HB 988
87-0 (2021)
Author: Shine, Hugh | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to ad valorem taxation; creating a criminal offense.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Local Government
See remarks for effective date
BOATS & BOATING|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Courts--District|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|Taxation--Property-Appeal of Tax Decisions|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts
HB 2327
87-0 (2021)
Author: Frullo, John
Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for operating a watercraft while intoxicated with a child passenger; changing the eligibility for deferred adjudication community supervision.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Postponed
BOATS & BOATING|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|DEFERRED ADJUDICATION|MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION|Minors--Health & Safety|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 2499
87-0 (2021)
Author: Stucky, Lynn
Relating to the wearing of a personal flotation device while being towed behind a motorboat or while engaged in water sports in or on the wake of a motorboat; creating a criminal offense.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Received from the House
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|Safety
HB 2505
87-0 (2021)
Author: Smith, Reggie | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to creating the criminal offense of boating while intoxicated with a child passenger; changing the eligibility for deferred adjudication community supervision.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
BOATS & BOATING|Crimes--Miscellaneous|DEFERRED ADJUDICATION|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 3064
87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to creating the criminal offense of boating while intoxicated with a child passenger; changing the eligibility for deferred adjudication community supervision.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
BOATS & BOATING|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|Minors--Health & Safety|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 4495
87-0 (2021)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the allocation for ad valorem tax purposes of the value of vessels and other watercraft used outside this state.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
BOATS & BOATING|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous|Taxation--Property-State Administration
HB 337
86-0 (2019)
Author: Larson, LyleSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the use of emergency engine cutoff switches on motorboats; creating a criminal offense.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 1811
86-0 (2019)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for certain boating while intoxicated offenses.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
BOATS & BOATING|Crimes--Capital Punishment|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 2218
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lozano, J. M.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to creating a Class C menhaden boat license; imposing a fee; requiring a license.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing|Parks & Wildlife--Licenses|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 2975
86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the sale of a motor vehicle, motorboat, vessel, or outboard motor by a lienholder.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
BOATS & BOATING|Business & Commerce--General|County Government--General|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens|Property Interests--Personal Property|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 4032
86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the regulation, permitting, and taxation of certain boats and boat motors; imposing a fee.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/19
BOATS & BOATING|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|PERMITS|Taxation--Sales
HB 4503
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to the proof of ownership required for the registration of certain boats.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism
BOATS & BOATING|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 210
86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the use of emergency engine cutoff switches on motorboats.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
SB 1669
86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the permitting and taxation of certain boats and boat motors; imposing a fee.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|PERMITS|Taxation--Sales
SB 1710
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a study of the legalization of gambling on riverboats and boats operated on bays of this state.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
Amusements, Games, Sports|BOATS & BOATING|GAMBLING|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 51
85-0 (2017)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to regulation of the commercial oyster industry in this state; increasing criminal penalties; authorizing a fee.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
See remarks for effective date
BOATS & BOATING|OYSTERS|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--Licenses
HB 425
85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie
Relating to the exemption of inventory of certain retail businesses from ad valorem taxation by a school district.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
BOATS & BOATING|CONSTRUCTION & HEAVY EQUIPMENT|Housing--Manufactured Housing|MOTOR VEHICLE DEALERS|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 550
85-0 (2017)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to sound-producing devices on vessels.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Returned from the House for further action
BOATS & BOATING|COAST GUARD, UNITED STATES|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 1721
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from and a limitation on the sales tax imposed on certain boats and boat motors.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Taxation--Sales
HB 1988
85-0 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the use of emergency engine cutoff switches on motorboats.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Received from the House
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 2117
85-0 (2017)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to requiring certain persons to wear a personal flotation device while a passenger on motorboats.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism
BOATS & BOATING|Minors--Health & Safety|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HJR 35
85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation by one or more political subdivisions of this state a person's inventory held for sale at retail.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
BOATS & BOATING|CONSTRUCTION & HEAVY EQUIPMENT|Housing--Manufactured Housing|MOTOR VEHICLE DEALERS|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 708
85-0 (2017)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to an exemption from numbering for certain vessels propelled by trolling motors.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--General|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
SB 1032
85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to an exemption from and a limitation on the sales tax imposed on certain boats and boat motors.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Taxation--Sales
SB 1556
85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the management of commercial oyster boats in this state.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
BOATS & BOATING|OYSTERS|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--Licenses
HB 343
85-1 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the use of emergency engine cutoff switches on motorboats.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
SB 105
85-1 (2017)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the use of emergency engine cutoff switches on motorboats.
Filed
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 619
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from and a limitation on the sales tax imposed on certain boats and boat motors.
House: Ways & Means
1 hr. notice-for reconsideration
BOATS & BOATING|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Taxation--Sales
HB 1466
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, DennisSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to Parks and Wildlife Department procedures for the transfer of ownership of boats or outboard motors; providing penalties; creating a criminal offense.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
BOATS & BOATING|Coastal Affairs & Beaches|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 2076
84-0 (2015)
Author: Oliveira, René | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to notice requirements and other procedures relating to the possession or sale of a motor vehicle, motorboat, vessel, or outboard motor by a possessory lienholder.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
BOATS & BOATING|Business & Commerce--General|County Government--General|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens|Property Interests--Personal Property|Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 845
84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to an exemption from and a limitation on the sales tax imposed on certain boats and boat motors.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
BOATS & BOATING|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Taxation--Sales
HB 115
83-0 (2013)
Author: Larson, LyleSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to identification numbers on vessels.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
BOATS & BOATING|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--General|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 597
83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to boater education and examinations on preventing the spread of exotic harmful or potentially harmful aquatic plants, fish, and shellfish.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
BOATS & BOATING|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 1106
83-0 (2013)
Author: Larson, LyleSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the identification and operation of vessels in the waters of this state.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
BOATS & BOATING|Coastal Affairs & Beaches|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 1233
83-0 (2013)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to the documentary fee charged in connection with the sale of certain recreational vehicles and boats.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Laid on the table subject to call
BOATS & BOATING|Business & Commerce--General|CONSUMER CREDIT COMMISSIONER, OFFICE OF|FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS|Financial--General|MOTORCYCLES|RECREATIONAL & ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 1658
83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to requiring the arrest and collection of a breath or blood specimen of persons operating a motor vehicle or watercraft while intoxicated under certain circumstances.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Considered in Calendars
BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS|BOATS & BOATING|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 3083
83-0 (2013)
Author: Stickland, Jonathan
Relating to the requirement to carry a certificate of number identification card on a vessel.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|IDENTIFICATION CARDS|Parks & Wildlife--General|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 3272
83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to the imposition of and a limitation on the sales tax imposed on certain vessels.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
BOATS & BOATING|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Taxation--Sales
HB 3458
83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the offense of evading arrest or detention.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
BOATS & BOATING|Crimes--Miscellaneous|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 862
83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the imposition of and a limitation on the sales tax imposed on certain vessels.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in subcommittee
BOATS & BOATING|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Taxation--Sales
SB 1137
83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the powers and duties of the Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority and to the creation of the vehicle crime prevention account.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
BOATS & BOATING|BURGLARY|Crimes--Against Property|RECREATIONAL & ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES|VEHICLE CRIME PREVENTION AUTHORITY|Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 1248
83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Flynn, Dan
Relating to the documentary fee charged in connection with the sale of certain recreational vehicles and boats.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
BOATS & BOATING|MOTOR VEHICLE DEALERS|RECREATIONAL & ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES|Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 1684
83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the registration of boat trailers.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
BOATS & BOATING|MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--General|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 25
82-0 (2011)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Patrick, Dan
Relating to the carrying of certain weapons in a watercraft.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/11
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|Weapons
HB 77
82-0 (2011)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to the carrying of certain weapons in watercraft.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|Weapons
HB 308
82-0 (2011)
Author: Menendez, JoseSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to life preserving devices on recreational vessels.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--General|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 384
82-0 (2011)
Author: Menendez, JoseSponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the proper identification of boats and outboard motors; creating an offense.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
BOATS & BOATING|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|Parks & Wildlife--General|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 555
82-0 (2011)
Author: Howard, DonnaSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to reportable boating accidents and the penalties for certain boating accidents.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
ACCIDENTS|BOATS & BOATING|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|Parks & Wildlife--General|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 596
82-0 (2011)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to offenses involving operating a motorboat in a circular course.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 673
82-0 (2011)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the production and use of an instructional video on recreational water safety.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
BOATS & BOATING|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Driver Education & Training|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|VIDEOTAPE & FILM
HB 787
82-0 (2011)
Author: Kuempel, JohnSponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to abandoned, wrecked, dismantled, discarded, and inoperable aircraft and vessels.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
BOATS & BOATING|Law Enforcement|Transportation--Aviation|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 1395
82-0 (2011)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to the requirements to operate personal watercraft and certain boats.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
BOATS & BOATING|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 1790
82-0 (2011)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to a limitation on the sales and use tax imposed on a boat.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
BOATS & BOATING|Taxation--Sales
HB 1960
82-0 (2011)
Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the regulation of boat manufacturers, distributors, and dealers; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
ATTORNEY GENERAL|BOATS & BOATING|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2187
82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to the imposition of and a limitation on the sales tax imposed on certain vessels.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
BOATS & BOATING|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Taxation--Sales
HB 2981
82-0 (2011)
Author: Hunter, ToddSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the operation on a highway or street of a motor vehicle that is drawing a boat or personal watercraft in or on which a child is riding; providing a penalty.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
BOATS & BOATING|Crimes--Miscellaneous|Minors--Health & Safety|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road
HB 3297
82-0 (2011)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the registration and titling of motorboats, vessels, and outboard motors by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--General|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 3722
82-0 (2011)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the boater education program of the Parks and Wildlife Department.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
BOATS & BOATING|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--Parks
HCR 93
82-0 (2011)
Author: Torres, Raul
Requesting the lieutenant governor and speaker to create a joint interim committee to study tax policy as it relates to boat sales and marine services in Texas.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
BOATS & BOATING|Interim Studies|Resolutions--Legislative Policy|Taxation--General
SB 496
82-0 (2011)
Author: Fraser, TroySponsor: Hilderbran, Harvey | et. al.
Relating to the punishment for the offense of evading arrest or detention.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/11
BOATS & BOATING|Crimes--Miscellaneous|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
SB 1315
82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the regulation of boat manufacturers, distributors, and dealers; providing a civil penalty.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
ATTORNEY GENERAL|BOATS & BOATING|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1466
82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the powers and duties of the Vehicle and Watercraft Crime Prevention Authority and to the creation of the vehicle and watercraft crime prevention account.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
AUTOMOBILE BURGLARY & THEFT PREVENTION AUTHORITY|BOATS & BOATING|BURGLARY|Crimes--Against Property|MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|State Finances--Management & Control|VEHICLE & WATERCRAFT CRIME PREVENTION AUTHORITY|Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 1852
82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the recovery and storage of vessels following natural disasters; providing penalties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Refer to s/c on Flooding & Evacuations by Pres
ABANDONED & JUNKED VEHICLES|BOATS & BOATING|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Property Interests--Personal Property
HB 453
81-0 (2009)
Author: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the use of auction proceeds from the sale of certain abandoned motor vehicles to compensate certain property owners.
House: Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
ABANDONED & JUNKED VEHICLES|BOATS & BOATING|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Crimes--Against Property|Law Enforcement
HB 560
81-0 (2009)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to injury leave for peace officers injured by an intoxicated driver of a motor vehicle or boat.
House: Public Safety
Referred to Public Safety
BOATS & BOATING|EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE|Fire Fighters & Police--General|PEACE OFFICERS|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 1896
81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, John | et. al.
Relating to the exemption from the sales and use tax of boat slip rental fees charged at certain marinas severely damaged by Hurricane Ike.
House: Ways & Means
Placed on General State Calendar
BOATS & BOATING|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Taxation--Sales
HB 2071
81-0 (2009)
Author: Oliveira, ReneSponsor: Patrick, Dan
Relating to the reporting of certain inventories for ad valorem tax purposes; providing penalties.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/09
BOATS & BOATING|MANUFACTURED HOUSING|MOTOR VEHICLE DEALERS|Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 3108
81-0 (2009)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to an interim study of recreational boating safety in Texas.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/09
BOATS & BOATING|Interim Studies|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 3109
81-0 (2009)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to certain offenses involving boating safety and the disposition of fines for certain water safety offenses.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Placed on General State Calendar
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 3979
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle on a highway or street that is drawing a boat or personal watercraft in or on which a person is riding; providing a penalty.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
BOATS & BOATING|Highways|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road
HB 4197
81-0 (2009)
Author: Legler, Ken
Relating to boating safety and boater education.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 4234
81-0 (2009)
Author: Otto, John
Relating to the collection by the Parks and Wildlife Department of taxes imposed on the sales and use of boats and boat motors and to the disposition of those taxes.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--General|Taxation--Sales
HB 4286
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the disposal of sewage by boats.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
BOATS & BOATING|Coastal Affairs & Beaches|Environment--Water|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 4395
81-0 (2009)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to the regulation of boat manufacturers, distributors, and dealers; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
BOATS & BOATING|Business & Commerce--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 328
81-0 (2009)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Phillips, Larry
Relating to operating a motor vehicle or a watercraft while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/09
BOATS & BOATING|DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING|Minors--Health & Safety|Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
SB 1745
81-0 (2009)
Author: Harris, ChrisSponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to certain offenses involving boating safety and the disposition of fines for certain water safety offenses.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Placed on General State Calendar
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
SB 1746
81-0 (2009)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to an interim study of recreational boating safety in Texas.
Senate: Administration
No action taken in committee
BOATS & BOATING|Interim Studies|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
SB 1859
81-0 (2009)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the exemption from the sales and use tax of boat slip rental fees charged at certain marinas severely damaged by Hurricane Ike.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Taxation--Sales
SB 2051
81-0 (2009)
Author: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the collection by the Parks and Wildlife Department of taxes imposed on the sales and use of boats and boat motors and to the disposition of those taxes.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Ways & Means
BOATS & BOATING|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--General|Taxation--Sales
SB 2095
81-0 (2009)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to requiring a boater education course for certain operators of vessels.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Not again placed on intent calendar
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road
SB 2149
81-0 (2009)
Author: Patrick, Dan
Relating to the reporting of certain inventories for ad valorem tax purposes; providing penalties.
Senate: Finance
Committee report printed and distributed
BOATS & BOATING|MANUFACTURED HOUSING|MOTOR VEHICLE DEALERS|Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous|Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 2445
81-0 (2009)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the disposal of sewage by certain boats.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/09
BOATS & BOATING|Environment--Solid Waste|Environment--Water|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 12
80-0 (2007)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to parks, wildlife, hunting, and historic sites; the funding, powers, and duties of the Parks and Wildlife Department, the Parks and Wildlife Commission, and the Texas Historical Commission; and standards for certain state law enforcement officers; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
Animals|BOATS & BOATING|Historic Preservation & Museums|HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--General|Parks & Wildlife--Parks|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|Taxation--Sales
HB 1248
80-0 (2007)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the sale of mixed beverages aboard certain passenger vessels.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/07
Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|BOATS & BOATING
HB 1733
80-0 (2007)
Author: Goolsby, TonySponsor: Carona, John
Relating to a structure that is considered a homestead exempt from seizure for certain claims.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|Housing--Manufactured Housing|Property Interests--Homestead
HB 2440
80-0 (2007)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of commercially operated party boats on public water of this state.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Left pending in committee
Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|Amusements, Games, Sports|BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 3764
80-0 (2007)
Author: O'Day, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to use of marine dealer, distributor, and manufacturer numbers and issuance of validation cards.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/07
BOATS & BOATING|Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 233
80-0 (2007)
Author: Harris, Chris | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain law enforcement agencies to establish a checkpoint to determine whether persons are boating while intoxicated.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|Law Enforcement|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|SOBRIETY CHECKPOINTS|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
SB 626
80-0 (2007)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to the requirement to complete the boater education course and the deposit of fees from that course.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
SB 795
80-0 (2007)
Author: Janek, Kyle
Relating to the creation of the offense of criminal trespass on a docking place.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
BOATS & BOATING|Crimes--Against Property|TRESPASS
SB 864
80-0 (2007)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to offenses involving boating safety.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
SB 969
80-0 (2007)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Harless, Patricia
Relating to exemptions from certain fees for government vessels and outboard motors.
House: Transportation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
BOATS & BOATING|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|Parks & Wildlife--General
SB 997
80-0 (2007)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the regulation of commercially operated party boats on public water of this state.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
BOATS & BOATING|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 76
79-0 (2005)
Author: Hope, Ruben | et. al.
Relating to the operation of a watercraft while intoxicated.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
BOATS & BOATING|Vehicles & Traffic--Drivers Licenses|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 200
79-0 (2005)
Author: Goodman, Toby
Relating to the administrative suspension of the driver's license of a person arrested for certain offenses involving the operation of a watercraft while intoxicated for the person's failure to pass a test for intoxication.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation, and Tourism
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|Vehicles & Traffic--Drivers Licenses|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 882
79-0 (2005)
Author: Seaman, Gene
Relating to the disposition of an abandoned watercraft.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
ARTIFICIAL REEFS|BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--General|Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 942
79-0 (2005)
Author: Geren, CharlieSponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the registration of antique boats with the Parks and Wildlife Department.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
BOATS & BOATING|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|Parks & Wildlife--General|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 943
79-0 (2005)
Author: Geren, CharlieSponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to evidence establishing ownership of a vessel for a certificate of title issued by the Parks and Wildlife Department.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
BOATS & BOATING|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--General|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 944
79-0 (2005)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the license requirements of marine dealers, distributors, and manufacturers.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Laid on the table subject to call
BOATS & BOATING|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|Parks & Wildlife--General|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 1118
79-0 (2005)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to operating a motor vehicle with a person riding in a boat or personal watercraft being drawn by the vehicle; creating an offense.
House: Transportation Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
BOATS & BOATING|Crimes--Miscellaneous|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 2096
79-0 (2005)
Author: Bonnen, DennisSponsor: Janek, Kyle
Relating to the removal and disposal of certain vessels and structures in certain locations; providing penalties.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
BOATS & BOATING|Coastal Affairs & Beaches|Parks & Wildlife--General|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 3051
79-0 (2005)
Author: Hopson, Chuck
Relating to boating and water safety.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Committee report sent to Calendars
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 3197
79-0 (2005)
Author: Hope, Ruben
Relating to boating safety.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation, and Tourism
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
SB 453
79-0 (2005)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the disposition of an abandoned watercraft.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
ARTIFICIAL REEFS|BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--General|Transportation--Miscellaneous
SB 489
79-0 (2005)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the license requirements of marine dealers, distributors, and manufacturers.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
BOATS & BOATING|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|Parks & Wildlife--General|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
SB 537
79-0 (2005)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the registration of antique boats with the Parks and Wildlife Department.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
BOATS & BOATING|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|Parks & Wildlife--General|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
SB 538
79-0 (2005)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to evidence establishing ownership of a vessel for a certificate of title issued by the Parks and Wildlife Department.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
BOATS & BOATING|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--General|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
SB 1040
79-0 (2005)
Author: Janek, Kyle
Relating to the removal and disposal of certain vessels and structures in certain locations; providing penalties.
Senate: Natural Resources
Not again placed on intent calendar
BOATS & BOATING|Coastal Affairs & Beaches|Parks & Wildlife--General|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 457
78-0 (2003)
Author: Hope, Ruben
Relating to the operation of a watercraft while intoxicated.
House: State Cultural and Recreational Resources Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
BOATS & BOATING|Vehicles & Traffic--Drivers Licenses|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 2511
78-0 (2003)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to electric utility service to tenants of marinas.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred to Regulated Industries
BOATS & BOATING|Property Interests--Landlord & Tenant|Utilities--Electric
HB 2926
78-0 (2003)
Author: Geren, CharlieSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the regulation of marine manufacturers, dealers, and distributors.
House: State Cultural and Recreational Resources Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/03
BOATS & BOATING|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 3442
78-0 (2003)
Author: Pickett, JosephSponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to certain expenditures, charges, and other financial matters of certain governmental entities.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/03
AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|BOATS & BOATING|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|HUDSPETH COUNTY UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DIST. NO. 1|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing|PIPELINE SAFETY|RAILROAD COMMISSION|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Budget|State Finances--Management & Control|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|WATER--CONSERVATION
HB 3511
78-0 (2003)
Author: Flores, Kino
Relating to the possession, storage and sale of motor vehicles, motorboats, vessels, or outboard motors.
House: Business & Industry
Withdrawn from schedule
BOATS & BOATING|Vehicles & Traffic--General|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 456
78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain commercial boats and equipment used for taking or producing fish, shrimp, shellfish, or other marine life.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing|SHRIMPING INDUSTRY|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 1775
78-0 (2003)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the regulation of marine manufacturers, dealers, and distributors.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report printed and distributed
BOATS & BOATING|Vehicles & Traffic--General
SJR 23
78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Proposing a constitutional amendment to exempt from ad valorem taxation certain commercial boats and equipment used for taking or producing fish, shrimp, shellfish, or other marine life.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|SHRIMPING INDUSTRY|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 244
77-0 (2001)
Author: Ellis, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Staples, Todd
Relating to exempting certain emergency service organizations from the sales and use tax on boats and boat motors.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
BOATS & BOATING|Fire Fighters & Police--Volunteer|Taxation--Sales
HB 487
77-0 (2001)
Author: Hope, Ruben | et. al.
Relating to the civil consequences of operating a watercraft or a motor vehicle while intoxicated.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
BOATS & BOATING|Vehicles & Traffic--Drivers Licenses|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 1100
77-0 (2001)
Author: Lewis, RonSponsor: Bernsen, David
Relating to the presumption that certain vessels and other watercraft are located in this state only temporarily for ad valorem tax purposes.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 1/1/02
BOATS & BOATING|SHIPPING & SHIPYARDS|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 1699
77-0 (2001)
Author: Morrison, Geanie | et. al.
Relating to the enhancement of penalties for certain intoxication offenses.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
AIRCRAFT PILOTS|BOATS & BOATING|Minors--Health & Safety|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 2551
77-0 (2001)
Author: Uher, D.R.
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of boats and other equipment used primarily in the commercial taking or production of fish, shrimp, shellfish, and other marine life as food for human consumption.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 2702
77-0 (2001)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to regulating the noise level of motorboats.
House: State Recreational Resources
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|Environment--Noise|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 2866
77-0 (2001)
Author: Sadler, Paul
Relating to exempting boats and motors purchased exclusively for rental from the sales and use tax on boats and motors.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
BOATS & BOATING|Taxation--General|Taxation--Sales
HB 3059
77-0 (2001)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to the transfer of control of PT 309 from the Parks and Wildlife Department to the Texas Historical Commission.
House: State Recreational Resources
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|Historic Preservation & Museums|HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|Parks & Wildlife--Parks
HB 3107
77-0 (2001)
Author: Alexander, Clyde
Relating to requiring occupants of certain boats to wear a lifesaving device.
House: State Recreational Resources
Referred to State Recreational Resources
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--General|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|Safety
HJR 80
77-0 (2001)
Author: Uher, D.R.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to exempt from ad valorem taxation boats and other equipment used primarily in the commercial taking or production of fish, shrimp, shellfish, or other marine life as food for human consumption.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 530
77-0 (2001)
Author: Bernsen, David
Relating to the presumption that certain vessels and other watercraft are located in this state only temporarily for ad valorem tax purposes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
BOATS & BOATING|SHIPPING & SHIPYARDS|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 590
77-0 (2001)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to electric utility service to tenants of marinas; providing penalties.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to State Affairs
BOATS & BOATING|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|Utilities--Electric
SB 1059
77-0 (2001)
Author: Bernsen, David
Relating to the use of the Galveston-Port Bolivar ferry operated by the Texas Department of Transportation.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
BOATS & BOATING|BOLIVAR PENINSULA|Coastal Affairs & Beaches|Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 1109
77-0 (2001)
Author: Bernsen, DavidSponsor: Gray, Patricia
Relating to the use of the Galveston-Port Bolivar ferry operated by the Texas Department of Transportation.
House: Transportation Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
BOATS & BOATING|BOLIVAR PENINSULA|Coastal Affairs & Beaches|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 579
76-0 (1999)
Author: Krusee, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the collection of taxes on sales of boats and boat motors.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/99
BOATS & BOATING|Taxation--Sales
HB 968
76-0 (1999)
Author: Alexander, Clyde
Relating to the residence homestead exemption from ad valorem taxation.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
BOATS & BOATING|Property Interests--Homestead|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 1356
76-0 (1999)
Author: Bosse, FredSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to possessory liens on certain motor vehicles, motorboats, vessels, or outboard motors.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/99
BOATS & BOATING|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens|Property Interests--Personal Property|PUBLIC NOTICE|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 1802
76-0 (1999)
Author: Eiland, CraigSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to an affirmative defense to certain gambling offenses committed on an ocean-going vessel.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/99
Amusements, Games, Sports|BOATS & BOATING|Crimes--Against Morals|GAMBLING
HB 2694
76-0 (1999)
Author: Dunnam, Jim
Relating to the civil and criminal consequences of operating a motor vehicle, a watercraft, or an aircraft while intoxicated.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in subcommittee
BOATS & BOATING|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|IMPOUNDMENT OF VEHICLES|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 3460
76-0 (1999)
Author: Kuempel, EdmundSponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to taxes on certain services in park and recreation districts.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Parks|Taxation--County
HB 3462
76-0 (1999)
Author: Alexander, ClydeSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the identification of vessels without identification numbers and outboard motors without serial numbers.
House: State Recreational Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--General|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 3615
76-0 (1999)
Author: Hilbert, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the criminal consequences of the refusal to consent to the taking of a blood or breath specimen by a person who as the operator of a motor vehicle or watercraft is involved in a serious accident and is subsequently arrested for operating a motor vehicle or watercraft while intoxicated.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
ACCIDENTS|BOATS & BOATING|DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HJR 81
76-0 (1999)
Author: Uher, D.R. | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the ad valorem taxation of boats and other equipment used in the commercial taking or production of fish, shrimp, shellfish, or other marine life.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 302
76-0 (1999)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the civil and criminal consequences of operating a motor vehicle, a watercraft, or an aircraft while intoxicated.
Senate: Criminal Justice
No action taken in committee
BOATS & BOATING|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING|IMPOUNDMENT OF VEHICLES|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
SB 651
76-0 (1999)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to possessory liens on certain motor vehicles, motorboats, vessels, or outboard motors.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
BOATS & BOATING|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens|Property Interests--Personal Property|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 908
76-0 (1999)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the award of certain vehicles and vessels acquired by theft or other unlawful means to government agencies.
Senate: State Affairs
Withdrawn from intent calendar
ABANDONED & JUNKED VEHICLES|BOATS & BOATING|Property Interests--Personal Property
HB 944
70-0 (1987)
Author: Agnich, FredSponsor: Lyon, Ted
Relating to persons required to wear a life preserver.
House: Transportation Senate: Natural Resources
Reported favorably w/o amendments
BOATS & BOATING|Safety
HB 2186
70-0 (1987)
Author: Horn, Jim
Relating to the offense of involuntary manslaughter involving the use of an airplane, helicopter, or boat while intoxicated.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Comm. laid on table subj. to call
BOATS & BOATING|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 2409
70-0 (1987)
Author: Saunders, RobertSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to providing for certificate of title evidencing ownership of a motorboat or an outboard motor to be issued on an accelerated basis for a prescribed fee.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--General
HJR 19
70-0 (1987)
Author: Jones, Arves
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of boats and recreational vehicles owned by individuals.
House: Ways & Means
Pending in subcommittee
BOATS & BOATING|Property Interests--Real Property|RECREATIONAL & ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 367
70-0 (1987)
Author: Parker, CarlSponsor: Berlanga, Hugo
Relating to the exemption of recreational boats from ad valorem taxation.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
BOATS & BOATING|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 523
70-0 (1987)
Author: Edwards, ChetSponsor: Taylor, M.A.
Relating to alcoholic beverage advertising on boats and aircraft.
House: Liquor Regulation Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
ADVERTISING|Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|BOATS & BOATING
SB 1091
70-0 (1987)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the requirement of an observer or a mirror on a boat that tows people.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 1132
69-0 (1985)
Author: Berlanga, HugoSponsor: Truan, Carlos
Relating to the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages on certain boats and trains.
House: Liquor Regulation Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|BOATS & BOATING|PERMITS|Transportation--Railroads
HB 1501
69-0 (1985)
Author: Wallace III, Ralph
Relating to motorboat registration fees and to the disposition and use of those fees in certain counties.
House: Environmental Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
BOATS & BOATING|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 2501
69-0 (1985)
Author: Millsap, Mike
Relating to the use of boats and other watercraft in the critical habitat of the whooping crane; providing a penalty.
House: Environmental Affairs
Transferred to Calendars Committee
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--General
SB 77
69-0 (1985)
Author: Blake, Roy
Relating to lighting requirements for certain motorboats.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment
SB 1302
69-0 (1985)
Author: Truan, CarlosSponsor: Roberts, Ted
Relating to the liability of the operator of a boat or motor vehicle for litter offenses; providing a penalty.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
BOATS & BOATING|Crimes--Miscellaneous|Environment--Solid Waste|Environment--Water|LITTER
SB 1463
69-0 (1985)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the exemption of certain recreational boats from ad valorem taxation and from forced sale for debt and authorizing the governing body of each taxing unit to provide for the taxation of recreational boats.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Ways & Means
BOATS & BOATING|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 284
68-0 (1983)
Author: Hackney, Clint
Relating to exemption of certain personally owned boats from ad valorem taxation.
House: Ways & Means
Subcommittee laid on table subject to call
BOATS & BOATING|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 495
68-0 (1983)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to exempting commercial fishing boats and equipment from taxation as implements of husbandry.
House: Ways & Means
Subcommittee laid on table subject to call
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 518
68-0 (1983)
Author: Davis, Mark R.
Relating to security interests and other liens in motorboats and outboard motors.
House: Financial Institutions
Referred to Committee on Financial Institutions
BOATS & BOATING|Business & Commerce--General|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens
HB 1028
68-0 (1983)
Author: Hackney, Clint
Relating to exemption of certain recreational boats from ad valorem taxation.
House: Ways & Means
Subcommittee laid on table subject to call
BOATS & BOATING|Property Interests--Personal Property|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 1893
68-0 (1983)
Author: Hill, Gerald
Relating to the creation and enforcement of liens on motorboats and outboard motors.
House: Financial Institutions
See remarks
BOATS & BOATING|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens
HB 1952
68-0 (1983)
Author: Craddick, Tom
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of boats, aircraft, and recreational vehicles.
House: Ways & Means
Subcommittee laid on table subject to call
BOATS & BOATING|RECREATIONAL & ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HJR 20
68-0 (1983)
Author: Hackney, Clint
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of boats owned by individuals.
House: Ways & Means
Subcommittee laid on table subject to call
BOATS & BOATING|Property Interests--Real Property|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HJR 31
68-0 (1983)
Author: Peveto, Wayne
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of boats and recreational vehicles owned by individuals.
House: Ways & Means
Subcommittee laid on table subject to call
BOATS & BOATING|Property Interests--Real Property|RECREATIONAL & ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 262
68-0 (1983)
Author: Sharp, JohnSponsor: Davis, Mark R.
Relating to security interests in motorboats and outboard motors and providing for conflict of relevant provisions in the Parks and Wildlife Code and those in the Business and Commerce Code.
House: Financial Institutions Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
BOATS & BOATING|Financial--General|Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 348
68-0 (1983)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to exemption of certain personally owned boats from ad valorem taxation.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Committee on Finance
BOATS & BOATING|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 585
68-0 (1983)
Author: Parker, CarlSponsor: Hackney, Clint
Relating to exemption of certain recreational boats from ad valorem taxation and from forced sale for debt and authorizing the governing body of each taxing unit to provide for the taxation of recreational boats.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Placed on daily Major State Calendar
BOATS & BOATING|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 1027
68-0 (1983)
Author: Sharp, JohnSponsor: Hill, Gerald
Relating to the acquisition and content of a certificate of title for motorboats and outboard motors, to requirements for transfer of title, and to the creation and enforcement of liens on motorboats and outboard motors.
House: Financial Institutions Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
BOATS & BOATING|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens|Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 1223
68-0 (1983)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of recreational vehicles and boats and from forced sale for the satisfaction of liabilities; providing local option election.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Committee on Finance
BOATS & BOATING|RECREATIONAL & ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Vehicles & Traffic--General
SJR 10
68-0 (1983)
Author: Whitmire, John
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of boats owned by individuals.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Committee on Finance
BOATS & BOATING|Property Interests--Real Property|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 669
67-0 (1981)
Author: Clark, BillSponsor: McKnight, Peyton
Relating to the use of engine safety switches on motorboats.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Postponed
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 1707
67-0 (1981)
Author: Hall, Lanny
Relating to registration of certain motorboats.
House: Environmental Affairs
Committee laid on table subject to call
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 2142
67-0 (1981)
Author: Hill, Gerald
Relating to the requirement of an observer or a mirror on a boat that tows people.
House: Environmental Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 85
66-0 (1979)
Author: Gonzales, Arnold
Relating to the possession of certain outboard motors without a manufacturer's serial number and to related criminal penalties.
House: Environmental Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 86
66-0 (1979)
Author: Gonzales, Arnold
Relating to proof of the payment of sales and uses taxes before the issuance of certificate of title for a motorboat.
House: Environmental Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
BOATS & BOATING|Taxation--Sales|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 547
66-0 (1979)
Author: Collazo, Jr., Frank
Relating to the issuance and renewal of motorboat certificates of number and title.
House: Environmental Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
BOATS & BOATING|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 1572
66-0 (1979)
Author: Pierce, GeorgeSponsor: Kothmann, Glenn
Relating to types of insurance that may be required for pleasure boats and yachts which are documented with the United States Coast Guard.
House: Insurance Senate: Economic Development
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BOATS & BOATING
HB 1828
66-0 (1979)
Author: Bryant, John W.
Relating to the operation of motorboats having exhaust water manifolds in fresh water.
House: Environmental Affairs
Scheduled for future calendar placement
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
SB 423
66-0 (1979)
Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe"Sponsor: Collazo, Jr., Frank
Relating to the issuance and renewal of motorboat certificates of number and title.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
BOATS & BOATING|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 653
65-0 (1977)
Author: Baker, Andrew Z.
Relating to eliminating requirements for certificates of title to certain boats and motors for boats.
House: Environmental Affairs
Referred to Subcommittee on Wildlife Preservation
BOATS & BOATING|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 1050
65-0 (1977)
Author: Wieting, Leroy J.
Relating to local use and inspection fees for boat used on public water.
House: Environmental Affairs
Reported from subcommittee favorably with amendments
BOATS & BOATING|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 1051
65-0 (1977)
Author: Wieting, Leroy J.
Relating to the fee that may be charged for the issuance of a certificate of title for a motorboat or outboard motor.
House: Environmental Affairs
Assigned to General State Calendar
BOATS & BOATING|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 1052
65-0 (1977)
Author: Wieting, Leroy J.
Relating to the fee that may be charged for the issuance of a duplicate boat registration decal.
House: Environmental Affairs
Assigned to General State Calendar
BOATS & BOATING|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 1337
65-0 (1977)
Author: Powers, Pike
Relating to regulating motorboat noise; providing penalties.
House: Environmental Affairs
Considered by subcommittee in public hearing
BOATS & BOATING|Environment--Noise|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 1687
65-0 (1977)
Author: Bird, Ronald C.
Amending the Parks and Wildlife Code to conform it to certain legislation enacted by the 64th Legislature.
House: Environmental Affairs
Assigned to Consent Calendar
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
SB 970
65-0 (1977)
Author: Parker, CarlSponsor: Bird, Ronald C.
Relating to motorboats and outboard motors; relating to proclamations in certain counties for the taking of wildlife resources; relating to special archery seasons in certain counties; prescribing requirements fro crab traps and pots in certain bays in Harris County and providing penalties.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
90 Day Bill
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--General
SB 1052
65-0 (1977)
Author: Hance, KentSponsor: Wieting, Leroy J.
Relating to local use and inspection or registration fees for boats used on public water.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
90 Day Bill
BOATS & BOATING|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
SB 1053
65-0 (1977)
Author: Hance, KentSponsor: Wieting, Leroy J.
Relating to the fee that may be charged for the issuance of a duplicate boat registration decal.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
90 Day Bill
BOATS & BOATING|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
SB 1055
65-0 (1977)
Author: Hance, KentSponsor: Wieting, Leroy J.
Relating to the fee that may be charged for the issuance of a certificate of title for a motorboat or outboard motor or notation of a lien or encumbrance.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
90 Day Bill
BOATS & BOATING|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 97
64-0 (1975)
Author: Bock II, Bennie
Relating to the licensing, registration, and certification of ownership of canoes; providing equipment regulations; making penalties applicable to certain violations.
House: Environmental Affairs
Referred to Committee on Environmental Affairs
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 292
64-0 (1975)
Author: Munson, BenSponsor: Hance, Kent
Requiring a certificate of title for transfer of or security interests in motorboats and outboard motors to be issued by Parks and Wildlife Department; and adding certain definitions and changing the requirements for proof of ownership for issuance of certificate of number for a motorboat or outboard motor.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 1017
64-0 (1975)
Author: Munson, BenSponsor: Jones, Grant
Relating to providing pump-out facilities for boat sewage.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days
BOATS & BOATING|Environment--Solid Waste|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 1122
64-0 (1975)
Author: Harris, Ed
Relating to exempting from the sales tax the receipts from the sale, lease, or rental of or the storage, use, or other consumption of materials which become component parts of certain vessels and the receipts from certain sales of certain vessels.
House: Revenue & Taxation
Referred to subcommittee
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing|Taxation--Sales
HB 1215
64-0 (1975)
Author: Munson, Ben
Relating to the identification and registration of vessels; relating to vessel and water safety.
House: Environmental Affairs
Reported from committee favorably without amendments
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 532
63-0 (1973)
Author: Cavness, Don
Relating to allocating certain unrefunded motor fuel tax receipts from motorboat fuels to the special boat fund; providing for uses for the special boat fund; providing for a transfer of funds.
House: Environmental Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
BOATS & BOATING|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|State Finances--Management & Control|Taxation--Motor Fuels
HB 1422
63-0 (1973)
Author: Munson, BenSponsor: Aikin, Jr., A.M.
Relating to the disposal of sewage from boats as defined in this Act; providing a penalty.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Administration
Signed by the Governor
BOATS & BOATING|Environment--Water|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
SB 375
63-0 (1973)
Author: Herring, CharlesSponsor: Cavness, Don
Relating to allocating certain unrefunded motor fuel tax receipts from motorboat fuels to the special boat fund; providing for uses for the special boat fund; providing for a transfer of funds.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Finance
Signed by Governor
BOATS & BOATING|State Finances--Management & Control|Taxation--Motor Fuels
SB 429
63-0 (1973)
Author: Mengden, Walter
Relating to the emission of exhausts from two-cycle motorboat engines; providing a penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Committee on Natural Resources
BOATS & BOATING|Environment--Water|VEHICLE EMISSIONS
HB 309
62-0 (1971)
Author: Atwell, Ben
Relating to certificates of title for watercraft and outboard motors issued by the Parks and Wildlife Department, and to stolen or converted watercraft or outboard motors, and violations and penalties.
BOATS & BOATING|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 1532
62-0 (1971)
Author: Golman, Joe H.
Relating to insurance for state employees who operate motorboats, aircraft, and watercraft.
BOATS & BOATING|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|Transportation--Aviation
SB 331
62-0 (1971)
Author: Bridges, Ronald W.Sponsor: Salem, Joe
Relating to amending the Water Safety Act; the required wearing of life preserving devices for certain minor passengers of prescribed motorboats.
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 900
60-0 (1967)
Author: Johnson, Glenn A.
Relating to prohibiting the sale of any boat, boat motor, or boat trailer which does not have a manufacturer's serial number permanently attached or impressed; prescribing a penalty.
BOATS & BOATING|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 982
60-0 (1967)
Author: Scoggins, Charles R. "Chuck"
Relating to surfboarding in certain restricted areas.
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 324
59-0 (1965)
Author: Slider, James Lenoy
Relating to levying a tax of five cents per gallon on motor fuel used for producing power for the operation of vessels on the waterways of this State.
BOATS & BOATING|SHIPPING & SHIPYARDS|Taxation--Motor Fuels
SB 110
59-0 (1965)
Author: Krueger, Culp | et. al.
Relating to amending certain Acts by levying a tax of five cents per gallon on motor fuel used for producing power for the operation of vessels on the waterways of this state.
BOATS & BOATING|Taxation--Motor Fuels
HB 52
57-0 (1961)
Author: Cowen, Warren C. "Red" | et. al.
Relating to providing for the issuance of certificates of title on boat motors and prohibiting sale of boat motors in this State after the first sale except through use of the certificates of title issued thereof; placing the administration of the Act in the Texas Highway Department; prescribing offenses; and fixing the effective date of this Act.
BOATS & BOATING|Crimes--Against Property
HB 321
57-0 (1961)
Author: Atwell, Ben | et. al.
Relating to amending a certain Act providing for the issuance of serial numbers to certain vehicles.
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
SB 466
57-0 (1961)
Author: Parkhouse, George M.
Relating to amending the Water Safety Act to provide for the issuance of serial number to certain vessels; to prescribe certain equipment; to regulate certain activities; to prohibit local fees; to empower game wardens with certain authority; to provide the manner in which the Highway department may construct and finance certain facilities.
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 90
57-3 (1962)
Author: Atwell, Ben | et. al.
Relating to amending a certain Act to provide for the issuance of serial numbers to certain vessels; prescribing certain equipment; exempting boats eight feet or under from certain requirements; regulating certain activities; prohibiting local fees; empowering game wardens with certain authority; providing for certain fees and partial fees with exception thereto; providing the manner in which the Highway Department may construct and finance certain facilities.
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 337
56-0 (1959)
Author: Green, Howard Lemuel | et. al.
Relating to operating a motorboat while intoxicated; changing the penalty for the misdemeanor offense of operating a motorboat while intoxicated or under the influence of intoxicating liquor by making each violation subsequent to a conviction for the misdemeanor offense a felony and prescribing the penalty therefor.
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 418
56-0 (1959)
Author: Cowen, Warren C. "Red" | et. al.
Relating to providing for the issuance of certificates of title on boat motors and prohibiting sale of boat motors in this State after the first sale except through use of the certificates of title issued therefor; prescribing offenses; making an appropriation; fixing the effective date of this Act.
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 659
56-0 (1959)
Author: Anderson, Louis H.
Relating to the imposition of a license tax on water craft within the State; providing a penalty for violation.
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 52
56-2 (1959)
Author: Townsend, James Terrell "Terry"
Relating to amending certain acts so as to require each person aboard a motorboat or vessel to wear a life preserver, buoyant vest, ring buoy, or buoyant cushion at all times when said motorboat or vessel is in operation.
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 384
55-0 (1957)
Author: Sudderth, Ben Doyle
Relating to imposing an excise tax upon the sale of pleasure boats and motors equal to 3% of the retail value thereof with certain exemptions.
BOATS & BOATING|Taxation--Sales
HB 502
55-0 (1957)
Author: Atwell, Ben
Relating to regulating the operation of boats navigating the waters within the jurisdiction of this State; requiring safety equipment; prescribing penalties; making appropriations.
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 133
54-0 (1955)
Author: McDaniel, Bert T.
Relating to providing for the issuance of certificates of title on outboard motors and prohibiting sale of outboard motors in this State after the first sale except through use of the certificates of title issued therefor; placing the administration of the Act in the Texas Department of Public Safety and prescribing procedures for its administration; making an appropriation; prescribing offenses; and fixing the effective date of the Act.
BOATS & BOATING|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 408
54-0 (1955)
Author: Atwell, Ben
Relating to regulating the operation of boats, as defined in the Act, navigating the waters within the jurisdiction of this State; requiring safety equipment, lights, and other equipment and devices on boats; prescribing rules for safe operation of boats; prohibiting certain persons from operating boats; defining certain offenses and prescribing penalties for violation of the Act; making appropriations.
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 104
53-0 (1953)
Author: Murphy, Jr., Charles Alfred
Relating to authorizing and directing the State Highway Department to construct and maintain motor vehicle parking areas and ramps or ways for launching motor boats and hauling the same from the water.
BOATS & BOATING|Highways
HB 75
52-0 (1951)
Author: Tufares, Deno Arthur
Relating to making it illegal for any person, firm, corporation or group of persons to rent or let for hire any boat upon any of the lakes of this State without having such boat equipped with one (1) life preserver for each person aboard; providing a penalty for violation thereof.
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 100
52-0 (1951)
Author: Murphy, Jr., Charles Alfred
Relating to authorizing and directing the State Highway Department to construct and maintain motor vehicle parking areas and ramps or ways for launching motor boats and hauling the same from the water; providing for the construction of access ways; authorizing the acquisition of land and easements in land; directing cooperation with other agencies; directing cooperation with the Game, Fish and Oyster Commission; providing for type of construction; authorizing and directing the use of certain funds.
BOATS & BOATING|Highways
SB 205
52-0 (1951)
Author: Fuller, Jep S.
Relating to authorizing and directing the State Highway Department to construct and maintain motor vehicle parking areas and ramps or ways for launching motor boats and hauling the same from the water; providing for the construction of access ways; authorizing the acquisition of land and easements in land.
BOATS & BOATING|Highways|PARKING
HB 963
51-0 (1949)
Author: Chambers, William R. "Bill" | et. al.
Relating to making it unlawful for any person to rent, lease, use of occupy any host upon any of the waters of this State in excess of one acre, without having such boat equipped with at least one life preserver for each passenger aboard; providing a penalty for violation hereof; repealing all laws in conflict.
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 25
51-1 (1950)
Author: Tufares, Deno Arthur | et. al.
Relating to making it illegal to operate a rent or commercial boat upon any of the waters of this State without having such boat equipped with one life preserver for each passenger aboard and a minimum of four life preservers for each boat; defining the term "life preserver"; providing a penalty for violation thereof; repealing all laws in conflict.
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 650
49-0 (1945)
Author: Voigt, Frank B.
Relating to making it unlawful to operate motor boats without mufflers on their motors, or to operate motor boats without having the mufflers on their motors silenced, within one-half (1/2) mile of any private residence within this State; fixing penalties.
BOATS & BOATING|NUISANCES|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 768
49-0 (1945)
Author: Mangum, Preston P. "Pete" | et. al.
Relating to making it unlawful for any person or persons to manufacture, construct, build, sell or operate a boat, that will capsize with one or more persons therein, on any waters, either public or private, in this State; providing penalties.
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 1055
46-0 (1939)
Author: Langdon, Jack M.
Relating to providing certain regulations for the operation of boats on navigable streams and public lakes of this State; providing a suitable penalty.
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Water Safety
HB 374
44-0 (1935)
Author: Jones, Raglin | et. al.
Relating to amending a certain Article of the Penal Code of Texas; defining attempted burglary of a vessel, steamboat or railroad car, making attempted burglary of a vessel, steamboat or railroad car a penal offense, and providing punishment for said offense.
BOATS & BOATING|Crimes--Against Property|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
SB 379
38-0 (1923)
Author: Parr, Archer "Archie"
Relating to prohibiting the hunting or taking of wild game birds and wild game fowl and wild game animals from an airplane, boat or any floating device towed by powerboat or sailboat.
BOATS & BOATING|GAME, FISH & OYSTER COMMISSIONER|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing|Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 157
37-0 (1921)
Author: Bailey, John H.
Relating to making it unlawful for any person to use without the owner's consent, any boat of any size, character, or kind or to remove therefrom any motor or part thereof, or oars, row-locks, oar-locks, anchor, anchor chains, anchor rope, paddles, seats, planks, polls, or rigging of any kind belonging to such boat or vessel, that are capable of being operated on the bays, lakes, rivers, or waters of this State.
BOATS & BOATING|Crimes--Against Property
HB 462
35-0 (1917)
Author: Schlesinger, William | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting the theft or vandalism of motor boats and other water craft.
BOATS & BOATING|Crimes--Against Property
HB 467
30-0 (1907)
Author: Pool, J. P.
Relating to providing for the puchase of patrolling boats, making it a misdemeanor for common carriers to ship oysters during the closed season.
BOATS & BOATING|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing