HB 441 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Ray
Relating to providing notice to a state representative and senator of an administrative penalty assessed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 618 88-0 (2023)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the treatment, recycling for beneficial use, or disposal of drill cuttings.
House: Energy Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| Environment--Recycling | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas
HB 981 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Ray | et. al.
Relating to providing notice to a state representative and senator of certain administrative actions of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 1093 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cunningham, Charles
Relating to planning and financial responsibility requirements for certain aggregate production operations; providing for the imposition of an administrative penalty.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
HB 1260 88-0 (2023)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to the cleaning of a structure used to grow oysters for cultivated oyster mariculture.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism
| Environment--Water | MARICULTURE | OYSTERS | Parks & Wildlife--General
HB 1360 88-0 (2023)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny | et. al.
Relating to a required online posting of certain environmental and water use permit applications.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Air | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | PERMITS | Water--Rights
HB 1687 88-0 (2023)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the regulation of certain aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; authorizing an increase in the amount of a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
No action taken in committee
| BONDS | City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
HB 1688 88-0 (2023)
Author: Murr, AndrewSponsor: Flores, Pete
Relating to water quality protection areas.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | JUNCTION, CITY OF | KIMBLE COUNTY | LOWER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | Water--General
HB 1721 88-0 (2023)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the regulation of oil and gas waste; imposing a fee.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Taxation--Sales | Water--General
HB 1777 88-0 (2023)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the regulation by the Railroad Commission of Texas of closed-loop geothermal injection wells.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| Energy--General | Energy--Geothermal | Environment--Water | INJECTION WELLS | Mines & Mineral Resources | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 1845 88-0 (2023)
Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the licensing requirements for certain operators of wastewater systems and public water systems.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 1889 88-0 (2023)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony
Relating to a study of seawater desalination processes used in Israel and the feasibility of using similar processes in Texas.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| DESALINATION | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Interim Studies | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 1929 88-0 (2023)
Author: Leo Wilson, Terri | et. al.
Relating to the adoption of rules concerning certain on-site sewage disposal systems.
House: Environmental Regulation
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GULF OF MEXICO | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 2255 88-0 (2023)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to the regulation and operation of an interactive water feature or fountain.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Environment--Water | Health--General | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2369 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, Stan
Relating to publishing on an Internet website notices concerning certain National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--General | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 2437 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the regulation, monitoring, and enforcement of matters under the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; authorizing the assessment or increase of civil and administrative penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2757 88-0 (2023)
Author: Tepper, Carl
Relating to funding and activities of the Texas Produced Water Consortium.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | PRODUCED WATER CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | State Finances--Management & Control | Water--Development
HB 2827 88-0 (2023)
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.
Relating to the permitting of and performance of annual soil tests for certain concentrated animal feeding operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Animals | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LITTER | PERMITS | TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE
HB 2941 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas to require water pollution abatement plans for certain pipelines; providing for the imposition of a civil penalty.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PIPELINE SAFETY | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3193 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the information relied on by certain agencies for purposes of rules involving estimates of the intensity, duration, and frequency of rainfall in this state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3232 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rogers, GlennSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the suspension of an enforcement action against a regional water supply, sewer, or wastewater treatment service for a violation committed by a retail public utility being integrated into the regional service.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3300 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to the release of a balloon; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | LITTER
HB 3309 88-0 (2023)
Author: Ashby, Trent
Relating to a prohibition on the issuance by the Railroad Commission of Texas of a permit for certain commercial surface disposal facilities.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| Environment--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3604 88-0 (2023)
Author: Vasut, CodySponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the cleaning of a structure used to grow oysters for cultivated oyster mariculture.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| AQUACULTURE | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MARICULTURE | OYSTERS | PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION | Parks & Wildlife--General | PERMITS
HB 3666 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to judicial review of certain permitting decisions made by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Courts--General | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3810 88-0 (2023)
Author: Landgraf, BrooksSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to certain notices provided to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality by public water supply systems.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | PUBLIC NOTICE | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3884 88-0 (2023)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to the regulation and management of produced water from oil and gas operations.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3995 88-0 (2023)
Author: Troxclair, Ellen
Relating to the regulatory authority of certain counties to protect the operations of military installations.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
| County Government--General | County Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Water | Military & Veterans | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | TRINITY AQUIFER
HB 4072 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the verification disclosure of the contents of oil and gas waste stored in pits at commercial oil and gas waste disposal facilities.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| Environment--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 4119 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to procedural requirements for uranium mining production area authorizations.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS
HB 4120 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the inspection of the location of a proposed Class I injection well.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| ENGINEERS & ENGINEERING | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GEOSCIENCES, GEOLOGISTS & GEOPHYSICISTS | INJECTION WELLS | PERMITS
HB 4144 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the regulation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the discharge of preproduction plastic.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LITTER
HB 4256 88-0 (2023)
Author: Murr, AndrewSponsor: Blanco, César
Relating to the establishment of a grant program to plug leaking water wells in certain counties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RAILROAD COMMISSION | State Finances--Management & Control | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
HB 4320 88-0 (2023)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny | et. al.
Relating to the disclosure of certain chemicals included in hydraulic fracturing treatments.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Health--General | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Safety
HB 4360 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rogers, Glenn
Relating to the inventory and inspection of certain converted wells.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Water--General
HB 4373 88-0 (2023)
Author: Canales, TerrySponsor: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the procedure by which a regional water planning group is required to make the regional water plan prepared by the group available for public inspection.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Business & Commerce
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | Environment--Water | INTERNET | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 4489 88-0 (2023)
Author: Harris, Cody
Relating to air quality complaints concerning and violations for odors emanating from poultry facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Agriculture | Animals | Environment--Air | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, TEXAS STATE
HB 4551 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to a required water quality permit for construction of a high-speed rail project.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Transportation--Mass Transit | Transportation--Railroads
HB 4818 88-0 (2023)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the provision of financial assistance by the Texas Water Development Board for certain projects.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 4820 88-0 (2023)
Author: Orr, Angelia | et. al.Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the eligibility requirements for grants under programs of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General
HB 4872 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rogers, Glenn | et. al.
Relating to the reporting and plugging of certain wells.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 4891 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rogers, Glenn
Relating to the joint planning of desired future conditions in groundwater management areas.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Water--Development
HB 4907 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to capturing and storing carbon dioxide.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--Air | Environment--Water | INJECTION WELLS | NUISANCES | STORAGE TANKS
HB 4957 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the regulation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the discharge of preproduction plastic.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 5313 88-0 (2023)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to receivership of the Agua Special Utility District and requirements for candidates for the board of directors of the Agua Special Utility District.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| AGUA SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT | ATTORNEY GENERAL | Courts--General | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HJR 169 88-0 (2023)
Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the dedication of certain sales and use tax revenue to a special fund established in the state treasury to pay for water infrastructure in this state.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Water | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | State Finances--Management & Control | Taxation--Sales | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 223 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to public meetings held by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on the permitting of wastewater treatment facilities.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Co-author authorized
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Open Meetings | PERMITS
SB 226 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the use of green stormwater infrastructure in new state buildings.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| BUILDING CONSTRUCTION | Environment--Water | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 502 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.Sponsor: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the treatment, recycling for beneficial use, or disposal of drill cuttings.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
| Environment--Recycling | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas
SB 650 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the licensing requirements for certain operators of wastewater systems and public water systems.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Co-author authorized
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 786 88-0 (2023)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the regulation by the Railroad Commission of Texas of closed-loop geothermal injection wells.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/23
| Energy--General | Energy--Geothermal | Environment--Water | INJECTION WELLS | Mines & Mineral Resources | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 813 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.Sponsor: Lopez, Ray | et. al.
Relating to providing notice to a state representative and senator of certain administrative actions of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Vetoed by the Governor
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | PUBLIC NOTICE
SB 890 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the use of certain weapons in or on the bed or bank of a navigable river or stream in certain counties.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| CHILDRESS COUNTY | COTTLE COUNTY | Environment--Water | FOARD COUNTY | HALL COUNTY | MOTLEY COUNTY | Weapons
SB 1027 88-0 (2023)
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
Relating to the adoption of rules concerning certain on-site sewage disposal systems.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GULF OF MEXICO | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 1047 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Tepper, Carl | et. al.
Relating to funding and activities of the Texas Produced Water Consortium.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | PRODUCED WATER CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | State Finances--Management & Control | Water--Development
SB 1186 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the regulation by the Railroad Commission of Texas of brine mining.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | INJECTION WELLS | Mines & Mineral Resources | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Water--General
SB 1188 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to receivership of the Agua Special Utility District and requirements for directors of the Agua Special Utility District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/23
| AGUA SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT | ATTORNEY GENERAL | Courts--General | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 1289 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the disposal of reclaimed wastewater.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General
SB 1290 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to a study of the effects of the installation, operation, removal, and disposal of solar, wind turbine, and energy storage equipment.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Energy--Solar | Energy--Wind | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Interim Studies
SB 1406 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the suspension of an enforcement action against a regional water supply, sewer, or wastewater treatment service for a violation committed by a retail public utility being integrated into the regional service.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 1428 88-0 (2023)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to a prohibition on the issuance by the Railroad Commission of Texas of a permit for certain commercial surface disposal facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 1529 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to notice to property owners regarding certain stationary LP-gas installations.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Energy Resources
| Environment--Water | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas | Property Interests--Real Property | PUBLIC NOTICE | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 1531 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to written objections to the proposed installation or modification of a stationary LP-Gas installation.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Water | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas | Property Interests--Real Property | PUBLIC NOTICE | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 1746 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to an exemption from the requirement to obtain a permit from a groundwater conservation district for certain temporary water wells.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Environment--Water | PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist.
SB 1763 88-0 (2023)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to the cleaning of a structure used to grow oysters for cultivated oyster mariculture.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | MARICULTURE | OYSTERS | Parks & Wildlife--General
SB 2166 88-0 (2023)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the eligibility requirements for grants under programs of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General
SB 2202 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to an assessment of the condition of certain water utilities.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
SB 2291 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the plugging of abandoned or deteriorated water wells; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | WATER WELL DRILLERS & PUMP INSTALLERS | Water--General
SB 2309 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the verification disclosure of the contents of oil and gas waste stored in pits at commercial oil and gas waste disposal facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 2362 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to establishing an advisory board to study surface water and groundwater interaction.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | Interim Studies | Legislature | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | SURFACE WATER & GROUNDWATER INTERACTION ADVISORY BOARD | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 2379 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Harris, Caroline
Relating to aquifer storage and recovery projects that transect a portion of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | TRAVIS COUNTY | Water--General | WILLIAMSON COUNTY
SB 2440 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to a requirement that certain plats for the subdivision of land include evidence of groundwater supply.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 1/1/24
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PLATTING | Property Interests--Real Property | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development
SB 2552 88-0 (2023)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to test gathering requirements for certain wastewater treatment facilities.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 194 88-3 (2023)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to procedural requirements for uranium mining production area authorizations.
Filed
| Environment--Water | Mines & Mineral Resources
HB 195 88-3 (2023)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the inspection of the location of a proposed Class I injection well.
Filed
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS
HB 204 88-3 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the inclusion of a water conservation plan in a petition filed with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality requesting the creation of a municipal utility district.
Filed
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 205 88-3 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the consideration by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of alternative waste collection, treatment, and disposal options before issuing permits to discharge certain waste.
Filed
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 242 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to require water pollution abatement plans from certain facilities regulated by the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 291 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; authorizing an increase in the amount of a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| BONDS | City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
HB 348 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to a requirement to make certain environmental and water use permit applications available online.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Air | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | PERMITS | Water--Rights
HB 355 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lopez, Ray | et. al.
Relating to providing notice to a state representative and senator of an administrative penalty assessed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 711 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to performance standards for certain aboveground storage tanks.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STORAGE TANKS
HB 767 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to best management practices for aggregate production operations.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
HB 964 87-0 (2021)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the treatment, recycling for beneficial use, or disposal of drill cuttings.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Environment--Recycling | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas
HB 1143 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to the publication of pathogen-related fresh water data by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | Water--General
HB 1284 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paddie, ChrisSponsor: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of the injection and geologic storage of carbon dioxide in this state.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
| Environment--Air | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GULF OF MEXICO | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | SCHOOL LAND BOARD | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN BUREAU OF ECONOMIC GEOLOGY
HB 1289 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to notice of certain accidental discharges or spills to local government officials by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1544 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the eligibility of land to continue to be appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if the land is temporarily used for sand mining operations; authorizing a fee.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Finance
Vetoed by the Governor
| CARRIZO AQUIFER | City Government--General | City Government--Land Use & Zoning | County Government--General | County Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas | OPEN-SPACE LAND | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 1820 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the regulation, monitoring, and enforcement of matters under the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; authorizing the assessment or increase of civil and administrative penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State
HB 2006 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ashby, Trent
Relating to the notice requirements for permits for the commercial surface disposal of oil and gas wastes.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 2072 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Relating to the expiration of the dry cleaner environmental response program.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2148 87-0 (2021)
Author: Stephenson, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to notification by the Department of State Health Services and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of incidents of Naegleria fowleri.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC NOTICE | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2201 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the location of pits used in the production of oil and gas.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | FLOODS | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 2350 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin | et. al.
Relating to financial assistance provided to political subdivisions by the Texas Water Development Board for water resource restoration projects.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | Political Subdivisions | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 2368 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny
Relating to the participation by local governments in water quality control measures.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| County Government--General | Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2426 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to water quality protection areas.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | JUNCTION, CITY OF
HB 2573 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the applicability of certain municipal ordinances in the municipality's extraterritorial jurisdiction.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
| City Government--Annexation | City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Water
HB 2652 87-0 (2021)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to establishing an advisory board to study surface water and groundwater interaction.
House: Natural Resources
Considered in Calendars
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES | Legislature | SENATE, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | SURFACE WATER & GROUNDWATER INTERACTION ADVISORY BOARD | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 2717 87-0 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to certain requirements for water systems.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Safety | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 2780 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.
Relating to the safety of aboveground storage tanks.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Safety | STORAGE TANKS | Water--General
HB 2990 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny | et. al.
Relating to a requirement to make certain environmental and water use permit applications available online.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Air | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | PERMITS | Water--Rights
HB 3381 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leman, Ben | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas to contract for the treatment of and sell drill cuttings.
House: Energy Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| Environment--Recycling | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3516 87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the regulation of the recycling of fluid oil and gas waste.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Recycling | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3727 87-0 (2021)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to the adoption of rules concerning certain on-site sewage disposal systems.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3814 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Relating to the regulation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the discharge of preproduction plastic from point and nonpoint sources to ensure zero discharge or release of plastic into water or onto land in the state and to ensure the prompt cleanup of any discharged or released plastic.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 4066 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the adoption by the Railroad Commission of Texas of a permit by rule for the beneficial reuse of domestic wastewater and mobile drinking water treatment system wastewater produced at certain oil and gas drilling sites.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 4146 87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing direct discharges of waste or pollutants into water in certain stream segments, stream assessment units, and drainage areas.
House: Environmental Regulation
Received from the House
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 4161 87-0 (2021)
Author: Frank, James B.
Relating to guidance on the regulations applicable to the potable reuse of wastewater.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 4204 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a study and report on the water level of Falcon Lake in Zapata and Starr Counties.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FALCON LAKE | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing | STARR COUNTY | Water--General | ZAPATA COUNTY
HB 4253 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the procedure for qualifying for the exemption from ad valorem taxation of pollution control property.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Real Property | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 4341 87-0 (2021)
Author: Biedermann, Kyle
Relating to the transfer of the regulation of aggregate production operations from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the Railroad Commission of Texas on delegation by the United States Environmental Protection Agency; authorizing a fee; providing administrative penalties and other civil remedies; creating criminal offenses.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY, U.S. | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 4478 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to planning and financial responsibility requirements for certain aggregate production operations; providing for the imposition of an administrative penalty.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
HB 4489 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing direct discharges of waste or pollutants into water in certain areas associated with the Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
HB 4524 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the adoption of rules by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding the discharge into water in this state of produced water resulting from certain oil and gas activities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas
SB 126 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to performance standards for certain aboveground storage tanks.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STORAGE TANKS
SB 366 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the minimum amount of an administrative penalty assessed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for a violation of certain laws under the jurisdiction of, or rules adopted or orders or permits issued by, the commission.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 450 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to the jurisdiction of the Railroad Commission of Texas over the injection and geologic storage of carbon dioxide.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Co-author authorized
| Environment--Air | Environment--Water | GULF OF MEXICO | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 771 87-0 (2021)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the notice requirements for permits for the commercial surface disposal of oil and gas wastes.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE
SB 772 87-0 (2021)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the location of pits used in the production of oil and gas.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | FLOODS | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 872 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Relating to the expiration of the dry cleaner environmental response program.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
| Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 888 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the use of green stormwater infrastructure in new state buildings.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| BUILDING CONSTRUCTION | Environment--Water | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 905 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Frank, James B.
Relating to guidance on the regulations applicable to the potable reuse of wastewater.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1039 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to establishing an advisory board to study surface water and groundwater interaction.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | SURFACE WATER & GROUNDWATER INTERACTION ADVISORY BOARD | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 1260 87-0 (2021)
Author: Birdwell, BrianSponsor: Leman, Ben
Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas to contract for the treatment of and sell drill cuttings.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
| Environment--Recycling | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 1335 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the regulation of the recycling of oil and gas waste.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Recycling | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 1746 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to financial assistance provided to political subdivisions by the Texas Water Development Board for nature-based water quality enhancement projects.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | Political Subdivisions | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 1747 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing direct discharges of waste or pollutants into water in certain stream segments or assessment units.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Water--General
SB 2097 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the regulation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the discharge of preproduction plastic from point and nonpoint sources to ensure zero discharge or release of plastic into water or onto land in the state and to ensure the prompt cleanup of any discharged or released plastic.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 7 87-2 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the storage or disposal of high-level radioactive waste.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 245 86-0 (2019)
Author: Farrar, Jessica | et. al.
Relating to a requirement to make certain environmental and water use permit applications available online.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Air | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | PERMITS | Water--Rights
HB 481 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the storage and recovery of water in a portion of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| City Government--Utilities | EDWARDS AQUIFER | EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | NEW BRAUNFELS, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 817 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing direct discharges of waste or pollutants into water in certain areas of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 909 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to best management practices for aggregate production operations.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
HB 990 86-0 (2019)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland | et. al.
Relating to a study by the Texas Water Development Board and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding the effects of the construction of a border wall on storm drainage and other environmental matters in this state.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 1044 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin | et. al.
Relating to permits for certain injection wells that transect a portion of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | TRINITY AQUIFER
HB 1059 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, EddieSponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to a biennial report on stormwater infrastructure in this state.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Development
HB 1671 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to water quality protection areas.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | SAN JACINTO RIVER | SAN JACINTO RIVER AUTHORITY | Water--General
HB 1824 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murr, AndrewSponsor: Flores, Peter
Relating to the sale and taking of sand, gravel, marl, shell, and mudshell, including the use of funds collected from the sale of those materials and the taking of those materials from the San Jacinto River and its tributaries.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| Environment--Water | HARRIS COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT | Mines & Mineral Resources | PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION | Parks & Wildlife--General | Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing | SAN JACINTO RIVER | SAN JACINTO RIVER AUTHORITY | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 2023 86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the use of money in the state water pollution control revolving fund.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | State Finances--Management & Control | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 2098 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to a study by the Texas Water Development Board and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding the effects of the construction of a border wall on water quality in this state.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| BORDER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 2710 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the regulation of certain aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; authorizing an increase in the amount of a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
HB 2771 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lozano, J. M.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to issue permits for the discharge into water in this state of produced water, hydrostatic test water, and gas plant effluent resulting from certain oil and gas activities.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/19
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Water--General
HB 2880 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to a study of the effects of building requirements on the use of water conservation technology.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| City Government--General | Environment--Water | Interim Studies | Science & Technology | TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
HB 2942 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Flores, Peter
Relating to the eligibility of land to continue to be appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if the land is temporarily used for sand mining operations; authorizing a fee.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Property Tax
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | City Government--Land Use & Zoning | County Government--General | County Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 2998 86-0 (2019)
Author: Talarico, James
Relating to lead in drinking water at schools and child care facilities.
House: Natural Resources
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
| Day Care | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LEAD POISONING | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3142 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to Texas Commission on Environmental Quality reminders to public drinking water supply systems regarding reporting requirements.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3261 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to the use of green stormwater infrastructure in new state buildings.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Environment--Water | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3324 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to groundwater impact contingency planning by pipeline operators.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PIPELINE SAFETY
HB 3480 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the disclosure of the composition of fluids and materials transported by pipelines regulated by the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | PIPELINE SAFETY | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Utilities--Natural Gas | Water--General
HB 3560 86-0 (2019)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the authority of a county to implement a pilot program to reuse wastewater at county facilities.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3600 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to Texas Commission on Environmental Quality adoption of a streamlined regulatory program for certain aggregate production operations.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
HB 3750 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kuempel, John | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the applicability of certain municipal ordinances in the municipality's extraterritorial jurisdiction.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Returned from the House for further action
| City Government--Annexation | City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Water
HB 3770 86-0 (2019)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to a pilot project conducted by the Texas Water Development Board regarding the real-time monitoring of the inundation and water quality of certain portions of the Rio Grande.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RIO GRANDE RIVER | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3798 86-0 (2019)
Author: Biedermann, Kyle
Relating to the regulation of and permit requirements for certain facilities that extract, produce, or process aggregates and of related facilities by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the Railroad Commission of Texas; providing administrative penalties and other civil remedies; creating criminal offenses.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist.
HB 3805 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paul, Dennis
Relating to reporting requirements for certain accidental discharges or spills.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| County Government--Employees/Officers | Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 3929 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas to enforce federal regulations on blasting by aggregate production operations.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | Mines & Mineral Resources | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Safety
HB 4002 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to a contested case hearing to identify a sensitive feature related to an Edwards Aquifer protection plan.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4012 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the procedure for qualifying for the exemption from ad valorem taxation of pollution control property.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Real Property | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 4570 86-0 (2019)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to establishing an advisory board to study surface water and groundwater interaction.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Water | SURFACE WATER & GROUNDWATER INTERACTION ADVISORY BOARD | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 4595 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to a study and report on the optimum water level of Falcon Lake.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FALCON LAKE | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT
HB 4758 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lopez, Ray | et. al.
Relating to providing notice to a state representative and senator of an administrative penalty assessed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature
SB 483 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to permits for certain injection wells that transect a portion of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | TRINITY AQUIFER
SB 515 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Relating to a study by the Texas Water Development Board and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding the effects of the construction of a border wall on storm drainage and other environmental matters in this state.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 520 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Kuempel, John
Relating to the storage and recovery of water in a portion of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | NEW BRAUNFELS, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 655 86-0 (2019)
Author: Flores, Peter
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing direct discharges of waste or pollutants into water in certain areas of the Edwards Aquifer.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 911 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the supervision of water districts by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | BORDER | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRINITY AQUIFER | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
SB 912 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the suspension of operations of water districts that have failed to follow a court order or administrative directive by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--General
SB 942 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.Sponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the use of money in the state water pollution control revolving fund.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| Environment--Water | State Finances--Management & Control | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 1381 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to a biennial report on stormwater infrastructure in this state.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Development
SB 1446 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to performance standards for certain aboveground storage tanks.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FLOODS | STORAGE TANKS | Water--General
SB 1496 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a pilot project conducted by the Texas Water Development Board regarding the real-time monitoring of the inundation and water quality of certain portions of the Rio Grande.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RIO GRANDE RIVER | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1585 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to issue permits for the discharge into water in this state of produced water, hydrostatic test water, and gas plant effluent resulting from certain oil and gas activities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Water--General
SB 1696 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the regulation of aggregate production operations; requiring a permit; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS | Water--General
SB 1810 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the conversion or dissolution of certain conservation and reclamation districts.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1994 86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to reporting requirements for certain accidental discharges or spills.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| City Government--Employees/Officers | County Government--Employees/Officers | Environment--Water | Water--General
SB 2062 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the publication of pathogen-related data from river basins by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities
SB 2063 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the use of green stormwater infrastructure in new state buildings.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Environment--Water | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 2067 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the matters to be considered in developing the state water plan.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 2124 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to best management practices for aggregate production operations.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
SB 2147 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the development of a method to determine the value of certain real property for purposes of eminent domain.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Agriculture | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | Environment--Air | Environment--Water | Property Interests--Eminent Domain | Property Interests--Real Property
SB 2278 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the regulation of certain aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; authorizing an increase in the amount of a fee.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| City Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
SB 2394 86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to reporting requirements for certain accidental discharges or spills.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| County Government--Employees/Officers | Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 614 85-0 (2017)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the procedure for action by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on an application for a water right.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 642 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the name of the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| Common Carriers | ENERGY COMMISSION, TEXAS | Energy--General | Environment--Water | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas | Safety | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--Natural Gas
HB 1481 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lozano, J. M.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the abolition of the fee established by the commissioner of the General Land Office for processing applications for terminal facility discharge prevention and response certificates.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/17
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Oil & Gas
HB 1515 85-0 (2017)
Author: Elkins, GarySponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the expiration of the dry cleaner environmental response program.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1536 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to a biennial report on stormwater infrastructure in this state.
House: Natural Resources
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1643 85-0 (2017)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the regulation of the operation of an unmanned aircraft and the prosecution of a related criminal offense.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
| Aeronautics | Animals | Criminal Procedure--General | Environment--Water
HB 1862 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the designation of certain river or stream segments as being of unique ecological value.
House: Natural Resources
Received from the House
| Environment--Water | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 1863 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the use of money in the state water pollution control revolving fund.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | LOANS | State Finances--Management & Control | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 2376 85-0 (2017)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the fee collected for an on-site wastewater treatment permit application.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local
HB 2488 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Relating to the treatment and recycling for beneficial use of drill cuttings.
House: Energy Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| Environment--Recycling | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 2533 85-0 (2017)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to civil suits brought by local governments or certain other persons for violations of certain laws under the jurisdiction of, or rules adopted or orders or permits issued by, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/17
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2725 85-0 (2017)
Author: González, MarySponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the composition of the board of directors of a stormwater control and recapture planning authority in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | Political Subdivisions | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | Water--General
HB 2798 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, JessicaSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the authority of a county to implement a pilot program to reuse wastewater at county facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
HB 2799 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to a requirement to make certain environmental and water use permit applications available online.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Air | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | PERMITS | Water--Rights
HB 2894 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to a requirement that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality provide an expedited procedure for acting on certain applications for an amendment to a water right by certain applicants that use desalinated seawater.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| DESALINATION | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 2943 85-0 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the use of money in the state water pollution control revolving fund.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
| Environment--Water | State Finances--Management & Control | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 3036 85-0 (2017)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
Relating to permits for the discharge of waste or pollutants into water that flows into certain areas of the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone.
House: Environmental Regulation
Placed on General State Calendar
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 3085 85-0 (2017)
Author: Keough, Mark
Relating to a study by the Geo-Technology Research Institute on the monitoring, prevention, and removal of floating trash.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | GEO-TECHNOLOGY RESEARCH INSTITUTE | LITTER | Water--General
HB 3200 85-0 (2017)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the regulation of certain aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; authorizing an increase in the amount of a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | ROCK QUARRIES & PITS | Water--General
HB 3333 85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to permits for certain injection wells that transect a portion of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| BARTON SPRINGS-EDWARDS AQUIFER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | PERMITS | TRINITY AQUIFER
HB 3334 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to a restriction on the types of oil and gas wastes that may be disposed of in a surface pit without a permit issued by the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3467 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing discharges of sewage effluent into any water in the contributing or recharge zone of the San Antonio or Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 3525 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to the referral by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the State Office of Administrative Hearings of an issue regarding an application for a water right.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 3602 85-0 (2017)
Author: Arévalo, Diana
Relating to the treatment of certain types of water by water treatment specialists.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Water--General
HB 3988 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the authority of a county to implement a pilot program to reuse wastewater at county facilities.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 4219 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the procedure for qualifying for the exemption from ad valorem taxation of pollution control property.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Real Property | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 4308 85-0 (2017)
Author: Faircloth, Wayne
Relating to the Gulf Coast Waste Disposal Authority and expanding the territory and powers of the authority; authorizing fees and the issuance of bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| Energy--Conservation | Environment--Water | GULF COAST WASTE DISPOSAL AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
HJR 47 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Proposing a constitutional amendment to change the name of the Railroad Commission of Texas to the Texas Energy Commission and to mandate that there be such an agency.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| Common Carriers | ENERGY COMMISSION, TEXAS | Energy--General | Environment--Water | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--Natural Gas
SB 189 85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to notice of an application for a permit to drill certain injection wells within a certain distance of a groundwater conservation district.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist.
SB 225 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the referral by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the State Office of Administrative Hearings of an issue regarding an application for a water right.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 546 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the quality of water provided by public drinking water supply systems to state supported living centers.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Human Services--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 569 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to a review and report by the Railroad Commission of Texas regarding the oversight and enforcement of unpermitted discharges of oil and gas waste or of other substances or materials associated with certain operations or activities regulated by the commission.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 743 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the abolition of the fee established by the commissioner of the General Land Office for processing applications for terminal facility discharge prevention and response certificates.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Oil & Gas
SB 747 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to a prohibition on the issuance by the Railroad Commission of Texas of a permit for a commercial surface disposal facility located near a municipality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 863 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the designation of certain river or stream segments as being of unique ecological value.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 866 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the use of money in the state water pollution control revolving fund.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | LOANS | State Finances--Management & Control | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 1319 85-0 (2017)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of operation of an unmanned aircraft over certain facilities.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Aeronautics | Animals | Criminal Procedure--General | Environment--Water
SB 1430 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to a requirement that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality provide an expedited procedure for acting on certain applications for an amendment to a water right by certain applicants that use desalinated seawater.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| DESALINATION | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 1541 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Relating to the treatment and recycling for beneficial use of drill cuttings.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
| Environment--Recycling | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 1580 85-0 (2017)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to the testing of drinking water from and the replacement and repair of drinking water outlets and water lines on publicly owned and operated property.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LEAD POISONING
SB 1796 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing discharges of sewage effluent into any water in the contributing or recharge zone of the San Antonio or Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 1803 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the financial security requirements for operators of oil and gas wells.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Energy--General | Environment--Water | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 2026 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to a biennial report on stormwater infrastructure in this state.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 2028 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the procedure for qualifying for the exemption from ad valorem taxation of pollution control property.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Real Property | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 2161 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the approval or disapproval by county referendum of an application for a permit for a commercial surface disposal facility.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Elections--Initiative, Referendum & Recall | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 2162 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a prohibition on the approval by the Railroad Commission of Texas of an application for a permit for a commercial surface disposal facility located near certain reservoirs.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 2193 85-0 (2017)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the regulation of certain aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; authorizing an increase in the amount of a fee.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | ROCK QUARRIES & PITS | Water--General
SB 2265 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the Gulf Coast Waste Disposal Authority and expanding the territory and powers of the authority; authorizing fees and the issuance of bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Special Purpose Districts
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Energy--Conservation | Environment--Water | GULF COAST WASTE DISPOSAL AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
HB 230 85-1 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the use of money in the state water pollution control revolving fund.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water | State Finances--Management & Control | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 201 84-0 (2015)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the procedure for action by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on an application for a water right.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 961 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the exemption of certain school district property from certain infrastructure fees charged for the control of excess water or storm water.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Education--School Districts | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Utilities--General
HB 995 84-0 (2015)
Author: González, MarySponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the establishment of stormwater control and recapture planning authorities in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | Political Subdivisions | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--General
HB 1016 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, TracySponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the designation of certain river or stream segments as being of unique ecological value.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
| COMAL RIVER | Environment--Water | FRIO RIVER | GUADALUPE RIVER | NUECES RIVER | SABINAL RIVER | SAN MARCOS RIVER | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 1106 84-0 (2015)
Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the name of the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Common Carriers | ENERGY COMMISSION, TEXAS | Energy--General | Environment--Water | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Safety | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--Natural Gas
HB 1113 84-0 (2015)
Author: Clardy, Travis
Relating to the standard of review for a determination of standing in a contested case hearing conducted by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1146 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kacal, KyleSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to persons who may operate a public water supply system.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Utilities--Water & Sewer | VOLUNTEERS
HB 1192 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to permissible uses of graywater for domestic use.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | Water--General
HB 1284 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the review by certain governmental entities of a permit application for a solid waste facility.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 1331 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the treatment and recycling for beneficial use of certain waste arising out of or incidental to the drilling for or production of oil or gas.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
| Environment--Recycling | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 1501 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to a study concerning the presence and effects of plastic microbeads in water in the state.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing | Water--General
HB 1902 84-0 (2015)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the regulation and use of graywater and alternative onsite water.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General
HB 1972 84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to certain exemptions from the requirement to obtain a permit from a groundwater conservation district.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist.
HB 2031 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to the diversion, treatment, and use of marine seawater and the discharge of treated marine seawater and waste resulting from the desalination of marine seawater; adding provisions subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| DESALINATION | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | GULF OF MEXICO | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PERMITS | Political Subdivisions | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | SCHOOL LAND BOARD | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 2051 84-0 (2015)
Author: Crownover, Myra
Relating to a volume-based exemption from reporting requirements for certain accidental discharges or spills from wastewater facilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 2230 84-0 (2015)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to authorize an injection well used for oil and gas waste disposal to be used for the disposal of nonhazardous brine produced by a desalination operation or nonhazardous drinking water treatment residuals.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
| DESALINATION | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Water--General
HB 2236 84-0 (2015)
Author: Romero, Ramon
Relating to the requirements for the casing and cementing of an oil or gas well.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | Water--General
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
| BEVERAGE CONTAINERS | Business & Commerce--General | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Recycling | Environment--Water | Governor | PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS
HB 2570 84-0 (2015)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to the incorporation of climate and precipitation forecasts in state, regional, and local water planning.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| CLIMATOLOGY & CLIMATOLOGISTS | Environment--Water | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 2571 84-0 (2015)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
| CLIMATOLOGY & CLIMATOLOGISTS | Environment--Water | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STRATEGIC PLANS | Water--General
HB 2767 84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, JimSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the powers, duties, and administration of groundwater conservation districts; amending provisions that authorize fees.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous | Water--General
HB 2887 84-0 (2015)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the definition of a "Navigable stream".
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water
HB 2989 84-0 (2015)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the establishment of a publicly accessible database containing information on materials and products used in the construction of wastewater projects.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3001 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the information that an operator of a well on which a hydraulic fracturing treatment is performed is required to disclose.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Health--General | Oil & Gas | Open Records | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3060 84-0 (2015)
Author: Anchía, RafaelSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to functions of a municipal building and standards commission panel.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
| Animals | City Government--General | Environment--Water
HB 3161 84-0 (2015)
Author: Cyrier, John
Relating to prioritizing groundwater production.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist.
HB 3411 84-0 (2015)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the review by certain governmental entities of a permit application for a solid waste facility.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| City Government--General | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3947 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to county fee imposed on operators of oil and gas waste disposal wells.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | INJECTION WELLS
HB 4087 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smith, Wayne | et. al.
Relating to the treatment for ad valorem tax purposes of pollution control property.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Air | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HJR 76 84-0 (2015)
Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to change the name of the Railroad Commission of Texas to the Texas Energy Commission.
House: Energy Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Common Carriers | ENERGY COMMISSION, TEXAS | Energy--General | Environment--Water | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--Natural Gas
SB 78 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the matters to be considered in developing the state water plan.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 109 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the procedure for action by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on an application for a water right.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 636 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation of a task force to evaluate recreational use of rivers.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM, OFFICE OF | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | RECREATIONAL & CULTURAL FACILITIES | Safety
SB 879 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the review by certain governmental entities of a permit application for a solid waste facility.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| City Government--General | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 912 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Crownover, Myra
Relating to a volume-based exemption from reporting requirements for certain accidental discharges or spills from wastewater facilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 941 84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the standard of review for a determination of standing in a contested case hearing conducted by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1293 84-0 (2015)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to the designation of certain river or stream segments as being of unique ecological value.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| COMAL RIVER | Environment--Water | FRIO RIVER | GUADALUPE RIVER | NUECES RIVER | SABINAL RIVER | SAN MARCOS RIVER | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 1413 84-0 (2015)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the powers, duties, and administration of groundwater conservation districts.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous | Water--General
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
| BEVERAGE CONTAINERS | Business & Commerce--General | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Recycling | Environment--Water | Governor | PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS
SB 1469 84-0 (2015)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to regular reapplication for certain pollution control exemptions from ad valorem taxation granted for certain property.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | Property Interests--Real Property | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 1605 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to an expedited permit program for permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 340 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the power of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to authorize certain injection wells that transect or terminate in the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| BARTON SPRINGS-EDWARDS AQUIFER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | PERMITS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 379 83-0 (2013)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the imposition of a fee on oil and gas waste disposed of by injection in a commercial injection well permitted by the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | INJECTION WELLS | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 448 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.
Relating to a requirement that the operator of an oil or gas well on which a hydraulic fracturing treatment is to be performed mail a list of the chemicals to be used in the treatment to persons residing near the well.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Health--General | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 824 83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, BillSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to reporting requirements for accidental sanitary sewer overflows.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 993 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to public notice by the Parks and Wildlife Department of consumption advisories for mercury contamination in certain aquatic and terrestrial animals, including fish, crustaceans, and molluscan shellfish.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Environment--Water | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | MERCURY | PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Parks & Wildlife--General | Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1307 83-0 (2013)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to rates for water service, to the transfer of functions relating to the economic regulation of water and sewer service from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the Public Utility Commission of Texas, and to the duties of the Office of Public Utility Counsel regarding the economic regulation of water and sewer service.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | City Government--Utilities | County Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC NOTICE | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
HB 1519 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sheffield, J. D.
Relating to the extent and management of the John Graves Scenic Riverway.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| BOSQUE COUNTY | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | JOHN GRAVES SCENIC RIVERWAY | SOMERVELL COUNTY
HB 1600 83-0 (2013)
Author: Cook, Byron | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas, to the transfer of certain functions from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the Public Utility Commission of Texas, to the rates for water service, and to the functions of the Office of Public Utility Counsel; authorizing a fee.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | City Government--Utilities | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC NOTICE | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | Sunset--Commission Bills | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
HB 2046 83-0 (2013)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to a study evaluating and making recommendations for wastewater management in the contributing zone of the Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 2154 83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the applicability of the law governing innovative programs for environmental regulation administered by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| DESALINATION | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 2179 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to the regulation of backflow prevention assembly testers by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners; authorizing a fee.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PLUMBERS & PLUMBING | PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF
HB 2277 83-0 (2013)
Author: Crownover, Myra
Relating to the regulation of certain pits used to store flowback or produced water from an oil or gas well on which a hydraulic fracturing treatment has been performed.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | ROCK QUARRIES & PITS
HB 2292 83-0 (2013)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the notice requirements for the issuance, renewal, or amendment of certain environmental permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS
HB 2578 83-0 (2013)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.
Relating to the development of brackish groundwater and the use of brackish water and seawater; providing a penalty.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| DESALINATION | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 2624 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ashby, Trent
Relating to the regulation of water wells under the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation to prevent groundwater pollution.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Oil & Gas
HB 2701 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miller, Doug
Relating to the Edwards Aquifer Authority's regulation of wells with limited production capabilities.
House: Natural Resources
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 2781 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fletcher, AllenSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to rainwater harvesting and other water conservation initiatives.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
| City Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Property Owners Association | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
HB 2992 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to the reuse, discharge, or disposal of fluid produced from certain oil or gas wells on which a hydraulic fracturing treatment has been performed.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | INJECTION WELLS | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 2996 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to regulation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the land application of Class B sludge.
House: Environmental Regulation
Point of order sustained
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | SEWAGE SLUDGE | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 2997 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to regulation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the land application of Class B sludge.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | SEWAGE SLUDGE | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3147 83-0 (2013)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the degree to which power generation facilities consume or adversely impact water in this state.
House: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Water | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 3244 83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to water quality improvement and pollution reduction through beverage container recycling incentives; providing penalties; assessing a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| BEVERAGE CONTAINER RECYCLING CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | BEVERAGE CONTAINERS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Recycling | Environment--Water | Governor
HB 3249 83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill | et. al.
Relating to recycling, reclamation, handling, and/or treatment of oil and gas waste, water, and related materials and clarifying the Railroad Commission's jurisdiction.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Recycling | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3260 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miller, Doug
Relating to the designation of certain river or stream segments as being of unique ecological value.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| COMAL RIVER | Environment--Water | FRIO RIVER | NUECES RIVER | SABINAL RIVER | SAN MARCOS RIVER | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 3289 83-0 (2013)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the licensing of professionals engaged in Texas pollutant discharge elimination system-related stormwater activity.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 3309 83-0 (2013)
Author: Crownover, MyraSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the composition and use of money in the oil and gas regulation and cleanup fund.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
| Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Oil & Gas | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 3537 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the treatment and reuse or discharge of fluid produced from oil or gas wells on which a hydraulic fracturing treatment has been performed.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3538 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to minimum pollution removal requirements on storm water discharge within the Edwards Aquifer in certain circumstances.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3595 83-0 (2013)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to imposing a fee on water used in the performance of a hydraulic fracturing treatment on an oil or gas well.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Water--General
HB 3871 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smith, WayneSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the powers and duties of the Gulf Coast Waste Disposal Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| Environment--Recycling | Environment--Water | GULF COAST WASTE DISPOSAL AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 199 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the annual evaluation of water use by owners or operators of electric generating facilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Utilities--Electric
SB 206 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas, to the transfer of certain functions from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the Public Utility Commission of Texas, and to the functions of the Office of Public Utility Counsel; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | City Government--Utilities | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC NOTICE | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | Sunset--Commission Bills | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
SB 567 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Geren, Charlie
Relating to rates for water service, to the transfer of functions relating to the economic regulation of water and sewer service from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the Public Utility Commission of Texas, and to the duties of the Office of Public Utility Counsel regarding the economic regulation of water and sewer service.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | City Government--Utilities | County Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC NOTICE | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
SB 584 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to a volume-based exemption from reporting requirements for accidental discharges or spills from wastewater facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 589 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, Glenn | et. al.
Relating to the designation of certain river or stream segments as being of unique ecological value.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| COMAL RIVER | Environment--Water | FRIO RIVER | NUECES RIVER | SABINAL RIVER | SAN MARCOS RIVER | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 1024 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to a study evaluating and making recommendations for wastewater management in the contributing zone of the Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 1241 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Miller, Doug
Relating to the Edwards Aquifer Authority's regulation of wells with limited production capabilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
| EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 1249 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to plugging, capping, repairing, or completing certain wells.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | WATER WELL DRILLERS & PUMP INSTALLERS | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 1385 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Geren, Charlie
Relating to notification procedures regarding the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | PUBLIC NOTICE
SB 1456 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the regulation of backflow prevention assembly testers by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PLUMBERS & PLUMBING | PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF
SB 1532 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the power of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to authorize certain injection wells that transect or terminate in the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
| BARTON SPRINGS-EDWARDS AQUIFER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | PERMITS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 1711 83-0 (2013)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the extent and management of the John Graves Scenic Riverway.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| BOSQUE COUNTY | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | JOHN GRAVES SCENIC RIVERWAY | SOMERVELL COUNTY
SB 1745 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to minimum pollution removal requirements for certain stormwater discharges in the Edwards Aquifer.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1760 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the development of brackish groundwater.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| DESALINATION | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 1819 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the location of a sand mine; authorizing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources
SB 1834 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the powers and duties of the Gulf Coast Waste Disposal Authority.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Recycling | Environment--Water | GULF COAST WASTE DISPOSAL AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 1894 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the procedure for review by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and related entities of environmental flow standards and environmental flow set-asides for river basin and bay systems and related matters.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 24 83-1 (2013)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the development of brackish groundwater.
Filed
| DESALINATION | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 50 83-1 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to research on and the treatment of saline water.
Filed
| DESALINATION | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 29 83-2 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to research on and the treatment of saline water.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| CENTER FOR INNOVATIVE DESALINATION TECHNOLOGY, TEXAS | DESALINATION | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 444 82-0 (2011)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to notification of applications for permits for certain injection wells.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist.
HB 451 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the creation of a Don't Mess with Texas Water program to prevent illegal dumping that affects the surface waters of this state.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/11
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Highways | SIGNS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Water--General
HB 610 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to certain notices sent by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/11
| Electronic Information Systems | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | Open Records | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 849 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to notice of an application for a permit to dispose of oil and gas waste in a commercial disposal well; creating an offense.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | INJECTION WELLS | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 935 82-0 (2011)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the protection of water quality in certain bodies of water.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| County Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Water | LOWER BOIS D'ARC CREEK RESERVOIR | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 1547 82-0 (2011)
Author: Larson, LyleSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the desired future conditions of groundwater resources within groundwater management areas.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Testimony taken in committee
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 1733 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
| Agriculture | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Water | OPEN-SPACE LAND | Property Interests--Real Property | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions | Water--Rights
HB 1995 82-0 (2011)
Author: Weber, Randy
Relating to the prosecution of certain offenses involving environmental quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Courts--General | Criminal Procedure--General | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State
HB 2400 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miller, Doug
Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and other entities regarding water and sewer utilities and certain conservation and reclamation districts.
House: Natural Resources
Returned to committee
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 2826 82-0 (2011)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the issuance of a certificate for a municipal setting designation.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/11
| City Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2984 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to the remediation of underground storage tanks and the fee on delivery of certain petroleum products.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | STORAGE TANKS
HB 3212 82-0 (2011)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the imposition of a fee on oil and gas waste disposed of by injection in a commercial injection well permitted by the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | INJECTION WELLS | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3328 82-0 (2011)
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Relating to the disclosure of the composition of hydraulic fracturing fluids used in hydraulic fracturing treatments.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/11
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Health--General | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3372 82-0 (2011)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to rainwater harvesting systems that are connected to public water supply systems.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/11
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--Water & Sewer | Water--General
HB 3420 82-0 (2011)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to the fee on delivery of certain petroleum products.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Oil & Gas
HB 3449 82-0 (2011)
Author: Christian, Wayne
Relating to notice provided to certain local officials regarding the use of land application to treat and dispose of certain oil and gas waste.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Agriculture | City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--General | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3543 82-0 (2011)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the inclusion of certain local government enforcement actions in the evaluation of compliance history by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3602 82-0 (2011)
Author: Garza, John
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing direct discharges of waste or pollutants into water in certain areas associated with the Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HJR 107 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
| Agriculture | Environment--Water | OPEN-SPACE LAND | Property Interests--Real Property | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 105 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Wendy | et. al.Sponsor: Keffer, Jim
Relating to a restriction on the formation into which certain commercial disposal wells permitted by the Railroad Commission of Texas may inject oil and gas waste.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Water--General
SB 338 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to penalty assessment for violations of the Texas Clean Air Act committed by major sources.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--Air | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 408 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Keffer, Jim
Relating to inspection of and the operation of watercraft on the John Graves Scenic Riverway; providing for the imposition of a criminal penalty.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Vetoed by the Governor
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | JOHN GRAVES SCENIC RIVERWAY
SB 409 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Agriculture | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Water | OPEN-SPACE LAND | Property Interests--Real Property | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions | Water--Rights
SB 429 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to notification of applications for permits for certain injection wells.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist.
SB 430 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Christian, Wayne
Relating to written notice to a groundwater conservation district of groundwater contamination.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/11
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist.
SB 449 82-0 (2011)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
| Agriculture | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Water | OPEN-SPACE LAND | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Property Interests--Real Property | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions | Water--General
SB 467 82-0 (2011)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the power of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to authorize certain injection wells that transect or terminate in the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 525 82-0 (2011)
Author: Deuell, BobSponsor: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the protection of water quality in certain bodies of water.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| County Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Water | LOWER BOIS D'ARC CREEK RESERVOIR | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 673 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to approve certain supplemental environmental projects undertaken by local governments.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 772 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the use of a tracer substance in performing a hydraulic fracturing treatment operation.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas
SB 853 82-0 (2011)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing direct discharges of waste or pollutants into water in certain areas associated with the Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| BARTON SPRINGS-EDWARDS AQUIFER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 935 82-0 (2011)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the method of delivery of certain notices sent by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Open Government, Select
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Electronic Information Systems | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | Open Records
SB 1049 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the disclosure of information regarding hydraulic fracturing treatment operations.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 1073 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to rainwater harvesting systems that are connected to public water supply systems.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/11
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer | Water--General
SB 1148 82-0 (2011)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to authorize certain injection wells that transect or terminate in the Edwards Aquifer.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 1479 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the coordination of uranium mining permitting activities by the Railroad Commission of Texas and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 1569 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the remediation of underground storage tanks and the fee on delivery of certain petroleum products.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | STORAGE TANKS
SB 1930 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to the disclosure of the composition of hydraulic fracturing fluids used in hydraulic fracturing treatments.
Senate: Natural Resources
Co-author authorized
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Health--General | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SJR 16 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.Sponsor: Ritter, Allan
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water-stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Filed with the Secretary of State
| Agriculture | Environment--Water | OPEN-SPACE LAND | Property Interests--Real Property | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 18 82-1 (2011)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to water management plans for certain special water authorities.
Filed
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 19 82-1 (2011)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the operation, powers, and duties of certain water districts.
Filed
| BELL COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HAYS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 | MIDLAND COUNTY UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 155 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gutierrez, RolandSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to access to rivers and riverbeds for individuals with physical disabilities.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Disabilities, Persons with | Environment--Water | Parks & Wildlife--General
HB 177 81-0 (2009)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to testing requirements for certain commercial injection wells.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | PERMITS
HB 178 81-0 (2009)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to limitations on the location of injection wells.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | PERMITS
HB 229 81-0 (2009)
Author: Pitts, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the construction, installation, alteration, extension, servicing, maintenance, or repair of on-site sewage disposal systems.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Insurance--General | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 323 81-0 (2009)
Author: Raymond, Richard | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a program for detecting and giving notice of an unauthorized discharge of industrial, municipal, or other waste into any water in the state.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 569 81-0 (2009)
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.
Relating to notice of an application for a permit to dispose of oil and gas waste in a commercial disposal well; creating an offense.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 595 81-0 (2009)
Author: Leibowitz, David | et. al.
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing discharges of sewage effluent into any water in the contributing or recharge zone of the San Antonio or Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | SEWAGE SLUDGE
HB 1508 81-0 (2009)
Author: Bolton, Valinda
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing direct discharges of waste or pollutants into water in certain areas associated with the Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| BARTON SPRINGS-EDWARDS AQUIFER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 1642 81-0 (2009)
Author: Miller, Sid
Relating to the extent and management of the John Graves Scenic Riverway.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | JOHN GRAVES SCENIC RIVERWAY
HB 1712 81-0 (2009)
Author: Miller, Sid
Relating to the extent and management of the John Graves Scenic Riverway.
House: Environmental Regulation
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Water | JOHN GRAVES SCENIC RIVERWAY
HB 1890 81-0 (2009)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to notification of applications for permits for certain injection wells.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on intent calendar
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist.
HB 1981 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of stormwater management by certain counties.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 2254 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the authority of a local government to prohibit the Railroad Commission of Texas or the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality from issuing a permit for a disposal well.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Water--General
HB 2414 81-0 (2009)
Author: Bolton, Valinda
Relating to the regulation of stormwater management by certain counties.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 2667 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ritter, Allan | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to performance standards for plumbing fixtures sold in this state.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/09
| Environment--Water | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PLUMBERS & PLUMBING | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
HB 2698 81-0 (2009)
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.
Relating to the renewal of certain expired licenses or registrations.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2721 81-0 (2009)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the procedure used by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality in acting on certain applications for a permit, permit amendment, or permit renewal for a nuclear electric generation facility.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Energy--Nuclear | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 2895 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to compliance with federal occupational safety and health standards in environmental enforcement.
House: Environmental Regulation
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Safety
HB 3206 81-0 (2009)
Author: Edwards, Al | et. al.Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the implementation of the exemption from ad valorem taxation for pollution control property.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/09
| Environment--Air | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 3404 81-0 (2009)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to fees imposed by certain counties on operators of gas wells and oil and gas waste disposal wells.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| County Government--Finance | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas
HB 3543 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the creation of a Don't Mess with Texas Water program to prevent illegal dumping that affects the surface waters of this state.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | SIGNS | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES | Water--General
HB 3547 81-0 (2009)
Author: Elkins, GarySponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to an order for the closure of unregistered dry cleaning facilities and dry cleaning drop stations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/09
| Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 3550 81-0 (2009)
Author: King, TracySponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and related entities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on intent calendar
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3805 81-0 (2009)
Author: Frost, Stephen
Relating to the use of sediment control ponds to satisfy certain environmental and safety requirements at surface coal mining operations.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Safety
HB 3980 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the eligibility requirements for, selection criteria for, and awarding of grants under programs of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | DISCRIMINATION | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Taxation--General | Water--General
HB 4027 81-0 (2009)
Author: Christian, Wayne
Relating to limitations on the location of Class II injection wells.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | INJECTION WELLS | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 4028 81-0 (2009)
Author: Christian, Wayne
Relating to testing requirements for certain commercial injection wells.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | INJECTION WELLS | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 4286 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the disposal of sewage by boats.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| BOATS & BOATING | Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 4299 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, PatrickSponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to rainwater harvesting and other water conservation initiatives.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on intent calendar
| BUILDING CONSTRUCTION | City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | PERMITS | PROPERTY OWNERS' & HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATIONS | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WATER--CONSERVATION
SB 273 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to testing requirements for certain commercial injection wells.
Senate: Natural Resources
Co-author authorized
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | PERMITS
SB 274 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to limitations on the location of injection wells.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | PERMITS
SB 457 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to penalty assessment for violations of the Texas Clean Air Act committed by major sources.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 540 81-0 (2009)
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.
Relating to notice of an application for a permit to dispose of oil and gas waste in a disposal well.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist.
SB 656 81-0 (2009)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to notice of an application for a permit to dispose of oil and gas waste in a commercial disposal well; creating an offense.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE
SB 752 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Wendy | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to a restriction on the formation in which certain commercial disposal wells permitted by the Railroad Commission of Texas may inject oil and gas waste.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Water--General
SB 800 81-0 (2009)
Author: Williams, Tommy
Relating to a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality water quality protection area pilot program applicable to portions of the San Jacinto River; providing penalties.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | SAN JACINTO RIVER | Water--General
SB 822 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing discharges of sewage effluent into any water in the contributing or recharge zone of the San Antonio or Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | SEWAGE SLUDGE
SB 876 81-0 (2009)
Author: Averitt, KipSponsor: Dunnam, Jim
Relating to the performance of annual soil tests for certain concentrated animal feeding operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1080 81-0 (2009)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to compliance with federal occupational safety and health standards in environmental enforcement.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/09
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Safety
SB 1099 81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing direct discharges of waste or pollutants into water in certain areas associated with the Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| BARTON SPRINGS-EDWARDS AQUIFER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 1299 81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the regulation of stormwater management by certain counties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | Water--General
SB 1405 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of an advisory committee to assist the Texas Water Development Board in incorporating the potential effects of climate variability into the state water plan.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 1406 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.
Relating to the consideration of the effects of climate variability on water supplies in regional and state water plans.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 1688 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to performance standards for plumbing fixtures sold in this state.
Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report printed and distributed
| Environment--Water | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PLUMBERS & PLUMBING | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
SB 1711 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Frost, Stephen
Relating to the use of reservoirs for sediment control or to satisfy certain environmental and safety requirements at surface mining operations.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Safety
SB 1748 81-0 (2009)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the issuance of a certificate for a municipal setting designation.
Senate: Natural Resources
Not again placed on intent calendar
| City Government--General | Environment--Water
SB 1846 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and related entities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| CONCHO RIVER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2215 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the regulation of the storage of coal ash.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources
SB 2445 81-0 (2009)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the disposal of sewage by certain boats.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/09
| BOATS & BOATING | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SR 1100 81-0 (2009)
Author: Averitt, Kip
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 3526.
Received by the Secretary of the Senate
| BUILDING CONSTRUCTION | City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | PERMITS | PROPERTY OWNERS' & HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATIONS | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
HB 3 80-0 (2007)
Author: Puente, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the management of the water resources of the state, including the protection of instream flows and freshwater inflows, and to the management of groundwater in the area regulated by the Edwards Aquifer Authority and to the operations and oversight of the authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
See remarks for effective date
| EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 4 80-0 (2007)
Author: Puente, RobertSponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to water conservation.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
See remarks for effective date
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--Development | Water--Rights
HB 147 80-0 (2007)
Author: Phillips, LarrySponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the deferral of an administrative penalty imposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality against certain utilities and districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/07
| City Government--Finance | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer | Water--Development
HB 450 80-0 (2007)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to possessing a glass container within the boundaries of certain riverbeds; providing criminal penalties.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Considered in Calendars
| Environment--General | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | LITTER | Water--General
HB 1254 80-0 (2007)
Author: Bonnen, DennisSponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to environmental permitting fees and electronic reporting.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/07
| Electronic Information Systems | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1681 80-0 (2007)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the preservation for development of sites of unique value for regional water supply reservoirs and the preservation of river and stream segments of unique ecological value.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | Water--Development
HB 1719 80-0 (2007)
Author: McReynolds, JimSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to requiring landowners to report the burial of certain animal carcasses.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Agriculture | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 2001 80-0 (2007)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to a program to control or eradicate nuisance aquatic vegetation.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Parks & Wildlife--General | Taxation--Motor Fuels
HB 2187 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hartnett, Will | et. al.
Relating to the development, management, and preservation of the water resources of the state.
House: Natural Resources
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
| Environment--Water | Water--Development
HB 2318 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to compliance histories for and incentives to reward compliance performance by entities regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2482 80-0 (2007)
Author: Cook, RobertSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the requirements regarding persons who service or maintain on-site sewage disposal systems; imposing an administrative penalty.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/07
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2654 80-0 (2007)
Author: Puente, RobertSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the regulation of the use of an injection well to inject nonhazardous brine from a desalination operation or to inject nonhazardous drinking water treatment residuals.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/07
| DESALINATION | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Water--General
HB 2875 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to the liability for costs for the management of spilled or discharged hazardous substances.
House: Environmental Regulation
Withdrawn from schedule
| Environment--Water | HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
HB 2876 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to violations relating to hazardous waste.
House: Environmental Regulation
Withdrawn from schedule
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water
HB 2915 80-0 (2007)
Author: Kuempel, Edmund
Relating to damage to an aquifer by projects for storage of appropriated water
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 2922 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to the prevention of groundwater contamination by swimming pool and spa chemicals; providing a penalty.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
HB 2929 80-0 (2007)
Author: Van Arsdale, Corbin
Relating to the application of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality's water quality protection area pilot program to portions of the Spring Creek watershed.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HARRIS COUNTY | Mines & Mineral Resources
HB 3018 80-0 (2007)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to the assessment of charges by certain local governments to fund a stormwater permitting program under federal law.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 3039 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing discharges of treated wastewater into or adjacent to any water in the contributing or recharge zone of the Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | PERMITS
HB 3058 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the ad valorem tax appraisal of certain real property on which action is taken to conserve groundwater.
House: Ways & Means
Withdrawn from schedule
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous | WATER--CONSERVATION
HB 3073 80-0 (2007)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the transfer of responsibility for the National Flood Insurance Program from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the Texas Water Development Board and the administration and funding of the program.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FLOODS | Governor | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
HB 3098 80-0 (2007)
Author: Puente, RobertSponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the fees imposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality in connection with plans that are subject to review and approval under the commission's rules for the protection of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/07
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--General | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3220 80-0 (2007)
Author: Elkins, GarySponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the environmental regulation and remediation of dry cleaning facilities.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
HB 3230 80-0 (2007)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to the prevention of surface water or groundwater pollution from certain evaporation pits.
House: Natural Resources
Reported favorably as substituted
| Environment--Water
HB 3596 80-0 (2007)
Author: Raymond, Richard | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a program for detecting and giving notice of an unauthorized discharge of industrial, municipal, or other waste into any water in the state.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3631 80-0 (2007)
Author: Van Arsdale, Corbin
Relating to the location of a quarry and associated pits in relation to residences in certain counties.
House: Natural Resources
Withdrawn from schedule
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | Housing--General | Malpractice--Professionals | Mines & Mineral Resources | ROCK QUARRIES & PITS | Water--General
HB 3774 80-0 (2007)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to the performance standards for plumbing fixtures sold in this state.
House: Natural Resources
Withdrawn from schedule
| Environment--Water | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PLUMBERS & PLUMBING | Water--General
HB 3775 80-0 (2007)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to performance standards for plumbing fixtures sold in this state.
House: Natural Resources
Withdrawn from schedule
| Environment--Water | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PLUMBERS & PLUMBING | Water--General
HB 3780 80-0 (2007)
Author: Bonnen, DennisSponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to initiation of enforcement by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for violations based on information received from a private individual.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on intent calendar
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 4126 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the regulation of certain quarries located along the headwaters of the Upper Guadalupe River by the Upper Guadalupe River Authority.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | UPPER GUADALUPE RIVER AUTHORITY
HJR 70 80-0 (2007)
Author: Farabee, David
Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the right to hunt, fish, and otherwise enjoy reasonable access to certain natural resources and the right to enjoy clean air and water.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | Environment--Water | Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
SB 359 80-0 (2007)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Van Arsdale, Corbin
Relating to a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality water quality protection area pilot program applicable to portions of the San Jacinto River; providing penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General
SB 595 80-0 (2007)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the allocation of revenue from the state hotel tax to clean and maintain rivers in certain municipalities located in counties in a park and recreation district.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
| City Government--Finance | Environment--Water | Taxation--Hotel, Motel Occupancy
SB 825 80-0 (2007)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to a program to control or eradicate nuisance aquatic vegetation.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Parks & Wildlife--General | Taxation--Motor Fuels
SB 1013 80-0 (2007)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas to regulate warning signs appurtenant to certain pipeline facilities; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Water | HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | SIGNS
SB 1037 80-0 (2007)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Darby, Drew
Relating to the prevention of surface water or groundwater pollution from certain evaporation pits.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/07
| Environment--Water
SB 1281 80-0 (2007)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to certain permit requirements concerning solid waste facilities, including recycling facilities, that are located on the recharge or transition zone of a sole source aquifer.
Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report printed and distributed
| Environment--Recycling | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | PERMITS
SB 1343 80-0 (2007)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the regulation of the use of an injection well to inject nonhazardous brine from a desalination operation or to inject nonhazardous drinking water treatment residuals.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| DESALINATION | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Water--General
SB 1670 80-0 (2007)
Author: Averitt, KipSponsor: Crownover, Myra
Relating to certificates of compliance issued by the Railroad Commission of Texas to owners or operators of certain wells subject to the jurisdiction of the commission.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/07
| Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 1671 80-0 (2007)
Author: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the financial responsibility requirements applicable to owners or operators of certain underground storage tanks.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | STORAGE TANKS
SB 1675 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the authority of local governments to enforce a water pollution control and abatement program and establish standards and practices for water quality.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--Water
SB 1837 80-0 (2007)
Author: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the regulation of uranium mining and disposal of certain radioactive materials and low-level radioactive waste.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Mines & Mineral Resources
SB 1932 80-0 (2007)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: Puente, Robert
Relating to the assessment of charges by certain local governments to fund a stormwater permitting program under federal law.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/07
| Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 1959 80-0 (2007)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to damage to an aquifer by projects for storage of appropriated water.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 86 79-0 (2005)
Author: Smith, Wayne | et. al.Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to compliance histories for and incentives to reward compliance performance by entities regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 708 79-0 (2005)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis | et. al.Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the issuance of permits by the School Land Board authorizing continued use of certain structures on coastal public land.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | PERMITS | SCHOOL LAND BOARD | Water--Rights
HB 785 79-0 (2005)
Author: Miller, Sid
Relating to authorizing a temporary wind up permit for a concentrated animal feeding operation the permit for which has been revoked.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
| Agriculture | Environment--General | Environment--Water | PERMITS
HB 910 79-0 (2005)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the relationship between the amount of an administrative penalty imposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the economic benefit of the violation to the alleged violator.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1047 79-0 (2005)
Author: Chisum, WarrenSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the offense of failing to certify compliance of an underground storage tank before accepting delivery of the regulated substance to be stored in the tank.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on intent calendar
| Common Carriers | Energy--Fuel Storage | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water
HB 1223 79-0 (2005)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to performance standards for toilets sold in this state.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water | PLUMBERS & PLUMBING | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
HB 1493 79-0 (2005)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the publication of notice of intent to obtain a permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for a facility located or proposed to be located in certain populous counties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 1705 79-0 (2005)
Author: Bonnen, DennisSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the release of hazardous waste in connection with dredging and placement or storage of dredged materials by a port authority or navigation district.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--Navigation & Ports
HB 1794 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hegar, Glenn | et. al.
Relating to the development of the Trans-Texas Corridor.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
| Environment--Water | Highways | TRANS-TEXAS CORRIDOR | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 1832 79-0 (2005)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to power of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to authorize an installment payment schedule for the payment of certain administrative penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General
HB 1899 79-0 (2005)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to the regulation and permitting of a commercial industrial solid waste facility connected to a publicly owned treatment works facility.
House: Environmental Regulation
Laid on the table subject to call
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | PERMITS
HB 2032 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hilderbran, HarveySponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the expansion of the operation game thief program to include certain other violations of law.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
| Crime Prevention | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Property | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Environment--General | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Historic Preservation & Museums | Parks & Wildlife--General | Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing | Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety | State Finances--Appropriations | Taxation--Sales | Water--General
HB 2133 79-0 (2005)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the use of an administrative penalty imposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality against a municipally owned utility to ameliorate the violation for which the penalty was imposed.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| City Government--Finance | City Government--Utilities | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Water--Development
HB 2376 79-0 (2005)
Author: Elkins, GarySponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the environmental regulation and remediation of dry cleaning facilities; imposing a penalty.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
| CHEMICALS, VOLATILE | Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State
HB 2429 79-0 (2005)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to water and energy saving performance standards for commercial clothes-washing machines.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Energy--Conservation | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES | WATER--CONSERVATION
HB 2432 79-0 (2005)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to the plugging of abandoned or deteriorated water wells.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | LICENSING & REGULATION, DEPARTMENT OF | WATER WELL DRILLERS & PUMP INSTALLERS | WATER WELL DRILLERS ADVISORY COUNCIL | Water--General
HB 2455 79-0 (2005)
Author: Talton, Robert
Relating to the elements of the criminal offense of discharging used oil into water in the state.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | WATER & SEWER SERVICE | Water--General
HB 2510 79-0 (2005)
Author: Bonnen, DennisSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the regulation of on-site sewage disposal systems and the maintenance of those systems; imposing administrative and criminal penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
See remarks for effective date
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2824 79-0 (2005)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to the regulation of certain dry cleaning facilities.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
| CHEMICALS, VOLATILE | Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water
HB 2832 79-0 (2005)
Author: Cook, Robert
Relating to the authority of a municipality to enforce a water pollution control and abatement program and establish standards and practices for water quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Withdrawn from schedule
| City Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General
HB 2846 79-0 (2005)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to the certification by a manufacturer of certain on-site sewage disposal systems of a person to maintain or provide training in maintenance of the system.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2886 79-0 (2005)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the protection of water quality in watersheds threatened by quarry activities; establishing a pilot program; providing a penalty.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| BRAZOS RIVER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | ROCK QUARRIES & PITS | Water--General
HB 2982 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, George
Relating to the transfer of the regulation of injection wells used for in situ uranium mining or for the disposal of waste from in situ uranium mining from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3185 79-0 (2005)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to exemptions from permitting requirements for dams and reservoirs on private property.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Agriculture | Environment--Water | PERMITS | Property Interests--Real Property | Water--Development
HCR 238 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Estes, Craig
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 2201.
Signed by the Governor
| Energy--General | Environment--Air | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Mines & Mineral Resources | Resolutions--Corrective | Utilities--Electric
HR 2237 79-0 (2005)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2510.
Reported enrolled
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports
SB 444 79-0 (2005)
Author: Staples, ToddSponsor: Hopson, Chuck | et. al.
Relating to registration fee credits for the owners of certain dry cleaning facilities that do not participate in the dry cleaning facility release fund.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 485 79-0 (2005)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to the regulation of underground and aboveground storage tanks.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas
SB 519 79-0 (2005)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to compliance histories for and incentives to reward compliance performance by entities regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 681 79-0 (2005)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the offense of failing to certify compliance of an underground storage tank before accepting delivery of the regulated substance to be stored in the tank.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Common Carriers | Energy--Fuel Storage | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water
SB 699 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the relationship between the amount of an administrative penalty imposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the economic benefit of the violation to the alleged violator.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 932 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the establishment of the maintenance of adequate environmental flows as a goal for regional water planning.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Water--General
SB 947 79-0 (2005)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the release of hazardous waste in connection with dredging and placement or storage of dredged materials by a port authority or navigation district.
Senate: Natural Resources
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--Navigation & Ports
SB 1129 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the authority to require a convicted person to perform manual labor for certain public purposes.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Environment--Water | PRISON LABOR
SB 1281 79-0 (2005)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to the regulation and permitting of a commercial industrial solid waste facility connected to a publicly owned treatment works facility.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | PERMITS
SB 1297 79-0 (2005)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: Talton, Robert
Relating to the elements of the criminal offense of discharging used oil into water in the state.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
| Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | WATER & SEWER SERVICE | Water--General
SB 1354 79-0 (2005)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the protection of water quality in watersheds threatened by quarry activities; establishing a pilot program in a certain portion of the Brazos River watershed; providing penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| BRAZOS RIVER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | ROCK QUARRIES & PITS | Water--General
SB 1363 79-0 (2005)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the authority of a municipality to enforce a water pollution control and abatement program and establish standards and practices for water quality.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| City Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General
SB 1451 79-0 (2005)
Author: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the management of groundwater.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | WATER WELL DRILLERS & PUMP INSTALLERS | Water--General
SB 1678 79-0 (2005)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the powers of the Lower Colorado River Authority to adopt and implement certain environmental conservation measures.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| CONSERVATION OF WILDLIFE | Energy--Conservation | Environment--Water | LIGHTING | LOWER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1858 79-0 (2005)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: Smith, Wayne
Relating to the authority of local governments to enforce a water pollution control and abatement program and establish standards and practices for water quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--Water
SR 1095 79-0 (2005)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2510.
Reported enrolled
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports
HB 39 79-1 (2005)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to compliance histories for and incentives to reward compliance performance by entities regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 40 79-1 (2005)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to the management of the water resources of the state, including the protection of instream flows and freshwater inflows.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL FLOWS COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | Water--Rights
SB 15 79-1 (2005)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the management of the water resources of the state, including the protection of instream flows and freshwater inflows.
Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report printed and distributed
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL FLOWS COMMISSION | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | Water--Rights
HB 44 78-0 (2003)
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the duties of and the renaming of the small business stationary source assistance program as the small business compliance assistance program.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/03
| Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business | Environment--Air | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | HISTORICALLY UNDERUTILIZED BUSINESSES
HB 206 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to the protection of the natural condition of the beds and banks of state-owned watercourses; providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Vehicles & Traffic--General | Water--General
HB 305 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the protection of public freshwater areas; providing a penalty.
House: State Cultural and Recreational Resources
Postponed
| Environment--Water | Property Interests--General | RECREATIONAL & ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 423 78-0 (2003)
Author: Christian, Wayne
Relating to restrictions on the transfer of groundwater from a rural county to another county.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | PERMITS | RURAL | Water--General
HB 487 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to a requirement that certain irrigation systems have rain shut-off devices.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Water | IRRIGATION & IRRIGATORS | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
HB 488 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to performance standards for toilets sold in the state.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water | PLUMBERS & PLUMBING | WATER--CONSERVATION
HB 489 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to water and energy saving performance standards for commercial clothes-washing machines.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Energy--Conservation | Environment--Water | HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES | WATER--CONSERVATION
HB 645 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, RobertSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to prohibiting the creation or enforcement of certain restrictive covenants that undermine water conservation.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
| Environment--Water | IRRIGATION & IRRIGATORS | Property Interests--Property Owners Association | Property Interests--Real Property | RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
HB 755 78-0 (2003)
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the offense of failing to certify compliance of an underground storage tank before accepting delivery of the regulated substance to be stored in the tank.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
| Energy--Fuel Storage | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water
HB 877 78-0 (2003)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the relationship between the amount of an administrative penalty imposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the economic benefit of the violation to the alleged violator.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 942 78-0 (2003)
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to certain bond requirements for persons engaged in certain activities under the jurisdiction of the Railroad Commission of Texas other than the ownership or operation of wells.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
| BONDS | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | WATER WELL DRILLERS & PUMP INSTALLERS | Water--General
HB 975 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to the plugging of abandoned or deteriorated water wells.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | WATER WELL DRILLERS & PUMP INSTALLERS
HB 1005 78-0 (2003)
Author: Haggerty, PatSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to emergency orders and penalties for rock crushers and concrete plants.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Postponed
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Water | PERMITS
HB 1063 78-0 (2003)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to compliance histories for and incentives to reward compliance performance by entities regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Postponed
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1148 78-0 (2003)
Author: Miller, Sid
Relating to authorizing a temporary wind up permit for a concentrated animal feeding operation the permit for which has not been renewed or has been revoked.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Placed on Major State Calendar
| Animals | Environment--General | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | PERMITS
HB 1150 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, RobertSponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the financing of certain local water, conservation, and open-space projects in accordance with the law governing sports and community venue projects.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| City Government--Finance | City Government--General | Environment--Water | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
HB 1151 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to the protection by a municipality of a lake that is a source of water supply.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| City Government--General | Environment--Water
HB 1152 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, RobertSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the authority of certain nonprofit water supply corporations and sewer service corporations to establish and enforce customer water conservation measures.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | WATER & SEWER SERVICE | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
HB 1231 78-0 (2003)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to management of the Gulf Coast Intracoastal Waterway.
House: Transportation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | GULF COAST INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY | Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 1357 78-0 (2003)
Author: Miller, Sid
Relating to requiring a person who files a complaint against a concentrated animal feeding operation to pay a deposit.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
| Animals | Environment--General | Environment--Water | PERMITS
HB 1358 78-0 (2003)
Author: Miller, Sid
Relating to procedures for protesting the renewal of a permit for a concentrated animal feeding operation.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
| Animals | Environment--General | Environment--Water | PERMITS
HB 1366 78-0 (2003)
Author: Elkins, GarySponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the environmental regulation and remediation of certain dry cleaning facilities; providing penalties.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Natural Resources
See remarks for effective date
| CHEMICALS, VOLATILE | Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1370 78-0 (2003)
Author: Luna, VilmaSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the study and implementation of seawater desalination.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| DESALINATION | Environment--Water | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development
HB 1402 78-0 (2003)
Author: West, George
Relating to oil spill prevention and response.
House: Energy Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Oil & Gas
HB 1646 78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to a study of the regulation, design, planning, construction, installation, operation, maintenance, and inspection of on-site sewage disposal systems.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2031 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, RobertSponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to the regulation of stormwater management by certain counties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | FLOODS
HB 2529 78-0 (2003)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to enforcement actions against a small water supply, sewer, wastewater treatment, or solid waste disposal service being integrated into a regional service.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
HB 2660 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, RobertSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the establishment of minimum levels of water conservation in water conservation plans.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
HB 2661 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, RobertSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the use of graywater.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
| Environment--Water | HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES | Housing--General | PERMITS | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
HB 2663 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, RobertSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the establishment of quantifiable goals for drought contingency plans.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| DROUGHT | Environment--Water | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
HB 2875 78-0 (2003)
Author: Bonnen, DennisSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the definition of "dispose of" for purposes of criminal penalties imposed under the Water Code.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report printed and distributed
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
HB 2940 78-0 (2003)
Author: McReynolds, JimSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the funding of the administrative costs of the Texas Environmental Education Partnership Fund Board.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP FUND BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3337 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to the purposes for which state water may be appropriated.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Water--Rights
HCR 245 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Addressing issues relative to small community water systems that face exceptional physical or financial circumstances in attempting to comply with federal Safe Drinking Water Act requirements relating to naturally occurring materials.
House: Environmental Regulation
Received from the House
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HCR 246 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Memorializing the U.S. congress to provide funding or statutory relief relating to naturally occurring materials and associated regulatory effects on small community water systems.
House: Environmental Regulation
Received from the House
| Environment--Water | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | Resolutions--Memorializing Congress | SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT
SB 155 78-0 (2003)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Puente, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the protection of public freshwater areas; providing a penalty.
House: State Cultural and Recreational Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
| Environment--Water | Property Interests--General | RECREATIONAL & ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 455 78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: Smith, Wayne
Relating to compliance histories for and incentives to reward compliance performance by entities regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 550 78-0 (2003)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the protection by a municipality of a lake that is a source of water supply.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| City Government--General | Environment--Water
SB 619 78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: West, George
Relating to oil spill prevention and response.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Oil & Gas
SB 743 78-0 (2003)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the study and implementation of seawater desalination.
Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report printed and distributed
| DESALINATION | Environment--Water | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
SB 778 78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to water and energy saving performance standards for commercial clothes-washing machines.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Energy--Conservation | Environment--Water | HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES | WATER--CONSERVATION
SB 779 78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to prohibiting the creation or enforcement of certain restrictive covenants that undermine water conservation.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | IRRIGATION & IRRIGATORS | Property Interests--Property Owners Association | Property Interests--Real Property | RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
SB 780 78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to a requirement that certain irrigation systems have rain shut-off devices.
Senate: Natural Resources
Received from the Senate
| Environment--Water | IRRIGATION & IRRIGATORS | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
SB 781 78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to performance standards for toilets and water leak detection systems.
Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report printed and distributed
| Environment--Water | PLUMBERS & PLUMBING | WATER--CONSERVATION
SB 799 78-0 (2003)
Author: Jackson, Mike | et. al.
Relating to the environmental regulation and remediation of certain dry cleaning facilities; providing penalties.
Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report printed and distributed
| CHEMICALS, VOLATILE | Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 953 78-0 (2003)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to the regulation of stormwater management by certain counties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | FLOODS
SB 1016 78-0 (2003)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the financing of certain local water, conservation, and open-space projects in accordance with the law governing sports and community venue projects.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| City Government--Finance | City Government--General | Environment--Water | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
SB 1053 78-0 (2003)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Geren, Charlie
Relating to certain water pollution and conservation programs administered by the Texas Water Development Board.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
| Agriculture | BONDS | Environment--Water | Financial--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WATER--CONSERVATION
SB 1379 78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the authority of a municipality to enforce water conservation and drought ordinances.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| City Government--General | DROUGHT | Environment--Water | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
SB 1402 78-0 (2003)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to management of the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | GULF COAST INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY | Transportation--Miscellaneous
SB 1633 78-0 (2003)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Puente, Robert
Relating to the installation and use of a water softener or reverse osmosis system by an owner of an on-site sewage disposal system.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
| Environment--Water | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
SB 1843 78-0 (2003)
Author: Staples, Todd
Relating to the purposes for which state water may be appropriated.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Water--Rights
HB 112 78-1 (2003)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to compliance histories for and incentives to reward compliance performance by entities regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 113 78-1 (2003)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to the validation of certain Texas Commission on Environmental Quality rules regarding general permits related to the protection of water quality.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 55 78-1 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to compliance histories for and incentives to reward compliance performance by entities regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Scheduled for formal meeting on . . . .
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 28 78-2 (2003)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to compliance histories for and incentives to reward compliance performance by entities regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Reported engrossed
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 36 78-2 (2003)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the environmental regulation and remediation of certain dry cleaning facilities.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
| CHEMICALS, VOLATILE | Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 36 78-3 (2003)
Author: Smith, WayneSponsor: Ogden, Steve
Relating to compliance histories for and incentives to reward compliance performance by entities regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Finance
No action taken in committee
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 49 78-3 (2003)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the environmental regulation and remediation of certain dry cleaning facilities.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| CHEMICALS, VOLATILE | Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 67 78-3 (2003)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the environmental regulation and remediation of certain dry cleaning facilities.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| CHEMICALS, VOLATILE | Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 525 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the continuation of and to the grant-making authority of the On-site Wastewater Treatment Research Council.
House: Environmental Regulation
Laid on the table subject to call
| Environment--Water | ON-SITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT RESEARCH COUNCIL
HB 622 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lewis, Ron | et. al.
Relating to financing rural water projects.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | RURAL | RURAL WATER ASSISTANCE FUND | Utilities--General | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
HB 641 77-0 (2001)
Author: Flores, Kino
Relating to requiring the comptroller to study the state and federal mandates affecting the region of the state near the border with Mexico.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| BORDER | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Courts--Judges | Environment--Water | MEXICO | NORTH AMERICAN FREE TRADE AGREEMENT--NAFTA | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 1226 77-0 (2001)
Author: Hamric, Peggy
Relating to performance measures for innovative regulatory programs implemented by the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1389 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shields, John
Relating to the classification of the use of water for the irrigation of horticultural products for purposes of regulation by the Edwards Aquifer Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Subcommittee members named
| EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY | Environment--Water | IRRIGATION & IRRIGATORS | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1858 77-0 (2001)
Author: Kitchen, Ann | et. al.
Relating to a limitation on the authority of certain limited partnerships to engage as common carriers in the pipeline business.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| Business & Commerce--General | Environment--Water | Insurance--Property & Casualty | Oil & Gas | PIPELINE SAFETY
HB 2131 77-0 (2001)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to certain matters regarding oil and gas regulation, including fees, plugging of wells, required financial security, and offenses.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | Oil & Gas
HB 2668 77-0 (2001)
Author: Christian, Wayne
Relating to restrictions on the transfer of groundwater from a rural county to another county.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | PERMITS | RURAL | Water--General
HB 2699 77-0 (2001)
Author: Averitt, Kip | et. al.
Relating to the protection of water quality in certain watersheds from pollution from animal feeding operations.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Animals | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | NORTH BOSQUE RIVER WATERSHED COUNCIL
HB 2736 77-0 (2001)
Author: Counts, David
Relating to the conservation, management, and use of groundwater.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources
HB 2968 77-0 (2001)
Author: Cook, Robert
Relating to the management, conservation, and use of groundwater.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Agriculture | BARTON SPRINGS-EDWARDS AQUIFER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER--CONSERVATION
HB 3020 77-0 (2001)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to the creation of an offense relating to, and increased criminal penalties for, certain discharges of waste or pollutants.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Environment--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water
HB 3023 77-0 (2001)
Author: Chisum, WarrenSponsor: Bivins, Teel
Relating to water quality permit applications for certain facilities located near a sole-source drinking water supply.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
| Animals | Environment--Water | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
HB 3037 77-0 (2001)
Author: Walker, GarySponsor: Staples, Todd
Relating to the regulation of spacing and production of wells by a groundwater conservation district.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation
HB 3045 77-0 (2001)
Author: Luna, Vilma
Relating to diversion by a permit holder of water for wetland enhancement.
House: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 3145 77-0 (2001)
Author: Hartnett, Will
Relating to contracts between municipalities and the Trinity River Authority for the treatment of sewage effluent.
House: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRINITY RIVER BASIN
HB 3188 77-0 (2001)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to the plugging of abandoned or deteriorated water wells.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | WATER WELL DRILLERS & PUMP INSTALLERS
HB 3228 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shields, John | et. al.
Relating to containment systems required for certain underground storage tanks.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | STORAGE TANKS
HB 3355 77-0 (2001)
Author: McReynolds, JimSponsor: Staples, Todd
Relating to water quality management plans for agricultural and silvicultural facilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
| Agriculture | Environment--Water | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE
HB 3426 77-0 (2001)
Author: Merritt, Tommy
Relating to the transfer of responsibility for responding to and cleaning up certain oil discharges in coastal areas to the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3427 77-0 (2001)
Author: Merritt, Tommy
Relating to the composition of the oil-field cleanup fund, the amounts of certain fees deposited to the credit of the fund, and the use of money in the fund.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3527 77-0 (2001)
Author: Counts, David
Relating to the use of certain fees by the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3528 77-0 (2001)
Author: Counts, David
Relating to the consolidation and use of certain fees under Chapter 26, Water Code.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Water--Rights
HB 3562 77-0 (2001)
Author: Dunnam, Jim
Relating to the authority of a municipality to enforce laws protecting water quality.
House: Natural Resources
Subcommittee members named
| City Government--General | Environment--Water
HCR 262 77-0 (2001)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Urging federal and state reconsideration of the necessity of designating the Arkansas River shiner as a threatened species and the necessity of designating critical habitat in Texas for the Arkansas River shiner.
House: State Recreational Resources
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| ARKANSAS RIVER SHINER | ATTORNEY GENERAL | CANADIAN RIVER | ENDANGERED SPECIES | Environment--Water | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | Resolutions--Memorializing Congress | Water--Rights
HCR 329 77-0 (2001)
Author: Walker, GarySponsor: Staples, Todd
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house of representatives to make corrections in H.B. No. 3037.
Signed by the Governor
| Environment--Water | Resolutions--Corrective | Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation
HR 254 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brown, Fred
Expressing support for the Global Ocean Observing System, the Gulf of Mexico Ocean Observing System, and participation in the Gulf system by Texas A&M University and other Texas institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Environment--Water | GLOBAL OCEAN OBSERVING SYSTEM | GULF OF MEXICO OCEAN OBSERVING SYSTEM | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HR 255 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brown, Fred
Expressing support for the efforts of Texas A&M University in seeking designation as the Science Operator for the Integrated Ocean Drilling Program.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Environment--Water | INTEGRATED OCEAN DRILLING PROGRAM | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
SB 182 77-0 (2001)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the regulation of drinking water at certain youth camps.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Water | Health--General | Minors--Health & Safety | YOUTH CAMP
SB 228 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.Sponsor: Flores, Kino
Relating to requiring certain state agencies to study the state and federal mandates affecting the region of the state near the border with Mexico.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
| BORDER | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Courts--Judges | Environment--Water | MEXICO | NORTH AMERICAN FREE TRADE AGREEMENT--NAFTA | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 289 77-0 (2001)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth | et. al.Sponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the exemption of small hydroelectric facilities from water quality management and watermaster fees.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
| Environment--Water | Utilities--Electric | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 325 77-0 (2001)
Author: Sibley, David
Relating to protection of water quality from certain animal feeding operations.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Animals | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water
SB 356 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Hamric, Peggy
Relating to performance measures for innovative regulatory programs implemented by the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 687 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brown, J. E.Sponsor: Chisum, Warren
Relating to criminal penalties for the intentional or knowing discharge of waste or pollutants.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Environment--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water
SB 749 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.Sponsor: Haggerty, Pat
Relating to the authority of the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission to participate in environmental projects in Mexico and to study means to reduce air pollutants in certain facilities in the border region.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
| Environment--Air | Environment--Water | MEXICO | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 800 77-0 (2001)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the regulation of the subdivision of land under the jurisdiction of counties.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
| County Government--Land Use & Zoning | County Government--Roads | Environment--Water | PLATTING
SB 828 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lindsay, JonSponsor: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the continuation of and to the grant-making authority of the On-site Wastewater Treatment Research Council.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Water | ON-SITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT RESEARCH COUNCIL
SB 1019 77-0 (2001)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to certain matters regarding oil and gas regulation, including fees, plugging of wells, required financial security, and offenses.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | Oil & Gas
SB 1025 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to the consolidation and use of certain fees under Chapter 26, Water Code.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS | Water--Rights
SB 1027 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to the use of certain fees by the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1071 77-0 (2001)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: Chisum, Warren
Relating to contested case hearings regarding applications for certain environmental permits.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | Environment--Air | Environment--Water | PERMITS | Water--General
SB 1283 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to requiring the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission to file a report on the state of the Rio Grande.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | RIO GRANDE RIVER | Water--General
SB 1339 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ogden, SteveSponsor: McReynolds, Jim
Relating to requiring owners or operators of poultry facilities to implement and maintain certified water quality management plans.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
See remarks for effective date
| Agriculture | Animals | Environment--Water | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE
SB 1441 77-0 (2001)
Author: Truan, Carlos
Relating to diversion by a permit holder of water for wetland enhancement.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Water--General
SB 1599 77-0 (2001)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to containment systems required for certain underground storage tanks.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | STORAGE TANKS
SB 1603 77-0 (2001)
Author: Staples, Todd
Relating to water quality management plans for agricultural facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Tabled in committee
| Agriculture | Environment--Water
SB 1643 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bernsen, David
Relating to the review by the governor of certain conveyances for conservation purposes.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Animals | Environment--General | Environment--Water | Governor | Parks & Wildlife--General
SCR 51 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bivins, TeelSponsor: Chisum, Warren
Urging federal and state reconsideration of the necessity of designating the Arkansas River shiner as a threatened species and the necessity of designating critical habitat in Texas for the Arkansas River shiner.
House: State Recreational Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Signed by the Governor
| ARKANSAS RIVER SHINER | ATTORNEY GENERAL | CANADIAN RIVER | ENDANGERED SPECIES | Environment--Water | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | Resolutions--Memorializing Congress | Water--Rights
HB 530 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to financial assistance provided by the state for the implementation of environmentally sensitive irrigation methods.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock
| Agriculture | Environment--Water | IRRIGATION & IRRIGATORS | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 732 76-0 (1999)
Author: Bosse, FredSponsor: Brown, J. E.
Relating to stormwater management and regulation by certain political subdivisions; providing a penalty.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| County Government--General | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Environment--Water | Political Subdivisions
HB 963 76-0 (1999)
Author: Jones, DelwinSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the protection of playa lakes by certain home-rule municipalities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/99
| City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Water
HB 1074 76-0 (1999)
Author: Krusee, MikeSponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to public notification of certain accidental discharges or spills into water.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
| Environment--Water | Health--General
HB 1249 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to contracts by school districts, institutions of higher education, and state agencies for water conservation measures.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Education--General | Environment--Water | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Water--General
HB 1283 76-0 (1999)
Author: Counts, DavidSponsor: Brown, J. E.
Relating to general permits for the discharge of wastewater.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | PERMITS
HB 1378 76-0 (1999)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to a study and report on the development of an information system relating to the use of certain pesticides that may affect sources of drinking water.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Agriculture | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Health--General | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES
HB 1479 76-0 (1999)
Author: Clark, RonSponsor: Bivins, Teel
Relating to wastewater discharge permits.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
| Environment--Water | PERMITS
HB 1590 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to the development of water management strategies for periods of drought.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | DROUGHT | Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 1654 76-0 (1999)
Author: Maxey, GlenSponsor: Brown, J. E.
Relating to the regulation of private sewage facilities; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
| Environment--Water
HB 1848 76-0 (1999)
Author: King, TracySponsor: Brown, J. E.
Relating to the composition of the Texas Groundwater Protection Committee.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/99
| Environment--Water | GROUNDWATER PROTECTION COMMITTEE, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | WATER WELL DRILLERS & PUMP INSTALLERS | Water--General
HB 1900 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to grants from the water loan assistance fund for certain projects.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ECONOMICALLY DISTRESSED AREAS | Environment--Water | State Finances--Appropriations | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 2013 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hilderbran, HarveySponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to the regulation of bottled or vended water.
House: Public Health Senate: Health Services
Effective on 9/1/99
| Environment--Water | Health--General | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2109 76-0 (1999)
Author: Bonnen, DennisSponsor: Brown, J. E.
Relating to limits on liability of a taxing unit for storage tanks.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/99
| Environment--Water
HB 2273 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to the certification of certain activities relating to discharges into water.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2549 76-0 (1999)
Author: Janek, Kyle
Relating to the state's artificial reef plan.
House: State Recreational Resources
Left pending in committee
| ARTIFICIAL REEFS | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Oil & Gas | Parks & Wildlife--General
HB 2561 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gray, Patricia | et. al.
Relating to the implementation and financing of approved management plans for designated estuaries of national significance in the state.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2815 76-0 (1999)
Author: Junell, RobertSponsor: Brown, J. E.
Relating to the petroleum storage tank program; providing a penalty.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
| Energy--Fuel Storage | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas
HB 2816 76-0 (1999)
Author: Junell, RobertSponsor: Brown, J. E.
Relating to the fee on delivery of certain petroleum products and to the petroleum storage tank remediation account.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
| Energy--Fuel Storage | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Oil & Gas
HB 2887 76-0 (1999)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to prohibiting construction or improvement on property near certain water sources in certain counties.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land and Resource Management
| CONSTRUCTION & BUILDING MATERIALS | County Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Water
HB 2901 76-0 (1999)
Author: Counts, David | et. al.
Relating to the appointment of an interim select committee to study the regulation of the Edwards Aquifer region; imposing a moratorium on enforcement of certain actions of the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission regarding construction in the Edwards Aquifer region.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CONSTRUCTION & BUILDING MATERIALS | Environment--Water | Interim Studies | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3027 76-0 (1999)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the uniform regulation and application of water pollution standards in the corporate limits of a municipality.
House: Land & Resource Management
Considered in Calendars
| City Government--General | Environment--Water
HB 3079 76-0 (1999)
Author: Kuempel, EdmundSponsor: Brown, J. E.
Relating to the development and financing of a statewide aquatic vegetation management plan.
House: State Recreational Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
| Agriculture | AQUACULTURE | Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 3244 76-0 (1999)
Author: Green, Rick
Relating to standards for certain groundwater rules adopted by the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3277 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cook, RobertSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to research in agriculture production and its effect on water use and availability and wildlife habitats.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Agriculture | AGRICULTURE/WILDLIFE RESEARCH & MANAGEMENT | Environment--Water | GULF OF MEXICO | Parks & Wildlife--General | TEXAS AGRICULTURAL EXPERIMENT STATION | TEXAS AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION SERVICE
HB 3312 76-0 (1999)
Author: Merritt, Tommy
Relating to the transfer of responsibility for responding to and cleaning up certain oil discharges in coastal areas to the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3349 76-0 (1999)
Author: Turner, Bob
Relating to the brush control program administered by the State Soil and Water Conservation Board.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Postponed
| Agriculture | BRUSH CONTROL | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Environment--Water | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3381 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hilderbran, HarveySponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the regulation of drinking water at certain youth camps.
House: Public Health Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | Health--General | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3400 76-0 (1999)
Author: Green, Rick
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to regulate in their extraterritorial jurisdictions nonpoint source water pollution.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land and Resource Management
| City Government--General | Environment--Water
HR 910 76-0 (1999)
Author: Counts, David
Directing the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission to create a select committee to study the regulation of the Edwards Aquifer region.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY | Environment--Water | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | Water--Rights
SB 270 76-0 (1999)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the protection of playa lakes by certain home-rule municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Water
SB 305 76-0 (1999)
Author: Brown, J. E.
Relating to contracts by school districts, institutions of higher education, and state agencies for water conservation measures.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Education--General | Environment--Water | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Water--General
SB 503 76-0 (1999)
Author: Brown, J. E.
Relating to exempting from the sales tax certain property used in manufacturing.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Environment--Water | Taxation--Sales
SB 504 76-0 (1999)
Author: Brown, J. E.
Relating to general permits for the discharge of wastewater.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | PERMITS
SB 657 76-0 (1999)
Author: Brown, J. E.Sponsor: Lewis, Ron
Relating to the development of water management strategies for periods of drought.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | DROUGHT | Environment--Water | Water--General
SB 709 76-0 (1999)
Author: Sibley, DavidSponsor: Keffer, Jim
Relating to development regulations for certain unincorporated areas located in the watershed of Lake Granbury and the Brazos River; providing a penalty.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| BRAZOS RIVER | County Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Water | HOOD COUNTY | LAKE GRANBURY
SB 898 76-0 (1999)
Author: Brown, J. E.
Relating to grants from the water loan assistance fund for certain projects.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ECONOMICALLY DISTRESSED AREAS | Environment--Water | State Finances--Appropriations | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 938 76-0 (1999)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: Green, Rick
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to regulate in their extraterritorial jurisdictions nonpoint source water pollution.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| City Government--General | Environment--Water
SB 1174 76-0 (1999)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Turner, Bob
Relating to the creation of alternate subdivision platting requirements in priority groundwater management areas.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Water | PLATTING
SB 1299 76-0 (1999)
Author: Brown, J. E.
Relating to the petroleum storage tank program; providing a penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Energy--Fuel Storage | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas
SB 1305 76-0 (1999)
Author: Brown, J. E.
Relating to stormwater management and regulation by certain political subdivisions; providing a penalty.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| County Government--General | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Environment--Water | Political Subdivisions
SB 1309 76-0 (1999)
Author: Brown, J. E.Sponsor: Chisum, Warren
Relating to the clarification of issues involved in consolidation of the enforcement authority of the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission; providing penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1433 76-0 (1999)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Puente, Robert
Relating to the assessment of certain penalties and interest by the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1772 76-0 (1999)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the allocation of revenue from certain hotel taxes for certain purposes in certain municipalities located in a park and recreation district.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | Taxation--Hotel, Motel Occupancy
SR 928 76-0 (1999)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Directing the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission to create a select committee to review the regulation of the Edwards Aquifer.
Senate: Natural Resources
Considered in public hearing
| EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY | Environment--Water | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | Water--Rights
HB 5 75-0 (1997)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to the development and management of the water resources of the state; providing penalties.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| DROUGHT PLANNING AND MONITORING COMMITTEE | Environment--Water | GROUNDWATER DISTRICT LOAN ASSISTANCE FUND | Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | State Finances--Management & Control | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 320 75-0 (1997)
Author: Krusee, MikeSponsor: Ogden, Steve
Relating to the ability of municipalities to provide water or wastewater service to a residence to preserve the quality of an aquifer the municipality uses as a water source.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days -- 9/01/97
| City Government--Utilities | Environment--Water
HB 644 75-0 (1997)
Author: Solomons, Burt
Relating to protection of public drinking water systems.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | Health--General | Safety
HB 1016 75-0 (1997)
Author: Puente, RobertSponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to fees imposed for certain plans subject to Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission approval under the commission's rules for the protection of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days -- 9/01/97
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | Water--General
HB 1160 75-0 (1997)
Author: Denny, Mary
Relating to revocation or amendment of a certificate of public convenience and necessity of a water or sewer utility.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Utilities--General
HB 1190 75-0 (1997)
Author: Counts, David | et. al.Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to monitoring of water quality in watersheds and river basins.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/97
| Environment--Water
HB 1542 75-0 (1997)
Author: Counts, DavidSponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the authorization of the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission to issue general permits by rule for the discharge of waste into or adjacent to water in the state.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/97
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | PERMITS
HB 1582 75-0 (1997)
Author: Hirschi, John | et. al.
Relating to permit and notice requirements for applicators of aquatic pesticides in certain bodies of water.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water | PESTICIDES/HERBICIDES
HB 1707 75-0 (1997)
Author: Keel, Terry | et. al.
Relating to water quality protection zones.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| Environment--Water
HB 1998 75-0 (1997)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to statewide water conservation initiatives.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 2333 75-0 (1997)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to certain fees related to water quality.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State
HB 2567 75-0 (1997)
Author: Clark, Ron
Relating to the renewal of permits for wastewater treatment facilities issued by Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | PERMITS
HB 2639 75-0 (1997)
Author: Seaman, Gene
Relating to studies related to certain maricultural activities and facilities; imposing a moratorium.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Agriculture | Environment--Water | MARICULTURE
HB 2640 75-0 (1997)
Author: Seaman, Gene
Relating to the permitting of commercial mariculture facilities for shrimp and exotic species of aquatic life in coastal counties, relating to the authority of coastal counties over certain mariculture activities, relating to a study to guide future regulation of certain mariculture activities in Texas and granting rulemaking authority.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Agriculture | Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | MARICULTURE
HB 2979 75-0 (1997)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to the protection of the water supply of a municipality.
House: Land & Resource Management
Placed on General State Calendar
| City Government--Utilities | Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 3205 75-0 (1997)
Author: Hirschi, John
Relating to the establishment of a revolving fund to finance projects to conserve energy or water and provide technical assistance for voluntary certification of environmentally conscious builders and designers.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ENERGY AND WATER CONSERVATION REVOLVING FUND | Energy--Conservation | Environment--Water | State Finances--Management & Control
HCR 145 75-0 (1997)
Author: Davila, DianaSponsor: Sibley, David
Directing the Texas Department of Health to conduct a study of fluoridated public water supplies.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Signed by the Governor
| Environment--Water | HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HJR 102 75-0 (1997)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to exemptions or other relief from ad valorem taxes on property upon which approved water conservation initiatives have been implemented.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 1 75-0 (1997)
Author: Brown, J.E. | et. al.Sponsor: Lewis, Ron
Relating to the development and management of the water resources of the state; providing penalties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/97
| DROUGHT PLANNING AND MONITORING COMMITTEE | Environment--Water | GROUNDWATER DISTRICT LOAN ASSISTANCE FUND | Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | State Finances--Management & Control | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 392 75-0 (1997)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to fees imposed for certain plans subject to Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission approval under the commission's rules for the protection of the Edwards Aquifer.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | Water--General
SB 549 75-0 (1997)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to annual cost recovery fees for regional water quality assessment.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State
SB 597 75-0 (1997)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to monitoring of water quality in watersheds and river basins.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water
SB 718 75-0 (1997)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the control of harmful excess surface water in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of certain home-rule municipalities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| County Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Water
SB 757 75-0 (1997)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Lewis, Ron | et. al.
Relating to water quality protection zones.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water
SB 1061 75-0 (1997)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to an optional county fee for vehicle registration to be used for air and water quality programs.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Air | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 1340 75-0 (1997)
Author: Brown, J.E.Sponsor: Lewis, Ron
Relating to certain fees related to water quality.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Point of order sustained
| Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State
SB 1436 75-0 (1997)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the authorization of the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission to issue general permits by rule for the discharge of waste into or adjacent to water in the state.
Senate: Natural Resources
Withdrawn from intent calendar
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | PERMITS
SB 1711 75-0 (1997)
Author: Brown, J.E.
Relating to the transfer of responsibility for responding to and cleaning up certain oil discharges in coastal areas to the Railroad Commission of Texas.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 1757 75-0 (1997)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the regulation of drinking water at certain youth camps.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Public Health
| Environment--Water | Minors | Safety | YOUTH CAMP
SB 1908 75-0 (1997)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the repeal of Natural Resources Code, section 40.053 (b).
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas
SJR 45 75-0 (1997)
Author: Brown, J.E.Sponsor: Lewis, Ron
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to permit a taxing unit to grant an exemption or other relief from ad valorem taxes on property on which a water conservation initiative has been implemented.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Natural Resources
Filed with the Secretary of State
| Environment--Water | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 276 74-0 (1995)
Author: Bosse, FredSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the maximum flow requirement for a toilet installed in certain remodeled buildings.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in subcommittee
| Environment--Water | Health--General
HB 1232 74-0 (1995)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to the regulation of nonpoint source water pollution, stormwater discharges, wet weather water quality standards and control of sanitary sewer overflows.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 1385 74-0 (1995)
Author: Saunders, RobertSponsor: Sims, Bill | et. al.
Relating to the limitation and termination of annual cost recovery fees for regional water quality assessments.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 1536 74-0 (1995)
Author: Lewis, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Brown, J.E.
Relating to the beneficial use of material dredged from the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway.
House: Transportation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days -- 8/28/95
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water
HB 1623 74-0 (1995)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the elimination of dual permitting for wastewater discharges.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water
HB 1720 74-0 (1995)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the regulation of drinking water at youth camps.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | Health--General | Minors | YOUTH CAMP
HB 1826 74-0 (1995)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Brown, J.E.
Relating to the approval of disposal system plans by the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days -- 8/28/95
| Environment--Water | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1876 74-0 (1995)
Author: Stiles, MarkSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the regulation and control of sanitary sewer overflows.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/95
| Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 1989 74-0 (1995)
Author: Rodriguez, Ciro | et. al.Sponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to the underground storage of appropriated water incidental to a beneficial use.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| BEXAR COUNTY | COMAL COUNTY | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | HAYS COUNTY | KINNEY COUNTY | MEDINA COUNTY | State Finances--Appropriations | UVALDE COUNTY | Water--General
HB 2015 74-0 (1995)
Author: Talton, RobertSponsor: Patterson, Jerry
Relating to statutory changes to obtain delegation to Texas of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days -- 8/28/95
| Environment--Water | Intergovernmental Relations
HB 2141 74-0 (1995)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to water quality standards.
House: Land and Resource Management
Referred to Land and Resource Management
| Environment--Water
HB 2160 74-0 (1995)
Author: Rhodes, Alec | et. al.
Relating to the protection of the San Marcos River; providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: Natural Resources
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Environment--Water | SAN MARCOS RIVER
HB 2258 74-0 (1995)
Author: Shields, John
Relating to the authority of a municipality to impose a fee for municipal drainage.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
| Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Water--General
HB 2287 74-0 (1995)
Author: Kuempel, Edmund
Relating to the discharge of water from an aquaculture or mariculture farm.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| AQUACULTURE | Environment--Water
HB 2371 74-0 (1995)
Author: Junell, Robert
Relating to the recovery of the costs of administering the state water pollution control revolving fund and additional state revolving funds.
House: Appropriations
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
| Environment--Water | State Finances--Management & Control | Water--General
HB 2471 74-0 (1995)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to the designation of water quality protection zones in certain areas.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water
HB 2491 74-0 (1995)
Author: Yost, GeraldSponsor: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to certain environmental permitting procedures of the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on intent calendar
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2760 74-0 (1995)
Author: Saunders, Robert
Relating to water pollution control duties of cities.
House: Land and Resource Management
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | Environment--Water
HB 2815 74-0 (1995)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to the exposure of persons to certain toxic chemicals and to the discharge or release into drinking water of those chemicals; providing criminal penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water
HB 2890 74-0 (1995)
Author: Lewis, RonSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the management of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Point of order sustained
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 2993 74-0 (1995)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the establishment of and the areas subject to municipal ordinances to control or abate air or water pollution.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | Environment--Air | Environment--Water
HB 3236 74-0 (1995)
Author: Corte, Frank | et. al.
Relating to the management of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| DOWNSTREAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | Water--General
HCR 24 74-0 (1995)
Author: Brimer, Kim | et. al.Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Requesting the United States Congress to reconsider the requirement of stormwater discharge permits for cities having a population of fewer than 100,000.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Signed by the Governor
| Environment--Water | Resolutions--Memorializing Congress
SB 298 74-0 (1995)
Author: Ratliff, BillSponsor: Saunders, Robert
Relating to water quality standards.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water
SB 650 74-0 (1995)
Author: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to the regulation of nonpoint source water pollution, stormwater discharges, wet weather water quality standards, and control of sanitary sewer overflows.
Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on Reg. Order of Business Calendar
| Environment--Water
SB 704 74-0 (1995)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to the prohibition of the pollution or degradation of the source of a water supply by a home-rule municipality.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Water
SB 768 74-0 (1995)
Author: Montford, JohnSponsor: Junell, Robert
Relating to the recovery of the costs of administering the state water pollution control revolving fund and additional state revolving funds.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | State Finances--Management & Control | Water--General
SB 985 74-0 (1995)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to the appropriation and regulation of State water for beneficial use, including underground storage or recharge of State water in aquifers, other than that portion of Edwards Aquifer in Kinney, Uvalde, Medina, Bexar, Comal and Hays Counties.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| BEXAR COUNTY | COMAL COUNTY | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | HAYS COUNTY | KINNEY COUNTY | MEDINA COUNTY | State Finances--Appropriations | UVALDE COUNTY | Water--General
SB 1000 74-0 (1995)
Author: Patterson, Jerry
Relating to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water
SB 1017 74-0 (1995)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff | et. al.Sponsor: Lewis, Ron
Relating to the designation of water quality protection zones in certain areas.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water
SB 1288 74-0 (1995)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to the prevention of groundwater pollution through certain wells.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water
SB 1447 74-0 (1995)
Author: Bivins, Teel
Relating to the regulation of concentrated animal feeding operations.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Animals | Environment--Water
SB 1460 74-0 (1995)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to changing certain dates in law related to the management of the Edwards Aquifer.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | Water--General
SB 1718 74-0 (1995)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: Rhodes, Alec
Relating to the protection of the San Marcos River; providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Water | SAN MARCOS RIVER
SCR 61 74-0 (1995)
Author: Harris, Chris
Requesting the United States Congress to reconsider the requirement of stormwater discharge permits for cities having a population of fewer than 100,000.
Senate: Natural Resources
Withdrawn from intent calendar
| Environment--Water | Resolutions--Memorializing Congress
SCR 161 74-0 (1995)
Author: Nixon, Drew
Encouraging the U.S. Congress to allow cities greater discretion in water testing.
Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on intent calendar
| Environment--Water | Resolutions--Memorializing Congress | Water--General
HB 346 73-0 (1993)
Author: Maxey, GlenSponsor: Truan, Carlos
Relating to regulation of greywater.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/93
| Environment--Water
HB 433 73-0 (1993)
Author: Brimer, Kim | et. al.
Relating to the location of certain solid waste disposal facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water
HB 459 73-0 (1993)
Author: Brimer, Kim
Relating to the location of certain solid waste disposal facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water
HB 755 73-0 (1993)
Author: Greenberg, Sherri
Relating to restrictions on the sale of certain cleaning agents that contain phosphorus; providing a penalty.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Water
HB 808 73-0 (1993)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to a cause of action against a polluter of groundwater or soil.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--Water
HB 832 73-0 (1993)
Author: Puente, RobertSponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to the civil penalty a municipality may recover for a violation of certain water control ordinances.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/93
| City Government--General | Environment--Water
HB 862 73-0 (1993)
Author: Cuellar, HenrySponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the powers and duties of certain constables to enforce environmental laws affecting the Rio Grande.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on intent calendar
| CONSTABLES | County Government--Employees/Officers | Environment--Water | Law Enforcement
HB 1021 73-0 (1993)
Author: Eckels, RobertSponsor: Brown, J.E.
Relating to application to the Texas Water Commission for a waste discharge permit.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/93
| Environment--Water | WATER COMMISSION | Water--General
HB 1305 73-0 (1993)
Author: Lewis, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the establishment of and the areas subject to municipal ordinances to control or abate air or water pollution.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
No action taken in committee
| City Government--General | Environment--Air | Environment--Water
HB 1306 73-0 (1993)
Author: Lewis, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the itemization of certain pollution control expenditures in municipal budgets.
House: Environmental Regulation
Considered in Calendars
| City Government--Finance | Environment--Air | Environment--Water
HB 1307 73-0 (1993)
Author: Lewis, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the establishment of and the areas subject to city water pollution control programs and ordinances.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
No action taken in committee
| City Government--General | Environment--Water
HB 1402 73-0 (1993)
Author: Telford, Barry
Relating to the disposal of certain industrial solid waste in certain locations.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water
HB 1482 73-0 (1993)
Author: Hirschi, John
Relating to the xeriscape landscaping of state buildings and roadside parks, to the establishment of a xeriscape assistance program, and to county and municipal xeriscape assistance.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources
HB 1796 73-0 (1993)
Author: Krusee, Mike
Relating to extension beyond a municipality's boundaries of certain municipal regulations to protect water quality.
House: Natural Resources
Postponed in committee
| City Government--Utilities | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water
HB 1982 73-0 (1993)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to enforcement by a municipality of water and air quality standards; providing a penalty.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| City Government--General | Environment--Air | Environment--Water
HB 1991 73-0 (1993)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the connection of residential or other private water systems to public water supplies in such a manner as to prevent backflow into the public water supply system; and providing a penalty.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Water
HB 2124 73-0 (1993)
Author: Linebarger, Libby
Relating to the protection of the San Marcos River; providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: Natural Resources
Reported from s/c favorably w/o amendment(s)
| Environment--Water | SAN MARCOS RIVER
HB 2184 73-0 (1993)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to administrative penalties for violations of certain environmental laws and rules and to civil suits and criminal prosecutions brought under those laws.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Environment--Air | Environment--Water
HB 2188 73-0 (1993)
Author: Berlanga, Hugo
Relating to the prevention of, the damage, cleanup, and costs related to, and liability for oil spills in coastal waters of the state; providing for natural resource response to the discharge of oil and other pollutants in the coastal waters of the state; authorizing an appropriation from the coastal protection fund.
House: Energy Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | OIL SPILLS
HB 2249 73-0 (1993)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Sims, Bill
Relating to the emphasis of water conservation in certain advanced research and technology programs at institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/93
| Education--Higher--General | Environment--Water | Science & Technology | Water--Development
HB 2436 73-0 (1993)
Author: Saunders, Robert
Relating to protecting public drinking water supplies.
House: Environmental Regulation
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
| Consumer Protection | Environment--Water
HB 2575 73-0 (1993)
Author: Parra, Tony
Relating to the creation and operation of regional districts water, sanitary sewer, and wastewater drainage purposes in certain counties.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
HB 2620 73-0 (1993)
Author: Saunders, RobertSponsor: Sims, Bill
Relating to regional apportionment and assessment of the costs of administering water quality management programs by watershed or river basin.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/93
| Environment--Water
HB 2634 73-0 (1993)
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.Sponsor: Bivins, Teel
Relating to restrictions on concentrated animal feeding operations to protect waters of the state.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/93
| Agriculture | Environment--Water
HB 2652 73-0 (1993)
Author: Greenberg, Sherri
Relating to water quality and the water quality assurance revolving fund.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Water | State Finances--Management & Control | WATER QUALITY ASSURANCE REVOLVING FUND
HB 2667 73-0 (1993)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to the enforcement of air and water quality provisions.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Air | Environment--Water
HB 2740 73-0 (1993)
Author: Rodriguez, CiroSponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the service area for operation of a municipal drainage system and collection of drainage charges.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| City Government--Utilities | Environment--Water
HB 2785 73-0 (1993)
Author: Counts, David
Relating to the management of spring flow from the Edwards Aquifer and to the increase of the recharge to and the conservation of the water taken from the Edwards Aquifer located in Kinney, Uvalde, Medina, Bexar, Hays and Comal Counties, Texas.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| BEXAR COUNTY | COMAL COUNTY | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | HAYS COUNTY | KINNEY COUNTY | MEDINA COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation | UVALDE COUNTY | Water--Rights
HB 2801 73-0 (1993)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey | et. al.
Relating to the regional management of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation | Water--Rights
HJR 82 73-0 (1993)
Author: Earley, Robert
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of real and personal property used primarily for the control of air, water, or land pollution.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| Environment--Air | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HJR 86 73-0 (1993)
Author: Stiles, Mark | et. al.Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of real and personal property used for the control of air, water, or land pollution.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Filed with the Secretary of State
| Environment--Air | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 317 73-0 (1993)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to a cause of action against a polluter of groundwater or soil.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--Water
SB 469 73-0 (1993)
Author: Sims, BillSponsor: Counts, David
Relating to the composition and staffing of the Texas Groundwater Protection Committee.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/93
| Environment--Water | GROUNDWATER PROTECTION COMMITTEE, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 495 73-0 (1993)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the exemption from property taxation of all real and personal property used primarily as a facility, device, or method for the control of air or water or land pollution.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| Environment--Air | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Property Interests--Personal Property | Property Interests--Real Property | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 676 73-0 (1993)
Author: Luna, Gregory
Relating to the service area for operation of a municipal drainage system and collection of drainage charges.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
| City Government--Utilities | Environment--Water
SB 814 73-0 (1993)
Author: Truan, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: Hirschi, John
Relating to the xeriscape landscaping of state buildings and roadside parks, to the establishment of a xeriscape assistance program, and to county and municipal xeriscape assistance.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/93
| Environment--Water | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources
SB 883 73-0 (1993)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to enforcement by a municipality of water and air quality standards; providing a penalty.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| City Government--General | Environment--Air | Environment--Water
SB 970 73-0 (1993)
Author: Sims, Bill
Relating to the emphasis of water conservation in certain advanced research and technology programs at institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--General | Environment--Water | Water--Development
SB 988 73-0 (1993)
Author: Turner, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Chisum, Warren
Relating to extension beyond a municipality's boundaries of certain municipal regulations to protect water quality.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| City Government--Utilities | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water
SB 1034 73-0 (1993)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the use or possession of a glass beverage container on or near a public river, lake, or stream; providing a criminal penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
| BEVERAGE CONTAINERS | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Safety
SB 1041 73-0 (1993)
Author: Parker, CarlSponsor: Saunders, Robert
Relating to protecting public drinking water supplies; creating offenses and providing fees and penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/93
| Consumer Protection | Environment--Water
SB 1047 73-0 (1993)
Author: Parker, Carl
Relating to the acquisition of National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit delegation, certain permit requirements, and eligibility for membership on the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Water | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | PERMITS
SB 1048 73-0 (1993)
Author: Parker, Carl
Relating to floodplain management and flood insurance; providing penalties.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Water | Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 1049 73-0 (1993)
Author: Parker, CarlSponsor: Berlanga, Hugo
Relating to the prevention of, the damage, cleanup, and costs related to, and liability for oil spills in coastal waters of the state; providing for response to the discharge of oil and other pollutants in the coastal waters of the state; authorizing an appropriation from the coastal protection fund.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/93
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | OIL SPILLS | State Finances--Appropriations
SB 1050 73-0 (1993)
Author: Parker, Carl
Relating to restrictions on the sale of certain cleaning agents that contain phosphorus; providing a penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water
SB 1120 73-0 (1993)
Author: Rosson, Peggy
Relating to establishing a wastewater reclamation fund and providing financing to political subdivisions for wastewater reclamation projects to be administered by the Texas Water Development Board.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Political Subdivisions | State Finances--Management & Control | WASTERWATER RECLAMATION FUND | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1129 73-0 (1993)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the approval of land application of sludge.
Senate: Natural Resources
Withdrawn from intent calendar
| Environment--Water
SB 1202 73-0 (1993)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to administration and collection of fees, recovery of costs and operating fund.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Environment--Water | NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION OPERATING FUND | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 1300 73-0 (1993)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to administrative penalties for violations of certain environmental laws and rules and to civil suits and criminal prosecutions brought under those laws.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Environment--Air | Environment--Water
SB 1305 73-0 (1993)
Author: Sims, Bill
Relating to regional assessment of water quality by watershed or river basin.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Water
SB 1367 73-0 (1993)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the establishment of and the areas subject to city water pollution control programs and ordinances.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| City Government--General | Environment--Water
SB 1368 73-0 (1993)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the itemization of certain pollution control expenditures in municipal budgets.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| City Government--Finance | Environment--Air | Environment--Water
SB 1369 73-0 (1993)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the establishment of and the areas subject to municipal ordinances to control or abate air or water pollution.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| City Government--General | Environment--Air | Environment--Water
SB 1435 73-0 (1993)
Author: Lucio, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the location of certain solid waste disposal facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water
SJR 22 73-0 (1993)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the exemption from ad valorem taxation for real and personal property used primarily as a facility, device, or method for the control of air or water or land pollution.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| Environment--Air | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Property Interests--Personal Property | Property Interests--Real Property | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SR 1096 73-0 (1993)
Author: Bivins, Teel
Creating a Special Interim Committee on the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System to study issues related to the efforts of the state to obtain NPDES delegation.
Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
| Environment--Water | Interim Studies | Resolutions--Miscellaneous
HB 88 72-0 (1991)
Author: Berlanga, Hugo | et. al.
Relating to the prevention and cleanup of pollutant spills and the costs, damages, and liability arising from such spills and to derelict vessels and structures; levying a coastal protection excise tax; creating the coastal protection fund; creating offenses and providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: Energy
Coauthor Authorized
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | OIL SPILL PREVENTION AND RESPONSE ACT OF 1991 | OIL SPILLS | Taxation--State
HB 476 72-0 (1991)
Author: Junell, RobertSponsor: Sims, Bill
Relating to the water quality standards and permit conditions established by the Texas Water Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Tagged in committee
| Environment--Water | WATER COMMISSION
HB 708 72-0 (1991)
Author: Bosse, Fred
Relating to restrictions on the issuance of permits to certain persons by the Texas Department of Health, the Texas Air Control Board, and the Texas Water Commission.
House: Environmental Affairs
Referred to Environmental Affairs
| AIR CONTROL BOARD | Environment--Air | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS
HB 764 72-0 (1991)
Author: Shelley, Dan
Relating to the prevention of, and the damage, cleanup, costs, and liability from spills or discharges which threaten waters in the state; providing for adequate response to spills of oil and other hazardous substances; levying a tax on crude oil; establishing a trust fund for spills and discharges; amending licensing requirements for pilots in state waters; and providing for civil and criminal penalties.
House: Energy
No action taken in committee
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | OIL SPILLS | SPILL PREVENTION ACT OF 1991, TEXAS | Taxation--State
HB 1164 72-0 (1991)
Author: Martin, Mike
Relating to the posting of a sign at each waste discharge point.
House: Natural Resources
1st Printing sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water
HB 1192 72-0 (1991)
Author: Bosse, FredSponsor: Brown, J.E.
Relating to notification of amendments to water quality standards for the water in the state.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 1194 72-0 (1991)
Author: Bosse, Fred | et. al.
Relating to the competence of an applicant for the issuance, renewal, extension, amendment, or transfer of a permit by the Texas Department of Health, the Texas Water Commission, or the Texas Air Control Board.
House: Environmental Affairs
Left pending in committee
| AIR CONTROL BOARD | Environment--Air | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | WATER COMMISSION
HB 1211 72-0 (1991)
Author: Saunders, Robert
Relating to the study, correction, and control of pollution by the Lower Colorado River Authority and to the authority to charge and collect fees for regulatory permits related to the correction and control of the pollution.
House: Natural Resources
Reported from s/c favorably with amendments
| Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | LOWER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1401 72-0 (1991)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to the powers and responsibilities with respect to certain plumbing fixtures, and creating administrative, civil and criminal penalties.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Business & Commerce--General | Environment--Water | PLUMBING
HB 1419 72-0 (1991)
Author: Saunders, Robert
Relating to water quality and the establishment of water quality standards and the assessment and management of water quality.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 1895 72-0 (1991)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to water quality and pollution control by cities.
House: Natural Resources
Postponed in committee
| City Government--General | Environment--Water
HB 1953 72-0 (1991)
Author: Granoff, Al
Relating to the duties of the Office of Texas-Mexico Health and Environmental Issues.
House: State, Federal & International Relations
1st Printing sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water | Health--General
HB 1988 72-0 (1991)
Author: Saunders, Robert
Relating to water quality and pollution abatement programs of river authorities and cities.
House: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
HB 1990 72-0 (1991)
Author: Saunders, Robert
Relating to the creation and administration of the Texas Protected Rivers System; providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: Environmental Affairs
1st Printing sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water | Parks & Wildlife--General | PROTECTED RIVERS SYSTEM, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2031 72-0 (1991)
Author: Oakley, Keith
Relating to the use of water-saving devices in the construction or renovation of buildings and in certain existing buildings.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Energy--Conservation | Environment--Water | Housing
HB 2056 72-0 (1991)
Author: Mowery, AnnaSponsor: Moncrief, Mike
Relating to the investigation and the inspection of conditions relating to water quality in certain watersheds by the Tarrant County Water Control and Improvement District Number One.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Vetoed by the Governor
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TARRANT COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
HB 2156 72-0 (1991)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to performance standards for certain plumbing fixtures and related labeling requirements for certain plumbing fixtures and appliances; providing criminal, civil, and administrative penalties.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Business & Commerce--General | Environment--Water | PLUMBING
HB 2360 72-0 (1991)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to the authority of the Texas Water Commission to issue written citations for violations of the Water Code and the Solid Waste Act.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on Major State Calendar
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | WATER COMMISSION
HB 2437 72-0 (1991)
Author: Linebarger, Libby
Relating to the organizational structure and management of the Edwards Underground Water Districts; providing for the development and implementation of a region wide water use efficiency program and emergency water conservation plan within the boundaries of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | EDWARDS UNDERGROUND WATER DISTRICT | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2522 72-0 (1991)
Author: Denton, Betty
Relating to the issuance of a permit for or the areal expansion of certain landfills.
House: Environmental Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | PERMITS
HB 2557 72-0 (1991)
Author: Stiles, Mark
Relating to the exemption from property taxation of all real and personal property used primarily as a facility, device, or method for the control of air or water or land pollution.
House: Ways & Means
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
| Environment--Air | Environment--Water | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 2576 72-0 (1991)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to the administration of the On-Site Wastewater Treatment Research Council.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on Major State Calendar
| Environment--Water | ON-SITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT RESEARCH COUNCIL
HB 2689 72-0 (1991)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to water conservation, water management, and drought reduction programs and the prevention of waste in the Edwards Aquifer region and the Guadalupe, San Antonio, and Nueces River basins; and providing penalties.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 2710 72-0 (1991)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to regulation of graywater.
House: Natural Resources
1st Printing sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water
HB 2735 72-0 (1991)
Author: Linebarger, Libby
Relating to the preservation of water quality in the Colorado River, establishing a non degradation policy in undeveloped and urban watersheds, establishing ordinance and rule making powers and enforcement obligations for state, district, and local government, providing for data collection and monitoring, establishing fees, penalties, and utility charges, and providing for citizen suits for injunctive relief.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| BARTON SPRINGS-COLORADO RIVER PROTECTION ACT | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | Water--General
HCR 78 72-0 (1991)
Author: Saunders, Robert
Requesting the lieutenant governor and speaker of the house of representatives to create a joint interim study committee to examine the role of the State of Texas in federal Superfund cleanup activities.
House: Environmental Affairs
Referred to Environmental Affairs
| Environment--Water | Interim Studies
HJR 89 72-0 (1991)
Author: Stiles, Mark
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the exemption from ad valorem taxation for real and personal property used primarily as a facility, device, or method for the control of air or water or land pollution.
House: Ways & Means
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
| Environment--Air | Environment--Water | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 14 72-0 (1991)
Author: Parker, Carl | et. al.Sponsor: Berlanga, Hugo
Relating to the prevention of, and the damage, cleanup, costs, and liability for, oil spills in coastal waters of the state; providing for adequate response to spills of oil and other pollutants in coastal waters; levying a coastal protection fee; creating the coastal protection fund; amending licensing requirements for pilots in state waters; making appropriations; and providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: Energy Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | OIL SPILL OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE | OIL SPILL PREVENTION AND RESPONSE ACT OF 1991 | OIL SPILLS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | Taxation--State
SB 167 72-0 (1991)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the use of possession of a glass beverage container on or near a public river, lake, or stream; providing a criminal penalty.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| BEVERAGE CONTAINERS | Environment--Water
SB 208 72-0 (1991)
Author: Green, Gene
Relating to restrictions on the issuance of permits to certain persons by the Texas Department of Health, the Texas Air Control Board, and the Texas Water Commission.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Environmental Affairs
| AIR CONTROL BOARD | Environment--Air | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | WATER COMMISSION
SB 222 72-0 (1991)
Author: Truan, Carlos
Relating to studies conducted by the Parks and Wildlife Department and the Texas Water Commission concerning streams, rivers, bays, and estuaries.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION | Parks & Wildlife--General | WATER COMMISSION | Water--General
SB 272 72-0 (1991)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the prevention of, and the damage, cleanup, costs, and liability from spills or discharges which threaten waters in the state; providing for adequate response to spills of oil and other hazardous substances; levying a tax on crude oil; establishing a trust fund for spills and discharges; amending licensing requirements for pilots in state waters; and providing for civil and criminal penalties.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to s/c on Water by President
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | OIL SPILLS | SPILL PREVENTION ACT OF 1991, TEXAS | SPILL RESPONSE FUND, TEXAS | SPILL TRUST FUND, TEXAS | Taxation--State
SB 587 72-0 (1991)
Author: Truan, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: Lewis, Ron
Relating to performance standards for certain plumbing fixtures and related labeling requirements for certain plumbing fixtures and appliances; creating offenses and providing civil and administrative penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/91
| Business & Commerce--General | Environment--Water | PLUMBING
SB 818 72-0 (1991)
Author: Barrientos, GonzaloSponsor: Saunders, Robert
Relating to water quality and the establishment of water quality standards and the assessment and management of water quality and establishing the plumbing loan fund.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| CLEAN RIVERS ACT, TEXAS | Environment--Water | PLUMBING | PLUMBING LOAN FUND | Water--General
SB 854 72-0 (1991)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the study, correction, and control of pollution by the Lower Colorado River Authority and to the authority to charge and collect fees for regulatory permits related to the correction and control of the pollution.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to s/c on Water by President
| Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | LOWER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 983 72-0 (1991)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to water quality and pollution abatement programs of river authorities and cities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Postponed in subcommittee
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
SB 1103 72-0 (1991)
Author: Sims, BillSponsor: Earley, Robert
Relating to the prevention of pollution from oil and gas exploration, development, and production activities, including the creation of an oil- field cleanup fund and the imposition of certain fees; providing a penalty.
House: Energy Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/91
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | OIL & GAS WASTE HAULERS ACT | OIL-FIELD CLEANUP FUND
SB 1188 72-0 (1991)
Author: Sims, Bill
Relating to water quality and pollution control by cities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| City Government--General | Environment--Water
SB 1205 72-0 (1991)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the creation and administration of the Texas Protected Rivers System; providing civil and criminal penalties.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Parks & Wildlife--General | PROTECTED RIVERS SYSTEM, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1364 72-0 (1991)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo | et. al.
Relating to the organizational structure and management of the Edwards Underground Water Districts; providing for the development and implementation of a region wide water use efficiency program and emergency water conservation plan within the boundaries of the Edwards Aquifer.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | EDWARDS UNDERGROUND WATER DISTRICT | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1376 72-0 (1991)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the preservation of water quality in the Colorado River, establishing a non-degradation policy in certain undeveloped and urban watersheds, establishing obligations for the assessment of water quality by the Water Commission, the Lower Colorado River Authority, the City of Austin, and the Barton Springs-Aquifer Underground Conservation District, requiring the adoption of ordinances and ensuring representation of areas on bodies governed by such ordinances, limiting appeals of such ordinances, limiting the expenditure of state and federal funds for certain projects in certain areas, establishing standards and limitations on wastewater treatment and sewer line location, limitations on the creation of certain districts, and declaring an emergency.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| BARTON SPRINGS-COLORADO RIVER PROTECTION ACT | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | Water--General
SB 1377 72-0 (1991)
Author: Krier, Cynthia
Relating to water conservation, water management, and drought reduction programs and the prevention of waste in the Edwards Aquifer region and the Guadalupe, San Antonio, and Nueces River basins; and providing penalties.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in subcommittee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | Water--General
SB 1404 72-0 (1991)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to water conservation, water management, and drought reduction programs and the prevention of waste in the Edwards Aquifer region and the Guadalupe, San Antonio, and Nueces River basins; and providing penalties.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | Water--General
SB 1507 72-0 (1991)
Author: Truan, Carlos
Relating to the use of lead in plumbing fixtures; providing penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Public Health
| Environment--Water | PLUMBING | Safety
SB 1541 72-0 (1991)
Author: Parker, Carl
Relating to the creation, administration, powers, duties, and operation of the Texas Mitigation Management Commission and granting the authority to acquire property.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | MITIGATION MANAGEMENT COMMISSION, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | WETLANDS
SB 1588 72-0 (1991)
Author: Moncrief, Mike
Relating to the investigation and the inspection of conditions relating to water quality in certain watersheds by the Tarrant County Water Control and Improvement District Number One.
Senate: Natural Resources
Withdrawn from intent calendar
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TARRANT COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
HB 42 72-1 (1991)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to the administration of, and the award of certain grants by, the On-Site Wastewater Treatment Research Council.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | ON-SITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT RESEARCH COUNCIL
HB 162 72-1 (1991)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to the regulation of graywater.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water
HB 215 72-1 (1991)
Author: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to the issuance of permits to discharge waste or pollutants into Salado Creek.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | PERMITS
SB 35 72-1 (1991)
Author: Green, Gene
Relating to criminal and civil enforcement of certain environmental laws.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Environment--Air | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water
HB 15 72-2 (1991)
Author: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to the issuance of permits to discharge waste or pollutants into Salado Creek.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | PERMITS
HB 92 72-2 (1991)
Author: Linebarger, Libby
Relating to certain taxes levied and fees imposed by the Barton Springs Edwards Aquifer Conservation District and the authority of the district to assess fees to borrow money and to protect the water quality of the aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| BARTON SPRINGS-EDWARDS AQUIFER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation
SB 19 72-2 (1991)
Author: Krier, CynthiaSponsor: Schoolcraft, Alan
Relating to the regulation of artesian wells and of the use of water from artesian wells.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | Water--Rights
HB 771 71-0 (1989)
Author: Guerrero, Lena
Relating to the membership and continuation of the On-site Wastewater Treatment Research Council.
House: Government Organization
Pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ON-SITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT RESEARCH COUNCIL | Sunset Bills
HB 908 71-0 (1989)
Author: Junell, RobertSponsor: Sims, Bill
Relating to the water quality standards established by the Texas Water Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Motion withdrawn
| Environment--Water | WATER COMMISSION | Water--General
HB 932 71-0 (1989)
Author: Smith, Terral
Relating to water quality permit limitations in certain watersheds.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 933 71-0 (1989)
Author: Smith, Terral
Relating to exploration and drilling for and production, mining, and storage of oil, gas, and other minerals and resources in the area of lakes, reservoirs, and basins.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas
HB 961 71-0 (1989)
Author: Saunders, Robert
Relating to the creation, administration, and powers of the Texas Rivers Protection System; providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: Environmental Affairs
Companion considered in lieu in comm.
| Environment--Water | Parks & Wildlife--General | RIVERS PROTECTION SYSTEM, TEXAS
HB 1151 71-0 (1989)
Author: Mowery, Anna
Relating to the investigation and the inspection of conditions relating to water quality in certain watersheds by the Tarrant County Water Control and Improvement District Number One; providing penalties.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TARRANT COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
HB 1236 71-0 (1989)
Author: Polumbo, Anthony
Relating to the issuance of certain orders by the Texas Air Control Board, the Texas Water Commission, or the Texas Department of Health.
House: Environmental Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Air | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water
HB 1237 71-0 (1989)
Author: Polumbo, AnthonySponsor: Green, Gene
Relating to certain circumstances for denial of an application for the issuance, amendment, renewal, or transfer of a permit by certain state agencies.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/89
| Environment--Air | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | PERMITS | State Agencies
HB 1238 71-0 (1989)
Author: Polumbo, Anthony
Relating to the competence of an applicant for the issuance of a permit from or the renewal, amendment, or transfer of a permit issued by the Texas Air Control Board, the Texas Water Commission,...
House: Environmental Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
| AIR CONTROL BOARD | Environment--Air | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | WATER COMMISSION
HB 1239 71-0 (1989)
Author: Polumbo, AnthonySponsor: Green, Gene
Relating to the issuance of permits to certain persons by the Texas Air Control Board, the Texas Water Commission, and the Texas Department of Health.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Vetoed by the Governor
| AIR CONTROL BOARD | Environment--Air | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | WATER COMMISSION
HB 1262 71-0 (1989)
Author: Gibson, Bruce
Relating to the membership and continuation of the On-site Wastewater Treatment Research Council.
House: Government Organization
Pending in subcommittee
| Environment--Water | ON-SITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT RESEARCH COUNCIL | Sunset Bills
HB 1267 71-0 (1989)
Author: Junell, Robert
Relating to grants from the Texas Water Development Board for the purchase of equipment for water quality testing.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| Environment--Water | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
HB 1332 71-0 (1989)
Author: Culberson, JohnSponsor: Santiesteban, H.
Relating to the issuance, amendment, and renewal of waste discharge permits by the Texas Water Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/89
| Environment--Water | PERMITS | WATER COMMISSION
HB 1458 71-0 (1989)
Author: Guerrero, LenaSponsor: Santiesteban, H.
Relating to the protection of groundwater in the state and to the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Groundwater Protection Committee.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/89
| Environment--Water | GROUNDWATER PROTECTION COMMITTEE, TEXAS | State Agencies, Newly Proposed | Water--General
HB 1546 71-0 (1989)
Author: Smith, TerralSponsor: Santiesteban, H.
Relating to the Texas Water Commission's review and approval of the water pollution control and abatement programs of certain municipalities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days-8/28/89
| Environment--Water | WATER COMMISSION
HB 1588 71-0 (1989)
Author: Schlueter, Stan | et. al.Sponsor: McFarland, Bob
Relating to establishing a groundwater protection cleanup program and a petroleum storage tank remediation fund for the cleanup of releases from certain petroleum storage tanks; providing civil and criminal....
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Appropriations | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | State Finances, Management & Control
HB 1641 71-0 (1989)
Author: Junell, Robert
Relating to permits issued by the Texas Water Commission for the discharge of waste into or adjacent to water in this state.
House: Natural Resources
Pending in committee
| Environment--Water | WATER COMMISSION
HB 1686 71-0 (1989)
Author: Harris, Jack
Relating to the application of state law to permits issued under federally authorized programs.
House: Environmental Affairs
Referred to Environmental Affairs
| Environment--Air | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | PERMITS
HB 1862 71-0 (1989)
Author: Cuellar, Henry | et. al.
Relating to financial assistance for wastewater projects to improve water discharged into the Rio Grande.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| COLONIAS | Environment--Water | RIO GRANDE | Water--Development
HB 2166 71-0 (1989)
Author: Saunders, Robert | et. al.
Relating to spills or releases of hazardous substances into waters in this state.
House: Environmental Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water
HB 2305 71-0 (1989)
Author: Smith, Terral
Relating to the protection of groundwater in the state.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Water | Water--General
HB 2360 71-0 (1989)
Author: Watkins, Gary
Relating to certain regulatory functions and procedures of the Texas Department of Health; permitting the establishment and enforcement of certain groundwater protection standards; permitting investment of funds...
House: Environmental Affairs
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | State Finances, Management & Control
HB 2772 71-0 (1989)
Author: Smith, Terral
Relating to the consolidation of certain water quality and radiation control functions in the Texas Water Commission.
House: Natural Resources
Pending in committee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | WATER COMMISSION
HB 2914 71-0 (1989)
Author: Vowell, Jack
Relating to the establishment of a water pollution control and abatement program by certain cities.
House: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Water
HB 2930 71-0 (1989)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to changing provisions of the Water Code to enable the Texas Water Commission to obtain delegation from the federal government of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System ("NPDES")....
House: Natural Resources
Companion considered in lieu in comm.
| Environment--Water | WATER COMMISSION
HB 2977 71-0 (1989)
Author: Saunders, Robert
Relating to water quality and water pollution control by cities.
House: Environmental Affairs
Referred to Environmental Affairs
| City Government | Environment--Water
HB 2978 71-0 (1989)
Author: Saunders, Robert
Relating to the introduction of fish, shellfish, and aquatic plants into the public water of the state; providing criminal penalties.
House: Environmental Affairs
Pending in committee
| Environment--Water | FISH | Parks & Wildlife--General
HB 3038 71-0 (1989)
Author: Kuempel, Edmund
Relating to water quality and pollution abatement programs of river authorities and cities.
House: Environmental Affairs
No action taken in committee
| City Government | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
HB 3157 71-0 (1989)
Author: Patterson, Pete
Relating to the licensing of oil-loading facilities and to a fee to be used for the cleaning of coastal water.
House: Energy
Referred to Energy
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Oil & Gas
HJR 104 71-0 (1989)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the issuance of general obligation bonds to finance certain local public water, sewer, and road projects in impoverished counties.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| BONDS | Constitutional Amendments | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | State Finances, Management & Control
SB 285 71-0 (1989)
Author: Santiesteban, H.
Relating to the establishment of a water pollution control and abatement program by certain cities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Reported favorably w/o amendments
| Environment--Water
SB 370 71-0 (1989)
Author: Santiesteban, H.Sponsor: Saunders, Robert
Relating to the creation, administration, and powers of the Texas Rivers Protection System; providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
1st Printing sent to Comm. on Cal.
| Environment--Water | Parks & Wildlife--General | RIVERS PROTECTION SYSTEM, TEXAS
SB 383 71-0 (1989)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to use or possession of a glass container within 300 yards of a river, lake, or stream; providing a penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water
SB 423 71-0 (1989)
Author: McFarland, Bob | et. al.
Relating to establishing a groundwater protection cleanup program and a petroleum storage tank remediation fund for the cleanup of releases from certain petroleum storage tanks.
Senate: Natural Resources
Laid on table subj. to call in comm.
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | PETROLEUM STORAGE TANK REMEDIATION FUND REVIEW BOARD | State Agencies, Newly Proposed | State Finances, Management & Control
SB 532 71-0 (1989)
Author: Parmer, Hugh
Relating to water quality permit limitations in certain watersheds.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Water--General
SB 533 71-0 (1989)
Author: Parmer, HughSponsor: Mowery, Anna
Relating to the investigation and the inspection of conditions relating to water quality in certain watersheds by the Tarrant County Water Control and Improvement District Number One; providing penalties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TARRANT COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
SB 535 71-0 (1989)
Author: Parmer, Hugh
Relating to exploration and drilling for and production, mining, and storage of oil, gas, and other minerals and resources in the area of lakes, reservoirs, and basins.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas
SB 624 71-0 (1989)
Author: Montford, JohnSponsor: Guerrero, Lena
Relating to the membership and continuation of the On-site Wastewater Treatment Research Council.
House: Government Organization Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/89
| Environment--Water | ON-SITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT RESEARCH COUNCIL | Sunset Bills
SB 847 71-0 (1989)
Author: Sims, BillSponsor: Junell, Robert
Relating to grants from the Texas Water Development Board for the purchase of equipment for water quality testing.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
SB 848 71-0 (1989)
Author: Sims, Bill
Relating to the water quality standards established by the Texas Water Commission.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left as pending business in comm.
| Environment--Water | WATER COMMISSION | Water--General
SB 849 71-0 (1989)
Author: Sims, Bill
Relating to permits for the discharge of waste into or adjacent to water in the state.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left as pending business in comm.
| Environment--Water | Water--General
SB 856 71-0 (1989)
Author: Truan, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: Earley, Robert
Relating to groundwater protection standards adopted and enforced by the Texas Radiation Control Agency.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/89
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | RADIATION CONTROL AGENCY, TEXAS
SB 861 71-0 (1989)
Author: Truan, Carlos
Relating to restoration of groundwater affected by in situ uranium mining.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Mines & Mineral Resources
SB 1221 71-0 (1989)
Author: Santiesteban, H.
Relating to the issuance, amendment, and renewal of waste discharge permits by the Texas Water Commission.
Senate: Natural Resources
Reported favorably with substitute
| Environment--Water | WATER COMMISSION
SB 1222 71-0 (1989)
Author: Santiesteban, H.Sponsor: Saunders, Robert
Relating to a discharge or spill of a hazardous substance into water in this state.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/89
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water
SB 1273 71-0 (1989)
Author: Truan, Carlos
Relating to the consolidation of certain water quality and radiation control functions in the Texas Water Commission.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | WATER COMMISSION
SB 1295 71-0 (1989)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to groundwater protection standards adopted and enforced by the Texas Radiation Control Agency.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | RADIATION CONTROL AGENCY, TEXAS
SB 1443 71-0 (1989)
Author: Sims, Bill
Relating to water quality and pollution abatement programs of river authorities and cities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| City Government | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
SB 1460 71-0 (1989)
Author: Brown, J.E.
Relating to water quality and water pollution control by cities.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| City Government | Environment--Water
SB 1466 71-0 (1989)
Author: Santiesteban, H.
Relating to the protection of groundwater in the state and to the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Groundwater Protection Committee.
Senate: Natural Resources
Reported favorably with substitute
| Environment--Water | GROUNDWATER PROTECTION COMMITTEE, TEXAS | State Agencies, Newly Proposed | Water--General
SB 1525 71-0 (1989)
Author: Ratliff, BillSponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to changing provisions of the Water Code to enable the Texas Water Commission to obtain delegation from the federal government of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System ("NPDES") regulatory authority....
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days-8/28/89
| Environment--Water | WATER COMMISSION
SB 1545 71-0 (1989)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to financial assistance for waste water projects to improve water discharged into the Rio Grande.
Senate: Natural Resources
Reported favorably w/o amendments
| COLONIAS | Environment--Water | RIO GRANDE | Water--Development
SCR 75 71-0 (1989)
Author: Santiesteban, H. | et. al.
Requesting the United States Congress to establish a single nationwide definition of wetlands.
Senate: Natural Resources
Reported favorably with substitute
| Environment--Water | Resolutions--Memorializing Congress
SCR 106 71-0 (1989)
Author: Truan, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: Valigura, Keith
Directing the Texas Water Commission to study funding needs for the cleanup of state registry sites.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Signed by the Governor
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | WATER COMMISSION
SCR 157 71-0 (1989)
Author: Krier, Cynthia | et. al.
Requesting the Lieutenant Governor and the Speaker to appoint a Special Committee on the Edwards Aquifer.
House: House Administration Senate: Administration
Referred to House Administration
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | Interim Studies
SJR 60 71-0 (1989)
Author: Parmer, Hugh
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the issuance of general obligation bonds to finance certain local public water, sewer, and road projects in impoverished counties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Natural Resources
| BONDS | Constitutional Amendments | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | State Finances, Management & Control
SJR 70 71-0 (1989)
Author: Green, Gene
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to grant ad valorem tax relief to preserve wetland and waterfront property.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Constitutional Amendments | Environment--Water | Taxation--Property
SR 733 71-0 (1989)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Directing the State Treasury to study federal regulations governing the content of stormwater on municipal finances.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| City Government | Environment--Water | Interim Studies | STATE TREASURER
HB 105 71-4 (1990)
Author: Smith, Terral
Relating to the administration of the On-Site Wastewater Treatment Research Council.
House: Natural Resources
Reported favorably with substitute
| Environment--Water | ON-SITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT RESEARCH COUNCIL
HCR 11 71-4 (1990)
Author: Gibson, Bruce
Directing the Texas Water Commission to appoint an advisory board on water permit process.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | State Agencies, Newly Proposed | WATER COMMISSION
SCR 8 71-4 (1990)
Author: Brooks, ChetSponsor: Saunders, Robert
Urging the Department of State to pursue special area designation for the Gulf of Mexico under the MARPOL treaty.
House: Environmental Affairs
Signed by the Governor
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Environment--Water | GULF OF MEXICO | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HB 57 71-5 (1990)
Author: Smith, Terral
Relating to the administration of the On-site Wastewater Treatment Research Council.
House: Natural Resources
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
| Environment--Water | ON-SITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT RESEARCH COUNCIL
HR 34 71-5 (1990)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Requesting that a test be conducted to determine metal contamination in Texas waterways by the Texas Department of Health and Texas Water Commission.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on table subj. to call in comm.
| Environment--Water | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | WATER COMMISSION
HR 42 71-6 (1990)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Requesting that a test be conducted to determine metal contamination in Texas waterways by the Texas Department of Health and Texas Water Commission.
Reported enrolled
| Environment--Water | HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | WATER COMMISSION
HB 1012 70-0 (1987)
Author: Johnson, Cliff
Relating to enforcement by local governments of certain prohibitions against unauthorized discharges.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Water
HB 1148 70-0 (1987)
Author: Schlueter, StanSponsor: Jones, Grant
Relating to the discharge of certain waste or pollutants into or adjacent to Salado Creek, a tributary of the Lampasas River, or bodies of water flowing into Salado Creek.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1250 70-0 (1987)
Author: Saunders, Robert
Relating to the creation, administration, powers, duties, and financing of the Texas Rivers Conservation System; providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: Natural Resources
1st Printing sent to Comm. on Cal.
| Environment--Water | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--Development
HB 1308 70-0 (1987)
Author: Cooper, Anne
Relating to regional and area-wide wastewater management systems.
House: Natural Resources
House passage reported
| Environment--Water
HB 1326 70-0 (1987)
Author: Shelley, DanSponsor: Santiesteban, H.
Relating to jurisdiction of the Texas Water Commission and Texas Department of Health over plans and specifications for certain sewage disposal systems.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/87
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1327 70-0 (1987)
Author: Johnson, CliffSponsor: Jones, Grant
Relating to amount and disposition of waste treatment inspection fees.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/87
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | PERMITS
HB 1329 70-0 (1987)
Author: Johnson, CliffSponsor: Jones, Grant
Relating to certain fees charged to permittees and licensees of the Texas Water Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/87
| Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1447 70-0 (1987)
Author: Smith, Terral
Relating to the designation of critical areas and the creation of underground water conservation districts in critical areas.
House: Natural Resources
1st Printing sent to Comm. on Cal.
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development
HB 1497 70-0 (1987)
Author: Holzheauser, Steve
Relating to the responsibilities of the Texas Water Commission, the Texas Water Development Board, and the Parks and Wildlife Department for the bays and estuaries.
House: Natural Resources
Pending in committee
| Environment--Water | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development
HB 1500 70-0 (1987)
Author: Roberts, TedSponsor: Brown, J.E.
Relating to taking sand, gravel, marl, shell, and mudshell from the Packery Channel in Nueces County.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | NUECES COUNTY
HB 1586 70-0 (1987)
Author: Staniswalis, ChipSponsor: Sarpalius, Bill
Relating to the regulation of subsurface excavations by the Texas Water Commission; providing penalties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/87
| Environment--Water | PERMITS | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1647 70-0 (1987)
Author: Cooper, AnneSponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the regulation of greywater.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/87
| Agriculture | Environment--Water | HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1833 70-0 (1987)
Author: Smith, Terral
Relating to the preparation and submission of an environmental impact analysis to the Texas Water Commission in certain instances.
House: Natural Resources
1st Printing sent to Comm. on Cal.
| Environment--Water | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2228 70-0 (1987)
Author: Guerrero, Lena
Relating to minimum standards for underground water regulation.
House: Natural Resources
Pending in subcommittee
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2230 70-0 (1987)
Author: Guerrero, Lena
Relating to the regulation of underground tanks used to store certain substances.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water
HB 2232 70-0 (1987)
Author: Guerrero, Lena
Relating to the protection of groundwater in the state.
House: Natural Resources
Pending in subcommittee
| Environment--Water | Water--Development
HB 2286 70-0 (1987)
Author: Evans, Charles
Relating to the adoption of certain rules by the Texas Water Commission.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Water | STATE AGENCIES' RULES | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2287 70-0 (1987)
Author: Evans, Charles
Relating to minimum standards for underground water regulation.
House: Natural Resources
Pending in committee
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HR 752 70-0 (1987)
Author: Riley, Randall
Permitting the conference committee appointed to adjust the differences between the house and senate versions of SB1191.
Reported enrolled
| City Government--General | Environment--Water | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports
SB 434 70-0 (1987)
Author: Krier, CynthiaSponsor: Patrick, Kae
Relating to fees for filing plans relating to protection of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/87
| Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 448 70-0 (1987)
Author: Lyon, TedSponsor: Johnson, Cliff
Relating to suits for enforcement by local governments of certain prohibitions against unauthorized discharges.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Water
SB 673 70-0 (1987)
Author: Montford, JohnSponsor: Johnson, Cliff
Relating to the adoption of certain rules by the Texas Water Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Reported favorably with substitute
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 674 70-0 (1987)
Author: Montford, John
Relating to minimum standards for underground water regulation.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 702 70-0 (1987)
Author: Santiesteban, H.
Relating to the creation, administration, powers, duties, and financing of the Texas Conservation System; providing civil and criminal penalties.
Senate: Natural Resources
Reported favorably with substitute
| Environment--Water | WATER--CONSERVATION
SB 779 70-0 (1987)
Author: Santiesteban, H.Sponsor: Millsap, Mike
Relating to the regulation of underground storage tanks, imposing certain fees, authorizing charges for late payment, and establishing an underground storage tank fund.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/87
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 807 70-0 (1987)
Author: McFarland, BobSponsor: Smith, Terral
Relating to establishment of a state water pollution control financial assistance program and a water resources revenue bond program; requiring water conservation programs for certain applicants.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | Political Subdivisions | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 937 70-0 (1987)
Author: Santiesteban, H.
Relating to jurisdiction of the Texas Water Commission and Texas Department of Health over plans and specifications for certain sewage disposal systems.
Senate: Natural Resources
Reported favorably with substitute
| Environment--Water | HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 967 70-0 (1987)
Author: Santiesteban, H.Sponsor: Smith, Terral
Relating to minimum standards for underground water management by and the creation, operation, and financing of underground water districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Record vote
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist.
SB 1033 70-0 (1987)
Author: Santiesteban, H.Sponsor: Johnson, Cliff
Relating to the protection of groundwater in the state.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Water | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS | Water--General
SB 1191 70-0 (1987)
Author: Brown, J.E.Sponsor: Riley, Randall
Relating to appeal from an action taken pursuant to Section 26.177, Water Code.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days - 8/31/87
| City Government--General | Environment--Water
SB 1309 70-0 (1987)
Author: Parker, CarlSponsor: Stiles, Mark
Relating to the employment of off-duty officers to monitor the taking of shellfish from polluted areas.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | Law Enforcement | Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing | PEACE OFFICERS
SR 684 70-0 (1987)
Author: Brown, J.E.
Suspending Senate rules to permit the Conference Committee on S.B. 1191 to consider and take action by adding language to the bill.
Adopted
| Environment--Water | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports
HB 96 70-2 (1987)
Author: Shelley, Dan
Relating to jurisdiction of the Texas Water Commission and Texas Department of Health over plans and specifications for certain sewage disposal systems.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 62 69-0 (1985)
Author: Stiles, Mark
Relating to prohibiting commercial solid waste facilities and injection wells for disposal of hazardous waste or industrial solid waste in flood-prone areas.
House: State Affairs
1st Printing sent to Comm. on Cal.
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | FLOODS | INJECTION WELLS | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1065 69-0 (1985)
Author: Stiles, Mark
Relating to designation by river authorities of buffer zones to protect water quality.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities
HB 1454 69-0 (1985)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to flood control and drainage rules for saltwater and sludge disposal pits; providing a penalty.
House: Energy
Referred to Energy
| Environment--Water | Oil & Gas
HB 1496 69-0 (1985)
Author: Watson, Ed
Relating to the requirement of certification of legal entities performing analyses of water and waste materials for submission or presentation to governmental entities.
House: Natural Resources
Withdrawn by author
| CERTIFIED ANALYST ACT | Environment--Water | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1745 69-0 (1985)
Author: Johnson, CliffSponsor: Edwards, Chet
Relating to emergency orders for discharging waste or pollutants into or adjacent to water in this state and to notice required concerning the filing of an application for a permit, permit amendment, or permit renewal to discharge waste or pollutants into or adjacent to water in this state.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Postponed in committee
| Environment--Water | Health--General | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1867 69-0 (1985)
Author: Craddick, TomSponsor: Santiesteban, H.
Relating to the regulatory authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas with respect to the management of wastes, the prevention of pollution, and brine mining; providing a penalty.
House: Energy Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 2060 69-0 (1985)
Author: Berlanga, Hugo
Relating to administrative penalties for violation of certain laws, rules, orders, and permits of the Texas Department of Water Resources.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Water | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | WATER RESOURCES, TEXAS DEPT. OF | Water--General
HB 2068 69-0 (1985)
Author: Oliveira, RenéSponsor: Uribe, Hector
Relating to spills of hazardous substances into water in this state.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water
HB 2071 69-0 (1985)
Author: Adkisson, Tommy
Relating to the authority of the Texas Water Commission to grant waste discharge permits, and declaring an emergency.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Water | PERMITS | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS | Water--General
HB 2362 69-0 (1985)
Author: Schlueter, StanSponsor: Jones, Grant
Relating to the discharge of certain waste or pollutants into or adjacent to Salado Creek, a tributary of the Lampasas River, or bodies of water flowing into Salado Creek.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | PERMITS | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2505 69-0 (1985)
Author: Lee, Don
Imposing liability for releases of hazardous substances from ocean incineration vessels.
House: Environmental Affairs
Referred to Environmental Affairs
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | OCEAN INCINERATOR'S LIABILITY ACT
SB 527 69-0 (1985)
Author: Henderson, DonSponsor: Hilbert, Paul
Relating to factors to be considered in issuing, amending, or renewing a permit to discharge certain effluent into or adjacent to water in this state.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
| Environment--Water | PERMITS
SB 528 69-0 (1985)
Author: Henderson, DonSponsor: Hilbert, Paul
Relating to the discharge of certain effluent within one mile of a park, playground, or schoolyard.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Education--General | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Parks & Wildlife--Parks | PERMITS
SB 863 69-0 (1985)
Author: Sarpalius, BillSponsor: Buchanan, J. W.
Relating to the definition of "project" to include certain projects for maintenance and enhancement of water quality under state water assistance and water development programs.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
| Environment--Water | Water--Development
SB 1130 69-0 (1985)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the authority of the Texas Water Commission to grant waste discharge permits and set water quality standards.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | PERMITS | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1302 69-0 (1985)
Author: Truan, CarlosSponsor: Roberts, Ted
Relating to the liability of the operator of a boat or motor vehicle for litter offenses; providing a penalty.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
| BOATS & BOATING | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | LITTER
SB 1479 69-0 (1985)
Author: Uribe, Hector
Imposing liability for releases of hazardous substances from ocean incineration vessels.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | OCEAN INCINERATOR'S LIABILITY ACT
SCR 77 69-0 (1985)
Author: Sarpalius, Bill
Requesting the U.S. Congress to reject the proposal to reduce the 1986 budget dealing with soil and water resource conservation services.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HB 508 68-0 (1983)
Author: McWilliams, Jim
Relating to representation and recovery of damages in a suit for unauthorized discharge of waste into water.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--Water
HB 655 68-0 (1983)
Author: Buchanan, J. W.
Relating to the management of groundwater by the state and local districts.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Water | Water--Development
HB 1202 68-0 (1983)
Author: Pierce, George
Relating to drilling or operating a water well near a septic tank; and providing a penalty.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Water | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 1302 68-0 (1983)
Author: Burnett, DickSponsor: Doggett, Lloyd
Relating to enforcement of certain penalties for offenses under the Water Code by certain peace officers.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Water | Law Enforcement | SHERIFFS
HB 1335 68-0 (1983)
Author: Smith, Terral
Relating to limitations on the issuance of a permit for the discharge of waste or pollutants into certain reservoirs and tributaries.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on daily General State Calendar
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | PERMITS
HB 1543 68-0 (1983)
Author: Collazo, Jr., Frank
Relating to imposition of a fee by the Texas Department of Water Resources to be used to pay expenses of supplemental monitoring of groundwater monitoring wells required at facilities used to manage hazardous industrial waste.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Committee on Natural Resources
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | STATE AGENCIES' RULES | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure
HB 1675 68-0 (1983)
Author: Kemp, Hill
Relating to maintaining a proper ecological environment in the streams, rivers, bays and estuaries of Texas.
House: Natural Resources
Committee laid on table subject to call
| Environment--Water | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Water--Rights
HB 2005 68-0 (1983)
Author: Geistweidt, GeraldSponsor: Sims, Bill
Relating to the reguation of disposal pits used to store or evaporate oil field brines; providing penalties.
House: Energy Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| Environment--Water | Oil & Gas
HB 2037 68-0 (1983)
Author: Toomey, Mike
Relating to the attainment of water quality control of Briar Branch, Spring Branch Creek, and Rummel Creek in Harris County, Texas; and a prohibition on the issuance of waste discharge permits.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Water | HARRIS COUNTY | PERMITS
HB 2112 68-0 (1983)
Author: Geistweidt, GeraldSponsor: Sims, Bill
Relating to the use of fresh water for enhanced oil recovery activities under an injection well permit.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| Environment--Water | INJECTION WELLS | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 2212 68-0 (1983)
Author: Laney, James
Relating to the amendment of Chapter 28 of the Water Code to require permits for certain drilled or mined shafts.
House: Natural Resources
Coauthor authorized
| Environment--Water | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas
HB 2403 68-0 (1983)
Author: Geistweidt, Gerald
Relating to the protection and conservation of fresh water in connection with activities associated with the exploration, recovery, and development of oil and gas.
House: Natural Resources
Committee laid on table subject to call
| Environment--Water | Oil & Gas
HCR 47 68-0 (1983)
Author: Pennington, Randy
Creating a special joint committee to assess the ecology of Clear Lake; directing the committee to make a report of its findings to the Legislature in January, 1985.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| CLEAR LAKE | Environment--Water | Interim Studies | Legislature | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SB 237 68-0 (1983)
Author: Henderson, Don
Relating to a moratorium on the issuance of certain waste discharge permits.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | PERMITS
SB 245 68-0 (1983)
Author: Blake, Roy
Relating to representation and recovery of and methods of determining damages in a suit for unauthorized discharge of waste into water.
Senate: Natural Resources
Reported from committee favorably with amendments
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--Water | Parks & Wildlife--General
SB 534 68-0 (1983)
Author: Traeger, John
Providing protection to a public water supply from a septic tank drain field near a water well.
Senate: Natural Resources
Reported from committee favorably with substitute
| Environment--Water | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 895 68-0 (1983)
Author: Caperton, KentSponsor: Geistweidt, Gerald
Relating to the protection and conservation of fresh water in connection with activities associated with the exploration, recovery, and development of oil and gas or geothermal resources, to rules in connection with saltwater hauling, to certain powers and duties of the Railroad Commission of Texas; providing enforcement procedures and penalties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
House conferees appointed
| Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 1018 68-0 (1983)
Author: Sarpalius, BillSponsor: Laney, James
Relating to requiring permits for certain drilled or mined shafts; giving the Railroad Commission of Texas, the Texas Department of Water Resources and its director, the Texas Water Commission and the Texas Water Development Board certain powers and duties; giving local governments certain authority and enforcement powers; providing procedures for enforcement and civil and criminal penalties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 1026 68-0 (1983)
Author: Sharp, JohnSponsor: Kemp, Hill
Relating to ecological matters in the consideration and issuance of and in the operation under certain water rights permits.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Rules suspended
| Environment--Water | PERMITS | Water--Rights
SB 1117 68-0 (1983)
Author: Washington, Craig
Relating to water quality control regulations.
Senate: Natural Resources
Read second time & passed to engrossment
| Environment--Water | Water--General
SB 1241 68-0 (1983)
Author: Brown, J.E.Sponsor: Craddick, Tom
Relating to certain definitions, to prevention and control of spills of hazardous substances, to coordination of the state response effort and cooperation of state agencies, to certain powers and duties of the Texas Water Development Board and the Texas Department of Water Resources and its executive director, to creation of the Texas Spill Response Fund; providing penalties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES | HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES SPILL PREVENTION & CONTROL ACT, TEXAS
SR 563 68-0 (1983)
Author: Santiesteban, H.
Directing the Senate Committee on Natural Resources to conduct an interim study relating to water, renewable energy resources and waste disposal.
Senate: Natural Resources
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | Interim Studies | NATURAL RESOURCES, SENATE COMMITTEE ON | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HB 15 68-2 (1984)
Author: Stiles, Mark
Relating to prohibiting solid waste facilities and injection wells for disposal of hazardous or industrial solid waste in flood-prone areas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to Committee on State Affairs
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | FLOODS | INJECTION WELLS | PERMITS
HB 402 67-0 (1981)
Author: Gonzales, Arnold
Relating to regulation of certain industrial waste.
House: Natural Resources
Coauthor authorized
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | PERMITS
HB 531 67-0 (1981)
Author: Wieting, Leroy J.
Relating to prevention and control of spills of oil, hazardous substances, and other pollutants.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Committee on Natural Resources
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water
HB 1097 67-0 (1981)
Author: Benedict, Jerry L.
Relating to disposal wells.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | PERMITS
HB 1379 67-0 (1981)
Author: Craddick, TomSponsor: Snelson, W.E. "Pete"
Relating to the regulation of injection wells and underground storage of hydrocarbons.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | INJECTION WELL ACT | INJECTION WELLS | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 1665 67-0 (1981)
Author: Hall, Lanny
Relating to an exemption from the Limited Sales, Excise and Use Tax Act for certain water and air pollution abatement equipment and materials.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Committee on Ways & Means
| Environment--Air | Environment--Water | Taxation--Sales
HB 2033 67-0 (1981)
Author: Sharp, JohnSponsor: Brown, J.E.
Relating to limitation on issuance of disposal well permits in certain counties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Postponed
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water
SB 938 67-0 (1981)
Author: Snelson, W.E. "Pete"
Relating to the regulation of injection wells and underground storage of hydrocarbons; providing penalties.
Senate: Natural Resources
Considered by committee in public hearing
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | INJECTION WELL ACT | INJECTION WELLS | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HCR 26 67-2 (1982)
Author: Craddick, Tom
Memorializing Congress to exempt dams under the NPDES permit program of the Clean Water Act.
House passage reported
| Environment--Water | Resolutions--Memorializing Congress | Water--General
HB 1232 66-0 (1979)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to responsibility for pollution caused by a solid waste disposal site.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Committee on Natural Resources
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | PERMITS
HB 1794 66-0 (1979)
Author: Close, G.R. "Bob"Sponsor: Snelson, W.E. "Pete"
Relating to action on certain applications by the Texas Water Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| Environment--Water | PERMITS | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS | Water--Development
SB 444 66-0 (1979)
Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe"
Amending the Water Code, by deleting the reference to coastal water or area and making the provisions of that subchapter applicable statewide and providing additionally for the cleanup of discharges or spills of other pollutants in addition to oil and hazardous substances as defined in the Act; declaring an emergency.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Considered by committee in public hearing
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | Oil & Gas | OIL & HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES SPILL PREVENTION & CONTROL ACT, TEXAS
HB 996 65-0 (1977)
Author: Powers, Pike
An Act providing for the exercise by the state of the regulatory authority of the Corps of Engineers over the discharge of dredged or fill material.
House: State Affairs
Considered by subcommittee in formal meeting
| DREDGED MATERIALS ACT | Environment--Water | Water--Navigation & Ports
HB 1105 65-0 (1977)
Author: Allee, Henry E.
Relating to penalties for certain statutes and regulations concerning shellfish in polluted water.
House: Environmental Affairs
Assigned to General State Calendar
| Environment--Water | Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing | Parks & Wildlife--Licenses
HB 1430 65-0 (1977)
Author: Looney, CullenSponsor: Traeger, John
Relating to an election for the approval of a regional or area-wide system or systems under the Texas Water Quality Act.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days
| Elections--General | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water
HB 1560 65-0 (1977)
Author: Hill, GeraldSponsor: Ogg, Jack
Relating to administration and regulation of certain discharges by the Texas Water Quality Board; providing penalties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | WATER QUALITY BOARD, TEXAS
HB 1631 65-0 (1977)
Author: Polumbo, AnthonySponsor: Williams, Lindon
Relating to the providing of water quality enhancement funds to designate regional entities for construction of regional waste treatment systems.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days
| Environment--Water | Water--Development
HB 1717 65-0 (1977)
Author: Simpson, Bob
An Act relating to the providing of water quality enhancement funds to designated regional entities for construction of regional waste treatment systems.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Water | Water--Development
HB 1718 65-0 (1977)
Author: Allen, Joe
Relating to the disposition of civil penalties recovered by local governments.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Committee on Natural Resources
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--Water | Water--Development
HB 1929 65-0 (1977)
Author: Nugent, James E.
Relating to regional orders issued by the Texas Water Quality Board; and providing for formal adoption by the governing bodies of the counties affected by such orders.
House: Natural Resources
Recommitted to committee
| Environment--Water | WATER QUALITY BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
HB 1933 65-0 (1977)
Author: Nugent, James E.
Relating to the protection of private and public drinking water supplies.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| Environment--Water
HB 1981 65-0 (1977)
Author: Close, G.R. "Bob"
Relating to the creation, administration, powers, duties, and operations of the Texas Department of Water Resources; providing penalties.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| DISPOSAL WELL ACT | Environment--Water | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WATER RESOURCES, TEXAS DEPT. OF | WATER RIGHTS ADJUDICATION ACT | WATER, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights | WEATHER MODIFICATION ACT
HCR 104 65-0 (1977)
Author: Bird, Ronald C.
Creating a joint interim committee to study ground water resources and need for additional state regulation of acquifers, etc.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Environment--Water | GROUNDWATER & AQUIFER RESOURCES | Interim Studies | Legislature | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SB 5 65-0 (1977)
Author: Doggett, Lloyd
Relating to the receipt and disposition of pollution complaints by certain state agencies and declaring an emergency.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Committee on State Affairs
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water
SB 100 65-0 (1977)
Author: Adams, Don
Relating to search warrants for certain Texas Water Quality Board inspections and investigations.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Considered by committee in public hearing
| Environment--Water | State Employees
SB 520 65-0 (1977)
Author: Jones, Gene
Relating to jurisdiction of city governments to prohibit the pollution of streams which constitute the source of water supply for such cities whether within or without the corporate limits of such cities; authorizing home-rule city governments to grant to their duly constituted boards, commissions and committees full subpoena and contempt powers to administer oaths, to compel attendance of and examine witnesses.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to subcommittee
| City Government--General | Environment--Water
SB 579 65-0 (1977)
Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe"Sponsor: Powers, Pike
Providing for the exercise by the state of the regulatory authority of the United States Army Corps of Engineers over the discharge of dredged or fill material under Section 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendments of 1972 (33 U.S.C. Section 1344), and regulations issued thereunder; providing that the provisions of this Act are not severable.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
90 Day Bill
| DREDGED MATERIALS ACT | Environment--Water | Water--Navigation & Ports
SB 705 65-0 (1977)
Author: Mengden, Walter
Relating to the prohibition of certain injection wells for drainage of septic tank effluent; providing a civil penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Committee on Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | INJECTION WELLS | Oil & Gas
SB 997 65-0 (1977)
Author: Ogg, Jack
Relating to administration and regulation of certain discharges by the Texas Water Quality Board; providing penalties.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Committee on Natural Resources
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water
SB 1139 65-0 (1977)
Author: Jones, GrantSponsor: Close, G.R. "Bob"
Relating to the creation, administration, powers, duties, and operations of the Texas Department of Water Resources; providing penalties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
| DISPOSAL WELL ACT | Environment--Water | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WATER RESOURCES, TEXAS DEPT. OF | WATER RIGHTS ADJUDICATION ACT | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights | WEATHER MODIFICATION ACT
HB 434 64-0 (1975)
Author: Waters, Ron
Relating to the administration, enforcement, procedures, and rights and duties under Texas Water Quality Act.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--Water
HB 1089 64-0 (1975)
Author: Short, E.L.Sponsor: Traeger, John
Relating to issuance of weather modification permits.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days
| Environment--Water | WEATHER MODIFICATION
