HB 26 88-0 (2023)
Author: Ordaz, ClaudiaSponsor: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to the permitting of medical waste facilities by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 50 88-0 (2023)
Author: Ordaz, Claudia
Relating to the provision by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of certain information in a language other than English.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC NOTICE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure
HB 57 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin | et. al.
Relating to climate change planning and reporting.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS
HB 94 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to the consideration for approval by the executive director of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of an application for an authorization to use a standard permit for a concrete batch plant.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 124 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to the permitting of certain concrete plants located in an area of a municipality not subject to zoning regulations.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 137 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the issuance of air quality permits for concrete plants located in certain areas.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 372 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to a prohibition on the operation of concrete plants and crushing facilities at certain locations.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 406 88-0 (2023)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to who may request a public hearing from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality related to the construction of a concrete plant.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 407 88-0 (2023)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to who may request a public hearing from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality related to the construction of a concrete plant.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 411 88-0 (2023)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to changes to an application for an environmental permit before a contested case hearing on the application.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | PERMITS
HB 441 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Ray
Relating to providing notice to a state representative and senator of an administrative penalty assessed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 500 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to supplemental appropriations and reductions in appropriations and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding appropriations.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS | ATTORNEY GENERAL | BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | CAPITAL AND FORENSIC WRITS, OFFICE OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FEDERAL RELATIONS | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | LAMAR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY | LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--ORANGE | LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--PORT ARTHUR | LAMAR UNIVERSITY | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Retirement Systems--Teachers | SECRETARY OF STATE | STATE EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON | State Employees | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS | STATE PENSION REVIEW BOARD | STATE PRESERVATION BOARD | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY AT GALVESTON | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 583 88-0 (2023)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the production by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of an annual report on public drinking water supply systems.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 585 88-0 (2023)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to a study by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding the protection of certain water facilities from catastrophes.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--General | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 642 88-0 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 692 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rogers, Glenn | et. al.Sponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the authorization for certain land applications and disposal of dairy waste.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Animals | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | MILK
HB 758 88-0 (2023)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the deadline to request a contested case hearing on an authorization to use a standard permit for a concrete plant.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 759 88-0 (2023)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to a motion to overturn an executive director decision on an authorization to use a standard permit for certain concrete plants.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 766 88-0 (2023)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the location of certain public meetings for certain permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 820 88-0 (2023)
Author: King, Ken
Relating to imposing an additional fee for the registration of electric and hybrid vehicles.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
| ELECTRIC VEHICLES | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE HIGHWAY FUND | Vehicles & Traffic--General | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 926 88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the persons entitled to request a public hearing from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality related to the construction of a concrete plant.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 933 88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the notice of intent to obtain a permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | SIGNS
HB 934 88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the definition of "affected person" for purposes of a contested case hearing held by or for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding certain environmental permit applications.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 935 88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to public comments on matters subject to a hearing under the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 952 88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the carcinogenic risk level used in the development of certain environmental remediation benchmarks.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 981 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Ray | et. al.
Relating to providing notice to a state representative and senator of certain administrative actions of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 1093 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cunningham, Charles
Relating to planning and financial responsibility requirements for certain aggregate production operations; providing for the imposition of an administrative penalty.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
HB 1123 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al.
Relating to the adoption of a healthy and safe school water plan by public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--School Districts | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LEAD POISONING | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1175 88-0 (2023)
Author: Plesa, Mihaela | et. al.
Relating to the distribution of funds designated for the low-income vehicle repair assistance, retrofit, and accelerated vehicle retirement program.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| County Government--Finance | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 1351 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.
Relating to the distribution of funds designated for the low-income vehicle repair assistance, retrofit, and accelerated vehicle retirement program.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| County Government--Finance | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 1360 88-0 (2023)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny | et. al.
Relating to a required online posting of certain environmental and water use permit applications.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Air | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | PERMITS | Water--Rights
HB 1387 88-0 (2023)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the persons entitled to request a public hearing from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality related to the construction of a concrete plant.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1503 88-0 (2023)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a grant program to support the elimination of illegally disposed of scrap tires.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | TIRES
HB 1505 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bell, Keith | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 1612 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to requirements for and charges for service from public drinking water supply systems.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 1620 88-0 (2023)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the review date for certain governmental entities subject to the sunset review process and the regulation of horse racing by the Texas Racing Commission.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/23
| ANATOMICAL BOARD, STATE OF TEXAS | ARTS, TEXAS COMMISSION ON THE | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HORSE RACING | JUVENILE JUSTICE BOARD, TEXAS | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS | PRESERVATION BOARD, STATE | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS | SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, TEXAS STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE EMPLOYEE CHARITABLE CAMPAIGN | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF | Sunset--Commission Bills | Sunset—Required Reviews | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 1687 88-0 (2023)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the regulation of certain aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; authorizing an increase in the amount of a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
No action taken in committee
| BONDS | City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
HB 1688 88-0 (2023)
Author: Murr, AndrewSponsor: Flores, Pete
Relating to water quality protection areas.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | JUNCTION, CITY OF | KIMBLE COUNTY | LOWER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | Water--General
HB 1780 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the creation by the Texas Workforce Commission of a program to assist with transitioning certain workers to clean energy jobs.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Energy--General | Energy--Wind | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Labor--Workforce Development | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1845 88-0 (2023)
Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the licensing requirements for certain operators of wastewater systems and public water systems.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 1852 88-0 (2023)
Author: Holland, Justin
Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to issue an order to create a special district.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
HB 1929 88-0 (2023)
Author: Leo Wilson, Terri | et. al.
Relating to the adoption of rules concerning certain on-site sewage disposal systems.
House: Environmental Regulation
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GULF OF MEXICO | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 2191 88-0 (2023)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to mobile source emissions reductions and transportation electrification.
House: State Affairs
Reported favorably as substituted
| ELECTRIC VEHICLES | Electronic Information Systems | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TRANSPORTATION ELECTRIFICATION COUNCIL, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 2214 88-0 (2023)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to the allocation of Texas Emissions Reduction Plan funds.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 2222 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to certain eligibility requirements for grants under the Texas natural gas vehicle grant program.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 2227 88-0 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the analysis of inspection and maintenance requirements for air quality permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain oil and gas facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS
HB 2290 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to the eligibility for grants for alternative fueling facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2332 88-0 (2023)
Author: Orr, Angelia | et. al.
Relating to the approval by the Parks and Wildlife Commission of the authorization for an appropriation of water from certain water bodies.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Considered in Calendars
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Property Interests--Eminent Domain | Water--Rights
HB 2369 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, Stan
Relating to publishing on an Internet website notices concerning certain National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--General | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 2391 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to request a hearing from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality related to the construction of a concrete plant.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2392 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the issuance of air quality permits for concrete plants located in certain areas.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 2437 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the regulation, monitoring, and enforcement of matters under the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; authorizing the assessment or increase of civil and administrative penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2460 88-0 (2023)
Author: King, TracySponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to a requirement that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality obtain or develop updated water availability models for certain river basins.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GUADALUPE RIVER BASIN | LAVACA RIVER BASIN | NUECES RIVER BASIN | SAN ANTONIO RIVER BASIN | SAN JACINTO RIVER BASIN | TRINITY RIVER BASIN | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 2761 88-0 (2023)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to the issuance of a standard permit for the emission of air contaminants from a facility providing material for a public work project.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 2815 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jetton, Jacey | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the powers, authorities, duties, and responsibilities of certain conservation and reclamation districts and to notice a person who proposes to sell or convey real property located in any of certain conservation and reclamation districts must provide to a prospective purchaser of that property.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| City Government--Land Use & Zoning | County Government--Land Use & Zoning | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Real Property | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2819 88-0 (2023)
Author: Clardy, Travis
Relating to the transfer of the ownership rights of the City of Nacogdoches in the Central Heights Water System to the Angelina and Neches River Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| ANGELINA & NECHES RIVER AUTHORITY | City Government--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | NACOGDOCHES, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2827 88-0 (2023)
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.
Relating to the permitting of and performance of annual soil tests for certain concentrated animal feeding operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Animals | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LITTER | PERMITS | TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE
HB 2905 88-0 (2023)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to air quality permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 2941 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas to require water pollution abatement plans for certain pipelines; providing for the imposition of a civil penalty.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PIPELINE SAFETY | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3060 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thompson, EdSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the regulation of recycling and recycled products.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
| BURNING & INCINERATORS | Environment--Air | Environment--Recycling | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3061 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the creation of certain energy efficiency programs.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| BUILDING CONSTRUCTION | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Energy--Conservation | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Housing--General | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE
HB 3084 88-0 (2023)
Author: Harrison, Brian
Relating to the procedures for adopting certain rules proposed by a state agency.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | Water--General
HB 3092 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lalani, Suleman | et. al.
Relating to the translation of certain forms and information associated with complaints filed with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure
HB 3100 88-0 (2023)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to the creation of a hydrogen infrastructure and vehicle grant program under the Texas emissions reduction plan.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Management & Control | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 3128 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, Stan | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of on-site sewage disposal systems, including requiring a license for on-site sewage disposal system pumping technicians.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3165 88-0 (2023)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.
Relating to the establishment, administration, and use of the Texas land and water conservation fund.
House: Natural Resources
Received from the House
| Agriculture | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CONSERVATION OF WILDLIFE | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE COMMISSIONER | LAND & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Parks & Wildlife--Parks | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, TEXAS STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE HIGHWAY FUND | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 3193 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the information relied on by certain agencies for purposes of rules involving estimates of the intensity, duration, and frequency of rainfall in this state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3232 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rogers, GlennSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the suspension of an enforcement action against a regional water supply, sewer, or wastewater treatment service for a violation committed by a retail public utility being integrated into the regional service.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3282 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Venton
Relating to the manufacture, transportation, storage, and disposal of new and scrap tires; authorizing a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| County Government--General | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | TIRES
HB 3326 88-0 (2023)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to the development of an extreme weather adaptation plan by certain entities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | DROUGHT | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FLOODS | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Legislature | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3404 88-0 (2023)
Author: Smith, Reggie
Relating to the issuance of certain air permits for facilities attached to mines and quarries.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS | ROCK QUARRIES & PITS
HB 3433 88-0 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the issuance of air quality permits for certain facilities located in a nonattainment area.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 3469 88-0 (2023)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to the disposition of certain property by the former Bois D'Arc Island Levee Improvement District of Dallas and Kaufman Counties and the record of dissolution of that district.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
See remarks for effective date
| BOIS D'ARC ISLAND LEVEE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT | DALLAS COUNTY | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | KAUFMAN COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3604 88-0 (2023)
Author: Vasut, CodySponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the cleaning of a structure used to grow oysters for cultivated oyster mariculture.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| AQUACULTURE | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MARICULTURE | OYSTERS | PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION | Parks & Wildlife--General | PERMITS
HB 3624 88-0 (2023)
Author: Isaac, Carrie | et. al.
Relating to the processing of an application for an authorization to use a standard permit for a rock or concrete crushing facility.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources
HB 3658 88-0 (2023)
Author: Isaac, Carrie | et. al.
Relating to the monitoring of emissions from certain facilities that emit air contaminants.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 3666 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to judicial review of certain permitting decisions made by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Courts--General | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3810 88-0 (2023)
Author: Landgraf, BrooksSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to certain notices provided to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality by public water supply systems.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | PUBLIC NOTICE | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3837 88-0 (2023)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.Sponsor: Sparks, Kevin
Relating to the designation of advanced clean energy projects.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/23
| Energy--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 3853 88-0 (2023)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny | et. al.
Relating to authorizing a change in the amount of certain administrative, civil, and criminal penalties for violating certain statutes under the jurisdiction of, rules or orders adopted by, or licenses, permits, or certificates issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3855 88-0 (2023)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny | et. al.
Relating to projects that may be considered for a grant under the new technology implementation grant program administered by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Energy--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | Science & Technology
HB 3884 88-0 (2023)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to the regulation and management of produced water from oil and gas operations.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3913 88-0 (2023)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny | et. al.
Relating to the disposition and use of the state's portion of civil penalties recovered in suits brought by local governments for violations of certain laws under the jurisdiction of, or rules adopted or orders or permits issued by, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3990 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to a study of existing surface water and groundwater interaction data and analyses.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Interim Studies | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 3998 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Janie
Relating to the use of certain revenue derived from state sales and use taxes to provide grants to incentivize the recycling of certain electronics.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | COMPUTERS & SOFTWARE | Environment--Recycling | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Management & Control | Taxation--Sales | TELEVISION
HB 4047 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a study on the potential for utilization of the uranium deposits in this state.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Interim Studies | Mines & Mineral Resources
HB 4119 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to procedural requirements for uranium mining production area authorizations.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS
HB 4120 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the inspection of the location of a proposed Class I injection well.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| ENGINEERS & ENGINEERING | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GEOSCIENCES, GEOLOGISTS & GEOPHYSICISTS | INJECTION WELLS | PERMITS
HB 4123 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to access to and use of certain criminal history record information.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | APPRAISER LICENSING & CERTIFICATION BOARD, TEXAS | ARCHITECTS & ARCHITECTURE | ARCHITECTURAL EXAMINERS, BOARD OF | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS | CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CONSUMER CREDIT COMMISSIONER, OFFICE OF | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | Courts--Appellate | Courts--Personnel | CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF | CRIMINAL RECORDS | DENTAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | EXECUTIVE COUNCIL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINERS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION | FIRE MARSHAL | FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS | GUARDIANS & WARDS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--Medical Assistance | INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INTERIOR DESIGNERS | JUDICIAL BRANCH CERTIFICATION COMMISSION | LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS | MARRIAGE & FAMILY COUNSELING & COUNSELORS | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Nursing Homes | NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS & LAND SURVEYORS, TEXAS BOARD OF | PROFESSIONAL GEOSCIENTISTS, TEXAS BOARD OF | PSYCHOLOGISTS | PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF | PUBLIC ACCOUNTANCY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS | REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS | REAL ESTATE BROKERS | REAL ESTATE INSPECTORS | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUPREME COURT | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | TEXAS OPTOMETRY BOARD | TEXAS REAL ESTATE COMMISSION | VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | VOLUNTEERS
HB 4144 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the regulation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the discharge of preproduction plastic.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LITTER
HB 4256 88-0 (2023)
Author: Murr, AndrewSponsor: Blanco, César
Relating to the establishment of a grant program to plug leaking water wells in certain counties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RAILROAD COMMISSION | State Finances--Management & Control | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
HB 4360 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rogers, Glenn
Relating to the inventory and inspection of certain converted wells.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Water--General
HB 4388 88-0 (2023)
Author: Flores, Lulu | et. al.
Relating to certain procedures for civil suits brought by local governments or certain other persons for violations of certain laws under the jurisdiction of, or rules adopted or orders or permits issued by, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| County Government--General | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Officers
HB 4444 88-0 (2023)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to the management of groundwater by certain districts and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Water--General
HB 4489 88-0 (2023)
Author: Harris, Cody
Relating to air quality complaints concerning and violations for odors emanating from poultry facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Agriculture | Animals | Environment--Air | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, TEXAS STATE
HB 4536 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bell, Keith
Relating to the renewal and review of certain air quality permits.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 4537 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bell, Keith
Relating to air quality permits for aggregate production operations and concrete batch plants.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 4551 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to a required water quality permit for construction of a high-speed rail project.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Transportation--Mass Transit | Transportation--Railroads
HB 4573 88-0 (2023)
Author: Goldman, Craig
Relating to the issuance of a permit by the commissioner of the General Land Office for a wind power facility on coastal public land; authorizing a fee; providing a civil penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Wind | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | GENERAL LAND OFFICE COMMISSIONER | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RAILROAD COMMISSION | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4711 88-0 (2023)
Author: Manuel, Christian
Relating to improvement projects of the Sabine-Neches Navigation District of Jefferson County, Texas.
House: Transportation
Laid on the table subject to call
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | JEFFERSON COUNTY | SABINE-NECHES NAVIGATION DISTRICT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports
HB 4724 88-0 (2023)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.
Relating to the franchise tax credit for certain clean energy projects.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Energy--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Taxation--Franchise
HB 4763 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to requirements for the purchase or acquisition of certain water and sewer systems.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 4785 88-0 (2023)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to the denial of certain applications for a permit or other authorization under the Texas Clean Air Act on the basis of adverse environmental justice impacts.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 4789 88-0 (2023)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to the use of school buses and electricity by public schools.
House: State Affairs
Reported favorably as substituted
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | ELECTRIC VEHICLES | Energy--Conservation | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Utilities--Electric
HB 4793 88-0 (2023)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the development of a severe weather adaptation plan by certain entities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Electronic Information Systems | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 4811 88-0 (2023)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas Energy Efficiency Council.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ENERGY EFFICIENCY COUNCIL, TEXAS | Energy--Conservation | Energy--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TEXAS A&M ENGINEERING EXPERIMENT STATION | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 4819 88-0 (2023)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the regulation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of certain solid waste processing facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| City Government--General | City Government--Land Use & Zoning | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 4820 88-0 (2023)
Author: Orr, Angelia | et. al.Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the eligibility requirements for grants under programs of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General
HB 4856 88-0 (2023)
Author: Darby, DrewSponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality over certain recharge injection wells.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | Oil & Gas | Water--General
HB 4872 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rogers, Glenn | et. al.
Relating to the reporting and plugging of certain wells.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 4874 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bailes, Ernest
Relating to notice of a water right amendment filed with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding a change in purpose of use.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC NOTICE | Water--Rights
HB 4885 88-0 (2023)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to programs established and funded under the Texas emissions reduction plan.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/23
| ELECTRIC VEHICLES | Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Management & Control | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment
HB 4896 88-0 (2023)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to air quality permits for certain aggregate production operations; establishing rulemaking authority.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 4932 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Janie | et. al.Sponsor: Sparks, Kevin
Relating to the amount of foreign emissions of air contaminants in nonattainment areas and the revision of the state implementation plan to account for those emissions.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FEDERAL RELATIONS | Intergovernmental Relations
HB 4957 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the regulation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the discharge of preproduction plastic.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 4959 88-0 (2023)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to air quality permits for aggregate production operations and concrete batch plants.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4983 88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the franchise tax credit for certain clean energy projects.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Energy--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Taxation--Franchise
HB 5009 88-0 (2023)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the establishment of a certification program for public work contracting purposes for operators of certain facilities that emit air contaminants.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Purchasing--General
HB 5222 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to consent to the creation of certain political subdivisions.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
| City Government--General | County Government--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Political Subdivisions | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts
HB 5302 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to the review of the duties of a groundwater conservation district by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 5306 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 225; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| Elections--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 225 | Property Interests--Eminent Domain | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5307 88-0 (2023)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 228; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/23
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 228 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5310 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cook, DavidSponsor: King, Phil
Relating to the creation of the Tarrant County Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| BONDS | Elections--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TARRANT COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2
HB 5314 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, StanSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 56; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 56
HB 5327 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the creation of the Guadalupe County Municipal Utility District No. 8; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GUADALUPE COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 8 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5334 88-0 (2023)
Author: Harless, SamSponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the creation of the Cypress Creek Drainage Improvement District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| CYPRESS CREEK DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5335 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, Stan
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 264; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 264 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 30 88-0 (2023)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to supplemental appropriations and reductions in appropriations and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding appropriations.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS | ATTORNEY GENERAL | BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | CAPITAL AND FORENSIC WRITS, OFFICE OF | COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FEDERAL RELATIONS | FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | LAMAR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY | LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--ORANGE | LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--PORT ARTHUR | LAMAR UNIVERSITY | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Retirement Systems--Teachers | SECRETARY OF STATE | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS | STATE PENSION REVIEW BOARD | STATE PRESERVATION BOARD | TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY AT GALVESTON | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT TYLER | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 40 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the establishment of a boil water notice alert system.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| ALERT SYSTEM | Electronic Information Systems | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General
SB 104 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the creation of a small non-road engine purchase incentive program under the Texas emissions reduction plan.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 131 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to who may request a public hearing from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality related to the construction of a concrete plant.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Co-author authorized
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 156 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the regulation and management of the use of groundwater and regulation of groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 173 88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the permitting of medical waste facilities by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 179 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the consideration of the cumulative effects of air contaminant emissions in the emissions permitting process.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 223 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to public meetings held by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on the permitting of wastewater treatment facilities.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Co-author authorized
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Open Meetings | PERMITS
SB 239 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to employment restrictions for former employees of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; providing an administrative penalty.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Ethics | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Employees
SB 296 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to a requirement that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality obtain or develop updated water availability models for certain river basins.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GUADALUPE RIVER BASIN | LAVACA RIVER BASIN | NUECES RIVER BASIN | SAN ANTONIO RIVER BASIN | SAN JACINTO RIVER BASIN | TRINITY RIVER BASIN | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 382 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the production by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of an annual report on public drinking water supply systems.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Co-author authorized
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 471 88-0 (2023)
Author: Springer, DrewSponsor: Harris, Cody
Relating to the investigation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of certain complaints.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State
SB 503 88-0 (2023)
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
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 519 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the issuance of a permit for a municipal solid waste landfill facility located in a special flood hazard area.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| City Government--Utilities | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FLOODS | PERMITS
SB 594 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to requirements for and charges for service from public drinking water supply systems.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RECREATIONAL & ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 607 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the distribution of funds designated for the low-income vehicle repair assistance, retrofit, and accelerated vehicle retirement program.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| County Government--Finance | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 650 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the licensing requirements for certain operators of wastewater systems and public water systems.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Co-author authorized
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 684 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the inspection periods for certain motor vehicles; increasing certain fees.
Senate: Transportation
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | VEHICLE INSPECTIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 705 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to request a hearing from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality related to the construction of a concrete plant.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 788 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Office of Environmental Justice within the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE, OFFICE OF | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 813 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.Sponsor: Lopez, Ray | et. al.
Relating to providing notice to a state representative and senator of certain administrative actions of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Vetoed by the Governor
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | PUBLIC NOTICE
SB 816 88-0 (2023)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to a motion to overturn an executive director decision on an authorization to use a standard permit for certain concrete plants.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 817 88-0 (2023)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the deadline to request a contested case hearing on an authorization to use a standard permit for a concrete plant.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 844 88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to the provision by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of certain information in a language other than English.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Co-author authorized
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC NOTICE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure
SB 845 88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to an affirmative defense to a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality enforcement action for unauthorized emission events.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 872 88-0 (2023)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the authorization for certain land applications and disposal of dairy waste.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Animals | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | MILK
SB 893 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the correction of a certificate of public convenience and necessity for providing water or sewer service.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--General | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 1027 88-0 (2023)
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
Relating to the adoption of rules concerning certain on-site sewage disposal systems.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GULF OF MEXICO | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 1091 88-0 (2023)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the regulation of on-site sewage disposal systems, including requiring a license for on-site sewage disposal system pumping technicians.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 1121 88-0 (2023)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the transfer of the ownership rights of the City of Nacogdoches in the Central Heights Water System to the Angelina and Neches River Authority.
Filed
| ANGELINA & NECHES RIVER AUTHORITY | City Government--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | NACOGDOCHES, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1161 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to a study of the current and potential economic impacts of recycling.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Co-author authorized
| Environment--Recycling | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Interim Studies
SB 1175 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to who may request a public hearing from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality related to the construction of a concrete plant.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1190 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to certain eligibility requirements for grants under the Texas natural gas vehicle grant program.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 1283 88-0 (2023)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the issuance of certain air permits for facilities attached to mines and quarries.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS | ROCK QUARRIES & PITS
SB 1289 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the disposal of reclaimed wastewater.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General
SB 1290 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to a study of the effects of the installation, operation, removal, and disposal of solar, wind turbine, and energy storage equipment.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Energy--Solar | Energy--Wind | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Interim Studies
SB 1305 88-0 (2023)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Clardy, Travis
Relating to the transfer of the ownership rights of the City of Nacogdoches in the Central Heights Water System to the Angelina and Neches River Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ANGELINA & NECHES RIVER AUTHORITY | City Government--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | NACOGDOCHES, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1311 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the creation of the Texas Transportation Electrification Council and the duties of that council.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
| AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION, TEXAS STATE | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ELECTRIC VEHICLES | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Energy--Alternative Fuels | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TRANSPORTATION ELECTRIFICATION COUNCIL, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--General | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 1397 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Bell, Keith | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/23
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 1398 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to air quality permits for aggregate production operations and concrete batch plants.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 1399 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Bell, Keith
Relating to the renewal and review of standard permits for certain concrete plants.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Vetoed by the Governor
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 1406 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the suspension of an enforcement action against a regional water supply, sewer, or wastewater treatment service for a violation committed by a retail public utility being integrated into the regional service.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 1416 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the processing of an application for an authorization to use a standard permit for a rock or concrete crushing facility.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources
SB 1552 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to affirmative defenses for a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality enforcement action for unauthorized emission or opacity events.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1554 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the location qualifications for a standard permit for certain concrete plants and a prohibition on the operation of concrete plants and crushing facilities at certain locations.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1555 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to air quality permits for aggregate production operations and concrete batch plants.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1719 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the permitting processes of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Co-author authorized
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 1742 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to road specifications and safety standards for access to a solid waste facility.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| City Government--Roads | County Government--Roads | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT
SB 1785 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the dissemination of criminal history record information by the Department of Public Safety.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | APPRAISER LICENSING & CERTIFICATION BOARD, TEXAS | ARCHITECTS & ARCHITECTURE | ARCHITECTURAL EXAMINERS, BOARD OF | BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS | CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CONSUMER CREDIT COMMISSIONER, OFFICE OF | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | Courts--Appellate | Courts--Personnel | CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF | CRIMINAL RECORDS | DENTAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | EXECUTIVE COUNCIL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINERS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION | FIRE MARSHAL | FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS | GUARDIANS & WARDS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INTERIOR DESIGNERS | JUDICIAL BRANCH CERTIFICATION COMMISSION | LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS | MARRIAGE & FAMILY COUNSELING & COUNSELORS | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Nursing Homes | NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF | PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | PUBLIC ACCOUNTANCY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS | REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS | REAL ESTATE BROKERS | REAL ESTATE INSPECTORS | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUPREME COURT | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | TEXAS OPTOMETRY BOARD | TEXAS REAL ESTATE COMMISSION | VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | VOLUNTEERS
SB 1830 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the dissolution of certain water districts located in urban areas.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| City Government--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1848 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the dissolution by election of certain urban area water control and improvement districts.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| City Government--Employees/Officers | County Government--Employees/Officers | Elections--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--General | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 1914 88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Manuel, Christian
Relating to improvement projects of the Sabine-Neches Navigation District of Jefferson County, Texas.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | JEFFERSON COUNTY | SABINE-NECHES NAVIGATION DISTRICT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports
SB 1920 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the issuance of air quality permits for certain facilities located in a nonattainment area.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 1942 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the use of school buses and electricity by public schools.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | ELECTRIC VEHICLES | Energy--Conservation | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Utilities--Electric
SB 1965 88-0 (2023)
Author: Alvarado, CarolSponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to requirements for the purchase or acquisition of certain water and sewer systems.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 2044 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the regulation of recycling and recycled products.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
| BURNING & INCINERATORS | Environment--Air | Environment--Recycling | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 2102 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, BorrisSponsor: Raney, John
Relating to the initial registration and inspection period for certain rental vehicles; authorizing fees.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/23
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RENTAL CARS | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | VEHICLE INSPECTIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 2112 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to resources used to ensure the continuous provision of power.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
| EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Energy--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | State Finances--Management & Control | TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
SB 2128 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the establishment of the Task Force on Concrete Plants.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | CONCRETE PLANTS, TASK FORCE ON | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SENATE, TEXAS | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 2152 88-0 (2023)
Author: Sparks, Kevin
Relating to the amount of foreign emissions of air contaminants in nonattainment areas and the required revision of the state implementation plan to account for those emissions.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Intergovernmental Relations
SB 2166 88-0 (2023)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the eligibility requirements for grants under programs of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General
SB 2192 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, BobSponsor: Bell, Keith
Relating to the notice and petition for the creation of a municipal utility district in certain counties.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Vetoed by the Governor
| County Government--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Water--General
SB 2203 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to the franchise tax credit for certain clean energy projects.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Economic & Industrial Development--General | Energy--Fuel Storage | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Taxation--Energy Resources | Taxation--Franchise | Utilities--Electric
SB 2213 88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to establishing and funding a grant program to plug leaking water wells in certain counties.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 2293 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the authority of a state agency to contest the issuance of a permit or license by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 2349 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to consent to the creation of certain political subdivisions.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| City Government--General | County Government--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Political Subdivisions | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts
SB 2362 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to establishing an advisory board to study surface water and groundwater interaction.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | Interim Studies | Legislature | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | SURFACE WATER & GROUNDWATER INTERACTION ADVISORY BOARD | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 2379 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Harris, Caroline
Relating to aquifer storage and recovery projects that transect a portion of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | TRAVIS COUNTY | Water--General | WILLIAMSON COUNTY
SB 2383 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the development of a severe weather adaptation plan by certain entities.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | AUDITOR, STATE | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--Electric | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 2385 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to regulation of certain emissions from ethylene oxide sterilization facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 2419 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to an incentive program to promote beverage container recycling; imposing a fee.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| BEVERAGE CONTAINERS | Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Recycling | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FOOD | TEXAS BEVERAGE CONTAINER RECYCLING CONSORTIUM
SB 2440 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to a requirement that certain plats for the subdivision of land include evidence of groundwater supply.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 1/1/24
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PLATTING | Property Interests--Real Property | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development
SB 2485 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the establishment, administration, and use of the land and water conservation fund.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Agriculture | CONSERVATION EASEMENTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE COMMISSIONER | LAND & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Parks & Wildlife--Parks | Property Interests--Real Property | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | State Finances--Management & Control | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 2508 88-0 (2023)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to mobile source emissions reductions and transportation electrification.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION, TEXAS STATE | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ELECTRIC VEHICLES | Electronic Information Systems | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TRANSPORTATION ELECTRIFICATION COUNCIL, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 2521 88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the powers, authorities, duties, and responsibilities of certain conservation and reclamation districts.
Senate: Local Government
Committee report printed and distributed
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Eminent Domain | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
SB 2552 88-0 (2023)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to test gathering requirements for certain wastewater treatment facilities.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 2571 88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 225; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Elections--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 225 | Property Interests--Eminent Domain | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2574 88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 228; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Referred to Land & Resource Management
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 228 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2579 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Kuempel, John
Relating to the creation of the Guadalupe County Municipal Utility District No. 8; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GUADALUPE COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 8 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 13 88-1 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
Filed
| AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 29 88-2 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
Filed
| AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 42 88-3 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to the adoption of a healthy and safe school water plan by public schools.
Filed
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--School Districts | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LEAD POISONING | Minors--Health & Safety | Utilities--Water & Sewer | Water--General
HB 86 88-3 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
Filed
| AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 195 88-3 (2023)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the inspection of the location of a proposed Class I injection well.
Filed
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS
HB 204 88-3 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the inclusion of a water conservation plan in a petition filed with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality requesting the creation of a municipal utility district.
Filed
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 205 88-3 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the consideration by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of alternative waste collection, treatment, and disposal options before issuing permits to discharge certain waste.
Filed
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 60 88-3 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the notice and petition for the creation of a municipal utility district in certain counties.
Filed
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 67 88-4 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
Filed
| AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 89 88-4 (2023)
Author: Flores, Lulu
Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 27; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Filed
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | TRAVIS COUNTY | TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 27
SB 32 88-4 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to land development, waste management, and the creation of special districts in counties.
Filed
| County Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | State Finances--Management & Control | TIRES | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 50 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the issuance of an air quality permit for a concrete plant located in an area of a municipality not subject to zoning regulations.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 242 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to require water pollution abatement plans from certain facilities regulated by the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 286 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to the eligibility for grants for alternative fueling facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 289 87-0 (2021)
Author: Collier, Nicole | et. al.
Relating to who may request a public hearing from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality related to the construction of a concrete plant.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 291 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; authorizing an increase in the amount of a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| BONDS | City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
HB 348 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to a requirement to make certain environmental and water use permit applications available online.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Air | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | PERMITS | Water--Rights
HB 351 87-0 (2021)
Author: Talarico, James
Relating to air filtration efficiency standards at certain educational and child care facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Day Care | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 355 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lopez, Ray | et. al.
Relating to providing notice to a state representative and senator of an administrative penalty assessed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 416 87-0 (2021)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to plot plan requirements for an application for a standard permit for a concrete batch plant issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Postponed
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 605 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to the adoption of a healthy and safe school water plan by public schools.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--School Districts | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LEAD POISONING | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 711 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to performance standards for certain aboveground storage tanks.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STORAGE TANKS
HB 714 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 767 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to best management practices for aggregate production operations.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
HB 858 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the carcinogenic risk level used in the development of certain environmental remediation benchmarks.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 860 87-0 (2021)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to changes to an application for an environmental permit before a contested case hearing on the application.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | PERMITS
HB 889 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to who may request a public hearing from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality related to the construction of a concrete plant.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 896 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to air quality permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain oil and gas facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS
HB 897 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the analysis of inspection and maintenance requirements for air quality permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain oil and gas facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS
HB 960 87-0 (2021)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to the location of certain public meetings for certain permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Considered in Calendars
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Open Meetings
HB 968 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to public comments on matters subject to a hearing under the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 969 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the definition of "affected person" for purposes of a contested case hearing held by or for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding certain environmental permit applications.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 975 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the notice of intent to obtain a permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | SIGNS
HB 1143 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to the publication of pathogen-related fresh water data by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | Water--General
HB 1191 87-0 (2021)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Office of Environmental Justice within the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE, OFFICE OF | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 1267 87-0 (2021)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to who may request a public hearing from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality related to the construction of a concrete plant.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1284 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paddie, ChrisSponsor: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of the injection and geologic storage of carbon dioxide in this state.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
| Environment--Air | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GULF OF MEXICO | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | SCHOOL LAND BOARD | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN BUREAU OF ECONOMIC GEOLOGY
HB 1289 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to notice of certain accidental discharges or spills to local government officials by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1533 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the creation of an energy efficiency loan guarantee program under the Texas emissions reduction plan.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Energy--Conservation | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LOANS | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE
HB 1534 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the funding through greenhouse gas emissions fees of energy efficiency programs administered by certain utilities; authorizing a fee.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Energy--Conservation | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Electric
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
| CARRIZO AQUIFER | City Government--General | City Government--Land Use & Zoning | County Government--General | County Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas | OPEN-SPACE LAND | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
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
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 1680 87-0 (2021)
Author: Smith, ReggieSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the regulation of on-site sewage disposal systems on certain leased land that is owned by the federal government.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1721 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to a study by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of air contaminants in residential areas in certain counties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | County Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Air | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
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
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 1820 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the regulation, monitoring, and enforcement of matters under the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; authorizing the assessment or increase of civil and administrative penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State
HB 1821 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to climate change planning and reporting.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS
HB 1835 87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Agriculture, the Prescribed Burning Board, and the Texas Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation and the abolishment of the Early Childhood Health and Nutrition Interagency Council.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
| Agriculture | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | EARLY CHILDHOOD HEALTH & NUTRITION INTERAGENCY COUNCIL | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PRESCRIBED BURNING BOARD | Sunset--Commission Bills | Sunset—Required Reviews
HB 1912 87-0 (2021)
Author: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.
Relating to air quality permits for aggregate production operations and concrete batch plants.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1947 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ordaz, Claudia | et. al.
Relating to the permitting of medical waste facilities by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 1949 87-0 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
HB 1956 87-0 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle | et. al.
Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
HB 2017 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
HB 2019 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hefner, Cole
Relating to a study of the conversion of surface mine pits and quarries to water storage reservoirs in order to enhance this state's available water supply.
House: House Administration
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Mines & Mineral Resources | RAILROAD COMMISSION | ROCK QUARRIES & PITS | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development
HB 2038 87-0 (2021)
Author: Talarico, James
Relating to lead in drinking water at schools and child care facilities.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Day Care | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LEAD POISONING | Minors--Health & Safety | Water--General
HB 2072 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Relating to the expiration of the dry cleaner environmental response program.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2136 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, EdSponsor: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to marine vessel projects in the diesel emissions reduction incentive program.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GULF OF MEXICO
HB 2140 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the administration of and funding for the Texas emissions reduction plan.
House: Environmental Regulation
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
HB 2148 87-0 (2021)
Author: Stephenson, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to notification by the Department of State Health Services and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of incidents of Naegleria fowleri.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC NOTICE | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2206 87-0 (2021)
Author: Talarico, James
Relating to the Texas Climate Action Act.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS CLIMATE ACTION ACT
HB 2221 87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to mobile source emissions reductions and transportation electrification; authorizing a surcharge.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION, TEXAS STATE | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Energy--Alternative Fuels | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HYBRID VEHICLES | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TRANSPORTATION ELECTRIFICATION COUNCIL, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--Electric | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 2361 87-0 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the new technology implementation grant program administered by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Appropriations
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
| County Government--General | Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2369 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny
Relating to the shutdown during a weather-related disaster of facilities that have reported emissions events to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Environment--Air | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2370 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny
Relating to procedures for certain permit applications submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | INTERNET | PERMITS
HB 2426 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to water quality protection areas.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | JUNCTION, CITY OF
HB 2468 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Ed | et. al.
Relating to programs established and funded under the Texas emissions reduction plan.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
HB 2539 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, John | et. al.
Relating to the distribution of funds designated for the low-income vehicle repair assistance, retrofit, and accelerated vehicle retirement program.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| County Government--Finance | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 2564 87-0 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to mailed notice of the intent to obtain certain environmental permits.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 2606 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 578; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 578 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts
HB 2646 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the consideration for approval by the executive director of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of an application for a standard permit for a concrete batch plant.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 2652 87-0 (2021)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to establishing an advisory board to study surface water and groundwater interaction.
House: Natural Resources
Considered in Calendars
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES | Legislature | SENATE, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | SURFACE WATER & GROUNDWATER INTERACTION ADVISORY BOARD | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 2692 87-0 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of radioactive waste; reducing a surcharge; reducing a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
Returned to committee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2716 87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
Relating to recommendations made by the Parks and Wildlife Department and intervention by the Parks and Wildlife Department in matters regarding certain permits.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Parks & Wildlife--General | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
HB 2717 87-0 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to certain requirements for water systems.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Safety | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 2780 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.
Relating to the safety of aboveground storage tanks.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Safety | STORAGE TANKS | Water--General
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
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2833 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 83; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 83 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2990 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny | et. al.
Relating to a requirement to make certain environmental and water use permit applications available online.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Air | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | PERMITS | Water--Rights
HB 2994 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lopez, Ray
Relating to programs that can be established and funded under the Texas emissions reduction plan.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 3096 87-0 (2021)
Author: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to the creation and activities of the Texas Produced Water Consortium.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development
HB 3246 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
HB 3387 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rogers, Glenn | et. al.Sponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the authorization for certain land applications and disposal of dairy waste.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | MILK | Water--General
HB 3412 87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to the location and operation of certain concrete crushing facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3477 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rose, Toni | et. al.
Relating to the termination of corporate privileges for certain business entities under enforcement action for a violation of environmental laws.
House: Environmental Regulation
Record vote
| Business & Commerce--General | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | SECRETARY OF STATE
HB 3594 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the operation of concrete plants and crushing facilities at certain locations near an airport.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| AIRPORTS | CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3637 87-0 (2021)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to mobile source emissions reductions and transportation electrification; authorizing a fee.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION, TEXAS STATE | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Energy--Alternative Fuels | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HYBRID VEHICLES | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TRANSPORTATION ELECTRIFICATION COUNCIL, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--Electric
HB 3650 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the transfer of functions relating to the economic regulation of water and sewer service from the Public Utility Commission of Texas to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3727 87-0 (2021)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to the adoption of rules concerning certain on-site sewage disposal systems.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3814 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Relating to the regulation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the discharge of preproduction plastic from point and nonpoint sources to ensure zero discharge or release of plastic into water or onto land in the state and to ensure the prompt cleanup of any discharged or released plastic.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3858 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ordaz, Claudia | et. al.
Relating to the provision by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of certain information in a language other than English.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3878 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to economic development and workforce retraining opportunities in the transition to the use of clean energy sources.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Energy--Alternative Fuels | Energy--Conservation | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | Labor--Workforce Development | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | Utilities--General
HB 3894 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to the creation by the Texas Workforce Commission of a program to assist with transitioning certain workers to clean energy jobs.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Energy--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Labor--Workforce Development | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 4095 87-0 (2021)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki | et. al.
Relating to the transportation, storage, and disposal of certain radioactive waste.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 4120 87-0 (2021)
Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the efficient use and generation of electricity by public schools.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Conservation | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RENEWABLE ENERGY | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Utilities--Electric | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
HB 4146 87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing direct discharges of waste or pollutants into water in certain stream segments, stream assessment units, and drainage areas.
House: Environmental Regulation
Received from the House
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 4147 87-0 (2021)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the regulation of rates for water sales and the provision of wholesale water or sewer service.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 4161 87-0 (2021)
Author: Frank, James B.
Relating to guidance on the regulations applicable to the potable reuse of wastewater.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 4178 87-0 (2021)
Author: Fierro, Art
Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
HB 4204 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a study and report on the water level of Falcon Lake in Zapata and Starr Counties.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FALCON LAKE | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing | STARR COUNTY | Water--General | ZAPATA COUNTY
HB 4234 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to an annual report on water treatment facilities.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 4253 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the procedure for qualifying for the exemption from ad valorem taxation of pollution control property.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Real Property | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 4341 87-0 (2021)
Author: Biedermann, Kyle
Relating to the transfer of the regulation of aggregate production operations from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the Railroad Commission of Texas on delegation by the United States Environmental Protection Agency; authorizing a fee; providing administrative penalties and other civil remedies; creating criminal offenses.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY, U.S. | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 4384 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hefner, Cole
Relating to the replacement of the light-duty motor vehicle purchase or lease incentive program with the gas flaring and venting reduction program.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Science & Technology | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 4400 87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Relating to the regulation of concrete plants by the commissioners court in certain counties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | County Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Air | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS
HB 4455 87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of pollution control property.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Taxation--Energy Resources
HB 4472 87-0 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the Texas emissions reduction plan.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Energy--Conservation | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Housing--General | LOANS | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | STATE HIGHWAY FUND | TEXAS MOBILITY FUND | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4478 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to planning and financial responsibility requirements for certain aggregate production operations; providing for the imposition of an administrative penalty.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
HB 4489 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing direct discharges of waste or pollutants into water in certain areas associated with the Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
HB 4524 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the adoption of rules by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding the discharge into water in this state of produced water resulting from certain oil and gas activities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas
HB 4570 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shine, Hugh
Relating to the creation of the River Farm Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Bell County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RIVER FARM MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF BELL COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4581 87-0 (2021)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 82; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 82 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4582 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 79; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 79 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4583 87-0 (2021)
Author: Stephenson, PhilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 232; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Committee report printed and distributed
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 232 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4586 87-0 (2021)
Author: Smith, Reggie
Relating to the creation of the Grayson County Municipal Utility District No. 8; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GRAYSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 8 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4587 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 200; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 200 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4588 87-0 (2021)
Author: Jetton, JaceySponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 251; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 251 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4589 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, ScottSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the LC Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Collin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LC MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF COLLIN COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4590 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, ScottSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the TRR 243 Municipal Management District; providing authority to issue bonds and impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
| CELINA, CITY OF | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | TRR 243 MUNICIPAL MANAGEMENT DISTRICT
HB 4591 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, ScottSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Blue Meadow Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Collin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| BLUE MEADOW MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF COLLIN COUNTY | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4592 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Water Control and Improvement District No. 164; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HARRIS COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 164 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 4593 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 581; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 581 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4594 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 576; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 576 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4595 87-0 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Water Control and Improvement District No. 205; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 205 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 4598 87-0 (2021)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 80; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 80 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4606 87-0 (2021)
Author: Vasut, CodySponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 10 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HCR 104 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Requesting the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house of representatives to create a joint interim committee to study the regulation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of preproduction plastic from point and nonpoint sources.
House: House Administration
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Interim Studies | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SB 3 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Paddie, Chris
Relating to preparing for, preventing, and responding to weather emergencies and power outages; increasing the amount of administrative and civil penalties.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
| ALERT SYSTEM | City Government--Utilities | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ELECTRICITY SUPPLY CHAIN SECURITY & MAPPING COMMITTEE, TEXAS | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | ENERGY DISASTER RELIABILITY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENERGY RELIABILITY COUNCIL, TEXAS (TERC) | Energy--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Oil & Gas | PIPELINE SAFETY | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | RAILROAD COMMISSION | SIGNS | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | STATE ENERGY PLAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE | TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 87 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the consideration of the cumulative effects of air contaminant emissions in the emissions permitting process.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 125 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the regulation of hydrofluorocarbons under the Texas Clean Air Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 126 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to performance standards for certain aboveground storage tanks.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STORAGE TANKS
SB 211 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to judicial review of acts by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
| Courts--Civil Procedure | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 306 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
SB 364 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to affirmative defenses for a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality enforcement action for unauthorized emission or opacity events.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 365 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to applications for permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain new or expanded facilities in certain low-income and minority communities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE
SB 366 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the minimum amount of an administrative penalty assessed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for a violation of certain laws under the jurisdiction of, or rules adopted or orders or permits issued by, the commission.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
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
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 600 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to an inventory of dams controlled by river authorities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 601 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to the creation and activities of the Texas Produced Water Consortium.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | Education--Higher--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PRODUCED WATER CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development
SB 622 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the new technology implementation grant program.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | Science & Technology
SB 684 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to an affirmative defense to a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality enforcement action for unauthorized emission events.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 699 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to a study of the conversion of surface mine pits and quarries to water storage reservoirs in order to enhance this state's available water supply.
House: House Administration Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to House Administration
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Interim Studies | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Mines & Mineral Resources | RAILROAD COMMISSION | ROCK QUARRIES & PITS | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development
SB 703 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.Sponsor: Canales, Terry
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Agriculture, the Prescribed Burning Board, and the Texas Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation and the abolishment of the Early Childhood Health and Nutrition Interagency Council.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
| Agriculture | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | EARLY CHILDHOOD HEALTH & NUTRITION INTERAGENCY COUNCIL | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PRESCRIBED BURNING BOARD | SEED & PLANT BOARD, TEXAS | Sunset--Commission Bills | Sunset—Required Reviews
SB 872 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Relating to the expiration of the dry cleaner environmental response program.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
| Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 900 87-0 (2021)
Author: Alvarado, CarolSponsor: Paddie, Chris | et. al.
Relating to the safety of storage vessels.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Safety | STORAGE TANKS | Water--General
SB 905 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Frank, James B.
Relating to guidance on the regulations applicable to the potable reuse of wastewater.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 952 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to plot plan requirements for an application for a standard permit for a concrete batch plant issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 955 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to economic development and workforce retraining opportunities in the transition to the use of clean energy sources.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Energy--Alternative Fuels | Energy--Conservation | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | Labor--Workforce Development | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | Utilities--General
SB 1046 87-0 (2021)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of radioactive waste; reducing a surcharge; reducing a fee.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1166 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to who may request a public hearing from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality related to the construction of a concrete plant.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1209 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to air quality permits for aggregate production operations and concrete batch plants.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1294 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the creation of the Office of Environmental Justice within the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE, OFFICE OF | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 1303 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the efficient use and generation of electricity by public schools.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Conservation | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RENEWABLE ENERGY | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Utilities--Electric | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
SB 1304 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the provision by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of certain information in a language other than English.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
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
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 1355 87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 83; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 83 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1454 87-0 (2021)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to programs established and funded under the Texas emissions reduction plan.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
SB 1482 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the issuance of a permit for a municipal solid waste landfill facility located in a special flood hazard area.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| City Government--General | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FLOODS | LANDFILLS | PERMITS
SB 1559 87-0 (2021)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the Texas emission reductions plan fund and account and certain revenues deposited therein.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Appropriations
SB 1723 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to recommendations made by the Parks and Wildlife Department and intervention by the Parks and Wildlife Department in matters regarding certain permits.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Parks & Wildlife--General | PERMITS | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
SB 1728 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Canales, Terry
Relating to the equalization for road use by and public charging infrastructure for alternatively fueled vehicles; authorizing a fee and a surcharge.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Returned to Calendars Committee
| AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION, TEXAS STATE | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Energy--Alternative Fuels | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HYBRID VEHICLES | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MOTOR VEHICLE BOARD | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TRANSPORTATION ELECTRIFICATION COUNCIL, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 1747 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing direct discharges of waste or pollutants into water in certain stream segments or assessment units.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Water--General
SB 1802 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to road specifications and safety standards for access to a solid waste facility.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| City Government--Roads | County Government--Roads | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT
SB 1804 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to use of Texas emissions reduction plan funds for a small non-road engine purchase incentive program.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1839 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to establishing an advisory board to study the creation of an entity to facilitate the certification, buying, and selling of carbon capture and sequestration credits.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE, TEXAS | CARBON CAPTURE & SEQUESTRATION ADVISORY BOARD | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Air | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY--CORPUS CHRISTI
SB 1913 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the permitting of medical waste facilities by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 1981 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the carcinogenic risk level used in the development of certain environmental remediation benchmarks.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1987 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Shine, Hugh
Relating to the creation of the River Farm Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Bell County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RIVER FARM MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF BELL COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2083 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to programs that can be established and funded under the Texas emissions reduction plan.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Appropriations
SB 2097 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the regulation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the discharge of preproduction plastic from point and nonpoint sources to ensure zero discharge or release of plastic into water or onto land in the state and to ensure the prompt cleanup of any discharged or released plastic.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
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
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 2145 87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 79; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 79 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2146 87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Vasut, Cody
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 80; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 80 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2147 87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Vasut, Cody
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 82; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 82 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2150 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 40; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 40
SB 2151 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 9A; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 9A
SB 2152 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 232; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 232 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2153 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 251; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 251 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2156 87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
| BRAZORIA COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 10 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 2161 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 202; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 202 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2162 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 578; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 578 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts
SB 2172 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 200; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 200 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2178 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 576; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 576 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2180 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 581; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 581 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2207 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, DrewSponsor: Smith, Reggie
Relating to the creation of the Grayson County Municipal Utility District No. 8; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GRAYSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 8 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2252 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the TRR 243 Municipal Management District; providing authority to issue bonds and impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| CELINA, CITY OF | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | TRR 243 MUNICIPAL MANAGEMENT DISTRICT
SB 2253 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the LC Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Collin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LC MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF COLLIN COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2254 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Blue Meadow Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Collin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| BLUE MEADOW MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF COLLIN COUNTY | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2257 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Northwest Denton County Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | NORTHWEST DENTON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2258 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Clear Sky Municipal Utility District of Denton County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| CLEAR SKY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF DENTON COUNTY | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2259 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Clear Sky Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Cooke County; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| CLEAR SKY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF COOKE COUNTY | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SJR 52 87-0 (2021)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the Texas emissions reduction plan fund for the purpose of administering and implementing programs relating to reducing emissions of air contaminants or other pollutants and preventing areas of the state from being in violation of national ambient air quality standards.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 48 87-1 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies.
Filed
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Governor | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
HB 51 87-1 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
Filed
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 52 87-1 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to air quality permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain oil and gas facilities.
Filed
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS
HB 53 87-1 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the analysis of inspection and maintenance requirements for air quality permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain oil and gas facilities.
Filed
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS
HB 87 87-1 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to the adoption of a healthy and safe school water plan by public schools.
Filed
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--School Districts | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 246 87-1 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the creation of an energy efficiency loan guarantee program under the Texas emissions reduction plan.
Filed
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Energy--Conservation | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LOANS | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 7 87-2 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the storage or disposal of high-level radioactive waste.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 72 87-2 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
Filed
| AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 73 87-2 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to air quality permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain oil and gas facilities.
Filed
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS
HB 74 87-2 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the analysis of inspection and maintenance requirements for air quality permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain oil and gas facilities.
Filed
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 200 87-2 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to the prohibition on the transportation, storage, and disposal of high-level radioactive waste in certain areas.
House: Environmental Regulation
Postponed
| Energy--General | Energy--Solar | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas
HB 236 87-2 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to the prohibition on the transportation, storage, and disposal of high-level radioactive waste in certain areas.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Energy--General | Energy--Solar | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas
HB 56 87-3 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
Filed
| AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 57 87-3 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies.
Filed
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
HB 61 87-3 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to air quality permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain oil and gas facilities.
Filed
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS
HB 62 87-3 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the analysis of inspection and maintenance requirements for air quality permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain oil and gas facilities.
Filed
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS
HB 26 86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the notification of affected persons of certain releases of water from certain dams.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| ALERT SYSTEM | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FLOODS | Safety | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 100 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to information on projected changes in weather and water availability in strategic plans of certain state agencies.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Governor | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 137 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to reports by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality about dams that have certain hazard classifications.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Safety | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 191 86-0 (2019)
Author: Stephenson, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the disposal of pesticides.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| Agriculture | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | Environment--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES | TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE
HB 223 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the funding through greenhouse gas emissions fees of energy efficiency programs administered by certain utilities; authorizing a fee.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Energy--Conservation | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Utilities--Electric
HB 225 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the analysis of inspection and maintenance requirements for air quality permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain oil and gas facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 245 86-0 (2019)
Author: Farrar, Jessica | et. al.
Relating to a requirement to make certain environmental and water use permit applications available online.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Air | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | PERMITS | Water--Rights
HB 286 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed | et. al.
Relating to promotion of the use of recyclable materials as feedstock for processing and manufacturing.
House: Environmental Regulation
Laid on the table subject to call
| ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | Environment--Recycling | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 481 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the storage and recovery of water in a portion of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| City Government--Utilities | EDWARDS AQUIFER | EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | NEW BRAUNFELS, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 509 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of aggregate production operations by the Railroad Commission of Texas; authorizing a fee; providing administrative penalties and other civil remedies; creating criminal offenses.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| City Government--Land Use & Zoning | County Government--Land Use & Zoning | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE | RAILROAD COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 522 86-0 (2019)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to the consideration of the cumulative effects of air contaminant emissions in the emissions permitting process.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | PERMITS
HB 654 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.
Relating to the definition of "affected person" for purposes of a contested case hearing held by or for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding certain environmental permit applications.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | PERMITS
HB 720 86-0 (2019)
Author: Larson, LyleSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to appropriations of water for recharge of aquifers and use in aquifer storage and recovery projects.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 723 86-0 (2019)
Author: Larson, LyleSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to a requirement that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality obtain or develop updated water availability models for certain river basins.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| BRAZOS RIVER BASIN | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GUADALUPE RIVER BASIN | NECHES RIVER BASIN | NUECES RIVER | RED RIVER | RIO GRANDE RIVER | SAN ANTONIO RIVER BASIN | SAN JACINTO RIVER | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 724 86-0 (2019)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the authorization by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the discharge, diversion, and transfer or other reuse of treated brackish groundwater and return flows derived from treated brackish groundwater.
House: Natural Resources
Received from the House
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 798 86-0 (2019)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to plot plan requirements for an application for a standard permit for a concrete batch plant issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Received from the House
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 813 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to money used by counties that participate in the low-income vehicle repair assistance, retrofit, and accelerated vehicle retirement program.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| County Government--Finance | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 817 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing direct discharges of waste or pollutants into water in certain areas of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 825 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the notice of intent to obtain an environmental permit sent to certain state legislators.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | PERMITS
HB 893 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the carcinogenic risk level used in the development of certain environmental remediation benchmarks.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 907 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huberty, DanSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the regulation of aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; increasing a fee; increasing administrative penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/19
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
HB 908 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the regulation of aggregate production operation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; increasing an administrative penalty.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
HB 909 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to best management practices for aggregate production operations.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
HB 944 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the posting of notice of intent to obtain a permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality at the site of the facility or proposed facility for which the permit is sought.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 990 86-0 (2019)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland | et. al.
Relating to a study by the Texas Water Development Board and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding the effects of the construction of a border wall on storm drainage and other environmental matters in this state.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 997 86-0 (2019)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to testing for lead contamination in public school drinking water.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--School Districts | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | LEAD POISONING | Minors--Health & Safety | Water--General
HB 999 86-0 (2019)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to who may request a public hearing from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality related to the construction of a concrete plant.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 1006 86-0 (2019)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to changes to an application for an environmental permit before a contested case hearing on the application.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | PERMITS
HB 1043 86-0 (2019)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to sources of funding for the Texas emissions reduction plan.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Finances--Management & Control | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 1044 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin | et. al.
Relating to permits for certain injection wells that transect a portion of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | TRINITY AQUIFER
HB 1052 86-0 (2019)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the authority of the Texas Water Development Board to use the state participation account of the water development fund to provide financial assistance for the development of certain facilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | State Finances--Management & Control | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 1059 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, EddieSponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to a biennial report on stormwater infrastructure in this state.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Development
HB 1280 86-0 (2019)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to who may request a public hearing from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality related to the construction of a concrete plant.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1309 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the issuance of a standard permit for certain concrete plants.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 1310 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to who may request a public hearing from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality related to the construction of a concrete plant.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1321 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the Nueces River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | NUECES RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset—Required Reviews
HB 1329 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the provision of information regarding certain enforcement actions by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1330 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the factors to be considered in determining the amount of an administrative penalty assessed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | NUISANCES
HB 1331 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, EdSponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to the application fee for a permit for a municipal solid waste facility; imposing a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/19
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 1345 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to sources of funding for the Texas emissions reduction plan.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Finances--Management & Control | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 1346 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed | et. al.Sponsor: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the eligibility requirements for the diesel emissions reduction incentive program.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/19
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Ethics | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
HB 1356 86-0 (2019)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to meetings for certain special purpose districts.
House: County Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
| Electronic Information Systems | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | Open Meetings | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1390 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the review of municipal solid waste facility permit applications for conformity with regional solid waste management plans.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 1391 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to inspections of solid waste facilities conducted by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1435 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, EdSponsor: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to the inspection of a municipal solid waste management facility or site by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality before a permit application is issued, amended, extended, or renewed.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/19
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 1436 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the approval of permits for solid waste facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 1491 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 1507 86-0 (2019)
Author: Minjarez, Ina
Relating to programs that can be established and funded under the Texas emissions reduction plan.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Management & Control | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
HB 1688 86-0 (2019)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the expedited processing of certain applications for permits under the Texas Clean Air Act.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | State Employees
HB 1692 86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to allowing safety recall information to be included in a vehicle inspection report.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Safety | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 1708 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to the expedited processing of certain applications for permits under the Texas Clean Air Act.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | State Employees
HB 1746 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the sources of funding for the Texas emissions reduction plan.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Finances--Management & Control | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
HB 1747 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the expedited processing of certain applications for permits under the Clean Air Act; use of revenue.
House: Environmental Regulation
Withdrawn from schedule
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 1764 86-0 (2019)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the location of hearings relating to contested cases before the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 1788 86-0 (2019)
Author: Longoria, Oscar
Relating to certain required reports received or prepared by state agencies and other governmental entities.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS, TEXAS COUNCIL ON | CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF | COLONIAS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY--SAN MARCOS | TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | VETERANS' LAND BOARD | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 1804 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to public comments on matters subject to a hearing under the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1953 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, EdSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the conversion of plastics and other recoverable materials through pyrolysis or gasification.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
| Environment--Recycling | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1963 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to contested case hearings conducted on behalf of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on matters involving municipal solid waste permits.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | Courts--Judges | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 1964 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the procedure for action on certain applications for an amendment to a water right.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Rights
HB 2055 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the provision of information regarding certain enforcement actions by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | Legislature | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 2094 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the administration of and funding for the Texas emissions reduction plan.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Management & Control | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
HB 2098 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to a study by the Texas Water Development Board and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding the effects of the construction of a border wall on water quality in this state.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| BORDER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 2215 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding the approval of conservation and reclamation district petitions.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2253 86-0 (2019)
Author: Israel, Celia | et. al.
Relating to certain programs under the Texas Clean Air Act that reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality; authorizing a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| County Government--Finance | Environment--Air | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | VEHICLE INSPECTIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 2269 86-0 (2019)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to the operations of the Texas Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Compact waste disposal facility.
House: Environmental Regulation
Considered in Calendars
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2426 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to regulation of on-site sewage disposal systems including occupational licensure requirements associated with those systems.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 2545 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to franchise tax, oil production tax, and gas production tax incentives for certain desalination facility operations.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | DESALINATION | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Taxation--Energy Resources | Taxation--Franchise | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 2583 86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the calculation of costs in interagency contracts between certain state agencies and the State Office of Administrative Hearings.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Laid on the table subject to call
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | Utilities--General
HB 2590 86-0 (2019)
Author: Biedermann, KyleSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the administration, powers, and duties of water districts.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| BAYVIEW MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | BONDS | ELLIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 182 | GALVESTON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 51 | HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 402 | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 112 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILLOW POINT MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
HB 2664 86-0 (2019)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Relating to the repeal of the low-income vehicle repair assistance, retrofit, and accelerated vehicle retirement program and the use of remaining funds.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| County Government--Finance | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
HB 2696 86-0 (2019)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the elimination of regular mandatory vehicle safety inspections for noncommercial vehicles and the imposition of replacement fees.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Withdrawn from schedule
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | VEHICLE INSPECTIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 2710 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the regulation of certain aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; authorizing an increase in the amount of a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
HB 2726 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kuempel, JohnSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the commencement of construction of a project following the issuance of a draft permit for a permit amendment to an air quality permit.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 1/1/20
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 2771 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lozano, J. M.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to issue permits for the discharge into water in this state of produced water, hydrostatic test water, and gas plant effluent resulting from certain oil and gas activities.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/19
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Water--General
HB 2802 86-0 (2019)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the amounts, availability, and use of certain statutorily dedicated revenue and accounts; reducing or affecting the amounts of certain statutorily dedicated fees.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE | Energy--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Finances--Management & Control | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
HB 2871 86-0 (2019)
Author: Biedermann, Kyle
Relating to the regulation of certain aggregate production operations by the Railroad Commission of Texas; authorizing a fee; providing administrative penalties and other civil remedies; creating criminal offenses.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 2914 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the necessity of hearings regarding the dissolution or conversion of certain conservation and reclamation districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
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
| City Government--General | City Government--Land Use & Zoning | County Government--General | County Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 2948 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the creation of an advisory panel to study and compile a report on best management practices and funding mechanisms for the prevention, mitigation, and abatement of windblown and waterborne litter in communities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Governor | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | LITTER | LITTER ADVISORY PANEL, TEXAS | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | RAILROAD COMMISSION | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2998 86-0 (2019)
Author: Talarico, James
Relating to lead in drinking water at schools and child care facilities.
House: Natural Resources
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
| Day Care | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LEAD POISONING | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2999 86-0 (2019)
Author: Talarico, James
Relating to air filtration efficiency standards at certain educational and child care facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Day Care | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3034 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the requirements for aggregate production operation air permits.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Highways | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT
HB 3035 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the relationship between the amount of an administrative penalty imposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the economic benefit of the violation to the alleged violator.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3099 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to standards for water management in certain areas.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| DEVILS RIVER | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PECOS RIVER | RIO GRANDE RIVER | SAN FELIPE SPRINGS | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3114 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to contested case hearings on matters under the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Considered in Calendars
| Courts--Judges | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure
HB 3142 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to Texas Commission on Environmental Quality reminders to public drinking water supply systems regarding reporting requirements.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3224 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lozano, J. M.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a study on the creation of a defense under the Solid Waste Disposal Act for persons engaged in certain recycling transactions.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/19
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--Recycling | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3249 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to the use of Texas emissions reduction plan funds for a study conducted by the Texas A&M Transportation Institute.
House: Environmental Regulation
Placed on General State Calendar
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Management & Control | TEXAS A&M TRANSPORTATION INSTITUTE | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
HB 3289 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the Nueces River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | NUECES RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset—Required Reviews
HB 3318 86-0 (2019)
Author: Burns, DeWayne
Relating to a permit requirement for the land application of domestic septage.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 3319 86-0 (2019)
Author: Burns, DeWayne
Relating to the collection of soil monitoring samples from land application units where sewage sludge or domestic septage is applied.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | SEWAGE SLUDGE
HB 3320 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to require water pollution abatement plans from certain facilities regulated by the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas
HB 3324 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to groundwater impact contingency planning by pipeline operators.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PIPELINE SAFETY
HB 3339 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dominguez, AlexSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to requirements for programs of water conservation and water conservation plans.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 3404 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to the issuance of a permit for a concrete plant located in an area of a municipality not subject to zoning regulations.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 3600 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to Texas Commission on Environmental Quality adoption of a streamlined regulatory program for certain aggregate production operations.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
HB 3615 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to a task force to expedite permitting and funding following certain disasters.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, DIVISION OF THE DEPT. OF PUBLIC SAFETY | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3717 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to an oil and gas production tax credit for oil and gas producers that provide treated produced water to aquifer storage and recovery project operators.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | WATER--CONSERVATION
HB 3745 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to the Texas emissions reduction plan fund and account.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
See remarks for effective date
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Appropriations | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
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
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RIO GRANDE RIVER | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3798 86-0 (2019)
Author: Biedermann, Kyle
Relating to the regulation of and permit requirements for certain facilities that extract, produce, or process aggregates and of related facilities by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the Railroad Commission of Texas; providing administrative penalties and other civil remedies; creating criminal offenses.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist.
HB 3802 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the creation of a zero-emission vehicle program under the Texas emissions reduction plan.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
HB 3816 86-0 (2019)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.
Relating to the regulatory analysis of rules proposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STATE AGENCIES' RULES | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3817 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting the operation of concrete plants and crushing facilities at certain locations.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 3854 86-0 (2019)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the storage, transportation, processing, and disposal of scrap tires.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | TIRES
HB 3930 86-0 (2019)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.
Relating to a prohibition of the land application of grease trap waste or grit trap waste.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3944 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to inspections of solid waste facilities conducted by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3981 86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to civil suits brought by local governments for violations of certain laws under the jurisdiction of, or rules adopted or orders or permits issued by, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Political Subdivisions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3998 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the transfer of the administration of surface water rights permitting from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the Texas Water Development Board and the regulation of groundwater; authorizing fees; authorizing civil penalties.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 4002 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to a contested case hearing to identify a sensitive feature related to an Edwards Aquifer protection plan.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4012 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the procedure for qualifying for the exemption from ad valorem taxation of pollution control property.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Real Property | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 4049 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to regulation and permitting of certain recycling facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Recycling | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 4063 86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the location and operation of certain concrete crushing facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 4078 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to applications for permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain new or expanded facilities in certain low-income and minority communities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 4087 86-0 (2019)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to an affirmative defense to a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality enforcement action for unauthorized emission events.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 4089 86-0 (2019)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the regulation of radioactive waste.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| AUDITOR, STATE | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4110 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to a study evaluating and making recommendations for the regulation of on-site sewage disposal systems in the recharge zone of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 4116 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to a voluntary financial assurance program for permit holders under the Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| City Government--General | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 4136 86-0 (2019)
Author: Israel, Celia
Relating to a limitation on the expansion of certain landfills near a rail corridor.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LANDFILLS | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Transportation--Railroads
HB 4247 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.
Relating to the operation of rock and concrete crushing facilities at certain locations.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Hospitals | ROCK QUARRIES & PITS
HB 4360 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the review of permit applications for municipal solid waste facilities and the issuance of a notice of deficiency.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 4378 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the administration of certain programs under the Texas emissions reduction plan.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 4409 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to monitoring emissions of air contaminants from certain mining-related facilities; imposing of a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS
HB 4422 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to permit conditions relating to road paving for certain mining-related facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | County Government--Roads | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 4423 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to surface remediation and the restoration of land disturbed by the installation of a pipeline.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PIPELINE SAFETY | Property Interests--Real Property | RAILROAD COMMISSION | TRAVIS COUNTY
HB 4486 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the regulation of solid waste facilities; imposing a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 4493 86-0 (2019)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to supplemental environmental projects authorized by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 4568 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cyrier, John | et. al.
Relating to the consideration of floodplain maps in the permitting of certain solid waste facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FLOODS | PERMITS | Political Subdivisions | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
HB 4588 86-0 (2019)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to mailed notice of certain environmental permits.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Education--Bilingual | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 4595 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to a study and report on the optimum water level of Falcon Lake.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FALCON LAKE | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT
HB 4599 86-0 (2019)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the establishment and implementation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of a program to reduce the emissions of greenhouse gases in this state; authorizing a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
HB 4632 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the Red River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| AUDITOR, STATE | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RED RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset—Required Reviews
HB 4758 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lopez, Ray | et. al.
Relating to providing notice to a state representative and senator of an administrative penalty assessed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature
SB 180 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to applications for permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain new or expanded facilities in certain low-income and minority communities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 185 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to disclosure requirements regarding certain oil or gas well accidents.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Energy Resources
| ALERT SYSTEM | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Safety
SB 208 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting the operation of concrete plants and crushing facilities at certain locations.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Co-author authorized
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 239 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to meetings for certain special purpose districts.
House: County Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
| Electronic Information Systems | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | Open Meetings | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 241 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Longoria, Oscar
Relating to certain required reports received or prepared by state agencies and other governmental entities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS, TEXAS COUNCIL ON | CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF | COLONIAS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY--SAN MARCOS | TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | VETERANS' LAND BOARD | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 417 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to concrete batching and concrete crushing facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 483 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to permits for certain injection wells that transect a portion of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | TRINITY AQUIFER
SB 515 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Relating to a study by the Texas Water Development Board and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding the effects of the construction of a border wall on storm drainage and other environmental matters in this state.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 520 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Kuempel, John
Relating to the storage and recovery of water in a portion of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | NEW BRAUNFELS, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 531 86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the sources of funding for the Texas emissions reduction plan.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
House passage as amended reported
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Finances--Management & Control | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 534 86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the notice of a hearing to adopt a proposed rule under the Texas Clean Air Act.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | PUBLIC NOTICE
SB 551 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to inaccurate or incomplete permit applications for solid waste facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 573 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the definition of "affected person" for purposes of a contested case hearing held by or for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding certain environmental permit applications.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | PERMITS
SB 604 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.Sponsor: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and to the operations of certain other entities performing functions associated with the department.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
| AUTOMOBILE BURGLARY & THEFT PREVENTION AUTHORITY | COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTORS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LICENSE PLATES | MOTOR VEHICLE CRIME PREVENTION AUTHORITY | MOTOR VEHICLE DEALERS | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Sunset--Commission Bills | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Vehicles & Traffic--General | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 625 86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the Nueces River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | NUECES RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset—Required Reviews | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 627 86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the Red River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| AUDITOR, STATE | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RED RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset—Required Reviews
SB 649 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Thompson, Ed
Relating to promotion of the use of recyclable materials as feedstock for processing and manufacturing.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/19
| ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | Environment--Recycling | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 655 86-0 (2019)
Author: Flores, Peter
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing direct discharges of waste or pollutants into water in certain areas of the Edwards Aquifer.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 694 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; increasing a fee; increasing administrative penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources
SB 698 86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, BrianSponsor: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to the expedited processing of certain applications for permits under the Texas Clean Air Act.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/19
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | State Employees
SB 700 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Geren, Charlie
Relating to retail public utilities that provide water or sewer service.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
SB 711 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Leach, Jeff
Relating to allowing safety recall information to be included in a vehicle inspection report.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Safety | VEHICLE INSPECTIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 724 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to a requirement that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality obtain or develop updated water availability models for certain river basins.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| BRAZOS RIVER BASIN | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | NECHES RIVER BASIN | RED RIVER BASIN | RIO GRANDE RIVER BASIN | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 765 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to programs that can be established and funded under the Texas emissions reduction plan.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Management & Control | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
SB 778 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the application process for certain solid waste facility permits.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Co-author authorized
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 816 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the regulation by certain municipalities of disposable plastic bag use.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| City Government--General | Environment--General | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 868 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the amount of certain industrial solid waste authorized to be accepted by a municipal solid waste facility.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 900 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to state and local planning for and responses to drought.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| DROUGHT | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | WATER CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 911 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the supervision of water districts by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | BORDER | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRINITY AQUIFER | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
SB 912 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the suspension of operations of water districts that have failed to follow a court order or administrative directive by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--General
SB 987 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to limitations on the location of solid waste facilities.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Co-author authorized
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Water--Development
SB 990 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the consideration of floodplain maps in the permitting of certain solid waste facilities.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FLOODS | PERMITS | Political Subdivisions | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
SB 1021 86-0 (2019)
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
Relating to the operations of the Texas Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Compact waste disposal facility.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Placed on intent calendar
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1070 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to local initiatives programs under the Texas Clean Air Act and the repeal of the low-income vehicle repair assistance, retrofit, and accelerated vehicle retirement program; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Not again placed on intent calendar
| County Government--Finance | Environment--Air | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | VEHICLE INSPECTIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 1108 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the dissolution of certain general law districts.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Elections--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | Water--General
SB 1242 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the location of hearings relating to contested cases before the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 1243 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the consideration of the cumulative effects of air contaminant emissions in the emissions permitting process.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | PERMITS
SB 1247 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to who may request a public hearing from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality related to the construction of a concrete plant.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1338 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the issuance of a permit for a municipal solid waste landfill facility located in a special flood hazard area.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Co-author authorized
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FLOODS | PERMITS
SB 1339 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to road specifications and safety standards for access to a solid waste facility.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| County Government--Roads | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Highways | PERMITS | Safety
SB 1376 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.Sponsor: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to eliminating certain requirements imposed on school districts and other educational entities.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Environment--Recycling | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
SB 1380 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the analysis of inspection and maintenance requirements for air quality permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain oil and gas facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION
SB 1381 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to a biennial report on stormwater infrastructure in this state.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Development
SB 1446 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to performance standards for certain aboveground storage tanks.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FLOODS | STORAGE TANKS | Water--General
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
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RIO GRANDE RIVER | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1498 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to regulation of on-site sewage disposal systems including occupational licensure requirements associated with those systems.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 1501 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the commencement of construction of a project following the issuance of a draft permit for a permit amendment to an air quality permit.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 1585 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to issue permits for the discharge into water in this state of produced water, hydrostatic test water, and gas plant effluent resulting from certain oil and gas activities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Water--General
SB 1599 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Relating to the elimination of regular mandatory vehicle safety inspections for noncommercial vehicles and the imposition of replacement fees.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | VEHICLE INSPECTIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 1656 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the conversion of plastics and other recoverable materials through pyrolysis or gasification.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Recycling | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1696 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the regulation of aggregate production operations; requiring a permit; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS | Water--General
SB 1753 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the regulation of radioactive waste.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| AUDITOR, STATE | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1794 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the calculation of costs in interagency contracts between certain state agencies and the State Office of Administrative Hearings.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | Utilities--General
SB 1836 86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the authorization by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the discharge, diversion, and transfer or other reuse of treated brackish groundwater and return flows derived from treated brackish groundwater.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 1850 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Walle, Armando
Relating to used and scrap tire handlers.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | TIRES
SB 1931 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to conduct background checks.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Water--General
SB 1976 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the fee collected for a municipal solid waste permit application; increasing a fee.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | PERMITS
SB 1990 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to changes to an application for an environmental permit before a contested case hearing on the application.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | Environment--Air | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Water--Development
SB 1999 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to an oil and gas production tax credit for oil and gas producers that provide treated produced water to aquifer storage and recovery project operators.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | Taxation--Energy Resources | Water--General
SB 2062 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the publication of pathogen-related data from river basins by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities
SB 2065 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to affirmative defenses for a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality enforcement action for unauthorized emission or opacity events.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 2067 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the matters to be considered in developing the state water plan.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 2070 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, JoséSponsor: Morrison, Geanie W.
Relating to a prohibition of the land application of grease or grit trap waste.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 2123 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the penalty for failure to register certain aggregate production operations with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
SB 2124 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to best management practices for aggregate production operations.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
SB 2125 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of aggregate production operation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; increasing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
SB 2154 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the administration of certain programs under the Texas emissions reduction plan.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 2155 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the retention of soil samples and records related to a permit for a municipal solid waste facility issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; creating an administrative penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RECORDS MANAGEMENT
SB 2175 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to affirmative defenses for a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality enforcement action for unauthorized emission or opacity events.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 2233 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to monitoring emissions of air contaminants from certain mining-related facilities; imposing of a fee.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | INTERNET | Mines & Mineral Resources | PERMITS
SB 2278 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the regulation of certain aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; authorizing an increase in the amount of a fee.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| City Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | Water--General
SB 2331 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to requirements for programs of water conservation and water conservation plans.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 2354 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to judicial review of acts by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Courts--Civil Procedure | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 2385 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the carcinogenic risk level used in the development of certain environmental remediation benchmarks.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 2387 86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the regulatory analysis of rules proposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STATE AGENCIES' RULES | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 2393 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to limitations of the issuance of permits for municipal solid waste landfill facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 2422 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the issuance of a permit for a municipal solid waste facility located in a 100-year floodplain.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FLOODS | PERMITS
SB 2452 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: González, Mary
Relating to the provision by the Texas Water Development Board of financial assistance for the development of certain projects in economically distressed areas.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on adoption of const. amendment
| BONDS | Economic & Industrial Development--General | ECONOMICALLY DISTRESSED AREAS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | WATER & SEWER SERVICE | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 2559 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to supplemental environmental projects authorized by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 180 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the review of groundwater conservation districts by the state auditor.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| AUDITOR, STATE | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 352 85-0 (2017)
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Relating to the procedure by which a state agency may issue an opinion that a watercourse is navigable.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 402 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the low-income vehicle repair assistance, retrofit, and accelerated vehicle retirement program and local initiative air quality projects.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| County Government--Finance | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 484 85-0 (2017)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to training required to qualify for or renew a license issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 489 85-0 (2017)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the creation of a waste tire dumping enforcement grant program; authorizing a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | TIRES
HB 572 85-0 (2017)
Author: Stephenson, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the disposal of pesticides.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
| Agriculture | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES | State Finances--Management & Control | TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE
HB 605 85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the consideration by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the economic impact of an appropriation of state water in determining whether to grant an application for the appropriation.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Economic & Industrial Development--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 614 85-0 (2017)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the procedure for action by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on an application for a water right.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 773 85-0 (2017)
Author: Johnson, Eric | et. al.
Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | CLIMATOLOGY & CLIMATOLOGISTS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Governor | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
HB 815 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.
Relating to the regulatory analysis of rules proposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Withdrawn from schedule
| Energy--General | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STATE AGENCIES' RULES | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 838 85-0 (2017)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the consideration of the cumulative effects of air contaminant emissions in the emissions permitting process.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1115 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the definition of "affected person" for purposes of a contested case hearing held by or for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding certain environmental permit applications.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| City Government--Employees/Officers | County Government--Employees/Officers | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | PERMITS
HB 1250 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wray, John
Relating to the authority of certain counties to prohibit the land application of certain sewage sludge in the county or in a portion of the county.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Agriculture | County Government--Land Use & Zoning | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | SEWAGE SLUDGE
HB 1515 85-0 (2017)
Author: Elkins, GarySponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the expiration of the dry cleaner environmental response program.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1536 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to a biennial report on stormwater infrastructure in this state.
House: Natural Resources
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1672 85-0 (2017)
Author: Ashby, Trent
Relating to the regulation of prescribed burning by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Withdrawn from schedule
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PRESCRIBED BURNING BOARD
HB 1874 85-0 (2017)
Author: Anderson, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to a program for the recycling of certain household batteries; authorizing a fee; providing civil and administrative penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Business & Commerce--General | ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT | Environment--General | Environment--Recycling | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1920 85-0 (2017)
Author: Flynn, DanSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the Palo Duro River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PALO DURO RIVER AUTHORITY | PALO DURO WATER DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills | Sunset--Recommended Reviews
HB 1921 85-0 (2017)
Author: Flynn, DanSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the functions and territory of the Upper Colorado River Authority, following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills | Sunset--Recommended Reviews | UPPER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY
HB 1979 85-0 (2017)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to the Texas emissions reduction plan and other related programs and measures to reduce emissions.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FUEL CELLS | HYBRID VEHICLES | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS A&M ENGINEERING EXPERIMENT STATION | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment
HB 2046 85-0 (2017)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the amount of the solid waste disposal fee and the allocation of revenue from that fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State
HB 2086 85-0 (2017)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to plot plan requirements for an application for a standard permit for a concrete batch plant issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 2088 85-0 (2017)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the operating hours of concrete plants in certain counties issued a standard permit by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; amending a provision subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 2092 85-0 (2017)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W. | et. al.
Relating to a prohibition of the land application of grease or grit trap waste.
House: Environmental Regulation
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 2125 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the establishment of a program for the collection, transportation, and recycling of architectural paint.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| ARCHITECTS & ARCHITECTURE | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2140 85-0 (2017)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the creation of an advisory panel to study and compile a report on best management practices and funding mechanisms for the prevention, mitigation, and abatement of windblown and waterborne litter and illegal dumping in communities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | LITTER | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2321 85-0 (2017)
Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to low-income vehicle repair assistance, retrofit, and accelerated vehicle retirement programs and local initiative projects.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Not again placed on intent calendar
| County Government--Finance | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | VEHICLE INSPECTIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 2376 85-0 (2017)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the fee collected for an on-site wastewater treatment permit application.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local
HB 2476 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to approval by the comptroller of public accounts of certain contingent fee legal services contracts entered into by public agencies.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| City Government--General | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General
HB 2479 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to permit applications for solid waste facilities in certain counties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Corrected committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 2497 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the posting of notice of intent to obtain a permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality at the site of the facility or proposed facility for which the permit is sought.
House: Environmental Regulation
Corrected committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 2517 85-0 (2017)
Author: Stephenson, Phil
Relating to a prohibition of the land application of grit or grease trap waste.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2533 85-0 (2017)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to civil suits brought by local governments or certain other persons for violations of certain laws under the jurisdiction of, or rules adopted or orders or permits issued by, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/17
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2568 85-0 (2017)
Author: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to a review of the motor vehicle emissions inspection and maintenance program to vehicles of certain model years.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | VEHICLE INSPECTIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--General | Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 2569 85-0 (2017)
Author: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to a review of the motor vehicle emissions inspection and maintenance program.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | VEHICLE INSPECTIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment
HB 2682 85-0 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the administration of and funding for the Texas emissions reduction plan.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CONSTRUCTION & HEAVY EQUIPMENT | Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Finances--Management & Control | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 2753 85-0 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the analysis of inspection and maintenance requirements for air quality permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain oil and gas facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS
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
| BEXAR COUNTY | City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Landlord & Tenant
HB 2771 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phelan, Dade | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the fee collected for an on-site wastewater treatment permit application.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GIFTS & DONATIONS | PERMITS | Water--General
HB 2777 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phelan, Dade
Relating to an application for the amendment of a certificate of public convenience and necessity in an area within the boundaries of a political subdivision.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Utilities--Water & Sewer
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
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
HB 2799 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to a requirement to make certain environmental and water use permit applications available online.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Air | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | PERMITS | Water--Rights
HB 2881 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sanford, ScottSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the board of directors of the Old Celina Municipal Management District No. 1.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/17
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | OLD CELINA MUNICIPAL MANAGEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
HB 2885 85-0 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the authorization by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the discharge, diversion, and transfer or other reuse of return flows derived from treated brackish groundwater.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 2894 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to a requirement that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality provide an expedited procedure for acting on certain applications for an amendment to a water right by certain applicants that use desalinated seawater.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| DESALINATION | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 2958 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Ed | et. al.
Relating to an assessment of the safety and regulation of municipal solid waste facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 3004 85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the dismissal of protests against certain decisions and actions of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding wastewater discharge permits.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3031 85-0 (2017)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to the procedure for obtaining a right to use state water if the applicant proposes an alternative source of water that is not state water.
House: Natural Resources
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 3036 85-0 (2017)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
Relating to permits for the discharge of waste or pollutants into water that flows into certain areas of the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone.
House: Environmental Regulation
Placed on General State Calendar
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 3058 85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the new technology implementation grant program administered by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | Science & Technology | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3175 85-0 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the funding through greenhouse gas emissions fees of energy efficiency programs administered by certain utilities; authorizing a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Energy--Conservation | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Utilities--Electric
HB 3177 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, EddieSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the delegation of matters to the executive director of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/17
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3200 85-0 (2017)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the regulation of certain aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; authorizing an increase in the amount of a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | ROCK QUARRIES & PITS | Water--General
HB 3333 85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to permits for certain injection wells that transect a portion of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| BARTON SPRINGS-EDWARDS AQUIFER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | PERMITS | TRINITY AQUIFER
HB 3393 85-0 (2017)
Author: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to the extension of fees and surcharges providing revenue to the Texas emissions reduction plan fund.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State
HB 3413 85-0 (2017)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to the Texas natural gas vehicle grant program, including the funding of fueling stations from grants under that program.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3467 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing discharges of sewage effluent into any water in the contributing or recharge zone of the San Antonio or Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 3479 85-0 (2017)
Author: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to the Texas emissions reduction plan and other related programs and measures to reduce emissions.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| CONSTRUCTION & HEAVY EQUIPMENT | Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Management & Control | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
HB 3525 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to the referral by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the State Office of Administrative Hearings of an issue regarding an application for a water right.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 3642 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burns, DeWayne
Relating to a permit requirement for the land application of domestic septage.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 3695 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to lead in drinking water at schools and child care facilities.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Day Care | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LEAD POISONING | Minors--Health & Safety | Water--General
HB 3735 85-0 (2017)
Author: Frank, James | et. al.Sponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to an application for a new or amended water right submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 3742 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phelan, Dade
Relating to the procedure for action by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on an application for a new or amended water right.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 3744 85-0 (2017)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the regulation of the retention, storage, transportation, and disposal of used or scrap tires; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.
House: Environmental Regulation
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Business & Commerce--General | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | TIRES | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment
HB 3846 85-0 (2017)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the management of the upper San Saba River.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in subcommittee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MASON COUNTY | MCCULLOCH COUNTY | MENARD COUNTY | SAN SABA RIVER | SCHLEICHER COUNTY | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 3889 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Justin
Relating to a study on public drinking water infrastructure by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | Safety | Water--General
HB 3991 85-0 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to appropriations of water for use in aquifer storage and recovery projects.
House: Natural Resources
Received from the House
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RIO GRANDE RIVER | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 4006 85-0 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to a requirement that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality obtain or develop updated water availability models for all of the river basins in this state.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 4025 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the relationship between the amount of an administrative penalty imposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the economic benefit of the violation to the alleged violator.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 4058 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to systems of prior authorization for the control, management, and disposal of certain nonhazardous, industrial solid wastes for which there are minimum federal requirements.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 4067 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gooden, Lance
Relating to the applicability of Texas Commission on Environmental Quality rules relating to recycling facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Withdrawn from schedule
| Environment--Recycling | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 4123 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to the regulation of sport lagoons and granting rulemaking authority.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
| Amusements, Games, Sports | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Water--General
HB 4181 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perez, Mary AnnSponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the electronic transmission of certain notice required for air quality permits.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/17
| Electronic Information Systems | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 4183 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the administration of certain water districts.
House: Natural Resources
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4219 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the procedure for qualifying for the exemption from ad valorem taxation of pollution control property.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Real Property | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 4221 85-0 (2017)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to requiring owners of sanitary sewer systems to report the current condition of a system's infrastructure to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--General | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HCR 43 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Directing the Texas Water Development Board and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to support the creation of a model water recycling project.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WATER--CONSERVATION
HR 2614 85-0 (2017)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1731.
Reported enrolled
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 26 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.Sponsor: Landgraf, Brooks | et. al.
Relating to the Texas emissions reduction plan and other related programs and measures to reduce emissions.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Placed on General State Calendar
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FUEL CELLS | HYBRID VEHICLES | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS A&M ENGINEERING EXPERIMENT STATION | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment
SB 189 85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to notice of an application for a permit to drill certain injection wells within a certain distance of a groundwater conservation district.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist.
SB 225 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the referral by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the State Office of Administrative Hearings of an issue regarding an application for a water right.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 307 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the functions and territory of the Upper Colorado River Authority, following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills | Sunset--Recommended Reviews | UPPER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY
SB 309 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the Palo Duro River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PALO DURO RIVER AUTHORITY | PALO DURO WATER DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills | Sunset--Recommended Reviews
SB 538 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to state and local planning for and responses to drought.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| DROUGHT | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--General | WATER CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 546 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the quality of water provided by public drinking water supply systems to state supported living centers.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Human Services--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 551 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to inaccurate or incomplete permit applications for solid waste facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 570 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of the retention, storage, transportation, disposal, processing, and reuse of used or scrap tires; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Vetoed by the Governor
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Business & Commerce--General | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | TIRES | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment
SB 696 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Larson, Lyle
Relating to a requirement that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality obtain or develop updated water availability models for certain river basins.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| BRAZOS RIVER BASIN | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GUADALUPE RIVER BASIN | SAN ANTONIO RIVER BASIN | TRINITY RIVER BASIN | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 746 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to a prohibition of the land application of grit or grease trap waste.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 768 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the Texas emissions reduction plan, including the eligibility for grants for natural gas fueling stations under the Texas natural gas vehicle grant program.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Highways | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 793 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to restrictions on the location and operation of concrete crushing facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Co-author authorized
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 864 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the procedure for obtaining a right to use state water if the applicant proposes an alternative source of water that is not state water.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 939 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the regulatory analysis of rules proposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STATE AGENCIES' RULES | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 960 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the regulation of prescribed burning by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PRESCRIBED BURNING BOARD
SB 1046 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.
Relating to sources of funding for the Texas emissions reduction plan.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS MOBILITY FUND | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
SB 1175 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the dissolution of water districts.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| Elections--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
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
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Landlord & Tenant
SB 1423 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the supervision of water districts by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1430 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to a requirement that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality provide an expedited procedure for acting on certain applications for an amendment to a water right by certain applicants that use desalinated seawater.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| DESALINATION | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 1432 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the regulation of sport lagoons and granting rulemaking authority.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Amusements, Games, Sports | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Water--General
SB 1507 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the authorization by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the discharge, diversion, and transfer or other reuse of return flows derived from treated brackish groundwater.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 1580 85-0 (2017)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to the testing of drinking water from and the replacement and repair of drinking water outlets and water lines on publicly owned and operated property.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LEAD POISONING
SB 1587 85-0 (2017)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al.
Relating to lead in drinking water at public schools.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Day Care | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LEAD POISONING | Minors--Health & Safety | Water--General
SB 1598 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to applications for permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain new or expanded facilities in certain low-income and minority communities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 1600 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the issuance of standard permits for certain concrete plants.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 1628 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the replacement of contested case hearings for certain environmental permits with a petition for administrative review.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 1629 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to systems of prior authorization for the control, management, and disposal of certain nonhazardous, industrial solid wastes for which there are minimum federal requirements.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1724 85-0 (2017)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to a permit requirement for the land application of domestic septage.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 1731 85-0 (2017)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Meyer, Morgan
Relating to the repeal of laws governing certain state entities, including the functions of those entities, and to certain duties, responsibilities, and functions of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on the abolishment of certain of those entities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
| Agriculture | AWARDS, MEDALS, PRIZES | BIOENERGY POLICY COUNCIL | BIOENERGY RESEARCH COMMITTEE | BORDER SECURITY COUNCIL | DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARDS COMMITTEE, TEXAS | EMISSIONS REDUCTION PLAN ADVISORY BOARD, TEXAS | Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HEALTH PROFESSIONS COUNCIL | PATIENT PROTECTION, OFFICE OF | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS | SECRETARY OF STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS A&M ENGINEERING EXPERIMENT STATION | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 1796 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to a restriction on permits authorizing discharges of sewage effluent into any water in the contributing or recharge zone of the San Antonio or Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 1814 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the transference of certain territory from one groundwater conservation district to another.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| City Government--Annexation | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Real Property | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1842 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Phelan, Dade
Relating to an application for the amendment of a certificate of public convenience and necessity in an area within the boundaries of a political subdivision.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 2003 85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the low-income vehicle repair assistance, retrofit, and accelerated vehicle retirement program and local initiative air quality projects.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
| County Government--Finance | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 2026 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to a biennial report on stormwater infrastructure in this state.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 2028 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the procedure for qualifying for the exemption from ad valorem taxation of pollution control property.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Real Property | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 2047 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the creation, territory, and operation of municipal management districts and public improvement districts.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MUNICIPAL MANAGEMENT DISTRICTS | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
SB 2154 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the amendment to an existing permit for a municipal solid waste landfill facility to accept increased amounts of Class 1 industrial solid waste.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LANDFILLS | PERMITS
SB 2155 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the issuance or amendment of a permit for a solid waste landfill facility or hazardous waste land disposal unit to be located in a special flood hazard area.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FLOODS | LANDFILLS | PERMITS
SB 2193 85-0 (2017)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the regulation of certain aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; authorizing an increase in the amount of a fee.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | ROCK QUARRIES & PITS | Water--General
SR 939 85-0 (2017)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on SB 1731.
Reported enrolled
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 161 85-1 (2017)
Author: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to the authority of a county to end a low-income vehicle repair assistance, retrofit, and accelerated vehicle retirement program in the county.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| County Government--Finance | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | VEHICLE INSPECTIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 205 85-1 (2017)
Author: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to a review of the motor vehicle emissions inspection and maintenance program to vehicles of certain model years.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | VEHICLE INSPECTIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--General | Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 228 85-1 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.
Relating to appropriations of water for use in aquifer storage and recovery projects.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Appropriations | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 276 85-1 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to an assessment of the safety and regulation of municipal solid waste facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Safety
HB 282 85-1 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to a requirement that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality obtain or develop updated water availability models for certain river basins.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 304 85-1 (2017)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.
Relating to a prohibition of the land application of grease or grit trap waste.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 335 85-1 (2017)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to testing for lead contamination in public school drinking water.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LEAD POISONING | Minors--Health & Safety | Water--General
HCR 28 85-1 (2017)
Author: Pickett, Joseph
Directing the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to identify the minimum state motor vehicle inspection and maintenance program required to maintain air quality in compliance with the provisions of the federal Clean Air Act.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | VEHICLE INSPECTIONS
HCR 29 85-1 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Directing the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to conduct an assessment of the safety and regulation of municipal solid waste facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HCR 30 85-1 (2017)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.
Directing the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to maintain its opposition to the Beneficial Land Management request to land apply grease and grit trap waste.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HB 14 84-0 (2015)
Author: Morrison, Geanie | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to the Texas emissions reduction plan.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
House appoints conferees-reported
| BELL COUNTY | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MCLENNAN COUNTY | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--General | WEBB COUNTY
HB 190 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to the regulatory analysis of rules proposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STATE AGENCIES' RULES | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 201 84-0 (2015)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the procedure for action by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on an application for a water right.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 281 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to a limitation on the expansion of certain landfills.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
| City Government--General | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LANDFILLS | Legislature | PERMITS
HB 417 84-0 (2015)
Author: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to information regarding the storage of certain hazardous chemicals; providing penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fire Fighters & Police--General | FIRE MARSHAL | FIRE SAFETY & PREVENTION | Safety | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 655 84-0 (2015)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the storage and recovery of water in aquifers; authorizing fees and surcharges; adding provisions subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 848 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to qualifications for a backflow prevention assembly tester license.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 912 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, JasonSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the dismissal of protests against certain decisions and actions of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding wastewater discharge permits.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 928 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to state and local planning for and responses to drought.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Motion withdrawn
| DROUGHT | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | WATER CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 942 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the storage of certain hazardous chemicals; transferring enforcement of certain reporting requirements, including the imposition of criminal, civil, and administrative penalties, from the Department of State Health Services to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty; reenacting a criminal offense.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
See remarks for effective date
| Environment--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fire Fighters & Police--General | FIRE SAFETY & PREVENTION | Safety | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 994 84-0 (2015)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property used to collect, process, and deliver landfill-generated gas.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/16
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LANDFILLS | Oil & Gas | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 1031 84-0 (2015)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to funding for certain roadway projects intended to improve or maintain air quality.
House: Transportation
Withdrawn from schedule
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Highways | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Budget | State Finances--Management & Control | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1058 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to notice and information provided by a solid waste facility and a commercial transporter of solid waste regarding recycling programs for certain electronic waste.
House: Environmental Regulation
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
| BURNING & INCINERATORS | ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT | Environment--Recycling | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LANDFILLS | SIGNS
HB 1113 84-0 (2015)
Author: Clardy, Travis
Relating to the standard of review for a determination of standing in a contested case hearing conducted by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1146 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kacal, KyleSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to persons who may operate a public water supply system.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Utilities--Water & Sewer | VOLUNTEERS
HB 1158 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the use of money received by a nonprofit organization to implement a supplemental environmental project.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 1192 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to permissible uses of graywater for domestic use.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | Water--General
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
| County Government--General | ECONOMICALLY DISTRESSED AREAS | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
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
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1279 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to provide sewer service to areas within the municipal boundaries without obtaining a certificate of public convenience and necessity.
House: Urban Affairs
Considered in Calendars
| City Government--Utilities | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LAKE PALESTINE | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 1284 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the review by certain governmental entities of a permit application for a solid waste facility.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 1301 84-0 (2015)
Author: Wray, John
Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to adopt rules prohibiting the use of an on-site sewage disposal system with an absorptive effluent disposal system.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1465 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to money used by certain counties for the low-income vehicle repair assistance, retrofit, and accelerated vehicle retirement program and local initiative air quality projects.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| County Government--Roads | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 1501 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to a study concerning the presence and effects of plastic microbeads in water in the state.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing | Water--General
HB 1642 84-0 (2015)
Author: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to the rights, remedies, and liability of certain owners and operators of environmentally contaminated property in certain counties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Placed on General State Calendar
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Real Property
HB 1794 84-0 (2015)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to suits brought by local governments for violations of certain laws under the jurisdiction of, or rules adopted or orders or permits issued by, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; affecting civil penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STATUTES OF LIMITATIONS
HB 1865 84-0 (2015)
Author: Morrison, Geanie | et. al.
Relating to procedures for certain environmental permit applications.
House: Environmental Regulation
Laid on the table subject to call
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 1902 84-0 (2015)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the regulation and use of graywater and alternative onsite water.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General
HB 2031 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to the diversion, treatment, and use of marine seawater and the discharge of treated marine seawater and waste resulting from the desalination of marine seawater; adding provisions subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| DESALINATION | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | GULF OF MEXICO | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PERMITS | Political Subdivisions | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | SCHOOL LAND BOARD | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 2051 84-0 (2015)
Author: Crownover, Myra
Relating to a volume-based exemption from reporting requirements for certain accidental discharges or spills from wastewater facilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 2080 84-0 (2015)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the creation and implementation of a greenhouse gas emissions reduction plan.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2154 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the functions and operation of the State Office of Administrative Hearings.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
See remarks for effective date
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 2230 84-0 (2015)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to authorize an injection well used for oil and gas waste disposal to be used for the disposal of nonhazardous brine produced by a desalination operation or nonhazardous drinking water treatment residuals.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
| DESALINATION | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Water--General
HB 2244 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the regulation of medical waste; adding and amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | Human Services--General
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
| County Government--General | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | SEWAGE SLUDGE | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 2308 84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the consideration by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the economic impact of an appropriation of state water in determining whether to grant an application for the appropriation.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 2362 84-0 (2015)
Author: Peña, Gilbert
Relating to the inclusion of a draft impact analysis in the notice of rules proposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STATE AGENCIES' RULES | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2460 84-0 (2015)
Author: Wray, John
Relating to allowing certain counties to regulate the land application of certain sewage sludge.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Agriculture | County Government--Land Use & Zoning | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | SEWAGE SLUDGE
HB 2532 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to a study on the effectiveness of regulations governing the design and construction of certain Type I municipal solid waste landfills overlying aquifers.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LANDFILLS | Water--General
HB 2598 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kuempel, John | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the consideration of steel slag as solid waste by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2746 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to the treatment for ad valorem tax purposes of pollution control property.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 2763 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, EdSponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to a study of the current and potential economic impacts of recycling.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
| Environment--Recycling | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2767 84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, JimSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the powers, duties, and administration of groundwater conservation districts; amending provisions that authorize fees.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous | Water--General
HB 2892 84-0 (2015)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the procedure by which a state agency may issue an opinion that a watercourse is navigable.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 2989 84-0 (2015)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the establishment of a publicly accessible database containing information on materials and products used in the construction of wastewater projects.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3026 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, Molly | et. al.
Relating to the permitting of crematories under the Texas Clean Air Act.
House: Environmental Regulation
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Animals | CREMATORIES & CREMATION | Environment--Air | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 3069 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the authority and obligations of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the Public Utility Commission of Texas to comply with and implement a Clean Power Plan.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General | Utilities--Natural Gas
HB 3088 84-0 (2015)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to applications for permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain new or expanded facilities in certain low-income and minority communities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 3153 84-0 (2015)
Author: Anderson, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to a program for the recycling of certain household batteries; authorizing a fee; providing civil and administrative penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Business & Commerce--General | ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT | Environment--General | Environment--Recycling | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 3172 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to emergency orders concerning water rights issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| DROUGHT | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Rights
HB 3241 84-0 (2015)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to state agency contracting; creating an offense.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
| AUDITOR, STATE | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Electronic Information Systems | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Ethics | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3263 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate state licensees.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3264 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the enforcement of permit requirements for the operation of a domestic wastewater treatment facility.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3355 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to exempting certain water districts from review and supervision by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of district bond packages and projects.
Filed
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3411 84-0 (2015)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the review by certain governmental entities of a permit application for a solid waste facility.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| City Government--General | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3412 84-0 (2015)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to a limitation on the expansion of certain landfills.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| City Government--General | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LANDFILLS | Legislature | PERMITS
HB 3413 84-0 (2015)
Author: Frank, James
Relating to a general permit to convey water using the bed and banks of a natural stream channel; authorizing a fee.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 3419 84-0 (2015)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to certain concrete plants issued a standard permit by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; amending a provision subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 3450 84-0 (2015)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, emissions, state sovereignty and certain actions taken by the United States Environmental Protection Agency.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3480 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to air quality permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain oil and gas facilities.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS
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
| City Government--General | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | County Government--General | Energy--Alternative Fuels | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 3590 84-0 (2015)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to the adoption of state rules and the submission of the state implementation plan to comply with certain rules under Section 111(d) of the federal Clean Air Act.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3607 84-0 (2015)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to notifying a state senator and state representative about the creation of a district and acquiring road powers for a district.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Placed on General State Calendar
| City Government--Roads | County Government--Roads | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous
HB 3795 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the sale, storage, transportation, and disposal of scrap or used tires; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Business & Commerce--General | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | TIRES | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment
HB 3821 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ashby, Trent
Relating to the procedure for action by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on an application for a water right.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Rights
HB 4087 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smith, Wayne | et. al.
Relating to the treatment for ad valorem tax purposes of pollution control property.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Air | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 4097 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to seawater desalination projects.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| DESALINATION | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | PERMITS | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Water--Development | Water--General
HCR 74 84-0 (2015)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Directing the Texas Water Development Board and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to support the creation of a model water recycling project in an appropriate location.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Recycling | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
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
| City Government--General | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | County Government--General | Energy--Alternative Fuels | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Purchasing--Local | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 20 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to state agency contracting.
House: State Affairs Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/15
| AUDITOR, STATE | COMPETITIVE BIDDING | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Electronic Information Systems | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 77 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the development of a climate adaptation plan by certain entities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Governor | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Legislature | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 109 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the procedure for action by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on an application for a water right.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 216 84-0 (2015)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to the functions and operation of the State Office of Administrative Hearings.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 253 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to applications for permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain new or expanded facilities in certain low-income and minority communities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Co-author authorized
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 329 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to state and local planning for and responses to drought.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| DROUGHT | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | WATER CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 394 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: King, Phil | et. al.
Relating to the use of supplemental environmental projects by a local government to come into compliance with environmental laws or remediate environmental harm caused by the local government.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Environment--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 427 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to restrictions on the location and operation of concrete crushing facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 521 84-0 (2015)
Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al.Sponsor: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the period for which the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality may grant or renew an emergency authorization relating to the use of state water.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 528 84-0 (2015)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the storage of certain hazardous chemicals; transferring enforcement of certain reporting requirements, including the imposition of criminal, civil, and administrative penalties, from the Department of State Health Services to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fire Fighters & Police--General | FIRE SAFETY & PREVENTION | Safety | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 636 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation of a task force to evaluate recreational use of rivers.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM, OFFICE OF | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | RECREATIONAL & CULTURAL FACILITIES | Safety
SB 709 84-0 (2015)
Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al.Sponsor: Morrison, Geanie | et. al.
Relating to procedures for certain environmental permit applications.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 789 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to provide sewer service to areas within the municipal boundaries without obtaining a certificate of public convenience and necessity.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
| City Government--Utilities | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LAKE PALESTINE | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 878 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to a limitation on the expansion of certain landfills.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| City Government--General | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LANDFILLS | Legislature | PERMITS
SB 879 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the review by certain governmental entities of a permit application for a solid waste facility.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| City Government--General | Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 911 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the eligibility for grants for natural gas fueling stations.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| CORPUS CHRISTI, CITY OF | Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Highways | LAREDO, CITY OF | SAN ANTONIO, CITY OF | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 912 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Crownover, Myra
Relating to a volume-based exemption from reporting requirements for certain accidental discharges or spills from wastewater facilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 941 84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the standard of review for a determination of standing in a contested case hearing conducted by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1067 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to a study of economically recyclable materials, economic impacts to the state and local governments of existing and increased recycling, the development of new markets for recycled materials and any infrastructure needs, and the potential to increase state revenues.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Recycling | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1242 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the sale, storage, transportation, and disposal of scrap or used tires; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Business & Commerce--General | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | TIRES | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment
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
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1404 84-0 (2015)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, emissions, state sovereignty and certain actions taken by the United States Environmental Protection Agency.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY, U.S. | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1413 84-0 (2015)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the powers, duties, and administration of groundwater conservation districts.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous | Water--General
SB 1509 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to suits brought by local governments for violations of certain laws under the jurisdiction of, or rules adopted or orders or permits issued by, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; affecting civil penalties.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STATUTES OF LIMITATIONS
SB 1588 84-0 (2015)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the management of the water resources of the state.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| DESALINATION | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 1605 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to an expedited permit program for permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
SB 1619 84-0 (2015)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the Texas emissions reduction plan.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| BELL COUNTY | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MCLENNAN COUNTY | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--General | WEBB COUNTY
SB 1627 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to state and local planning for and responses to drought.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| DROUGHT | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | WATER CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 1663 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to exempting certain water districts from review and supervision by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of district bond packages and projects.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1675 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of mandatory periodic motor vehicle inspections.
Senate: Transportation
Co-author authorized
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | VEHICLE INSPECTIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 1685 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to the repeal of the Texas emissions reduction plan and the low-income vehicle repair assistance, retrofit, and accelerated vehicle retirement program.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 1724 84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the storage and recovery of water in aquifers; authorizing fees and surcharges.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 1738 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to the diversion and use of marine seawater, including the development of marine seawater desalination projects, integrated marine seawater desalination and power projects, and facilities for the storage, conveyance, and delivery of desalinated marine seawater.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
| DESALINATION | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GULF OF MEXICO | Political Subdivisions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 1761 84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the authority and obligation of this state to comply with and implement a Clean Power Plan.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 1903 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the storage and recovery of water in aquifers; authorizing fees and surcharges; adding provisions subject to a criminal penalty.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Co-author authorized
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 1936 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the recovery of damages resulting from an emergency transfer of water authorized by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| DROUGHT | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 1949 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the allocation of Texas Emissions Reduction Plan funds.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1954 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the authority and obligations of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the Public Utility Commission of Texas to comply with and implement a Clean Power Plan.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General | Utilities--Natural Gas
HB 7 83-0 (2013)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the amounts, availability, and use of certain statutorily dedicated revenue and accounts; reducing or affecting the amounts or rates of certain statutorily dedicated fees and assessments; making an appropriation.
House: Appropriations - S/C on Budget Transparency and Reform Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fire Fighters & Police--Volunteer | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Budget | State Finances--Management & Control | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE
HB 114 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to voluntary emissions inspections in border counties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| BORDER | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | VEHICLE INSPECTIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment
HB 147 83-0 (2013)
Author: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.
Relating to the regulatory analysis of rules proposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STATE AGENCIES' RULES | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 168 83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the operation, powers, and duties of certain water districts; providing clarification of existing authority with regard to the imposition or use of certain assessments, fees, or taxes; providing authority to change a fee or repeal a tax.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| BONDS | COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTORS | Disabilities, Persons with | Elections--General | Elections--Voting Systems | Energy--Conservation | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fire Fighters & Police--General | PEACE OFFICERS | Property Interests--Eminent Domain | RECREATIONAL & CULTURAL FACILITIES | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection
HB 246 83-0 (2013)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the rates charged by water and sewer utilities.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 252 83-0 (2013)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn | et. al.
Relating to water shortage reporting by water utilities and providers of wholesale water service.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer | Water--General
HB 254 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to an exemption for farms from payment for wastewater service.
House: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| Agriculture | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FOOD | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
HB 340 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the power of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to authorize certain injection wells that transect or terminate in the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| BARTON SPRINGS-EDWARDS AQUIFER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | PERMITS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 378 83-0 (2013)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the development of a climate adaptation plan by certain entities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FOREST SERVICE, TEXAS | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Governor | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Legislature | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 426 83-0 (2013)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the regulatory analysis of rules proposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STATE AGENCIES' RULES | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 569 83-0 (2013)
Author: White, James
Relating to a study on the stringency of state environmental standards.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Interim Studies | STATE AGENCIES' RULES
HB 589 83-0 (2013)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the Lower Colorado River Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | LOWER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Recommended Reviews | TRAVIS COUNTY
HB 677 83-0 (2013)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the regulation and enforcement of dam safety by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: State Affairs Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/13
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Safety | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 738 83-0 (2013)
Author: Crownover, MyraSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the review of the creation of certain proposed municipal utility districts by county commissioners courts.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts
HB 787 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to incentives for the purchase or lease of an electric-powered light-duty motor vehicle.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Financial--General | HYBRID VEHICLES | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 788 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smith, Wayne | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to permitting of greenhouse gas emissions by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; limiting the amount of a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 822 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the Edwards Aquifer Authority's power to regulate the transportation of groundwater out of certain counties.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | UVALDE COUNTY
HB 824 83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, BillSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to reporting requirements for accidental sanitary sewer overflows.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 876 83-0 (2013)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to permit application requirements for solid waste facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 1079 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smith, Wayne | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to procedural requirements for action by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on applications for production area authorizations.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
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
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | City Government--Utilities | County Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC NOTICE | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
HB 1346 83-0 (2013)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the collection and recycling of computer and television equipment by certain retailers; providing for the imposition of administrative penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Business & Commerce--General | COMPUTERS & SOFTWARE | Environment--General | Environment--Recycling | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | SIGNS | TELEVISION
HB 1363 83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to certain required reports and other documents prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Left pending in committee
| ADJUTANT GENERAL | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS, TEXAS COUNCIL ON | BOND REVIEW BOARD | CRIMINAL JUSTICE POLICY COUNCIL | DIABETES COUNCIL, TEXAS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | OIL-FIELD CLEANUP FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS | SUPREME COURT | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON | VETERANS' LAND BOARD | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1414 83-0 (2013)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to provide sewer service to areas within the municipal boundaries without obtaining a certificate of public convenience and necessity.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| City Government--Utilities | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LAKE PALESTINE | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
HB 1457 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gooden, Lance | et. al.
Relating to expenses considered to determine net income for purposes of a rate proceeding for an investor-owned water and sewer utility.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
HB 1461 83-0 (2013)
Author: Aycock, Jimmie DonSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to customer notification of water loss by a retail public utility.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
HB 1490 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the amount and disposition of fees collected for municipal solid waste disposal.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| City Government--Utilities | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | RENEWABLE ENERGY
HB 1519 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sheffield, J. D.
Relating to the extent and management of the John Graves Scenic Riverway.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| BOSQUE COUNTY | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | JOHN GRAVES SCENIC RIVERWAY | SOMERVELL COUNTY
HB 1600 83-0 (2013)
Author: Cook, Byron | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas, to the transfer of certain functions from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the Public Utility Commission of Texas, to the rates for water service, and to the functions of the Office of Public Utility Counsel; authorizing a fee.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | City Government--Utilities | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC NOTICE | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | Sunset--Commission Bills | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
HB 1694 83-0 (2013)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to a prohibition on the disposal of certain used equipment at a municipal solid waste facility; creating an offense.
House: Environmental Regulation
Withdrawn from schedule
| BURNING & INCINERATORS | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Recycling | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LANDFILLS
HB 1714 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to the discontinuance of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality's compliance history program.
House: Environmental Regulation
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 1776 83-0 (2013)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the definition of "drought" for the purposes of emergency orders concerning water rights issued by the executive director of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| DROUGHT | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Rights
HB 1780 83-0 (2013)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to emergency orders concerning water rights issued by the executive director of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| DROUGHT | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Rights
HB 1873 83-0 (2013)
Author: Simmons, Ron
Relating to a limitation on the expansion of certain landfills.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LANDFILLS | PERMITS
HB 2046 83-0 (2013)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to a study evaluating and making recommendations for wastewater management in the contributing zone of the Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 2082 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the procedure for action by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on applications for certain environmental permits and administrative and judicial review of the commission's action.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2120 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Van | et. al.
Relating to permits to construct reservoirs for the storage of state water.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 2121 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Van | et. al.
Relating to interbasin transfers of state water.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 2154 83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the applicability of the law governing innovative programs for environmental regulation administered by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| DESALINATION | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 2169 83-0 (2013)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to create a groundwater conservation district in certain counties.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2179 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to the regulation of backflow prevention assembly testers by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners; authorizing a fee.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PLUMBERS & PLUMBING | PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF
HB 2290 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the use for administrative costs of a portion of money received by certain entities to implement a supplemental environmental project.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 2292 83-0 (2013)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the notice requirements for the issuance, renewal, or amendment of certain environmental permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | PERMITS
HB 2354 83-0 (2013)
Author: White, James
Relating to the stringency of environmental regulations adopted by state agencies.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2368 83-0 (2013)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to a study on waste reduction and a statewide waste reduction plan.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Recycling | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2446 83-0 (2013)
Author: Crownover, Myra | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the definitions of advanced clean energy projects and clean energy projects and to franchise tax credits for certain of those projects.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Energy--General | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Taxation--Franchise | Utilities--Electric
HB 2452 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis | et. al.
Relating to the appointment of a watermaster for the Brazos River Basin; providing for a limitation on certain fees.
House: Natural Resources
Considered in Calendars
| BRAZOS RIVER | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 2499 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to the use of Texas Emissions Reduction Plan funds for a drayage truck incentive program.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PICKUP & HEAVY TRUCKS
HB 2615 83-0 (2013)
Author: Johnson, EricSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the use of state water; providing a penalty.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Rights
HB 2616 83-0 (2013)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to establish uniform restrictions on the use of water during a drought.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| DROUGHT | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | IRRIGATION & IRRIGATORS | Utilities--Water & Sewer | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 2708 83-0 (2013)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to the imposition of a tax on water consumption by certain residential water customers and the use of the revenue generated by the tax to finance water projects; providing for penalties; authorizing a fee.
House: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Finances--Appropriations | Taxation--General | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 2720 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the applicability of the law governing emergency authorizations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for the use of state water to certain emergency orders concerning water rights issued by the executive director of the commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| DROUGHT | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 2781 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fletcher, AllenSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to rainwater harvesting and other water conservation initiatives.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
| City Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Property Owners Association | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
HB 2823 83-0 (2013)
Author: Villalba, Jason | et. al.
Relating to expedited permitting and economic development; authorizing a surcharge.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Economic & Industrial Development--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 2875 83-0 (2013)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al.
Relating to the motor vehicle inspection program; creating an offense; amending the amount of certain fees.
House: Transportation
Placed on General State Calendar
| ABANDONED & JUNKED VEHICLES | Electronic Information Systems | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | VEHICLE INSPECTIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 2923 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to the establishment of a program for the collection, transportation, and recycling of architectural paint.
House: Environmental Regulation
Withdrawn from schedule
| ARCHITECTS & ARCHITECTURE | Business & Commerce--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Recycling | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 2937 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gooden, Lance
Relating to the grant or denial of a certificate of convenience and necessity in certain counties.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| CEDAR CREEK RESERVOIR | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 2949 83-0 (2013)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to a performance-based program for permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS
HB 2996 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to regulation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the land application of Class B sludge.
House: Environmental Regulation
Point of order sustained
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | SEWAGE SLUDGE | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 2997 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to regulation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the land application of Class B sludge.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Solid Waste | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | SEWAGE SLUDGE | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3110 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan motor vehicle purchase or lease incentive program.
House: Environmental Regulation
Placed on General State Calendar
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
HB 3167 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Susan
Relating to water programs administered by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the Texas Water Development Board.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 3222 83-0 (2013)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the factors to be considered in determining the amount of certain administrative penalties imposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | County Government--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3233 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ritter, Allan | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to interbasin transfers of state water.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 3234 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ritter, Allan | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the procedure for action by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on an application for a water right.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | Water--Rights
HB 3289 83-0 (2013)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the licensing of professionals engaged in Texas pollutant discharge elimination system-related stormwater activity.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 3382 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to powers and duties of the Office of Public Utility Counsel to represent residential and small commercial consumers in certain water or sewer utility service matters before the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Consumer Protection | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC INTEREST COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
HB 3450 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gooden, Lance
Relating to a program to support the installation of certain emmissions-free generation systems that do not use water in the production of electricity and are located on publicly owned land or government buildings and parking structures.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Legislature | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | Science & Technology | Utilities--Electric
HB 3466 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the reporting of international shipments of electronic waste.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT | Environment--General | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Environment--Recycling | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3468 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the revocation or amendment of a certificate of public convenience and necessity for water or sewer service by petition.
House: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Real Property | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
HB 3535 83-0 (2013)
Author: Price, Walter "Four"
Relating to the management, operation, rulemaking authority, and oversight of groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
HB 3538 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to minimum pollution removal requirements on storm water discharge within the Edwards Aquifer in certain circumstances.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 3582 83-0 (2013)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to emission and water reduction in permitted generation facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LOANS | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General
HB 3596 83-0 (2013)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the regulation of emissions of air contaminants from the drilling or reworking of oil or gas wells.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas
HB 3599 83-0 (2013)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to restrictions on the siting, drilling, completion, and operation of oil and gas wells in certain locations.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | Political Subdivisions | RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3658 83-0 (2013)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the use of the Texas emissions reduction plan fund.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| CONSTRUCTION & HEAVY EQUIPMENT | Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | Legislature | Oil & Gas | PICKUP & HEAVY TRUCKS | State Finances--Management & Control | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 3675 83-0 (2013)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to a study regarding air quality by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and Texas Southern University.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
HB 3783 83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, Jason | et. al.
Relating to the storage, transportation, and disposal of tires; providing criminal penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | TIRES
HB 3853 83-0 (2013)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the promotion of Texas energy products, services and technologies in the global marketplace.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
| Business & Commerce--General | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM, OFFICE OF | Energy--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | GLOBAL ENERGY CAPITAL TASK FORCE | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Science & Technology | SECRETARY OF STATE | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Transportation--Miscellaneous | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3857 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to periodic rate adjustments by water and sewer utilities.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3890 83-0 (2013)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the powers and duties of the Montgomery County Water Control and Improvement District No. 2.
House: Natural Resources
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 3891 83-0 (2013)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the powers and duties of the Montgomery County Water Control and Improvement District No. 3.
House: Natural Resources
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 3 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 3892 83-0 (2013)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the period for confirmation and the terms of the temporary directors of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 102.
House: Natural Resources
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 102 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3893 83-0 (2013)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the period for confirmation and the terms of the temporary directors of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 104.
House: Natural Resources
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 104 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3894 83-0 (2013)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the period for confirmation and the terms of the temporary directors of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 117.
House: Natural Resources
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 117 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HCR 214 83-0 (2013)
Author: Darby, Drew
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 347.
Record vote
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LOW-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE WASTE DISPOSAL COMPACT COMMISSION, TEXAS | Resolutions--Corrective
SB 14 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, Tommy | et. al.Sponsor: Pitts, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the fiscal transparency and accountability of certain entities responsible for public money.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Returned to committee
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | BONDS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--General | Electronic Information Systems | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INTERNET | Political Subdivisions | SECRETARY OF STATE | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Taxation--General
SB 59 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Callegari, Bill
Relating to required reports and other documents prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/13
| ADJUTANT GENERAL | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | AUDITOR, STATE | AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS, TEXAS COUNCIL ON | BOND REVIEW BOARD | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE POLICY COUNCIL | DIABETES COUNCIL, TEXAS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--State Coordination | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LAW EXAMINERS, BOARD OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | OIL-FIELD CLEANUP FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Retirement Systems--Teachers | SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure | STATE BAR OF TEXAS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS | STATE PENSION REVIEW BOARD | SUPREME COURT | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON | VETERANS' LAND BOARD | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 78 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the development of a climate adaptation plan by certain entities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FOREST SERVICE, TEXAS | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Governor | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Legislature | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 114 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to restrictions on the location and operation of concrete crushing facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| CEMENT & CONCRETE | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 199 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the annual evaluation of water use by owners or operators of electric generating facilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
| Environment--Air | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Utilities--Electric
SB 206 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas, to the transfer of certain functions from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the Public Utility Commission of Texas, and to the functions of the Office of Public Utility Counsel; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | City Government--Utilities | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC NOTICE | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | Sunset--Commission Bills | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
SB 235 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Relating to the creation of regional authorities for water infrastructure projects.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development
SB 302 83-0 (2013)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the management, operation, rulemaking authority, and oversight of groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
SB 320 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Toth, Steve
Relating to the powers and duties of the Montgomery County Water Control and Improvement District No. 3.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 3 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 321 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Toth, Steve
Relating to the powers and duties of the Montgomery County Water Control and Improvement District No. 2.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 322 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Toth, Steve
Relating to the period for confirmation and the terms of the temporary directors of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 102.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 102 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 323 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Toth, Steve
Relating to the period for confirmation and the terms of the temporary directors of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 104.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 104 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 324 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Toth, Steve
Relating to the period for confirmation and the terms of the temporary directors of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 117.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 117 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 347 83-0 (2013)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Lewis, Tryon
Relating to funding for the operations of the Texas Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Compact Commission and to the disposal of certain low-level radioactive waste.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LOW-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE WASTE DISPOSAL COMPACT COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 364 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to provide sewer service to areas within the municipal boundaries without obtaining a certificate of public convenience and necessity.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| City Government--Utilities | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LAKE PALESTINE | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
SB 434 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the procedural requirements for action by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on applications for production area authorizations.
Senate: Natural Resources
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 454 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Stephenson, Phil
Relating to the authority of the Jackson County Navigation District to file an annual compilation or review report with the executive director of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality in lieu of filing an annual audit report.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | JACKSON COUNTY NAVIGATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 459 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Isaac, Jason | et. al.
Relating to the sale, installation, storage, transportation, and disposal of scrap, unsafe, or used tires; providing a civil penalty; creating an offense.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Business & Commerce--General | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | TIRES | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment
SB 467 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, Glenn | et. al.
Relating to the regulatory analysis of rules proposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | STATE AGENCIES' RULES | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 536 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to regulation of greenhouse gas emissions by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 567 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Geren, Charlie
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 Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | City Government--Utilities | County Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC NOTICE | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
SB 584 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to a volume-based exemption from reporting requirements for accidental discharges or spills from wastewater facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 762 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to a prohibition on the disposal of certain used equipment at a municipal solid waste facility; creating an offense.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| BURNING & INCINERATORS | City Government--General | ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT | Environment--Recycling | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LANDFILLS | SIGNS | TELEVISION
SB 791 83-0 (2013)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of low-level radioactive waste disposal facilities and radioactive substances.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Returned to committee
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LOW-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE WASTE DISPOSAL COMPACT COMMISSION, TEXAS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 819 83-0 (2013)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: King, Susan
Relating to the disposal of demolition waste from abandoned or nuisance buildings by certain local governments.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | NUISANCES | Safety
SB 902 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fraser, TroySponsor: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the operation, powers, and duties of certain water districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
See remarks for effective date
| BONDS | COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTORS | Disabilities, Persons with | Elections--General | Elections--Voting Systems | Energy--Conservation | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fire Fighters & Police--General | PEACE OFFICERS | Property Interests--Eminent Domain | RECREATIONAL & CULTURAL FACILITIES | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection
SB 957 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the procedure for action by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on applications for certain environmental permits.
Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report printed and distributed
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1024 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to a study evaluating and making recommendations for wastewater management in the contributing zone of the Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 1156 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Longoria, Oscar
Relating to land reclamation projects using tires.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | TIRES
SB 1162 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to requirements for the purchase or acquisition of a water or sewer system.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | PUBLIC NOTICE | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
SB 1164 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to powers and duties of the Office of Public Utility Counsel to represent residential and small commercial consumers in certain water or sewer utility service matters before the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Consumer Protection | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC INTEREST COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
SB 1170 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to water shortage reporting by water utilities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Utilities--Water & Sewer | Water--General
SB 1176 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the regulation of medical waste.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Environment--Solid Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--General | Human Services--General
SB 1200 83-0 (2013)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to the Texas Military Preparedness Commission and strategic planning regarding military bases and defense installations.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective on 9/1/13
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Economic & Industrial Development--General | Education--Junior College Districts | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Labor--Workforce Development | Legislature | Military & Veterans | MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS | Political Subdivisions | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSIONS | TEXAS COMMANDER'S COUNCIL | TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | VETERANS' LAND BOARD
SB 1204 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the qualifications of certain electric generation projects for programs designed to encourage the capture and utilization of carbon dioxide for use in enhanced oil recovery.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas
SB 1209 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to reporting and information availability requirements for persons impounding, diverting, or otherwise using state water; providing a penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Rights
SB 1227 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the creation of an on-bill repayment program to encourage improvements to real property related to water efficiency; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LOANS | Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 1271 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the regulation and enforcement of dam safety by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report printed and distributed
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Safety | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 1275 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan motor vehicle purchase or lease incentive program.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Energy--Alternative Fuels | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
SB 1385 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Geren, Charlie
Relating to notification procedures regarding the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | PUBLIC NOTICE
SB 1456 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the regulation of backflow prevention assembly testers by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PLUMBERS & PLUMBING | PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF
SB 1468 83-0 (2013)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the qualifications of certain electric generation projects for programs designed to encourage the capture and utilization of carbon dioxide for use in enhanced oil recovery.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Energy--General | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Taxation--Franchise | Utilities--Electric
SB 1532 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the power of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to authorize certain injection wells that transect or terminate in the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
| BARTON SPRINGS-EDWARDS AQUIFER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | PERMITS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 1579 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the appointment of a watermaster for the Brazos River Basin.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| BRAZOS RIVER | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 1624 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the establishment of regional water banks by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the Texas Water Development Board.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 1711 83-0 (2013)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the extent and management of the John Graves Scenic Riverway.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| BOSQUE COUNTY | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | JOHN GRAVES SCENIC RIVERWAY | SOMERVELL COUNTY
SB 1727 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al.Sponsor: Isaac, Jason | et. al.
Relating to the use of the Texas emissions reduction plan fund.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| CONSTRUCTION & HEAVY EQUIPMENT | Energy--Alternative Fuels | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | Legislature | Oil & Gas | PICKUP & HEAVY TRUCKS | State Finances--Management & Control | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 1745 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to minimum pollution removal requirements for certain stormwater discharges in the Edwards Aquifer.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
SB 1756 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: Villalba, Jason | et. al.
Relating to the expedited processing of certain applications for permits under the Clean Air Act; authorizing a surcharge.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
| Economic & Industrial Development--General | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Health--General | PERMITS
SB 1819 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the location of a sand mine; authorizing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Environment--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mines & Mineral Resources
SB 1894 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the procedure for review by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and related entities of environmental flow standards and environmental flow set-asides for river basin and bay systems and related matters.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
