HB 263
87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to rest breaks for employees of certain contractors with a governmental entity; providing an administrative penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 692
87-0 (2021)
Author: Shine, Hugh | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to retainage requirements for certain public works construction projects.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
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 863
87-0 (2021)
Author: Romero, Ramon
Relating to the prevailing wage for work associated with public work contracts; authorizing a penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1336
87-0 (2021)
Author: Pacheco, Leo
Relating to requiring state contractors and political subdivisions of this state to participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
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 1433
87-0 (2021)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to the payment of insurance deductibles for property insurance claims.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 1477
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bell, Keith | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to performance and payment bonds for public work contracts on public property leased to a nongovernmental entity.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 1485
87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to the regulation of elevator mechanics, elevator apprentices, and contractors; requiring an occupational registration.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 1505
87-0 (2021)
Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to attachments for broadband service on utility poles owned by an electric cooperative and establishing and funding a pole replacement program for deployment of certain broadband facilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1660
87-0 (2021)
Author: Pacheco, Leo
Relating to requiring state contractors and political subdivisions of this state to participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1679
87-0 (2021)
Author: Romero, Ramon
Relating to the survival of a mechanic's retainage lien after the foreclosure of a lien securing a construction loan.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1743
87-0 (2021)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to the protection of personal information sold by a state agency to a contractor; authorizing a civil penalty.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1834
87-0 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to a mineral contractor or subcontractor's lien to secure payment related to mineral activities.
House: Energy Resources
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2051
87-0 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al.
Relating to the requirement for payment bonds from certain public work contractors.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2086
87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales, EddieSponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to appeals from an interlocutory order denying a motion for summary judgment by certain contractors.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 2116
87-0 (2021)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.Sponsor: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to certain agreements by architects and engineers in or in connection with certain construction contracts.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2237
87-0 (2021)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to mechanic's, contractor's, or materialman's liens.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 1/1/22
HB 2524
87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the prohibition of certain discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity or expression; providing an administrative penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2621
87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the limitation on the amount of a subcontractor's lien for labor or materials.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 2823
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to requiring state contractors and political subdivisions of this state to participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify, and authorizing the suspension of certain licenses held by private employers for the knowing employment of persons not lawfully present in this state; authorizing a fee.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3149
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to drug testing and prescription drug policies and certain legal protections for employees and independent contractors of state agencies and political subdivisions and for other persons regarding the medical use of low-THC cannabis and hemp.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3308
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the formation of special districts for the purpose of storm mitigation and resiliency, energy, water, and indoor air utilizing private funding sources; providing thereto the ability of specific entities to use conduit financing; and establishing specific consumer protection provisions for residential property owners related to the program.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3416
87-0 (2021)
Author: Darby, DrewSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to disclosures regarding indemnification obligations and insurance coverage in connection with provision of services pertaining to wells or mines by certain subcontractors.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3422
87-0 (2021)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.
Relating to restrictions under disaster remediation contracts; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 3503
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lambert, Stan | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the correction or removal of certain obsolete provisions of the Property Code.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 3595
87-0 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to residential construction liability.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
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 3658
87-0 (2021)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to state agency contracting and state employees, officers, contractors, and other persons involved with the contracting.
House: State Affairs Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 3775
87-0 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to severance pay for political subdivision employees and independent contractors.
House: County Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 4086
87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to standards for and regulation of elevators, escalators, and similar equipment in single-family dwellings.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 4207
87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to private vendors for correctional facilities and services.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
HB 4437
87-0 (2021)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain counties to consider a prospective contractor's principal place of business when awarding certain contracts.
House: County Affairs
Received from the House
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 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 1014
87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to performance and payment bonds for public work contracts on public property leased to a nongovernmental entity.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1097
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to retainage requirements for certain public works construction projects.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1283
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to attachments for broadband service on utility poles owned by an electric cooperative.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 1599
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to disclosures regarding indemnification obligations and insurance coverage in connection with provision of services pertaining to wells or mines by certain subcontractors.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1756
87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the payment of insurance deductibles and release of insurance proceeds to contractors for property insurance claims.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1863
87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the regulation of elevator mechanics and contractors; requiring an occupational registration.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1928
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to requiring state contractors and political subdivisions of this state to participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify, and authorizing the suspension of certain licenses held by private employers for the knowing employment of unauthorized aliens; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1938
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the representation of parties in justice court cases and to the correction or removal of certain obsolete provisions of the Property Code.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 2002
87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the state historically underutilized business program; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 26
87-1 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to the requirement for payment bonds from certain public work contractors.
Filed
HB 28
86-0 (2019)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.
Relating to the prevailing wage for work associated with public work contracts; authorizing a penalty.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 169
86-0 (2019)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the requirement that contractors verify compliance with wage payment laws in governmental contracts with governmental entities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 589
86-0 (2019)
Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al.
Relating to mechanic's, contractor's, or materialman's liens; authorizing a fee; changing the eligibility for community supervision.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
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 1352
86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to requirements for vendors providing certain services involving computers to governmental entities.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1473
86-0 (2019)
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
Relating to disclosure of certain relationships with local government officers and vendors.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1522
86-0 (2019)
Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.
Relating to a prohibition against covenants not to compete for independent contractors in connection with oil and gas operations.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 1542
86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez, ArmandoSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to changes made by certain design-build contractors to the design-build team for transportation projects.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1728
86-0 (2019)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to rest breaks for employees of certain contractors with a governmental entity; providing an administrative penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
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 2103
86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a prohibition on contractors acting as public insurance adjusters in certain circumstances.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
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 2466
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to the regulation of contractors and equipment mechanics for elevators, escalators, and related equipment; requiring an occupational permit; authorizing a fee; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 2495
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the considerations when determining whether a person is an employee of a motor carrier or an independent contractor.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 2578
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, EdSponsor: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to toll collection and enforcement by private participants in certain comprehensive development agreements with the Texas Department of Transportation.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 2579
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Transportation to use the construction manager-at-risk project delivery method for state highway improvement projects.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 2752
86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to job order contracting.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 2856
86-0 (2019)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to restrictions under disaster remediation contracts; creating a criminal offense.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2886
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to the requirement for payment bonds from certain public work contractors.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2899
86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to civil liability and responsibility for defects in the plans, specifications, or other documents for the construction or repair of roads, highways, and related improvements.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 2901
86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, Jeff
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
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3087
86-0 (2019)
Author: Raney, John
Relating to responsibility for defects in the plans, specifications, or other documents for the construction or repair of highways, bridges, or real property.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 3498
86-0 (2019)
Author: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to mechanic's, contractor's, or materialman's liens.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 3834
86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, GiovanniSponsor: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the requirement that certain state and local government employees and state contractors complete a cybersecurity training program certified by the Department of Information Resources.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 4306
86-0 (2019)
Author: Biedermann, Kyle | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to border security infrastructure enhancement projects and the creation of a fund to pay for those projects; allocating the earnings on the balance of that fund and reimbursement of related expenditures; including a study on water retention infrastructure near the border.
House: State Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Considered in public hearing
HB 4609
86-0 (2019)
Author: Neave, Victoria
Relating to the consideration of sexual harassment claims against contractors in awarding certain state agency contracts.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
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 985
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to restrictions under disaster remediation contracts; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 986
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Phelan, Dade
Relating to contract management standards and information for contracts related to emergency management.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 1456
86-0 (2019)
Author: Flores, Peter
Relating to the requirement for performance bonds from certain public work contractors.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1866
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to civil liability and responsibility for defects in the plans, specifications, or other documents for the construction or repair of roads, highways, and related improvements.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 1917
86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the prevailing wage for work associated with public work contracts; authorizing a penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 18
85-0 (2017)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to oversight of and requirements applicable to state contracts and other state financial and accounting issues, including the delivery of certain Medicaid medical transportation program services; authorizing a fee.
House: Appropriations - S/C on Budget Transparency & Reform Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 665
85-0 (2017)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the requirement that contractors verify compliance with wage payment laws in contracts with public bodies.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1031
85-0 (2017)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to prohibiting the temporary closure of segments of the state highway system on days that certain scheduled events are being held.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 1142
85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting governmental contracts with a company doing business with Iran, Sudan, or a foreign terrorist organization.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1395
85-0 (2017)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the powers and duties of navigation districts, port authorities, and boards of trustees of municipal port facilities.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 1453
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to requiring state contractors and political subdivisions of this state to participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify, and authorizing the suspension of certain licenses held by private employers for the knowing employment of persons not lawfully present in this state; authorizing a fee.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
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 1528
85-0 (2017)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the powers and duties of navigation districts and port authorities.
House: Transportation
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1552
85-0 (2017)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to job order contracting for an airport, air navigation facility, airport hazard area, or roadway controlled and operated by a joint airport board.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
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 2503
85-0 (2017)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to the use of sales tax revenue collected under certain contracts.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3021
85-0 (2017)
Author: Phelan, Dade | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to indemnification and duties of engineers and architects under certain governmental contracts.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3065
85-0 (2017)
Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al.
Relating to mechanic's, contractor's, or materialman's liens; authorizing a fee; changing the eligibility for community supervision.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3110
85-0 (2017)
Author: Longoria, Oscar
Relating to certain agreements by architects and engineers in or in connection with certain construction contracts.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 3270
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne | et. al.Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to criminal background checks for persons employed by certain public school contractors.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3357
85-0 (2017)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.
Relating to the prevailing wage for work associated with public work contracts; authorizing a penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3445
85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the creation of the state safety oversight program for rail fixed guideway public transportation systems.
House: Transportation
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
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 3823
85-0 (2017)
Author: Biedermann, Kyle
Relating to authorizing a vendor to provide certain consultation to a state agency regarding the agency's purchase of goods and services.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Referred to Government Transparency & Operation
HB 3899
85-0 (2017)
Author: Neave, Victoria
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 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 82
85-0 (2017)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to prohibiting the temporary closure of segments of the state highway system on days that certain scheduled events are being held in certain municipalities.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 85
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the verification of employment authorization by state contractors and state grant recipients, including the use of the federal E-verify program, and to authorization for the suspension of certain licenses held by private employers for the knowing employment of persons not lawfully present in this state; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 252
85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, VanSponsor: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting governmental contracts with a company doing business with Iran, Sudan, or a foreign terrorist organization.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
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 533
85-0 (2017)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Geren, Charlie
Relating to governmental entity contracting and procurement.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1215
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Shine, Hugh | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a joint interim committee to study issues related to construction contracts.
House: Business & Industry Senate: State Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 1395
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.Sponsor: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the powers and duties of navigation districts and port authorities.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 1506
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to mechanic's, contractor's, or materialman's liens; authorizing a fee; changing the eligibility for community supervision.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1523
85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the creation of the state safety oversight program for rail fixed guideway public transportation systems.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 1891
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to a general employment review of persons who apply to school districts, open-enrollment charter schools, and certain independent contractors for employment involving direct contact with students or children; providing a civil penalty.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 1953
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to indemnification and duties of engineers and architects under certain governmental contracts.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2098
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to requirements for underground facility damage prevention and safety.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
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 15
84-0 (2015)
Author: Otto, John | et. al.Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the management and oversight of state contracts, including contracts for information technology commodity items.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Finance
House adopts conf. comm. report-reported
HB 23
84-0 (2015)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to disclosure of certain relationships with local government officers and vendors; creating criminal offenses.
House: General Investigating & Ethics Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 88
84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to requiring state contractors to participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
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 582
84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to a prohibition against certain forms of employment discrimination by state contractors; providing an administrative penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 630
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to requiring state contractors and governmental entities to participate in the federal electronic verification of work authorization program, or E-Verify, and authorizing the suspension of certain licenses held by private employers for the knowing employment of persons not lawfully present in this state; authorizing a fee.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 637
84-0 (2015)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to a deduction under the franchise tax for certain contracts with the federal government.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 649
84-0 (2015)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the disclosure to a state agency of certain information used or considered in the performance of a contract or agreement with the agency.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Left pending in committee
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 736
84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the treatment of a landman as an independent contractor.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 881
84-0 (2015)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to outsourcing a service performed by a health and human services agency to a private commercial contractor.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 889
84-0 (2015)
Author: Dale, Tony
Relating to requiring state contractors to participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1027
84-0 (2015)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to state agency contracting.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1073
84-0 (2015)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to consideration of a bidder's principal place of business in awarding certain county contracts.
House: County Affairs
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 1124
84-0 (2015)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to adjudication of claims arising from written contracts with state agencies.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1184
84-0 (2015)
Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to authorizing certain utility cost savings and alternative fuel programs as eligible for local government energy savings performance contracts.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
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 1294
84-0 (2015)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to the disclosure on personal financial statements of certain contracts or subcontracts with governmental entities.
House: General Investigating & Ethics Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1295
84-0 (2015)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the disclosure of research, research sponsors, and interested parties by persons contracting with governmental entities and state agencies.
House: General Investigating & Ethics Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1426
84-0 (2015)
Author: Elkins, Gary | et. al.
Relating to certain requirements applicable to contracts entered into by, and the contract management process of, state agencies.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Reported favorably as substituted
HB 1654
84-0 (2015)
Author: White, Molly | et. al.
Relating to public agreements or contracts related to United Nations Agenda 21.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
HB 1668
84-0 (2015)
Author: Workman, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the status of a subcontractor as an employee for the purposes of workers' compensation insurance coverage.
House: Business & Industry
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
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 2049
84-0 (2015)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to indemnification and duties of engineers and architects under certain governmental contracts.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2389
84-0 (2015)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.
Relating to the use of sales tax revenue collected under certain contracts.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
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 2736
84-0 (2015)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to prohibiting the temporary closure of segments of the state highway system on days that certain scheduled events are being held.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 2807
84-0 (2015)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the management and oversight of state contracts, including contracts for information technology commodity items.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Referred to Government Transparency & Operation
HB 2834
84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Susan Lewis
Relating to restrictions in connection with public subsidies and contracts awarded to businesses that employ undocumented workers.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2940
84-0 (2015)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to the determination of compensation for purposes of the franchise tax.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2973
84-0 (2015)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the establishment of the contract management division of the Legislative Budget Board.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3010
84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the consideration of ownership interests of certain persons with disabilities in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
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 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
HB 3159
84-0 (2015)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to a contract with a county for election services.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3193
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bernal, DiegoSponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to consideration of location of an offeror's principal place of business in awarding certain municipal contracts.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 3241
84-0 (2015)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to state agency contracting; creating an offense.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3345
84-0 (2015)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to state contracting and management, and the establishment of a centralized purchasing, vendor management, contract audit and transparency system for state agencies.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Left pending in committee
HB 3491
84-0 (2015)
Author: Israel, Celia
Relating to asset management agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation.
House: Transportation
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3549
84-0 (2015)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the review, approval, and monitoring of and reporting on state agency contracts.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3584
84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Scott
Relating to the verification of employment authorization by governmental entities, state contractors, and state grant recipients, including the use of the federal E-verify program.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HR 3488
84-0 (2015)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1295.
Reported enrolled
SB 20
84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to state agency contracting.
House: State Affairs Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/15
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 353
84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to state agency contracting.
Senate: Finance
Co-author authorized
SB 401
84-0 (2015)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to requiring state contractors to participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 408
84-0 (2015)
Author: RodrÃguez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Blanco, César
Relating to consideration of a bidder's principal place of business in awarding certain county contracts.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 445
84-0 (2015)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to public agreements or contracts related to United Nations Agenda 21.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 484
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to restrictions in connection with public subsidies and contracts awarded to businesses that employ undocumented workers.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 514
84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to a deduction under the franchise tax for certain contracts with the federal government.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 543
84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Elkins, Gary | et. al.
Relating to oversight of and requirements applicable to state contracts and other state financial and accounting issues; authorizing fees.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 666
84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the status of a subcontractor as an employee for the purposes of workers' compensation insurance coverage.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 736
84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the disclosure on personal financial statements of certain contracts with governmental entities.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 799
84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to indemnification and duties of engineers and architects under certain governmental contracts.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 852
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the disclosure of interested parties by persons contracting with governmental entities and state agencies.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 927
84-0 (2015)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the classification of workers for purposes of the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act; providing a penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1000
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the use of sales tax revenue collected under certain contracts.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Co-author authorized
SB 1052
84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the consideration of ownership interests of certain persons with disabilities in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1053
84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the management of state contracts, including the establishment of the contract management division of the Legislative Budget Board.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
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 1236
84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to asset management agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation.
Senate: Transportation
Left pending in committee
SB 1274
84-0 (2015)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the authorization for a county to establish a wage higher than the state minimum wage for competitive procurement requirements in a specific contract.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1841
84-0 (2015)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the verification of employment authorization by governmental entities, state contractors, and state grant recipients, including the use of the federal E-verify program.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1894
84-0 (2015)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al.
Relating to the powers and duties of navigation districts, port authorities, and boards of trustees of municipal port facilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1998
84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to consideration of location of an offeror's principal place of business in awarding certain municipal contracts.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SR 1064
84-0 (2015)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. 1295.
Reported enrolled
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 486
83-0 (2013)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to outsourcing a service performed by a health and human services agency to a private commercial contractor.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 493
83-0 (2013)
Author: Hernandez Luna, Ana
Relating to safety training for employees of certain contractors with a governmental entity.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Referred to Government Efficiency & Reform
HB 586
83-0 (2013)
Author: Workman, Paul | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Relating to the waiver of sovereign immunity for certain design and construction claims arising under written contracts with state agencies.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 613
83-0 (2013)
Author: Orr, Rob | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of foundation repair contractors; providing penalties; authorizing fees.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 676
83-0 (2013)
Author: Ratliff, Bennett
Relating to requiring state contractors to participate in the federal electronic verification of work authorization program, or E-verify.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
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 768
83-0 (2013)
Author: Howard, DonnaSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the application of the public and private facilities and infrastructure contracting requirements to technology facilities.
House: Technology Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 888
83-0 (2013)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to the licensing and regulation of roofing contractors; authorizing a fee and providing penalties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 959
83-0 (2013)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to historically underutilized businesses and the preference given for goods and services purchased by state agencies; providing penalties.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Referred to Government Efficiency & Reform
HB 1050
83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, BillSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to purchasing and other contracts by governmental entities.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: State Affairs
See remarks for effective date
HB 1232
83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the contracting authority of the Texas Historical Commission.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Left pending in committee
HB 1450
83-0 (2013)
Author: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to pay-for-performance contracts for certain criminal justice programs and services.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
HB 1475
83-0 (2013)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the exclusion of certain flow-through payments related to petroleum and mineral interests in determining total revenue for purposes of the franchise tax.
House: Ways & Means
Placed on General State Calendar
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 1613
83-0 (2013)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to access to criminal history record information by the banking commissioner.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1689
83-0 (2013)
Author: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to pay-for-performance contracts for certain Health and Human Services Enterprise programs and services.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 1730
83-0 (2013)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to requiring state contractors to participate in the federal electronic verification of work authorization program, or E-verify.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1860
83-0 (2013)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to a deduction under the franchise tax for certain contracts with the federal government.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
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 1965
83-0 (2013)
Author: Harper-Brown, LindaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the state contracting duties of the quality assurance team and Contract Advisory Team.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2015
83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, JohnSponsor: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to the proper classification of workers performing services in connection with governmental contracts; providing a penalty.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 1/1/14
HB 2107
83-0 (2013)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Facilities Commission; authorizing fees.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
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 2301
83-0 (2013)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to requiring state contractors and governmental entities to participate in the federal electronic verification of work authorization program, or E-Verify, and authorizing the suspension of certain licenses held by private employers for the knowing employment of persons not lawfully present in this state; authorizing a fee.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
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 2673
83-0 (2013)
Author: Price, Walter "Four"Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to the protection and care of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 2704
83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, BillSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to bids for construction contracts for certain conservation and reclamation districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 2733
83-0 (2013)
Author: White, JamesSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the administration and operation of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2766
83-0 (2013)
Author: Hunter, ToddSponsor: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Relating to the exclusion of certain flow-through funds in determining total revenue for purposes of the franchise tax.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/14
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 3431
83-0 (2013)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to procedures in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship and the operation of the child protective services and foster care systems.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3553
83-0 (2013)
Author: Oliveira, René
Relating to mechanic's, contractor's, or materialman's liens.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3811
83-0 (2013)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the planning and contracting process for certain state agencies and state property; authorizing fees.
House: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
SB 167
83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to safety training for employees of certain contractors with a governmental entity.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 192
83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Phillips, Larry
Relating to access to criminal history record information by the banking commissioner.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 211
83-0 (2013)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Facilities Commission and to property development plans in connection with governmental entities; authorizing fees.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
See remarks for effective date
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 296
83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the waiver of sovereign immunity for certain claims arising under written contracts with state agencies.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 311
83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the licensing and regulation of roofing contractors; authorizing a fee and providing penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
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 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 540
83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Smith, Wayne
Relating to the regulation, registration, and certification of inspectors for elevators, escalators, and related equipment.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 615
83-0 (2013)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: King, Phil
Relating to the contracting authority of the Texas Historical Commission.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/13
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 802
83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the regulation of foundation repair contractors; providing penalties; authorizing fees.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 868
83-0 (2013)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the exclusion of certain flow-through payments related to petroleum and mineral interests in determining total revenue for purposes of the franchise tax.
Senate: Finance
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute
SB 894
83-0 (2013)
Author: Whitmire, John | et. al.Sponsor: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to real property within the Capitol complex.
House: State Affairs Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
SB 932
83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to ethics and accountability of certain public employees, public officers, political contributors, state contractors, and grant recipients; providing penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1281
83-0 (2013)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to mechanic's, contractor's, or materialman's liens.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1315
83-0 (2013)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the exclusion of certain flow-through funds in determining total revenue for purposes of the franchise tax.
Senate: Finance
Referred to s/c on Fiscal Matters by Chair
SB 1680
83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to certain requirements applicable to contracts entered into by state agencies.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: Government Organization
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1681
83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to oversight and management of state contracts.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: Government Organization
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 1682
83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to certain ethics requirements applicable to state agencies, including required disclosures by state contractors.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 131
82-0 (2011)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to requiring contractors in certain state construction contracts to provide health benefits to employees.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 140
82-0 (2011)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie | et. al.
Relating to requiring state contractors and grant recipients to participate in the federal electronic verification of work authorization program, or E-verify; adding a civil penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 202
82-0 (2011)
Author: Solomons, Burt | et. al.
Relating to requiring state contractors to participate in the federal electronic verification of work authorization program, or E-verify.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 398
82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, JimSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the eligibility of employees convicted of certain offenses to provide services under a contract with a public school.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 628
82-0 (2011)
Author: Callegari, BillSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to contracts by governmental entities and related professional services and to public works performance and payment bonds.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 641
82-0 (2011)
Author: Veasey, Marc
Relating to insurance requirements for certain contract carriers.
House: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 817
82-0 (2011)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the computation of taxable margin for purposes of the franchise tax by certain taxable entities.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
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 1232
82-0 (2011)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to outsourcing a service performed by a state agency to a private commercial contractor.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
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 1580
82-0 (2011)
Author: Brown, FredSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the training and certification of state agency employees or contractors performing service work on pressure vessels.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 1581
82-0 (2011)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to the regulation of dental assistants.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 1711
82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, JohnSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to disaster remediation contracts.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/11
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 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 2010
82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to indemnification provisions in construction contracts.
House: Insurance
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 2105
82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to employment restrictions on persons awarded certain government contracts or public subsidies; providing a civil penalty.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 2253
82-0 (2011)
Author: Veasey, Marc
Relating to prohibiting property owners' associations from requiring property owners to use specified contractors for property alteration, maintenance, or repair.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 2525
82-0 (2011)
Author: Harper-Brown, LindaSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to a mechanic's, contractor's, or materialman's lien for landscaping.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
No action taken in committee
HB 2530
82-0 (2011)
Author: Legler, Ken
Relating to the regulation of foundation repair contractors; providing a penalty.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 2726
82-0 (2011)
Author: Hartnett, Will
Relating to liability of an employee of an independent contractor of a transportation entity.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 2750
82-0 (2011)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to subcontracting opportunities for historically underutilized businesses under certain state purchasing contracts.
House: State 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 3040
82-0 (2011)
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.
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
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3356
82-0 (2011)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to the state's historically underutilized business program, including the establishment of a contractor point system.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3604
82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to enforcement of certain insurance provisions in construction contracts.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
SB 68
82-0 (2011)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to contracting issues of state agencies, including ethics issues related to state contracting.
Senate: Government Organization
Left pending in committee
SB 84
82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to requiring governmental entities and contractors with governmental entities to participate in the federal electronic verification of work authorization program, or E-verify.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 110
82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to ethics and accountability of certain public employees, public officers, political contributors, state contractors, and grant recipients; providing penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 361
82-0 (2011)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to indemnification provisions in construction contracts.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Insurance
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 831
82-0 (2011)
Author: Rodriguez, Jose | et. al.
Relating to considering ownership interests of certain disabled veterans in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
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 1042
82-0 (2011)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Jackson, Jim
Relating to the eligibility of employees convicted of certain offenses to provide services under a contract with a public school.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 1173
82-0 (2011)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to lender notice of default to contractors regarding a construction loan or financing agreement for an improvement to real property and related procedures for suspending contractors' performance.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
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 1389
82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to safety training for employees of certain contractors with a governmental entity.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 1399
82-0 (2011)
Author: Patrick, DanSponsor: Legler, Ken
Relating to the regulation of foundation repair contractors; providing penalties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report distributed
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
SB 1784
82-0 (2011)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to workers' compensation insurance coverage for certain workplaces; providing administrative penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1802
82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to subcontracting opportunities for historically underutilized businesses under certain state purchasing contracts.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 229
81-0 (2009)
Author: Pitts, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the construction, installation, alteration, extension, servicing, maintenance, or repair of on-site sewage disposal systems.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 520
81-0 (2009)
Author: Giddings, Helen
Relating to workers' compensation insurance coverage under certain agreements and to liability of third parties for an injury to an employee.
House: Business & Industry
Subcommittee members named
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 1209
81-0 (2009)
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Relating to construction payment trust funds and liens securing payment for certain labor, services, or material.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 1288
81-0 (2009)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to property owner, contractor, and subcontractor liability for certain damages.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 1291
81-0 (2009)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to regulation of certain disaster remediation contractors; providing penalties.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
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 1657
81-0 (2009)
Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to workers' compensation insurance coverage regarding certain contractors.
House: Business & Industry Senate: State Affairs
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 2281
81-0 (2009)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the jurisdiction of the State Office of Administrative Hearings in contested case hearings involving certain contract claims against the state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2515
81-0 (2009)
Author: Smith, ToddSponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to certain requirements applicable to certain public contracts.
House: State Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 2533
81-0 (2009)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to damages to affected business entities for project completion delays on highway projects.
House: Transportation
Left pending 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 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 3759
81-0 (2009)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the operation and regulation of certain consolidated insurance programs.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
HB 3778
81-0 (2009)
Author: Howard, Charlie
Relating to the exclusion of certain flow-through funds in determining total revenue for purposes of the franchise tax.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 3849
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hamilton, Mike
Relating to the licensing and regulation of limited solar electric installers and limited solar electric contractors.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 3877
81-0 (2009)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to requiring contractors in certain state construction contracts to provide health benefits to employees.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
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 4387
81-0 (2009)
Author: Vaught, Allen
Relating to the development of contract terms regarding noncompliance by state contractors.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4486
81-0 (2009)
Author: Howard, Charlie
Relating to the participation of governmental entities and other employers in a federal work eligibility verification program; establishing an unlawful employment practice.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 953
81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to contracting issues of state agencies.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 1228
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the jurisdiction of the State Office of Administrative Hearings in contested case hearings involving certain contract claims against the state.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
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 1805
81-0 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to contracting issues of state agencies, including ethics issues related to state contracting.
Senate: Government Organization
No action taken in committee
SB 1926
81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the licensing and regulation of limited solar electric installers and limited solar electric contractors.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2063
81-0 (2009)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.
Relating to workers' compensation insurance coverage regarding certain contractors.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 2164
81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to information technology security practices of state agencies.
Senate: Government Organization
No action taken in committee
SB 2300
81-0 (2009)
Author: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the exclusion of certain flow-through funds in determining total revenue for purposes of the franchise tax.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 507
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the submission and opening of bids, proposals, and statements of qualifications for contracts involving school district facilities.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 663
80-0 (2007)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the performance of a private commercial contractor that provides a service of a state agency.
House: Government Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 734
80-0 (2007)
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.
Relating to contingent payment clauses in certain construction contracts.
House: Business & Industry
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 1152
80-0 (2007)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to enforcement of certain insurance provisions in and related to construction contracts.
House: Civil Practices
Left pending in committee
HB 1690
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the provision of a preference in certain state and school district construction contracts for contractors that provide health benefits to employees.
House: Government Reform
Referred to Government Reform
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 2075
80-0 (2007)
Author: Krusee, MikeSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to payments to contractors in connection with highway projects of the Texas Department of Transportation.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 2537
80-0 (2007)
Author: Macias, Nathan
Relating to liability for hiring an employee or an independent contractor who has been convicted of a nonviolent criminal offense.
House: Civil Practices
Referred to Civil Practices
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 2925
80-0 (2007)
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.
Relating to false claims against the state and actions by the state and private persons to prosecute those claims; providing a civil penalty.
House: Civil Practices
Left pending in committee
HB 3069
80-0 (2007)
Author: Goolsby, Tony
Relating to the licensing and regulation of residential appliance installers and residential appliance installation contractors.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3147
80-0 (2007)
Author: Solomons, BurtSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to claims against a contractor for construction of common elements under a condominium or cooperative system.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/07
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 3942
80-0 (2007)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to restrictions on the use of foreign contractors in the performance of certain government service contracts that relate to health and human services.
House: Government Reform
Referred to Government Reform
SB 324
80-0 (2007)
Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al.Sponsor: Chisum, Warren
Relating to contingent payment clauses in certain construction contracts.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/07
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 650
80-0 (2007)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to prompt payment of contractors and subcontractors under a contract to improve real property.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 704
80-0 (2007)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the small contractor participation assistance program for certain state construction projects.
House: Government Reform Senate: State Affairs
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 1222
80-0 (2007)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Goolsby, Tony
Relating to the licensing and regulation of residential appliance installers and residential appliance installation contractors.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
SB 1309
80-0 (2007)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Keffer, Jim | et. al.
Relating to false claims against the state and actions by the state and private persons to prosecute those claims; providing a civil penalty.
House: Civil Practices Senate: Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1587
80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to contractors with the Health and Human Services Commission or with a health and human services agency that provide services to persons with limited English proficiency.
House: Appropriations Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Appropriations
HB 153
79-0 (2005)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to certain requirements for construction contracts with governmental entities.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 314
79-0 (2005)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the performance of a private commercial contractor that provides a service of a state agency.
House: Government Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 630
79-0 (2005)
Author: Villarreal, Mike | et. al.
Relating to the distribution of federal earned income tax credit information to persons receiving assistance or benefits under certain health and human services programs.
House: Government Reform
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 974
79-0 (2005)
Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al.
Relating to resolution of disputes arising under certain construction contracts.
House: Civil Practices
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1146
79-0 (2005)
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.Sponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to contingent payment clauses in certain construction contracts.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 1217
79-0 (2005)
Author: Eiland, Craig | et. al.
Relating to enforcement of certain insurance provisions in construction contracts.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1261
79-0 (2005)
Author: Farabee, David
Relating to placement of a mechanic's lien on residential real property.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 1330
79-0 (2005)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to the creation of a dispute resolution program for state building construction contracts.
House: State Affairs Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Government Organization
HB 1626
79-0 (2005)
Author: Nixon, Joe
Relating to third-party civil liability for certain persons entering into building or construction contracts.
House: Civil Practices
Referred to Civil Practices
HB 1940
79-0 (2005)
Author: Ritter, AllanSponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to alternative dispute resolution of certain contract claims against the state.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/05
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 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 2659
79-0 (2005)
Author: Krusee, MikeSponsor: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to bond requirements for privatized maintenance contracts.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 2880
79-0 (2005)
Author: Keffer, Bill
Relating to the remedy provided for failure to disclose certain information in certain residential construction transactions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3191
79-0 (2005)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the employment relationship, including certain requirements relating to reporting independent contractors; providing a penalty.
House: Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3234
79-0 (2005)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the provision of and notice concerning safety equipment required in the construction, repair, rehabilitation, or alteration of public school facilities.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
HR 2222
79-0 (2005)
Author: Keffer, Bill
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 334.
Reported enrolled
SB 334
79-0 (2005)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Keffer, Bill
Relating to the remedy provided for failure to disclose certain information in certain residential construction transactions.
House: Civil Practices Senate: Business & Commerce
Senate adopts conf. comm. report-reported
SB 445
79-0 (2005)
Author: Carona, John | et. al.
Relating to indemnification provisions in construction contracts.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 507
79-0 (2005)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to alternative dispute resolution of certain contract claims against the state.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 823
79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to restrictions on the use of foreign workers in the performance of certain government service contracts that relate to health and human services.
Senate: Government Organization
Left pending in committee
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 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 1355
79-0 (2005)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to requiring a contractor to provide health insurance to its employees as a condition of eligibility for the award of certain state contracts.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 1444
79-0 (2005)
Author: Averitt, Kip | et. al.
Relating to contingent payment clauses in certain construction contracts.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
SB 1474
79-0 (2005)
Author: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to bond requirements for privatized maintenance contracts.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
No action taken in committee
SB 1478
79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to classification as an independent contractor for purposes of certain labor and insurance laws.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1531
79-0 (2005)
Author: Averitt, Kip
Relating to requiring a contractor or subcontractor to provide health insurance to its employees to participate in certain state contracts.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 1594
79-0 (2005)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a small contractor assistance program for bidding on construction contracts at institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
No action taken in subcommittee
SB 1661
79-0 (2005)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the reporting and misclassification of employees and independent contractors; providing administrative penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
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
SR 1079
79-0 (2005)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 334.
Reported enrolled
SB 5
79-1 (2005)
Author: Ogden, Steve
Relating to certain fiscal matters affecting governmental entities.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Referred to Appropriations
SB 14
79-1 (2005)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to contracting and ethics issues of governmental entities; providing a civil penalty.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 23
79-1 (2005)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the remedy provided for failure to disclose certain information in certain residential construction transactions.
Senate: State Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 14
79-2 (2005)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the remedy provided for failure to disclose certain information in certain residential construction transactions.
Senate: State Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 541
78-0 (2003)
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.
Relating to contingent payment clauses in certain construction contracts.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on Major State Calendar
HB 851
78-0 (2003)
Author: Brown, Fred | et. al.
Relating to certain requirements for construction contracts with governmental entities.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1346
78-0 (2003)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to mental health and substance abuse services provided through certain state health benefit programs.
House: State Health Care Expenditures, Select
Left pending in committee
HB 1352
78-0 (2003)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to safety equipment provisions in contracts for construction, repair, rehabilitation, or alteration of public school facilities.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
HB 1375
78-0 (2003)
Author: Farabee, David
Relating to the workers' compensation insurance coverage requirements for certain construction contracts with governmental entities.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 1699
78-0 (2003)
Author: Kuempel, EdmundSponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the liability of certain highway, road, and street contractors.
House: Civil Practices Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 1780
78-0 (2003)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to payment to a subcontractor under a public work contract.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1796
78-0 (2003)
Author: Talton, Robert
Relating to the repeal of the exception from required disclosure under the public information law of certain information submitted by a potential vendor or contractor.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
HB 2397
78-0 (2003)
Author: Corte, Frank | et. al.Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to a vendor's or subcontractor's remedy for nonpayment of certain contracts.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 2525
78-0 (2003)
Author: Ellis, DanSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the punishment of certain assaults committed against persons who contract with government and employees of those persons.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 2934
78-0 (2003)
Author: Villarreal, Mike
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
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2959
78-0 (2003)
Author: Krusee, Mike
Relating to bond requirements for privatized maintenance contracts.
House: Transportation
Laid on the table subject to call
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 3018
78-0 (2003)
Author: Solomons, Burt
Relating to mechanic's contractor's or materialman's lien.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
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 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
HB 3530
78-0 (2003)
Author: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to certain communications with state employees, agents, contractors and sub-contractors.
House: Elections
No action taken in committee
SB 256
78-0 (2003)
Author: Harris, Chris | et. al.
Relating to contingent payment clauses in certain construction contracts.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 493
78-0 (2003)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to mental health and substance abuse services provided through certain state health benefit programs.
House: State Health Care Expenditures, Select Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 986
78-0 (2003)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to alternative dispute resolution of certain contract claims against the state.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1081
78-0 (2003)
Author: Ogden, Steve
Relating to the partial payment of contractors on highway projects.
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Referred to Infrastructure Dev & Security
SB 1432
78-0 (2003)
Author: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the liability of certain highway, road, and street contractors.
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1580
78-0 (2003)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Krusee, Mike
Relating to bond requirements for privatized maintenance contracts.
House: Transportation Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Effective immediately
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 1720
78-0 (2003)
Author: Williams, Tommy
Relating to a vendor's or subcontractor's remedy for nonpayment of certain contracts.
Senate: State Affairs
Received from the Senate
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
HB 7
78-3 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.Sponsor: Ogden, Steve
Relating to the reorganization of, efficiency in, and other reform measures applying to governmental entities and certain regulatory practices; providing a penalty.
House: Government Reform Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
HB 72
78-3 (2003)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the liability of certain nonprofit hospital management contractors.
House: Civil Practices
Referred to Civil Practices
SB 19
78-3 (2003)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to liability in civil actions against municipal hospital authority contractors.
Senate: Administration
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 409
77-0 (2001)
Author: Shields, John | et. al.Sponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to the requirement that the name, address, and phone number of a bondsman appear on the face of performance and payment bonds.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
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 762
77-0 (2001)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to requiring certain employers who contract with or receive financial assistance from the state or a state agency to pay its employees a living wage; providing a penalty.
House: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 1254
77-0 (2001)
Author: West, GeorgeSponsor: Bivins, Teel
Relating to the extension of uniform group benefits for political subdivisions to certain affiliated service contractors.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 1375
77-0 (2001)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to contracts with the Texas Department of Transportation for the removal of certain property from a state highway.
House: Transportation
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 1527
77-0 (2001)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to allowing public bodies the authority to require wages higher than the prevailing wage rates for public works.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1542
77-0 (2001)
Author: Luna, Vilma | et. al.
Relating to subcontracting opportunities for historically underutilized businesses.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1611
77-0 (2001)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to collect a penalty for the failure of a contractor or subcontractor to pay the prevailing wage rate.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
HB 1927
77-0 (2001)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the installation of asbestos in public buildings; providing penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 1980
77-0 (2001)
Author: Farabee, David
Relating to the workers' compensation insurance coverage requirements for certain construction contracts with governmental entities.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 2055
77-0 (2001)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to damages for liability actions in residential construction.
House: Civil Practices
Referred to Civil Practices
HB 2129
77-0 (2001)
Author: Hope, Ruben | et. al.
Relating to remedies available for residential construction defects.
House: Civil Practices
Left pending in committee
HB 2311
77-0 (2001)
Author: Bosse, Fred | et. al.Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to certain agreements for the payment of subcontractors.
House: Business & Industry Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2312
77-0 (2001)
Author: Bosse, FredSponsor: Cain, David
Relating to the resolution of certain contract claims against the state.
House: Civil Practices Senate: Administration
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2664
77-0 (2001)
Author: Grusendorf, Kent
Relating to the liability of public school employees and volunteers and certain independent contractors of public schools.
House: Civil Practices
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2742
77-0 (2001)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to suits against the state for certain claims for breach of contract.
House: Civil Practices
Referred to Civil Practices
HB 2836
77-0 (2001)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to indemnification in construction contracts.
House: Civil Practices
No action taken in committee
HB 2850
77-0 (2001)
Author: Brimer, Kim
Relating to retainage payments under certain construction contracts.
House: Business & Industry
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
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 2962
77-0 (2001)
Author: Longoria, John
Relating to obtaining bonds and insurance required for certain state construction projects.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3104
77-0 (2001)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to interest on amounts withheld from a payment under a construction contract.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3105
77-0 (2001)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to indemnification in construction contracts.
House: Civil Practices
Referred to Civil Practices
HB 3122
77-0 (2001)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to prompt payment requirements for work performed by contractors and subcontractors on certain real property.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 3214
77-0 (2001)
Author: George, Kenn
Relating to agreements between certain contractors with regard to workers' compensation insurance coverage; providing penalties.
House: Business & Industry
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
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 3537
77-0 (2001)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the barring of vendors from participation in state contracts.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 623
77-0 (2001)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to damages for liability actions in residential construction.
Senate: Business & Commerce
No action taken in committee
SB 754
77-0 (2001)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to consumer protection for and remedies available to a homebuyer whose home does not comply with certain warranties; providing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 952
77-0 (2001)
Author: Truan, Carlos
Relating to subcontracting opportunities for historically underutilized businesses.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1067
77-0 (2001)
Author: Harris, Chris | et. al.
Relating to certain agreements for the payment of subcontractors.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
SB 1268
77-0 (2001)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Wise, Miguel
Relating to a surety bond obtained for a public project and executed by a surety company and to related surety technical assistance services for certain entities.
House: State Affairs 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
SB 1575
77-0 (2001)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., MarioSponsor: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to contracts with the Texas Department of Transportation for the removal of certain property from a state highway.
House: Transportation Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1597
77-0 (2001)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to retainage payments under certain construction contracts.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1795
77-0 (2001)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to highways, transportation, and the operation of the Texas Department of Transportation.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1343
76-0 (1999)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to subcontracting with historically underutilized businesses under prime contracts with state agencies; providing a penalty.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1455
76-0 (1999)
Author: Goodman, Toby | et. al.
Relating to suits to recover damages resulting from construction defects; providing a civil penalty.
House: Civil Practices
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1522
76-0 (1999)
Author: Siebert, Bill | et. al.Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to prompt payment requirements for work performed by contractors and subcontractors on certain real property.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 1997
76-0 (1999)
Author: Palmer, SueSponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to installation, repair, or removal of certain vent hoods.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 2054
76-0 (1999)
Author: Solomons, BurtSponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to mechanic's, contractor's, and materialmen's liens.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 2271
76-0 (1999)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to contingent payment clauses in certain construction contracts.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 2602
76-0 (1999)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the performance of a private commercial contractor that provides a service of a state agency.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2629
76-0 (1999)
Author: Alvarado, Leo
Relating to the maintenance and use of keys to units in a residential multiunit complex by landlords and contractors.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2717
76-0 (1999)
Author: Brimer, KimSponsor: Haywood, Tom
Relating to contracts involving the construction or repair of improvements to private or public real property.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Economic Development
No action taken in committee
HB 2860
76-0 (1999)
Author: Siebert, Bill
Relating to the prompt payment of contractors and subcontractors in governmental contracting.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2884
76-0 (1999)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to government contracts for public works.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3548
76-0 (1999)
Author: Heflin, Talmadge
Relating to coverage of certain independent contractors
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3676
76-0 (1999)
Author: Garcia, Domingo
Relating to the awarding of contracts for private projects for which municipal entities have provided funding.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 3735
76-0 (1999)
Author: Longoria, John
Relating to the awarding of contract(s) for private projects for which municipal entities have provided funding
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
SB 506
76-0 (1999)
Author: Harris, Chris | et. al.Sponsor: Goodman, Toby
Relating to suits to recover damages resulting from construction defects; providing for recovery of a penalty from certain contractors.
House: Civil Practices Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/99
SB 515
76-0 (1999)
Author: Ogden, Steve
Relating to requiring a performance bond for certain highway improvement contracts.
Senate: State Affairs
Withdrawn from intent calendar
SB 607
76-0 (1999)
Author: Fraser, TroySponsor: Solis, Juan
Relating to developing and maintaining a database of the state's defense contractors.
House: State, Federal & International Relations Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective on 9/1/99
SB 1014
76-0 (1999)
Author: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain contractors; providing penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1057
76-0 (1999)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to public access under the open records law to information about certain government contracts held by the contractor or a subcontractor; imposing a civil penalty.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1274
76-0 (1999)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Brimer, Kim
Relating to certain procedures involving retainage payments to real property construction subcontractors.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Economic Development
Withdrawn from calendar
SB 1404
76-0 (1999)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to workers' compensation insurance coverage under certain agreements and to liability of third parties for an injury to an employee.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 1483
76-0 (1999)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to prompt payment requirements for work performed by contractors and subcontractors on certain real property.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1484
76-0 (1999)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the prompt payment of contractors and subcontractors in governmental contracting.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1638
76-0 (1999)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to subcontracting with historically underutilized businesses under prime contracts with state agencies; providing a penalty.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1769
76-0 (1999)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the performance of a private commercial contractor that provides a service of a state agency.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1799
76-0 (1999)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the performance of a private commercial contractor that provides a service of a state agency.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1820
76-0 (1999)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the awarding of contract(s) for private projects for which municipal entities have provided funding.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 22
70-0 (1987)
Author: Criss, Lloyd
Relating to a restriction of the use of certain indemnity provisions in construction contracts.
House: Judiciary
Placed on General State Calendar
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 610
70-0 (1987)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to state public works contracts and contractors who belong to certain minority groups.
House: Business & Commerce
Reported favorably with substitute
HB 986
70-0 (1987)
Author: Willy, John
Relating to the period for giving notice of certain claims to general contractors.
House: Business & Commerce
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1029
70-0 (1987)
Author: Hudson III, Samuel
Relating to a bond for the construction of a swimming pool.
House: Business & Commerce
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1160
70-0 (1987)
Author: Parker, JimSponsor: Parker, Carl
Relating to the protection of subcontractors and other beneficiaries of funds paid or held under construction contracts; providing a penalty.
House: Judicial Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective in 90 days-8/31/87
HB 1283
70-0 (1987)
Author: Patterson, Pete
Relating to a prohibition of the employment of undocumented workers under state public works contracts; providing a civil penalty.
House: Labor and Employment Relations
1st Printing sent to Comm. on Cal.
HB 1621
70-0 (1987)
Author: Johnson, CliffSponsor: Henderson, Don
Relating to the liability of certain persons who clean up hazardous or solid wastes and to the indemnification of those persons.
House: Environmental Affairs Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/87
HB 1883
70-0 (1987)
Author: Russell, Sam
Relating to retainage under a residential construction contract; providing a penalty.
House: Judicial Affairs
Referred to Judicial Affairs
HB 2467
70-0 (1987)
Author: Roberts, Ted
Relating to the regulation of certain mechanical contractors by the Texas Department of Labor and Standards.
House: Labor and Employment Relations
Referred to Labor & Employment Rel.
SB 457
70-0 (1987)
Author: Green, Gene
Relating to a requirement that the prevailing wage rate be posted in certain places of employment; providing a penalty.
Senate: State Affairs
Left as pending business in comm.
SB 1011
70-0 (1987)
Author: Barrientos, GonzaloSponsor: Stiles, Mark
Relating to the payment of certain laborers, workers, and mechanics under public work contracts.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 224
69-0 (1985)
Author: Criss, Lloyd
Relating to the rights and liabilities of general contractors, subcontractors, and the state or a local government in relation to public construction projects.
House: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 446
69-0 (1985)
Author: Ragsdale, Paul
Relating to the amount of performance and payment bonds required for certain public works contractors.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 620
69-0 (1985)
Author: Stiles, MarkSponsor: Montford, John
Relating to bids by nonresident contractors for contracts awarded by the state or a political subdivision for construction, improvements, supplies or services.
House: Business & Commerce Senate: State Affairs
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 1829
69-0 (1985)
Author: Patronella, David
Relating to the authority of a governmental entity to withhold payments to a general contractor if the general contractor does not pay a subcontractor or supplier.
House: Business & Commerce
1st Printing sent to Comm. on Cal.
HB 2238
69-0 (1985)
Author: Tejeda, Frank
Relating to requirements for certain home improvement contracts; providing a penalty.
House: Business & Commerce
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2350
69-0 (1985)
Author: Hudson III, Samuel
Relating to a bond for the construction of a swimming pool.
House: Business & Commerce
Referred to subcommittee
HB 25
69-2 (1986)
Author: Shaw, Larry
Relating to unfair business practices by certain contractors with the state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 209
68-0 (1983)
Author: Ragsdale, Paul
Relating to a plan and procedure to provide performance bonds and payment bonds for certain prime contractors.
House: Business & Commerce
Referred to Committee on Business & Commerce
HB 1035
68-0 (1983)
Author: Lee, Don
Relating to the designation of construction payments and loan receipts as trust funds.
House: Financial Institutions
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1112
68-0 (1983)
Author: Ragsdale, PaulSponsor: Montford, John
Relating to the amount of performance and payment bonds required for certain public works contractors.
House: Business & Commerce Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
No action taken
HB 1126
68-0 (1983)
Author: Lee, Don
Relating to the time during which notice of certain mechanics' and materialmen's lien claims must be given.
House: Financial Institutions
Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars
HB 1129
68-0 (1983)
Author: Lee, Don
Relating to statutory retainage requirements in regard to certain mechanic's and materialmen's liens.
House: Financial Institutions
Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars
HB 1363
68-0 (1983)
Author: Emmett, Ed
Relating to payment for construction work by municipal utility districts.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on daily General State Calendar
HB 1399
68-0 (1983)
Author: Criss, Lloyd
Relating to the general prevailing rate of wages and fringe benefits paid to laborers on public works projects; providing a penalty.
House: Labor and Employment Relations
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1852
68-0 (1983)
Author: Messer, BillSponsor: Glasgow, Bob
Relating to workers' compensation insurance coverage of subcontractors as defined herein.
House: Business & Commerce Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 2363
68-0 (1983)
Author: Presnal, BillSponsor: Parker, Carl
Relating to the regulation of certain persons who contract with the state.
House: Business & Commerce Senate: State Affairs
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 733
68-0 (1983)
Author: Henderson, DonSponsor: Emmett, Ed
Relating to payment for construction work by municipal utility districts and to certain amounts on which the district is obligated to pay interest.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
HB 98
67-0 (1981)
Author: Hudson III, Samuel
Relating to bond for construction of a swimming pool.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to subcommittee
HB 329
67-0 (1981)
Author: Ragsdale, Paul
Relating to an assigned risk procedure to provide performance and payment bonds for prime contractors making contracts with the state or a political subdividion.
House: Insurance
No action taken
HB 331
67-0 (1981)
Author: Ragsdale, Paul
Relating to an assigned risk procedure to provide performance and payment bonds for prime contractors making contracts with the state of a political subdivision.
House: Insurance
Referred to Committee on Insurance
HB 395
67-0 (1981)
Author: Benedict, Jerry L.
Relating to damages in certain governmental contracts.
House: State Affairs
Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars
HB 591
67-0 (1981)
Author: Atkinson, HampSponsor: Sarpalius, Bill
Repealing the requirements for notice of work performed by and bonding of nonresident construction contractors.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 1662
67-0 (1981)
Author: Riley, Ken
Relating to worker's compensation coverage of subcontractors.
House: Employment Practices
Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars
HB 1869
67-0 (1981)
Author: Hill, Anita
Relating to indemnity provisions contained in some agreements pertaining to improvements to or on real property.
House: Judiciary
Reported from subcommittee favorably with amendments
HB 1993
67-0 (1981)
Author: Crawford, Bo
Relating to payment of contractors and subcontractors on certain public works projects.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1994
67-0 (1981)
Author: Crawford, Bo
Relating to bids for public works.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2133
67-0 (1981)
Author: Green, Gene
Relating to regulation of construction contractors.
House: State Affairs
Referred to Committee on State Affairs
SB 70
67-0 (1981)
Author: Blake, Roy
Relating to the exemption from the sales and use tax for contractors who make improvements to real property of the United States.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Committee on Finance
SB 420
67-0 (1981)
Author: Parker, Carl
Relating to payment of contractors and subcontractors on certain public works projects.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Committee on State Affairs
SB 466
67-0 (1981)
Author: Sarpalius, Bill
Repealing the requirements for notice of work to be performed by and bonding of nonresident construction contractors.
Senate: Economic Development
Reported from committee favorably without amendments
SB 629
67-0 (1981)
Author: Glasgow, Bob
Relating to workers' compensation insurance coverage of sub-contractors.
Senate: Jurisprudence
No action taken
SB 813
67-0 (1981)
Author: Meier, BillSponsor: Messer, Bill
Relating to certain convents of indemnification in contracts of agreements pertaining to construction, alteration, maintenance, or repair of certain improvements to or on real property; providing for certain exemptions.
House: Employment Practices Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
SB 1080
67-0 (1981)
Author: Richards, Mike
Relating to workers' compensation insurance coverage of subcontractors.
Senate: Jurisprudence
No action taken
HB 139
66-0 (1979)
Author: Ragsdale, Paul
Relating to an assigned risk procedure to provide performance and payment bonds for certain contractors making contracts with the state of a political subdivision.
House: Insurance
Referred to Committee on Insurance
HB 174
66-0 (1979)
Author: Hudson III, Samuel
Relating to bond for the construction of a swimming pool.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to subcommittee
HB 633
66-0 (1979)
Author: Ceverha, Bill
Invalidating provisions for indemnity in certain contracts where there is negligence attributable to the indemnitee.
House: Business & Industry
Scheduled for public hearing on . . . . . .
HB 751
66-0 (1979)
Author: Cain, David
Relating to municipal authority regarding the furnishing of surety bonds by public works contractors.
House: Business & Industry
Scheduled for future calendar placement
HB 1243
66-0 (1979)
Author: Mankins, Jimmy
Relating to workers' compansation coverage of subcontractors and their employees.
House: Employment Practices
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1279
66-0 (1979)
Author: Edwards, Al
Relating to the use of employees in construction projects who have violated an immigration or naturalization law or rule.
House: State Affairs
Referred to Committee on State Affairs
HB 1287
66-0 (1979)
Author: Leonard, Jr., Bob
Relating to liens and performance and payment bonds in connection with public contracts.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1546
66-0 (1979)
Author: Bock II, Bennie
Relating to construction work on or under streets and roads dedicated to public use and other public works contracted for by the state or any political subdivision thereof; clarifying the effect of completion and acceptance of work performed under contracts relating thereto; specifying the extent of a contractor's liability.
House: State Affairs
Considered by committee in public hearing
HB 1782
66-0 (1979)
Author: Edwards III, Jimmie C.
Relating to liens and performance and payment bond in connection with public contracts.
House: Business & Industry
Coauthor authorized
SB 309
66-0 (1979)
Author: Clower, RonSponsor: Cain, David
Relating to the furnishing of surety bonds by contractors.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 360
66-0 (1979)
Author: Farabee, RaySponsor: Mankins, Jimmy
Relating to workers' compensation insurance coverage of sub-contractors as defined herein.
House: Employment Practices Senate: Jurisprudence
Laid on the table
SB 395
66-0 (1979)
Author: Moore, W.T. "Bill"
Relating to construction work on or under streets and roads dedicated to public use and other public works contracted for by the state or any politica subdivision thereof; clarifying the effect of completion and acceptance of work performed under contracts relating thereto; specifying the extent of a contractor's liability.
Senate: State Affairs
Motion lost to suspend reg order (to consider on 2nd reading)
HB 305
65-0 (1977)
Author: Hudson III, SamuelSponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to contractors' performance and payment bonds and certain liens for contracts over a certain amount.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Human Resources
Effective in 90 days
HB 969
65-0 (1977)
Author: Peveto, Wayne
Relating to compensation of workmen engaged in public construction work.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1225
65-0 (1977)
Author: Ragsdale, Paul
Relating to an assigned risk procedure to provide performance bonds and payment bonds for certain prime contractors entering into certain contracts with the state or a political subdivision of the state.
House: Insurance
Coauthor authorized
HB 1584
65-0 (1977)
Author: Hale, L. DeWitt
Defining the term "sub-contractor" as used in the Texas Workmen's Compensation Act; determining who are employees of the sub-contractor for coverage under the Workmen's Compensation Act.
House: Judiciary Senate: Jurisprudence
Considered by committee in public hearing
HB 1585
65-0 (1977)
Author: Hale, L. DeWitt
Relating to workmen's compensation insurance coverages of sub-contractors as defined herein; defining terms; determining who are employees of the sub-contractor for coverages under the Workmen's Compensation Insurance Act; providing for severability.
House: Judiciary
Considered by subcommittee in formal meeting
SB 1109
65-0 (1977)
Author: Truan, Carlos
Relating to the execution of bonds by persons who contract with governmental entities.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Committee on State Affairs
HB 48
64-0 (1975)
Author: Reynolds, Richard F.Sponsor: Traeger, John
Relating to the payment of the limited sales, excise, and use tax by persons who perform improvements on real estate.
House: Revenue & Taxation Senate: Finance
Referred to subcommittee
HB 141
64-0 (1975)
Author: Hudson III, SamuelSponsor: McKinnon, Mike
Relating to contractors' performance and payment bonds and certain liens for contracts over a certain amount.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days
SB 849
64-0 (1975)
Author: Clower, Ron
Relating to the establishment of a minimum performance and payment bond for contractors as defined in the Act; excepting contracts with a cost of less than $750 for labor and materials; specifying that the bond must be secured and recoverable in the State of Texas; requiring evidence of a valid bond as part of any transaction or agreement involving a workman's, mechanic's, or materialman's lien; defining certain unlawful and deceptive trade practices.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Economic Development
Referred to subcommittee
HB 673
63-0 (1973)
Author: Atwell, Ben
Relating to performance bond requirements and procedures for a contractor or builder who constructs or contracts to construct swimming pools; providing a penalty; and declaring an emergency.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to subcommittee
HB 719
63-0 (1973)
Author: Lewis, Gibson
Relating to the regulation of wages paid mechanics and laborers by contractors and subcontractors in connection with the construction, maintenance, and repair of highways; and declaring an emergency.
House: Transportation
Committee hearing date
HB 936
63-0 (1973)
Author: Bynum, Ben
Relating to the general prevailing rate of per diem wages; providing for the posting of bond by contractors; providing certain duties of the attorney general.
House: Labor
Postponed
HB 1014
63-0 (1973)
Author: Vecchio, James S.
Relating to liability for workmen's compensation benefits to employees of subcontractors.
House: Judiciary
Subcommittee hearing date
HB 1254
63-0 (1973)
Author: Hudson III, Samuel
Relating to contractors' performance bonds for contracts over a certain amount.
House: Labor
Subcommittee hearing date
HB 1264
63-0 (1973)
Author: Korioth, A.J. "Al"
Relating to prevention of racial and other discrimination in the performance of contracts with the state and its municipalities and political subdivisions; declaring an emergency.
House: Labor
Referred to Committee on Labor
HB 1276
63-0 (1973)
Author: Truan, Carlos
Relating to certain bond and liens for material and labor furnished for public improvements.
House: Labor
Sent to Calendar Committee
HB 1456
63-0 (1973)
Author: Hudson III, Samuel
Relating to contractors' performance and payment bonds and certain leins for contracts over a certain amount.
House: Labor
Subcommittee hearing date
HB 1465
63-0 (1973)
Author: Cavness, Don
Relating to the time limitation within which certain actions must be brought against general contractors.
House: Judiciary
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1480
63-0 (1973)
Author: Lewis, Gibson
Relating to the regulation of wages paid mechanics and laborers by contractors and subcontractors in connection with the construction, maintenance, and repair of highways.
House: Labor
Reported favorably
HB 1498
63-0 (1973)
Author: Bird, Ronald C.
Relating to a performance bond to be filed by a contractor, sub-contractor, or builder engaged in the construction or repair of any house, building or improvement.
House: Labor
Subcommittee hearing date
HB 1581
63-0 (1973)
Author: Barnhart, Ray A.Sponsor: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe"
Providing for the use of bid security on proposed construction work in the form of cashier's check, certified check, or bidder's bond and providing for the forfeiture of same; amending Chapter 101, Acts of the 58th Legislature, Regular Session, 1963 (Article 8280-280, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes), by adding a new Section 19; and declaring an emergency.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Administration
Signed by the Governor
SB 338
63-0 (1973)
Author: Gammage, R.A. "Bob"
Relating to the regulation of wages paid mechanics and laborers by contractors and subcontractors in connection with the construction, maintenance, and repair of highways.
Senate: State Affairs
Committee hearing date
SB 585
63-0 (1973)
Author: Clower, Ron
Relating to liability for workmen's compensation benefits to employees of subcontractors.
Senate: Human Resources
Sent to subcommittee
SB 797
63-0 (1973)
Author: Mauzy, Oscar
Relating to a performance bond to be filed by a contractor, sub-contractor, or builder engaged in the construction or repair of any house, building or improvement.
Senate: Human Resources
Sent to subcommittee
SB 798
63-0 (1973)
Author: Mauzy, Oscar
Relating to the purchase, filing and maintaining a performance bond for persons in the business of constructing swimming pools; requiring a performance bond prior to obtaining a building permit; and declaring an emergency.
Senate: Human Resources
Sent to subcommittee
HB 465
62-0 (1971)
Author: Swanson, Bill T.
Relating to removing the sales, excise adn use tax exemption for contractors performing a contract for the United States or its incorporated or unincorporated agencies and instrumentalities.
HB 583
62-0 (1971)
Author: Haynes, Clyde
Relating to the authority of the Commissioner of Labor Statistics to publish and circulate lists of contractors who have failed to meet certain contractual and statutory specifications for public works projects.
HB 1190
62-0 (1971)
Author: Davis, HaroldSponsor: Herring, Charles
Relating to eliminating the requirement for a certification on the invoice by the contractor or seller and requiring that such invoice be tendered in accordance with Board of Control rules and regulations.
SB 320
62-0 (1971)
Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe" | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the Commissioner of Labor Statistics to publish and circulate lists of contractors who have failed to meet certain contractual and statutory specifications for public works projects.
HB 8
61-0 (1969)
Author: Traeger, John
Relating to the redefinition of certain contractors and repairmen.
HB 129
61-0 (1969)
Author: Moyer, J. Hudson
Relating to amending taxation Statutes to restore certain provisions to the definition of contractor or repairman; relocating the exemption for certain purchases by contractors or repairmen.
HB 753
61-0 (1969)
Author: Price, William Rayford
Relating to recovery of attorneys' fees in a suit to recover on a payment bond executed by a public prime contractor.
HB 835
61-0 (1969)
Author: Evans, C. David
Relating to creating the Home Improvement Contractors Licensing Law; providing penalties and creating penal offenses.
SB 438
61-0 (1969)
Author: Word, James Powell
Relating to certain covenants of indemnification in contracts or agreements pertaining to construction, alteration, maintenance, or repair of certain improvements to or on real property.
HB 42
60-0 (1967)
Author: Simpson, Joshua M. "Red" | et. al.
Relating to declaring construction payments and loan receipts to be trust funds.
HB 117
60-0 (1967)
Author: Moyer, J. Hudson
Relating to regulating the business conduct of painting and decorating contractors; creating a regulatory board and prescribing membership, duties, and procedures; requiring a painting or decorating contractor's license; providing a penalty; making an appropriation.
HB 304
60-0 (1967)
Author: Duggan, Jr., Fitzhugh Lee | et. al.
Relating to contractual relationship between parties to a construction contract; exempting contracts in existence prior to the date this Act takes effect; providing that all other laws or parts of laws do not conflict herewith; providing for severability.
HB 330
60-0 (1967)
Author: Crews, David William
Relating to declaring certain requirements for indemnity in construction contracts to be against public policy, void and unenforceable.
HB 557
60-0 (1967)
Author: Nugent, James E.
Relating to notice and bonding requirements for nonresident construction contractors; prescribing a penalty; providing exemptions.
HB 954
60-0 (1967)
Author: Longoria, Raul
Relating to fixing mechanics' liens on homesteads; requiring that a performance bond be filed with the contract.
HB 984
60-0 (1967)
Author: Floyd, Guy Lawrence Maximilian | et. al.
Relating to enacting the Home Improvement Contractors Licensing Law; providing penalties and creating penal offenses.
HB 1190
60-0 (1967)
Author: Williamson, Billy H. | et. al.
Relating to workmen's compensation and other coverage for employees of highway subcontractors.
HB 1225
60-0 (1967)
Author: Floyd, Guy Lawrence Maximilian | et. al.
Relating to enacting the Home Improvement Contractors Licensing Law; providing penalties and creating penal offenses.
SB 112
60-0 (1967)
Author: Herring, Charles
Relating to amending certain statute so as to eliminate the requirement that a contract bidder file an antitrust affidavit each time he submits a contract bid and to require a bidder to file, and to renew, the affidavit with his bid list application.
SB 170
60-0 (1967)
Author: Word, James Powell
Relating to contractual relationship between parties to a construction contract; exempting contracts in existence prior to the date this Act takes effect.
SB 472
60-0 (1967)
Author: Bernal, Joseph J.
Relating to the Home Improvement Contractors Licensing Law; providing penalties and creating penal offenses.
SB 480
60-0 (1967)
Author: Word, James Powell
Relating to declaring construction payments and loan receipts to be trust funds; defining wrongful disbursement and misapplication of trust funds as a misdemeanor and felony and attaching a penalty; making the Texas Trust Act inapplicable and the application of the Act inapplicable to bonded jobs, closing agents and lending institutions.
HB 86
59-0 (1965)
Author: Simpson, Joshua M. "Red"
Relating to amending certain statutes by providing that certain persons, firms and corporations who may labor, specially fabricate material, or furnish labor or material to be used in the prosecution of work for the construction or repair of certain houses, buildings or improvements on real property shall be deemed to be in a direct contractual relationship with the owner of such real property and may perfect his lien against the property in the same manner as any other original contractor.
HB 576
59-0 (1965)
Author: Duggan, Jr., Fitzhugh Lee
Relating to amending certain statutes by providing that liens attaching to oil and gas and mineral property and machinery, buildings, appurtenances thereto used in the operation thereof on behalf of suppliers of materials and services to the owner or operator of such properties attach also to the oil and gas produced therefrom and the proceeds from the sale thereof and to constitute the operator of such property the agent of the owner or owners thereof.
HB 878
59-0 (1965)
Author: Duggan, Jr., Fitzhugh Lee | et. al.
Relating to the immunity of construction contractors from liability for certain defects.
SB 419
59-0 (1965)
Author: Blanchard, H.J. "Doc"
Relating to the immunity of construction contractors from liability for certain defects.
SB 542
59-0 (1965)
Author: Spears, Jr., Franklin Scott
Relating to authorizing cities in certain counties to adopt ordinances to regulate the home improvement and repair contracting business.
HB 435
58-0 (1963)
Author: Townsend, James Terrell "Terry"
Relating to limiting the liability of laborers, mechanics, materialmen, contractors, builders, architects, and engineers for injuries done to the person of another or for trespass for injury to the estate or the property of another as a result of conditions existing on lands or of buildings, machinery or other work or improvements constructed, installed or performed thereon where such injury or trespass occurs after possession of the premises was delivered to the owner upon completion; and providing a defense to any such action.
HB 925
58-0 (1963)
Author: Quilliam, Jr., William Reed
Relating to including producers of ready-built homes in the definition of Contractor or Repairman in the Limited Sales, Excise and Use Tax Act.
HB 1064
58-0 (1963)
Author: Atwell, Ben | et. al.
Relating to providing for the period of notice stipulation in contracts between Federal prime contractors and their subcontractors.
SB 255
58-0 (1963)
Author: Crump, Louis M.
Relating to limiting the liability of laborers, mechanics, materialmen, contractors, builders, architects and engineers who are not also owners of the lands, improvements, or machinery affected, for injuries done to the person of another or for trespass for injury to the estate or the property of another as a result of conditions existing on lands or of buildings, machinery or other work or improvements constructed, installed or performed thereon where such injury or trespass occurs after possession of the premises was delivered to the owner upon completion.
SCR 81
58-0 (1963)
Author: Crump, Louis M.
Suspending the Joint Rules of the Legislature in order to consider S. B. No. 255.
HB 845
57-0 (1961)
Author: Yezak, Herman
Relating to amending a certain Act exempting certain equipment from permit fees.
HB 876
57-0 (1961)
Author: Dungan, William Taylor "Bill"
Relating to amending a certain Statute raising revenue for the State of Texas; providing for the imposition of an occupation tax on highway contractors; providing for administration and enforcement.
HB 344
56-0 (1959)
Author: McGregor, Frank Bobbitt | et. al.
Relating to the requirement of performance and payment bonds by public contractors and claims and liens thereunder for materials and labor.
HB 684
56-0 (1959)
Author: Jones, Obie
Relating to providing for the regulation and licensing of the occupation of contracting for the performance of painting, decorating and paper-hanging, or any of these occupations; making an appropriation of fees prescribed.
SB 183
56-0 (1959)
Author: Secrest, Jarrard
Relating to the requirement of performance and payment bonds by public contractors and claims and liens thereunder for materials and labor.
HB 49
56-3 (1959)
Author: Cowen, Warren C. "Red" | et. al.
Relating to providing for the regulation and licensing of the occupation of contracting for the performance of painting, decorating and paperhanging, or any of these occupations.
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 698
55-0 (1957)
Author: Cory, Richard Henry "Dick"
Relating to protected assignments of accounts receivable.
SB 92
55-0 (1957)
Author: Lock, Ottis E.
Relating to repealing bond for wages, relating to the requirement of the usual penal bond on public works and the additional obligation that a contractor shall make payments to all persons supplying him with services and materials in work on public jobs; 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 298
54-0 (1955)
Author: Lieck, Jr., Charles J.
Relating to amending Statutes to provide for the itemization, verification and filing of claims within ninety days from the date of the delivery of materials and the performance of work, or from the date payment is due where such labor and materials have been the subject of written contract.
HB 356
53-0 (1953)
Author: Yancy, Jr., James Watson
Relating to amending Article 5160, entitled Bond for Wages, providing for the payment of claims of those who furnish to contractors or sub-contractors equipment on a rental basis or services in the construction or repair of any public building, eliminating therefrom the requirement for filing an itemized statement of claim with the County Clerk, providing for the retention of twenty per cent of the contract price, and for a lien thereon in favor of claimants.
HB 382
53-0 (1953)
Author: Downer, Albert Dee
Relating to providing for the regulation and licensing of the occupation of contracting for the performance of painting, decorating and paper-hanging, or any of these occupations; making an appropriation of fees prescribed.
SB 177
53-0 (1953)
Author: Lock, Ottis E.
Relating to amending certain Statutes by reducing the amount of bond to be executed by contractors for textbooks.
SB 341
52-0 (1951)
Author: Bracewell, Jr., Joseph Searcy
Relating to amending article entitled "Bond for Wages," providing for the payment of claims of those who furnish to contractors or sub-contractors equipment on a rental basis or services in the construction or repair of any public building.
SB 172
51-0 (1949)
Author: Aikin, Jr., A.M.
Relating to amending a previous Act, concerning payment of purchases which amount to $10.00 or less by the State without the affidavit of the contractor or seller.
HB 157
50-0 (1947)
Author: Swanson, Frederick Glenn
Relating to amending a previous Act, relative to defining employee, employer and sub-contractor and providing the payment of compensation to employees who perform labor for another even though such employee be employed to perform such labor at a contract price or by piece work.
HB 185
47-0 (1941)
Author: Bean, Woodrow Wilson
Relating to making it unlawful for any person or other organization to engage in business or act in the capacity of a contractor without having obtained a license, and providing that the act shall not apply under certain conditions; classifying and defining "contractors"; creating the Contractors' State License Board and authorizing the Registrar of Contractors with approval of said board to adopt rules and regulations for the application of a license.
HB 432
47-0 (1941)
Author: Weatherford, S. William "Bill" | et. al.
Relating to amending a certain Article of the Revised Civil Statutes to provide for a contractor's and laborer's lien upon the drilling rig, drill stem, casing, and all drilling machinery under the circumstances otherwise set in Article 5473, as amended.
HB 78
46-0 (1939)
Author: Hankamer, Harold Monroe | et. al.
Relating to making it unlawful for any person, firm, copartnership, corporation, association or other organization or any combination thereof to engage in business or act in the capacity of a contractor without having obtained a license.
SB 29
46-0 (1939)
Author: Winfield, Henry L.
Relating to making it unlawful for any person, firm, co-partnership, corporation, association or other organization or any combinatory thereof to engage in business or act in the capacity of a contractor individually or jointly with others without having obtained a license.
SB 174
46-0 (1939)
Author: Brownlee, J. Houghton
Relating to regulating and controlling the business or occupation, and those engaged in the business or occupation of Painting, Decorating or Paperhanging, providing for the registration of persons engaged in such business or occupation; providing for the creation of the State Board of Contracting Painters, Decorators and Paperhangers Examiners.
HB 54
43-0 (1933)
Author: Jefferson, Pat Curtis
Relating to providing for the payment of not less than the general prevailing rate of wages on public works, and not less than the general prevailing rate of wages for legal holiday and overtime work on public works; providing penalties for violation of the provisions thereof.
HB 81
42-0 (1931)
Author: Bond, Thomas R.
Relating to amending certain statutes providing that any one contracting with the State of Texas or its political subdivisions for the construction of public buildings or the prosecution and completion of any public work, there shall be retained not less than ten per cent (10%) of the funds due and to become due to the contractor until final completion of said contract.
SB 336
40-0 (1927)
Author: Wood, Ashley Elijah | et. al.
Relating to requiring any person or persons, firm or corporation, entering into a formal contract with the State or its counties or sub-divisions thereof to execute bonds with sureties, with obligation that contractors shall pay laborers and those furnishing materials for such buildings and public works.
HB 33
40-1 (1927)
Author: Teer, Claude Duval
Relating to providing more adequate and better regulations and provisions in connection with bonds where a person or persons, firm or corporation, enter a formal contract with this State or its counties or school districts, or of subdivisions, thereof or any municipality therein for the construction of any public building or the prosecution and completion of any public work
SB 34
40-1 (1927)
Author: Wood, Ashley Elijah
Relating to providing more adequate and better regulations and provisions in connection with bonds where a person or persons, firm or corporation, enter into a formal contract with this State of its counties or school districts, or for subdivisions thereof or any municipality therein for the construction of any public building or the prosecution and completion of any public work.
SB 386
39-0 (1925)
Author: Woodward, Walter Calisto
Relating to requiring all public works authorized to be done by the State, or by any county, city or town incorporated under General or Special Law, or school district created by General or Special Law, to be done under contract and contracts by competitive bidding.
Senate: Civil Jurisprudence
HB 541
38-0 (1923)
Author: Jacks, Nathaniel Green
Relating to creating a lien in favor of any person, firm or corporation who may furnish any material, apparatus, fixtures, machinery or labor, to contractors who contract for public improvements.
HB 54
36-0 (1919)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to requiring the employment of citizens of the United States on public work, providing that any violation of the Act shall render all contracts with the State, county or municipality void.
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 53
36-0 (1919)
Author: McNealus, James Clayton
Relating to requiring the employment of citizens of the United States on public work, providing that any violation of the Act shall render all contracts with the State, county or municipality void, requiring all boards, officers, agents or employees of the State, county or municipalities having the power to enter into contracts for public work, to file in the office of the Commissioner of Labor Statistics the names and addresses of all contractors holding contracts with the State, county or municipality; requiring all contracts to keep a list of all employees stating whether they are natural born or naturalized citizens of the United States, and providing that all such lists shall be open to the inspection of the Commissioner of Labor Statistics; providing penalties.
SB 61
36-2 (1919)
Author: Suiter, William David "Will"
Relating to amending certain statutes so as to provide that any Text-book contractor shall make a Bond of Twenty-thousand Dollars, ($20,000.00), for each text-book adopted, and Three Thousand Dollars ($3,000.00), for each supplementary Text-book adopted.
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.
SB 286
35-0 (1917)
Author: Bailey, John H.
Relating to amending certain laws relating to liens on the homestead for improvements so as to include ditching, fencing and grubbing.
HB 63
34-0 (1915)
Author: Lewelling, Dwight Lyman | et. al.
Relating to protecting mechanics, artisans, laborers and material men for labor performed; requiring any owner or original contractor of any building on which such labor is performed to see that all such labor have been fully paid for at a just and reasonable valuation. Fixing the time and prescribing the method for filing liens.
HB 30
33-0 (1913)
Author: Henry, Lewis H. "Lewie"
Relating to requiring any person or persons, firm or corporation entering into a formal act of contract with this State or its counties or subdivisions thereof or any municipality therein for the construction of any public building or public work, to execute bonds with sureties, with obligation that contractors shall pay laborers and those furnishing materials for such buildings and public works.
HB 304
33-0 (1913)
Author: Jordan, Harry Phillip
Relating to liens.