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HB 5 87-0 (2021) Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al.
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the expansion of broadband services to certain areas. House: State Affairs
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately BROADBAND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE|BROADBAND NETWORKS|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Governor|GOVERNOR'S BROADBAND COUNCIL|INTERNET|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 51 87-0 (2021) Author: Talarico, James Relating to establishing an Office of Early Childhood to coordinate, consolidate and integrate early childhood programs. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Human Services--Child Services|KINDERGARTEN|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 62 87-0 (2021) Author: Talarico, James Relating to the use of disciplinary alternatives to suspension by a school district and the creation of the restorative justice coordinating council. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline|JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS|PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF|RESTORATIVE JUSTICE COORDINATING COUNCIL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS JUDICIAL COUNCIL
HB 282 87-0 (2021) Author: González, Mary | et. al. Relating to the Independent Citizen Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Left pending in committee AUDITOR, STATE|INDEPENDENT CITIZEN REDISTRICTING COMMISSION|Legislature|Redistricting|SECRETARY OF STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 474 87-0 (2021) Author: Lopez, Ray Relating to the creation of the Texas Veterans County Service Officer Task Force. House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs Military & Veterans|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS VETERANS COUNTY SERVICE OFFICER TASK FORCE|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 499 87-0 (2021) Author: Wu, Gene Relating to the establishment of the Texas Pay Equity Task Force. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs City Government--Employees/Officers|City Government--General|County Government--Employees/Officers|County Government--General|Labor--General|Labor--Wages|PAY EQUITY TASK FORCE, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Employees
HB 816 87-0 (2021) Author: Krause, Matt | et. al. Relating to the creation of a commission to review certain penal laws of this state and to make certain recommendations regarding those laws, to criminal offenses previously compiled in statutes outside the Penal Code, to repealing certain of those offenses, and to conforming punishments for certain of those offenses to the penalty structure provided in the Penal Code; increasing the punishment for the criminal offenses of sedition, sabotage, and capital sabotage; imposing a civil penalty. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Received from the House CERTAIN PENAL LAWS, COMMISSION TO STUDY|Crimes--Miscellaneous|CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF|Criminal Procedure--General|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|SUPREME COURT
HB 1025 87-0 (2021) Author: Howard, Donna | et. al. Relating to the reapportionment of state legislative, congressional, and judicial districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Left pending in committee Congress|Elections--General|JUDICIAL DISTRICTS BOARD|LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1044 87-0 (2021) Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al. Relating to establishing the Texas Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission to study and address the impacts of climate change in this state. House: Environmental Regulation Referred to Environmental Regulation Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Environment--General|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION AND ADAPTATION ACT|TEXAS CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION AND ADAPTATION COMMISSION
HB 1072 87-0 (2021) Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" Relating to the licensing and regulation of lactation consultants and the creation of the Lactation Consultant Advisory Board; requiring an occupational license; imposing fees; providing penalties; creating a criminal offense. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health LACTATION CONSULTANT ADVISORY BOARD|LACTATION CONSULTANTS|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|TEXAS LACTATION CONSULTANT ACT
HB 1180 87-0 (2021) Author: Krause, Matt Relating to the creation of the Fiscal Risk Management Commission. House: Appropriations Referred to Appropriations COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|FISCAL RISK MANAGEMENT COMMISSION|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Budget
HB 1446 87-0 (2021) Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al. Relating to the expansion of broadband services to certain areas. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs BROADBAND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE|BROADBAND NETWORKS|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|GOVERNOR'S BROADBAND DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL|INTERNET|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 1560 87-0 (2021) Author: Goldman, Craig
Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date AUCTIONS & AUCTIONEERS|AUDIOLOGISTS|BARBERING & COSMETOLOGY ADVISORY BOARD|BARBERS|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|COSMETOLOGISTS|DRIVER EDUCATION & SAFETY CLASSES|Education--Driver Education & Training|GREYHOUND RACING|HORSE RACING|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PEACE OFFICERS|POLYGRAPH EXAMINATIONS|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|RACING ADVISORY BOARD, TEXAS|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|REAL ESTATE COMMISSION|SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset--Commission Bills|Sunset—Required Reviews|TELECONFERENCING|TOWING & STORAGE ADVISORY BOARD|VIDEOCONFERENCING
HB 1565 87-0 (2021) Author: Paddie, Chris
Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the continuation and transfer of the regulation of willed body programs to the Texas Funeral Service Commission, the regulation of willed body programs and non-transplant anatomical donation organizations, and the creation of the State Anatomical Advisory Committee; authorizing a fee. House: Public Health
Senate: Business & Commerce
Senate appoints conferees-reported ANATOMICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE, STATE|ANATOMICAL BOARD, STATE OF TEXAS|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS|Health--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 1598 87-0 (2021) Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al. Relating to the creation of the office of independent oversight ombudsman for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. House: Corrections Referred to Corrections Corrections--Jails & Prisons|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Governor|OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF INDEPENDENT OVERSIGHT--TDCJ|SENATE, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1605 87-0 (2021) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to the establishment of the inmate legal services office and to the appointment and compensation of certain legal counsel for certain indigent inmates and other persons in secure correctional facilities. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Committee report sent to Calendars Criminal Procedure--Defense Counsel|INDIGENT LEGAL SERVICES|INMATE LEGAL SERVICES OFFICE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE BAR OF TEXAS
HB 1616 87-0 (2021) Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact; authorizing fees. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21 INTERSTATE MEDICAL LICENSURE COMPACT COMMISSION|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|PHYSICIANS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1661 87-0 (2021) Author: Pacheco, Leo Relating to state recognition of the Tap Pilam Coahuiltecan Nation. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Left pending in committee Human Relations|Intergovernmental Relations|NATIVE AMERICANS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1663 87-0 (2021) Author: Pacheco, Leo Relating to state recognition of the Tap Pilam Coahuiltecan Nation. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism Human Relations|Intergovernmental Relations|NATIVE AMERICANS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1867 87-0 (2021) Author: González, Mary Relating to the creation of the Texas Commission on Assessment and Accountability. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education ASSESSMENT & ACCOUNTABILITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability|Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1903 87-0 (2021) Author: Walle, Armando | et. al. Relating to the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact; authorizing fees. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services BOARD OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINERS, TEXAS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS|OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY COMPACT COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1983 87-0 (2021) Author: Thierry, Shawn Relating to statewide preparedness and long-term recovery strategies for certain issues arising from a pandemic or other disaster. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety Disaster Preparedness & Relief|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Employees
HB 2021 87-0 (2021) Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al. Relating to the acceptance, rejection, and uses of certain money provided by the federal government to this state. House: Appropriations Placed on General State Calendar ADMINISTRATION OF FEDERAL FUNDS, BOARD OF|Governor|Legislature|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Budget|State Finances--Management & Control
HB 2053 87-0 (2021) Author: Klick, Stephanie Relating to the licensing and regulation of genetic counselors; requiring an occupational license; authorizing a fee. House: Public Health
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce DNA|LICENSED GENETIC COUNSELOR ACT|LICENSED GENETIC COUNSELOR ADVISORY BOARD|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2154 87-0 (2021) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to a peace officer training advisory committee. House: House Administration Referred to House Administration Fire Fighters & Police--General|Governor|Law Enforcement|LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PEACE OFFICERS|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2207 87-0 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Texas African American Heritage Commission. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Left pending in committee AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS|Historic Preservation & Museums|HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS |Legislature|PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
HB 2221 87-0 (2021) Author: Canales, Terry | et. al. Relating to mobile source emissions reductions and transportation electrification; authorizing a surcharge. House: State Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION, TEXAS STATE|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS|ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT)|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF|Energy--Alternative Fuels|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|HYBRID VEHICLES|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE|TRANSPORTATION ELECTRIFICATION COUNCIL, TEXAS|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Utilities--Electric|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 2381 87-0 (2021) Author: Larson, Lyle Relating to the establishment of the Texas Energy and Communications Commission to consolidate the functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Railroad Commission of Texas. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs ENERGY & COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION, TEXAS|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|RAILROAD COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2473 87-0 (2021) Author: Johnson, Ann Relating to the licensing and regulation of music therapists; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees. House: Public Health Placed on General State Calendar COUNSELING & THERAPY|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS|MUSIC THERAPIST ADVISORY BOARD|MUSIC THERAPIST LICENSING ACT|MUSIC THERAPY|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2572 87-0 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to the creation of the office of law enforcement oversight. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety Governor|Law Enforcement|LAW ENFORCEMENT OVERSIGHT, OFFICE OF|SENATE, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
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 3065 87-0 (2021) Author: Davis, Yvonne Relating to the creation of a commission to study the terminology of the penal laws and the justice system of this state. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Left pending in committee BILL BLACKWOOD LAW ENFORCEMENT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE OF TX|Criminal Procedure--General|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Law Enforcement|LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY|SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TERMINOLOGY OF PENAL LAWS & JUSTICE SYSTEM, COMMISSION TO STUDY|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS AT DALLAS|W.W. CARUTH JR. POLICE INSTITUTE AT DALLAS
HB 3154 87-0 (2021) Author: Beckley, Michelle Relating to the issuance of a wireless emergency alert after a statewide disaster declaration. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Left pending in committee ALERT SYSTEM|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Governor|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|Safety|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3168 87-0 (2021) Author: Crockett, Jasmine Relating to the issuance of a wireless emergency alert after a statewide disaster declaration. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety ALERT SYSTEM|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Governor|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|Safety|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3257 87-0 (2021) Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas Holocaust, Genocide, and Antisemitism Advisory Commission. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21 COMMISSION ON ANTISEMITISM, TEXAS|Crimes--Miscellaneous|Governor|HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS |HOLOCAUST & GENOCIDE COMMISSION, TEXAS|HOLOCAUST, GENOCIDE, & ANTISEMITISM ADVISORY COMMISSION, TEXAS|Human Relations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3586 87-0 (2021) Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl Relating to the creation of the Texas Sentencing Commission and to the collection and analysis of certain criminal sentencing information. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Left pending in committee COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|Governor|SENTENCING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3600 87-0 (2021) Author: Hunter, Todd
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the establishment of the commercial oyster mariculture advisory board. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Removed from local & uncontested calendar COMMERCIAL OYSTER MARICULTURE BOARD, GOVERNOR'S OFFICE|Governor|MARICULTURE|OYSTERS|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3625 87-0 (2021) Author: Parker, Tan | et. al. Relating to the administration of the governor's university research initiative. House: Higher Education Committee report sent to Calendars ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS|GOVERNOR'S UNIVERSITY RESEARCH INITIATIVE ADVISORY BOARD|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3637 87-0 (2021) Author: Goodwin, Vikki Relating to mobile source emissions reductions and transportation electrification; authorizing a fee. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION, TEXAS STATE|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS|ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT)|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF|Energy--Alternative Fuels|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|HYBRID VEHICLES|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE|TRANSPORTATION ELECTRIFICATION COUNCIL, TEXAS|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Utilities--Electric
HB 3643 87-0 (2021) Author: King, Ken | et. al.
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the creation of the Texas Commission on Virtual Education. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Electronic Information Systems|FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM|Governor|Legislature|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|VIRTUAL EDUCATION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3667 87-0 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the establishment of the School Psychologists Shortage Task Force. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel|Legislature|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|PSYCHOLOGISTS|SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS SHORTAGE TASK FORCE|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3707 87-0 (2021) Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al. Relating to the creation of a commission to recommend improvements to funding for special education in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education COMMISSION ON SPECIAL EDUCATION FUNDING, TEXAS|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Education--Primary & Secondary--Special|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3791 87-0 (2021) Author: Parker, Tan | et. al. Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Electric Grid Security and Emergency Preparedness Advisory Council. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Disaster Preparedness & Relief|ELECTRIC GRID SECURITY & EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS|ELECTRIC GRID SECURITY COUNCIL, TEXAS|Electronic Information Systems|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Utilities--General
HB 3844 87-0 (2021) Author: Johnson, Jarvis Relating to the establishment of the department of consumer affairs services for property owners and property owners' associations within the office of the attorney general. House: Business & Industry Referred to Business & Industry ATTORNEY GENERAL|Consumer Protection|DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS SERVICES FOR PROPERTY OWNERS & PROPERTY OWNERS' ASSOCIATIONS|Property Interests--Property Owners Association|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3881 87-0 (2021) Author: Goldman, Craig Relating to the creation of an advisory committee by the Railroad Commission of Texas to facilitate the movement of natural gas to high priority customers during periods of emergency. House: Energy Resources Left pending in committee ENERGY RELIABILITY COUNCIL, TEXAS (TERC)|RAILROAD COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Utilities--Natural Gas
HB 3938 87-0 (2021) Author: Bell, Keith | et. al.
Sponsor: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the industry-based certification advisory council and the transfer of certain duties to that advisory council. House: International Relations & Economic Development
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately Economic & Industrial Development--General|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|Education--School Districts|Governor|INDUSTRY-BASED CERTIFICATION ADVISORY COUNCIL|Labor--Workforce Development|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 4056 87-0 (2021) Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the establishment of a committee to study the formation of a Texas Bicentennial Commission. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21 ARTS, TEXAS COMMISSION ON THE|BICENTENNIAL COMMISSION, TEXAS|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS |Legislature|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 4237 87-0 (2021) Author: Kuempel, John Relating to the authorization, licensing, and regulation of casino gaming in this state and the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming Commission; imposing and authorizing administrative and civil penalties; imposing a tax; imposing and authorizing fees; requiring occupational licenses; creating criminal offenses; making an appropriation. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Amusements, Games, Sports|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|CRIMINAL RECORDS|GAMBLING|GAMING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Governor|HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|Legislature|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|NATIVE AMERICANS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PEACE OFFICERS|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|SENATE, TEXAS|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control|Taxation--State
HB 4375 87-0 (2021) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al. Relating to the expansion of broadband services to certain areas. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs BROADBAND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE|BROADBAND NETWORKS|Governor|GOVERNOR'S BROADBAND DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 4551 87-0 (2021) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to the creation of a commission to study land titles. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs ATTORNEY GENERAL|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|LAND TITLE REVIEW COMMISSION|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|Property Interests--Real Property|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 4553 87-0 (2021) Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Texas Hispanic Heritage Commission. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs HISPANIC HERITAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS|Historic Preservation & Museums|HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS |Legislature|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY
HB 4571 87-0 (2021) Author: Rose, Toni Relating to the statewide intellectual and developmental disabilities coordinating council. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Disabilities, Persons with|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|STATEWIDE INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES COORDINATING COUNCIL|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY CENTER ON DISABILITY & DEVELOPMENT|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN CENTER FOR DISABILITY STUDIES|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 4572 87-0 (2021) Author: Rose, Toni Relating to the statewide interagency aging services coordinating council. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services Aging|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ATTORNEY GENERAL|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|STATEWIDE INTERAGENCY AGING SERVICES COORDINATING COUNCIL|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HJR 59 87-0 (2021) Author: Howard, Donna | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting. House: Redistricting Left pending in committee LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 121 87-0 (2021) Author: Anchía, Rafael Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting. House: Redistricting Left pending in committee Congress|Courts--District|Elections--General|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 5 87-0 (2021) Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al. Relating to the expansion of broadband services to certain areas. House: State Affairs
Senate: Transportation
Referred to State Affairs BROADBAND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE|BROADBAND NETWORKS|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|GOVERNOR'S BROADBAND DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL|INTERNET|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM|Utilities--Telecommunications
SB 173 87-0 (2021) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to the creation of the African American Family Commission. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs AFRICAN AMERICAN FAMILY COMMISSION|Governor|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 215 87-0 (2021) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al. Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|INSPECTOR GENERAL AT THE TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 458 87-0 (2021) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact; authorizing fees. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services BOARD OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINERS, TEXAS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS|OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY COMPACT COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 506 87-0 (2021) Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al. Relating to the expansion of broadband services to certain areas. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation BROADBAND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE|BROADBAND NETWORKS|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|GOVERNOR'S BROADBAND DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL|INTERNET|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Utilities--Telecommunications
SB 517 87-0 (2021) Author: Huffman, Joan Relating to the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact; authorizing fees. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services INTERSTATE MEDICAL LICENSURE COMPACT COMMISSION|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|PHYSICIANS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 557 87-0 (2021) Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al. Relating to the licensing and regulation of genetic counselors; requiring an occupational license; authorizing a fee. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce DNA|LICENSED GENETIC COUNSELOR ACT|LICENSED GENETIC COUNSELOR ADVISORY BOARD|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 590 87-0 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the establishment of the Texas Redistricting Commission. Senate: Redistricting, Special Referred to Redistricting, Special HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES|HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, US|LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|SECRETARY OF STATE|SENATE, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|SUPREME COURT
SB 601 87-0 (2021) Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Sponsor: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to the creation and activities of the Texas Produced Water Consortium. House: Natural Resources
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS|Education--Higher--General|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|Oil & Gas|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PRODUCED WATER CONSORTIUM, TEXAS|RAILROAD COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|Water--Development
SB 618 87-0 (2021) Author: Gutierrez, Roland Relating to the creation of the Texas Telecommunications Infrastructure Board. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Governor|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TELECOMMUNICATIONS INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|Utilities--Telecommunications|Utilities--Telecommunications--Rural
SB 701 87-0 (2021) Author: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al. Relating to the continuation and transfer of the regulation of willed body programs to the Texas Funeral Service Commission and to the creation of the State Anatomical Advisory Committee; authorizing a fee. Senate: Business & Commerce Left pending in committee ANATOMICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE, STATE|ANATOMICAL BOARD, STATE OF TEXAS|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS|Health--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 805 87-0 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to state recognition of the Tap Pilam Coahuiltecan Nation. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Human Relations|Intergovernmental Relations|NATIVE AMERICANS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 853 87-0 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to the establishment of the Texas Energy and Communications Commission to consolidate the functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Railroad Commission of Texas. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce ENERGY & COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION, TEXAS|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|RAILROAD COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 966 87-0 (2021) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to legislative oversight during a public health disaster or public health emergency, including the establishment of a legislative public health oversight board. House: State Affairs
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Health--General|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|LEGISLATIVE PUBLIC HEALTH OVERSIGHT BOARD|Legislature|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 968 87-0 (2021) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to public health disaster and public health emergency preparedness and response; providing a civil penalty. House: State Affairs
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately Business & Commerce--General|COVID-19|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|IMMUNIZATIONS|Legislature|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS|OFFICE OF CHIEF STATE EPIDEMIOLOGIST|Purchasing--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 969 87-0 (2021) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to reporting procedures for and information concerning public health disasters and to certain public health studies; providing a civil penalty. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21 Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Electronic Information Systems|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|Hospitals|INTERNET|OFFICE OF CHIEF STATE EPIDEMIOLOGIST|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 995 87-0 (2021) Author: Powell, Beverly | et. al. Relating to the establishment of the disaster reinvestment and infrastructure planning board and the creation of the disaster reinvestment and infrastructure planning revolving fund; making an appropriation. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance Disaster Preparedness & Relief|DISASTER REINVESTMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE PLANNING BOARD|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|LOANS|Political Subdivisions|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control|TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1177 87-0 (2021) Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Sponsor: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the establishment of a task force to evaluate state-owned artifact collections. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21 FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Historic Preservation & Museums|HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS |PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PRESERVATION BOARD, STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1230 87-0 (2021) Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Pacheco, Leo
Relating to establishing the Texas Commission on Community College Finance. House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/21 COMMUNITY COLLEGE FINANCE, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--General|Education--Junior College Districts|Governor|Legislature|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1232 87-0 (2021) Author: Taylor, Larry
Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to the management and investment of the permanent school fund, including authorizing the creation of the Texas Permanent School Fund Corporation to manage and invest the fund and limiting the authority of the School Land Board to manage and invest the fund if the corporation is created. House: Appropriations
Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND|PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND CORPORATION, TEXAS|PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATION|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|SCHOOL LAND BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
SB 1508 87-0 (2021) Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al. Relating to the establishment of the election integrity division in the office of the attorney general. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Elections ATTORNEY GENERAL|Elections--General|Law Enforcement|Political Subdivisions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|SUBPOENAS
SB 1525 87-0 (2021) Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Sponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to the administration of the governor's university research initiative. House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately Economic & Industrial Development--General|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Governor|GOVERNOR'S UNIVERSITY RESEARCH INITIATIVE ADVISORY BOARD|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS EMERGING TECHNOLOGY FUND
SB 1636 87-0 (2021) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to the creation of the Texas African American Heritage Commission. Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS|Historic Preservation & Museums|HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS |Legislature|PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
SB 1757 87-0 (2021) Author: Hancock, Kelly Relating to securitizing costs associated with electric markets; granting authority to issue bonds. Senate: Business & Commerce Committee report printed and distributed BONDS|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|ELECTRIC SECURITIZATION CORPORATION, TEXAS|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|SECRETARY OF STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control|Utilities--Electric
SB 1827 87-0 (2021) Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Sponsor: Holland, Justin
Relating to the creation of the opioid abatement account, an opioid abatement trust fund, and a statewide opioid settlement agreement. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance
Effective immediately ATTORNEY GENERAL|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|OPIOID ABATEMENT FUND COUNCIL, TEXAS|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
SB 1839 87-0 (2021) Author: Eckhardt, Sarah Relating to establishing an advisory board to study the creation of an entity to facilitate the certification, buying, and selling of carbon capture and sequestration credits. Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE, TEXAS|CARBON CAPTURE & SEQUESTRATION ADVISORY BOARD|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Environment--Air|Environment--General|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--CORPUS CHRISTI
SB 1896 87-0 (2021) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Sponsor: Frank, James B. | et. al.
Relating to the provision of health and human services by the Department of Family and Protective Services and the Health and Human Services Commission. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately AUDITOR, STATE|COMMUNITY-BASED CARE TRANSITION, OFFICE OF|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Electronic Information Systems|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Family--Child Protection|FOSTER CARE|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Child Services|Legislature|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|Minors--Health & Safety|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1966 87-0 (2021) Author: West, Royce Relating to the creation of a Texas Commission on Assessment and Accountability. Senate: Education Referred to Education ASSESSMENT & ACCOUNTABILITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Governor|Legislature|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 2044 87-0 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José | et. al. Relating to the establishment of the State Advisory Council on Educational Opportunity for Military Children. Senate: Education Not again placed on intent calendar EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance|EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOR MILITARY CHILDREN, STATE ADVISORY COUNCIL ON|Governor|HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES|Military & Veterans|SENATE, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 2062 87-0 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José
Sponsor: Goldman, Craig
Relating to the establishment of the Motor Fuel Metering and Quality Advisory Board. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF|MOTOR FUEL METERING & QUALITY ADVISORY BOARD|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Oil & Gas|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 2231 87-0 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs City Government--Utilities|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT)|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF|Energy--General|GRID SECURITY COMMISSION, TEXAS|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS|MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS|NATIONAL GUARD, TEXAS|RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF|Safety|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF|Utilities--Electric|Utilities--General
SJR 34 87-0 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the United States House of Representatives and the Texas Legislature. Senate: Redistricting, Special Referred to Redistricting, Special LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SJR 43 87-0 (2021) Author: West, Royce | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission and providing redistricting procedures for state legislative, state judicial, and congressional districts. Senate: Redistricting, Special Referred to Redistricting, Special COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Governor|LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD|Legislature|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|SECRETARY OF STATE|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SJR 64 87-0 (2021) Author: Gutierrez, Roland Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for the issuance of general obligation bonds to support the development of public telecommunications and information services infrastructure in this state. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce BONDS|Governor|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Utilities--Telecommunications|Utilities--Telecommunications--Rural
HB 47 87-1 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to the creation of the office of law enforcement oversight. Filed Governor|Law Enforcement|LAW ENFORCEMENT OVERSIGHT, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 28 87-1 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities. Filed ADJUTANT GENERAL|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT)|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF|Energy--General|GRID SECURITY COMMISSION, TEXAS|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS|MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS|RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF|Utilities--Electric
SB 34 87-1 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the establishment of the Texas Redistricting Commission. Filed HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES|HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, US|LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|SECRETARY OF STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|SUPREME COURT
HB 61 87-2 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to the creation of the office of law enforcement oversight. Filed Governor|Law Enforcement|LAW ENFORCEMENT OVERSIGHT, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 71 87-2 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to the creation of the Climate Change Impact Assessment Council. Filed CLIMATE CHANGE IMPACT ASSESSMENT COUNCIL|CLIMATOLOGY & CLIMATOLOGISTS|Environment--General|Health--General|Legislature|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|Safety|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 72 87-2 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council. Filed AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|ATTORNEY GENERAL|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Environment--General|ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS|ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PERMITS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 158 87-2 (2021) Author: Allison, Steve | et. al. Relating to a study of the desirability, feasibility, and effects of various measures to limit or reduce the burden of ad valorem taxes on property owners. Filed COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|MEASURES TO LIMIT OR REDUCE AD VALOREM TAXES, COMMISSION TO STUDY|Property Interests--Homestead|Property Interests--Real Property|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Taxation--School District
SB 28 87-2 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities. Filed ADJUTANT GENERAL|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT)|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF|Energy--General|GRID SECURITY COMMISSION, TEXAS|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS|MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS|RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF|Utilities--Electric
HB 52 87-3 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to the creation of the office of law enforcement oversight. Filed Governor|Law Enforcement|LAW ENFORCEMENT OVERSIGHT, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 56 87-3 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council. Filed AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|ATTORNEY GENERAL|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Environment--General|ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS|ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PERMITS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HJR 15 87-3 (2021) Author: Anchía, Rafael Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting. House: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting Congress|Courts--District|Elections--General|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 23 87-3 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities. Filed ADJUTANT GENERAL|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT)|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF|Energy--General|GRID SECURITY COMMISSION, TEXAS|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS|MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS|RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF|Utilities--Electric
SB 45 87-3 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José | et. al. Relating to the Texas Redistricting Commission. Filed AUDITOR, STATE|COMPUTERS & SOFTWARE|Electronic Information Systems|LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SJR 12 87-3 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting. Filed ATTORNEY GENERAL|LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|SECRETARY OF STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Appropriations|SUPREME COURT
HB 2 86-0 (2019) Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al. Relating to ad valorem taxation; authorizing fees. House: Ways & Means Laid on the table subject to call COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTORS|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Elections--Administration|Elections--General|Property Interests--Personal Property|PROPERTY TAX ADMINISTRATION ADVISORY BOARD|PUBLIC NOTICE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--General|Taxation--Property-Appeal of Tax Decisions|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Taxation--Property-State Administration|Taxation--Property-Tax Rate|Taxation--School District|TEXAS PROPERTY TAX REFORM AND RELIEF ACT OF 2019
HB 10 86-0 (2019) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas Mental and Behavioral Health Research Institute. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on intent calendar BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE|BEHAVIORAL HEALTH RESEARCH INSTITUTE, TEXAS|DELL MEDICAL SCHOOL AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Governor|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|MENTAL & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH RESEARCH INSTITUTE, TEXAS|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|Minors--Health & Safety|NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF|REGISTERED NURSES|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER|TEXAS MENTAL & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH RESEARCH INSTITUTE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER AT EL PASO|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT FT. WORTH|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT TYLER |UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER
HB 74 86-0 (2019) Author: Hinojosa, Gina Relating to requiring a public employer to give notice to new employees of the ability of certain employees to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. House: State Affairs Considered in Calendars City Government--Employees/Officers|County Government--Employees/Officers|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--School Districts|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Employees|STUDENT LOANS
HB 236 86-0 (2019) Author: Krause, Matt Relating to the creation of the Fiscal Risk Management Commission. House: Appropriations Left pending in committee FISCAL RISK MANAGEMENT COMMISSION|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Budget
HB 255 86-0 (2019) Author: Blanco, César | et. al. Relating to efforts to encourage full participation in the 2020 federal decennial census by the residents of this state, including the establishment of the Complete Count Commission. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs COMPLETE COUNT COMMISSION|EVERY TEXAN COUNTS ACT|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SECRETARY OF STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 312 86-0 (2019) Author: Howard, Donna | et. al. Relating to the reapportionment of state legislative, congressional, and judicial districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Left pending in committee Congress|Elections--General|JUDICIAL DISTRICTS BOARD|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 363 86-0 (2019) Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al. Relating to the creation of the office of independent oversight ombudsman for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. House: Corrections Committee report sent to Calendars AUDITOR, STATE|Corrections--Jails & Prisons|Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Governor|JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON|OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF INDEPENDENT OVERSIGHT--TDCJ|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 400 86-0 (2019) Author: Tinderholt, Tony | et. al. Relating to the security of the electric grid. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Electronic Information Systems|Governor|GRID SECURITY COUNCIL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Utilities--Electric
HB 401 86-0 (2019) Author: Neave, Victoria | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Texas Sexual Assault Evidentiary Council. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety ATTORNEY GENERAL|Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure|SEXUAL ASSAULT|SEXUAL ASSAULT EVIDENTIARY COUNCIL, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 655 86-0 (2019) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to a peace officer training advisory committee. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety CONTINUING EDUCATION|Fire Fighters & Police--General|Law Enforcement|LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 728 86-0 (2019) Author: Holland, Justin Relating to litigation involving certain defects in school district instructional facilities and enforcement of certain duties following that litigation; authorizing a civil penalty. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence ATTORNEY GENERAL|Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities|Education--School Districts|Purchasing--Local|Purchasing--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 928 86-0 (2019) Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al. Relating to establishing the Texas Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission to study and address the impacts of climate change in this state. House: Environmental Regulation Referred to Environmental Regulation Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Environment--General|Governor|INTERNET|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION AND ADAPTATION ACT|TEXAS CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION AND ADAPTATION COMMISSION
HB 942 86-0 (2019) Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al. Relating to the creation and duties of the Global Climate Change Commission. House: Environmental Regulation Referred to Environmental Regulation Environment--Air|Environment--General|GLOBAL CLIMATE CHANGE COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1302 86-0 (2019) Author: Davis, Sarah Relating to the creation of the Texas Mental Health Research Institute; authorizing the issuance of bonds. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS MENTAL HEALTH RESEARCH INSTITUTE
HB 1307 86-0 (2019) Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the creation of a disaster case management system by the Texas Division of Emergency Management. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19 Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Electronic Information Systems|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, DIVISION OF THE DEPT. OF PUBLIC SAFETY|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1501 86-0 (2019) Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the creation of the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council and to the continuation and transfer of the regulation of psychologists, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors, and social workers to the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council; providing civil and administrative penalties; authorizing a fee. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19 ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF|ATTORNEY GENERAL|BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|EXAMINERS OF PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HEALTH PROFESSIONS COUNCIL|Health--General|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS, TEXAS ST. BD. OF EXAMINERS OF|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS|PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATES|PSYCHOLOGISTS|PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF|PSYCHOLOGY INTERJURISDICTIONAL COMPACT COMMISSION|SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS|SOCIAL WORKER EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 1734 86-0 (2019) Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to litigation involving certain defects in school district facilities and enforcement of certain duties following that litigation; authorizing a civil penalty. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/19 ATTORNEY GENERAL|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities|Education--School Districts|Purchasing--Local|Purchasing--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1868 86-0 (2019) Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Texas Rural Water Advisory Council. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|GENERAL LAND OFFICE COMMISSIONER|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|RURAL WATER ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Water--General
HB 1980 86-0 (2019) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to the creation of the Climate Change Impact Assessment Council. House: Environmental Regulation Referred to Environmental Regulation CLIMATE CHANGE IMPACT ASSESSMENT COUNCIL|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Environment--General|Health--General|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|Safety|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2451 86-0 (2019) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to the creation of the Proportional Fine Commission. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Criminal Procedure--General|Governor|PROPORTIONAL FINE COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2563 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to the establishment and duties of the Texas Medical Cannabis Council. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Crimes--Drugs|Health Care Providers|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS|MEDICAL CANNABIS COUNCIL, TEXAS|NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF|PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF
HB 2815 86-0 (2019) Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al. Relating to the licensing and regulation of genetic counselors requiring an occupational license; authorizing a fee. House: Public Health Committee report sent to Calendars DNA|LICENSED GENETIC COUNSELOR ACT|LICENSED GENETIC COUNSELOR ADVISORY BOARD|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3367 86-0 (2019) Author: Thompson, Ed Relating to the creation of a business advisory council on disaster recovery and mitigation. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety Business & Commerce--General|BUSINESS ADVISORY COUNCIL ON DISASTER RECOVERY & MITIGATION|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3421 86-0 (2019) Author: González, Mary | et. al. Relating to the Independent Citizen Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Left pending in committee AUDITOR, STATE|INDEPENDENT CITIZEN REDISTRICTING COMMISSION|Redistricting|SECRETARY OF STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|SUPREME COURT
HB 3511 86-0 (2019) Author: VanDeaver, Gary | et. al.
Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Commission on Texas Workforce of the Future. House: International Relations & Economic Development
Senate: Education
Vetoed by the Governor Education--Higher--General|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Governor|Labor--Workforce Development|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS WORKFORCE OF THE FUTURE, COMMISSION ON
HB 3517 86-0 (2019) Author: Toth, Steve Relating to the preservation, maintenance, and restoration of the Alamo complex and surrounding area by the Texas Historical Commission and the Alamo oversight committee. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism ALAMO PRESERVATION ADVISORY BOARD|ALAMO, THE|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|Historic Preservation & Museums|HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS |Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Appropriations
HB 3538 86-0 (2019) Author: Rose, Toni Relating to the establishment of the Opioid and Substance Abuse Advisory Council. House: Public Health Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar Alcoholism & Drug Abuse|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|OPIOID & SUBSTANCE ABUSE ADVISORY COUNCIL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3616 86-0 (2019) Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the establishment of a task force on faith-based programs that provide assistance during a disaster. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately Disaster Preparedness & Relief|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, DIVISION OF THE DEPT. OF PUBLIC SAFETY|FAITH-BASED DISASTER RESPONSE, TASK FORCE ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3920 86-0 (2019) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to the establishment of the inmate legal services office and to the appointment and compensation of certain legal counsel for certain indigent inmates and other persons in secure correctional facilities. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Left pending in committee Criminal Procedure--Defense Counsel|INDIGENT LEGAL SERVICES|INMATE LEGAL SERVICES OFFICE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE BAR OF TEXAS
HB 4451 86-0 (2019) Author: Pacheco, Leo | et. al. Relating to state recognition of the Tap Pilam Coahuiltecan Nation. House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs Human Relations|Intergovernmental Relations|NATIVE AMERICANS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 25 86-0 (2019) Author: Howard, Donna Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting. House: Redistricting Left pending in committee Congress|Elections--General|JUDICIAL DISTRICTS BOARD|LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 59 86-0 (2019) Author: Anchía, Rafael Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting. House: Redistricting Left pending in committee Congress|Courts--District|Elections--General|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 2 86-0 (2019) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Sponsor: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.
Relating to ad valorem taxation; authorizing fees. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Property Tax
See remarks for effective date COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTORS|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Elections--Administration|Elections--General|Electronic Information Systems|INTERNET|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|Property Interests--Personal Property|PROPERTY TAX ADMINISTRATION ADVISORY BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--General|Taxation--Property-Appeal of Tax Decisions|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Taxation--Property-State Administration|Taxation--Property-Tax Rate|Taxation--School District|TEXAS PROPERTY TAX REFORM & TRANSPARENCY ACT OF 2019|TEXAS PROPERTY TAX REFORM AND RELIEF ACT OF 2019|TEXAS TAXPAYER TRANSPARENCY ACT OF 2019
SB 10 86-0 (2019) Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Sponsor: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas Mental Health Care Consortium. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Returned to committee BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE|Courts--Judges|CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF|DELL MEDICAL SCHOOL AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|MENTAL HEALTH CARE CONSORTIUM, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|SUPREME COURT|TELEMEDICINE|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER AT EL PASO|UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT FT. WORTH|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT TYLER |UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER
SB 63 86-0 (2019) Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Texas Mental Health Care Consortium. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|MENTAL HEALTH CARE CONSORTIUM, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 76 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Sponsor: Tinderholt, Tony | et. al.
Relating to the security of the electric grid. House: State Affairs
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Electronic Information Systems|Governor|GRID SECURITY COUNCIL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Utilities--Electric
SB 188 86-0 (2019) Author: Miles, Borris | et. al. Relating to the creation of the office of independent oversight ombudsman for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Senate: Criminal Justice Co-author authorized AUDITOR, STATE|Corrections--Jails & Prisons|Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Governor|JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON|OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF INDEPENDENT OVERSIGHT--TDCJ|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 446 86-0 (2019) Author: West, Royce Relating to requiring a public employer to give notice to new employees of the ability of certain employees to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. House: State Affairs
Senate: Business & Commerce
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm. City Government--Employees/Officers|County Government--Employees/Officers|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--School Districts|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Employees|STUDENT LOANS
SB 594 86-0 (2019) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois Relating to the creation of a business advisory council on disaster recovery and mitigation. Senate: Business & Commerce Left pending in committee Business & Commerce--General|BUSINESS ADVISORY COUNCIL ON DISASTER RECOVERY & MITIGATION|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 611 86-0 (2019) Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council and to the continuation and transfer of the regulation of psychologists, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors, and social workers to the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council; providing civil and administrative penalties; authorizing a fee. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF|ATTORNEY GENERAL|BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|EXAMINERS OF PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS, TEXAS ST. BD. OF EXAMINERS OF|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS|PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATES|PSYCHOLOGISTS|PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF|SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS|SOCIAL WORKER EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 754 86-0 (2019) Author: Huffman, Joan Relating to the licensing and regulation of genetic counselors requiring an occupational license; authorizing a fee. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce DNA|LICENSED GENETIC COUNSELOR ACT|LICENSED GENETIC COUNSELOR ADVISORY BOARD|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1003 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to promoting the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities. Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development Disaster Preparedness & Relief|ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT)|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIVISION, GOVERNOR'S OFFICE|GRID SECURITY COMMISSION, TEXAS|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS|MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS|RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF|Utilities--Electric
SB 1934 86-0 (2019) Author: Hinojosa, Juan Relating to efforts to encourage full participation in the 2020 federal decennial census by the residents of this state, including the establishment of the Complete Count Commission. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs COMPLETE COUNT COMMISSION|EVERY TEXAN COUNTS ACT|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SECRETARY OF STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 2321 86-0 (2019) Author: Creighton, Brandon Relating to issues involving the administration or finances of state entities. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance Aliens|Education--Higher--General|Labor--General|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|Legislature|Purchasing--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Employees|State Finances--Budget|State Finances--Management & Control
SB 2413 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to state recognition of the Tap Pilam Coahuiltecan Nation. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Human Relations|Intergovernmental Relations|NATIVE AMERICANS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SJR 6 86-0 (2019) Author: Rodríguez, José Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Sexual Harassment Oversight Commission. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|SEXUAL HARASSMENT|SEXUAL HARASSMENT OVERSIGHT COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SJR 41 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José Proposing a constitutional amendment creating the Texas Gaming Commission and authorizing and regulating the operation of casino games and slot machines by a limited number of licensed owners and certain Indian tribes to provide money for the foundation school fund and additional financial aid for higher education students; authorizing fees; imposing a tax. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Amusements, Games, Sports|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|FOUNDATION SCHOOL FUND|GAMBLING|GAMING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Governor|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|SENATE, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--General
SJR 52 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Congress|Elections--General|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|SUPREME COURT
SJR 56 86-0 (2019) Author: West, Royce | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission and providing redistricting procedures for state legislative, state judicial, and congressional districts. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Governor|Legislature|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|SECRETARY OF STATE|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 134 85-0 (2017) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to a peace officer training advisory committee. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Left pending in committee Fire Fighters & Police--General|Law Enforcement|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 138 85-0 (2017) Author: Krause, Matt Relating to the creation of the Fiscal Risk Management Commission. House: Appropriations Referred to Appropriations FISCAL RISK MANAGEMENT COMMISSION|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Budget
HB 369 85-0 (2017) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to the reapportionment of state legislative, congressional, and judicial districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting Congress|Elections--General|JUDICIAL DISTRICTS BOARD|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1421 85-0 (2017) Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al. Relating to a report by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice regarding inmate grievances. House: Corrections Placed on General State Calendar AUDITOR, STATE|Corrections--Jails & Prisons|Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Governor|JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON|OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF INDEPENDENT OVERSIGHT--TDCJ|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1676 85-0 (2017) Author: White, James | et. al. Relating to the establishment of the capital appellate defense committee and the office of capital appellate defender. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Considered in Calendars CAPITAL APPELLATE DEFENDER, OFFICE OF|Crimes--Capital Punishment|CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF|Criminal Procedure--Defense Counsel|Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure|INDIGENT DEFENSE COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1839 85-0 (2017) Author: Burrows, Dustin Relating to the submission of a report by certain entities identifying spending reduction measures. House: Appropriations Referred to Appropriations LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
HB 2137 85-0 (2017) Author: Biedermann, Kyle Relating to an interstate compact on border security, immigration enforcement, and refugee resettlement. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Aliens|BORDER|Governor|IMMIGRATION LAW|Intergovernmental Relations|Law Enforcement|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2750 85-0 (2017) Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to requiring a public employer to give notice to new employees of the ability of certain employees to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. House: Government Transparency & Operation
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Removed from local & uncontested calendar City Government--Employees/Officers|County Government--Employees/Officers|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--School Districts|LOANS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Employees|STUDENT LOANS
HB 4009 85-0 (2017) Author: Thierry, Shawn Relating to the creation of the Texas Slavery and Segregation Commission. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Education--Higher--General|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Governor|Human Relations|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SECRETARY OF STATE|SLAVERY & SEGREGATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION
HJR 32 85-0 (2017) Author: Howard, Donna Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting. House: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting Congress|Elections--General|JUDICIAL DISTRICTS BOARD|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 55 85-0 (2017) Author: Alvarado, Carol Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the legislature to establish a state gaming commission and to authorize and provide for the regulation of gaming conducted at certain locations in this state, authorizing federally recognized Indian tribes to conduct gaming on certain Indian lands, and requiring the governor to call the legislature into special session to consider gaming legislation. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|EL PASO COUNTY|GAMBLING|Governor|Legislature|NATIVE AMERICANS|POLK COUNTY|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 74 85-0 (2017) Author: Anchía, Rafael Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting. House: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting Congress|Courts--District|Elections--General|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 135 85-0 (2017) Author: Taylor, Van | et. al. Relating to the submission of a report by certain entities identifying spending reduction measures. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance
Referred to Appropriations LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
SB 485 85-0 (2017) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to the creation of the office of independent oversight ombudsman for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice AUDITOR, STATE|Corrections--Jails & Prisons|Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Governor|JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON|OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF INDEPENDENT OVERSIGHT--TDCJ|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 514 85-0 (2017) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to an interstate compact on border security and refugee resettlement; authorizing fines and fees. Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security Referred to Vet Affairs & Border Security Aliens|BORDER|Governor|INTERSTATE BORDER SECURITY & REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT COMMISSION|Law Enforcement|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 589 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the licensing and regulation of behavior analysts and assistant behavior analysts; requiring an occupational license; imposing fees. House: Public Health
Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date BEHAVIOR ANALYST EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF|BEHAVIOR ANALYST LICENSING ACT|Governor|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PHYSICIANS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1060 85-0 (2017) Author: West, Royce Relating to requiring a public employer to give notice to new employees of the ability of certain employees to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Senate: Business & Commerce Left pending in committee City Government--Employees/Officers|County Government--Employees/Officers|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--School Districts|LOANS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Employees|STUDENT LOANS
SB 1983 85-0 (2017) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to the creation of the Texas Urban Agricultural Innovation Authority. Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|URBAN AGRICULTURAL INNOVATION AUTHORITY, TEXAS
SB 2144 85-0 (2017) Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the creation of a commission to recommend improvements to the public school finance system. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Postponed Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|PUBLIC SCHOOL FINANCE, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 191 85-1 (2017) Author: King, Phil | et. al. Relating to the creation of a commission to recommend improvements to the public school finance system. House: Public Education Left pending in committee Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|PUBLIC SCHOOL FINANCE, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 200 85-1 (2017) Author: González, Mary Relating to the creation of a commission to recommend improvements to the public school finance system. House: Public Education Left pending in committee Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|PUBLIC SCHOOL FINANCE, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 295 85-1 (2017) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to establishing the Texas Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission to study and address the impacts of climate change in this state. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Environment--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION AND ADAPTATION ACT|TEXAS CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION AND ADAPTATION COMMISSION
HB 351 85-1 (2017) Author: Faircloth, Wayne Relating to the creation of a commission to evaluate the potential continuation of additional state aid for tax reduction and recommend improvements to the public school finance system. House: Public Education Left pending in committee Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Governor|Legislature|PUBLIC SCHOOL FINANCE, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 357 85-1 (2017) Author: Hinojosa, Gina Relating to requiring a school district to give notice to new classroom teachers of the ability to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. House: Government Transparency & Operation Referred to Government Transparency & Operation City Government--Employees/Officers|County Government--Employees/Officers|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|Education--School Districts|LOANS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Employees|STUDENT LOANS
SB 16 85-1 (2017) Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: King, Phil
Relating to the creation of a commission to recommend improvements to the public school finance system. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Record vote Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|PUBLIC SCHOOL FINANCE, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 69 85-1 (2017) Author: Perry, Charles Relating to the creation of a commission to evaluate the effect on school districts of the loss of additional state aid for tax reduction and recommend improvements to the public school finance system. Filed Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|PUBLIC SCHOOL FINANCE, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--School District
SB 96 85-1 (2017) Author: Bettencourt, Paul Relating to ad valorem taxation. Senate: Government Reform, Select Left pending in committee COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTORS|Elections--Administration|Elections--General|Electronic Information Systems|PROPERTY TAX ADMINISTRATION ADVISORY BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--Property-Appeal of Tax Decisions|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Taxation--Property-State Administration|Taxation--Property-Tax Rate|TEXAS PROPERTY TAX REFORM AND RELIEF ACT OF 2017
HB 26 84-0 (2015) Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Sponsor: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Relating to state economic development measures, including administration of the Texas Enterprise Fund, creation of the Economic Incentive Oversight Board and the governor's university research initiative, abolishment of the Texas emerging technology fund, and renaming the Major Events trust fund to the Major Events Reimbursement Program. House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15 AUDITOR, STATE|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Economic & Industrial Development--General|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM, OFFICE OF|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BANK, TEXAS|ECONOMIC INCENTIVE OVERSIGHT BOARD|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|Governor|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control|TEXAS EMERGING TECHNOLOGY FUND|TEXAS ENTERPRISE FUND|TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS
HB 48 84-0 (2015) Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a commission to review convictions after exoneration and to prevent wrongful convictions. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF|Crimes--Capital Punishment|Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|Governor|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS JUDICIAL COUNCIL|TIMOTHY COLE EXONERATION REVIEW COMMISSION|WRONGFUL IMPRISONMENT
HB 236 84-0 (2015) Author: Krause, Matt Relating to the creation of the Fiscal Risk Management Commission. House: Appropriations Referred to Appropriations AUDITOR, STATE|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|FISCAL RISK MANAGEMENT COMMISSION|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Budget
HB 427 84-0 (2015) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to the reapportionment of state legislative, congressional, and judicial districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting Congress|Elections--General|JUDICIAL DISTRICTS BOARD|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 607 84-0 (2015) Author: Davis, Sarah Relating to the creation of the State Supported Living Center Realignment Commission. House: Human Services Referred to Human Services AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Disabilities, Persons with|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE SUPPORTED LIVING CENTER REALIGNMENT COMMISSION
HB 867 84-0 (2015) Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.
Sponsor: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al.
Relating to the establishment and operation of the Texas Women Veterans Program. House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately Military & Veterans|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS|Women
HB 1071 84-0 (2015) Author: Zerwas, John | et. al. Relating to the establishment of the Palliative Care and Quality of Life Interdisciplinary Advisory Council. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health Care Providers|Health--General|NURSES & NURSE AIDES|PALLIATIVE CARE AND QUALITY OF LIFE INTERDISCIPLINARY ADVISORY COUNCIL|PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS|PHYSICIANS|SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset--Recommended Reviews
HB 1188 84-0 (2015) Author: Deshotel, Joe Relating to the creation of a joint interim committee to study and make recommendations regarding early childhood education. House: Public Education Left pending in committee Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Human Services--Child Services|Interim Studies|Legislature|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1404 84-0 (2015) Author: Leach, Jeff Relating to the creation of a committee to evaluate special education services in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--Special|Interim Studies|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1450 84-0 (2015) Author: Workman, Paul | et. al. Relating to creating the Texas Border Security Division. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety BORDER|BORDER SECURITY DIVISION, TEXAS|Law Enforcement|LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|RANGERS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2078 84-0 (2015) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to the creation and duties of the Global Climate Change Commission. House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Left pending in committee Environment--General|GLOBAL CLIMATE CHANGE COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2222 84-0 (2015) Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al. Relating to the creation of a public integrity unit to prosecute offenses against public administration, including ethics offenses, offenses involving insurance fraud, and offenses involving motor fuels tax. House: General Investigating & Ethics Left pending in committee Courts--Prosecuting Attorneys|Elections--Campaign Financing|Ethics|FRAUD|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Employees|State Officers|Taxation--Motor Fuels
HB 2373 84-0 (2015) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to the creation of a task force to conduct a study and develop recommendations to alleviate the incidence of gun violence in this state. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety Crimes--Against Persons--General|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Weapons
HB 2497 84-0 (2015) Author: Martinez, Armando Relating to a compact with other states regarding the licensure of emergency medical services personnel and the authority of those personnel to perform job duties in this state and other states. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health Electronic Information Systems|Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|Intergovernmental Relations|INTERSTATE COMMISSION FOR EMS PERSONNEL PRACTICE|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2498 84-0 (2015) Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to a compact with other states regarding the licensure of emergency medical services personnel and the authority of those personnel to perform job duties in this state and other states. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15 Electronic Information Systems|Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|Intergovernmental Relations|INTERSTATE COMMISSION FOR EMS PERSONNEL PRACTICE|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2565 84-0 (2015) Author: Krause, Matt | et. al. Relating to the creation of a commission to review certain penal laws of this state. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Placed on General State Calendar COMMISSION TO STUDY CERTAIN PENAL LAWS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2614 84-0 (2015) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to a peace officer training advisory committee. House: Emerging Issues In Texas Law Enforcement, Select Left pending in committee Fire Fighters & Police--General|Governor|Law Enforcement|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PEACE OFFICERS|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2951 84-0 (2015) Author: Klick, Stephanie Relating to the creation of the State Supported Living Center Realignment Commission. House: Human Services Referred to Human Services AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Disabilities, Persons with|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--General|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE SUPPORTED LIVING CENTER REALIGNMENT COMMISSION
HB 3125 84-0 (2015) Author: Elkins, Gary Relating to abolishing the property tax assistance division of the office of the comptroller of public accounts and transferring its powers and duties to the newly created State Property Tax Board. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Governor|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous|Taxation--Property-State Administration
HB 3189 84-0 (2015) Author: Price, Four Relating to the functions and duties of the University Interscholastic League. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset--Commission Bills|UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
HB 3271 84-0 (2015) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to the creation of a deer management program commission. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism Animals|DEER MANAGEMENT COMMISSION|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3303 84-0 (2015) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to the creation of the Office of the Independent Oversight Ombudsman for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. House: Corrections Left pending in committee Corrections--Jails & Prisons|Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3746 84-0 (2015) Author: Bohac, Dwayne Relating to the study of public education performance. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3963 84-0 (2015) Author: Farrar, Jessica Relating to establishment and functions of the Animal Welfare Commission. House: Urban Affairs Left pending in committee ANIMAL WELFARE COMMISSION|Animals|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 4028 84-0 (2015) Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al. Relating to the creation of a committee to recommend a new system for student assessment and public school accountability. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability|Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|NEXT GENERATION ASSESSMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 40 84-0 (2015) Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the legislature to establish a state gaming commission and to authorize and provide for the regulation of gaming conducted at certain locations in this state, authorizing federally recognized Indian tribes to conduct gaming on certain Indian lands, and requiring the governor to call the legislature into special session to consider gaming legislation. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|GAMING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Governor|GREYHOUND RACING|GULF OF MEXICO|HORSE RACING|Legislature|NATIVE AMERICANS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 49 84-0 (2015) Author: Howard, Donna Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting. House: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting Congress|Elections--General|LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 122 84-0 (2015) Author: Anchía, Rafael Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting. House: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting Congress|Courts--District|Elections--General|Legislature|Redistricting|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 80 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to a periodic review of state and local tax preferences. Senate: Finance Left pending in committee COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--General
SB 81 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the creation of a commission to examine and prevent wrongful convictions. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF|Crimes--Capital Punishment|Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TIMOTHY COLE EXONERATION REVIEW COMMISSION|WRONGFUL IMPRISONMENT
SB 204 84-0 (2015) Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Sponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the continuation of the functions of the Department of Aging and Disability Services; increasing penalties. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
House appoints conferees-reported Aging|AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--General|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE SUPPORTED LIVING CENTER RESTRUCTURING COMMISSION|Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 213 84-0 (2015) Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al. Relating to the functions and duties of the University Interscholastic League. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Withdrawn from schedule Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset--Commission Bills|UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
SB 277 84-0 (2015) Author: Schwertner, Charles
Sponsor: Sheffield, J. D.
Relating to certain health-related and other task forces and advisory committees. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|DRUG UTILIZATION REVIEW BOARD|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HEALTH CARE QUALITY & EFFICIENCY, TEXAS INSTITUTE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|TEXAS NONPROFIT COUNCIL
SB 388 84-0 (2015) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to the establishment of the Advisory Committee on Suicide Prevention. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services Health--General|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|SUICIDE
SB 404 84-0 (2015) Author: Taylor, Van Relating to requiring state agencies to identify spending reduction measures. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 770 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the creation of the Texas Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice CRIMINAL & JUVENILE JUSTICE, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|Criminal Procedure--General|Minors--Juvenile Justice|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 868 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to a periodic review and expiration dates of state and local tax preferences. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--General
SB 908 84-0 (2015) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to establishment and functions of the Animal Welfare Commission. Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs ANIMAL WELFARE COMMISSION|Animals|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1068 84-0 (2015) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to the creation of the State Supported Living Center Realignment Commission. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Disabilities, Persons with|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--General|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE SUPPORTED LIVING CENTER REALIGNMENT COMMISSION
SB 1180 84-0 (2015) Author: Huffines, Don Relating to the membership, powers, and duties of the Sunset Advisory Commission. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION|Sunset--Review Procedures
SB 1200 84-0 (2015) Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the creation of a commission to recommend a new system for student assessment and public school accountability. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability|Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|NEXT GENERATION ASSESSMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1215 84-0 (2015) Author: Bettencourt, Paul Relating to a study of the feasibility and benefits to this state of abolishing the property tax assistance division of the office of the comptroller of public accounts and transferring its powers and duties to an independent agency. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Governor|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE PROPERTY TAX BOARD|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-State Administration
SB 1252 84-0 (2015) Author: Hall, Bob | et. al. Relating to an interstate compact on border security and immigration enforcement. House: State Affairs
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Record vote Aliens|BORDER|Governor|INTERSTATE COMPACT FOR BORDER SECURITY|Law Enforcement|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 2001 84-0 (2015) Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al. Relating to the establishment and operation of the Texas Women Veterans Program. Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations Co-author authorized Military & Veterans|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS|Women
SB 2051 84-0 (2015) Author: Bettencourt, Paul Relating to the study of public education performance. Senate: Education Referred to Education ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SJR 31 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney Proposing a constitutional amendment creating the Texas Gaming Commission, authorizing and regulating the operation of casino games and slot machines by a limited number of licensed operators and certain Indian tribes, authorizing a limited state video lottery system to be operated at horse and greyhound racetracks and on Indian tribal lands, and reducing the number of illegal gambling machines. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|GAMING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Governor|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 24 83-0 (2013) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to the appointment and duties of and the funding for a policy director for the prevention of driving while intoxicated; imposing a fee. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Committee report sent to Calendars Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local|Governor|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 145 83-0 (2013) Author: Strama, Mark Relating to the reapportionment of state legislative, congressional, and judicial districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting Congress|Elections--General|JUDICIAL DISTRICTS BOARD|LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|SECRETARY OF STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 166 83-0 (2013) Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a commission to investigate convictions after exoneration and to prevent wrongful convictions. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
Co-sponsor authorized Crimes--Capital Punishment|Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TIMOTHY COLE EXONERATION REVIEW COMMISSION|WRONGFUL IMPRISONMENT
HB 295 83-0 (2013) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie Relating to the creation of a commission to study drowsy driving. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|DROWSY DRIVING STUDY COMMISSION|Governor|Legislature|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|Safety|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS TRANSPORTATION INSTITUTE|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 384 83-0 (2013) Author: Strama, Mark | et. al. Relating to the establishment of the Expanded Learning Opportunities Council to study and make recommendations concerning expanded learning opportunities for public school students. House: Public Education Left pending in committee Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|EXPANDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES COUNCIL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 724 83-0 (2013) Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a commission to study unclaimed land grant mineral proceeds. House: Land & Resource Management
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13 COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|Mines & Mineral Resources|ROYALTIES|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|UNCLAIMED MINERAL PROCEEDS COMMISSION
HB 990 83-0 (2013) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the establishment of a sentencing policy, accountability, and review council to develop means to assess the effect of sentencing practices and policies on state correctional resources and improve the efficiency of the state criminal justice system, to develop a plan regarding the prosecution of certain child offenders, and to review certain penal laws. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|Governor|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SENTENCING POLICY, ACCOUNTABILITY, & REVIEW COUNCIL, TEXAS|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1189 83-0 (2013) Author: Larson, Lyle Relating to interstate cooperation to address regional water issues. House: Natural Resources Left pending in committee Governor|Intergovernmental Relations|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Water--Development|Water--General
HB 1286 83-0 (2013) Author: Johnson, Eric Relating to the designation of a state trade representative. House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars Governor|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Officers
HB 1556 83-0 (2013) Author: Villarreal, Mike Relating to a periodic review of state and local tax preferences. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Governor|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|Legislature|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|PERIODIC TAX PREFERENCE REVIEW, SELECT COMMISSION ON|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--General
HB 1633 83-0 (2013) Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al. Relating to creating an advisory committee to study child abuse and neglect fatalities. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services CHILD ABUSE|ELIMINATE CHILD ABUSE & NEGLECT FATALITIES, COMMISSION TO|Family--Child Protection|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|Minors--Crimes Against|Minors--Health & Safety|PROTECT OUR KIDS COMMISSION|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1930 83-0 (2013) Author: Krause, Matt | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Fiscal Risk Management Commission. House: Appropriations Referred to Appropriations AUDITOR, STATE|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|FISCAL RISK MANAGEMENT COMMISSION|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Budget
HB 1959 83-0 (2013) Author: Cortez, Philip Relating to the retirement of certain state debt. House: Appropriations - S/C on Budget Transparency and Reform Left pending in subcommittee BOND REVIEW BOARD|BONDS|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|DEBT|Financial--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Management & Control
HB 2050 83-0 (2013) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to the creation of a task force to conduct a study and develop recommendations to alleviate the incidence of gun violence in this state. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Left pending in committee Crimes--Against Persons--General|Governor|GUN VIOLENCE, TEXAS TASK FORCE ON|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Weapons
HB 2205 83-0 (2013) Author: Villarreal, Mike Relating to the establishment of the Alamo Historic District Commission. House: Special Purpose Districts Committee report sent to Calendars ALAMO HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION|ALAMO MUSEUM DISTRICT COMMISSION|ALAMO, THE|Governor|Historic Preservation & Museums|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2603 83-0 (2013) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al. Relating to the operation of casino gaming in this state by federally recognized Indian tribes on certain land; providing penalties; authorizing fees. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Left pending in committee Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|NATIVE AMERICANS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2734 83-0 (2013) Author: White, James Relating to the establishment of the Texas State Jail Committee to study and make recommendations concerning the state jail system. House: Corrections Left pending in committee Corrections--Jails & Prisons|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2804 83-0 (2013) Author: Toth, Steve Relating to the creation of a commission to review certain penal laws of this state. House: Criminal Procedure Reform, Select Committee report sent to Calendars CERTAIN PENAL LAWS, COMMISSION TO STUDY|Crimes--Miscellaneous|CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF|Criminal Procedure--General|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|SUPREME COURT
HB 2891 83-0 (2013) Author: Cortez, Philip Relating to duties of the comptroller's office regarding state-owned intellectual property and commercial equity. House: Economic & Small Business Development Committee report sent to Calendars COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
HB 3045 83-0 (2013) Author: Oliveira, René Relating to a periodic review and expiration dates of state and local tax preferences. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--General
HB 3144 83-0 (2013) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to establishment of the Public Charter School Authority. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL AUTHORITY|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3212 83-0 (2013) Author: Phillips, Larry
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the Red River Boundary Compact and the creation of the Red River Boundary Commission. House: Natural Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately RED RIVER BOUNDARY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Water--General
HB 3586 83-0 (2013) Author: Strama, Mark Relating to the creation of the Accessible Learning Materials Council. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education ACCESSIBLE LEARNING MATERIALS COUNCIL|Disabilities, Persons with|Education--Primary & Secondary--Special|Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset--Recommended Reviews
HB 3587 83-0 (2013) Author: Strama, Mark Relating to establishment of the Texas Early Learning Council. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Sunset--Recommended Reviews|TEXAS EARLY LEARNING COUNCIL
HB 3790 83-0 (2013) Author: Perry, Charles Relating to creation of the Judicial Branch Certification Commission and the consolidation of judicial profession regulation; imposing penalties; authorizing fees. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Laid on the table subject to call COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF|COURT REPORTERS CERTIFICATION BOARD, TEXAS|Courts--Personnel|GUARDIANSHIP CERTIFICATION ADVISORY BOARD|JUDICIAL BRANCH CERTIFICATION COMMISSION|LICENSED COURT INTERPRETER ADVISORY BOARD|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PROCESS SERVER REVIEW BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|SUPREME COURT
HJR 38 83-0 (2013) Author: Strama, Mark Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting. House: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting Congress|Elections--General|ETHICS COMMISSION, TEXAS|LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 47 83-0 (2013) Author: Alvarado, Carol Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the legislature to establish a state gaming commission and to authorize and provide for the regulation of gaming conducted at certain locations in this state, authorizing federally recognized Indian tribes to conduct gaming on certain Indian lands, and requiring the governor to call the legislature into special session to consider gaming legislation. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Amusements, Games, Sports|Coastal Affairs & Beaches|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|Legislature|NATIVE AMERICANS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 116 83-0 (2013) Author: Anchía, Rafael Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting. House: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting Congress|Courts--District|Elections--General|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 117 83-0 (2013) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the operation of casino games in this state by federally recognized Indian tribes on certain land. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Left pending in committee Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|INDIAN GAMING ADVISORY COMMITTEE|Legislature|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|NATIVE AMERICANS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|SECRETARY OF STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 2 83-0 (2013) Author: Patrick, Dan | et. al.
Sponsor: Aycock, Jimmie Don
Relating to certain charter schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/13 CHARTER SCHOOL AUTHORIZING AUTHORITY|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Education--School Districts|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 84 83-0 (2013) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to regulation of health benefit plan issuers in this state. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health Care Providers|HEALTH INSURANCE EXCHANGE, TEXAS|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|Health--Children's Insurance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 89 83-0 (2013) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to the creation of a commission to investigate and prevent wrongful convictions. Senate: Criminal Justice Co-author authorized Crimes--Capital Punishment|CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF|Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|FORENSIC SCIENCE COMMISSION, TEXAS|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW|UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON LAW CENTER|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SCHOOL OF LAW
SB 104 83-0 (2013) Author: West, Royce Relating to the reapportionment of congressional districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Congressional Redistricting Commission. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Congress|CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Legislature|Redistricting|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 140 83-0 (2013) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to a periodic review and expiration dates of state and local tax preferences. Senate: Finance Co-author authorized COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--General
SB 503 83-0 (2013) Author: West, Royce
Sponsor: Strama, Mark | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Expanded Learning Opportunities Council to study and make recommendations concerning expanded learning opportunities for public school students. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|EXPANDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES COUNCIL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 729 83-0 (2013) Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al. Relating to the creation of the State Supported Living Center Realignment Commission. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE SUPPORTED LIVING CENTER REALIGNMENT COMMISSION|Sunset--Recommended Reviews
SB 802 83-0 (2013) Author: Davis, Wendy Relating to the regulation of foundation repair contractors; providing penalties; authorizing fees. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|FOUNDATION REPAIR ADVISORY BOARD|FOUNDATION REPAIR CONTRACTORS ACT|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 966 83-0 (2013) Author: West, Royce
Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to creation of the Judicial Branch Certification Commission and the consolidation of judicial profession regulation; imposing penalties; authorizing fees. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: Jurisprudence
See remarks for effective date COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF|COURT REPORTERS CERTIFICATION BOARD, TEXAS|Courts--Personnel|GUARDIANSHIP CERTIFICATION ADVISORY BOARD|JUDICIAL BRANCH CERTIFICATION COMMISSION|LICENSED COURT INTERPRETER ADVISORY BOARD|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PROCESS SERVER REVIEW BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|SUPREME COURT
SB 1168 83-0 (2013) Author: Hegar, Glenn Relating to interstate cooperation to address regional water issues. Senate: Natural Resources Referred to Natural Resources Governor|Intergovernmental Relations|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Water--Development|Water--General
SB 1587 83-0 (2013) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to establishment of the Texas Early Learning Council. Senate: Education Referred to Education EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Sunset--Recommended Reviews|TEXAS EARLY LEARNING COUNCIL
SB 1722 83-0 (2013) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to reforming the electoral process; providing a criminal penalty. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs BIPARTISAN ELECTION COMMISSION|Elections--Election Officers|Elections--General|Elections--Political Parties|Elections--Registration & Suffrage|SECRETARY OF STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1784 83-0 (2013) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to establishing the Texas Landowner Ombudsman office in the General Land Office. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Property Interests--Real Property|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SJR 6 83-0 (2013) Author: Ellis, Rodney Proposing a constitutional amendment providing immediate additional revenue for the state budget by creating the Texas Gaming Commission, authorizing and regulating the operation of casino games and slot machines by a limited number of licensed operators and certain Indian tribes, and authorizing a limited state video lottery system to be operated at horse and greyhound racetracks and on Indian tribal lands. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|GAMING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Governor|GREYHOUND RACING|GULF OF MEXICO|HORSE RACING|NATIVE AMERICANS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--General|VIDEO LOTTERY
SJR 38 83-0 (2013) Author: Williams, Tommy Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the state infrastructure fund and board to provide financial assistance for certain projects related to economic development infrastructure and for the transfer to the fund of money from the economic stabilization fund; making an appropriation. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance City Government--Finance|County Government--Finance|Governor|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control|STATE INFRASTRUCTURE BOARD|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TRANSPORTATION INSTITUTE|Transportation--Miscellaneous|Water--General
HB 59 83-1 (2013) Author: McClendon, Ruth Relating to the creation of a commission to investigate and prevent the wrongful convictions of indigent defendants and to identify other related errors and defects in the criminal process. Filed Crimes--Capital Punishment|Criminal Procedure--Defense Counsel|Criminal Procedure--General|Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TIMOTHY COLE EXONERATION REVIEW COMMISSION|WRONGFUL IMPRISONMENT
HB 102 82-0 (2011) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to the appointment and duties of and the funding for an executive commissioner for the prevention of driving while intoxicated. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Left pending in subcommittee Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 115 82-0 (2011) Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al. Relating to the creation of a commission to investigate convictions after exoneration and to prevent wrongful convictions. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Motion to reconsider spread on the Journal Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION
HB 236 82-0 (2011) Author: Madden, Jerry Relating to the sex offender civil commitment program and to the creation of a state agency to perform the functions relating to the sex offender civil commitment program that are currently performed by the Council on Sex Offender Treatment. House: Corrections Referred to Corrections Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|OFFICE OF VIOLENT SEX OFFENDER MANAGEMENT|SEX OFFENDER TREATMENT, COUNCIL ON|SEXUAL OFFENDERS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 636 82-0 (2011) Author: Zerwas, John | et. al. Relating to creation of the Texas Health Insurance Connector. House: Insurance Left pending in committee HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HEALTH INSURANCE CONNECTOR, TEXAS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 773 82-0 (2011) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to creating an energy efficiency council to coordinate administration of energy efficiency programs. House: Energy Resources Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal ENERGY EFFICIENCY COUNCIL|Energy--Conservation|Energy--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE
HB 1140 82-0 (2011) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to the creation of the Permanent School Fund Management Council to manage the permanent school fund; providing a criminal penalty. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND|PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND MANAGEMENT COUNCIL|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|SCHOOL LAND BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1308 82-0 (2011) Author: Villarreal, Mike Relating to a periodic review of state and local tax preferences. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|Legislature|PERIODIC TAX PREFERENCE REVIEW, SELECT COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--General
HB 1430 82-0 (2011) Author: Strama, Mark Relating to the reapportionment of state legislative, congressional, and judicial districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting Congress|Elections--General|LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1470 82-0 (2011) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to the creation of the Texas State Civilian Complaint Review Board to investigate certain allegations of peace officer misconduct. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety No action taken in subcommittee Law Enforcement|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PEACE OFFICERS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE CIVILIAN COMPLAINT REVIEW BOARD, TEXAS
HB 1641 82-0 (2011) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al. Relating to the creation of a commission to study capital punishment in Texas and to a moratorium on executions. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Left pending in committee Crimes--Capital Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS CAPITAL PUNISHMENT COMMISSION
HB 1654 82-0 (2011) Author: Castro, Joaquin Relating to the creation of a commission to study drowsy driving. House: Transportation Left pending in committee DROWSY DRIVING STUDY COMMISSION|Safety|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 1840 82-0 (2011) Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the creation and functions of the Texas Grain Producer Indemnity Board. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11 Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|GRAIN PRODUCER INDEMNITY FUND BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1912 82-0 (2011) Author: Bonnen, Dennis Relating to transferring the Texas Department of Rural Affairs to the Office of Rural Affairs within the Department of Agriculture and abolishing the board of the Texas Department of Rural Affairs. House: Government Efficiency & Reform Left pending in committee AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|OFFICE OF RURAL AFFAIRS|OFFICE OF RURAL AFFAIRS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE|RURAL AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1915 82-0 (2011) Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al. Relating to abolishing the Texas Youth Commission and the Texas Juvenile Probation Commission and transferring the powers and duties of those agencies to the newly created Texas Juvenile Justice Department and to the functions of the independent ombudsman that serves the department. House: Corrections Laid on the table subject to call Juvenile Boards & Officers|JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS|JUVENILE PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset--Commission Bills|YOUTH COMMISSION
HB 2017 82-0 (2011) Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the organization, governance, duties, and functions of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11 COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTORS|DIGITAL SIGNATURES|INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY|MOTOR VEHICLE BOARD|MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Transportation--Miscellaneous|Vehicles & Traffic--General|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 2448 82-0 (2011) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al. Relating to the creation of offices of inspectors general at the Health and Human Services Commission, Texas Youth Commission, Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Texas Department of Transportation, and Texas Education Agency; providing penalties. House: Government Efficiency & Reform Committee report sent to Calendars CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|FRAUD|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|INSPECTOR GENERAL, OFFICE OF|Legislature|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Employees|TEXAS INSPECTOR GENERAL ACT|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|YOUTH COMMISSION
HB 2455 82-0 (2011) Author: Zedler, Bill Relating to the licensing and regulation of the practice of integrative medicine; providing penalties. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF|ALTERNATIVE HEALTH CARE|Health Care Providers|INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE, TEXAS BOARD OF|LICENSED INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE PRACTITIONER ACT|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2530 82-0 (2011) Author: Legler, Ken Relating to the regulation of foundation repair contractors; providing a penalty. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Left pending in committee CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|FOUNDATION REPAIR CONTRACTORS ACT|FOUNDATION REPAIR CONTRACTORS ADVISORY BOARD|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2536 82-0 (2011) Author: Schwertner, Charles Relating to the creation of the State Supported Living Center Realignment Commission and the residential placement of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. House: Human Services Withdrawn from schedule AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Disabilities, Persons with|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|STATE SUPPORTED LIVING CENTER REALIGNMENT COMMISSION
HB 2543 82-0 (2011) Author: Smith, Wayne Relating to the licensing and regulation of architecture, engineering, landscape architecture, and land surveying by the Texas Board of Professional Services, the deregulation of interior design, and the abolition of the Texas Board of Professional Engineers, the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners, and the Texas Board of Professional Land Surveyors. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures ARCHITECTS & ARCHITECTURE|ARCHITECTURAL EXAMINERS, BOARD OF|ENGINEERS & ENGINEERING|INTERIOR DESIGNERS|LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS, TEXAS BOARD OF|PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYING, TEXAS BOARD OF|PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, TEXAS BOARD OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|SURVEYORS
HB 2636 82-0 (2011) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to a council to study neonatal intensive care units. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11 HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|MEDICAID|NEONATAL INTENSIVE CARE UNIT COMMISSION|PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2757 82-0 (2011) Author: Peña, Aaron | et. al. Relating to the establishment of the Texas Commission on Immigration and Migration and a migrant worker visa pilot project. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee Aliens|IMMIGRATION & MIGRATION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|IMMIGRATION LAW|MEXICO|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS COMMISSION ON IMMIGRATION & MIGRATION ACT
HB 3106 82-0 (2011) Author: Keffer, Jim Relating to the abolition of the Railroad Commission of Texas, the creation of the Texas Oil and Gas Commission, and the transfer of the powers and duties of the railroad commission to the oil and gas commission. House: Energy Resources Referred to Energy Resources Mines & Mineral Resources|Oil & Gas|OIL & GAS COMMISSION, TEXAS|RAILROAD COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset--Commission Bills|Utilities--Natural Gas
HB 3237 82-0 (2011) Author: Hernandez Luna, Ana | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the establishment and operation of the Texas Women Veterans Program. House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
No action taken in committee Military & Veterans|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS|Women
HB 3426 82-0 (2011) Author: Zedler, Bill Relating to the creation of the Texas Department of Health Professions to regulate certain health professions, the transfer of certain powers and duties to the department, and the abolishment of certain state agencies and other licensing entities. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health ACUPUNCTURE EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY EXAMINERS, TEXAS|CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF|DENTAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF|Health Care Providers|HEALTH PROFESSIONS BOARD|HEALTH PROFESSIONS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS|MEDICAL EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF|PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT BOARD, TEXAS|PODIATRIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS OPTOMETRY BOARD|VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF
HB 3503 82-0 (2011) Author: Villarreal, Mike Relating to the creation of the Texas Fiscal Stability Commission. House: Appropriations Left pending in committee Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|FISCAL STABILITY COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Budget|State Finances--Management & Control
HB 3575 82-0 (2011) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the operation of casino gaming in this state by federally recognized Indian tribes on certain land; providing penalties. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Left pending in committee Amusements, Games, Sports|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|NATIVE AMERICANS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3576 82-0 (2011) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the operation of casino gaming in this state by federally recognized Indian tribes on certain land and by licensed operators at horse and greyhound racetracks and licensed locations; providing penalties. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Left pending in committee Amusements, Games, Sports|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|GREYHOUND RACING|HORSE RACING|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|NATIVE AMERICANS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3617 82-0 (2011) Author: Madden, Jerry Relating to abolishing the Texas Commission on Fire Protection, the Commission on Jail Standards, and the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education and transferring certain of the powers and duties of those agencies to the newly created Public Safety Licensing Commission. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety Corrections--Jails & Prisons|FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON|LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER STANDARDS & EDUCATION, COMMN. ON|PUBLIC SAFETY LICENSING COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 28 82-0 (2011) Author: Alvarado, Carol Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the legislature to establish a state gaming commission and to authorize and provide for the regulation of gaming conducted at certain locations in this state, authorizing federally recognized Indian tribes to conduct gaming on certain Indian lands, and requiring the governor to call the legislature into special session to consider gaming legislation. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Left pending in committee Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|GAMING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Legislature|NATIVE AMERICANS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 85 82-0 (2011) Author: Howard, Donna Proposing a constitutional amendment to create the Permanent School Fund Management Council to assume the duty of the State Board of Education to manage the permanent school fund. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND|PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND MANAGEMENT COUNCIL|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 95 82-0 (2011) Author: Strama, Mark Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to establish legislative and congressional districts and revising constitutional redistricting procedures. House: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting Congress|Elections--General|LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 112 82-0 (2011) Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment creating the Texas Gaming Commission and authorizing and regulating casino games and slot machines by licensed operators and certain Indian tribes to provide money for the property tax relief fund and additional financial aid for higher education students. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Left pending in committee Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|GAMING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 151 82-0 (2011) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the operation of casino games in this state by federally recognized Indian tribes on certain land. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Left pending in committee Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|NATIVE AMERICANS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 152 82-0 (2011) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the operation of casino games in this state by federally recognized Indian tribes on certain land and by licensed operators at horse and greyhound racetracks and licensed locations. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Left pending in committee Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|GREYHOUND RACING|HORSE RACING|INDIAN GAMING ADVISORY COMMITTEE|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|NATIVE AMERICANS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 34 82-0 (2011) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Sponsor: Hernandez Luna, Ana
Relating to the establishment and operation of the Texas Women Veterans Program. House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Transferred to Calendars Committee Military & Veterans|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS|Women
SB 166 82-0 (2011) Author: Shapiro, Florence
Sponsor: Madden, Jerry | et. al.
Relating to the sex offender civil commitment program and to the creation of a state agency to perform the functions relating to the sex offender civil commitment program that are currently performed by the Council on Sex Offender Treatment. House: Corrections
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/11 Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|OFFICE OF VIOLENT SEX OFFENDER MANAGEMENT|SEX OFFENDER TREATMENT, COUNCIL ON|SEXUAL OFFENDERS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 170 82-0 (2011) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to the reorganization of powers and duties among agencies in this state that provide representation to indigent defendants in criminal cases and to the reorganization of funding sources for indigent defense. Senate: Criminal Justice Not again placed on intent calendar Criminal Procedure--General|INDIGENT DEFENSE COMMISSION, TEXAS|INDIGENT LEGAL SERVICES|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 196 82-0 (2011) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to the reapportionment of congressional districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Congressional Redistricting Commission. Senate: Redistricting, Select Not again placed on intent calendar Congress|CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Legislature|Redistricting|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 347 82-0 (2011) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the creation of the Texas Center for Sustainable Business. Senate: Natural Resources Referred to Natural Resources Business & Commerce--General|Energy--Conservation|Environment--Air|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE|SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS, TEXAS CENTER FOR
SB 614 82-0 (2011) Author: Rodriguez, Jose | et. al. Relating to the creation of the State Supported Living Center Realignment Commission and the residential placement of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Senate: Health & Human Services Co-author authorized AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Disabilities, Persons with|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|STATE SUPPORTED LIVING CENTER REALIGNMENT COMMISSION
SB 653 82-0 (2011) Author: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Madden, Jerry | et. al.
Relating to abolishing the Texas Youth Commission and the Texas Juvenile Probation Commission and transferring the powers and duties of those agencies to the newly created Texas Juvenile Justice Department and to the functions of the independent ombudsman that serves the department. House: Corrections
Senate: Government Organization
See remarks for effective date Juvenile Boards & Officers|JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS|JUVENILE PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset--Commission Bills|YOUTH COMMISSION
SB 655 82-0 (2011) Author: Hegar, Glenn
Sponsor: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the continuation, functions, and name of the Railroad Commission of Texas. House: Energy Resources
Senate: Government Organization
House appoints conferees-reported Mines & Mineral Resources|Oil & Gas|OIL & GAS COMMISSION, TEXAS|RAILROAD COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset--Commission Bills|Utilities--Natural Gas
SB 1051 82-0 (2011) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to a periodic review of state and local tax preferences. Senate: Finance Co-author authorized COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|Legislature|PERIODIC TAX PREFERENCE REVIEW, SELECT COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--General
SB 1080 82-0 (2011) Author: Williams, Tommy Relating to transferring the Texas Department of Rural Affairs to the Office of Rural Affairs within the Department of Agriculture and abolishing the board of the Texas Department of Rural Affairs. Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|OFFICE OF RURAL AFFAIRS|OFFICE OF RURAL AFFAIRS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE|RURAL AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1232 82-0 (2011) Author: Estes, Craig Relating to the creation of the grain producer indemnity fund. Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs Left pending in committee Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|GRAIN PRODUCER INDEMNITY FUND BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1340 82-0 (2011) Author: Carona, John Relating to the creation of the Energy Efficiency Council and to statewide energy efficiency; providing penalties. Senate: Natural Resources Referred to Natural Resources Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|ENERGY EFFICIENCY COUNCIL|Energy--Conservation|Environment--General|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|RAILROAD COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY|Utilities--General
SB 1399 82-0 (2011) Author: Patrick, Dan
Sponsor: Legler, Ken
Relating to the regulation of foundation repair contractors; providing penalties. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report distributed CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|FOUNDATION REPAIR CONTRACTORS ACT|FOUNDATION REPAIR CONTRACTORS ADVISORY BOARD|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1401 82-0 (2011) Author: Williams, Tommy Relating to the organization, governance, duties, and functions of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Not again placed on intent calendar COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTORS|DIGITAL SIGNATURES|INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY|MOTOR VEHICLE BOARD|MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Transportation--Miscellaneous|Vehicles & Traffic--General|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 1824 82-0 (2011) Author: Harris, Chris Relating to the regulation of title insurance; providing criminal and administrative penalties. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TITLE INSURANCE DIVISION, DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE|TITLE INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF
SB 1835 82-0 (2011) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the creation of a commission to investigate and prevent wrongful convictions. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice Crimes--Capital Punishment|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION|WRONGFUL IMPRISONMENT
SJR 34 82-0 (2011) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment creating the Texas Gaming Commission and authorizing and regulating casino games and slot machines by licensed operators and certain Indian tribes to provide money for the property tax relief fund and additional financial aid for higher education students. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|GAMING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 104 81-0 (2009) Author: Strama, Mark | et. al. Relating to the reapportionment of state legislative, congressional, and judicial districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Left pending in committee Congress|Elections--General|JUDICIAL DISTRICTS BOARD|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 134 81-0 (2009) Author: Villarreal, Mike Relating to ad valorem taxation. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means PROPERTY APPRAISAL, OFFICE OF|PROPERTY TAX PUBLIC COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--Property-Appeal of Tax Decisions|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous|Taxation--Property-State Administration|Taxation--Property-Tax Rate
HB 186 81-0 (2009) Author: Alonzo, Roberto Relating to the creation of the Bureau for Economic Development and Hispanic Studies. House: Border & Intergovernmental Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Economic & Industrial Development--General|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & HISPANIC STUDIES, BUREAU OF|Human Relations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 233 81-0 (2009) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the creation of an advisory committee to establish and recommend qualifications for certain health care translators and interpreters. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09 Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|QUALIFICATIONS FOR HEALTH CARE TRANSLATORS & INTPRET, ADV CO|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 286 81-0 (2009) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey | et. al. Relating to the appointment and duties of and the funding for an executive commissioner for the prevention of driving while intoxicated. House: Public Safety Committee report sent to Calendars Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 498 81-0 (2009) Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the establishment of an advisory panel to assist with a study regarding the prevention of wrongful convictions. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/09 Criminal Procedure--General|Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION|TIMOTHY COLE INNOCENCE COMMISSION
HB 499 81-0 (2009) Author: Orr, Rob Relating to changing the name of the Railroad Commission of Texas to the Texas Energy Commission. House: Energy Resources Left pending in committee ENERGY COMMISSION, TEXAS|RAILROAD COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 553 81-0 (2009) Author: Madden, Jerry Relating to the establishment of the office of criminal and juvenile justice ombudsman. House: Corrections Referred to Corrections CRIMINAL & JUVENILE JUSTICE OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF|Criminal Procedure--General|CRIMINAL RECORDS|Minors--Juvenile Justice|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|YOUTH COMMISSION
HB 639 81-0 (2009) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al. Relating to the prosecution, punishment, and prevention of offenses involving trafficking of persons or certain forced or sex-based labor or services, law enforcement training relating to the trafficking of persons, and the creation of the trafficking of persons investigation and prosecution account in the general revenue fund. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee report sent to Calendars Aliens|ATTORNEY GENERAL|CHILD ABUSE|Crimes--Against Persons--General|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HUMAN TRAFFICKING|HUMAN TRAFFICKING PREVENTION TASK FORCE|LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER STANDARDS & EDUCATION, COMMN. ON|PROSTITUTION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 646 81-0 (2009) Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the participation of this state in the Southern High-Speed Rail Compact. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/09 SOUTHERN HIGH-SPEED RAIL COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Transportation--Railroads
HB 788 81-0 (2009) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al. Relating to the creation of a commission to investigate and prevent wrongful convictions. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Left pending in subcommittee Crimes--Capital Punishment|Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION
HB 795 81-0 (2009) Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al. Relating to the Texas Holocaust and Genocide Commission. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Laid on the table subject to call Education--Higher--General|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|HOLOCAUST & GENOCIDE COMMISSION, TEXAS|Human Relations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 865 81-0 (2009) Author: Swinford, David
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Invasive Species Coordinating Committee. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09 Agriculture|INVASIVE SPECIES COORDINATING COMMITTEE, TEXAS|Parks & Wildlife--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Water--General
HB 877 81-0 (2009) Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al. Relating to the creation of a commission to study capital punishment in Texas. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Committee report sent to Calendars Crimes--Capital Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS CAPITAL PUNISHMENT COMMISSION
HB 913 81-0 (2009) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al. Relating to the creation of a commission to study capital punishment in Texas and to a moratorium on executions. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Left pending in subcommittee Crimes--Capital Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS CAPITAL PUNISHMENT COMMISSION
HB 1235 81-0 (2009) Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al. Relating to establishing the Legislative Education Board and transferring to the Legislative Education Board the statutorily assigned functions and activities of the State Board of Education and certain functions of the Legislative Budget Board. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|LEGISLATIVE EDUCATION BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1402 81-0 (2009) Author: Villarreal, Mike Relating to a periodic review of state and local taxes. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee LEGISLATIVE TAX REVIEW COMMITTEE, JOINT|PERIODIC TAX REVIEW, SELECT COMMISSION ON |State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills|Taxation--City|Taxation--County|Taxation--General|Taxation--State
HB 1549 81-0 (2009) Author: McClendon, Ruth Relating to the creation, organization, duties, and functions of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles; providing a penalty. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation COMMISSIONER, MOTOR VEHICLES|MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Transportation--Miscellaneous|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 1578 81-0 (2009) Author: Isett, Carl Relating to the establishment of a medical reinsurance system and to certain insurance reforms necessary to the efficient operation of that system; providing an administrative penalty. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Public Employees|Insurance--Reform|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS MEDICAL REINSURANCE SYSTEM
HB 1646 81-0 (2009) Author: Burnam, Lon Relating to electric utility energy efficiency goals and programs and demand reduction targets; creating an office of energy efficiency deployment in the state energy conservation office. House: Energy Resources Left pending in subcommittee ENERGY EFFICIENCY DEPLOYMENT, OFFICE OF|Energy--Conservation|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Utilities--Electric
HB 1724 81-0 (2009) Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al. Relating to the authorization and regulation of casino and slot gaming in this state, the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming Commission, and the powers and duties of the Texas Racing Commission; providing penalties. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Left pending in committee Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|GAMING COMMISSION, TEXAS|NATIVE AMERICANS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--State
HB 1815 81-0 (2009) Author: Isett, Carl Relating to the creation of a state agency to facilitate public-private partnerships to plan and take action regarding governmental projects. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control|TEXAS PARTNERSHIPS
HB 2037 81-0 (2009) Author: Howard, Donna | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Permanent School Fund Management Council to manage the permanent school fund; providing a criminal penalty. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND MANAGEMENT COUNCIL|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
HB 2162 81-0 (2009) Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Reentry Policy Task Force to review corrections policies, programs, and procedures for inmates released into the community. House: Corrections Left pending in committee Corrections--Jails & Prisons|Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons|REENTRY POLICY TASK FORCE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2905 81-0 (2009) Author: Dukes, Dawnna Relating to the office of inspector general for the Health and Human Services Commission. House: Human Services No action taken in committee HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|INSPECTOR GENERAL, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2942 81-0 (2009) Author: Dunnam, Jim | et. al. Relating to accountability and transparency in government operations, including disclosure, oversight, and enforcement measures; providing penalties. House: State Affairs
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance AUDITOR, STATE|FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY OFFICE, TEXAS|INTERNET|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|LEGISLATIVE LIBRARY BOARD|LEGISLATIVE REFERENCE LIBRARY|RECOVERY ACT ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD|STATE ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control|TEXAS GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY & TRANSPARENCY ACT OF 2009
HB 3097 81-0 (2009) Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the creation, organization, governance, duties, and functions of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, including the transfer of certain duties to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, and to the regulation of certain franchised motor vehicle dealers; providing a penalty. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
See remarks for effective date Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Common Carriers|MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS USED AUTOMOTIVE PARTS RECYCLING ACT|TOLL ROADS & TOLL BRIDGES|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Transportation--Miscellaneous|Vehicles & Traffic--General|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 3180 81-0 (2009) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the licensing and regulation of commercial dog and cat breeders and the regulation of dog and cat dealers; providing penalties. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice Animals|COMMERCIAL DOG & CAT BREEDERS & DEALERS ACT|DOG & CAT BREEDERS ADVISORY COMMITTEE|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3241 81-0 (2009) Author: Martinez, Armando Relating to economic development in the state by creating economic development opportunities in counties that contain colonias and by developing the workforce by increasing adult literacy rates. House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce Left pending in committee COLONIAS|County Government--Land Use & Zoning|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Housing--Rural|Labor--Workforce Development|Legislature|LITERACY|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS COLONIA COUNTIES STRATEGIC INVESTMENT COMMISSION|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3259 81-0 (2009) Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Council on Children and Families and the Children's Behavioral Health Council. House: Public Health Committee report sent to Calendars CHILDREN'S BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COUNCIL|COUNCIL ON CHILDREN & FAMILIES|Human Services--Child Services|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3278 81-0 (2009) Author: Phillips, Larry Relating to the creation, organization, governance, duties, and functions of the Texas Department of Vehicles; providing a penalty. House: Transportation Left pending in committee State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Transportation--Miscellaneous|Vehicles & Traffic--General|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration|VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3395 81-0 (2009) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda Relating to the establishment of the Transportation Legislative Oversight Committee. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation Legislature|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TRANSPORTATION LEGISLATIVE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE|Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 3689 81-0 (2009) Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the functions and continuation of the Texas Youth Commission and the Texas Juvenile Probation Commission and to the functions of the Office of Independent Ombudsman for the Texas Youth Commission. House: Corrections
Senate: Government Organization
Effective immediately Juvenile Boards & Officers|JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS|JUVENILE JUSTICE POLICY COORDINATING COUNCIL|JUVENILE PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills|YOUTH COMMISSION
HB 3946 81-0 (2009) Author: Vo, Hubert Relating to establishing the office of property owners' association ombudsman. House: Business & Industry Referred to Business & Industry Property Interests--Property Owners Association|PROPERTY OWNERS' ASSOCIATION OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 4067 81-0 (2009) Author: Gonzales, Veronica | et. al.
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Bureau for Economic Development of the Border Region. House: Border & Intergovernmental Affairs
Senate: International Relations & Trade
Returned from the House for further action BORDER|Economic & Industrial Development--General|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF THE BORDER REGION, BUREAU FOR|GIFTS & DONATIONS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 4178 81-0 (2009) Author: Christian, Wayne Relating to the creation of the Reentry Policy Council to review corrections policies, programs, and procedures for inmates released into the community. House: Corrections Left pending in committee Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Governor|RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS|REENTRY POLICY COUNCIL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 4238 81-0 (2009) Author: Branch, Dan Relating to establishing a state master plan for closing academic achievement gaps in public primary and secondary education. House: Public Education No action taken in committee Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE MASTER PLAN FOR CLOSING THE GAPS IN PUBLIC EDUC, SEL C
HB 4263 81-0 (2009) Author: Turner, Sylvester Relating to the creation of the Texas Recovery Accountability and Transparency Board. House: State Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars RECOVERY ACCOUNTABILITY & TRANSPARENCY BOARD, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Budget|State Finances--Management & Control
HB 4345 81-0 (2009) Author: Chisum, Warren Relating to the creation of the Texas Center for Sustainable Business. House: Energy Resources Left pending in committee Business & Commerce--General|Energy--Conservation|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE|SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS, TEXAS CENTER FOR
HB 4373 81-0 (2009) Author: Castro, Joaquin Relating to the independent office of consumer affairs for the Department of Family and Protective Services. House: Human Services Referred to Human Services FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Family--Child Protection|Family--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 4571 81-0 (2009) Author: Zerwas, John Relating to a statewide electronic health records bank. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health Electronic Information Systems|Health Care Providers|HEALTH RECORDS BOARD|Health--General|MEDICAL RECORDS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4652 81-0 (2009) Author: Gonzales, Veronica Relating to issues affecting the region adjacent and within 100 kilometers of the international border with Mexico. House: Border & Intergovernmental Affairs Referred to Border & Intergovernmental Affairs BORDER|Economic & Industrial Development--General|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF THE BORDER REGION, BUREAU FOR|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 19 81-0 (2009) Author: Strama, Mark | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to establish legislative and congressional districts and revising constitutional redistricting procedures. House: Redistricting Left pending in committee Congress|Elections--General|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 77 81-0 (2009) Author: Howard, Donna | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment to create the Permanent School Fund Management Council to assume the duty of the State Board of Education to manage the permanent school fund and to allow the School Land Board to transfer funds from the permanent school fund to the available school fund. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Referred to Education EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND MANAGEMENT COUNCIL|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
SB 89 81-0 (2009) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the prosecution, punishment, and prevention of offenses involving trafficking of persons or certain forced or sex-based labor or services, law enforcement training relating to the trafficking of persons, and the creation of the trafficking of persons investigation and prosecution account in the general revenue fund. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
1 hr. notice-to suspend rules Aliens|ATTORNEY GENERAL|CHILD ABUSE|Crimes--Against Persons--General|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HUMAN TRAFFICKING|HUMAN TRAFFICKING PREVENTION TASK FORCE|LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER STANDARDS & EDUCATION, COMMN. ON|PROSTITUTION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 115 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the creation of a commission to investigate and prevent wrongful convictions. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice Crimes--Capital Punishment|Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION
SB 160 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to the Texas Holocaust and Genocide Commission. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Education--Higher--General|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|HOLOCAUST & GENOCIDE COMMISSION, TEXAS|Human Relations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 266 81-0 (2009) Author: Hinojosa, Juan Relating to the review of information technology systems used by a state agency for compatibility with open standards. Senate: Government Organization Received from the Senate CLIENT INFORMATION INTERCHANGE STANDARDS COMMITTEE|COMPUTERS & SOFTWARE|Electronic Information Systems|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|Purchasing--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 315 81-0 (2009) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to the reapportionment of congressional districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Congressional Redistricting Commission. Senate: State Affairs Not again placed on intent calendar Congress|CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Redistricting|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 341 81-0 (2009) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to changing the name of the Railroad Commission of Texas to the Texas Energy Commission. House: Energy Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Energy Resources ENERGY COMMISSION, TEXAS|RAILROAD COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 395 81-0 (2009) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Sponsor: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to creation of the Early Childhood Health and Nutrition Interagency Council. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09 AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|EARLY CHILDHOOD HEALTH & NUTRITION INTERAGENCY COUNCIL|Health--General|Minors--Health & Safety|NUTRITION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 482 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Sponsor: Chisum, Warren | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Holocaust and Genocide Commission. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09 Education--Higher--General|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|HOLOCAUST & GENOCIDE COMMISSION, TEXAS|Human Relations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 608 81-0 (2009) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the creation of the Texas Center for Sustainable Business. Senate: Natural Resources Left pending in committee Business & Commerce--General|Energy--Conservation|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE|SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS, TEXAS CENTER FOR
SB 621 81-0 (2009) Author: Williams, Tommy Relating to the creation, purpose, implementation, and funding of the County Park Beautification and Improvement Program. Senate: Administration Committee report printed and distributed County Government--General|COUNTY PARK BEAUTIFICATION & IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM|Parks & Wildlife--Parks|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 626 81-0 (2009) Author: Carona, John Relating to the creation, organization, governance, duties, and functions of the Texas Department of Vehicles; providing a penalty. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Transportation--Miscellaneous|Vehicles & Traffic--General|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration|VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 664 81-0 (2009) Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario Relating to the establishment and operation of a public building mapping information system. Senate: Government Organization Not again placed on intent calendar COMPUTERS & SOFTWARE|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|Fire Fighters & Police--General|PUBLIC BUILDING MAPPING INFORMATION SYSTEM COMMITTEE|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 691 81-0 (2009) Author: Hegar, Glenn Relating to the establishment of the Texas Invasive Species Coordinating Committee. Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs Left pending in committee Agriculture|INVASIVE SPECIES COORDINATING COMMITTEE, TEXAS|Parks & Wildlife--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Water--General
SB 775 81-0 (2009) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the licensing and regulation of clinical laboratory science professionals; providing penalties. Senate: Health & Human Services Left pending in committee CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE ADVISORY BOARD|CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE PRACTICE ACT|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1020 81-0 (2009) Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al. Relating to abolishing the Texas Youth Commission and the Texas Juvenile Probation Commission and transferring the powers and duties of those agencies to the newly created Texas Juvenile Justice Department and to the functions of the independent ombudsman for the Texas Youth Commission. Senate: Government Organization No action taken in committee Juvenile Boards & Officers|JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS|JUVENILE PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills|YOUTH COMMISSION
SB 1084 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to the authorization and regulation of casino and slot gaming in this state, the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming Commission, and the powers and duties of the Texas Racing Commission; providing penalties. Senate: State Affairs Left pending in subcommittee Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|GAMING COMMISSION, TEXAS|NATIVE AMERICANS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--State
SB 1230 81-0 (2009) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Legislative Committee on Aging and other initiatives relating to the aging population of this state. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar Aging|AGING, LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE ON|Human Services--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1407 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot Relating to the creation of the State Developmental Center Evaluation Authority and the residential placement of individuals with mental retardation. Senate: Health & Human Services Left pending in committee AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Mental Health & Mental Retardation|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER EVALUATION AUTHORITY
SB 1509 81-0 (2009) Author: Carona, John Relating to the Correctional Facility Capacity Commission. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice CORRECTIONAL FACILITY CAPACITY COMMISSION|Corrections--Jails & Prisons|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1646 81-0 (2009) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Council on Children and Families. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately CHILDREN'S BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COUNCIL|COUNCIL ON CHILDREN & FAMILIES|Human Services--Child Services|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1910 81-0 (2009) Author: Whitmire, John Relating to the licensing and regulation of commercial dog and cat breeders and the regulation of dog and cat dealers; providing penalties. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Animals|COMMERCIAL DOG & CAT BREEDERS & DEALERS ACT|DOG & CAT BREEDERS ADVISORY COMMITTEE|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1973 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the creation and duties of the state energy savings performance contract advisory council. House: Energy Resources
Senate: Government Organization
Left pending in committee COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Energy--Conservation|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|Purchasing--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 2004 81-0 (2009) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia Relating to a statewide electronic health records bank. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services Electronic Information Systems|Health Care Providers|HEALTH RECORDS BOARD|Health--General|MEDICAL RECORDS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 2021 81-0 (2009) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to creating the Texas Early Learning Council. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services Day Care|Human Services--Child Services|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS EARLY LEARNING COUNCIL
SB 2150 81-0 (2009) Author: Patrick, Dan Relating to the creation of a commission to study the practices and procedures of the Texas Legislature. Senate: Administration Left pending in committee Governor|Legislature|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|VISION 2040 STUDY COMMISSION
SB 2280 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the creation of the Reentry Policy Council to review corrections policies, programs, and procedures for inmates released into the community. Senate: Criminal Justice Not again placed on intent calendar Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Governor|RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS|REENTRY POLICY COUNCIL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 2383 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot Relating to universal health coverage for Texans. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs HEALTH CARE PREMIUM COMMISSION|Health Care Providers|HEALTH COVERAGE AGENCY, TEXAS|Health--General|Hospitals|Insurance--Health & Accident|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 2534 81-0 (2009) Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Sponsor: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to the creation of an interagency task force on economic growth and endangered species; providing information and direction regarding endangered species issues in certain areas of the state. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately Animals|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Environment--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SR 1107 81-0 (2009) Author: Hegar, Glenn Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 300. Received by the Secretary of the Senate Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills|Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 14 80-0 (2007) Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to reorganizing certain state institutions that provide financing for cancer research, including creating the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, and information about certain cancer treatments; granting authority to issue bonds. House: Public Health
Senate: Finance
Effective on adoption of const. amendment BONDS|CANCER|CANCER COUNCIL, TEXAS|CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS|CANCER RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|LICENSE PLATES|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 36 80-0 (2007) Author: Solomons, Burt | et. al. Relating to a periodic review of state and local taxes. House: Ways & Means Considered in Calendars PERIODIC TAX REVIEW, SELECT COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills|TAX REVIEW COMMITTEE, JOINT LEGISLATIVE|Taxation--City|Taxation--County|Taxation--General|Taxation--State
HB 112 80-0 (2007) Author: Strama, Mark | et. al. Relating to the reapportionment of state legislative, congressional, and judicial districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Left pending in committee Congress|Elections--General|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 662 80-0 (2007) Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to the coordination, improvement, and funding of certain programs and services for the prevention of and early intervention in child abuse and neglect. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES, INTERAGENCY COORDINATING COUNCIL|CHILD ABUSE|Family--Child Protection|Family--Family Violence|Family--Parent & Child|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 668 80-0 (2007) Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al. Relating to the office of inspector general. House: Government Reform Left pending in committee Health--General|INSPECTOR GENERAL, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 756 80-0 (2007) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to the Commission for Affordable and Accessible Health Benefit Plan Coverage. House: Government Reform Left pending in committee AFFORDABLE & ACCESSIBLE HEALTH BENEFIT PLAN COVERAGE, COMMIS|Insurance--Health & Accident|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 809 80-0 (2007) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to the creation of a commission to study capital punishment in Texas and to a moratorium on executions. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence Crimes--Capital Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS CAPITAL PUNISHMENT COMMISSION
HB 898 80-0 (2007) Author: McClendon, Ruth Relating to the creation of the Criminal Justice Legislative Oversight Committee. House: Corrections Considered in Calendars Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons|CRIMINAL JUSTICE LEGISLATIVE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE|Criminal Procedure--General|Law Enforcement|Legislature|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 921 80-0 (2007) Author: White Delisi, Dianne
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the sharing of information among state agencies. House: Government Reform
Senate: Government Organization
Effective immediately CLIENT INFORMATION INTERCHANGE STANDARDS COMMITTEE|Electronic Information Systems|HEALTH CARE POLICY COUNCIL, TEXAS|Health--Privacy/Use of Information|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1066 80-0 (2007) Author: White Delisi, Dianne
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to health information technology and the creation of the Texas Health Services Authority. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately Electronic Information Systems|Health--General|Health--Privacy/Use of Information|MEDICAL RECORDS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY
HB 1405 80-0 (2007) Author: Flores, Kino Relating to the operation of video lottery games for this state to provide additional money to fund governmental programs; the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming and Boxing Commission; the powers and duties of the Texas Lottery Commission, the Texas Racing Commission, and the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation, and the regulation of gambling activities in this state; making an appropriation; providing penalties. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Referred to Licensing & Admin. Procedures Amusements, Games, Sports|COMMISSION OF LICENSING & REGULATION|Crimes--Against Morals|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|GAMBLING|GAMING & BOXING COMMISSION, TEXAS|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|NATIVE AMERICANS|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills|VIDEO LOTTERY
HB 1430 80-0 (2007) Author: Alonzo, Roberto | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Bureau for Economic Development and Hispanic Studies. House: Border & International Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Economic & Industrial Development--General|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & HISPANIC STUDIES, BUREAU OF|Human Relations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1799 80-0 (2007) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to the appointment and duties of and the funding for an executive commissioner for the prevention of driving while intoxicated. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 1879 80-0 (2007) Author: Olivo, Dora Relating to a citizen trade policy commission and an office of trade development. House: Border & International Affairs Left pending in committee CITIZEN TRADE POLICY COMMISSION|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Legislature|OFFICE OF TRADE DEVELOPMENT, GOVERNOR'S OFFICE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2345 80-0 (2007) Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the creation of the Texas Organic Agricultural Industry Advisory Board. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/07 Agriculture|ORGANIC AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRY ADVISORY BOARD, TEXAS|ORGANIC AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2692 80-0 (2007) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda Relating to the creation of the Motor Vehicle Board and its powers and duties. House: Transportation Reported favorably as substituted MOTOR VEHICLE BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2733 80-0 (2007) Author: Gattis, Dan
Sponsor: Ogden, Steve
Relating to the creation of an office of state contract management by the attorney general. House: State Affairs
Senate: Finance
No action taken in committee BUILDING & PROCUREMENT COMMISSION, TEXAS|CONTRACT MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF|Purchasing--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2747 80-0 (2007) Author: Veasey, Marc Relating to appointing a commission to study and develop a recommended technical high school graduation program. House: Public Education Left pending in committee CAREER-ACADEMIC TRAINING AND STATEWIDE CURRICULUM COMMISSION|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TECHNICAL EDUCATION
HB 2776 80-0 (2007) Author: Turner, Sylvester Relating to the creation of the health and human services accountability legislative oversight committee. House: Government Reform Referred to Government Reform HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES ACCOUNTABILITY LEG. OVERSIGHT COMMIT|Human Services--General|Legislature|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2803 80-0 (2007) Author: Garcia, Juan Relating to the reapportionment of congressional districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Congressional Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting Congress|CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Redistricting|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2874 80-0 (2007) Author: Davis, Yvonne Relating to establishment of a state public school curriculum commission. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education CURRICULUM COMMISSION|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Education--Primary & Secondary--Textbooks|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2877 80-0 (2007) Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al. Relating to the office of inspector general. House: Government Reform Left pending in committee Human Services--General|INSPECTOR GENERAL, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2939 80-0 (2007) Author: Callegari, Bill Relating to the administration of agencies responsible for the regulation of, and workforce planning and policy development for, certain licensed health professions. House: Government Reform Reported favorably as substituted Health Care Providers|HEALTH PROFESSIONS COMMISSION, TEXAS|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3199 80-0 (2007) Author: Hartnett, Will
Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the creation of the Judicial Compensation Commission. House: Judiciary
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/07 Courts--General|JUDICIAL COMPENSATION COMMISSION|Salaries & Expenses|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3335 80-0 (2007) Author: Flores, Kino Relating to the operation of video lottery games for this state to provide additional money to fund governmental programs; the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming and Boxing Commission; the powers and duties of the Texas Lottery Commission, the Texas Racing Commission, and the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation, and the regulation of gaming and other gambling activities authorized by law in this state; making an appropriation; providing penalties. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Meeting cancelled Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|GAMBLING|GAMING & BOXING COMMISSION, TEXAS|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|NATIVE AMERICANS|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills|VIDEO LOTTERY
HB 3351 80-0 (2007) Author: Flores, Kino Relating to the operation of video lottery games for this state to provide additional money to fund governmental programs; the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming and Boxing Commission; the powers and duties of the Texas Lottery Commission, the Texas Racing Commission, and the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation, and the regulation of casino gaming and other gambling activities in this state; making an appropriation; providing penalties. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Meeting cancelled Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|GAMBLING|GAMING & BOXING COMMISSION, TEXAS|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|NATIVE AMERICANS|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills|VIDEO LOTTERY
HB 3389 80-0 (2007) Author: Villarreal, Mike Relating to the reapportionment of state legislative, congressional, and judicial districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Left pending in committee Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3442 80-0 (2007) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to the creation of the law enforcement integrity unit in the office of the attorney general. House: Judiciary Left pending in committee ATTORNEY GENERAL|Fire Fighters & Police--General|Law Enforcement|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3464 80-0 (2007) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to establishing an office of state statistician. House: Higher Education
Senate: Education
Refer to s/c on Higher Education by Pres Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Science & Technology|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATISTICIAN, OFFICE OF STATE
HB 3745 80-0 (2007) Author: McClendon, Ruth Relating to the creation of a commission to investigate and prevent wrongful convictions. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence Criminal Procedure--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION
HB 3777 80-0 (2007) Author: Rose, Patrick | et. al. Relating to the reapportionment of congressional districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Congressional Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting Congress|CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Redistricting|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3950 80-0 (2007) Author: White Delisi, Dianne Relating to the establishment of the Health Professions Scope of Practice Review Commission. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health Health Care Providers|HEALTH PROFESSIONS SCOPE OF PRACTICE REVIEW COMMISSION|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|SCOPE OF PRACTICE REVIEW ACT|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3996 80-0 (2007) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the creation of a commission to investigate and prevent wrongful convictions. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence Crimes--Capital Punishment|Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION
HJR 22 80-0 (2007) Author: Strama, Mark | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to establish legislative and congressional districts and revising constitutional redistricting procedures. House: Redistricting Left pending in committee Congress|Elections--General|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 63 80-0 (2007) Author: Flores, Kino Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the state to operate video lottery games at certain racetracks and on Indian lands to provide additional money to fund governmental programs. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Referred to Licensing & Admin. Procedures Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|NATIVE AMERICANS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|VIDEO LOTTERY
HJR 98 80-0 (2007) Author: Flores, Kino Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the operation of video lottery games by licensed racetrack operators and certain Indian tribes. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Meeting cancelled Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|NATIVE AMERICANS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|VIDEO LOTTERY
HJR 99 80-0 (2007) Author: Flores, Kino Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing video lottery games at certain racetracks and on Indian lands, authorizing the regulation of gaming to provide additional money to fund governmental programs, and regulating the locations at which gambling may be conducted in this state. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Meeting cancelled Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|NATIVE AMERICANS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|VIDEO LOTTERY
HJR 100 80-0 (2007) Author: Flores, Kino Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing video lottery games and casino gaming at certain racetracks, at certain tourist destination locations, and on Indian lands to provide additional money to fund governmental programs and regulating the locations at which gambling may be conducted in this state. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Meeting cancelled Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|NATIVE AMERICANS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|VIDEO LOTTERY
SB 40 80-0 (2007) Author: Nelson, Jane Relating to electronic health information. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services Electronic Information Systems|Health--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 50 80-0 (2007) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to early childhood education. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Placed on Major State Calendar EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CAREER DEVELOPMENT, TX ADV COUNCIL|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 263 80-0 (2007) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to the creation of a commission to investigate and prevent wrongful convictions. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm. Crimes--Capital Punishment|Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION
SB 383 80-0 (2007) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the sharing of information among state agencies. Senate: Government Organization Referred to Government Organization CLIENT INFORMATION INTERCHANGE STANDARDS COMMITTEE|Electronic Information Systems|Health--Privacy/Use of Information|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 750 80-0 (2007) Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al. Relating to the creation of offices of inspectors general within certain state agencies. House: Government Reform
Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Government Reform FRAUD|Human Services--Medical Assistance|MANAGED CARE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control|STATE INSPECTOR GENERAL, OFFICE OF
SB 866 80-0 (2007) Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Texas Organic Agricultural Industry Advisory Board. Senate: Natural Resources Reported from s/c favorably with substitute Agriculture|ORGANIC AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRY ADVISORY BOARD, TEXAS|ORGANIC AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1055 80-0 (2007) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to establishing a commission to study and report on the projected need for faculty at public and private institutions of higher education. Senate: Education Reported from s/c favorably w/o amendments COMMISSION TO STUDY & REPORT ON PROJECTED NEED FOR FACULTY|Education--Higher--Faculty|Education--Higher--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1068 80-0 (2007) Author: Wentworth, Jeff | et. al. Relating to the reapportionment of congressional districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Congressional Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee Congress|CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Redistricting|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1121 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John Relating to the creation of the law enforcement integrity unit in the office of the attorney general. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice ATTORNEY GENERAL|Fire Fighters & Police--General|Law Enforcement|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1190 80-0 (2007) Author: Patrick, Dan Relating to the establishment of a commission on state government spending to address waste, fraud, and abuse in state agency operations. Senate: Government Organization Left pending in committee COMMISSION ON STATE GOVERNMENT SPENDING|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
SB 1292 80-0 (2007) Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al. Relating to reorganizing certain state institutions that provide financing for cancer research, including creating the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas; granting authority to issue bonds. Senate: Health & Human Services Not again placed on intent calendar BONDS|CANCER|CANCER COUNCIL, TEXAS|CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS|CANCER RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|LICENSE PLATES|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1359 80-0 (2007) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to the authorization and regulation of casino gambling and to the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming Commission; authorizing taxes; providing civil and criminal penalties. Senate: State Affairs Left pending in subcommittee Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & GAMING CONTROL ACT, TEXAS|GAMBLING|GAMING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--State
SB 1457 80-0 (2007) Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Sponsor: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the establishment of a strategy for reducing child abuse and neglect and improving child welfare. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar CHILD ABUSE|Family--Child Protection|Human Services--Child Services|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1629 80-0 (2007) Author: Uresti, Carlos Relating to the creation of a foster care youth advisory council. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services FOSTER CARE|FOSTER CARE YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1741 80-0 (2007) Author: Shapiro, Florence
Sponsor: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the creation of a state agency to perform the functions relating to the sex offender civil commitment program that are currently performed by the Council on Sex Offender Treatment. House: Corrections
Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|OFFICE OF VIOLENT SEX OFFENDER MANAGEMENT|SEXUAL OFFENDERS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1803 80-0 (2007) Author: Uresti, Carlos Relating to establishing an office of state statistician. Senate: Education No action taken in subcommittee Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Science & Technology|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATISTICIAN, OFFICE OF STATE
SB 1907 80-0 (2007) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the administration of agencies responsible for the regulation of, and workforce planning and policy development for, certain licensed health professions. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services Health Care Providers|HEALTH PROFESSIONS COMMISSION, TEXAS|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1911 80-0 (2007) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot Relating to universal health coverage for Texans. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs HEALTH COVERAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE|HEALTH COVERAGE AGENCY, TEXAS|Health--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1919 80-0 (2007) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to establishing a commission to study and report on the allocation of state resources for medical education. Senate: Education Left pending in subcommittee ALLOCATION OF STATE RESOURCES FOR MEDICAL EDUCATION, COMMISS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SJR 41 80-0 (2007) Author: Patrick, Dan Proposing a constitutional amendment to establish a commission on state government spending to address waste, fraud, and abuse in state agency operations. Senate: Government Organization No action taken in committee COMMISSION ON STATE GOVERNMENT SPENDING|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
HB 9 79-0 (2005) Author: Flores, Kino | et. al. Relating to authorizing the operation of video lottery games on behalf of this state; the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming and Boxing Commission; the powers and duties of the Texas Lottery Commission, the Texas Racing Commission, and the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation, and the regulation of gaming in this state; appropriating money; providing penalties. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|GAMING & BOXING COMMISSION, TEXAS|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|LOTTERIES|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|NATIVE AMERICANS|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|VIDEO LOTTERY
HB 432 79-0 (2005) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to the creation of a commission to study capital punishment in Texas and to a moratorium on executions. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence Crimes--Capital Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS CAPITAL PUNISHMENT COMMISSION
HB 493 79-0 (2005) Author: Naishtat, Elliott Relating to the creation of a commission to study capital punishment in Texas. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence Crimes--Capital Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS CAPITAL PUNISHMENT COMMISSION
HB 618 79-0 (2005) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the creation of a commission to investigate and prevent wrongful convictions. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence Crimes--Capital Punishment|Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION
HB 955 79-0 (2005) Author: Solomons, Burt
Sponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the regulation of financial businesses and practices; providing civil penalties. House: Financial Institutions
Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date Business & Commerce--General|Consumer Protection|Financial--Banks|Financial--General|MORTGAGE BROKERS & BANKERS|SAVINGS & LOAN DEPARTMENT, TEXAS|SAVINGS & MORTGAGE LENDING, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1064 79-0 (2005) Author: Delisi, Dianne Relating to creating the Governor's Health Care Coordinating Council. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs GOVERNOR'S HEALTH CARE COORDINATING COUNCIL|Health--General|PHARMACEUTICALS BULK PURCHASING, INTERAGENCY COUNCIL ON|Purchasing--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1169 79-0 (2005) Author: Chavez, Norma Relating to an international trade council. House: Border & International Affairs Left pending in committee Business & Commerce--Foreign Trade Zones|Business & Commerce--General|INTERNATIONAL TRADE COUNCIL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1337 79-0 (2005) Author: Flores, Kino Relating to the authorization and regulation of casino gambling and to the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming Commission; authorizing taxes; providing civil and criminal penalties. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Amusements, Games, Sports|CASINO COMMISSION, TEXAS|Crimes--Against Morals|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & GAMING CONTROL ACT, TEXAS|GAMBLING|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1353 79-0 (2005) Author: Cook, Robert
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to creation and operation of a guaranty fund for certain groups certified to self insure for workers' compensation insurance coverage and to service companies that administer the guaranty fund. House: Business & Industry
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/05 Labor--Workers' Compensation|SELF-INSURANCE GROUP BOARD, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1486 79-0 (2005) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al. Relating to the creation, powers, and duties of a cervical cancer task force. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health CANCER|CERVICAL CANCER TASK FORCE|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1685 79-0 (2005) Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the establishment of an interagency coordinating council for the prevention of child abuse and neglect. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately BUILDING HEALTHY FAMILIES, INTERAGENCY COORDINATING COUNCIL|Family--Child Protection|Family--Family Violence|Family--Parent & Child|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1966 79-0 (2005) Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al. Relating to the establishment of an interagency task force to address the impact of globalization on this state. House: Border & International Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars Business & Commerce--General|Economic & Industrial Development--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2160 79-0 (2005) Author: West, George Relating to the Texas Energy Education Council; authorizing the imposition of an assessment on producers of oil, gas, and condensate. House: Energy Resources Left pending in committee ENERGY EDUCATION COUNCIL, TEXAS|Oil & Gas|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--Energy Resources
HB 2170 79-0 (2005) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al. Relating to the reapportionment of state legislative, congressional, and judicial districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Subcommittee members named Congress|LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2676 79-0 (2005) Author: Strama, Mark | et. al.
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the reapportionment of state legislative, congressional, and judicial districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Subcommittee members named Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2752 79-0 (2005) Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al. Relating to the reapportionment of congressional districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Congressional Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Subcommittee members named Congress|CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Redistricting|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2854 79-0 (2005) Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al. Relating to the creation of an office of inspector general at certain state agencies. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs INSPECTOR GENERAL, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2869 79-0 (2005) Author: Farabee, David Relating to the reapportionment of state legislative, congressional, and judicial districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting Congress|LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3094 79-0 (2005) Author: West, George Relating to the creation of the Texas Energy Planning Council. House: Energy Resources Left pending in committee ENERGY PLANNING COUNCIL, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS ENERGY PLANNING COUNCIL ACT
HB 3129 79-0 (2005) Author: Hamilton, Mike
Sponsor: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to the creation of a driver safety program for holders of provisional driver's licenses. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee Education--Driver Education & Training|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Appropriations|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 3345 79-0 (2005) Author: Dunnam, Jim Relating to the creation of the Texas Homefront Heroes program. House: Defense Affairs & State-Federal Relations Referred to Defense Affairs & State-Fed Rel Day Care|Education--General|Health--General|Human Services--Direct Assistance|Human Services--Medical Assistance|Military & Veterans|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3364 79-0 (2005) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to the creation of a Civilian Oversight Commission and local district complaint offices; providing penalties. House: Government Reform Referred to Government Reform City Government--Employees/Officers|City Government--General|CIVILIAN OVERSIGHT COMMISSION|County Government--Employees/Officers|County Government--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3368 79-0 (2005) Author: Solis, Jim Relating to establishing a State Emergency Medical Services Commission. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES COMMISSION
HJR 5 79-0 (2005) Author: Flores, Kino Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the state to operate video lottery games and the operation of other games of chance to supplement the video lottery games at certain horse and greyhound racetracks and on Indian lands. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|NATIVE AMERICANS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|VIDEO LOTTERY
HJR 64 79-0 (2005) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to establish legislative and congressional districts and revising constitutional redistricting procedures. House: Redistricting Subcommittee members named Congress|LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 78 79-0 (2005) Author: Geren, Charlie Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing casino gaming and requiring creation of a Texas Gaming Commission to regulate gaming and casino-based development projects in this state and authorizing the state to operate video lottery games at racetracks and on Indian lands. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|GAMING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|VIDEO LOTTERY
HJR 83 79-0 (2005) Author: Strama, Mark | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to establish legislative and congressional districts and revising constitutional redistricting procedures. House: Redistricting Subcommittee members named LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING BOARD|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 93 79-0 (2005) Author: Farabee, David Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to establish legislative and congressional districts and revising constitutional redistricting procedures. House: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 223 79-0 (2005) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to the creation of a commission to investigate and prevent wrongful convictions. Senate: Criminal Justice Co-author authorized Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION
SB 544 79-0 (2005) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot Relating to the creation of a commission to study capital punishment in Texas. Senate: Criminal Justice Not again placed on intent calendar Crimes--Capital Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS CAPITAL PUNISHMENT COMMISSION
SB 1033 79-0 (2005) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the powers and duties of the Criminal Justice Advisory Council. Senate: Criminal Justice Not again placed on intent calendar Crimes--Capital Punishment|CRIMINAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL|Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION
SB 1263 79-0 (2005) Author: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Driver, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a commission to ensure the quality of forensic science. House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure|FORENSIC SCIENCE COMMISSION, TEXAS|FORENSIC TESTING|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1404 79-0 (2005) Author: Wentworth, Jeff | et. al. Relating to the reapportionment of congressional districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Congressional Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Redistricting Congress|CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Redistricting|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1512 79-0 (2005) Author: Averitt, Kip Relating to the use and management of surface water resources and regional water planning. House: Natural Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources ENVIRONMENTAL FLOWS COMMISSION|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STUDY COMMISSION ON WATER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL FLOWS|Water--Development|Water--General
SB 1531 79-0 (2005) Author: Averitt, Kip Relating to requiring a contractor or subcontractor to provide health insurance to its employees to participate in certain state contracts. Senate: State Affairs Left pending in committee CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|Insurance--Health & Accident|Purchasing--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1634 79-0 (2005) Author: Seliger, Kel Relating to the Texas Energy Education Council; authorizing the imposition of an assessment on producers of oil, gas, and condensate. Senate: Natural Resources Not again placed on intent calendar ENERGY EDUCATION COUNCIL, TEXAS|Oil & Gas|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--Energy Resources
SB 1651 79-0 (2005) Author: Staples, Todd Relating to an office of inspector general at certain state agencies. House: State Affairs
Senate: Government Organization
Referred to State Affairs INSPECTOR GENERAL ACT, TEXAS|INSPECTOR GENERAL, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1713 79-0 (2005) Author: Staples, Todd
Sponsor: Krusee, Mike
Relating to the creation of a study commission on transportation financing. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STUDY COMMISSION ON TRANSPORTATION FINANCING|Transportation--Miscellaneous
SB 1744 79-0 (2005) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot Relating to the creation of the Texas-Mexico Strategic Investment Commission. House: Border & International Affairs
Senate: International Relations & Trade
Referred to Border and International Affairs BORDER|Business & Commerce--General|Economic & Industrial Development--General|INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS & COMMERCE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS-MEXICO STRATEGIC INVESTMENT COMMISSION
SJR 32 79-0 (2005) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the operation of video lottery games by certain Indian tribes on Indian lands. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|NATIVE AMERICANS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|VIDEO LOTTERY
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
HB 58 79-1 (2005) Author: Flores, Kino Relating to authorizing the operation of video lottery games on behalf of this state to provide additional money to fund public education and other governmental programs; the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming and Boxing Commission; the powers and duties of the Texas Lottery Commission, the Texas Racing Commission, and the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation, and the regulation of other gambling activities in this state; appropriating money; providing penalties. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMING & BOXING COMMISSION, TEXAS|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|NATIVE AMERICANS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|VIDEO LOTTERY
HB 86 79-1 (2005) Author: Van Arsdale, Corbin Relating to the use of the power of eminent domain. House: Land & Resource Management Referred to Land & Resource Management Political Subdivisions|Property Interests--Eminent Domain|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 18 79-1 (2005) Author: Flores, Kino Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the state to operate video lottery games at certain racetracks and on Indian lands to provide additional money to fund public education and other governmental programs. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Against Morals|NATIVE AMERICANS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|VIDEO LOTTERY
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
SJR 7 79-1 (2005) Author: Ellis, Rodney Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing casino gaming and requiring creation of a Texas Gaming Commission to regulate gaming and casino-based development projects in this state. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Amusements, Games, Sports|Constitutional Revision|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|GAMING COMMISSION, TEXAS|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 18 79-2 (2005) Author: Bonnen, Dennis Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the creation of a judicial compensation commission. House: Judiciary Referred to Judiciary Courts--Appellate|Courts--District|Courts--Judges|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Salaries & Expenses|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 357 78-0 (2003) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al. Relating to the creation of a commission to study capital punishment in Texas and to a moratorium on executions. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons|Crimes--Capital Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS CAPITAL PUNISHMENT COMMISSION
HB 486 78-0 (2003) Author: Wilson, Ron Relating to the establishment and operation of a state-owned casino in Harris County; providing penalties. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Amusements, Games, Sports|CASINO COMMISSION, TEXAS|GAMBLING|HARRIS COUNTY|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 580 78-0 (2003) Author: Nixon, Joe Relating to the abolition of the University Interscholastic League and the establishment of the Texas Schoolchildren's Academic and Athletic Commission. House: Public Education Left pending in committee Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities|SCHOOLCHILDREN'S ACADEMIC & ATHLETIC COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
HB 730 78-0 (2003) Author: Ritter, Allan | et. al.
Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to residential construction, including certain warranties, building and performance standards, and dispute resolution; providing an administrative penalty. House: Regulated Industries
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/03 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Property Interests--Real Property|RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION COMMISSION ACT
HB 866 78-0 (2003) Author: Naishtat, Elliott Relating to the creation of a commission to study capital punishment in Texas. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Subcommittee members named Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons|Crimes--Capital Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS CAPITAL PUNISHMENT COMMISSION
HB 1403 78-0 (2003) Author: West, George Relating to the regulation of barbers and cosmetologists by the Texas Commission on Barbering and Cosmetology and the abolition of the State Board of Barber Examiners and the Texas Cosmetology Commission. House: Government Reform Considered in Calendars BARBER EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF|BARBERING & COSMETOLOGY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|COSMETOLOGY COMMISSION, TEXAS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills
HB 1487 78-0 (2003) Author: Driver, Joe | et. al.
Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain electricians; providing penalties. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: State Affairs
See remarks for effective date ELECTRICAL LICENSING BOARD, TEXAS|ELECTRICAL SAFETY & LICENSING ADVISORY BOARD|ELECTRICIANS & ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS ELECTRICAL SAFETY & ELECTRICIAN LICENSING ACT
HB 1490 78-0 (2003) Author: Naishtat, Elliott Relating to the development and implementation of a statewide suicide prevention plan under the direction of the Health and Human Services Commission. House: Public Health Committee report sent to Calendars HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|SUICIDE|SUICIDE PREVENTION COUNCIL
HB 1495 78-0 (2003) Author: Solomons, Burt Relating to the registration of homebuilders. House: Regulated Industries Left pending in committee BUILDING CONSTRUCTION|HOMEBUILDER COMMISSION, TEXAS|HOMEBUILDER REGISTRATION ACT|Housing--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1521 78-0 (2003) Author: Corte, Frank | et. al. Relating to economic development, strategic planning, and other issues regarding military facilities, and the merger of certain state agencies with military responsibilities; granting authority to issue bonds. House: Defense Affairs and State-Federal Relations Laid on the table subject to call BONDS|DEFENSE, AVIATION, & SPACE COMMISSION, TEXAS|Military & Veterans|MILITARY PREPAREDNESS ACT|MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STRATEGIC MILITARY PLANNING COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1745 78-0 (2003) Author: Hunter, Bob Relating to the designation of the poet laureate, state musician, and state artists. House: State Cultural and Recreational Resources Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar Arts & Humanities|ARTS, TEXAS COMMISSION ON THE|POET LAUREATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Symbols|TEXAS STATE ARTIST|TEXAS STATE MUSICIAN
HB 1814 78-0 (2003) Author: Pitts, Jim Relating to the provision of health and human services in this state, including the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and other state agencies; providing civil and criminal penalties. House: Government Reform Referred to Government Reform AGING, DEPARTMENT ON|ALCOHOL & DRUG ABUSE, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|BLIND, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE|CHILDREN & FAMILIES, DEPARTMENT FOR|DEAF & HARD OF HEARING, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE|EARLY CHILDHOOD INTERVENTION, INTERAGENCY COUNCIL ON|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HEALTH & MENTAL HEALTH, DEPARTMENT FOR|HEALTH CARE INFORMATION COUNCIL, TEXAS|HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF|Health--General|HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Human Services--General|MENTAL HEALTH & MENTAL RETARDATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES, DEPARTMENT FOR|PROTECTIVE & REGULATORY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|REHABILITATION COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2019 78-0 (2003) Author: Griggs, Bob | et. al.
Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the creation of a state advisory council with authority to promote research, education, treatment, and support activities related to persons with traumatic brain injuries. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/03 Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS
HB 2034 78-0 (2003) Author: Menendez, Jose Relating to the creation of a statewide sports commission. House: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Amusements, Games, Sports|Economic & Industrial Development--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATEWIDE SPORTS COMMISSION
HB 2136 78-0 (2003) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the creation of a commission to investigate and prevent wrongful convictions. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence Criminal Procedure--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION|WRONGFUL IMPRISONMENT
HB 2292 78-0 (2003) Author: Wohlgemuth, Arlene | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the provision of health and human services in this state, including the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and other state agencies; providing penalties. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES COUNCIL|AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|AGING, COMMUNITY, DISABILITY & LONG-TERM CARE SERVICES, DEPT|AGING, COMMUNITY, DISABILITY, & LONG-TERM CARE COUNCIL|ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES COUNCIL|ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|CHILD HEALTH PLAN|COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS PROGRAM|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES COUNCIL|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL|HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Health--Children's Insurance|Health--General|Human Services--General|Human Services--Medical Assistance|MEDICAID|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|Nursing Homes|PROTECTIVE & REGULATORY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2523 78-0 (2003) Author: Ellis, Dan Relating to the oversight of state programs supporting community justice assistance and supporting probation services for juvenile and adult offenders. House: Corrections Referred to Corrections Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons|JUVENILE PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|MANDATORY SUPERVISION|PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2596 78-0 (2003) Author: Homer, Mark Relating to the abolishment of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and to the transfer of its powers and duties to the Railroad Commission of Texas. House: Government Reform Referred to Government Reform PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|RAILROAD COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Utilities--General
HB 2750 78-0 (2003) Author: Solis, Jim Relating to the creation and funding of the child support oversight council. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues CHILD SUPPORT OVERSIGHT COUNCIL|Family--Child Support|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2834 78-0 (2003) Author: Zedler, Bill Relating to the licensing and regulation of surgical technologists; providing a penalty. House: Public Health Left pending in committee Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|SURGICAL TECHNOLOGISTS|SURGICAL TECHNOLOGISTS, BOARD OF
HB 2848 78-0 (2003) Author: Farabee, David Relating to transferring power and authority over railroads from the Railroad Commission of Texas to the Texas Department of Transportation and renaming the Railroad Commission of Texas as the Texas Energy Commission. House: Government Reform Referred to Government Reform RAILROAD COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS ENERGY COMMISSION|TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|Transportation--Railroads
HB 3049 78-0 (2003) Author: Cook, Robert Relating to the consolidation of certain state agencies having general governmental functions, including functions regarding information resources, purchasing, and building and space acquisition and management. House: Government Reform Left pending in committee BUILDING & PROCUREMENT COMMISSION, TEXAS|STATE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AGENCY|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills
HB 3181 78-0 (2003) Author: Delisi, Dianne Relating to the creation of the Commission for State Health Expenditures. House: State Health Care Expenditures, Select Committee report sent to Calendars COMMISSION FOR STATE HEALTH CARE EXPENDITURES|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3340 78-0 (2003) Author: Puente, Robert Relating to permitting of water rights for instream uses by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. House: Natural Resources Referred to Natural Resources ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STUDY COMMISSION ON WATER RIGHTS FOR INSTREAM USES|Water--Rights
HB 3368 78-0 (2003) Author: Hunter, Bob Relating to the Texas Energy Resource Council. House: Energy Resources No action taken in committee ENERGY RESOURCE COUNCIL, TEXAS|Oil & Gas|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3472 78-0 (2003) Author: Keffer, Jim Relating to the abolition of the Texas Department of Economic Development; to the transfer of its functions to the Governor's Economic Development Division; and to the creation of the Texas Office of Tourism and the consolidation of the tourism functions of certain state agencies. House: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|GOVERNOR'S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIVISION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TOURISM, TEXAS OFFICE OF
HCR 305 78-0 (2003) Author: Wohlgemuth, Arlene
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 2292. Signed by the Governor AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES COUNCIL|AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|AGING, COMMUNITY, DISABILITY & LONG-TERM CARE SERVICES, DEPT|AGING, COMMUNITY, DISABILITY, & LONG-TERM CARE COUNCIL|ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES COUNCIL|CHILD HEALTH PLAN|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES COUNCIL|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL|HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Health--Children's Insurance|Health--General|Human Services--Medical Assistance|MEDICAID|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|PROTECTIVE & REGULATORY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Resolutions--Corrective|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 11 78-0 (2003) Author: Shapiro, Florence Relating to homeland security. Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security Referred to Infrastructure Dev & Security CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION COUNCIL|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Governor|Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TERRORISM & INTERNAL SECURITY
SB 90 78-0 (2003) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to the reapportionment of state legislative, congressional, and judicial districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Redistricting Commission. Senate: Jurisprudence Referred to Jurisprudence Congress|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 444 78-0 (2003) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot Relating to the creation of a commission to study capital punishment in Texas. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons|Crimes--Capital Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS CAPITAL PUNISHMENT COMMISSION
SB 500 78-0 (2003) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain electricians; providing a penalty. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce ELECTRICAL LICENSING BOARD, TEXAS|ELECTRICIANS & ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS ELECTRICAL SAFETY & ELECTRICIAN LICENSING ACT
SB 517 78-0 (2003) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Texas Border Strategic Investment Commission. Senate: International Relations and Trade Co-author authorized BORDER|BORDER STRATEGIC INVESTMENT COMMISSION, TEXAS|Business & Commerce--General|Economic & Industrial Development--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 652 78-0 (2003) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.
Sponsor: Corte, Frank | et. al.
Relating to economic development, strategic planning, and other issues regarding military facilities, and the merger of certain state agencies with military responsibilities; granting authority to issue bonds. House: Defense Affairs and State-Federal Relations
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately BONDS|DEFENSE, AVIATION, & SPACE COMMISSION, TEXAS|Military & Veterans|MILITARY PREPAREDNESS ACT|MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STRATEGIC MILITARY PLANNING COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 773 78-0 (2003) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia Relating to the registration of homebuilders. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce BUILDING CONSTRUCTION|HOMEBUILDER COMMISSION, TEXAS|HOMEBUILDER REGISTRATION ACT|Housing--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 869 78-0 (2003) Author: Shapiro, Florence Relating to homeland security. Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security Referred to Infrastructure Dev & Security CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION COUNCIL|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Governor|Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TERRORISM & INTERNAL SECURITY
SB 1045 78-0 (2003) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to the creation of a joint interim committee to investigate and prevent wrongful convictions. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence Criminal Procedure--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION|WRONGFUL IMPRISONMENT
SB 1048 78-0 (2003) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the abolition of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Railroad Commission of Texas, the creation of the Texas Energy and Communications Commission, and the transfer of the powers and duties of the public utility commission and the railroad commission to the energy and communications commission and other state agencies. Senate: Government Organization No action taken in committee ENERGY & COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION, TEXAS|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|RAILROAD COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1374 78-0 (2003) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Sponsor: Puente, Robert
Relating to public waters and provision for environmental flows by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. House: Natural Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STUDY COMMISSION ON WATER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL FLOWS|STUDY COMMISSION ON WATER RIGHTS FOR INSTREAM USES|Water--Rights
SB 1421 78-0 (2003) Author: Janek, Kyle Relating to the provision of health and human services in this state, including the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and other state agencies; providing civil and criminal penalties. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services AGING, DEPARTMENT ON|ALCOHOL & DRUG ABUSE, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|BLIND, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE|BUILDING & PROCUREMENT COMMISSION, TEXAS|CHILDREN & FAMILIES, DEPARTMENT FOR|DEAF & HARD OF HEARING, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE|EARLY CHILDHOOD INTERVENTION, INTERAGENCY COUNCIL ON|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HEALTH & MENTAL HEALTH, DEPARTMENT FOR|HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF|Health--General|HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Human Services--General|MENTAL HEALTH & MENTAL RETARDATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES, DEPARTMENT FOR|PROTECTIVE & REGULATORY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|REHABILITATION COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1842 78-0 (2003) Author: Staples, Todd Relating to the creation of an office of inspector general. Senate: Government Organization Referred to Government Organization INSPECTOR GENERAL, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
SB 1894 78-0 (2003) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the authorization and regulation of casino gambling and to the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming Commission; authorizing the imposition of gaming taxes for certain purposes including the establishment of scholarships for Texas students in public colleges and universities; providing civil and criminal penalties. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Amusements, Games, Sports|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|GAMING COMMISSION, TEXAS|SCHOLARSHIPS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS HIGHER EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP & GAMING CONTROL ACT
SJR 6 78-0 (2003) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to establish legislative and congressional districts and revising constitutional redistricting procedures. Senate: Jurisprudence Referred to Jurisprudence Congress|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 15 78-1 (2003) Author: Smith, Todd Relating to the transfer of the powers and duties of the comptroller of public accounts relating to state administration of the property tax system to the State Board on Property Valuation or the commissioner of the State Board on Property Valuation, as applicable. House: Government Reform Meeting cancelled Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|PROPERTY VALUATION, STATE BOARD ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--School District
HB 51 78-1 (2003) Author: Allen, Ray Relating to the creation of a select committee to study prison privatization. House: Government Reform
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice Corrections--Jails & Prisons|PRISON PRIVATIZATION, SELECT COMMITTEE ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 53 78-1 (2003) Author: Swinford, David
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the reorganization of, efficiency in, and other reform measures applying to state government; making appropriations. House: Government Reform
Senate: Government Organization
Not again placed on intent calendar AUDITOR, STATE|AUDITS & AUDITORS|BICYCLES|BUILDING & PROCUREMENT COMMISSION, TEXAS|Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities|Electronic Information Systems|Environment--Solid Waste|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|Ethics|Governor|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|LEGISLATIVE INFORMATION SERVICES BOARD|LEGISLATIVE POLICY COUNCIL|PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|PERFORMANCE REVIEW COMMISSION|PERMITS|PRIVATE SECURITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|Retirement Systems--County & District|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE AIRCRAFT POOLING BOARD|State Employees|STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Officers|SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION|TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION|Tourism|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 69 78-1 (2003) Author: Delisi, Dianne Relating to the oversight of the management of the assets of certain state retirement systems. House: Pensions & Investments Referred to Pensions and Investments RETIREMENT SYSTEMS OVERSIGHT BOARD|Retirement Systems--General|Retirement Systems--State Employees|Retirement Systems--Teachers|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 88 78-1 (2003) Author: Puente, Robert Relating to the reapportionment of state legislative, congressional, and judicial districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Redistricting Commission. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Congress|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 1 78-1 (2003) Author: Puente, Robert Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to establish legislative and congressional districts and revising constitutional redistricting procedures. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Congress|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 6 78-1 (2003) Author: Wentworth, Jeff | et. al. Relating to the reapportionment of state legislative, congressional, and judicial districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Redistricting Commission. Senate: Jurisprudence Co-author authorized Congress|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 22 78-1 (2003) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the organization, board membership, and functions of certain state agencies and to the transfer of certain functions to other state agencies; providing penalties. House: Government Reform
Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Government Reform AUDITOR, STATE|AUDITS & AUDITORS|Electronic Information Systems|Ethics|INTERNET|LEGISLATIVE AUDIT COMMITTEE|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|LEGISLATIVE INFORMATION SERVICES BOARD|LEGISLATIVE POLICY COUNCIL|PERFORMANCE REVIEW COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Employees|SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION
SB 29 78-1 (2003) Author: Whitmire, John Relating to creating a Legislative Policy Council to perform policy analysis and related empirical analysis and research. Senate: Government Organization Committee report printed and distributed LEGISLATIVE POLICY COUNCIL|Legislature|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 48 78-1 (2003) Author: Wentworth, Jeff | et. al. Relating to the reapportionment of congressional districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Congressional Redistricting Commission. Senate: Jurisprudence Co-author authorized Congress|CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Redistricting|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SJR 2 78-1 (2003) Author: Wentworth, Jeff | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to establish legislative and congressional districts and revising constitutional redistricting procedures. Senate: Jurisprudence Co-author authorized Congress|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 49 78-2 (2003) Author: Hochberg, Scott | et. al. Relating to the reapportionment of congressional districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Congressional Redistricting Commission. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Congress|CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Legislature|Redistricting|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 2 78-2 (2003) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to the reapportionment of congressional districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Congressional Redistricting Commission. Filed Congress|CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Redistricting|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 42 78-3 (2003) Author: Hochberg, Scott | et. al. Relating to the redistricting of congressional districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Congressional Redistricting Commission. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Congress|CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Legislature|Redistricting|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 7 78-3 (2003) Author: Wentworth, Jeff | et. al. Relating to the reapportionment of congressional districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Congressional Redistricting Commission. Senate: Jurisprudence Referred to Jurisprudence Congress|CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Redistricting|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 7 77-0 (2001) Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.
Sponsor: Sibley, David
Relating to creating the Office of Rural Community Affairs. House: Land & Resource Management
Senate: State Affairs
See remarks for effective date Economic & Industrial Development--General|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|Health--General|Health--Rural|MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES|PHYSICIANS|RURAL|RURAL COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STUDENT LOANS
HB 415 77-0 (2001) Author: Maxey, Glen Relating to the creation of the Texas Fair Drug Pricing Board; providing a civil penalty. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Health--General|Human Services--Medical Assistance|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS FAIR DRUG PRICING BOARD
HB 453 77-0 (2001) Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
Sponsor: Haywood, Tom
Relating to the creation of the Agriculture Policy Board. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01 Agriculture|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|RURAL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS AGRICULTURE POLICY BOARD
HB 578 77-0 (2001) Author: Solomons, Burt Relating to the creation of a commission and project to provide government services through a secure and uniform online system. House: State Affairs Companion considered in lieu of in committee Electronic Information Systems|INTERNET|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS ONLINE COMMISSION|TEXAS ONLINE PROJECT
HB 616 77-0 (2001) Author: Puente, Robert Relating to creating the Office of Natural Resource Public Interest Counsel; creating a criminal penalty. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee Environment--General|OFFICE OF NATURAL RESOURCE PUBLIC INTEREST COUNSEL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 636 77-0 (2001) Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al. Relating to sexual assault prevention and crisis services. House: Judicial Affairs No action taken in committee ATTORNEY GENERAL|Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual|SEXUAL ABUSE|SEXUAL ASSAULT ADVISORY COMMITTEE|SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION & CRISIS SERVICE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 720 77-0 (2001) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to the creation of a commission to study capital punishment in Texas and to a moratorium on executions. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons|Crimes--Capital Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS CAPITAL PUNISHMENT COMMISSION
HB 967 77-0 (2001) Author: Naishtat, Elliott Relating to ensuring an appropriate care setting for a person with a disability. House: Human Services Committee report sent to Calendars Disabilities, Persons with|ENSURING APPROPRIATE CARE/PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES, ADV COM|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES|MENTAL HEALTH & MENTAL RETARDATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PROTECTIVE & REGULATORY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1012 77-0 (2001) Author: Goolsby, Tony Relating to the regulation of professional geoscientists; providing penalties. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Companion considered in lieu of in committee GEOSCIENCE PRACTICE ACT, TEXAS|GEOSCIENCES, GEOLOGISTS & GEOPHYSICISTS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PROFESSIONAL GEOSCIENTISTS, TEXAS BOARD OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1183 77-0 (2001) Author: Capelo, Jaime
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the regulation of surgical assistants; granting rulemaking authority; providing an administrative penalty. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/01 MEDICAL EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|SURGICAL ASSISTANTS|SURGICAL ASSISTANTS, BOARD OF
HB 1308 77-0 (2001) Author: Villarreal, Mike | et. al. Relating to the creation of an office within the Health and Human Services Commission for coordinating the delivery of early childhood services. BE ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS: House: Human Services Referred to Human Services EARLY CHILDHOOD COORDINATION, OFFICE OF|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Child Services|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1977 77-0 (2001) Author: Hunter, Bob Relating to creating the Tourism Coordinating Council. House: State, Federal & International Relations Referred to State, Fed. & International Rel. State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Tourism|TOURISM COORDINATING COUNCIL
HB 2259 77-0 (2001) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to the designation and functions of a state demographer. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee Redistricting|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE DEMOGRAPHER
HB 2369 77-0 (2001) Author: George, Kenn | et. al. Relating to state financing of the development and production of Texas biotechnological and biomedical products and small businesses; providing for the issuance of bonds. House: Financial Institutions Committee report sent to Calendars BONDS|Business & Commerce--General|Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Economic & Industrial Development--General|PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT & SMALL BUSINESS INCUBATOR BOARD|Science & Technology|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2439 77-0 (2001) Author: Goolsby, Tony
Sponsor: Cain, David
Relating to uses of balances in the inaugural fund. House: House Administration
Senate: Administration
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Governor|Historic Preservation & Museums|INAUGURAL FUND ENDOWMENT COMMITTEE|Legislature|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2492 77-0 (2001) Author: Bosse, Fred
Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the state employee incentive and productivity program. House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/01 INCENTIVE & PRODUCTIVITY COMMISSION, TEXAS|Salaries & Expenses|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Employees
HB 2519 77-0 (2001) Author: Craddick, Tom Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain electricians; providing a criminal penalty. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee ELECTRICAL SAFETY & ELECTRICIAN LICENSING ACT|ELECTRICIAN LICENSING BOARD, TEXAS STATE|ELECTRICIANS & ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2523 77-0 (2001) Author: Wilson, Ron Relating to the powers and duties of the State Investment Commission. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control|STATE INVESTMENT COMMISSION
HB 2542 77-0 (2001) Author: Hawley, Judy Relating to the advisory committee for the Center for Rural Health Initiatives. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health Health--Rural|RURAL|RURAL HEALTH INITIATIVE, CENTER FOR|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2584 77-0 (2001) Author: Chavez, Norma | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a commission to study geriatrics as a requisite for medical school graduation. House: Higher Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/01 Aging|COMMISSION ON GERIATRICS STUDY REQUIREMENT FOR MEDICAL SCH|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Interim Studies|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2773 77-0 (2001) Author: Chavez, Norma Relating to the Department of Information Resources' oversight of electronic projects. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee Electronic Information Systems|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3154 77-0 (2001) Author: Capelo, Jaime
Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the establishment of an asthma and allergy research advisory committee in the Texas Department of Health. House: State Affairs
Senate: Health & Human Services
Tagged ASTHMA & ALLERGY COUNCIL, TEXAS|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3348 77-0 (2001) Author: Counts, David
Sponsor: Haywood, Tom
Relating to the Texas Energy Resource Council; authorizing the imposition of an assessment on producers of oil, gas, and condensate. House: Energy Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
Vetoed by the Governor Energy--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS ENERGY RESOURCE BOARD|TEXAS ENERGY RESOURCE COUNCIL
HB 3622 77-0 (2001) Author: Hochberg, Scott Relating to the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Innocence Commission; providing penalties. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Left pending in committee Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION|TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION ACT
HCR 297 77-0 (2001) Author: Chisum, Warren
Sponsor: Sibley, David
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make technical corrections to H.B. No. 7. Signed by the Governor Economic & Industrial Development--General|Health--General|Resolutions--Corrective|RURAL COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 69 77-0 (2001) Author: Junell, Robert Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to certain operations of state and local government. House: Constitutional Revision, Select Postponed Constitutional Revision|Legislature|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Salaries & Expenses|SALARY COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Officers|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HJR 74 77-0 (2001) Author: Keel, Terry | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the investment and management of the permanent school fund. House: Public Education Laid on the table subject to call EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND|PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND INVESTMENT BOARD|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
HJR 86 77-0 (2001) Author: Wilson, Ron Proposing a constitutional amendment to establish the State Investment Commission, with authority to invest state funds. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control|STATE INVESTMENT COMMISSION
SB 147 77-0 (2001) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to the reapportionment of state legislative, congressional, and judicial districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Redistricting Commission. Senate: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting Congress|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 187 77-0 (2001) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Sponsor: Solomons, Burt
Relating to the creation of an authority and related projects and duties regarding government services provided through online systems. House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately Electronic Information Systems|INTERNET|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS ONLINE COMMISSION|TEXAS ONLINE PROJECT|TEXASONLINE AUTHORITY
SB 195 77-0 (2001) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to the Border Trade Advisory Committee. House: Transportation
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01 BORDER TRADE ADVISORY COMMITTEE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Transportation--Miscellaneous
SB 212 77-0 (2001) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to abolishing the office of commissioner of education, creating the education commission, and transferring the powers and duties of the commissioner of education to the education commission. Senate: Education Referred to Education EDUCATION COMMISSION|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 326 77-0 (2001) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Solis, Jim
Relating to the creation of an initiative unit to develop a Texas-Mexico Commerce and International Relations Coordinated Plan. House: Economic Development
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately Business & Commerce--General|Economic & Industrial Development--General|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MEXICO|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS-MEXICO COMMERCE & INTERNATL RELATIONS COORDINATED PLAN
SB 349 77-0 (2001) Author: Truan, Carlos | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Commission on 21st Century Colleges and Universities. Senate: Education No action taken in committee COMMISSION ON 21ST CENTURY COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES|Education--Higher--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 367 77-0 (2001) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to ensuring an appropriate care setting for a person with a disability. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/01 Disabilities, Persons with|ENSURING APPROPRIATE CARE/PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES, ADV COM|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES|MENTAL HEALTH & MENTAL RETARDATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 405 77-0 (2001) Author: Brown, J. E. | et. al.
Sponsor: Goolsby, Tony
Relating to the regulation of professional geoscientists; providing penalties. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: State Affairs
See remarks for effective date GEOSCIENCE PRACTICE ACT, TEXAS|GEOSCIENCES, GEOLOGISTS & GEOPHYSICISTS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PROFESSIONAL GEOSCIENTISTS, TEXAS BOARD OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 428 77-0 (2001) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the creation of an electronic grants management system. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Electronic Information Systems|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 430 77-0 (2001) Author: Shapiro, Florence
Sponsor: Goodman, Toby
Relating to certain safety programs in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/01 Education--Primary & Secondary--General|EDUCATION--PRIMARY & SECONDARY--VIOLENCE|INTERNET|Safety|SCHOOL SAFETY CENTER, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 656 77-0 (2001) Author: West, Royce
Sponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the designation and functions of a state demographer. House: State Affairs
Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/01 Redistricting|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE DEMOGRAPHER
SB 662 77-0 (2001) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia Relating to combining the office of public insurance counsel, the Office of Public Utility Counsel, and the office of public interest counsel of the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission into a single independent office of public interest counsel; providing a penalty. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Environment--General|Insurance--General|OFFICE OF NATURAL RESOURCE PUBLIC INTEREST COUNSEL|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|PUBLIC INTEREST COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Utilities--General|Water--General
SB 665 77-0 (2001) Author: Moncrief, Mike | et. al.
Sponsor: Gray, Patricia | et. al.
Relating to the creation of an office within the Health and Human Services Commission for coordinating the delivery of early childhood services. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/01 EARLY CHILDHOOD COORDINATION, OFFICE OF|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Child Services|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 680 77-0 (2001) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al. Relating to the creation of a commission to study capital punishment in Texas. Senate: Criminal Justice Not again placed on intent calendar Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons|Crimes--Capital Punishment|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS CAPITAL PUNISHMENT COMMISSION
SB 1063 77-0 (2001) Author: Staples, Todd Relating to creating a task force to study the use of state office space. Senate: Administration No action taken in committee State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|USE OF STATE PROPERTY, TASK FORCE ON
SB 1188 77-0 (2001) Author: Harris, Chris | et. al. Relating to the creation of an office of inspector general. Senate: Administration Left pending in committee AUDITS & AUDITORS|INSPECTOR GENERAL, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1557 77-0 (2001) Author: Madla, Frank Relating to the licensing of certain residential contractors; providing penalties. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce BUILDING CONSTRUCTION|CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|REGULATORY BOARD FOR RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CONTRACTORS, STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1751 77-0 (2001) Author: Haywood, Tom Relating to the Texas Energy Resource Council. Senate: Natural Resources Referred to Natural Resources Energy--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS ENERGY RESOURCE BOARD|TEXAS ENERGY RESOURCE COUNCIL
SB 1756 77-0 (2001) Author: Sibley, David Relating to creating the Office of Rural Community Affairs. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Economic & Industrial Development--General|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|Health--General|Health--Rural|MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES|PHYSICIANS|RURAL|RURAL COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STUDENT LOANS
SB 1825 77-0 (2001) Author: Sibley, David
Sponsor: Chisum, Warren
Relating to state energy policy and the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Energy Policy Council. House: Energy Resources
Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars ENERGY POLICY COUNCIL, TEXAS|Energy--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS ENERGY POLICY ACT
SB 1837 77-0 (2001) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.
Sponsor: Gallego, Pete
Relating to the creation of the Texas Border Strategic Investment Commission; making an appropriation. House: Appropriations
Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar BORDER|BORDER STRATEGIC INVESTMENT COMMISSION, TEXAS|Economic & Industrial Development--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STRATEGIC PLANS
SCR 53 77-0 (2001) Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo Creating the Communities in Schools of Texas State Advisory Council. House: House Administration
Senate: Administration
Referred to House Administration COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF TEXAS STATE ADVISORY COUNCIL|COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF TEXAS, INCORPORATED|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Resolutions--Legislative Policy|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SJR 5 77-0 (2001) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to determine legislative and congressional districts and revising the constitutional redistricting provisions. Senate: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting Congress|Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 34 76-0 (1999) Author: Goolsby, Tony Relating to the regulation of professional geoscientists; providing penalties. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Laid on the table subject to call GEOSCIENCES, GEOLOGISTS & GEOPHYSICISTS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|SOIL SCIENTISTS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS GEOSCIENCE PRACTICE ACT
HB 55 76-0 (1999) Author: Cuellar, Henry Relating to the creation of a state agency to promote economic development in the region bordering the Rio Grande. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs BORDER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY|Economic & Industrial Development|RIO GRANDE VALLEY|Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 235 76-0 (1999) Author: Puente, Robert | et. al. Relating to creating the Office of Natural Resource Public Interest Counsel; creating a criminal penalty. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee Consumer Protection|Environment--General|NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|NATURAL RESOURCE PUBLIC INTEREST COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Water--General
HB 406 76-0 (1999) Author: Hilderbran, Harvey Relating to long-term care for public employees. House: Pensions & Investments Referred to Pensions and Investments Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|PUBLIC EMPLOYEES LONG-TERM CARE BOARD|Retirement Systems--State Employees|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 526 76-0 (1999) Author: Chisum, Warren Relating to the restructuring of the electric industry and to the continuation of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Office of Public Utility Counsel. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee JOINT COMMITTEE ON ELECTRIC INDUSTRY RESTRUCTURING|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|RENEWABLE ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Utilities--Electric
HB 564 76-0 (1999) Author: Oliveira, Rene | et. al.
Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to a border commerce coordinator designated by the governor. House: State, Federal & International Relations
Senate: Border Affairs - Special
Effective immediately BORDER|Business & Commerce--General|Governor|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 752 76-0 (1999) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia Relating to the regulation of the practice of naturopathic medicine; providing penalties. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health CONTINUING EDUCATION|Health Care Providers|NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE|NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIANS ACT|NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIANS BOARD|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 839 76-0 (1999) Author: Garcia, Domingo Relating to the public school ethics curriculum committee. House: Public Education Left pending in committee Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Ethics|PUBLIC SCHOOL ETHICS CURRICULUM COMMITTEE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1088 76-0 (1999) Author: West, George Relating to the regulation of sociological practitioners; providing a penalty. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee EXAMINERS OF SOCIOLOGISTS, TEXAS BOARD OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|SOCIOLOGICAL PRACTITIONERS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1232 76-0 (1999) Author: Rangel, Irma Relating to the creation of a single state board and a single commissioner to oversee and administer public and higher education. House: Higher Education Left pending in committee EDUCATION, BOARD OF TEXAS|EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF|Education--Higher--General|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1311 76-0 (1999) Author: Delisi, Dianne Relating to the creation of the Council on Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke to develop a program to prevent cardiovascular disease and stroke. House: Public Health
Senate: Health Services
Referred to Health Services CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES & STROKE, COUNCIL ON|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1469 76-0 (1999) Author: Hilbert, Paul Relating to annexations by a municipality. House: Land & Resource Management Referred to Land and Resource Management City Government--Annexation|MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION, STUDY COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1549 76-0 (1999) Author: Brimer, Kim Relating to the operation of a business in the State of Texas. House: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|SMALL BUSINESS ASSISTANCE, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1770 76-0 (1999) Author: Lewis, Ron Relating to the Texas Teaching Fellows Commission. House: Public Education Left pending in committee Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEACHING FELLOWS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1918 76-0 (1999) Author: Oliveira, Rene | et. al.
Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the Texas Department of Transportation planning of multimodal and intermodal transportation. House: Transportation
Senate: Border Affairs - Special
Withdrawn from intent calendar Business & Commerce--General|Economic & Industrial Development|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE TRANSPORTATION COUNCIL|Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 2000 76-0 (1999) Author: Turner, Bob | et. al.
Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the ratification of the Southern Dairy Compact; providing civil penalties. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee Agriculture|MILK|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Water--General
HB 2022 76-0 (1999) Author: Garcia, Domingo
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the designation of a small business advocate to head the Office of Small Business Assistance. House: State Affairs
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/99 Business & Commerce--General|Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Governor|SMALL BUSINESS ADVOCACY OFFICE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2155 76-0 (1999) Author: Yarbrough, Ken
Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the creation and operation of the Texas State Board of Mechanical Industries and the regulation of plumbing and mechanical laws and programs by that board; providing penalties. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Administration
Vetoed by the Governor AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION CONTRACTORS ADVISORY BOAR|IRRIGATORS ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS|MECHANICAL INDUSTRIES, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PLUMBING & MECHANICAL WORK, TEXAS BOARD OF|PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2244 76-0 (1999) Author: Maxey, Glen | et. al. Relating to coordination of transportation services provided to clients of health and human services agencies. House: Human Services Left pending in committee COUNCIL ON COORDINATED TRANSPORTATION|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES OFFICE OF COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION S|Human Services--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 2322 76-0 (1999) Author: Dukes, Dawnna Relating to creation, powers, and duties of the Task Force on Educational Aides. House: Public Education Left pending in committee Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel|Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|EDUCATIONAL AIDES, TASK FORCE ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2368 76-0 (1999) Author: Wilson, Ron Relating to the establishment and operation of state-owned casinos; providing penalties. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Referred to Licensing & Admin. Procedures Amusements, Games, Sports|CASINO COMMISSION, TEXAS|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE CASINO ACT|State Finances--Management & Control
HB 2411 76-0 (1999) Author: Delisi, Dianne Relating to the creation of the Health and Human Services Policy Council. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES POLICY COUNCIL|Health--General|Human Services--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2599 76-0 (1999) Author: McReynolds, Jim
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to prescribed burning. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99 AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|BURNING & INCINERATORS|Environment--Air|Environment--General|Parks & Wildlife--General|PRESCRIBED BURNING BOARD|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2741 76-0 (1999) Author: Junell, Robert Relating to the creation of the State Claims Commission for certain contract claims. House: State Affairs No action taken in committee Civil Remedies & Liabilities|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE CLAIMS COMMISSION
HB 2836 76-0 (1999) Author: Turner, Sylvester Relating to the establishment and duties of the position of public information advocate within the office of the attorney general. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee ATTORNEY GENERAL|Open Records|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Employees
HB 3283 76-0 (1999) Author: Maxey, Glen Relating to the creation of a state council with authority to promote research, education, treatment, and support activities related to persons with brain injuries. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS BRAIN INJURY COUNCIL
HB 3508 76-0 (1999) Author: Marchant, Kenny Relating to creating the Texas Commission on Spinal Cord Research. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee Health--General|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT|SPINAL CORD RESEARCH, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3730 76-0 (1999) Author: Alexander, Clyde Relating to the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Insurance Fraud Prevention Authority. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs FRAUD|INSURANCE FRAUD PREVENTION AUTHORITY|Insurance--General|Insurance--Reform|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3737 76-0 (1999) Author: Eiland, Craig | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Port Regionalization and Megaport Advisory Committee. House: Transportation Left pending in subcommittee PORT REGIONALIZATION & MEGAPORT ADVISORY COMMITTEE|Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Water--Navigation & Ports
HB 3754 76-0 (1999) Author: Krusee, Mike Relating to creation of the Charter School Commission. House: Public Education Left pending in committee CHARTER SCHOOL COMMISSION|CHARTER SCHOOLS|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HCR 313 76-0 (1999) Author: Garcia, Domingo
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make a technical correction in H.B. No. 2022. Signed by the Governor Business & Commerce--General|Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Governor|Resolutions--Corrective & Recall|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 71 76-0 (1999) Author: Brown, J. E.
Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the creation of the Judicial Compensation Commission. House: Judicial Affairs
Senate: Finance
Effective on adoption of const. amendment Courts--Judges|JUDICIAL COMPENSATION COMMISSION|Salaries & Expenses|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 97 76-0 (1999) Author: Harris, Chris Relating to long-term care for public employees. House: Pensions & Investments
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|PUBLIC EMPLOYEES LONG-TERM CARE BOARD|Retirement Systems--State Employees|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 129 76-0 (1999) Author: Brown, J. E.
Sponsor: Goolsby, Tony
Relating to the regulation of professional geoscientists; providing penalties. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar GEOSCIENCES, GEOLOGISTS & GEOPHYSICISTS|GEOSCIENTIST LICENSING ACT|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|SOIL SCIENTISTS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 146 76-0 (1999) Author: Luna, Gregory Relating to the regulation of the practice of naturopathic medicine; providing penalties. Senate: Health Services Left pending in committee CONTINUING EDUCATION|Health Care Providers|NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE|NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIANS ACT|NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIANS BOARD|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 495 76-0 (1999) Author: Truan, Carlos | et. al.
Sponsor: Hawley, Judy
Relating to the powers and duties of the Office of Defense Affairs and Texas Strategic Military Planning Commission. House: State, Federal & International Relations
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective on 9/1/99 DEFENSE AFFAIRS, OFFICE OF|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Military & Veterans|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STRATEGIC MILITARY PLANNING COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 552 76-0 (1999) Author: Nelson, Jane Relating to the creation of the Council on Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke to develop a program to prevent cardiovascular disease and stroke. Senate: Health Services Referred to Health Services CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES & STROKE, COUNCIL ON|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 670 76-0 (1999) Author: Brown, J. E. | et. al. Relating to establishing a commission to study and make recommendations for revision of the Texas Constitution. Senate: State Affairs Committee report printed and distributed Constitutional Revision|CONSTITUTIONAL REVISION, COMMITTEE ON|Legislature|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills
SB 737 76-0 (1999) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth Relating to the ratification of the Southern Dairy Compact; providing civil penalties. Senate: Natural Resources Referred to s/c on Agriculture by President Agriculture|MILK|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Water--General
SB 756 76-0 (1999) Author: Duncan, Robert Relating to the Texas Teaching Fellows Commission. Senate: Education Referred to Education Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEACHING FELLOWS COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 811 76-0 (1999) Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo Relating to establishing the Texas Commission on Participation in Education. Senate: Education Referred to Education Education--Higher--General|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS COMMISSION ON PARTICIPATION IN EDUCATION
SB 904 76-0 (1999) Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario Relating to creating the Office of Natural Resource Public Interest Counsel; creating a criminal penalty. Senate: Natural Resources Referred to Natural Resources Consumer Protection|Environment--General|NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|NATURAL RESOURCE PUBLIC INTEREST COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Water--General
SB 1014 76-0 (1999) Author: Lindsay, Jon Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain contractors; providing penalties. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs CONTRACTOR LICENSING ADVISORY BOARD|CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1079 76-0 (1999) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot Relating to the duties of the office of the attorney general with regard to the public information law. House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs ATTORNEY GENERAL|Open Records|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Employees
SB 1597 76-0 (1999) Author: Sibley, David Relating to the creation and operation of the Texas Commission on Men. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Health--General|MEN, COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1688 76-0 (1999) Author: Bernsen, David Relating to the establishment and administration of the education endowment fund. Senate: Education Referred to Education Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|Salaries & Expenses|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1697 76-0 (1999) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the formation of a commission to study issues relating to the consolidation of local governments. Senate: Intergovernmental Relations Referred to Intergovernmental Relations City Government--General|County Government--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1805 76-0 (1999) Author: Bernsen, David Relating to creation, powers, and duties of the Task Force on Educational Aides. Senate: Education Referred to Education Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel|Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|EDUCATIONAL AIDES, TASK FORCE ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SJR 10 76-0 (1999) Author: Brown, J. E.
Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the creation of a judicial compensation commission. House: Judicial Affairs
Senate: Finance
Filed with the Secretary of State Courts--Judges|JUDICIAL COMPENSATION COMMISSION|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Salaries & Expenses|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SJR 27 76-0 (1999) Author: Wentworth, Jeff | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment to create the Texas Redistricting Commission to establish legislative and congressional districts and to revise the constitutional redistricting provisions. Senate: State Affairs No action taken in committee Legislature|Redistricting|REDISTRICTING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3 75-0 (1997) Author: Berlanga, Hugo | et. al.
Sponsor: Sibley, David
Relating to establishing the Texas Healthy Kids Corporation and other other health benefit coverage to increase access to health care for children. House: Public Health
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Health--General|HEALTHY KIDS CORPORATION FUND, TEXAS|HEALTHY KIDS CORPORATION, TEXAS|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|Minors|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
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 12 75-0 (1997) Author: Chisum, Warren Relating to the restructuring of the electric industry. House: State Affairs Referred to subcommittee ELECTRIC INDUSTRY RESTRUCTURING, COUNCIL ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Utilities--General
HB 37 75-0 (1997) Author: Goolsby, Tony Relating to the regulation of plastering contractors; providing penalties. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Placed on General State Calendar Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PLASTERING CONTRACTORS|PLASTERING CONTRACTORS ADVISORY BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 66 75-0 (1997) Author: Cuellar, Henry | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to unfunded state mandates on political subdivisions. House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately Intergovernmental Relations|Political Subdivisions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control|UNFUNDED MANDATES INTERAGENCY WORK GROUP
HB 160 75-0 (1997) Author: Rodriguez, Ciro | et. al.
Sponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to the establishment of an advisory committee to the Texas Workforce Commission on apprenticeship and job-training issues. House: Economic Development
Senate: Economic Development
Vetoed by the Governor APPRENTICESHIP & TRAINING ADVISORY COMMITTEE|Labor--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 191 75-0 (1997) Author: Turner, Bob Relating to legislative review and gubernatorial suspension of certain rules of state agencies. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs AGENCY RULES REVIEW ADVISORY COMMITTEE|Governor|Legislature|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 232 75-0 (1997) Author: Wilson, Ron Relating to the Multiculturism Curriculum Task Force. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Education--Higher--General|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|MULTICULTURISM CURRICULUM TASK FORCE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 408 75-0 (1997) Author: West, George Relating to the regulation of sociological practitioners; providing a penalty. House: State Affairs Referred to subcommittee Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|SOCIOLOGICAL PRACTITIONERS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF SOCIOLOGISTS
HB 436 75-0 (1997) Author: Maxey, Glen Relating to a study project involving the use of computer networks in public schools. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education COMPUTERS|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Interim Studies|Science & Technology|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 443 75-0 (1997) Author: Wise, Miguel | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Bureau for Economic Development and Hispanic Studies. House: State Affairs Reported favorably w/o amendment(s) Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Economic & Industrial Development|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & HISPANIC STUDIES, BUREAU OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 466 75-0 (1997) Author: Cuellar, Henry Relating to the establishment and operation of a program to provide guardianship services to certain incapacitated adults. House: Human Services Referred to Human Services GUARDIANSHIP RESOURCE ADVISORY BOARD|Probate|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
HB 514 75-0 (1997) Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al. Relating to the establishment and operation of the Texas child care fund. House: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development CHILD CARE FUND, TEXAS|Human Services--Child Services|Minors|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
HB 518 75-0 (1997) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the creation of a judicial compensation commission. House: Judicial Affairs Considered in Calendars Courts--Judges|JUDICIAL COMPENSATION COMMISSION|Salaries & Expenses|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 595 75-0 (1997) Author: Cuellar, Henry | et. al. Relating to development of a statewide consumer guide for senior citizens. House: Human Services Subcommittee members named Aging|Consumer Protection|INTERAGENCY WORK GROUP|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 734 75-0 (1997) Author: Raymond, Richard Relating to development of a statewide consumer guide for senior citizens. House: Human Services Referred to Human Services Aging|Consumer Protection|INTERAGENCY WORK GROUP|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 744 75-0 (1997) Author: Goolsby, Tony Relating to the regulation of geologists and geophysicists; providing a criminal penalty. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Laid on table subject to call in committee GEOLOGIST & GEOPHYSICIST REGISTRATION ACT|GEOLOGIST AND GEOPHYSICISTS, BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF|GEOLOGISTS|GEOPHYSICISTS|Mines & Mineral Resources|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 805 75-0 (1997) Author: Goolsby, Tony Relating to establishing policy boards for certain public institutions of higher education to assist in the governance of those institutions. House: Higher Education Committee report filed with Chief Clerk Education--Higher--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 828 75-0 (1997) Author: Turner, Bob | et. al. Relating to legislative review and gubernatorial suspension of certain rules of state agencies. House: State Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars AGENCY RULES REVIEW ADVISORY COMMITTEE|Legislature|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 840 75-0 (1997) Author: Hunter, Bob | et. al. Relating to the State Cemetery. House: State, Federal & International Relations Laid on the table subject to call Cemeteries|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE CEMETERY|STATE CEMETERY COMMITTEE
HB 876 75-0 (1997) Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al. Relating to the application process for state loan and loan guaranty programs. House: Financial Institutions Laid on the table subject to call Interim Studies|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
HB 987 75-0 (1997) Author: Maxey, Glen Relating to the development of a quality-based system of reimbursing nursing facilities under the state Medicaid program. House: Human Services Rules suspended Human Services--Medical Assistance|Interim Studies|MEDICAID|Nursing Homes|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1072 75-0 (1997) Author: Maxey, Glen | et. al. Relating to the regulation of retail stores. House: State Affairs Referred to subcommittee Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1083 75-0 (1997) Author: Maxey, Glen | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Human Resource Task Force and the streamlining of the organizational structures of state agencies. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee HUMAN RESOURCE TASK FORCE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Employees
HB 1099 75-0 (1997) Author: Smithee, John | et. al. Relating to the creation of a rating system and consumer report cards for the comparison of health care plans. House: Insurance Left pending in committee Consumer Protection|Health Care Providers|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|Interim Studies|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1191 75-0 (1997) Author: Turner, Sylvester Relating to the Texas Education Policy Council and the Texas Education Coordinating Council. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education EDUCATION COORDINATING COUNCIL, TEXAS|EDUCATION POLICY COUNCIL, TEXAS|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1216 75-0 (1997) Author: Edwards, Al | et. al.
Sponsor: Patterson, Jerry
Relating to the creation and operation of the Texas Emancipation Juneteenth Cultural and Historical Commission. House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/97 EMANCIPATION JUNETEENTH CULTURAL & HISTORICAL COMMN., TEXAS|Historic Preservation & Museums|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1263 75-0 (1997) Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Guardianship Advisory Board and the establishment of local guardianship centers. House: Human Services Referred to Human Services GUARDIANSHIP ADVISORY BOARD|GUARDIANSHIP NETWORK COUNCIL|Probate|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1301 75-0 (1997) Author: Allen, Ray | et. al.
Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the oversight of the private sector prison industries program. House: Corrections
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/97 Corrections--Jails & Prisons|PRIVATE SECTOR PRISON INDUSTRIES OVERSIGHT AUTHORITY|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1344 75-0 (1997) Author: Rodriguez, Ciro Relating to review of the termination of certain insurance agents; providing an administrative penalty. House: Insurance Left pending in subcommittee Insurance--Insurers & Agents|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1390 75-0 (1997) Author: Serna, Gilbert Relating to the regulation of homeopathic and integrated medicine. House: Public Health Committee report sent to Calendars HOMEOPATHIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS, BOARD OF|HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINE|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1414 75-0 (1997) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the creation, powers, and duties of the Community Reinvestment work group. House: Economic Development
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/97 Business & Commerce--General|COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT WORK GROUP|Economic & Industrial Development|Financial--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1428 75-0 (1997) Author: Stiles, Mark | et. al.
Sponsor: Galloway, Michael
Relating to the creation and operation of a commission to coordinate the celebration of the centennial of the discovery of the Spindletop Oil Field. House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately Oil & Gas|SPINDLETOP CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1437 75-0 (1997) Author: Carter, Bill | et. al. Relating to the creation of an emergency telephone call box system for highway users in this state. House: Transportation Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal EMERGENCY TELEPHONE CALL BOX SYSTEM COMMITTEE|Highways|Safety|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 1469 75-0 (1997) Author: West, George Relating to the creation of a panel with authority to approve the release of the state's interest in land in certain circumstances. House: Land & Resource Management Left pending in committee Mines & Mineral Resources|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1511 75-0 (1997) Author: Berlanga, Hugo | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the administration and allocation of Medicaid and other funds used to pay for graduate medical education. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/97 Education--Higher--Health Institutions|MEDICAID|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1544 75-0 (1997) Author: Lewis, Glenn Relating to the licensing and regulation of public adjusters; providing criminal penalties. House: Insurance Left pending in committee Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PUBLIC ADJUSTERS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1550 75-0 (1997) Author: Goodman, Toby | et. al.
Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the juvenile justice system. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/97 CENTER FOR THE STUDY & PREVENTION OF JUVENILE CRIME & DELIN.|Crimes--Juvenile|Family--Juvenile Delinquency|Minors|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1609 75-0 (1997) Author: Turner, Bob Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to prepare and implement a regional habitat conservation plan or habitat conservation plan or to enter into a conservation agreement. House: Land & Resource Management Committee report sent to Calendars ENDANGERED SPECIES|Environment--General|Parks & Wildlife--General|Political Subdivisions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1643 75-0 (1997) Author: Palmer, Sue Relating to judicial review of state agency orders and decisions and of the validity of agency rules under the Administrative Procedure Act. House: State Affairs Referred to subcommittee ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW, COURT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1644 75-0 (1997) Author: Uher, D.R. | et. al. Relating to the regulation of medical radiologic technologists and other persons who perform radiologic procedures. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health MEDICAL RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1695 75-0 (1997) Author: Gray, Patricia | et. al. Relating to the continuation and operation of the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services, the provision of services to children and families, and suits affecting the parent-child relationship; providing penalties. House: Human Services Companion considered in lieu of in committee Family--Parent & Child|Minors|PROTECTIVE & REGULATORY SERVICES, DEPT. OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STRATGEGIC TECHNOLOGY STEERING COMMITTEE|Sunset Bills
HB 1781 75-0 (1997) Author: Shields, John | et. al. Relating to creating a governor's committee to study cost control in state government. House: State Affairs No action taken in committee Governor|GOVERNOR'S PRIVATE SECTOR COMT. ON COST CONTROL IN ST. GOVT.|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
HB 1812 75-0 (1997) Author: Hunter, Bob | et. al.
Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission and the preservation, management, and disposition of state records and other historical resources. House: State, Federal & International Relations
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/97 Historic Preservation & Museums|Libraries|RECORDS MANAGEMENT INTERAGENCY COORDINATING COUNCIL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1845 75-0 (1997) Author: Wolens, Steven Relating to nonsubstantive additions to and corrections in enacted codes, including the nonsubstantive codification of various laws omitted from enacted codes, and to conforming codifications enacted by the 74th Legislature to other Acts of that legislature. House: State Affairs Considered in Calendars PROMOTING ADOPTION OF MINORITY CHILDREN, ADVISORY COMMITTEE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Statutory Revision
HB 1872 75-0 (1997) Author: Hamric, Peggy Relating to the procedures that apply to an annexation by a home-rule municipality; providing penalties. House: Land & Resource Management Left pending in committee City Government--Annexation|MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1877 75-0 (1997) Author: Chisum, Warren Relating to the recording of certain documents by electronic means and to the creation of an electronic recording advisory committee. House: County Affairs Considered in Calendars ELECTRONIC RECORDING TASK FORCE|Open Records|Science & Technology|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1930 75-0 (1997) Author: Bosse, Fred Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Information Resources. House: State Affairs Referred to subcommittee INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|Science & Technology|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills|TELECOMMUNICATIONS PLANNING GROUP
HB 1942 75-0 (1997) Author: Naishtat, Elliott Relating to creating the home and community personal attendant services program. House: Human Services Referred to Human Services Aging|Disabilities, Persons with|Human Services--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1945 75-0 (1997) Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al. Relating to the establishment of caseload standards for certain employees of the Texas Department of Human Services or the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services CASELOAD STANDARDS ADVISORY COMMITTEE|HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Human Services--General|PROTECTIVE & REGULATORY SERVICES, DEPT. OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1954 75-0 (1997) Author: Hilbert, Paul Relating to declaring a temporary moratorium on annexation and establishing a commission to study annexation procedures. House: Land & Resource Management Left pending in committee City Government--Annexation|Interim Studies|MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION, STUDY COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2036 75-0 (1997) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al. Relating to the transfer of child support enforcement duties from the Office of the Attorney General and the creation of the Texas Family Support Commission. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Left pending in committee ATTORNEY GENERAL|FAMILY SUPPORT COMMISSION, TEXAS|Family--Child Support|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2133 75-0 (1997) Author: Jackson, Mike | et. al.
Sponsor: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to the creation, powers, and duties of the State Office of Risk Management and to provisions of workers' compensation insurance coverage for state employees. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/97 Labor--Health & Safety|Labor--Workers' Compensation|RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2135 75-0 (1997) Author: Garcia, Domingo Relating to the regulation of wall and ceiling contractors; providing penalties. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Placed on General State Calendar Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|WALL & CEILING CONTRACTORS ADVISORY BOARD, TEXAS STATE|WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS
HB 2219 75-0 (1997) Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al. Relating to lead poisoning screening and lead inspection and abatement requirements for certain facilities; providing penalties. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health Day Care|Health--General|LEAD POISONING|Safety|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2223 75-0 (1997) Author: Cuellar, Henry | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Rio Grande River Authority Commission. House: State Affairs No action taken in committee RIO GRANDE RIVER AUTHORITY COMMISSION|Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2224 75-0 (1997) Author: Delisi, Dianne | et. al. Relating to the consolidation of investigations of fraud in the provision of health and human services and other improvements in identifying and preventing fraud. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health Crimes--Miscellaneous|Health--General|Human Services--General|PUBLIC ASSISTANCE FRAUD OVERSIGHT TASK FORCE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2295 75-0 (1997) Author: Oakley, Keith | et. al.
Sponsor: Cain, David
Relating to excavation operations that may damage underground facilities; providing civil and criminal penalties. House: Public Safety
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/97 Safety|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|UNDERGROUND FACILITY DAMAGE PREVENTION & SAFETY ACT|UNDERGROUND FACILITY DAMAGE PREVENTION ACT|UNDERGROUND FACILITY NOTIFICATION CORPORATION, TEXAS|Utilities--General
HB 2312 75-0 (1997) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia Relating to the creation of the Small Business Advocacy Office within the Texas Department of Commerce. House: Economic Development Left pending in committee Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF|SMALL BUSINESS ADVOCACY OFFICE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2336 75-0 (1997) Author: Wolens, Steven Relating to the purchase of goods and services by the state and to purchasing services provided by the state to local governments. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON PROCUREMENT|Purchasing--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|VENDOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE
HB 2341 75-0 (1997) Author: Place, Allen Relating to certification of bail bondsmen by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation; providing a penalty. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Reported from s/c favorably w/o amendment(s) BAIL BONDSMAN ADVISORY COUNCIL|BAIL BONDSMEN|Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release|LICENSING AND REGULATION, DEPT. OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2362 75-0 (1997) Author: Hilbert, Paul Relating to annexations by a municipality. House: Land & Resource Management Left pending in committee ANNEXATION OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE|City Government--Annexation|MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION, STUDY COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2364 75-0 (1997) Author: Hilbert, Paul Relating to the oversight of recently completed annexations by certain municipalities. House: Land & Resource Management Withdrawn from schedule ANNEXATION OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE|City Government--Annexation|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2385 75-0 (1997) Author: Delisi, Dianne
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a study of the state's health and human services needs. House: State Affairs
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective in 90 days -- 9/01/97 HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES POLICY COUNCIL|Health--General|Human Services--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2407 75-0 (1997) Author: Williamson, Richard Relating to the abolition of the University Interscholastic League. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education Education--Primary & Secondary--General|EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES, ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
HB 2416 75-0 (1997) Author: Danburg, Debra Relating to the creation of the Texas Real Estate Inspector Licensing Board and the regulation of real estate inspectors; providing a criminal penalty. House: State Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Property Interests--Real Property|REAL ESTATE INSPECTOR LICENSE ACT, TEXAS|REAL ESTATE INSPECTOR LICENSING BOARD, TEXAS|REAL ESTATE INSPECTORS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2417 75-0 (1997) Author: Danburg, Debra | et. al. Relating to the registration of Reiki Practitioners; providing civil and criminal penalties. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health ADVISORY COUNCIL OF THE REIKI REGISTRY|Health--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|REIKI PRACTITIONER REGISTRY ACT|REIKI PRACTITIONERS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2453 75-0 (1997) Author: Delisi, Dianne | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Advisory Commission on Military Forces in Texas. House: State Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars Military & Veterans|MILITARY FORCES IN TEXAS, ADVISORY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2471 75-0 (1997) Author: Turner, Sylvester Relating to establishing a center for the study and prevention of juvenile crime and delinquency at Prairie View A&M University. House: Higher Education Left pending in committee Crimes--Juvenile|Education--Higher--General|Family--Juvenile Delinquency|JUVENILE CRIME & DEL., CENTER FOR THE STUDY & PREVENTION OF|Minors|PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2500 75-0 (1997) Author: Oliveira, Rene | et. al. Relating to state agency loan and loan guarantee programs, the creation, administration, and operation of the Texas Economic Development Agency to administer state agency loan and loan guarantee programs and to engage in capital formation initiatives to further the state's economic and agricultural development goals, and to the abolition of the Texas Department of Commerce and the Texas Agricultural Finance Authority. House: Economic Development Laid on the table subject to call AGRICULTURAL FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF|Economic & Industrial Development|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY, TEXAS|LEGISLATIVE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
HB 2509 75-0 (1997) Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a pilot program for the treatment of Alzheimer's patients. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective in 90 days -- 9/01/97 ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|Human Services--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2517 75-0 (1997) Author: Dunnam, Jim
Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to audits and annual performance reports of junior college districts. House: Higher Education
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/97 Education--Junior College Districts|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2574 75-0 (1997) Author: Hill, Fred Relating to the creation and operation of the Texas Affordable Housing Commission. House: Urban Affairs Left pending in committee AFFORDABLE HOUSING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Housing|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2590 75-0 (1997) Author: Chavez, Norma Relating to the creation of the Texas At-Risk Youth Task Force. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues AT-RISK YOUTH TASK FORCE, TEXAS|Family--Juvenile Delinquency|Minors|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2596 75-0 (1997) Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the Texas Information and Referral Network providing information on health and human services. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective in 90 days -- 9/01/97 Health--General|Human Services--General|INFORMATION & REFERRAL NETWORK, TEXAS|INFORMATION & REFERRAL SYSTEM TASK FORCE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2619 75-0 (1997) Author: Naishtat, Elliott Relating to the creation of the Advisory Board of Information Technology for the Blind and the accessibility of information technology by the blind. House: State Affairs No action taken in committee Disabilities, Persons with|INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FOR THE BLIND, ADVISORY BOARD|Science & Technology|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2691 75-0 (1997) Author: Merritt, Tommy Relating to a requirement that the Railroad Commission of Texas conduct a study of the East Texas Oil Field. House: Energy Resources Placed on General State Calendar EAST TEXAS OIL FIELD ADVISORY COMMITTEE|Interim Studies|Oil & Gas|RAILROAD COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2698 75-0 (1997) Author: Gallego, Pete Relating to judicial efficiency. House: Judicial Affairs Left pending in committee Courts--Administration|Courts--General|JUDICIAL COMMITTEE ON INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2699 75-0 (1997) Author: Gray, Patricia | et. al.
Sponsor: Brown, J.E.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Council on Sex Offender Treatment and to the administration of certain of those functions by the Texas Department of Health. House: Corrections
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/97 Crime Prevention|Crimes--Against Persons|HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF|SEX OFFENDER TREATMENT, COUNCIL ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills
HB 2719 75-0 (1997) Author: Maxey, Glen Relating to a study of the state tax structure and tax laws and the repeal of certain tax laws. House: Revenue & Public Education Funding, Select Referred to Revenue & Public Ed. Funding Interim Studies|SELECT COMMITTEE ON TAXATION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--State
HB 2721 75-0 (1997) Author: Hunter, Bob | et. al.
Sponsor: Bivins, Teel
Relating to the TexShare library consortium. House: State, Federal & International Relations
Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/97 Education--Higher--General|Libraries|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXSHARE LIBRARY CONSORTIUM ADVISORY BOARD
HB 2777 75-0 (1997) Author: Junell, Robert | et. al.
Sponsor: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to eligibility determination and service delivery of health and human services. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately Health--General|Human Services--General|INTEGRATED ENROLLMENT SERVICES LEG. OVERSIGHT COMT., TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2782 75-0 (1997) Author: Raymond, Richard Relating to the use of suitable state property for community gardens and farmers markets for the benefit of low-income and needy families. House: State Affairs Referred to subcommittee Agriculture|COMMUNITY NUTRITION TASK FORCE, TEXAS|Human Services--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 2872 75-0 (1997) Author: Bosse, Fred Relating to declaring a temporary moratorium on annexation and establishing a commission to study annexation procedures. House: Land & Resource Management Left pending in committee City Government--Annexation|Interim Studies|MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION, STUDY COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3067 75-0 (1997) Author: Ehrhardt, Harryette Relating to the operation of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs and the Texas Housing Corporation. House: Urban Affairs Left pending in committee Housing|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|HOUSING CORPORATION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3133 75-0 (1997) Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al. Relating to legislative oversight of an integrated delivery system for health and human services. House: Human Services Referred to Human Services Health--General|Human Services--General|INTEGRATED ENROLLMENT SYSTEM LEG. OVERSIGHT COMMITEE, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3211 75-0 (1997) Author: Raymond, Richard | et. al. Relating to development of a statewide consumer guide on child care. House: Human Services Left pending in committee Day Care|INTERAGENCY WORK GROUP|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3250 75-0 (1997) Author: Hartnett, Will
Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to dog and cat sterilization and the issuance of Animal Friendly license plates. House: Transportation
Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/97 ANIMAL FRIENDLY ACCOUNT|ANIMAL FRIENDLY ADVISORY COMMITTEE|Animals|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 3258 75-0 (1997) Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al. Relating to the implementation of the Medicaid managed care program. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services Human Services--Medical Assistance|MEDICAID|MEDICAID MANAGED CARE LEGISLATIVE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3265 75-0 (1997) Author: Craddick, Tom Relating to the regulation of surgical technologists and surgical first assistants; providing a penalty. House: Public Health Left pending in committee Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|SURGICAL FIRST ASSISTANTS|SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST & SURGICAL FIRST ASST. ADVISORY BOARD|SURGICAL TECHNOLOGISTS
HB 3281 75-0 (1997) Author: Goodman, Toby | et. al.
Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to local court processing for child support cases and to enforcement of child support orders; providing penalties. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective in 90 days -- 9/01/97 CHILD SUPPORT COLLECTION PRIVATIZATION COUNCIL|Family--Child Support|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3283 75-0 (1997) Author: Goodman, Toby Relating to the administration of the child support enforcement duties of the Office of Attorney General. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Left pending in committee ATTORNEY GENERAL|CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT BOARD|Family--Child Support|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3284 75-0 (1997) Author: Goodman, Toby Relating to the creation of the Texas Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations. House: State Affairs Referred to subcommittee Intergovernmental Relations|INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, TEXAS ADVISORY COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3299 75-0 (1997) Author: Wilson, Ron Relating to the creation, appointment, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming Commission and to the transfer to that commission of the powers and duties of the Texas Racing Commission and the Texas Lottery Commission. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Left pending in committee Amusements, Games, Sports|GAMING COMMISSION, TEXAS|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3342 75-0 (1997) Author: Delisi, Dianne Relating to creating the Texas Public Health Foundation and the Texas Public Health Foundation Commission. House: Public Health Left pending in committee Health--General|PUBLIC HEALTH FOUNDATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|PUBLIC HEALTH FOUNDATION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3352 75-0 (1997) Author: Place, Allen Relating to arbitration of certain claims against the Texas Department of Criminal Justice arising from the construction of certain state correctional facilities. House: Civil Practices Left pending in committee Civil Remedies & Liabilities|CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION CLAIMS COMMISSION|Corrections--Jails & Prisons|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3365 75-0 (1997) Author: Junell, Robert Relating to the consolidation of state telecommunications services into a nonprofit corporation. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES TELECOMMUNICATIONS CORP., TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Utilities--General
HB 3387 75-0 (1997) Author: Gallego, Pete Relating to the duties and operations of a watermaster's office, reimbursement of the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission for the compensation and necessary expenses of a watermaster's office, and creation of the watermaster fund. House: Natural Resources Laid on the table subject to call Environment--General|NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|WASTEMASTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE
HB 3447 75-0 (1997) Author: Kubiak, Dan Relating to the regulation of geologists, geophysicists, and soil scientists; providing an administrative and a criminal penalty. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Referred to Licensing & Admin. Procedures GEOLOGISTS|GEOLOGISTS, GEOPHYSICISTS & SOIL SCIENTISTS, BD. OF REGIS.|GEOPHYSICISTS|GEOSCIENTIST REGISTRATION ACT|Mines & Mineral Resources|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|SOIL SCIENTISTS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3604 75-0 (1997) Author: Oakley, Keith Relating to the abolition of the Texas Board of Private Investigators and Private Security Agencies and the transfer of the functions of that agency to the State Board of Security Agencies. House: Public Safety Committee report sent to Calendars Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PRIVATE INVESTIGATORS & PRIVATE SECURITY AGENCIES, BOARD OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE BOARD OF SECURITY AGENCIES
HCR 282 75-0 (1997) Author: Wilson, Ron Requesting the appointment of a Commission on Men. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs COMMISSION ON MEN|Resolutions--Legislative Policy|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 49 75-0 (1997) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the creation of a judicial compensation commission. House: Judicial Affairs Considered in Calendars Courts--Judges|JUDICIAL COMPENSATION COMMISSION|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Salaries & Expenses|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HJR 85 75-0 (1997) Author: Shields, John | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment to create the Texas Redistricting Commission and to revise the constitutional redistricting provisions. House: State Affairs Referred to subcommittee Legislature|Redistricting|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS REDISTRICTING COMMISSION
HJR 105 75-0 (1997) Author: Shields, John Proposing a constitutional amendment providing that the legislature may create a commission to recommend abolishing or reducing the size of state agencies and require future legislatures to accept or reject, but not amend, the commission's recommendations. House: State Affairs No action taken in committee Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
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 14 75-0 (1997) Author: Harris, Chris | et. al. Relating to long-term care for public employees. House: Pensions & Investments
Senate: State Affairs
No action taken in committee Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|PUBLIC EMPLOYEES LONG-TERM CARE BOARD|PUBLIC EMPLOYEES LONG-TERM CARE FUND|Retirement Systems--State Employees|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 30 75-0 (1997) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Sponsor: Maxey, Glen
Relating to fraud and improper payments under the state Medicaid program and other welfare programs and to the creation of a criminal offense; providing penalties. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/97 Crimes--Miscellaneous|Human Services--Direct Assistance|MEDICAID|MEDICAID & PUBLIC ASSISTANCE FRAUD OVERSIGHT TASK FORCE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 84 75-0 (1997) Author: Moncrief, Mike | et. al.
Sponsor: Junell, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the licensure and regulation of nursing facility administrators; providing penalties. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/97 HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Human Services--General|NURSING FACILITY ADMINISTRATORS ADVISORY COMMITTEE|NURSING FACILITY ADMINISTRATORS, TEXAS BOARD OF|Nursing Homes|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 154 75-0 (1997) Author: Madla, Frank Relating to the establishment of an advisory committee to the Texas Workforce Commission on apprenticeship and job-training issues. Senate: Economic Development Left pending in committee APPRENTICESHIP & TRAINING ADVISORY COMMITTEE|Labor--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 190 75-0 (1997) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of nursing homes and similar facilities; providing penalties. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/97 Human Services--Medical Assistance|LONG-TERM CARE LEGISLATIVE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE|Nursing Homes|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 211 75-0 (1997) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to the establishment and operation of the Texas child care fund and to the development of a statewide guide on child care. House: Economic Development
Senate: Finance
Vetoed by the Governor CHILD CARE FUND, TEXAS|Human Services--Child Services|Minors|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
SB 257 75-0 (1997) Author: Luna, Gregory | et. al.
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the regulation of the practice of naturopathic medicine; providing penalties. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE|NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIANS ADVISORY COMMITTEE|NATUROPATHY|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 259 75-0 (1997) Author: Moncrief, Mike
Sponsor: Brimer, Kim
Relating to the regulation of roofing contractors; providing penalties. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: State Affairs
Returned to committee Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|ROOFING CONTRACTORS|ROOFING CONTRACTORS ADVISORY BOARD|ROOFING CONTRACTORS LICENSING LAW|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 273 75-0 (1997) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Sponsor: Cuellar, Henry | et. al.
Relating to development of a statewide consumer guide for senior citizens and to coordination of state activities relating to aging; authorizing a study relating to long-term health care. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Vetoed by the Governor Aging|Consumer Protection|INTERAGENCY WORK GROUP|Interim Studies|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 281 75-0 (1997) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to development of a statewide consumer guide for senior citizens. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services Aging|Consumer Protection|INTERAGENCY WORK GROUP|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 291 75-0 (1997) Author: Patterson, Jerry
Sponsor: Haggerty, Pat
Relating to the regulation of orthotists and prosthetists; providing a civil penalty. House: Public Health
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/97 Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|ORTHOTICS|ORTHOTICS AND PROSTHETICS ACT|ORTHOTICS AND PROSTHETICS, TEXAS BOARD OF|ORTHOTISTS|PROSTHETICS|PROSTHETISTS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 294 75-0 (1997) Author: Sibley, David | et. al.
Sponsor: Maxey, Glen
Relating to a study project involving the use of computer networks in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: International Relations, Trade & Technology
Effective immediately COMPUTERS|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Interim Studies|Science & Technology|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 305 75-0 (1997) Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Berlanga, Hugo
Relating to the Interagency Council on Early Childhood Intervention. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/97 Disabilities, Persons with|EARLY CHILDHOOD INTERVENTION, INTERAGENCY COUNCIL ON|Minors|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 323 75-0 (1997) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Sponsor: Gray, Patricia
Relating to judicial training and continuing education for administrative law judges of the State Office of Administrative Hearings. House: Civil Practices
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/97 ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF|ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE EDUCATION COMMITTEE|Courts--Judges|Education--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 328 75-0 (1997) Author: Brown, J.E. | et. al.
Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the creation of the Judicial Compensation Commission. House: Judicial Affairs
Senate: Finance
Considered in Calendars Courts--Judges|JUDICIAL COMPENSATION COMMISSION|Salaries & Expenses|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 339 75-0 (1997) Author: West, Royce Relating to the establishment of the Texas child care fund and compensation of certain child care providers. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance CHILD CARE FUND, TEXAS|Human Services--Child Services|Minors|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
SB 359 75-0 (1997) Author: Brown, J.E.
Sponsor: Gray, Patricia | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and operation of the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services, the provision of services to children and families, and suits affecting the parent-child relationship; providing penalties. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/97 Family--Parent & Child|Minors|PROTECTIVE & REGULATORY SERVICES, DEPT. OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STRATGEGIC TECHNOLOGY STEERING COMMITTEE|Sunset Bills
SB 365 75-0 (1997) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Sponsor: Bosse, Fred
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Information Resources. House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/97 INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|Science & Technology|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills|TELECOMMUNICATIONS PLANNING GROUP
SB 368 75-0 (1997) Author: Brown, J.E. Relating to the continuation and functions of the Council on Sex Offender Treatment and to the administration of certain of those functions by the Texas Department of Health. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice Crime Prevention|Crimes--Against Persons|HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF|SEX OFFENDER TREATMENT, COUNCIL ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills
SB 370 75-0 (1997) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth | et. al.
Sponsor: Bosse, Fred | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Transportation, the abolition of the Texas Turnpike Authority, and the creation of regional tollway authorities; authorizing the issuance of bonds and the imposition of taxes; granting the power of eminent domain; and providing penalties. House: Transportation
Senate: International Relations, Trade & Technology
Effective on 9/1/97 BONDS|Highways|PORT AUTHORITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE|Property Interests--Eminent Domain|REGIONAL TOLLWAY AUTHORITY ACT|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control|Sunset Bills|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Transportation--Miscellaneous|TURNPIKE AUTHORITY
SB 371 75-0 (1997) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Sponsor: Telford, Barry
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection and the transfer of certain commission functions to the state fire marshal and the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/97 Fire Fighters & Police|FIRE MARSHAL|FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Safety|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills
SB 387 75-0 (1997) Author: Harris, Chris | et. al.
Sponsor: Smithee, John | et. al.
Relating to the use of a rating system and consumer report cards to compare certain health benefit plans. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development
Considered in Calendars Consumer Protection|Health Care Providers|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|Interim Studies|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 394 75-0 (1997) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the application process for state loan and loan guaranty programs. House: Financial Institutions
Senate: State Affairs
Effective in 90 days -- 9/01/97 Interim Studies|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
SB 416 75-0 (1997) Author: Harris, Chris Relating to the enforcement and collection of child support payments. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Senate: Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee CHILD SUPPORT COLLECTION PRIVATIZATION COUNCIL|Family--Child Support|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 434 75-0 (1997) Author: Harris, Chris
Sponsor: Berlanga, Hugo
Relating to the provision and coordination of certain mental health services provided in certain facilities. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/97 HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|INPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES COMMITTEE|Mental Health & Mental Retardation|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 486 75-0 (1997) Author: Brown, J.E.
Sponsor: Kubiak, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of geologists, geophysicists, and soil scientists; providing an administrative and a criminal penalty. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: State Affairs
Returned to committee GEOLOGISTS|GEOLOGISTS, GEOPHYSICISTS & SOIL SCIENTISTS, BD. OF REGIS.|GEOPHYSICISTS|GEOSCIENTIST REGISTRATION ACT|Mines & Mineral Resources|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|SOIL SCIENTISTS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 543 75-0 (1997) Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo Relating to the establishment of caseload standards for certain employees of the Texas Department of Human Services or the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services CASELOAD STANDARDS ADVISORY COMMITTEE|HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Human Services--General|PROTECTIVE & REGULATORY SERVICES, DEPT. OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 546 75-0 (1997) Author: Carona, John Relating to the licensing and regulation of public adjusters; providing criminal penalties. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PUBLIC ADJUSTERS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 586 75-0 (1997) Author: Moncrief, Mike
Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the creation of the Guardianship Advisory Board. House: Human Services
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/97 GUARDIANSHIP ADVISORY BOARD|GUARDIANSHIP NETWORK COUNCIL|Probate|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 617 75-0 (1997) Author: Moncrief, Mike
Sponsor: Maxey, Glen
Relating to the practice and conduct of registered nurses. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/97 COMPETENCY ADVISORY COMMITTEE|NURSE EXAMINERS, BOARD OF|NURSES|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 645 75-0 (1997) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Sponsor: Ramsay, Tom
Relating to state fiscal matters, including holidays, employee compensation and deductions, reports, consultants, and the comptroller's powers. House: State Affairs
Senate: Finance
Effective immediately COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|HUMAN RESOURCE TASK FORCE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Employees|State Finances--Management & Control
SB 671 75-0 (1997) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to the creation, powers, and duties of the Community Reinvestment work group. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Business & Commerce--General|COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT WORK GROUP|Economic & Industrial Development|Financial--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 741 75-0 (1997) Author: Nelson, Jane Relating to the consolidation of investigations of fraud in the provision of health and human services and other improvements in identifying and preventing fraud. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services Crimes--Miscellaneous|Health--General|Human Services--General|PUBLIC ASSISTANCE FRAUD OVERSIGHT TASK FORCE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 746 75-0 (1997) Author: Sibley, David Relating to property tax increment financing and property tax abatements. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Economic Development
Left pending in committee Economic & Industrial Development|PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 761 75-0 (1997) Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario Relating to the regulation of wall and ceiling contractors; providing penalties. Senate: State Affairs Committee report printed and distributed Business & Commerce--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|WALL & CEILING CONTRACTORS ADVISORY BOARD, TEXAS STATE|WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS
SB 801 75-0 (1997) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the consolidation of investigations of fraud in the provision of health and human services and other improvements in identifying and preventing fraud. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services Crimes--Miscellaneous|Health--General|Human Services--General|PUBLIC ASSISTANCE FRAUD OVERSIGHT TASK FORCE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 892 75-0 (1997) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to the formation of a commission to study issues relating to the consolidation of local governments. House: State Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to subcommittee City Government--General|County Government--General|GOV. CONSOLIDATION & OTHER RELATED ISSUES, CITIZENS COMMN ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 898 75-0 (1997) Author: Harris, Chris
Sponsor: Wolens, Steven
Relating to nonsubstantive additions to and corrections in enacted codes, including the nonsubstantive codification of various laws omitted from enacted codes, and to conforming codifications enacted by the 74th Legislature to other Acts of that legislature. House: State Affairs
Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/97 PROMOTING ADOPTION OF MINORITY CHILDREN, ADVISORY COMMITTEE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Statutory Revision
SB 932 75-0 (1997) Author: Sibley, David
Sponsor: Oliveira, Rene | et. al.
Relating to abolishing the Texas Department of Commerce and transferring its powers and duties to the newly created Texas Department of Economic Development and to certain other economic development programs in the state. House: Economic Development
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/97 COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF|Economic & Industrial Development|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Military & Veterans|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STRATEGIC ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PLANNING COMMISSION, TEXAS|STRATEGIC MILITARY PLANNING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Tourism
SB 937 75-0 (1997) Author: Harris, Chris | et. al.
Sponsor: Goodman, Toby
Relating to the creation of the Texas Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations. House: State Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor Intergovernmental Relations|INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, TEXAS ADVISORY COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 942 75-0 (1997) Author: Nelson, Jane Relating to creating a governor's committee to study cost control in state government. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance Governor|GOVERNOR'S PRIVATE SECTOR COMT. ON COST CONTROL IN ST. GOVT.|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control
SB 943 75-0 (1997) Author: Nelson, Jane Relating to the regulation of medical radiologic technologists and other persons who perform radiologic procedures. Senate: Health & Human Services Withdrawn from intent calendar MEDICAL RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 973 75-0 (1997) Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Sponsor: Hunter, Bob
Relating to the State Cemetery and the creation of the State Cemetery Committee. House: State, Federal & International Relations
Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/97 Cemeteries|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE CEMETERY|STATE CEMETERY COMMITTEE
SB 1041 75-0 (1997) Author: Truan, Carlos
Sponsor: Hunter, Bob | et. al.
Relating to the creation, powers, and duties of the International Trade Task Force and the promotion and development of international trade. House: State, Federal & International Relations
Senate: International Relations, Trade & Technology
Vetoed by the Governor Business & Commerce--Foreign Trade Zones|Economic & Industrial Development|INTERNATIONAL TRADE TASK FORCE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1049 75-0 (1997) Author: Truan, Carlos Relating to the creation, powers, and duties of the Community Environmental Equity Board and the creation of the community environmental equity fund. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENTAL EQUITY BOARD|COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENTAL EQUITY FUND|Environment--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1058 75-0 (1997) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to review of the termination of certain insurance agents; providing an administrative penalty. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Insurance--Insurers & Agents|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1073 75-0 (1997) Author: Nelson, Jane Relating to legislative review and gubernatorial suspension of certain rules of state agencies. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs AGENCY RULES REVIEW ADVISORY COMMITTEE|Legislature|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1097 75-0 (1997) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to the creation of the Texas Real Estate Inspector Licensing Board and the regulation of real estate inspectors; providing a criminal penalty. Senate: State Affairs Left pending in committee Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Property Interests--Real Property|REAL ESTATE INSPECTOR LICENSE ACT, TEXAS|REAL ESTATE INSPECTOR LICENSING BOARD, TEXAS|REAL ESTATE INSPECTORS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1112 75-0 (1997) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Sponsor: Raymond, Richard | et. al.
Relating to development of a statewide guide on child care. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars Day Care|INTERAGENCY WORK GROUP|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1129 75-0 (1997) Author: Madla, Frank | et. al. Relating to review of the termination of contracts with certain insurance agents; providing an administrative penalty. Senate: Economic Development Left pending in committee Insurance--Insurers & Agents|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1133 75-0 (1997) Author: Sibley, David Relating to the creation of an emergency telephone call box system for highway users in this state. Senate: State Affairs Committee report printed and distributed EMERGENCY TELEPHONE CALL BOX SYSTEM COMMITTEE|Highways|Safety|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Utilities--Telecommunications
SB 1136 75-0 (1997) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to prepare and implement a regional habitat conservation plan or habitat conservation plan or to enter into a conservation agreement. House: Land & Resource Management
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Land and Resource Management ENDANGERED SPECIES|Environment--General|Parks & Wildlife--General|Political Subdivisions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1185 75-0 (1997) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to establishing a center for the study and prevention of juvenile crime and delinquency at Prairie View A&M University. Senate: Education Co-author authorized Crimes--Juvenile|Education--Higher--General|Family--Juvenile Delinquency|JUVENILE CRIME & DEL., CENTER FOR THE STUDY & PREVENTION OF|Minors|PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1203 75-0 (1997) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Sponsor: Lewis, Ron
Relating to the recording of certain documents by electronic means and to the creation of an electronic recording advisory committee. House: County Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar ELECTRONIC RECORDING TASK FORCE|Open Records|Science & Technology|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1246 75-0 (1997) Author: Madla, Frank | et. al.
Sponsor: Berlanga, Hugo | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a statewide rural health care system. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/97 Health Care Providers|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATEWIDE RURAL HEALTH CARE SYSTEM ACT
SB 1265 75-0 (1997) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth Relating to the abolition of the Texas Department of Commerce, and the consolidation of economic development and tourism activities from the Texas Department of Commerce and other agencies into the Office of Economic Development and Tourism and a public-private effort called "Partnership Texas." Senate: Economic Development Left pending in committee COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF|Economic & Industrial Development|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM, OFFICE OF|PARTNERSHIP TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Tourism
SB 1271 75-0 (1997) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth Relating to the creation of the Human Resource Task Force and the streamlining of the organizational structures of state agencies. House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs HUMAN RESOURCE TASK FORCE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Employees
SB 1301 75-0 (1997) Author: Harris, Chris
Sponsor: Goolsby, Tony
Relating to parking, vehicle traffic, and security in the Capitol Complex. House: House Administration
Senate: Administration
Effective immediately PARKING|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TRANSPORTATION PLANNING COMMITTEE|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road
SB 1355 75-0 (1997) Author: Brown, J.E. | et. al.
Sponsor: Maxey, Glen
Relating to the regulation of certain retail sellers and retail establishments; providing penalties. House: State Affairs
Senate: Natural Resources
Vetoed by the Governor Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|FOOD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS RETAIL FOOD STORE REGULATION, INTERAGENCY TASK FORCE
SB 1406 75-0 (1997) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Sponsor: Gallego, Pete
Relating to the duties and operations of a watermaster's office, reimbursement of the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission for the compensation and necessary expenses of a watermaster's office, and creation of the watermaster fund. House: Natural Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/97 Environment--General|NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|WASTEMASTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE|WASTEMASTER FUND
SB 1433 75-0 (1997) Author: Nelson, Jane Relating to the consolidation of state telecommunications services into a nonprofit corporation. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES TELECOMMUNICATIONS CORP., TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Utilities--General
SB 1443 75-0 (1997) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to arbitration of certain claims against the Texas Department of Criminal Justice arising from the construction of certain state correctional facilities. Senate: Jurisprudence No action taken in committee Civil Remedies & Liabilities|CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION CLAIMS COMMISSION|Corrections--Jails & Prisons|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1489 75-0 (1997) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to adult literacy funding and coordination. Senate: Finance No action taken in subcommittee Education--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|State Finances--Management & Control|WORKFORCE & ECONOMIC COMPETITIVENESS, COUNCIL ON
SB 1518 75-0 (1997) Author: Truan, Carlos
Sponsor: Williams, Thomas | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas High Technology Partnership Center. House: Economic Development
Senate: International Relations, Trade & Technology
Placed on General State Calendar Education--Higher--General|HIGH TECHNOLOGY PARTNERSHIP CENTER|Science & Technology|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed