HB 593 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to establishing an intergovernmental development corporation in certain counties to foster minority- or women-owned construction businesses.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
HB 738 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paul, DennisSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to residential and commercial building requirements of municipalities, counties, and emergency services districts.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
HB 776 87-0 (2021)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to required provision of workers' compensation insurance coverage for employees of building and construction contractors and subcontractors.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1418 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to civil liability and responsibility for the consequences of defects in the plans, specifications, or related documents for the construction or repair of an improvement to real property.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1501 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dean, Jay | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to certain regulations adopted by a governmental entity restricting the use of a natural gas or propane appliance or other system or component.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Returned from the House for further action
HB 1986 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to establishing an intergovernmental development corporation in certain counties to foster minority- or women-owned construction businesses.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
HB 3032 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to substitutes for hydrofluorocarbon refrigerants applicable to commercial or residential buildings or construction.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3595 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to residential construction liability.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 3634 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the adoption of county and municipal building codes for the insulation and protection of piping in new residential construction.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 3656 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.
Relating to the classification of certain construction workers and the eligibility of those workers for unemployment benefits; providing penalties.
House: Business & Industry
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 4496 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to municipal and county building codes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
SB 219 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to civil liability and responsibility for the consequences of defects in the plans, specifications, or related documents for the construction or repair of an improvement to real property or of a road or highway.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 291 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Bucy III, John
Relating to the posting of certain project information at a commercial building construction site.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 305 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to required provision of workers' compensation insurance coverage for employees of building and construction contractors and subcontractors.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 338 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, BeverlySponsor: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the adoption of uniform general conditions for building construction contracts entered into by school districts and the composition of the committee that reviews uniform general conditions.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 340 87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to establishing an intergovernmental development corporation in certain counties to foster minority- or women-owned construction businesses.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 888 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the use of green stormwater infrastructure in new state buildings.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1090 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Murr, Andrew
Relating to certain regulations adopted by governmental entities regarding land use restrictions and building products, materials, or methods used in the construction or renovation of residential or commercial buildings.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1210 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.Sponsor: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to substitutes for hydrofluorocarbon refrigerants applicable to commercial or residential buildings or construction.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 1711 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to state and local taxes and fees; imposing a tax; imposing fees.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1724 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to building codes applicable in the unincorporated areas of a county; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2200 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to certain regulations adopted by governmental entities regarding building products, materials, or methods used in the construction or renovation of residential or commercial buildings.
Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
HB 291 86-0 (2019)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to issue a building construction permit or final certificate of occupancy for a building or facility required to meet certain accessibility standards; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 485 86-0 (2019)
Author: Phelan, Dade
Relating to the applicability of the law regarding the authority to construct or maintain a facility or structure on state land.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 750 86-0 (2019)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to required provision of workers' compensation insurance coverage for employees of building and construction contractors and subcontractors.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1211 86-0 (2019)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the acquisition of, and the construction of improvements to, real property.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Placed on intent calendar
HB 1416 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to requirements for building construction contracts entered into by public school districts.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1781 86-0 (2019)
Author: Goldman, Craig | et. al.
Relating to the supervision and control of plumbing work in the construction of certain dwellings.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 1999 86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to certain construction liability claims concerning public buildings and public works.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 2268 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to a provision in a construction contract that incorporates the terms and conditions of another document.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2521 86-0 (2019)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to establishing an intergovernmental development corporation in certain counties to foster minority- or women-owned construction businesses.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2546 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the energy efficiency performance standards for construction of certain industrialized housing.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 3810 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paul, DennisSponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the residential building codes of municipalities.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on intent calendar
HB 4080 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to the applicability and enforcement of building and fire codes in the unincorporated areas of a county; authorizing a fee.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
SB 163 86-0 (2019)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to required provision of workers' compensation insurance coverage for employees of building and construction contractors and subcontractors.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 337 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to regulate construction and renovation of structures owned by certain counties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 920 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to establishing an intergovernmental development corporation in certain counties to foster minority- or women-owned construction businesses.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1297 86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, BeverlySponsor: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the adoption of uniform general conditions for building construction contracts entered into by school districts and the composition of the committee that reviews uniform general conditions.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 2318 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the authority of a county to require a person to obtain a building permit from the county for certain portable structures.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to County Affairs
HB 863 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to safety training for employees performing construction work under a contract with a governmental entity; providing administrative penalties.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1120 85-0 (2017)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to issue a building construction permit or final certificate of occupancy for a building or facility required to meet certain accessibility standards; requiring a related study.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1477 85-0 (2017)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to required workers' compensation insurance coverage for building and construction contractors.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1562 85-0 (2017)
Author: Minjarez, Ina
Relating to zoning and building construction regulations in certain counties; providing a criminal penalty.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Meeting cancelled
HB 1844 85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to choice of law and venue for certain construction contracts.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2040 85-0 (2017)
Author: King, PhilSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the building code standards for new residential construction in the unincorporated area of certain counties; affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense.
House: County Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 2343 85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul | et. al.
Relating to prerequisites to asserting certain claims arising from certain construction defects.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2385 85-0 (2017)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to benefits offered to purchasers by builders of new residences.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3434 85-0 (2017)
Author: Koop, Linda | et. al.
Relating to relating to requirements for building construction contracts entered into by public school districts.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3506 85-0 (2017)
Author: Cyrier, John
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to adopt or enforce a requirement that a builder or contractor obtain a license or other similar certification from the political subdivision.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3749 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phelan, Dade
Relating to the applicability of the law regarding the authority to construct or maintain a facility or structure on state land.
House: Land & Resource Management
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 3913 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shine, Hugh | et. al.
Relating to retainage requirements for certain public works construction projects.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3938 85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Tomas
Relating to requirements for procuring the services of a commissioning agent related to a school district contract for construction services.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
SB 473 85-0 (2017)
Author: RodrÃguez, José | et. al.
Relating to paid rest breaks for construction employees of construction contractors and subcontractors; providing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 474 85-0 (2017)
Author: RodrÃguez, José | et. al.
Relating to required provision of workers' compensation insurance coverage for employees of building and construction contractors and subcontractors.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 475 85-0 (2017)
Author: RodrÃguez, José | et. al.
Relating to safety training for employees performing construction work under a contract with a governmental entity; providing administrative penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 636 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to procedures for certain municipalities to adopt or amend a national model building code.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
SB 807 85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Workman, Paul
Relating to choice of law and venue for certain construction contracts.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1456 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the building code standards for new residential construction in the unincorporated area of certain counties; creating a criminal offense and affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2116 85-0 (2017)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to a revision of rules applicable to hospital construction by the Department of State Health Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 107 85-1 (2017)
Author: Cyrier, John
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to adopt or enforce a requirement that a builder or contractor obtain a license or other similar certification from the political subdivision.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 164 85-1 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the issuance of a permit by a political subdivision.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 13 85-1 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni | et. al.
Relating to the issuance of a permit by a political subdivision.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 55 85-1 (2017)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to procedures for certain municipalities to adopt or amend a national model building code.
Filed
HB 434 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the classification of certain construction workers and complaints filed with the Texas Workforce Commission; providing a penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 689 84-0 (2015)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to required workers' compensation insurance coverage for building and construction contractors.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1206 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the disclosure of certain information under a consolidated insurance program.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1208 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to lender notice of default to contractors regarding certain construction loans or financing agreements for the improvement of real property and related procedures for suspending contractors' and subcontractors' performance.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1244 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis | et. al.
Relating to building code requirements for residential property insured by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
HB 1255 84-0 (2015)
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the Texas Facilities Commission to manage a construction project at the site of the G. J. Sutton State Office Complex in Bexar County.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
HB 1736 84-0 (2015)
Author: Villalba, Jason | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Relating to building energy efficiency performance standards.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 1784 84-0 (2015)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to damages in an action arising out of a deficiency in the construction or repair of an improvement to real property.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 1966 84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.
Relating to an account or bond for construction retainage under certain contracts.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2634 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kuempel, John | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the construction manager-at-risk used by a governmental entity.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2636 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to rest breaks for employees of certain contractors with a governmental entity; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2759 84-0 (2015)
Author: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the exemption from certain construction requirements for volunteer fire departments in certain counties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 3019 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the competitive bid process for construction during contracting and delivery of construction projects.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
No action taken in committee
HB 3022 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to the construction or development of certain continuing care facilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3039 84-0 (2015)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to requiring certain metal building, roof, and component retailers to register with the comptroller; imposing a civil penalty; authorizing a fee.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Postponed
HB 3148 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of construction contractors; providing an administrative penalty; requiring an occupational registration; authorizing a fee.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
SB 154 84-0 (2015)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to rest breaks for employees of certain contractors with a governmental entity; providing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 155 84-0 (2015)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to required workers' compensation insurance coverage for building and construction contractors.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 498 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.Sponsor: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to building code requirements for residential property insured by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 929 84-0 (2015)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to building energy efficiency performance standards; establishing the Building Energy Efficiency Advisory Committee.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 958 84-0 (2015)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the authority of the Texas Facilities Commission to manage a construction project at the site of the G. J. Sutton State Office Complex in Bexar County.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1081 84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the disclosure of certain information under a consolidated insurance program.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 1/1/16
SB 1268 84-0 (2015)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the commencement of construction of a project following the filing of a final decision to issue an air quality permit or permit amendment for the project.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1679 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to procedures for a certain municipalities to adopt or amend a national model building code.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 123 83-0 (2013)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.
Relating to an interlocal contract between a governmental entity and a purchasing cooperative to purchase roofing materials or services.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 372 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to establishing the Workplace Fraud Prevention Act; providing penalties.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 475 83-0 (2013)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to required workers' compensation insurance coverage for building and construction contractors.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 731 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
Relating to rest breaks for employees of certain contractors with a governmental entity; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 761 83-0 (2013)
Author: Márquez, Marisa
Relating to building code standards for new residential construction in the unincorporated area of a county.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1429 83-0 (2013)
Author: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the exemption from certain construction requirements for volunteer fire departments in certain counties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 1503 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kuempel, JohnSponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the appointment of building contractors to certain trade advisory boards of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 1537 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to building code standards for new residential construction in the unincorporated area of a county.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1887 83-0 (2013)
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.
Relating to consumer protection for and remedies available to a veteran who buys a home that does not comply with certain warranties; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1925 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to the classification of certain construction workers and complaints filed with the Texas Workforce Commission; providing a penalty.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1977 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kuempel, John | et. al.
Relating to construction manager-agents and managers-at-risk used by governmental entities.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 2180 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to lender notice to contractors regarding a construction loan or financing agreement for the improvement of real property and related procedures for suspending contractors' and subcontractors' performance.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 2352 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and to catastrophe preparedness in the seacoast territories of this state; authorizing assessments, surcharges, and fees.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
HB 2526 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the provision of construction documents to certain purchasers of newly constructed homes.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2527 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to disclosure of the nature and remediation of construction defects in residences that certain contractors repurchase because of the defects and subsequently resell.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3316 83-0 (2013)
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.
Relating to an account or bond for construction retainage under certain contracts.
House: Business & Industry
Point of order sustained
HB 3726 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to certain testing of residential structures.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 3793 83-0 (2013)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to powers, duties, and services of entities serving counties and county residents.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
See remarks for effective date
SB 170 83-0 (2013)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to building code standards for new residential construction in the unincorporated area of a county.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 295 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to lender notice to contractors regarding a construction loan or financing agreement for the improvement of real property and related procedures for suspending contractors' and subcontractors' performance.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 304 83-0 (2013)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to requiring solar panels to be offered by certain builders of new homes.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 341 83-0 (2013)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to rest breaks for employees of certain contractors with a governmental entity; providing an administrative penalty.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 438 83-0 (2013)
Author: Birdwell, BrianSponsor: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.
Relating to an interlocal contract between a governmental entity and a purchasing cooperative to purchase roofing materials or services.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 456 83-0 (2013)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to building code standards for new residential construction in the unincorporated area of a county.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 507 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, John
Relating to public and private facilities and infrastructure.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 582 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to municipal swimming pool requirements for certain dwellings.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 676 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the classification of certain construction workers and the eligibility of those workers for unemployment benefits; providing penalties.
Senate: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 740 83-0 (2013)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to required workers' compensation insurance coverage for building and construction contractors.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1089 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and to catastrophe preparedness in the seacoast territories of this state.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1452 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to authorizing certain border counties and municipalities in those counties to regulate land development; providing a penalty.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
HB 51 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to energy efficiency standards for certain buildings and to high-performance design, construction, and renovation standards for certain buildings and facilities of institutions of higher education.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 800 82-0 (2011)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.
Relating to an interlocal contract between a governmental entity and a purchasing cooperative to purchase roofing materials or services.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Point of order sustained
HB 958 82-0 (2011)
Author: Workman, Paul | et. al.
Relating to damages in an action arising out of a deficiency in the construction or repair of an improvement to real property.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1092 82-0 (2011)
Author: Christian, Wayne | et. al.
Relating to the exemption from certain construction requirements for volunteer fire departments in certain counties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1231 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hopson, Chuck
Relating to the exemption from certain construction requirements for volunteer fire departments in certain counties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 1370 82-0 (2011)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to establishment of the Texas Construction Academy as a residential construction training and high school center for certain public high school students and high school graduates.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 1390 82-0 (2011)
Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to retainage under certain construction contracts.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1428 82-0 (2011)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to an account for construction retainage; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Considered in Calendars
HB 1685 82-0 (2011)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to a credit against the ad valorem taxes imposed by certain taxing units on commercial or industrial real property based on the cost of constructing a building on the property.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1739 82-0 (2011)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to required workers' compensation insurance coverage for building and construction contractors.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1769 82-0 (2011)
Author: Munoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to the enforcement of building code standards for new residential construction in the unincorporated area of a county; providing a fee.
House: County Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 1849 82-0 (2011)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to a franchise tax deduction for the cost of certain sustainable commercial buildings.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1987 82-0 (2011)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to required workers' compensation insurance coverage for building and construction contractors.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2093 82-0 (2011)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the operation and regulation of certain consolidated insurance programs.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 1/1/12
HB 2262 82-0 (2011)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to municipal fees.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2569 82-0 (2011)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to county contracts with private entities for jail facilities; providing a penalty.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2989 82-0 (2011)
Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al.
Relating to establishing the Workplace Fraud Prevention Act; providing penalties.
House: Business & Industry
Considered in Calendars
HB 3020 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to rest breaks for employees of certain contractors with a governmental entity.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 3187 82-0 (2011)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to matters affecting municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Meeting cancelled
HB 3190 82-0 (2011)
Author: Oliveira, Rene
Relating to authorizing counties and municipalities to regulate land development; providing a penalty.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 3394 82-0 (2011)
Author: Oliveira, Rene
Relating to county building code standards for new residential construction; providing a penalty.
House: County Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3604 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to enforcement of certain insurance provisions in construction contracts.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
HB 3607 82-0 (2011)
Author: Kuempel, John | et. al.
Relating to construction managers-at-risk used by local governments.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HJR 103 82-0 (2011)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for a credit against the ad valorem taxes imposed by certain taxing units on commercial or industrial real property based on the cost of constructing a building on the property.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 561 82-0 (2011)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to damages in an action arising out of a deficiency in the construction or repair of an improvement to real property.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 590 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to retainage under certain construction contracts.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 619 82-0 (2011)
Author: Rodriguez, Jose
Relating to requiring solar panels to be offered by certain builders of new homes.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 938 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to required workers' compensation insurance coverage for building and construction contractors.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1318 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to design, construction, and renovation standards for state buildings and facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1337 82-0 (2011)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the operation and regulation of certain consolidated insurance programs; providing administrative penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1362 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to county building code standards for new residential construction; providing a penalty.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1392 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to authorizing counties and municipalities to regulate land development; providing a penalty.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1425 82-0 (2011)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to an account for construction retainage; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1765 82-0 (2011)
Author: Rodriguez, Jose
Relating to rest breaks for employees of certain contractors with a governmental entity.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 431 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to design, construction, and renovation standards for state buildings and facilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Government Organization
House adopts conf. comm. report-reported
HB 554 81-0 (2009)
Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al.
Relating to the adoption and amendment of model building codes by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 818 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to indemnification provisions in construction contracts.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 981 81-0 (2009)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to consumer protection for and remedies available to a homebuyer whose home does not comply with certain warranties; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Subcommittee members named
HB 1055 81-0 (2009)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the procedure for submitting certain plans and specifications of buildings or facilities for the purpose of eliminating architectural barriers encountered by persons with disabilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 1513 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smith, WayneSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to construction contract trust funds and the misapplication of those funds.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 1606 81-0 (2009)
Author: Branch, Dan
Relating to the regulation of the practice of construction and program management for capital improvement projects of governmental entities.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1632 81-0 (2009)
Author: Christian, Wayne
Relating to the exemption from certain construction requirements for volunteer fire departments in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1635 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smith, Todd
Relating to the abolition of the Texas Residential Construction Commission.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 1653 81-0 (2009)
Author: Veasey, Marc
Relating to issuance of an optional license for certain builders.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 1839 81-0 (2009)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the selection by school districts of sites for new schools; providing a penalty.
House: Public Education
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2019 81-0 (2009)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to design, construction, and renovation standards for state buildings and facilities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2095 81-0 (2009)
Author: Farrar, Jessica | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of and claims against residential home builders.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 2106 81-0 (2009)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to contracts by governmental entities and related professional services and to public works performance and payment bonds.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2184 81-0 (2009)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Relating to a franchise tax credit for building new single-family homes or duplexes that exceed certain energy efficiency standards.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2223 81-0 (2009)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to notice to certain homeowners regarding residential construction warranties.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on intent calendar
HB 2243 81-0 (2009)
Author: Leibowitz, David | et. al.
Relating to the licensing and regulation of residential construction contractors and the abolition of the Texas Residential Construction Commission; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 2350 81-0 (2009)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to require trust accounts for certain commercial buildings; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 2695 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gattis, Dan
Relating to the abolition of the Texas Residential Construction Commission.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 2699 81-0 (2009)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain builders.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 2763 81-0 (2009)
Author: Kuempel, EdmundSponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the regulation of industrialized housing and buildings.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date
HB 2778 81-0 (2009)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the revision of building energy efficiency performance standards.
House: Energy Resources
Subcommittee members named
HB 2783 81-0 (2009)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael | et. al.Sponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the adoption of energy efficient building standards and energy efficiency and conservation standards for instructional facilities.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on intent calendar
HB 2833 81-0 (2009)
Author: Marquez, Marisa | et. al.Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to certain building code standards applicable to the unincorporated areas of certain counties; providing a penalty.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 2896 81-0 (2009)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Relating to requiring the Texas Residential Construction Commission to adopt forms to be used by builders for contracts for the sale or construction of a new home.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 3019 81-0 (2009)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Relating to provision of construction documents to purchasers of newly constructed homes.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 3020 81-0 (2009)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Relating to disclosure of the cause of and remediation of construction defects resulting in resale by certain homebuilders.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3059 81-0 (2009)
Author: Farabee, David
Relating to persons subject to liability for residential construction defects or regulation as a builder of residential construction.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3065 81-0 (2009)
Author: Bohac, DwayneSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to municipal registration of vacant buildings in certain counties.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 1/1/10
HB 3149 81-0 (2009)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to the adoption and financing of energy efficiency, conservation, and indoor air quality standards for the design, construction, and renovation of public school instructional facilities.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 3210 81-0 (2009)
Author: Edwards, Al
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation for property owned by a religious organization for purposes of expanding a religious facility or constructing a new religious facility.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 3348 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gattis, Dan
Relating to regulation of residential construction; providing a penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 3400 81-0 (2009)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to certain construction liens under the Texas Residential Construction Commission Act.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 3629 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smith, Todd
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Residential Construction Commission and the licensing and regulation of certain builders.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 3757 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lewis, Tryon
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for a medical education building for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
HB 3759 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the operation and regulation of certain consolidated insurance programs.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
HB 3826 81-0 (2009)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Relating to certain disputes involving residential construction projects employing undocumented workers.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3871 81-0 (2009)
Author: Veasey, Marc
Relating to the operation of the Texas Residential Construction Commission; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 3913 81-0 (2009)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to resolution of disputes arising under certain construction contracts.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 3929 81-0 (2009)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to subdivision platting requirements in counties near an international border.
House: Border & Intergovernmental Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4086 81-0 (2009)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to energy efficiency in newly constructed buildings.
House: Energy Resources
Subcommittee members named
HB 4299 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, PatrickSponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to rainwater harvesting and other water conservation initiatives.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on intent calendar
HB 4474 81-0 (2009)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the applicability of a fire code in an unincorporated area of a county.
House: County Affairs
Postponed
HB 4475 81-0 (2009)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to fire code certificates of compliance, violations, and enforcement; providing penalties.
House: County Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 4559 81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to regulation of condominium conversions.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
SB 127 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to design, construction, and renovation standards for state buildings and facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 128 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to a franchise tax credit for certain investments made in relation to sustainable commercial building projects.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 267 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to design, construction, and renovation standards for state buildings and facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 430 81-0 (2009)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to higher education facilities as authorized projects in a public improvement district.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 555 81-0 (2009)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Eiland, Craig
Relating to indemnification provisions in construction contracts.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Placed on Major State Calendar
SB 670 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to design and construction standards for newly constructed state buildings, public school facilities, and higher education facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 677 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to requiring solar panels to be offered by certain builders of new homes.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 701 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to state assistance to fund public school instructional facilities that meet certain design and construction, renovation, or improvement standards.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 820 81-0 (2009)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Menendez, Jose
Relating to the adoption and amendment of model building codes by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1090 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the regulation of the practice of construction and program management for capital improvement projects of governmental entities.
Senate: Government Organization
Left pending in committee
SB 1110 81-0 (2009)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Geren, Charlie
Relating to contracts by governmental entities and related professional services and to public works performance and payment bonds.
House: State Affairs Senate: Government Organization
Placed on Major State Calendar
SB 1137 81-0 (2009)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to construction contract trust funds and the misapplication of those funds.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1231 81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to a requirement that a school district develop and adopt a site selection policy before selecting a site for construction of a new school; providing a penalty.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 1523 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to requiring satisfactory completion of a course in the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System as a requisite for a degree in architecture at certain public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
SB 1532 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to certain construction liens under the Texas Residential Construction Commission Act.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1533 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to persons subject to liability for residential construction defects or regulation as a builder of residential construction.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1551 81-0 (2009)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the operation and regulation of certain consolidated insurance programs.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1606 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the regulation of industrialized housing and buildings.
Senate: Education
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1897 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to fire code certificates of compliance, violations, and enforcement; providing penalties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1898 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the applicability of a fire code in an unincorporated area of a county.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1995 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the adoption of uniform residential building codes by political subdivisions.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 2175 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to authorizing certain counties to regulate land development; providing a penalty.
Senate: International Relations & Trade
Referred to International Relations and Trade
SB 2237 81-0 (2009)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for a medical education building for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SR 1100 81-0 (2009)
Author: Averitt, Kip
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 3526.
Received by the Secretary of the Senate
HB 295 80-0 (2007)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the regulation of and claims against residential home builders.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 325 80-0 (2007)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Relating to construction projects employing undocumented workers.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 447 80-0 (2007)
Author: Callegari, Bill | et. al.Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to contracts by governmental entities and related professional services and to public works performance and payment bonds.
House: Government Reform Senate: Government Organization
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 497 80-0 (2007)
Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al.Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to resolution of disputes arising under certain construction contracts.
House: Civil Practices Senate: State Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 506 80-0 (2007)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the regulation of the practice of construction and program management for capital improvement projects of school districts.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Admin. Procedures
HB 576 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smith, WayneSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the bid bond form of bid deposit for certain special district construction projects.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 609 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smith, Todd
Relating to the application and enforcement of municipal construction codes.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 617 80-0 (2007)
Author: Quintanilla, Chente
Relating to requiring counties to adopt residential building codes; providing a criminal penalty.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1038 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ritter, Allan | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Relating to the operation of the Texas Residential Construction Commission; providing penalties.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 1039 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to inspection of residential construction in unincorporated areas; providing penalties.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1686 80-0 (2007)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the registration and regulation of homebuilders and residential construction and improvements; providing penalties.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1762 80-0 (2007)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Relating to interest on unpaid penalties imposed by the Texas Residential Construction Commission.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1963 80-0 (2007)
Author: Solomons, Burt
Relating to rules and policies adopted by state agencies regarding engineering or architectural errors or omissions.
House: Government Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 2008 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smith, Todd
Relating to the regulation of residential construction and the authority of the Texas Residential Construction Commission.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2014 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the operation and regulation of certain consolidated insurance programs; providing penalties.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2262 80-0 (2007)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to indemnification provisions in construction contracts.
House: Civil Practices
Left pending in committee
HB 2721 80-0 (2007)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to consumer protection for and remedies available to a homebuyer whose home does not comply with certain warranties; providing an administrative penalty.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2914 80-0 (2007)
Author: Raymond, Richard
Relating to the abatement of certain suits between a builder and a homeowner.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2936 80-0 (2007)
Author: Farrar, JessicaSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to exempting certain community development corporations from the Texas Residential Construction Commission Act.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 3240 80-0 (2007)
Author: Straus, Joe
Relating to building energy performance standards.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred to Regulated Industries
HB 3269 80-0 (2007)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the abolition of the Texas Residential Construction Commission.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3277 80-0 (2007)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the inspection process for new home construction in a municipality.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3338 80-0 (2007)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to building code standards for energy efficiency performance.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 3359 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smith, Todd
Relating to standards for the issuance of a preconstruction permit under the Clean Air Act for certain electric generating facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 3364 80-0 (2007)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the revision of building energy efficiency performance standards.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 3411 80-0 (2007)
Author: Gattis, Dan
Relating to the operation of the Texas Residential Construction Commission.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3951 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the authority of a county to zone, apply building standards, and impose impact fees in an area near certain toll projects; providing a penalty.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 4106 80-0 (2007)
Author: Howard, Charlie
Relating to the adoption of a residential building code in certain counties; providing a civil penalty.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 215 80-0 (2007)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the operation of the Texas Residential Construction Commission.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 297 80-0 (2007)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the composition of the committee appointed to review the uniform general conditions of state building construction contracts.
House: Government Reform Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/07
SB 346 80-0 (2007)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.
Relating to indemnification provisions in construction contracts.
House: Civil Practices Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Civil Practices
SB 354 80-0 (2007)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the operation and regulation of certain consolidated insurance programs; providing penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 356 80-0 (2007)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to contracts by governmental entities for construction projects and related professional services and to public works performance and payment bonds.
Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Government Organization
SB 445 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to design, construction, and renovation standards for state buildings and facilities.
House: Government Reform Senate: Government Organization
Left pending in committee
SB 487 80-0 (2007)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the regulation of the practice of construction and program management for capital improvement projects of school districts.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 899 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to design and construction standards for newly constructed or renovated state buildings, public school facilities, and higher education facilities.
Senate: Government Organization
Left pending in committee
SB 924 80-0 (2007)
Author: Brimer, KimSponsor: Solomons, Burt
Relating to rules and policies adopted by state agencies regarding engineering or architectural errors or omissions.
House: Government Reform Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/07
SB 1221 80-0 (2007)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the provision of a preference in certain state construction contracts for contractors that provide health benefits to employees.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1648 80-0 (2007)
Author: Janek, Kyle
Relating to the enforcement of building codes in unincorporated areas of Fort Bend County; providing a civil penalty.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1690 80-0 (2007)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the authority of a county to zone, apply building standards, and impose impact fees in an area near certain toll projects; providing a penalty.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
SCR 85 80-0 (2007)
Author: Brimer, KimSponsor: Solomons, Burt
Recalling S.B. No. 924 from the governor for further consideration.
Signed by the Governor
HB 490 79-0 (2005)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to enforcement of certain provisions in construction contracts.
House: Civil Practices
Meeting cancelled
HB 662 79-0 (2005)
Author: Eissler, Rob
Relating to the disclosure of certain convictions and judgments by persons regulated by the Texas Residential Construction Commission.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 960 79-0 (2005)
Author: Smith, WayneSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to regulate construction and renovation of structures owned by certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1237 79-0 (2005)
Author: Paxton, Ken
Relating to binding arbitration clauses in certain residential construction contracts; providing an administrative penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1716 79-0 (2005)
Author: Zedler, Bill
Relating to the accuracy of certain tax liability estimates in contracts for residential real property.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1949 79-0 (2005)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to the adoption of a uniform commercial building code for use in the state.
House: State Affairs
Reported favorably as substituted
HB 2137 79-0 (2005)
Author: Phillips, LarrySponsor: Staples, Todd
Relating to the construction or improvement of buildings by the Texas Department of Transportation.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 2156 79-0 (2005)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the operation and regulation of certain consolidated insurance programs.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
HB 2270 79-0 (2005)
Author: Riddle, Debbie
Relating to the notification of persons affected by a construction project.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 2525 79-0 (2005)
Author: Callegari, BillSponsor: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to contracts by governmental entities for construction projects and related professional services and to public works performance and payment bonds.
House: Government Reform Senate: Government Organization
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2787 79-0 (2005)
Author: Veasey, Marc
Relating to the application of the sales tax to services for repairing and remodeling certain commercial properties.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2857 79-0 (2005)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to increasing certain new construction energy efficiency standards and reducing the consumption of natural resources.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 2978 79-0 (2005)
Author: Goolsby, Tony
Relating to the procedures required for a governmental entity to perform construction-related work on facilities under the construction manager-agent method.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 3107 79-0 (2005)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the definition of facility.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3404 79-0 (2005)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the regulation of and claims against residential home builders.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 445 79-0 (2005)
Author: Carona, John | et. al.
Relating to indemnification provisions in construction contracts.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 558 79-0 (2005)
Author: Brimer, Kim
Relating to the application of the sales tax to services for repairing and remodeling certain commercial properties.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 589 79-0 (2005)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to require a building permit for construction and renovation work on county-owned buildings and facilities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 868 79-0 (2005)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the operation and regulation of certain consolidated insurance programs.
Senate: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
SB 1242 79-0 (2005)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to the procedures required for a governmental entity to perform construction-related work on facilities under the construction manager-agent method.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 1243 79-0 (2005)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the provision of a preference in certain state construction contracts for contractors that provide health benefits to employees.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 1390 79-0 (2005)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to residential construction in the State of Texas; providing administrative penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1423 79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the adoption of certain residential building codes in municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
SB 1458 79-0 (2005)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to the adoption of a uniform commercial building code for use in municipalities in the state.
House: State Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
See remarks for effective date
SB 1599 79-0 (2005)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to requirements for the adoption of local amendments to certain municipal residential construction codes.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1689 79-0 (2005)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to third-party civil liability for certain persons entering into building or construction contracts.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1740 79-0 (2005)
Author: Staples, ToddSponsor: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain construction activities.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 98 78-0 (2003)
Author: Seaman, Gene | et. al.
Relating to insurance issues regarding the use of mold, fire, and water resistant materials in residential building and repairs.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
HB 334 78-0 (2003)
Author: Villarreal, Mike | et. al.
Relating to the adoption and enforcement by certain municipalities of a rehabilitation code or provisions governing the rehabilitation of structures.
House: Land & Resource Management
Considered in Calendars
HB 730 78-0 (2003)
Author: Ritter, Allan | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to residential construction, including certain warranties, building and performance standards, and dispute resolution; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Regulated Industries Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 867 78-0 (2003)
Author: Jones, Jesse | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to minimum standards applicable to certain facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 1064 78-0 (2003)
Author: Wohlgemuth, Arlene
Relating to the development regulatory authority of Johnson County; providing a penalty.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1143 78-0 (2003)
Author: Lewis, Glenn
Relating to the application of the sales tax to services for repairing and remodeling certain commercial properties.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1408 78-0 (2003)
Author: Flores, Kino
Relating to the regulation of the practice of construction/program management.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 1495 78-0 (2003)
Author: Solomons, Burt
Relating to the registration of homebuilders.
House: Regulated Industries
Left pending in committee
HB 1667 78-0 (2003)
Author: Jones, Jesse | et. al.
Relating to a fee imposed on real estate transactions to fund a housing repair program for elderly individuals of low income.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1754 78-0 (2003)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to a preconstruction termite treatment fee program.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 1843 78-0 (2003)
Author: West, George
Relating to notice requirements for and risk assessment and prevention in relation to construction around a pipeline facility.
House: Energy Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1901 78-0 (2003)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to administrative procedures in certain municipalities for adjudicating violations of ordinances relating to information filed with building permits.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2438 78-0 (2003)
Author: Flores, Kino
Relating to the authority to regulate subdivisions of land and issue certain permits in the municipality's extraterritorial jurisdiction.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land and Resource Management
HB 2454 78-0 (2003)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to home and building construction energy conservation standards and programs.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 2569 78-0 (2003)
Author: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to authorizing certain counties to regulate land development; providing a penalty.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 2767 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to disclosure requirements for residential foundations in certain areas.
House: Regulated Industries
Left pending in committee
HB 2793 78-0 (2003)
Author: Flores, Kino | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of roofing contractors; providing penalties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 2982 78-0 (2003)
Author: Nixon, Joe
Relating to workers' compensation insurance coverage for certain persons engaged in building or construction.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 3028 78-0 (2003)
Author: Moreno, JoeSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to certain purchasing contracts of certain navigation districts and port authorities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 3048 78-0 (2003)
Author: Cook, Robert
Relating to state construction projects.
House: Government Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 3076 78-0 (2003)
Author: West, George
Relating to indemnification in certain construction contracts.
House: Civil Practices
Referred to Civil Practices
HB 3201 78-0 (2003)
Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al.
Relating to enforcement of certain provisions in construction contracts.
House: Civil Practices
Left pending in committee
HB 3281 78-0 (2003)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to development regulations for certain unincorporated areas in border counties; providing a penalty.
House: Border and International Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3490 78-0 (2003)
Author: Raymond, Richard
Relating to resolution of disputes arising under construction contracts.
House: Civil Practices
Meeting cancelled
HB 3492 78-0 (2003)
Author: Raymond, Richard
Relating to resolution of disputes arising under construction contracts.
House: Civil Practices
Meeting cancelled
HCR 283 78-0 (2003)
Author: Ritter, AllanSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make technical corrections to H.B. No. 730.
Signed by the Governor
SB 114 78-0 (2003)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to insurance issues regarding the use of mold, fire, and water resistant materials in residential building and repairs.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 383 78-0 (2003)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.
Relating to residential construction, including certain warranties, building standards, and dispute resolution.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 395 78-0 (2003)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.
Relating to authorizing certain counties to regulate land development; providing a penalty.
Senate: International Relations and Trade
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 535 78-0 (2003)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Chavez, Norma
Relating to authorizing certain counties to regulate land development; providing a penalty.
House: Border and International Affairs Senate: International Relations and Trade
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 758 78-0 (2003)
Author: Brimer, Kim
Relating to the application of the sales tax to services for repairing and remodeling certain commercial properties.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 773 78-0 (2003)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the registration of homebuilders.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 888 78-0 (2003)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the regulation of the practice of construction/program management.
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Left pending in committee
SB 1176 78-0 (2003)
Author: Harris, Chris | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of roofing contractors; providing penalties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Licensing & Admin. Procedures
SB 1223 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to restricting the ability of a county to require a building permit in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of a municipality.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1331 78-0 (2003)
Author: Ratliff, BillSponsor: Callegari, Bill
Relating to procurement procedures for construction-related services for public school districts, institutions of higher education, and the Texas Building and Procurement Commission.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 1396 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to certain purchasing contracts of certain navigation districts and port authorities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1693 78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario | et. al.
Relating to enforcement of certain provisions in construction contracts.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 1785 78-0 (2003)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to resolution of disputes arising under construction contracts.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1847 78-0 (2003)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the authorization and regulation of casino gambling and to the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming Commission; authorizing taxes, establishing scholarships for Texas Students in public colleges and universities providing civil and criminal penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1879 78-0 (2003)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to certain practices to improve energy conservation in state buildings.
House: State Affairs Senate: Government Organization
Left pending in committee
HB 554 77-0 (2001)
Author: Mowery, Anna
Relating to management of construction funds and payment of subcontractors under public contracts.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1477 77-0 (2001)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to the permitting process for the construction of certain concrete plants.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 2034 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bosse, Fred
Relating to indemnification provisions concerning registered architects and registered engineers in certain construction contracts.
House: Civil Practices
Left pending in committee
HB 2411 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ritter, Allan | et. al.
Relating to the adoption of a uniform residential building code for use in the state.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2683 77-0 (2001)
Author: Allen, RaySponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to public improvement projects to enforce deed restrictions and perform architectural control.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Tabled in committee
HB 2836 77-0 (2001)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to indemnification in construction contracts.
House: Civil Practices
No action taken in committee
HB 2931 77-0 (2001)
Author: Marchant, Kenny
Relating to express and implied warranties of a contractor for residential construction.
House: Business & Industry
No action taken in committee
HB 3105 77-0 (2001)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to indemnification in construction contracts.
House: Civil Practices
Referred to Civil Practices
HB 3127 77-0 (2001)
Author: Walker, Gary | et. al.
Relating to county development regulations in certain unincorporated areas.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 3266 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lewis, Glenn
Relating to authorizing a county to adopt a uniform residential building code; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land and Resource Management
HB 3530 77-0 (2001)
Author: Wise, Miguel | et. al.
Relating to a surety bond obtained for a public project and executed by a surety company.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 3556 77-0 (2001)
Author: Maxey, GlenSponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the life safety code standards for assisted living facilities for supervision of medication and general welfare.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/01
HJR 5 77-0 (2001)
Author: Solomons, BurtSponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Proposing a constitutional amendment prescribing requirements for imposing a lien for work and material used in the construction, repair, or renovation of improvements on residential homestead property and including the conversion and refinance of a personal property lien secured by a manufactured home to a lien on real property as a debt on homestead property protected from a forced sale.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Filed with the Secretary of State
SB 38 77-0 (2001)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to authorizing the conduct of architectural review before the construction or remodeling of certain long-term and other care facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 110 77-0 (2001)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to use of the design-build method for construction or repair projects by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 365 77-0 (2001)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the adoption of a uniform residential building code for use in the state.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
SB 464 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to determining the prevailing per diem wage rate to be paid in connection with constructing a public work for the state.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 546 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brown, J. E.
Relating to the permitting process for the construction of certain concrete plants.
Senate: Natural Resources
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 561 77-0 (2001)
Author: Sibley, DavidSponsor: Bosse, Fred
Relating to indemnification provisions concerning registered architects and licensed engineers in certain construction contracts.
House: Civil Practices Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 1139 77-0 (2001)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to a construction industry craft training program; imposing a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1185 77-0 (2001)
Author: Whitmire, JohnSponsor: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the construction of certain telecommunications facilities.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 1324 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brown, J. E.
Relating to express and implied warranties of a contractor for residential construction.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1489 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to indemnification in construction contracts.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1557 77-0 (2001)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to the licensing of certain residential contractors; providing penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SJR 29 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Proposing a constitutional amendment prescribing requirements for imposing a lien for work and material used in the construction, repair, or renovation of improvements on residential homestead property.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 100 70-0 (1987)
Author: Hackney, Clint
Relating to contracts with private enterprises for the construction, operation, maintenance, and management of correctional facilities.
House: Corrections
No action taken in subcommittee
HB 275 70-0 (1987)
Author: Millsap, MikeSponsor: Parmer, Hugh
Relating to home improvement contracts affecting homesteads.
House: Judicial Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/87
HB 528 70-0 (1987)
Author: Hudson III, SamuelSponsor: Johnson, Eddie
Relating to prohibiting a lead smeltering plant from locating within a certain distance from a residence.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective in 90 days-8/31/87
HB 2012 70-0 (1987)
Author: Berlanga, HugoSponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to the inspection and approval of structure under the Texas Catastrophe Property Insurance Pool.
House: Insurance Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/87
HB 2319 70-0 (1987)
Author: Evans, Charles
Relating to approval of certain construction, repair, or rehabilitation projects undertaken by private tenants on lands leased from institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Pending in committee
SB 69 70-0 (1987)
Author: Green, Gene
Relating to building code requirements applicable to buildings owned or leased by the state.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 1130 70-0 (1987)
Author: Green, GeneSponsor: Watson, Ed
Relating to the authority of the Texas Air Control Board to issue emergency orders allowing addition, replacement, or repair of facilities damaged by a catastrophic event.
House: Government Organization Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/87
SB 1211 70-0 (1987)
Author: Lyon, TedSponsor: McKinney, Mike
Relating to the control of sources of air pollution.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Transferred to Calendars Committee
SB 1215 70-0 (1987)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to preservation of the view of the State Capitol and to a private right of action for injunctive relief for a violation.
Senate: State Affairs
Reported favorably w/o amendments
SB 1455 70-0 (1987)
Author: Henderson, Don
Relating to a restriction of the use of certain indemnity provisions in certain construction contracts.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Received from the Senate
HB 26 70-2 (1987)
Author: Haley, Bill
Relating to a contract for an improvement to a public school's real property.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 137 70-2 (1987)
Author: Riley, Randall
Relating to preservation of the view of the State Capitol from certain points and prohibition of certain construction.
House: State Affairs
Nonrecord vote recorded in Journal
SB 77 70-2 (1987)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to preservation of the view of the State Capitol from certain points and prohibition of certain construction.
Senate: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 76 69-0 (1985)
Author: Keller, RaySponsor: Lyon, Ted
Relating to the application of certain provisions of the State Purchasing and General Services Act to construction projects requested by the Texas Department of Corrections.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 136 69-0 (1985)
Author: Green, Gene
Relating to building code requirements applicable to buildings owned or leased by the state.
House: Insurance
Reported from s/c unfavorably
HB 324 69-0 (1985)
Author: Green, Gene
Relating to the requirement of an adequate means of egress in certain buildings for the purpose of fire safety; providing a penalty.
House: Insurance
Reported from s/c unfavorably
HB 493 69-0 (1985)
Author: Emmett, Ed
Relating to preservation of the view of the State Capitol and to a private right of action for the injunctive relief for a violation.
House: Cultural & Historical Resources
Referred to Cultural & His. Resources
HB 654 69-0 (1985)
Author: Finnell, Charles
Relating to the monitoring of trends in the construction of personal care homes by the Texas Health Facilities Commission.
House: Government Organization
Referred to subcommittee
HB 872 69-0 (1985)
Author: Emmett, Ed
Relating to preservation of the view of the State Capitol and to a private right of action for injunctive relief for a violation.
House: Cultural & Historical Resources
Coauthor authorized
HB 877 69-0 (1985)
Author: Green, Gene
Relating to the authority of a county to adopt a fire code or a building code; providing a penalty.
House: County Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 901 69-0 (1985)
Author: Wolens, Steven
Relating to the penalty for misapplying certain construction funds held in trust.
House: Judicial Affairs
Reported from s/c favorably w/sub.
HB 1218 69-0 (1985)
Author: Evans, CharlesSponsor: McFarland, Bob
Relating to the construction, installation, and location of industrialized housing and buildings and modular homes; providing a penalty.
House: Business & Commerce Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 1898 69-0 (1985)
Author: Martinez, Roman
Relating to submission and review by the Texas Department of Water Resources of certain project plans that include flood control.
House: Natural Resources
Withdrawn by author
HB 1927 69-0 (1985)
Author: Lee, Don
Relating to the licensing of hospitals and to construction plan approval; providing authority to the Texas Board of Health to charge fees for hospital construction plan reviews and surveys; amending Section 5 and adding Section 7A, Texas Hospital Licensing Law (Article 4437f, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes).
House: Government Organization
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1954 69-0 (1985)
Author: Laney, James
Relating to competitive bidding on contracts for the construction of permanent improvements at institutions of higher education; amending section 51.907 of the Texas Education Code; and declaring an emergency.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
HB 2483 69-0 (1985)
Author: Hilbert, Paul
Relating to restricting the issuance of construction permits for certain asphalt plants.
House: Environmental Affairs
Referred to Environmental Affairs
SB 584 69-0 (1985)
Author: McFarland, Bob
Relating to the construction, installation, and location of industrialized housing and buildings and modular homes.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 896 69-0 (1985)
Author: Uribe, Hector
Relating to establishing and implementing energy efficiency standards for new buildings.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
SB 1435 69-0 (1985)
Author: Jones, GrantSponsor: Gibson, Bruce
Relating to the issuance of bonds for building projects or energy efficiency improvement projects by the Texas Public Building Authority, to specific projects, to fees, and to handling of funds and bond proceeds.
House: Financial Institutions Senate: State Affairs
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
HB 101 68-0 (1983)
Author: Waldrop, TomSponsor: Edwards, Chet
Relating to coordinating board approval of junior college construction financed with funds from a source other than the state and to use of student fees for junior college construction.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 109 68-0 (1983)
Author: Hudson III, Samuel
Relating to a bond for the construction of a swimming pool.
House: Business & Commerce
Referred to Committee on Business & Commerce
HB 269 68-0 (1983)
Author: Criss, Lloyd
Relating to construction by a utility.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 505 68-0 (1983)
Author: Polumbo, Anthony
Relating to a criminal offense for the use of certain aluminum electrical wiring in residences.
House: Business & Commerce
Referred to subcommittee
HB 897 68-0 (1983)
Author: Criss, LloydSponsor: Sharp, John
Relating to the protection of consumers and regulation of manufactured housing.
House: Business & Commerce Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 1131 68-0 (1983)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to notice required to be given concerning property use in residential areas of certain counties; providing a penalty.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars
HB 1259 68-0 (1983)
Author: Thompson, Gary
Relating to the wages paid to construction workers engaged in public works projects.
House: County Affairs
Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars
HB 1584 68-0 (1983)
Author: Craddick, Tom
Relating to certain fees under the Texas Clean Air Act.
House: Environmental Affairs
Reported from subcommittee favorably without amendments
HB 2152 68-0 (1983)
Author: Danburg, Debra
Relating to actions against architects, engineers and persons performing or furnishing construction or repair of improvement to real property.
House: Business & Commerce
Referred to Committee on Business & Commerce
SB 176 68-0 (1983)
Author: Doggett, LloydSponsor: Hill, Gerald
Relating to preservation of the view of the State Capitol from certain points and prohibition of certain construction.
House: Cultural and Hist. Resources Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 751 68-0 (1983)
Author: Uribe, Hector
Relating to establishing and implementing energy efficiency standards for new buildings and to the establishment, membership, and powers and duties of the Texas Energy Advisory Committee for Efficiency Standards in New Building Construction.
Senate: Natural Resources
Reported from committee favorably without amendments
SB 932 68-0 (1983)
Author: Doggett, Lloyd
Relating to local participation in the planning of new state buildings.
Senate: State Affairs
Record vote
SB 1119 68-0 (1983)
Author: Washington, Craig
Relating to preservation of the view of the State Capitol and to a private right of action for injunctive relief for a violation.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Considered by committee in formal meeting
SB 1148 68-0 (1983)
Author: Brown, J.E.
Relating to the wages paid to construction workers engaged in public works projects in certain counties.
Senate: State Affairs
Reported from subcommittee favorably without amendments
SB 1154 68-0 (1983)
Author: Mauzy, Oscar
Relating to actions against architects, engineers and persons performing or furnishing construction or repair of improvement to real property.
Senate: Jurisprudence
No action taken
SB 1332 68-0 (1983)
Author: Edwards, ChetSponsor: Waldrop, Tom
Relating to coordinating board approval of junior college construction financed with funds from a source other than the state and to use of student fees for junior college construction.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Placed on daily Major State Calendar
SB 1355 68-0 (1983)
Author: Jones, GrantSponsor: Presnal, Bill
Relating to the creation, membership, terms, compensation, staff, and powers and duties of a public authority to issue bonds for certain state building, communications, and data processing projects, to the issuance, refunding, and provisions of bonds, to the amendment of other acts necessary to accomplish the purposes of this Act, to specific projects approved for financing, to the creation of the State Lease Fund and to lease contracts, and to certain powers and duties of the State Purchasing and General Services Commission; providing for an appropriation.
House: State Affairs Senate: Finance
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
SB 1370 68-0 (1983)
Author: Farabee, RaySponsor: Gavin, John
Relating to the selection of a private architect/engineer and the appointment of a director of facilities planning and construction.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 49 67-0 (1981)
Author: Polumbo, Anthony
Relating to a criminal offense for the use of certain aluminum electrical wiring in residences.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars
HB 213 67-0 (1981)
Author: Elizondo, PaulSponsor: Santiesteban, H.
Relating to the requirement of automatic sprinkling systems in certain buildings. pref. no. 68
House: Insurance Senate: Economic Development
Reported from committee favorably without amendments
HB 245 67-0 (1981)
Author: Grubbs, Walter B.Sponsor: Jones, Grant
Relating to the requirement of fire detection and smoke alarm systems in certain buildings.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Economic Development
Reported from committee favorably with amendments
HB 595 67-0 (1981)
Author: Leonard, Jr., Bob
Relating to notice and public hearing requirements for public housing projects.
House: Business & Industry
Coauthor authorized
HB 817 67-0 (1981)
Author: Keese, Bill
Relating to use of solar energy in government structures.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1195 67-0 (1981)
Author: Barton, Erwin
Relating to prohibiting the manufacture and installation of urea-formaldehyde foam insulation and the sale of homes containing that insulation.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1335 67-0 (1981)
Author: Hanna, JoeSponsor: Glasgow, Bob
Relating to the use of solar energy in new state buildings.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 1577 67-0 (1981)
Author: Coody, Bill
Relating to establishing and implementing energy conservation standards for buildings.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2074 67-0 (1981)
Author: Hackney, Clint
Relating to the requirement for new residential buildings to have burglar alarms.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Committee on Business and Industry
HCR 124 67-0 (1981)
Author: Peveto, Wayne
Creating a Special Committee on Higher Education Building Needs and Potential Funding Sources.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Referred to Committee on Education
SB 115 67-0 (1981)
Author: Brooks, Chet
Relating to sales and use tax exemptions for certain building materials used to remove or avoid architectural barriers to the handicapped; for certain drugs, medicines and medical devices; and for vehicles used by the handicapped.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Committee on Finance
SB 281 67-0 (1981)
Author: Mengden, Walter
Relating to establishing and implementing energy conservation standards for buildings.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Subcommittee on Energy
SB 310 67-0 (1981)
Author: Glasgow, Bob
Relating to the allocation of appropriated funds to community centers to construct buildings for mental health and mental retardation purposes.
Senate: Human Resources
Reported from committee favorably with amendments
SB 608 67-0 (1981)
Author: Traeger, JohnSponsor: Nowlin, James
Relating to authorizing certificates of obligation for the purchase of buildings.
House: Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1221 66-0 (1979)
Author: Criss, Lloyd
Relating to the authority of Galveston County to adopt building codes; providing penalty.
House: Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
HB 1528 66-0 (1979)
Author: Polumbo, Anthony
Relating to a criminal offense for the use of certain aluminum electrical wiring in residences.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1625 66-0 (1979)
Author: Lauhoff, Herman E.Sponsor: Williams, Lindon
Relating to deed restrictions requiring the use of wood shingles.
House: Business & Industry Senate: State Affairs
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 1699 66-0 (1979)
Author: Coody, BillSponsor: Meier, Bill
Relating to establishing and implementing energy conservation standards for buildings.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
House conferees appointed
HB 2145 66-0 (1979)
Author: Cain, David
Relating to administration of the Texas Housing Rehabilitation Act.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to subcommittee
HCR 118 66-0 (1979)
Author: Untermeyer, Chase
Creating the Joint Committee on Condominium Housing.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Committee on Business and Industry
HCR 138 66-0 (1979)
Author: Evans, CharlesSponsor: Jones, Gene
Authorizing the Board of Control to construct steps at the west entrance of the Capitol.
House: House Administration Senate: Administration
Signed by the Governor
SB 225 66-0 (1979)
Author: Mauzy, Oscar
Delegating certain duties relating to higher education to the Coordinating Board, Texas College and University System.
Senate: Education
Scheduled for public hearing on . . . . . .
SB 940 66-0 (1979)
Author: Santiesteban, H.
Relating the authority of certain counties to establish fire codes; providing a penalty.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Scheduled for public hearing on . . . . . .
SB 992 66-0 (1979)
Author: Price, Bob
Relating to certain facilities that must be accessible to the handicapped.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
SB 1103 66-0 (1979)
Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe"
Relating to the authority of Galveston County to adpot building codes; providing a penalty and enforcement procedures.
House: Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Considered by committee in public hearing
SB 1139 66-0 (1979)
Author: Doggett, Lloyd
Relating to standards and specifications for public and certain privately financed buildings to facilitate their use by handicapped persons.
House: State Affairs Senate: Human Resources
Referred to Committee on State Affairs
SCR 23 66-0 (1979)
Author: Braecklein, BillSponsor: Davis, Bob
Creating a special committee to study the need for restoration and renovation of the Governor's Mansion.
House: House Administration
Signed by the Governor
HB 1217 65-0 (1977)
Author: Polumbo, Anthony
Relating to the use of aluminum electrical wiring in certain residential dwellings and mobile homes; providing a penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1220 65-0 (1977)
Author: Powers, Pike
Providing a performance standard for building specifications; creating an advisory committee to establish methods for reaching the performance standard and avenues for communicating those methods, and providing for enforcement and administration of this Act; and declaring an emergency.
House: Insurance
Considered by subcommittee in formal meeting
HB 1803 65-0 (1977)
Author: Baker, Andrew Z.
Relating to the authority of certain costal counties to adopt building codes; providing a penalty.
House: Intergovernmental Affairs
Considered by committee in public hearing
HCR 120 65-0 (1977)
Author: Weddington, Sarah
Urging local governmental entities to adopt and enforce energy conservation building codes under their jurisdiction.
House: Energy Resources
Considered by committee in public hearing
SB 384 65-0 (1977)
Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe"
Providing a performance standard for building specifications; creating an advisory committee to establish methods for reaching the performance standard and avenues for communicating those methods, and providing for enforcement and administration and administration of this Act; and declaring an emergency.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to subcommittee
SB 386 65-0 (1977)
Author: Parker, Carl
Relating to compensation of workmen engaged in public construction work.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to subcommittee
SB 409 65-0 (1977)
Author: Clower, Ron
Relating to the granting of credits against property taxes levied by the school districts of this state to persons who comply with certain energy conservation design standards in the construction or remodeling of residential structures; and providing for reimbursement by the state of the amount of tax credits claimed against school district taxes.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Committee on Finance
SB 1098 65-0 (1977)
Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe"
Relating to the authority of Galveston County to adopt building codes; providing a penalty.
House: Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
HB 8 65-2 (1978)
Author: Wilson, John
Relating to an exemption from the sales and use tax of building materials used in the construction, renovation, and repair of residential housing.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Committee on Ways and Means
HB 60 64-0 (1975)
Author: Kaster, James J.
Relating to county authority to regulate construction, land development, and subdivisions in unincorporated areas; providing penalties.
House: Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1105 64-0 (1975)
Author: Hale, L. DeWittSponsor: Ogg, Jack
Creating a time limitation within which certain actions must be brought against any person performing or furnishing construction or repair of an improvement to real property.
House: Judiciary Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective in 90 days
HB 1120 64-0 (1975)
Author: Harris, Ed
Authorizing the commissioners court of certain counties to promulgate and enforce uniform building codes throughout the unincorporated areas of the county; providing penalties.
House: Intergovernmental Affairs
Considered by committee in public hearing
HB 1563 64-0 (1975)
Author: Gaston, Frank
Providing authority for the State Board of Control to enter into lease-purchase contracts for the purchase of new buildings to be constructed for occupancy by State agencies.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2160 64-0 (1975)
Author: Hale, L. DeWitt
Providing that the provisions of Title 63 shall not apply to construction in any city or town which has adopted a nationally recognized model building code; providing that construction completed in accordance with the nationally recognized model building code shall be deemed to comply with Title 63; providing for severability; repealing all laws or parts of laws in conflict herewith.
House: Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
HB 2198 64-0 (1975)
Author: Atkinson, HampSponsor: Aikin, Jr., A.M.
Relating to acquisition and construction of criminal justice facilities by eligible cities and counties; providing the nature of the facilities which may be included therein; providing for contractual relations between such cities and counties in creating such facilities through cooperative arrangements; prescribing the nature and means of financing such facilities; providing that officers of eligible counties may maintain offices in such facilities in addition to the offices maintained by them at the county seat.
House: Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective in 90 days
HJR 98 64-0 (1975)
Author: Gaston, Frank
Relating to allowing the creation of debt to finance the construction of state buildings.
House: Constitutional Revision
Considered by committee in formal meeting
SB 25 64-0 (1975)
Author: Lombardino, Frank
Relating to raising the cost ceiling from $100,000 to $200,000 as a factor in determining which buildings may be planned by the State Building Commission staff or by a private architect/engineer.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Reported from subcommittee unfavorably
SB 57 64-0 (1975)
Author: Longoria, Raul
Relating to county authority to regulate construction, land development, and subdivisions in unincorporated areas; providing penalties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to subcommittee
SB 1036 64-0 (1975)
Author: Harris, O.H.Sponsor: Agnich, Fred
Providing that the provisions of Title 63, as amended, shall not apply to construction in any city or town which has adopted a nationally recognized model building code which contains certain requirements as to means of escape as specified in the Act; providing that construction heretofore completed in accordance with a nationally recognized model building code which contained certain requirements as to means of escape as specified in the Act shall be deemed to comply with Title 63, as amended; authorizing any city to enact additional standards not in conflict with this Act.
House: Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
90 day bill
SR 268 64-0 (1975)
Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe" | et. al.
Directing the Texas Coastal and Marine Council in cooperation with certain other agencies to undertake to develop model minimum building standards for high-risk areas along the Texas Coast.
Senate: Natural Resources
HB 292 63-0 (1973)
Author: Johnson, EddieSponsor: Mauzy, Oscar
Relating to the inclusion of fine art projects in certain state and public building construction projects through cooperation with the Texas Commission on the Arts and Humanities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Signed by the Governor
HB 674 63-0 (1973)
Author: Presnal, Bill
Requiring the use of safety glazing materials in certain hazardous locations; prohibiting the use of other than safety glazing materials in certain hazardous locations; providing a penalty; and declaring an emergency.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to subcommittee
HB 796 63-0 (1973)
Author: Harris, Ed
Relating to the authority of the commissioners courts of certain counties to order street improvements and assessments; and declaring an emergency.
House: Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
HB 831 63-0 (1973)
Author: Heatly, W.S. "Bill"
Relating to exempting building construction projects of the Parks and Wildlife Department from certain provisions of the State Building Constructions Administration Act.
House: State Affairs
Considered in public hearing
HB 942 63-0 (1973)
Author: Allen, Joe
Relating to issuance of construction permits; providing that the Air Control Board shall hold a public hearing before issuing, renewing, or extending, a construction permit; providing that all laws or parts of laws in conflict with the provisions of this act are hereby repealed to the extent of the conflict only; providing for severability; and declaring an emergency.
House: Environmental Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1032 63-0 (1973)
Author: Poff, Jr., Bryan
Protecting the consumer and encourage the highest standards of construction safety by requiring the use of safety glazing materials in hazardous locations in residential, commercial, or public buildings.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to subcommittee
SB 77 63-0 (1973)
Author: Mauzy, Oscar
Relating to the inclusion of fine arts projects in certain state and public building construction projects through cooperation with the Texas Fine Arts Commission.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Committee on Intergovernmental Relations
SB 199 63-0 (1973)
Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe"
Authorizing the Commissioners' Court of any county which is a member of a regional planning commission whose planning area encompasses at least one county wherein there is a population of 1.5 million or more to promulgate and enforce uniform building codes throughout the unincorporated areas of the county, defining structures and exceptions thereto; permitting the county to establish an office for building permits, to contract such work, and to charge fees; establishing a Board of Building Appeals and procedures related thereto; authorizing the county to enjoin any violation of this Act; establishing a criminal penalty of a fine not less than fifty dollars ($50) nor more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) for any violation of any regulation passed by the Commissioners' Court pursuant to this Act; providing for severability.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Committee on Intergovernmental Relations
SB 378 63-0 (1973)
Author: Creighton, Tom
Relating to the use of substandard brick products; providing penalties.
Senate: Human Resources
Sent to subcommittee
SB 432 63-0 (1973)
Author: Creighton, TomSponsor: Heatly, W.S. "Bill"
Relating to exempting building construction projects of the Parks and Wildlife Department from certain provisions of the State Building Construction Administration Act.
House: State Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 510 63-0 (1973)
Author: Hightower, Jack
Relating to exempting all repair, remodeling, and maintenance projects of the State Board of Control from certain provisions of the State Building Construction Administration Act.
Senate: State Affairs
Committee hearing date
SB 684 63-0 (1973)
Author: Hightower, JackSponsor: Weddington, Sarah
Relating to exempting certain repair, remodeling, and maintenance projects of the State Board of Control from certain provisions of The State Building Construction Administration Act.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 776 63-0 (1973)
Author: Gammage, R.A. "Bob"
To prohibit installation of asbestos or fiberglass lining or other insulation materials which comes into direct contact with air flow in interior of air duct systems in any building in the State; to protect the health and welfare of people of the State; to provide for penalties for violation of the Act; containing a savings clause; containing a severability clause; and declaring an emergency.
Senate: Human Resources
Committee hearing date
SCR 21 63-0 (1973)
Author: Moore, W.T. "Bill"Sponsor: Presnal, Bill
Provides a method of payment for the purpose of constructing, equipping, or acquiring buildings or other permanent improvements for the Texas A&M University System.
House: Education Senate: State Affairs
Signed by Governor
HB 433 62-0 (1971)
Author: Jungmichel, Charles
Relating to the use of substandard brick products.
HB 978 62-0 (1971)
Author: Presnal, Bill
Relating to rules and regulations for the use of safety glazing materials, providing for enforcement.
HB 1008 62-0 (1971)
Author: Cavness, Don
Relating tothe creation of the Building Materials and Systems Testing Laboratory.
HB 1575 62-0 (1971)
Author: Johnson, Jake
Relating to the authority of the State Highway Department to construct certain buildings and to develop, use, and maintain certain property.
HB 1659 62-0 (1971)
Author: Daniel, Jr., PriceSponsor: Moore, W.T. "Bill"
Relating to providing a means by which building lines can be established on highways and roads in Montgomery County.
HB 1673 62-0 (1971)
Author: Smith, William L.
Relating to definitions and exemptions of the State Construction Administration Act.
SB 230 62-0 (1971)
Author: McKool, Mike
Relating to the inclusion of fine arts projects in certain State and public building projects through cooperation with the Texas Fine Arts Commission.
SB 383 62-0 (1971)
Author: Jordan, Barbara
Relating to authorizing counties to regulate subdivision development and construction standards in unincorporated areas.
SB 504 62-0 (1971)
Author: Wallace, Jim
Relating to amending the 'Texas Clean Air Act' to add definitions of 'new facility' and 'modification'.
SB 505 62-0 (1971)
Author: Wallace, Jim
Relating to amending Clean Air Act to provide regulations for permits issued by Board for new facilities or modifications of existing facilities.
SB 517 62-0 (1971)
Author: Blanchard, H.J. "Doc"
Relating to amending the State Building Construction Administration Act relative to excluding certain repair and rehabilitation projects.
SB 810 62-0 (1971)
Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe"
Relating to authorizing the Commissioners' Court of any county which is a member of a regional planning commission whose planning area encompasses at least one county wherein there is a certain population to promulgate and enforce uniform building codes throughout the unincorporated areas of the county, defining structures and exceptions thereto.
SB 821 62-0 (1971)
Author: Snelson, W.E. "Pete"Sponsor: Cavness, Don
Relating to exempting Parks and Wildlife Department projects from Building Commission action.
SB 938 62-0 (1971)
Author: Herring, CharlesSponsor: Doran, Jr., Hilary B.
Relating to exempting certain construction projects of the Texas Agriculture Department from Building Commission action.
HB 76 61-0 (1969)
Author: Holland, W. Lamoine | et. al.
Relating to the power of the commissioners court in certain counties to adopt and enforce building codes; providing a penalty for violations.
HB 664 61-0 (1969)
Author: Heatly, W.S. "Bill"
Relating to the design and construction of buildings and improvements at facilities of the Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation and the Texas Youth Council.
HCR 45 61-0 (1969)
Author: Presnal, Bill
Granting approval to the Board of Directors of Texas A&M University to making certain improvements at Texas Agricultural Experiment Station.
SB 153 61-0 (1969)
Author: Christie, Joe William
Relating to establishing a Uniform Standards Code for Mobile Homes approved by the United States of America Standards Institute for installation of plumbing, heating, and electrical systems in mobile homes; to require a license to be issued by the Bureau of Labor Statistics to mobile home dealers and manufacturers engaged in business in this state; providing for enforcement and penalties.
SB 677 61-0 (1969)
Author: Hall, Ralph M.
Relating to requiring that nuclear fallout shelters be provided in certain buildings constructed or remodeled with public funds; establishing standards for such shelters, and permitting certain exceptions; providing for administration of this Act by the cities and counties.
HB 195 60-0 (1967)
Author: Cummings, Russell Bennett | et. al.
Relating to requiring building permits for the building, erection or construction of any building or other structures, or for making improvements to any existing structure and for the moving of buildings; making the violation of this Act a misdemeanor and fixing penalties.
HB 361 60-0 (1967)
Author: Armstrong, Robert Landis "Bob"
Relating to requiring building permits for the building, erection or construction of any building or other structures, or for making improvements to any existing structure and for the moving of buildings; providing exceptions; providing for the issuance of permits by county tax collectors; providing a fee for permits; making the violation of this Act a misdemeanor and fixing penalties.
HB 375 60-0 (1967)
Author: Hull, Malcolm Cordell
Relating to authorizing the commissioners courts of certain counties which have issued bonds for the purpose of constructing buildings and other permanent improvements to be used for coliseums and auditoriums within such counties, to construct, enlarge, furnish, equip, and operate parking stations in the vicinity of such coliseums and auditoriums; containing a severability clause; enacting other provisions relating to the subject.
HB 482 60-0 (1967)
Author: McLaughlin, Jack Ray | et. al.
Relating to establishing Uniform Standards Code approved by the American Standards Association for installation of plumbing, heating, and electrical systems in mobile homes; providing for enforcement and penalties and for restrictions and placement of serial numbers.
HB 558 60-0 (1967)
Author: Traeger, John
Relating to the permanent building to be erected at HemisFair.
HB 1044 60-0 (1967)
Author: Dramberger, A.L. "Tony" | et. al.
Relating to enabling any city or town to enter into a contract or contracts with corporations operating without profit for the acquisition or construction of public buildings or other public improvements.
SB 62 60-0 (1967)
Author: Parkhouse, George M. | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the construction of improvements at certain institutions of The University of Texas System in Dallas, Houston, and Galveston, Texas; providing for a method of payment.
HB 37 59-0 (1965)
Author: Cavness, Don
Relating to methods and procedures for planning, design and construction of State buildings; vesting certain powers and duties in the State Building Commission; providing for an effective date.
HB 53 59-0 (1965)
Author: Slider, James Lenoy
Relating to the use of lumber for certain construction purposes; prohibiting the use for such purposes of certain types of lumber exceeding a specified moisture content; providing a penalty.
HB 497 59-0 (1965)
Author: Hollowell, Bill
Relating to authorizing the construction, acquisition, and equipping of buildings and other structures and additions to existing buildings and other structures and acquiring land therefor by the governing boards of the several junior college districts heretofore or hereafter organized.
HB 878 59-0 (1965)
Author: Duggan, Jr., Fitzhugh Lee | et. al.
Relating to the immunity of construction contractors from liability for certain defects.
HCR 23 59-0 (1965)
Author: Haines, David Graves
Providing for buildings and improvements for the Texas Forest Service.
HCR 42 59-0 (1965)
Author: Miller, Wallace H. | et. al.
Authorizing the Board of Regents of the University of Texas to accept certain grants for the purpose of constructing a dental science research building.
HCR 117 59-0 (1965)
Author: Smith, William Landrum "Will"
Providing for a committee to study the state's building and renovation program.
SB 154 59-0 (1965)
Author: Herring, Charles
Relating to methods and procedures for planning, design and construction of State buildings, defining certain terms, providing for applicability of this Act, and vesting certain powers and duties in the State Building Commission.
SB 326 59-0 (1965)
Author: Calhoun, Jr., C. Galloway
Relating to authorizing the construction, acquisition, and equipment of buildings and other structures and additions to existing buildings and other structures acquiring land therefor by the governing boards of the several junior college districts heretofore or hereafter organized; providing for the securing and payment of such obligations by the use and pledge of a certain part of student tuition charges.
SB 391 59-0 (1965)
Author: Hardeman, Dorsey B.
Relating to reconstituting the membership of the State Building Commission and adding the Lieutenant Governor to the State Building Commission in place of the Chairman of the Board of Control.
SCR 11 59-0 (1965)
Author: Moore, W.T. "Bill"
Authorizing the Board of A&M University System to erect and equip certain buildings.
HB 102 58-0 (1963)
Author: Cavness, Don
Relating to providing for the orderly planning, construction and inspection of buildings constructed by the state; providing an effective date.
HB 221 58-0 (1963)
Author: Wilson, Charles N. "Charlie" | et. al.
Relating to enacting the College Building Fund Act of 1963.
HB 959 58-0 (1963)
Author: Morgan, Richard L. "Dick"
Relating to providing for the orderly planning, construction and inspection of buildings constructed by the state and for maintenance of state buildings; authorizing the Board of Control to recommend condemnation of any state building, structure or equipment which it finds unsafe or hazardous; providing an effective date.
HB 1051 58-0 (1963)
Author: Pipkin, Maurice Snow "Pip"
Relating to providing for certain power and authority of Boards of Trustees or Boards of Regents of public junior colleges in relation to libraries, library buildings, and other buildings including the power and authority to enter into lease and rental agreements with certain municipalities.
SB 114 58-0 (1963)
Author: Parkhouse, George M.
Relating to enacting the College Building Fund Act of 1963 relating to institutions of higher learning.
SB 320 58-0 (1963)
Author: Parkhouse, George M.
Relating to authorizing cities having a population over 650,000 according to the most recent Federal Census to construct buildings, improvements and structures to be used in its park or fairgrounds for exhibitions, concessions and entertainment, to acquire land therefor, and to acquire, repair, improve and enlarge buildings and structures for such uses.
SJR 17 58-0 (1963)
Author: Spears, Jr., Franklin Scott
Relating to proposing a constitutional amendment reducing the period of time for issuance of bonds and notes for buildings and other permanent improvements by designated State institutions of higher learning, to be secured by the State ad valorem tax on property of Five Cents (5¢) on the Hundred Dollars ($100) valuation now levied, and providing for expiration of the tax upon payment of all such bonds and notes.
HB 104 57-0 (1961)
Author: Roberts, Wesley Brownlee
Relating to authorizing certain counties and cities jointly to own, construct, equip, enlarge and maintain a building to be used for city, county and other public purposes.
HB 403 57-0 (1961)
Author: Spears, Jr., Franklin Scott
Relating to authorizing the commissioners court of certain counties to appoint a county building inspector and assistants; providing for the issuance of building permits by such inspector; prescribing penalties for failure to secure permits.
HB 718 57-0 (1961)
Author: Huebner, Sr., John A.
Relating to providing for construction of additional floors for the State Insurance Building and the second State Office Building; completion of State Archives and Library Building; granting authority for the limited use and improvements on Capital grounds to provide passageways and walks to new buildings; authorizing the Building Commission to rent unused properties.
HB 741 57-0 (1961)
Author: Woods, Henry Jackson "Jack"
Relating to requiring building permits for the building, erection or construction of any building or other structure or improvements to any existing structure and for the moving of buildings; making the violation of this Act a misdemeanor and fixing penalties.
HB 973 57-0 (1961)
Author: Guffey, Lloyd Myron
Relating to amending a certain Act providing for the mandatory appointment of building inspectors responsible to the State Building Commission.
SB 19 57-0 (1961)
Author: Smith, Preston Earnest
Relating to authorizing certain counties and cities jointly to own, construct, equip, enlarge and maintain a building to be used for city, county and other public purposes.
SB 201 57-0 (1961)
Author: Smith, Preston Earnest
Relating to amending a certain Statute to authorize the governing board of any junior college district or union junior college district to acquire land for buildings and other structures and for additions to existing buildings and other structures by eminent domain.
SB 220 57-0 (1961)
Author: Herring, Charles | et. al.
Relating to requiring building permits for the building, erection or construction of any building or other structure or improvements to any existing structure and for the moving of building; excluding buildings or structures located within the corporate limits of any incorporated city or town having a building permit code form the provisions of this Act; providing for the issuance of permits by the County Assessor/Collector; providing a fee for permits; making the violation of this Act a misdemeanor and fixing penalties.
SB 313 57-0 (1961)
Author: Roberts, Herbert Ray | et. al.
Relating to providing for the planning, design, construction and equipping of additional floors for the State Insurance Building and the second State Office Building; providing for the completion and equipping of the State Archives and Library Building; providing funds for such purposes; granting authority for the limited use and improvements on Capitol grounds to provide passageways and walks to new buildings.
SB 443 57-0 (1961)
Author: Parkhouse, George M.
Relating to authorizing any county having in excess of nine hundred thousand (900,000) population according to the most recent Federal Census to issue bonds for the purposes of erecting and equipping a courthouse and jail and county branch office buildings and acquiring sites therefor.
HB 67 57-1 (1961)
Author: Cowen, Warren C. "Red" | et. al.
Relating to amending a certain Act to promote health and safety by regulating construction standards of mobile homes; providing for establishment of standards; conferring powers and duties of enforcement upon the State Department of Health; providing for penalties.
HB 40 57-3 (1962)
Author: Cowen, Warren C. "Red" | et. al.
Relating to promoting health and safety by regulating construction standards of mobile homes; designating the State Department of Health as the enforcement agency; appropriating moneys collected to the State Department of Health for expenditure in the enforcement of this Act; providing penalties for violation.
SB 63 57-3 (1962)
Author: Spears, Jr., Franklin Scott
Relating to requiring building permits for the building, erection or construction of any building or other structure or improvements to any existing structure and for the moving of building, the total value of which building, structure or improvement is in excess of Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00); excluding buildings or structures located within the corporate limits of any incorporated city or town having a building permit code from the provisions of this Act; providing for the issuance of permits by the County Assessor/Collector; providing a fee for permits; making the violation of this Act a misdemeanor and fixing penalties.
HB 735 56-0 (1959)
Author: Huebner, Sr., John A. | et. al.
Relating to amending certain acts so as to authorize the expenditure from unobligated pre-existing appropriations out of the State Building Fund of an amount not to exceed One Hundred Thirty Five Thousand Dollars ($135,000) for the purpose of furnishing and equipping the Supreme Court Building and for moving certain judicial agencies to said building.
HB 877 56-0 (1959)
Author: Cannon, Joe Barnett
Relating to providing for orderly planning of buildings constructed by the State, estimates of cost thereof, adequate inspection of construction work in progress and a central system of performance records.
HJR 36 56-0 (1959)
Author: McKay, Jr., James A. | et. al.
Proposing an amendment reducing the period of time for issuance of bonds and notes for buildings and other permanent improvements by designated State institutions of higher learning, to be secured by the State ad valorem tax on property of Five Cents ($0.05) on the One Hundred Dollars ($100) valuation now levied, and providing for expiration of the tax upon payment of all such bonds and notes.
SB 149 56-0 (1959)
Author: Hazlewood, Grady
Relating to providing for a State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers Building.
SB 322 56-0 (1959)
Author: Herring, Charles
Relating to repealing Statutes not longer applicable to Board of Control's Division of Design and Construction.
SB 369 56-0 (1959)
Author: Martin, Crawford Collins
Relating to providing for the orderly development and inspection of buildings constructed by the State.
HB 34 55-0 (1957)
Author: Pipkin, Maurice Snow "Pip" | et. al.
Relating to the construction, acquisition and equipment of buildings and other plant facilities by junior college districts.
HB 122 55-0 (1957)
Author: Strickland, Robert L. "Bob" | et. al.
Relating to repealing certain Statutes; providing for the giving of the usual penal bond for public works with the additional obligation that such contractor shall promptly make payments to all persons supplying him with labor, services or materials and providing the requirements as to sureties, and defining the duties, rights and obligations of contractors, sureties and all those parties furnishing labor, services or materials for public jobs.
HB 429 55-0 (1957)
Author: Russell, Jr., Raymond R. | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the State Building Commission to locate, construct and equip a building for the State Library and State Archives.
HB 453 55-0 (1957)
Author: Cotten, James M.
Relating to providing for the orderly planning and inspection of buildings constructed by the State; defining the powers and duties of the Board of Control and its Division of Design and Construction in connection therewith.
HB 813 55-0 (1957)
Author: Sanders, Jr., Harold Barefoot
Relating to providing for the acquisition of certain lands, buildings and structures; providing for the construction of buildings, structures and other permanent improvements, equipping, operating and maintaining such buildings.
HB 814 55-0 (1957)
Author: Sanders, Jr., Harold Barefoot
Relating to authorizing the acquisition of sites, construction, equipping, and maintenance of buildings by the State Building Commission for the use and benefit of the Texas Employment Commission and the Board of Insurance Commissioners.
HB 824 55-0 (1957)
Author: Myatt, Ted W.
Relating to authorizing the Commissioner of the General Land Office to issue permits to persons, firms or corporations for the construction of certain structures or excavations in the tide waters of this State upon terms and conditions and after prescribed application, notice, hearing and other procedures.
SB 52 55-0 (1957)
Author: Hudson, Hubert R.
Relating to the construction, acquisition and equipment of buildings and other plant facilities by junior college districts.
SB 153 55-0 (1957)
Author: Martin, Crawford Collins
Relating to providing for the orderly planning and inspection of buildings constructed by the State; defining the powers and duties of the Board of Control and its Division of Design and Construction in connection therewith; authorizing the chief of said Division to condemn any state building which he finds unsafe or hazardous.
HB 251 54-0 (1955)
Author: Cooper, Jr., J. W. | et. al.
Relating to the construction, acquisition, and equipment of buildings and other structures and additions to buildings and other structures by the Board of Regents of the several junior colleges districts heretofore or hereafter organized; providing for the fixing of fees for the use thereof and other revenue producing buildings, structures and other property.
HB 502 54-0 (1955)
Author: Carr, Waggoner | et. al.
Relating to the construction, acquisition and equipment of buildings and other structures and additions to buildings and other structures by the Board of Regents of the University of Texas, the Board of Directors of the Texas Agricultural and Mechanical College System, the Board of Directors of Texas Technological College, the Board of Regents of the State Teachers Colleges, etc.
HJR 15 54-0 (1955)
Author: Smith, Max Carlton | et. al.
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Texas by amending Article VII, Sections 17 and 18, providing a method of payment for the construction and equipment of buildings and other permanent improvements at state institutions of higher learning and repealing Section 4 of Chapter 330, Acts, Regular Session, Fifty-Third Legislature; and proposing an amendment to Article VII of the Constitution of the State of Texas by adding a new section after Section 11 thereof to be designated as Section 11a, providing for the improved support of The University of Texas and The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas from a source other than tax revenue by providing for the broader investment of the Permanent University Fund in corporate bonds and stocks under certain conditions and limitations; providing for an election and the issuance of a proclamation therefor.
SB 67 54-0 (1955)
Author: Fuller, Jep S.
Relating to amending certain Acts relating to Lamar State College of Technology and Texas Southern University; authorizing appropriations in certain instances.
SB 108 54-0 (1955)
Author: Shireman, William H.
Relating to the construction, acquisition, and equipment of buildings and other structures and additions to buildings and other structures by the Board of Regents of the several Junior College Districts heretofore or hereafter organized; providing for the fixing of fees for the use thereof and other revenue producing buildings, structures and other property; providing for the issuance of negotiable revenue bonds and notes for certain purposes and providing for the securing of such obligations, and providing ans assuring the adequacy of such pledged income; containing a severance clause; enacting other provisions related to the subject.
SB 208 54-0 (1955)
Author: Latimer, Oswald E. "Ozzie"
Relating to authorizing the Texas Prison Board to construct buildings at Goree, Ramsey No. 1, Ramsey No. 2, and Central No. 2, and to make the necessary contracts; making an appropriation of funds available in a special State Treasury account to be expended for such construction.
SB 359 54-0 (1955)
Author: Corbin, Sr., Kilmer B.
Relating to the construction, acquisition, improvement and equipment of buildings and other structures and additions to buildings and other structures by the Board of Regents of the University of Texas, the Board of Directors of the Texas Agricultural and Mechanical College System, the Board of Directors of Texas Technological College, the Board of Regents of the State Teachers Colleges, the Board of Regents of the Texas State College for Women, the Board of Directors of the College of Arts and Industries, the Board of Regents of North Texas State College, the Board of Regents of Texas Southern University and the Board of Regents of Lamar State College of Technology; providing for the fixing of fees for the use thereof and other revenue producing buildings, structures and other property; providing for the issuance of negotiable bonds and notes for the construction or acquisition of buildings and structures and additions to buildings and structures and the acquisition of land therefor.
HB 276 53-0 (1953)
Author: Perry, Wilbur W.
Relating to amending certain Acts by providing for the construction of dormitories or the addition to existing dormitories at the Tarleton State College.
HB 810 53-0 (1953)
Author: Elliott, William Marshall "Bill" | et. al.
Relating to amending certain Statutes by providing for the proper construction of scaffolds on buildings, tanks, towers, vessels, or other structures, for the protection of workmen.
SB 46 53-0 (1953)
Author: Fuller, Jep S. | et. al.
Relating to eliminating the disadvantage to Lamar State College of Technology, Beaumont, Texas, and Texas Southern University, Houston, Texas, occasioned by their exclusion from the benefits of the State tax to finance buildings at State institutions of higher learning; authorizing the issuance of bonds or warrants by the respective governing bodies of said institutions to provide buildings and other permanent improvements.
SB 198 53-0 (1953)
Author: Aikin, Jr., A.M.
Relating to amending certain Acts by authorizing the use of certain unexpended balances in the Operator's and Chauffeur's License Fund for constructing and equipping a physical plant for the Texas Department of Public Safety; making an appropriation.
SB 265 53-0 (1953)
Author: Bracewell, Jr., Joseph Searcy
Relating to financing the completion of construction of buildings and other permanent improvements for the M.D. Anderson Hospital for Cancer Research, and to the equipment and furnishing of such buildings.
HB 22 53-1 (1954)
Author: Gillham, James O. | et. al.
Relating to amending certain laws authorizing independent school districts or common school districts and cities which have assumed the control of public schools situated therein to build or purchase buildings and grounds located within or without the district or city, for the purpose of constructing gymnasia, stadia, or other recreational facilities.
HB 48 53-1 (1954)
Author: Joseph, Jr., Thomas R. "Tom" | et. al.
Relating to providing for constructing and equipping additional buildings for the Waco State Home at Waco, Texas; providing for the appropriation for constructing and equipping said buildings and expenses incidental thereto.
HB 383 52-0 (1951)
Author: Miller, Jr., William Andrew
Relating to requiring building permits in counties having a population in excess of seven hundred thousand (700,000), according to the last preceding Federal Census, for the building, erection or construction of any building or other structures or improvements to any existing structure and for the moving of buildings; excluding buildings or structures located within the corporate limits of any incorporated city or town from the provisions of this Act; providing for the issuance of permits by the tax collector; providing a fee for permits; making the violation of this Act a misdemeanor and fixing penalties.
HB 701 52-0 (1951)
Author: Blount, Ralph E. "Peppy"
Relating to amending certain acts so as to provide that any bonds or notes issued hereunder shall bear interest at the rate not to exceed six per cent (6%) per annum and shall finally mature not more than forty (40) years from date.
HB 774 52-0 (1951)
Author: Swindell, William Agnew "Bill"
Relating to authorizing the State Board of Control to construct and equip a building to house and for the use of the Texas Liquor Control Board upon a tract of land 150 feet wide, fronting on West Sixth Street, City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, and extending back between parallel lines a distance of 300 feet, a part of the George W. Spear League and a part of the tract conveyed to the State of Texas by the John B. Hood Camp of Confederate Veterans by deed recorded in Volume 144 Page 430-2, of the Travis County Deed Records, now owned by the State of Texas; making appropriation therefor.
SB 306 52-0 (1951)
Author: Hardeman, Dorsey B.
Relating to amending certain acts so as to authorize the pledging of unused revenues from income producing buildings for the construction of additions to said buildings or the construction of any other buildings, and the purchase of the necessary sites therefor, and providing that any subsequent issue of revenue bonds or notes shall be inferior to any outstanding revenue bonds or notes.
HB 4 51-0 (1949)
Author: Daniel, William Partlow "Bill" | et. al.
Relating to providing for the construction of two State buildings to be known and designed for use as the "State Courts and Records Building" and the "State Office Building".
HB 74 51-0 (1949)
Author: Blount, Ralph E. "Peppy" | et. al.
Relating to amending Statutes relating to construction of buildings at the Texas State Prison System.
HB 86 51-0 (1949)
Author: Spacek, Rudolph B. | et. al.
Relating to providing for the supervision and construction of two (2) State buildings; providing for the wrecking and removal of Watson Office Building, and the repairing and reconditioning of quarters now occupied by certain Courts of Texas, and removal of law libraries of said Courts.
HB 382 51-0 (1949)
Author: King, Samuel Leslie
Relating to authorizing Commissioners Courts to purchase, build, construct, or otherwise acquire county office buildings, additional county jail facilities, and detention homes for delinquent children; providing for payment thereof.
HB 496 51-0 (1949)
Author: Bryan, Sr., Jack C.
Relating to establish and regulate a Standard State School Building Code Commission and a State School Plant Division in the State Department of Education for protection of life, health, safety and the general welfare; providing for the appointment of personnel and tenure of appointees in such Commission and Division.
HB 543 51-0 (1949)
Author: Cannon, Oscar E.
Relating to authorizing Commissioners Courts to purchase, build, or construct buildings and other permanent improvements to be used for annual exhibits of horticultural and agricultural products, and/or livestock and mineral products of the county, and providing for the location and payment therefor.
HB 545 51-0 (1949)
Author: Heflin, James McDonald
Relating to authorizing the Board of Directors to erect, equip and acquire certain buildings for Texas State University for Negroes.
HB 568 51-0 (1949)
Author: McDaniel, Vernon | et. al.
Relating to amending the Texas Fire Escape Law relating to definitions of "story," "fireproof," etc.
HB 676 51-0 (1949)
Author: Wood, Bill D.
Relating to authorizing any city having less than sixty thousand (60,000) population which is operating under a home rule charter, and which city on January 1, 1949, owned and was operating a public parking lots, to issue revenue bonds for permanent improvements to such lots; containing a severability provision.
HB 805 51-0 (1949)
Author: Cannon, Oscar E.
Relating to authorizing Commissioners Courts to purchase sites and construct office buildings, jails and agriculture buildings in certain counties; providing this Act shall be cumulative; and providing this Act shall be severable.
HB 814 51-0 (1949)
Author: Stockard, Jerry Todd
Relating to authorizing Boards of Trustees or Boards of Regents of Texas Public Junior Colleges to erect dormitories, cottages or stadiums to be self-liquidating from revenues earned form same, authorizing the execution of notes and bonds therefor, and providing in addition to revenues earned by said improvements to allow in the event of an emergency supplementing same from not exceeding twenty-five (25%) per cent of local funds and authorizing the respective Boards of said Institutions to do any and all things necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act.
HJR 3 51-0 (1949)
Author: Norton, Jr., James L.
Proposing an Amendment to Article VII of the Constitution of the State of Texas by providing a method of payment for the construction and equipment of buildings and other permanent improvements for State institutions of higher learning; providing for Governor's proclamation; providing for an election and making appropriation therefor.
SB 97 51-0 (1949)
Author: Kelly, Keith F.
Relating to amending a previous Act, authorizing Texas Prison Board to approve its own building plans.
SB 281 51-0 (1949)
Author: Moore, W.T. "Bill"
Relating to establish and regulate a Standard State School Building Code Commission and a State School Plant Division in the State Department of Education for protection of life, health, safety and the general welfare.
SB 362 51-0 (1949)
Author: Kelley, Rogers
Relating to authorize Commissioners' Courts to purchase, build or construct buildings and other permanent improvements to be used for annual and agricultural products, and/or livestock and mineral products of the county, and providing for the location and payment therefor.
HB 192 50-0 (1947)
Author: Spacek, Rudolph B. | et. al.
Relating to providing for the construction and location of a State Court Building.
HB 237 50-0 (1947)
Author: Parkhouse, George M. | et. al.
Relating to amending a previous Act, authorizing, empowering and directing the State Board of Control to erect and maintain the Dallas State Hospital within not more than five (5) miles from the City limits of Dallas, Dallas County, Texas, the same being composed of the Dallas Psychopathic Hospital and the State Cancer and Pellagra Hospital.
HB 302 50-0 (1947)
Author: Fertsch, Marvin D. | et. al.
Relating to making an appropriation to the Texas Library and Historical Commission for the purpose of repairing, remodeling and equipping the quarters of the Texas State Library, and for the purchase of microfilms and microfilm equipment and the employment of necessary additional personnel.
HB 378 50-0 (1947)
Author: Atkinson, Henry L. | et. al.
Relating to providing for the supervision and construction of an apartment and office building on grounds to be acquired under the provisions of this Act for the use of members of the Legislature and their families and for other purposes; and making an appropriation for said purpose.
HB 572 50-0 (1947)
Author: Kirkpatrick, Ernest Ray | et. al.
Relating to amending a previous Act, authorizing the State Board of Control to construct modern facilities at the Austin Farm Colony for the care, hospitalization, maintenance, and training of preferably non-ambulatory feeble-minded children between the ages of two (2) and six (6) years; providing a repealing clause; providing a saving clause.
HB 644 50-0 (1947)
Author: Moore, Sr., Carlton
Relating to providing for the selection of a site for establishment of a hospital for insane people who have been or may be convicted of crime; authorizing and directing the State Board of Control to provide plans and specifications for such hospital and enter into contract for its construction; making an appropriation for the construction and operation thereof by and under the direction of the Board of Control; providing for appointment, qualification and compensation of employees; repealing conflicting laws.
HB 746 50-0 (1947)
Author: Zivley, Lamar A.
Relating to the construction of a memorial shrine building at Temple, Texas, honoring the 36th Division of the United States Army.
HB 833 50-0 (1947)
Author: McLellan, Charles Samuel | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the State Board of Health to accept gifts and contributions from the Federal Government and from individuals, firms and corporations for the purpose of constructing a Medical Research Laboratory in the city of Austin.
HB 864 50-0 (1947)
Author: Edwards, Jr., Britton T.
Relating to authorizing individuals, firms and corporations to construct and build improvements in Garner State Park and to charge for the use of such improvements, providing that upon receipt of revenues from such improvements sufficient to repay the investment made therein, with reasonable interest, not to exceed six per cent (6%) per annum, the said improvement shall revert and become the property of said Park; repealing all laws and parts of laws in conflict herewith.
HJR 1 50-0 (1947)
Author: Lock, Ottis E. | et. al.
Relating to proposing a constitutional amendment to provide a method of payment for the construction and equipment of buildings and other permanent improvements at state institutions of higher learning.
HJR 8 50-0 (1947)
Author: Smith, Preston Earnest
Relating to proposing a constitutional amendment to create a permanent University Trust Fund Commission and authorizing the issuance of bonds for the purpose of constructing, equipping, or acquiring buildings and permanent improvements for the State owned schools of higher learning.
SB 160 50-0 (1947)
Author: Brown, Buster
Relating to making an appropriation to pay deficiency appropriations granted to John Tarleton Agricultural College pursuant to deficiency authorization by the Governor of Texas on August 31, 1937, and for which no appropriations have heretofore been made.
SJR 4 50-0 (1947)
Author: Kelly, Keith F. | et. al.
Proposing an amendment providing a method of payment for the construction and equipment of buildings and other permanent improvements at state institutions of higher learning.
SJR 7 50-0 (1947)
Author: Parrish, Sterling J.
Proposing an amendment creating a permanent University Trust Fund Commission and authorizing the issuance of bonds not to exceed Thirty-seven Million Dollars.
SB 351 49-0 (1945)
Author: Lanning, Royston Conrad "Doc"
Relating to amending certain Acts relating to appropriations for buildings used for non-remunerative purposes at State institutions of higher learning.
HB 43 48-0 (1943)
Author: Isaacks, Samuel Jackson "Sam"
Relating to validating, confirming, approving and legalizing all warrants heretofore authorized and issued by any County for the purpose of constructing a livestock and agricultural exhibition building within said County where such livestock and agricultural exhibition building has been constructed.
SB 441 45-0 (1937)
Author: Sulak, Louis J.
Relating to authorizing the Board of Trustees of La Grange Independent School District, Fayette County, Texas, to compensate L.J. Rose for services rendered to said district.
SB 505 45-0 (1937)
Author: Collie, Wilbourne Bailey
Relating to permitting two-teacher school districts to vote bonds to build teacherages.
HB 946 44-0 (1935)
Author: Dunlap, Thomas J.
Relating to amending a certain Section of the Acts of the 43rd Legislature (2nd C.S.); pledging revenues of existing structures and buildings of institutions of higher learning for construction of new buildings.
HB 129 44-1 (1935)
Author: Hofheinz, Roy Mark | et. al.
Relating to empowering cities of two hundred and ninety thousand (290,000) or more inhabitants to build and purchase, mortgage and encumber exposition and convention halls or either and the income thereof and to evidence the obligations therefor by bonds, notes or warrants and to secure the payment of funds to purchase same or to remodel, renovate or repair same.
HB 110 44-2 (1935)
Author: Hankamer, Harold Monroe | et. al.
Relating to authorizing and empowering all cities and towns, including Home Rule cities, to build and purchase, to mortgage and encumber certain projects.
SB 18 44-2 (1935)
Author: Woodruff, Henry Grady | et. al.
Relating to making more specific the application of the Act to the building of libraries, more specific the application of the Act to the building of libraries, student activity buildings, gymnasia, athletic buildings and stadia.
HB 772 43-0 (1933)
Author: Nicholson, Carl Edmund | et. al.
Relating to validating all proceedings and acts of the Commissioners Courts of such counties in elections held for the purpose of authorizing bonds to erect an office building and/or jail; validating all bonds, voted, authorized, and/or issued, validating all tax levies made in behalf of such bond issuances.
HB 847 43-0 (1933)
Author: Harman, William Murdock | et. al.
Relating to making an appropriation of the sum of $5,074.16 (five thousand, seventy-four dollars and sixteen cents), or so much thereof as may be necessary, out of the County and Road District Highway Fund of the State of Texas, to pay the expenses incurred in the administration of certain statute.
HB 194 43-1 (1933)
Author: Holland, Robert H. | et. al.
Relating to authorizing certain independent school districts to receive donations of cash and donations of land upon which to build, erect and construct buildings in which its junior colleges may be maintained and operated and wherein an additional two years college work may be taught so as to constitute a university.
SB 80 43-1 (1933)
Author: Hornsby, John William
Relating to authorizing the Board of Regents of the University of Texas to execute Bond in a sum not in excess of One Million Two Hundred Thousand ($1,200,000.00) Dollars, to obtain funds with which to complete the Main Building of the University of Texas.
SB 98 43-1 (1933)
Author: Rawlings, Frank H.
Relating to authorizing the Board of Directors of the Texas Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas to purchase, acquire and construct permanent improvements, including dormitories, stadiums, and athletic fields, and for the improvement of such structures heretofore erected, providing for the equipping and furnishing of the same.
SB 25 43-2 (1934)
Author: Moore, Joseph M. "Joe" | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the Board of Regents of the University of Texas to complete the construction, furnishing and equipment of the administration and library building, and for the payment of the cost thereof to issue its negotiable notes or bonds payable solely from revenues from grazing and other surface leases of University lands, and to pledge such revenues to such purpose.
SB 12 43-3 (1934)
Author: Beck, John W. E. H. | et. al.
Relating to making certain emergency appropriations out of the general revenue of the State of Texas for certain State Eleemosynary Institutions for providing enlarged facilities for the care of additional patients and inmates and the maintenance and support in said institutions.
HB 67 43-4 (1934)
Author: Pope, Walter Elmer "Uncle Elmer"
Relating to authorizing certain cities and towns to build, construct, enlarge, encumber or purchase municipal boathouses, and boat piling protections, and wharfs, docks, walks, ways, walls, bulkheads and fills in connection with and in aid of the use of such boathouses, and boat piling protections.
HB 77 43-4 (1934)
Author: Jones, Walter E. | et. al.
Relating to authorizing County Commissioners Courts to purchase materials for the purpose of aiding and cooperating with the agencies of the State and Federal Governments in the construction of buildings for the purpose of housing canneries and canning factories where appropriations have been or may hereafter be made out of the Federal and State funds set aside for the relief of the unemployed and needy people in the State of Texas.
SB 587 42-0 (1931)
Author: Loy, Jacob Jackson "Jake"
Relating to amending certain Statutes to provide for protection for workmen on buildings and for temporary flooring in buildings more than three stories in height.
SB 588 42-0 (1931)
Author: Loy, Jacob Jackson "Jake"
Relating to amending certain Statutes to provide for protection for workmen on buildings and for temporary floorings in buildings more than three stories in height.
SB 62 41-1 (1929)
Author: Miller, Eugene
Relating to authorizing the Board of Regents of the College of Industrial Arts to make contracts for the erection of dormitories.
HB 71 41-2 (1929)
Author: Dunlap, Edwin Donald "Ed" | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the Board of Directors of The Texas College of Arts and Industries to make contracts for the erection of dormitories, to purchase or lease lands and other appurtenances for dormitories, to make contracts for the collection and disposition of the revenue derived from dormitories.
SB 82 41-2 (1929)
Author: Parrish, Pinkney L. "Pink"
Relating to authorizing the Board of Directors of the Texas Technological College to acquire, operate and manage three boys dormitories and two girls dormitories at the School and to furnish and equip the same.
SB 138 41-2 (1929)
Author: Miller, Eugene
Relating to authorizing the Board of Regents of the College of Industrial Arts to make contracts for the erection of dormitories.
SB 173 41-2 (1929)
Author: Gainer, Charles Salter
Relating to authorizing the Board of Directors of the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas to purchase, acquire and construct permanent improvements, including dormitories, stadiums, and athletic fields, and for the improvement of such structures heretofore erected.
SB 195 41-2 (1929)
Author: Neal, Mary Elizabeth "Margie"
Relating to making an appropriation for the benefit of James School District No. 52 in Shelby County, Texas, on account of recent destruction of the school property in said District; directing the expenditure of said money.
SB 90 41-5 (1930)
Author: Miller, Eugene
Relating to authorizing the Board of Regents of the College of Industrial Arts to erect and equip and make contracts for the erection and equipping of dormitories and other improvements on the campus or other real estate purchased or leased for the purpose.
HB 399 40-0 (1927)
Author: Jacks, Nathaniel Green
Relating to repealing certain articles of the Revised Statutes of the State, 1925 requiring buildings owned by the State, City, or County should be required to place fire escapes.
SB 305 40-0 (1927)
Author: Fairchild, I. D.
Relating to providing for the erection of a building located in the City of Austin with rooms for the use of members of the Legislature for living quarters and offices, and also for offices and space for the courts, departments, officers and employees of the State government.
HB 246 39-0 (1925)
Author: Westbrook, Jr., Joseph Robert | et. al.
Relating to setting aside all interest and income from the University permanent fund and lands for the purpose of constructing permanent improvements on the campus of the University of Texas or at its branches, declaring void any contract for the expenditure of said funds for any other purpose, by including in the funds that may be used for such construction of permanent improvement all income proceeds of all mineral leases on University lands now in the State Treasury or hereafter received from such leases.
House: Public Lands and Buildings
SB 158 39-0 (1925)
Author: Moore, W. S.
Relating to amending certain statute relating to fire escapes of buildings so as to exclude certain public buildings from the provisions thereof.
Senate: State Affairs
SB 199 39-0 (1925)
Author: Witt, Edgar E.
Relating to amending certain statute so as to authorize the formation of private corporations with the power to design, purchase and sell building material products and furnishings.
Senate: State Affairs
HB 34 38-0 (1923)
Author: Edwards, Will C.
Relating to making an appropriation of three hundred thousand ($300,000) to build and equip an Administration Building at North Texas Normal College, Denton, Texas.
HB 35 38-0 (1923)
Author: Edwards, Will C.
Relating to making an emergency appropriation to enlarge and make adequate the central heating and power plant, to put a new roof on, repair and paint the Administration Building and to put a new roof on, repair, and paint the Household Arts Building of the College of Industrial Arts.
HB 131 38-0 (1923)
Author: Westbrook, Jr., Joseph Robert
Relating to setting aside the interest and income from the University permanent fund and lands for the purpose of constructing permanent improvements on the campus of the University or its branches, declaring void any contract for the expenditure of said funds for any other purposes, repealing all laws in conflict herewith.
HB 142 38-0 (1923)
Author: Rountree, Lee J.
Relating to appropriating the sum of one hundred thousand dollars out of the revenues of the State, for the erection of an administration building for the Extension Service of the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas, and the sum of fifteen thousand dollars out of the general revenues of the State for the repair and remodeling of Gathright Hall.
HB 410 38-0 (1923)
Author: Burmeister, Frank H. | et. al.
Relating to requiring the erection of adequate fire escapes on certain classes of three or more story buildings now or hereafter constructed in this State.
SB 265 38-0 (1923)
Author: Witt, Edgar E. | et. al.
Relating to requiring the erection of adequate fire escapes on certain classes of three or more story buildings now or hereafter constructed in this state.
HB 27 37-0 (1921)
Author: Rosser, Mark E.
Regulating to a certain Act regarding the authorization of the erection and maintenance of apartments and rooming on the old capitol grounds in the City of Austin for the use of the State Senate and Representatives.
SB 39 37-0 (1921)
Author: Bledsoe, William Harrison
Relating to amending a certain Act regarding statutes on fire escapes in certain industrial plants where fireproof buildings have been constructed.
SB 206 37-0 (1921)
Author: Russell, John A.
Relating to fire escapes required of owners and lessees of certain buildings, etc.
HB 127 36-0 (1919)
Author: Murphy, Sr., Charles Alfred
Relating to protecting those engaged in the erection or construction of buildings three or more stories in height, from falling through joists, and from falling planks, bricks, rivets or any other substance whereby life and limb is endangered, prescribing the method of protection, and placing the responsibility for carrying out the provision of this Act; prescribing a penalty.
SB 82 36-0 (1919)
Author: McNealus, James Clayton
Relating to the formation of corporations to contract for, erect, or construct improvements or structures, and acquire, sell, or prepare materials used therein.
SB 289 36-0 (1919)
Author: Hertzberg, Harry
Relating to protecting those engaged in the erection or construction of buildings three or more stories in height, from falling through joists and from falling planks, bricks, rivets or any other substance whereby life and limb is endangered, prescribing the method of protection, and placing the responsibility for carrying out the provisions of this Act; prescribing a penalty.
House: Labor Senate: Commerce and Manufactures
HB 22 35-0 (1917)
Author: Robertson, J. Ben
Relating to the erection of a new building to be known as the State Judiciary Building in the city of Austin.
HB 73 35-0 (1917)
Author: Burton, Charles A.
Relating to requiring the erection of fire escapes on certain buildings; creating and defining offenses in violation of this Act, prescribing the punishment therefor.
HB 85 35-0 (1917)
Author: Burton, Charles A. | et. al.
Relating to requiring the employment of citizens of the United States on public work, providing that violation render all contracts with the State, county, or municipality void.
HB 103 35-0 (1917)
Author: Dudley, Richard M. | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the construction of and making an appropriation for the construction of a main building, chemical laboratory building, dormitory and power house for the School of Mines, located in El Paso, Texas.
HB 348 35-0 (1917)
Author: Thompson, R. D.
Relating to fixing and regulating what shall constitute a day's work in all building trades, and regulating the rights and extent of contract between employers and employees; fixing a penalty.
HB 501 35-0 (1917)
Author: Denton, James T. | et. al.
Relating to making appropriation to cover the cost of permanent building and equipment of same, for the use of the Texas State Quarantine Service at Sabine, Texas.
HB 534 35-0 (1917)
Author: Valentine, I. T.
Relating to requiring the roofs of all buildings in certain cities and sides and tops of all dormer windows of all buildings to be constructed of non-combustible material as prescribed by the State Fire Marshall; fixing penalties.
HB 849 35-0 (1917)
Author: Mendell, Jr., George W. | et. al.
Relating to making an emergency appropriation of the necessary money to restore the roof and to repair the damage to what is know as the Old Hospital Building at the Confederate Home in Austin, the roof of which was destroyed and the building damaged by fire on the 17th day of March, 1917.
SB 123 35-0 (1917)
Author: Decherd, Jr., Edmond Anderson
Relating to making an emergency appropriation for the cost of construction of a fire-proof dormitory; to supplement the present available appropriation for the erection of a power plant, and to provide for the maintenance, support and direction of the summer school at the Agricultural & Mechanical College of Texas for the fiscal year ending August 31, 1917.
SB 133 35-0 (1917)
Author: Caldwell, Walter Douglass | et. al.
Relating to making an appropriation to construct and complete necessary buildings for the new Texas School for the Blind, and to build necessary fences, walks and drives, and to beautify the grounds, and to furnish all necessary apparatus, equipment and furniture, and to pay the expenses of moving in order to have said school ready for occupancy.
SB 178 35-0 (1917)
Author: Hudspeth, Claude Benton | et. al.
Relating to the protection of those engaged in the erection or construction of buildings; prescribing a penalty.
SB 213 35-0 (1917)
Author: Johnston, Rienzi Melville
Relating to constructing the Legislative Office Building on certain land; making an appropriation.
HB 62 34-0 (1915)
Author: Lewelling, Dwight Lyman | et. al.
Relating to protecting employees engaged in the erection or construction of buildings three or more stories in height; prescribing a penalty.
HB 387 34-0 (1915)
Author: McMillin, Dan Scott | et. al.
Relating to providing for the erection and equipment of fireproof office building for accommodation of certain departments of the State government.
HB 575 34-0 (1915)
Author: Wagstaff, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to amending certain laws providing for the construction, maintenance and operation of warehouses.
HB 633 34-0 (1915)
Author: Tilson, Thomas J. "Tile"
Relating to making an appropriation for payment for the wings on the permanent fire-proof building to replace the main building of the West Texas State Normal College at Canyon, TX.
SB 50 34-0 (1915)
Author: Townsend, Jr., William J. "Jim"
Relating to making it compulsory to provide adequate fire escape, upon all buildings of over two stories in height, used now or hereafter, wholly or in part as a seminary, college, academy, school house, dormitory, lodging house, hotel or hospital, for the accomodation of transient guests, manufactory, wholesale, retail or department store, or in any place in which five or more persons shall be assembled, other than a private residence.
SB 58 34-0 (1915)
Author: Hudspeth, Claude Benton
Relating to protecting those engaged in the erection or construction of buildings three or more stories in height from falling timbers; prescribing a penalty.
SB 133 34-0 (1915)
Author: Johnson, Willard Arnold
Relating to making appropriation to cover the cost of temporary buildings for the use of the West Texas State Normal College at Canyon, Texas, built in June, 1914.
SJR 21 34-0 (1915)
Author: Gibson, Flavius M.
Proposing a constitutional amendment eliminating prohibition against the levy of taxes or the appropriation of money from the general revenue for the erection of buildings at the University of Texas.
HB 24 33-0 (1913)
Author: Mangum, Edward P. | et. al.
Relating to regulating the lighting, heating, ventilation, sanitation and fire protection of public school building that shall be built in Texas at an expense of more than four hundred dollars.
HB 26 33-0 (1913)
Author: Wortham, Louis J.
Relating to prescribing additional duties for the State Inspector of Masonry, Public Buildings and Works, and providing for the appointments of assistants by him, defining their duties and fixing their compensation.
SB 39 33-1 (1913)
Author: Warren, Robert Lee
Relating to providing for the construction of necessary buildings for the University of Texas by the creation of the Building Fund out of the income of the permanent University endowment and other revenue producing funds; creating the Board of Building Commissioners.
SB 219 30-0 (1907)
Author: Green, Robert Berrien
Relating to authorizing corporations for erection of hotels, office buildings and apartment houses.
HB 572 26-0 (1899)
Relating to amending Article 148, Chapter 2, Revised Statutes of the State of Texas, relative to payment for construction or improvement of State asylums.
SB 8 26-1 (1900)
Relating to amending Section 7, of An Act to provide for the location and building of a branch asylum for the care and treatment of the epileptic insane of the State, and to make an appropriation therefor, approved February 9, 1899.
SB 316 22-0 (1891)
Relating to authorizing cities and towns to levy and collect taxes for the construction of public buildings, water works, sewers, improvements of roads and bridges, streets and other permanent improvements, to issue bonds.
HB 398 19-0 (1885)
Relating to authorizing cities and towns to levy and collect taxes for the erection, construction or purchase of public buildings, streets, sewers and other permanent improvements.
