuance or renewal of a motor vehicle dealer general distinguishing number or a wholesale motor vehicle auction general distinguishing number.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3718 87-0 (2021)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to the requirement that certain entities post human trafficking signs; providing a civil penalty.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3721 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ellzey, Jake | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the inclusion of information for reporting suspicious activity to the Department of Public Safety on certain human trafficking signs or notices.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3741 87-0 (2021)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to the personal identifying information collected, processed, or maintained by certain businesses; imposing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3745 87-0 (2021)
Author: Capriglione, GiovanniSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to prohibitions in connection with the online sale of goods.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 3746 87-0 (2021)
Author: Capriglione, GiovanniSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to certain notifications required following a breach of security of computerized data.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3781 87-0 (2021)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony
Relating to a prohibition on executive orders issued during a declared state of disaster that prohibit a business or category of businesses from operating.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3790 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate statewide commerce.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3794 87-0 (2021)
Author: Geren, CharlieSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to oil and gas liens.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3852 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raney, John
Relating to a study by the attorney general of the online resale of consumer goods obtained illegally and the online sale or distribution of counterfeit goods.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3865 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the verification of the status of certain driver's licenses before renting a motor vehicle.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 4013 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to a reduction in the amount of sales and use tax collections that certain taxpayers who employ tipped employees are required to remit to the comptroller.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 4054 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the community development grocery store grant program and to the use of money from the Texas Enterprise Fund for the program.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
HB 4063 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to the diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of electronics-enabled heavy equipment.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 4070 87-0 (2021)
Author: Minjarez, Ina
Relating to requiring female representation on the boards of directors of certain publicly traded corporations; authorizing administrative penalties.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 4108 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Relating to a transfer of ownership for a perpetual care cemetery.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4125 87-0 (2021)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to state and local government responses to disasters.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4164 87-0 (2021)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to the authority of individuals over the personal identifying information collected, processed, or maintained about the individuals and certain others by certain businesses.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 4267 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Free Enterprise and Antitrust Act of 1983.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 4290 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to a prohibition against covenants not to compete for certain low-wage employees.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 4321 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shine, Hugh
Relating to the creation of the employee ownership assistance office within the Texas A&M University School of Business.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 4359 87-0 (2021)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting contracts or other agreements with certain foreign-owned companies in connection with critical infrastructure in this state.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 4415 87-0 (2021)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to the display of knives by retail establishments.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 4432 87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Jessica
Relating to the sale of consumer geotracking data by telephone companies.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 4443 87-0 (2021)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the disclosure of information by online marketplaces to inform consumers; creating a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 4543 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to firm names used by licensed attorneys.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HJR 33 87-0 (2021)
Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment protecting an individual's right to earn a living free from unnecessary governmental interference.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
HJR 85 87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Proposing a constitutional amendment to prevent certain public officers and entities from prohibiting the operation of industries or other categories of business or commercial activity in this state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HJR 157 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gates, Gary
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for a credit against the ad valorem taxes imposed on the property of certain businesses that are required to close by an order, proclamation, or other instrument issued by a state or local official as a result of a disaster.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 12 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.Sponsor: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
Relating to complaint procedures and disclosure requirements for social media platforms and to the censorship of users' expressions by an interactive computer service.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Postponed
SB 249 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to business interruption insurance coverage for losses arising from a pandemic.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 275 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Herrero, Abel
Relating to the use of an entity name that falsely implies governmental affiliation.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Withdrawn from calendar (by author)
SB 291 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Bucy III, John
Relating to the posting of certain project information at a commercial building construction site.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 315 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Relating to restrictions on the age of persons employed by or allowed on the premises of a sexually oriented business; creating a criminal offense.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
SB 316 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to requirements for human trafficking awareness and prevention in commercial lodging establishments; authorizing a civil penalty.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 329 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to a credit against the ad valorem taxes imposed on the property of certain businesses that are required to close by an order, proclamation, or other instrument issued by a state or local official as a result of a disaster.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 344 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to the use of electronic signatures that employ blockchain or distributed ledger technology in certain business or governmental transactions.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 356 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the facilities that may be financed by a public facilities corporation.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 357 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the financing of certain grocery stores by a public facilities corporation.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 359 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to provision of a verified accounting for actions involving foreclosure of a lien on residential real property or recovery on a consumer credit account.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 396 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the establishment of school district policies regarding the marketing and commercial advertising of food products on school district property.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
SB 453 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to a study and report by the comptroller on local and state supply chain disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 542 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to exempting the intrastate manufacture of a firearm, a firearm accessory, or ammunition from federal regulation.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 571 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to consent for the use or possession of personal identifying information under the Identity Theft Enforcement and Protection Act.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 839 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the regulation of electric vehicle supply equipment; requiring an occupational registration; authorizing fees; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 855 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the electronic dissemination of commercial recordings or audiovisual works.
House: Business & Industry Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 1/1/22
SB 911 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of restaurants and third-party food delivery services, including the issuance of certain alcoholic beverage certificates to restaurants.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 1/1/22
SB 938 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Holland, Justin
Relating to an exemption from the franchise tax and certain filing fees for certain businesses owned by veterans during an initial period of operation in the state.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
SB 968 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to public health disaster and public health emergency preparedness and response; providing a civil penalty.
House: State Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 1023 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the authority of a governmental entity to impose a regulation governing the use of building products, materials, or methods that relates to water conservation.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1090 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Murr, Andrew
Relating to certain regulations adopted by governmental entities regarding land use restrictions and building products, materials, or methods used in the construction or renovation of residential or commercial buildings.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1104 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the verification of information provided to the comptroller and contained in reports on compliance with agreements under the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1158 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to state contracts with and investments in social media companies that censor political speech.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1203 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Turner, Chris
Relating to business entities.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1214 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the prosecution of certain actions by district and county attorneys under the Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 1247 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Free Enterprise and Antitrust Act of 1983.
Senate: State Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1280 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to certain provisions of The Securities Act for which a person offering or selling a security may be held liable to a person buying the security.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 1/1/22
SB 1367 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the regulation of commercial property and casualty insurance and insurance for certain large risks.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1400 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to encouraging economic development through preferences for residents of this state and certain goods or services manufactured in this state and offered for sale by Texas bidders.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1461 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate statewide commerce.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1468 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to oil and gas liens.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 1496 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to removal of certain intimate visual material by a search engine operator of an Internet website; imposing a civil penalty.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 1523 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Turner, Chris
Relating to registered and protected series of domestic limited liability companies; authorizing fees.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 1634 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to requiring female representation on the boards of directors of certain publicly traded corporations; authorizing administrative penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1714 87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the Texas Community Reinvestment Act; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1756 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the payment of insurance deductibles and release of insurance proceeds to contractors for property insurance claims.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2029 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the employee ownership assistance office within the Texas A&M University School of Business.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
SB 2038 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Dean, Jay | et. al.
Relating to prices and fees charged by certain freestanding emergency medical care facilities, including prices and fees charged during a declared state of disaster; providing administrative penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 2107 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to a study by the Texas Department of Transportation on the feasibility of charging a pavement consumption fee for the operation of certain motor vehicles on public highways.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 2116 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to prohibiting contracts or other agreements with certain foreign-owned companies in connection with critical infrastructure in this state.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 2118 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to ensuring compliance with federal civil-rights laws by corporations doing business in Texas, and prohibiting discrimination in the selection of a corporation's board members.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 2137 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the cooperation between social media companies and law enforcement; imposing a civil penalty.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 2160 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the filing of an assumed name certificate by certain business entities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2200 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to certain regulations adopted by governmental entities regarding building products, materials, or methods used in the construction or renovation of residential or commercial buildings.
Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
SJR 23 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for a credit against the ad valorem taxes imposed on the property of certain businesses that are required to close by an order, proclamation, or other instrument issued by a state or local official as a result of a disaster.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SR 5 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Recognizing that all businesses are essential and all Texans who want to work should be free to earn a living free from government interference.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 71 87-1 (2021)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to compensation for damages caused by governmental actions that close or effectively close businesses.
Filed
HB 95 87-1 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al.
Relating to civil liability for censorship by social media companies.
House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select
Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 124 87-1 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Free Enterprise and Antitrust Act of 1983.
Filed
HB 146 87-1 (2021)
Author: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to requiring the disclosure of fees charged for the sale of concert and other event tickets.
Filed
HB 173 87-1 (2021)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to state and local government responses to disasters.
Filed
HB 243 87-1 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to state investments in social media companies that censor political speech.
Filed
SB 5 87-1 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to complaint procedures and disclosure requirements for, and to the censorship of users' expressions by, social media platforms.
Senate: State Affairs
Reported engrossed
SB 24 87-1 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to state investments in social media companies that censor political speech.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
HB 32 87-2 (2021)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to compensation for damages caused by governmental actions that close or effectively close businesses.
Filed
HB 57 87-2 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to state investments in social media companies that censor political speech.
Filed
HB 121 87-2 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the Texas Free Enterprise and Antitrust Act of 1983.
Filed
HB 165 87-2 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al.
Relating to civil liability for censorship by social media companies.
House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select
Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 196 87-2 (2021)
Author: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to requiring the disclosure of fees charged for the sale of concert and other event tickets.
Filed
SB 5 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to complaint procedures and disclosure requirements for, and to the censorship of users' expressions by, social media platforms.
House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 21 87-2 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to state investments in social media companies that censor political speech.
Co-author authorized
SB 83 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to certain interference with electronic mail messages.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 92 87-2 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to lawsuits against businesses that require proof of COVID-19 vaccination or post-transmission recovery.
Filed
HB 98 87-3 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the authority of a business to implement certain communicable disease prevention and control policies.
Filed
SB 32 87-3 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to lawsuits against businesses that require proof of COVID-19 vaccination or post-transmission recovery.
Filed
HB 90 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.
Relating to residential mortgage loans, including the financing of residential real estate purchases by means of a wrap mortgage loan; providing licensing requirements; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 190 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to verification by a credit services organization of a consumer's ability to repay an extension of consumer credit.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 193 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to contracts and other documents issued by credit access businesses.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 208 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to creating a disadvantaged business assistance program to be operated by the Texas Department of Transportation.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 216 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to historically underutilized businesses and to goods and services purchased by governmental entities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 227 86-0 (2019)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to exempting the intrastate manufacture of a firearm, a firearm accessory, or ammunition from federal regulation.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 514 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to clarifying the law regarding local government prohibitions or restrictions on the sale or use of a container or package.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 516 86-0 (2019)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the liability of a person who allows handguns to be carried on property owned, leased, or managed by the person.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 592 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to authorizing a credit union to act as a school district depository.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 701 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of call centers; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 883 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, ShawnSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to using the Internet to obtain identifying information about an elderly individual for a fraudulent purpose.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 924 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zedler, Bill
Relating to county surety bond requirements for concrete batch plants.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 977 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to creating the criminal offense of financial abuse of an elderly individual.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
No action taken in committee
HB 996 86-0 (2019)
Author: Collier, Nicole | et. al.Sponsor: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to the collection of consumer debt by debt buyers.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1015 86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to warning signs posted by certain food service establishments that prepare food items containing peanut products.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1035 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zedler, Bill | et. al.
Relating to protecting freedom of conscience from government discrimination.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1089 86-0 (2019)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Flores, Peter
Relating to the classification of certain entities as primarily engaged in retail trade for purposes of the franchise tax.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
HB 1097 86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to certain contracts for the transfer of a pet.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1126 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to the civil liability of certain businesses in connection with allowing concealed handguns on the business premises.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1129 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to prohibiting the use of money in the Texas economic development fund or the Texas Enterprise Fund to finance a facility or establishment at which gambling is to be conducted.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 1152 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al.Sponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the deceptive trade practice of charging exorbitant or excessive prices for necessities during a declared disaster.
House: Business & Industry Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1159 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the acknowledgment of a written instrument on behalf of a limited liability company or partnership.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1170 86-0 (2019)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to prohibiting the investment of certain state retirement system funds in companies that manufacture firearms or firearm ammunition.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 1198 86-0 (2019)
Author: Shine, Hugh | et. al.
Relating to companies in which employees have ownership interests through employee stock ownership plans.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1518 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the regulation of the sale of dextromethorphan to minors; providing civil penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1522 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.
Relating to a prohibition against covenants not to compete for independent contractors in connection with oil and gas operations.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 1535 86-0 (2019)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the continuation and functions of the State Securities Board.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1565 86-0 (2019)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to the consideration of ownership interests of certain persons with disabilities in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1599 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lambert, Stan
Relating to the discontinuation of the pawnshop employee license.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 1731 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, YvonneSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the payment for funeral services performed by a transferring funeral home under a purchase agreement for funeral services or merchandise.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1737 86-0 (2019)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.
Relating to statutes of limitation and repose for certain claims involving the construction or repair of an improvement to real property or equipment attached to real property.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1790 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to a study on state lottery advertisement and promotion.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1797 86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Jessica
Relating to an exception to prosecution for the criminal offense of theft of service.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 1801 86-0 (2019)
Author: Goldman, Craig
Relating to requirements for and municipal regulation of dogs in an outdoor dining area of a food service establishment.
House: Public Health
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 1833 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wray, JohnSponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the authority to transfer real property in the name of an entity.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1941 86-0 (2019)
Author: Phelan, Dade | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to unconscionable prices charged by certain health care facilities for medical care.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1957 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to a provision of a contract that conflicts with state law.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 1984 86-0 (2019)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to filing fees in connection with assumed named certificates for certain businesses owned by military veterans.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 1992 86-0 (2019)
Author: Leman, Ben | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting telemarketers from transmitting misleading caller identification information or otherwise misrepresenting the origin of a telemarketing call.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1999 86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to certain construction liability claims concerning public buildings and public works.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 2102 86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, GiovanniSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the payment of insurance deductibles related to property insurance policies; creating a criminal offense.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2164 86-0 (2019)
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to imposing a civil penalty for prohibiting or otherwise restricting a peace officer or special investigator from carrying a weapon on certain premises open to the public.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
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 2239 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the presence of a minor on the premises of a sexually oriented business that is permitted or licensed under the Alcoholic Beverage Code; creating a criminal offense.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 2268 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to a provision in a construction contract that incorporates the terms and conditions of another document.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2282 86-0 (2019)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the applicability of certain limitations on the capture and use of biometric identifiers to financial institutions.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 2336 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to restrictions on the age of persons employed by or allowed on the premises of a sexually oriented business; creating a criminal offense.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 2358 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the payment of certain sales and use taxes by a retailer.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 2361 86-0 (2019)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the prosecution of limited liability companies and other business entities under the Penal Code.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2397 86-0 (2019)
Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
Relating to a franchise tax credit for certain businesses that make investments in qualified opportunity zones.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2403 86-0 (2019)
Author: Goldman, Craig
Relating to the regulation of residential service companies and residential service contracts.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 2556 86-0 (2019)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.
Relating to excess wear and use waivers in connection with the lease of motor vehicles; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2611 86-0 (2019)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the treatment of certain limited liability companies as passive entities for purposes of the franchise tax.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
HB 2659 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paul, DennisSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the use of names by public insurance adjusters.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2721 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the source of dogs and cats sold by pet stores; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2732 86-0 (2019)
Author: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to prohibited reporting of information regarding debt incurred for nonemergency medical care.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2745 86-0 (2019)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to manufacturer disclosure of lipstick and lip gloss ingredients and toxic metals.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 2746 86-0 (2019)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to manufacturer disclosure of cosmetic ingredients; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2856 86-0 (2019)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to restrictions under disaster remediation contracts; creating a criminal offense.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2872 86-0 (2019)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.
Relating to the collection, remittance, and administration of certain taxes on motor vehicles rented through a marketplace rental provider.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 2960 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to a prohibition against covenants not to compete for certain low-wage employees.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2975 86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the sale of a motor vehicle, motorboat, vessel, or outboard motor by a lienholder.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2988 86-0 (2019)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to a prohibition on the sale of prophylactics containing nitrosamines.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 3162 86-0 (2019)
Author: Flynn, DanSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to prepaid funeral benefits.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 3208 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to providing a sales and use tax refund or franchise tax credit for businesses that employ persons with disabilities.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3292 86-0 (2019)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland | et. al.
Relating to sale-leaseback transactions.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3362 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.
Relating to the consideration of ownership interests of certain persons with a disability in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3367 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of a business advisory council on disaster recovery and mitigation.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 3469 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to a study by the Texas Department of Transportation on the feasibility of charging a pavement consumption fee for the operation of certain motor vehicles on public highways.
House: Transportation
Received from the House
HB 3528 86-0 (2019)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the Internet domain name used by a website that sells tickets to events.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3602 86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to domestic corporations and other domestic entities.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3603 86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez Fischer, TreySponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to derivative proceedings on behalf of for-profit corporations, limited liability companies, and limited partnerships.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 3608 86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to business entities.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3609 86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez Fischer, TreySponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the filing of an assumed name certificate by certain business entities.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 3773 86-0 (2019)
Author: Button, Angie
Relating to regulation of short-term rental units by municipalities; authorizing a civil penalty.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 3778 86-0 (2019)
Author: Button, Angie
Relating to regulation of short-term rental units; authorizing a civil penalty; limiting the amount of a fee.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3779 86-0 (2019)
Author: Button, Angie
Relating to the collection of state, municipal, and county hotel occupancy taxes by a short-term rental marketplace.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3840 86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of individuals or business entities that provide or train assistance animals for veterans; providing a civil penalty.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3866 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to a franchise tax credit based on the ad valorem taxes paid by a taxable entity on certain inventory.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3868 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of tangible personal property held for sale at retail and a franchise tax credit based on the ad valorem taxes paid on such property.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3869 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of tangible personal property held for sale at retail.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3899 86-0 (2019)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate statewide commerce.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3945 86-0 (2019)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the temporary authority of certain individuals to engage in business as a residential mortgage loan originator.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 4007 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hefner, Cole
Relating to payment card skimmers and the creation of a payment card fraud center; imposing a civil penalty; creating criminal offenses.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 4066 86-0 (2019)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to repealing provisions prohibiting a physician assistant from serving as a governing person or officer of certain business entities.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4088 86-0 (2019)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the authority of a hospital district governing board to conduct a closed meeting to deliberate certain issues.
House: County Affairs
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 4131 86-0 (2019)
Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting public schools from owning or having a business interest in certain entities and real property associated with those entities.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4146 86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain short-term consumer loans; imposing an assessment and fees; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 4149 86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the creation of the business court and the Court of Business Appeals to hear certain cases; authorizing fees.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 4171 86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, JeffSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of The Securities Act, including conforming amendments.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Administration
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 4275 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to prohibiting public schools from owning or having a business interest in certain entities and real property associated with those entities.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 4319 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.
Relating to restrictions on the age of persons employed by or allowed on the premises of a sexually oriented business; creating a criminal offense.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 4362 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho | et. al.
Relating to peer-to-peer vehicle sharing platforms and the applicability of certain taxes to those platforms.
House: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4390 86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the privacy of personal identifying information and the creation of the Texas Privacy Protection Advisory Council.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
HB 4431 86-0 (2019)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to clarifying the liability of certain financial institutions that offer remote deposit capture.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 4485 86-0 (2019)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to a study of economic development incentives provided to businesses and members of the public by certain political subdivisions.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
HB 4497 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hefner, Cole
Relating to protecting freedom of conscience from government discrimination for businesses and other persons.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4518 86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to the privacy of a consumer's personal information collected by certain businesses; imposing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
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 4565 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the relocation of certain licensed pawnshops.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 4584 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hefner, ColeSponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to sale of returnable containers; creating a criminal offense.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 4624 86-0 (2019)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to civil liability of fiduciary or affiliate for failure to disclose benefits in relation to the affairs of the beneficiary
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HJR 109 86-0 (2019)
Author: Allison, Steve
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for a credit against ad valorem taxes imposed by a school district on the property owned by a business entity that donates money to the district to create or support career and technical education programs or courses.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HJR 128 86-0 (2019)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Proposing a constitutional amendment protecting the right to earn a living free from unnecessary government interference.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
SB 42 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to residential mortgage loans, including the financing of residential real estate purchases by means of a wrap mortgage loan; providing licensing and registration requirements; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 59 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to certain images captured by an unmanned aircraft.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 97 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offense of unlawful disclosure or promotion of intimate visual material.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Co-author authorized
SB 186 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the maximum permitted rate of interest, sum of fees, and other amounts due during a natural disaster declaration.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 342 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to civil and criminal liability for the unlawful disclosure of intimate visual material.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 349 86-0 (2019)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the regulation of the sale of dextromethorphan to minors; providing civil penalties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
SB 361 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to certain contracts for the transfer of a pet.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 398 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to authorizing a credit union to act as a school district depository.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 411 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of tangible personal property held for sale at retail.
Senate: Property Tax
Referred to Property Tax
SB 412 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to a franchise tax credit based on the ad valorem taxes paid by a taxable entity on certain inventory.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 476 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Goldman, Craig
Relating to requirements for and municipal regulation of dogs in an outdoor dining area of a food service establishment.
House: Public Health Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
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 594 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of a business advisory council on disaster recovery and mitigation.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 622 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the State Securities Board.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 648 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to clarifying the law regarding local government prohibitions or restrictions on the sale or use of a container or package.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 728 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the verification of information provided to the comptroller and contained in reports on compliance with agreements under the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 772 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.Sponsor: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to evidence in certain civil actions of a person's failure to forbid handguns on certain property.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 799 86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.Sponsor: Murphy, Jim
Relating to emergency management and disaster recovery.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
SB 860 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the creation of a regulatory sandbox program administered by the attorney general for certain financial products and services; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 866 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to unconscionable prices charged by certain health care facilities for medical care.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 909 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the prosecution of certain criminal offenses involving fraud.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 923 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to restrictions on the age of persons employed by or allowed on the premises of a sexually oriented business; creating a criminal offense.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
SB 985 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to restrictions under disaster remediation contracts; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1057 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the liability of a property owner who allows handguns to be carried on the owner's property.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1058 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the discontinuation of the pawnshop employee license.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1133 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting public schools from owning, leasing, or having a business interest in certain entities and real property associated with those entities.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
SB 1143 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of tangible personal property held for sale at retail and a franchise tax credit based on the ad valorem taxes paid on such property.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 1169 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the payment of insurance deductibles related to property insurance policies; creating criminal offenses.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1197 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to requiring female representation on the boards of directors of certain publicly traded corporations; authorizing administrative penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1258 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Moody, Joe
Relating to the prosecution of limited liability companies and other business entities under the Penal Code.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 1260 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat | et. al.
Relating to applicability to military service members of minimum age policies imposed by commercial lodging establishments.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs
SB 1423 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the fee for placing, temporarily lifting, or removing a security freeze on a consumer file.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1472 86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the collection of state, municipal, and county hotel occupancy taxes by a short-term rental marketplace.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1532 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain occupations and activities; authorizing fees.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
SB 1549 86-0 (2019)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the regulation of certain emergency care facilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1556 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the establishment of school district policies regarding the marketing and commercial advertising of food products on school district property.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 1578 86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the collection, remittance, and administration of certain taxes on motor vehicles rented through a marketplace rental provider.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1643 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the deceptive trade practice of charging exorbitant or excessive prices for necessities during a declared disaster.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1650 86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to employee-owned companies.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1761 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to credit services organizations and extensions of consumer credit facilitated by credit services organizations; providing civil and administrative penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1778 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paxton, AngelaSponsor: Holland, Justin
Relating to excess wear and use waivers in connection with the lease of motor vehicles; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 1822 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Flynn, Dan
Relating to prepaid funeral benefits.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 1841 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to certain requirements for designation as a qualified business under the enterprise zone program.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1859 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to business entities.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 1881 86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the regulation of call centers; providing a civil penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1888 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to regulation of short-term rental units by municipalities; authorizing a civil penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1901 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the encouragement of intra-state commerce.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1960 86-0 (2019)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the authority of a hospital district governing board to conduct a closed meeting to deliberate certain issues.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1970 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the filing of an assumed name certificate by certain business entities.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
SB 1971 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to domestic corporations and other domestic entities.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 1972 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to derivative proceedings on behalf of for-profit corporations, limited liability companies, and limited partnerships.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 2019 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to requiring female representation on the governing authorities of certain business entities; authorizing an administrative penalty.
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 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 2199 86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to private spaces for diaper changing stations in restrooms in certain buildings.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
SB 2228 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to creating a criminal offense for making certain telemarketing calls to a telephone number published on the Texas no-call list.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2259 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the creation of the business court and the Court of Business Appeals to hear certain cases; authorizing fees.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 2279 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to creating the criminal offense of financial abuse of an elderly individual.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 2330 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to the temporary authority of certain individuals to engage in business as a residential mortgage loan originator.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 2366 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the performance of nonsurgical medical cosmetic procedures at medical spas; providing a civil penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2382 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to sale of returnable containers; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2409 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, JoséSponsor: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the Internet domain name used by a website that sells tickets to events.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 42 85-0 (2017)
Author: Romero, Ramon
Relating to a franchise tax credit for certain taxable entities offering postsecondary tuition assistance.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 86 85-0 (2017)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to providing a sales and use tax refund or franchise tax credit for businesses that employ former offenders.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 102 85-0 (2017)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to exemptions from ad valorem taxes, the sales and use tax, and the franchise tax for certain businesses during an initial period of operation in this state.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 109 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James
Relating to the permit required to transport alcoholic beverages between certain permitted premises; authorizing a fee.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 131 85-0 (2017)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to exempting the intrastate manufacture of a firearm, a firearm accessory, or ammunition from federal regulation.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Considered in Calendars
HB 146 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to the use of supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits by electronic benefits transfer.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 293 85-0 (2017)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to the distribution, sale, or offer for sale of a mislabeled abusable synthetic substance through the Internet.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 296 85-0 (2017)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to a deceptive act or practice related to the sale, marketing, packaging, or advertising of nitrous oxide.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 411 85-0 (2017)
Author: Longoria, Oscar
Relating to requiring photo identification for certain purchases paid with a credit card or debit card.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
HB 447 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to the civil liability of certain businesses in connection with allowing or forbidding handguns on the business premises.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 468 85-0 (2017)
Author: Longoria, Oscar
Relating to a restriction on certain accommodations in accessible hotel and motel guest rooms; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 497 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rinaldi, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the liability of a business that allows handguns to be carried on the business's premises.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 556 85-0 (2017)
Author: Keough, Mark | et. al.
Relating to the civil liability of certain persons in connection with allowing or forbidding handguns on the premises of a business or apartment complex.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
No action taken in committee
HB 606 85-0 (2017)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the liability of a person who allows handguns to be carried on property owned, leased, or managed by the person.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 628 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the distribution, possession, purchase, consumption, and receipt of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and tobacco products; providing penalties.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 666 85-0 (2017)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the expunction of arrest records and files relating to certain nonviolent misdemeanor offenses.
Filed
HB 670 85-0 (2017)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to the expunction of arrest records and files relating to certain criminal offenses.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 721 85-0 (2017)
Author: Longoria, Oscar
Relating to photo identification requirements for certain stored value card transactions.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
HB 803 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dale, Tony
Relating to a temporary exemption from the sales and use tax and the franchise tax for certain businesses engaged in space flight activities.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 858 85-0 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to creating a disadvantaged business assistance program to be operated by the Texas Department of Transportation.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 873 85-0 (2017)
Author: Pickett, Joseph | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to prohibiting certain establishments serving the public from restricting a peace officer or special investigator from carrying a weapon on the premises.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 916 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to requiring financial institutions to report the suspected financial abuse of elderly persons; providing a civil and criminal penalty.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
HB 959 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to the financial abuse of elderly persons, including requiring financial institutions to report suspected financial abuse of elderly persons; providing a civil penalty; creating criminal offenses.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
HB 996 85-0 (2017)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of business entities that provide assistance animals; providing a civil penalty.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 1084 85-0 (2017)
Author: Goldman, Craig
Relating to the interests of certain holding companies in certain repair facilities.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 1137 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to restrictions on tax and fee benefits for certain private entities that outsource jobs to foreign countries.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1142 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting governmental contracts with a company doing business with Iran, Sudan, or a foreign terrorist organization.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1143 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to investment prohibitions and divestment requirements for certain investments of public money.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1157 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to the hold period for the disposition of and payment for items of goods acquired by pawnbrokers.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 1222 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rinaldi, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the suspension of certain licenses held by private employers for the knowing employment of persons not lawfully present in this state; authorizing a fee.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1230 85-0 (2017)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to franchise tax credits for businesses that employ veterans.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1281 85-0 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to historically underutilized businesses and to goods and services purchased by governmental entities; providing penalties.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1294 85-0 (2017)
Author: Minjarez, Ina | et. al.
Relating to the economic impact of closures on the state highway system during certain periods.
House: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1435 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to commencement and prosecution of certain actions by and to investigations conducted by district and county attorneys under the Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1527 85-0 (2017)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the consideration of ownership interests of certain persons with disabilities in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
House: State Affairs
Corrected committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1637 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to warning signs applicable to the carrying of weapons on the premises of certain holders of alcoholic beverage licenses and permits and to grounds for cancellation of those licenses and permits.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 1646 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the waiver of certain fees for an assumed name certificate or a statement of abandonment of use of an assumed name filed by a military veteran.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 1701 85-0 (2017)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the presentation of the investment policy of certain governmental entities to a business organization that conducts investment transactions for the entity.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 1767 85-0 (2017)
Author: Collier, Nicole | et. al.
Relating to the collection of consumer debt by debt buyers.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 1844 85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to choice of law and venue for certain construction contracts.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1850 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to creation of a task force to study the effects of population growth on counties in this state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1859 85-0 (2017)
Author: Simmons, RonSponsor: Taylor, Van
Relating to certain rental-purchase agreements.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 1874 85-0 (2017)
Author: Anderson, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to a program for the recycling of certain household batteries; authorizing a fee; providing civil and administrative penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 1902 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to prohibiting the investment of certain retirement system funds in publicly traded business entities that donate to Planned Parenthood.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1939 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the regulation of the sale of dextromethorphan to minors; providing civil penalties.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1985 85-0 (2017)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Relating to debt cancellation agreements offered in connection with certain retail installment contracts and leases for vehicles.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1995 85-0 (2017)
Author: Elkins, GarySponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Uniform Trade Secrets Act.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 2001 85-0 (2017)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to fees charged by a consumer reporting agency for the placement, temporary lifting, or removal of a security freeze on the consumer file or record of certain consumers or protected consumers.
House: Investments & Financial Services
No action taken in committee
HB 2019 85-0 (2017)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the regulation of manufactured homes.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 2020 85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Tomas
Relating to the creation of an offense prohibiting advertisements on an Internet website of certain prostitution offenses.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2024 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the publication of an image that depicts an individual without the individual's consent; imposing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2027 85-0 (2017)
Author: Goldman, CraigSponsor: Taylor, Van
Relating to the repeal of certain laws regulating the sale or transfer of secondhand watches.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
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 2167 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schubert, Leighton | et. al.
Relating to state money or credit or a state guarantee used or provided for high-speed rail owned by a private entity.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 2170 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to responsibility for defects in the plans, specifications, or related documents for the construction or repair of an improvement to real property.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2176 85-0 (2017)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to surcharges imposed for the use of a credit card; providing a civil penalty.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 2250 85-0 (2017)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to the classification of certain entities as primarily engaged in retail trade for purposes of the franchise tax.
House: Ways & Means
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2266 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to requiring certain retailers to ensure that certain products sold or leased by the retailers contain a digital blocking capability that renders obscene material inaccessible; creating a criminal offense.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2279 85-0 (2017)
Author: Goldman, CraigSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the regulation of residential service contracts.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 1/1/18
HB 2333 85-0 (2017)
Author: Elkins, Gary | et. al.
Relating to a breach of system security of a business that exposes consumer credit card or debit card information; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 2339 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to trade-in credit agreements offered in connection with certain motor vehicle retail installment contracts.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 2343 85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul | et. al.
Relating to prerequisites to asserting certain claims arising from certain construction defects.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2382 85-0 (2017)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to information required to be disclosed by certain investors of publicly traded companies whose headquarters are located in this state; creating an offense.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
HB 2385 85-0 (2017)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to benefits offered to purchasers by builders of new residences.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2483 85-0 (2017)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the capture, use, or recording of certain items for commercial purposes, including the prosecution of criminal offenses regarding unauthorized recordings.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2521 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the disclosure or release by a criminal justice agency of photographs taken pursuant to an arrest or other involvement in the criminal justice system.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 2551 85-0 (2017)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to regulation of short-term rentals by municipalities and counties.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2589 85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of tangible personal property held for sale at retail.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2594 85-0 (2017)
Author: Villalba, Jason
Relating to the creation of the chancery court and the court of chancery appeals to hear certain cases; authorizing fees.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 2641 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to Internet broadcasts of meetings held by the board of directors of a community development corporation.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Referred to Government Transparency & Operation
HB 2644 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to prohibiting the use of money in the Texas economic development fund or the Texas Enterprise Fund to finance a facility or establishment at which gambling is to be conducted.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 2779 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to protecting freedom of conscience from government discrimination.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2826 85-0 (2017)
Author: Oliveira, René
Relating to partnerships, limited liability companies, and other domestic and foreign entities and to series of limited liability companies and foreign entities.
House: Business & Industry
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2827 85-0 (2017)
Author: Oliveira, René
Relating to corporations, associations, real estate investment trusts, and related entities; authorizing fees.
House: Business & Industry
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2828 85-0 (2017)
Author: Oliveira, René | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain sweepstakes in this state.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2832 85-0 (2017)
Author: Oliveira, René | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to notice by a property owner to a mortgage servicer that the owner intends to enter into a contract with a property tax lender.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
HB 2839 85-0 (2017)
Author: Longoria, Oscar
Relating to photo identification for certain debit or credit card transactions.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 2843 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to recovery of attorney's fees in certain civil cases.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 2856 85-0 (2017)
Author: Villalba, JasonSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to names of domestic and foreign filing entities for transacting business in this state.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 2876 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
Relating to the rights of wedding industry professionals and their employees in connection with the provision of goods, services, and facilities that would violate a sincerely held religious belief.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2923 85-0 (2017)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to prohibiting the transmission of unsolicited commercial electronic mail messages to certain persons.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2973 85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie
Relating to the authority of the commissioners court of a county to exempt the inventory of certain retail businesses from ad valorem taxation by the county.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3045 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dale, TonySponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to an election to reduce or increase the sales and use tax rate imposed by a municipality for the benefit of a Type B development corporation.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
HB 3079 85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Tomas
Relating to imposing a tax on animal-tested cosmetics; providing a penalty.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3081 85-0 (2017)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of persons and business activities subject to regulation by certain finance agencies.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3150 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.
Relating to a merchant allowing a person suspected of committing or attempting to commit theft to complete a theft education program.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
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 3163 85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie
Relating to persons engaged in business as a vehicle lessor or vehicle lease facilitator.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3224 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to requiring dealers and investment advisers to report suspected financial abuse of elderly persons; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3298 85-0 (2017)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to warning signs posted by certain food service establishments that prepare food items containing peanut products.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 3308 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to certain vehicle protection products.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3322 85-0 (2017)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the use of certain words to imply that a person who is not an attorney is authorized to practice immigration law and the prosecution of a cause of action arising from that practice and educational requirements for a notary public appointment; authorizing a fee; affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3459 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to requiring a business to pre-disclose the recording of a telephone conversation with a consumer; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3482 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to clarifying the law regarding local government prohibitions or restrictions on the sale or use of a container or package.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3488 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to authorizing public benefit corporations.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3508 85-0 (2017)
Author: Neave, Victoria
Relating to a contract or other agreement between certain governmental entities and a credit services organization or related business.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
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 3621 85-0 (2017)
Author: Villalba, Jason
Relating to a franchise tax discount under certain circumstances.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3725 85-0 (2017)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the priority of a transferred ad valorem tax lien.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3744 85-0 (2017)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the regulation of the retention, storage, transportation, and disposal of used or scrap tires; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.
House: Environmental Regulation
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 3797 85-0 (2017)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to the regulation of call centers; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3820 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dale, Tony
Relating to the authority of chiropractors to form certain business entities with certain other professions.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 3867 85-0 (2017)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to unconscionable prices charged by certain health care facilities for medical care.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 3902 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to commencement and prosecution of certain actions by and to investigations conducted by district and county attorneys under the Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3927 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to requiring an economic development corporation to file with the comptroller a report regarding bonds issued by the corporation.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 3931 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to the provision of and local regulation of certain for-hire passenger transportation.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 4077 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the disposition and identification of certain goods acquired by recycling entities and pawnbrokers; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 4085 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to certain courses or activities approved by the board of trustees of a school district for course credit.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
HB 4097 85-0 (2017)
Author: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to prohibition of certain regulations by a county, municipality, or other political subdivision.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4171 85-0 (2017)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to the state designation of employee owned corporations.
House: Business & Industry
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 4201 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.
Relating to the publication, republication, or other dissemination of mug shots and certain other information regarding the involvement of an individual in the criminal justice system; increasing civil penalties.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 4261 85-0 (2017)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the transparent disclosure of Internet advertising practices.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
No action taken in committee
HJR 96 85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to permit one or more political subdivisions of this state to exempt from ad valorem taxation a person's inventory held for sale at retail.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HR 2616 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kuempel, John
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 2065.
Reported enrolled
SB 86 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Relating to the liability of a property owner who allows handguns to be carried on the owner's property.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 92 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibition of certain regulations by a county, municipality, or other political subdivision.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 103 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the provision of bags to customers of a business at the point of sale.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 105 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to abolishing the Pan American Games trust fund, Olympic Games trust fund, Major Events reimbursement program fund, Motor Sports Racing trust fund, and Events trust fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 113 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffines, Don | et. al.
Relating to the provision of and local regulation of certain for-hire passenger transportation.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
SB 252 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, VanSponsor: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting governmental contracts with a company doing business with Iran, Sudan, or a foreign terrorist organization.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 253 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, Sarah
Relating to investment prohibitions and divestment requirements for certain investments of public money.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 341 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Goldman, Craig
Relating to the consequences of the possession of illegal synthetic cannabinoids on a holder of or applicant for certain alcoholic beverage licenses and liability of a person who provides, sells, or serves a synthetic cannabinoid to another person.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 350 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the repeal of certain laws regulating the sale or transfer of secondhand watches.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 393 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to abolishing the Texas Enterprise Fund and the disposition of the balance of that fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 400 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the verification of information provided to the comptroller and contained in reports on compliance with agreements under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 449 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to the carrying of a concealed handgun on the premises of certain businesses.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 451 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to regulation of short-term rentals and short-term rental marketplaces by municipalities and counties.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Urban Affairs
SB 453 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the interests of certain holding companies in certain repair facilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
No action taken in committee
SB 560 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to surcharges imposed for the use of a credit card; providing a civil penalty.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 570 85-0 (2017)
Author: RodrÃguez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of the retention, storage, transportation, disposal, processing, and reuse of used or scrap tires; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 666 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Miller, Rick
Relating to a sign required to be posted in the restrooms of sexually oriented businesses; creating a criminal offense.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 679 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Dale, Tony | et. al.
Relating to the authority of chiropractors to form certain business entities with certain other professions.
House: Public Health Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 784 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the waiver of certain fees for an assumed name certificate or a statement of abandonment of use of an assumed name filed by a military veteran.
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Referred to Vet Affairs & Border Security
SB 791 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the financial abuse of elderly persons, including requiring financial institutions to report suspected financial abuse of elderly persons; providing a civil penalty; creating criminal offenses.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 792 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to requiring financial institutions to report the suspected financial abuse of elderly persons; providing a civil and criminal penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 807 85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Workman, Paul
Relating to choice of law and venue for certain construction contracts.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 836 85-0 (2017)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to a contract or other agreement between certain governmental entities and a credit services organization or related business.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 916 85-0 (2017)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the regulation of the sale of dextromethorphan to minors; providing civil penalties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 938 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to certain rental-purchase agreements.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 980 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to state money or credit or a state guarantee used or provided for high-speed rail owned by a private entity.
Senate: Transportation
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1052 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Flynn, Dan
Relating to certain retail installment contracts and leases for vehicles; providing for a civil penalty.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1110 85-0 (2017)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to allowing a person suspected of committing or attempting to commit theft to complete an education program offered by a merchant.
Senate: Criminal Justice
No action taken in committee
SB 1155 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to fees paid to certain credit services organizations in connection with certain extensions of consumer credit.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1303 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the establishment of school district policies regarding the marketing and commercial advertising of food products on school district property.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 1343 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to the capture, use, or recording of certain items for commercial purposes, including the prosecution of criminal offenses regarding unauthorized recordings.
House: Business & Industry Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1381 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.Sponsor: Longoria, Oscar
Relating to photo identification for certain debit or credit card transactions.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 1/1/18
SB 1387 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to certain requirements for designation as a qualified business under the enterprise zone program.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1397 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to notice by a property owner to a mortgage servicer that the owner intends to enter into a contract with a property tax lender.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1409 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to a breach of system security of a business that exposes consumer credit card or debit card information; providing a civil penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1425 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the regulation of business entities that provide assistance animals; providing a civil penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1500 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Kuempel, John
Relating to certain vehicle protection products.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1517 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Oliveira, René
Relating to partnerships, limited liability companies, and other domestic and foreign entities and to series of limited liability companies and foreign entities.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1518 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Oliveira, René
Relating to corporations, associations, real estate investment trusts, and related entities; authorizing fees.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1530 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the regulation of persons and business activities subject to regulation by certain finance agencies.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1579 85-0 (2017)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to authorizing the secretary of state to terminate the existence of a domestic filing entity if a substantial owner or governing person of the entity has been convicted of human trafficking or compelling prostitution.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1736 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.Sponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the liability of a person who allows handguns to be carried on property owned, controlled, or managed by the person.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1739 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.Sponsor: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the suspension, termination, and reinstatement of certain services provided to military service members who are serving on active duty.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1835 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to names of domestic and foreign filing entities for transacting business in this state; creating an offense.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1945 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the Texas Uniform Trade Secrets Act.
Senate: State Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1949 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the regulation of certain sweepstakes in this state.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1994 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to residential mortgage loans, including the financing of residential real estate purchases by means of a wrap mortgage loan; providing licensing requirements; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 2064 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to unconscionable prices charged by certain health care facilities for medical care.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 2065 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Kuempel, John
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain occupations and activities.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
SB 2097 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the use of gold and silver coins and bullion.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 2127 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to limitations on the information reported by consumer reporting agencies.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
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 2178 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to judicial review of certain regulations that apply to state licensees.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 2192 85-0 (2017)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al.
Relating to the economic impact of closures on the state highway system during certain periods.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 2206 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to information required to be disclosed by certain investors of publicly traded companies whose headquarters are located in this state.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2216 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to state fiscal matters regarding business and economic development.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SR 938 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on SB 2065.
Reported enrolled
HB 134 85-1 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to historically underutilized businesses and to goods and services purchased by governmental entities; providing penalties.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 291 85-1 (2017)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the collection of consumer debt by debt buyers.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
HB 350 85-1 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of income-producing tangible personal property owned by certain small businesses.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HJR 48 85-1 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation income-producing tangible personal property owned by certain small businesses.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 23 85-1 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibition of certain regulations by a county, municipality, or other political subdivision.
Filed
SB 100 85-1 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to exempting the intrastate manufacture of a firearm, a firearm accessory, or ammunition from federal regulation.
Filed
HB 55 84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the use of the Texas Enterprise Fund for veterans hospitals.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 87 84-0 (2015)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the collection and recycling of computer and television equipment by certain retailers; providing for the imposition of administrative penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 146 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to requiring photo identification for certain credit card purchases.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
HB 149 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to photo identification requirements for certain stored value card purchases.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
HB 257 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farney, Marsha | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to a judge's or justice's significant interest in a business entity that owns, manages, or operates a private correctional or rehabilitation facility.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 421 84-0 (2015)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to exempting the intrastate manufacture of a firearm, a firearm accessory, or ammunition from federal regulation.
House: State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select
Left pending in committee
HB 496 84-0 (2015)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to civil and criminal liability for the unlawful disclosure or promotion of certain intimate visual material; creating an offense.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 546 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to a prohibition on state contracting for goods produced through forced labor; providing penalties.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Left pending in committee
HB 610 84-0 (2015)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to the statute of limitations for an action on a credit card account.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
No action taken in committee
HB 880 84-0 (2015)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to creating a disadvantaged business assistance program to be operated by the Texas Department of Transportation.
House: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 968 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.Sponsor: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to civil liability of shareholders and members of certain legal entities that engage in the trafficking of persons.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 991 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne | et. al.Sponsor: Huffines, Don
Relating to the display of notice of federal and state tax rates for motor fuel sold at retail.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Transportation
Effective on 1/1/16
HB 1001 84-0 (2015)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to restrictions on tax and fee benefits for certain private entities that outsource jobs to foreign countries; changing taxes and fees.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1006 84-0 (2015)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the preference given by state agencies to goods offered by bidders in this state or manufactured, produced, or grown in this state or in the United States.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1020 84-0 (2015)
Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al.
Relating to credit services organizations and extensions of consumer credit facilitated by credit services organizations; providing civil and administrative penalties.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 1120 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to creation of entities affiliated with a church organized as a nonprofit corporation.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 1199 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simpson, David | et. al.
Relating to deceptive representations or other conduct concerning certain synthetic substances as a violation of the Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1208 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to lender notice of default to contractors regarding certain construction loans or financing agreements for the improvement of real property and related procedures for suspending contractors' and subcontractors' performance.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1251 84-0 (2015)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to the transfer of compensation experience for purposes of the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1265 84-0 (2015)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to a deceptive act or practice involving a solicitation in connection with a good or service or involving the production, sale, distribution, or promotion of certain synthetic substances.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1320 84-0 (2015)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to certain information reported by consumer reporting agencies.
House: Business & Industry
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 1356 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the sale or rental of certain motor vehicle tires; creating a criminal offense.
House: Transportation
Referred directly to s/c on Long-term Infrastructure Planning by chair
HB 1377 84-0 (2015)
Author: Longoria, Oscar
Relating to a restriction on certain accommodations in accessible hotel guest rooms; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 1389 84-0 (2015)
Author: Villalba, Jason
Relating to the funding of certain activities related to the commercialization of emerging technologies.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 1556 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.
Relating to prohibition of certain regulations by a county, municipality, or other political subdivision.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 1603 84-0 (2015)
Author: Villalba, Jason
Relating to the creation of the chancery court and the court of chancery appeals to hear certain cases; authorizing fees.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1634 84-0 (2015)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.
Relating to a franchise tax credit for certain taxable entities offering postsecondary tuition assistance.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1685 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the satisfaction of a condition of community supervision requiring performance of community service.
House: Corrections
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 1686 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farney, Marsha | et. al.
Relating to excluding a franchisor as an employer of a franchisee or a franchisee's employees.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1693 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to a prohibition on the sale of motor fuel mixed with ethanol; imposing civil and criminal penalties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
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 1703 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the disposition and identification of certain goods acquired by recycling entities and pawnbrokers; providing a civil penalty.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 1726 84-0 (2015)
Author: Oliveira, René
Relating to a study by the consumer credit commissioner regarding payment by mortgage lenders of property tax loans.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
HB 1785 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to reducing the amount of a fee imposed on certain sexually oriented businesses.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1792 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to regulation of residential short-term rental units and collection and reporting periods of hotel occupancy taxes; creating a criminal offense; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1805 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to abolishing a fee imposed on certain sexually oriented businesses.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1810 84-0 (2015)
Author: Giddings, HelenSponsor: Huffines, Don
Relating to the sale of prison-made products to certain persons.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on intent calendar
HB 1881 84-0 (2015)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to authorizing certain private schools to charge fees for processing or handling certain payments or payment transactions.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 1907 84-0 (2015)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to a study by the Texas Department of Transportation of the navigability of the Red River for commercial purposes.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 1936 84-0 (2015)
Author: Oliveira, René | et. al.
Relating to notice by a property owner to a mortgage servicer that the owner intends to enter into a contract with a property tax lender.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 1939 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rinaldi, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the provision of bags to customers of a business at the point of sale.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 2043 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the appraised value of real property of a business that employs honorably discharged veterans.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2052 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bohac, DwayneSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to loss damage waivers in connection with the rental of certain heavy equipment; providing penalties.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2063 84-0 (2015)
Author: Oliveira, RenéSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the recording and effective date of certain documents relating to nonjudicial foreclosure sales.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2069 84-0 (2015)
Author: Oliveira, René
Relating to the administration of foreclosure sales of real property.
House: Business & Industry
Reported favorably as substituted
HB 2074 84-0 (2015)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
Relating to the eligibility of a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association finals event to receive funding through a major events trust fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2076 84-0 (2015)
Author: Oliveira, René | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to notice requirements and other procedures relating to the possession or sale of a motor vehicle, motorboat, vessel, or outboard motor by a possessory lienholder.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
HB 2111 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to an exemption from the franchise tax and certain filing fees for certain businesses owned by veterans during an initial period of operation in the state.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2136 84-0 (2015)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to the exemption of inventory of certain retail businesses from ad valorem taxation by a school district.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2142 84-0 (2015)
Author: Oliveira, René | et. al.
Relating to corporations and fundamental business transactions.
House: Business & Industry
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2144 84-0 (2015)
Author: Oliveira, René | et. al.
Relating to partnerships and limited liability companies.
House: Business & Industry
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2192 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to a project authorized to be undertaken by certain Type B economic development corporations in connection with certain multifamily housing.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 2273 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to a contract or other agreement between certain governmental entities and a credit services organization or credit access business.
House: General Investigating & Ethics
Left pending in committee
HB 2305 84-0 (2015)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the eligibility for an exemption from ad valorem taxation for property used by certain nonprofit community business organizations.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2333 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the duty of business entities to use an automated external defibrillator.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 2335 84-0 (2015)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to an annual report of used motor vehicle purchaser complaints.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 2358 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the exemption from certain registration and licensing requirements and taxes for certain businesses and employees who enter this state in response to a disaster or emergency.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 2391 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bohac, DwayneSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the redemption of certain stored value cards, including gift cards, for cash.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2420 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to a franchise tax credit for wages paid to certain employees by certain new businesses located in small municipalities.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2425 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to water quality improvement and pollution reduction through beverage container recycling incentives; assessing a fee; providing penalties; creating a criminal offense.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 2515 84-0 (2015)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., SergioSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to authority to establish, operate, and maintain a foreign trade zone at or adjacent to the Pharr port of entry.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2553 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, Molly | et. al.
Relating to a private business owner's right to choose whether to provide goods or services.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2558 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, JasonSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the length of a billing month for a propane gas customer.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2573 84-0 (2015)
Author: Johnson, Eric | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a deceptive trade practice related to the use of certain words to imply that a person who is not an attorney is authorized to practice law and the prosecution of a cause of action arising from that practice.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2580 84-0 (2015)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to crowdfunding portal regulations.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
HB 2590 84-0 (2015)
Author: Johnson, Eric | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to providing a remedy for fraud committed in certain real estate transactions.
House: Business & Industry Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2627 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to creation of a task force to study the effects of population growth on counties in this state.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2676 84-0 (2015)
Author: Stephenson, Phil
Relating to the regulation of money services businesses; affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Laid on the table subject to call
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 2753 84-0 (2015)
Author: Villalba, Jason
Relating to the names of certain businesses.
House: Business & Industry
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 2769 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the date of expiration of a certain pilot revolving loan program established under the loanstar revolving loan program to provide for energy efficiency measures and renewable energy technology for certain organizations.
House: Energy Resources
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 2772 84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, ArmandoSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the authority of certain economic development corporations to undertake and operate transportation-related projects.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 2802 84-0 (2015)
Author: Peña, Gilbert | et. al.
Relating to the use of public bathrooms, locker rooms, and shower facilities; creating a criminal offense.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2831 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to disclosure of calorie content and nutrition information by certain food establishments; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 2834 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Susan Lewis
Relating to restrictions in connection with public subsidies and contracts awarded to businesses that employ undocumented workers.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2891 84-0 (2015)
Author: Otto, John | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to certain filing and reporting requirements for certain taxable entities.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 1/1/16
HB 2898 84-0 (2015)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to certain procedures, civil penalties, and remedies under the Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 2971 84-0 (2015)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to prosecution of the offense of payment of deductibles under a property or casualty insurance policy.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
HB 3010 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the consideration of ownership interests of certain persons with disabilities in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3028 84-0 (2015)
Author: Frullo, JohnSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to regulation of certain conduct by discount health care program operators, or concerning discount health care programs, that relates to prescription drugs or prescription drug benefits; authorizing administrative and civil penalties.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 3030 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to participation in certain programs by, and insurer premium tax credits for investments in, certified capital companies.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
HB 3031 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the decertification of a certified capital company.
House: Insurance Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 3039 84-0 (2015)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to requiring certain metal building, roof, and component retailers to register with the comptroller; imposing a civil penalty; authorizing a fee.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Postponed
HB 3040 84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the authority of certain economic development corporations to undertake and operate transportation-related projects.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 3066 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the regulation of the sale of dextromethorphan to minors; providing civil penalties.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3104 84-0 (2015)
Author: Oliveira, René
Relating to intra-industry relationships between alcoholic beverage manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 3153 84-0 (2015)
Author: Anderson, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to a program for the recycling of certain household batteries; authorizing a fee; providing civil and administrative penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 3199 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the use of public information for marketing purposes; creating a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 3222 84-0 (2015)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the priority of a transferred ad valorem tax lien.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 3240 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.
Relating to a surcharge imposed for the use of a debit card or stored value card; providing a civil penalty.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3255 84-0 (2015)
Author: Goldman, Craig
Relating to the interests of certain holding companies in other holding companies that own a repair facility.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 3320 84-0 (2015)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony
Relating to the use of certain coins and bullion as legal tender.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
HB 3358 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to municipal regulation of passenger transportation for compensation.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3378 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the border commerce coordinator.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3383 84-0 (2015)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the EB-5 immigrant investor visa program administered by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
HB 3385 84-0 (2015)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the regulation of call centers; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3400 84-0 (2015)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to parties who may bring suit under the Texas Free Enterprise and Antitrust Act of 1983.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3420 84-0 (2015)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation for property used by certain nonprofit community business organizations to provide services to aid in the economic development of local communities.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3434 84-0 (2015)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the definition of "person" under the Uniform Commercial Code.
House: Business & Industry
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3454 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to transactions involving the assignment of rights in an individual's legal claim; authorizing the imposition of a fee.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 3463 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to a photo identification requirement to use certain state benefits.
House: Human Services
No action taken in committee
HB 3478 84-0 (2015)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to a breach of system security of a business that exposes consumer credit card or debit card information; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 3479 84-0 (2015)
Author: Oliveira, René
Relating to authorizing certain distributions of income from a nonprofit corporation to members of the corporation who are certain nonprofit corporations.
House: Business & Industry
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3507 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to providing a sales and use tax refund or franchise tax credit for businesses that employ former offenders.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3522 84-0 (2015)
Author: Longoria, Oscar | et. al.
Relating to photo identification requirements for certain stored value card purchases.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 3526 84-0 (2015)
Author: Longoria, Oscar
Relating to requiring photo identification for certain card purchases.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3537 84-0 (2015)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to a breach of system security of a business that exposes consumer credit card or debit card information; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 3544 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the Texas Enterprise Fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 3619 84-0 (2015)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to a surcharge imposed for the use of a debit card or stored value card; providing a civil penalty.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Postponed
HB 3637 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to the verification of information provided to the comptroller and contained in reports on compliance with agreements under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3706 84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to requiring certain food service establishments that prepare peanut products to post warning signs.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 3762 84-0 (2015)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the designation of a trust as a business purpose trust.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3784 84-0 (2015)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to the prosecution of criminal offenses regarding unauthorized recordings.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3795 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the sale, storage, transportation, and disposal of scrap or used tires; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 3826 84-0 (2015)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain tangible personal property used by the owner of the property to manufacture, process, or fabricate tangible personal property for ultimate sale.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3838 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the procedures required for a Type A economic development corporation to make certain expenditures.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 4020 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the security of certain financial information and liability for certain security breaches.
House: Business & Industry
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 4114 84-0 (2015)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the publication, republication, or other dissemination of mug shots and other information regarding the involvement of an individual in the criminal justice system; increasing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4135 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to requiring the Port of Houston Authority to comply with historically underutilized business provisions.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HJR 88 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the governing bodies of certain political subdivisions to exempt from ad valorem taxation the real and tangible personal property of businesses during an initial period of operation in this state.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HJR 100 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the governing body of a political subdivision to adopt a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion, expressed as a dollar amount, of the market value of real property of a business that employs honorably discharged veterans.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HJR 102 84-0 (2015)
Author: Button, Angie
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation by one or more political subdivisions of this state a person's inventory held for sale at retail.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HJR 140 84-0 (2015)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation by one or more political subdivisions tangible personal property used by the owner of the property to manufacture, process, or fabricate tangible personal property for ultimate sale.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 87 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the elimination of smoking in certain workplaces and public places; providing penalties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 91 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to a restriction on charges charged for certain extensions of consumer credit that a credit access business obtains for a consumer or assists a consumer in obtaining.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 92 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to regulation of certain credit services organizations and to certain extensions of consumer credit the organizations obtain for a consumer or assist a consumer in obtaining.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 100 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the enterprise zone program.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 121 84-0 (2015)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to credit services organizations and extensions of consumer credit facilitated by credit services organizations; providing civil and administrative penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
SB 433 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to a membership interest in a limited liability company subject to a charging order.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 484 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to restrictions in connection with public subsidies and contracts awarded to businesses that employ undocumented workers.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 652 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Farney, Marsha | et. al.
Relating to excluding a franchisor as an employer of a franchisee or a franchisee's employees.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 758 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain tangible personal property used by the owner of the property to manufacture, process, or fabricate tangible personal property for ultimate sale.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 788 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, Kevin | et. al.Sponsor: Paddie, Chris
Relating to requiring direct access to 9-1-1 service from certain telephone systems and equivalent systems that use Internet Protocol enabled services.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 829 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the verification of information provided to the comptroller and contained in reports on compliance with agreements under the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 859 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Oliveira, René | et. al.
Relating to partnerships and limited liability companies.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
SB 860 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Oliveira, René | et. al.
Relating to corporations and fundamental business transactions.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 899 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Stephenson, Phil
Relating to the regulation of money services businesses; affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 954 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the establishment of school district policies regarding the marketing and commercial advertising of food products on school property.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 1016 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to participation in certain programs by, and insurer premium tax credits for investments in, certified capital companies.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1017 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the decertification of a certified capital company.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Insurance
SB 1049 84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Sheets, Kenneth | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from the franchise tax and certain filing fees for certain businesses owned by veterans during an initial period of operation in the state.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
SB 1052 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the consideration of ownership interests of certain persons with disabilities in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1054 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the preference given by state agencies to goods offered by bidders in this state or manufactured, produced, or grown in this state or in the United States.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1077 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to the definition of "person" under the Uniform Commercial Code.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 1100 84-0 (2015)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the eligibility of a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association Finals Event for funding from the Major Events trust fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1135 84-0 (2015)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al.Sponsor: González, Mary
Relating to civil and criminal liability for the unlawful disclosure or promotion of certain intimate visual material; creating an offense.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1142 84-0 (2015)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to regulation of discount drug card program operators; authorizing administrative and civil penalties; authorizing fees; expanding a registration requirement.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1155 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibition of certain regulations by a county, municipality, or other political subdivision.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1156 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to abolishing the Pan American Games trust fund, Olympic Games trust fund, Major Events trust fund, Motor Sports Racing trust fund, and Events trust fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1233 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Oliveira, René
Relating to authorizing certain distributions of income from a nonprofit corporation to members of the corporation who are certain nonprofit corporations.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 1242 84-0 (2015)
Author: RodrÃguez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the sale, storage, transportation, and disposal of scrap or used tires; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1245 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to the use of certain coins and bullion as legal tender.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1283 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the exemption from certain registration and licensing requirements and taxes for certain businesses and employees who enter this state in response to a disaster or emergency.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1313 84-0 (2015)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Villalba, Jason
Relating to the names of certain businesses.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 1323 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to fees paid to certain credit services organizations in connection with certain extensions of consumer credit.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1389 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the border commerce coordinator.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1392 84-0 (2015)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to service contracts, vehicle protection products and loss damage waivers for heavy equipment; requiring an occupational license; expanding the applicability of an occupational license.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
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 1450 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to water quality improvement and pollution reduction through beverage container recycling incentives; assessing a fee; providing penalties; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1538 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to exclusivity agreements between telecommunications services providers and property owners.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1541 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to certain reporting requirements for taxable entities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1550 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the provision of bags to customers of a business at the point of sale.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1553 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the interests of certain holding companies in certain repair facilities.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
SB 1594 84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the allocation of certain amounts transferred to the state highway fund to designated corridors of commerce.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 1596 84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to authorizing certain private schools to charge fees for processing or handling certain payments or payment transactions.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1617 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to municipal regulation of passenger transportation for compensation.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1618 84-0 (2015)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to certain nicotine products other than cigarettes or tobacco products, including the sale or marketing of nicotine products to minors, the possession or use of those nicotine products by minors, and to delivery sales of those nicotine products; creating an offense.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
SB 1642 84-0 (2015)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to the transfer of compensation experience for purposes of the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Co-author authorized
SB 1650 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to credit services organizations and extensions of consumer credit, including extensions of consumer credit facilitated by credit services organizations.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1660 84-0 (2015)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to prohibited practices regarding unauthorized recordings.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1713 84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to a voluntary veteran's employment preference for private employers.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1778 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to photo identification requirements for certain stored value card purchases.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1811 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to certain publications of intimate visual material by a business; providing civil penalties.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1821 84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the appraised value of real property of a business that employs honorably discharged veterans.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 1848 84-0 (2015)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to civil liability of shareholders and members of certain legal entities that engage in the trafficking of persons.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
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
SB 1953 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Texas-Mexico Commission.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1956 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to property tax lenders and property tax loans.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1973 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the names of certain businesses.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SJR 35 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation by one or more political subdivisions tangible personal property used by the owner of the property to manufacture, process, or fabricate tangible personal property for ultimate sale.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SJR 60 84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the governing body of a political subdivision to adopt a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion, expressed as a dollar amount, of the market value of real property of a business that employs honorably discharged veterans.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 52 83-0 (2013)
Author: Flynn, DanSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the sale of a cemetery plot; providing penalties; authorizing a fee.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
HB 71 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fletcher, Allen | et. al.
Relating to the classification of automotive repair shops as primarily engaged in retail trade for purposes of the franchise tax.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 93 83-0 (2013)
Author: White, James
Relating to entities that qualify as historically underutilized businesses.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 194 83-0 (2013)
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the consideration of ownership interests of disabled veterans in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 218 83-0 (2013)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to prohibiting the manufacture and sale of certain children's products containing bisphenol-A or certain other substances.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 225 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the imposition of a surcharge for the use of a credit card for payments under a commercial or residential real estate lease.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 244 83-0 (2013)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to requiring photo identification for credit card purchases.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 301 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to manufacturers' inclusion of denatonium benzoate in certain products containing ethylene glycol.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 317 83-0 (2013)
Author: Otto, John | et. al.Sponsor: Paxton, Ken
Relating to the classification of certain entities as primarily engaged in retail trade for purposes of the franchise tax.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Reported from s/c favorably w/o amendments
HB 400 83-0 (2013)
Author: Crownover, Myra | et. al.
Relating to the elimination of smoking in certain workplaces and public places; providing penalties.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 416 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the computation of the franchise tax by a taxable entity engaged in Internet hosting.
House: Ways & Means
Postponed
HB 535 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Yvonne | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the preference given by state agencies to goods offered by bidders in this state or manufactured, produced, or grown in this state or in the United States.
House: State Affairs Senate: Government Organization
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 552 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to consumer debt owed by certain military servicemembers.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
HB 627 83-0 (2013)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to exempting the intrastate manufacture of a firearm, a firearm accessory, or ammunition from federal regulation.
House: Federalism & Fiscal Responsibility, Select
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 664 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gonzales, Larry
Relating to the creation of an entrepreneur-in-residence program in the Texas Economic Development and Tourism Office.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 665 83-0 (2013)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the use of the Texas Enterprise Fund for veterans hospitals.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 737 83-0 (2013)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to the extension of consumer credit to certain members of the Texas National Guard and armed forces of the United States and their dependents; providing a penalty.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 759 83-0 (2013)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the repeal of the prohibition on the sale of motor vehicles on consecutive Saturdays and Sundays.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 762 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to restrictions on disaster remediation contracts following a locally declared disaster.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 819 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Van | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting the investment of retirement system funds in certain private business entities doing business in Iran.
House: Pensions
Considered in Calendars
HB 872 83-0 (2013)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie | et. al.
Relating to exempting the intrastate manufacture of a firearm, a firearm accessory, or ammunition from federal regulation.
House: Federalism & Fiscal Responsibility, Select
Left pending in committee
HB 886 83-0 (2013)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to restrictions in connection with motor vehicle title loans that a credit access business obtains for a consumer or assists a consumer in obtaining.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
HB 944 83-0 (2013)
Author: Riddle, DebbieSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to an exemption from license requirements for a limited number of sales of manufactured housing.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 948 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Susan | et. al.
Relating to the operation and administration of the supplemental nutrition assistance program.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 954 83-0 (2013)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to eligibility requirements for businesses for the receipt of certain public subsidies.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 959 83-0 (2013)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to historically underutilized businesses and the preference given for goods and services purchased by state agencies; providing penalties.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Referred to Government Efficiency & Reform
HB 963 83-0 (2013)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to applicability of the Fair Practices of Equipment Manufacturers, Distributors, Wholesalers, and Dealers Act.
House: Economic & Small Business Development - S/C Manufacturing
Referred directly to s/c on Manufacturing by chair
HB 1040 83-0 (2013)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to the repayment of certain extensions of consumer credit facilitated by a credit access business.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
HB 1043 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lewis, Tryon | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the offense of the unauthorized duplication of certain recordings.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
HB 1087 83-0 (2013)
Author: Giddings, Helen
Relating to authorizing the placement of a security freeze on the consumer file or other record created or maintained by a consumer reporting agency regarding a person under 16 years of age.
House: Business & Industry
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1130 83-0 (2013)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to development regulations for certain unincorporated areas located near the Tornillo-Guadalupe Port of Entry; providing a penalty.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1200 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to access to certain facilities by search and rescue dogs and their handlers; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1233 83-0 (2013)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to the documentary fee charged in connection with the sale of certain recreational vehicles and boats.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1254 83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to transactions involving the assignment of rights in an individual's legal claim; authorizing the imposition of a fee.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 1256 83-0 (2013)
Author: Stephenson, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the donation of office space owned by a legislator or a legislator's business for use as the legislator's district office.
House: Elections Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1316 83-0 (2013)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to exempting the first $1 million from total revenue for purposes of the franchise tax.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1346 83-0 (2013)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the collection and recycling of computer and television equipment by certain retailers; providing for the imposition of administrative penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 1397 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to exempting the first $1 million from total revenue for purposes of the franchise tax.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1445 83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the distribution of certain civil penalties and civil restitution received by the attorney general.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1451 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gonzalez, Naomi
Relating to a program encouraging credit unions to make microloans to victims of domestic violence.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
HB 1489 83-0 (2013)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to prepaid funeral benefits contracts; authorizing a fee.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1532 83-0 (2013)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to the approval requirement for a rental-purchase agreement that includes a loss damage waiver provision.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1540 83-0 (2013)
Author: Pitts, Jim
Relating to the prosecution of certain criminal offenses involving theft or involving fraud or other deceptive practices.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1581 83-0 (2013)
Author: Riddle, Debbie
Relating to the designation of an agent or office for service of process, notice, or demand by a person doing business under an assumed name.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 1595 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miller, Doug | et. al.
Relating to litigation financing transactions; authorizing the imposition of a fee.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1624 83-0 (2013)
Author: Cortez, PhilipSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the assumed name of a series limited liability company.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1649 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the regulation of crafted precious metals dealers.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1668 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carter, Stefani
Relating to a franchise tax credit for certain taxable entities that recruit new taxable entities to this state or that relocate to this state.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 1715 83-0 (2013)
Author: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to limitations on the renewal of deferred presentment transactions and motor vehicle title loans.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
HB 1723 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the redemption of certain stored value cards, including gift cards, for cash.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1742 83-0 (2013)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to the release by a lender of insurance proceeds for damage to residential real property.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
HB 1747 83-0 (2013)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to a packaging notice for new firearms and firearm ammunition; imposing a criminal penalty.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 1855 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miller, Doug
Relating to mandatory disclosure of third-party litigation financing agreements.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 1859 83-0 (2013)
Author: Crownover, Myra
Relating to security interests in oil and gas production and its proceeds.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 1887 83-0 (2013)
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.
Relating to consumer protection for and remedies available to a veteran who buys a home that does not comply with certain warranties; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1894 83-0 (2013)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the adoption of the Uniform Trade Secrets Act.
House: Technology
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1910 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to the purchase of plastic bulk merchandise containers by certain businesses; providing a civil penalty.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 1928 83-0 (2013)
Author: Oliveira, René
Relating to social purposes of a for-profit corporation and the consideration of social purposes and other interests by officers and directors of a for-profit corporation.
House: Business & Industry
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1978 83-0 (2013)
Author: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to financing statements and other records under the secured transactions law.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 1982 83-0 (2013)
Author: Murphy, JimSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the enterprise zone program.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2019 83-0 (2013)
Author: Craddick, Tom | et. al.
Relating to a limitation on the total charges in connection with certain extensions of consumer credit facilitated by a credit services organization.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2051 83-0 (2013)
Author: Villalba, Jason | et. al.Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the authority of public institutions of higher education to make certain investments to support technology commercialization.
House: Economic & Small Business Development - S/C Manufacturing Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
HB 2061 83-0 (2013)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to a tax credit for investment in certain communities; imposing a monetary penalty; authorizing a fee.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 2180 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to lender notice to contractors regarding a construction loan or financing agreement for the improvement of real property and related procedures for suspending contractors' and subcontractors' performance.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 2210 83-0 (2013)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to information required to be displayed for the transfer of a manufactured home.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2252 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ashby, TrentSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to eligibility of charitable organizations to participate in a state employee charitable campaign.
House: State Affairs Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2268 83-0 (2013)
Author: Frullo, John | et. al.Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to search warrants issued in this state and other states for certain customer data, communications, and other related information held in electronic storage in this state and other states by providers of electronic communications services and remote computing services.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 2326 83-0 (2013)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to creating a disadvantaged business assistance program to be operated by the Texas Department of Transportation.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 2353 83-0 (2013)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to exempting the intrastate production of goods and the intrastate provision of services from federal regulation.
House: Federalism & Fiscal Responsibility, Select
Referred to Federalism & Fiscal Responsibility, Select
HB 2355 83-0 (2013)
Author: White, James
Relating to a study comparing the business environments of Texas and Louisiana.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 2370 83-0 (2013)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from the franchise tax for a limited period following the relocation of a taxable entity to this state from another state.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2416 83-0 (2013)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the provision of bags to customers of a business at the point of sale.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2425 83-0 (2013)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the form, content, and provision of payoff statements for property tax loans.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2427 83-0 (2013)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the reporting of information regarding certain medical debt of a consumer.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
HB 2462 83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to automobile club memberships offered in connection with certain motor vehicle retail installment contracts.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2467 83-0 (2013)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act; authorizing a fee.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2482 83-0 (2013)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.Sponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to a study to determine the reasons major manufacturers have chosen to invest in other states after considering development in this state.
House: Economic & Small Business Development - S/C Manufacturing Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 2486 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the sale or disposal of scrap tires; providing a civil penalty; creating an offense.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 2521 83-0 (2013)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to a project authorized to be undertaken by a Type B economic development corporation in connection with housing.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2526 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the provision of construction documents to certain purchasers of newly constructed homes.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2527 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to disclosure of the nature and remediation of construction defects in residences that certain contractors repurchase because of the defects and subsequently resell.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2532 83-0 (2013)
Author: Workman, Paul | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the regulation of propane distribution system retailers; authorizing a fee.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2539 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, Wendy
Relating to requiring computer technicians to report images of child pornography; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2597 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the regulation of debt collection agencies and credit bureaus; providing civil penalties; authorizing a fee.
House: Investments & Financial Services
No action taken in committee
HB 2622 83-0 (2013)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of a low-profit limited liability company.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
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 2690 83-0 (2013)
Author: Elkins, GarySponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the sale of a vehicle by an unlicensed seller; creating an offense.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2696 83-0 (2013)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to requiring a home inspection report as a condition of a residential service contract.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2706 83-0 (2013)
Author: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to certain extensions of consumer credit facilitated by credit access businesses; providing a civil penalty.
House: Investments & Financial Services
No action taken in committee
HB 2717 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to an insurer that establishes or significantly expands physical operations in this state; authorizing a premium tax credit.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2780 83-0 (2013)
Author: Elkins, Gary | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of research technology corporations by institutions of higher education; providing for tax exemptions.
House: Technology Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
HB 2856 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the regulation of immigration assistance services; providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: State Affairs
No action taken 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 2861 83-0 (2013)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to certain business entities engaged in the publication, republication, or other dissemination of mug shots and other information regarding the involvement of an individual in the criminal justice system; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 2923 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to the establishment of a program for the collection, transportation, and recycling of architectural paint.
House: Environmental Regulation
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3041 83-0 (2013)
Author: Oliveira, René
Relating to the sale of event tickets; providing penalties.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 3162 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, John | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the Texas emerging technology fund; redesignating the fund as the Texas Research Technology Fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 3169 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bohac, DwayneSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the imposition of the sales and use tax on certain taxable items.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 3180 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to eligibility of business entities to receive funding under the Texas Enterprise Fund, the Texas small business incubator fund, or the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 3223 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ratliff, Bennett
Relating to municipal sales and use tax remittances by certain retailers.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3242 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to roofing contractors; creating an offense.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
No action taken in committee
HB 3345 83-0 (2013)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to prohibited discrimination in the sale of distilled spirits to holders of wholesaler's permits.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 3396 83-0 (2013)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the rendition of certain property.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3425 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lavender, George
Relating to travel information centers operated by the Texas Department of Transportation.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 3433 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fletcher, AllenSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the regulation of certain private security companies and occupations; creating an offense.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 3469 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the contents of a receipt for motor fuel sold at retail; providing a penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 3506 83-0 (2013)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to the certification of businesses in this state as Made in Texas; providing civil and administrative penalties; authorizing a fee.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3541 83-0 (2013)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the sale and distribution of certain alcoholic beverages.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 3554 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the business of travel insurance; authorizing penalties.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
HB 3558 83-0 (2013)
Author: Oliveira, René
Relating to intra-industry relationships between alcoholic beverage manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 3566 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kleinschmidt, TimSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the regulation of advertising by structural pest control businesses.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 3576 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the application of the law of this state to certain Internet contracts.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3627 83-0 (2013)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to civil liability for promotion of certain improper visual images.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 3716 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to promotional items provided by manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors of alcoholic beverages to retailers.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3736 83-0 (2013)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the sale of newly constructed homes and requiring the Texas Real Estate Commission to adopt contract forms to be used in the sale of a newly constructed home.
House: Business & Industry
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3750 83-0 (2013)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the destruction of the records of businesses, state and local governments, and nonprofit entities stored on copy machines; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 3828 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to restrictions on tax and fee benefits for certain private entities that outsource jobs to foreign countries; changing taxes and fees.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3849 83-0 (2013)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to the enhancement of Texas' international bridges and border crossings to better service international cargo and passenger traffic.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
HB 3852 83-0 (2013)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to information technologies to enhance the efficiency, useful life and global competitiveness of Texas' international commercial freight infrastructure.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
HB 3853 83-0 (2013)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to the promotion of Texas energy products, services and technologies in the global marketplace.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
HB 3854 83-0 (2013)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to the promotion of Texas products and services in the global marketplace.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
HB 3856 83-0 (2013)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to building workforce skills to compete for trade-related jobs, business opportunities and investment.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
HJR 112 83-0 (2013)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie
Proposing a constitutional amendment limiting the authority of the state to collect, receive, store, or share certain personal financial information.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 86 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to the elimination of smoking in certain workplaces and public places; providing penalties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
SB 116 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the consideration of ownership interests of disabled veterans in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs
SB 155 83-0 (2013)
Author: Patrick, Dan
Relating to a limitation on increases in the appraised value for ad valorem tax purposes of commercial or industrial real property.
Senate: Finance
Referred to s/c on Fiscal Matters by Chair
SB 289 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to the approval requirement for a rental-purchase agreement that includes a loss damage waiver provision.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 295 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to lender notice to contractors regarding a construction loan or financing agreement for the improvement of real property and related procedures for suspending contractors' and subcontractors' performance.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 297 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Flynn, Dan
Relating to prepaid funeral benefits contracts.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 304 83-0 (2013)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to requiring solar panels to be offered by certain builders of new homes.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 327 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to termination of franchises to provide cable or video service in municipalities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 328 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Gonzales, Larry
Relating to entrepreneurs-in-residence at state agencies.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 381 83-0 (2013)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Oliveira, René
Relating to the misuse of the name or symbols of the division of workers' compensation of the Texas Department of Insurance in a deceptive manner.
House: Business & Industry Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 459 83-0 (2013)
Author: RodrÃguez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Isaac, Jason | et. al.
Relating to the sale, installation, storage, transportation, and disposal of scrap, unsafe, or used tires; providing a civil penalty; creating an offense.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 461 83-0 (2013)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to development regulations for certain unincorporated areas located near the Tornillo-Guadalupe Port of Entry; providing a penalty.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 474 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to financing statements and other records under the secured transactions law.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 539 83-0 (2013)
Author: Paxton, Ken
Relating to the classification of certain entities as primarily engaged in retail trade for purposes of the franchise tax.
Senate: Finance
Referred to s/c on Fiscal Matters by Chair
SB 575 83-0 (2013)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the offense of the unauthorized duplication of certain recordings.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 594 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to exempting the first $1 million from total revenue for purposes of the franchise tax.
Senate: Finance
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute
SB 601 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the availability of certain payment plans for residential electric customers.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 635 83-0 (2013)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the distribution of certain civil penalties and civil restitution received by the attorney general.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
SB 699 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Villalba, Jason
Relating to the contents of an assumed name certificate filed by certain businesses or professionals.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 821 83-0 (2013)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Pitts, Jim
Relating to the prosecution of certain criminal offenses involving theft or involving fraud or other deceptive practices.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 849 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Oliveira, René
Relating to social purposes of a for-profit corporation and the consideration of social purposes and other interests by officers and directors of a for-profit corporation.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 875 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Smith, Wayne
Relating to the purchase of plastic bulk merchandise containers by certain businesses; providing a civil penalty.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 883 83-0 (2013)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Smith, Wayne
Relating to promotional items provided by manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors of alcoholic beverages to retailers.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 927 83-0 (2013)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the regulation of and disclosures regarding consumer lawsuit lending transactions.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 953 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Elkins, Gary | et. al.
Relating to the adoption of the Uniform Trade Secrets Act.
House: Technology Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1010 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to access to certain facilities by search and rescue dogs and their handlers; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1033 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Villalba, Jason
Relating to the registration and use of marks, including trademarks and service marks.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1052 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Frullo, John | et. al.
Relating to search warrants issued in this state and other states for certain customer data, communications, and other information held in electronic storage in this state and other states by providers of electronic communications services and remote computing services.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
House passage as amended reported
SB 1090 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to the manufacture, distribution, sale, and provision of alcoholic beverages and the regulation of those activities.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1094 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to security interests in oil and gas production and its proceeds.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 1155 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the authority of counties to nominate projects in the extraterritorial jurisdictions of certain municipalities for designation as enterprise projects.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 1190 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to requiring computer technicians to report images of child pornography; providing a criminal penalty.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
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 1247 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to credit services organizations and extensions of consumer credit facilitated by credit services organizations; providing civil and administrative penalties.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1283 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to transactions involving the assignment of rights in an individual's legal claim; authorizing the imposition of a fee.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1286 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the regulation of professional employer services; authorizing fees.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1289 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to certain business entities engaged in the publication of mug shots and other information regarding the involvement of an individual in the criminal justice system; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1293 83-0 (2013)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to creating a disadvantaged business assistance program to be operated by the Texas Department of Transportation.
Senate: Transportation
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1294 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, WendySponsor: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to the awarding of contracts by the Texas Department of Transportation to private sector providers.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1345 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the sale and distribution of certain alcoholic beverages.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
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 1476 83-0 (2013)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Sheffield, Ralph | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the veteran entrepreneur program by the Texas Veterans Commission.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
SB 1504 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the imposition of the sales and use tax on taxable items sold or provided under certain contracts.
Senate: Finance
Referred to s/c on Fiscal Matters by Chair
SB 1508 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Workman, Paul
Relating to the rendition of certain property for ad valorem tax purposes.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/14
SB 1516 83-0 (2013)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the on-premises consumption of certain alcoholic beverages; providing a penalty and authorizing a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1518 83-0 (2013)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the computation of the franchise tax by a taxable entity engaged in Internet hosting.
Senate: Finance
Referred to s/c on Fiscal Matters by Chair
SB 1533 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Ratliff, Bennett
Relating to municipal sales and use tax remittances by certain retailers.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/13
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 1557 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to business and nonprofit organization participation in supporting early college high schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1618 83-0 (2013)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to public school accountability, including assessment, and curriculum requirements.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 1640 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the allocation of enterprise project designations during a biennium.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
SB 1672 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the business of travel insurance; authorizing penalties.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1682 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to certain ethics requirements applicable to state agencies, including required disclosures by state contractors.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1776 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to prohibited discrimination in the sale of distilled spirits to holders of wholesaler's permits.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1785 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a study conducted by the School Health Advisory Committee regarding commercial advertisements on public school property.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SJR 14 83-0 (2013)
Author: Patrick, Dan
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to limit the maximum appraised value of commercial or industrial real property for ad valorem tax purposes to 110 percent or more of the appraised value of the property for the preceding tax year.
Senate: Finance
Referred to s/c on Fiscal Matters by Chair
SJR 41 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing that certain fees charged in connection with certain consumer loans are attributable to the lender and included in the computation of interest for purposes of regulating interest rates.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 44 83-1 (2013)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to the Texas emerging technology fund; redesignating the fund as the Texas Research Technology Fund.
Filed
HCR 9 83-1 (2013)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Approving H.B. No. 2138 notwithstanding the objections of the governor.
Filed
HB 43 83-2 (2013)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to the Texas emerging technology fund; redesignating the fund as the Texas Research Technology Fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 33 82-0 (2011)
Author: Branch, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to measures to increase the affordability of textbooks used for courses at public or private institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 55 82-0 (2011)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the use of the Texas Enterprise Fund for veterans hospitals.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 129 82-0 (2011)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to prohibiting the manufacture and sale of certain children's products containing bisphenol-A or certain other substances.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 145 82-0 (2011)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie | et. al.
Relating to exempting the intrastate manufacture of a firearm, a firearm accessory, or ammunition from federal regulation.
House: State Sovereignty, Select
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 202 82-0 (2011)
Author: Solomons, Burt | et. al.
Relating to requiring state contractors to participate in the federal electronic verification of work authorization program, or E-verify.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 237 82-0 (2011)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to the composition of the Finance Commission of Texas.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 269 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
No action taken in committee
HB 298 82-0 (2011)
Author: Berman, Leo | et. al.
Relating to exempting the intrastate manufacture of a firearm, a firearm accessory, or ammunition from federal regulation.
House: State Sovereignty, Select
Left pending in committee
HB 303 82-0 (2011)
Author: Berman, Leo
Relating to the imposition of a fee for money transmissions sent to certain destinations outside the United States.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 376 82-0 (2011)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to use of a credit score by a business or lender.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 389 82-0 (2011)
Author: Cook, Byron
Relating to the purchase of plastic bulk merchandise containers by certain businesses; providing a civil penalty.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 397 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gonzales, Veronica | et. al.Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Bureau for Economic Development of the Border Region.
House: Border & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: International Relations & Trade
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 429 82-0 (2011)
Author: Fletcher, Allen | et. al.
Relating to the classification of automotive repair shops as primarily engaged in retail trade for purposes of the franchise tax.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 430 82-0 (2011)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to the provision of payment history information to consumer reporting agencies.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 437 82-0 (2011)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to manufacturers' inclusion of denatonium benzoate in certain products containing ethylene glycol.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 465 82-0 (2011)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to abolishing the Texas Enterprise Fund, the Texas emerging technology fund, the Pan American Games trust fund, the Olympic Games trust fund, and a major events trust fund, a motor sports racing trust fund, and an events trust fund for sporting and non-sporting events.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 466 82-0 (2011)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the authority to enter into certain agreements relating to the Texas Enterprise Fund, the Texas emerging technology fund, or certain trust funds for sporting and non-sporting events and the money in those funds.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 582 82-0 (2011)
Author: Button, Angie
Relating to eligibility requirements for businesses for the receipt of certain public subsidies.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 612 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hopson, ChuckSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the criminal penalty for failure of a trustee to pay the beneficiaries of the trust the purchase price for timber sold by the trustee.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 613 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hopson, Chuck | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the unauthorized harvesting of standing timber; providing for the imposition of a criminal penalty.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 670 82-0 (2011)
Author: Crownover, Myra | et. al.
Relating to the elimination of smoking in certain workplaces and public places; providing penalties.
House: Public Health
Postponed
HB 757 82-0 (2011)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the sale and consumption in this state of raw oysters harvested from Texas waters.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Left pending in committee
HB 765 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to restrictions on the prices of certain consumer goods and services during an abnormal disruption of the market.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 785 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to restrictions on the use of state funds to benefit private entities that outsource jobs to foreign countries.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 802 82-0 (2011)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate door-to-door solicitation and sales by an alarm systems company.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 883 82-0 (2011)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to minimum efficiency standards for certain products; providing a civil penalty.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 888 82-0 (2011)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to historically underutilized businesses owned by disabled veterans for purposes of state contracting.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 897 82-0 (2011)
Author: Howard, Charlie
Relating to restrictions on the automatic renewal of contracts.
House: Business & Industry
Considered in Calendars
HB 949 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to consumer goods and services covered under the Texas Telemarketing Disclosure and Privacy Act.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 951 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Rural Development Fund and to the establishment, operation, and funding of certain programs for rural economic development.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 953 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to consumer debt owed by certain military servicemembers.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 972 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hartnett, Will
Relating to the cancellation of travel club membership agreements; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 989 82-0 (2011)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the listing of a business location of certain businesses in print advertisements or on Internet websites.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1021 82-0 (2011)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to considering ownership interests of disabled persons in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1052 82-0 (2011)
Author: Patrick, Diane
Relating to criminal background checks on users of online dating services and to disclosures of online dating safety measures; providing a civil penalty.
House: Technology
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1079 82-0 (2011)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to a limitation on increases in the appraised value for ad valorem tax purposes of commercial or industrial real property.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1096 82-0 (2011)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to considering ownership interests of certain disabled veterans in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 1129 82-0 (2011)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to a study by the attorney general of the effects on state law and authority of certain international and other agreements and bodies.
House: State Sovereignty, Select Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1137 82-0 (2011)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the transmission of records regarding over-the-counter sales of ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, and norpseudoephedrine and a person's civil liability for certain acts arising from the sale of those products.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1155 82-0 (2011)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the establishment by the Texas Workforce Commission of a pilot program to create voluntary internship opportunities for certain persons receiving unemployment benefits.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 1170 82-0 (2011)
Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al.
Relating to the computation of the franchise tax by certain taxable entities that rent or lease equipment.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1182 82-0 (2011)
Author: Munoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to disclosure of calorie content and nutrition information by certain food establishments; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 1225 82-0 (2011)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to requirements for private passenger vehicle rental companies regarding child safety seats; providing a penalty.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 1246 82-0 (2011)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the repeal of certain laws regulating the sale or transfer of secondhand watches.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Referred to Government Efficiency & Reform
HB 1300 82-0 (2011)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to funding for state sites and programs of the Parks and Wildlife Department through private contributions and partnerships and to commercial advertising on certain state sites.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1317 82-0 (2011)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to a presumption that certain retailers are engaged in business in this state for the purpose of the use tax.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1358 82-0 (2011)
Author: Howard, Charlie
Relating to the exclusion of certain flow-through funds by qualified courier and logistics companies in determining total revenue for purposes of the franchise tax.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1438 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lewis, Tryon
Relating to service of process on certain domestic and foreign entities for the collection of delinquent property taxes.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1440 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to free trial offers on consumer goods and services.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1442 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne | et. al.
Relating to certain disclosures regarding the terms of a credit card agreement.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 1443 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to prohibiting the use of opt-out notices by businesses to obtain the consent of consumers to transfer or share their personal identifying information.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1444 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to electronic contracts and solicitations offered to consumers for goods or services.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1446 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the regulation of certain commercial mobile service contracts.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1453 82-0 (2011)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to funding for state sites through private contributions and partnerships and to commercial advertising on certain state sites.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism
HB 1560 82-0 (2011)
Author: Scott, ConnieSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the enterprise zone program.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Senate appoints conferees-reported
HB 1592 82-0 (2011)
Author: Legler, Ken
Relating to the members of the State Securities Board.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1617 82-0 (2011)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to uniform law on secured transactions.
House: Business & Industry
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1642 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the sexual assault program fund and to the fee imposed on certain sexually oriented businesses.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1648 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to the purchase of plastic bulk merchandise containers by certain businesses; providing a civil penalty.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 1655 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the preference given by state agencies to goods offered by bidders in this state or manufactured, produced, or grown in this state or in the United States.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1660 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the provision of video programming service to consumers.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1661 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the provision of Internet service to consumers.
House: Technology
Left pending in committee
HB 1711 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, JohnSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to disaster remediation contracts.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1851 82-0 (2011)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to historically underutilized businesses and the preference given for goods and services purchased by state agencies; providing penalties.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1873 82-0 (2011)
Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al.
Relating to business entities and associations.
House: Business & Industry
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1877 82-0 (2011)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the imposition of a fee for certain plastic bags provided to customers by retailers to fund a grant program to support local recycling efforts.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1913 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to requirements for businesses that offer plastic checkout bags to customers.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 1968 82-0 (2011)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to regulation of gas pipelines; providing penalties.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2029 82-0 (2011)
Author: Flynn, DanSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the sale of a cemetery plot; providing penalties.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
No action taken in committee
HB 2086 82-0 (2011)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to deceptive trade practices relating to the advertisement of certain goods.
House: Business & Industry
No action taken in committee
HB 2098 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, JohnSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the authority of physicians and physician assistants to form certain entities.
House: Business & Industry Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 2105 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to employment restrictions on persons awarded certain government contracts or public subsidies; providing a civil penalty.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 2177 82-0 (2011)
Author: Solomons, Burt | et. al.
Relating to certain claims against persons licensed as real estate brokers and salespersons.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2224 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the collection of certain foreclosure data by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2342 82-0 (2011)
Author: Truitt, VickiSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to certain violations of and offenses under The Securities Act; providing penalties.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2393 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to a request by the owner of an ownership interest in a domestic entity that the interest be uncertificated.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 2403 82-0 (2011)
Author: Otto, John | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to retailers engaged in business in this state for purposes of sales and use taxes.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2419 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to toilet accommodations at filling stations; providing penalties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 2468 82-0 (2011)
Author: Phillips, LarrySponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to providing a patron of a pay-to-park or valet parking service with certain information; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2486 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to assignment of rents to holders of certain security interests in real property.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 2510 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lavender, George | et. al.Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to exempting the intrastate manufacture of certain incandescent light bulbs from federal regulation.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 1/1/12
HB 2559 82-0 (2011)
Author: Truitt, VickiSponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to commercial motor vehicle installment sales.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2580 82-0 (2011)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to certain investments by insurance companies and related organizations.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2593 82-0 (2011)
Author: Truitt, Vicki | et. al.
Relating to certain restrictions on deferred presentment transactions and motor vehicle certificate of title loans that a credit services organization obtains for a consumer or assists a consumer in obtaining.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Postponed
HB 2620 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to communications services and markets.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2621 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to deregulation of certain telecommunications markets and companies.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2719 82-0 (2011)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al.
Relating to the clarification of the circumstances under which a retailer is considered to be engaged in business in this state, and the information required to be provided by certain retailers, for purposes of the collection of sales and use taxes.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2750 82-0 (2011)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to subcontracting opportunities for historically underutilized businesses under certain state purchasing contracts.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2793 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hunter, ToddSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the processing fee charged for a dishonored payment device.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2813 82-0 (2011)
Author: Christian, Wayne | et. al.
Relating to requiring the comptroller to provide notice to a person who will be regarded as a retailer or seller for purposes of sales and use tax.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2846 82-0 (2011)
Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al.
Relating to certain procedures and civil penalties under the Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2953 82-0 (2011)
Author: Cain, Erwin
Relating to the state agency concurrence required before certain federal regulatory action is imposed on regulated business entities in this state.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Meeting cancelled
HB 2990 82-0 (2011)
Author: Deshotel, JoeSponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the electronic storage of personal identification information obtained from driver's licenses or personal identification certificates.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 2991 82-0 (2011)
Author: Deshotel, JoeSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to a determination of the reasonable relation of certain transactions to particular jurisdictions.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2992 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to planning and administration of the state's historically underutilized business program.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Referred to Government Efficiency & Reform
HB 3004 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nash, BarbaraSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to prepaid funeral benefits contracts and the prepaid funeral contract guaranty fund.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 3011 82-0 (2011)
Author: Giddings, Helen
Relating to prohibiting the use or retention of zip codes obtained by businesses in verifying the identity of customers; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3040 82-0 (2011)
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.
Relating to lender notice to contractors regarding a construction loan or financing agreement for the improvement of real property and related procedures for suspending contractors' and subcontractors' performance.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3045 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the regulation of the location of pawnshops in certain counties.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
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 3140 82-0 (2011)
Author: Paxton, Ken
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to create economic development programs and provide loans or grants for those programs; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3141 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hartnett, WillSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the registration and protection of trademarks.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 3174 82-0 (2011)
Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al.Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the stay of recognition or enforcement of a foreign country judgment to allow for de novo review of a contract or agreement for a sale, offer for sale, or sell under The Securities Act.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
HB 3210 82-0 (2011)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the documentary fee charged in retail installment transactions for the sale of certain vehicles.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 3236 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hernandez Luna, Ana
Relating to requirements for businesses that offer plastic checkout bags to customers; providing civil and administrative penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 3243 82-0 (2011)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to a merchant's duty to cooperate with a law enforcement investigation of fraudulent or unauthorized use of a credit or debit card or other access device.
House: Business & Industry
No action taken in committee
HB 3244 82-0 (2011)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to shareholder standing to institute or maintain a derivative proceeding after a merger.
House: Business & Industry
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3291 82-0 (2011)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to a deceptive act or practice in connection with a consumer's health benefit plan benefits.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
HB 3322 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to covenants not to compete.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3326 82-0 (2011)
Author: Woolley, Beverly
Relating to the classification of certain entities as primarily engaged in retail trade for purposes of the franchise tax.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 3356 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to the state's historically underutilized business program, including the establishment of a contractor point system.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3392 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miller, Doug
Relating to disclosures and termination fees by certain businesses providing credit card processing services.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 3417 82-0 (2011)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to state fiscal matters regarding business and economic development.
House: Appropriations
Left pending in committee
HB 3476 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carter, Stefani
Relating to a franchise tax credit for certain taxable entities that recruit new taxable entities to this state or that relocate to this state.
House: Ways & Means
No action taken in committee
HB 3502 82-0 (2011)
Author: Raymond, Richard Pena
Relating to the regulation of crafted precious metal dealers and dealerships; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3529 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the regulation of debt collection agencies and credit bureaus.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3584 82-0 (2011)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Technology
Referred to Technology
HB 3672 82-0 (2011)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to requiring the comptroller to provide notice to a person who will be regarded as a retailer or seller for purposes of sales and use tax.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3685 82-0 (2011)
Author: Aliseda, Jose
Relating to the collection and distribution of sales taxes and the hours of operation for certain retailers.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HJR 82 82-0 (2011)
Author: King, Phil
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to limit the maximum appraised value of commercial or industrial real property for ad valorem tax purposes to 110 percent or more of the appraised value of the property for the preceding tax year.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 68 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to contracting issues of state agencies, including ethics issues related to state contracting.
Senate: Government Organization
Left pending in committee
SB 171 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to disclosure of calorie content and nutrition information by certain food establishments; providing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 249 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Orr, Rob
Relating to the composition of the Finance Commission of Texas.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 326 82-0 (2011)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain tangible personal property stored temporarily at a location in this state.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 347 82-0 (2011)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the creation of the Texas Center for Sustainable Business.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 355 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to the elimination of smoking in certain workplaces and public places; providing penalties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 362 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the presumed abandonment date for stored value cards.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 387 82-0 (2011)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the sale and consumption in this state of raw oysters harvested from Texas waters.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 392 82-0 (2011)
Author: Patrick, Dan
Relating to the classification of certain entities as primarily engaged in retail trade for purposes of the franchise tax.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 457 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to minimum efficiency standards for certain products; providing a civil penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 474 82-0 (2011)
Author: Patrick, Dan | et. al.
Relating to a limitation on increases in the appraised value for ad valorem tax purposes of commercial or industrial real property.
Senate: Finance
Co-author authorized
SB 476 82-0 (2011)
Author: Patrick, Dan
Relating to the classification of automotive repair shops as primarily engaged in retail trade for purposes of the franchise tax.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 488 82-0 (2011)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Patrick, Diane
Relating to criminal background checks on users of online dating services and to disclosures of online dating safety measures; providing a civil penalty.
House: Technology Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 582 82-0 (2011)
Author: Harris, Chris | et. al.Sponsor: Lewis, Tryon
Relating to service of process on certain domestic and foreign entities for the collection of delinquent property taxes.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/11
