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Track 10,672 bills from the Texas 2017 legislative session. 500 bills have passed. View Texas House of Representatives and Senate legislation, sponsors, and voting records.
Bills (2000)
Relating to the eligibility of the children of certain first responders for free prekindergarten programs in public schools.
Sponsor: Dan Huberty
Relating to permitting credit unions and other financial institutions to award prizes by lot to promote savings.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Designating the city of Rockwall as the official Live Music Capital of North Texas for a 10-year period beginning in 2017.
Sponsor: Justin Holland
Relating to the renewal of a certificate of registration by certain interior designers.
Sponsor: Dade Phelan
Relating to repayment of certain mental health professional education loans.
Sponsor: Four Price
Relating to developmental coursework offered by public institutions of higher education under the Texas Success Initiative.
Sponsor: Helen Giddings
Relating to the time for returning ballots mailed by certain federal postcard applicants.
Sponsor: Rick Miller
Relating to the establishment of the commercial license buyback account managed by the Parks and Wildlife Department.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Relating to certification of the state's primary standards of weights and measures.
Sponsor: John Cyrier
Relating to the Texas Physician Assistant Board and the licensing and regulation of physician assistants.
Sponsor: Carlos Uresti
Relating to the sales and use tax exemption for certain amusement services.
Sponsor: Sarah Davis
Relating to the licensing and regulation of a journeyman industrial electrician.
Sponsor: John Kuempel
Relating to the issuance of childhood cancer awareness license plates.
Sponsor: Todd Hunter
Relating to the 1st Multicounty County Court at Law.
Sponsor: Stan Lambert
Relating to the jurisdiction of this state to tax tangible personal property that is used continually in this state.
Sponsor: Drew Darby
Relating to the requirement of a guardian to provide information regarding a ward's health and residence to certain relatives of the ward.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the licensing of towing operators and vehicle storage facility employees by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Sponsor: Craig Goldman
Relating to measures to address and deter certain criminal or other unlawful activity, including trafficking of persons, sexual offenses, prostitution, and activity that may constitute a public nuisance; increasing criminal penalties; creating a criminal offense.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Relating to liability of certain electric utilities that contract with political subdivisions for certain uses of land that the electric utility owns, occupies, or leases.
Sponsor: Rick Miller
Relating to the titling of motor vehicles; creating a criminal offense and authorizing fees.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Relating to the establishment of the emergency medical services assistance program.
Sponsor: J.D. Sheffield
Relating to civil suits brought by local governments or certain other persons for violations of certain laws under the jurisdiction of, or rules adopted or orders or permits issued by, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Sponsor: Charlie Geren
Relating to studies by the Texas Water Development Board of water needs and availability in this state.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to the regulation of certain educational institutions by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board; providing administrative penalties.
Sponsor: Royce West
Designating Spurger as the Knife Capital of Texas for a 10-year period beginning in 2017.
Sponsor: James White
Relating to the powers and duties of the Denton County Municipal Utility Districts Nos. 4 and 5; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Pat Fallon
Relating to the 32nd Judicial District Juvenile Board.
Sponsor: Stan Lambert
Congratulating artist Colin Kimball of McKinney on his receipt of a Distinguished Citizen Medal from the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Sponsor: Scott Sanford
Relating to designating March 21 as BRAVE Day.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Relating to the regulation of motor vehicle towing, booting, and storage and to the elimination of required state licensing for vehicle booting companies and operators; creating a criminal offense.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of, and the deferral or abatement of ad valorem taxes on, certain residence homesteads.
Sponsor: Cecil Bell
Relating to the requirement that certain elected school district boards make audio and video recordings of certain work sessions and special called meetings available on the Internet.
Sponsor: Mike Schofield
Relating to the use of certain lighting equipment on security patrol vehicles.
Sponsor: Tom Oliverson
Relating to the production of public information under the public information law.
Sponsor: Trent Ashby
Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain counties.
Sponsor: Trent Ashby
Relating to designating July 26 as Waxahachie Chautauqua Day.
Sponsor: John Wray
Relating to the administrative judicial regions in this state.
Sponsor: Brian Birdwell
Relating to the continuation of the women's health advisory committee.
Sponsor: Borris Miles
Relating to the occurrence on certain premises of certain activities that may constitute a common nuisance.
Sponsor: Ana Hernandez
Relating to consideration under the public school accountability system of performance on assessment instruments by certain students formerly receiving special education services and to the placement and use of video cameras in certain self-contained classrooms or other settings providing special education services.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Relating to creating a pilot program to provide summer internships for foster youth.
Sponsor: Ina Minjarez
Relating to acceptance of donations and bequests by a commissioners court.
Sponsor: Todd Hunter
Relating to the designation of certain rest areas on Interstate Highway 27 in Hale County as the Nelda Laney Safety Rest Areas.
Sponsor: John Smithee
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 312.
Sponsor: Robert Nichols
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1566.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to the licensing and regulation of behavior analysts and assistant behavior analysts; requiring an occupational license; imposing fees.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to the supervision of pharmacist-interns, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy technician trainees by a pharmacist and the provision of pharmacy services through a telepharmacy system; establishing a remote dispensing site license.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to information included in the curriculum of each driver education course and driving safety course.
Sponsor: Linda Koop
Relating to application requirements for certain probate proceedings.
Sponsor: Andrew Murr
Relating to establishing and funding a grant program for testing evidence collected in relation to sexual assaults or other sex offenses; authorizing voluntary contributions.
Sponsor: Victoria Neave Criado
Relating to the definition of the least restrictive environment for the placement of children in foster care.
Sponsor: Four Price
Relating to the administration of certain water districts.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to certain powers and duties of the board of trustees of an independent school district and the governing body of an open-enrollment charter school and to abolishing certain county boards of education, boards of county school trustees, and offices of county school superintendent.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to the authority of certain county and district clerks to obtain and retain information that identifies a person filing a document or requesting services.
Sponsor: Gary Elkins
Relating to the investment authority of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
Sponsor: Joan Huffman
Relating to certain benefits and protections for military service members.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Relating to a study to evaluate by region training and employment opportunities in this state for individuals with an intellectual disability.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Relating to transferring the Office for the Prevention of Developmental Disabilities to The University of Texas at Austin and renaming the office the Office for Healthy Children.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to regulating the custody transfer of an adopted child; creating a criminal offense.
Sponsor: Tan Parker
Relating to auditing and verification of information under certain health and human services programs, including the collection of certain payments following an investigation.
Sponsor: Dawn Buckingham
Relating to the conversion of the Hays Caldwell Public Utility Agency to the Alliance Regional Water Authority; providing authority to issue bonds; granting the power of eminent domain; providing authority to impose fees.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to notice to applicants to and enrollees in certain educational programs regarding the consequences of a criminal conviction on eligibility for an occupational license.
Sponsor: Helen Giddings
Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain local laws concerning water and wastewater special districts, including conforming amendments.
Sponsor: Lyle Larson
Relating to authorized investments of public funds.
Sponsor: Phil Stephenson
Relating to the eligibility of certain municipalities to establish homestead preservation districts and reinvestment zones.
Sponsor: Eddie Rodriguez
Relating to vehicle registration.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Relating to jurisdiction of the county courts in certain counties.
Sponsor: James Frank
Relating to the development of brackish groundwater.
Sponsor: Lyle Larson
Relating to the Paris Junior College District.
Sponsor: Gary Vandeaver
Relating to the disposal of certain motor vehicles to a motor vehicle demolisher.
Sponsor: Armando Martinez
Relating to creating an abbreviated certification program and probationary and standard certificates for trade and industrial workforce training.
Sponsor: Barbara Gervin-Hawkins
Relating to verification of alcohol content for prior approval of malt beverages.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Relating to food managers in food establishments in certain counties.
Sponsor: Borris Miles
Relating to the assessment of litigation costs and attorney fees in certain lawsuits under the public information law.
Sponsor: John Smithee
Relating to the administration and operation of certain trusts created to provide for the general care and maintenance of perpetual care cemeteries.
Sponsor: Gary Elkins
Relating to the office of the state long-term care ombudsman; affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense.
Sponsor: Stephanie Klick
Relating to the distribution of the consolidated court cost.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to the dissolution of a levee improvement district by a commissioners court.
Sponsor: Lance Gooden
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1839.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. 3808.
Sponsor: Travis Clardy
Relating to eligibility requirements for registration as an interior designer.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to the delivery of certain Medicaid services to certain persons.
Sponsor: Stephanie Klick
Relating to the carrying of weapons, including the application of certain weapons and handgun license laws to certain persons, the carrying of handguns by license holders on the property of a state hospital, and the liability for certain actions of volunteer emergency services personnel licensed to carry a handgun; providing a civil penalty.
Sponsor: Ken King
Relating to the administration of and eligibility for participation in a veterans treatment court program and the issuance of orders of nondisclosure for certain participants who successfully complete that program.
Sponsor: James White
Relating to the licensing and regulation of providers of driver and traffic safety education.
Sponsor: Ramon Romero
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 2442.
Sponsor: Ken King
Relating to creating an early childhood certification to teach students in prekindergarten through grade three.
Sponsor: Dan Huberty
Relating to combined municipal sales tax ballot propositions.
Sponsor: Tony Dale
Relating to properly recorded diacritical marks in vital statistics records, driver's licenses, commercial driver's licenses, and personal identification certificates.
Sponsor: Terry Canales
Relating to permitting a school district that has failed to satisfy performance standards to partner with an institution of higher education to improve district performance.
Sponsor: J.M. Lozano
Relating to contract requirements for prescription drug benefits provided by Medicaid managed care organizations.
Sponsor: Richard Raymond
Relating to the public school accountability system.
Sponsor: Helen Giddings
Relating to decedents' estates and certain posthumous gifts.
Sponsor: John Wray
Relating to the powers and duties of the Kaufman County Fresh Water Supply District No. 1-A; providing authority to issue bonds and levy assessments.
Sponsor: Lance Gooden
Relating to certain rental-purchase agreements.
Sponsor: Ron Simmons
Relating to the Texas Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Compact waste disposal facility; reducing a surcharge; eliminating a fee.
Sponsor: Brooks Landgraf
Relating to suspension of the activities of the Texas Grain Producer Indemnity Board.
Sponsor: Larry Phillips
Relating to the entitlement to expunction for certain persons who are arrested solely as a result of inaccurate identifying information.
Sponsor: James White
Relating to nonlawyer representation in an appeal of an eviction suit.
Sponsor: Craig Goldman
Relating to including the obligations of Federal Home Loan Banks as authorized investments for a governmental entity and the requirements for certificates of deposit or share certificates held as authorized investments for a governmental entity.
Sponsor: Phil Stephenson
Designating Stamford as the Western Art Show Capital of Texas for a 10-year period beginning in 2017.
Sponsor: Stan Lambert
Designating July as Train Safety Awareness Month for a 10-year period beginning in 2017.
Sponsor: Charles Anderson
Relating to the criminal punishment for the threatened exhibition or use of a firearm in or on school property or on a school bus.
Sponsor: Harold Dutton
Expressing support for prioritizing a substantial increase in funding for graduate medical education before authorizing the creation and support of additional medical schools.
Sponsor: J.M. Lozano
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 3574.
Sponsor: Nicole Collier
Relating to franchises granted by navigation districts.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Relating to designating April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Sponsor: Terry Canales
Relating to recovery of damages, attorney's fees, and costs related to frivolous regulatory actions by state agencies.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to the veterans county service office.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to the right of certain appellants to supersede a judgment or order on appeal.
Sponsor: John Smithee
Relating to the issuance of certain specialty license plates, specially marked driver's licenses, and specially marked personal identification certificates.
Sponsor: Tom Oliverson
Relating to charitable raffles conducted by the charitable foundations of certain professional sports teams.
Sponsor: John Kuempel
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain occupations and activities.
Sponsor: Kelly Hancock
Relating to health benefit plan coverage of hearing aids and cochlear implants for certain individuals.
Sponsor: Rodney Anderson
Relating to the imposition of hotel occupancy taxes by and the collection and use of certain tax revenue in certain municipalities and counties, including the authority of certain municipalities to pledge certain tax revenue for the payment of obligations related to hotel and hotel and convention center projects; authorizing the imposition of a tax.
Sponsor: Lynn Stucky
Relating to the sale by certain alcoholic beverage permit holders of alcoholic beverages at auction.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Relating to the state flag code.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the powers and duties of the Big Sky Municipal Utility District of Denton County and the Smiley Road Water Control and Improvement District; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
Sponsor: Lynn Stucky
Relating to filing fees imposed in civil cases in Hidalgo County and Cameron County.
Sponsor: Armando Martinez
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 552; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Dwayne Bohac
Relating to erecting or maintaining certain outdoor signs regulated by the Texas Department of Transportation.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Recognizing the Stop the Bleed campaign.
Sponsor: Trent Ashby
Relating to procedures for taking possession of a child and for certain hearings in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to contributions to, benefits from, late fees imposed by, and the administration of systems and programs administered by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
Sponsor: Joan Huffman
Relating to the Sienna Plantation Levee Improvement District of Fort Bend County, Texas.
Sponsor: Ron Reynolds
Relating to the authority to conduct a runoff primary election by mail in certain counties.
Sponsor: Celia Israel
Relating to investigations of child abuse, neglect, or exploitation and to child protective services functions of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Sponsor: Ana Hernandez
Relating to vacancies on the governing body of a Type A general-law municipality.
Sponsor: Larry Phillips
Relating to displaying certain informational materials and videos in driver's license offices.
Sponsor: Scott Cosper
Relating to the access of criminal history record information by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Sponsor: Stephanie Klick
Relating to health benefit coverage for prescription drug synchronization.
Sponsor: John Frullo
Relating to the allocation of low income housing tax credits.
Sponsor: Nicole Collier
Relating to the issuance of certain search warrants.
Sponsor: Wayne Faircloth
Relating to the acceptance of certain high school courses to satisfy part of the training required to obtain a peace officer license.
Sponsor: Travis Clardy
Relating to the authority of a defense base development authority to participate in a company or partnership organized to finance redevelopment projects.
Sponsor: Philip Cortez
Relating to housing authorities established by municipalities and counties.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Relating to the composition of the aviation advisory committee.
Sponsor: Robert Nichols
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 22.
Sponsor: Dan Huberty
Relating to the definition of road machinery for purposes of certain provisions governing vehicle equipment.
Sponsor: John Wray
Relating to notice for hearings and trial settings in criminal cases.
Sponsor: Charlie Geren
Relating to the extension and modification of a public school district depository contract.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for certain veterans.
Sponsor: Stan Lambert
Relating to conditions of community supervision for defendants convicted of certain criminal offenses involving animals; authorizing fees.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to the regulation of motor fuel quality and motor fuel metering devices; authorizing fees.
Sponsor: Drew Darby
Urging Congress to direct the Department of Defense to relocate the United States Africa Command to Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base in Houston.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Relating to the required repeal of a state agency rule and a government growth impact statement before adoption of a new state agency rule.
Sponsor: Kevin Roberts
Commending Elizabeth J. Nelson on her service as mayor of Marlin.
Sponsor: Kyle Kacal
Relating to the suspension, revocation, or cancellation of a driver's license or personal identification certificate and to certain conduct constituting contempt of court that may result in the suspension or denial of a driver's license.
Sponsor: John Wray
Relating to a report regarding certain health and safety information prepared by the Texas Education Agency.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Relating to requirements for the court in permanency hearings for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services who are receiving transitional living services.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the imposition of additional fees for filing civil cases in Willacy County and Starr County.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Relating to the authority of the asset management division of the General Land Office to sell real property to a federally recognized Indian tribe.
Sponsor: Cesar Blanco
Relating to the designation of January 9 as Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.
Sponsor: Cecil Bell
Relating to the public sale of real property under a power of sale in a security instrument.
Sponsor: Jason Villalba
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4102.
Sponsor: Victoria Neave Criado
Relating to notice requirements for certain special districts that hold board meetings outside the district.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to the implementation of student financial assistance programs for veterans and their families.
Sponsor: John Raney
Relating to the student loan default prevention and financial aid literacy pilot program.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to durable powers of attorney.
Sponsor: John Wray
Relating to acreage contracts and quantity contracts for the purchase of agricultural products.
Sponsor: Dustin Burrows
Relating to sending notice of proposed contracts for highway projects by e-mail.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Urging Congress to pass a budget.
Sponsor: Ernest Bailes
Relating to the allocation of housing tax credits to developments within proximate geographical areas.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Relating to the powers and compensation of criminal law magistrates in Tarrant County.
Sponsor: Giovanni Capriglione
Relating to the new instructional facility allotment under the foundation school program.
Sponsor: Diana Arevalo
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 4; providing authority to impose an assessment.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Relating to the collection of certain judgments through court proceeding.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Relating to the imposition of a criminal penalty for the violation of a rule adopted or order issued under the Flood Control and Insurance Act in certain counties.
Sponsor: Tom Oliverson
Relating to air conditioning and refrigeration contracting and the education and certification of air conditioning and refrigeration technicians.
Sponsor: John Frullo
Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of the Texas Racing Act, including conforming amendments.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to a revocable deed that transfers real property at the transferor's death.
Sponsor: Joan Huffman
Relating to peer specialists, peer services, and the provision of those services under the medical assistance program.
Sponsor: Four Price
Relating to general officers within the Texas Military Department.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Relating to the confidentiality of certain home address information in ad valorem tax appraisal records.
Sponsor: Justin Holland
Relating to the operation of an unmanned aircraft over certain facilities or sports venues; creating a criminal offense.
Sponsor: Jim Murphy
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house of representatives to make corrections in H.B. No. 3287.
Sponsor: Craig Goldman
Relating to the procedure for obtaining a right to use state water if the applicant proposes an alternative source of water that is not state water.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by a charitable organization and used to provide tax return preparation and other financial services without regard to the beneficiaries' ability to pay.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Relating to the composition of the board of directors of the State Bar of Texas.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Relating to the administrative, civil, and criminal consequences, including fines, fees, and costs, imposed on persons arrested for, charged with, or convicted of certain criminal offenses.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to civil liability of a person who produces, distributes, sells, or provides or aids in the production, distribution, sale, or provision of certain synthetic substances to another person for damages caused by the other person and to certain actions and investigations under the Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act.
Sponsor: Morgan Meyer
Relating to the fee collected for an on-site wastewater treatment permit application.
Sponsor: Dade Phelan
Relating to an annual report on employment positions provided through the Texas college work-study program.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to criminal background checks for persons employed by certain public school contractors.
Sponsor: Dwayne Bohac
Relating to certain alternative education programs designed to address workforce development needs for at-risk students.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to a notification requirement if a public school, including an open-enrollment charter school, does not have a nurse, school counselor, or librarian assigned to the school during all instructional hours.
Sponsor: Sylvia Garcia
Relating to certain applications to obtain a license to carry a handgun and to the associated handgun proficiency course.
Sponsor: Justin Holland
Relating to the administrative, civil, and criminal consequences, including fines, fees, and costs, imposed on persons arrested for, charged with, or convicted of certain criminal offenses and to the creation of a commission to review certain penal laws of this state; increasing a criminal penalty.
Sponsor: Terry Canales
Relating to protection of the rights of conscience for child welfare services providers.
Sponsor: James Frank
Relating to insurance requirements for certain nonemergency medical transportation.
Sponsor: Larry Phillips
Relating to certain pretrial procedures in criminal cases.
Sponsor: Joseph Moody
Relating to the appointment of the commissioners of the health and human services agencies by the governor.
Sponsor: Brian Birdwell
Relating to the dissolution of the Central Colorado River Authority.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 5; providing authority to impose an assessment.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Designating Dripping Springs as the official Wedding Capital of Texas for a 10-year period beginning in 2017.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Relating to the regulation of the retention, storage, transportation, disposal, processing, and reuse of used or scrap tires; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Relating to the appointment of foster parents and other qualified persons to serve as educational decision-makers for certain children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Relating to election officers and practices; increasing a criminal penalty; creating a criminal offense.
Sponsor: Wayne Faircloth
Relating to dyslexia screening and testing in public schools, the employment of dyslexia specialists by regional education service centers, the development of a list of training opportunities for educators regarding dyslexia, and transition planning for students enrolled in a special education program.
Sponsor: Rick Miller
Relating to authorization for certain health care facilities to secure residents with wheelchair self-release seat belts.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Relating to a parent's right to view the body of a deceased child before an autopsy is performed.
Sponsor: Lyle Larson
Relating to confidential communications of victims of certain family violence offenses.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Relating to prohibiting the temporary closure of segments of the state highway system on days that certain scheduled events are being held in certain municipalities.
Sponsor: Jane Nelson
Relating to the maximum amount of a documentary fee charged by a retail seller of motor vehicles.
Sponsor: Justin Holland
Relating to the promotion of tourism related to the musical heritage of this state.
Sponsor: Todd Hunter
Relating to open, uncovered, abandoned, or deteriorated wells.
Sponsor: Tracy King
Relating to requirements for educator preparation program support for certain candidates for certification.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the eligibility of a criminal defendant for an order of nondisclosure of criminal history record information.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Relating to persons required to establish nursing peer review committees.
Sponsor: Stephanie Klick
Relating to extensions of an expired permit for the transfer of groundwater from a groundwater conservation district.
Sponsor: Lyle Larson
Relating to the authority of counties to advertise on personal property owned or leased by the county.
Sponsor: Ron Reynolds
Relating to the designation of a portion of Farm-to-Market Road 649 as the State Trooper David Lee Nevarez Memorial Highway.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Relating to removal of deceased voters from voter rolls.
Sponsor: Jay Dean
Relating to the election of junior college district trustees.
Sponsor: Justin Rodriguez
Relating to open-source instructional material for public schools.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Relating to the exchange of certain information between the Department of Family and Protective Services or certain foster care services contractors and a state or local juvenile justice agency.
Sponsor: James White
Relating to the creation of the Prairie Ridge Municipal Management District No. 1 and to the correction of defined terms in the law governing the Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 1 and the law governing the Joshua Farms Municipal Management District No. 2; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
Sponsor: Dewayne Burns
Relating to maternal mortality reporting and investigation information.
Sponsor: Borris Miles
Relating to the services that require a structural pest control license; changing the applicability of an occupational license.
Sponsor: Tracy King
Relating to an election to reduce or increase the sales and use tax rate imposed by a municipality for the benefit of a Type B development corporation.
Sponsor: Tony Dale
Relating to the powers and duties of the Kaufman County Fresh Water Supply District No. 1-D; providing authority to issue bonds and levy assessments.
Sponsor: Lance Gooden
Relating to the administration of the Texas certified self-insurer guaranty trust fund.
Sponsor: Hugh Shine
Relating to the eligibility requirements for employment as an ombudsman of the Office of Injured Employee Counsel under the Texas Workers' Compensation Act.
Sponsor: Rene Oliveira
Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offense of the possession, manufacture, transport, repair, or sale of certain prohibited explosive weapons.
Sponsor: Carol Alvarado
Relating to forest pest control.
Sponsor: Ernest Bailes
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 2271.
Sponsor: John Wray
Relating to eligibility and contributions for coverage under the state employee group benefits program and health benefit plans offered by certain university systems.
Sponsor: Dan Flynn
Relating to the Gulf Coast Waste Disposal Authority.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Relating to the creation of the Denton County Municipal Utility District No. 9; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Lynn Stucky
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 2; providing authority to impose an assessment.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the first aircraft landing at Mineola-Wisener Field Airport in Wood County.
Sponsor: Cole Hefner
Relating to the confidentiality of certain information related to a computer security incident.
Sponsor: Gary Elkins
Relating to the continuation of medical assistance for certain individuals.
Sponsor: Stephanie Klick
Relating to the appointment of a bailiff by district courts and county courts at law in Bowie County.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to the reporting of attempted child abductions.
Sponsor: John Frullo
Relating to availability of personal information of certain current and former prosecutors.
Sponsor: Harold Dutton
Relating to the creation of the Lago Bello Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Harris County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Harold Dutton
Relating to deferred presentment transactions made to military borrowers.
Sponsor: Scott Cosper
Relating to the authority of a county assistance district to impose a sales and use tax.
Sponsor: Ron Reynolds
Relating to the regulation of game rooms in certain counties.
Sponsor: Brooks Landgraf
Relating to the definitions of highway maintenance and service vehicles for purposes of certain provisions governing vehicle equipment.
Sponsor: Geanie Morrison
Relating to eligibility for support from the universal service fund.
Sponsor: Kel Seliger
Relating to domestic surplus lines insurers; authorizing and imposing a tax.
Sponsor: John Frullo
Relating to applications for the complete restoration of a ward's capacity or modification of a guardianship.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the expunction of arrest records and files for certain persons and to the return of certain fees to a person whose criminal record has been expunged; authorizing a fee.
Sponsor: Nicole Collier
Relating to the regulation of certain long-term care facilities, including facilities that provide care to persons with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders; authorizing an administrative penalty.
Sponsor: Yvonne Davis
Relating to the procedure for the entering of a plea or a stipulation of evidence by a child subject to a determinate sentence.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Relating to the regulation of dangerous dogs and dogs that attack persons in certain municipalities.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to interactions between law enforcement and individuals detained or arrested on suspicion of the commission of criminal offenses, to the confinement, conviction, or release of those individuals, and to grants supporting populations that are more likely to interact frequently with law enforcement.
Sponsor: John Whitmire
Relating to coverage for certain breast cancer screening procedures under certain health benefit plans.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Relating to a recording of certain proceedings of the Texas Supreme Court and Court of Criminal Appeals and the publication of the recordings.
Sponsor: Terry Canales
Relating to maintenance of certification by a physician or an applicant for a license to practice medicine in this state.
Sponsor: Dawn Buckingham
Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for persons who served in the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment.
Sponsor: Dennis Bonnen
Relating to the creation of a task force to identify opportunities for academic credit and industry recognition for inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Sponsor: James White
Relating to municipal fees charged to public school districts for water and sewer service.
Sponsor: Poncho Nevarez
Relating to the abolition of the fee established by the commissioner of the General Land Office for processing applications for terminal facility discharge prevention and response certificates.
Sponsor: J.M. Lozano
Relating to the release of certain defendants pending a motion for new trial or an appeal from a misdemeanor conviction.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Relating to the service plan for the annexation by certain municipalities of territory included in an emergency services district.
Sponsor: Jose Menendez
Relating to a study of the use of a patient-reported outcomes registry in conjunction with health coverage for certain governmental employees.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the establishment of the Work Group on Mental Health Access for First Responders.
Sponsor: Cecil Bell
Relating to the authority of a person to sell property without engaging in business as a motor vehicle dealer.
Sponsor: Craig Goldman
Relating to the licensing and regulation of a journeyman lineman.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Congratulating Gregory D. Watson on having the overall course grade for his 1982 University of Texas American government class elevated from a C to an A after a wait of 35 years.
Sponsor: Stephanie Klick
Relating to certain mental health screenings under the Texas Health Steps program.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Relating to the installation of unsafe motor vehicle tires; creating a criminal offense.
Sponsor: Dade Phelan
Relating to the attendance by a quorum of a governmental body at certain candidate events under the open meetings law.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to the content of an application for Medicaid and coverage for certain services related to maternal depression under the Medicaid and child health plan programs.
Sponsor: Sarah Davis
Relating to state banks, state bank holding companies, and branches of foreign banks.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to privacy of certain structured settlement information.
Sponsor: Tracy King
Relating to a study on the availability of information regarding convictions and deferred dispositions for certain misdemeanors punishable by fine only.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the creation of the New Fairview Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Phil King
Relating to the issuance of specialty plates to honor recipients of the Distinguished Flying Cross medal with Valor.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Improvement District No. 24; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Sarah Davis
Relating to the operation of metropolitan rapid transit authorities.
Sponsor: Celia Israel
Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain counties.
Sponsor: Larry Phillips
Relating to the minutes of operation required for public school districts, charter schools, and other education programs and to calculating the average daily attendance for certain education programs.
Sponsor: Ken King
Commemorating the 40th annual Great Texas Balloon Race in Gregg County.
Sponsor: Jay Dean
Relating to the designation of a portion of Interstate Highway 35W in Johnson County as the Deputy Clifton Taylor Memorial Highway.
Sponsor: Brian Birdwell
Relating to notice provided to vehicle owners and lienholders by operators of vehicle storage facilities.
Sponsor: Joe Pickett
Relating to the establishment of an advisory committee for the TexNet seismic monitoring program.
Sponsor: Drew Darby
Relating to the administration and enforcement of produce safety standards by the Department of Agriculture; authorizing an administrative penalty.
Sponsor: Tracy King
Relating to establishing a veterans services coordinator for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and a veterans reentry dorm program for certain state jail defendants confined by the department.
Sponsor: Cesar Blanco
Relating to the engagement strategies included in a school district's family engagement plan.
Sponsor: Dwayne Bohac
Relating to certain requirements imposed on a sex offender who enters the premises of a school and to the refusal of entry to or ejection from school district property.
Sponsor: Jose Menendez
Relating to the development of certain local government transportation infrastructure projects; authorizing the issuance of bonds.
Sponsor: Rick Miller
Relating to certain authorized investments for domestic life, health, and accident insurers.
Sponsor: Wayne Faircloth
Relating to the type of newspaper required for notice by publication in certain counties.
Sponsor: Larry Phillips
Relating to the concurrent jurisdiction of certain municipal courts in certain criminal cases punishable by fine only.
Sponsor: Cindy Burkett
Relating to the investigation of fraud, waste, and abuse in certain public benefits programs by the office of inspector general for the Health and Human Services Commission.
Sponsor: Sarah Davis
Relating to waiver of immunity in certain employment discrimination actions in connection with a workers' compensation claim.
Sponsor: Joseph Moody
Relating to the creation and funding of the Texas Forensic Science Commission operating account.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Relating to child sexual abuse prevention training for public school students.
Sponsor: Tan Parker
Relating to the issuance of identification documentation for foster care youth.
Sponsor: James White
Relating to a writ of mandamus by a court of appeals against an associate judge in certain cases.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Relating to the electronic recording and admissibility of certain custodial interrogations.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to the use by certain tax-exempt organizations of certain payments made in connection with real property transfers to provide educational activities through certain schools.
Sponsor: Tan Parker
Requesting the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house of representatives to create a joint interim committee to examine all state open-government laws.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Relating to the establishment of a state plan for Streptococcus pneumoniae education and prevention.
Sponsor: Philip Cortez
Honoring Captain Carl H. Isett on the event of his retirement from the United States Navy Reserve.
Sponsor: John Frullo
Relating to hearings and protests before appraisal review boards involving ad valorem tax determinations.
Sponsor: Dawn Buckingham
Relating to information about services for women veterans provided through certain state agency applications.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to psychological counseling for certain grand jurors.
Sponsor: Joan Huffman
Relating to the capture, use, or recording of certain items for commercial purposes, including the prosecution of criminal offenses regarding unauthorized recordings.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to directing payment, after approval, of certain miscellaneous claims and judgments against the state out of funds designated by this Act; making appropriations.
Sponsor: Oscar Longoria
Relating to indemnification and duties of engineers and architects under certain governmental contracts.
Sponsor: Dade Phelan
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Institute for Coastal Prairie Research and Education at the University of Houston.
Sponsor: Ed Thompson
Relating to an application for a new or amended water right submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Sponsor: James Frank
Relating to the creation of a joint interim committee to study issues related to construction contracts.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 1500.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to the prosecution and punishment of certain trafficking and sexual offenses; creating a criminal offense.
Sponsor: Morgan Meyer
Relating to the provision of accounting statements by mortgage servicers for certain loans secured by a lien on residential real property.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Relating to eligible voters in a confirmation election for a conservation and reclamation district.
Sponsor: William Metcalf
Relating to an application for the amendment of a certificate of public convenience and necessity in an area within the boundaries of a political subdivision.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to temporary certification of an educator from outside the state who is the spouse of an active duty military service member.
Sponsor: Ina Minjarez
Relating to the county budget for certain court personnel.
Sponsor: Garnet Coleman
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1450.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Relating to the adoption of common admission application forms for institutions of higher education.
Sponsor: Dawn Buckingham
Relating to the use of school district buildings as polling place locations.
Sponsor: Morgan Meyer
Relating to the disclosure to public schools of certain records of students placed in residential facilities.
Sponsor: Trent Ashby
Relating to the licensing and regulation of health-related occupations transferred to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Sponsor: John Kuempel
Relating to the state and regional water planning process and the funding of projects included in the state water plan.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to certain protective orders and agreements involving families.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Relating to the composition of the board of directors of a stormwater control and recapture planning authority in certain counties.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Relating to the Jeff Davis County Underground Water Conservation District; authorizing a fee.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Relating to the operation and administration of and practice in courts in the judicial branch of state government; increasing a fee.
Sponsor: Joan Huffman
Relating to requiring school districts and open-enrollment charter schools to report certain information regarding expanded learning opportunities.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to a franchise tax exemption for certain cooperatives with a member that has farmer-fruit grower members.
Sponsor: Jim Murphy
Relating to the board of directors of the Old Celina Municipal Management District No. 1.
Sponsor: Scott Sanford
Relating to the disposal of pesticides.
Sponsor: Phil Stephenson
Relating to administrative completeness requirements for permit and permit amendment applications for groundwater conservation districts.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to the insurance reporting program operated by the Title IV-D agency to enforce certain child support obligations.
Sponsor: Richard Raymond
Relating to a withdrawal of a candidate.
Sponsor: Dade Phelan
Relating to the provision of services by the Department of Family and Protective Services, including child protective services and prevention and early intervention services.
Sponsor: Cindy Burkett
Relating to the use of a broker for the sale or lease of real property by the Dallas County Hospital District.
Sponsor: Rafael Anchia
Relating to investment training for officers of public housing authorities.
Sponsor: Gary Vandeaver
Relating to liability of certain electric utilities that allow certain uses of land that the electric utility owns, occupies, or leases.
Sponsor: Phil Stephenson
Relating to a tree planting credit to offset tree mitigation fees imposed by a municipality.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to operation of public schools on Memorial Day.
Sponsor: Armando Martinez
Relating to the sanitation and safety requirements for certain artificial bodies of water maintained for public recreational purposes.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Relating to requiring state agencies to develop written succession plans.
Sponsor: Four Price
Relating to changing statutory references to hearing officer and hearings officer to administrative law judge under the workers' compensation system.
Sponsor: Ramon Romero
Relating to the multiuse training and operations center facility.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to the transfer of certain functions related to emergency services districts from the Department of Agriculture to the Texas Division of Emergency Management.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Relating to the terms of district courts in Harris County.
Sponsor: Shawn Thierry
Relating to the meeting of a governmental body held by videoconference call.
Sponsor: Tony Dale
Relating to calculation of average daily attendance for public school students in blended learning programs.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Relating to the development of a quality-based outcome measure for the child health plan program and Medicaid regarding certain persons with HIV.
Sponsor: Garnet Coleman
In memory of Dana Sean Shurtleff.
Sponsor: Nicholas Taylor
Relating to the continuation of certain public benefits, including medical assistance benefits, for individuals after release from confinement in a county jail.
Sponsor: Nicole Collier
Relating to driver's and learner licenses and the issuance of certain driver's licenses and identification certificates; authorizing a fee.
Sponsor: Phil King
Designating May as Fallen First Responder Awareness Month for a 10-year period beginning in 2017.
Sponsor: Larry Gonzales
Relating to the provision of notice of proposed rules by state agencies.
Sponsor: Tony Dale
Relating to an election of the board of directors of the Ochiltree County Hospital District.
Sponsor: Ken King
Relating to forms of notice that may be provided by the Department of Public Safety during certain enforcement proceedings and actions.
Sponsor: Justin Holland
Relating to the carrying of certain knives; creating a criminal offense.
Sponsor: John Frullo
Relating to the issuance of Blessed are the Peacemakers specialty license plates.
Sponsor: Kyle Kacal
Relating to the investment of funds in, and operation of guardianships of the estate in relation to, accounts established under the Texas Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Program.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to contributions to, benefits from, membership in, and the administration of systems and programs administered by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
Sponsor: Joan Huffman
Relating to a penalty for independent executors who misrepresent in an affidavit in lieu of the inventory, appraisement, and list of claims that certain beneficiaries received the inventory and appraisement.
Sponsor: Andrew Murr
Relating to automated motor vehicles.
Sponsor: Kelly Hancock
Designating Big Spring as the Lighted Poinsettia Capital of Texas.
Sponsor: Drew Darby
Relating to alternative registration technologies for commercial motor vehicles.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of possession or use of law enforcement identification, insignia, or vehicles in a municipality and the clarification of the offenses of false identification as a peace officer and misrepresentation of property.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Relating to financial accounting and reporting requirements for this state and political subdivisions of this state.
Sponsor: John Frullo
Relating to the adoption by state agencies of rules affecting rural communities.
Sponsor: Stan Lambert
Relating to establishing a statewide electronic tracking system for evidence of a sex offense.
Sponsor: Donna Howard
Relating to training and continuing education requirements for certain long-term care facilities.
Sponsor: Cecil Bell
Relating to the monitoring of major information resources projects by the Department of Information Resources.
Sponsor: Giovanni Capriglione
Relating to de novo hearings in child protection cases.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to voting by voters with certain disabilities or voters who reside at a residential care facility.
Sponsor: Diego Bernal
Relating to the elimination of certain formula funding and dropped course restrictions for returning adult students at public institutions of higher education and to the tuition rate that may be charged to those students for certain excessive undergraduate hours.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to the personal liability of certain elected officials under local government programs to fund water and energy savings improvements through assessments.
Sponsor: Lynn Stucky
Relating to certain real estate sales, brokerage, and advertising activities, certain functions of the Texas Real Estate Commission.
Sponsor: Kelly Hancock
Relating to restricting access to certain information that relates to a person convicted of or granted a dismissal after deferral of disposition for a fine-only misdemeanor offense.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Relating to the release of a child taken into possession by a law enforcement officer.
Sponsor: Joan Huffman
Relating to the Palo Duro River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
Sponsor: Dan Flynn
Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates to honor recipients of the Commendation Medal with Valor and Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal.
Sponsor: Jose Menendez
Relating to the form and revocation of medical powers of attorney.
Sponsor: John Wray
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 1691.
Sponsor: John Smithee
Relating to physician assistant services performed as volunteer care.
Sponsor: J.D. Sheffield
Relating to the regulation of residential service contracts.
Sponsor: Craig Goldman
Relating to the delegation of matters to the executive director of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to abolishing shampoo apprentice permits and shampoo specialty certificates.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the security of high-speed rail operated by a private entity.
Sponsor: Brian Birdwell
Relating to the requirements for withdrawal by a certified self-insurer from workers' compensation self-insurance.
Sponsor: Hugh Shine
Relating to a school district contract to partner with an open-enrollment charter school to operate a district campus.
Sponsor: Jose Menendez
Relating to the exemption from the taxes imposed on the sale, use, or rental of certain motor vehicles owned or used by a church, religious society, or open-enrollment charter school and from registration fees for motor vehicles owned by open-enrollment charter schools.
Sponsor: Trent Ashby
Relating to the distribution of universal service funds to certain small and rural incumbent local exchange companies.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to the deadline for returning a ballot voted by mail.
Sponsor: Mike Schofield
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 3; providing authority to impose an assessment.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Relating to the operation of certain off-highway vehicles.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Relating to the participation in the Texas Municipal Retirement System of certain employees of certain municipalities subject to the Texas Local Fire Fighters Retirement Act.
Sponsor: Morgan Meyer
Relating to school marshals.
Sponsor: Jason Villalba
Relating to a motion for forensic DNA testing of certain evidence previously subjected to faulty testing.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to requiring the use of multidisciplinary teams appointed by children's advocacy centers in certain child abuse investigations.
Sponsor: Joan Huffman
Relating to the rights of certain defendants who successfully complete a term of community supervision.
Sponsor: Helen Giddings
Relating to the regulation of the operation of an unmanned aircraft and the prosecution of a related criminal offense.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Relating to public school accountability.
Sponsor: Dan Huberty
Relating to the elimination of certain fees for licensure and the disposition of certain fees collected by the Texas Lottery Commission under the Bingo Enabling Act.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Relating to damages in certain contract claims against the state.
Sponsor: John Cyrier
Relating to the administration of the owner-builder loan program.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Relating to the child safety zone applicable to registered sex offenders and to certain other persons who are released on parole or to mandatory supervision.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Relating to the provision of eye health care by certain professionals and institutions as providers in the Medicaid managed care program.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Relating to instruction in career and technology education provided by public schools, including instruction in technology applications, cybersecurity, and computer coding, and to consideration of completed practicums and internships in school accountability ratings.
Sponsor: Diego Bernal
Relating to the care and transportation provided to a sexual assault survivor by a health care facility.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Relating to captive insurance companies.
Sponsor: Jim Murphy
Relating to certain political contributions by judicial candidates and officeholders and certain political committees.
Sponsor: Cindy Burkett
Relating to the sale of ale and beer by certain brewers and manufacturers.
Sponsor: Craig Goldman
Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain provisions of the Code of Criminal Procedure, including conforming amendments.
Sponsor: Joseph Moody
Relating to minimum scores required for students in certain school districts to pass an examination for acceleration or for credit.
Sponsor: Morgan Meyer
Relating to the removal of certain information from personal financial statements filed by certain persons.
Sponsor: Trent Ashby
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals and to the conduct that constitutes the practice of psychology.
Sponsor: Travis Clardy
Relating to territory of county assistance districts.
Sponsor: Ron Reynolds
Relating to the penalties for certain littering offenses.
Sponsor: Charles Anderson
Relating to liability for the sale or transfer of law enforcement vehicles before removal of certain equipment and insignia; providing civil penalties.
Sponsor: Craig Goldman
Relating to real property acquired by advance acquisition for a transportation facility.
Sponsor: Armando Martinez
Relating to broker agreements for the sale of certain surplus property by certain counties.
Sponsor: Paul Workman
Relating to the operation of medical supply transport vehicles during a declared state of disaster.
Sponsor: William Metcalf
Relating to the issuance of specially marked driver's licenses and personal identification certificates to disabled veterans.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to restoration of the position of public employees when relieved of duty from the Texas military forces or a similar unit.
Sponsor: Lynn Stucky
Relating to certain promotional activities by the holders of certain alcoholic beverage permits and licenses.
Sponsor: John Kuempel
Relating to access to records that pertain to the testing for, and fitting and dispensing of, hearing instruments.
Sponsor: Cindy Burkett
Relating to the statute of limitations applicable to the collection of a contribution, a penalty, or interest under the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act.
Sponsor: Hubert Vo
Relating to providing an opportunity for public high school students in grades 10 through 12 to take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery test or an alternative vocational aptitude test.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to the Texas Peace Officers' Memorial Monument and Ceremony.
Sponsor: Tony Dale
Relating to the application for and issuance of a marriage license and the marriage of a minor.
Sponsor: Nicholas Taylor
Relating to the restrictions on political activities for a county elections administrator.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Urging appropriate state agencies to support the establishment of a veterans memorial in Conroe.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the authority of the Texas Water Development Board to use the state participation account of the water development fund to provide financial assistance for the development of certain facilities.
Sponsor: Lyle Larson
Relating to certain notice requirements and filing requirements in court proceedings involving persons with mental illness and representation of proposed patients in proceedings for court-ordered mental health services.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the regulation of commercial shrimp unloading; requiring an occupational license; authorizing a fee.
Sponsor: Dade Phelan
Relating to excluding certain students from the computation of dropout and completion rates for purposes of public school accountability.
Sponsor: Dan Huberty
Relating to off-site sales by a dealer for antique or special interest vehicles that have been subject to a retail sale.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to reporting requirements for investigations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation against residents of certain health facilities.
Sponsor: Cecil Bell
Relating to reciprocity requirements for nonresident insurance agents to offer or sell insurance policies issued by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
Sponsor: Dade Phelan
Relating to the authority of a county to implement a pilot program to reuse wastewater at county facilities.
Sponsor: Jessica Farrar
Relating to a waiver for certain programs from youth camp licensing.
Sponsor: Tom Craddick
Relating to establishing a guardianship compliance program.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to farm mutual insurance companies.
Sponsor: Hugh Shine
Relating to the duties of the structural pest control advisory committee.
Sponsor: Charles Anderson
Relating to the term for a lease of land owned by certain navigation districts.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Relating to workers' compensation insurance coverage for certain intrastate fire mutual aid system team members and regional incident management team members.
Sponsor: Kyle Kacal
Relating to a documented member of the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas hunting certain deer.
Sponsor: Poncho Nevarez
Relating to county approval for the locations at which a junkyard or automotive wrecking and salvage yard may be operated.
Sponsor: Garnet Coleman
Urging Congress to review federal regulations on the oil and gas industry.
Sponsor: Craig Estes
Relating to the creation of the Stadium Park Management District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
Sponsor: Shawn Thierry
Relating to agricultural liens.
Sponsor: Kyle Kacal
Relating to the designation of certain highways and locations, including the establishment of the Tom Lea Trail.
Sponsor: Ken King
Relating to the issuance of a certificate of relief from collateral consequences to certain persons placed on community supervision, including deferred adjudication community supervision, for certain criminal offenses.
Sponsor: Alma Allen
Relating to the office of ombudsman for the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Sponsor: Jose Menendez
Relating to the permissible uses of the floodplain management account.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Relating to the feasibility of creating and maintaining a coastal barrier system.
Sponsor: Wayne Faircloth
Relating to the use of money in the state water pollution control revolving fund.
Sponsor: Lyle Larson
Relating to the powers of the TexAmericas Center.
Sponsor: Gary Vandeaver
Relating to designating July 7 as Fallen Law Enforcement Officer Day.
Sponsor: Morgan Meyer
Relating to the liability of first responders who provide roadside assistance.
Sponsor: Dwayne Bohac
Relating to enforcement of child support obligations.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the establishment of an educational and vocational training pilot program for certain state jail felony defendants.
Sponsor: Tan Parker
Relating to certain examination and continuing education requirements for applicants for and holders of liquefied petroleum gas licenses.
Sponsor: Tony Dale
Urging future owners to preserve the name of the G. J. Sutton State Office Complex in San Antonio.
Sponsor: Barbara Gervin-Hawkins
Relating to certain identifying information regarding career school or college students.
Sponsor: Cindy Burkett
Relating to state agency information security plans, information technology employees, and online and mobile applications.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to certain reporting requirements for law enforcement agencies and to the creation of a criminal justice web portal by the office of the attorney general; providing a civil penalty.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose an assessment.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Relating to notice of an extension of the timeline for a parent to request a special education impartial due process hearing in certain circumstances.
Sponsor: Joseph Moody
Relating to local juvenile justice information systems.
Sponsor: James White
Relating to an annual report on state programs not funded by appropriations.
Sponsor: Dawn Buckingham
Relating to the investigation of, and release of information concerning, communicable disease, including the Zika virus and other high consequence communicable diseases.
Sponsor: Robert Guerra
Relating to three-point seat belts on buses that transport schoolchildren.
Sponsor: Sylvia Garcia
Relating to notification provided to certain victims of criminal offenses.
Sponsor: James White
Relating to common nuisances.
Sponsor: Lina Ortega
Relating to the creation of a matching grant program to support community mental health programs for individuals experiencing mental illness and the coordination of certain behavioral health grants.
Sponsor: Four Price
Relating to requiring the Texas Supreme Court to adopt rules and provide judicial instruction regarding the application of foreign laws in certain family law cases.
Sponsor: Dan Flynn
Relating to access to and benefits for mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
Sponsor: Four Price
Relating to authorizing public benefit corporations.
Sponsor: Gina Hinojosa
Relating to the building code standards for new residential construction in the unincorporated area of certain counties; affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense.
Sponsor: Phil King
Relating to a parent's right to view the body of a deceased child before an autopsy is performed.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to investment of public funds, including certain expenditures by public institutions of higher education and university systems that are eligible for certain tax credits.
Sponsor: Giovanni Capriglione
Relating to the creation of Montgomery County Improvement District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the resolution of disputes or errors involving the ad valorem taxation of the same property by multiple taxing units of the same type as a result of disputed, overlapping, or erroneously applied boundaries.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Relating to making supplemental appropriations and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding appropriations.
Sponsor: John Zerwas
Relating to treatment and care provided by licensed medical professionals to animals in certain facilities.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to the suspension of a student enrolled in a grade level below grade three from public school and to a positive behavior program for public schools.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Relating to an increase in the fee for permits issued for the movement of oversize or overweight vehicles carrying cargo in Hidalgo County.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Urging Congress to provide sufficient federal funding for the construction of a storm surge barrier along the Texas coast.
Sponsor: Joe Deshotel
Relating to the powers of the Harris County Improvement District No. 17 and to the creation of the East Lake Houston Management District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
Sponsor: Cecil Bell
Relating to the preparation, certification, and classification of and professional development for public school educators.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Requesting the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house of representatives to provide for a joint interim legislative study regarding the confidentiality of emergency calls.
Sponsor: Todd Hunter
Relating to regulation of the commercial oyster industry in this state; increasing criminal penalties; authorizing a fee.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Relating to the creation of the Ingleside Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; granting limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: J.M. Lozano
Relating to the powers and duties of the Lerin Hills Municipal Utility District of Kendall County; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to the regulation of seed by a political subdivision.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to providing road powers to the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 101; providing authority to issue bonds.
Sponsor: Robert Nichols
Relating to the Texas Crime Stoppers Council.
Sponsor: William Metcalf
Relating to the creation of the Lakewood Municipal Utility District No. 3; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to an additional fee for issuing a marriage license to applicants who are not residents of this state and the form of a marriage license and application for a marriage license.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Relating to the Fairfield Hospital District.
Sponsor: Byron Cook
Relating to the operation of vehicles transporting fluid milk; authorizing a fee.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to the authority of certain county assistance districts to annex public rights-of-way and county-owned property.
Sponsor: Rick Miller
Relating to meeting the graduate medical education needs of new medical degree programs offered by public institutions of higher education and to the employment status of certain residents participating in certain graduate medical education programs.
Sponsor: Charles Schwertner
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 3; providing authority to impose an assessment.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose an assessment.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the Anthem Municipal Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 555; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to procedures and fees for the deposit and safekeeping of wills.
Sponsor: John Kuempel
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 525.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to confidentiality, sharing, sealing, and destruction of juvenile records.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to certain voter registration information.
Sponsor: Dwayne Bohac
Relating to the creation of the Kendall County Water Control and Improvement District No. 4; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to the use of revenue from municipal hotel occupancy taxes for a sports facility or field in certain municipalities.
Sponsor: John Raney
Relating to the penalty imposed on certain delinquent oil and gas severance taxes.
Sponsor: Drew Darby
Relating to the regulatory authority of the commissioner of insurance and the Texas Department of Insurance.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Relating to certain procedures for tax redeterminations and refund claims.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Relating to the powers and duties of the Smiley Road Water Control and Improvement District.
Sponsor: Pat Fallon
Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain counties.
Sponsor: Drew Darby
Relating to the creation and operations of a health care provider participation program by the City of Amarillo Hospital District.
Sponsor: Kel Seliger
Relating to the development and use of instructional modules and training for public schools on the prevention of sexual abuse and sex trafficking and participation by the human trafficking prevention task force in that development.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to certain lottery prize winners' choice to remain anonymous.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Relating to the creation of the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 34; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Terry Wilson
Relating to the creation of Port Neches Improvement District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to procedures regarding criminal defendants who are or may be persons with a mental illness or an intellectual disability and to certain duties of the Office of Court Administration of the Texas Judicial System related to persons with mental illness.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 5; providing authority to impose an assessment.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the creation of the Driftwood Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Relating to the creation of the Lakewood Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to vehicle safety inspections, including vehicles exempt from those inspections.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Approving the amended 2009 settlement agreement between the State of Texas and the U.S. Department of Justice.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to amounts charged to an enrollee in a health benefit plan for prescription drugs covered by the plan.
Sponsor: Charles Schwertner
Relating to parental rights and information regarding certain intervention strategies used with public school students.
Sponsor: Jose Menendez
Relating to the selection and summons of prospective grand jurors.
Sponsor: Joan Huffman
Relating to the powers, duties, and governance of the Westwood Magnolia Parkway Improvement District; authorizing assessments.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the abolishment of the used oil recycling account, deposits of used oil recycling fees, and use of the water resource management account.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Relating to the notice and procedural requirements for bills proposing the creation of or annexation of land to certain special purpose districts.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Expressing support for the creation of the Sam Houston Republic of Texas Presidential Library at Sam Houston State University.
Sponsor: Ernest Bailes
Relating to the provision of services as an alternative to adjudication for certain children who engage in conduct in need of supervision or delinquent conduct and to a study on certain juvenile justice issues.
Sponsor: James White
Relating to prostitution and the trafficking of persons, civil racketeering related to trafficking, the prevention, investigation, and prosecution of and punishment for certain sexual offenses and offenses involving or related to trafficking, reimbursement of certain costs for criminal victims who are children, and the release and reporting of certain information relating to a child; increasing criminal penalties; creating criminal offenses.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Relating to the use of municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue by certain municipalities.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to the creation of the Driftwood Conservation District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Relating to recordings, acknowledgments, and proofs of certain written instruments.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 159; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the powers and duties of the Far North Fort Worth Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Tarrant and Wise Counties; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
Sponsor: Phil King
Relating to measures to prevent wrongful convictions.
Sponsor: John Smithee
Relating to a task force of border health officials.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to certain municipal utility districts; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
Sponsor: Ernest Bailes
Relating to the amount of compensation and allowances of a county auditor in certain counties.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the fees charged by the Colorado County Groundwater Conservation District.
Sponsor: Leighton Schubert
Relating to conditions on the receipt of tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for adopted students formerly in foster or other residential care.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the plugging or capping of abandoned, deteriorated, open, or uncovered water wells in the Bandera County River Authority and Groundwater District.
Sponsor: Dawn Buckingham
Relating to the powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Management District No. 1; authorizing the imposition of a tax.
Sponsor: John Zerwas
Relating to limitations on courses that may be offered for dual credit by school districts and public institutions of higher education.
Sponsor: Kel Seliger
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 2; providing authority to impose an assessment.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the creation of the North Hays County Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to the creation of the Willacy County Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Relating to photo identification for certain debit or credit card transactions.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to Texas Military Heroes Day in public schools.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to the powers and duties of the West Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 21; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
Sponsor: Gary Elkins
Relating to the creation of the Windsor Hills Municipal Management District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments.
Sponsor: John Wray
Relating to the provision of certain self-help resources by state and county courts, including through the Internet website of a state court and in the office of the court clerk.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to civil liability for removing certain individuals from a motor vehicle.
Sponsor: Celia Israel
Relating to requirements for a representative for a student in a special education due process hearing.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Relating to instructional materials and technology for public schools.
Sponsor: Donna Howard
Relating to the boundaries of the Harris County Fresh Water Supply District No. 58.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the creation and re-creation of funds and accounts, the dedication and rededication of revenue, and the exemption of unappropriated money from use for general governmental purposes.
Sponsor: John Zerwas
Relating to the prelicensing education requirements for residential mortgage loan originators.
Sponsor: Tan Parker
Relating to the powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 130; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
Sponsor: John Zerwas
Relating to inappropriate conduct between a person and an animal; creating a criminal offense.
Sponsor: Joan Huffman
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 61; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
Sponsor: Mike Schofield
Relating to the name of the Burnet County Municipal Utility District No. 1.
Sponsor: Dawn Buckingham
Relating to a list of best practice-based programs and research-based practices in certain areas for implementation in public schools.
Sponsor: Toni Rose
Relating to the designation of the structure on State Highway 6 in Eastland County adjacent to Lake Cisco connecting the north and south banks of Sandy Creek as the Bedford-Carmichael Bridge.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to the use of municipal hotel occupancy tax revenues in certain municipalities.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the creation of the Rio de Vida Municipal Utility District No. 1 and the creation of the Southwestern Travis County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to impose taxes and fees; providing authority to issue bonds.
Sponsor: Eddie Rodriguez
Relating to the regulation of certain guardianship programs.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the placement and use of video cameras in certain self-contained classrooms or other settings providing special education services.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Management District No. 2; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
Sponsor: John Zerwas
Relating to the terms of the board of directors of the Palo Pinto County Hospital District.
Sponsor: Mike Lang
Relating to expansion of the territory of the Frio Hospital District and to the election of the board of directors of the district.
Sponsor: Tracy King
Relating to the transfer of jurisdiction over and management of the property known as the French Legation to the Texas Historical Commission and to certain historic sites under the commission's jurisdiction.
Sponsor: John Cyrier
Relating to the Live Oak Underground Water Conservation District.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the conversion of the Grand Northwest Municipal Utility District to the Grand Northwest Municipal Management District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
Sponsor: Tom Oliverson
Relating to the use of certain lighting equipment on airport security vehicles.
Sponsor: Jane Nelson
Relating to the creation of the Wise County Municipal Utility District No. 4; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Phil King
Relating to a writ of mandamus by a court of appeals against certain judges.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Relating to requiring certain public and private institutions of higher education to provide amnesty to students who report certain incidents, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, or stalking.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Relating to the sale of certain state property in Brazoria County by the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
Sponsor: Dennis Bonnen
Relating to the compensation of and reimbursement of expenses of the directors of the Aliana Management District.
Sponsor: John Zerwas
Relating to a review of occupational licensing requirements and an applicant's criminal history.
Sponsor: James White
Relating to the system for protesting or appealing certain ad valorem tax determinations.
Sponsor: Paul Bettencourt
Relating to the use of certain assessment instruments as secondary exit-level assessment instruments to allow certain public school students to receive a high school diploma.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to the creation of the Beaumont Municipal Management District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds and impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
Sponsor: Joe Deshotel
Relating to the creation of the Midlothian Municipal Management District No. 3; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
Sponsor: John Wray
Relating to the creation of the Lakewood Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to designating the third Wednesday in October as Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Relating to the creation of the Celina Municipal Management District No. 2; providing authority to issue bonds and impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Scott Sanford
Relating to granting road powers to the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 100; providing authority to issue bonds.
Sponsor: Robert Nichols
Relating to the repeal of certain obsolete laws governing state pensions and other similar benefits.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Commemorating the 25th anniversary of the unconventional ratification of the 27th Amendment to the United States Constitution.
Sponsor: Stephanie Klick
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs.
Sponsor: Kel Seliger
Relating to the admissibility of certain evidence in the prosecution of certain offenses involving family violence.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to certain purchasing by state agencies and local governments.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to cybercrime; creating criminal offenses.
Sponsor: Giovanni Capriglione
Relating to the powers and duties of the Meyer Ranch Municipal Utility District of Comal County; affecting an existing limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 84 as the Trooper Jonathan Thomas McDonald Memorial Highway.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to a requirement that school districts and open-enrollment charter schools report certain information regarding children with disabilities who reside in residential facilities.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Relating to the regulation of substance abuse facilities and programs for juveniles.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Relating to the regulation of a motor carrier and the enforcement of motor carrier regulations; authorizing the imposition of a fee; creating a criminal offense.
Sponsor: Larry Phillips
Relating to the eligibility of events, including certain NASCAR events, to receive funding through the Major Events Reimbursement Program.
Sponsor: Tan Parker
Relating to the use of the fund for veterans' assistance to provide grants to support veterans county service offices.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 554; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Tom Oliverson
Relating to municipal regulation of manufactured home communities.
Sponsor: Dawn Buckingham
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 557; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the use of municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue by certain municipalities.
Sponsor: Rene Oliveira
Relating to certain limitations on settlement agreements with a governmental unit.
Sponsor: Ramon Romero
General Appropriations Bill.
Sponsor: Jane Nelson
Relating to installment payments of ad valorem taxes.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the repeal of laws governing certain state entities, including the functions of those entities, and to certain duties, responsibilities, and functions of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on the abolishment of certain of those entities.
Sponsor: Brian Birdwell
Relating to the eligibility of certain at-risk developments to receive low income housing tax credits.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Relating to certain procedures for cases and orders relating to the Title IV-D agency.
Sponsor: Harold Dutton
Relating to the powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 50; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
Sponsor: John Zerwas
Relating to the uses of the lifetime license endowment account by the Parks and Wildlife Department.
Sponsor: Dade Phelan
Relating to a study conducted by the Texas Education Agency regarding the statewide assessment program in relation to students in special education programs.
Sponsor: Kevin Roberts
Relating to the creation of the Liberty County Municipal Management District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
Sponsor: Ernest Bailes
Relating to fees charged by the Rolling Plains Groundwater Conservation District; authorizing a fee.
Sponsor: James Frank
Relating to the administration of and benefits payable under the Texas Public School Retired Employees Group Benefits Act.
Sponsor: Trent Ashby
Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 289 in Dallas County as the Harold C. Simmons Memorial Highway.
Sponsor: Morgan Meyer
Relating to the provision of certain investigational stem cell treatments to patients with certain severe chronic diseases or terminal illnesses and regulating the possession, use, and transfer of adult stem cells; creating a criminal offense.
Sponsor: Tan Parker
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 553; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Tom Oliverson
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 544; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to a succession plan for a regional public defender's office that primarily handles capital cases.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to the establishment of the Tom Lea Trail.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Relating to financial accountability standards for charter schools operated by a public institution of higher education.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to the expunction of arrest records and files for certain veterans and the waiver of fees and costs charged for the expunction and to the eligibility of certain victims of trafficking of persons for an order of nondisclosure.
Sponsor: Terry Canales
Urging Congress to increase appropriations from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund to properly maintain ship channels.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Relating to a sexual assault policy at certain public and private institutions of higher education and to requiring those institutions to provide students and employees an option to electronically report certain offenses to the institution.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Relating to use of tax revenue by certain development corporations for job-related skills training.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Relating to the dissolution of the Angelina County Water Control and Improvement District No. 3 and the territory of the Angelina County Fresh Water Supply District No. 1.
Sponsor: Robert Nichols
Relating to the powers and duties and election of the board of directors of the West Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 3.
Sponsor: Dawn Buckingham
Relating to the creation of Lakewood Improvement District of Harris County; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the sharing of death record information between the Department of State Health Services and the Department of Public Safety.
Sponsor: Robert Nichols
Relating to cybersecurity for state agency information resources.
Sponsor: Giovanni Capriglione
Relating to the administration of the Port of Houston Authority.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Relating to the creation of Telfair Tract 5 Commercial Management District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
Sponsor: Rick Miller
Relating to the certification of food service workers.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to adverse possession of real property by a cotenant heir against other cotenant heirs.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to the creation of a temporary health insurance risk pool.
Sponsor: Kelly Hancock
Relating to the creation of the University Hills Municipal Management District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments or fees.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to the taking of certain feral hogs and coyotes using a hot air balloon.
Sponsor: Mark Keough
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 4; providing authority to impose an assessment.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the creation of Harris County Improvement District No. 25; providing authority to levy an assessment, impose a tax, and issue bonds.
Sponsor: Mike Schofield
Relating to establishing a pilot program in designated public high schools in certain municipalities for placement of students in Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps programs as an alternative to placement in disciplinary or juvenile justice alternative education programs.
Sponsor: Richard Raymond
Relating to the electronic submission of a wage claim to the Texas Workforce Commission.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Relating to requiring the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to collect, study, and report certain data regarding workforce education programs.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to public access to financial and tax rate information of certain special purpose districts; imposing a civil penalty.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to the regulation of barber schools, private beauty culture schools, and other facilities used to teach or perform the practice of barbering or cosmetology.
Sponsor: Ana Hernandez
Relating to governmental entity contracting and procurement.
Sponsor: Jane Nelson
Relating to reporting requirements for certain skills development fund workforce training program providers.
Sponsor: Craig Estes
Relating to the instructional material list and supplemental instructional materials adopted by the State Board of Education.
Sponsor: Kel Seliger
Relating to trade-in credit agreements offered in connection with certain motor vehicle retail installment contracts.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Relating to the purchase of iron and steel products made in the United States for certain governmental entity projects.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Transportation; authorizing an increase in rates charged for the use of state aircraft to provide for the acquisition of replacement aircraft; creating a criminal offense.
Sponsor: Robert Nichols
Relating to leave policy and procedures for state employees.
Sponsor: Jane Nelson
Relating to the appointment by certain elected officials of students to receive a Texas Armed Services Scholarship.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to school counselors in public schools.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to cemeteries in certain municipalities.
Sponsor: Mike Schofield
Relating to the purchase and use of open educational resources.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 95 in Lavaca County as the Sergeant David M. Furrh Memorial Highway.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to the hours of instruction provided in barbering and cosmetology schools.
Sponsor: Ana Hernandez
Relating to the enforcement of workers' compensation compliance and practice requirements.
Sponsor: Rene Oliveira
Relating to the applicability of open meetings requirements to certain meetings of a governing body relating to information technology security practices.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to harassment, bullying, and cyberbullying of a public school student or minor and certain mental health programs for public school students; increasing a criminal penalty.
Sponsor: Jose Menendez
Relating to the administrative closure of certain reported cases of child abuse or neglect made to the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Sponsor: Carlos Uresti
Relating to the procedure for an election to adopt a sales and use tax or to change the tax rate in an emergency services district.
Sponsor: Brian Birdwell
Relating to volunteer firefighter supervision of outdoor burning of waste consisting of plant growth.
Sponsor: Ernest Bailes
Relating to the operations of the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas; authorizing a trust company to charge the institute an investment fee.
Sponsor: Jane Nelson
Relating to the grounds for refusal, cancellation, or suspension of certain alcoholic beverage licenses.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Relating to the definition of coercion for purposes of the offense of trafficking of persons.
Sponsor: Morgan Meyer
Relating to the enforcement of subpoenas, the regulation of pain management clinics, and the adoption of guidelines for prescribing certain opioids by the Texas Medical Board.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Relating to the emergency scheduling of certain controlled substances for the purpose of the prosecution and punishment of certain offenses under the Texas Controlled Substances Act; expanding the application of certain criminal offenses.
Sponsor: Four Price
Relating to the creation and operation of certain local health care provider participation programs.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Board of Nursing and to the regulation of the practice of nursing.
Sponsor: Cindy Burkett
Relating to an alert for a missing senior citizen or person with Alzheimer's disease.
Sponsor: Joe Pickett
Relating to the operations and functions of the Employees Retirement System of Texas and the sunset review date for, financial management of, and programs administered by the agency.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Relating to the establishment of a pilot program under which a licensed hospital may offer dual credit courses to public high school students.
Sponsor: Terry Canales
Relating to the memorandum of understanding among certain agencies to coordinate services provided to persons needing multiagency services.
Sponsor: James White
Relating to the authority of emergency medical services personnel of certain emergency medical services providers to transport a person for emergency detention.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to the creation of River Ranch Improvement District of Liberty County; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
Sponsor: Robert Nichols
Relating to the deadline for adoption of desired future conditions in groundwater conservation districts.
Sponsor: Four Price
Relating to an inmate's completion of classes or programs before being released on parole.
Sponsor: Ramon Romero
Relating to the creation of the Blaketree Municipal Utility District No. 2 of Montgomery County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to authorized reinsurance and financial statement credit and accounting for reinsurance.
Sponsor: Kelly Hancock
Relating to the authority of certain ex officio members of the board of directors of a tax increment financing reinvestment zone to elect not to serve on the board.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Relating to completion of work status reports by a physician assistant under the workers' compensation system.
Sponsor: John Zerwas
Relating to the designation of a portion of Alternate United States Highway 90 in Lavaca County as the Sheriff Ronnie Dodds Memorial Highway.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to public inspection of mail ballot applications.
Sponsor: Ron Reynolds
Relating to the practice of marriage and family therapy.
Sponsor: Ramon Romero
Relating to informal dispute resolutions for violations of health and safety standards at certain long-term care facilities; authorizing the imposition of costs.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to the dissolution of the Falls County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1.
Sponsor: Brian Birdwell
Relating to the designation of Business State Highway 123-B in Guadalupe County as the Texas Game Warden Teyran "Ty" Patterson Memorial Highway.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to workforce continuing education offered by public junior colleges.
Sponsor: Trent Ashby
Relating to the medical authorization required to release protected health information in a health care liability claim.
Sponsor: John Smithee
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of improper sexual activity with a person under supervision.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to the filing period for a place on the ballot in a special election to fill a vacancy.
Sponsor: Celia Israel
Relating to the use of municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue in certain municipalities.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to the regulation of a service contract.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Relating to notice provided to persons with disabilities regarding the eligibility of persons with disabilities to use certain public transportation services.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the offense of female genital mutilation.
Sponsor: Jane Nelson
Relating to The Woodlands Township.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the deployment of network nodes in public right-of-way; authorizing fees.
Sponsor: Kelly Hancock
Relating to procedures for incorporation or establishment of another form of local government for certain areas subject to a regional participation agreement.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to consultations with contracted physician networks and physician systems during certain investigations of child abuse and neglect.
Sponsor: Cindy Burkett
Relating to the dissolution of the Chisholm Trail Special Utility District.
Sponsor: Charles Schwertner
Relating to a study of seniors with a visual impairment by the Aging Texas Well Advisory Committee.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to notice to certain insurers by the Texas Department of Insurance regarding supervision or conservatorship of certain insurance agents.
Sponsor: Rodney Anderson
Relating to the disclosure of certain registration information by the voter registrar.
Sponsor: Dennis Paul
Relating to choice of law and venue for certain construction contracts.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the board of directors of the Agua Special Utility District.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 158; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for recipients of the Combat Medical Badge.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Relating to the expunction of certain convictions or arrests of a minor for certain alcohol-related offenses.
Sponsor: Larry Phillips
Relating to continued monitoring of certain public school campuses that have been assigned a campus intervention team and the approval and modification of a campus turnaround plan submitted by a school district.
Sponsor: Lance Gooden
Relating to inclusion of instruction regarding interaction with peace officers in the required curriculum for certain public school students and in driver education courses and to civilian interaction training for peace officers.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to grant programs to maintain peace officers' mental health and provide critical incident stress debriefing for certain officers.
Sponsor: Helen Giddings
Relating to itemizing certain public notice expenditures in certain political subdivision budgets.
Sponsor: Konni Burton
Relating to the consequences of the possession of illegal synthetic cannabinoids on a holder of or applicant for certain alcoholic beverage licenses and liability of a person who provides, sells, or serves a synthetic cannabinoid to another person.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to the donation and distribution of food at public schools.
Sponsor: Borris Miles
Relating to the transfer of certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to the use of auction proceeds from the sale of certain abandoned motor vehicles to reimburse law enforcement agencies for compensation paid to certain property owners.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Relating to the designation of a liaison to assist first responders with workers' compensation claims.
Sponsor: Dustin Burrows
Relating to eligibility of surviving spouses of disabled veterans for specialty license plates.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a first responder who is killed or fatally injured in the line of duty.
Sponsor: Donald Huffines
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners, the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners, and the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners; authorizing a fee.
Sponsor: Robert Nichols
Relating to estates and to guardianships, substitutes for guardianships, and durable powers of attorney for persons with disabilities or who are incapacitated.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to names of domestic and foreign filing entities for transacting business in this state.
Sponsor: Jason Villalba
Relating to the administrative penalty, amelioration, and informal dispute resolution processes for providers participating in certain Medicaid waiver programs.
Sponsor: Richard Raymond
Relating to the creation by the Health and Human Services Commission of a veteran suicide prevention action plan.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to the declaration of a common nuisance involving a computer network or web address.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 31 in Gregg County as the Jack Ward Memorial Highway.
Sponsor: Jay Dean
Relating to the continuation and functions of the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners; authorizing a reduction in fees; providing penalties.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Relating to access to criminal history record information by the Railroad Commission of Texas.
Sponsor: Travis Clardy
Relating to the placement of certain substances in Penalty Groups 1 and 3 of the Texas Controlled Substances Act and the prosecution of criminal offenses involving certain substances listed in Penalty Groups 1, 2, and 3 of that Act.
Sponsor: Jay Dean
Relating to a community outreach campaign to increase awareness of veterans benefits and services.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to an exemption for certain law enforcement and military personnel from the requirement to complete a hunter education program.
Sponsor: Greg Bonnen
Relating to certain workers' compensation reporting requirements.
Sponsor: Ramon Romero
Relating to the licensing and regulation of providers of driver and traffic safety education.
Sponsor: Donald Huffines
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Board of Law Examiners.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Relating to the extraterritorial jurisdiction of certain municipalities in coastal border counties.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to a defendant's payment of costs associated with a court-appointed counsel.
Sponsor: Brian Birdwell
Relating to workers' compensation death benefit eligibility for certain spouses of first responders killed in the line of duty.
Sponsor: Kyle Kacal
Relating to funding for certain apprenticeship training programs.
Sponsor: James White
Relating to contracts with and training for governmental entities and vendors, including purchasing and contract management training; authorizing fees.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the quality of water provided by public drinking water supply systems to state supported living centers.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to requiring the disclosure of special course fees at public institutions of higher education.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Relating to authorizing a beneficiary designation that transfers a motor vehicle at the owner's death.
Sponsor: Joan Huffman
Relating to a groundwater conservation district's use of electronic fund transfers.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to the issuance of a food and beverage certificate to holders of certain alcoholic beverage permits and licenses.
Sponsor: John Frullo
Relating to the statewide preceptorship program in family medicine.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Relating to required training for veterans county service officers and assistant veterans county service officers.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to the authority of certain political subdivisions to change the date of the general election for officers.
Sponsor: Brian Birdwell
Relating to the mental health program for veterans and to the authority to establish a trauma affected veterans clinical care and research center at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to the use of individual graduation committees to satisfy certain public high school graduation requirements and other alternative methods to satisfy certain public high school graduation requirements.
Sponsor: Kel Seliger
Relating to school district discretion to administer college preparation assessment instruments to public school students at state cost.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Relating to the governance of certain housing authorities.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Relating to the prosecution of offenses involving cruelty to animals; increasing a criminal penalty.
Sponsor: Jose Menendez
Relating to the creation of grant programs to reduce recidivism, arrest, and incarceration of individuals with mental illness.
Sponsor: Joan Huffman
Relating to the confidentiality of certain information of and the abolishment date of the military base realignment and closure task force.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to certain charges by the Bastrop County Water Control and Improvement District No. 2; authorizing an increase in a fee.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Relating to the prosecution of, punishment for, and deterrence of certain offenses involving cattle, bison, or horses; authorizing an administrative penalty; authorizing an assessment; increasing a criminal penalty.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Relating to certain images captured by an unmanned aircraft.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the issuance of certain capital appreciation bonds by political subdivisions.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Relating to venue for the disposition of stolen property.
Sponsor: Dawn Buckingham
Relating to the provision of certain behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and their families under a contract with a managed care organization.
Sponsor: Jane Nelson
Relating to the creation of the Cresson Crossroads Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Brian Birdwell
Relating to the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact; authorizing fees.
Sponsor: Travis Clardy
Relating to a review of a person's disqualification to serve as a relative or other designated caregiver for a child.
Sponsor: Carlos Uresti
Relating to information collected about and purchases of information technology by governmental entities.
Sponsor: Jane Nelson
Relating to the exemption of certain services performed by certain employees from the sales and use tax.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to the regulation of banks and trust companies.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to the abolishment of certain advisory committees and other state entities.
Sponsor: Brian Birdwell
Relating to a report on the sale of retail electric power by the General Land Office.
Sponsor: Kelly Hancock
Relating to Texas women veterans.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to funding under the transportation allotment for public school students subject to a high risk of violence while walking to school.
Sponsor: Sylvia Garcia
Relating to the production of public information available on a publicly accessible website.
Sponsor: Jane Nelson
Relating to a temporary order appointing a receiver in a suit for dissolution of a marriage.
Sponsor: Sergio Munoz
Relating to the handgun proficiency required to obtain or renew a license to carry a handgun.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to licensing for certain health professions, including an expedited process for certain physicians specializing in psychiatry; authorizing a fee.
Sponsor: Charles Schwertner
Relating to access to a residence or former residence to retrieve personal property, including access based on danger of family violence.
Sponsor: John Whitmire
Relating to the temporary approval of a private or independent college or university to continue to participate in the tuition equalization grant program.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas State Board of Pharmacy and the regulation of certain prescription drugs, prescription drug prescribers and dispensers, and colleges of pharmacy; authorizing a reduction in fees.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Relating to the operation of certain overweight vehicles on highways; imposing a fee.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Relating to the reimbursement of certain providers under the Medicaid program for the provision of telehealth services.
Sponsor: Dawn Buckingham
Relating to funding for the operations of the Texas Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Compact Commission.
Sponsor: Kel Seliger
Relating to transition planning for a public school student enrolled in a special education program.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the bond required and the bond insurance obtained for certain judges.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the creation of the Kendall County Water Control and Improvement District No. 3; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to the maintenance of information entered into a fee record in certain counties.
Sponsor: Nicholas Taylor
Relating to the operation of the special education continuing advisory committee.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Relating to providing workplace safety training information for use in the public school curriculum.
Sponsor: Greg Bonnen
Relating to the requirements for a candidate's application or petition for a place on the ballot.
Sponsor: Rick Miller
Relating to limiting the liability of certain health care providers.
Sponsor: Stephanie Klick
Relating to the continuation and functions of the state bar.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Relating to exempting certain persons from a fee for replacement registration insignia and license plates.
Sponsor: Joe Pickett
Relating to the Judicial Branch Certification Commission; authorizing fees; providing penalties.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to requiring public schools to provide information to certain students on the availability of financial assistance for postsecondary education.
Sponsor: Robert Guerra
Relating to an inventory of credentials and certificates that may be earned by a public high school student through a career and technology education program.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to the administration of gasoline and diesel fuel motor fuels taxes and the fee on the delivery of certain petroleum products.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to the creation of an office of data analytics in the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Sponsor: Carlos Uresti
Relating to the appeal through binding arbitration of certain appraisal review board orders.
Sponsor: Paul Bettencourt
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 157; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to increasing the punishment for certain conduct constituting the offense of criminal trespass.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Relating to the Texas economic development fund for the Department of Agriculture.
Sponsor: Charles Anderson
Relating to the eligibility of certain property for certain ad valorem tax incentives relating to wind-powered energy devices.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to the effect of certain felony convictions of public elected officers.
Sponsor: Nicholas Taylor
Relating to personal financial statements filed by public officers and candidates, including the disclosure of certain contracts, agreements, services, and compensation in and the amendment of those statements.
Sponsor: Giovanni Capriglione
Relating to the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle; creating a criminal offense; modifying existing criminal penalties.
Sponsor: Tom Craddick
Relating to certain prohibited abortions and the treatment and disposition of a human fetus, human fetal tissue, and embryonic and fetal tissue remains; creating a civil cause of action; imposing a civil penalty; creating criminal offenses.
Sponsor: Charles Schwertner
Relating to the punishment for a criminal offense committed against a person because of bias or prejudice on the basis of status as a peace officer or judge; increasing a criminal penalty.
Sponsor: Todd Hunter
Relating to the qualifications, duties, and limitations of Texas delegates to a convention called under Article V of the United States Constitution.
Sponsor: Brian Birdwell
Relating to the creation of Harris County Improvement District No. 27; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Dan Huberty
Relating to the creation of Harris County Improvement District No. 26; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Tom Oliverson
Relating to the creation of the Vision East Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
Sponsor: Dawnna Dukes
Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 16 in Duval County as the Al Dean Memorial Highway.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Relating to the nature, funding, and functions of the Texas Low-Level Radioactive Waste Compact Commission.
Sponsor: Kel Seliger
Relating to nonsubstantive additions to, revisions of, and corrections in enacted codes, to the nonsubstantive codification or disposition of various laws omitted from enacted codes, and to conforming codifications enacted by the 84th Legislature to other Acts of that legislature.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to the creation of records of the DNA of certain defendants for inclusion in the DNA database system.
Sponsor: Ana Hernandez
In memory of Charles "Chuck" E. Malone.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Relating to the creation of a specialty court for certain public safety employees who commit a criminal offense; imposing fees for participation and testing, counseling, and treatment.
Sponsor: Charlie Geren
Relating to procedures for the dissolution of the Bois D'Arc Island Levee Improvement District of Dallas and Kaufman Counties.
Sponsor: Lance Gooden
Relating to the content and numbering of propositions on the ballot.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to documentation for the transfer of a motor vehicle title.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to the adoption of the Uniform Foreign-Country Money Judgments Recognition Act.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to certain requirements of retail fireworks sites and inspections of those sites and assessment and collection of certain existing inspection fees by local fire prevention officers.
Sponsor: John Frullo
Relating to the procedure for ordering medical or dental services for certain persons admitted to or committed to care at certain state facilities.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to the investigation of an anonymous report of suspected abuse or neglect of a child.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to permits for oversize and overweight vehicles in a certain county.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the procedure for claiming an exemption from ad valorem taxation by the Dallas County Utility and Reclamation District of certain property subject to a tax abatement agreement with the district and to the validation of certain actions of the district.
Sponsor: Rodney Anderson
Relating to investment by a public junior college district of public funds received from the management and development of mineral rights.
Sponsor: Giovanni Capriglione
Relating to the use of money subject to restrictions under federal law that is credited to the deferred maintenance fund account.
Sponsor: Charlie Geren
Relating to the consolidation of public notice requirements for certain air quality permit applications.
Sponsor: Craig Estes
Relating to the jurisdiction of the statutory county courts of Potter County in family law matters.
Sponsor: Four Price
Relating to the procedures for removing certain persons' names from the child abuse and neglect central registry.
Sponsor: Cindy Burkett
Relating to the ability of foster parents to intervene in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
Sponsor: Lina Ortega
Relating to the creation of the National Museum of the Pacific War museum fund.
Sponsor: Rick Miller
Relating to transferring charge and control of a painting entitled "The Spirit of the Alamo Lives On."
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Relating to the guarantee of school district and charter district bonds by the permanent school fund.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to the frequency of criminal background checks for sports officials registered with the University Interscholastic League.
Sponsor: Ed Thompson
Relating to the mandatory spinal screening of public and private school students.
Sponsor: Tom Oliverson
Relating to the statute of limitations for the offense of exploitation of a child, elderly individual, or disabled individual.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to a residential tenant's right to summon police or other emergency assistance.
Sponsor: Terry Canales
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Texas Cattle Feeders Association.
Sponsor: John Smithee
Relating to prohibiting certain sex offenders from residing on the campus of a public or private institution of higher education.
Sponsor: John Raney
Relating to appointment of and performance of notarial acts by an online notary public and online acknowledgment and proof of written instruments; authorizing a fee and creating a criminal offense.
Sponsor: Tan Parker
Relating to a fee exemption for guardianship proceedings of certain military servicemembers and certain law enforcement officers, firefighters, and other first responders.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Relating to the electronic transmission of certain notice required for air quality permits.
Sponsor: Mary Perez
Relating to information regarding private employers who have veteran's employment preference policies.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to procedures for actions alleging failure to comply with certain standards to accommodate persons with disabilities.
Sponsor: John Smithee
Relating to weight limitations for natural gas motor vehicles.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the creation of the blue alert system to aid in the apprehension of an individual suspected of killing or causing serious bodily injury to a law enforcement officer.
Sponsor: John Whitmire
Relating to fees taxed as costs of suit for certain delinquent tax suits.
Sponsor: Mike Schofield
Relating to the creation of the offense of possession or promotion of lewd visual material depicting a child.
Sponsor: Tony Dale
Relating to the eligibility of a first responder for workers' compensation benefits for post-traumatic stress disorder.
Sponsor: John Wray
Relating to designation of mathematics innovation zones by the commissioner of education and to the establishment of pay for success programs to provide necessary funding.
Sponsor: Nicholas Taylor
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Optometry Board; authorizing a reduction in fees.
Sponsor: Charles Schwertner
Relating to state funding for school districts, including a school district to which an academically unacceptable school district is annexed.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Relating to the powers and duties of the Sabine-Neches Navigation District of Jefferson County.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to rules adopted by the commissioner of insurance to stabilize long-term care premium rates.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the removal of a public school student from an interscholastic athletic activity on the basis of a suspected concussion.
Sponsor: Four Price
Relating to the prosecution for the offense of injury to a child, elderly individual, or disabled individual.
Sponsor: Cindy Burkett
Relating to the designation of certain legislation on contract carriers as the Justin Little Act.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to restrictions on lobbyist expenditures from certain political contributions.
Sponsor: Charlie Geren
Relating to the powers and duties of navigation districts and port authorities.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to general officers within the state military department.
Sponsor: Bob Hall
Relating to the provision of embryo donation information.
Sponsor: John Raney
Relating to a grant program for reducing workplace violence against nurses.
Sponsor: Donna Howard
Relating to a defendant's right to appeal from a judgment or conviction in a municipal court of record.
Sponsor: Kyle Kacal
Relating to the appointment and duties of court investigators for certain courts in guardianship proceedings.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification; providing a criminal penalty and increasing a criminal penalty.
Sponsor: Joan Huffman
Relating to the use of municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue by certain municipalities.
Sponsor: Geanie Morrison
Relating to the elimination of straight-party voting.
Sponsor: Ron Simmons
Relating to the regulation of money services businesses.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to the participation of public state colleges in the Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Grant Program.
Sponsor: Joe Deshotel
Relating to the designation of a portion of Interstate Highway 20 as the Trooper Billy Jack Zachary Memorial Highway.
Sponsor: Brooks Landgraf
Relating to the provision of certain state benefits to certain peace officers and certain active and retired employees of community supervision and corrections departments.
Sponsor: Phil King
Relating to post-discharge services offered by a juvenile board or juvenile probation department to a child after the child's probation period ends.
Sponsor: Jose Menendez
Relating to the enforcement of certain warranties for a new motor vehicle.
Sponsor: John Smithee
Relating to the eligibility of land to continue to be appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if the land begins to be used for oil and gas operations.
Sponsor: Drew Darby
Relating to the offense of operating a motor vehicle without financial responsibility.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to the confidentiality of personal identifying information collected by certain airport governing boards.
Sponsor: Jane Nelson
Relating to the recording by a county clerk of certain documents relating to the sale or lease of public school land.
Sponsor: Stan Lambert
Commending Ken Daughtry of the Wheeler Volunteer Fire Department for his contribution to fighting the Texas Panhandle fires of March 2017.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Relating to contested cases conducted under the Administrative Procedure Act.
Sponsor: Craig Estes
Relating to the temporary exemption or tax reduction for certain high-cost gas.
Sponsor: Drew Darby
Relating to service contract providers.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to assisting certain children who are in foster care in the process of applying to institutions of higher education.
Sponsor: James White
Relating to inclusion of career and technology education in the mission of public education.
Sponsor: Cecil Bell
Relating to ensuring continuity of education and access to higher education, career information, and skills certification for foster care youth and former foster care youth.
Sponsor: Borris Miles
Relating to quorum and voting requirements for the transaction of business by the board of the Irving Flood Control District Section III of Dallas County.
Sponsor: Rodney Anderson
Relating to qualifications for certain teachers employed by certain open-enrollment charter schools.
Sponsor: Ernest Bailes
Relating to the entitlement of a lessee of property who is required to pay the ad valorem taxes on the property to receive notice of the appraised value of the property.
Sponsor: Tony Dale
Relating to health maintenance organization contracts with certain entities to provide health care services.
Sponsor: Larry Phillips
Relating to the authority of chiropractors to form certain business entities with certain other professions.
Sponsor: Kelly Hancock
Relating to requirements for charter schools established for the benefit of certain juvenile offenders.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to certain information provided to prospective adoptive parents by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to the timing of the expiration of water quality permits.
Sponsor: Tracy King
Relating to the application of sales and use taxes to certain food items.
Sponsor: Jim Murphy
Relating to the execution of a declaration for mental health treatment.
Sponsor: John Wray
Congratulating Svaksha Iyengar of Prosper High School on her selection as a National Merit Scholar finalist.
Sponsor: Scott Sanford
Relating to the authority and liability of owners and managers of apartment houses, manufactured home rental communities, condominiums, and multiple use facilities in charging tenants for submetered and nonsubmetered master metered water and wastewater services.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the financial exploitation of certain vulnerable adults.
Sponsor: Tan Parker
Relating to parental notification regarding public school teacher qualifications.
Sponsor: Linda Koop
Relating to certain substances listed in Penalty Group 2 of the Texas Controlled Substances Act.
Sponsor: Joan Huffman
Relating to the definition of a public entertainment facility and the promotion, sponsorship, or advertising of an entertainment event or venue or alcoholic beverage at certain governmentally owned public entertainment facilities.
Sponsor: Kelly Hancock
Relating to an annual report submitted to the comptroller by a municipality that imposes certain hotel occupancy taxes.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Relating to guidelines for prescribing opioid antagonists.
Sponsor: Royce West
Congratulating Myranda Flores of West Oso High School on her receipt of a 2017 Education to Employment Partners Scholarship.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Relating to the adoption of the Texas Revised Uniform Fiduciary Access to Digital Assets Act.
Sponsor: Nicholas Taylor
Relating to the accommodation of a deaf or hard of hearing student in driver education; authorizing a fee.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Relating to compensation and restitution to crime victims and the disposition of unclaimed restitution payments; providing for an administrative penalty; authorizing a fee.
Sponsor: Charlie Geren
Relating to the creation of the state safety oversight program for rail fixed guideway public transportation systems.
Sponsor: Robert Nichols
Relating to the powers and duties of a designated officer of a navigation district.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Relating to the procedures for identifying and notifying relevant federal agencies about certain child abuse and neglect investigations.
Sponsor: Ina Minjarez
Relating to the incontestability of certain contracts or leases submitted to the attorney general by certain water districts.
Sponsor: Tan Parker
Relating to deadlines for performing various functions in connection with the ad valorem tax system.
Sponsor: Jim Murphy
Relating to the certification of unopposed candidates for the board of directors of the North Harris County Regional Water Authority.
Sponsor: Paul Bettencourt
Relating to personnel requirements for water loss auditors.
Sponsor: Four Price
Relating to the authority of an advanced practice registered nurse or physician assistant to sign a death certificate in limited situations.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Relating to the program for improvement of collection of court costs, fees, and fines imposed in criminal cases.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Relating to the regulation of manufactured homes.
Sponsor: Tracy King
In memory of Steve Dekker of Houston.
Sponsor: Jessica Farrar
Relating to the definition of production used in determining the cost of goods sold for franchise tax purposes.
Sponsor: Dennis Bonnen
Relating to the exemption of certain commercial weighing or measuring devices from registration and inspection requirements.
Sponsor: J.M. Lozano
Relating to public outreach materials to foster awareness of certain public school curriculum requirements.
Sponsor: Ana Hernandez
Relating to the punishment for burglary and theft involving controlled substances.
Sponsor: John Kuempel
Relating to the confidentiality of certain personal information of an applicant for or a person protected by a protective order.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Relating to the election of the board of directors of the Panola County Groundwater Conservation District.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to the savings incentive program for state agencies.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to restricting the use of covered information, including student personally identifiable information, by an operator of a website, online service, online application, or mobile application for a school purpose.
Sponsor: Gary Vandeaver
Relating to a court order authorizing temporary care of a minor child.
Sponsor: Cesar Blanco
Relating to a requirement that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality provide an expedited procedure for acting on certain applications for an amendment to a water right by certain applicants that use desalinated seawater.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Relating to the use of the skills development fund to facilitate the relocation to or expansion in this state of employers offering complex or high-skilled employment opportunities.
Sponsor: Carol Alvarado
Relating to venue in the prosecution of certain criminal conduct involving obstruction or retaliation.
Sponsor: J.M. Lozano
Relating to requirements for screenings in public or private schools to detect vision disorders of students.
Sponsor: Dennis Bonnen
Relating to the definition of "qualifying job" for purposes of certification by the comptroller of public accounts as a qualifying data center.
Sponsor: Dwayne Bohac
Relating to procedures in a suit for dissolution of a marriage or a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Congratulating Sarah Carrillo on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating the Avinger High School boys' basketball team on winning the 2016 UIL Class 1A state championship.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Congratulating Johanna Peralta Lopez, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Middle College High School.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Commemorating Texas Independence Day 2018.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating Oleta Smith of Dumas on the occasion of her 100th birthday.
Sponsor: Four Price
Recognizing the 2017 class of the NEW Leadership Texas Summer Institute.
Sponsor: Donna Howard
Commemorating Flag Day 2018.
Sponsor: Four Price
Commending J Andrew Ehlinger for his service as a policy analyst in the office of State Representative Gene Wu.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Commending Ben Utley for his work as legislative director in the office of State Representative Jason Villalba.
Sponsor: Jason Villalba
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1731.
Sponsor: Brooks Landgraf
Congratulating Omar Robert Sanchez Jr. on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Victoria Calderon on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Lizbeth Ramirez of El Paso on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Samantha Morales on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Honoring Sandra Elisa Licon for her service on the board of the San Elizario ISD.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
In memory of Peggy Butler Duda of Lockhart.
Sponsor: John Cyrier
Honoring Pastor Joe F. Russell on the occasion of his 20th pastoral anniversary at Greater Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church in Houston.
Sponsor: Armando Walle
In memory of Chief of Police Steven "Eric" DiSario of Kirkersville, Ohio.
Sponsor: Dan Huberty
Commemorating the 27th anniversary of the Buckner Family Hope Center at Aldine.
Sponsor: Armando Walle
Congratulating Mackenzie Arnold, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Calallen High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Honoring the Deer Park Lions Club on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the founding of Lions Clubs International.
Sponsor: Briscoe Cain
Congratulating Whitney Mae McClendon, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Banquete High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Allison Stewart and Kate Daugherty of Midland High School on winning the 2017 UIL 6A girls' doubles tennis state championship.
Sponsor: Tom Craddick
Congratulating Eric Torres, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at London High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Mark W. Robbins on his receipt of a 2016-2017 Daniel E. Kilgore Local History Award from the Nueces County Historical Society.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
In memory of Betty Yezak of Bremond.
Sponsor: Kyle Kacal
Congratulating the Tuloso-Midway High School academic decathlon team on its success during the 2016-2017 season.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commending Natalie Renee Smith for her service as constituent services coordinator in the office of State Representative James White.
Sponsor: James White
Honoring the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors for its work.
Sponsor: Tony Dale
Congratulating Joseph Daniel Valenzuela Jr. on his graduation from Cedar Ridge High School in Round Rock.
Sponsor: Rodney Anderson
Congratulating Alondra Esparza of El Paso on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Yzabelle Chacon on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
In memory of Lisa Rachelle Freeman Anderson of San Marcos.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Commemorating the 30th anniversary of Gonzalez Elementary School in Brownsville.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
In memory of John Treviño Jr. of Austin.
Sponsor: Eddie Rodriguez
Congratulating athletes from House District 19 who competed at the 2017 UIL Track & Field State Meet.
Sponsor: James White
In memory of Ofilia Barrera Dominguez of Edroy.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Congratulating Alexandra Esther Herrera on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Commending the House Parliamentarian's Office for its work during the 85th Legislative Session.
Sponsor: Victoria Neave Criado
Congratulating Hayley Wilson on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Ricardo Bueno on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Samantha Muñoz on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Justen Nava on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
In memory of Bruce Livingston Collins Jr. of Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Todd Hunter
Congratulating Jose Villalobos on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Kimberly Zubiate on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Commending Sandra Talton for her service as committee director for the House Select Committee on Mental Health and for the House Committee on Public Health.
Sponsor: Four Price
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 2244.
Sponsor: Helen Giddings
Congratulating Imani Pepen on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Sidney Mhlanga on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Relating to the public retirement systems of certain municipalities.
Sponsor: Joan Huffman
In memory of Agapito G. Hinojosa Sr. of Kingwood.
Sponsor: Dan Huberty
In memory of Eddie Bob Vantreese of Waxahachie.
Sponsor: John Wray
Congratulating Byron and Madison Smith of Huntington on the birth of their son, Hudson Andrew Smith.
Sponsor: Rodney Anderson
Congratulating Josey Mitchell on her selection as the 2016-2017 Teacher of the Year at Coronado High School in El Paso.
Sponsor: Joe Pickett
Honoring the 2017 valedictorians and salutatorians of the Rio Grande Valley high schools.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Honoring the Leo Club at Goose Creek Memorial High School on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the founding of Lions Clubs International.
Sponsor: Briscoe Cain
Recognizing the Rio Fest BBQ Showdown in Rio Grande City.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Honoring the Baytown Lions Club on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the founding of Lions Clubs International.
Sponsor: Briscoe Cain
Congratulating Edie Carter of Amarillo College on receiving the 2017 Faculty Innovation Award from the American Association of Community Colleges.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating Juan Antonio Hernandez on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating James Girvin on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Snow's BBQ in Lexington on ranking first on the 2017 list of the Top 50 Barbecue Joints in Texas published by Texas Monthly.
Sponsor: John Cyrier
Congratulating Jaiden Alvarado on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Jacob Anguiano on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
In memory of Sam Fore Keach Jr.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Kyle Donnelly on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Randy Allen, head football coach at Highland Park High School, on his 350th career victory.
Sponsor: Morgan Meyer
Commending the Honorable Elliott Naishtat for his service as a member of the Texas House of Representatives.
Sponsor: Gina Hinojosa
Congratulating Brooklyn Tompkins of Panhandle High School on capturing the silver medal in the Class 2A girls' shot put at the 2017 UIL Track & Field State Meet.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating Martin Peña on his retirement as executive director of the South Texas Association of Schools.
Sponsor: Rene Oliveira
Honoring Dallas firefighter/paramedic William An for his courage and heroism in the line of duty.
Sponsor: Victoria Neave Criado
Honoring Derek V. Baker of McKinney for his community engagement and his service to the Collin County Conservative Republicans.
Sponsor: Scott Sanford
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 2014.
Sponsor: Leighton Schubert
Commemorating Thanksgiving 2017.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating Lizbeth Tamara Rayas on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Rudy Hernandez on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2445.
Sponsor: Lynn Stucky
Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating Brittany Anders on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Rudy Alexander Zavala on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Honoring the Morgan Foundation for its work to improve research on eating disorders.
Sponsor: Jeff Leach
Commending Kate Girvin of the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso for her many accomplishments.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Honoring Jim Richardson on his retirement as headmaster of Dallas Academy.
Sponsor: Dwayne Bohac
Congratulating Cassandra Allen on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Jonathan Perez on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
In memory of Jordan Javon Edwards of Mesquite.
Sponsor: Toni Rose
Congratulating Julissa Mitchell on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Genesis Holguin on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Saherish Surani, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Veterans Memorial High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
In memory of Ernestine Holt Bridges of Mesquite.
Sponsor: Cindy Burkett
Congratulating Reuben Lewis, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Veterans Memorial High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
In memory of Mary Lou Paddie Deville of Center.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
In memory of Alvan Richard Sandoval of The Colony.
Sponsor: Pat Fallon
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 22.
Sponsor: Dan Huberty
In memory of native Texan Powers Boothe.
Sponsor: Dustin Burrows
In memory of Charley James Wasson of Lubbock.
Sponsor: Dustin Burrows
In memory of Gladys Genevieve Martindale.
Sponsor: Four Price
Commending the members of the House Committee Coordinator's Office for their work during the 85th Legislative Session.
Sponsor: Gary Vandeaver
Congratulating the Texas Tech University baseball team on winning the 2017 Big 12 Conference regular season championship.
Sponsor: John Frullo
Relating to the powers and duties of the Department of Family and Protective Services and the transfer of certain powers and duties from the Health and Human Services Commission.
Sponsor: James Frank
Commemorating Gold Star Mother's Day 2017.
Sponsor: Four Price
Recognizing the Winter Wonderland Festival in Rio Grande City.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Congratulating Melvin and Jessie Sampley of Arlington on their 66th wedding anniversary.
Sponsor: John Wray
Commending Clint Harned for his service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Cecil Bell.
Sponsor: Cecil Bell
Congratulating Luvly Williams of Shamrock High School on winning the Class 1A girls' 100-meter dash at the 2017 UIL Track & Field State Meet.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Congratulating the Bethune Day Nursery in Corpus Christi on its 75th anniversary.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Matthew Prospero on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Commemorating the 2018 Freedom Ball hosted by the Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Waco Aviation Alliance.
Sponsor: Kyle Kacal
Congratulating Adilene Villarreal on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Alexander Miranda on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Recognizing National Glaucoma Awareness Month in January 2018.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating Matthew and Vanessa Foster of Allen on the birth of their son, Jackson McKinley Foster.
Sponsor: Rodney Anderson
Commending Rod Welsh for his service with the Office of the House Sergeant-at-Arms.
Sponsor: Tom Craddick
Congratulating Dr. Rodney M. Wiseman on his election as president of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians.
Sponsor: J.D. Sheffield
Congratulating Jordan Moeller, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at W. B. Ray High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Chris Howell on his receipt of a 2017 Quest for Success Award from the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce.
Sponsor: Toni Rose
Congratulating Sheridan Ashlynn Steen, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Incarnate Word Academy High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Arleen Rubio on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Commending Haley Entrop for her service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Chris Turner.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
In memory of Frank Lower of Marshall.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1289.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Commending Cassidy Story for her service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Kyle Kacal.
Sponsor: Kyle Kacal
In memory of Betty Lynn Pittman Hobgood.
Sponsor: John Frullo
Honoring Zachary Cousin of Winnsboro for helping to rescue his family after a serious vehicle accident.
Sponsor: Cole Hefner
Congratulating Sylvia Hopp on her retirement as superintendent of the San Elizario Independent School District.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Savannah Gonzalez on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Deacon E. Generes DuFour on his retirement as director of the Criminal Justice Office of the Catholic Diocese of Austin.
Sponsor: James White
Congratulating Lisette Gonzalez on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Maribel Yanez on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating the Hallsville High School drill team on winning the grand championship title at the 2016 Showtime National Drill Team Contest.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Expressing support for the selection of Dallas as host of the 2036 Texas Bicentennial Exposition.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Congratulating Justin Zavala, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Dr. M. L. Garza-Gonzalez Charter School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Honoring the Commission on State Emergency Communications and the regional planning commissions of Texas for 30 years of service.
Sponsor: Dustin Burrows
Commemorating Memorial Day 2018.
Sponsor: Four Price
In memory of James Clayton Young of Alba.
Sponsor: Lance Gooden
In memory of Noe Tinajero of Eagle Pass.
Sponsor: Poncho Nevarez
Congratulating Ed and Susan Auler of Austin on their 50th wedding anniversary.
Sponsor: Tom Craddick
Congratulating Janelle Sosa, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Harold T. Branch Academy for Career and Technical Education.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Captain Brad Chappell on his retirement as an Internal Affairs Unit investigator from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Congratulating Mario Ramirez Jr., salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at West Oso High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
In memory of Emily Ann Galiano of Sunnyvale.
Sponsor: Lance Gooden
Congratulating Amanda Jean Vodicka, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Harold T. Branch Academy for Career and Technical Education.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating the High Ground of Texas on its 30th anniversary in 2018.
Sponsor: Four Price
Commemorating Easter 2018.
Sponsor: Four Price
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 533.
Sponsor: Charlie Geren
Commending Kelsey Marsh for her service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Ana Hernandez.
Sponsor: Ana Hernandez
Congratulating Josselyn Obregon on earning recognition at the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association 2017 spring convention.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Elijah Escamilla on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Cassandra R. Terrazas on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Honoring Carilu Hernandez of Wright Elementary School for her participation in the Texas State Teachers Association Thank Teachers ad campaign.
Sponsor: Tomas Uresti
Congratulating Jesus Vasquez on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Honoring Catherine Nance for her advocacy efforts during her battle against cancer.
Sponsor: Jessica Farrar
Commending Genesis Murcia for her service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Eddie Rodriguez.
Sponsor: Eddie Rodriguez
Congratulating Jillian Hodges on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
In memory of Lucille Louie Gee of Houston.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Congratulating the members of the Americas High School Libertas Academy Class of 2017 on their graduation.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
In memory of Lilia Pena of Hebbronville.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Congratulating Jon Weizenbaum on his retirement as commissioner of the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services.
Sponsor: J.D. Sheffield
Congratulating Linda Caram of Fort Worth on her 50th anniversary with AT&T.
Sponsor: Stephanie Klick
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1148.
Sponsor: Greg Bonnen
Congratulating Robert Carter IV, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Foy H. Moody High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
In memory of Shaelynn Welch of Lubbock.
Sponsor: Dustin Burrows
Recognizing June 30, 2017, as Vaquero Day.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
In memory of Bryce Anthony Montgomery of Grand Prairie.
Sponsor: Rodney Anderson
In memory of James Dwight Barkham Jr. of Forney.
Sponsor: Lance Gooden
In memory of Dr. Mario E. Ramirez of Rio Grande City.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
In memory of Cynthia Kay DeBord Waters of Grand Prairie.
Sponsor: Rodney Anderson
Relating to the retirement systems for and the provision of other benefits to police and fire fighters in certain municipalities.
Sponsor: Dan Flynn
Congratulating Dr. Mark A. Baker on his appointment as president of the American Osteopathic Association.
Sponsor: J.D. Sheffield
In memory of Robert Gene Brashear of Raymondville.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Commending the participants in the Texas Tech University Legislative Internship Program.
Sponsor: John Frullo
In memory of Linda Cottar of Baytown.
Sponsor: Briscoe Cain
Commemorating Veterans Day 2018.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating the Wisdom High School boys' soccer team on its success during the 2016-2017 season.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Commending Alexander Stephens for his service as a legislative analyst in the office of State Representative Rodney Anderson.
Sponsor: Rodney Anderson
Commending Sarah Gomez for her service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Tomas Uresti.
Sponsor: Tomas Uresti
Recognizing June 30, 2018, as Vaquero Day.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Congratulating Jesusa Razzo on receiving a Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi Student Support Services Outstanding Award.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commending Roxanne Soheyla Meraji on her service as a legislative intern and policy analyst in the office of State Representative Tomas Uresti.
Sponsor: Tomas Uresti
Commending Savannah Jane Reed for her service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Rodney Anderson.
Sponsor: Rodney Anderson
Commending Adrian Piloto for his service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Tony Dale.
Sponsor: Tony Dale
Commending former state representative Bill G. Carter for his 65 years of service to State Farm Insurance.
Sponsor: Stephanie Klick
Commending Halen Butler for his service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Cecil Bell.
Sponsor: Cecil Bell
In memory of David Earl LaRue of Midlothian.
Sponsor: John Wray
Commending Manuel E. Lopez III on his participation in the 2017 Moreno/Rangel Legislative Leadership Program.
Sponsor: Rafael Anchia
In memory of Ronald Richard Butts of Lubbock.
Sponsor: Tracy King
Congratulating Krystopher Vargas on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
In memory of Alvin Clement Michalik of Rhineland.
Sponsor: Tracy King
Congratulating Summer Diaz on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Helue Flores on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
In memory of William Howard "Bill" Kennedy of Woodsboro.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Ryan and Lauren Trimble on the birth of their daughter, Tabitha Mae Trimble.
Sponsor: Morgan Meyer
Congratulating Albert Hernandez on receiving an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
In memory of Richard George "Dick" Fettig.
Sponsor: Pat Fallon
Relating to the relative or other designated caregiver placement program and to monetary assistance provided by the Department of Family and Protective Services to certain relative or designated caregivers; creating a criminal offense; creating a civil penalty.
Sponsor: Cindy Burkett
In memory of former Texas Tech University assistant football coach Bob Patterson.
Sponsor: Dustin Burrows
Commending Frank Ramirez Jr. of San Antonio for his service to his state and nation.
Sponsor: Tomas Uresti
Congratulating Karley J. Hendricks, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Agua Dulce High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
In memory of Monte Moore of Lamesa.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Congratulating the members of the Leadership Dallas Class of 2017.
Sponsor: Rafael Anchia
Congratulating the girls' track and field team of Union Grove High School in Gladewater on winning the 2017 UIL 2A state championship.
Sponsor: Jay Dean
Commemorating Gold Star Mother's Day 2018.
Sponsor: Four Price
Commending Paola Pina for her service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Roland Gutierrez.
Sponsor: Roland Gutierrez
Congratulating Anna Elise Trevino, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Collegiate High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Honoring It's Going To Be Ok, Inc., for its work to eradicate human trafficking and sexual exploitation.
Sponsor: Victoria Neave Criado
In memory of Dr. Mario E. Ramirez of Rio Grande City.
Sponsor: Robert Guerra
Congratulating Elizabeth Kerpon and Henry Farley on their wedding.
Sponsor: Four Price
Recognizing October 2017 as Italian History Month in the State of Texas.
Sponsor: Dade Phelan
Commemorating the 150th anniversary of Bethlehem African Methodist Episcopal Church in Old Ocean.
Sponsor: Dennis Bonnen
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Texas Cattle Feeders Association.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating Andrea Miranda Paez on her selection as the 2016-2017 Laredo Sector Border Patrol Youth of the Year.
Sponsor: Richard Raymond
Commending Trang-Thu "Mimi" Duong for her service as a policy analyst in the office of State Representative Gene Wu.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Congratulating Bruce Pearson on his retirement as the city manager of Pleasanton.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Congratulating Gus Cargile Jr. of Corpus Christi on his 95th birthday.
Sponsor: Todd Hunter
In memory of Loren Rodney Overbo.
Sponsor: Tracy King
Congratulating Hannah Hirst of Katy on her acceptance to the United States Military Academy at West Point.
Sponsor: Mike Schofield
Recognizing September 17, 2017, as Constitution Day.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating Jacob Ian Snyder of Mabank High School on winning the 2017 UIL 4A Lincoln-Douglas Debate state championship.
Sponsor: Lance Gooden
Congratulating Ezra N. Garza, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Collegiate High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Mercedes Virginia Gonzalez, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Foy H. Moody High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Honoring Sergeant Robert Wayne Watson of the Dallas Police Department for saving the life of a fellow first responder during an active-shooter incident.
Sponsor: Victoria Neave Criado
Commending Jeffrey Chatman for his service as legislative director in the office of State Representative Rodney Anderson.
Sponsor: Rodney Anderson
Congratulating the Dumas High School boys' wrestling team on winning the 2017 UIL 5A state championship.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating Portia King on receiving a Community Builder Award from Masonic Lodge No. 856 in Joaquin.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Opportunities, Inc., senior citizen center in Borger.
Sponsor: Four Price
Commemorating Patriot Day, September 11, 2018.
Sponsor: Four Price
Commending Emily Eppright Kirchner for her service as chief of staff in the office of State Representative Ed Thompson.
Sponsor: Ed Thompson
Recognizing November 2018 as American Diabetes Month.
Sponsor: Four Price
Honoring Rene Vasquez for his 30-year career in sports broadcasting.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commemorating the Fourth of July, 2018.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating Dillon Humpal, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at London High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Recognizing April 2018 as Distracted Driving Awareness Month in Texas.
Sponsor: Four Price
Commemorating Thanksgiving 2018.
Sponsor: Four Price
Commending Jennifer McCoy of Juan Seguin High School on her perfect attendance during the 2016-2017 school year.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
Recognizing May 2017 as Lupus Awareness Month.
Sponsor: Toni Rose
Commemorating Patriot Day, September 11, 2017.
Sponsor: Four Price
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1462.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Commending Farish Mozley for her service as communications director in the office of State Representative Jason Villalba.
Sponsor: Jason Villalba
Commending the House Journal Clerk's Office for its service during the 85th Legislative Session.
Sponsor: John Raney
Recognizing May 2018 as National Mental Health Month.
Sponsor: Four Price
Commending Andrea Ojeda for her service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Rafael Anchia.
Sponsor: Rafael Anchia
Commending Pat Menville for her service as president of the Sharpstown Civic Association.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
In memory of Claudette McInnis Thomas and William John Thomas of Raymondville.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Commemorating Christmas 2017.
Sponsor: Four Price
In memory of R. Wayne Gibson of Leander.
Sponsor: Paul Workman
Commending the San Antonio Water System for the assistance it provided to the Corpus Christi community in December 2016.
Sponsor: Roland Gutierrez
Congratulating David A. Byrnes on his retirement as sheriff of Kaufman County.
Sponsor: Lance Gooden
In memory of Kenneth Ray Morrison.
Sponsor: Dan Huberty
Commending Cailey Hudson of Juan Seguin High School on her perfect attendance during the 2016-2017 school year.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
In memory of Charles Loyd Graham of Normangee.
Sponsor: Trent Ashby
Commemorating Mother's Day 2018.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating J. C. and Dorothy Smith of Buna on their 60th wedding anniversary.
Sponsor: James White
Congratulating Jamie Solis, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Roy Miller High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commending Brian Pounds for his service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Eddie Rodriguez.
Sponsor: Eddie Rodriguez
Congratulating the Klein High School academic team on winning the 6A title at the 2017 UIL Academic State Meet.
Sponsor: Kevin Roberts
Congratulating Gena Gardiner on her retirement from the Highland Park Independent School District.
Sponsor: Morgan Meyer
Honoring the Amarillo Area Foundation on its 60th anniversary.
Sponsor: Four Price
In memory of Henry Albert Phillips Jr.
Sponsor: Terry Wilson
Recognizing the eighth-grade class of Nova Academy on the occasion of its visit to the State Capitol.
Sponsor: Toni Rose
Honoring Cal Farley's Boys Ranch on the occasion of its 25th anniversary as a coeducational institution.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating Michael Glennon Rock, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Incarnate Word Academy High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating the Waskom High School football team on winning the 2015 UIL 3A Division 2 state championship.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Congratulating Laura Palomo, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Dr. M. L. Garza-Gonzalez Charter School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
In memory of K. Roger Williams of Amarillo.
Sponsor: John Smithee
Congratulating Corbin Lewis on receiving the Superstar Award from the McNair Scholars Program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commemorating Christmas 2018.
Sponsor: Four Price
Commending Joan Buschor on her service as president of Super Neighborhood Council No. 20-Mid-West in Houston.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
In memory of Martha S. Gonzalez of Premont.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Recognizing May 19, 2018, as Armed Forces Day.
Sponsor: Four Price
Recognizing February 4 through 10, 2018, as Texas Affordable Housing Week.
Sponsor: Eddie Rodriguez
Recognizing May 3, 2018, as National Day of Prayer in Texas.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating Felix Longoria Jr. of Corpus Christi on his 96th birthday.
Sponsor: Todd Hunter
In memory of Rubin S. Leal of Poteet.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Congratulating Miesha Jones on receiving an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Nneka Ukegbu on receiving an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Michelle McGaha on her receipt of an Outstanding Award from the McNair Scholars Program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commemorating the 90th anniversary of the Moore County News-Press.
Sponsor: Four Price
Commending the staff of the State Preservation Board for their service.
Sponsor: Gina Hinojosa
Commemorating Veterans Day 2017.
Sponsor: Four Price
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1913.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Congratulating Hope Nicole Ranly, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Banquete High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Honoring the Pasadena Lions Club on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the founding of Lions Clubs International.
Sponsor: Briscoe Cain
In memory of Raul M. Hinojosa of San Isidro.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 968.
Sponsor: Carol Alvarado
Commending Hannah Jordan Bevers for her service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Gene Wu.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Commending Sandra Rodriguez for her service as council president of Super Neighborhood No. 27--Gulfton.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Congratulating Rush Hoelscher, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Tuloso-Midway High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Recognizing the Texas Association of Public Employee Retirement Systems.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Commending Cassidy Taylor Zgabay for her service as an intern in the office of State Representative Dwayne Bohac.
Sponsor: Dwayne Bohac
In memory of Natalie Cowen Gonzalez of Sugar Land.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Congratulating the students from House District 19 who competed at the 2017 UIL Academic State Meet.
Sponsor: James White
Congratulating ZaDarius Webber of Klein Forest High School on his selection as a 2017 Student Hero by the Texas State Board of Education.
Sponsor: Kevin Roberts
Congratulating Kassandra Juarez of Rio Grande City on receiving a Best Mariachi Vocalist in the U.S. award at the 2016 Mariachi Vargas Extravaganza National Vocal Competition.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
In memory of Orlando A. "Lonnie" Correa of Raymondville.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Congratulating Alejandro Jorge Olvera, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Calallen Charter High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Michelle Mirelez on earning recognition at the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association 2017 spring convention.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Jessie Danielle Torres, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Bishop High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Weslyn Urquhart on winning a silver medal in the 2A girls' triple jump at the 2017 UIL Track & Field State Meet.
Sponsor: Four Price
Recognizing June 2018 as National Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month.
Sponsor: Four Price
In memory of Bill Lovelady of El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Lesly Carreon, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at West Oso High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Katie Lynn Gasiorowski, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at W. B. Ray High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commending Carlos Dinkel for his service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Eddie Rodriguez.
Sponsor: Eddie Rodriguez
Congratulating Adam Armendariz, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Mary Carroll High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating the Bushland High School robotics team on winning the 2017 UIL FIRST Tech Challenge state championship.
Sponsor: Four Price
In memory of Hermann Buschor of Houston.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Commending Kristen Elizabeth Flores for her service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Tomas Uresti.
Sponsor: Tomas Uresti
Commending Ian Slingsby for his service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Chris Turner.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
Congratulating the Pleasanton Express on its outstanding showing in the 2017 South Texas Press Association Better Newspaper Contest.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Congratulating Meagan Falcon on earning recognition at the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association 2017 spring convention.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
In memory of John P. Dewine of Cleveland, Ohio.
Sponsor: Dan Huberty
Congratulating Julieta Brusco of Incarnate Word Academy in Corpus Christi on winning the grand national championship title for first grade in the 2017 Zaner-Bloser National Handwriting Contest.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Ellie Makae Tilton, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Calallen High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commending McKenna Skeeters for her service as a legislative assistant in the office of State Representative Jason Villalba.
Sponsor: Jason Villalba
Commending Alyssa Perez Morrison for her service as a policy analyst in the office of State Representative Gene Wu.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Honoring Biridiana Navarro, district director for Representative Tomas Uresti, on her educational accomplishments.
Sponsor: Tomas Uresti
Congratulating Benjamin Daniel Shackelford and Annie Avary on their wedding.
Sponsor: William Metcalf
Commending Cathy Ownby of Juan Seguin High School on her perfect attendance during the 2016-2017 school year.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
Commending Victoria Godinez on her participation in the 2017 Moreno/Rangel Legislative Leadership Program.
Sponsor: Rafael Anchia
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 2065.
Sponsor: John Kuempel
In memory of Gloria Caballero Vaello of Benavides.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Commending Mariadela Villegas for her service as a policy analyst in the office of State Representative Tomas Uresti.
Sponsor: Tomas Uresti
Commending Jovahana Avila for her service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Eddie Rodriguez.
Sponsor: Eddie Rodriguez
Commending Rachel Dunnam for her service as director of environmental affairs in the office of State Representative Charlie Geren and as assistant clerk for the House Administration Committee.
Sponsor: Charlie Geren
Commending the House Business Office staff for its work during the 85th Legislative Session.
Sponsor: Jay Dean
Relating to the provision of child protective services and other health and human services by certain state agencies or under contract with a state agency, including foster care, child protective, relative and kinship caregiver support, prevention and early intervention health care, and adoption services.
Sponsor: Charles Schwertner
In memory of Edmon Grant "Sandy" Hall.
Sponsor: Robert Guerra
Commending the House Research Organization for its work during the 85th Legislative Session.
Sponsor: Dwayne Bohac
Honoring Jesse Ancira Jr. for his service to the City of Taylor and the State of Texas.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Honoring Martha Gonzalez for her achievements as principal of Wright Elementary School in San Antonio.
Sponsor: Tomas Uresti
Congratulating Jeff Edward Frazier Sr. on the success of his Michael's Sermon series of novels.
Sponsor: James White
Recognizing June 27, 2017, as Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Day and the month of June as Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Month in Texas.
Sponsor: Roland Gutierrez
Commending Saul Mendoza for his service as chief of staff in the office of State Representative James White.
Sponsor: James White
In memory of Myriam Silvana Chavez of Houston.
Sponsor: Briscoe Cain
Recognizing the Starr County Fair Association Cook-off in Rio Grande City.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
In memory of Barbara Dunn Kuhl of Houston.
Sponsor: Jim Murphy
Congratulating Austin "Rose" Heilman on receiving a Rising Star Award from the McNair Scholars Program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Recognizing February 2018 as American Heart Month in Texas.
Sponsor: Four Price
Commending Kylie Calabrese for her service as legislative director in the office of State Representative Chris Turner.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
Honoring Ruby Ramirez Franco on her posthumous induction into the Conjunto Music Hall of Fame.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Earlmond Hammond III on his graduation from Prairie View A&M University.
Sponsor: Harold Dutton
Congratulating Letty Garza on her retirement from KRGV-TV.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
In memory of Richard Rodriguez of Houston.
Sponsor: Jessica Farrar
Congratulating Calysta Elise Guerrero, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Bishop High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
In memory of David C. Bonnen of Angleton.
Sponsor: Ed Thompson
Commending James Moore for his service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Eddie Rodriguez.
Sponsor: Eddie Rodriguez
Recognizing the staff of the Texas Legislative Council.
Sponsor: Tom Oliverson
Recognizing September 17, 2018, as Constitution Day.
Sponsor: Four Price
Commending Jacob Rosen for his service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Cecil Bell.
Sponsor: Cecil Bell
Congratulating Jerry Birdsong on his retirement as superintendent of Stratford Independent School District.
Sponsor: Four Price
Commending Charmaine LeBlanc for her service as vice president of the Sharpstown Civic Association.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Commending Jake Breault for his service as legislative director in the office of State Representative James White.
Sponsor: James White
Honoring A. J. Foyt on his career in motorsports.
Sponsor: Cecil Bell
Congratulating T. C. and Mary Jo Ellard of Coppell on their 60th wedding anniversary.
Sponsor: Matt Rinaldi
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 555.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Congratulating Rianna Turner, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Tuloso-Midway High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating the Cumby High School Z robotics team on winning first place in its division at the VEX Robotics Competition High School World Championship.
Sponsor: Dan Flynn
Honoring the Panhandle Behavioral Health Alliance for its efforts to improve the region's mental health care system.
Sponsor: Four Price
Commending Amber Ray for her 30 years of service as a legislative staff member.
Sponsor: Stephanie Klick
Relating to child protective services suits, motions, and services by the Department of Family and Protective Services and to the licensing of certain facilities, homes, and agencies that provide child-care services.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Commending Cheryl Hankamer for her service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Chris Turner.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Starr County Melon Strike.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Commending the Taft Independent School District on its partnership with Code to the Future.
Sponsor: J.M. Lozano
Congratulating Chuck Brawner on his election as mayor of Katy.
Sponsor: Mike Schofield
Congratulating Jackelyn Rosalee Barrera of Roma on receiving a Best Mariachi Vocalist in the U.S. award at the 2014 Mariachi Vargas Extravaganza National Vocal Competition.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Honoring Travis Miller Griffin Sr., chief of staff for Representative Dwayne Bohac, for two decades of public service and political engagement.
Sponsor: John Wray
Commending John Daniel Hagan for his service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative James White.
Sponsor: James White
Commending the members of the House Business Office special services department for their work during the 85th Legislative Session.
Sponsor: Jay Dean
Congratulating assistant baseball coach Jim Miller on his retirement from Waxahachie High School.
Sponsor: John Wray
Honoring the Leo Club at Crosby High School on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the founding of Lions Clubs International.
Sponsor: Briscoe Cain
Commending Roushon Talcott for her service as legislative director in the office of State Representative Tomas Uresti.
Sponsor: Tomas Uresti
Congratulating Carrie Isaac of Dripping Springs on graduating with a master of science degree in health education.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Honoring the Crosby Lions Club on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the founding of Lions Clubs International.
Sponsor: Briscoe Cain
Congratulating Lucky Olivas of Lamesa High School on winning second place in the prepared speech contest at the BPA 2017 National Leadership Conference.
Sponsor: Tom Craddick
Congratulating Sibyl Westenhaver on her selection as the 2017 Senior of the Year by the City of Katy.
Sponsor: Mike Schofield
Congratulating Kahlan Rebekah Martin on her graduation as salutatorian of the Summer Creek High School Class of 2017.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
In memory of British Army Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) David Grafton Hannam of Carrollton.
Sponsor: Pat Fallon
Congratulating the boys' 4x200-meter relay team from Valley High School in Turkey, Texas, on winning the Class 1A state championship at the 2017 UIL Track & Field State Meet.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Commending Brandon Bell on his service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Cecil Bell.
Sponsor: Cecil Bell
Congratulating Lorenzo Rodriguez III on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Jacqueline Jimenez on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Commending the House Business Office staff for its work during the 85th Legislative Session.
Sponsor: Jay Dean
Congratulating Savannah Araujo on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Matthew Garcia on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Sebastian Tellez on his graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Commending Emily Bresnahan for her service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Joe Moody and as an assistant clerk for the House Committee on Criminal Jurisprudence.
Sponsor: Joseph Moody
Congratulating Mathew Hernandez, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Robstown Early College High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Honoring Ellen Fontana for her service as Capitol nurse practitioner.
Sponsor: Donna Howard
Congratulating Edna Joan Clark Miller of Arlington on her 80th birthday and on her retirement.
Sponsor: Rodney Anderson
Commending Jack Reed for his service as a clerk to the House Committee on Public Education.
Sponsor: Dan Huberty
Congratulating Guadalupe Sanchez on her graduation from the Americas High School Libertas Academy in El Paso.
Sponsor: Mary Gonzalez
Congratulating Shirlane Wilkerson on her retirement from the U.S. Social Security Administration.
Sponsor: Harold Dutton
Congratulating Naomi Narvaiz of San Marcos on her 50th birthday.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Congratulating Gabrielle Kopenski on her success at the 2017 Speedo Sectionals Championship Series in College Station.
Sponsor: Scott Sanford
Commending Kari Pennington for her service as a policy analyst in the office of State Representative James White.
Sponsor: James White
Congratulating Elva Morato on her retirement from the Brownsville Independent School District.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Commending the Chief Clerk's Office for its service during the 85th Legislative Session.
Sponsor: Hubert Vo
In memory of Janeera Gonzalez of Irving.
Sponsor: Rodney Anderson
Authorizing the lieutenant governor and the speaker to appoint interim joint committees.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
In memory of San Antonio firefighter Scott Deem.
Sponsor: Justin Rodriguez
Congratulating Chase Thompson of Rule High School on winning gold medals in the boys' 100-meter and 400-meter dash events at the 2017 UIL Track & Field State Meet.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Honoring Mike and Amy Clements of Gregg County for their philanthropy.
Sponsor: Jay Dean
Congratulating Tamira Jackson, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Roy Miller High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commending the Sigma chapter of Delta Epsilon Mu at The University of Texas at Austin for its community service.
Sponsor: Gina Hinojosa
In memory of fallen Texas DPS Trooper David Irvine Rucker.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Congratulating Jordan Moeller of W. B. Ray High School in Corpus Christi on his selection as a 2017 Buc Days King Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commending Clifford Mills for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 3026 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Congratulating Savannah Cushman of Sea Scout Ship 208, SSS Red Skies, in Baytown on her appointment as the 2017-2018 regional boatswain for the Sea Scouts Southern Region.
Sponsor: Briscoe Cain
Congratulating Eddie Lee of Midland Christian School on his receipt of an honorary doctorate from Abilene Christian University.
Sponsor: Tom Craddick
Congratulating Catherine Schultz of Incarnate Word Academy in Corpus Christi on her selection as a 2017 Miss Buc Days Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Mallory Smith of Henrietta M. King High School in Kingsville on her selection as a 2017 Miss Buc Days Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Jake Merrell of Valley High School in Turkey, Texas, on winning three gold medals at the 2017 UIL Track & Field State Meet.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Recognizing the Legislative Budget Board for its work during the 85th Legislative Session.
Sponsor: Diego Bernal
Congratulating Representative Pat Fallon on completing the 2016 World Marathon Challenge.
Sponsor: Richard Raymond
Congratulating Scott Beckett on the success of his students at the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association 2017 spring convention.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Lori Barnett Dodson on her retirement from the Garland City Council.
Sponsor: Angie Button
Commending the graduates of Parent University at Manuel Jara Elementary School in Fort Worth.
Sponsor: Ramon Romero
Congratulating the Junction High School cheerleading squad on winning the UIL 2A Spirit State Championship for two consecutive years.
Sponsor: Andrew Murr
Congratulating Abigail Martinez on her receipt of a 2016 Above and Beyond Award from the Behavioral Health Center of Nueces County.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Kris Oliver on his retirement from the Richardson ISD Board of Trustees.
Sponsor: Angie Button
Commemorating the 30th anniversary of President Ronald Reagan's speech at the Berlin Wall on June 12, 1987.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating Daniel Fisher of Plano on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.
Sponsor: Lance Gooden
Commending Janis Reinken for her service as chief clerk and general counsel of the House Corrections Committee.
Sponsor: James White
Congratulating Tara Remmich of Richard King High School in Corpus Christi on her selection as a 2017 Miss Buc Days Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Alfonso Cohuo on his receipt of an Outstanding Award from the McNair Scholars Program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating the Panhandle High School girls' basketball team on winning the 2017 UIL 2A state championship.
Sponsor: Four Price
Commemorating the 100th anniversary of Lubbock National Bank.
Sponsor: John Frullo
Congratulating Elissa D. Hadnot, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Agua Dulce High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Justin Jackson of Tomball on helping the University of North Carolina men's basketball team win the 2017 NCAA national championship.
Sponsor: Tom Oliverson
In memory of Lillian Anderson of Austin.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Congratulating Chantal Thantrong of Cypress Creek High School on her selection as a National Merit Scholar semifinalist.
Sponsor: Kevin Roberts
Commemorating Flag Day 2017.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating Jim and Joan McLaughlin of El Paso on their 65th wedding anniversary.
Sponsor: Joseph Moody
Recognizing the Jefferson Outreach for Older People in San Antonio on the occasion of National Older Americans Month.
Sponsor: Justin Rodriguez
Honoring participants of the Independent Colleges and Universities of Texas Scholars Program during the 85th Legislative Session.
Sponsor: Justin Rodriguez
Proposing a constitutional amendment on professional sports team charitable foundations conducting charitable raffles.
Sponsor: John Kuempel
Congratulating the Tomball High School Percussion Ensemble on winning the Scholastic Concert Open Class title at the 2017 Winter Guard International Percussion World Championship.
Sponsor: Tom Oliverson
Congratulating the Klondike FFA homesite evaluation team on its first-place finish at the 66th National Land and Range Judging Contest.
Sponsor: Tom Craddick
Commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Brenham Fire Department.
Sponsor: Leighton Schubert
Commending Bruce Hillegeist for his outstanding service to the Tomball community.
Sponsor: Tom Oliverson
In memory of former Tomball mayor Harold Gene "Hap" Harrington.
Sponsor: Tom Oliverson
Congratulating Garrett and Barbara Smith of Athens on their 65th wedding anniversary.
Sponsor: Lance Gooden
Commemorating the Fourth of July, 2017.
Sponsor: Four Price
In memory of Clayton David Winkles of Arlington.
Sponsor: Tony Tinderholt
Congratulating Rush Hoelscher of Tuloso-Midway High School in Corpus Christi on his selection as a 2017 Buc Days King Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Josh Wallace of Lindsay High School on winning the gold medal in the 2A boys' 300-meter hurdle event at the 2017 UIL Track & Field State Meet.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Commending Leanne Kelley for her service as an intern and district liaison in the office of State Representative Jarvis Johnson.
Sponsor: Jarvis Johnson
Commemorating Memorial Day 2017.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating Patrick Wallace on his retirement from East Texas Medical Center of Athens.
Sponsor: Lance Gooden
In memory of Henry "Tim" Fenderbosch Jr.
Sponsor: Pat Fallon
In memory of Jeffery S. McComb.
Sponsor: Pat Fallon
Commemorating the exhibition of the Moving Wall Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Sachse May 26-29, 2017.
Sponsor: Angie Button
Commending Hunter Tormey for his service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Four Price.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating 14-year-old Carson Huey-You on his graduation from Texas Christian University.
Sponsor: Craig Goldman
In memory of Eustacio Rodriguez Sr. of Austin.
Sponsor: Tomas Uresti
Congratulating Christine Reiser-Robbins on her receipt of a 2016-2017 Daniel E. Kilgore Local History Award from the Nueces County Historical Society.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
In memory of Anthony Guajardo of Weslaco.
Sponsor: Armando Martinez
In memory of Lometa Odom of Amarillo.
Sponsor: Four Price
In memory of Billy G. McGinnis of Troy.
Sponsor: Charles Anderson
Commending Jessica Dorsey of Claude on her service as a legislative intern.
Sponsor: Four Price
Recognizing March 2, 2017, as Texas Head Start Day at the State Capitol.
Sponsor: Ron Reynolds
Commemorating the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new unit at the Agrium plant in Borger.
Sponsor: Four Price
Commending Dr. William Gonzaba for his contributions to the health and welfare of the people of San Antonio.
Sponsor: Tomas Uresti
In memory of Brooks County deputy sheriff Ramiro Perez Jr.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Honoring the La Porte Lions Club on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the founding of Lions Clubs International.
Sponsor: Briscoe Cain
Commending Liliana Jayme for her service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Joe Moody.
Sponsor: Joseph Moody
Recognizing February 27, 2017, as La Joya Independent School District Day at the State Capitol.
Sponsor: Oscar Longoria
Commending Katelyn Jamieson of Juan Seguin High School on her perfect attendance during the 2016-2017 school year.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
Commending Jayson Carraway of Juan Seguin High School on his perfect attendance during the 2016-2017 school year.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
Commending Wesley Ownby of Juan Seguin High School on his perfect attendance during the 2016-2017 school year.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
Congratulating Alyssa Lynn Olivarez, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Robstown Early College High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commending Bailey Schumm on her service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Eddie Rodriguez.
Sponsor: Eddie Rodriguez
Congratulating James E. Klein on his receipt of a 2016-2017 Daniel E. Kilgore Local History Award from the Nueces County Historical Society.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Dr. Mike Bennett on his retirement as headmaster of All Saints Episcopal School in Lubbock.
Sponsor: John Frullo
Commending Hira Saleem on her service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Chris Turner.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
Congratulating the members of the Prairie View A&M band who have been selected to perform with the 369th Experience World War I Centennial Band.
Sponsor: James White
Congratulating W. Allan Hayes on his receipt of a 2016-2017 Daniel E. Kilgore Local History Award from the Nueces County Historical Society.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commending Gregory Wilson of Juan Seguin High School on his perfect attendance during the 2016-2017 school year.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
Commending Marla Wilkins of Juan Seguin High School on her perfect attendance during the 2016-2017 school year.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
Commending Jori Reilly-Diakun for his service as a legal analyst and assistant clerk in the office of State Representative Joe Moody.
Sponsor: Joseph Moody
Commending the officers and staff of Region VII of the Texas Department of Public Safety for their work in protecting the Capitol Complex in Austin.
Sponsor: Leighton Schubert
Congratulating Emily Jasso of Del Mar College on earning recognition at the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association 2017 spring convention.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Honoring Trinidad Martinez of San Antonio, one of the last living survivors of the Bataan Death March.
Sponsor: Armando Martinez
Commending Cara Campos for her service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Joe Moody.
Sponsor: Joseph Moody
Commending Ruston Laurence of Juan Seguin High School on his perfect attendance during the 2016-2017 school year.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
Congratulating Prosper High School UIL academics teams on winning the district championship.
Sponsor: Scott Sanford
Congratulating the boys' track team of Valley High School in Turkey, Texas, on winning the 2017 UIL 1A state championship.
Sponsor: Ken King
Congratulating the Texas A&M University Corps of Cadets Marksmanship Unit on its success at the 2017 Scholastic Action Shooting Program national collegiate championship.
Sponsor: Kyle Kacal
Congratulating Landon Roberts of Guthrie High School on winning the gold medal in the 1A boys' pole vault event at the 2017 UIL Track & Field State Meet.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Requesting the creation of a joint interim committee to study state judicial salaries.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Commending Paul Teas for his service as a mental health policy analyst intern in the office of State Representative Jarvis Johnson.
Sponsor: Jarvis Johnson
Congratulating Carrie Isaac of Dripping Springs on graduating with a master's degree in health education from Kaplan University.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Congratulating Natalie Murphy of Del Mar College on earning recognition at the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association 2017 spring convention.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commending Harris Khowaja for his service as a child welfare policy analyst intern in the office of State Representative Jarvis Johnson.
Sponsor: Jarvis Johnson
Commending Evelin Caro Gutierrez for her service as a criminal justice policy intern in the office of State Representative Jarvis Johnson during the 85th Legislative Session.
Sponsor: Jarvis Johnson
Commending Robert Krecklow of Juan Seguin High School on his perfect attendance during the 2016-2017 school year.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
Commending Mike Jenkins of Juan Seguin High School on his perfect attendance during the 2016-2017 school year.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
Honoring Deputy Joseph A. Cheatham for his 50 years of service in law enforcement.
Sponsor: Kyle Kacal
Commending Miguel Escoto for his service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Joe Moody.
Sponsor: Joseph Moody
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of part of the market value of the residence homestead of a partially disabled veteran or the surviving spouse of a partially disabled veteran if the residence homestead was donated to the disabled veteran by a charitable organization for less than the market value of the residence homestead and harmonizing certain related provisions of the Texas Constitution.
Sponsor: Cecil Bell
Commending Cody Wood for his service as an assistant committee clerk for the House Public Education Committee during the 85th Legislative Session.
Sponsor: Dan Huberty
Congratulating Shannon Dresser of Katy on being crowned Miss Texas United States 2017.
Sponsor: Mike Schofield
Commemorating the establishment of the Del Mar College Center for Mexican-American Studies.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Ellen Trout Zoo in Lufkin.
Sponsor: Trent Ashby
Congratulating Caitlin Delaney Mitten, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Mary Carroll High School.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commending Alexander Walheim for his service as an educational policy analyst intern in the office of State Representative Jarvis Johnson.
Sponsor: Jarvis Johnson
Commending the Office of the House Sergeant-at-Arms for its work during the 85th Legislative Session.
Sponsor: Leighton Schubert
Commending Ashton Thomas for her service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Hugh D. Shine.
Sponsor: Hugh Shine
Relating to the procedures for the enforcement by the General Land Office of the Oil Spill Prevention and Response Act of 1991.
Sponsor: Greg Bonnen
Commemorating the 2017 Fiesta de la Flor in Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Todd Hunter
Honoring the Texas Podiatric Medical Association on its 100th anniversary.
Sponsor: Jodie Laubenberg
Congratulating Iyobo Elegon on her receipt of two awards from the Project GRAD program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Ivan Martinez on his receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services--STEM program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Laura Sylvia Cardenas on her receipt of Superstar and Outstanding Awards from the Student Support Services Teacher Prep program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Kianna Sills on her receipt of two awards from the TRIO Islanders Organization at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Ja'Nae Elyse Hammond of Missouri City on attaining the Girl Scout Gold Award.
Sponsor: Harold Dutton
In memory of Dwight Dale Conway.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
In memory of John William Zerr of Hondo.
Sponsor: Andrew Murr
Recognizing July 1 through 4, 2017, as American Family Reunion Days.
Sponsor: Terry Wilson
Commending Connor Leigh for his service as a legislative intern.
Sponsor: Hugh Shine
Congratulating Rudolph White Jr. on his selection as the 2017 president of the Fort Bend County Pastors Association.
Sponsor: Ron Reynolds
Congratulating the Thurgood Marshall High School boys' basketball team on its success during the 2016-2017 season.
Sponsor: Ron Reynolds
Commemorating the 15th anniversary of the Missouri City Juneteenth Celebration Foundation.
Sponsor: Ron Reynolds
Paying tribute to the life of Aubrey Keith Wilson and honoring Nona Long Wilson for the couple's contributions to Birdville ISD.
Sponsor: Stephanie Klick
Honoring Officer Eric Park of The University of Texas at Austin Police Department for intervening in an attack on students on May 1, 2017.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Urging Congress to direct the Bureau of Land Management to affirm the provisions of the Red River Boundary Compact and to acknowledge that the vegetation line on the south bank of the Red River forms the boundary between Oklahoma and Texas.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
In memory of J. B. Owen Jr. of Waco.
Sponsor: Charles Anderson
In memory of Richard "Racehorse" Haynes.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Commending Allison Joy for her service as a legislative intern.
Sponsor: Hugh Shine
Relating to the issuance of a writ of attachment for certain witnesses.
Sponsor: John Whitmire
Commending Carlos Pimentel for his service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Terry Canales.
Sponsor: Terry Canales
In memory of Rickey Clay Turner Sr. of Fort Worth.
Sponsor: Craig Goldman
Congratulating Micah Bachner on his receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services--STEM program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Trent Harris on his receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Recognizing July 19, 2017, as Back the Badge Day in Hardin County.
Sponsor: James White
Recognizing Martha Blaine on the occasion of her retirement.
Sponsor: Royce West
Congratulating Port of Brownsville Police Officer Jose Luis Ramirez on his receipt of the Fire Chief Life Saving Award from the Brownsville Fire Department.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Commending Genet Kendrick for her service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Scott Sanford.
Sponsor: Scott Sanford
Relating to a report regarding the confinement of pregnant inmates by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Sponsor: Ana Hernandez
Relating to the participation of an advanced practice registered nurse as a primary care or network provider for certain governmental and other health benefit plans.
Sponsor: Kel Seliger
Commending Brock Joseph Barbay on his graduation as salutatorian of the Newton High School Class of 2017 and on his perfect attendance record.
Sponsor: James White
Relating to guardianships; authorizing a fee.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the transfer of certain revenue into the state parks account.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Congratulating William Hardin Adamson High School in Dallas on being named a 2017 Gold Ribbon High School by Children at Risk.
Sponsor: Roberto Alonzo
Recognizing Hayden L. Wolf for being selected as the 2015 American Honey Princess.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to the Sulphur River Basin Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
Sponsor: Dan Flynn
In memory of Willard Howard Hammonds Sr. of Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Todd Hunter
Congratulating Renita Newton on her receipt of a Community Service Award from the TRIO Islanders Organization at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Smith Graham of Graham High School on placing third in the 2017 StellarXplorers III National High School Space Challenge as a member of the Rocketeer Steers team.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Congratulating Moisés E. Molina High School in Dallas on being named a 2017 Gold Ribbon High School by Children at Risk.
Sponsor: Roberto Alonzo
Commending Maxwell Newton on his service as a legislative intern in the office of State Representative Hugh D. Shine.
Sponsor: Hugh Shine
In memory of Cayla Symone Simple of Fresno.
Sponsor: Ron Reynolds
Congratulating James W. Elliott of Waco on his 80th birthday.
Sponsor: Kyle Kacal
Congratulating Jack and Janice Lobb of Irving on their 70th wedding anniversary.
Sponsor: Rodney Anderson
In memory of Robert David Fields of Sandia.
Sponsor: Todd Hunter
Congratulating Orquidia Medina on her receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services--STEM program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Clyde Avalos on receiving an Outstanding Award from the McNair Scholars Program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Colonel Craig Hunter on his retirement as director of law enforcement for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
Sponsor: Terry Wilson
Congratulating Messina Hof Winery on its 40th anniversary.
Sponsor: Kyle Kacal
Congratulating Trish Hanks on her retirement as superintendent of Friendswood ISD.
Sponsor: Greg Bonnen
Commending Alfred Breuer for his service as legislative director in the office of State Representative Terry Canales.
Sponsor: Terry Canales
Congratulating Matthew David Wurst on his graduation from Stephen F. Austin State University.
Sponsor: Travis Clardy
In memory of Hattie Marshall of Houston.
Sponsor: Jessica Farrar
Congratulating Dave Ward on the occasion of his retirement from KTRK-TV in Houston.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Encouraging Congress to pass legislation allowing the State of Texas to manage the Gulf of Mexico red snapper fishery out to 200 nautical miles.
Sponsor: Dennis Bonnen
Congratulating Sunset High School in Dallas on being named a 2017 Gold Ribbon High School by Children at Risk.
Sponsor: Roberto Alonzo
Requesting the speaker to direct the House Agriculture and Livestock Committee to conduct an interim study reviewing the rules, regulations, and enforcement authority of the Texas Department of Agriculture's Structural Pest Control Service.
Sponsor: Tracy King
Recognizing J. Glen Dossett on the occasion of his retirement.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Congratulating Devonta McDade on his receipt of a Community Service Award from the TRIO Islanders Organization at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating the Cypress Creek High School girls' water polo team on winning the 2017 Texas Interscholastic Swimming Coaches Association state championship.
Sponsor: Kevin Roberts
Commending Laurie Burnham Roberts for her service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Rafael Anchia.
Sponsor: Rafael Anchia
Congratulating Kleyder Sanchez, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Jane Long Academy.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Recognizing The Winnsboro News for being presented with a Texas Treasure Business Award.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Commemorating the grand opening of The Link Event and Recreation Center in Richland Hills on April 29, 2017.
Sponsor: Stephanie Klick
Commending Julissa Cantu on her service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Terry Canales.
Sponsor: Terry Canales
In memory of Sandra Valls of Port Aransas.
Sponsor: Todd Hunter
In memory of Barbara Ruud of Austin.
Sponsor: Donna Howard
Honoring Michael Cloud for his service as chair of the Victoria County Republican Party.
Sponsor: Geanie Morrison
Congratulating the Graham High School Rocketeer Steers team on placing third in the 2017 StellarXplorers III National High School Space Challenge.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Congratulating Nicolas Saunders of Graham High School on placing third in the 2017 StellarXplorers III National High School Space Challenge as a member of the Rocketeer Steers team.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Relating to a prohibition of certain motor vehicles resembling emergency medical services vehicles; creating a criminal offense.
Sponsor: Craig Goldman
Congratulating Detective Ronald L. Iscaro on his retirement from the Dallas Police Department.
Sponsor: Lance Gooden
Commending Hector Meza for his service to the Texas Senate and congratulating him for earning a 2017 Betty King Public Service Award.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Congratulating Rear Admiral TeCora Ballom on her appointment as a U.S. assistant surgeon general.
Sponsor: Yvonne Davis
Congratulating Jennifer Mitchell on her selection as a 2016-2017 Fort Worth ISD Elementary Teacher of the Year finalist.
Sponsor: Craig Goldman
Congratulating the Reverend Keith W. Foster Sr. on his installation as pastor of Providence Baptist Church in Fort Worth.
Sponsor: Yvonne Davis
Relating to the approval of expenditures for the Texas Military Department.
Sponsor: Tony Dale
Congratulating Gary Majors on his appointment as constable of Fort Bend County, Precinct 2.
Sponsor: Ron Reynolds
Congratulating Marissa Danielle Marciel on her receipt of a Rising Star Award from the Student Support Services Teacher Prep program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Aissa Garza on her receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Project GRAD program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commending Susan Fontenette for her service to the Texas Senate and congratulating her for earning a 2017 Betty King Public Service Award.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to the Chambers County Improvement District No. 2.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Commending Evelyn Barnett for her 42 years of service as the Fort Bend County Democratic Party Precinct Chair for Precinct 2050.
Sponsor: Ron Reynolds
Relating to the authority of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 3 to enter into certain agreements relating to the ad valorem taxation of certain property located in the district.
Sponsor: Paul Workman
Commending Eva Sandoval Bonilla for her record of community service in Fort Worth.
Sponsor: Ramon Romero
In memory of Delbert Walker of Grapeland.
Sponsor: Trent Ashby
Congratulating Lauren Davila on her receipt of a Rising Star Award from the Student Support Services-STEM program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Honoring the service of brothers Abran, Natividad, Nicholas, Albertano, Pilar, and Reyes Gonzales of Fort Stockton during World War II.
Sponsor: Carlos Uresti
Congratulating Pedro Damián González on his receipt of both an SSS--STEM Outstanding Award and a TRIO Islanders Community Service Award at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Relating to the compensation provided to the governing body of certain special districts.
Sponsor: Ana Hernandez
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Hays Consolidated Independent School District.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Congratulating the Prosper High School girls' and boys' swimming and diving teams on their outstanding success during the 2016-2017 season.
Sponsor: Scott Sanford
Requesting the creation of a joint interim committee to study state judicial salaries.
Sponsor: Todd Hunter
Congratulating Jessica Barrera on her receipt of three awards from the Programs for Academic Student Support initiative at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Relating to establishing and funding a grant program for testing evidence collected in relation to sexual assaults or other sex offenses; authorizing voluntary contributions.
Sponsor: Victoria Neave Criado
Honoring the Legislative Reference Library.
Sponsor: Ken King
In memory of Allen W. Duhr of Cedarburg, Wisconsin.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Congratulating Roshauud Paul of Bremond High School on earning the 2016 Mr. Texas Football High School Player of the Year Award.
Sponsor: Kyle Kacal
Relating to the disposition of state surplus or salvage data processing equipment by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Sponsor: Jane Nelson
Honoring Miriam M. Elizondo for her service to the Rape Crisis Center in San Antonio.
Sponsor: Ina Minjarez
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1566.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Congratulating Kabita Adhikari, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Jane Long Academy.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Relating to the participation by qualified persons in the Department of Public Safety's driver record monitoring pilot program.
Sponsor: Charlie Geren
Congratulating the Prosper High School baseball team on winning the 2015 UIL 5A state championship.
Sponsor: Scott Sanford
Honoring the Joe A. Gonzalez (JAG) Education Is Our Freedom GED College Scholarship Program on the occasion of its annual banquet on July 25, 2017.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Recognizing November 2017 as Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease Awareness Month.
Sponsor: John Kuempel
Congratulating Tara Woods on her selection as a 2016-2017 Fort Worth ISD Elementary Teacher of the Year finalist.
Sponsor: Craig Goldman
Congratulating George Ann Voss on her receipt of a Superstar Award from the Student Support Services--STEM program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commending D. C. Culberson for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 4024 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Commending Vincent Rodriguez for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 3016 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Commending Maria Torres for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1054 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Commending Johnny Jefferson for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1063 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Commending Ricky Phillips for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 3027 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Commending Hobie Hukill for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1079 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Congratulating Warren High School in San Antonio on receiving a silver medal from U.S. News & World Report in the publication's 2017 Best High Schools feature.
Sponsor: Ina Minjarez
Congratulating Cristina Arriola on her selection as the Paralegal Student of the Year by Del Mar College.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Russell Maranan, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Margaret Long Wisdom High School in Houston.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Honoring Elder Debra Battise-Kleinman of the Indian Presbyterian Church at the Alabama-Coushatta Indian Reservation for her service as Pastor of the Day.
Sponsor: James White
Commending Tracy Dotie-Hill for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1084 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Congratulating Jim Cahill on his retirement from the Garland City Council.
Sponsor: Angie Button
Relating to the award of court costs and attorney's fees in actions to determine the applicability of certain local government regulations.
Sponsor: John Kuempel
Relating to requiring certain school districts to allow students who participate in Special Olympics to earn a letter on that basis.
Sponsor: J.M. Lozano
Commending Claudia Fowler for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 3045 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Commending Mathis Perkins for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 4040 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Congratulating Peyton Baros of Tuloso-Midway High School in Corpus Christi on his selection as a 2017 Buc Days King Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Relating to the adoption of the Uniform Partition of Heirs' Property Act.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to access to criminal history record information by an emergency communication district.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Congratulating Rebecca C. Reyna on the occasion of her 10th anniversary as executive director of the Greater Northside Management District.
Sponsor: Jessica Farrar
Relating to the election date of the board of directors of the Rusk County Groundwater Conservation District.
Sponsor: Travis Clardy
Congratulating the boys' track and field team from Cypress Christian School in Houston on placing second overall at the 2017 TAPPS 4A Track & Field State Meet.
Sponsor: Kevin Roberts
Relating to prohibiting local governments from imposing certain fees on new construction.
Sponsor: Ron Simmons
Commending Cynthia Cole for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1078 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Commending Tommy Briggs for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 3024 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Commending John Burton for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1115 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Commending Deborah Gardner for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 3035 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Recognizing Larry Jokl on the occasion of his retirement.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Congratulating Matthew Rodriguez of Tuloso-Midway High School in Corpus Christi on his selection as a 2017 Buc Days King Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Relating to an exception from disclosure under the public information law for certain personal information of an applicant for an appointment by the governor.
Sponsor: Brian Birdwell
Recognizing Texas as a Purple Heart State.
Sponsor: Hugh Shine
Relating to late applications for certain exemptions from ad valorem taxation.
Sponsor: Paul Workman
Congratulating Michael Fitch on his receipt of a Community Service Award from the TRIO Islanders Organization at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Relating to the requirement that certain public institutions of higher education post mental health resources on the institution's Internet website.
Sponsor: Four Price
Congratulating Connor Wolfe of Graham High School on placing third in the 2017 StellarXplorers III National High School Space Challenge as a member of the Rocketeer Steers team.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Congratulating Rogers Pope Sr. on his selection as 2017 Citizen of the Year by the Rotary Club of Longview.
Sponsor: Jay Dean
Relating to procedures for a student enrolled in a special education program who fails to perform satisfactorily on certain assessment instruments.
Sponsor: Diego Bernal
Commending George Collins for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1119 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Relating to the filing of a degree plan by students at public junior colleges.
Sponsor: Travis Clardy
Commending Fernando Rojas for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1308 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Congratulating Kennedy Quintanilla of W. B. Ray High School in Corpus Christi on her selection as a 2017 Miss Buc Days Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Relating to energy and water management planning and reporting requirements for state agencies and institutions of higher education.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Congratulating Leland Vance Jordan Jr. on receiving a Golden Trowel Award from Masonic Lodge No. 856 in Joaquin.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Congratulating Sheridan Steen of Incarnate Word Academy in Corpus Christi on her selection as a 2017 Miss Buc Days Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Relating to the Texas Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Program.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Congratulating Jonah Qualls of Graham High School on placing third in the 2017 StellarXplorers III National High School Space Challenge as a member of the Rocketeer Steers team.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Commending Nick Garcia of Childress High School for recognizing first responders with a commemorative bench in Fair Park.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Congratulating Lindsey and Evan Autry on the birth of their daughter, Cameron Lynn Autry.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Congratulating Garrett Gatlin of Graham High School on placing third in the 2017 StellarXplorers III National High School Space Challenge as a member of the Rocketeer Steers team.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Congratulating Christian Ramos, valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Liberty High School.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Honoring Stephen W. Stanley on his retirement from the Garland City Council.
Sponsor: Angie Button
Commending Shannon Bailey for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1081 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Commending Cydney Walker for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 3018 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Relating to the definition of commercial property insurance for purposes of certain provisions governing insurance rates and policy forms.
Sponsor: John Frullo
In memory of David Solis.
Sponsor: Jose Menendez
Directing the governor of the State of Texas to posthumously award the Texas Legislative Medal of Honor to Master Sergeant Travis E. Watkins.
Sponsor: Jay Dean
Congratulating Terrell chief of police Jody Lay on his retirement.
Sponsor: Lance Gooden
Relating to the continuation and functions of the State Board of Dental Examiners; imposing fees.
Sponsor: Charles Schwertner
Relating to certain powers of an associate judge under the Family Code.
Sponsor: Mike Schofield
Congratulating Mardia Idris, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Liberty High School.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Recognizing David Alexander Weiser of Austin for his professional accomplishments.
Sponsor: Scott Sanford
Relating to child custody evaluations; creating an offense.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Commending the Honorable Monique D. Davis for her outstanding service as a member of the Illinois House of Representatives.
Sponsor: Harold Dutton
Commending Hollis Wakefield for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 4038 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Commending Carlton Caraway for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1089 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Commending Jack Gresham for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 4033 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Commending Cheryl Rhodes for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 4041 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Congratulating Joe Rosas of Mary Carroll High School in Corpus Christi on his selection as a 2017 Buc Days King Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Relating to the number of hours of work experience required of a plumber's apprentice to take an examination for a plumber's license.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Relating to the compensatory time and overtime pay for commissioned officers of the Department of Public Safety.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Congratulating Karsten Walker on being named a winner of the 2017 Treasures of the Texas Coast Children's Art Contest.
Sponsor: James White
Relating to a written declaration to designate a guardian before the need for a guardian arises.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Congratulating Jacob Rodriguez on his athletic achievements at Tuloso-Midway High School in Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Relating to the functions and administration of the Health and Human Services Commission and the commission's office of inspector general in relation to fraud, waste, and abuse in health and human services.
Sponsor: Four Price
Commending Barbara Rosenberg for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1076 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Commending Sally White for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1058 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Commending Patricia Swift Stephens for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 4028 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Commending Marilynn Mayse for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 3022 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Congratulating Meagan Harrington of Richard King High School in Corpus Christi on her selection as a 2017 Miss Buc Days Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commending Gabriela Pataro for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1061 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Congratulating Aleena Villareal of Mary Carroll High School in Corpus Christi on her selection as a 2017 Miss Buc Days Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commending Shannon Wissel for her service as an assistant in the office of State Representative Yvonne Davis.
Sponsor: Yvonne Davis
Urging Congress to retain the tax exemption for municipal bonds.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
Relating to the authority of certain counties to impose a hotel occupancy tax.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Commending Randy Mock for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1057 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Relating to a study and report regarding best practices in the transfer of course credit between public institutions of higher education.
Sponsor: Kel Seliger
Commending Debra Aguilar for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 3034 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Congratulating Noal Villareal of Odem High School on his selection as a 2017 Buc Days King Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Roslyn Holland of A. C. Jones High School in Beeville on her selection as a 2017 Miss Buc Days Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commemorating the 25th anniversary of Love INC of Angelina County.
Sponsor: Trent Ashby
Congratulating Michael Gutierrez of Harold T. Branch Academy in Corpus Christi on his selection as a 2017 Buc Days King Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Relating to the waiver of certain fees for an assumed name certificate or a statement of abandonment of use of an assumed name filed by a military veteran.
Sponsor: J.M. Lozano
Relating to sunset review of the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation and the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and the transfer of the regulation of podiatry to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation; authorizing a reduction in fees.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Commending Tera M. Coffey for her service in the office of State Representative Yvonne Davis.
Sponsor: Yvonne Davis
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by certain medical centers in certain counties.
Sponsor: Dennis Bonnen
Relating to the use of municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue by certain municipalities.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Commending Emma Nelson for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1307 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Relating to the creation of the River Ranch Municipal Utility District of Liberty County and the Riverside Municipal Utility District of Liberty County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
Sponsor: Robert Nichols
In memory of Charles Hamilton of DeSoto.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain military dentists and dental hygienists who provide voluntary charity dental or dental hygiene care.
Sponsor: Scott Cosper
Congratulating Aaron Rodriguez of Richard King High School in Corpus Christi on his selection as a 2017 Buc Days King Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Carlos Vela of Ingleside High School on his selection as a 2017 Buc Days King Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Vaunne Telan of Richard King High School in Corpus Christi on her selection as a 2017 Miss Buc Days Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating the Yellow Rose of Texas Republican Women on its 10th anniversary.
Sponsor: Tom Oliverson
Relating to the authority of certain counties to impose a hotel occupancy tax.
Sponsor: Carlos Uresti
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners; authorizing a reduction in fees.
Sponsor: Nicholas Taylor
Relating to certain account disclosures provided by a financial institution to a customer.
Sponsor: Kel Seliger
Relating to services provided by the Health and Human Services Commission to sexually violent offenders who are incompetent to attend sex offender treatment.
Sponsor: John Whitmire
In memory of Laura Lee Milner Traylor.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to the establishment of the Veterans Recovery Pilot Program to provide certain veterans with hyperbaric oxygen treatment.
Sponsor: Rick Miller
Commending Diego Ayala for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 1112 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Commending Cynthia Cole for serving as Democratic Party precinct chair of Precinct 3023 in Dallas County.
Sponsor: Eric Johnson
Congratulating Carlos Machado of Mary Carroll High School in Corpus Christi on his selection as a 2017 Buc Days King Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating the Deep East Texas Council of Governments and Economic Development District on its 50th anniversary.
Sponsor: James White
Relating to authorizing the sale of alcoholic beverages on certain passenger buses; authorizing a fee.
Sponsor: John Kuempel
Congratulating Maddie Hernandez of Harold T. Branch Academy in Corpus Christi on her selection as a 2017 Miss Buc Days Scholar.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
In memory of Lindsay Davis Weems of Fort Worth.
Sponsor: Jessica Farrar
In memory of Natalie Cowen Gonzalez.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to purchasing and contracting practices of coordinated county transportation authorities.
Sponsor: Jane Nelson
Relating to a temporary justice of the peace.
Sponsor: William Metcalf
Relating to the registration of a related finance company for purposes of the motor vehicle sales and use tax; repealing the authorization for a fee.
Sponsor: Rene Oliveira
Relating to elections held by the Panhandle Groundwater Conservation District.
Sponsor: Kel Seliger
Relating to the purchase of food and beverages by the Texas Division of Emergency Management for certain persons.
Sponsor: Jane Nelson
Relating to regulation of electricians by local governments.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Relating to the regulation and inspection of boilers.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Relating to reports on the consolidation and certain functions of the health and human services system, including advisory committees within the system, and the re-creation of the Texas system of care framework.
Sponsor: Jane Nelson
Relating to service and filing requirements for a party seeking judicial review in certain workers' compensation cases.
Sponsor: Rene Oliveira
Relating to a charitable raffle ticket awarded as a bingo prize.
Sponsor: John Kuempel
Relating to the authority of a city attorney to seek an injunction to abate a common nuisance under the Alcoholic Beverage Code.
Sponsor: Ana Hernandez
Recognizing Gladewater National Bank on the occasion of its 35th anniversary.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to municipal annexation.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to allowing judges to use juror identification numbers when polling the jury.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the use by certain municipalities of hotel occupancy tax revenue to improve or expand certain airports.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Relating to the sequencing of required English language arts courses and mathematics courses in schools and conforming changes.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Relating to excluding a person on the suspense list from jury duty.
Sponsor: Ana Hernandez
Relating to increasing the punishment for the offense of abuse of a corpse.
Sponsor: Brian Birdwell
In memory of Elouise Jacquelyn Clark McLemore.
Sponsor: Borris Miles
Relating to the collection of information concerning the number of juvenile offenders committed to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department who have been in foster care.
Sponsor: Jarvis Johnson
Recognizing June 30, 2017, as Vaquero Day.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the regulation of transportation network companies; requiring an occupational permit; authorizing a fee.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Relating to energy savings performance contracts.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Relating to the provision of services and resources to certain individuals by a state supported living center and to the creation of a schedule of support services a state supported living center may provide and procedures for establishing applicable fees for those services.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to the appointment of emergency services commissioners in certain districts located in more than one county.
Sponsor: James White
Recognizing June 30, 2018, as Vaquero Day.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the use of certain weapons in or on the beds or banks of the Canadian River in Potter County.
Sponsor: Four Price
Relating to child and family support services for families in crisis, including authorization agreements.
Sponsor: Kevin Roberts
Commemorating the 135th anniversary of the Chinese Exclusion Act.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Relating to transfer of a plumber's license number on the retirement or death of the plumber.
Sponsor: John Kuempel
Relating to the use of state money for high-speed rail operated by a private entity.
Sponsor: Charles Schwertner
Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates to honor recipients of certain military awards.
Sponsor: Stephanie Klick
Relating to the authority of a captive insurance company to provide reinsurance.
Sponsor: Giovanni Capriglione
Congratulating the Reverend Christopher L. Taylor on his 25th anniversary as pastor of Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church in Grand Prairie.
Sponsor: Yvonne Davis
Relating to the designation of United States Highway 287 in Armstrong and Donley Counties as the Colonel Charles Goodnight Memorial Highway.
Sponsor: Kel Seliger
Relating to the designation of a portion of Farm-to-Market Road 518 in Pearland as the Officer Endy Ekpanya Memorial Highway.
Sponsor: Ed Thompson
Relating to the franchise tax rate applicable to certain taxable entities that sell telephone prepaid calling cards.
Sponsor: Angie Button
Urging Congress to bestow the Congressional Medal of Honor on Doris "Dorie" Miller for his heroism during World War II.
Sponsor: James White
Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 71 in Wharton County as the Roy P. Benavidez Memorial Highway.
Sponsor: Phil Stephenson
Relating to the creation of the Cresson Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Hood County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsor: Brian Birdwell
Relating to the application of and use of revenue from hotel occupancy taxes imposed by municipalities and counties.
Sponsor: Dwayne Bohac
Relating to the manner in which a payor of proceeds derived from the sale of oil or gas production is required to provide certain information to a royalty interest owner.
Sponsor: Tom Craddick
Relating to annual limitations on the reimbursement of expenses incurred by district court reporters.
Sponsor: Larry Phillips
Relating to reporting requirements for the College Credit for Heroes program.
Sponsor: Mary Perez
Relating to the required qualifications for serving as president of the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth and to the prohibition against the award of certain degrees by the center's governing board.
Sponsor: Charlie Geren
Relating to the functions and territory of the Upper Colorado River Authority, following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
Sponsor: Dan Flynn
Relating to liability of certain political subdivisions in certain workers' compensation actions.
Sponsor: Kelly Hancock
Relating to the confidentiality of certain information stored as part of the preparation of campaign finance reports required to be filed with the clerk of certain counties or municipalities.
Sponsor: Carol Alvarado
Relating to the authority of a retail public water utility to require an operator of a correctional facility to comply with water conservation measures.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Recognizing the Texas Medical Association for its Ernest and Sarah Butler Awards for Excellence in Science Teaching program.
Sponsor: Ken King
In memory of Robert Gaylan Duncan of Victoria.
Sponsor: Geanie Morrison
Relating to removing the deadline for the Department of Family and Protective Services to enter into permanency care assistance agreements.
Sponsor: Royce West
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 4345.
Sponsor: Eddie Rodriguez
In memory of Tommy J. Turner of Lubbock.
Sponsor: Dustin Burrows
Relating to allowing individuals appointed to state office to file required financial statements by certified mail.
Sponsor: J.M. Lozano
Relating to eligibility for the Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program.
Sponsor: John Wray
Congratulating Rise Academy in Lubbock on being named a National Title I Distinguished School.
Sponsor: John Frullo
Honoring the Haltom City Senior Center on its 40th anniversary.
Sponsor: Stephanie Klick
Commending Carl David Evans for his service as president of Fort Bend Houston Super Neighborhood Council-41.
Sponsor: Ron Reynolds
Senate Caucus Report.
Sponsor: John Whitmire
Congratulating Paul and Charla Vinyard on their receipt of the Tom Landry Leadership Award from Dallas Baptist University.
Sponsor: Matt Krause
Honoring the life of William C. Velasquez on the 74th anniversary of his birth.
Sponsor: Roberto Alonzo
Relating to the use of municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue by certain municipalities.
Sponsor: Chris Paddie
Commending Jade Cabrero Doss for her service as an intern in the office of State Representative Hugh D. Shine.
Sponsor: Hugh Shine
Congratulating Nannette Underwood of Fort Worth on her retirement from Rosemont Middle School.
Sponsor: Ramon Romero
Congratulating Justin Clinton Holt on his receipt of a Rising Star Award from the Student Support Services Teacher Prep program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Commemorating the 15th anniversary of Cesar Chavez Elementary School in Fort Worth.
Sponsor: Ramon Romero
Congratulating William Andrew Scanlon II on his receipt of a Rising Star Award from the TRIO Islanders Organization at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Relating to determining eligibility for a Texas Armed Services Scholarship and to the appointment by certain elected officials of students to receive that scholarship.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Congratulating John Barrera on winning two first-place medals at the 2017 Pan Jiu-Jitsu International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation Championship.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
In memory of Rachel Greenspan Perelman of Brownsville.
Sponsor: Rene Oliveira
Relating to the bulk purchase of information technology commodity items by the Department of Information Resources.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Recognizing the third week of September 2017 as Towing Industry Awareness Week.
Sponsor: Briscoe Cain
Congratulating Reymundo Barrera on his receipt of a Key Spouse Award from the TRIO Islanders Organization at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating April Emmett on her receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on SB 2014.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on SB 1913.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 90 Alternate as the Johnnie David Hutchins Memorial Highway.
Sponsor: Phil Stephenson
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on HB 22.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
In memory of James Clayton Young.
Sponsor: Bob Hall
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on SB 2244.
Sponsor: Royce West
Requesting the lieutenant governor and speaker of the house to create a joint interim committee to study human trafficking in Texas.
Sponsor: Todd Hunter
In memory of Sam Fore Keach Jr.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on SB 1462.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on HB 555.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Recognizing A. R. "Babe" Schwartz for his contributions to the state.
Sponsor: Dawn Buckingham
Relating to the composition of the Comal County Juvenile Board.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to annual reporting regarding the establishment of certain school district planning and decision-making committees.
Sponsor: Alma Allen
Relating to the regulation of barbering and cosmetology.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2445.
Sponsor: Craig Estes
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 1500.
Sponsor: Helen Giddings
Relating to the grant program using money from the transportation infrastructure fund.
Sponsor: Robert Nichols
Relating to restrictions or conditions on certain payments to the Texas Workforce Commission.
Sponsor: Hubert Vo
Relating to the administrative attachment of the Texas Forensic Science Commission to the Office of Court Administration of the Texas Judicial System.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Recognizing the Zapata County Independent School District on the occasion of its 60th anniversary.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the designation of the San Angelo State Supported Living Center as a forensic state supported living center.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Recognizing Jeff Hassay and Sarah Lehrer-Graiwer on the occasion of the birth of the their daughter, Zooey Maybellene Sophia Lehrer-Hassay.
Sponsor: Carlos Uresti
Recognizing Hyman Vego on the occasion of his 95th birthday.
Sponsor: Nicholas Taylor
Recognizing William and Kathryn Reagan on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles over real property and to the transfer of specific property from the Texas Department of Transportation.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on SB 1731.
Sponsor: Brian Birdwell
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on SB 968.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Recognizing Carlos Cisneros Lucio Jr. on the occasion of his graduation.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Commending Aidan Ravnik for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to excused absences from public school for the purpose of pursuing enlistment in a branch of the armed services of the United States or the Texas National Guard.
Sponsor: Jose Menendez
Recognizing Martin Peña on the occasion of his retirement.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Relating to the powers and election dates of the Hemphill County Underground Water Conservation District.
Sponsor: Ken King
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4312.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1839.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Congratulating Joe K. Longley of Austin on his election as president of the State Bar of Texas.
Sponsor: Yvonne Davis
Encouraging the public to learn about meningococcal disease and the role of vaccination in prevention.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Recognizing David Land and Hannah Sbarbaro on the occasion of their wedding.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to recommendations regarding instruction in public schools to prevent the use of e-cigarettes.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4310.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4311.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4314.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on SB 533.
Sponsor: Jane Nelson
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4313.
Sponsor: Jason Isaac
Relating to the premium surcharge certain automobile insurers are required to assess against an insured convicted of certain offenses.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Recognizing Jake Rogers for his service to the Texas Senate.
Sponsor: Nicholas Taylor
Recognizing Robert Hollas for being named the Region 6 Child Protective Services Caseworker of the Year.
Sponsor: Charles Schwertner
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 2065.
Sponsor: Kelly Hancock
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on SB 1148.
Sponsor: Dawn Buckingham
Recognizing the Texas Family Reunion in Senate District 5.
Sponsor: Charles Schwertner
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1.
Sponsor: John Zerwas
In memory of Gloria Rodriguez.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to surcharges imposed for the use of a credit card; providing a civil penalty.
Sponsor: Kelly Hancock
Relating to criminal offenses regarding the consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages by a minor.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Recognizing David Leon Ford Jr. on the occasion of his retirement.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to maternal mortality and morbidity and pregnancy-related deaths, including postpartum depression.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to telemedicine and telehealth services.
Sponsor: Charles Schwertner
Relating to periodic rate adjustment by and to certain transactions involving electric utilities.
Sponsor: Kelly Hancock
Congratulating Charity Perry and Cutter Babcock of Groom High School were awarded Honorable Mention All-Star Cast recognition at the University Interscholastic League 2016-2017 One-Act Play State Meet.
Sponsor: Four Price
Relating to the security of courts and judges in the state; establishing a fee.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the confidentiality of certain home address information in ad valorem tax appraisal records.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Recognizing Zachary Cousin for his heroism.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Recognizing Roxanne's House on the occasion of its 20th anniversary.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Recognizing Valerie A. Martinez for her contributions to the Austin community.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to the funding of primary and secondary education.
Sponsor: Dan Huberty
In memory of Mario E. Ramirez.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the regulation of metal recycling entities; providing an administrative penalty; creating a criminal offense.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to enforcement of a lien on property in a self-service storage facility by a sale conducted through an Internet website.
Sponsor: Kelly Hancock
Relating to the regulation of insurance adjusters.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to rules regarding the carcasses of certain birds or animals.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on SB 1289.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
In memory of Barbara Smith Conrad.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on SB 1.
Sponsor: Jane Nelson
Recognizing The Arc of the Capital Area for its pro bono guardianship program.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to certain election practices and procedures.
Sponsor: Greg Bonnen
Convening a joint memorial session to honor Texans killed in combat while serving in the United States military.
Sponsor: Roland Gutierrez
Relating to prohibiting governmental contracts with a company doing business with Iran, Sudan, or a foreign terrorist organization.
Sponsor: Nicholas Taylor
Recognizing Fred Davis III on the occasion of his retirement.
Sponsor: Royce West
Urging Congress to enact legislation to expand and extend the current federal tax credit for carbon capture, utilization, and storage under Section 45Q of the Internal Revenue Code.
Sponsor: Tom Craddick
Relating to the disposition of proceeds from the sale of freshwater fishing stamps issued by the Parks and Wildlife Department.
Sponsor: Craig Estes
Relating to the qualifications for an impartial third party in certain civil disputes.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Relating to the overseas military e-mail ballot program.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to assessment of public school students and providing accelerated instruction and eliminating performance requirements based on performance on certain assessment instruments.
Sponsor: Gary Vandeaver
Relating to a requirement that certain participating institutions under the student loan program administered by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board provide loan debt information to certain students.
Sponsor: Kel Seliger
Recognizing Amanda Fuentes on the occasion of her graduation.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Recognizing Diane Schenke for her contributions to the East End area of Houston.
Sponsor: Sylvia Garcia
Relating to the creation of a grant program to assist law enforcement agencies with the purchase of bulletproof vests and body armor.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to the establishment of a Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) program and to the repeal of the tech-prep program.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Congratulating Aaron and Randi Pate on the birth of their daughter, Quinn Elise Pate, and recognizing Quinn as an honorary Texan.
Sponsor: Dennis Bonnen
Relating to the term of a chief administrative law judge.
Sponsor: Brian Birdwell
Congratulating Tianming Deng on graduating as the salutatorian of the Sharpstown High School Class of 2017.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Relating to policies and training regarding the use of epinephrine auto-injectors by public institutions of higher education; providing immunity.
Sponsor: Jose Menendez
Congratulating Jasmine Cervantes on graduating as the valedictorian of the Sharpstown High School Class of 2017.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities.
Sponsor: John Wray
Recognizing Dustin Lauw for his craftsmanship.
Sponsor: Dawn Buckingham
Relating to the prosecution and punishment of certain outdoor burning violations.
Sponsor: Hugh Shine
Congratulating Pilar Harkless on her receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services--STEM program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Homar Alaniz on his receipt of a Community Services Award from the TRIO Islanders Organization at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Relating to an unlawful employment practice by an employer whose leave policy does not permit an employee to use leave to care for the employee's foster child.
Sponsor: Armando Martinez
Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain counties.
Sponsor: Larry Gonzales
Recognizing Audrey and Fred Verri on the occasion of their 60th wedding anniversary.
Sponsor: Charles Schwertner
Relating to the prosecution of and punishment for the offense of criminal mischief involving property used for flood control purposes or a dam.
Sponsor: Kyle Kacal
Relating to procedures for the dissolution of a county hospital authority.
Sponsor: Gary Vandeaver
Relating to appointment of a receiver for a water or sewer utility.
Sponsor: Armando Walle
Congratulating Mistura Adebayo on receiving a Rising Star Award from the Student Support Services--STEM program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Relating to the authority of the Texas Military Department to purchase food and beverages.
Sponsor: Dan Huberty
Relating to the implementation of county solid waste management programs in certain counties.
Sponsor: Tracy King
Congratulating Melissa Zamora on her receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services--STEM program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Gabriela H. Paz on her receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services--STEM program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Elsie Chen, valedictorian of the Sharpstown International School Class of 2017.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Relating to the treatment and recycling for beneficial use of drill cuttings.
Sponsor: Craig Estes
Relating to the assessment of administrative penalties under the Texas Workers' Compensation Act.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Recognizing the Texas Senate District 29 Environmental Advisory Committee for organizing the Water Resources and Conservation Symposium.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
In memory of the life of Robert Russell Barnett.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Recognizing Ernestine Hodges Cohee for her 70 years of service to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
Sponsor: Royce West
Honoring the former Midland County judges being recognized at the 2017 Judicial Heritage Ceremony.
Sponsor: Tom Craddick
Relating to the governing board of the Trinity Valley Community College District.
Sponsor: Robert Nichols
Relating to the financing of ports in the state.
Sponsor: Charles Creighton
Relating to the operations, reports, records, communications, information technology, and notice procedures of state agencies.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Relating to the system for protesting or appealing certain ad valorem tax determinations; authorizing a fee.
Sponsor: Jane Nelson
Congratulating Andrea Galabeas on her receipt of a Community Services Award from the TRIO Islanders Organization at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Relating to a photograph on a driver's license.
Sponsor: Tony Dale
Relating to the duties of school districts, open-enrollment charter schools, the Texas Education Agency, and the Texas School Safety Center regarding multihazard emergency operations plans and other school safety measures.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Recognizing the Dixon Water Foundation for receiving the 2017 Leopold Conservation Award for Texas.
Sponsor: Jose Rodriguez
Relating to the use of the rural water assistance fund.
Sponsor: Charles Anderson
Relating to the designation of a water conservation coordinator by a retail public water utility to implement a water conservation plan.
Sponsor: Four Price
Relating to the operation of certain vehicles used for package delivery; authorizing a fee.
Sponsor: Jim Murphy
Relating to requiring the election of directors of certain districts to be held on a uniform election date.
Sponsor: Celia Israel
Relating to authorizing the purchase of certain insurance coverage by public schools for the benefit of businesses and students participating in career and technology programs and providing for immunity from liability of certain public school students participating in career and technology programs.
Sponsor: Charles Anderson
Relating to judicial review of certain decisions under the Texas Workers' Compensation Act.
Sponsor: John Smithee
Relating to issuance of a vendor permit for the sale of goods during an authorized event held in the Texas mall area of the Capitol Complex.
Sponsor: Donna Howard
Recognizing the Washington County Chamber of Commerce for 100 years of service to the community.
Sponsor: Lois Kolkhorst
Relating to the establishment of a pediatric health tele-connectivity resource program for rural Texas.
Sponsor: Four Price
Relating to authorizing a regulatory authority to establish reduced water utility rates funded by donations for the benefit of certain elderly customers.
Sponsor: Mary Perez
Relating to certain retail installment contracts and leases for vehicles; providing for a civil penalty.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to the licensing and regulation of military optometrists and therapeutic optometrists who provide voluntary charity care.
Sponsor: Dennis Bonnen
Congratulating Tesfamichael Negussie, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Margaret Long Wisdom High School in Houston.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Relating to the application of the sales and use tax to certain property and services.
Sponsor: Kirk Watson
Urging Congress to encourage the U.S. Department of Agriculture to revise existing policies that promote the waste of water after an irrigated crop has been declared a failure.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Recognizing Roland Williams for his contributions to his community.
Sponsor: Dawn Buckingham
Commending Staff Sergeant Earl Gillum of the Texas Highway Patrol for rendering lifesaving aid to a fellow Texan.
Sponsor: Mike Lang
Relating to the work-study student mentorship program administered by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 380 in Young and Jack Counties as the Henry H. King Memorial Highway.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Relating to the creation, operations, functions, and regulatory authority of certain governmental entities and officials; changes in certain judicial procedures; imposing civil penalties.
Sponsor: Garnet Coleman
Relating to the exemption from taxes and special assessments of property of a navigation district.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Relating to mediation of the settlement of certain out-of-network health benefit claims involving balance billing for members of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
Sponsor: John Smithee
In memory of Jake Frederick.
Sponsor: Juan Hinojosa
Relating to a report by the Texas Workforce Commission regarding the transition from military service to employment.
Sponsor: Ana Hernandez
Relating to reporting requirements by certain physicians and health care facilities for abortion complications; authorizing a civil penalty.
Sponsor: Giovanni Capriglione
Relating to the operation of a golf cart or utility vehicle on a public highway in certain counties.
Sponsor: Dennis Bonnen
Relating to the date and time for the public sale of real property.
Sponsor: John Wray
Relating to notice of health benefit plan provider network status provided by certain freestanding emergency medical care facilities.
Sponsor: Tom Oliverson
Congratulating the Cypress Falls High School boys' basketball team on winning the 2017 UIL 6A state championship.
Sponsor: Kevin Roberts
Relating to an early voting ballot voted by mail.
Sponsor: Dwayne Bohac
Relating to payment of an ad valorem tax refund in the event of a tax roll correction that decreases a property owner's tax liability.
Sponsor: Dennis Bonnen
Relating to the reporting of certain offenses committed by members of the Texas military forces.
Sponsor: Phil King
Relating to provisional permits for certain insurance agents.
Sponsor: John Smithee
Congratulating students from Falfurrias High School for their performance in the National History Day competition.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Honoring Trooper D. L. Wilson for his role in rescuing a motorist.
Sponsor: Mike Lang
Relating to the categories used to record the race or ethnicity of persons stopped for or convicted of traffic offenses.
Sponsor: Phil King
Commending Chase Miller of the Granbury Police Department for saving the life of a three-year-old boy.
Sponsor: Mike Lang
Relating to the presentation of the investment policy of certain governmental entities to a business organization that conducts investment transactions for the entity.
Sponsor: Tan Parker
Relating to the training period for a temporary insurance agent's license.
Sponsor: Dennis Paul
In memory of former Texas state representative Benjamin Albert Glusing of Kingsville.
Sponsor: J.M. Lozano
Relating to the establishment by the State Board of Education of an advanced computer science program for high school students.
Sponsor: Robert Guerra
Congratulating the Canadian High School girls' basketball team on winning the 2017 UIL 3A state championship.
Sponsor: Ken King
Relating to confidentiality of reports and related information for a solvency examination of an insurance carrier.
Sponsor: Larry Phillips
Relating to the bond and other coverages required to be maintained by or for the benefit of a savings bank.
Sponsor: Justin Holland
Relating to jurisdiction of the Texas Supreme Court.
Sponsor: John Smithee
Relating to designation of a representative for notice regarding abandonment of shares of a mutual fund.
Sponsor: Morgan Meyer
Commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Kingdom Council of Interdependent Christian Churches and Ministries.
Sponsor: Barbara Gervin-Hawkins
Relating to an exemption for certain quarries from regulation as aggregate production operations.
Sponsor: J.D. Sheffield
Relating to criminal history record information obtained by the savings and mortgage lending commissioner.
Sponsor: Justin Holland
Relating to the repeal of certain state procurement advisory and approval procedures.
Sponsor: Kyle Kacal
Relating to prohibiting certain establishments serving the public from restricting a peace officer or special investigator from carrying a weapon on the premises.
Sponsor: Joe Pickett
Honoring artist G. Harvey of Fredericksburg.
Sponsor: John Frullo
Relating to a requirement that a hospital allow a patient to designate a caregiver to receive aftercare instruction regarding the patient.
Sponsor: Four Price
Relating to participation in and contributions to the optional retirement program for certain employees of institutions of higher education.
Sponsor: Bryan Hughes
Relating to actions on and liability associated with certain insurance claims.
Sponsor: Greg Bonnen
Relating to the minutes of operation required for public school districts, charter schools, and other education programs and to calculating the average daily attendance for certain education programs.
Sponsor: Larry Taylor
Taking notice that Gulf Energy Exploration Corp. has been fully compensated for the wrongful plugging of State Tract 708-S No. 5.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Relating to certain physician-specific comparison data compiled by a health benefit plan issuer, including the release of that data to physicians participating in certain physician-led organizations.
Sponsor: Lance Gooden
Relating to the authority of the chief appraiser of an appraisal district to require a person to file a new application to confirm the person's current qualification for the exemption from ad valorem taxation of the total appraised value of the residence homestead of a 100 percent disabled veteran.
Sponsor: Joe Pickett
In memory of Texas State Trooper Bill Davidson.
Sponsor: Phil Stephenson
Congratulating Billy and Rita Lashlee of Clyde on their 40th wedding anniversary.
Sponsor: Mike Lang
Congratulating Harmony Science Academy in San Antonio on receiving a silver medal from U.S. News & World Report in the publication's 2017 Best High Schools feature.
Sponsor: Ina Minjarez
Relating to requirements for membership in the reserve officer corps of the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas.
Sponsor: Tony Dale
Relating to fines collected by a county or municipality from the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards.
Sponsor: Larry Phillips
Relating to the operation of all-terrain vehicles and recreational off-highway vehicles.
Sponsor: Kyle Kacal
Relating to the repeal of certain laws regulating the sale or transfer of secondhand watches.
Sponsor: Craig Goldman
Recognizing Celeste Zepeda Sanchez for her service to the City of San Benito.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Relating to the return of executed search warrants and the public availability of search warrant affidavits.
Sponsor: Joseph Moody
Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities.
Sponsor: Dewayne Burns
Relating to the regulation of for-profit legal service contract companies.
Sponsor: Craig Goldman
Commending the 2017 Fellows from the University of Houston Hobby School Public Affairs.
Sponsor: Borris Miles
Relating to improper relationships between educators and students and reporting of educator misconduct; creating a criminal offense and expanding the applicability of an existing offense; authorizing an administrative penalty.
Sponsor: Paul Bettencourt
Relating to efforts to facilitate the completion by students of undergraduate certificate and degree programs.
Sponsor: Royce West
Relating to the membership of the Texas Racing Commission.
Sponsor: Senfronia Thompson
Commending Kenneth Winn of Dallas for his community beautification efforts.
Sponsor: Toni Rose
Commemorating the Sickle Cell Association of Houston's 2nd Annual Sickle Cell Chronic Disease Symposium.
Sponsor: Jarvis Johnson
Honoring Joseph I. O'Neill III of Midland for his achievements as a business and civic leader.
Sponsor: Tom Craddick
Relating to the state virtual school network, including the ability of certain dependents of members of the United States military to enroll full-time in courses provided through the network.
Sponsor: Donna Campbell
Relating to staff development and continuing education requirements for public school educators regarding digital education methods.
Sponsor: Dwayne Bohac
Relating to the inspection of certain commercial motor vehicles that are not domiciled in this state.
Sponsor: Joe Pickett
Relating to access by the division of workers' compensation to certain designated doctor contracts under the workers' compensation system.
Sponsor: Rene Oliveira
Relating to the regulation of barbering and cosmetology.
Sponsor: Ryan Guillen
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 3735.
Sponsor: James Frank
Relating to revoked disabled parking placards.
Sponsor: Joe Pickett
Relating to access to criminal history record information by the adjutant general.
Sponsor: John Cyrier
Congratulating David and Susan Ward of Arlington on their 50th wedding anniversary.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
Relating to the designation of a portion of Interstate Highway 45 as the Sergeant Wade Daniel Wilson Memorial Highway.
Sponsor: Trent Ashby
Relating to the deadline for volunteer deputy registrars to submit voter registration applications.
Sponsor: Celia Israel
Honoring the Houston Vitiligo Awareness Movement.
Sponsor: Jarvis Johnson
Relating to the transparency of certain information related to prescription drug coverage provided by certain health benefit plans.
Sponsor: John Smithee
Relating to the criminal consequences of engaging in certain conduct with respect to a firearm silencer.
Sponsor: Drew Springer
Relating to the issuance of permits for the movement of oversize and overweight vehicles in certain counties; authorizing an increase in the amount of a fee.
Sponsor: Dennis Bonnen
Relating to the sale of lottery tickets by certain wine and beer retailers.
Sponsor: John Kuempel
Recognizing Jon Weizenbaum on the occasion of his retirement.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Relating to the sale of malt liquor, ale, and beer by the holder of a brewpub license.
Sponsor: Charlie Geren
Relating to the issuance and enforcement of a subpoena during the course of an investigation of a residential mortgage loan servicer.
Sponsor: Jay Dean
Recognizing Gonzalez Elementary School in Brownsville on the occasion of its 30th anniversary.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Recognizing the Texas Tech University Legislative Internship Program participants for their work in the 85th Legislature.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
In memory of the life of David Irvine Rucker.
Sponsor: Eddie Lucio
Congratulating Noe Anguiano on his receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services--STEM program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Recognizing the Commission on State Emergency Communications for its service to Texas communities.
Sponsor: Charles Perry
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of Hide-A-Way Lake Club in Smith County.
Sponsor: Cole Hefner
Relating to the issuance of "Back the Blue" specialty license plates.
Sponsor: J.M. Lozano
Congratulating Loi Lao on his designation as a co-salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Sharpstown International School in Houston.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Recognizing the staff members of the Legislative Reference Library for their service.
Sponsor: Charles Schwertner
Recognizing Robles Tire Repair Services in Robstown for its 46 years of operation.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Jelani Kelley on his designation as a co-salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Sharpstown International School in Houston.
Sponsor: Eugene Wu
Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for recipients of the Star of Texas Award.
Sponsor: Kyle Kacal
Recognizing the Peterson Regional Medical Center Auxiliary for its service to the Kerrville community.
Sponsor: Dawn Buckingham
Relating to decreasing the fee for the issuance of an original or renewed license to carry a handgun.
Sponsor: Robert Nichols
Recognizing Adyson Aus for winning the 2017 Most Unique Lemonade Award.
Sponsor: Dawn Buckingham
In memory of Lilia Peña.
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini
Congratulating Skyler Barker on receiving the 2016 Chief Floyd Simpson Police Officer of the Year award from the Kiwanis Club of Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
Congratulating Aimee Lynn Loredo on her receipt of an Outstanding Award from the Student Support Services Teacher Prep Program at Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi.
Sponsor: Abel Herrero
In memory of Leary Barrett.
Sponsor: Royce West
Recognizing Robert J. Posner Jr. for his service to the Texas Senate.
Sponsor: Nicholas Taylor
Recognizing the Armenian genocide.
Sponsor: Scott Sanford
Recognizing John G. Pohlman on the occasion of his retirement.
Sponsor: Sylvia Garcia
Recognizing Neice Bell and Ceslie Armstrong for launching a magazine.
Sponsor: Dawn Buckingham
Commending Ashton Moore for his service as a legislative aide in the office of State Representative Kevin Roberts.
Sponsor: Kevin Roberts
In memory of Dr. Norman Lee Robinson, senior pastor of Mount Olive Baptist Church in Arlington.
Sponsor: Chris Turner
Recognizing the John P. McGovern Museum of Health and Medical Science.
Sponsor: Borris Miles
Relating to the creation of the Val Verde County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees, surcharges, and taxes.
Sponsor: Poncho Nevarez
Sponsors (12)
Passed (500)
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of possession or use of law enforcement identification, insignia, or vehicles in a municipality and the clarification of the offenses of false identification as a peace officer and misrepresentation of property.
Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of the Texas Racing Act, including conforming amendments.
Relating to the expunction of arrest records and files for certain persons and to the return of certain fees to a person whose criminal record has been expunged; authorizing a fee.
Relating to the issuance of childhood cancer awareness license plates.
Relating to the elimination of certain fees for licensure and the disposition of certain fees collected by the Texas Lottery Commission under the Bingo Enabling Act.
Relating to health benefit coverage for prescription drug synchronization.
Relating to an application for the amendment of a certificate of public convenience and necessity in an area within the boundaries of a political subdivision.
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Institute for Coastal Prairie Research and Education at the University of Houston.
Relating to administrative completeness requirements for permit and permit amendment applications for groundwater conservation districts.
Relating to establishing and funding a grant program for testing evidence collected in relation to sexual assaults or other sex offenses; authorizing voluntary contributions.
Relating to interactions between law enforcement and individuals detained or arrested on suspicion of the commission of criminal offenses, to the confinement, conviction, or release of those individuals, and to grants supporting populations that are more likely to interact frequently with law enforcement.
Relating to franchises granted by navigation districts.
Relating to a revocable deed that transfers real property at the transferor's death.
Relating to the authority of a defense base development authority to participate in a company or partnership organized to finance redevelopment projects.
Relating to peer specialists, peer services, and the provision of those services under the medical assistance program.
Relating to the administration of the Texas certified self-insurer guaranty trust fund.
Relating to providing an opportunity for public high school students in grades 10 through 12 to take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery test or an alternative vocational aptitude test.
Relating to the rights of certain defendants who successfully complete a term of community supervision.
Relating to changing statutory references to hearing officer and hearings officer to administrative law judge under the workers' compensation system.
Relating to the regulation of motor fuel quality and motor fuel metering devices; authorizing fees.
Relating to decedents' estates and certain posthumous gifts.
Relating to the administration of certain water districts.
Relating to certain political contributions by judicial candidates and officeholders and certain political committees.
Relating to the regulation of residential service contracts.
Relating to the acceptance of certain high school courses to satisfy part of the training required to obtain a peace officer license.
Relating to enforcement of child support obligations.
Relating to the personal liability of certain elected officials under local government programs to fund water and energy savings improvements through assessments.
Relating to measures to address and deter certain criminal or other unlawful activity, including trafficking of persons, sexual offenses, prostitution, and activity that may constitute a public nuisance; increasing criminal penalties; creating a criminal offense.
Relating to waiver of immunity in certain employment discrimination actions in connection with a workers' compensation claim.
Relating to civil liability of a person who produces, distributes, sells, or provides or aids in the production, distribution, sale, or provision of certain synthetic substances to another person for damages caused by the other person and to certain actions and investigations under the Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act.
Relating to the use of school district buildings as polling place locations.
Relating to creating an early childhood certification to teach students in prekindergarten through grade three.
Relating to three-point seat belts on buses that transport schoolchildren.
Recognizing the Stop the Bleed campaign.
Relating to the concurrent jurisdiction of certain municipal courts in certain criminal cases punishable by fine only.
Relating to designating July 26 as Waxahachie Chautauqua Day.
Relating to training and continuing education requirements for certain long-term care facilities.
Relating to damages in certain contract claims against the state.
Relating to the authority of counties to advertise on personal property owned or leased by the county.
Relating to the use by certain tax-exempt organizations of certain payments made in connection with real property transfers to provide educational activities through certain schools.
Relating to the new instructional facility allotment under the foundation school program.
Relating to state agency information security plans, information technology employees, and online and mobile applications.
Relating to the removal of certain information from personal financial statements filed by certain persons.
Relating to protection of the rights of conscience for child welfare services providers.
Urging Congress to direct the Department of Defense to relocate the United States Africa Command to Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base in Houston.
Relating to the issuance of certain specialty license plates, specially marked driver's licenses, and specially marked personal identification certificates.
Relating to the office of ombudsman for the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Relating to nonlawyer representation in an appeal of an eviction suit.
Relating to a study to evaluate by region training and employment opportunities in this state for individuals with an intellectual disability.
Urging Congress to review federal regulations on the oil and gas industry.
Relating to permitting a school district that has failed to satisfy performance standards to partner with an institution of higher education to improve district performance.
Relating to the definition of the least restrictive environment for the placement of children in foster care.
Relating to the state flag code.
Designating Stamford as the Western Art Show Capital of Texas for a 10-year period beginning in 2017.
Relating to forest pest control.
Relating to off-site sales by a dealer for antique or special interest vehicles that have been subject to a retail sale.
Relating to an annual report on employment positions provided through the Texas college work-study program.
Relating to food managers in food establishments in certain counties.
Relating to real property acquired by advance acquisition for a transportation facility.
Relating to certain authorized investments for domestic life, health, and accident insurers.
Relating to the operation of certain off-highway vehicles.
Relating to authorized investments of public funds.
Relating to availability of personal information of certain current and former prosecutors.
Relating to designating April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Relating to durable powers of attorney.
Relating to the administrative, civil, and criminal consequences, including fines, fees, and costs, imposed on persons arrested for, charged with, or convicted of certain criminal offenses.
Relating to the required repeal of a state agency rule and a government growth impact statement before adoption of a new state agency rule.
Relating to the distribution of universal service funds to certain small and rural incumbent local exchange companies.
Relating to the regulation of commercial shrimp unloading; requiring an occupational license; authorizing a fee.
Relating to a motion for forensic DNA testing of certain evidence previously subjected to faulty testing.
Relating to the confidentiality of certain information related to a computer security incident.
Relating to notice provided to vehicle owners and lienholders by operators of vehicle storage facilities.
Relating to notice for hearings and trial settings in criminal cases.
Relating to auditing and verification of information under certain health and human services programs, including the collection of certain payments following an investigation.
Relating to notice requirements for certain special districts that hold board meetings outside the district.
Relating to the licensing and regulation of behavior analysts and assistant behavior analysts; requiring an occupational license; imposing fees.
Relating to investment training for officers of public housing authorities.
Relating to suspension of the activities of the Texas Grain Producer Indemnity Board.
Relating to the licensing and regulation of a journeyman industrial electrician.
Relating to the issuance of certain search warrants.
Relating to the deadline for returning a ballot voted by mail.
Relating to coverage for certain breast cancer screening procedures under certain health benefit plans.
Relating to the collection of certain judgments through court proceeding.
Relating to election officers and practices; increasing a criminal penalty; creating a criminal offense.
Relating to the designation of certain rest areas on Interstate Highway 27 in Hale County as the Nelda Laney Safety Rest Areas.
Relating to the public sale of real property under a power of sale in a security instrument.
Relating to the establishment of a state plan for Streptococcus pneumoniae education and prevention.
Relating to the licensing and regulation of providers of driver and traffic safety education.
Relating to the Jeff Davis County Underground Water Conservation District; authorizing a fee.
Relating to the service plan for the annexation by certain municipalities of territory included in an emergency services district.
Relating to establishing a veterans services coordinator for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and a veterans reentry dorm program for certain state jail defendants confined by the department.
Relating to the feasibility of creating and maintaining a coastal barrier system.
Relating to a franchise tax exemption for certain cooperatives with a member that has farmer-fruit grower members.
Relating to financial accounting and reporting requirements for this state and political subdivisions of this state.
Relating to voting by voters with certain disabilities or voters who reside at a residential care facility.
Relating to the carrying of weapons, including the application of certain weapons and handgun license laws to certain persons, the carrying of handguns by license holders on the property of a state hospital, and the liability for certain actions of volunteer emergency services personnel licensed to carry a handgun; providing a civil penalty.
Commending Elizabeth J. Nelson on her service as mayor of Marlin.
Relating to eligibility requirements for registration as an interior designer.
Relating to permitting credit unions and other financial institutions to award prizes by lot to promote savings.
Relating to the licensing and regulation of health-related occupations transferred to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Relating to verification of alcohol content for prior approval of malt beverages.
Relating to a waiver for certain programs from youth camp licensing.
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain occupations and activities.
Relating to the titling of motor vehicles; creating a criminal offense and authorizing fees.
Relating to the minutes of operation required for public school districts, charter schools, and other education programs and to calculating the average daily attendance for certain education programs.
Relating to school marshals.
Relating to prohibiting the temporary closure of segments of the state highway system on days that certain scheduled events are being held in certain municipalities.
Relating to erecting or maintaining certain outdoor signs regulated by the Texas Department of Transportation.
Designating May as Fallen First Responder Awareness Month for a 10-year period beginning in 2017.
Relating to county approval for the locations at which a junkyard or automotive wrecking and salvage yard may be operated.
Relating to the designation of January 9 as Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.
Relating to insurance requirements for certain nonemergency medical transportation.
Relating to certain reporting requirements for law enforcement agencies and to the creation of a criminal justice web portal by the office of the attorney general; providing a civil penalty.
Relating to the extension and modification of a public school district depository contract.
Relating to the investigation of fraud, waste, and abuse in certain public benefits programs by the office of inspector general for the Health and Human Services Commission.
Relating to the distribution of the consolidated court cost.
Relating to the sale by certain alcoholic beverage permit holders of alcoholic beverages at auction.
Relating to a writ of mandamus by a court of appeals against an associate judge in certain cases.
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 312.
Relating to deferred presentment transactions made to military borrowers.
Relating to the administration and operation of certain trusts created to provide for the general care and maintenance of perpetual care cemeteries.
Relating to the sanitation and safety requirements for certain artificial bodies of water maintained for public recreational purposes.
Relating to physician assistant services performed as volunteer care.
Relating to open-source instructional material for public schools.
Relating to the licensing of towing operators and vehicle storage facility employees by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Relating to general officers within the Texas Military Department.
Relating to the terms of district courts in Harris County.
Relating to hearings and protests before appraisal review boards involving ad valorem tax determinations.
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals and to the conduct that constitutes the practice of psychology.
Relating to the multiuse training and operations center facility.
Relating to the requirements for withdrawal by a certified self-insurer from workers' compensation self-insurance.
Relating to certain alternative education programs designed to address workforce development needs for at-risk students.
Relating to the supervision of pharmacist-interns, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy technician trainees by a pharmacist and the provision of pharmacy services through a telepharmacy system; establishing a remote dispensing site license.
Relating to the veterans county service office.
Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for persons who served in the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment.
Relating to the designation of a portion of Interstate Highway 35W in Johnson County as the Deputy Clifton Taylor Memorial Highway.
Relating to the penalties for certain littering offenses.
Relating to the designation of certain highways and locations, including the establishment of the Tom Lea Trail.
Relating to maternal mortality reporting and investigation information.
Relating to information about services for women veterans provided through certain state agency applications.
Relating to notice of an extension of the timeline for a parent to request a special education impartial due process hearing in certain circumstances.
Relating to the office of the state long-term care ombudsman; affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense.
Relating to dyslexia screening and testing in public schools, the employment of dyslexia specialists by regional education service centers, the development of a list of training opportunities for educators regarding dyslexia, and transition planning for students enrolled in a special education program.
Relating to the regulation of motor vehicle towing, booting, and storage and to the elimination of required state licensing for vehicle booting companies and operators; creating a criminal offense.
Relating to the operation of medical supply transport vehicles during a declared state of disaster.
Relating to liability for the sale or transfer of law enforcement vehicles before removal of certain equipment and insignia; providing civil penalties.
Relating to farm mutual insurance companies.
Relating to a penalty for independent executors who misrepresent in an affidavit in lieu of the inventory, appraisement, and list of claims that certain beneficiaries received the inventory and appraisement.
Relating to properly recorded diacritical marks in vital statistics records, driver's licenses, commercial driver's licenses, and personal identification certificates.
Relating to a documented member of the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas hunting certain deer.
Relating to creating an abbreviated certification program and probationary and standard certificates for trade and industrial workforce training.
Relating to application requirements for certain probate proceedings.
Designating July as Train Safety Awareness Month for a 10-year period beginning in 2017.
Relating to the issuance of Blessed are the Peacemakers specialty license plates.
Relating to the delivery of certain Medicaid services to certain persons.
Relating to the continuation of medical assistance for certain individuals.
Relating to the administration and enforcement of produce safety standards by the Department of Agriculture; authorizing an administrative penalty.
Relating to sending notice of proposed contracts for highway projects by e-mail.
Relating to calculation of average daily attendance for public school students in blended learning programs.
Relating to requiring school districts and open-enrollment charter schools to report certain information regarding expanded learning opportunities.
Relating to the entitlement to expunction for certain persons who are arrested solely as a result of inaccurate identifying information.
Relating to the duties of the structural pest control advisory committee.
Expressing support for prioritizing a substantial increase in funding for graduate medical education before authorizing the creation and support of additional medical schools.
Relating to the child safety zone applicable to registered sex offenders and to certain other persons who are released on parole or to mandatory supervision.
Relating to the delegation of matters to the executive director of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Relating to the designation of a portion of Farm-to-Market Road 649 as the State Trooper David Lee Nevarez Memorial Highway.
Relating to designating July 7 as Fallen Law Enforcement Officer Day.
Relating to territory of county assistance districts.
Relating to the production of public information under the public information law.
Relating to repayment of certain mental health professional education loans.
Relating to the participation in the Texas Municipal Retirement System of certain employees of certain municipalities subject to the Texas Local Fire Fighters Retirement Act.
Relating to agricultural liens.
Relating to driver's and learner licenses and the issuance of certain driver's licenses and identification certificates; authorizing a fee.
Relating to the establishment of the commercial license buyback account managed by the Parks and Wildlife Department.
Relating to certain mental health screenings under the Texas Health Steps program.
Relating to the renewal of a certificate of registration by certain interior designers.
Relating to including the obligations of Federal Home Loan Banks as authorized investments for a governmental entity and the requirements for certificates of deposit or share certificates held as authorized investments for a governmental entity.
Relating to the exemption from the taxes imposed on the sale, use, or rental of certain motor vehicles owned or used by a church, religious society, or open-enrollment charter school and from registration fees for motor vehicles owned by open-enrollment charter schools.
Relating to the dissolution of a levee improvement district by a commissioners court.
Relating to liability of certain electric utilities that contract with political subdivisions for certain uses of land that the electric utility owns, occupies, or leases.
Relating to the time for returning ballots mailed by certain federal postcard applicants.
Relating to procedures for taking possession of a child and for certain hearings in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Relating to reporting requirements for investigations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation against residents of certain health facilities.
Relating to creating a pilot program to provide summer internships for foster youth.
Relating to acreage contracts and quantity contracts for the purchase of agricultural products.
Relating to the security of high-speed rail operated by a private entity.
Relating to the development of a quality-based outcome measure for the child health plan program and Medicaid regarding certain persons with HIV.
Relating to minimum scores required for students in certain school districts to pass an examination for acceleration or for credit.
Relating to regulating the custody transfer of an adopted child; creating a criminal offense.
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. 3808.
Relating to the carrying of certain knives; creating a criminal offense.
Relating to access to records that pertain to the testing for, and fitting and dispensing of, hearing instruments.
Relating to the right of certain appellants to supersede a judgment or order on appeal.
Relating to the procedure for the entering of a plea or a stipulation of evidence by a child subject to a determinate sentence.
Relating to restricting access to certain information that relates to a person convicted of or granted a dismissal after deferral of disposition for a fine-only misdemeanor offense.
Relating to the liability of first responders who provide roadside assistance.
Relating to the creation and funding of the Texas Forensic Science Commission operating account.
Relating to the creation of a task force to identify opportunities for academic credit and industry recognition for inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Relating to operation of public schools on Memorial Day.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage of hearing aids and cochlear implants for certain individuals.
Relating to maintenance of certification by a physician or an applicant for a license to practice medicine in this state.
Relating to the confidentiality of certain home address information in ad valorem tax appraisal records.
Relating to the requirement that certain elected school district boards make audio and video recordings of certain work sessions and special called meetings available on the Internet.
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 2271.
Relating to restoration of the position of public employees when relieved of duty from the Texas military forces or a similar unit.
Relating to the content of an application for Medicaid and coverage for certain services related to maternal depression under the Medicaid and child health plan programs.
Relating to the occurrence on certain premises of certain activities that may constitute a common nuisance.
Relating to the provision of services by the Department of Family and Protective Services, including child protective services and prevention and early intervention services.
Relating to notice to applicants to and enrollees in certain educational programs regarding the consequences of a criminal conviction on eligibility for an occupational license.
Urging Congress to pass a budget.
Relating to the appointment of foster parents and other qualified persons to serve as educational decision-makers for certain children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Relating to designating March 21 as BRAVE Day.
Relating to the issuance of specially marked driver's licenses and personal identification certificates to disabled veterans.
Relating to certain identifying information regarding career school or college students.
Relating to the exchange of certain information between the Department of Family and Protective Services or certain foster care services contractors and a state or local juvenile justice agency.
Relating to the eligibility of the children of certain first responders for free prekindergarten programs in public schools.
Relating to municipal fees charged to public school districts for water and sewer service.
Relating to eligible voters in a confirmation election for a conservation and reclamation district.
Relating to a study of the use of a patient-reported outcomes registry in conjunction with health coverage for certain governmental employees.
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of, and the deferral or abatement of ad valorem taxes on, certain residence homesteads.
Designating Spurger as the Knife Capital of Texas for a 10-year period beginning in 2017.
Relating to investigations of child abuse, neglect, or exploitation and to child protective services functions of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Relating to a report regarding certain health and safety information prepared by the Texas Education Agency.
Relating to authorization for certain health care facilities to secure residents with wheelchair self-release seat belts.
Relating to the regulation of certain long-term care facilities, including facilities that provide care to persons with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders; authorizing an administrative penalty.
Relating to a study on the availability of information regarding convictions and deferred dispositions for certain misdemeanors punishable by fine only.
Relating to vehicle registration.
Relating to domestic surplus lines insurers; authorizing and imposing a tax.
Relating to developmental coursework offered by public institutions of higher education under the Texas Success Initiative.
Relating to the reporting of attempted child abductions.
Relating to the abolition of the fee established by the commissioner of the General Land Office for processing applications for terminal facility discharge prevention and response certificates.
Relating to a recording of certain proceedings of the Texas Supreme Court and Court of Criminal Appeals and the publication of the recordings.
Relating to the administrative, civil, and criminal consequences, including fines, fees, and costs, imposed on persons arrested for, charged with, or convicted of certain criminal offenses and to the creation of a commission to review certain penal laws of this state; increasing a criminal penalty.
Relating to civil suits brought by local governments or certain other persons for violations of certain laws under the jurisdiction of, or rules adopted or orders or permits issued by, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Relating to eligibility and contributions for coverage under the state employee group benefits program and health benefit plans offered by certain university systems.
Relating to the administration of the owner-builder loan program.
Relating to the transfer of certain functions related to emergency services districts from the Department of Agriculture to the Texas Division of Emergency Management.
Relating to the promotion of tourism related to the musical heritage of this state.
Relating to the administrative judicial regions in this state.
Relating to establishing a statewide electronic tracking system for evidence of a sex offense.
Relating to the establishment of the emergency medical services assistance program.
Relating to information included in the curriculum of each driver education course and driving safety course.
Relating to the operation of an unmanned aircraft over certain facilities or sports venues; creating a criminal offense.
Relating to conditions of community supervision for defendants convicted of certain criminal offenses involving animals; authorizing fees.
Relating to captive insurance companies.
Relating to the release of certain defendants pending a motion for new trial or an appeal from a misdemeanor conviction.
Relating to requiring the use of multidisciplinary teams appointed by children's advocacy centers in certain child abuse investigations.
Relating to a school district contract to partner with an open-enrollment charter school to operate a district campus.
Relating to certain applications to obtain a license to carry a handgun and to the associated handgun proficiency course.
Relating to temporary certification of an educator from outside the state who is the spouse of an active duty military service member.
Relating to the Palo Duro River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
Designating Big Spring as the Lighted Poinsettia Capital of Texas.
Relating to the powers and compensation of criminal law magistrates in Tarrant County.
Relating to alternative registration technologies for commercial motor vehicles.
Relating to the appointment of a bailiff by district courts and county courts at law in Bowie County.
Relating to the insurance reporting program operated by the Title IV-D agency to enforce certain child support obligations.
Relating to the elimination of certain formula funding and dropped course restrictions for returning adult students at public institutions of higher education and to the tuition rate that may be charged to those students for certain excessive undergraduate hours.
Relating to the investment of funds in, and operation of guardianships of the estate in relation to, accounts established under the Texas Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Program.
Relating to requirements for the court in permanency hearings for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services who are receiving transitional living services.
Relating to the regulation of certain educational institutions by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board; providing administrative penalties.
Relating to an annual report on state programs not funded by appropriations.
Relating to the adoption of common admission application forms for institutions of higher education.
Relating to the student loan default prevention and financial aid literacy pilot program.
Relating to local juvenile justice information systems.
Relating to the application for and issuance of a marriage license and the marriage of a minor.
Relating to the investment authority of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
Relating to public school accountability.
Relating to the provision of eye health care by certain professionals and institutions as providers in the Medicaid managed care program.
Relating to contributions to, benefits from, late fees imposed by, and the administration of systems and programs administered by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
Relating to vacancies on the governing body of a Type A general-law municipality.
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1450.
Relating to the Texas Physician Assistant Board and the licensing and regulation of physician assistants.
Relating to the definition of road machinery for purposes of certain provisions governing vehicle equipment.
Relating to an application for a new or amended water right submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Relating to applications for the complete restoration of a ward's capacity or modification of a guardianship.
Relating to contract requirements for prescription drug benefits provided by Medicaid managed care organizations.
Designating Dripping Springs as the official Wedding Capital of Texas for a 10-year period beginning in 2017.
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 2442.
Commemorating the 40th annual Great Texas Balloon Race in Gregg County.
Honoring Captain Carl H. Isett on the event of his retirement from the United States Navy Reserve.
Relating to the requirement of a guardian to provide information regarding a ward's health and residence to certain relatives of the ward.
Relating to confidential communications of victims of certain family violence offenses.
Relating to contributions to, benefits from, membership in, and the administration of systems and programs administered by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
Relating to the Texas Peace Officers' Memorial Monument and Ceremony.
Relating to certain examination and continuing education requirements for applicants for and holders of liquefied petroleum gas licenses.
Relating to the investigation of, and release of information concerning, communicable disease, including the Zika virus and other high consequence communicable diseases.
Relating to the state and regional water planning process and the funding of projects included in the state water plan.
Relating to instruction in career and technology education provided by public schools, including instruction in technology applications, cybersecurity, and computer coding, and to consideration of completed practicums and internships in school accountability ratings.
Relating to the permissible uses of the floodplain management account.
Relating to the allocation of low income housing tax credits.
Relating to certain requirements imposed on a sex offender who enters the premises of a school and to the refusal of entry to or ejection from school district property.
Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for certain veterans.
Relating to the regulation of game rooms in certain counties.
Relating to the release of a child taken into possession by a law enforcement officer.
Relating to certain powers and duties of the board of trustees of an independent school district and the governing body of an open-enrollment charter school and to abolishing certain county boards of education, boards of county school trustees, and offices of county school superintendent.
Relating to the Gulf Coast Waste Disposal Authority.
Relating to the authority of certain county and district clerks to obtain and retain information that identifies a person filing a document or requesting services.
Relating to abolishing shampoo apprentice permits and shampoo specialty certificates.
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1839.
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1566.
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 1691.
Relating to the adoption by state agencies of rules affecting rural communities.
Congratulating artist Colin Kimball of McKinney on his receipt of a Distinguished Citizen Medal from the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Relating to eligibility for support from the universal service fund.
Relating to the composition of the aviation advisory committee.
Relating to the issuance of identification documentation for foster care youth.
Relating to forms of notice that may be provided by the Department of Public Safety during certain enforcement proceedings and actions.
Relating to the procedure for obtaining a right to use state water if the applicant proposes an alternative source of water that is not state water.
Relating to acceptance of donations and bequests by a commissioners court.
Relating to the establishment of the Work Group on Mental Health Access for First Responders.
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 22.
Relating to displaying certain informational materials and videos in driver's license offices.
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house of representatives to make corrections in H.B. No. 3287.
Relating to the monitoring of major information resources projects by the Department of Information Resources.
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 3574.
Relating to the attendance by a quorum of a governmental body at certain candidate events under the open meetings law.
Relating to the prosecution and punishment of certain trafficking and sexual offenses; creating a criminal offense.
Relating to jurisdiction of the county courts in certain counties.
Urging appropriate state agencies to support the establishment of a veterans memorial in Conroe.
Relating to the 32nd Judicial District Juvenile Board.
Relating to the suspension, revocation, or cancellation of a driver's license or personal identification certificate and to certain conduct constituting contempt of court that may result in the suspension or denial of a driver's license.
Relating to the authority of a person to sell property without engaging in business as a motor vehicle dealer.
Relating to persons required to establish nursing peer review committees.
Relating to criminal background checks for persons employed by certain public school contractors.
Congratulating Gregory D. Watson on having the overall course grade for his 1982 University of Texas American government class elevated from a C to an A after a wait of 35 years.
Relating to the care and transportation provided to a sexual assault survivor by a health care facility.
In memory of Dana Sean Shurtleff.
Relating to certain pretrial procedures in criminal cases.
Relating to excluding certain students from the computation of dropout and completion rates for purposes of public school accountability.
Relating to the administration of and eligibility for participation in a veterans treatment court program and the issuance of orders of nondisclosure for certain participants who successfully complete that program.
Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the first aircraft landing at Mineola-Wisener Field Airport in Wood County.
Relating to the use of a broker for the sale or lease of real property by the Dallas County Hospital District.
Relating to the regulation of dangerous dogs and dogs that attack persons in certain municipalities.
Relating to the jurisdiction of this state to tax tangible personal property that is used continually in this state.
Relating to the disposal of certain motor vehicles to a motor vehicle demolisher.
Relating to state banks, state bank holding companies, and branches of foreign banks.
Relating to the establishment of an educational and vocational training pilot program for certain state jail felony defendants.
Relating to certain protective orders and agreements involving families.
Requesting the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house of representatives to create a joint interim committee to examine all state open-government laws.
Relating to the definitions of highway maintenance and service vehicles for purposes of certain provisions governing vehicle equipment.
Relating to certain benefits and protections for military service members.
Relating to charitable raffles conducted by the charitable foundations of certain professional sports teams.
Relating to the dissolution of the Central Colorado River Authority.
Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates to honor recipients of the Commendation Medal with Valor and Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal.
Relating to combined municipal sales tax ballot propositions.
Relating to an election to reduce or increase the sales and use tax rate imposed by a municipality for the benefit of a Type B development corporation.
Relating to the capture, use, or recording of certain items for commercial purposes, including the prosecution of criminal offenses regarding unauthorized recordings.
Relating to indemnification and duties of engineers and architects under certain governmental contracts.
Relating to air conditioning and refrigeration contracting and the education and certification of air conditioning and refrigeration technicians.
Relating to certification of the state's primary standards of weights and measures.
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by a charitable organization and used to provide tax return preparation and other financial services without regard to the beneficiaries' ability to pay.
Relating to the issuance of specialty plates to honor recipients of the Distinguished Flying Cross medal with Valor.
Relating to the meeting of a governmental body held by videoconference call.
Relating to the eligibility of a criminal defendant for an order of nondisclosure of criminal history record information.
Relating to certain promotional activities by the holders of certain alcoholic beverage permits and licenses.
Relating to the maximum amount of a documentary fee charged by a retail seller of motor vehicles.
Relating to reciprocity requirements for nonresident insurance agents to offer or sell insurance policies issued by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain provisions of the Code of Criminal Procedure, including conforming amendments.
Relating to the 1st Multicounty County Court at Law.
Relating to the Paris Junior College District.
Relating to a withdrawal of a candidate.
Relating to the form and revocation of medical powers of attorney.
Urging future owners to preserve the name of the G. J. Sutton State Office Complex in San Antonio.
Relating to the powers of the TexAmericas Center.
Relating to the operation and administration of and practice in courts in the judicial branch of state government; increasing a fee.
Relating to the eligibility requirements for employment as an ombudsman of the Office of Injured Employee Counsel under the Texas Workers' Compensation Act.
Relating to automated motor vehicles.
Relating to the regulation of the operation of an unmanned aircraft and the prosecution of a related criminal offense.
Relating to the fee collected for an on-site wastewater treatment permit application.
Relating to psychological counseling for certain grand jurors.
Relating to workers' compensation insurance coverage for certain intrastate fire mutual aid system team members and regional incident management team members.
Designating the city of Rockwall as the official Live Music Capital of North Texas for a 10-year period beginning in 2017.
Relating to the engagement strategies included in a school district's family engagement plan.
Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offense of the possession, manufacture, transport, repair, or sale of certain prohibited explosive weapons.
Relating to certain real estate sales, brokerage, and advertising activities, certain functions of the Texas Real Estate Commission.
Relating to the use of certain lighting equipment on security patrol vehicles.
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4102.
Relating to removal of deceased voters from voter rolls.
Relating to the establishment of an advisory committee for the TexNet seismic monitoring program.
Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain local laws concerning water and wastewater special districts, including conforming amendments.
Relating to the electronic recording and admissibility of certain custodial interrogations.
Relating to the implementation of student financial assistance programs for veterans and their families.
Relating to requirements for educator preparation program support for certain candidates for certification.
Relating to the county budget for certain court personnel.
Relating to the disclosure to public schools of certain records of students placed in residential facilities.
Relating to directing payment, after approval, of certain miscellaneous claims and judgments against the state out of funds designated by this Act; making appropriations.
Relating to the access of criminal history record information by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Relating to the building code standards for new residential construction in the unincorporated area of certain counties; affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense.
Relating to a parent's right to view the body of a deceased child before an autopsy is performed.
Relating to requiring the Texas Supreme Court to adopt rules and provide judicial instruction regarding the application of foreign laws in certain family law cases.
Relating to notification provided to certain victims of criminal offenses.
Relating to common nuisances.
Relating to investment of public funds, including certain expenditures by public institutions of higher education and university systems that are eligible for certain tax credits.
Relating to the creation of a matching grant program to support community mental health programs for individuals experiencing mental illness and the coordination of certain behavioral health grants.
Relating to access to and benefits for mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
Relating to authorizing public benefit corporations.
Relating to the establishment of the Tom Lea Trail.
Relating to the uses of the lifetime license endowment account by the Parks and Wildlife Department.
Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 289 in Dallas County as the Harold C. Simmons Memorial Highway.
Relating to the provision of certain self-help resources by state and county courts, including through the Internet website of a state court and in the office of the court clerk.
Relating to Texas Military Heroes Day in public schools.
Relating to cybersecurity for state agency information resources.
Relating to financial accountability standards for charter schools operated by a public institution of higher education.
Relating to a study conducted by the Texas Education Agency regarding the statewide assessment program in relation to students in special education programs.
Relating to certain limitations on settlement agreements with a governmental unit.
Relating to the regulation of certain guardianship programs.
Relating to procedures and fees for the deposit and safekeeping of wills.
Relating to certain procedures for cases and orders relating to the Title IV-D agency.
Relating to a sexual assault policy at certain public and private institutions of higher education and to requiring those institutions to provide students and employees an option to electronically report certain offenses to the institution.
Relating to establishing a pilot program in designated public high schools in certain municipalities for placement of students in Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps programs as an alternative to placement in disciplinary or juvenile justice alternative education programs.
Relating to vehicle safety inspections, including vehicles exempt from those inspections.
Relating to the use of certain assessment instruments as secondary exit-level assessment instruments to allow certain public school students to receive a high school diploma.
Relating to certain voter registration information.
Relating to the administration of the Port of Houston Authority.
Relating to the administration of and benefits payable under the Texas Public School Retired Employees Group Benefits Act.
Relating to a review of occupational licensing requirements and an applicant's criminal history.
Relating to regulation of the commercial oyster industry in this state; increasing criminal penalties; authorizing a fee.
Relating to treatment and care provided by licensed medical professionals to animals in certain facilities.
Relating to the expunction of arrest records and files for certain veterans and the waiver of fees and costs charged for the expunction and to the eligibility of certain victims of trafficking of persons for an order of nondisclosure.
Relating to the use of certain lighting equipment on airport security vehicles.
Relating to certain lottery prize winners' choice to remain anonymous.
Relating to installment payments of ad valorem taxes.
Relating to amounts charged to an enrollee in a health benefit plan for prescription drugs covered by the plan.
Relating to meeting the graduate medical education needs of new medical degree programs offered by public institutions of higher education and to the employment status of certain residents participating in certain graduate medical education programs.
Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs.
Relating to the notice and procedural requirements for bills proposing the creation of or annexation of land to certain special purpose districts.
Relating to limitations on courses that may be offered for dual credit by school districts and public institutions of higher education.
Relating to requirements for a representative for a student in a special education due process hearing.
Relating to the certification of food service workers.
Relating to certain procedures for tax redeterminations and refund claims.
Relating to the creation of a temporary health insurance risk pool.
Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 84 as the Trooper Jonathan Thomas McDonald Memorial Highway.
Relating to a requirement that school districts and open-enrollment charter schools report certain information regarding children with disabilities who reside in residential facilities.
Relating to the plugging or capping of abandoned, deteriorated, open, or uncovered water wells in the Bandera County River Authority and Groundwater District.
Relating to the designation of the structure on State Highway 6 in Eastland County adjacent to Lake Cisco connecting the north and south banks of Sandy Creek as the Bedford-Carmichael Bridge.
Relating to designating the third Wednesday in October as Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day.
Relating to parental rights and information regarding certain intervention strategies used with public school students.
Relating to certain purchasing by state agencies and local governments.
Relating to the abolishment of the used oil recycling account, deposits of used oil recycling fees, and use of the water resource management account.
Relating to civil liability for removing certain individuals from a motor vehicle.
Relating to conditions on the receipt of tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for adopted students formerly in foster or other residential care.
Relating to the development and use of instructional modules and training for public schools on the prevention of sexual abuse and sex trafficking and participation by the human trafficking prevention task force in that development.
Relating to recordings, acknowledgments, and proofs of certain written instruments.
Relating to the regulation of seed by a political subdivision.
Relating to the suspension of a student enrolled in a grade level below grade three from public school and to a positive behavior program for public schools.
Relating to the sharing of death record information between the Department of State Health Services and the Department of Public Safety.
Relating to a succession plan for a regional public defender's office that primarily handles capital cases.
Relating to a list of best practice-based programs and research-based practices in certain areas for implementation in public schools.
Relating to an additional fee for issuing a marriage license to applicants who are not residents of this state and the form of a marriage license and application for a marriage license.
Relating to the admissibility of certain evidence in the prosecution of certain offenses involving family violence.
Relating to the provision of certain investigational stem cell treatments to patients with certain severe chronic diseases or terminal illnesses and regulating the possession, use, and transfer of adult stem cells; creating a criminal offense.
Relating to a writ of mandamus by a court of appeals against certain judges.
Relating to adverse possession of real property by a cotenant heir against other cotenant heirs.
Relating to making supplemental appropriations and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding appropriations.
Relating to the system for protesting or appealing certain ad valorem tax determinations.
Relating to the preparation, certification, and classification of and professional development for public school educators.
Relating to municipal regulation of manufactured home communities.
Relating to inappropriate conduct between a person and an animal; creating a criminal offense.
Relating to measures to prevent wrongful convictions.
Relating to the regulation of substance abuse facilities and programs for juveniles.
Relating to confidentiality, sharing, sealing, and destruction of juvenile records.
Relating to the selection and summons of prospective grand jurors.
Relating to procedures regarding criminal defendants who are or may be persons with a mental illness or an intellectual disability and to certain duties of the Office of Court Administration of the Texas Judicial System related to persons with mental illness.
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Relating to the resolution of disputes or errors involving the ad valorem taxation of the same property by multiple taxing units of the same type as a result of disputed, overlapping, or erroneously applied boundaries.
Relating to the operation of vehicles transporting fluid milk; authorizing a fee.
Relating to photo identification for certain debit or credit card transactions.
Relating to prostitution and the trafficking of persons, civil racketeering related to trafficking, the prevention, investigation, and prosecution of and punishment for certain sexual offenses and offenses involving or related to trafficking, reimbursement of certain costs for criminal victims who are children, and the release and reporting of certain information relating to a child; increasing criminal penalties; creating criminal offenses.
Relating to cybercrime; creating criminal offenses.
Relating to requiring certain public and private institutions of higher education to provide amnesty to students who report certain incidents, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, or stalking.
Relating to the regulation of a motor carrier and the enforcement of motor carrier regulations; authorizing the imposition of a fee; creating a criminal offense.
Relating to the placement and use of video cameras in certain self-contained classrooms or other settings providing special education services.
Relating to the penalty imposed on certain delinquent oil and gas severance taxes.
Relating to the regulatory authority of the commissioner of insurance and the Texas Department of Insurance.
Relating to the prelicensing education requirements for residential mortgage loan originators.
Approving the amended 2009 settlement agreement between the State of Texas and the U.S. Department of Justice.
Relating to instructional materials and technology for public schools.
Relating to a task force of border health officials.
Urging Congress to provide sufficient federal funding for the construction of a storm surge barrier along the Texas coast.
Relating to the taking of certain feral hogs and coyotes using a hot air balloon.
Requesting the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house of representatives to provide for a joint interim legislative study regarding the confidentiality of emergency calls.
Relating to the Texas Crime Stoppers Council.
Relating to the creation and re-creation of funds and accounts, the dedication and rededication of revenue, and the exemption of unappropriated money from use for general governmental purposes.
Urging Congress to increase appropriations from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund to properly maintain ship channels.
Relating to the use of the fund for veterans' assistance to provide grants to support veterans county service offices.
Relating to the transfer of jurisdiction over and management of the property known as the French Legation to the Texas Historical Commission and to certain historic sites under the commission's jurisdiction.
Expressing support for the creation of the Sam Houston Republic of Texas Presidential Library at Sam Houston State University.
Commemorating the 25th anniversary of the unconventional ratification of the 27th Amendment to the United States Constitution.
Relating to the repeal of laws governing certain state entities, including the functions of those entities, and to certain duties, responsibilities, and functions of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on the abolishment of certain of those entities.
Relating to the provision of services as an alternative to adjudication for certain children who engage in conduct in need of supervision or delinquent conduct and to a study on certain juvenile justice issues.
Relating to access to a residence or former residence to retrieve personal property, including access based on danger of family violence.
Relating to the reimbursement of certain providers under the Medicaid program for the provision of telehealth services.
Relating to licensing for certain health professions, including an expedited process for certain physicians specializing in psychiatry; authorizing a fee.
Relating to the disclosure of certain registration information by the voter registrar.
Relating to informal dispute resolutions for violations of health and safety standards at certain long-term care facilities; authorizing the imposition of costs.
Relating to an exemption for certain law enforcement and military personnel from the requirement to complete a hunter education program.
Relating to providing workplace safety training information for use in the public school curriculum.
Relating to the expunction of certain convictions or arrests of a minor for certain alcohol-related offenses.
Relating to the enforcement of workers' compensation compliance and practice requirements.
Relating to the Texas economic development fund for the Department of Agriculture.