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HB 1286 87-0 (2021) Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al. Relating to requirements for beneficial tax treatment related to a leasehold or other possessory interest in a public facility used to provide affordable housing. House: Urban Affairs Left pending in committee COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Corporations & Associations|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Housing--General|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 1510 87-0 (2021) Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.
Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the response and resilience of certain electricity service providers to major weather-related events or other natural disasters; granting authority to issue bonds. House: State Affairs
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|ELECTRIC UTILITY SYSTEM RESTORATION CORPORATION, TEXAS|Oil & Gas|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|Utilities--Electric|Utilities--Natural Gas
HB 1578 87-0 (2021) Author: Landgraf, Brooks | et. al.
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to recovery of attorney's fees in certain civil cases. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21 ATTORNEY'S FEES|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 1604 87-0 (2021) Author: Murphy, Jim Relating to requirements for beneficial tax treatment related to a leasehold or other possessory interest in a public facility used to provide affordable housing. House: Urban Affairs Referred to Urban Affairs Corporations & Associations|Housing--General|Taxation--General
HB 2246 87-0 (2021) Author: Shine, Hugh Relating to companies in which employees have ownership interests through employee stock ownership plans. House: State Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS|HISTORICALLY UNDERUTILIZED BUSINESSES|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3131 87-0 (2021) Author: Cole, Sheryl
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the information required to be included in the certificate of formation of a filing entity. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 1/1/22 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
HB 3364 87-0 (2021) Author: Turner, Chris Relating to business entities. House: Business & Industry Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Disaster Preparedness & Relief
HB 3640 87-0 (2021) Author: Hinojosa, Gina Relating to a preference in state purchasing for certain vendors. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Corporations & Associations|Purchasing--State
HB 4070 87-0 (2021) Author: Minjarez, Ina Relating to requiring female representation on the boards of directors of certain publicly traded corporations; authorizing administrative penalties. House: Business & Industry Referred to Business & Industry Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|INTERNET|SECRETARY OF STATE|Women
HB 4321 87-0 (2021) Author: Shine, Hugh Relating to the creation of the employee ownership assistance office within the Texas A&M University School of Business. House: Business & Industry Referred to Business & Industry Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
SB 344 87-0 (2021) Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al. Relating to the use of electronic signatures that employ blockchain or distributed ledger technology in certain business or governmental transactions. Senate: State Affairs Co-author authorized Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|DIGITAL SIGNATURES|Electronic Information Systems|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 356 87-0 (2021) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to the facilities that may be financed by a public facilities corporation. Senate: Local Government Referred to Local Government Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General
SB 357 87-0 (2021) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to the financing of certain grocery stores by a public facilities corporation. Senate: Local Government Referred to Local Government Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General
SB 591 87-0 (2021) Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Sponsor: Murphy, Jim
Relating to certain public facilities used to provide affordable housing. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Local Government
Committee report sent to Calendars COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Corporations & Associations|Housing--General|INTERNET|Taxation--General
SB 1203 87-0 (2021) Author: Hancock, Kelly
Sponsor: Turner, Chris
Relating to business entities. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Disaster Preparedness & Relief
SB 1634 87-0 (2021) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to requiring female representation on the boards of directors of certain publicly traded corporations; authorizing administrative penalties. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|INTERNET|SECRETARY OF STATE|Women
SB 1714 87-0 (2021) Author: West, Royce Relating to the Texas Community Reinvestment Act; authorizing a fee. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce BANKING, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Business & Commerce--General|COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT ACT, TEXAS|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|PUBLIC NOTICE
SB 1782 87-0 (2021) Author: Creighton, Brandon Relating to the response and resilience of certain utilities to major weather-related events or natural disasters. Senate: Business & Commerce Left pending in committee Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|ELECTRIC UTILITY SYSTEM RESTORATION CORPORATION, TEXAS|Oil & Gas|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|Utilities--Electric|Utilities--Natural Gas
SB 2029 87-0 (2021) Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al. Relating to the creation of the employee ownership assistance office within the Texas A&M University School of Business. Senate: Higher Education Referred to Higher Education Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
SB 2118 87-0 (2021) Author: Hughes, Bryan Relating to ensuring compliance with federal civil-rights laws by corporations doing business in Texas, and prohibiting discrimination in the selection of a corporation's board members. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Business & Commerce--General|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations|DISCRIMINATION
SB 2160 87-0 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to the filing of an assumed name certificate by certain business entities. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
SB 2227 87-0 (2021) Author: Hughes, Bryan Relating to securitizing costs associated with electric markets; granting authority to issue bonds. Senate: Business & Commerce Left pending in committee BONDS|Corporations & Associations|ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT)|ELECTRIC SECURITIZATION CORPORATION, TEXAS|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|SECRETARY OF STATE|Utilities--Electric|Utilities--General
HB 1198 86-0 (2019) Author: Shine, Hugh | et. al. Relating to companies in which employees have ownership interests through employee stock ownership plans. House: State Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS|EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP ASSISTANCE OFFICE|HISTORICALLY UNDERUTILIZED BUSINESSES|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1716 86-0 (2019) Author: Flynn, Dan Relating to certain public facilities financed, owned, and operated by a public facility corporation. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Committee report sent to Calendars Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|Purchasing--Local
HB 2361 86-0 (2019) Author: Moody, Joe Relating to the prosecution of limited liability companies and other business entities under the Penal Code. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Laid on the table subject to call Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Crimes--Miscellaneous|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 3044 86-0 (2019) Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to political expenditures made by a corporation to finance the solicitation of political contributions to a political committee. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19 Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
HB 3308 86-0 (2019) Author: Smithee, John Relating to nonprofit legal services corporations. House: Insurance Committee report sent to Calendars Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Insurance--General|Lawyers
HB 3602 86-0 (2019) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to domestic corporations and other domestic entities. House: Business & Industry Committee report sent to Calendars Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
HB 3603 86-0 (2019) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to derivative proceedings on behalf of for-profit corporations, limited liability companies, and limited partnerships. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Courts--Civil Procedure|Courts--General
HB 3606 86-0 (2019) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to ratification of defective corporate acts of nonprofit corporations; authorizing a fee. House: Business & Industry Committee report sent to Calendars ATTORNEY GENERAL|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 3608 86-0 (2019) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to business entities. House: Business & Industry Committee report sent to Calendars Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Electronic Information Systems|EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS|RECORDS MANAGEMENT
HB 3609 86-0 (2019) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the filing of an assumed name certificate by certain business entities. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19 Business & Commerce--General|CHANGED & ASSUMED NAMES|Corporations & Associations
HB 3692 86-0 (2019) Author: Thierry, Shawn Relating to the facilities that may be financed by a public facilities corporation. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services BONDS|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Education--General
HB 3694 86-0 (2019) Author: Thierry, Shawn Relating to the financing of certain grocery stores by a public facilities corporation. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
HB 4149 86-0 (2019) Author: Leach, Jeff Relating to the creation of the business court and the Court of Business Appeals to hear certain cases; authorizing fees. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Left pending in committee Business & Commerce--General|BUSINESS COURT NOMINATIONS ADVISORY COUNCIL|Corporations & Associations|Courts--Appellate|Courts--General|Courts--Judges|Governor|SUPREME COURT
HB 4317 86-0 (2019) Author: Flynn, Dan Relating to the creation and use of public facilities corporations. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services BONDS|Corporations & Associations
SB 1197 86-0 (2019) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to requiring female representation on the boards of directors of certain publicly traded corporations; authorizing administrative penalties. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|SECRETARY OF STATE|Women
SB 1258 86-0 (2019) Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Sponsor: Moody, Joe
Relating to the prosecution of limited liability companies and other business entities under the Penal Code. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Crimes--Miscellaneous|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
SB 1623 86-0 (2019) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Sponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to nonprofit legal services corporations. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19 Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Insurance--General|Lawyers
SB 1650 86-0 (2019) Author: Powell, Beverly Relating to employee-owned companies. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS|EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP ASSISTANCE OFFICE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1689 86-0 (2019) Author: West, Royce
Sponsor: Flynn, Dan
Relating to the creation and use of public facilities corporations. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|Political Subdivisions|Purchasing--Local
SB 1859 86-0 (2019) Author: Hancock, Kelly
Sponsor: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to business entities. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Electronic Information Systems|EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS|RECORDS MANAGEMENT
SB 1861 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José
Sponsor: Flynn, Dan
Relating to certain public facilities financed, owned, and operated by a public facility corporation. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|Housing--General|Purchasing--Local
SB 1969 86-0 (2019) Author: Hancock, Kelly
Sponsor: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to ratification of defective corporate acts of nonprofit corporations; authorizing a fee. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19 ATTORNEY GENERAL|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|SECRETARY OF STATE
SB 1970 86-0 (2019) Author: Hancock, Kelly Relating to the filing of an assumed name certificate by certain business entities. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s) Business & Commerce--General|CHANGED & ASSUMED NAMES|Corporations & Associations
SB 1971 86-0 (2019) Author: Hancock, Kelly
Sponsor: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to domestic corporations and other domestic entities. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
SB 1972 86-0 (2019) Author: Hancock, Kelly
Sponsor: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to derivative proceedings on behalf of for-profit corporations, limited liability companies, and limited partnerships. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Courts--Civil Procedure|Courts--General
SB 2001 86-0 (2019) Author: Alvarado, Carol Relating to the creation of research technology corporations for the development and commercialization of technologies owned by institutions of higher education or by certain medical centers with members that are institutions of higher education; providing for tax exemptions; providing a penalty. Senate: Higher Education Referred to Higher Education COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Corporations & Associations|DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT|Science & Technology|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 2019 86-0 (2019) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to requiring female representation on the governing authorities of certain business entities; authorizing an administrative penalty. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|INTERNET|SECRETARY OF STATE|Women
SB 2171 86-0 (2019) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to the facilities that may be financed by a public facilities corporation. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce BONDS|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Education--General
SB 2172 86-0 (2019) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to the financing of certain grocery stores by a public facilities corporation. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
SB 2259 86-0 (2019) Author: Hughes, Bryan Relating to the creation of the business court and the Court of Business Appeals to hear certain cases; authorizing fees. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Business & Commerce--General|BUSINESS COURT NOMINATIONS ADVISORY COUNCIL|Corporations & Associations|Courts--Appellate|Courts--General|Courts--Judges|Governor|SUPREME COURT
SJR 64 86-0 (2019) Author: Alvarado, Carol Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain property owned by or leased to or by a university research technology corporation. Senate: Higher Education Referred to Higher Education Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Legislature|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Science & Technology|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 906 85-0 (2017) Author: Elkins, Gary Relating to the creation of research technology corporations for the development and commercialization of technologies owned by institutions of higher education or by certain medical centers with members that are institutions of higher education; providing for tax exemptions; providing a penalty. House: Government Transparency & Operation Referred to Government Transparency & Operation COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Corporations & Associations|DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT|Science & Technology|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 1251 85-0 (2017) Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al. Relating to Internet broadcasts of open meetings held by the board of directors of certain development corporations. House: Government Transparency & Operation Considered in Calendars City Government--General|Corporations & Associations|DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS|Economic & Industrial Development--General|INTERNET|Open Meetings
HB 2594 85-0 (2017) Author: Villalba, Jason Relating to the creation of the chancery court and the court of chancery appeals to hear certain cases; authorizing fees. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Courts--Appellate|Courts--General|Governor|SUPREME COURT
HB 2651 85-0 (2017) Author: Laubenberg, Jodie Relating to the authority of a development corporation to create a subsidiary corporation. House: Economic & Small Business Development Referred to Economic & Small Business Development Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS|Economic & Industrial Development--General
HB 2761 85-0 (2017) Author: Cortez, Philip
Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the authority of a defense base development authority to participate in a company or partnership organized to finance redevelopment projects. House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Effective immediately BONDS|Corporations & Associations|Military & Veterans|Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
HB 2826 85-0 (2017) Author: Oliveira, René Relating to partnerships, limited liability companies, and other domestic and foreign entities and to series of limited liability companies and foreign entities. House: Business & Industry Laid on the table subject to call Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|PROCESS SERVERS|SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 2827 85-0 (2017) Author: Oliveira, René Relating to corporations, associations, real estate investment trusts, and related entities; authorizing fees. House: Business & Industry Laid on the table subject to call Business & Commerce--General|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations
HB 2999 85-0 (2017) Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by certain medical centers in certain counties. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/18 Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health--General|Science & Technology|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 3367 85-0 (2017) Author: Burrows, Dustin Relating to savings and loan associations, savings banks, residential mortgage loan originators and servicers, and other persons or entities under the regulatory jurisdiction of the Department of Savings and Mortgage Lending and the savings and mortgage lending commissioner; creating an offense; imposing an administrative penalty. House: Investments & Financial Services Committee report sent to Calendars Corporations & Associations|FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS|Financial--Banks|Financial--General|Financial--Savings & Loans|MORTGAGE BROKERS & BANKERS|MORTGAGE LOAN ORIGINATORS|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens|SAVINGS & MORTGAGE LENDING, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3488 85-0 (2017) Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to authorizing public benefit corporations. House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/17 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
HJR 54 85-0 (2017) Author: Elkins, Gary Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain property owned by or leased to or by a university research technology corporation. House: Government Transparency & Operation Referred to Government Transparency & Operation Corporations & Associations|DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Science & Technology|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 1517 85-0 (2017) Author: Hancock, Kelly
Sponsor: Oliveira, René
Relating to partnerships, limited liability companies, and other domestic and foreign entities and to series of limited liability companies and foreign entities. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|PROCESS SERVERS|SECRETARY OF STATE
SB 1518 85-0 (2017) Author: Hancock, Kelly
Sponsor: Oliveira, René
Relating to corporations, associations, real estate investment trusts, and related entities; authorizing fees. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17 Business & Commerce--General|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|SECRETARY OF STATE
SB 1809 85-0 (2017) Author: Huffman, Joan Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by certain medical centers in certain counties. Senate: Finance Left pending in committee Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health--General|Science & Technology|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 1855 85-0 (2017) Author: Uresti, Carlos Relating to the authority of a defense base development authority to participate in a company or partnership organized to finance redevelopment projects. House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s) Business & Commerce--Enterprise Zones|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Military & Veterans|Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
SB 1916 85-0 (2017) Author: Buckingham, Dawn Relating to savings and loan associations, savings banks, residential mortgage loan originators and servicers, and other persons or entities under the regulatory jurisdiction of the Department of Savings and Mortgage Lending and the savings and mortgage lending commissioner; creating an offense. Senate: Business & Commerce Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS|Financial--Banks|Financial--General|Financial--Savings & Loans|MORTGAGE BROKERS & BANKERS|MORTGAGE LOAN ORIGINATORS|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens|SAVINGS & MORTGAGE LENDING, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 590 84-0 (2015) Author: Elkins, Gary | et. al.
Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the creation of research technology corporations for the development and commercialization of technologies owned by institutions of higher education or by certain medical centers with members that are institutions of higher education; providing for tax exemptions; providing a penalty. House: Government Transparency & Operation
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Science & Technology|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 1603 84-0 (2015) Author: Villalba, Jason Relating to the creation of the chancery court and the court of chancery appeals to hear certain cases; authorizing fees. House: Business & Industry Committee report sent to Calendars Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Courts--Appellate|Courts--General|Governor|SUPREME COURT
HB 1685 84-0 (2015) Author: Hughes, Bryan Relating to the satisfaction of a condition of community supervision requiring performance of community service. House: Corrections Considered in Local & Consent Calendars Business & Commerce--General|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|COMMUNITY SERVICE|Corporations & Associations|MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION
HB 1864 84-0 (2015) Author: Bell, Cecil Relating to the ability of professional associations to hire certain health care professionals. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 2142 84-0 (2015) Author: Oliveira, René | et. al. Relating to corporations and fundamental business transactions. House: Business & Industry Laid on the table subject to call Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
HB 2144 84-0 (2015) Author: Oliveira, René | et. al. Relating to partnerships and limited liability companies. House: Business & Industry Laid on the table subject to call Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
HB 2330 84-0 (2015) Author: Zerwas, John | et. al. Relating to the right of a dentist to contract for certain services. House: Public Health Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|DENTAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF|DENTAL SERVICES|DENTISTS & DENTISTRY|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 2511 84-0 (2015) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the creation of the human trafficking prevention business partnership. House: State Affairs
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|HUMAN TRAFFICKING|SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 2667 84-0 (2015) Author: Ashby, Trent
Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the abolishment of certain programs administered by the Texas Economic Development Bank. House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15 Agriculture|Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BANK, TEXAS|HISTORICALLY UNDERUTILIZED BUSINESSES
HB 2679 84-0 (2015) Author: Flynn, Dan
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the powers of a public facility corporation. House: Investments & Financial Services
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|Purchasing--Local
HB 2769 84-0 (2015) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al. Relating to the date of expiration of a certain pilot revolving loan program established under the loanstar revolving loan program to provide for energy efficiency measures and renewable energy technology for certain organizations. House: Energy Resources Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Energy--Conservation|LOANS|Science & Technology
HB 2891 84-0 (2015) Author: Otto, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to certain filing and reporting requirements for certain taxable entities. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 1/1/16 Business & Commerce--General|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS|SECRETARY OF STATE|Taxation--Franchise
HB 2941 84-0 (2015) Author: Capriglione, Giovanni Relating to the computation of wages and cash compensation for purposes of the franchise tax. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Corporations & Associations|Labor--Wages|Taxation--Franchise
HB 3168 84-0 (2015) Author: Simmons, Ron Relating to remedies for oppression of minority shareholders by directors of closely held corporations. House: Business & Industry Left pending in committee Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 3434 84-0 (2015) Author: Parker, Tan Relating to the definition of "person" under the Uniform Commercial Code. House: Business & Industry Laid on the table subject to call Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE
HB 3479 84-0 (2015) Author: Oliveira, René Relating to authorizing certain distributions of income from a nonprofit corporation to members of the corporation who are certain nonprofit corporations. House: Business & Industry Laid on the table subject to call Business & Commerce--General|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations
HB 3548 84-0 (2015) Author: VanDeaver, Gary Relating to the authority of the TexAmericas Center to incorporate a nonprofit corporation for certain purposes and to the tax treatment of such a nonprofit corporation. House: Special Purpose Districts Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Military & Veterans|Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 3594 84-0 (2015) Author: Miller, Rick Relating to credits against the ad valorem taxes imposed by a school district on the property of certain persons who provide an educational alternative for a child eligible to attend a public school in the district. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Corporations & Associations|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Education--Primary & Secondary--Private|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Taxation--School District
HB 3993 84-0 (2015) Author: Rose, Toni Relating to certain programs established by a municipality to provide affordable housing. House: Urban Affairs Referred to Urban Affairs Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|City Government--General|City Government--Land Use & Zoning|Corporations & Associations|Housing--General
HJR 64 84-0 (2015) Author: Elkins, Gary
Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain property owned by or leased to or by a university research technology corporation. House: Government Transparency & Operation
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Legislature|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Science & Technology|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 433 84-0 (2015) Author: Burton, Konni Relating to a membership interest in a limited liability company subject to a charging order. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
SB 519 84-0 (2015) Author: Schwertner, Charles
Sponsor: Crownover, Myra
Relating to the registration of dental support organizations; imposing a fee; requiring an occupational registration; providing a civil penalty. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15 Corporations & Associations|DENTAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF|DENTISTS & DENTISTRY|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|SECRETARY OF STATE
SB 859 84-0 (2015) Author: Eltife, Kevin
Sponsor: Oliveira, René | et. al.
Relating to partnerships and limited liability companies. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
SB 860 84-0 (2015) Author: Eltife, Kevin
Sponsor: Oliveira, René | et. al.
Relating to corporations and fundamental business transactions. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
SB 960 84-0 (2015) Author: Uresti, Carlos Relating to the right of a dentist to contract for certain services. Senate: Health & Human Services Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|DENTAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF|DENTAL SERVICES|DENTISTS & DENTISTRY|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 1077 84-0 (2015) Author: Eltife, Kevin
Sponsor: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to the definition of "person" under the Uniform Commercial Code. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
SB 1233 84-0 (2015) Author: Taylor, Larry
Sponsor: Oliveira, René
Relating to authorizing certain distributions of income from a nonprofit corporation to members of the corporation who are certain nonprofit corporations. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately Business & Commerce--General|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations
SB 1266 84-0 (2015) Author: Estes, Craig Relating to the powers of a public facility corporation. Senate: Intergovernmental Relations Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|Purchasing--Local
SB 1528 84-0 (2015) Author: Burton, Konni Relating to corporate donations to a charity chosen by a political contributor. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|Ethics|GIFTS & DONATIONS|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
SB 1541 84-0 (2015) Author: Perry, Charles Relating to certain reporting requirements for taxable entities. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Business & Commerce--General|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS|SECRETARY OF STATE|Taxation--Franchise
SB 1563 84-0 (2015) Author: Eltife, Kevin
Sponsor: VanDeaver, Gary
Relating to the authority of the TexAmericas Center to incorporate a nonprofit corporation for certain purposes and to the tax treatment of such a nonprofit corporation. House: Special Purpose Districts
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Military & Veterans|Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 1973 84-0 (2015) Author: Taylor, Van Relating to the names of certain businesses. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Business & Commerce--General|CHANGED & ASSUMED NAMES|Corporations & Associations
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 CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|Corporations & Associations|Historic Preservation & Museums|HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1316 83-0 (2013) Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al. Relating to exempting the first $1 million from total revenue for purposes of the franchise tax. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 1397 83-0 (2013) Author: Fletcher, Allen Relating to exempting the first $1 million from total revenue for purposes of the franchise tax. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 1624 83-0 (2013) Author: Cortez, Philip
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the assumed name of a series limited liability company. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13 Business & Commerce--General|CHANGED & ASSUMED NAMES|Corporations & Associations
HB 1646 83-0 (2013) Author: Flynn, Dan
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to revising provisions in certain laws governing certain banks and trust companies in this state to conform to changes in terminology made by the Business Organizations Code. House: Investments & Financial Services
Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report printed and distributed Corporations & Associations|Financial--Banks|Financial--General
HB 1809 83-0 (2013) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to the authority of a cultural education facilities finance corporation to acquire and finance certain public property projects. House: Ways & Means 1 hr. notice-for reconsideration Arts & Humanities|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|City Government--General|Corporations & Associations|County Government--General|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|RECREATIONAL & CULTURAL FACILITIES
HB 1928 83-0 (2013) Author: Oliveira, René Relating to social purposes of a for-profit corporation and the consideration of social purposes and other interests by officers and directors of a for-profit corporation. House: Business & Industry Laid on the table subject to call Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
HB 1929 83-0 (2013) Author: Oliveira, René Relating to business entities and associations. House: Business & Industry Laid on the table subject to call Corporations & Associations
HB 1977 83-0 (2013) Author: Kuempel, John | et. al. Relating to construction manager-agents and managers-at-risk used by governmental entities. House: Government Efficiency & Reform Left pending in committee ARCHITECTS & ARCHITECTURE|BUILDING CONSTRUCTION|City Government--General|Corporations & Associations|County Government--General|ENGINEERS & ENGINEERING|Political Subdivisions
HB 1980 83-0 (2013) Author: Parker, Tan | et. al. Relating to contributions by a corporation or labor organization from an employee or member that are used to assist a political committee; providing a criminal penalty. House: Elections Referred to Elections Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|Labor--General|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
HB 2370 83-0 (2013) Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al. Relating to an exemption from the franchise tax for a limited period following the relocation of a taxable entity to this state from another state. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee Business & Commerce--General|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 2565 83-0 (2013) Author: Carter, Stefani Relating to the formation of benefit corporations and to the consideration of public benefits and other interests by officers and directors of benefit corporations; providing for the imposition of a fee. House: Business & Industry Withdrawn from schedule Corporations & Associations|SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 2622 83-0 (2013) Author: Creighton, Brandon Relating to the creation of a low-profit limited liability company. House: Business & Industry Referred to Business & Industry Business & Commerce--General|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations
HB 2780 83-0 (2013) Author: Elkins, Gary | et. al. Relating to the establishment of research technology corporations by institutions of higher education; providing for tax exemptions. House: Technology
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Science & Technology
HB 2788 83-0 (2013) Author: Smithee, John Relating to the licensing of captive insurance companies; authorizing fees. House: Insurance Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Protection of Personal Information
HB 2879 83-0 (2013) Author: Laubenberg, Jodie Relating to cemeteries and perpetual care cemetery corporations; creating an offense. House: Investments & Financial Services Laid on the table subject to call Cemeteries|Corporations & Associations|CREMATORIES & CREMATION
HB 3254 83-0 (2013) Author: Kacal, Kyle Relating to making a political expenditure for the purpose of allowing a candidate or officeholder to address a meeting of a corporation or labor organization. House: Elections Referred to Elections Corporations & Associations|Elections--Candidates|Labor--General|State Officers
HB 3778 83-0 (2013) Author: Isaac, Jason Relating to requiring state approval of bonds issued by housing finance corporations. House: Urban Affairs Referred to Urban Affairs BOND REVIEW BOARD|BONDS|City Government--Finance|Corporations & Associations|County Government--Finance|Housing--Finance|Political Subdivisions
HB 3856 83-0 (2013) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to building workforce skills to compete for trade-related jobs, business opportunities and investment. House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Referred to International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Alcoholism & Drug Abuse|Business & Commerce--General|Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Corporations & Associations|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM, OFFICE OF|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|HUMAN TRAFFICKING|IMPORTS & EXPORTS|Labor--Workforce Development|RAILROAD COMMISSION|RURAL AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF|SECRETARY OF STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF|TEXAS GLOBAL WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TASK FORCE|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Transportation--Miscellaneous|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 594 83-0 (2013) Author: Deuell, Bob Relating to exempting the first $1 million from total revenue for purposes of the franchise tax. Senate: Finance Reported from s/c favorably with substitute Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
SB 615 83-0 (2013) Author: Estes, Craig
Sponsor: King, Phil
Relating to the contracting authority of the Texas Historical Commission. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/13 CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|Corporations & Associations|Historic Preservation & Museums|HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 661 83-0 (2013) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to cemeteries and perpetual care cemetery corporations; creating an offense. House: Investments & Financial Services
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13 Cemeteries|Corporations & Associations|CREMATORIES & CREMATION
SB 699 83-0 (2013) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Villalba, Jason
Relating to the contents of an assumed name certificate filed by certain businesses or professionals. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13 Business & Commerce--General|CHANGED & ASSUMED NAMES|Corporations & Associations
SB 734 83-0 (2013) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to the licensing of captive insurance companies; authorizing fees and authorizing and imposing taxes. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Protection of Personal Information
SB 804 83-0 (2013) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Flynn, Dan
Relating to revising provisions in certain laws governing certain banks and trust companies in this state to conform to changes in terminology made by the Business Organizations Code. House: Investments & Financial Services
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Financial--Banks|Financial--General
SB 847 83-0 (2013) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Oliveira, René
Relating to business entities and associations. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13 Corporations & Associations
SB 849 83-0 (2013) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Oliveira, René
Relating to social purposes of a for-profit corporation and the consideration of social purposes and other interests by officers and directors of a for-profit corporation. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
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 CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|Ethics|Governor|INTERNET|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS|RECORDS MANAGEMENT|State Employees|State Officers
SB 1063 83-0 (2013) Author: Hegar, Glenn
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the inclusion of natural gas as a public facility for a public facility corporation. House: Energy Resources
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately City Government--General|Corporations & Associations|Oil & Gas|Purchasing--Local
HB 479 82-0 (2011) Author: Orr, Rob
Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the location of board meetings of certain economic development corporations. House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately City Government--General|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General
HB 521 82-0 (2011) Author: Elkins, Gary Relating to the applicability of certain laws governing corporations to limited liability companies. House: Business & Industry Laid on the table subject to call Corporations & Associations
HB 877 82-0 (2011) Author: Howard, Charlie Relating to the definition of controlling interest for purposes of the franchise tax. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 1056 82-0 (2011) Author: Villarreal, Mike Relating to the ad valorem taxation of property used to provide low-income or moderate-income housing. House: Ways & Means Committee report sent to Calendars Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Housing--General|Property Interests--Real Property|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 1263 82-0 (2011) Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the powers, duties, and financing of certain facilities finance corporations. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Arts & Humanities|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|City Government--General|Corporations & Associations|County Government--General|Political Subdivisions
HB 1742 82-0 (2011) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda Relating to the authority of a regional transportation authority to create a local government corporation. House: Transportation Companion considered in lieu of in committee Corporations & Associations|Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 1814 82-0 (2011) Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the provision of water and certain equipment by water supply or sewer service corporations for use in fire suppression and the liability of those corporations. House: Natural Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/11 City Government--General|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations|Fire Fighters & Police--Volunteer|FIRE SAFETY & PREVENTION|Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 1873 82-0 (2011) Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al. Relating to business entities and associations. House: Business & Industry Laid on the table subject to call Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
HB 1954 82-0 (2011) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the application of the franchise tax to certain S corporations. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 2000 82-0 (2011) Author: Garza, John Relating to taxation of property owned or controlled by a public facility corporation. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Corporations & Associations|Political Subdivisions|Property Interests--Real Property|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 2077 82-0 (2011) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to a pilot program under the loanstar revolving loan program to promote the use of energy efficiency measures and renewable energy technology by certain nonprofit organizations. House: Energy Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Energy--Conservation|LOANS|RENEWABLE ENERGY|Science & Technology|STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE
HB 2349 82-0 (2011) Author: Larson, Lyle Relating to the authority of independent school districts to invest in corporate bonds. House: Public Education Considered in Calendars BONDS|Corporations & Associations|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Education--School Districts
HB 2359 82-0 (2011) Author: Hopson, Chuck
Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to direct campaign expenditures. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|ETHICS COMMISSION, TEXAS|Labor--Management Relations|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
HB 2393 82-0 (2011) Author: Davis, Sarah Relating to a request by the owner of an ownership interest in a domestic entity that the interest be uncertificated. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
HB 2495 82-0 (2011) Author: Hernandez Luna, Ana
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to cemeteries and perpetual care cemetery corporations; providing a penalty. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11 BANKING, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Cemeteries|Corporations & Associations|FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS
HB 2503 82-0 (2011) Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to insurance agent licenses issued to certain foreign corporations and partnerships. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11 Corporations & Associations|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2606 82-0 (2011) Author: Nash, Barbara Relating to permissible political expenditures by a corporation or labor organization. House: Elections Referred to Elections Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing
HB 3215 82-0 (2011) Author: Button, Angie Relating to a limitation on use of corporate revenue by economic development corporations. House: Economic & Small Business Development Referred to Economic & Small Business Development Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Taxation--Sales
HB 3244 82-0 (2011) Author: Elkins, Gary Relating to shareholder standing to institute or maintain a derivative proceeding after a merger. House: Business & Industry Laid on the table subject to call Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
HB 3302 82-0 (2011) Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the authority of certain Type A economic development corporations to undertake certain categories of projects. House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately City Government--General|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Taxation--Sales
SB 323 82-0 (2011) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the applicability of certain laws governing corporations to limited liability companies. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11 Corporations & Associations
SB 748 82-0 (2011) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Giddings, Helen
Relating to business entities and associations. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
SB 888 82-0 (2011) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the authority of a regional transportation authority to create a local government corporation. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Transportation--Miscellaneous
SB 1167 82-0 (2011) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Hernandez Luna, Ana
Relating to cemeteries and perpetual care cemetery corporations; providing a penalty. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11 BANKING, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Cemeteries|Corporations & Associations|FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS
SB 1451 82-0 (2011) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to direct campaign expenditures by corporations and labor organizations. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|Labor--Management Relations|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
SB 1528 82-0 (2011) Author: Hinojosa, Juan Relating to taxation of property owned or controlled by a public facility corporation. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance Corporations & Associations|Political Subdivisions|Property Interests--Real Property|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 1543 82-0 (2011) Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Sponsor: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the authority of an independent school district to invest in corporate bonds. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately BONDS|Corporations & Associations|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Education--School Districts
SB 1568 82-0 (2011) Author: Estes, Craig
Sponsor: Elkins, Gary
Relating to shareholder standing after a merger. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
SB 1659 82-0 (2011) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the provision of water and certain equipment by water supply or sewer service corporations for use in fire suppression and the liability of those corporations. Senate: Natural Resources No action taken in committee City Government--General|Corporations & Associations|Fire Fighters & Police--Volunteer|FIRE SAFETY & PREVENTION|Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 391 81-0 (2009) Author: Villarreal, Mike | et. al. Relating to limits on political contributions and direct campaign expenditures by individuals, partnerships, partners, and limited liability companies; providing civil and criminal penalties. House: Elections Left pending in committee CLEAN ELECTIONS ACT|Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|ETHICS COMMISSION, TEXAS|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
HB 1036 81-0 (2009) Author: Paxton, Ken | et. al. Relating to the method of computing the franchise tax and the rates of the tax. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 1049 81-0 (2009) Author: Madden, Jerry Relating to the deduction of membership fees for correctional employee organizations from a state employee's salary. House: Corrections Referred to Corrections Corporations & Associations|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS|State Employees
HB 1269 81-0 (2009) Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al. Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by certain organizations engaged primarily in performing charitable functions. House: Ways & Means No action taken in committee Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 1476 81-0 (2009) Author: Sheffield, Ralph
Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to capital stock and surplus requirements for certain insurance companies. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/09 Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1617 81-0 (2009) Author: Swinford, David Relating to limited agricultural cooperatives; providing penalties. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs Agriculture|Corporations & Associations|LIMITED AGRICULTURAL COOPERATIVES ACT
HB 1787 81-0 (2009) Author: Solomons, Burt | et. al.
Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the designation or appointment of registered agents for service of process, notice, or demand on certain entities or associations. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 1/1/10 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
HB 1955 81-0 (2009) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to administrative and contract provisions applicable to certain nonprofit corporations located in large counties. House: Business & Industry Left pending in committee Amusements, Games, Sports|Corporations & Associations|Open Records
HB 2235 81-0 (2009) Author: Giddings, Helen Relating to business entities and associations. House: Business & Industry Laid on the table subject to call Corporations & Associations
HB 2525 81-0 (2009) Author: Smith, Todd
Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to political expenditures made by a corporation or labor organization to finance the establishment and administration of a political committee. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|Labor--Management Relations|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
HB 2593 81-0 (2009) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the application of the franchise tax to certain S corporations. House: Ways & Means Committee report sent to Calendars Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--General
HB 2706 81-0 (2009) Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al. Relating to the authority of physicians and chiropractors to form certain entities. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services Business & Commerce--General|CHIROPRACTIC & CHIROPRACTORS|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|PHYSICIANS
HB 3164 81-0 (2009) Author: Davis, Yvonne Relating to qualifications for an ad valorem tax exemption for property used to provide low-income or moderate-income housing. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Housing--General|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 3624 81-0 (2009) Author: Elkins, Gary Relating to the applicability of certain laws governing corporations to limited liability companies. House: Business & Industry Left pending in subcommittee Corporations & Associations
HB 3820 81-0 (2009) Author: Swinford, David | et. al. Relating to the governance and disclosure requirements of electric cooperative corporations and the review of complaints of electric cooperative corporation members by the Office of the Attorney General. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee ATTORNEY GENERAL|AUDITS & AUDITORS|Consumer Protection|Corporations & Associations|Utilities--Electric
HB 3994 81-0 (2009) Author: Hunter, Todd Relating to insurance agent licenses issued to certain foreign corporations and partnerships. House: Insurance Committee report sent to Calendars Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 4003 81-0 (2009) Author: Paxton, Ken | et. al. Relating to the rates and computation of the franchise tax. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 4103 81-0 (2009) Author: Weber, Randy
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to management committees of certain nonprofit corporations. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/09 Corporations & Associations|Religion
HB 4265 81-0 (2009) Author: Howard, Charlie | et. al.
Sponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the definition of controlling interest for purposes of the franchise tax. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
Placed on intent calendar Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 4444 81-0 (2009) Author: Dunnam, Jim Relating to the election of the speaker of the house of representatives; providing criminal penalties. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|ETHICS COMMISSION, TEXAS|Legislature|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
SB 246 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot Relating to limits on political contributions and direct campaign expenditures by individuals, partnerships, partners, and limited liability companies; providing civil and criminal penalties. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs CLEAN ELECTIONS ACT|Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|ETHICS COMMISSION, TEXAS|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
SB 323 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot Relating to the franchise tax liability of certain taxable entities during an initial period of operation. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
SB 475 81-0 (2009) Author: Wentworth, Jeff | et. al.
Sponsor: Oliveira, Rene | et. al.
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by certain organizations engaged primarily in performing charitable functions or in providing services to aid in economic development. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
Placed on General State Calendar Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 500 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapiro, Florence
Sponsor: Solomons, Burt
Relating to the powers, duties, and financing of cultural education facilities finance corporations. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Economic Development
Placed on General State Calendar Arts & Humanities|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|City Government--General|Corporations & Associations|County Government--General|Political Subdivisions
SB 613 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot Relating to political contributions and expenditures; providing civil and criminal penalties. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
SB 744 81-0 (2009) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to qualifications for an ad valorem tax exemption for property used to provide low-income or moderate-income housing. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Housing--General|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 1196 81-0 (2009) Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario Relating to administrative and contract provisions applicable to certain nonprofit corporations located in large counties. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Amusements, Games, Sports|Corporations & Associations|Open Records
SB 1442 81-0 (2009) Author: Fraser, Troy
Sponsor: Giddings, Helen
Relating to business entities and associations. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/09 Corporations & Associations
SB 1773 81-0 (2009) Author: Fraser, Troy
Sponsor: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the applicability of certain laws governing corporations to limited liability companies. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
1 hr. notice-to suspend rules Corporations & Associations
SB 2186 81-0 (2009) Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario Relating to a reporting requirement for certain nonprofit corporations that award college scholarships. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Electronic Information Systems|Open Records|SCHOLARSHIPS
SB 2348 81-0 (2009) Author: Ogden, Steve Relating to the composition and appointment of the board of directors of a corporation to which the board of regents of The University of Texas System delegates investment authority for the permanent university fund or other funds under the control of the board of regents, and to the administration of that corporation. Senate: Higher Education Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Finance|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
SB 2578 81-0 (2009) Author: Averitt, Kip Relating to insurance agent licenses issued to certain foreign corporations and partnerships. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Insurance Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SJR 15 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot Proposing a constitutional amendment providing that Section 24, Article VIII, Texas Constitution, does not apply to a tax imposed on certain business entities. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance Corporations & Associations|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Income
HB 111 80-0 (2007) Author: Villarreal, Mike | et. al. Relating to limits on political contributions and direct campaign expenditures by individuals, partnerships, partners, and limited liability companies; providing civil and criminal penalties. House: Elections Left pending in committee CLEAN ELECTIONS ACT|Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|ETHICS COMMISSION, TEXAS|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
HB 1328 80-0 (2007) Author: Smith, Todd Relating to political contributions and expenditures; providing a criminal penalty. House: Elections Referred to Elections Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|Labor--Management Relations|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
HB 1417 80-0 (2007) Author: Elkins, Gary Relating to foreclosure on a limited partner's partnership interest. House: Business & Industry Referred to Business & Industry Business & Commerce--General|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|FORECLOSURES
HB 1447 80-0 (2007) Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the requirement that a railroad corporation submit articles of incorporation or an amendment to articles of incorporation to the attorney general. House: Judiciary
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately ATTORNEY GENERAL|Corporations & Associations|Transportation--Railroads
HB 1607 80-0 (2007) Author: Zedler, Bill Relating to the dissemination of false or misleading information by a professional association or organization for educators; providing a civil penalty. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education ATTORNEY GENERAL|Corporations & Associations|Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|Labor--Management Relations
HB 1737 80-0 (2007) Author: Giddings, Helen
Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to business entities and associations. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/07 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
HB 1753 80-0 (2007) Author: Corte, Jr., Frank Relating to the use by a political subdivision of public money for fees and dues of a state association or organization. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs City Government--Finance|Corporations & Associations|County Government--Finance|Education--School Districts|Ethics|Political Subdivisions|Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
HB 2490 80-0 (2007) Author: Berman, Leo Relating to the deadline for filing a personal financial statement by persons appointed to certain state offices. House: Elections Referred to Elections Corporations & Associations|Ethics|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS|State Officers
HB 2491 80-0 (2007) Author: Berman, Leo
Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to political expenditures made by a corporation or labor organization to finance the establishment and administration of a political committee. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Placed on intent calendar Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|Labor--Management Relations|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
HB 2492 80-0 (2007) Author: Berman, Leo | et. al.
Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the applicability of restrictions on corporate political contributions and expenditures to corporations organized under provisions of the Business Organizations Code. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/07 Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
HB 2710 80-0 (2007) Author: Isett, Carl Relating to renewal of certain alcoholic beverage permits held by a corporation. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Placed on General State Calendar Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|Corporations & Associations
HB 2777 80-0 (2007) Author: Heflin, Joe | et. al. Relating to a tax credit for certain corporations obtaining coverage for their employees under a health benefit plan. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Health & Accident|Taxation--General
HB 2839 80-0 (2007) Author: King, Susan
Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the deadline for filing a personal financial statement by persons appointed to certain state offices. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Ethics|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS|State Officers
HB 2841 80-0 (2007) Author: Villarreal, Mike Relating to entities subject to the revised franchise tax. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 2988 80-0 (2007) Author: Hill, Fred Relating to the authority of certain development corporations to spend tax revenue on certain mass transit-related facilities. House: Transportation Laid on the table subject to call Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Taxation--Sales|Transportation--Mass Transit
HB 3137 80-0 (2007) Author: Otto, John Relating to including in a bill or invoice an item represented to be for the full or partial payment of a state tax. House: Ways & Means Withdrawn from schedule Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 3314 80-0 (2007) Author: Keffer, Jim
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to imposition, administration, collection, and enforcement of state taxes; providing penalties. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date Corporations & Associations|Taxation--General|Transportation--Mass Transit
HB 3869 80-0 (2007) Author: Smith, Todd Relating to political expenditures made by a corporation to finance the establishment and administration of a political committee. House: Elections Referred to Elections Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|Labor--Management Relations|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
SB 83 80-0 (2007) Author: Hinojosa, Juan Relating to political contributions and expenditures; providing civil and criminal penalties. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|Elections--Candidates|Elections--Political Parties|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
SB 423 80-0 (2007) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot Relating to limits on political contributions and direct campaign expenditures by individuals, partnerships, partners, and limited liability companies; providing civil and criminal penalties. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs CLEAN ELECTIONS ACT|Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|ETHICS COMMISSION, TEXAS|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
SB 848 80-0 (2007) Author: Eltife, Kevin Relating to the requirement that a railroad corporation submit articles of incorporation or an amendment to articles of incorporation to the attorney general. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Committee report printed and distributed ATTORNEY GENERAL|Corporations & Associations|Transportation--Railroads
SB 854 80-0 (2007) Author: Fraser, Troy Relating to business entities and associations. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
SB 1089 80-0 (2007) Author: Shapiro, Florence
Sponsor: Hill, Fred
Relating to the authority of certain development corporations to spend tax revenue on certain mass transit-related facilities. House: Transportation
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Taxation--Sales|Transportation--Mass Transit
SB 1105 80-0 (2007) Author: Watson, Kirk
Sponsor: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act, including the eligibility of property for economic benefits authorized by that Act. House: Economic Development
Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous
SB 1219 80-0 (2007) Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario Relating to citizenship and residency requirements for alcoholic beverage license and permit holders. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|Corporations & Associations|PERMITS|RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS
SB 1736 80-0 (2007) Author: Shapiro, Florence
Sponsor: Solomons, Burt
Relating to the powers, duties, and financing of cultural education facilities finance corporations. House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar Arts & Humanities|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|City Government--General|Corporations & Associations|County Government--General|Political Subdivisions
SB 1944 80-0 (2007) Author: Patrick, Dan Relating to the use by a political subdivision of public money for fees and dues of a state association or organization. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs City Government--Finance|Corporations & Associations|County Government--Finance|Education--School Districts|Ethics|Political Subdivisions|Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
HB 3 79-0 (2005) Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.
Sponsor: Ogden, Steve
Relating to financing public schools in this state and reducing school property taxes. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
Senate appoints conferees-reported Amusements, Games, Sports|Corporations & Associations|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Taxation--Cigarette|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--General|Taxation--Motor Fuels|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Tax Rate|Taxation--Sales|Taxation--School District|TELECOMMUNICATIONS INFRASTRUCTURE FUND|Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 117 79-0 (2005) Author: Davis, Yvonne Relating to the application of the franchise tax to certain entities. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 1005 79-0 (2005) Author: Miller, Sid Relating to the repeal of the franchise tax. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 1154 79-0 (2005) Author: Elkins, Gary | et. al.
Sponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to limited liability companies and partnerships. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/05 Corporations & Associations
HB 1319 79-0 (2005) Author: Giddings, Helen
Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to business entities and associations. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 1/1/06 Business & Commerce--General|BUSINESS ORGANIZATION CODE|Corporations & Associations
HB 1395 79-0 (2005) Author: Zedler, Bill Relating to the authority of chiropractors to form certain business entities with certain other professionals. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health Business & Commerce--General|CHIROPRACTIC & CHIROPRACTORS|Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 1507 79-0 (2005) Author: Solomons, Burt
Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the regulation of corporations; providing a penalty. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/05 Corporations & Associations
HB 1666 79-0 (2005) Author: Hopson, Chuck | et. al. Relating to a tax credit for certain corporations obtaining coverage for their employees under a health benefit plan. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Health & Accident|Taxation--Franchise
HB 2252 79-0 (2005) Author: Rose, Patrick Relating to state purchases from foreign corporations. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Corporations & Associations|Purchasing--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2817 79-0 (2005) Author: Rose, Patrick Relating to the identification of individuals who have been the initial directors of corporations that have forfeited charters or that have been involuntarily dissolved. House: Business & Industry Referred to Business & Industry Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
HB 3210 79-0 (2005) Author: Gallego, Pete Relating to the regulation of political contributions and expenditures made by professional corporations. House: Elections Referred directly to subcommittee by chair Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
HB 3282 79-0 (2005) Author: McCall, Brian Relating to a tax credit for donations of certain art to art museums in this state that are open to the public. House: Ways & Means Placed on General State Calendar Arts & Humanities|Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--General
HB 3291 79-0 (2005) Author: Strama, Mark Relating to political contributions and expenditures; providing civil and criminal penalties. House: Elections Referred directly to subcommittee by chair Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|Labor--Management Relations|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS|PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
HB 3347 79-0 (2005) Author: Dunnam, Jim Relating to certain political contributions and expenditures; providing criminal penalties. House: Elections Recalled from subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|LABOR UNIONS|Labor--Management Relations|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
HB 3437 79-0 (2005) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to the oversight of nonprofit corporations. House: Business & Industry Referred to Business & Industry COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Corporations & Associations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3462 79-0 (2005) Author: Baxter, Todd Relating to the lease of real property by a candidate for public office from a corporation, association, or labor organization; providing a criminal penalty. House: Elections Left pending in subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|Labor--Management Relations|Property Interests--Landlord & Tenant
HR 1242 79-0 (2005) Author: Edwards, Al Directing the Office of the Attorney General of Texas to conduct a study to ensure that high gasoline prices in Texas are not the result of consumer fraud and to provide information to help Texas consumers find the lowest possible price for gasoline in their community. House: Ways & Means Reported enrolled ATTORNEY GENERAL|Corporations & Associations|Oil & Gas|Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SB 586 79-0 (2005) Author: Fraser, Troy Relating to business entities and associations. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Business & Commerce--General|BUSINESS ORGANIZATION CODE|Corporations & Associations
SB 746 79-0 (2005) Author: Fraser, Troy Relating to the regulation of corporations; providing a penalty. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Corporations & Associations
SB 1702 79-0 (2005) Author: Averitt, Kip Relating to limited liability companies and partnerships. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Corporations & Associations
SB 1785 79-0 (2005) Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario Relating to the punishment for a corporation or association convicted of an offense involving the criminally negligent inspection, maintenance, or operation of a commercial motor vehicle. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec. Common Carriers|Corporations & Associations
SJR 10 79-2 (2005) Author: Ogden, Steve Proposing a constitutional amendment to Section 24, Article VIII, Texas Constitution, clarifying that a tax imposed on a business entity other than a sole proprietorship is not a personal income tax. Senate: Finance Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Income
HB 69 79-3 (2006) Author: Dunnam, Jim Relating to the allocation and apportionment of certain payments used in the determination of the taxable earned surplus of a corporation. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Corporations & Associations
HB 131 79-3 (2006) Author: Keffer, Jim Relating to authority of certain enterprise projects to receive franchise tax credits for job creation and capital investment. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Business & Commerce--Enterprise Zones|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Taxation--Franchise
HB 145 79-3 (2006) Author: Villarreal, Mike | et. al. Relating to limits on political contributions and direct campaign expenditures by individuals, partnerships, partners, and limited liability companies; providing civil and criminal penalties. House: Elections Referred to Elections Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
HB 155 79-3 (2006) Author: Paxton, Ken Relating to the application, computation, and rates of the franchise tax. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
SB 48 79-3 (2006) Author: Brimer, Kim Relating to authority of certain enterprise projects to receive franchise tax credits for job creation and capital investment. Senate: Finance Meeting cancelled Business & Commerce--Enterprise Zones|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 412 78-0 (2003) Author: Seaman, Gene Relating to the reorganization of a mutual life insurance company. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Life & Annuities
HB 694 78-0 (2003) Author: Davis, Yvonne Relating to the application of the franchise tax to certain entities. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 908 78-0 (2003) Author: Gallego, Pete Relating to prohibiting certain foreign corporations from participating in state contracts. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Purchasing--State
HB 978 78-0 (2003) Author: Dukes, Dawnna Relating to certain life insurance policies insuring the life of an officer, stockholder, partner, or employee. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Life & Annuities|Labor--General
HB 1156 78-0 (2003) Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al.
Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to adoption of the Business Organizations Code. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Administration
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Business & Commerce--General|BUSINESS ORGANIZATION CODE|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Statutory Revision
HB 1165 78-0 (2003) Author: Solomons, Burt | et. al.
Sponsor: Janek, Kyle
Relating to corporations. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/03 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Electronic Information Systems
HB 1531 78-0 (2003) Author: Cook, Robert
Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the powers and duties of gas and electric corporations. House: Regulated Industries
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Utilities--Electric
HB 1637 78-0 (2003) Author: Oliveira, Rene | et. al.
Sponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the formation, organization, management, and records of certain business organizations. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/03 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 2000 78-0 (2003) Author: Gutierrez, Roberto Relating to persons eligible for a pawnshop license. House: Financial Institutions Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PAWNSHOPS & PAWNSHOP TRANSACTIONS
HB 2021 78-0 (2003) Author: Farabee, David
Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the bankruptcy notice required to be filed by a regulated oil and gas entity. House: Energy Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03 Corporations & Associations|Oil & Gas|RAILROAD COMMISSION|Water--General
HB 2039 78-0 (2003) Author: Marchant, Kenny Relating to corporate ethics and integrity; providing penalties. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Corporations & Associations|Ethics|FINANCIAL ADVISORS
HB 2040 78-0 (2003) Author: Marchant, Kenny
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to authorizing certain state agencies to share information for investigative purposes. House: State Affairs
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Open Records|RIGHT OF PRIVACY|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2113 78-0 (2003) Author: Homer, Mark Relating to franchise tax incentives for recycling. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Environment--Recycling|Taxation--Sales
HB 2398 78-0 (2003) Author: Dukes, Dawnna Relating to fiscal accountability for the receipt of a subsidy or other form of assistance for economic development purposes; providing a civil penalty. House: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Labor--Wages|State Finances--Appropriations|Taxation--General
HB 2559 78-0 (2003) Author: Rose, Patrick Relating to the identification of individuals who have been the initial directors of corporations that have forfeited charters or that have been involuntarily dissolved. House: Business & Industry Referred to Business & Industry Corporations & Associations|Electronic Information Systems|SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 2578 78-0 (2003) Author: Goolsby, Tony Relating to the use of an electronic transmission by a corporation for purposes of giving notice, voting, or participating in a meeting. House: Business & Industry Placed on General State Calendar Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Electronic Information Systems|EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS|FACSIMILE TRANSMISSIONS & SOLICITATION
HB 2717 78-0 (2003) Author: Hartnett, Will Relating to successor liability in asbestos claims. House: Civil Practices Referred to Civil Practices ASBESTOS|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 2787 78-0 (2003) Author: Eiland, Craig Relating to Self-Insurance Trusts. House: Insurance Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|DENTISTS & DENTISTRY|Health Care Providers|Malpractice--Professionals|PHYSICIANS
HB 2835 78-0 (2003) Author: Brown, Betty Relating to the expectation of measurable gain as a result of projects undertaken by corporations created in accordance with the Development Corporation Act of 1979, Article 5190.6 VTCS House: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
HB 2998 78-0 (2003) Author: Capelo, Jaime Relating to the authority of chiropractors to form certain business entities with certain other professionals. House: Public Health Left pending in committee Business & Commerce--General|CHIROPRACTIC & CHIROPRACTORS|Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 3080 78-0 (2003) Author: West, George Relating to the qualifications of a member of and meetings held by the board of directors of a nonprofit corporation. House: Business & Industry Referred to Business & Industry Business & Commerce--General|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations
HB 3213 78-0 (2003) Author: Cook, Robert
Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the authority of veterinarians to form a professional association. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|VETERINARIANS
SB 145 78-0 (2003) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the creation of the corporate integrity unit within the office of the attorney general. Senate: Jurisprudence Referred to Jurisprudence ATTORNEY GENERAL|Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|FRAUD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 202 78-0 (2003) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to the reorganization of a mutual life insurance company. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Insurance Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Life & Annuities
SB 311 78-0 (2003) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al. Relating to prohibiting certain foreign corporations from participating in state contracts. Senate: Business & Commerce Co-author authorized Corporations & Associations|Purchasing--State
SB 536 78-0 (2003) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot Relating to the regulation of certain accountants; providing an administrative penalty. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce AUDITS & AUDITORS|Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 605 78-0 (2003) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot Relating to certification and audit of a corporate financial report; providing criminal penalties. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce AUDITS & AUDITORS|Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
SB 1059 78-0 (2003) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Sponsor: Marchant, Kenny
Relating to corporate ethics and integrity. House: State Affairs
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/03 ATTORNEY GENERAL|Corporations & Associations|Ethics|FINANCIAL ADVISORS
SB 1283 78-0 (2003) Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Sponsor: Capelo, Jaime
Relating to the authority of chiropractors to form certain business entities with certain other professionals. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars Business & Commerce--General|CHIROPRACTIC & CHIROPRACTORS|Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 1385 78-0 (2003) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth Relating to the bankruptcy notice required to be filed by a regulated oil and gas entity. Senate: Natural Resources Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Oil & Gas|RAILROAD COMMISSION|Water--General
SB 1484 78-0 (2003) Author: Ogden, Steve
Sponsor: West, George
Relating to the acceptance of organization reports and permit applications and approval of certificates of compliance by the Railroad Commission of Texas. House: Energy Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Oil & Gas|RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 1492 78-0 (2003) Author: Madla, Frank Relating to economic incentives for corporations located in distressed counties. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance BORDER|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General|ECONOMICALLY DISTRESSED AREAS|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Sales
SB 1520 78-0 (2003) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the Texas Housing Finance Corporations Act. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Urban Affairs BONDS|Corporations & Associations|Housing--Finance
SB 1544 78-0 (2003) Author: Janek, Kyle Relating to business corporations. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Electronic Information Systems
SB 1616 78-0 (2003) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to expenditures for certain advertising that identifies a candidate; providing a criminal penalty. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs ADVERTISING|Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
SB 1723 78-0 (2003) Author: Duncan, Robert Relating to successor liability in asbestos claims. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs ASBESTOS|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
SB 1780 78-0 (2003) Author: Ogden, Steve Relating to claiming a franchise tax credit for certain qualified capital investments. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
Referred to Ways & Means Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 71 78-4 (2003) Author: Rose, Patrick Relating to state purchases from foreign corporations. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Corporations & Associations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 327 77-0 (2001) Author: Bosse, Fred Relating to adoption of the Business Organizations Code; providing penalties. House: Business & Industry Committee report sent to Calendars Business & Commerce--General|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Statutory Revision|TEXAS BUSINESS ORGANIZATION CODE
HB 679 77-0 (2001) Author: Homer, Mark Relating to providing a deduction of not more than $100,000 for a corporation under the franchise tax. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 782 77-0 (2001) Author: Tillery, Dale
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the ability of a development corporation to receive funding from a municipality. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/01 City Government--Finance|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Taxation--Sales
HB 925 77-0 (2001) Author: Kitchen, Ann | et. al. Relating to the use of development corporations to improve local telecommunications infrastructure. House: Economic Development Left pending in committee City Government--Finance|Corporations & Associations|County Government--Finance|Electronic Information Systems|Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 928 77-0 (2001) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to the powers of a local government corporation. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation City Government--General|Corporations & Associations|Political Subdivisions|Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 1215 77-0 (2001) Author: Pitts, Jim Relating to the use of development corporations to improve local telecommunications infrastructure. House: Economic Development Left pending in committee City Government--Finance|Corporations & Associations|County Government--Finance|Electronic Information Systems|Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 1601 77-0 (2001) Author: Davis, John | et. al. Relating to exempting certain corporations from the franchise tax. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|RURAL|Taxation--Franchise
HB 1602 77-0 (2001) Author: Davis, John Relating to exempting certain corporations from the franchise tax. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--General
HB 1670 77-0 (2001) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to the functions of a municipal or county cultural education facilities finance corporation. House: County Affairs Companion considered in lieu of in committee Arts & Humanities|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Political Subdivisions|RECREATIONAL & CULTURAL FACILITIES
HB 2306 77-0 (2001) Author: Chisum, Warren
Sponsor: Bivins, Teel
Relating to the extension of residence homestead ad valorem tax exemptions and protection from forced sale to a homestead owned by a family-owned business. House: Financial Institutions
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Tabled in committee Corporations & Associations|Property Interests--Homestead|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 2596 77-0 (2001) Author: Chavez, Norma Relating to the use of development corporations to improve local telecommunications infrastructure. House: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development City Government--Finance|Corporations & Associations|County Government--Finance|Electronic Information Systems|Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 2963 77-0 (2001) Author: Heflin, Talmadge Relating to the collection and enforcement of taxes; providing penalties. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Property Interests--Real Property|Taxation--Franchise
HB 3196 77-0 (2001) Author: Jones, Elizabeth Relating to a limitation on the liability of directors of housing finance corporations. House: Civil Practices Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Housing--Finance|Housing--General
HB 3490 77-0 (2001) Author: Solomons, Burt Relating to filings made with the secretary of state by business organizations. House: Business & Industry Companion considered in lieu of in committee Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
HJR 67 77-0 (2001) Author: Chisum, Warren
Sponsor: Bivins, Teel
Proposing a constitutional amendment to extend residence homestead ad valorem tax exemptions and protection from forced sale to a homestead owned by a family-owned business. House: Financial Institutions
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Tabled in committee Corporations & Associations|Property Interests--Homestead|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 354 77-0 (2001) Author: Lindsay, Jon
Sponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the powers of a local government corporation. House: Transportation
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor City Government--General|COMPETITIVE BIDDING|Corporations & Associations|Political Subdivisions|Transportation--Miscellaneous
SB 480 77-0 (2001) Author: Duncan, Robert Relating to the use of development corporations to improve local telecommunications infrastructure. Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations No action taken in committee City Government--Finance|Corporations & Associations|County Government--Finance|Electronic Information Systems|Utilities--Telecommunications
SB 588 77-0 (2001) Author: Lindsay, Jon
Sponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the functions of a municipal or county cultural education facilities finance corporation. House: County Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately Arts & Humanities|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Health--General|Political Subdivisions|RECREATIONAL & CULTURAL FACILITIES
SB 967 77-0 (2001) Author: Carona, John Relating to adoption of the Business Organizations Code; providing penalties. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Business & Commerce--General|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Statutory Revision|TEXAS BUSINESS ORGANIZATION CODE
SB 1044 77-0 (2001) Author: Carona, John Relating to the ability of a development corporation to receive funding from a municipality. Senate: Intergovernmental Relations Referred to Intergovernmental Relations City Government--Finance|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Taxation--Sales
SB 1288 77-0 (2001) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Jones, Elizabeth
Relating to a limitation on the liability of directors of housing finance corporations. House: Civil Practices
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Housing--Finance|Housing--General
SB 1320 77-0 (2001) Author: Staples, Todd
Sponsor: Solomons, Burt
Relating to filings made with the secretary of state by business organizations; providing penalties. House: Business & Industry
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/01 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
SB 1323 77-0 (2001) Author: Sibley, David
Sponsor: Brimer, Kim
Relating to the recognition of certain foreign partnerships, associations, and other entities and the enforcement of related rights and obligations. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
SB 1450 77-0 (2001) Author: Lindsay, Jon Relating to the collection and enforcement of taxes; providing penalties. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance Corporations & Associations|Property Interests--Real Property|Taxation--Franchise
HB 876 76-0 (1999) Author: Maxey, Glen | et. al. Relating to certain nonprofit entities that provide health or long-term care or health benefit plans; providing a civil penalty. House: Public Health Considered in Calendars Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|CHARITABLE HEALTH CARE TRUST ACT|Corporations & Associations|Health Care Providers|Health--General|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
HB 1543 76-0 (1999) Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.
Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the residency requirements for directors of certain economic development corporations. House: Economic Development
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/99 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS|Economic & Industrial Development|RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS
HB 1572 76-0 (1999) Author: Turner, Sylvester
Sponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the authority of physicians and podiatrists to form certain jointly owned entities. House: Public Health
Senate: Health Services
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/99 Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|PHYSICIANS|PODIATRISTS & PODIATRY
HB 2347 76-0 (1999) Author: Brimer, Kim Relating to certain business documents filed and recorded with the secretary of state. House: Business & Industry Considered in Local & Consent Calendars Business & Commerce--General|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 2453 76-0 (1999) Author: Edwards, Al
Sponsor: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to the authority of physicians and optometrists or therapeutic optometrists to form certain jointly owned entities. House: Public Health
Senate: Health Services
Effective on 9/1/99 Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|OPTOMETRY & OPTOMETRISTS|PHYSICIANS|THERAPEUTIC OPTOMETRISTS
HB 2465 76-0 (1999) Author: Cook, Robert
Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the powers of a limited liability company. House: Energy Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99 Common Carriers|Corporations & Associations|Oil & Gas
HB 2614 76-0 (1999) Author: Counts, David
Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to creation of a county alliance to jointly authorize the creation of a development corporation. House: Economic Development
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|County Government--General|DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS
HB 2681 76-0 (1999) Author: Bosse, Fred Relating to adoption of the Texas Business Organizations Code; providing penalties. House: Business & Industry Considered in Calendars Corporations & Associations|TEXAS BUSINESS ORGANIZATION CODE
SB 9 76-0 (1999) Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.
Sponsor: McCall, Brian
Relating to a franchise tax credit for corporations that provide financing for certain before and after school programs. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
Committee report sent to Calendars Corporations & Associations|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Taxation--Franchise
SB 441 76-0 (1999) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Sponsor: McCall, Brian | et. al.
Relating to tax exemptions and credits. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Corporations & Associations|Day Care|DIAPERS|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|INTERNET|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT|SCHOOL CLOTHES & SCHOOL SUPPLIES|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Sales
SB 570 76-0 (1999) Author: Shapiro, Florence
Sponsor: Brimer, Kim
Relating to certain business documents filed and recorded with the secretary of state. House: Business & Industry
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/99 Business & Commerce--General|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|SECRETARY OF STATE
SB 871 76-0 (1999) Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Sponsor: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the co-ownership of certain entities by physicians and podiatrists. House: Public Health
Senate: Health Services
Laid on the table subject to call Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|PHYSICIANS|PODIATRISTS & PODIATRY
SB 941 76-0 (1999) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Sponsor: Uher, D.R.
Relating to the authority of mental health professionals to form certain jointly owned entities. House: Public Health
Senate: Health Services
Effective immediately Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations|Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 945 76-0 (1999) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth Relating to the powers of a limited liability company. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Common Carriers|Corporations & Associations|Oil & Gas
SB 1214 76-0 (1999) Author: Whitmire, John Relating to the immunity and liability of a public facilities corporation. Senate: Economic Development No action taken in committee Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations|Political Subdivisions
SB 1466 76-0 (1999) Author: Cain, David Relating to immunity from liability of members of the board of directors of a public facility corporation. Senate: Economic Development Referred to s/c on Tech & Business by Pres. Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 777 75-0 (1997) Author: Tillery, Dale Relating to the authority of a municipality to create an industrial development corporation and to levy a sales and use tax to carry out the projects of the corporation. House: Economic Development Laid on the table subject to call Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Taxation--Sales
HB 1104 75-0 (1997) Author: Solomons, Burt Relating to certain business organizations. House: Business & Industry Laid on the table subject to call Business & Commerce--General|BUSINESS COMBINATION LAW|Corporations & Associations
HB 1149 75-0 (1997) Author: Turner, Sylvester
Sponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to formation of certain professional associations. House: Public Health
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 1172 75-0 (1997) Author: Turner, Sylvester Relating to nonprofit corporations. House: Business & Industry Placed on General State Calendar Corporations & Associations
HB 1410 75-0 (1997) Author: Hill, Fred
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to projects and reports of certain economic development corporations; providing an administrative penalty. House: Economic Development
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Housing
HB 1421 75-0 (1997) Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al. Relating to the authority of a certain economic development corporation to contract with a member of the board of directors of the corporation or a member's spouse. House: Economic Development Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Ethics
HB 1633 75-0 (1997) Author: Solomons, Burt
Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the authority of a foreign limited liability partnership to transact business in this state. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Economic Development
No action taken in committee Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
HB 1870 75-0 (1997) Author: Marchant, Kenny | et. al.
Sponsor: Sibley, David
Relating to the regulation of trust companies; providing administrative and criminal penalties. House: Financial Institutions
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/97 Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|TEXAS TRUST COMPANY ACT|TRUSTS
HB 2100 75-0 (1997) Author: Grusendorf, Kent | et. al. Relating to a franchise tax and property tax credit for certain corporations. House: Revenue & Public Education Funding, Select Referred to Revenue & Public Ed. Funding Corporations & Associations|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous
HB 2162 75-0 (1997) Author: Oliveira, Rene Relating to the administration and financing of certain industrial development corporations; providing an administrative penalty. House: Economic Development Considered in Calendars Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development
HB 2631 75-0 (1997) Author: Brimer, Kim Relating to certain business documents filed and recorded with the secretary of state. House: Business & Industry Committee report sent to Calendars Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 2632 75-0 (1997) Author: Brimer, Kim Relating to fees charged for records filed with and maintained by the secretary of state. House: Business & Industry Considered in Calendars Corporations & Associations|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 2772 75-0 (1997) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to the registration and reporting by commercial solicitors and restrictions on charitable solicitation. House: Business & Industry Subcommittee members named Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|COMMERCIAL SOLICITORS REGISTRATION AND REPORTING ACT|Consumer Protection|Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 3412 75-0 (1997) Author: Place, Allen Relating to the regulation of corporate sureties that write bail bonds. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development Corporations & Associations|Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release
SB 293 75-0 (1997) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Tillery, Dale
Relating to the authority of a municipality to create an industrial development corporation and to levy a sales and use tax to carry out the projects of the corporation. House: Economic Development
Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days -- 9/01/97 Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Taxation--Sales
SB 554 75-0 (1997) Author: Sibley, David Relating to the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Corporations & Associations
SB 555 75-0 (1997) Author: Sibley, David
Sponsor: Solomons, Burt
Relating to certain business organizations; providing penalties. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/97 Business & Commerce--General|BUSINESS COMBINATION LAW|Corporations & Associations
SB 747 75-0 (1997) Author: Sibley, David
Sponsor: Oliveira, Rene
Relating to the administration and financing of certain industrial development corporations; providing an administrative penalty. House: Economic Development
Senate: Economic Development
Corrected committee report sent to Calendars Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development
SB 917 75-0 (1997) Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo Relating to the ownership of a professional association. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 959 75-0 (1997) Author: Sibley, David Relating to the regulation of trust companies; providing administrative and criminal penalties. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|TEXAS TRUST COMPANY ACT|TRUSTS
SB 1836 75-0 (1997) Author: Shapiro, Florence Relating to the authority of a foreign limited liability partnership to transact business in this state; providing a penalty. Senate: Economic Development Withdrawn from intent calendar Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
SB 1837 75-0 (1997) Author: Ratliff, Bill
Sponsor: Brimer, Kim
Relating to certain business documents filed and recorded with the secretary of state. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Economic Development
Point of order sustained Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 775 74-0 (1995) Author: Smithee, John
Sponsor: Sibley, David
Relating to corporations transacting certain insurance business. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days -- 8/28/95 Corporations & Associations|Insurance--General
HB 1067 74-0 (1995) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to the creation of a franchise tax credit for a corporation that provides a loaned teacher to a school district. House: Ways & Means Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|Taxation--Franchise
HB 1295 74-0 (1995) Author: Clemons, Billy
Sponsor: Montford, John
Relating to the regulation of certain securities. House: Pensions and Investments
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/95 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|SECURITIES
HB 1347 74-0 (1995) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to the registration and reporting by commercial solicitors and restrictions on charitable solicitation. House: Business & Industry Left pending in committee Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|COMMERCIAL SOLICITORS REGISTRATION AND REPORTING ACT|Consumer Protection|Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1425 74-0 (1995) Author: Brimer, Kim
Sponsor: Sibley, David
Relating to business organizations. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Economic Development
Placed on intent calendar Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
HB 1436 74-0 (1995) Author: Rodriguez, Ciro Relating to the financing of certain residential developments by a housing finance corporation. House: Urban Affairs Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|Housing
HB 1445 74-0 (1995) Author: Holzheauser, Steve Relating to administration and collection of the franchise tax. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 1706 74-0 (1995) Author: Ramsay, Tom
Sponsor: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to the management and powers of and collection of taxes for certain industrial development corporations. House: Economic Development
Senate: Economic Development
No action taken in committee Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development
HB 2111 74-0 (1995) Author: Seidlits, Jr., Curtis Relating to permitting the creation of gas marketing cooperative corporations under the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas. House: Energy Resources Referred to Energy Resources Corporations & Associations|Oil & Gas|PRODUCERS' COOPERATIVE MARKETING ASSOCIATIONS|RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 2236 74-0 (1995) Author: Horn, Jim Relating to the apportionment of taxable capital and taxable earned surplus to the state. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Corporations & Associations|Retirement Systems--General|Taxation--State
HB 2492 74-0 (1995) Author: Allen, Ray Relating to industrial development corporations created by certain cities and the taxes levied for projects of those corporations. House: Economic Development
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Taxation--Sales
HB 2762 74-0 (1995) Author: Kuempel, Edmund Relating to the review and approval of certain permits by the state, a municipality, or other local governmental agencies. House: Land and Resource Management Placed on General State Calendar City Government--General|Corporations & Associations|PERMITS|Political Subdivisions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3041 74-0 (1995) Author: Chisum, Warren Relating to the authority of cities, to create corporations, to levy sales and use taxes, and to utilize all functions and procedures of the Development Corporation Act of 1979 (Article 5190.6, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes). House: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Taxation--City
HB 3137 74-0 (1995) Author: Wilson, Ron Relating to taxes levied for projects of industrial development corporations created for specific purposes. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Taxation--City
SB 631 74-0 (1995) Author: Ellis, Rodney
Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the duties and assets of housing finance corporations. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Withdrawn from calendar Corporations & Associations|Housing
SB 644 74-0 (1995) Author: Montford, John
Sponsor: Holzheauser, Steve
Relating to administration and collection of the franchise tax. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/96 Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
SB 915 74-0 (1995) Author: Haywood, Tom
Sponsor: Seidlits, Jr., Curtis
Relating to the application of the open meetings law to certain meetings of the board of directors of an industrial development corporation. House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Withdrawn from calendar Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Open Meetings
SB 1112 74-0 (1995) Author: Nelson, Jane Relating to industrial development corporations created by certain cities and the taxes levied for projects of those corporations. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Taxation--Sales
SB 1120 74-0 (1995) Author: Bivins, Teel Relating to permitting the creation of gas marketing cooperative corporations under the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas and providing a state franchise tax exemption for such associations. Senate: Natural Resources Referred to Natural Resources Corporations & Associations|Oil & Gas|RAILROAD COMMISSION|Taxation--Franchise
SB 1187 74-0 (1995) Author: Turner, Jim Relating to the apportionment of taxable capital and taxable earned surplus to the state. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance Corporations & Associations|State Finances--Management & Control
SB 1216 74-0 (1995) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the registration and reporting by commercial solicitors and restrictions on charitable solicitation. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|COMMERCIAL SOLICITORS REGISTRATION AND REPORTING ACT|Consumer Protection|Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1275 74-0 (1995) Author: Montford, John Relating to the regulation of certain securities. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|SECURITIES
SB 1355 74-0 (1995) Author: Haywood, Tom Relating to the authority of cities, to create corporations, to levy sales and use taxes, and to utilize all functions and procedures of the Development Corporation Act of 1979 (Article 5190.6, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes). Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Taxation--City
SB 1466 74-0 (1995) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth Relating to the review and approval of certain permits by the state, a municipality, or other local governmental agencies. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs City Government--General|Corporations & Associations|PERMITS|Political Subdivisions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1642 74-0 (1995) Author: Ratliff, Bill Relating to industrial development corporations created by certain cities. Senate: Economic Development Placed on Reg. Order of Business Calendar Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Taxation--Sales
SB 1704 74-0 (1995) Author: Shapiro, Florence
Sponsor: Kuempel, Edmund
Relating to the review and approval of certain permits by the state, a municipality, or other local governmental agencies. House: Land and Resource Management
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days -- 8/28/95 City Government--General|Corporations & Associations|PERMITS|Political Subdivisions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 273 73-0 (1993) Author: Wolens, Steven
Sponsor: Harris, O.H.
Relating to partnerships and the regulation of limited partnership interests as securities; adopting the Texas Revised Partnership Act; providing penalties. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 1/1/94 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|REVISED PARTNERSHIP ACT, TEXAS
HB 274 73-0 (1993) Author: Wolens, Steven Relating to the use of in-house counsel by the State Securities Board. House: Investments & Banking Companion considered in lieu of in committee Corporations & Associations|STATE SECURITIES BOARD
HB 415 73-0 (1993) Author: Oliveira, Rene
Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to rights and remedies under The Securities Act. House: Investments & Banking
Senate: State Affairs
No action taken in committee Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 625 73-0 (1993) Author: Yarbrough, Ken Relating to the local regulation of the location of businesses selling alcoholic beverages. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Referred to Licensing & Admin. Procedures Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|City Government--General|Corporations & Associations|SEXUALLY ORIENTED BUSINESSES
HB 1212 73-0 (1993) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Parker, Carl
Relating to the creation of state limited banking associations. House: Investments & Banking
Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/93 Corporations & Associations|Financial--Banks
HB 1288 73-0 (1993) Author: Horn, Jim Relating to excluding compensation of officers or directors in computing franchise tax liability. House: Ways & Means Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Salaries & Expenses|Taxation--Franchise
HB 1494 73-0 (1993) Author: Turner, Sylvester
Sponsor: Harris, O.H.
Relating to the organization and operation of nonprofit corporations. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 1/1/94 Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations
HB 1841 73-0 (1993) Author: Duncan, Robert Relating to economic development corporations; providing that agencies of the federal government may be deemed "users" under the terms of this act; providing for elections to be held on either specific or general purpose propositions; and providing for an election for the dissolution of such corporations. House: Economic Development Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Elections--General
HB 2214 73-0 (1993) Author: Eckels, Robert Relating to restrictions on the formation or operation of a public corporation by a local government. House: Economic Development Left pending in committee City Government--General|Corporations & Associations|County Government--General|Political Subdivisions
HB 2297 73-0 (1993) Author: Ramsay, Tom
Sponsor: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to the incorporation of certain industrial development corporations and the projects, powers, and limitation of those corporations. House: Economic Development
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/93 Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development
HJR 57 73-0 (1993) Author: Mowery, Anna
Sponsor: Harris, O.H.
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the constitutional provision limiting the consideration for which stock and bonds of a corporation may be issued. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Jurisprudence
Filed with the Secretary of State Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
SB 118 73-0 (1993) Author: Henderson, Don
Sponsor: Wolens, Steven
Relating to the use of in-house counsel by the State Securities Board. House: Investments & Banking
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/93 Corporations & Associations|Lawyers|STATE SECURITIES BOARD
SB 197 73-0 (1993) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth | et. al. Relating to rights and remedies under The Securities Act. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
SB 237 73-0 (1993) Author: Carriker, Steven Relating to a temporary credit for certain franchise taxes paid by a corporation. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
SB 382 73-0 (1993) Author: Harris, O.H. Relating to the organization and operation of nonprofit corporations. Senate: Jurisprudence Left pending in committee Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations
SB 518 73-0 (1993) Author: Harris, Chris
Sponsor: Oliveira, Rene
Relating to rights and remedies of a buyer under The Securities Act. House: Investments & Banking
Senate: Jurisprudence
Considered in Calendars Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
SB 909 73-0 (1993) Author: Harris, O.H. Relating to partnerships and the regulation of limited partnership interests as securities; adopting the Texas Revised Partnership Act; providing penalties. Senate: Jurisprudence Withdrawn from intent calendar Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|REVISED PARTNERSHIP ACT, TEXAS
SB 1214 73-0 (1993) Author: Montford, John
Sponsor: Grusendorf, Kent
Relating to the priority for the distribution of the assets of a trust company on its liquidation. House: Investments & Banking
Senate: Economic Development
Laid on the table subject to call Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
SB 1311 73-0 (1993) Author: Brown, J.E.
Sponsor: Hochberg, Scott
Relating to the powers of certain cooperative associations. House: Investments & Banking
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Health--General
SJR 33 73-0 (1993) Author: Harris, O.H. Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the constitutional provision limiting the consideration for which stock and bonds of a corporation may be issued. Senate: Jurisprudence Withdrawn from intent calendar Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
HB 278 72-0 (1991) Author: Wolens, Steven
Sponsor: Harris, O.H.
Relating to the authority and operation of certain business organizations which provide for limited liability. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days -- 8/26/91 Business & Commerce--General|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations|LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY ACT, TEXAS
HB 505 72-0 (1991) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to a deduction from the payment of the franchise tax for certain corporations. House: Ways & Means Referred directly to subcommittee by chair Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 548 72-0 (1991) Author: Evans, Larry
Sponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to the professional association of podiatrists and medical doctors. House: Judicial Affairs
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective in 90 days -- 8/26/91 Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|PHYSICIANS|PODIATRISTS
HB 575 72-0 (1991) Author: Culberson, John Relating to the designation of expert witnesses by the claimant in a professional malpractice claim. House: State Affairs Referred to subcommittee Business & Commerce--General|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 691 72-0 (1991) Author: Rudd, Jim Relating to the liability of partners in certain professional partnerships. House: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 901 72-0 (1991) Author: Grusendorf, Kent | et. al. Relating to the creation of a development corporation by certain cities and to the levy of a municipal sales and use tax for the corporation. House: Ways & Means Referred directly to subcommittee by chair Amusements, Games, Sports|City Government--Finance|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Taxation--City|Taxation--Sales
HB 916 72-0 (1991) Author: Marchant, Ken
Sponsor: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to the municipalities that may create an industrial development corporation and the sales and use tax that may be levied for the benefit of certain industrial development corporations and for the reduction of property taxes. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Finance
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Taxation--Sales
HB 963 72-0 (1991) Author: Grusendorf, Kent Relating to the use of public ways by corporations. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Property Interests--General
HB 1150 72-0 (1991) Author: Cook, John | et. al. Relating to the use of funds of certain industrial development corporations for solid waste disposal and recycling projects. House: Ways & Means Reported from s/c favorably w/o amendment(s) Corporations & Associations|Environment--Solid Waste|RECYCLING
HB 1244 72-0 (1991) Author: Cain, David | et. al. Relating to control share acquisitions and certain business combinations. House: Business & Commerce Coauthor Authorized Business & Commerce--General|CORPORATE TAKEOVER|Corporations & Associations|SHAREHOLDER RIGHTS LAW, TEXAS
HB 1262 72-0 (1991) Author: Gibson, Bruce Relating to creation of certain industrial development corporations; authorizing the imposition and use of a county sales and use tax for industrial development. House: Ways & Means 1st Printing sent to Calendars Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Taxation--County|Taxation--Sales
HB 1387 72-0 (1991) Author: Cuellar, Renato
Sponsor: Lucio, Eddie
Relating to projects undertaken by certain industrial development corporations. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
Placed on intent calendar Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development
HB 1553 72-0 (1991) Author: Hury, James Relating to the imposition, collection, administration, and enforcement of a franchise tax on corporate and noncorporate businesses. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 1554 72-0 (1991) Author: Hury, James Relating to the imposition, administration, collection, and civil and criminal enforcement of, and the distribution of revenue from, a tax on certain commercial, business, and financial activities of corporations. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--State
HB 2134 72-0 (1991) Author: Larry, Jerald Relating to a requirement for consolidated franchise tax reporting for parent and subsidiary corporations. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 2265 72-0 (1991) Author: Berlanga, Hugo
Sponsor: Carriker, Steven
Relating to a corporation' filing of articles of dissoluton. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/91 Corporations & Associations
HB 2281 72-0 (1991) Author: Tallas, Jim | et. al. Relating to the creation of state limited banking associations. House: Financial Institutions Placed on Major State Calendar Corporations & Associations|Financial--Banks
HB 2418 72-0 (1991) Author: Laney, James Relating to the authorization of investments in certain development corporation securities and development bank securites by certain private and governmental investors. House: Financial Institutions Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|State Finances--Management & Control
HB 2564 72-0 (1991) Author: Hightower, Allen Relating to public facility corporations and the sponsors thereof. House: County Affairs Referred to County Affairs Corporations & Associations
HB 2693 72-0 (1991) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to liability of subscribers and shareholders of Texas business corporations. House: Business & Commerce Left pending in committee Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 2764 72-0 (1991) Author: Colbert, Paul Relating to the incorporation of and membership in a cooperative association. House: Business & Commerce Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations
HB 2794 72-0 (1991) Author: Conley, Karyne Relating to members and subscribers of a cooperative association. House: Business & Commerce Laid on the table subject to call Corporations & Associations
HB 2814 72-0 (1991) Author: Culberson, John Relating to venue for an action against certain foreign companies. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 2871 72-0 (1991) Author: Glaze, Bob Relating to projects undertaken by certain industrial development corporations. House: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development
HJR 77 72-0 (1991) Author: Wolens, Steven Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the constitutional provision limiting the consideration for which stock and bonds of a corporation may be issued. House: Business & Commerce 1st Printing sent to Calendars Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
SB 302 72-0 (1991) Author: Montford, John Relating to the liability of partners in certain professional partnerships. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to subcommittee Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
SB 376 72-0 (1991) Author: Harris, Chris | et. al.
Sponsor: Grusendorf, Kent
Relating to the creation of a development corporation by certain cities and to the levy of a municipal sales and use tax for the corporation. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Amusements, Games, Sports|City Government--Finance|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Taxation--City|Taxation--Sales
SB 519 72-0 (1991) Author: Harris, O.H. Relating to the authority and operation of certain business organizations which provide for limited liability. Senate: Economic Development Withdrawn from intent calendar Business & Commerce--General|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
SB 581 72-0 (1991) Author: Dickson, Temple Relating to control share acquisitions and certain business combinations. Senate: Economic Development Withdrawn from intent calendar Business & Commerce--General|CORPORATE TAKEOVER|Corporations & Associations|SHAREHOLDER RIGHTS LAW, TEXAS
SB 590 72-0 (1991) Author: Brooks, Chet Relating to the professional association of podiatrists and medical doctors. Senate: Health & Human Services Left pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|PHYSICIANS|PODIATRISTS
SB 650 72-0 (1991) Author: Ratliff, Bill Relating to a sales and use tax imposed for an industrial development corporation. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Taxation--Sales
SB 679 72-0 (1991) Author: Harris, O.H.
Sponsor: Laney, James
Relating to the authorization of investments in certain development corporation securities and development bank securities by certain private and governmental investors and certain public retirement systems. House: Financial Institutions
Senate: State Affairs
Effective in 90 days -- 8/26/91 Corporations & Associations|State Finances--Management & Control
SB 787 72-0 (1991) Author: Sims, Bill
Sponsor: Craddick, Tom
Relating to the amount of the sales and use tax municipalities may levy for the benefit of certain industrial development corporations and the composition of the board of directors of certain industrial development corporations. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Taxation--City|Taxation--Sales
SB 1159 72-0 (1991) Author: Henderson, Don Relating to liability of subscribers and shareholders of Texas business corporations. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Business & Commerce Business & Commerce--General|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
SB 1379 72-0 (1991) Author: Haley, Bill Relating to public facility corporations and the sponsors thereof. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Corporations & Associations
SB 1451 72-0 (1991) Author: Brooks, Chet
Sponsor: Colbert, Paul
Relating to the incorporation of and membership of hospitals and a hospital council or related subgroup in a cooperative assocation. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective in 90 days -- 8/26/91 Corporations & Associations|Hospitals
SB 1457 72-0 (1991) Author: Tejeda, Frank
Sponsor: Conley, Karyne
Relating to allowing entities formed as a trust to be eligible members and subscribers of a cooperative formed under the Cooperative Association Act. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations
SB 1534 72-0 (1991) Author: Bivins, Teel Relating to the granting of authority to certain industrial development corporations to purchase certain securities of a private corporation. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development
SJR 35 72-0 (1991) Author: Harris, O.H.
Sponsor: Wolens, Steven
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the constitutional provision limiting the consideration for which stock and bonds of a corporation may be issued. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
1st Printing sent to Calendars Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
HB 38 72-1 (1991) Author: Gibson, Bruce Relating to creation of certain industrial development corporations; authorizing the imposition and use of a county sales and use tax for an industrial development. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|Taxation--County|Taxation--Sales
HB 175 72-1 (1991) Author: Wolens, Steven Relating to registered limited liability partnerships; creating an offense and providing a penalty. House: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Corporations & Associations|Crimes--Miscellaneous
HB 179 72-1 (1991) Author: Evans, Larry Relating to the imposition, administration, collection, and civil and criminal enforcement of a corporate profits tax. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Business & Commerce--General|CORPORATE PROFITS TAX|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Income|Taxation--State
HB 184 72-1 (1991) Author: Wolens, Steven Relating to registered limited liability partnerships and certain commercial transactions; creating an offense and providing a penalty. House: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Business & Commerce--General|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
SB 97 72-1 (1991) Author: Montford, John Relating to registered limited liability partnerships; creating an offense and providing a penalty. Senate: Jurisprudence Referred to Jurisprudence Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 3 72-2 (1991) Author: Lewis, Gibson | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Texas Major Employer Development Corporation and the issuance of revenue bonds for major industrial and manufacturing activities. House: Business & Commerce Laid on the table subject to call BONDS|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|TEXAS MAJOR EMPLOYER DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
HB 12 72-2 (1991) Author: Wolens, Steven Relating to registered limited liability partnerships; creating an offense and providing a penalty. House: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Corporations & Associations|Crimes--Miscellaneous
HB 13 72-2 (1991) Author: Wolens, Steven Relating to registered limited liability parternships and certain commercial transactions; creating an offense and providing a penalty. House: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Business & Commerce--General|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations|Crimes--Miscellaneous
HB 16 72-2 (1991) Author: Oliveira, Rene Relating to industrial development corporations created by certain municipalities in counties bordering Mexico. House: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|MEXICO
HB 79 72-2 (1991) Author: Tallas, Jim Relating to the creation of state limited banking associations. House: Financial Institutions Referred to Financial Institutions Corporations & Associations|Financial--Banks
SB 4 72-2 (1991) Author: Glasgow, Bob | et. al.
Sponsor: Lewis, Gibson
Relating to the creation of the Texas Major Employer Development Corporation and the issuance of revenue bonds for major industrial and manufacturing activities. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately BONDS|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|State Finances--Management & Control|TEXAS MAJOR EMPLOYER DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
SB 46 72-2 (1991) Author: Lucio, Eddie Relating to industrial development corporations created by certain municipalities in counties bordering Mexico. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development|MEXICO
SB 62 72-2 (1991) Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo Relating to the creation of state limited banking associations. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Corporations & Associations|Financial--Banks
HB 176 71-0 (1989) Author: Luna, Gregory Relating to entities eligible to be a corporation's registered agent. House: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Corporations & Associations
HB 251 71-0 (1989) Author: Gavin, John
Sponsor: Harris, O.H.
Relating to the governing board, regulation, and authority of group hospital service corporations. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Hospitals|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
HB 472 71-0 (1989) Author: Wolens, Steven
Sponsor: Harris, O.H.
Relating to the incorporation, organization, operation, taxation, reorganization, and dissolution of certain corporations, real estate investment trusts, professional corporations, and professional .... House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days-8/28/89 Corporations & Associations
HB 608 71-0 (1989) Author: Criss, Lloyd
Sponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to the definition of a railroad company for the purposes of incorporation and regulation by the Railroad Commission of Texas. House: Transportation
Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days-8/28/89 Corporations & Associations|RAILROAD COMMISSION|Transportation
HB 741 71-0 (1989) Author: Colbert, Paul | et. al. Relating to disclosure of foreign ownership of a Texas corporation. House: Business & Commerce Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations
HB 1465 71-0 (1989) Author: Kuempel, Edmund Relating to exempting from sales and use taxes certain transfers of property among affiliated corporations. House: Ways & Means Laid on the table subject to call Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Sales
HB 1552 71-0 (1989) Author: Larry, Jerald | et. al. Relating to business and industrial development corporations; providing civil and criminal penalties. House: Financial Institutions 1st Printing sent to Comm. on Cal. Business & Commerce--General|BUSINESS & INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION ACT|Corporations & Associations|Industrial Development
HB 1663 71-0 (1989) Author: Gibson, Bruce Relating to the taxable capital of a bank holding company for franchise tax purposes. House: Ways & Means Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Financial--Banks|Taxation--Franchise
HB 1940 71-0 (1989) Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al. Relating to the creation of and issuance of bonds by public facility corporations to purchase the obligations of certain sponsoring local governmental entities. House: Business & Commerce Laid on the table subject to call BONDS|Corporations & Associations|Industrial Development|Political Subdivisions|PUBLIC FACILITY CORPORATION ACT
HB 2079 71-0 (1989) Author: Harris, Chris | et. al.
Sponsor: McFarland, Bob
Relating to acts of public agencies that jointly own one or more airports pursuant to joint action agreements. House: Transportation
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective in 90 days-8/28/89 Aeronautics|Corporations & Associations|NON-PROFIT AIRPORT FACILITY FINANCING CORPORATIONS
HB 2119 71-0 (1989) Author: Edge, Eldon
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the sale or transfer of stock in a water supply or sewer service corporation and to the rights of the person to whom the stock is sold or transferred. House: Natural Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/89 Corporations & Associations|Utilities--General|Water--General
HB 2220 71-0 (1989) Author: Morales, Dan Relating to certain prohibited payments to officers and directors of a corporation in relation to a change of control of the corporation; providing civil penalties. House: Business & Commerce Referred to subcommittee ANTI-GOLDEN PARACHUTE ACT|Business & Commerce--General|CORPORATE TAKEOVER|Corporations & Associations
HB 2507 71-0 (1989) Author: Culberson, John Relating to venue of foreign corporations. House: Judiciary Postponed in committee Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 2531 71-0 (1989) Author: Hury, James Relating to the imposition, administration, collection, and civil and criminal enforcement of, and the distribution of revenue from, a tax on certain commercial, business, and financial activities of corporations. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Corporations & Associations|Taxation--State
HB 2537 71-0 (1989) Author: Hill, Patricia Relating to the exclusion of partnership and corporations from the definition of consumer. House: State Affairs Referred to subcommittee Business & Commerce--General|Consumer Protection|Corporations & Associations
HB 2554 71-0 (1989) Author: Cain, David Relating to control share acquisitions and certain business combinations. House: Business & Commerce Referred to subcommittee Business & Commerce--General|CORPORATE TAKEOVER|Corporations & Associations|TEXAS SHAREHOLDER RIGHTS LAW
HB 2568 71-0 (1989) Author: Glossbrenner, Ernestine | et. al. Relating to contributions to a political party by a corporation or labor organization; providing a criminal penalty. House: Elections 1st Printing sent to Comm. on Cal. Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|Labor--General
HB 2571 71-0 (1989) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to liability of subscribers and shareholders of Texas business corporations. House: Business & Commerce Pending in committee Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 2587 71-0 (1989) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to limitation of liability of directors of certain corporations, associations or other organizations. House: Business & Commerce Laid on table subj. to call in comm. Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 3209 71-0 (1989) Author: Finnell, Charles | et. al.
Sponsor: Brown, J.E. | et. al.
Relating to creation and operation of the Emerging Technologies Commercialization Corporation. House: Science & Technology
Senate: Economic Development
Vetoed by the Governor Corporations & Associations|EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES COMMERCIALIZATION CORPORATION|Industrial Development|State Agencies, Newly Proposed
HJR 37 71-0 (1989) Author: Schlueter, Stan | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment to prohibit the imposition of both a corporate income tax and a franchise tax on the assets of corporations. House: Ways & Means 1st Printing sent to Comm. on Cal. Constitutional Amendments|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Income
SB 98 71-0 (1989) Author: Harris, O.H. Relating to the governing board, regulation, and authority of group hospital service corporations. Senate: Economic Development Reported favorably w/o amendments Corporations & Associations|Hospitals|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
SB 334 71-0 (1989) Author: Henderson, Don
Sponsor: Gavin, John
Relating to authorized investments of and the transaction of business by certain domestic insurance companies with defined clearing corporations. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days-8/28/89 Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
SB 464 71-0 (1989) Author: Glasgow, Bob Relating to a limit on the liability of certain professional corporations, associations, and partnerships, and their members, officers, and employees. Senate: Jurisprudence Left as pending business in s/c Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
SB 608 71-0 (1989) Author: Harris, O.H. Relating to the incorporation, organization, operation, reorganization, and dissolution of certain corporations, real estate investment trusts, professional corporations, and professional associations. Senate: Economic Development No action taken in committee Corporations & Associations
SB 659 71-0 (1989) Author: Lyon, Ted Relating to control share acquisitions and certain business combinations. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Business & Commerce--General|CORPORATE TAKEOVER|Corporations & Associations|TEXAS SHAREHOLDER RIGHTS LAW
SB 820 71-0 (1989) Author: Uribe, Hector
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the creation of and issuance of bonds by public facility corporations to purchase the obligations of certain sponsoring local governmental entities. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/89 BONDS|Corporations & Associations|Industrial Development|Political Subdivisions|PUBLIC FACILITY CORPORATION ACT
SB 971 71-0 (1989) Author: Ratliff, Bill
Sponsor: Shine, Hugh
Relating to creation of certain industrial development corporations. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately BONDS|Corporations & Associations|Industrial Development|Property Interests--Eminent Domain|Taxation--General
SB 975 71-0 (1989) Author: Glasgow, Bob Relating to the definition of an agency or representative of a railroad corporation. Senate: Jurisprudence No action taken in committee Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Common Carriers|Corporations & Associations
SB 1020 71-0 (1989) Author: Harris, O.H. | et. al. Relating to certain prohibited payments to officers and directors of a corporation in relation to a change of control of the corporation; providing civil penalties. Senate: Economic Development Co-author authorized ANTI-GOLDEN PARACHUTE ACT|Business & Commerce--General|CORPORATE TAKEOVER|Corporations & Associations
SB 1127 71-0 (1989) Author: Brown, J.E. Relating to venue of foreign corporations. Senate: Jurisprudence Referred to Jurisprudence Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
SB 1174 71-0 (1989) Author: McFarland, Bob Relating to acts of public agencies that jointly own one or more airports pursuant to joint action agreements. Senate: Intergovernmental Relations Removed from local & uncontested cal. Aeronautics|Corporations & Associations
SB 1271 71-0 (1989) Author: Harris, O.H.
Sponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to limitation of liability of directors of certain corporations, associations, or other organizations. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
SB 1427 71-0 (1989) Author: Henderson, Don
Sponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to liability of subscribers and shareholders of Texas business corporations. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days-8/28/89 Business & Commerce--General|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
SB 1569 71-0 (1989) Author: Caperton, Kent
Sponsor: Uher, D.R.
Relating to the qualifications of certain business entities to enter into contracts or transactions with institutions of higher education. House: Higher Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--General
SB 1738 71-0 (1989) Author: Washington, Craig Relating to the authority of certain counties to establish a county facilities corporation to finance projects, by the issuance of bonds or other methods, for the benefit of the counties. Senate: Intergovernmental Relations Referred to Intergovernmental Relations BONDS|Corporations & Associations|COUNTY FACILITIES CORPORATION ACT|County Government|Financial--General
SB 1801 71-0 (1989) Author: Bivins, Teel Relating to exempting certain corporations that are exempt from federal income tax from the franchise tax. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
SB 1806 71-0 (1989) Author: Ratliff, Bill Relating to providing relief from franchise and sales and use taxes for new small businesses. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Sales
HB 85 71-4 (1990) Author: Evans, Larry Relating to the imposition, administration, collection, and civil and criminal enforcement of a corporate profits tax. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means CORPORATE PROFITS TAX|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--State
HB 33 71-5 (1990) Author: McCollough, Parker Relating to the amount of the sales and use tax municipalities may levy for the benefit of certain industrial development corporations. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means City Government|Corporations & Associations|Industrial Development|Taxation--Sales
HB 41 71-5 (1990) Author: Evans, Larry Relating to the imposition, administration, collection, and civil and criminal enforcement of a corporate profits tax. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means CORPORATE PROFITS TAX|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--State
HB 49 70-0 (1987) Author: Watson, Ed
Sponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to the regulation of membership camping resorts; enacting the Texas Membership Camping Resort Act. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective in 90 days-8/31/87 Amusements, Games, Sports|Corporations & Associations|MEMBERSHIP CAMPING RESORT ACT, TEXAS
HB 77 70-0 (1987) Author: Williamson, Richard
Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the use of a name of a business entity that misleadingly implies that the entity is a corporation. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/87 Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations
HB 175 70-0 (1987) Author: Hackney, Clint
Sponsor: Anderson, Richard
Relating to use of a corporate name and to a contract with, or a license or permit issued to, a corporation. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days-8/31/87 Corporations & Associations
HB 198 70-0 (1987) Author: Patterson, Pete Relating to the eligibility of open-space or timber land owned by a corporation for special property tax appraisal. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Corporations & Associations|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND
HB 337 70-0 (1987) Author: Wolens, Steven Relating to limited partnerships. House: Judiciary Laid on the table subject to call Corporations & Associations|REVISED LIMITED PARTNERSHIP ACT, TEXAS
HB 372 70-0 (1987) Author: Hackney, Clint
Sponsor: Anderson, Richard
Relating to service of citation on corporations and joint-stock associations. House: Judiciary
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective in 90 days-8/31/87 Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 403 70-0 (1987) Author: Hackney, Clint Relating to the liability of corporation directors to a corporation or its shareholders. House: Judiciary Referred to Judiciary Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 418 70-0 (1987) Author: Wolens, Steven
Sponsor: Farabee, Ray
Relating to the incorporation, organization, operation, reorganization, and dissolution of certain corporations; providing a criminal penalty. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days-8/31/87 Corporations & Associations
HB 514 70-0 (1987) Author: Craddick, Tom
Sponsor: Sims, Bill
Relating to the application of state statutes governing corporations to a city, town, or village. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately City Government--General|Corporations & Associations
HB 566 70-0 (1987) Author: Toomey, Mike Relating to the liability of corporation officers and directors to a corporation or its shareholders. House: State Affairs Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations
HB 706 70-0 (1987) Author: Criss, Lloyd Relating to liability of corporation directors to a corporation or its shareholders or of a trustee of a pension trust to a beneficiary. House: Judiciary Referred to Judiciary Corporations & Associations|Retirement Systems--General
HB 816 70-0 (1987) Author: Hury, James Relating to liability of directors of certain corporations. House: State Affairs Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Ethics
HB 1180 70-0 (1987) Author: Schoolcraft, Alan
Sponsor: Tejeda, Frank
Relating to notice of intention to dissolve a corporation. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations
HB 1439 70-0 (1987) Author: Perry, Rick Relating to authorizing corporations and labor organizations to make limited political contributions to candidates for office-holders. House: Elections Referred to Elections Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
HB 1469 70-0 (1987) Author: Colbert, Paul
Sponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to the validation of certain acts of a hospital facilities development corporation. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective in 90 days-8/31/87 BONDS|Corporations & Associations|Hospitals
HB 1533 70-0 (1987) Author: Larry, Jerald Relating to business and industrial corporations; providing civil or criminal penalties. House: Business & Commerce Pending in committee Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General
HB 1718 70-0 (1987) Author: Wolens, Steven
Sponsor: Harris, O.H.
Relating to exempting from the franchise tax certain corporations whose only business in this state is the solicitation of orders at trade shows. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 1825 70-0 (1987) Author: Morales, Dan Relating to the authority of limited partnerships to exercise the power of eminent domain. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Corporations & Associations|Property Interests--Eminent Domain|Utilities--General
HB 1987 70-0 (1987) Author: Melton, Bob
Sponsor: Edwards, Chet
Relating to assistance for the creation and operation of shared foreign sales corporations for the benefit of certain state businesses. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days-8/31/87 Corporations & Associations
HB 2135 70-0 (1987) Author: Patrick, Kae
Sponsor: Harris, O.H.
Relating to indemnification of officers and directors of reciprocal and interinsurance exchanges. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days-8/31/87 Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2193 70-0 (1987) Author: Cuellar, Henry
Sponsor: Anderson, Richard
Relating to adoption of the Uniform Fraudulent Transfer Act, governing fraudulent transfers of assets and fraudulent obligations. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/87 ASSETS|Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Crimes--Against Property|UNIFORM FRAUDULENT TRANSFER ACT
HB 2234 70-0 (1987) Author: Hinojosa, Juan Relating to the standards of corporate behavior, imposing liability and certain penalties. House: Business & Commerce Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Ethics
HB 2366 70-0 (1987) Author: Hackney, Clint Relating to donations made to political parties by corporations and labor organizations; providing a criminal penalty. House: Elections Transferred to Calendars Committee Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
HCR 4 70-0 (1987) Author: Hudson, David Requesting Congress to enact legislation that will deter hostile takeovers of corporations. House: Business & Commerce Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Resolutions--Memorializing Congress
SB 189 70-0 (1987) Author: Glasgow, Bob
Sponsor: Hudson III, Samuel
Relating to filing and approval of certificates and articles of incorporation of insurance companies. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 246 70-0 (1987) Author: Washington, Craig Relating to the imposition, administration, collection, and civil and criminal enforcement of a corporate profits tax. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
SB 260 70-0 (1987) Author: Henderson, Don
Sponsor: Hury, James
Relating to liability of certain directors of certain corporations and associations. House: State Affairs
Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days - 8/31/87 Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
SB 288 70-0 (1987) Author: Montford, John Relating to the liability of corporation officers and directors to a corporation or its shareholders. Senate: Economic Development No action taken in committee Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
SB 314 70-0 (1987) Author: Farabee, Ray To adopt general statutory provisions applicable to business or nonprofit corporations, including certain penalties. Senate: Economic Development Reported favorably with substitute Corporations & Associations|Statutory Revision
SB 315 70-0 (1987) Author: Sims, Bill Relating to the application of state statutes governing corporations to a city, town, or village. Senate: Intergovernmental Relations No action taken in committee City Government--General|Corporations & Associations
SB 329 70-0 (1987) Author: Montford, John
Sponsor: Toomey, Mike
Relating to the venue of certain civil actions. House: State Affairs
Senate: Economic Development
Nonrecord vote recorded in Journal Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
SB 462 70-0 (1987) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Sponsor: Earley, Robert
Relating to the powers and duties of a health facilities development corporation. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective in 90 days - 8/31/87 BONDS|Corporations & Associations|Hospitals|MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES
SB 563 70-0 (1987) Author: Farabee, Ray
Sponsor: Wolens, Steven
Relating to limited partnerships. House: Judiciary
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/87 Corporations & Associations|REVISED LIMITED PARTNERSHIP ACT, TEXAS
SB 575 70-0 (1987) Author: Montford, John Relating to liability of directors of certain corporations in certain circumstances. Senate: Economic Development No action taken in committee Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations|Tort Reform
SB 597 70-0 (1987) Author: Glasgow, Bob Relating to insurance required as a condition for obtaining a permit, license, or other authorization from a state agency. Senate: Economic Development No action taken in committee Corporations & Associations|Insurance--General
SB 759 70-0 (1987) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth Relating to authorizing corporations and labor organizations to make limited political contributions to certain candidates, office-holders, or political committees. Senate: State Affairs No action taken in committee Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|LABOR UNIONS|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
SB 786 70-0 (1987) Author: Glasgow, Bob
Sponsor: Gibson, Bruce
Relating to the power of an electric cooperative corporation to indemnify and to purchase indemnity insurance. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days-8/31/87 Corporations & Associations|Insurance--General|Utilities--Electric
SB 916 70-0 (1987) Author: Green, Gene
Sponsor: Collazo, Jr., Frank
Relating to the regulation of trust companies and other corporations exercising trust powers. House: Financial Institutions
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|TRUSTS
SB 954 70-0 (1987) Author: Harris, O.H.
Sponsor: Gavin, John
Relating to the operation and regulation of fraternal benefit societies. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/87 Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS
SB 1036 70-0 (1987) Author: Tejeda, Frank
Sponsor: Morales, Dan
Relating to the authority of certain partnerships to exercise the power of eminent domain. House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Property Interests--Eminent Domain
SB 1170 70-0 (1987) Author: Krier, Cynthia
Sponsor: Schlueter, Stan
Relating to the determination and reporting of surplus, assets, and liabilities for purposes of the franchise tax and to certain exemptions. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
Effective in 90 days - 8/31/87 Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
SB 1277 70-0 (1987) Author: Edwards, Chet
Sponsor: Berlanga, Hugo
Relating to the punishment of corporations or associations convicted of a criminal offense; providing penalties. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/87 Corporations & Associations|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|Labor--Health & Safety
SB 1278 70-0 (1987) Author: Edwards, Chet Relating to the dissolution of a corporation by the Attorney General. Senate: Criminal Justice Reported favorably w/o amendments ATTORNEY GENERAL|Corporations & Associations|Labor--Health & Safety
SB 1388 70-0 (1987) Author: Glasgow, Bob
Sponsor: Harrison, Dudley
Relating to the duration of existence of agricultural cooperative marketing associations. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days - 8/31/87 Agriculture|Corporations & Associations
SB 1435 70-0 (1987) Author: Henderson, Don
Sponsor: Colbert, Paul
Relating to activities that may be performed by cooperative associations and their systems. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Health Care Providers
HB 3 70-1 (1987) Author: Toomey, Mike Relating to the venue of certain civil actions. House: State Affairs Coauthor authorized Corporations & Associations|Courts--Civil Procedure|Tort Reform|Transportation--Railroads
SB 7 70-1 (1987) Author: Montford, John
Sponsor: Toomey, Mike
Relating to the venue of certain civil actions. House: State Affairs
Senate: Committee of the Whole
Effective in 90 days--9/2/87 Corporations & Associations|Courts--Civil Procedure|Tort Reform|Transportation--Railroads
HB 47 70-2 (1987) Author: Guerrero, Lena Relating to the financing of budgeted expenditures and needs of taxing units. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means City Government--Finance|Corporations & Associations|County Government--Finance|Taxation--General
HB 55 70-2 (1987) Author: Larry, Jerald Relating to business and industrial development corporations; providing civil and criminal penalties. House: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce BUSINESS & INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION ACT|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General
SB 41 70-2 (1987) Author: Parmer, Hugh
Sponsor: Guerrero, Lena
Relating to the creation of nonprofit corporations for the purpose of financing by and on behalf of taxing units their budgeted expenditure requirements pending tax and other revenue collections; authorizing the issuance of tax anticipation notes by taxing units and their sale to and purchase by such nonprofit corporations. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Point of order sustained Corporations & Associations|Taxation--City|Taxation--County|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection
HB 104 69-0 (1985) Author: Polumbo, Anthony
Sponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to the operation of emergency fire-fighting vehicles through a mutual aid organization. House: County Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Fire Fighters & Police--General
HB 548 69-0 (1985) Author: Blanton, Bill Relating to certain taxes administered by the Comptroller of Public Accounts. House: Ways & Means Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Taxation--State
HB 911 69-0 (1985) Author: Danburg, Debra Relating to actions against a corporation accruing after the dissolution of the corporation. House: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 1010 69-0 (1985) Author: Tejeda, Frank
Sponsor: Howard, Ed
Relating to professional corporations. House: Judicial Affairs
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations|Lawyers
HB 1036 69-0 (1985) Author: Patterson, Pete Relating to reporting requirements of persons registered for engaging in activities to influence legislation or administrative action on behalf of a corporation partially or totally owned by a foreign government. House: State Affairs Laid on table subj. to call in comm. Aliens|Corporations & Associations
HB 1442 69-0 (1985) Author: Moreno, Alex
Sponsor: Uribe, Hector
Relating to the sale or transfer of stock, memberships, and other rights of participation in certain water supply corporations. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations|Water--General
HB 1574 69-0 (1985) Author: Polumbo, Anthony Relating to exemption of certain associations from regulation as health maintenance organizations. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health Corporations & Associations|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1580 69-0 (1985) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth Relating to authorizing corporations to make political contributions to candidates and officeholders. House: Elections 1st Printing sent to Comm. on Cal. Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
HB 1618 69-0 (1985) Author: Arnold, Gordon "Doc"
Sponsor: Harris, O.H.
Relating to the registration of certain corporate names. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations
HB 1620 69-0 (1985) Author: Arnold, Gordon "Doc" Relating to the indemnification of directors and others serving at the request of a Non-Profit Corporation for certain expenses incurred. House: Business & Commerce Referred to subcommittee Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations
HB 1623 69-0 (1985) Author: Arnold, Gordon "Doc" Relating to certain technical corrections and miscellaneous amendments to certain provisions of the Texas Business Corporation Act, as amended, the Texas Miscellaneous Corporation Laws Act, as amended, the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act, as amended, and the Texas Professional Corporation Act, as amended, including those pertaining to indemnification of directors and officers by business corporations, the officers of a corporation, the execution and verification of documents filed with the Secretary of State, authorized shares, capital surplus, determination of net assets and surplus, the election of directors to fill vacancies, validity of interested director transactions, the size of committees of boards of directors, mergers of subsidiaries into parent corporations, the internal affairs of foreign corporations, management powers following dissolution of a corporation, indemnification of directors and officers by non-profit corporations, telephonic meetings of directors and members of non-profit corporations, and powers to wind up and dissolve professional corporations; amending the Texas Business Corporation Act, as amended, by amending Sections A, B, G, H, J, M, P, Q, and R, Article 2.02-1; Section B, Article 2.10; Section A, Article 2.12; Article 2.13; Sections B and E, Article 2.17; Section A, Article 2.19; Subsection (2), Section E, Article 2.22; Section A, Article 2.36; Section A, Article 2.42; Section B, Article 4.03; Section A, Article 4.04; Section D, Article 4.07; Section B, Article 4.10; Section B, Article 4.11; Section B, Article 4.12; Section A, Article 5.04; Section B, Article 5.16; Section A, Article 6.06; Section A, Article 8.01; Section A, Article 8.02; Section B, Article 8.05; Section B, Article 8.09; and Section B, Article 8.14; and adding Section D, Article 2.34; Article 2.35-1; and Article 10.02; amending the Texas Miscellaneous Corporation Laws Act, as amended (Article 1302, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes) by amending Section B, Article 1302--2.07; Section A, Article 1302--2.08; and Article 1302--7.01; and deleting Articles 1302--6.25 and 1302--6.26; and amending the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act, as amended (Article 1396, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes) by adding Article 1396--2.22A and 1396--9.11 and deleting Article 1396--2.22; and amending Section 14 of the Texas Professional Corporation Act, as amended (Article 1528e, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes). House: Business & Commerce Referred to subcommittee Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations
HB 1681 69-0 (1985) Author: Taylor, M.A.
Sponsor: Henderson, Don
Relating to the use of assumed names by foreign insurance corporations. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Aliens|Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1920 69-0 (1985) Author: Short, Alex Relating to certain conditions for licensing corporations as legal reserve life insurance agents. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Life & Annuities
SB 533 69-0 (1985) Author: McFarland, Bob
Sponsor: Arnold, Gordon "Doc"
Relating to certain technical corrections and miscellaneous amendments to certain provisions of the Texas Business Corporation Act, as amended, the Texas Miscellaneous Corporation Laws Act, as amended, the Texas Non-Profit, as amended, and the Texas Professional Corporation Act, as amended, including those pertaining to indemnification of directors, officers, and others by business and nonprofit corporations, the officers of corporations, the execution of documents, authorized shares, determination of net assets and surplus, directors and boards of directors, mergers, foreign corporations, dissolution of corporations, meetings; providing a penalty; amending the Texas Business Corporation Act, as amended (Volume 3A, Article 1.01 et seq., Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes), by amending Subdivision (4) of Section A and Sections B, G, H, J, M, P, Q, and R, Article 2.02-1; Section B, Article 2.10; Section A, Article 2.12; Article 2.13; Sections B and E, Article 2.17; Section A, Article 2.19; Subsection (2), Section E, Article 2.22; Section A, Article 2.36; Section A, Article 2.42; Section B, Article 4.03; Section A, Article 4.04; Section D, Article 4.07; Section B, Article 4.10; Section B, Article 4.11; Section B, Article 4.12; Section A, Article 5.04; Section B, Article 5.16; Section A, Article 6.06; Section A, Article8.01; Section A, Article 8.02; Section B, Article 8.05; Section B, Article 8.09; and Section B, Article 8.14; and by adding Section D, Article 2.34; Article 2.35-1; and Article 10.02; amending the Texas Miscellaneous Corporation Laws Act, as amended (Article 1302-1.01 et seq., Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes), by amending Section A, Article 1302-2.08; and Article 1302-7.01; and repealing Articles 1302-6.25 and 1302-6.26; and amending the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act, as amended (Article 1396-2.22A and 1396-9.11 and repealing Article 1396-2.22; and amending Section 14 of the Texas Professional Corporation Act, as amended (Article 1528e, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes). House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|Statutory Revision
SB 667 69-0 (1985) Author: Mauzy, Oscar Relating to actions against a corporation accruing after the dissolution of the corporation. Senate: Jurisprudence Reported favorably w/o amendments Corporations & Associations|Courts--Civil Procedure
SB 982 69-0 (1985) Author: Harris, O.H. Relating to authorizing and limiting the use of corporate names by domestic and foreign corporations; amending Article 2.07, Section A. of the Texas Business Corporation Act; and declaring an emergency. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development Corporations & Associations
SB 1138 69-0 (1985) Author: Henderson, Don Relating to use of assumed names by foreign insurance corporations. Senate: Economic Development Removed from local & uncontested cal. Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1417 69-0 (1985) Author: Truan, Carlos Relating to the creation, administration, powers, duties, and operations of the Texas Commercial Fishing Craft Insurance Association. Senate: Economic Development Postponed in committee COMMERCIAL FISHING CRAFT INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS|Corporations & Associations|Insurance--General|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing
HB 46 69-3 (1986) Author: Polumbo, Anthony
Sponsor: Green, Gene
Relating to the powers of water supply corporations and the authority of cities, counties, and other political subdivisions to contract with water supply corporations. House: Natural Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 76 69-3 (1986) Author: Berlanga, Hugo Relating to liability of corporation directors to a corporation or its shareholders. House: Business & Commerce Posting rule suspended Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
SB 39 69-3 (1986) Author: Green, Gene Relating to the name and powers of water supply corporations. Senate: Natural Resources Referred to Natural Resources Corporations & Associations|Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 129 68-0 (1983) Author: Hudson III, Samuel Relating to the possession of a firearm at a meeting of a secret organization. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Placed on daily Major State Calendar Corporations & Associations|Crimes--Miscellaneous|Weapons
HB 449 68-0 (1983) Author: Leonard, Jr., Bob
Sponsor: McFarland, Bob
Relating to the financial transactions of a corporation. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
HB 669 68-0 (1983) Author: Laney, James
Sponsor: Sarpalius, Bill
Relating to agricultural cooperatives. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately Agriculture|Corporations & Associations
HB 918 68-0 (1983) Author: Hill, Gerald Relating to the calculation of the surplus of a corporation for the purposes of the franchise tax. House: Ways & Means Subcommittee laid on table subject to call Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 919 68-0 (1983) Author: Hill, Gerald Relating to the calculation of the capital assets for franchise tax purposes of a corporation that owns an interest in a Texas subsidiary corporation. House: Ways & Means Subcommittee laid on table subject to call Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 966 68-0 (1983) Author: Jackson, Lee Relating to state regulation of corporations. House: Business & Commerce Referred to Committee on Business & Commerce Corporations & Associations
HB 1000 68-0 (1983) Author: Robnett, Nolan Relating to dental health service corporations. House: Public Health Referred to Committee on Public Health Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|DENTAL SERVICES
HB 1255 68-0 (1983) Author: Haley, Bill
Sponsor: Blake, Roy
Relating to the powers of an electric copperative corporation. House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations|Utilities--Electric
HB 1317 68-0 (1983) Author: Patrick, Kae Relating to filing fees for limited partnerships. House: Business & Commerce Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State
HB 1464 68-0 (1983) Author: Gibson, Bruce Relating to the creation, powers, and dissolution of public nonprofit corporations to aid in financing agricultural enterprises and facilities. House: Agriculture & Livestock Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT ACT|Agriculture|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General
HB 1608 68-0 (1983) Author: Gibson, Jay
Sponsor: Jones, Grant
Relating to powers of certain partnerships or other combinations of corporations that provide energy for utilities. House: Energy
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Utilities--General
HB 1780 68-0 (1983) Author: Presnal, Bill Relating to the establishment of a nonprofit corporation to issue obligations to pay the costs of acquiring land and constructing and equipping state office buildings and parking facilities. House: State Affairs Reported from subcommittee favorably with amendments Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|Purchasing--State
HB 1789 68-0 (1983) Author: Smith, Terral Relating to the powers and duties of a corporation, its directors, and committees and the liabilities of a director of a corporation and to the indemnification of and maintenance of liability insurance for certain corporate directors, officers, employees, agents, and certain nominees and designees identified in this Act; defining "net assets" and methods of determining assets and surplus. House: Business & Commerce Coauthor authorized Corporations & Associations
HB 1853 68-0 (1983) Author: Messer, Bill Relating to the regulation of monopolies, contracts, combinations, and conspiracies in restraint of trade or commerce; containing enforcement provisions. House: Business & Commerce Postponed Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|FREE ENTERPRISE & ANTITRUST ACT OF 1983, TEXAS
HB 2050 68-0 (1983) Author: Uher, D.R. Relating to the treatment of electric cooperative corporations as governmental bodies for certain purposes. House: State Affairs Referred to Committee on State Affairs Corporations & Associations|Utilities--Electric
HB 2151 68-0 (1983) Author: Danburg, Debra Relating to remedies surviving dissolution of a corporation. House: Business & Commerce See remarks Corporations & Associations
HB 2179 68-0 (1983) Author: Martinez, Roman Relating to the formation of cooperative corporations for the acquisition of housing facilities for the stockholders thereof. House: Business & Commerce Referred to Committee on Business & Commerce Corporations & Associations|Housing--General
HB 2197 68-0 (1983) Author: Barton, Bob Relating to election of directors of certain electric cooperative corporations. House: State Affairs Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars Corporations & Associations|Utilities--Electric
HB 2198 68-0 (1983) Author: Barton, Bob Relating to election of directors of certain electric cooperative corporations. House: State Affairs Committee laid on table subject to call Corporations & Associations|Utilities--Electric
HB 2233 68-0 (1983) Author: Jackson, Lee
Sponsor: Parker, Carl
Relating to housing finance corporations and the issuance of revenue bonds in order to carry out the purposes of the Act. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: State Affairs
Motion withdrawn Corporations & Associations|Housing--General
SB 119 68-0 (1983) Author: Caperton, Kent Relating to an exemption from the franchise tax for corporations that hold property exclusively for other corporations that are exempted from the franchise tax. Senate: Finance Referred to Committee on Finance Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
SB 165 68-0 (1983) Author: Williams, Lindon
Sponsor: Robnett, Nolan
Relating to regulation of dental health service corporations. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|DENTAL SERVICES
SB 198 68-0 (1983) Author: Santiesteban, H. Relating to tax credits for corporations engaged in the business of manufacturing, selling, or installing solar energy devices. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
Referred to Committee on Ways & Means Corporations & Associations|Energy--Solar|Taxation--Franchise
SB 420 68-0 (1983) Author: Farabee, Ray
Sponsor: Jackson, Lee
Relating to state regulation of corporations; requiring filing of certain notices and statements with the Secretary of State and placing certain duties on the Secretary of State; increasing certain fees. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|SECRETARY OF STATE
SB 530 68-0 (1983) Author: Glasgow, Bob Relating to the calculation of the surplus of a corporation for the purposes of the franchise tax. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Committee on Economic Development Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
SB 531 68-0 (1983) Author: Glasgow, Bob
Sponsor: Messer, Bill
Repealing the use of the short form for the franchise tax. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
SB 532 68-0 (1983) Author: Glasgow, Bob Relating to the calculation of the capital assets for franchise tax purposes of a corporation that owns an interest in a Texas subsidiary corporation. Senate: Economic Development Record vote Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
SB 559 68-0 (1983) Author: Farabee, Ray
Sponsor: Smith, Terral
Relating to the powers and duties of a corporation, its directors, and committees and the liabilities of a director of a corporation and to the indemnification of and maintenance of liability insurance for certain corporate directors, officers, employees, agents, and certain nominees and designees identified in this Act; defining "net assets" and providing methods of determining assets and surplus for certain purposes. House: Business & Commerce
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations
SB 607 68-0 (1983) Author: Sarpalius, Bill
Sponsor: Uher, D.R.
Relating to exemptions from assessments of certain producers' product sales and to notice of referendum to authorize an assessment or to add new territory; providing an effective date contingent on adoption of a constitutional amendment. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
Filed without the Governor's signature Agriculture|Corporations & Associations
SB 639 68-0 (1983) Author: Blake, Roy Relating to the powers of an electric cooperative corporation. Senate: State Affairs Referred to Committee on State Affairs Corporations & Associations|Utilities--Electric
SB 954 68-0 (1983) Author: Whitmire, John Relating to issuance of certificates to corporations to act as variable annuity agents. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Committee on Economic Development Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Life & Annuities
SB 957 68-0 (1983) Author: Mauzy, Oscar Relating to the exercise of jurisdiction over nonresidents by Texas courts. Senate: Jurisprudence Reported from committee favorably without amendments Aliens|Corporations & Associations|Courts--Civil Procedure
SB 1094 68-0 (1983) Author: Harris, O.H.
Sponsor: Simpson, Bob
Relating to certificates of contribution, tax liability, policy limits, and guaranty fund provisions; to the regulation and licensing of agents for companies; and to certain powers and duties of the State Board of Insurance. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
SB 1182 68-0 (1983) Author: Caperton, Kent Relating to remedies surviving dissolution of a corporation. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Committee on Economic Development Corporations & Associations
SB 1343 68-0 (1983) Author: Montford, John Relating to fraud in a transaction involving real estate or stock in a corporation or joint stock company. Senate: Economic Development No action taken Corporations & Associations|Crimes--Against Property|FRAUD
SB 1376 68-0 (1983) Author: Parker, Carl
Sponsor: Wright, Brad
Relating to the incorporation, regulation, administration, funding, and dissolution of nonprofit education finance corporations created by cities and counties for the purpose of promoting opportunities for education through providing loans to students or promoting and developing new, expanded, and improveded educational facilities; prescribing the duties, powers, and privileges of the corporations and their sponsoring political entities; permitting higher education authorities to be converted into nonprofit higher education finance corporations; adding Chapter 59, to Title 3, Texas Education Code. House: Financial Institutions
Senate: Education
Placed on daily Major State Calendar BONDS|Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION FINANCE CORPORATIONS ACT, TEXAS|STUDENT LOANS
SB 1403 68-0 (1983) Author: Jones, Grant Relating to entities authorized to act as utility corporation. Senate: Economic Development Laid on the table subject to call Corporations & Associations|Utilities--Electric
SJR 21 68-0 (1983) Author: Sarpalius, Bill
Sponsor: Uher, D.R.
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to associations of producers of agricultural commodities. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on daily Constitutional Amendments Calendar Agriculture|Corporations & Associations|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
HB 67 68-2 (1984) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the imposition, administration, collection, and civil and criminal enforcement of a corporate profits tax. House: Ways & Means See remarks CORPORATE PROFITS TAX, TEXAS|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 125 68-2 (1984) Author: Emmett, Ed
Sponsor: Henderson, Don
Relating to the creation, administration, actions powers and dissolution of transportation corporations by the State Highway and Public Transportation Commission to carry out certain public purposes of the Commission. House: Transportation
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations|HIGHWAYS & PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, STATE|TRANSPORTATION CORPORATION ACT, TEXAS|Transportation--Miscellaneous
SB 50 68-2 (1984) Author: Henderson, Don Relating to the creation of transportation corporations by the State Highway and Public Transportation Commission to carry out certain public purposes of the Commission; providing for the administration, actions and dissolution of such corporations; containing a severability clause; and declaring an emergency. Senate: State Affairs Laid on the table subject to call Corporations & Associations|HIGHWAYS & PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, STATE|TRANSPORTATION CORPORATION ACT, TEXAS|Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 520 67-0 (1981) Author: Benedict, Jerry L. Relating to application of the open meetings law to industrial and medical development corporations and housing finance corporations. House: State Affairs Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Open Meetings
HB 831 67-0 (1981) Author: Keese, Bill Relating to the disclosure of foreign investment and corporate investment in agricultural land in Texas. House: Agriculture & Livestock No action taken AGRICULTURAL LAND DISCLOSURE ACT, TEXAS|Agriculture|Aliens|Corporations & Associations
HB 1056 67-0 (1981) Author: Coody, Bill Relating to the franchise tax payment deposit required of a domestic corporation. House: Ways & Means Subcommittee laid on table subject to call Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 1144 67-0 (1981) Author: Cain, David
Sponsor: Ogg, Jack
Relating to close corporations. House: Judiciary
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CLOSE CORPORATION LAW, TEXAS|Corporations & Associations
HB 1346 67-0 (1981) Author: Laney, James
Sponsor: Sarpalius, Bill
Relating to the duration of existence of a marketing association. House: Business & Industry
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations
HB 1620 67-0 (1981) Author: Criss, Lloyd Relating to political contributions by corporations and labor organizations in certain elections. House: Elections Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
HB 1896 67-0 (1981) Author: Nowlin, James
Sponsor: Traeger, John
Relating to regulation of sale and issuance of securities of mutual loan corporations, farmers' cooperative associations, and farmers' cooperative societies. House: Financial Institutions
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Agriculture|Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
HB 1908 67-0 (1981) Author: Garcia, Matt Relating to exemption from property taxation property used to provide housing or nursing care for retired veterans and their families. House: Ways & Means Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Housing--Veterans|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 1915 67-0 (1981) Author: Ceverha, Bill
Sponsor: Jones, Grant
Relating to fees for examination of trust companies. House: Financial Institutions
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
HB 1985 67-0 (1981) Author: Washington, Craig Relating to the powers of a corporation engaged in the business of transporting carbon dioxide. House: Transportation Postponed Corporations & Associations|Oil & Gas
HB 2159 67-0 (1981) Author: Nabers, Lynn Relating to the regulation of monopolies, contracts, combinations and conspiracies in restraint of trade or commerce. House: Business & Industry Referred to subcommittee Business & Commerce--Trade Practices|Corporations & Associations
HB 2207 67-0 (1981) Author: Messer, Bill
Sponsor: Traeger, John
Relating to the authority of certain common carrier pipelines to incorporate under state law. House: Energy Resources
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations|Oil & Gas
HB 2262 67-0 (1981) Author: Von Dohlen, Tim Relating to industrial development corporations. House: Business & Industry Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General
HB 2350 67-0 (1981) Author: Cain, David
Sponsor: McKnight, Peyton
Relating to the creation and operation of housing finance corporations, bonds issued for housing in the State of Texas and entities issuing such bonds, housing in economically depressed or blighted areas. pref. no. 87. House: Financial Institutions
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately BONDS|Corporations & Associations|ECONOMICALLY DISTRESSED AREAS|Housing--Finance
SB 369 67-0 (1981) Author: Farabee, Ray
Sponsor: Semos, Chris V.
Relating to state regulation of corporations and nonprofit corporations. House: Judiciary
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations
SB 809 67-0 (1981) Author: Ogg, Jack
Sponsor: Cain, David
Relating to close corporations. House: Judiciary
Senate: Economic Development
Comm. report printed & sent to Comm. on Local & Consent Cal. CLOSE CORPORATION LAW, TEXAS|Corporations & Associations
SB 818 67-0 (1981) Author: Brown, J.E. Relating to political contribution by corporations and labor organizations in certain elections. Senate: State Affairs Received from the Senate Corporations & Associations|Elections--Campaign Financing|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS
SB 838 67-0 (1981) Author: Caperton, Kent Relating to an exemption from the franchise tax for corporations that hold property exclusively for other corporations that are exempted from the franchise tax. Senate: Finance Referred to Committee on Finance Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
SB 962 67-0 (1981) Author: Farabee, Ray Relating to the powers of a corporation engaged in the business of transporting carbon dioxide. Senate: State Affairs Referred to Committee on State Affairs Corporations & Associations|Oil & Gas
SB 978 67-0 (1981) Author: Howard, Ed
Sponsor: Von Dohlen, Tim
Relating to industrial development corporations; their projects, management, powers, duties, privileges, and their funding and certain tax exemptions; placing certain duties on the Texas Industrial Commission; creating the Texas Small Business Development Corporation with certain powers and limitations; providing for tax liability on lessees, purchasers, or lenders; validating the formation of certain corporations. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General
SB 1013 67-0 (1981) Author: Meier, Bill
Sponsor: Saunders, Robert
Relating to the application of the Unfair Claims Settlement Practices Act to nonprofit legal services corporations. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1120 67-0 (1981) Author: Traeger, John Relating to certain combinations of common carrier pipelines. Senate: Economic Development No action taken Corporations & Associations|Oil & Gas
HB 387 66-0 (1979) Author: Hill, Danny Relating to disposition of assets of a corporation, derivative suits, and certain corporate mergers. House: Business & Industry Laid on the table subject to call Corporations & Associations
HB 488 66-0 (1979) Author: Simpson, Bob Relating to bringing of actions against persons indebted to corporation. House: Judiciary Scheduled for future calendar placement BUSINESS CORPORATION ACT, TEXAS|Corporations & Associations
HB 489 66-0 (1979) Author: Simpson, Bob
Sponsor: Doggett, Lloyd
Relating to corporations. House: Judiciary
Senate: Jurisprudence
Reported from committee favorably without amendments Corporations & Associations
HB 492 66-0 (1979) Author: Hernandez, Joe Relating to deposits required by municipal corporations and other entities for installing certain services. House: Intergovernmental Affairs Referred to Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs City Government--Utilities|Corporations & Associations|Utilities--General
HB 567 66-0 (1979) Author: Bock II, Bennie
Sponsor: Meier, Bill
Relating to the membership, liability of members, and powers of a partnership. House: Judiciary
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations
HB 926 66-0 (1979) Author: Hill, Danny
Sponsor: Parker, Carl
Relating to the period of duration of certain corporations. House: Judiciary
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations
HB 1542 66-0 (1979) Author: Von Dohlen, Tim Relating to the right of a foreign corporation to transact a trust business in the state. House: Financial Institutions Scheduled for future calendar placement Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|TRUSTS
HB 1654 66-0 (1979) Author: Ware, Bob Relating to distribution of certain labor organization financial reports to members of the labor organization; providing a penalty. House: Employment Practices Scheduled for public hearing on . . . . . . Corporations & Associations|LABOR UNIONS
HB 1735 66-0 (1979) Author: Davis, Bob
Sponsor: Traeger, John
Relating to the state's liability for and defense of claims based on certain conduct of persons serving on the governing boards of foundations, corporations, or associations at the request and on behalf of The University of Texas System. House: Higher Education
Senate: Education
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--General|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 1876 66-0 (1979) Author: Cain, David
Sponsor: Braecklein, Bill
Authorizing cities and counties to create and utilize public nonprofit corporations for the purpose of providing a means of financing the cost of residential ownership and development that will provide decent, safe, and sanitary housing for residents; defining terms; prescribing the procedures for the creation, organization, and dissolution of a corporation; prescribing the powers of a corporation; providing for the issuance, payment, security, and characteristics of a corporation's bonds; providing for exemption from taxation of properties of a corporation; enacting other provisions relating to the subject; providing for the cumulative effect of the act; providing a severability clauses; and declaring an emergency. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Human Resources
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|HOUSING FINANCE CORPORATIONS ACT, TEXAS|Housing--Finance
HB 1916 66-0 (1979) Author: Chavez, Melchor Relating to citrus marketing association. House: Agriculture & Livestock Referred to Committee on Agriculture & Livestock Agriculture|Corporations & Associations
HB 1929 66-0 (1979) Author: Massey, Tom Relating to the liabilities of a director or officer of a corporation that has had its right to do business in this state forfeited. House: Ways & Means Scheduled for future calendar placement Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 1995 66-0 (1979) Author: McFarland, Bob Relating to higher education authorities created for the purpose of acquiring student loan notes. House: Higher Education Scheduled for public hearing on . . . . . . Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|STUDENT LOANS
HB 2017 66-0 (1979) Author: Gilley, Smith Relating to the power of a trustor to authorize a corporate trustee to deposit trust funds with itself. House: Financial Institutions Scheduled for future calendar placement Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|TRUSTS
HB 2030 66-0 (1979) Author: Henderson, Don
Sponsor: Harris, O.H.
Relating to the licensing of certain professional corporations as insurance agents. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2040 66-0 (1979) Author: Browder, Jim
Sponsor: Jones, Grant
Relating to and providing that surviving widows and children of shareholders may share in the profits of certain insurance agencies. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2093 66-0 (1979) Author: Von Dohlen, Tim Providing for the creation and administration of development corporations to carry out certain public purposes of cities, counties, and certain other political subdivisions relating to the promotion and development of commercial, industrial, manufacturing, medical, and research enterprises to promote and encourage employment, public health and the public welfare. House: Business & Industry Laid on the table subject to call Corporations & Associations|DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION ACT OF 1979|Economic & Industrial Development--General
SB 142 66-0 (1979) Author: Ogg, Jack
Sponsor: Hill, Danny
Relating to disposition of assets of a corporation and certain corporate mergers. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations
SB 153 66-0 (1979) Author: Harris, O.H.
Sponsor: Cartwright, Donald
Relating to the incorporation, funding, powers, duties, and management of mutual trust investment companies and to ownership of stock of the companies. House: Financial Institutions
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|TEXAS MUTUAL TRUST INVESTMENT COMPANY ACT
SB 177 66-0 (1979) Author: Doggett, Lloyd Relating to the procedure of the dissolution of a domestic corporation and for the withdrawal of a foreign corporation. Senate: Jurisprudence Scheduled for public hearing on . . . . . . Corporations & Associations
SB 179 66-0 (1979) Author: Doggett, Lloyd Relating to a derivative suit brought by a creditor of a corporation. Senate: Jurisprudence Considered by committee in public hearing Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
SB 418 66-0 (1979) Author: Moore, W.T. "Bill"
Sponsor: McLeod, E. Douglas
Relating to regulation of certain water supply or sewer service corporations. House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 462 66-0 (1979) Author: Farabee, Ray
Sponsor: Evans, Charles
Relating to the liability of a trustee or of a personal representative of the estate of a decedent who continues a partnership in the place of the deceased partner. House: Judiciary
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Probate--Guardians & Related Trusts
SB 509 66-0 (1979) Author: Meier, Bill Relating to the membership, liability of members, and powers and restrictions of a partnership and its members. House: Judiciary
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Committee on Judiciary Corporations & Associations
SB 511 66-0 (1979) Author: Meier, Bill
Sponsor: Hartung, Frank
Relating to certain trustee's powers and the qualification of a charitable remainder unitrust, annuity trust, or pooled income fund for a federal tax deduction. House: Financial Institutions
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Probate--Guardians & Related Trusts
SB 571 66-0 (1979) Author: Parker, Carl Relating to the period of duration of certain corporations. Senate: State Affairs Referred to Committee on State Affairs Corporations & Associations
SB 606 66-0 (1979) Author: Santiesteban, H.
Sponsor: Von Dohlen, Tim
Relating to the prepayment and allocation of a corporation's initial franchise tax deposit and filing of its initial franchise tax report. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
SB 682 66-0 (1979) Author: Moore, W.T. "Bill"
Sponsor: Bird, Ronald C.
Relating to the filing of certain documents with and the handling by the secretary of state. House: Business & Industry
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|SECRETARY OF STATE
SB 761 66-0 (1979) Author: Jones, Gene Relating to the requirements for incorporation as an insurance company. Senate: Economic Development Scheduled for public hearing on . . . . . . Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 813 66-0 (1979) Author: Harris, O.H. Relating to filing of articles of incorporation. Senate: State Affairs Referred to Committee on State Affairs Corporations & Associations
SB 924 66-0 (1979) Author: Longoria, Raul
Sponsor: Chavez, Melchor
Relating to certain citrus cooperative associations. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately Agriculture|Corporations & Associations
SB 948 66-0 (1979) Author: Patman, W.N. "Bill" Relating to the filing of assumed business or professional name certificates and to the imposition of penalties. Senate: Intergovernmental Relations Scheduled for public hearing on . . . . . . Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|SECRETARY OF STATE
SB 996 66-0 (1979) Author: Harris, O.H. Relating to regulation of automobile clubs. Senate: State Affairs Referred to subcommittee AUTOMOBILE CLUBS|Corporations & Associations|Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 1275 66-0 (1979) Author: Howard, Ed
Sponsor: Von Dohlen, Tim
Providing for the creation and administration of development corporations to carry out certain public purposes of cities, counties, and certain other political subdivisions relating to the promotion and development of commercial, industrial, manufacturing, medical, and research enterprises to promote and encourage employment, public health, and the public welfare; authorizing such development corporations to acquire certain properties and to lease, sell, or convey said properties and to make loans for the medical, and research enterprises; authorizing such cities, counties, and other political subdivisions to utilize a development corporations to issue bonds with approval of the sponsoring cities, counties, and other political subdivisions in order to carry out certain specified public purposes; requiring compliance with provisions of the Texas Health Planning and Development Act for bonds for medical projects; containing other provisions relating to the subject; containing a severability clause; and declaring an emergency. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION ACT OF 1979|DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS|Economic & Industrial Development--General|INDUSTRIAL COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 77 65-0 (1977) Author: Blake, Roy Relating to the authority of a corporate trustee to deposit trust funds with itself. House: Financial Institutions Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|TRUSTS
HB 413 65-0 (1977) Author: Bigham, John R. Relating to certain meetings to be held by water supply corporations. House: Natural Resources Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Open Meetings|Water--General
HB 639 65-0 (1977) Author: Schlueter, Stan Relating to public access to meetings of the board of directors of an electric cooperative corporation and to public access to information in the custody of an electric cooperative corporation; providing penalties. House: Agriculture & Livestock Assigned to General State Calendar Corporations & Associations|Utilities--Electric
HB 738 65-0 (1977) Author: Davis, Bob Relating to the coverage, powers, duties, operation, and financing of the Texas Medical Liability Insurance Underwriting Association. House: State Affairs Laid on the table subject to call Corporations & Associations|Health Care Providers|Malpractice--Professionals
HB 824 65-0 (1977) Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo Relating to corporations engaged in agriculture; providing penalties. House: Agriculture & Livestock Referred to subcommittee Agriculture|Corporations & Associations
HB 933 65-0 (1977) Author: Olson, Jr., Lyndon Amending the Texas Uniform Limited Partnership Act. House: Business & Industry Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations
HB 1060 65-0 (1977) Author: Chavez, Melchor Relating to conduct of business or rendering of professional services under an assumed name by individuals, partners, unincorporated or incorporated businesses, professional or other associations, corporations, or legal entities. House: Judiciary Considered by subcommittee in formal meeting ASSUMED BUSINESS OR PROFESSIONAL NAME ACT|Business & Commerce--General|Corporations & Associations|FALSE IDENTITY
HB 1086 65-0 (1977) Author: Powers, Pike Relating to the authority of a corporation to make a guaranty. House: Business & Industry Withdrawn from calendar Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
HB 1128 65-0 (1977) Author: McBee, Susan Gurley
Sponsor: Snelson, W.E. "Pete"
Relating to the rate of interest that certain agricultural credit corporations may charge. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days Agriculture|Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
HB 1384 65-0 (1977) Author: Davis, Bob
Sponsor: Jones, Grant
Relating to the organization, operation, and regulation of certain nonprofit health service companies. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Corporations & Associations|Health Care Providers|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1437 65-0 (1977) Author: Ezzell, Michael H.
Sponsor: Farabee, Ray
Relating to the directors and officers of a professional corporation. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days Corporations & Associations
HB 1615 65-0 (1977) Author: Weddington, Sarah Relating to the use of the word "cooperative" by certain corporations. House: Higher Education Considered by committee in public hearing Corporations & Associations
HB 1757 65-0 (1977) Author: Garcia, Matt Relating to property tax exemptions for property of a nonprofit corporation owned and held for the exclusive use and development of biomedical research or for other scientific biological uses and purposes, and not used for profit. House: Ways & Means Referred to subcommittee Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 1758 65-0 (1977) Author: Garcia, Matt Relating to property tax exemptions for property of a nonprofit corporation owned and held for the exclusive use and development of biomedical research or for other scientific biological uses and purposes, and not used for profit. House: Ways & Means Referred to subcommittee Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 1834 65-0 (1977) Author: Lalor, Lance Relating to hospital cooperative associations. House: Higher Education Considered by committee in public hearing Corporations & Associations|Hospitals
HB 1835 65-0 (1977) Author: Lalor, Lance Relating to hospital laundry cooperative associations. House: Higher Education Considered by committee in public hearing Corporations & Associations|Hospitals
HB 1860 65-0 (1977) Author: Simpson, Bob
Sponsor: Braecklein, Bill
Relating to the time a corporation forfeits its right to do business in this state for failure to pay or report franchise taxes; relating to the personal liability of directors and officers for certain debts of corporation whose right to do business has been forfeited. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 1861 65-0 (1977) Author: Simpson, Bob Relating to the procedure for the dissolution of a domestic corporation and for the withdrawal of a foreign corporation. House: Judiciary Assigned to General State Calendar Corporations & Associations
HB 1862 65-0 (1977) Author: Simpson, Bob Relating to a derivative suit brought by a creditor of a corporation. House: Judiciary Assigned to General State Calendar Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 1919 65-0 (1977) Author: Hale, L. DeWitt Relating to valuation of property for taxation when said property is nominally owned by nonprofit associations, corporations, or other organizations for the use, benefits, and enjoyment of their members; authorizing the tax assessor to value such property on a nominal basis under certain conditions; providing that the true value of such nominally owned property is reflected in the enhanced value of the property owned by the members of the organization whose ownership entitles them to the use and enjoyment of the nominally owned property; defining certain terms and conditions; proclaiming legislative policy with respect to such nominally owned property; repealing all laws or parts of laws in conflict herewith; and declaring an emergency. House: Ways & Means Assigned to Consent Calendar Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Property Interests--Real Property|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection
HB 1979 65-0 (1977) Author: Donaldson, Jerry "Nub" Relating to the holding of real estate by a non-profit corporation. House: Business & Industry Considered by committee in public hearing Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Property Interests--Real Property
HB 2037 65-0 (1977) Author: Powers, Pike Relating to limited partnerships. House: Judiciary Referred to Committee on Judiciary Corporations & Associations
HB 2085 65-0 (1977) Author: Allen, Joe Relating to the inability of any professional group or person to enact or cause to be enacted any legislation or regulation which diminishes the ability of any other professional group or person to sustain itself on a basis consistent with it's demands. House: State Affairs Referred to Committee on State Affairs Corporations & Associations|Legislature
HB 2110 65-0 (1977) Author: Blythe, W.J. "Bill" Prohibiting the coercion of parents of public school students to join or contribute to private organizations; providing penalties. House: Public Education Referred to Committee on Public Education Corporations & Associations|Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel|Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|GIFTS & DONATIONS
HB 2127 65-0 (1977) Author: Henderson, Don Relating to Procedure for Descent By Shareholders as to said corporate actions by adding thereto a provision relating to the fair value of shares of such descenting shareholder. House: Financial Institutions Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations
HB 2128 65-0 (1977) Author: Henderson, Don Relating to tender offers for the securities of corporations incorporated in this State. House: Financial Institutions Considered by committee in public hearing Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
HJR 47 65-0 (1977) Author: Simpson, Bob Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the formation of associations by producers of agricultural products. House: Constitutional Amendments Considered by committee in public hearing Agriculture|Corporations & Associations|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
SB 75 65-0 (1977) Author: Farabee, Ray
Sponsor: Finnell, Charles
Relating to the published notice by firm desiring to become incorporated without a change in firm name and to the liability of the firm and members until required publication is accomplished; providing defense if claimant had acutal notice. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations
SB 90 65-0 (1977) Author: Brooks, Chet Amending the Texas Uniform Limited Partnership Act. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Committee on Economic Development Corporations & Associations
SB 107 65-0 (1977) Author: Mengden, Walter Prohibiting the coercion of parents of public school students to join or contribute to private organizations; providing penalties. Senate: Education Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel|Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|GIFTS & DONATIONS
SB 215 65-0 (1977) Author: Brooks, Chet
Sponsor: Olson, Jr., Lyndon
Amending the Texas Uniform Limited Partnership Act. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations
SB 557 65-0 (1977) Author: Braecklein, Bill Authorizing a limited partner to take part in the control of the partnership business without being liable for the partnership obligations. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Committee on Economic Development Corporations & Associations
SB 631 65-0 (1977) Author: Hance, Kent
Sponsor: Powers, Pike
Relating to the authority of a corporation to make a guaranty. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Economic Development
90 Day Bill Corporations & Associations
SB 661 65-0 (1977) Author: Jones, Gene
Sponsor: Donaldson, Jerry "Nub"
Relating to an exception to the limit to which any person or corporation may become liable to a state bank. House: Financial Institutions
Senate: Economic Development
90 Day Bill Corporations & Associations|Financial--Banks
SB 787 65-0 (1977) Author: Doggett, Lloyd
Sponsor: Grant, Ben Z.
Relating to authorized sentences for corporations and associations adjudged guilty of an offense; authorizing the court to require giving notice of conviction to certain persons. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
SB 788 65-0 (1977) Author: Doggett, Lloyd
Sponsor: Grant, Ben Z.
Relating to an annual report to be filed by a corporation and information to be include; and making an appropriation. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Jurisprudence
90 Day Bill COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
SB 790 65-0 (1977) Author: Doggett, Lloyd
Sponsor: Grant, Ben Z.
Relating to notice by a corporation of indemnification payments and of certain liability insurance claims or payments. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Jurisprudence
Assigned to Consent Calendar Corporations & Associations
SB 816 65-0 (1977) Author: Braecklein, Bill Relating to the time a corporation forfeits its right to do business in this state for failure to pay or report franchise taxes; relating to the personal liability of directors and officers for certain debt of corproations whose right to do business has been forfeited. Senate: Economic Development Reported from committee favorably with amendments Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
SB 817 65-0 (1977) Author: Braecklein, Bill Relating to the precedure for the dissolution of a domestic corproation and for the withdrawl of a foreign corporation. Senate: Economic Development Reported from committee favorably with amendments Corporations & Associations
SB 852 65-0 (1977) Author: Jones, Grant
Sponsor: Orr, Fred
Relating to the errors and omissions policy required for qualifying a corporation to be issued a license as a local recording agent. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development
90 Day Bill Corporations & Associations
SB 857 65-0 (1977) Author: Jones, Gene
Sponsor: Wallace III, Ralph
Relating to financial records and reports of certain nonprofit corporations; defining offenses and providing a penalty. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations
SB 900 65-0 (1977) Author: Brooks, Chet
Sponsor: Lalor, Lance
Relating to cooperative associations, including hospital laundry cooperative associations; making certain nonexempt cooperatives eligible for membership and service by a cooperative association; making political subdivisions and municipalities eligible institutions; permitting operation of a system for the benefit of nonmember eligible institutions; permitting distribution of surplus revenue among patrons; providing a severability clause. House: Higher Education
Senate: Human Resources
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations
SB 904 65-0 (1977) Author: Brooks, Chet Relating to hospital laundry cooperative associations. Senate: Human Resources Considered by committee in public hearing Corporations & Associations|Hospitals
SB 987 65-0 (1977) Author: Braecklein, Bill Relating to the audit of the fiscal affairs of certain districts created pursuant to Article III, Section 52(b), or Article XVI, Section 59, of the Texas Constitution. Senate: Economic Development Reported from committee favorably with amendments Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
SB 988 65-0 (1977) Author: Braecklein, Bill Relating to preemptive rights of shareholders of a corporation. Senate: Economic Development Reported from committee favorably Corporations & Associations
SJR 19 65-0 (1977) Author: Patman, W.N. "Bill"
Sponsor: Simpson, Bob
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the formation of associations by producers of agricultural products. House: Constitutional Amendments
Senate: Natural Resources
Filed with the Secretary of State Agriculture|Corporations & Associations|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
HB 191 64-0 (1975) Author: Geiger, Richard S.
Sponsor: Braecklein, Bill
Relating to the name of a professional corporation. House: Judicial Affairs
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations
HB 333 64-0 (1975) Author: Finney, Dave
Sponsor: Patman, W.N. "Bill"
Relating to the definition of an industrial development agency. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General
HB 354 64-0 (1975) Author: Ribak, Abraham D. Relating to the creation, administration, operation, and financing of the Texas Oil and Gas Corporation. House: Energy Resources Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Oil & Gas|OIL & GAS CORPORATION, TEXAS
HB 619 64-0 (1975) Author: Hubenak, Joe A.
Sponsor: Gammage, R.A. "Bob"
Relating to officers of cooperative marketing associations. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations
HB 643 64-0 (1975) Author: Hudson III, Samuel
Sponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to the incorporation, organization, and regulation of cooperative associations; providing penalties. House: Judiciary
Senate: Human Resources
Effective in 90 days COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION ACT|Corporations & Associations
HB 727 64-0 (1975) Author: Nowlin, James
Sponsor: Traeger, John
Relating to the limitation on operating expenses of certain exempt insurance associations. House: Insurance Effective in 90 days Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 886 64-0 (1975) Author: Hernandez, Joe Relating to deposits required by municipal corporations and other entities for installing certain services. House: Intergovernmental Affairs Considered by subcommittee in public hearing Corporations & Associations|Utilities--General
HB 911 64-0 (1975) Author: Earle, Ronald Relating to corporations. House: Judicial Affairs Referred to Committee on Judicial Affairs Corporations & Associations
HB 937 64-0 (1975) Author: Nugent, James E. Relating to the powers of telephone cooperatives. House: Transportation Reported from committee favorably without amendments Corporations & Associations|TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES|Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 938 64-0 (1975) Author: Nugent, James E. Relating to the terms of office of directors of telephone cooperatives. House: Transportation Reported from committee favorably without amendments Corporations & Associations|TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES|Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 1068 64-0 (1975) Author: Blythe, W.J. "Bill" Relating to incorporation, organization, and regulation of food cooperative associations. House: Agriculture & Livestock Referred to Committee on Agriculture & Livestock Corporations & Associations|FOOD|FOOD COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION ACT
HB 1465 64-0 (1975) Author: Madla, Frank Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas to require a corporation to support the financial solvency and accept responsibility for contractual obligations of one of its subsidiary corporations classified as a utility under Article 6050, Revised Civil Statutes of Texas, 1925, as amended; adding Article 6053B to the Revised Civil Statutes of Texas, 1925, as amended. House: Energy Resources Considered by committee in public hearing Corporations & Associations|RAILROAD COMMISSION|Utilities--General
HB 1642 64-0 (1975) Author: Cates, Phil Relating to certain powers of coal slurry corporations. House: Energy Resources Reported from committee with substitute Corporations & Associations|Mines & Mineral Resources
HB 1676 64-0 (1975) Author: Simpson, Bob Relating to the liability of corporate directors to contractual creditors of the corporation in the event of corporate insolvency. House: Judiciary Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations
HB 1686 64-0 (1975) Author: Sutton, G.J. Prohibiting corporations, labor unions, civic organizations, and other entities from paying expenses of a delegate to certain conventions of political parties or from giving paid leave to an employee for attendance at a convention, with exceptions. House: Elections Referred to subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Elections--Political Parties
HB 1794 64-0 (1975) Author: Davis, Bob Relating to applicability of the Managing General Agents' Licensing Act to certain business corporations. House: Insurance Considered by committee in public hearing Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1806 64-0 (1975) Author: Reynolds, Richard F. Relating to authorizing domestic life insurance companies to invest their funds and accumulations in certain obligations of corporations meeting specified requirements. House: Insurance Considered by committee in public hearing Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Life & Annuities
HB 1864 64-0 (1975) Author: Bailey, Kay
Sponsor: Brooks, Chet
Authorizing the governing boards of health related state-supported institutions, including Texas A&M University System, The University of Texas System, and Texas Woman's University, and certain nonprofit health-related institutions located in certain medical centers to form associations to operate certain systems or facilities on a cooperative basis solely for the benefit of such institutions; providing for the establishement and operation of cooperative associations with authority to acquire such property, borrow money, and issue such bonds and other evidences of indebtedness as deemed necessary for the creation, operation, and maintenance of the systems; providing that such associations shall by tax-free; enacting other provisions relating to the subject; providing this Act shall be cumulative of other existing laws; providing a severability clause. House: Higher Education
Senate: Human Resources
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Health Institutions
HB 1879 64-0 (1975) Author: Allen, Joe Providing for the assessing, collecting, refunding and securing of franchise taxes by amending Section (3) of Article 12.06, Title 122A, Taxation-General, Revised Civil Statutes of Texas, 1925, as amended. House: Revenue & Taxation Referred to Committee on Revenue and Taxation Aliens|Corporations & Associations
HB 1912 64-0 (1975) Author: Coleman, Ronald Relating to class action suits. House: Judiciary Reported from committee favorably without amendments Civil Remedies & Liabilities|CLASS ACTIONS|Corporations & Associations
HB 1970 64-0 (1975) Author: Mattox, Jim Relating to the requirements for corporations to act as a surety on a bail bond. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Referred to Committee on Criminal Jurisprudence Corporations & Associations|Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release
HB 1975 64-0 (1975) Author: Blythe, W.J. "Bill" Relating to the incorporation, organization, and regulation of consumer cooperative associations. House: Business & Industry Referred to Committee on Business and Industry Corporations & Associations
HB 2066 64-0 (1975) Author: Davis, Bob Relating to the payment of commissions to professional corporations whose shareholders are licensed life insurance agents. House: Insurance Considered by committee in public hearing Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2103 64-0 (1975) Author: Finney, Dave Relating to the organization of cooperative, non-profit corporations furnishing electric energy and telephone service in rural areas. House: State Affairs Considered by subcommittee in formal meeting Corporations & Associations|RURAL|TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES|Utilities--Electric|Utilities--Telecommunications--Rural
HB 2104 64-0 (1975) Author: Finney, Dave Relating to an amendment of the Insurance Code to provide for the licensing of certain corporations for the limited purpose of collecting and transmitting insurance premiums. House: Insurance Considered by committee in public hearing Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HJR 66 64-0 (1975) Author: Parker, Carl Relating to formations of associations by producers of agricultural products. House: Constitutional Revision Referred to Committee on Constitutional Revision Agriculture|Corporations & Associations|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
SB 28 64-0 (1975) Author: Meier, Bill
Sponsor: Powers, Pike
Relating to non-profit prepaid legal services corporations under the supervision and regulation of the State Board of Insurance and to issuance of contracts for prepaid legal services; placing certain duties, responsibilites, and restrictions on corporations operating under this chapter; prescribing their mode of operation and financing; authorizing certain participation contracts and agreements; prescribing the duties and powers of the State Board of Insurance in carrying out the provisions of the Act; providing for bonding of officers and employees; providing for a tax on corporations operating under this chapter in lieu of any franchise or gross-receipts tax, the proceeds of such tax to be kept in a separate fund in the State Treasury to be known as the Prepaid Legal Services Fund; providing the use and disposition of the fund; stating the relationship of the provisions of this Act to the Texas Miscellaneous Corporation Laws Act, the Texas Non-profit Corporation Act and designated provisions of the Insurance Code. House: Judiciary
Senate: Jurisprudence
90 day bill Corporations & Associations|Lawyers
SB 157 64-0 (1975) Author: Brooks, Chet
Sponsor: Earle, Ronald
Relating to corporations. House: Judiciary
Senate: Economic Development
90 day bill Corporations & Associations
SB 201 64-0 (1975) Author: Clower, Ron Relating to advance approval by a condemnation board in a condemnation proceeding by a corporation having the right of eminent domain. Senate: State Affairs Referred to Committee on State Affairs CONDEMNATION|Corporations & Associations|Property Interests--Eminent Domain
SB 490 64-0 (1975) Author: Jones, Grant
Sponsor: Nabers, Lynn
Relating to coverage of mutual insurance companies under the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 491 64-0 (1975) Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe"
Sponsor: Uher, D.R.
Relating to amendment of the Insurance Code; to establish a joint underwriting association for the writing of medical liability insurance in Texas and providing for the plan of operation of the association; providing the powers and duties of the association and the State Board of Insurance and procedures to be followed; requiring all insurers authorized to write certain insurance in Texas to participate; providing for approval of forms and rates by the State Board of Insurance; providing a procedure for appeals; providing certain immunity from liability; making certain requirements for a plan of dissolution of the association; requiring the association to file annual statements and to be examined annually; providing for a medical professional liability study commission to remain in existence through the 65th legislative session; providing an effective date and a date beyond which no policies will be issued. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Health Care Providers|Malpractice--Professionals|MEDICAL LIABILITY INSURANCE UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION ACT
SB 855 64-0 (1975) Author: Brooks, Chet Authorizing the governing boards of health related state-supported institutions, including the Texas A&M University System, The University of Texas System, and Texas Women's University, and certain nonprofit health related institutions located in certain medical centers to form associations to operate certain systems or facilities on a cooperative basis soley for the benefit of such institutions; providing for the establishment and operation of cooperative associations with authority to acquire such property, borrow money, and issue such bonds and other evidences of indebtedness as deemed necessary for the creation, operation, and maintenance of the system; including certain provisions as to obtaining membership or transferring membership in an association, including provisions as to the respective rights and obligations of the association and an expelled member; providing for eligibility of association bonds for investment of certain funds; disclaiming liability of the state or of members of the association for bonds, notes, and other indebtedness of the association; providing that such associations shall be tax-free. House: Higher Education
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Committee on Higher Education Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Health Institutions
SB 1120 64-0 (1975) Author: Santiesteban, H. Relating to the creation and organization of residential redevelopment corporations. Senate: Intergovernmental Relations Referred to Committee on Intergovernmental Relations City Government--General|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General|ECONOMICALLY DISTRESSED AREAS|REDEVELOPMENT CORPORATION LAW
SJR 34 64-0 (1975) Author: Patman, W.N. "Bill" | et. al. Amending Constitution to provide that certain refundable assessments are not taxes. House: Constitutional Revision
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Committee on Constitutional Revision Agriculture|Corporations & Associations|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
HB 215 63-0 (1973) Author: Murray, Menton J.
Sponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to corporate guaranties. House: Judiciary
Senate: Jurisprudence
Signed by the Governor Corporations & Associations
HB 329 63-0 (1973) Author: Russell, Jerry Amending the Texas Business Corporation Act. House: Judiciary Commitee substitute Corporations & Associations
HB 355 63-0 (1973) Author: Williams, Lindon Relatig to the exemption of veterans' organizations or associations from the license requirement to own and operate certain coin-operated machines. House: Liquor Regulation Coauthor authorized Corporations & Associations|Military & Veterans|VENDING MACHINES
HB 461 63-0 (1973) Author: Semos, Chris V.
Sponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to service of process on foreign corporations, joint stock companies or associations, or acting corporations or associations. House: Judiciary
Senate: Jurisprudence
Signed by the Governor Corporations & Associations
HB 501 63-0 (1973) Author: Newton, Jon P. Relating to clearing corporations for the transfer of investment securities. House: Judiciary Sent to Calendar Committee Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
HB 502 63-0 (1973) Author: Nabers, Lynn Relating to registration of a person or corporation doing business under an assumed name. House: Judiciary Sent to Calendar Committee Corporations & Associations
HB 827 63-0 (1973) Author: Bigham, John R. Relating to requiring reports from corporations concerning certain agricultural land; providing a penalty. House: Judiciary Amended in committee Agriculture|Corporations & Associations
HB 895 63-0 (1973) Author: Hudson III, Samuel Relating to the incorporation, organization, and regulation of cooperative associations;providing penalties; providing for severability. House: Judiciary
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Committee on Economic Development COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION ACT, TEXAS|Corporations & Associations
HB 993 63-0 (1973) Author: Cavness, Don Relating to the membership of the board of directors of certain foreign corporations and holding companies which own certain interests in insurance companies authorized to operate in Texas. House: Insurance Considered in public hearing Corporations & Associations|Insurance--General
HB 1044 63-0 (1973) Author: Clayton, Bill Relating to terms of office of directors of certain water supply corporations and sewer service corporations. House: Natural Resources
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Committee on State Affairs Corporations & Associations|Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 1151 63-0 (1973) Author: Harris, Ed Relating to the imposition, implementation, and administration of a corporate profits tax; providing for exemptions and credits; providing penalties; providing effective dates. House: Revenue & Taxation Referred to Committee on Revenue and Taxation CORPORATE PROFITS TAX, TEXAS|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Income
HB 1165 63-0 (1973) Author: Cavness, Don
Sponsor: Kothmann, Glenn
Relating to tax exemptions for certain property of certain corporations providing homes for elderly persons or handicapped persons. House: Revenue & Taxation
Senate: Administration
Vetoed by the Governor Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|Housing--General|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 1439 63-0 (1973) Author: Garcia, Matt Relating to the imposition, implementation, and administration of a corporate profits tax. House: Revenue & Taxation Referred to Committee on Revenue and Taxation CORPORATE PROFITS TAX, TEXAS|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 1675 63-0 (1973) Author: Scoggins, Ralph "Skip" Relating to the effect of a change in ownership of a partnership holding a license or permit under the Texas Liquor Control Act; adding Section 18(a) to Article I, Texas Liquor Control Act, as amended (Article 666-1, et seq., Vernon's Texas Penal Code); and declaring an emergency. House: Liquor Regulation Sent to Calendar Committee Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|Corporations & Associations
HB 1716 63-0 (1973) Author: McDonald, Sr., T.H. Relating to group dental care services; amending Section A, Article 2.01, Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act, as amended (Article 1396-2.01, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes), Section 11, Chapter 244, Acts of the 44th Legislature, Regular Session, 1935, as amended (Article 4551b, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes), and Article 753, Penal Code of Texas, 1925, as amended; and declaring an emergency. House: Human Resources
Senate: Administration
Reported favorably Corporations & Associations|DENTAL SERVICES
SB 94 63-0 (1973) Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe"
Sponsor: Baker, Andrew Z.
Recognizing the value and necessity of preserving and promoting the history of the Texas Navy; designating The Texas Navy, Incorporated, a nonprofit corporation, as the official body to conduct the affairs of the Texas Navy; prescribing its duties and functions; providing for appointment of members to its board of directors by state officials; providing that state funds shall not be required for its activities. House: State Affairs
Senate: Natural Resources
90 Day Bill Corporations & Associations|Military & Veterans
SB 108 63-0 (1973) Author: Moore, W.T. "Bill" Providing certain exemptions for certain corporations subject to the "Texas Title Insurance Act". Senate: State Affairs Referred to Committee on State Affairs Corporations & Associations|Insurance--General
SB 113 63-0 (1973) Author: Brooks, Chet Relating to corporate guaranties. Senate: Subcommittee on Civil Matters Committee hearing date Corporations & Associations
SB 114 63-0 (1973) Author: Brooks, Chet Relating to a limited partner's grant of authority by power of attorney to general partner. Senate: Jurisprudence Committee hearing date Corporations & Associations
SB 115 63-0 (1973) Author: Brooks, Chet Relating to service of process on foreign corporations, joint stock companies or associations, or acting corporations or associations. Senate: Jurisprudence Notice of intent given Corporations & Associations
SB 202 63-0 (1973) Author: Brooks, Chet
Sponsor: Russell, Jerry
Making various amendments to the Texas Business Corporation Act. House: Education
Senate: Economic Development
90 Day Bill Corporations & Associations
SB 234 63-0 (1973) Author: Creighton, Tom
Sponsor: Newton, Jon P.
Relating to clearing corporations for the transfer of investment securities. House: Judiciary
Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
SB 253 63-0 (1973) Author: Moore, W.T. "Bill"
Sponsor: Doran, Jr., Hilary B.
Relating to the authority of certain corporations to borrow money and setting maximum interest rates thereon; prohibiting the plea or defense of usury in certain instances; providing exemptions. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Economic Development
Tabled Corporations & Associations
SB 379 63-0 (1973) Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe" Regulating to the incorporation, organization, and regulation of cooperative associations; providing penalties; providing for severability. Senate: Economic Development Sent to subcommittee Corporations & Associations
SB 460 63-0 (1973) Author: Aikin, Jr., A.M. Relating to certain legal services benefits offered by certain organizations to members or beneficiaries. Senate: Jurisprudence Reported favorably as amended Corporations & Associations|Lawyers
SB 606 63-0 (1973) Author: Brooks, Chet Relating to requiring reports from corporations concerning certain agricultural land; providing a penalty. Senate: Natural Resources Laid on table subject to call Agriculture|Corporations & Associations
SB 815 63-0 (1973) Author: Mauzy, Oscar Amending Subsection (b), Section 3; Subsection (d), Section 4; Subsection (a), Section 5, and adding a new Subsection (h) to Section 1, Chapter 213, Acts of the 54th Legislature, Regular Session, 1955 (Article 21.07-1, Vernon's Texas Insurance Code); providing for the payment of commissions to partnerships and to professional corporations whose shareholders are duly licensed as life insurance agents; prohibiting payments or distributions or acceptance of certain payments except in accordance with this Act; defining the word "person"; providing for certification that members of such corporations are primarily life insurance agents; providing necessary qualifications for persons to be licensed as insurance agents; providing penalties for violation of certain provisions; naming the classifications of those license holders who may participate in such a corporation; exempting certain partnerships and corporations from requirement of taking written examinations; providing for licensure of partnerships and corporations; repealing Article 21.05 of the Insurance Code and all other laws in conflict; and declaring an emergency. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development
Rules failed to suspend Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 866 63-0 (1973) Author: Herring, Charles Relating to the territorial restriction on town lot corporations; amending Article 4.05, Texas Mixcellaneous Corporation Laws Act (Article 1302-4.05, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes); and declaring an emergency. Senate: Economic Development Motion to suspend rules lost Corporations & Associations|Property Interests--Real Property
SB 894 63-0 (1973) Author: Braecklein, Bill Relating to the presentation of facts and arguments to voters, by corporations, in elections affecting issuance of bonds or imposition of a tax; amending Sections (a) and (b), Article 213, Penal Code of Texas, 1925; and declaring an emergency. Senate: State Affairs Sent to subcommittee Corporations & Associations|Ethics
SB 920 63-0 (1973) Author: Harris, O.H.
Sponsor: Hale, L. DeWitt
Relating to liability of a limited partner under the Texas Uniform Limited Partnership Act. House: Judiciary
Senate: State Affairs
Vetoed by Governor Corporations & Associations
SCR 106 63-0 (1973) Author: Brooks, Chet
Sponsor: McDonald, Felix
Recalling House Bill No. 215 for the Governor. Filed without Governor's signature Corporations & Associations|Resolutions--Recall
HB 264 62-0 (1971) Author: Ogg, Jack Relating to amending the Texas Non Profit Corporation Act to amend the articles of incorporation of private foundations to make certain requirements concerning certain distributions, prohibit certain self-dealing, prohibit excess business holdings, describe authorized investments, and prohibit certain expenditures. Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations
HB 273 62-0 (1971) Author: Murray, Menton J. Relating to amending the Texas Professional Association Act. Corporations & Associations
HB 335 62-0 (1971) Author: Jones, Grant
Sponsor: Hightower, Jack
Relating to the treatment as principal or income of corporate distributions to a trust; making the Act applicable only to trusts created after the effective date of the Texas Trust Act. Corporations & Associations|TRUSTS
HB 339 62-0 (1971) Author: Finney, Dave
Sponsor: Christie, Joe
Relating to the creation, organization, operation, powers, and duties of a business development corporation. Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General
HB 389 62-0 (1971) Author: Braecklein, Bill
Sponsor: Word, J.P.
Relating to amending certain provisions of the Texas Business Corporation Act. Corporations & Associations
HB 390 62-0 (1971) Author: Braecklein, Bill Relating to the making of guarantees by corporations. Corporations & Associations
HB 565 62-0 (1971) Author: Bass, Tom Relating to authorizing the Board of Regents of the University of Texas System and the governing boards of other health-related state-supported institutions and certain nonprofit health-related institutions, to form an association to operate a laundry system on a cooperative basis solely for the benefit of such institutions. Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Health Institutions
HB 858 62-0 (1971) Author: Heatly, W.S. "Bill"
Sponsor: Bernal, Joe J.
Relating to amending Sections 3 and 26 of the Texas Uniform Limited Partnership Act. Corporations & Associations|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State
HB 1017 62-0 (1971) Author: Braecklein, Bill Relating to the definition of the terms "person" and "company" in The Securities Act. Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
HB 1114 62-0 (1971) Author: Harris, Ed Relating to the incorporation, organization, and regulation of cooperative associations, providing penalties. Corporations & Associations
HB 1215 62-0 (1971) Author: McKissack, Dick Relating to the inclusion of physicians, surgeons, and other doctors of medicine in the Texas Professional Corporation Act. Corporations & Associations|Health Care Providers|PHYSICIANS
HB 1258 62-0 (1971) Author: Moore, Aubry L. Relating to the creation of public industrial development corporations with the approval of cities or communities and providing that cities or counties may pledge their credit to the payment of interest and principal on bonds issued by such corporations in certain circumstances. Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General
HB 1523 62-0 (1971) Author: Hanna, Joe Relating to requiring all foreign corporations doing business in Texas to maintain in this state a registered stock transfer agent Aliens|Corporations & Associations
HB 1526 62-0 (1971) Author: Jones, Edmund E. Relating to loans to state banks secured by corporate securities. Corporations & Associations|Financial--Banks|Financial--General|LOANS
HB 1777 62-0 (1971) Author: Parker, Carl
Sponsor: Harrington, D. Roy
Relating to authorizing notaries public who are stockholders of corporations owning less than 1/10 of one percent of the stock of a corporation of which there are more than 1,000 shareholders, or employees of such a corporation, to take acknowledgments of instruments in which such corporation is interested. Corporations & Associations|Notaries
HJR 63 62-0 (1971) Author: Moore, Aubry L. Proposing an amendment to provide for the creation of public industrial development corporations. (see SJR 33) Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
SB 175 62-0 (1971) Author: Herring, Charles
Sponsor: Murray, Menton J.
Relating to the Texas Professional Association Act. Corporations & Associations
SB 186 62-0 (1971) Author: Word, J.P. Relating to the making of guaranties by corporations. Corporations & Associations
SB 210 62-0 (1971) Author: Word, J.P. Relating to amending certain provisions of the Texas Business Corporation Act. Corporations & Associations
SB 319 62-0 (1971) Author: Jordan, Barbara | et. al.
Sponsor: Swanson, Bill T.
Relating to authorizing the Board of Regents of the University of Texas System and the governing boards of other health related State-supported institutions and certain nonprofit health related institutions located in certain medical centers to form an association to operate a laundry system on a cooperative basis solely for the benefit of such institutions. Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
SB 384 62-0 (1971) Author: Jordan, Barbara Relating to creating an Urban Assistance Board, establishing its method of appointment, membership and procedure, providing for per diem and expenses for members, establishing meeting procedures, authorizing the employment and assignment of staff, setting forth functions. Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|URBAN ASSISTANCE BOARD
SB 470 62-0 (1971) Author: Aikin, Jr., A.M. Relating to amending Texas Uniform Limited Partnership Act. Corporations & Associations
SB 802 62-0 (1971) Author: Brooks, Chet Relating to the rate of interest or transaction charge permitted on certain loans. Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
SB 920 62-0 (1971) Author: Kothmann, Glenn Relating to authorizing the governing boards of local governmental, State and federal health-related institutions and certain nonprofit health-related institutions located in certain medical centers in any county of the State having a certain population, to form an association to operate a laundry system on a cooperative basis solely for the benefit of such institutions. Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--Health Institutions
SB 922 62-0 (1971) Author: Brooks, Chet Relating to the application of the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act to corporations engaged in providing publications services to persons registered in state-supported institutions of higher education. Corporations & Associations|Education--Higher--General
SB 932 62-0 (1971) Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe" Relating to the incorporation, organization, and regulation of cooperative associations. Corporations & Associations
HB 67 61-0 (1969) Author: Braun, Meyer Gus Rex | et. al. Relating to defining the terms "whoever," "person," any person," and "anyone," the pronouns "he," "it," and "they" referring to these terms, and similar words and phrases, to include private corporations with respect to pollution of air and water. Corporations & Associations|Criminal Procedure--General|Environment--Air|Environment--Water
HB 69 61-0 (1969) Author: Braun, Meyer Gus Rex | et. al. Relating to providing for the issuing, service, and return of process in all courts upon corporations charged by indictment, information, or complaint with the commission of a criminal offense; providing for the appearance of the corporation, or upon failure of the corporation to appear, that a plea of not guilty shall be deemed continuously present in said court after the plea of not guilty is entered or appearance made, until final disposition is made of the case; further providing that if a corporation shall be found guilty and a fine imposed, then a judgment shall be entered having the same force and effect and shall be enforced against such corporation in the same manner as if the judgment were recovered in a civil action. Corporations & Associations|Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure
HB 246 61-0 (1969) Author: Ogg, Jack Relating to authorizing the establishment and regulation of corporations rendering a professional service. Corporations & Associations|PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS ACT
HB 515 61-0 (1969) Author: Cavness, Don | et. al. Relating to amending the Insurance Code of 1951 so as to permit the licensing of corporations as local recording agents. Corporations & Associations|MOTION PICTURE & RECORDING INDUSTRY
HB 581 61-0 (1969) Author: Ray, Jr., C. L. | et. al. Relating to amending the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act to impose additional requirements on certain corporations which include educational purposes among the purposes for which they were organized. Corporations & Associations
HB 610 61-0 (1969) Author: Cole, James D. | et. al. Relating to franchise tax exemptions for certain nonprofit corporations organized for cooperative grazing purposes, cooperative recreational centers, or rural rental housing projects. Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations
HB 700 61-0 (1969) Author: Jungmichel, Charles H. Relating to prohibiting certain corporations from engaging in farming, livestock feeding, and ranching operations. Agriculture|Corporations & Associations
HB 830 61-0 (1969) Author: Williamson, Billy H. | et. al. Relating to providing that motor vehicles of certain organizations shall be required to register such vehicles but shall not be required to pay registration fees but shall pay a fee of Five Dollars ($5). Corporations & Associations|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 839 61-0 (1969) Author: Niland, Thomas M. "Tom" Relating to amending the Texas Miscellaneous Corporation Laws Act relating to change in liability on incorporation of a business entity. Corporations & Associations
HB 842 61-0 (1969) Author: Braecklein, Bill Relating to the incorporation, activities, and dissolution of professional corporations. Corporations & Associations|PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION ACT, TEXAS
HB 862 61-0 (1969) Author: Slack, Richard C. Relating to amending the Texas Business Corporation Act relating to merger of subsidiary or subsidiaries into parent corporation. Corporations & Associations
HB 905 61-0 (1969) Author: Jones, Grant | et. al. Relating to amending the Insurance Code of Texas in respect of the corporation Franchise Tax Report filed with the Comptroller of Public Accounts, and extending the time of payment of taxes due and payable to the State of Texas by corporations. COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 1013 61-0 (1969) Author: Heatly, W.S. "Bill" Relating to provide for the practice of veterinary medicine in partnerships and corporations as well as individually by persons licensed to practice veterinary medicine in this State without change of professional liability or professional relationship. Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|VETERINARIANS
HB 1041 61-0 (1969) Author: Parker, Carl Relating to the imposition and implementation of a corporate income tax. Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Income
HB 1046 61-0 (1969) Author: Atwell, Ben | et. al. Relating to amending the Texas Business Corporation Act, relating to fee schedule. Corporations & Associations|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 1094 61-0 (1969) Author: Jones, Delwin Relating to amending provisions relating to the powers and duties of the Western Information Network Association or any other regional network association created and named by the Coordinating Board, Texas College and University System. Communications & Press|Corporations & Associations
HB 1199 61-0 (1969) Author: Cavness, Don Relating to amending the Texas Business Corporation Act to provide for the authorization of a corporation to indemnify any person who is or was a director, officer, employee, or agent of the Corporation and any person who is or was serving at the request of the Corporation as a director, officer, employee, or agent of another Corporation, partnership, joint venture, trust, or enterprise for expenses, judgments, fines, and amounts paid in settlement where such person acted in good faith and in a manner he reasonably believed to be in, or not opposed to, the best interests of the Corporation, and with respect to any criminal action or proceeding, and no reasonable cause to believe his conduct unlawful, etc. Corporations & Associations
HB 1202 61-0 (1969) Author: Ratcliff, Joseph Neil "Joe" Relating to amending the Insurance Code to provide that a domestic life insurance company may invest any of its funds and accumulations in first mortgage bonds or first lien notes of any solvent corporation which has not been in existence for five (5) consecutive years but whose bonds or notes are secured by leases or other contracts which provide for casualty insurance of such property executed by a corporation which has not defaulted in the payment of any debt within five (5) years next preceding such investment, etc. Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Life & Annuities|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens
HB 1423 61-0 (1969) Author: Presnal, Bill Relating to directors and bylaws of a farmers' co-operative society; containing penal provisions. Agriculture|Corporations & Associations
SB 222 61-0 (1969) Author: Kennard, Don Relating to amending the Savings and Loan Act relative to Permanent Reserve Fund Stock. Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
SB 235 61-0 (1969) Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe" | et. al. Relating to providing for the issuing, service, and return of process in all courts upon public and private corporations charged by indictment, information, or complaint with the commission of a criminal offense; providing for the appearance of such corporations, or upon failure of such corporations to appear, that a plea of not guilty shall be entered and the corporation shall be deemed continuously present in said court after the plea of not guilty is entered, or appearance made, until final disposition is made of the case; further providing that if such corporations shall be found guilty and a fine imposed, then a judgment shall be entered having the same force and effect and shall be enforced against such corporations in the same manner as if the judgment were recovered in a civil action. Corporations & Associations|Criminal Procedure--General
SB 348 61-0 (1969) Author: Watson, Jr., Murray Relating to amending the Insurance Code so as to permit the licensing of corporations as local recording agents; making it unlawful for a corporation to act as a local recording agent without a license; making it unlawful for a corporation, or any officer, director, shareholder or employee thereof to violate certain provisions of Insurance Code; providing for penalty. Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 458 61-0 (1969) Author: Christie, Joe William Relating to amending the Texas Business Corporation Act relating to merger of subsidiary or subsidiaries into parent corporation. Corporations & Associations
SB 522 61-0 (1969) Author: Hightower, Jack Relating to providing for the practice of veterinary medicine in partnerships and corporations as well as individually by persons licensed to practice veterinary medicine in this State without change of professional liability or professional relationship. Corporations & Associations|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|VETERINARIANS
SB 589 61-0 (1969) Author: Herring, Charles Relating to enacting the Texas Professional Corporation Act; authorizing the establishment and regulation of corporations rendering a professional service. Corporations & Associations|PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION ACT, TEXAS
SB 603 61-0 (1969) Author: Watson, Jr., Murray Relating to amending certain sections of the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act. Corporations & Associations
SB 604 61-0 (1969) Author: Watson, Jr., Murray Relating to amending the Texas Business Corporation Act relating to registered agent, change thereof; relating to administrative involuntary dissolution and reinstatement. Corporations & Associations
SB 745 61-0 (1969) Author: Herring, Charles Relating to the formation, activities, functions and dissolution of professional associations. Corporations & Associations|PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS ACT
SJR 33 61-0 (1969) Author: Berry, Virgil E. "Red" Relating to proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Texas authorizing the legislature to exempt from taxation property of any corporation or other organization formed fro the prevention of cruelty to animals. Animals|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Occupation Tax
HB 13 61-1 (1969) Author: Parker, Carl Relating to the imposition and implementation of a corporate income tax. Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Income
HB 53 61-1 (1969) Author: Shannon, Jr., Thomas Clifton "Tommy" Relating to amending the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act so as to allow the incorporation of a corporation whose purpose is to insure deposits for the benefit of bank depositors. Corporations & Associations|Financial--Banks
HB 75 61-1 (1969) Author: Ray, Jr., C. L. Relating to amending the Texas Professional Corporation Act to make that Act effective on September 1, 1969. Corporations & Associations
SB 40 61-1 (1969) Author: Herring, Charles Relating to changing the effective date for Workmen's Compensation for County Employees passed during the Regular Session. Corporations & Associations
HB 3 61-2 (1969) Author: Parker, Carl | et. al. Relating to the imposition and implementation of a corporate income tax. Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Income
HB 26 61-2 (1969) Author: Clark, Jim Relating to the imposition, administration, and implementation of a corporate profits tax; providing for a credit against the franchise tax for corporate profit taxes paid. Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Income
HB 56 61-2 (1969) Author: Ray, Jr., C. L. Relating to amending the Texas Professional Corporation Act to make that Act effective on October 1, 1969. Corporations & Associations
HB 72 61-2 (1969) Author: Shannon, Jr., Thomas Clifton "Tommy" Relating to amending the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act so as to allow the incorporation of a corporation whose purpose is to insure deposits for the benefit of bank and savings and loan association depositors, etc. Corporations & Associations|Financial--Banks|Financial--Savings & Loans
HB 73 61-2 (1969) Author: Shannon, Jr., Thomas Clifton "Tommy" Relating to enacting the Texas Depositor Protection Act; providing for creation, operation and regulation of corporations to provide deposit insurance for certain bank and savings and loan association deposits within this state. Corporations & Associations|DEPOSITOR PROTECTION ACT, TEXAS|Financial--Banks
SB 42 61-2 (1969) Author: Herring, Charles Relating to changing the effective date of the Professional Services Act. Corporations & Associations
SB 72 61-2 (1969) Author: Herring, Charles | et. al. Relating to excluding the amount charged for certain labor or services from the definition of "receipts" and "sales price" within the meaning of the Limited Sales, Excise and Use Tax Act. Corporations & Associations|Financial--Banks|Financial--Savings & Loans
HB 67 60-0 (1967) Author: Braun, Meyer Gus Rex | et. al. Relating to amending Article 19, Penal Code of Texas, 1925, and defining the terms "whoever," person," "any person," and "anyone," the pronouns "he," "it," and "they" referring to these terms, and similar words and phrases, to include private corporations, except cotton gins, with respect to pollution of air and water. Corporations & Associations|Environment--General
HB 68 60-0 (1967) Author: Braun, Meyer Gus Rex | et. al. Relating to providing for the punishment of a corporation found guilty of a crime by fine, in lieu of punishment by imprisonment. Corporations & Associations|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 69 60-0 (1967) Author: Braun, Meyer Gus Rex | et. al. Relating to providing for the issuing, service, and return of process in all courts upon corporations charged by indictment, information, or complaint with the commission of a criminal offense. Corporations & Associations|Criminal Procedure--General
HB 98 60-0 (1967) Author: Mutscher, Gus F. | et. al. Relating to amending the Texas Trust Act relating to the allocation of dividends and share rights. Corporations & Associations
HB 758 60-0 (1967) Author: Pipkin, Maurice Snow "Pip" Relating to amending the Texas Miscellaneous Corporation Laws Act relating to the authority of certain corporations to borrow money and setting maximum interest rates thereon; prohibiting the plea or defense of usury in certain instances; providing exemptions. Corporations & Associations
HB 833 60-0 (1967) Author: Archer, Jr., William Reynolds "Bill" Relating to requiring submission of certain parts of a corporation's federal income tax return with its short form franchise tax return. Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Income
HB 952 60-0 (1967) Author: Clayton, Bill | et. al. Relating to authorizing the commissioners court of each county within the state to expend county funds for membership fees and dues to a nonprofit state association or organization of counties. Corporations & Associations|County Government--Finance
HB 966 60-0 (1967) Author: Wieting, Leroy J. Relating to amending the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act to extend period of duration of certain non-profit cemetery associations. Cemeteries|Corporations & Associations
HB 1093 60-0 (1967) Author: Gladden, Donald C. "Don" | et. al. Relating to providing additional revenue to permit support of State services at an adequate level. Corporations & Associations|Oil & Gas|Taxation--Income|Taxation--Occupation Tax|Taxation--Sales
HB 1326 60-0 (1967) Author: Schulle, Jr., Gerhardt A. Relating to providing for the control and operation of public Hospital Corporations for the purpose of accumulating funds by means of donations from private persons and contributions from the United States of America to be used by the corporation in the erection and equipment of such hospitals and for the control, operation and responsibilities of such corporations and trustees, and setting out provisions for the construction and management of county hospitals by such corporations. Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|Hospitals
HJR 21 60-0 (1967) Author: Whatley, Willis James Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Texas to provide that a corporate body with banking and discounting privileges whose place of business designated in its charter is in a county of more than 500,000 inhabitants may be authorized to engage in business at more than one place within the county. Corporations & Associations|Financial--Banks|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
SB 131 60-0 (1967) Author: Watson, Jr., Murray Relating to the election of directors, quorum and voting of directors, and committee membership of non-profit corporations. Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations
SB 133 60-0 (1967) Author: Watson, Jr., Murray Relating to amending certain acts so as to provide that certain corporations are subject to supervision by the Banking Commissioner of Texas and to specify the procedure, terms, and extent of such supervision, and penalties for noncompliance. Corporations & Associations
SB 138 60-0 (1967) Author: Watson, Jr., Murray Relating to providing that when shares are registered on the books of a corporation in the name of two or more persons as joint owners, with the right of survivorship, the surviving joint owner shall have the power to transfer title to such shares and receive dividends thereon. Corporations & Associations
SB 191 60-0 (1967) Author: Watson, Jr., Murray Relating to amending the Texas Business Corporation Act to provide for additional amendments to the Articles of Incorporation to permit shareholders to certain classes of stock to vote thereon. Corporations & Associations
SB 351 60-0 (1967) Author: Reagan, Bruce A. Relating to amending the Texas Miscellaneous Corporation Laws Act relating to the authority of certain corporations to borrow money and setting maximum interest rates thereon; prohibiting the plea or defense of usury in certain instances; providing exemptions. Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
SB 527 60-0 (1967) Author: Herring, Charles Relating to amending certain statutes so as to provide that the inheritance tax lien shall not attach to stock in a corporation incorporated and existing under the laws of the State of Texas that is owned by a non-resident decedent or his estate, and that such stock may be transferred without obtaining an authorization for transfer and release of lien from the Comptroller of Public Accounts. Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Inheritance
SJR 8 60-0 (1967) Author: Parkhouse, George M. Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Texas to provide that a corporate body with banking and discounting privileges whose place of business designated in its charter is in a county of more than 500,000 inhabitants may be authorized to engage in business at more than one place within the county. Corporations & Associations|Financial--Banks|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
HB 24 60-1 (1968) Author: Parker, Carl Relating to the imposition and implementation of a corporate income tax. Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Income
HB 507 59-0 (1965) Author: Whatley, Willis James Relating to amending certain Statutes by providing for the revival of the forfeiture of the right to do business and charter of a corporation. Corporations & Associations
HB 508 59-0 (1965) Author: Whatley, Willis James Relating to amending certain Statutes by providing a method for the administrative forfeiture of charters of non-profit corporations upon the failure of such corporations to file certain reports required to be filed by the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act. Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations
HB 532 59-0 (1965) Author: George, Jesse T. | et. al. Relating to amending certain statutes relating to the State's prior lien on corporate property to secure payment of franchise taxes and penalties. Corporations & Associations|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens|Taxation--Franchise
HB 834 59-0 (1965) Author: Wilson, Charles N. "Charlie" Relating to providing additional revenues to permit support of State services at an adequate level by imposing a corporation income tax. CORPORATE INCOME TAX|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Income
HB 856 59-0 (1965) Author: Townsend, James Terrell "Terry" | et. al. Relating to amending the Texas Business Corporation Act to provide for deposit of costs in a suit by a shareholder or shareholders on behalf of corporation where the ownership interest of the complainants is less than a minimum 5% percentage. Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Corporations & Associations
HB 857 59-0 (1965) Author: Finney, Dave Relating to applicability of certain Acts to persons, firms, associations, partnerships, and corporations subject to regulation under certain Acts. Corporations & Associations
HB 938 59-0 (1965) Author: Ligarde, Honore Relating to amending the Texas Miscellaneous Corporation Laws Act, so as to authorize transfer of title to certificates and shares of stock by entries on the books of a clearing corporation. Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
HB 996 59-0 (1965) Author: Dickson, Temple Relating to the partnership agreements of married women authorizing the continuance of partnership agreements entered into prior to marriage and authorizing a married woman to enter into a partnership agreement after marriage. Corporations & Associations|Family--Marriage Relationship
HB 1006 59-0 (1965) Author: Wieting, Leroy J. Relating to burial associations incorporated before 1905. Corporations & Associations|FUNERALS & FUNERAL DIRECTORS
HB 1034 59-0 (1965) Author: Mann, Jr., Dudley R. Relating to amending the Penal Code by defining certain terms; referring to these terms and similar words to include public and private corporations in the meanings unless there is an express declaration to the contrary. Corporations & Associations
HB 1035 59-0 (1965) Author: Mann, Jr., Dudley R. Relating to providing for the punishment of a corporation found guilty of a crime by fine in lieu of punishment by imprisonment. Corporations & Associations|Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 1036 59-0 (1965) Author: Mann, Jr., Dudley R. Relating to providing for the issuing, service and return of process in all courts upon corporations charged by indictment, information, or complaint with the commission of a criminal offense; providing for the appearance of the corporation or upon failure of the corporation to appear, that a plea of not guilty shall be entered and the corporation shall be deemed continuously present in said court, after the plea of not guilty is entered, or appearance made, until final disposition is made of the case. Corporations & Associations|Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure
SB 242 59-0 (1965) Author: Blanchard, H.J. "Doc" Relating to amending certain Statutes by providing for the revival of the forfeiture of the right to do business and charter of a corporation. Corporations & Associations
SB 276 59-0 (1965) Author: Blanchard, H.J. "Doc" Relating to amending certain Statutes by providing a method for the administrative forfeiture of charters of Non-Profit Corporations upon the failure of such corporations to file certain reports required to be filed by the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act. Corporations & Associations
SB 444 59-0 (1965) Author: Blanchard, H.J. "Doc" Relating to amending the Insurance Code by providing that hereafter only such corporation, society or order of voluntary association meeting certain requirements may qualify to provide the benefits enumerated in Article 10.05 by filing articles of incorporation or association, constitution and laws, rules and regulations, proposed forms of benefit certificates, applications therefore and circulars to be issued, bond with sureties approved by the State Board of Insurance. Corporations & Associations
SB 453 59-0 (1965) Author: Parkhouse, George M. Relating to amending the Texas Business Corporation Act by providing for deposit of costs in a suit by a shareholder or shareholders on behalf of corporation where the ownership interest of the complainants is less than a certain minimum. Corporations & Associations
SB 534 59-0 (1965) Author: Watson, Jr., Murray Relating to amending the Uniform Stock Transfer Act, to provide that when shares are registered on the books of a corporation in the names of two or more persons as joint owners, with the right of survivorship, the surviving joint owner shall have the power to transfer title to such shares and receive dividends thereon. Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
SJR 42 59-0 (1965) Author: Hardeman, Dorsey B. Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of Texas authorizing corporate bodies with banking and discounting privileges to engage in business in more than one place in certain counties. Corporations & Associations|Financial--Banks|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
HB 172 58-0 (1963) Author: Floyd, Jr., Paul W. Relating to Automobile Service Clubs; providing for penalties for violations of this Act; providing an effective date. AUTOMOBILE CLUB SERVICES ACT|AUTOMOBILE CLUBS|Corporations & Associations|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 184 58-0 (1963) Author: Eckhardt, Robert Christian "Bob" Relating to providing for the punishment of a corporation found guilty of a crime by fine in lieu of punishment by imprisonment. Corporations & Associations|Crimes--Miscellaneous|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 185 58-0 (1963) Author: Eckhardt, Robert Christian "Bob" Relating to providing for the issuing, service and return of process in all courts upon corporations charged by indictment, information, or complaint with the commission of a criminal offense. Corporations & Associations|Courts--Civil Procedure
HB 382 58-0 (1963) Author: Fairchild, Robert Lewis Relating to investments of building and loan associations, so as to increase the maximum amount of a loan to a member of a building and loan association secured by pledge of the association's shares or share accounts through payment of weekly or monthly dues or share payments, from One Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($1,500) to Three Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($3,500) for associations having One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) or more in assets. Corporations & Associations|LOANS
HB 475 58-0 (1963) Author: Hughes, Robert H. "Bob" Relating to authorizing humane societies in counties with a population of over 800,000 people or more according to the last preceding federal census, defining such societies and authorizing them to investigate and prosecute misdemeanor violations of laws for prevention of cruelty and other wrongs to dumb animals in state and municipal courts upon consent of the prosecuting attorney with respect to violations of state laws and of the city governing body with respect to violation of city ordinances. Animals|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations
HB 490 58-0 (1963) Author: McGregor, Malcolm Relating to amending the Texas Business Corporation Act and the Insurance Code to provide that foreign corporations and foreign insurance corporations whose names are the same, or deceptively similar to, certain other corporations and insurance corporations shall be issued certificates of authorization to do business in Texas provided different names are used and assumed name certificates are filed in a certain manner. Corporations & Associations|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 667 58-0 (1963) Author: Cain, Pat | et. al. Relating to enacting the Texas Professional Corporation Act; providing an effective date. Corporations & Associations|PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION ACT, TEXAS
HB 693 58-0 (1963) Author: Edwards, Elder McKenzie "Mack" Relating to providing that certain smaller, newly incorporated corporations may pay a franchise tax during the first five (5) years from the date of initially being chartered or incorporated; prescribing a minimum amount to be paid by said corporations. Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 756 58-0 (1963) Author: Peeler, Travis A. | et. al. Relating to providing that the franchise tax shall not apply to corporations having no capital stock and organized for the exclusive purpose of promoting the public interest of any county, city, or town, or other area within the state, including, but not limited to, corporations operating utility facilities on behalf of and for the benefit of any such city or town. Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 772 58-0 (1963) Author: Townsend, James Terrell "Terry" Relating to amending the Texas Business Corporation Act to provide for deposit of costs in a suit by a shareholder or shareholders on behalf of corporation where the ownership interest of the complainants is less than a minimum one per cent (1%) percentage. Corporations & Associations
HB 997 58-0 (1963) Author: Johnson, Sr., Robert Ellis "Bob; Big Daddy" Relating to the allocation of dividends and share rights. Corporations & Associations|Financial--General|TRUSTS
HB 1072 58-0 (1963) Author: Barnes, Ben Frank Relating to amending the Texas Miscellaneous Corporations Laws Act governing circumstances under which an affiliated corporation may assume liabilities of a parent, subsidiary or affiliated company. Corporations & Associations
HCR 119 58-0 (1963) Author: Townsend, James Terrell "Terry" Suspending the Joint Rules to consider House Bill No. 772. Corporations & Associations|Resolutions--Administration
SB 161 58-0 (1963) Author: Herring, Charles Relating to amending the Texas Trust Act to permit a trustee to lend funds of a trust to a beneficiary of such trust when the terms of the instrument or transaction by which such trust was established expressly authorize such action. Corporations & Associations|TRUSTS
SB 359 58-0 (1963) Author: Strong, Jack B. Relating to enacting the Texas Professional Corporation Act; providing an effective date. Corporations & Associations|PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION ACT, TEXAS
SB 388 58-0 (1963) Author: Watson, Jr., Murray Relating to amending the Uniform Stock Transfer Act, to provide that whenever two or more registered owners of corporate shares have given the corporation notice of a written agreement between them providing for the disposition of all rights of a shareholder on his death, or for survivorship in the remaining owners, no liability will accrue to the corporation because of any claim adverse to the ownership shown in the agreement, unless the corporation has notice of such claims. Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
SB 414 58-0 (1963) Author: Kennard, Don Relating to amending the Texas Business Corporation Act to provide that foreign corporations and foreign insurance corporations whose names are the same, or deceptively similar to, certain other corporations and insurance corporations shall be issued certificates of authorization to do business in Texas provided different names are used and assumed named certificates are filed in a certain manner, or provided that written consent is obtained from the existing corporation having the name deemed to be similar or the person, or corporation, for whom the name deemed to be similar is reserved or registered in the office of the Secretary of State. Corporations & Associations
SB 514 58-0 (1963) Author: Herring, Charles Relating to amending the Texas Miscellaneous Corporation Laws Act relative to governing the circumstances under which parent, subsidiary and affiliated corporations may make themselves or their properties liable for the indebtedness of a parent, subsidiary or affiliated corporation, as defined in this Act and defining parent, subsidiary and affiliated corporations for the purpose of this Act. Corporations & Associations
SCR 78 58-0 (1963) Author: Moore, W.T. "Bill" Instructing the Senate Enrolling Clerk to make certain corrections in H. B. No. 172. AUTOMOBILE CLUBS|Corporations & Associations|Resolutions--Corrective
HB 48 57-0 (1961) Author: Dewey, Jr., Brownrigg Hefferron "Browny" | et. al. Relating to making Uniform the Law of Partnership. Corporations & Associations|UNIFORM PARTNERSHIP ACT, TEXAS
HB 103 57-0 (1961) Author: Green, Howard Lemuel Relating to amending a certain Article of the Insurance Code relating to the right of Group Hospital Service Corporations to contract with hospitals. Corporations & Associations|Health Care Providers|Hospitals
HB 137 57-0 (1961) Author: Bartram, Raymond A. | et. al. Relating to repealing certain Statutes which are in conflict with provisions of the Texas Business Corporation Act. Corporations & Associations
HB 138 57-0 (1961) Author: Bartram, Raymond A. | et. al. Relating to adopting and establishing certain miscellaneous statutory provisions applicable to private corporations, whether for profit or not for profit; to provide certain special laws applicable to veteran, educational, cemetery, detective, and certain railroad corporations; to provide restrictions upon the acquisition of land by corporation and to impose penalties for violation. Corporations & Associations|MISCELLANEOUS CORPORATION LAWS ACT, TEXAS
HB 140 57-0 (1961) Author: Bartram, Raymond A. | et. al. Relating to amending the Texas Business Corporation Act. Corporations & Associations
HB 141 57-0 (1961) Author: Bartram, Raymond A. | et. al. Relating to amending the Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act relating to the members of a non-profit corporation shall not be personally liable for the debts, liabilities, or obligations of the corporation. Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations
HB 226 57-0 (1961) Author: Glusing, Ben A. Relating to providing that certain corporations may transfer and assign to a State Bank or trust company fiduciary business without resort to judicial action in the courts. Corporations & Associations|Financial--General
HB 463 57-0 (1961) Author: Tunnell, Byron M. | et. al. Relating to amending a certain Article of the General Revised Civil Statutes of Texas relating to corporations exempt from payment of the franchise tax. Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise
HB 466 57-0 (1961) Author: Barlow, James E. Relating to amending a certain Article of the Texas Business Corporation Act providing that a receiver may be appointed for the assets and business of a corporation when it is established in an action by a shareholder that the shareholders are deadlocked in voting power. Corporations & Associations
HB 621 57-0 (1961) Author: Stewart, III, Maco Relating to levying a corporation income tax; prescribing certain penalties. CORPORATION INCOME TAX ACT|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Income
HB 840 57-0 (1961) Author: Price, William Rayford | et. al. Relating to amending a certain Act providing that the maximum salary for stenographers for county judges in counties with a population in excess of twenty-eight thousand (28,000) and less than thirty thousand (30,000) may be Four Thousand and Eight Hundred Dollars ($4,800). Corporations & Associations|Water--Navigation & Ports
HB 928 57-0 (1961) Author: Ballman, Charles Lee Relating to amending Title 122A, Taxation-General, Revised Civil Statutes of Texas to increase the rates of certain occupation and excise taxes and to impose new occupational, excise and income taxes; providing an effective date. CORPORATION INCOME TAX ACT|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Income|Taxation--Occupation Tax|Taxation--Sales
HB 960 57-0 (1961) Author: Korioth, Thomas Anthony "Tony" Relating to providing additional revenues to permit support of State services at an adequate level by imposing a corporation income tax. Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Income
HB 962 57-0 (1961) Author: James, Tom Relating to amending the Penal Code of the State of Texas that it is unlawful for any officer or agent of any corporation to fail or refuse to keep true, accurate and current certain minimum records of the corporation; prescribing the penalty for violations. Corporations & Associations
HB 963 57-0 (1961) Author: James, Tom Relating to amending a certain Statute relating to the authority of the Attorney General to examine the books of accounts, minutes, letters, etc. of corporations so as to provide for certain minimum records required to be kept true, accurate and current by said corporations. Corporations & Associations|RECORDS MANAGEMENT
HB 1007 57-0 (1961) Author: Eckhardt, Robert Christian "Bob" Relating to defining certain words and terms to include public and private corporations unless there is an express declaration to the contrary. Corporations & Associations
HB 1010 57-0 (1961) Author: Eckhardt, Robert Christian "Bob" Relating to providing for the issuing, service and return of process in all courts upon corporations charged by indictment, information, or complaint with the commission of a criminal offense. Corporations & Associations|Criminal Procedure--General
HB 1026 57-0 (1961) Author: Eckhardt, Robert Christian "Bob" Relating to providing for the punishment of a corporation found guilty of a crime by fine in lieu of punishment by imprisonment. Corporations & Associations|Crimes--Miscellaneous|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment
HB 1039 57-0 (1961) Author: Stewart, III, Maco Relating to amending a certain Act levying a corporation income tax; prescribing certain penalties; reducing the tax on the occupation of sulphur production; providing an effective date. CORPORATION INCOME TAX ACT|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Income
HJR 11 57-0 (1961) Author: McIlhany, Grainger Walter | et. al. Relating to proposing an amendment to the Constitution of Texas authorizing the Legislature to create agricultural commodity producers committees whose purposes shall be the expansion of markets for such commodities through advertising, public relations and other promotional work, and the development and carrying out of programs of education and research, and further authorizing the producers of the various agricultural commodities of this State to finance such activities by the levy of an assessment against themselves in an amount not to exceed one percent (1%) of the market value of the commodity upon which the assessment is paid. Agriculture|Corporations & Associations|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
SB 110 57-0 (1961) Author: Gonzalez, Henry Barbosa Relating to amending the Texas Business Corporation Act to provide that a receiver may be appointed for the assets and business of a corporation when it is established in an action by a shareholder that the shareholders are deadlocked in voting power, and have failed for a period which includes at least two consecutive annual meeting dates, to elect successors to directors whose terms have expired or would have expired upon the election of their successors. Corporations & Associations
SB 119 57-0 (1961) Author: Lane, Wardlow William Relating to making uniform the law of partnership. Corporations & Associations|UNIFORM PARTNERSHIP ACT, TEXAS
SB 214 57-0 (1961) Author: Hardeman, Dorsey B. Relating to amending the Texas Business Corporation Act by providing for cumulative voting by shareholders for the election of directors unless prohibited by the articles of incorporation; providing that no amendment of the articles of incorporation prohibiting the right of cumulative voting shall be effective unless at least sixty-six and two-thirds per cent (66 2/3%) of the outstanding shares of each class of stock entitled to vote thereon shall have been voted for such amendment; providing for written notice by shareholder who intends to cumulate his votes to the secretary of the corporation on or before the day preceding the election at which such shareholder intends to cumulate his votes; providing an effective date. Corporations & Associations
SB 316 57-0 (1961) Author: Aikin, Jr., A.M. Relating to providing for the incorporation of dental health service corporations under the Texas Nonprofit Act; adding an exception to the Dental Practice Act. Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Corporations & Associations|DENTAL SERVICES
SB 450 57-0 (1961) Author: Reagan, Bruce A. Relating to amending a certain Statute relating to the ownership of land in Texas by corporations. Corporations & Associations
HB 32 57-1 (1961) Author: Stewart, III, Maco Relating to amending a certain Statute to provide additional revenue for the support of the State government by providing for a Retail Sales and Use Tax; imposing a Corporation Income Tax; providing an effective date. Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Income|Taxation--Sales
HB 71 57-1 (1961) Author: Adams, J. Collier | et. al. Relating to amending a certain Act relating to Water Supply or Sewer Service Corporations; to provide for increasing the number of directors by amendment to the by-laws; for making the requirement of a bond of the officers discretionary with the board of directors; for making the handling of the business by a manager discretionary with the board of directors; providing for selecting as a depository a bank which is insured with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; exempting the corporation from the Texas Securities Act. Corporations & Associations|Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 20 56-0 (1959) Author: Johnston, Dean Francis Relating to a tax on the taxable incomes of certain corporations, joint stock associations and limited partnerships, the administration of the tax by the Comptroller of Public Accounts. CORPORATION NET PROFITS TAX ACT|Corporations & Associations|Taxation--Franchise|Taxation--Income
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