HB 72 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to the power of certain counties to enact certain park use rules; changing a criminal penalty.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 101 87-0 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to civil liability of municipalities for failure to comply with immigration detainer requests.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 123 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to participation in the countywide polling place program.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
HB 156 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.
Relating to the authorization by referendum of an optional county fee on vehicle registration in certain counties.
House: Transportation
Received from the House
HB 177 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to the enforcement by certain entities of state and federal immigration laws with respect to persons younger than 18 years of age.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 224 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to authorization for a county or municipality to establish a local minimum wage.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 233 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Relating to the applicability of the prohibition on governmental entities adopting certain regulations governing the use of certain building products, materials, or methods.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 238 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to the regulation of firearms or ammunition by a municipality or county.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 277 87-0 (2021)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the appointment of counsel to represent indigent defendants in criminal cases.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 337 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the intake and disposition records of animal shelters and releasing agencies.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 362 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., CarlSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the authority of a county to require electronic bids or proposals for competitive bidding.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
HB 386 87-0 (2021)
Author: Pacheco, Leo
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 466 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the sale of fireworks before and during the Diwali holiday.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 499 87-0 (2021)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Pay Equity Task Force.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 537 87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Relating to the posting of required notice by a county on the county's Internet website.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 540 87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to require a labor peace agreement as a condition of engaging in a commercial transaction with the municipality or county.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 561 87-0 (2021)
Author: Israel, Celia | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of the authority of political subdivisions to adopt or enforce juvenile curfews.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 587 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cole, Sheryl | et. al.
Relating to a study on the suitability of unused and underused public facilities for joint use by state and local governmental entities and artists.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 593 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to establishing an intergovernmental development corporation in certain counties to foster minority- or women-owned construction businesses.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
HB 631 87-0 (2021)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to local government and other political subdivision regulation of certain solid waste facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 634 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales, Eddie
Relating to the type of newspaper required for the publication of notices by governmental entities or representatives in certain counties.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 655 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to a study on a statewide disaster alert system and implementation of that system.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 692 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shine, Hugh | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to retainage requirements for certain public works construction projects.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 741 87-0 (2021)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to voter approval of a county or municipal budget that reduces by a certain percentage the amount allocated to provide a fire protection, law enforcement, or emergency medical service.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 770 87-0 (2021)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to the regulation of poker clubs in certain counties; providing civil penalties; authorizing an occupational license; authorizing a fee; creating a criminal offense.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Considered in Calendars
HB 774 87-0 (2021)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the authority of certain counties to regulate noise levels in residential areas; creating a criminal offense.
House: County Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 775 87-0 (2021)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the adoption of noise regulations by certain counties; creating a criminal offense; authorizing fees.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
HB 788 87-0 (2021)
Author: Geren, CharlieSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the eligibility of emergency service dispatchers to participate in a public safety employees treatment court program.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 863 87-0 (2021)
Author: Romero, Ramon
Relating to the prevailing wage for work associated with public work contracts; authorizing a penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 873 87-0 (2021)
Author: Collier, Nicole | et. al.
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 886 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the repeal of the prohibition against certain municipal or county regulation of the rental or leasing of housing accommodations.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 919 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leman, Ben | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement of certain federal laws regulating firearms, firearm accessories, and firearm ammunition within the State of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 934 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the operation of motor-assisted scooters.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 946 87-0 (2021)
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a county to restrict sex offenders from child safety zones in the unincorporated area of the county.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 947 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the electronic filing with and the recording by county clerks of records conveying title to or an interest in real property.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 949 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the electronic filing with and the recording by county clerks of records conveying or purporting to convey title to or an interest in real property.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 1030 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the publication of required notice by a political subdivision by alternative media.
House: County Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 1034 87-0 (2021)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to the authority of a county to adopt a fire or wildland-urban interface code.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 1051 87-0 (2021)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the eligibility of emergency service dispatchers to participate in a public safety employees treatment court program.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 1133 87-0 (2021)
Author: Clardy, TravisSponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to an election to revoke a county equalization tax imposed in certain counties.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 1236 87-0 (2021)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to state, local, and court involvement in determining whether victims and witnesses to an offense and certain detained, arrested, or incarcerated persons are lawfully present in the United States.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1240 87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to the offense of failure to comply with an order from a fire marshal and the authority of certain county employees to issue citations for certain violations; changing a criminal penalty.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 1253 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the creation of county task forces for the disposition of a firearm a person is prohibited from possessing under certain court orders related to family violence.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 1266 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to the administration of seed and plant certification in this state by the State Seed and Plant Certification Council and the Texas Crop Improvement Association.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 1277 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz | et. al.
Relating to the operation of a transitional housing pilot program by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1290 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the authority of a county assistance district to perform district functions outside the district.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
HB 1292 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Pay Equity Task Force.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1347 87-0 (2021)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to impose certain fees on new construction.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 1361 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shine, Hugh
Relating to referenda on county property matters in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
HB 1409 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to the distribution of emergency health resources by the state.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 1474 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cyrier, John | et. al.
Relating to requirements for the designation of a property as a historic landmark and the inclusion of a property in a historic district by a municipality.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Considered in Calendars
HB 1540 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to regulation of certain facilities and establishments with respect to, civil remedies for certain criminal activities affecting, and certain criminal offenses involving health, safety, and welfare; creating a criminal offense; increasing criminal penalties.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1543 87-0 (2021)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to certain procedural requirements for public improvement districts and transfers of property located in public improvement districts.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1544 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the eligibility of land to continue to be appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if the land is temporarily used for sand mining operations; authorizing a fee.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Finance
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 1627 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the issuance of air quality permits for concrete plants located in certain areas.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 1656 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to certain orders, proclamations, and regulations issued in response to a disaster by the governor or the presiding officer of the governing body of a political subdivision.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1703 87-0 (2021)
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
Relating to disclosure of certain relationships with local government officers and vendors.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1720 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the inclusion of certain areas in a county assistance district.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1756 87-0 (2021)
Author: Burns, DeWayne
Relating to county appropriations to historical foundations or organizations.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
HB 1786 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the issuance of air quality permits for concrete plants located in certain areas.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 1803 87-0 (2021)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to requiring county approval of a proposed purchase or conversion by a municipality of a property to house homeless individuals.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1862 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hefner, Cole | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a county to restrict sex offenders from child safety zones in the unincorporated area of the county.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1925 87-0 (2021)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Relating to prohibitions on camping in a public place and to a political subdivision's designation of property for camping by homeless individuals; creating a criminal offense.
House: State Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1969 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the inspection of prevailing wage records by certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 1986 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to establishing an intergovernmental development corporation in certain counties to foster minority- or women-owned construction businesses.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
HB 2025 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hunter, ToddSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to certain statutes and governmental actions that relate to the federal census.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
HB 2054 87-0 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to municipal and county regulation of sex parlors, including the imposition of civil and criminal penalties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2079 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to a recommendation of polling place locations by a county clerk.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
HB 2101 87-0 (2021)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.
Relating to the creation of an additional judicial district in McLennan County.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 2102 87-0 (2021)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to the use of an electronic device for accepting voters; authorizing a fee.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
HB 2133 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ellzey, Jake | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain counties to restrict sex offenders from child safety zones in certain portions of the unincorporated area of the county.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2210 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a local government to enter into an intergovernmental support agreement with a branch of the armed forces of the United States.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2236 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain counties to adopt a land bank program.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
HB 2262 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the extended registration of certain fleet vehicles.
House: Transportation
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2295 87-0 (2021)
Author: Wu, GeneSponsor: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to allowing certain counties to cease operation of a juvenile justice alternative education program.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Jurisprudence
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 2317 87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to the inclusion of affordable housing as a qualifying project for public-private partnerships.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
HB 2368 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny
Relating to the participation by local governments in water quality control measures.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2404 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meyer, Morgan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation and maintenance of a database of information regarding certain local economic development agreements; providing a civil penalty.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2414 87-0 (2021)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the authority of a county clerk to require a person to present photo identification to file a document in the real property records of a county.
House: County Affairs
Received from the House
HB 2492 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales, Eddie
Relating to a grant program for public improvement projects for unincorporated communities in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 2495 87-0 (2021)
Author: Neave, Victoria
Relating to an exception from requirements to assist or cooperate with federal immigration officers for matters regarding activities that occur at a domestic violence shelter.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2500 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bailes, Ernest
Relating to Internet posting of notice by governmental entities and representatives as an alternative to newspaper publication of notice.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2512 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to the county regulation of certain BYOB establishments; creating a criminal offense.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 2578 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to the comptroller's establishment and operation of a public information Internet website.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2592 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to authorizing certain municipalities and counties to enter into interlocal contracts for the provision of law enforcement services.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 2662 87-0 (2021)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the elimination of certain regulations waived during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2696 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W. | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to eligibility for a loan under the disaster recovery loan program.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Finance
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 2805 87-0 (2021)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to the board of directors of a public utility agency.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2811 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the release of a tier two form listing hazardous chemicals that is in the possession of a political subdivision of this state.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 2921 87-0 (2021)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to applicability of the Private Real Property Rights Preservation Act to certain statutes relating to access to public beaches.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 2928 87-0 (2021)
Author: Jetton, Jacey
Relating to publication and posting of notice by governmental entities and representatives.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2948 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cyrier, John
Relating to the authority of a county to regulate condominiums.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 3051 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to authorization for the creation of a county ethics commission in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3088 87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the administration of certain mental health grant programs established by the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 3125 87-0 (2021)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to the payment by the state or a county of costs for certain mental health hearings or proceedings.
House: County Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3136 87-0 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to allowing the governing bodies of certain political subdivisions to call for a local option election relating to the sale of alcoholic beverages.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 3161 87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of community paramedicine programs to coordinate health care services and improve health care provision.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 3199 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to cemeteries in certain municipalities and counties.
House: Land & Resource Management
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3237 87-0 (2021)
Author: Israel, Celia
Relating to authorizing an optional county fee on vehicle registration in certain counties to be used for transportation projects.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 3248 87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Jessica | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of the cultivation, manufacture, processing, distribution, sale, testing, transportation, delivery, transfer, possession, use, and taxation of cannabis and cannabis products and local regulation of cannabis establishments; authorizing the imposition of fees; requiring an occupational license; creating a criminal offense; imposing a tax.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 3266 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
Relating to personal contact information submitted by certain local officials to the Texas Division of Emergency Management and local health departments.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 3286 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schofield, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the overnight parking of a commercial motor vehicle near certain apartment complexes.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3308 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the formation of special districts for the purpose of storm mitigation and resiliency, energy, water, and indoor air utilizing private funding sources; providing thereto the ability of specific entities to use conduit financing; and establishing specific consumer protection provisions for residential property owners related to the program.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3315 87-0 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a pretrial intervention program for certain youth offenders; authorizing a fee.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 3463 87-0 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to determining the residence of incarcerated persons.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
HB 3553 87-0 (2021)
Author: Neave, Victoria | et. al.
Relating to a grant program for mobile crisis outreach teams.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 3589 87-0 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to civil liability of a local entity or institution of higher education official directing certain immigration law violations.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3733 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the regulation of outdoor lighting in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 3807 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the use of lifeguards and informational signs to improve safety on public beaches.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3835 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the establishment of regional assisted outpatient treatment programs to provide court-ordered outpatient mental health services in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 3845 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the failure of a property owners' association to file all dedicatory instruments of a residential subdivision as public records.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3892 87-0 (2021)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to matters concerning governmental entities, including cybersecurity, governmental efficiencies, information resources, and emergency planning.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3897 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to fees levied by municipalities and counties for certain alcoholic beverage licenses.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3909 87-0 (2021)
Author: Harris, Cody | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to regulate certain activities.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 3956 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to authorizing an optional county fee on vehicle registration in certain counties to be used for transportation projects.
House: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3967 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to county authority to prohibit or restrict the sale of fireworks.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3981 87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the authority of certain counties to issue revenue bonds for certain solid waste management projects.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 4008 87-0 (2021)
Author: Spiller, David | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a county to issue bonds to restore or maintain a county courthouse.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 4037 87-0 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to county authority to balance bill for county air ambulance services.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 4085 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to certain meetings of a commissioners court during a disaster or emergency.
House: County Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 4130 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the imposition of a county housing first initiatives fee in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 4140 87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to issues affecting counties and certain other governmental entities and residents.
House: County Affairs
Received from the House
HB 4142 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to the adoption and repeal of an additional ad valorem road tax for the maintenance of county roads.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 4150 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckley, Brad
Relating to the applicability of the law governing the provision of state aid to certain local governments disproportionately affected by the granting of ad valorem tax relief to disabled veterans.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 4192 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dean, Jay
Relating to deadlines associated with proposing and adopting a budget for certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 4240 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to local regulation to enforce child custody orders; authorizing a civil penalty.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Placed on intent calendar
HB 4293 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a court reminder program for criminal defendants.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 4342 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the establishment by certain counties and hospital districts of disease control pilot programs to reduce the risk of certain infectious and communicable diseases; authorizing fees.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 4355 87-0 (2021)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to providing children committed to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department and prisoners serving a sentence in a county jail with certain documents on discharge or release; authorizing a fee.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 4371 87-0 (2021)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to juvenile justice reform, including the age of a child at which a juvenile court may exercise jurisdiction over the child and the age of criminal responsibility.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 4412 87-0 (2021)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the regulation of recreational vehicle parks.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 4427 87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Jessica
Relating to the powers and duties of the committees and officers of certain political parties regarding the conduct of primary elections.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
HB 4435 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the authority of certain counties to remediate an overflow of water caused by a diversion or impoundment of the natural flow of surface water.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 4444 87-0 (2021)
Author: Neave, Victoria | et. al.
Relating to the authority of counties to prohibit evictions during a declaration of disaster.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 4496 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to municipal and county building codes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 4503 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to municipal or county authority to prohibit the use of natural gas utility service in a building.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4505 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain counties to create a county development district.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4538 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cyrier, John | et. al.
Relating to the removal, relocation, alteration, or construction of certain monuments or memorials located on municipal or county property; providing civil penalties.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Left pending in committee
HB 4550 87-0 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to provide a universal basic income.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4564 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to posting a notice of a foreclosure sale on a county's Internet website.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
HB 4632 87-0 (2021)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
Relating to the creation of an additional county court at law in McLennan County and the operation of the county courts at law in that county.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HJR 120 87-0 (2021)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Proposing a constitutional amendment to abolish the office of county treasurer of Galveston County.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 61 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation and duties of the unfunded mandates interagency work group.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 92 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to state, local, and court involvement in determining whether victims and witnesses to an offense and certain detained, arrested, or incarcerated persons are lawfully present in the United States.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 99 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to participation in the countywide polling place program.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 186 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Spiller, David | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a county to issue bonds to restore or maintain a county courthouse.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
SB 291 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Bucy III, John
Relating to the posting of certain project information at a commercial building construction site.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 326 87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a county to require electronic bids or proposals for competitive bidding.
Senate: Local Government
Co-author authorized
SB 340 87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to establishing an intergovernmental development corporation in certain counties to foster minority- or women-owned construction businesses.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 368 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the issuance of air quality permits for concrete plants located in certain areas.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 389 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to authorization for a county or municipality to establish a local minimum wage.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 408 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the designation of polling place locations on the campuses of certain institutions of higher education.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 425 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the power of certain counties to enact certain park use rules.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 441 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a county to restrict sex offenders from child safety zones in the unincorporated area of the county.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 464 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Lopez, Ray
Relating to reports on deaths from reportable and other communicable diseases to county health authorities and health departments.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 474 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Collier, Nicole | et. al.
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 499 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the enforcement of certain federal laws regulating firearms, firearm accessories, and firearm ammunition within the State of Texas.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 501 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to regulation of certain group homes and other residential facilities for children, elderly individuals, and individuals with disabilities; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 524 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the applicability of the law governing the provision of state aid to certain local governments disproportionately affected by the granting of ad valorem tax relief to disabled veterans.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 551 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to wages and employment benefits.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 553 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the timely reporting of criminal case dispositions to the Department of Public Safety and to the allocation of certain grant money.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 584 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the authorization by referendum of an optional county fee on vehicle registration in certain counties.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 610 87-0 (2021)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the inclusion of affordable housing as a qualifying project for public-private partnerships.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 643 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to authorizing the imposition of additional fees for filing civil cases in Nueces County.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 646 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to county approval of certain proposed purchases or conversions of properties to house homeless individuals.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Local Government
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
SB 658 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the offense of failure to comply with an order from a fire marshal and the authority of certain county employees to issue citations for certain violations; changing a criminal penalty.
Senate: Local Government
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 677 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the administration of seed and plant certification in this state by the State Seed and Plant Certification Council and the Texas Crop Improvement Association.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
SB 683 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to defense economic readjustment zones.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 780 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the authority of a local government to enter into an intergovernmental support agreement with a branch of the armed forces of the United States.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 790 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Howard, Donna
Relating to county and municipal authority to balance bill for county or municipal air or ground ambulance services and to a study regarding billing by ground ambulance service providers.
House: County Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 865 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to a power outage alert system and a study on a statewide disaster alert system.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Business & Commerce
No action taken in committee
SB 998 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to an election to revoke a county equalization tax imposed in certain counties.
Senate: Education
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1023 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the authority of a governmental entity to impose a regulation governing the use of building products, materials, or methods that relates to water conservation.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1036 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to regulation of certain facilities and establishments with respect to, civil remedies for certain criminal activities affecting, and certain criminal offenses involving health, safety, and welfare; creating a criminal offense; increasing criminal penalties.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 1064 87-0 (2021)
Author: Alvarado, CarolSponsor: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the extended registration of certain county fleet vehicles.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1090 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Murr, Andrew
Relating to certain regulations adopted by governmental entities regarding land use restrictions and building products, materials, or methods used in the construction or renovation of residential or commercial buildings.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1097 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to retainage requirements for certain public works construction projects.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1162 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the sale of fireworks before and during the Diwali holiday.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 1169 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the authority of a county to require a person to obtain a building permit from the county for certain portable structures.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
SB 1206 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the applicability of executive orders issued by the President of the United States.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1285 87-0 (2021)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the creation of an additional judicial district in McLennan County.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 1286 87-0 (2021)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the creation of an additional county court at law in McLennan County and the operation of the county courts at law in that county.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 1334 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Canales, Terry
Relating to the lease, rental, and donation to the United States of certain facilities relating to a toll bridge by certain counties and municipalities.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 1343 87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to certain meetings of a commissioners court during a disaster or emergency.
House: County Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1350 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the issuance of air quality permits for concrete plants located in certain areas.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1357 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Dean, Jay
Relating to deadlines associated with proposing and adopting a budget for certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
SB 1398 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the payment of costs for certain mental health hearings or proceedings and a county's entitlement to reimbursement for those costs.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 1407 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to referenda on county property matters in certain counties.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 1416 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the removal, relocation, alteration, or construction of certain monuments, memorials, or designations located on public property; authorizing a civil penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1425 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to periodic zero-based budgeting for certain political subdivisions.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 1437 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the requirement that certain municipalities and counties conduct an efficiency audit before holding an election to approve the adoption of certain ad valorem tax rates.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
SB 1486 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of the authority of political subdivisions to adopt or enforce juvenile curfews.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
SB 1542 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to county appropriations to historical foundations or organizations.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 1557 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the authority of a county to regulate condominiums.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
SB 1570 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the authority of a county to adopt a land bank program.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 1585 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Cyrier, John
Relating to requirements for the designation of a property as a historic landmark and the inclusion of a property in a historic district by a municipality.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1592 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to powers and duties of governmental entities during a public health disaster; providing civil penalties.
Filed
SB 1616 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to powers and duties of governmental entities during a public health disaster; providing civil penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1662 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the appointment, suspension, and termination of a county elections administrator.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1663 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the administration of the countywide polling place program.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1689 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to third-party debt collection of traffic fines in certain counties.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 1724 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to building codes applicable in the unincorporated areas of a county; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1837 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to authorizing an optional county fee on vehicle registration in certain counties to be used for transportation projects.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 1871 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to penalties for violating certain county and municipal regulations regarding the operation of a boarding home facility; imposing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 1874 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the duty of a county clerk to send a copy of a recorded deed to the grantor.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1881 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the applicability of the prohibition on governmental entities adopting certain regulations governing the use of certain building products, materials, or methods.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1882 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the applicability of the prohibition on governmental entities adopting certain regulations governing the use of certain building products, materials, or methods.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1928 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to requiring state contractors and political subdivisions of this state to participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify, and authorizing the suspension of certain licenses held by private employers for the knowing employment of unauthorized aliens; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1985 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to qualifications for sheriffs in certain counties.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1990 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, BorrisSponsor: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the powers of certain freight rail districts.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 2006 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to publication and posting of notice by certain governmental entities and representatives.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 2024 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to certain procedural requirements for public improvement districts and transfers of property located in public improvement districts.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 2110 87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the release of a tier two form listing hazardous chemicals that is in the possession of a political subdivision of this state.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2117 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the authority of certain counties to issue revenue bonds for certain solid waste management projects.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 2131 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to a grant program for public improvement projects for unincorporated communities in certain counties.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 2188 87-0 (2021)
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.Sponsor: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to the municipal or county regulation of residential detention facilities for immigrant or refugee children.
House: State Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 2200 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to certain regulations adopted by governmental entities regarding building products, materials, or methods used in the construction or renovation of residential or commercial buildings.
Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
SJR 56 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Proposing a constitutional amendment to abolish the office of county treasurer of Galveston County.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
HB 109 87-1 (2021)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid in certain counties under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
Filed
HB 163 87-1 (2021)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
Filed
HB 204 87-1 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to determining the residence of incarcerated persons.
Filed
HB 228 87-1 (2021)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to a pilot program for recording activity at a ballot counting station.
Filed
HB 266 87-1 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Pay Equity Task Force.
Filed
SB 42 87-1 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to participation in the countywide polling place program.
Filed
HB 17 87-2 (2021)
Author: Jetton, Jacey | et. al.
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
Filed
HB 183 87-2 (2021)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to a pilot program for recording activity at a ballot counting station.
House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select
Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 187 87-2 (2021)
Author: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to provide a guaranteed universal basic income.
Filed
SB 61 87-2 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to participation in the countywide polling place program.
Filed
SB 78 87-2 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
Filed
SB 95 87-2 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the governor's issuance of executive orders, proclamations, and regulations regarding the wearing of face masks or coverings during a declared state of disaster.
Filed
SB 98 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to COVID-19 vaccine mandates and the application of COVID-19 vaccine exemptions to certain employees.
Filed
SB 99 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibiting COVID-19 vaccine mandates by a governmental entity.
Filed
HB 34 87-3 (2021)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 70 87-3 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 104 87-3 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 146 87-3 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to determining the residence of incarcerated persons.
Filed
SB 5 87-3 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Patterson, Jared
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: State Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 13 87-3 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to COVID-19 vaccine mandates and the application of COVID-19 vaccine exemptions to certain employees.
Filed
SB 14 87-3 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibiting COVID-19 vaccine mandates by a governmental entity.
Filed
SB 33 87-3 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the governor's issuance of executive orders, proclamations, and regulations regarding the wearing of face masks or coverings during a declared state of disaster.
Filed
HB 28 86-0 (2019)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.
Relating to the prevailing wage for work associated with public work contracts; authorizing a penalty.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 33 86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to recommendations for the appointment of directors of the San Jacinto River Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HB 62 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to certain meetings of a commissioners court during a disaster or emergency.
House: County Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 135 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to regulation of working animals by counties and municipalities.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 145 86-0 (2019)
Author: González, MarySponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to fees for services by the offices of the sheriff and constables.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 177 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al.
Relating to participation in the countywide polling place program.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
HB 200 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the power of certain counties to enact park use rules.
House: County Affairs
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 203 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a county assistance district to impose a sales and use tax.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 234 86-0 (2019)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to the local regulation of the sale of lemonade or other beverages by children.
House: State Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 328 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to authorization for a county or municipality to establish a local minimum wage.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 333 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to an optional county fee on vehicle registration to be used by a regional mobility authority.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 347 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to consent annexation requirements.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 389 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bailes, ErnestSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the regulation of game rooms in certain counties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 390 86-0 (2019)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to defense economic readjustment zones.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Received from the House
HB 445 86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to exceptions from the requirement for a person under the direction or control of a local entity or campus police department to assist or cooperate with federal immigration officers.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 453 86-0 (2019)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation by a county of a portion of the value of the residence homestead of a physician who provides health care services for which the physician agrees not to seek payment from any source, including the Medicaid program or otherwise from this state or the federal government, to county residents who are indigent or who are Medicaid recipients.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 505 86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the cessation of tolls by toll project entities in certain circumstances.
House: Transportation
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
HB 510 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the power of certain counties to enact park use rules.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 534 86-0 (2019)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the eligibility of emergency service dispatchers to participate in a public safety employees treatment court program.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 581 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the sale of fireworks on and before the Labor Day holiday.
House: County Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 582 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the sale of fireworks on and before the Juneteenth holiday.
House: County Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 599 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to the delivery of certain mental health records of a defendant to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 645 86-0 (2019)
Author: Raney, John | et. al.
Relating to the appointment of certain trustees of the Blinn Junior College District.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 651 86-0 (2019)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in counties not served by a hospital district or a public hospital.
House: County Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 652 86-0 (2019)
Author: Neave, Victoria | et. al.
Relating to an exception from requirements to assist or cooperate with federal immigration officers for matters regarding activities that occur at a domestic violence shelter.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 681 86-0 (2019)
Author: Stephenson, Phil
Relating to the inclusion of territory of a municipality in a county assistance district.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 704 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to renewing the application to receive ballots to be voted by mail for certain elections held during a calendar year.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
HB 717 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bailes, Ernest
Relating to the creation of an additional county court at law in Liberty County.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 746 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the establishment by certain counties and hospital districts of disease control pilot programs to reduce the risk of certain infectious and communicable diseases; authorizing fees.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 761 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Pay Equity Task Force.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 834 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to the authority of a county to adopt a land bank program.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 856 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to local government prohibitions or restrictions on the sale or use of a container or package.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 911 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the creation and functions of the Lake Houston Watershed Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
HB 915 86-0 (2019)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the sale of fireworks during and before the Diwali holiday.
House: County Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 921 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al.
Relating to the intake and disposition records of animal shelters and releasing agencies.
House: Public Health
Considered in Calendars
HB 933 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bucy III, John | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to posting of election information on the secretary of state's and each county's Internet website.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 940 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Considered in Calendars
HB 956 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to the dissolution of county assistance districts.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 972 86-0 (2019)
Author: Biedermann, Kyle
Relating to repealing the authority of a county to regulate hunting with bows and arrows in certain subdivisions.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism
HB 1031 86-0 (2019)
Author: Deshotel, JoeSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the regulation of game rooms in certain counties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 1120 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to the powers of certain county assistance districts.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 1217 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to the inquiry of immigration status of a person under a lawful detention by certain persons under the direction or control of a local governmental entity or campus police department.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1229 86-0 (2019)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the posting of required notice by a political subdivision on Internet websites.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 1235 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the issuance by a state agency of a permit required for the construction of a high-speed rail project by a private entity.
House: Transportation
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 1257 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the repeal of the prohibition against certain municipal or county regulation of the rental or leasing of housing accommodations.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 1260 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to jointly held elections for political subdivisions.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
HB 1268 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to dangerous wild animals; providing penalties; creating a criminal offense; authorizing a fee.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 1332 86-0 (2019)
Author: Israel, Celia | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of the authority of political subdivisions to adopt or enforce juvenile curfews.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1341 86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the authority of a district clerk to post official and legal notices by electronic display.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 1473 86-0 (2019)
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
Relating to disclosure of certain relationships with local government officers and vendors.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1476 86-0 (2019)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc"Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the regulation of game rooms in certain counties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 1596 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lambert, Stan
Relating to a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation by a county, municipality, or junior college district of a portion of the appraised value of the income-producing tangible personal property owned by certain veteran-owned businesses during the businesses' initial period of operation in this state.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1611 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al.
Relating to regulation in the unincorporated area of a county of high-speed rail activity near schools.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 1628 86-0 (2019)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the authority of coastal counties to adopt certain rules for island parks, beach parks, and public beaches; creating a criminal offense.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1633 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kuempel, JohnSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the imposition and rate of the county hotel occupancy tax in certain counties; authorizing the imposition of a tax.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 1634 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kuempel, JohnSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the imposition, rate, and use of revenue derived from certain local hotel occupancy taxes; authorizing the imposition of a tax.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 1661 86-0 (2019)
Author: Herrero, Abel | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offense of continuous violence against the family.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1666 86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the authorization by referendum on an optional county fee on vehicle registration in certain counties.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 1722 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to the establishment by certain counties and municipalities of disease control programs to reduce the risk of certain infectious and communicable diseases; authorizing fees.
House: County Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1752 86-0 (2019)
Author: Clardy, Travis
Relating to the construction manager-at-risk method of contracting for governmental construction projects.
House: State Affairs
Postponed
HB 1789 86-0 (2019)
Author: Tinderholt, TonySponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the authority of certain local governmental entities to enter into an agreement to create a mutual aid law enforcement task force.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 1795 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement by certain entities of state and federal immigration laws with respect to persons younger than 18 years of age.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1932 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to the inclusion of catastrophic debris management in county emergency management programs.
House: County Affairs Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
HB 1972 86-0 (2019)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to municipal regulation of game rooms and amusement redemption machines.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 2003 86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to the review and approval of contingent fee contracts for certain public agencies.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Postponed
HB 2007 86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the enforcement of traffic regulations on a public road that is owned, operated, and maintained by a special district.
House: County Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2014 86-0 (2019)
Author: Goldman, Craig
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to regulate certain activities.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 2063 86-0 (2019)
Author: Stickland, Jonathan
Relating to the sale of fireworks on and before Texas Independence Day, San Jacinto Day, and Cinco de Mayo.
House: County Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 2070 86-0 (2019)
Author: Stickland, Jonathan
Relating to the repeal of a provision governing the operation of jail commissaries in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 2107 86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to information provided by a local health jurisdiction on food regulation.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2119 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cortez, PhilipSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the application for and loans from the Texas military value revolving loan account.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2135 86-0 (2019)
Author: Shine, Hugh
Relating to retainage requirements for certain public works construction projects.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2142 86-0 (2019)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to participation in the countywide polling place program.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
HB 2162 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cole, Sheryl | et. al.
Relating to a study on the suitability of unused and underused public facilities for joint use by state and local governmental entities.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2166 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.Sponsor: Flores, Peter
Relating to the administration of seed and plant certification in this state by the State Seed and Plant Certification Council and the Texas Crop Improvement Association.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture
Left pending in committee
HB 2187 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the repeal of the prohibition against certain municipal or county regulation of the rental or leasing of housing accommodations.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 2188 86-0 (2019)
Author: Frullo, John | et. al.Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the operation of electric and nonelectric bicycles.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2211 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wray, John
Relating to certain counties that are required to operate a juvenile justice alternative education program.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
HB 2266 86-0 (2019)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the repeal of certain provisions governing state and local enforcement of immigration laws and other provisions related to immigration law.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2287 86-0 (2019)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the operations of certain municipal housing authorities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2300 86-0 (2019)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W. | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the disaster recovery loan program; making an appropriation.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 2319 86-0 (2019)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to certain coordinated county transportation authorities.
House: Transportation
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2325 86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to information and communication of governmental and other entities regarding disasters and health and human services.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2337 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to the development of a contract template and contracting guidance for debris removal and monitoring contracts of political subdivisions.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 2439 86-0 (2019)
Author: Phelan, Dade | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to certain regulations adopted by governmental entities for the building products, materials, or methods used in the construction or renovation of residential or commercial buildings.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2461 86-0 (2019)
Author: Stucky, Lynn | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the territory of and fees imposed by certain emergency communication districts.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2481 86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the creation and administration of certain specialty court programs; authorizing fees.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2496 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cyrier, John | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the designation of a property as a historic landmark by a municipality.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 2521 86-0 (2019)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to establishing an intergovernmental development corporation in certain counties to foster minority- or women-owned construction businesses.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2566 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dominguez, AlexSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the authority of certain counties to regulate litter and mosquito control.
House: County Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 2575 86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the duty of a county to refund an amount of $5 or less paid to the county clerk.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2604 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sanford, ScottSponsor: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the number of emissions inspections performed by certain vehicle inspection stations.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Transportation
Effective on 1/1/20
HB 2648 86-0 (2019)
Author: Biedermann, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to maintaining certain monuments and memorials and the names of certain public institutions; providing civil penalties.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism
HB 2683 86-0 (2019)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the transfer or sale of a law enforcement dog to a peace officer, an honorably retired peace officer, or a survivor of a deceased peace officer.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2723 86-0 (2019)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to local government and other political subdivision regulation of certain solid waste facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2736 86-0 (2019)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the authority of a governmental unit that has withdrawn from a regional planning commission to join another regional planning commission.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2808 86-0 (2019)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the publication of required notice by a political subdivision by alternative media and on the Internet.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2828 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the exception of certain information related to the humane disposition by a municipality or county of an animal from required disclosure under the public information law.
House: County Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 2840 86-0 (2019)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the right of a member of the public to address the governing body of a political subdivision at an open meeting of the body.
House: County Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2886 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to the requirement for payment bonds from certain public work contractors.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2912 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to certain images captured by an unmanned aircraft.
House: State Affairs
Postponed
HB 2942 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Flores, Peter
Relating to the eligibility of land to continue to be appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if the land is temporarily used for sand mining operations; authorizing a fee.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Property Tax
Left pending in committee
HB 2956 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the authority of a county to regulate impervious cover in certain floodplains.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 2975 86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the sale of a motor vehicle, motorboat, vessel, or outboard motor by a lienholder.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3002 86-0 (2019)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.
Relating to certain audit and reporting requirements of regional planning commissions.
House: County Affairs
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 3022 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to emergency warning systems operated by municipalities and counties.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 3045 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, PonchoSponsor: Flores, Peter
Relating to the provision of solid waste disposal services in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of certain municipalities.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 3060 86-0 (2019)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the recording by a county clerk of certain documents concerning real or personal property.
House: County Affairs
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 3063 86-0 (2019)
Author: Smithee, John | et. al.
Relating to the transfer of a retired law enforcement animal.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3105 86-0 (2019)
Author: Burns, DeWayne
Relating to the authority of a county to restrict sex offenders from child safety zones in the unincorporated area of the county.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3126 86-0 (2019)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to county community and economic development programs.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3176 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to authorizing the imposition of an additional courthouse security fee in Robertson County.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 3191 86-0 (2019)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to requiring a person who is the subject of a family violence protective order or arrested for or charged with an offense involving family violence to surrender firearms owned by the person.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 3231 86-0 (2019)
Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.Sponsor: Fallon, Pat | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of firearms, air guns, knives, ammunition, or firearm or air gun supplies or accessories by a county or municipality.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 3371 86-0 (2019)
Author: Darby, DrewSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the regulation of certain battery-charged fences by municipalities and counties.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 3383 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, Keith | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the definition of a tier 1 county for purposes of municipal annexation.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 3412 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas Veterans County Service Officer Task Force.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3430 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the transfer of a retired county law enforcement dog.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 3439 86-0 (2019)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to require a labor peace agreement as a condition of engaging in a commercial transaction with the municipality or county.
House: Urban Affairs
Postponed
HB 3515 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fierro, Art
Relating to the requirement that a veterans county service office report to the commissioners court or the county's chief administrator.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 3518 86-0 (2019)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the authority of a county to require a permit for certain food service establishments.
House: Public Health
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3560 86-0 (2019)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the authority of a county to implement a pilot program to reuse wastewater at county facilities.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 3592 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to qualifying projects for public-private partnerships.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3690 86-0 (2019)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to authorizing counties to adopt a code of ethics for their commissioners courts.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3734 86-0 (2019)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to the preemption of municipal and county regulatory authority.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3759 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the type of newspaper required for publication of notice.
House: County Affairs
Received from the House
HB 3770 86-0 (2019)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to a pilot project conducted by the Texas Water Development Board regarding the real-time monitoring of the inundation and water quality of certain portions of the Rio Grande.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 3786 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to a study conducted by counties on the effectiveness of establishing a family drug court; establishing a family drug court grant program.
House: County Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3833 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dean, Jay
Relating to participation in a local provider participation fund by certain counties.
House: County Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 3837 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the offense of failure to comply with an order from a fire marshal and the authority of certain county employees to issue citations for certain violations; changing a criminal penalty.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3898 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the authority of a county to require electronic bids or proposals for competitive bidding.
House: County Affairs
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 3905 86-0 (2019)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to the authority of certain counties to adopt and enforce park use rules.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3943 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the boundaries of San Patricio County.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 3948 86-0 (2019)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the removal, relocation, alteration, or construction of certain monuments or memorials located on public property.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism
HB 3964 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the location of countywide polling places within a county.
House: Elections
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3965 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bohac, DwayneSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the countywide polling place program.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 4048 86-0 (2019)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the eligibility of populous counties to participate in the countywide polling place program.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
HB 4052 86-0 (2019)
Author: Minjarez, Ina
Relating to allowable utility charges by a county.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4069 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the authority of a commissioners court to disapprove of certain condemnations.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 4080 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to the applicability and enforcement of building and fire codes in the unincorporated areas of a county; authorizing a fee.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 4125 86-0 (2019)
Author: Israel, Celia
Relating to the creation of tenant legal services offices by local governments to assist low-income residential tenants in eviction cases and in cases involving discrimination based on the tenants' disabilities.
House: County Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 4179 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to the cemeteries in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 4210 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to publication of notice requirements for certain governmental entities and representatives.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 4214 86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to matters concerning governmental entities, including cybersecurity, governmental efficiencies, information resources, and emergency planning.
House: State Affairs
Received from the House
HB 4218 86-0 (2019)
Author: Israel, Celia
Relating to imposing an additional fee for the registration of an alternatively fueled vehicle.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 4248 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kuempel, JohnSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to specifications for legal papers filed with a county clerk.
House: County Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 4288 86-0 (2019)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.
Relating to use of a program manager for certain public works projects.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 4289 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the authority of certain local governments to create and operate health care provider participation programs.
House: County Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 4314 86-0 (2019)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the adoption of noise regulations by certain counties; creating a criminal offense; authorizing fees.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4316 86-0 (2019)
Author: Meyer, Morgan | et. al.
Relating to a dog's restraint and shelter.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 4337 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to positions designated as exempt from sheriff's department civil service systems in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 4350 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bohac, DwayneSponsor: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to public safety answering points operated by emergency communications districts.
House: County Affairs Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 4410 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to authority of counties and municipalities to limit the photography of critical infrastructure.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 4411 86-0 (2019)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to the functions of and membership on nonprofit statewide associations of counties.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 4432 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to a prohibition on certain contracts for construction projects by governmental entities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4468 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to county jails and community mental health programs in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 4499 86-0 (2019)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the operation of motor-assisted scooters.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 4532 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the development and posting by county governments of lists of local mental health resources available to the public.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4545 86-0 (2019)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to a county, city, or independent school district posting election results on an Internet website.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
HB 4548 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wray, JohnSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 4549 86-0 (2019)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the clearance of a ditch for the purpose of flood prevention by certain counties.
House: County Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 4562 86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to parental administrations for certain incapacitated adults; authorizing a fee; creating a criminal offense.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 4567 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to issues affecting counties and certain other governmental entities and residents.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 4582 86-0 (2019)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the authority of certain counties to regulate noise levels in residential areas; creating a criminal offense.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 4608 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation to contract with municipalities and counties to perform inspections of electrical work.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 4740 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain counties bordering a populous county.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HCR 186 86-0 (2019)
Author: Darby, DrewSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make technical corrections to H.B. No. 3371.
Filed with the Secretary of State
HJR 69 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lambert, Stan
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation by a county, municipality, or junior college district of a portion of the market value of income-producing tangible personal property owned by a veteran-owned business during the business's initial period of operation in this state.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HJR 74 86-0 (2019)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony
Proposing a constitutional amendment to allow the transfer of an animal used for county purposes to the animal's handler on the animal's retirement.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HJR 96 86-0 (2019)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to allow the transfer of a law enforcement animal to a qualified caretaker in certain circumstances.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Laid on the table subject to call
SB 49 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the availability on the Internet of reports of political contributions and expenditures filed in connection with certain county judicial offices.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 62 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation and duties of the unfunded mandates interagency work group.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 81 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the naming of a reservoir by certain water districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 84 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the right of public officers to information of certain governmental entities; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 101 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to participation in the countywide polling place program.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 124 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the authority of a county to require electronic bids or proposals for competitive bidding.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 161 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to authorization for a county or municipality to establish a local minimum wage.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 166 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the inquiry of immigration status of a person under a lawful detention by certain persons under the direction or control of a local governmental entity or campus police department.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 167 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the enforcement by certain local governmental entities and campus police departments of state and federal laws governing immigration.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 173 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to requiring the state to reimburse counties for certain costs incurred in confining certain persons arrested following release from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Co-author authorized
SB 216 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the requirement that a veterans county service office report to the commissioners court or the county's chief administrator.
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Referred to Vet Affairs & Border Security
SB 219 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to certain fees of and costs incurred by sheriffs and constables.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 226 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to maintaining certain monuments and memorials and the names of certain public institutions; providing civil penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 283 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the applicability of the law governing the provision of state aid to certain local governments disproportionately affected by the granting of ad valorem tax relief to disabled veterans.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 286 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, BorrisSponsor: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the power of certain counties to enact certain park use rules.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 288 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, BorrisSponsor: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the authority of a county assistance district to impose a sales and use tax.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 290 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to mosquito control districts established for an urgent public health purpose.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 295 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Returned to committee
SB 337 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to regulate construction and renovation of structures owned by certain counties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 408 86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to eliminating distinctions in the application of consent annexation requirements.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Co-author authorized
SB 409 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the creation, purpose, implementation, and funding of the County Park Beautification and Improvement Program.
Senate: Administration
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 541 86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the designation of an emergency management planner by state agencies.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 549 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to the operation of motor-assisted scooters.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
No action taken in committee
SB 560 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to a plan and report on court-ordered representation for certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 641 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to dangerous wild animals; providing penalties; creating a criminal offense; authorizing a fee.
House: Public Health Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Public Health
SB 665 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the authority of coastal counties to adopt certain rules for island parks, beach parks, and public beaches; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 672 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the repeal of certain provisions governing state and local enforcement of immigration laws and other provisions related to immigration law.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 745 86-0 (2019)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to eliminating distinctions in the application of consent annexation requirements.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Co-author authorized
SB 762 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to wages and employment benefits.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 777 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to local government prohibitions or restrictions on the sale or use of a container or package.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 790 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Morrison, Geanie W.
Relating to certain audit and reporting requirements of regional planning commissions.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 808 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Clardy, Travis
Relating to the construction manager-at-risk method of contracting for governmental construction projects.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 824 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the local regulation of the sale of lemonade or other beverages by children.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 840 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offense of continuous violence against the family.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 920 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to establishing an intergovernmental development corporation in certain counties to foster minority- or women-owned construction businesses.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 970 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the review and approval of contingent fee contracts for certain public agencies.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
SB 983 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the establishment of a work group to study local restrictions that impede disaster recovery efforts.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1066 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to certain coordinated county transportation authorities.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 1076 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to imposing an additional fee for the registration of an alternatively fueled vehicle.
Senate: Transportation
Left pending in committee
SB 1078 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to authorizing an optional county fee on vehicle registration in certain counties to be used for transportation projects.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 1113 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to a waiver authorizing the application of pesticides for mosquito control by certain municipal or county employees in an emergency.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 1115 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the authority of a county to adopt a land bank program.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1165 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to an inquiry by a peace officer as to the nationality or immigration status of a person presumed to be a family violence victim or witness.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1209 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to regulate certain activities.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
SB 1229 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to a county, city, or independent school district posting certain election information on an Internet website.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 1255 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the location of countywide polling places within a county.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 1266 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to certain regulations adopted by governmental entities for the building products, materials, or methods used in the construction of residential or commercial structures.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1315 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to periodic zero-based budgeting for certain political subdivisions.
House: County Affairs Senate: Property Tax
Referred to County Affairs
SB 1395 86-0 (2019)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to voter approval of a proposed ad valorem tax rate that exceeds the rollback tax rate.
Senate: Property Tax
Left pending in committee
SB 1432 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to eliminating distinctions in the application of consent annexation requirements.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1456 86-0 (2019)
Author: Flores, Peter
Relating to the requirement for performance bonds from certain public work contractors.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1469 86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to municipal regulation of game rooms and amusement redemption machines.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 1488 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the designation of a property as a historic landmark by a municipality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 1496 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a pilot project conducted by the Texas Water Development Board regarding the real-time monitoring of the inundation and water quality of certain portions of the Rio Grande.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
SB 1566 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the elections for which countywide polling places may be used.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1634 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to require a labor peace agreement as a condition of engaging in a commercial transaction with the municipality or county.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1658 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to the territory of and fees imposed by certain emergency communication districts.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Co-author authorized
SB 1663 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.Sponsor: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the removal, relocation, alteration, or construction of certain monuments or memorials located on public property; providing civil penalties.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1752 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to all persons for whom federal matching money is available.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1779 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paxton, AngelaSponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to security for state agency information and information technologies.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1848 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to certain contract and notice requirements applicable to certain facilities used to house inmates or releasees from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1860 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the authority of certain counties to adopt and enforce park use rules.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
SB 1870 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to municipal annexation.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 1917 86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the prevailing wage for work associated with public work contracts; authorizing a penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1927 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the regulation of firearms, air guns, knives, ammunition, or firearm or air gun supplies or accessories by a county or municipality.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1936 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to imposing additional fees for filing civil cases and recording certain documents in Nueces County.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 2013 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the preemption of municipal and county regulatory authority.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 2017 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the countywide polling place program.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 2045 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the authority of certain local governmental entities to enter into an agreement to create a mutual aid law enforcement task force.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
SB 2098 86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the regulation of game rooms in certain counties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 2100 86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Smithee, John | et. al.
Relating to the transfer of a retired law enforcement animal.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
SB 2103 86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the repeal of a provision governing the operation of jail commissaries in certain counties.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 2104 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Miller, Rick
Relating to certain advocacy and legal services for Texas Veterans and to tuition and fees for certain military spouses and dependents.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
See remarks for effective date
SB 2128 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to the recording by a county clerk of certain documents concerning real or personal property.
House: County Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 2168 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Cyrier, John
Relating to relief from local matching funds requirements for certain counties.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 2193 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to polling place locations under the countywide polling place program.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 2216 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the reimbursement to a county for the costs of confining a person arrested under an out-of-county warrant.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 2245 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paxton, AngelaSponsor: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the enforcement of traffic regulations on a public road that is owned, operated, and maintained by a special district.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 2257 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the authority of certain entities to create and operate health care provider participation programs in counties not served by a hospital district or a public hospital.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 2307 86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the regulation of certain battery-charged fences by municipalities and counties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2310 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the authority of certain counties to adopt and enforce park use rules.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
SB 2318 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the authority of a county to require a person to obtain a building permit from the county for certain portable structures.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to County Affairs
SB 2357 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to issues affecting counties and other political subdivisions of the state.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 2376 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the collection of sales and use tax by providers of certain services.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SJR 32 86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Tinderholt, Tony
Proposing a constitutional amendment to allow the transfer of a law enforcement animal to a qualified caretaker in certain circumstances.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Filed with the Secretary of State
HB 52 85-0 (2017)
Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement of state and federal laws governing immigration and the duties of law enforcement agencies concerning arrested persons and certain persons lawfully detained.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 58 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James
Relating to the creation of a specialty court for certain first-time marihuana possession offenders; imposing a fee for participation.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 124 85-0 (2017)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the duties of a law enforcement agency regarding the immigration status of an arrested person and the enforcement of an immigration detainer.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 149 85-0 (2017)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement by certain governmental entities of state and federal laws governing immigration.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 199 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to participation in the countywide polling place program.
House: Elections
Considered in Calendars
HB 233 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the exception of certain information related to the humane disposition by a municipality or county of an animal from required disclosure under the public information law.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 295 85-0 (2017)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the adoption of noise regulations by certain counties; providing a criminal penalty; authorizing a fee.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 328 85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul | et. al.
Relating to state and federal laws regarding immigrants or immigration, including the enforcement of those laws by certain governmental entities and the use of consular identity documents for certain purposes.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 370 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the availability on the Internet of personal financial statements filed by public officials.
House: General Investigating & Ethics
Referred to General Investigating & Ethics
HB 536 85-0 (2017)
Author: Israel, Celia | et. al.
Relating to the participation of a county judge in a meeting of a commissioners court conducted by videoconference call.
House: County Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 554 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the sale of fireworks on and before the Labor Day holiday.
House: County Affairs
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 555 85-0 (2017)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to an additional fee for issuing a marriage license to applicants who are not residents of this state and the form of a marriage license and application for a marriage license.
House: County Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 594 85-0 (2017)
Author: VanDeaver, GarySponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to procedures for the dissolution of a county hospital authority.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 598 85-0 (2017)
Author: Koop, Linda
Relating to procedures of a county tax assessor-collector for collection of dishonored checks and invoices; authorizing a fee.
House: Ways & Means
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 611 85-0 (2017)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement by certain governmental entities of state and federal laws governing immigration and to the duties of law enforcement agencies concerning certain arrested persons.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 624 85-0 (2017)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a district clerk to post official and legal notices by electronic display.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Transferred to Calendars Committee
HB 754 85-0 (2017)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the enforcement by certain governmental entities of state and federal laws governing immigration and to the duties of law enforcement agencies concerning certain arrested persons.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 760 85-0 (2017)
Author: Raney, John
Relating to excepting the date of birth of a living person from required disclosure under the public information law.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Referred to Government Transparency & Operation
HB 762 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the enforcement by certain governmental entities of state and federal laws governing immigration.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 763 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the duties of a law enforcement agency regarding the immigration status of an arrested person and the enforcement of an immigration detainer.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 764 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to civil liability of a local government for failure to comply with an immigration detainer.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 819 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the authority of certain entities to enter into a comprehensive development agreement.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 820 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation by a county of a portion of the value of the residence homestead of a physician who provides health care services for which the physician agrees not to seek payment from any source, including the Medicaid program or otherwise from this state or the federal government, to indigent residents of the county.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 840 85-0 (2017)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.
Relating to authorization for a county or municipality to establish a local minimum wage.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 889 85-0 (2017)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement by certain governmental entities of state and federal laws governing immigration and to the duties of law enforcement agencies concerning certain arrested persons.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 901 85-0 (2017)
Author: Minjarez, Ina | et. al.
Relating to the amount of an optional county fee on vehicle registration in certain counties.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 921 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to the duties of a law enforcement agency regarding the immigration status of an arrested person and the enforcement of an immigration detainer.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 927 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of firearms, air guns, knives, ammunition, and firearm and air gun supplies; imposing a civil penalty.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 954 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Justin
Relating to authorization for a county or municipality to establish a local minimum wage.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1021 85-0 (2017)
Author: Smithee, John | et. al.
Relating to county law libraries.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Received from the House
HB 1102 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to providing a telephone number for certain governmental purposes.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 1103 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hernandez, AnaSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to excluding a person on the suspense list from jury duty.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1109 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schofield, Mike | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement by certain governmental entities of state and federal laws governing immigration.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1141 85-0 (2017)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to the licensing and regulation of bail bond sureties in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1156 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating an offense.
House: Public Health
Returned to committee
HB 1170 85-0 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to the authority of counties to advertise on personal property owned or leased by the county.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1183 85-0 (2017)
Author: Roberts, Kevin | et. al.
Relating to the prohibition by counties of the use of fireworks during certain hours; creating a criminal offense.
House: County Affairs
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 1205 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James
Relating to qualifications to serve as a member of the governing body of an open-enrollment charter school or the governing body of a charter holder.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 1210 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to passenger security screening.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 1234 85-0 (2017)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to filing fees imposed in civil cases in Hidalgo County and Cameron County.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 1279 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the authority of a county or municipality to adopt or enforce a smoking ban on the premises of certain businesses.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 1288 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rose, ToniSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to broker agreements for the leasing of real property owned by a county.
House: County Affairs Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 1308 85-0 (2017)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement by certain governmental entities of state and federal laws governing immigration and to the duties of law enforcement agencies concerning certain arrested persons.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1312 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
Relating to the number of emissions inspections performed by certain vehicle inspection stations.
House: Transportation
Transferred to Calendars Committee
HB 1328 85-0 (2017)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to standards for advertising land for sale in certain border counties before a subdivision plat for the land has been approved; affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 1348 85-0 (2017)
Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a county or municipality to adopt or enforce a smoking ban on the premises of certain businesses.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 1362 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al.
Relating to state agency and local government regulation of the use of multi-occupancy private spaces.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1386 85-0 (2017)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the use of earnest money contracts and other offers for the sale of land before a subdivision plat is filed in certain border counties.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 1417 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rinaldi, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the sale of fireworks during and before the Diwali holiday.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1449 85-0 (2017)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting local governments from imposing certain fees on new construction.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 1530 85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the publication of required notice by a political subdivision in media other than a newspaper.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1541 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the posting of required notice by a political subdivision on Internet websites.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Referred to Government Transparency & Operation
HB 1550 85-0 (2017)
Author: Frank, James | et. al.
Relating to the confinement in a county jail of a person pending a transfer to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and to the reimbursement of certain costs of confinement.
House: Corrections
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1576 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the location of certain temporary branch early voting polling places.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
HB 1584 85-0 (2017)
Author: King, TracySponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the implementation of county solid waste management programs in certain counties.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 1594 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the territory that may be included in a single county election precinct.
House: Elections
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1654 85-0 (2017)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to the offense of failure to comply with an order from a fire marshal and the authority of certain county employees to issue citations for certain violations.
House: County Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1716 85-0 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to territory of county assistance districts.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 1759 85-0 (2017)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the authority of an independent school district to contract with a county for the design, improvement, or construction of an instructional facility or stadium or other athletic facility.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1813 85-0 (2017)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Relating to issuing a marriage license and conducting a marriage ceremony.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1815 85-0 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to the power of counties to enact park use rules.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 1837 85-0 (2017)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the authority of counties to require a person to notify a local governmental entity before starting an outdoor fire; creating a criminal penalty.
House: County Affairs
Received from the House
HB 1850 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to creation of a task force to study the effects of population growth on counties in this state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1873 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to renewing the application to receive ballots to be voted by mail for certain elections held during a calendar year.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
HB 1961 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to the care and unlawful restraint of a dog.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 2073 85-0 (2017)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to publication of notice requirements for certain governmental entities and representatives.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 2182 85-0 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to the authority of a county assistance district to impose a sales and use tax.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2191 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dale, Tony
Relating to the eligibility of certain entities for grants awarded by the criminal justice division of the governor's office.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2280 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dean, Jay
Relating to the duties of a law enforcement agency regarding the immigration status of an arrested person and to the agency's enforcement of immigration detainers and of laws relating to immigration.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2317 85-0 (2017)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to access to criminal history record information by an emergency communication district.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 2359 85-0 (2017)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.Sponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to common nuisances.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 2434 85-0 (2017)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Relating to requiring certain public retirement systems to take certain actions or implement certain plans designed to achieve actuarial soundness.
House: Pensions
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2435 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wray, John
Relating to public improvement projects financed by or through assessments levied on property by municipalities and counties.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
HB 2482 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain counties to operate a roadway clearance program; creating an offense.
House: County Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2551 85-0 (2017)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to regulation of short-term rentals by municipalities and counties.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2557 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the development of certain local government transportation infrastructure projects; authorizing the issuance of bonds.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 2585 85-0 (2017)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the provision of veterans housing by county or municipal housing authorities.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs
HB 2586 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the electronic filing of bail bonds.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 2642 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to requirements for providing information regarding the issuance of certain proposed bonds by certain political subdivisions.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 2725 85-0 (2017)
Author: González, MarySponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the composition of the board of directors of a stormwater control and recapture planning authority in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2758 85-0 (2017)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the regulation of seed by a political subdivision.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 2762 85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, PaulSponsor: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to broker agreements for the sale of certain surplus property by certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2763 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to solid waste services and solid waste management programs in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of municipalities in certain counties; authorizing penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2770 85-0 (2017)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the declaration of a common nuisance involving a computer network or web address.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Received from the House
HB 2789 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a study group to study state unfunded mandates that affect counties.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2798 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, JessicaSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the authority of a county to implement a pilot program to reuse wastewater at county facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2825 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gooden, LanceSponsor: Hall, Bob
Relating to the dissolution of a levee improvement district by a commissioners court.
House: County Affairs Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 2846 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to the employment of certain individuals at a sexually oriented business.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 2875 85-0 (2017)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the imposition of additional fees for filing civil cases in Willacy County and Starr County.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 2899 85-0 (2017)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of discrimination by political subdivisions.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2922 85-0 (2017)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to collection of a service charge by a county or municipality for a dishonored credit card.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 2934 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the civil consequences imposed on persons arrested for, charged with, or convicted of certain criminal offenses.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 2985 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phillips, LarrySponsor: Hall, Bob
Relating to the type of newspaper required for notice by publication in certain counties.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 2998 85-0 (2017)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to defense economic readjustment zones.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3076 85-0 (2017)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to bail bond boards in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3097 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to the procedures following a child fatality or near fatality and the relating investigation by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3203 85-0 (2017)
Author: Fallon, Pat | et. al.
Relating to recordings of meetings of certain governmental bodies; creating offenses.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Left pending in committee
HB 3222 85-0 (2017)
Author: Goldman, Craig
Relating to the availability under the public information law of certain documents filed with a county clerk or a district clerk.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Left pending in committee
HB 3256 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rose, Toni | et. al.
Relating to the establishment by certain counties and hospital districts of disease control pilot programs to reduce the risk of certain infectious and communicable diseases; authorizing fees.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3271 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the right of certain public officers to access public information, documents, records, and property.
House: General Investigating & Ethics
Referred to General Investigating & Ethics
HB 3286 85-0 (2017)
Author: Goldman, Craig | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of game rooms in certain counties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
HB 3357 85-0 (2017)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.
Relating to the prevailing wage for work associated with public work contracts; authorizing a penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3391 85-0 (2017)
Author: Geren, CharlieSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the creation of a specialty court for certain public safety employees who commit a criminal offense; imposing fees for participation and testing, counseling, and treatment.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3423 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lambert, StanSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the recording by a county clerk of certain documents relating to the sale or lease of public school land.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3453 85-0 (2017)
Author: Landgraf, BrooksSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the regulation of game rooms in certain counties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3470 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hunter, ToddSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to acceptance of donations and bequests by a commissioners court.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3639 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to regulation of fireworks stands in certain counties; creating criminal offenses.
House: County Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3708 85-0 (2017)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to recordings of meetings of certain governmental bodies; creating offenses.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Referred to Government Transparency & Operation
HB 3844 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the independent ombudsman for county jails.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3895 85-0 (2017)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to the application for and loans from the Texas military value revolving loan account.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3909 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the powers and duties of a commissioners court to levy and collect taxes on behalf of a navigation district.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3910 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the requirement that a political party's county executive committee hold open meetings.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
HB 3913 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shine, Hugh | et. al.
Relating to retainage requirements for certain public works construction projects.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3924 85-0 (2017)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to regulation by certain counties of lots in platted subdivisions that have remained undeveloped for 25 years or more.
House: County Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3954 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gonzales, Larry | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 4024 85-0 (2017)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the authority of certain counties to regulate noise levels in residential areas; providing a criminal penalty.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4041 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to establishing family drug courts in counties.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 4068 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gooden, Lance
Relating to regional or local health care programs for eligible individuals and employees of small employers.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 4097 85-0 (2017)
Author: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to prohibition of certain regulations by a county, municipality, or other political subdivision.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4098 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to jail administrators in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 4110 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to grants to establish or expand community collaboratives for services to persons experiencing homelessness or mental illness and county government planning for community collaboratives.
House: County Affairs
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 4132 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the power of certain counties to enact park use rules; affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 4136 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the operation of casino games at 12 casinos in this state by licensed persons in counties that have approved casino gaming; requiring occupational licenses or certifications; creating criminal offenses and providing other penalties; authorizing fees.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 4142 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to certain requirements of counties and other governmental entities regarding behavioral health.
House: County Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 4157 85-0 (2017)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to simultaneous translation from English to Spanish of certain hearings and meetings held by a committee of the legislature, the governing body of a municipality, or the commissioners court of a county.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Left pending in committee
HB 4180 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation, operations, functions, and regulatory authority of certain governmental entities and officials; changes in certain judicial procedures; imposing civil penalties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Senate Amendments Analysis distributed
HJR 103 85-0 (2017)
Author: Springer, Drew
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing county authority to provide for manual labor poor houses and farms.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 4 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement by campus police departments and certain local governmental entities of state and federal laws governing immigration and to related duties and liability of certain persons in the criminal justice system; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 92 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibition of certain regulations by a county, municipality, or other political subdivision.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 103 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the provision of bags to customers of a business at the point of sale.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 172 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the limitation on increases in the appraised value of a residence homestead for ad valorem taxation.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 230 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to participation in the countywide polling place program.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 243 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to the authority of a commissioners court to disapprove of certain condemnations.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 334 85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to broker agreements for the leasing of real property owned by a county.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 366 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the availability on the Internet of reports of political contributions and expenditures filed in connection with certain county judicial offices.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 389 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to abolishing the Major Events reimbursement program.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 390 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to abolishing the Motor Sports Racing trust fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 391 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to abolishing the Events trust fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 392 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to abolishing the Major Events Trust fund, the Events trust fund, and the Motor Sports Racing trust fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 397 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to the consultation policies of local mental health authorities with respect to sheriffs and their representatives.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 414 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the authority of a district clerk to post official and legal notices by electronic display.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 427 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to authorization for a county or municipality to establish a local minimum wage.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 451 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to regulation of short-term rentals and short-term rental marketplaces by municipalities and counties.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Urban Affairs
SB 459 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffines, Don | et. al.
Relating to the regulation or taxation of firearms, air guns, knives, or ammunition by a municipality or county.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
SB 492 85-0 (2017)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Koop, Linda
Relating to procedures of a county tax assessor-collector for collection of dishonored checks and invoices; authorizing a fee.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
SB 515 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the right of certain public officers to access public information, documents, records, and property; creating criminal offenses.
House: General Investigating & Ethics Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to General Investigating & Ethics
SB 522 85-0 (2017)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Relating to issuing a marriage license and conducting a marriage ceremony.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 535 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation, purpose, implementation, and funding of the County Park Beautification and Improvement Program.
Senate: Administration
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 540 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the filing fee imposed in civil cases in Hidalgo County and Cameron County.
Filed
SB 619 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.
Relating to county and municipal cooperation with state and federal immigration law enforcement and efforts to enhance international border security.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 623 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a public information Internet website.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 641 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to periodic zero-based budgeting for certain political subdivisions.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 684 85-0 (2017)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the local regulation of the operation of utility vehicles, all-terrain vehicles, and recreational off-highway vehicles on public roadways.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 692 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, JoséSponsor: González, Mary
Relating to regulation by certain counties of lots in platted subdivisions that have remained undeveloped.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 760 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to county authority to regulate fireworks.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 800 85-0 (2017)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the authority of an independent school district to contract with a county for the design, improvement, or construction of an instructional facility or stadium or other athletic facility.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 852 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to prohibiting local governments from imposing certain fees on new construction.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 884 85-0 (2017)
Author: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain counties to use county revenue or incur debt to improve or redevelop certain sports facilities.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to County Affairs
SB 937 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to county law libraries.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 957 85-0 (2017)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Laubenberg, Jodie | et. al.
Relating to the content and numbering of propositions on the ballot.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 986 85-0 (2017)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Relating to a grant program to support the enforcement of immigration law by a municipality or county.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 988 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Israel, Celia
Relating to the participation of a county judge in a meeting of a commissioners court conducted by videoconference call.
House: County Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 1090 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: Public Health Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Point of order sustained
SB 1117 85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the offense of failure to comply with an order from a fire marshal.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to County Affairs
SB 1172 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of seed by a political subdivision.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1196 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to the declaration of a common nuisance involving a computer network or web address.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1229 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, JoséSponsor: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al.
Relating to solid waste services and solid waste management programs in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of municipalities in certain counties; authorizing penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1290 85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to access to criminal history record information by an emergency communication district.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1356 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to distracted driving collisions; creating an offense.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 1357 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the right of public officers to information of certain governmental entities; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1438 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the applicability of certain unfunded mandates on political subdivisions.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1452 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the application of the open meetings law to district judges performing certain management or administrative functions.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1508 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to filing fees imposed in civil cases in Hidalgo County, Cameron County, and Willacy County.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1542 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to a requirement that a condominium receive prior approval from a county prior to its creation.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1543 85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation by a county of a portion of the value of the residence homestead of a physician who provides health care services for which the physician agrees not to seek payment from any source, including the Medicaid program or otherwise from this state or the federal government, to indigent residents of the county.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 1544 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Schubert, Leighton
Relating to financial reporting requirements of regional planning commissions.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1586 85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to the minimum wage, including authorizing certain counties and municipalities to establish a minimum wage.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1676 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the veterans county service office.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1695 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four
Relating to mosquito control districts established for an urgent public health purpose.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1829 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to common nuisances.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1866 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the employment of certain individuals at a sexually oriented business.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1869 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the implementation of county solid waste management programs in certain counties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 1870 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to county prohibition of the possession of glass containers within the boundaries of a state-owned riverbed; creating an offense.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 1885 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the location of certain temporary branch early voting polling places.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1937 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the participation of certain counties in the collection improvement program.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 2002 85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to regional or local health care programs for eligible individuals and employees of small employers.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2159 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to standards for advertising land for sale in certain border counties before a subdivision plat for the land has been approved; affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2163 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the adoption of uniform rules for hours of work for certain county employees.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 2171 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to the number of emissions inspections performed by certain vehicle inspection stations.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 2236 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the independent ombudsman for county jails.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SJR 19 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to limit the maximum appraised value of a residence homestead for ad valorem tax purposes to 105 percent or less of the appraised value of the property for the preceding tax year and to permit the voters of a county to establish a higher limitation not to exceed 110 percent on the maximum appraised value of a residence homestead in the county.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SJR 27 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, VanSponsor: Springer, Drew
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing county authority to provide for manual labor poor houses and farms.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 46 85-1 (2017)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of discrimination by political subdivisions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 53 85-1 (2017)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of certain provisions governing state and local enforcement of immigration laws and other provisions related to immigration law.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 107 85-1 (2017)
Author: Cyrier, John
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to adopt or enforce a requirement that a builder or contractor obtain a license or other similar certification from the political subdivision.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 164 85-1 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the issuance of a permit by a political subdivision.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 183 85-1 (2017)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the repeal of certain provisions governing state and local enforcement of immigration laws and other provisions related to immigration law.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 317 85-1 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Tomas
Relating to the repeal of certain provisions governing state and local enforcement of immigration laws and other provisions related to immigration law.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 381 85-1 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain facilities of political subdivisions, including public school districts, and open-enrollment charter schools.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 3 85-1 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain facilities and activities of political subdivisions, including public school districts, and open-enrollment charter schools.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 13 85-1 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni | et. al.
Relating to the issuance of a permit by a political subdivision.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 23 85-1 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibition of certain regulations by a county, municipality, or other political subdivision.
Filed
SB 42 85-1 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of certain provisions governing state and local enforcement of immigration laws and other provisions related to immigration law.
Filed
SB 91 85-1 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the regulation of certain facilities and activities of political subdivisions, including public school districts, and open-enrollment charter schools.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 109 85-1 (2017)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of certain provisions governing state and local enforcement of immigration laws and to certain other provisions related to immigration law.
Filed
SB 110 85-1 (2017)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of certain provisions governing state and local enforcement of immigration laws and other provisions related to immigration law.
Filed
HB 23 84-0 (2015)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to disclosure of certain relationships with local government officers and vendors; creating criminal offenses.
House: General Investigating & Ethics Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 132 84-0 (2015)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting local governments from interfering with a person's right to engage in the production of agriculture.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 139 84-0 (2015)
Author: Stickland, Jonathan
Relating to the posting of certain notices for political subdivisions on the comptroller's Internet website.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
HB 143 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the local regulation of distance requirements for the possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages near public transportation stops.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 152 84-0 (2015)
Author: Harless, Patricia
Relating to the authority of the voters of certain counties to authorize the county to regulate the sale and use of fireworks; providing penalties.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 153 84-0 (2015)
Author: Harless, Patricia
Relating to the adoption of noise regulations by certain counties; providing a criminal penalty; authorizing a fee.
House: County Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 161 84-0 (2015)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to housing prisoners in a tent or other facility in lieu of a county jail.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 167 84-0 (2015)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the adoption of a county charter by Bexar County.
House: County Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 283 84-0 (2015)
Author: Fallon, Pat | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the requirement that certain governmental bodies make audio and video recordings of open meetings available on the Internet.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 1/1/16
HB 305 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to registering to vote and voting while in custody at certain county jails and related procedures.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
HB 392 84-0 (2015)
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Relating to authorizing an optional county fee for vehicle registration to fund certain transportation projects.
House: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 396 84-0 (2015)
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Relating to the state minimum wage, including adjustments based on the consumer price index and authorization for a county or municipality to establish a local minimum wage.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 397 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheffield, J. D. | et. al.
Relating to the use of fireworks at certain Texas Department of Transportation rest areas; providing a penalty.
House: Transportation
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 473 84-0 (2015)
Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al.Sponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to a prohibition on the sale or transfer of certain law enforcement vehicles before removal of certain equipment and insignia.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 547 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to the creation and dissolution of a covenant marriage.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
HB 587 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to a voter education program for high school seniors.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
HB 592 84-0 (2015)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to the duties of a law enforcement agency regarding the immigration status of an arrested person and the enforcement of an immigration detainer.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 684 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheets, KennethSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the authority of a county to adopt a fire code.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
HB 737 84-0 (2015)
Author: Aycock, Jimmie DonSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the creation of regional emergency communications districts; authorizing the issuance of bonds; authorizing a fee.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on intent calendar
HB 738 84-0 (2015)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the regulation by a municipality or county of the rental or leasing of housing accommodations.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 748 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the regulation of liquid propane gas tanks on residential property.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 785 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to the regulation of amusement redemption machine game rooms in certain counties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 870 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smith, Wayne | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the investment training requirement for certain local government financial officers.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 907 84-0 (2015)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the authority of a county or municipality to regulate the location of halfway houses; providing a criminal penalty; authorizing fees.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 924 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the authority of a county to adopt a fire code.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 960 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to the exemption of school district property from certain infrastructure fees charged for the control of excess water or storm water.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 961 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the exemption of certain school district property from certain infrastructure fees charged for the control of excess water or storm water.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 983 84-0 (2015)
Author: Stickland, Jonathan
Relating to the repeal of the requirement that counties and municipalities offer to remove graffiti from private property free of charge before requiring the property owner to remove the graffiti.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 995 84-0 (2015)
Author: González, MarySponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the establishment of stormwater control and recapture planning authorities in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1048 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the redesignation of veterans court programs as veterans treatment court programs, the administration of those programs, the expunction of arrest records and files for certain participants who successfully complete a program, and the issuance of orders of nondisclosure for participants convicted of a misdemeanor; changing a fee.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1073 84-0 (2015)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to consideration of a bidder's principal place of business in awarding certain county contracts.
House: County Affairs
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 1085 84-0 (2015)
Author: Márquez, Marisa | et. al.
Relating to the filing of financial disclosure statements by trustees of an independent school district; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty.
House: General Investigating & Ethics
Considered in Calendars
HB 1140 84-0 (2015)
Author: Israel, Celia | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the confinement of pregnant prisoners in county jails.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1141 84-0 (2015)
Author: Israel, Celia | et. al.
Relating to reports regarding the use of restraints on pregnant prisoners in county jails.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
HB 1150 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the sale of fireworks on and before certain holidays; affecting a provision subject to a criminal penalty.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1170 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farney, Marsha | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the applicability to open-enrollment charter schools of certain laws regarding local governments and political subdivisions.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 1213 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of amusement redemption machine game rooms in certain counties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 1226 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the designation of a local governmental entity as an authorized agent of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to regulate the use of on-site sewage disposal systems.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 1269 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to supplemental environmental projects implemented by certain local governments in lieu of administrative penalties assessed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
HB 1272 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the presumption of abandonment of certain tangible personal property held by a county.
House: County Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1292 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to renaming the Major Events trust fund to the Major Events Reimbursement Program.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1296 84-0 (2015)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to the appointment of certain representatives to certain regional water planning groups.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 1329 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, ElliottSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the payment of costs incurred by the involuntary commitment of persons with mental illness.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1394 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the composition, governance, and authority of a regional tollway authority that has or proposes to have projects located in counties that are not part of the authority.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1407 84-0 (2015)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to the comparison of any list of the legal status of certain persons who are not citizens to the list of registered voters.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1423 84-0 (2015)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the authority of certain counties to contract with a private vendor for the operation of a detention facility.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 1440 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of Elite Rodeo Association World Championships for funding from the Major Events trust fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1528 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the provision of services to certain HIV-infected individuals.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1542 84-0 (2015)
Author: Paddie, ChrisSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the use of digital message display systems in certain public facilities.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 1556 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.
Relating to prohibition of certain regulations by a county, municipality, or other political subdivision.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 1631 84-0 (2015)
Author: Phelan, Dade
Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities and counties.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 1639 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to providing information to the public and to purchasers of real property regarding the impact of military installations.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Not again placed on intent calendar
HB 1645 84-0 (2015)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland | et. al.
Relating to the participation of certain large counties in the countywide polling place program.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
HB 1654 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, Molly | et. al.
Relating to public agreements or contracts related to United Nations Agenda 21.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
HB 1681 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bohac, DwayneSponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the authority of a county clerk to require an individual to present photo identification to file certain documents in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1745 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to the funding and issuing of marriage licenses and certifications and the recognition of certain marriages.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1792 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to regulation of residential short-term rental units and collection and reporting periods of hotel occupancy taxes; creating a criminal offense; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1798 84-0 (2015)
Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al.
Relating to local control school districts.
House: Public Education
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 1830 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kuempel, John | et. al.Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the regulation of amusement redemption machine game rooms.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Not again placed on intent calendar
HB 1879 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smith, WayneSponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to exemptions from continuing education requirements for certain county commissioners.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1886 84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the authority of certain counties to impose an assessment on landowners for the installation, operation, and maintenance of streetlights.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 1939 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rinaldi, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the provision of bags to customers of a business at the point of sale.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 1943 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, Ron
Relating to the indexing of correction instruments in a county index to real property records.
House: County Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1953 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, DennisSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the deadline for counties and municipalities to provide notice of a proposed property tax rate.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/16
HB 2001 84-0 (2015)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
Relating to interlocal contracts between a governmental entity and a purchasing cooperative.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Referred to Government Transparency & Operation
HB 2002 84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, JimSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the recycling of county surplus or salvage property.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2019 84-0 (2015)
Author: Craddick, TomSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the authority of certain counties to impose a hotel occupancy tax.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 2033 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard PeñaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to authorizing counties to require the submission of digital maps in connection with the county plat approval process.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2076 84-0 (2015)
Author: Oliveira, René | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to notice requirements and other procedures relating to the possession or sale of a motor vehicle, motorboat, vessel, or outboard motor by a possessory lienholder.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
HB 2122 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to the adoption of uniform rules for hours of work for certain county employees.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 2135 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miller, DougSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the purchasing of a firearm of an honorably retired or deceased peace officer.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2162 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, RonSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to municipal regulation of the use of alarm systems; authorizing a municipal fee.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2164 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to the applicability of certain unfunded mandates on political subdivisions.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2177 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the power of a commissioners court to authorize ad valorem tax sales of real property to be conducted by means of online auctions.
House: Ways & Means
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2185 84-0 (2015)
Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the execution of a search warrant for taking a DNA specimen.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2232 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kuempel, John | et. al.Sponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the creation of regional military sustainability commissions for certain military installations.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2233 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the establishment of a parent education pilot program by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2234 84-0 (2015)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the authority of a district clerk to post official and legal notices by electronic display.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2248 84-0 (2015)
Author: Wray, John
Relating to the land application of sewage sludge in certain counties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 2249 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miller, Doug
Relating to the creation, powers and duties, and administration of emergency response districts; providing authority to impose taxes and issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts
No action taken in committee
HB 2309 84-0 (2015)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the sale of dogs or cats by a roadside vendor in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2356 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne | et. al.
Relating to the territory that may be included in a single county election precinct.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2376 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the creation and administration of a disaster recovery fund.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 2409 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the storage of firearms surrendered by a person subject to a magistrate's order for emergency protection or protective order as a result of family violence, sexual assault or abuse, stalking, or trafficking of persons.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 2426 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the effect on local regulation of state law for fire extinguisher service and installation; authorizing a fee.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2436 84-0 (2015)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to passenger security screening.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 2518 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to discussion or deliberation regarding certain economic development negotiations by governmental bodies.
House: County Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 2562 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth | et. al.
Relating to the care and unlawful restraint of a dog.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2567 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zedler, Bill
Relating to authority of the county auditor to examine the records of certain special districts.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2581 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to governmental actions affecting private property rights in certain oil and gas wells.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 2590 84-0 (2015)
Author: Johnson, Eric | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to providing a remedy for fraud committed in certain real estate transactions.
House: Business & Industry Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2597 84-0 (2015)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a mental health treatment for incarceration diversion pilot program.
House: Corrections Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 2627 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to creation of a task force to study the effects of population growth on counties in this state.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2644 84-0 (2015)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to notice given of election precinct boundary changes.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2670 84-0 (2015)
Author: Paul, Dennis
Relating to the deadline for counties and municipalities to provide notice of a proposed property tax rate.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2672 84-0 (2015)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the powers of a public utility agency; authorizing fees and charges; granting the power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
HB 2784 84-0 (2015)
Author: Faircloth, Wayne
Relating to the authority of certain counties to regulate camping on public beaches; adding a provision that may be subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Land & Resource Management
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2809 84-0 (2015)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2830 84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the duty of a county to refund an amount of $2 or less paid to the county clerk or district clerk.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2862 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to the participation in the countywide polling place program.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
HB 2868 84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the imposition of additional fees for filing civil cases and for recording certain documents in Hidalgo County.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2909 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the regulation by a municipality or county of the rental or leasing of housing accommodations.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2977 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to issues affecting counties and certain other governmental entities; authorizing fees.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on intent calendar
HB 3000 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to prohibiting the online posting of certain documents submitted to the chief appraiser of an appraisal district in an application for an exemption from ad valorem taxation.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3003 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to the appointment of counsel in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 3041 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, Molly
Relating to posting certain fiscal analysis documents of counties and municipalities on the Internet.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Left pending in committee
HB 3067 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the amount that may be donated by contract by certain populous counties to crime stoppers or crime prevention organizations.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3159 84-0 (2015)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to a contract with a county for election services.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3167 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, RonSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the governing bodies of certain local planning organizations.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 3175 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simpson, David | et. al.Sponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3185 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raney, JohnSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3187 84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to assessments for water and energy improvements in municipalities and counties; changing a fee.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3224 84-0 (2015)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the release of certain information relating to motor vehicle accidents.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 3235 84-0 (2015)
Author: Galindo, Rick
Relating to the right of officers of counties, county boards of school trustees, and county boards of education to obtain information, documents, and records.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3269 84-0 (2015)
Author: Herrero, Abel | et. al.
Relating to the participation in the countywide polling place program.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
HB 3270 84-0 (2015)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to a franchise tax credit for wages paid to graduates of certain institutions of higher education.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3277 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the authority of the office of independent ombudsman with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department in regard to juveniles in custody in certain facilities.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 3340 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the administration and implementation of the Flood Control and Insurance Act; adding provisions subject to a civil or criminal penalty and affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3388 84-0 (2015)
Author: Faircloth, Wayne
Relating to increasing the fee on conviction paid by a defendant for a peace officer committing or releasing the defendant.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3472 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the authorization for a county to establish a wage higher than the state minimum wage for competitive procurement requirements in a specific contract.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3474 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to issues affecting counties and other governmental entities.
House: County Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Senate discharges conferees
HB 3518 84-0 (2015)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks | et. al.
Relating to alternative fuel fleets of certain governmental entities, including funding for motor vehicles, infrastructure, and equipment.
House: Energy Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3620 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the acquisition of real property by a municipality.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 3687 84-0 (2015)
Author: Frank, James
Relating to design-build procedures for civil works projects.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Referred to Government Transparency & Operation
HB 3688 84-0 (2015)
Author: Frank, James
Relating to the process for the selection of construction managers-at-risk used by governmental entities.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Referred to Government Transparency & Operation
HB 3778 84-0 (2015)
Author: Koop, Linda
Relating to procedures of a county tax assessor-collector for collection of dishonored checks and invoices; authorizing a fee.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 3870 84-0 (2015)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the appointment of a master in chancery in certain counties to aid in the determination of certain ad valorem tax appeals.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3871 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to posting of certain financial information of certain political subdivisions on the Internet.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Left pending in committee
HB 3876 84-0 (2015)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the issuance of local permits by a regulatory agency of a political subdivision; limiting the amount of a fee.
House: Land & Resource Management
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3927 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kuempel, John | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the constable technology fund; authorizing a fee.
House: County Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 3939 84-0 (2015)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the requirements for construction contracts for certain public works projects.
House: Business & Industry
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3951 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huberty, DanSponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the eligibility of persons to participate in an ad valorem tax sale of real property; creating a criminal offense.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 1/1/16
HB 4053 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to posting certain comprehensive annual financial reports on the Internet.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Left pending in committee
HB 4061 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to the regulation of firearms, air guns, ammunition, and firearm and air gun supplies; imposing a civil penalty.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4070 84-0 (2015)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the adoption or enforcement of laws relating to labor by a political subdivision.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HJR 35 84-0 (2015)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Proposing a constitutional amendment to allow the voters of Bexar County to adopt a charter that restructures and empowers the county government and that may allow the integration of the county government with certain other political subdivisions located wholly or partly in the county.
House: County Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HJR 41 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to private road work by certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HJR 104 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miller, Doug
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the creation of emergency response districts; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
HJR 110 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Proposing a constitutional amendment allowing a state mandate imposed on a county to have effect only if the state provides for payment to the county of the cost of the mandate.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
SB 12 84-0 (2015)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: Landgraf, Brooks | et. al.
Relating to alternative fuel fleets of certain governmental entities, including funding for motor vehicles, infrastructure, and equipment.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 48 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the events eligible for funding from the Major Events trust fund.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 58 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Faircloth, Wayne
Relating to the enforcement of commercial vehicle safety standards by certain municipalities and counties.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 68 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the minimum wage, including authorizing a county or municipality to establish a minimum wage.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 100 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the enterprise zone program.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 185 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement of state and federal laws governing immigration by certain governmental entities.
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 267 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the regulation by a municipality or county of the rental or leasing of housing accommodations.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 327 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the authority of a county to adopt a fire code.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 335 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Van | et. al.
Relating to the right of officers of counties, county boards of school trustees, and county boards of education to obtain information, documents, and records.
House: County Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to County Affairs
SB 343 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to the conformity of local law with state law.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 356 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the creation, purpose, implementation, and funding of the County Park Beautification and Improvement Program.
Senate: Administration
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 367 84-0 (2015)
Author: Garcia, SylviaSponsor: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the unauthorized use of an alcoholic beverage permit or license; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 408 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Blanco, César
Relating to consideration of a bidder's principal place of business in awarding certain county contracts.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 440 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to the authority of a county or municipality to prohibit hydraulic fracturing treatment.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 445 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to public agreements or contracts related to United Nations Agenda 21.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 497 84-0 (2015)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the use of money in a tax increment fund to pay costs related to public improvements used for social services programs and permanent supportive housing that promotes the development or redevelopment of a reinvestment zone.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 506 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision of this state to execute certain contracts for the use or acquisition of personal property.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 532 84-0 (2015)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the creation of regional emergency communications districts; authorizing the issuance of bonds; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 536 84-0 (2015)
Author: Whitmire, JohnSponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the designation of certain prostitution prevention programs as commercially sexually exploited persons court programs.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
SB 569 84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the presumption of abandonment of certain tangible personal property held by a county.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 570 84-0 (2015)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Sheffield, J. D.
Relating to the use of fireworks at certain Texas Department of Transportation rest areas; creating a criminal offense.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 582 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Harless, Patricia
Relating to training courses for certain food handlers.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 584 84-0 (2015)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: Simmons, Ron
Relating to the indexing of correction instruments in a county index to real property records.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 601 84-0 (2015)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of Elite Rodeo Association World Championships for funding from the Major Events trust fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 673 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the funding and issuing of marriage licenses and certifications and the recognition of certain marriages.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 696 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to increasing the fee on conviction paid by a defendant for a peace officer committing or releasing the defendant.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 720 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to prohibit hydraulic fracturing.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 800 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the authority of a district clerk to post official and legal notices by electronic display.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 809 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to governmental actions affecting private property rights in certain oil and gas wells.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 866 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of amusement redemption machine game rooms in certain counties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 883 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the applicability of certain unfunded mandates on political subdivisions.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1012 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to local control school districts.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
SB 1013 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to periodic zero-based budgeting for certain political subdivisions.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 1092 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the amount that may be donated by contract by certain populous counties to crime stoppers or crime prevention organizations.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
SB 1155 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibition of certain regulations by a county, municipality, or other political subdivision.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1158 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to a county jail sales and use tax; authorizing a tax.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 1184 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don | et. al.Sponsor: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to the governance of a regional mobility authority.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1210 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Miller, Rick
Relating to the regulation of amusement redemption machine game rooms in certain counties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1254 84-0 (2015)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to transparency in economic development negotiations involving a governmental body and a business prospect.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1255 84-0 (2015)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain counties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 1274 84-0 (2015)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the authorization for a county to establish a wage higher than the state minimum wage for competitive procurement requirements in a specific contract.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1281 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the authority of a local government to participate in a cooperative purchasing program with local governments of this state or another state.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1288 84-0 (2015)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to a prohibition on local solid waste management regulations that are inconsistent with a permit or regulations of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1318 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the local regulation of distance requirements for the possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages near public transportation stops.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1373 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the authority of a county to adopt a fire code.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1408 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the establishment of a matching grant program for community development in certain municipalities and counties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 1452 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.Sponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the power of a commissioners court to authorize ad valorem tax sales of real property to be conducted by means of online auctions.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
SB 1454 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to authorizing counties to require the submission of digital maps in connection with the county plat approval process.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1502 84-0 (2015)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to county regulation of the removal and storage in certain counties of unlawfully stopped motor vehicles.
Senate: Transportation
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1510 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Zedler, Bill
Relating to authority of the county auditor to examine and audit the records of certain special districts.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1518 84-0 (2015)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the authority of certain counties to impose a hotel occupancy tax.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1537 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to the authority of a county or municipality to enforce a smoking ban on the premises of certain businesses.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1550 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the provision of bags to customers of a business at the point of sale.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1567 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the applicability to open-enrollment charter schools of certain laws regarding local governments and political subdivisions.
Senate: Education
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1575 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodríguez, JoséSponsor: González, Mary
Relating to county regulation of lots in platted subdivisions that have remained undeveloped for 25 years or more.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1587 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: VanDeaver, Gary | et. al.
Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1673 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to the preemption of a local law by state law.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1719 84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the evaluation of an application for a low income housing tax credit.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1744 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to funding for and a study of county health care services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1756 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, VanSponsor: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the issuance of driver's licenses and personal identification certificates and the classification and operation of certain vehicles; authorizing a fee.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 1781 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Minjarez, Ina | et. al.
Relating to the euthanasia of animals in animal shelters located in certain counties.
House: State Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
SB 1843 84-0 (2015)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation by a county of a portion of the value of the residence homestead of a physician who provides health care services for which the physician agrees not to seek payment from any source, including the Medicaid program or otherwise from this state or the federal government, to indigent residents of the county.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 1888 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to a requirement that a county report the number of certain persons with mental illness detained in that county's jail.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1930 84-0 (2015)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to the appointment of counsel in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 1950 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the fee imposed on certain property owners by a county for the establishment of street lights along a county road.
House: County Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1964 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the imposition of additional fees for filing civil cases and for recording certain documents in Hidalgo County and Cameron County.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1974 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the adoption of uniform rules for hours of work for certain county employees.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
No action taken in committee
SJR 17 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Springer, Drew
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to private road work by certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Transportation
Filed with the Secretary of State
HB 83 83-0 (2013)
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Relating to the implementation of county solid waste management programs in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of a municipality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 93 83-0 (2013)
Author: White, James
Relating to entities that qualify as historically underutilized businesses.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 107 83-0 (2013)
Author: Harless, Patricia
Relating to the regulation by certain counties of the sale and use of fireworks; providing penalties.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 123 83-0 (2013)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.
Relating to an interlocal contract between a governmental entity and a purchasing cooperative to purchase roofing materials or services.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 139 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard PeñaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the exercise of urban renewal powers by certain counties.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 151 83-0 (2013)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the adoption of a county charter by Bexar County.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 177 83-0 (2013)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.
Relating to housing prisoners in a tent or other facility in lieu of a county jail.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 181 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zedler, Bill | et. al.
Relating to a prohibition against the construction or operation by a local governmental entity of a day labor center used to facilitate the employment of aliens not lawfully present in the United States.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 247 83-0 (2013)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the adoption of noise regulations by certain counties; providing a criminal penalty.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 270 83-0 (2013)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to an electronic means for voters to determine the status of ballots submitted by mail.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
HB 335 83-0 (2013)
Author: Stickland, Jonathan | et. al.
Relating to the posting of certain notices for political subdivisions on the comptroller's Internet website.
House: Technology
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 385 83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to bond requirements for county officers and employees, district attorneys, and criminal district attorneys.
House: County Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 477 83-0 (2013)
Author: Harper-Brown, LindaSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the authority of a county to advertise on leased vehicles.
House: County Affairs Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 483 83-0 (2013)
Author: Aycock, Jimmie DonSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to a public hearing held on the issue of making a payment in excess of the compensation contracted for by a political subdivision.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: Open Government
Effective immediately
HB 487 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to liability of certain persons assisting in man-made or natural disasters.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 488 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to county or municipal regulation of crafted precious metal dealers; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 540 83-0 (2013)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto | et. al.
Relating to regulation of residential tenancies by local governments.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 584 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, EddieSponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the posting of a notice of foreclosure sale on a county's Internet website.
House: Technology Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 611 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the regulation of subdivisions in counties, including certain border and economically distressed counties.
House: Land & Resource Management
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 685 83-0 (2013)
Author: Márquez, Marisa | et. al.
Relating to commissioners court oversight of certain emergency services districts.
House: County Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 699 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, JohnSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the location of certain public sales of real property.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 712 83-0 (2013)
Author: Murphy, JimSponsor: Patrick, Dan
Relating to the responsibility for keeping fire-fighting equipment furnished to a volunteer fire department by a county in good working order.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 714 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kuempel, JohnSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to an agreement between a county and the Department of Public Safety for the joint operation of certain fixed-site facilities.
House: County Affairs Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 745 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ashby, Trent
Relating to county participation in a program for improvement of collection of court costs, fees, and fines imposed in criminal cases.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 762 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to restrictions on disaster remediation contracts following a locally declared disaster.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 802 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rose, ToniSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the definition of an authorized emergency vehicle.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 832 83-0 (2013)
Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al.
Relating to the abatement of mosquitoes in stagnant water located on certain uninhabited residential property.
House: Urban Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 970 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Relating to regulation of cottage food products and cottage food production operations.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 975 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the requirements for obtaining an emergency medical services provider license.
Filed
HB 1015 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the regulation of big cats and nonhuman primates; providing penalties.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Left pending in committee
HB 1019 83-0 (2013)
Author: Patrick, Diane | et. al.
Relating to conforming the eligibility under a major events trust fund of a National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Football Bowl Subdivision postseason event with the changes to the Bowl Championship Series system.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1030 83-0 (2013)
Author: Burnam, Lon | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to prohibit the sale of firearms on public property in certain circumstances.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 1044 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, CraigSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the operation of all-terrain vehicles and recreational off-highway vehicles; creating an offense.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1050 83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, BillSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to purchasing and other contracts by governmental entities.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: State Affairs
See remarks for effective date
HB 1094 83-0 (2013)
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.
Relating to authorizing assessments for water and energy improvements in districts designated by municipalities and counties.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 1124 83-0 (2013)
Author: Workman, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the creation of regional emergency communications districts; authorizing the issuance of bonds; authorizing a fee.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1127 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smith, Wayne | et. al.Sponsor: Patrick, Dan
Relating to the regulation of game rooms by certain counties; providing penalties; authorizing a fee.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1196 83-0 (2013)
Author: Clardy, Travis
Relating to county participation in a program for improvement of collection of court costs, fees, and fines imposed in criminal cases.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1207 83-0 (2013)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the repeal of public prevailing wage rate laws.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 1274 83-0 (2013)
Author: Crownover, Myra
Relating to the authority of certain transportation authorities to create a local government corporation.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 1279 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the use of hotel occupancy tax revenue in certain municipalities and counties.
House: Ways & Means
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1307 83-0 (2013)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to rates for water service, to the transfer of functions relating to the economic regulation of water and sewer service from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the Public Utility Commission of Texas, and to the duties of the Office of Public Utility Counsel regarding the economic regulation of water and sewer service.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1342 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the requirements for obtaining an emergency medical services provider license.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 1367 83-0 (2013)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to county regulation of sound levels; providing a criminal penalty; authorizing a fee.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1429 83-0 (2013)
Author: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the exemption from certain construction requirements for volunteer fire departments in certain counties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 1449 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to licensing and regulation of dog and cat dealers; providing penalties and imposing fees.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 1456 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gooden, Lance | et. al.
Relating to the right of a county to intervene in an original rate proceeding.
House: County Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1496 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Van | et. al.
Relating to governmental actions affecting private property rights in certain oil and gas wells.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 1515 83-0 (2013)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the assumption of the powers and duties relating to driver's licenses and personal identification cards by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and the authority of a county to provide driver's licenses and other identification certificate services.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 1516 83-0 (2013)
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Relating to solid waste services for rental property and solid waste management programs in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of municipalities in certain counties; authorizing penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1544 83-0 (2013)
Author: Allen, AlmaSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the authority of a county to contract with a private vendor for the operation of a detention facility.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 1590 83-0 (2013)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to an exemption from certain municipal and county solid waste disposal service requirements.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1626 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miller, Doug
Relating to specifications for legal papers filed with a county clerk.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1713 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to reimbursing property owners in certain counties for damages caused by certain criminal activities; authorizing a fee.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1716 83-0 (2013)
Author: Pickett, Joseph | et. al.
Relating to the purposes and designation of a transportation reinvestment zone.
House: Transportation
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1719 83-0 (2013)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to passenger security screening and reporting by certain local government airport operators.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1768 83-0 (2013)
Author: Canales, TerrySponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to identification requirements for certain fire hydrants and flush valves.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
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
HB 1812 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the events eligible to receive funding through a major events trust fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 1815 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to venue projects in certain counties; providing authority to adopt a tax.
House: Ways & Means
No action taken in committee
HB 1835 83-0 (2013)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to a franchise tax credit for wages paid to graduates of certain institutions of higher education.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1908 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to sports and community venue projects.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1912 83-0 (2013)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to public improvement districts designated by a municipality or county; authorizing assessments.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1932 83-0 (2013)
Author: Stickland, Jonathan
Relating to regulating faulty on-site sewage disposal systems in the unincorporated areas of a county as a public nuisance; providing a criminal penalty.
House: County Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1967 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deshotel, JoeSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to use of sales and use tax proceeds by certain economic development corporations for certain job-related skills training.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 1977 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kuempel, John | et. al.
Relating to construction manager-agents and managers-at-risk used by governmental entities.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 1982 83-0 (2013)
Author: Murphy, JimSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the enterprise zone program.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 1996 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miller, RickSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to certain political party officials visiting a primary election polling place for administrative purposes.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2008 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to an agreement between the Department of Public Safety and a county clerk or county assessor-collector for the provision of renewal and duplicate driver's license and other identification certificate services.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2021 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, EddieSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to contract for the collection of certain amounts; authorizing a fee.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2053 83-0 (2013)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to temporarily holding certain arrested persons in municipal jails.
House: Corrections
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2094 83-0 (2013)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., SergioSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the regulation of roadside vendors and solicitors in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2112 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard PeñaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to financial disclosure reports made by a member of a county planning commission.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2153 83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, BillSponsor: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to the abolition of wind erosion conservation districts.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 2187 83-0 (2013)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to the duties of a law enforcement agency regarding the immigration status of an arrested person and the enforcement of an immigration detainer.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2206 83-0 (2013)
Author: Price, Walter "Four" | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a county to adopt a fire code.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2211 83-0 (2013)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the availability on the Internet of reports of political contributions and expenditures filed in connection with certain county judicial offices.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2220 83-0 (2013)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to county or municipal regulation of crafted precious metal dealers; providing a criminal penalty; authorizing a fee.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2295 83-0 (2013)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the payment of costs incurred by the involuntary commitment of persons with mental illness.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 2300 83-0 (2013)
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to funding and donations for county transportation projects, including projects of county energy transportation reinvestment zones.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2335 83-0 (2013)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to state contracting issues, including the duties of the comptroller, quality assurance team, and Contract Advisory Team.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 2339 83-0 (2013)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to management of a coordinated county transportation authority.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 2350 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Relating to certain property insurance coverage available through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and other entities, the operation of those entities, and activities to pay and reduce losses under that coverage.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
HB 2366 83-0 (2013)
Author: Oliveira, René
Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to seize certain real property for the payment of delinquent ad valorem taxes and the amount secured by certain liens.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2420 83-0 (2013)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the authority of a local government to impose a civil penalty for certain failures to obey a traffic-control signal.
House: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2436 83-0 (2013)
Author: Goldman, Craig
Relating to authorizing certain persons to file documents electronically for recording with a county clerk in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2438 83-0 (2013)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to the authority of a county to assess costs and fees relating to the abatement of a nuisance on real property against certain persons.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2471 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the exception of certain information related to the humane disposition by a local government of an unclaimed stray animal from required disclosure under the public information law.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2503 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the territory that may be included in a single county election precinct.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2517 83-0 (2013)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the authority of counties to require a person to notify a local fire department before starting an outdoor fire; creating a criminal penalty.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2519 83-0 (2013)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the establishment, maintenance, and operation of a free county library in an unincorporated area of a county.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2538 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to the duty of a county elections administrator to enter into a contract to furnish election services.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
