HB 384 87-0 (2021)
Author: Pacheco, Leo
Relating to the period for which a school district's participation in certain tax increment financing reinvestment zones may be taken into account in determining the total taxable value of property in the school district.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 539 87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Relating to authorizing certain projects to be undertaken by economic development corporations.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
HB 570 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.
Relating to small business recovery funds and insurance tax credits for certain investments in those funds; imposing a monetary penalty; authorizing fees.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 778 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to the extension of the expiration of certain parts of the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 923 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to historically underutilized businesses and to goods and services purchased by governmental entities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1301 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to services provided by colonia self-help centers and a study on colonias in this state.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1502 87-0 (2021)
Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the extension of the expiration of certain parts of the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1556 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act; requiring the imposition of an authorized fee and changing the amounts of certain fees.
House: Ways & Means
Postponed
HB 1577 87-0 (2021)
Author: Davis, Yvonne | et. al.
Relating to a temporary limitation on the appraised value of certain real property in specified areas for ad valorem tax purposes.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1865 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to encouraging economic development through preferences for residents of this state and certain goods or services manufactured in this state and offered for sale by Texas bidders.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1885 87-0 (2021)
Author: Harris, Cody | et. al.
Relating to restrictions on municipal regulation in certain areas.
House: Land & Resource Management
Received from the House
HB 2030 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to the establishment by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board of a grant program for regional postsecondary education collaboratives.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Conf. Comm. Report distributed
HB 2032 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to the establishment by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board of a grant program for regional postsecondary education collaboratives.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
HB 2084 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cason, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of property used for renewable energy electric generation for ad valorem tax benefits under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2132 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ellzey, Jake | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of the National Hot Rod Association Fall Nationals at the Texas Motorplex for funding under the Major Events Reimbursement Program.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2404 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meyer, Morgan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation and maintenance of a database of information regarding certain local economic development agreements; providing a civil penalty.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2492 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales, Eddie
Relating to a grant program for public improvement projects for unincorporated communities in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 2720 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the authority of a Type A economic development corporation to provide grants and loans to small businesses during a declared state of disaster.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
HB 2854 87-0 (2021)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to the creation of a Texas film and entertainment industry incentive program.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism
HB 2888 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lopez, Ray
Relating to the establishment of the economic inclusion and diversification task force.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
HB 2893 87-0 (2021)
Author: Herrero, AbelSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the establishment by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs of colonia self-help centers in certain counties and to the representation of those counties on the Colonia Resident Advisory Committee.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2971 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cason, Jeff
Relating to the repeal of the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3040 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W. | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and application of the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3229 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the conveyance of property by a municipality for the public purpose of economic development.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 3230 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and application of the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3267 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kuempel, John | et. al.
Relating to a restriction on the use of money in the tax increment fund for a tax increment financing reinvestment zone created by certain home-rule municipalities.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 3339 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meyer, Morgan | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of certain events for funding under the Major Events Reimbursement Program.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3576 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas to study geothermal energy and associated resources.
House: Energy Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3694 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al.
Relating to a limitation on the appraised value of certain rapidly appreciating residence homesteads in specified areas for ad valorem tax purposes.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3938 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bell, Keith | et. al.Sponsor: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the industry-based certification advisory council and the transfer of certain duties to that advisory council.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 4054 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the community development grocery store grant program and to the use of money from the Texas Enterprise Fund for the program.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
HB 4119 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to operation of the Texas small and rural community success fund program administered by the Texas Economic Development Bank as successor to the Texas leverage fund program.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 4242 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meyer, MorganSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the extension of the expiration of certain parts of the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Placed on intent calendar
HB 4351 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the purposes for which property must be used to be eligible for ad valorem tax benefits under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 4423 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cyrier, John
Relating to the projects that may be undertaken by a public improvement district.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 4448 87-0 (2021)
Author: Israel, Celia
Relating to the projects that may be undertaken by a public improvement district.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4460 87-0 (2021)
Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al.
Relating to certain requirements regarding the creation of qualifying jobs for the purpose of eligibility for a limitation on appraised value of property for ad valorem tax purposes under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 4532 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.
Relating to the development and operation of a transportation project by a regional mobility authority.
House: Transportation
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HJR 81 87-0 (2021)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to permit certain political subdivisions to adopt a temporary limitation on the appraised value for taxation of certain real property located in specified areas.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HR 2008 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, Chris
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2030.
3 hr. notice-for consideration
SB 144 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the extension of the expiration of certain parts of the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 244 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.Sponsor: Campos, Liz
Relating to the application of the open meetings law to the board of directors of certain tax reinvestment zones.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 356 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the facilities that may be financed by a public facilities corporation.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 357 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the financing of certain grocery stores by a public facilities corporation.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 386 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to development corporation projects to support businesses and retain jobs during a declared state of disaster.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 683 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to defense economic readjustment zones.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 777 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the establishment by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs of colonia self-help centers in certain counties and to the representation of those counties on the Colonia Resident Advisory Committee.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
SB 848 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the conveyance of property by a municipality for the public purpose of economic development.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1104 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the verification of information provided to the comptroller and contained in reports on compliance with agreements under the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1198 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the establishment of the industry-based certification advisory council and the transfer of certain duties to that advisory council.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1207 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the requirements for eligibility for a limitation on the appraised value of property for school district maintenance and operations ad valorem tax purposes under the Texas Economic Development Act and the imposition of a penalty for failure to meet certain eligibility requirements.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1211 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the determination of the total taxable value of property in a school district that has entered into an agreement under the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1255 87-0 (2021)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 1256 87-0 (2021)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the eligibility of certain property for an ad valorem tax abatement under the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act if certain renewable energy devices are installed or constructed on the property.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 1257 87-0 (2021)
Author: Birdwell, BrianSponsor: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the information required to be provided by the chief appraiser of an appraisal district to the comptroller in connection with the comptroller's central registry of reinvestment zones designated and ad valorem tax abatement agreements executed under the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1265 87-0 (2021)
Author: Birdwell, BrianSponsor: Ellzey, Jake
Relating to the eligibility of the National Hot Rod Association Fall Nationals at the Texas Motorplex for funding under the Major Events Reimbursement Program.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1400 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to encouraging economic development through preferences for residents of this state and certain goods or services manufactured in this state and offered for sale by Texas bidders.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1422 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the number of days that certain tangible personal property that is exempt from ad valorem taxation due to its location in this state for a temporary period may be located in this state for the purpose of qualifying for the tax exemption.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1433 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to tax increment financing.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1465 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to operation of the Texas small and rural community success fund program administered by the Texas Economic Development Bank as successor to the Texas leverage fund program and to creation of the micro-business disaster recovery loan guarantee program.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
SB 1525 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.Sponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to the administration of the governor's university research initiative.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
SB 1710 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to small business recovery funds and insurance tax credits for certain investments in those funds; imposing a monetary penalty; authorizing fees.
Senate: Finance
Co-author authorized
SB 1906 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the purposes for which property must be used to be eligible for ad valorem tax benefits under the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1922 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to restrictions on municipal regulation in certain areas.
Senate: State Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1993 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to imposing a tax on the value of tax preferences received by wind and solar electric generators.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2131 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to a grant program for public improvement projects for unincorporated communities in certain counties.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SJR 60 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Proposing a constitutional amendment regarding certain actions involving the conduct of elections and the powers of the legislature to file certain actions against the governor and other state officials.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 26 87-1 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the extension of the expiration of certain parts of the Texas Economic Development Act.
Filed
HB 113 87-2 (2021)
Author: Shine, Hugh | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by an economic development corporation and used for a public purpose.
Filed
HB 116 87-3 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the extension of the expiration of certain parts of the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 31 86-0 (2019)
Author: Longoria, Oscar | et. al.
Relating to operation of the Texas leverage fund program administered by the Texas Economic Development Bank.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 216 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to historically underutilized businesses and to goods and services purchased by governmental entities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 303 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paul, DennisSponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to entities eligible to authorize the creation of spaceport development corporations and to the powers of those corporations.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 390 86-0 (2019)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to defense economic readjustment zones.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Received from the House
HB 486 86-0 (2019)
Author: Stephenson, Phil
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to pledge certain tax revenue for the payment of obligations related to hotel projects.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 845 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the eligibility of property used for a water desalination project for ad valorem tax benefits under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1000 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.
Relating to rural and opportunity funds and insurance tax credits for certain investments in those funds; imposing a monetary penalty; authorizing fees.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 1058 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the election of members of the boards of directors of certain tax increment reinvestment zones.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1129 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to prohibiting the use of money in the Texas economic development fund or the Texas Enterprise Fund to finance a facility or establishment at which gambling is to be conducted.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 1194 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district of certain property used to build low-income housing.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1221 86-0 (2019)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to authorizing certain projects to be undertaken by economic development corporations.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 1402 86-0 (2019)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the purposes of and income eligibility limits for participation in programs offered by the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
HB 1977 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cole, Sheryl
Relating to a requirement that a fiscal impact statement be provided before a taxing unit may enter into a tax abatement agreement.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2111 86-0 (2019)
Author: Pacheco, Leo | et. al.Sponsor: Flores, Peter
Relating to the period for which a school district's participation in certain tax increment financing reinvestment zones may be taken into account in determining the total taxable value of property in the school district.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Property Tax
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2129 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the extension of the expiration of certain parts of the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
HB 2359 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to the authority of a taxing unit to authorize tax incentives for the development of property for gambling purposes.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 2397 86-0 (2019)
Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
Relating to a franchise tax credit for certain businesses that make investments in qualified opportunity zones.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2402 86-0 (2019)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.Sponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the eligibility of certain events to receive funding through the Major Events Reimbursement Program.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 2438 86-0 (2019)
Author: Phelan, Dade | et. al.
Relating to the extension of the expiration date of certain statutes authorizing ad valorem tax incentives for economic development.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2784 86-0 (2019)
Author: Phelan, Dade | et. al.Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Programs Grant Program.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2799 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to economic development.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2958 86-0 (2019)
Author: VanDeaver, Gary
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain property owned by the TexAmericas Center.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3126 86-0 (2019)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to county community and economic development programs.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3143 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 3160 86-0 (2019)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
Relating to an election in certain municipalities to convert all or a portion of a sales and use tax originally adopted for the purpose of sports and community venues to a sales and use tax for economic development purposes.
House: Ways & Means
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3168 86-0 (2019)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to the applicability of the prohibition on certain ad valorem tax incentives relating to wind-powered energy devices located near a military aviation facility.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3380 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the inclusion of certain public safety facilities in a tax increment financing reinvestment zone and the making of improvements to public safety infrastructure in a zone.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 4029 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the authority of certain holders of a wine and beer retailer's permit to manufacture and sell wine and engage in certain related activities.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 4180 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to the applicability of the prohibition on certain ad valorem tax incentives relating to wind-powered energy devices located near a military aviation facility.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 4225 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to a franchise tax credit for investment in certain communities; authorizing a fee.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 4373 86-0 (2019)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the limitation on the amount of supplemental payments that a person may agree to provide to a school district or any other entity on behalf of a school district under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 4470 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to community development by municipal management districts in certain counties.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 4485 86-0 (2019)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to a study of economic development incentives provided to businesses and members of the public by certain political subdivisions.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
HJR 11 86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the issuance of additional general obligation bonds by the Texas Water Development Board to provide financial assistance for the development of certain projects in economically distressed areas.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
SB 132 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Longoria, Oscar | et. al.
Relating to operation of the Texas leverage fund program administered by the Texas Economic Development Bank.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
House appoints conferees-reported
SB 350 86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the expiration of the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 565 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the authority of the governing body of a school district to waive the new jobs creation requirement for the purpose of eligibility for a limitation on the appraised value of property for school district maintenance and operations ad valorem tax purposes under the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 579 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: VanDeaver, Gary
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain property owned by the TexAmericas Center.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Property Tax
Effective on 1/1/20
SB 647 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the purposes of and income eligibility limits for participation in programs offered by the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 728 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the verification of information provided to the comptroller and contained in reports on compliance with agreements under the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 826 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to rural and opportunity funds and insurance tax credits for certain investments in those funds; imposing a monetary penalty; authorizing fees.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1005 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the number of days that certain tangible personal property that is exempt from ad valorem taxation due to its location in this state for a temporary period may be located in this state for the purpose of qualifying for the tax exemption.
Senate: Property Tax
Left pending in committee
SB 1039 86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to entities eligible to authorize the creation of a spaceport development corporation.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1158 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the extension of the expiration date of the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1161 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the determination of the total taxable value of property in a school district under the property value study conducted by the comptroller of public accounts.
Senate: Property Tax
Left pending in committee
SB 1328 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the application of the open meetings law to the board of directors of certain tax reinvestment zones.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1431 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the eligibility of certain events to receive funding through the Major Events Reimbursement Program.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1490 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the authority of certain holders of a wine and beer retailer's permit to manufacture and sell wine and engage in certain related activities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1610 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to decommissioning requirements for certain solar facilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1617 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the eligibility of certain property for certain ad valorem tax incentives if certain renewable energy devices are installed or constructed on the property.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1747 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the creation of the African American Family Commission.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1798 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to an election in certain municipalities to convert all or a portion of a sales and use tax originally adopted for the purpose of sports and community venues to a sales and use tax for economic development purposes.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1838 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1890 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to authorizing certain projects to be undertaken by economic development corporations.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1930 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the eligibility of property used for a water desalination project for ad valorem tax benefits under the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 2182 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to the eligibility of certain events for funding under the Major Events Reimbursement Program.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
House appoints conferees-reported
SB 2337 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the treatment of captured appraised value and tax increment in the calculation of ad valorem tax rates for a taxing unit.
Senate: Property Tax
Left pending in committee
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
SJR 43 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to extend the number of days that certain tangible personal property that is exempt from ad valorem taxation due to its location in this state for a temporary period may be located in this state for the purpose of qualifying for the tax exemption.
Senate: Property Tax
Left pending in committee
SJR 79 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: González, Mary | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the issuance of additional general obligation bonds by the Texas Water Development Board to provide financial assistance for the development of certain projects in economically distressed areas.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Filed with the Secretary of State
HB 386 85-0 (2017)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the requirements regarding creation of qualifying jobs for the purpose of eligibility for a limitation on appraised value of property for ad valorem tax purposes under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 559 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.
Relating to the report prepared by the comptroller on compliance with agreements under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
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
HB 622 85-0 (2017)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the applicability of project design and construction requirements to development corporations created by governmental entities subject to those requirements.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 671 85-0 (2017)
Author: Johnson, Eric | et. al.
Relating to the operation of the capital access program and to transfers to and from the capital access fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 967 85-0 (2017)
Author: VanDeaver, GarySponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the powers of the TexAmericas Center.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 1251 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
Relating to Internet broadcasts of open meetings held by the board of directors of certain development corporations.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Considered in Calendars
HB 1252 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to the authority of a taxing unit to authorize tax incentives for the development of property for gambling purposes.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1281 85-0 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to historically underutilized businesses and to goods and services purchased by governmental entities; providing penalties.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1352 85-0 (2017)
Author: Pickett, Joseph | et. al.
Relating to the conveyance of property by a municipality for the public purpose of economic development.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
HB 1429 85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain holders of a wine and beer retailer's permit to manufacture and sell wine and engage in certain related activities.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 1548 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district of certain property used to build low-income or moderate-income housing.
House: Ways & Means
Meeting cancelled
HB 1618 85-0 (2017)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the limitation on the amount of supplemental payments that a person may agree to provide to a school district or any other entity on behalf of a school district under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1626 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the authority of a taxing unit other than a school district to enter into a tax abatement agreement with an owner of real property in a tax increment financing reinvestment zone.
House: Ways & Means
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1636 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to authorizing certain general infrastructure projects to be undertaken by economic development corporations.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 1647 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.
Relating to the definition of eligible central municipality for purposes of the municipal hotel occupancy tax.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1674 85-0 (2017)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1694 85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to pledge certain tax revenue for the payment of obligations related to hotel projects.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1850 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to creation of a task force to study the effects of population growth on counties in this state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2219 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the eligibility of property used for a water desalination project for ad valorem tax benefits under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2238 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to franchise tax and insurance premium tax credits for investment in certain communities; imposing a monetary penalty; authorizing fees.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2362 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to creating a fund to provide grants to certain local entities in areas of the state affected by decreased oil and gas production for economic development and diversification projects.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 2382 85-0 (2017)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to information required to be disclosed by certain investors of publicly traded companies whose headquarters are located in this state; creating an offense.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
HB 2453 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to an insurance premium tax credit for investment in certain communities; imposing a monetary penalty; authorizing fees.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2512 85-0 (2017)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to a study regarding the feasibility of creating a mechanism by which a governmental entity could acquire small parcels of real property in an area and convey them to a developer in order to ensure the property is developed in compliance with model subdivision rules.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 2538 85-0 (2017)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the use of certain tax revenue by certain municipalities and the authority of those municipalities to pledge that revenue for the payment of obligations related to hotel and convention center projects.
House: Ways & Means
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2564 85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie
Relating to a periodic review by the Economic Incentive Oversight Board of projects undertaken by certain economic development corporations and the ad valorem tax incentive program established by the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 2621 85-0 (2017)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to state and local tax incentives for certain enhanced oil recovery projects.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2641 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to Internet broadcasts of meetings held by the board of directors of a community development corporation.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Referred to Government Transparency & Operation
HB 2644 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to prohibiting the use of money in the Texas economic development fund or the Texas Enterprise Fund to finance a facility or establishment at which gambling is to be conducted.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 2651 85-0 (2017)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to the authority of a development corporation to create a subsidiary corporation.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 2953 85-0 (2017)
Author: Geren, CharlieSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the definition of a public entertainment facility and the promotion, sponsorship, or advertising of an entertainment event or venue or alcoholic beverage at certain governmentally owned public entertainment facilities.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Administration
Left pending in committee
HB 2998 85-0 (2017)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to defense economic readjustment zones.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3086 85-0 (2017)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3160 85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to use of money from the Texas Enterprise Fund for certain projects involving the commercialization of property derived from research at or through institutions of higher education.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 3172 85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of an electronic information and application system for state incentives for economic development purposes.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
HB 3176 85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 3245 85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie
Relating to the definition of distinguished researcher for purposes of the governor's university research initiative.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
HB 3260 85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to use of the governor's university research initiative fund to support the commercialization of property derived from research at or through public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
HB 3294 85-0 (2017)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the eligibility of events, including certain NASCAR events, to receive funding through the Major Events Reimbursement Program.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3346 85-0 (2017)
Author: Longoria, Oscar
Relating to the music, film, television, and multimedia production industry.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 3360 85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the Economic Incentive Oversight Board.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 3361 85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie
Relating to a periodic review by the Economic Incentive Oversight Board of projects undertaken by certain economic development corporations.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 3364 85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to the use of money from the Texas Enterprise Fund to reimburse grant recipients for certain expenses.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 3630 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to an insurance premium tax credit for investment in certain communities.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3641 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the promotion of the cruise industry in this state by the Texas Economic Development and Tourism Office.
Filed
HB 3650 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the promotion and development of the cruise industry in this state.
House: Texas Ports, Innovation & Infrastructure, Select
Left pending in committee
HB 3698 85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the ineligibility of certain governmental entities that prohibit or discourage the enforcement of immigration laws to participate in and receive funds from the major events reimbursement program.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3772 85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to operation of the Texas leverage fund program administered by the Texas Economic Development Bank.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3927 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to requiring an economic development corporation to file with the comptroller a report regarding bonds issued by the corporation.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 4038 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bohac, DwayneSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the definition of "qualifying job" for purposes of certification by the comptroller of public accounts as a qualifying data center.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
HB 4046 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the election of members of the boards of directors of certain tax increment reinvestment zones.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HJR 18 85-0 (2017)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the governing bodies of certain political subdivisions to exempt from ad valorem taxation the real and tangible personal property of businesses during an initial period of operation in this state.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HJR 36 85-0 (2017)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the issuance of additional general obligation bonds by the Texas Water Development Board to provide assistance to economically distressed areas.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 100 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to abolishing the Texas Enterprise Fund and the disposition of the balance of that fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 105 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to abolishing the Pan American Games trust fund, Olympic Games trust fund, Major Events reimbursement program fund, Motor Sports Racing trust fund, and Events trust fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 244 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to the abolishment of the moving image industry incentive program.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 388 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to the repeal of the authorization for a governing body to conduct economic development negotiations in a closed meeting under the open meetings law.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 389 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to abolishing the Major Events reimbursement program.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 390 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to abolishing the Motor Sports Racing trust fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 391 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to abolishing the Events trust fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 392 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to abolishing the Major Events Trust fund, the Events trust fund, and the Motor Sports Racing trust fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 393 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to abolishing the Texas Enterprise Fund and the disposition of the balance of that fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 400 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the verification of information provided to the comptroller and contained in reports on compliance with agreements under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 438 85-0 (2017)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the conveyance of property by a municipality for the public purpose of economic development.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 590 85-0 (2017)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the authority of certain holders of a wine and beer retailer's permit to manufacture and sell wine and engage in certain related activities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 600 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to the repeal of the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 634 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Button, Angie
Relating to reporting requirements for certain skills development fund workforce training program providers.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 650 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to tax increment financing.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 794 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to the biennial report to the legislature on grants made to entities under the Texas Enterprise Fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Co-author authorized
SB 795 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to use of the money from the Texas Enterprise Fund to benefit certain historically underutilized businesses.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 913 85-0 (2017)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the limitation on the amount of supplemental payments that a person may agree to provide to a school district or any other entity on behalf of a school district under the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1026 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the method for determining whether a property owner has created the number of new qualifying jobs required for eligibility for a limitation on the appraised value of property for school district maintenance and operations ad valorem tax purposes under the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1027 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the authority of the governing body of a school district to waive the new jobs creation requirement for the purpose of eligibility for a limitation on the appraised value of property for school district maintenance and operations ad valorem tax purposes under the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1028 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to a periodic review of local government programs that award economic development incentives to business entities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1295 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to an insurance premium tax credit for investment in certain communities; imposing a monetary penalty; authorizing fees.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1331 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the powers of the TexAmericas Center.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1465 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to the authority of certain ex officio members of the board of directors of a tax increment financing reinvestment zone to elect not to serve on the board.
House: General Investigating & Ethics Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1519 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the definition of a public entertainment facility and the promotion, sponsorship, or advertising of an entertainment event or venue or alcoholic beverage at certain governmentally owned public entertainment facilities.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 1545 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the definition of eligible central municipality for purposes of the municipal hotel occupancy tax.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1596 85-0 (2017)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to a study regarding the feasibility of creating a mechanism by which a governmental entity could acquire small parcels of real property in an area and convey them to a developer in order to ensure the property is developed in compliance with model subdivision rules.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1748 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Canales, Terry
Relating to use of tax revenue by certain development corporations for job-related skills training.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
SB 1855 85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the authority of a defense base development authority to participate in a company or partnership organized to finance redevelopment projects.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
SB 2000 85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the Major Events Reimbursement Program.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 2043 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the number of days that certain tangible personal property that is exempt from ad valorem taxation due to its location in this state for a temporary period may be located in this state for the purpose of qualifying for the tax exemption.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 2140 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
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: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 2206 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to information required to be disclosed by certain investors of publicly traded companies whose headquarters are located in this state.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2216 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to state fiscal matters regarding business and economic development.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SJR 61 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the issuance of additional general obligation bonds by the Texas Water Development Board to provide financial assistance for the development of certain projects in economically distressed areas.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
HB 134 85-1 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to historically underutilized businesses and to goods and services purchased by governmental entities; providing penalties.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 116 85-1 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the repeal of the Texas Economic Development Act.
Filed
HB 26 84-0 (2015)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Relating to state economic development measures, including administration of the Texas Enterprise Fund, creation of the Economic Incentive Oversight Board and the governor's university research initiative, abolishment of the Texas emerging technology fund, and renaming the Major Events trust fund to the Major Events Reimbursement Program.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 27 84-0 (2015)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to state economic development measures, including administration of the Texas Enterprise Fund, the abolishment of the Texas emerging technology fund, and the disposition of balances from the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Postponed
HB 28 84-0 (2015)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to an audit by the state auditor of certain programs and funds providing economic development incentives to entities and other persons.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Postponed
HB 29 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the funding of certain activities related to the commercialization of emerging technologies.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 292 84-0 (2015)
Author: Stephenson, Phil | et. al.
Relating to authorizing development corporations to finance projects to support primary job training facilities and programs at certain educational institutions.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 346 84-0 (2015)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to use of the money from the Texas Enterprise Fund and the Texas emerging technology fund to benefit certain historically underutilized businesses.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 523 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to abolishing the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 752 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the eligibility of property used for affordable housing for ad valorem tax benefits under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 900 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason | et. al.
Relating to a clarification of the law governing eligibility of certain events for funding under the Major Events trust fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 902 84-0 (2015)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to a clarification of the law governing eligibility of National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing events for funding under the Major Events trust fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 1037 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simpson, David
Relating to abolishing the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 1112 84-0 (2015)
Author: Gutierrez, RolandSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to projects that a defense adjustment management authority may conduct.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Placed on intent calendar
HB 1126 84-0 (2015)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the qualifications for incentives for the film, television, and multimedia production industries.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 1156 84-0 (2015)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of an electronic information and application system for state and local incentives for economic development purposes.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 1228 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to municipal public securities to provide for or loan or grant public money for the provision of water conservation infrastructure; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 1249 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to authorizing certain general infrastructure projects to be undertaken by economic development corporations.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 1250 84-0 (2015)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the requirements regarding creation of qualifying jobs for the purpose of eligibility for a limitation on appraised value of property for ad valorem tax purposes under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1292 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to renaming the Major Events trust fund to the Major Events Reimbursement Program.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1318 84-0 (2015)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of presidential general election debates for distributions from a Major Events trust fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
HB 1440 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of Elite Rodeo Association World Championships for funding from the Major Events trust fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1484 84-0 (2015)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to regional coordinators within the veteran entrepreneur program.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1585 84-0 (2015)
Author: Paul, DennisSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the use of hotel occupancy tax revenue in certain municipalities.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1701 84-0 (2015)
Author: Villalba, Jason
Relating to the approval period for a proposal for an award of a grant from the Texas Enterprise Fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
HB 1714 84-0 (2015)
Author: Oliveira, René
Relating to a report by the comptroller regarding the misclassification of employees.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1754 84-0 (2015)
Author: Pickett, JosephSponsor: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the conveyance of property by a municipality for the public purpose of economic development.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on intent calendar
HB 1928 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to franchise tax and insurance premium tax credits for investment in certain communities; imposing a monetary penalty; authorizing fees.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1984 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to the aerospace and aviation office of the Texas Economic Development and Tourism Office and to the aerospace and aviation advisory committee.
House: Business & Industry
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1987 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the authority of the governing body of a school district to waive or reduce the new jobs creation requirement under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1991 84-0 (2015)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to qualifying projects for public-private partnerships.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1995 84-0 (2015)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to the authority to modify an ad valorem tax abatement agreement to extend the abatement period if a disaster prevents the property owner from complying with the agreement.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 2072 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain holders of a wine and beer retailer's permit to manufacture and sell wine and engage in certain related activities.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 2074 84-0 (2015)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
Relating to the eligibility of a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association finals event to receive funding through a major events trust fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2192 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to a project authorized to be undertaken by certain Type B economic development corporations in connection with certain multifamily housing.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 2228 84-0 (2015)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to a refund of certain sales taxes collected by certain hotels and restaurants that complete renovation projects; authorizing a fee.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2305 84-0 (2015)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the eligibility for an exemption from ad valorem taxation for property used by certain nonprofit community business organizations.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2475 84-0 (2015)
Author: Geren, CharlieSponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the establishment of the center for alternative finance and procurement within the Texas Facilities Commission and to public and private partnerships; authorizing a fee.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2488 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the limitation on the amount of supplemental payments under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2518 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to discussion or deliberation regarding certain economic development negotiations by governmental bodies.
House: County Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 2528 84-0 (2015)
Author: Harless, Patricia | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the authority of a water district to accept donations to fund certain economic development programs.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 2627 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to creation of a task force to study the effects of population growth on counties in this state.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2678 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the establishment of an online information and application system for state and local incentives for economic development purposes.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 2709 84-0 (2015)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of property used for a large data center project for ad valorem tax benefits under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Considered in Calendars
HB 2729 84-0 (2015)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the moving image industry incentive program.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 2742 84-0 (2015)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to the maintenance and operations tax revenue of a school district located in a reinvestment zone.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 2772 84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, ArmandoSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the authority of certain economic development corporations to undertake and operate transportation-related projects.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 2786 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to incentives for the production of video games.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
No action taken in committee
HB 2826 84-0 (2015)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the eligibility of certain property located in multiple school districts for a limitation on appraised value for school district maintenance and operations ad valorem tax purposes under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2834 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Susan Lewis
Relating to restrictions in connection with public subsidies and contracts awarded to businesses that employ undocumented workers.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3030 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to participation in certain programs by, and insurer premium tax credits for investments in, certified capital companies.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
HB 3040 84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the authority of certain economic development corporations to undertake and operate transportation-related projects.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 3383 84-0 (2015)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the EB-5 immigrant investor visa program administered by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
HB 3420 84-0 (2015)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation for property used by certain nonprofit community business organizations to provide services to aid in the economic development of local communities.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3525 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to creating the Texas Quality Research Leadership Authority to help Texas small businesses rapidly scale in potentially leading edge technologies and abolishing the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 3544 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the Texas Enterprise Fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 3548 84-0 (2015)
Author: VanDeaver, Gary
Relating to the authority of the TexAmericas Center to incorporate a nonprofit corporation for certain purposes and to the tax treatment of such a nonprofit corporation.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3560 84-0 (2015)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to transferring a certain percentage of the Texas Enterprise Fund to the capital access fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 3613 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason | et. al.
Relating to a Pan American Games trust fund, an Olympic Games trust fund, a Major Events trust fund, a Motor Sports Racing trust fund, and an Events trust fund for sporting and non-sporting events, and to the abolishment of the special event trust fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3617 84-0 (2015)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to the establishment of a business investment fund in this state.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3637 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to the verification of information provided to the comptroller and contained in reports on compliance with agreements under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3692 84-0 (2015)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to the financing of convention center hotels in certain municipalities.
House: Ways & Means
Postponed
HB 3732 84-0 (2015)
Author: Cook, Byron
Relating to the eligibility of property used for a large-scale electric energy storage facility for ad valorem tax benefits under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3808 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to financial assistance to local governmental entities affected by the realignment of defense jobs or facilities.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3827 84-0 (2015)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to tax increment financing.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3838 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the procedures required for a Type A economic development corporation to make certain expenditures.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 4052 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to posting certain economic development agreements on the Internet.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 4088 84-0 (2015)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the Texas enterprise fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
No action taken in committee
HCR 148 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 928.
Filed
HJR 88 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the governing bodies of certain political subdivisions to exempt from ad valorem taxation the real and tangible personal property of businesses during an initial period of operation in this state.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HJR 138 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Susan Lewis | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the use of bonds and notes in the military value revolving loan account.
House: Appropriations - S/C on Budget Transparency & Reform
Left pending in subcommittee
HR 3507 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 928.
Reported enrolled
SB 48 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the events eligible for funding from the Major Events trust fund.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 100 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the enterprise zone program.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 293 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to a clarification of the law governing eligibility of certain events for funding under the Major Events trust fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
SB 434 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to the repeal of the authorization for a governing body to conduct economic development negotiations in a closed meeting under the open meetings law.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 458 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to the aerospace and aviation office of the Texas Economic Development and Tourism Office and to the aerospace and aviation advisory committee.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 484 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to restrictions in connection with public subsidies and contracts awarded to businesses that employ undocumented workers.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 497 84-0 (2015)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the use of money in a tax increment fund to pay costs related to public improvements used for social services programs and permanent supportive housing that promotes the development or redevelopment of a reinvestment zone.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 503 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to financial assistance to local governmental entities affected by the realignment of defense jobs or facilities.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
SB 541 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the eligibility of presidential general election debates for distributions from a Major Events trust fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 558 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to public availability of certain information related to economic development negotiations.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 583 84-0 (2015)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the conveyance of property by a municipality for the public purpose of economic development.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 598 84-0 (2015)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to improvements on private property for public private partnerships.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 601 84-0 (2015)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of Elite Rodeo Association World Championships for funding from the Major Events trust fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 632 84-0 (2015)
Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al.Sponsor: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the governor's university research initiative and to the abolishment of the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 633 84-0 (2015)
Author: Fraser, TroySponsor: Isaac, Jason | et. al.
Relating to certain event trust funds and the abolishment of the special event trust fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 635 84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the eligibility of property used in connection with renewable energy electric generation through the use of wind power for a limitation on appraised value of property for ad valorem tax purposes under the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 660 84-0 (2015)
Author: RodrÃguez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Blanco, César
Relating to regional coordinators within the veteran entrepreneur program.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
SB 829 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the verification of information provided to the comptroller and contained in reports on compliance with agreements under the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 1016 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to participation in certain programs by, and insurer premium tax credits for investments in, certified capital companies.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1047 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to abolishing the Texas Enterprise Fund and the disposition of the balance of that fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1103 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the eligibility of property used for large data center projects for ad valorem tax benefits under the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 1124 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to creation of the university research initiative fund, the abolishment of the Texas emerging technology fund, and the disposition of balances from the Texas emerging technology fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1156 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to abolishing the Pan American Games trust fund, Olympic Games trust fund, Major Events trust fund, Motor Sports Racing trust fund, and Events trust fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1219 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to a combined online application for persons applying for certain state and local economic development incentives.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1220 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to tax increment financing.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Scheduled for public hearing on . . .
SB 1254 84-0 (2015)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to transparency in economic development negotiations involving a governmental body and a business prospect.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1358 84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: King, Susan Lewis
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 9/1/15
SB 1403 84-0 (2015)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the financing of convention center hotels in certain municipalities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1563 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: VanDeaver, Gary
Relating to the authority of the TexAmericas Center to incorporate a nonprofit corporation for certain purposes and to the tax treatment of such a nonprofit corporation.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1789 84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the authority of certain holders of a wine and beer retailer's permit to manufacture and sell wine and engage in certain related activities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1797 84-0 (2015)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the limitation on the amount of supplemental payments under the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SR 1068 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 928.
Reported enrolled
HB 374 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the authority of certain development corporations to undertake projects with respect to community libraries.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
HB 468 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, John | et. al.
Relating to reporting requirements and other information in connection with an award under the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 545 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, John | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a municipality to authorize the creation of a spaceport development corporation.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 546 83-0 (2013)
Author: Strama, MarkSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the creation of renewable energy reinvestment zones and the abatement of ad valorem taxes on property of a renewable energy company located in such a zone.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 621 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the expiration of certain parts of the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 655 83-0 (2013)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to exempting defense base development authorities from certain contracting requirements.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 656 83-0 (2013)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to the application of the public and private facilities and infrastructure law to a defense base development authority.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 954 83-0 (2013)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to eligibility requirements for businesses for the receipt of certain public subsidies.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 959 83-0 (2013)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to historically underutilized businesses and the preference given for goods and services purchased by state agencies; providing penalties.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Referred to Government Efficiency & Reform
HB 1019 83-0 (2013)
Author: Patrick, Diane | et. al.
Relating to conforming the eligibility under a major events trust fund of a National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Football Bowl Subdivision postseason event with the changes to the Bowl Championship Series system.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1133 83-0 (2013)
Author: Otto, John | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to a sales and use tax refund for tangible personal property used to provide cable television service, Internet access service, or telecommunications services and to the exclusion of that property in certain economic development agreements.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1297 83-0 (2013)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig | et. al.
Relating to the review of certain skills development fund workforce training programs.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 1335 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting a municipality from mandating the compensation paid to workers under a project financed by an economic development corporation receiving municipal money.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 1348 83-0 (2013)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the taxation of certain tangible personal property located inside a defense base development authority.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/14
HB 1466 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the sales and use tax consequences of economic development agreements in certain municipalities.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1623 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gonzalez, Naomi
Relating to a sales and use tax exemption for certain property and services used in research and development activities by a qualifying biotechnology start-up.
House: Economic & Small Business Development - S/C Manufacturing
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 1668 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carter, Stefani
Relating to a franchise tax credit for certain taxable entities that recruit new taxable entities to this state or that relocate to this state.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 1791 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, John | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the facilitation and operation of space flight activities in this state.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1812 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the events eligible to receive funding through a major events trust fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 1935 83-0 (2013)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to authorizing certain general infrastructure projects to be undertaken by economic development corporations.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1966 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deshotel, JoeSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to a project that may be undertaken by certain development corporations in connection with infrastructure improvements necessary for municipal area development and revitalization.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 1967 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deshotel, JoeSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to use of sales and use tax proceeds by certain economic development corporations for certain job-related skills training.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 2061 83-0 (2013)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to a tax credit for investment in certain communities; imposing a monetary penalty; authorizing a fee.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 2096 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to the review and oversight of public and private partnership agreements and projects.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 2181 83-0 (2013)
Author: Stephenson, Phil | et. al.
Relating to authorizing development corporations to finance projects to support primary job training facilities and programs at certain educational institutions.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2355 83-0 (2013)
Author: White, James
Relating to a study comparing the business environments of Texas and Louisiana.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 2387 83-0 (2013)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the ad valorem taxation of certain tangible personal property located inside a defense base development authority.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Finance
Referred to s/c on Fiscal Matters by Chair
HB 2388 83-0 (2013)
Author: Menéndez, JoséSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to the application of certain contracting laws to a defense base development authority.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
HB 2389 83-0 (2013)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to exempting certain qualifying projects from the public and private facilities and infrastructure contracting requirements.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 2467 83-0 (2013)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act; authorizing a fee.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2482 83-0 (2013)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.Sponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to a study to determine the reasons major manufacturers have chosen to invest in other states after considering development in this state.
House: Economic & Small Business Development - S/C Manufacturing Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 2521 83-0 (2013)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to a project authorized to be undertaken by a Type B economic development corporation in connection with housing.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2523 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the validation of the dissolution of the Development Corporation of Presidio and creation of the Presidio Municipal Development District.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2531 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to the use of money in the spaceport trust fund for programs related to the aerospace industry.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2636 83-0 (2013)
Author: Frullo, John | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the transfer of money from the tax increment fund established for a tax increment financing reinvestment zone to the fund established for an adjacent zone.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2641 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the criteria for designation of an area as a reinvestment zone for purposes of tax increment financing.
House: Ways & Means
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2642 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to information on the moving image industry incentive program.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Left pending in committee
HB 2686 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the creation of a regional food economy and food access task force.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 2692 83-0 (2013)
Author: Crownover, Myra
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to establish an economic development program to promote the construction of small-scale electric generating facilities.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2712 83-0 (2013)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of energy storage systems used for the control of air pollution in a nonattainment area.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/14
HB 2718 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the cultural and fine arts district program administered by the Texas Commission on the Arts.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2722 83-0 (2013)
Author: Price, Walter "Four"
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2752 83-0 (2013)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.
Relating to the development and operation of advanced brackish desalination projects.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2760 83-0 (2013)
Author: Branch, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to partnerships between the Texas State Technical College System and public junior colleges.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
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
HB 2866 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carter, Stefani
Relating to the establishment and operation of the technology business incubator program.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 3067 83-0 (2013)
Author: Menéndez, JoséSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to the composition of an administrative authority for a defense economic readjustment zone.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
HB 3108 83-0 (2013)
Author: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of oil, natural gas, and other petroleum products held temporarily in this state for certain purposes.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3121 83-0 (2013)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Relating to the qualifications for the exemption from ad valorem taxation for aircraft parts located in this state for a limited time.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
HB 3135 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the appointment and removal of directors of a spaceport development corporation.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 3162 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, John | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the Texas emerging technology fund; redesignating the fund as the Texas Research Technology Fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 3180 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to eligibility of business entities to receive funding under the Texas Enterprise Fund, the Texas small business incubator fund, or the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 3190 83-0 (2013)
Author: Otto, John | et. al.
Relating to economic development incentives for firearm and ammunition manufacturers.
House: Economic & Small Business Development - S/C Manufacturing
No action taken in subcommittee
HB 3216 83-0 (2013)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of energy storage systems used for the control of air pollution in a nonattainment area.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3235 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to designate an area as a reinvestment zone for purposes of tax increment financing.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3390 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act; imposing a penalty.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 1/1/14
HB 3512 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the eligibility of property used for a desalination project for ad valorem tax benefits under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 3578 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, JohnSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the allocation and transfer of money from the capital access fund by the Texas Economic Development Bank.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 3591 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to state funding to support economic development; providing for the imposition of a fee.
House: Ways & Means
No action taken in committee
HB 3640 83-0 (2013)
Author: Pitts, JimSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the creation of an extension center of the Texas State Technical College System.
House: Appropriations - S/C on Budget Transparency and Reform Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
HB 3781 83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to prohibiting the use of money from the Texas Enterprise Fund or the Texas emerging technology fund for compensation to executives.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 3782 83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the major events and events trust fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 3941 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miller, DougSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the creation of the Comal County Water Improvement District No. 3; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HCR 89 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Requesting the creation of a joint interim committee to study recruiting firearms and ammunition manufacturers to Texas.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Signed by the Governor
HJR 132 83-0 (2013)
Author: Morrison, Geanie
Proposing a constitutional amendment to provide oil, natural gas, and other petroleum products held temporarily in this state the same ad valorem tax-exempt status as is currently provided to other tangible personal property.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HJR 133 83-0 (2013)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize a political subdivision of this state to extend the number of days that aircraft parts that are exempt from ad valorem taxation due to their location in this state for a temporary period may be located in this state for purposes of qualifying for the tax exemption.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Filed with the Secretary of State
SB 116 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the consideration of ownership interests of disabled veterans in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs
SB 398 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Patrick, Diane
Relating to conforming the eligibility under a major events trust fund of a National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Football Bowl Subdivision postseason event with the changes to the Bowl Championship Series system.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
SB 507 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, John
Relating to public and private facilities and infrastructure.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 765 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the establishment and duties of an event oversight committee for an event eligible to receive funding through a major events trust fund; limiting payments from the fund to reimbursement for attracting unique events to Texas.
Senate: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 922 83-0 (2013)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to partnerships between the Texas State Technical College System and public junior colleges.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
SB 931 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to tax credits for investments in economically distressed communities.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in subcommittee
SB 997 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, BobSponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the sales and use tax consequences of economic development agreements made by certain municipalities.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
SB 1030 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of energy storage systems used for the control of air pollution in a nonattainment area.
Senate: Finance
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute
SB 1084 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the enterprise zone program.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1144 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the appointment and removal of directors of a spaceport development corporation.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
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
SB 1208 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a regional food economy and food access task force.
Senate: Government Organization
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1284 83-0 (2013)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the development and operation of advanced brackish desalination projects.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 1294 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, WendySponsor: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to the awarding of contracts by the Texas Department of Transportation to private sector providers.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1390 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, John | et. al.
Relating to an audit by the state auditor of the Texas Enterprise Fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1391 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to a requirement that the comptroller perform a study of the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
SB 1392 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to an audit by the state auditor and a study by the comptroller of the events trust funds.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
SB 1467 83-0 (2013)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Otto, John
Relating to economic development incentives for firearms manufacturers, firearms accessory manufacturers, and ammunition manufacturers.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1476 83-0 (2013)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Sheffield, Ralph | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the veteran entrepreneur program by the Texas Veterans Commission.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
SB 1496 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy | et. al.
Relating to use of the money from the Texas Enterprise Fund and the Texas emerging technology fund to benefit certain historically underutilized businesses.
Senate: Economic Development
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1497 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the cultural and fine arts district program administered by the Texas Commission on the Arts.
Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Government Organization
SB 1636 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, BobSponsor: Davis, John | et. al.
Relating to the facilitation and operation of space flight activities in this state.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Postponed
SB 1638 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to information included in the report of the Texas Economic Development Bank regarding the enterprise zone program.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
SB 1642 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the number of enterprise projects the Texas Economic Development Bank may designate under the enterprise zone program.
Senate: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 1647 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Economic Development
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1686 83-0 (2013)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to public school finance matters, including the imposition of a state ad valorem tax for elementary and secondary school purposes and a school district ad valorem enrichment tax.
Senate: Finance
Referred to s/c on Fiscal Matters by Chair
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
SCR 48 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, BobSponsor: Isaac, Jason
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1678.
Point of order sustained
SJR 1 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Pitts, Jim | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the State Water Implementation Fund for Texas and the State Water Implementation Revenue Fund for Texas to assist in the financing of priority projects in the state water plan.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Filed with the Secretary of State
HB 44 83-1 (2013)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to the Texas emerging technology fund; redesignating the fund as the Texas Research Technology Fund.
Filed
HB 43 83-2 (2013)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to the Texas emerging technology fund; redesignating the fund as the Texas Research Technology Fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 14 83-3 (2013)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to authorizing certain general infrastructure projects to be undertaken by Type B economic development corporations.
Filed
HB 231 82-0 (2011)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the eligibility of property used in connection with certain computer centers for economic benefits authorized by the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 269 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
No action taken in committee
HB 363 82-0 (2011)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to urban renewal authority of municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 397 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gonzales, Veronica | et. al.Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Bureau for Economic Development of the Border Region.
House: Border & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: International Relations & Trade
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 433 82-0 (2011)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to qualified manufacturing project zones.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 465 82-0 (2011)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to abolishing the Texas Enterprise Fund, the Texas emerging technology fund, the Pan American Games trust fund, the Olympic Games trust fund, and a major events trust fund, a motor sports racing trust fund, and an events trust fund for sporting and non-sporting events.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 466 82-0 (2011)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the authority to enter into certain agreements relating to the Texas Enterprise Fund, the Texas emerging technology fund, or certain trust funds for sporting and non-sporting events and the money in those funds.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 479 82-0 (2011)
Author: Orr, RobSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the location of board meetings of certain economic development corporations.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 582 82-0 (2011)
Author: Button, Angie
Relating to eligibility requirements for businesses for the receipt of certain public subsidies.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 651 82-0 (2011)
Author: Christian, Wayne
Relating to certain restrictions on funds administered by the Department of Agriculture.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 735 82-0 (2011)
Author: Patrick, Diane | et. al.
Relating to events to receive funding through a major events trust fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 782 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, YvonneSponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to a requirement that certain bond issuers obtain an appraisal of property that is to be purchased with bond proceeds.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 888 82-0 (2011)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to historically underutilized businesses owned by disabled veterans for purposes of state contracting.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 1021 82-0 (2011)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to considering ownership interests of disabled persons in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1096 82-0 (2011)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to considering ownership interests of certain disabled veterans in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 1245 82-0 (2011)
Author: Callegari, BillSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the repeal of the authorization to establish a super collider facility research authority.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 1315 82-0 (2011)
Author: Aliseda, JoseSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the use of municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue in certain municipalities.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 1532 82-0 (2011)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the expiration of certain parts of the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1643 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the duration of a development agreement governing land in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of certain municipalities.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 1685 82-0 (2011)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to a credit against the ad valorem taxes imposed by certain taxing units on commercial or industrial real property based on the cost of constructing a building on the property.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1690 82-0 (2011)
Author: Flynn, DanSponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the use of municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue to enhance and upgrade sports facilities in certain municipalities.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1724 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hamilton, Mike
Relating to economically driven mobility projects.
House: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1746 82-0 (2011)
Author: Veasey, Marc
Relating to the participation by certain taxing units in tax increment financing and the payment of tax increments into the tax increment fund for a reinvestment zone.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1851 82-0 (2011)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to historically underutilized businesses and the preference given for goods and services purchased by state agencies; providing penalties.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2043 82-0 (2011)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to the taxation of certain tangible personal property located inside a defense base development authority.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Postponed
HB 2105 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to employment restrictions on persons awarded certain government contracts or public subsidies; providing a civil penalty.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 2432 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to the creation of public and private facilities and infrastructure.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2457 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, John | et. al.Sponsor: Jackson, Mike | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Enterprise Fund and the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2553 82-0 (2011)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to revenue sharing agreements between certain municipalities.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2578 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, John | et. al.
Relating to the preparation of economic impact statements for legislative measures.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2652 82-0 (2011)
Author: Pitts, Jim
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2785 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, John | et. al.Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the creation of the Select Committee on Economic Development.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2853 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, John | et. al.Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to tax increment financing.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 2994 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miles, BorrisSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the creation, operation, and funding of the urban farm microenterprise support program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2996 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miles, BorrisSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the creation of the Texas Urban Agricultural Innovation Authority.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 3015 82-0 (2011)
Author: Oliveira, Rene
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 3097 82-0 (2011)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the responsibilities of the comptroller and school districts in the implementation of the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 3140 82-0 (2011)
Author: Paxton, Ken
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to create economic development programs and provide loans or grants for those programs; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3190 82-0 (2011)
Author: Oliveira, Rene
Relating to authorizing counties and municipalities to regulate land development; providing a penalty.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 3215 82-0 (2011)
Author: Button, Angie
Relating to a limitation on use of corporate revenue by economic development corporations.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 3254 82-0 (2011)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to the creation of renewable energy reinvestment zones and the abatement of ad valorem taxes on property of a renewable energy company located in such a zone.
House: Energy Resources
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3283 82-0 (2011)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the authority of certain development corporations to undertake projects with respect to community libraries.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 3302 82-0 (2011)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the authority of certain Type A economic development corporations to undertake certain categories of projects.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 3417 82-0 (2011)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to state fiscal matters regarding business and economic development.
House: Appropriations
Left pending in committee
HB 3438 82-0 (2011)
Author: Raymond, Richard Pena
Relating to an election to authorize a sales and use tax adopted by certain municipalities to finance sports and community venues to be used for economic development purposes.
House: Ways & Means
Meeting cancelled
HB 3465 82-0 (2011)
Author: Sheffield, RalphSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the period for which a school district's participation in certain tax increment financing reinvestment zones may be taken into account in determining the total taxable value of property in the school district.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 3476 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carter, Stefani
Relating to a franchise tax credit for certain taxable entities that recruit new taxable entities to this state or that relocate to this state.
House: Ways & Means
No action taken in committee
HB 3492 82-0 (2011)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to authorizing counties to adopt buffer zone regulations and comprehensive plans and assess a roadway cost recovery fee; providing a penalty.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 3584 82-0 (2011)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Technology
Referred to Technology
HB 3626 82-0 (2011)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 3732 82-0 (2011)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the authority of a regional mobility authority to enter into a comprehensive development agreement.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HCR 147 82-0 (2011)
Author: Button, Angie
Encouraging cities to promote long-term economic development and job growth by working together on the regional level to attract and retain business investment.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Received from the House
HJR 63 82-0 (2011)
Author: Pickett, JosephSponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to permit a county to issue bonds or notes to finance the development or redevelopment of an unproductive, underdeveloped, or blighted area and to pledge for repayment of the bonds or notes increases in ad valorem taxes imposed by the county on property in the area.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Filed with the Secretary of State
HJR 103 82-0 (2011)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for a credit against the ad valorem taxes imposed by certain taxing units on commercial or industrial real property based on the cost of constructing a building on the property.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HR 2654 82-0 (2011)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 3275.
Reported enrolled
HR 2691 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, John
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2457.
Reported enrolled
SB 2 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to certain economic and workforce development programs through which employers may receive grants and subsidies.
Senate: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 106 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to condemnation of municipal property for, and municipal regulation of, pipeline operations.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 309 82-0 (2011)
Author: Harris, ChrisSponsor: Patrick, Diane
Relating to events to receive funding through a major events trust fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
SB 326 82-0 (2011)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain tangible personal property stored temporarily at a location in this state.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 580 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to community assistance and economic development program activities of the Lavaca-Navidad River Authority.
House: Transportation Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 627 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, WendySponsor: Veasey, Marc
Relating to the participation by certain taxing units in tax increment financing and the payment of tax increments into the tax increment fund for a reinvestment zone.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
SB 702 82-0 (2011)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the preparation of economic impact statements for legislative measures.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 806 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to considering ownership interests of disabled veterans in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 965 82-0 (2011)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Bureau for Economic Development of the Border Region.
Senate: International Relations & Trade
No action taken in committee
SB 991 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, John | et. al.
Relating to the administration of the Texas Enterprise Fund and the Texas emerging technology fund and of awards from those funds.
Senate: Economic Development
Co-author authorized
SB 1047 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Davis, John
Relating to the eligibility of an innovation and commercialization organization associated with the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center to receive funding from the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
SB 1048 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Davis, John
Relating to the creation of public and private facilities and infrastructure.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 1069 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Davis, John
Relating to the Texas emerging technology fund reporting requirement.
House: State Affairs Senate: Economic Development
Postponed
SB 1083 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to development agreements governing land in a municipality's extraterritorial jurisdiction.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1175 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, John
Relating to the Texas Enterprise Fund and the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1310 82-0 (2011)
Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Select Committee on Economic Development.
Senate: Economic Development
Co-author authorized
SB 1392 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to authorizing counties and municipalities to regulate land development; providing a penalty.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1574 82-0 (2011)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to the use of money in a tax increment fund to pay costs related to public improvements used for social services programs that promote the development or redevelopment of a reinvestment zone.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 1585 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ogden, Steve
Relating to state fiscal matters regarding business and economic development.
Senate: Finance
No action taken in committee
SB 1590 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ogden, Steve | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 1650 82-0 (2011)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to certain comprehensive development agreements of regional mobility authorities.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation
SB 1674 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the composition of the board of directors of certain tax increment financing reinvestment zones.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 1809 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a study by the comptroller of public accounts of the economic impact of the Texas-Mexico border wall in the State of Texas.
House: State Affairs Senate: International Relations & Trade
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1858 82-0 (2011)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to public school finance matters, including the imposition of a state ad valorem tax for elementary and secondary school purposes.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SJR 24 82-0 (2011)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Proposing a constitutional amendment exempting political subdivisions from unfunded legislative mandates and authorizing the legislature to provide funding for legislative mandates on political subdivisions.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SR 1247 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 3275.
Postponed
SR 1256 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2457.
Reported enrolled
HB 88 81-0 (2009)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the use of revenue from a tax increment fund to acquire, construct, or reconstruct educational facilities.
House: Ways & Means
No action taken in committee
HB 146 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smith, Todd
Relating to the implementation of a project plan or financing plan for a reinvestment zone under the Tax Increment Financing Act and the granting of exemptions from ad valorem taxes imposed on real property in a reinvestment zone under that Act.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 186 81-0 (2009)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to the creation of the Bureau for Economic Development and Hispanic Studies.
House: Border & Intergovernmental Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 268 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to considering ownership interests of disabled veterans in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs
HB 394 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick | et. al.Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to use of the money from the Texas Enterprise Fund to benefit certain small businesses and certain projects.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 398 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ortiz, Jr., Solomon | et. al.
Relating to special event trust funds used to promote major athletic, motor sports racing, and other special events in this state.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce
No action taken in committee
HB 413 81-0 (2009)
Author: Isett, Carl
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to extend the termination date for a reinvestment zone created under the Tax Increment Financing Act.
House: Ways & Means
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 416 81-0 (2009)
Author: Leibowitz, David | et. al.
Relating to a requirement that a recipient of money from the Texas Enterprise Fund participate in a federal work eligibility verification program.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce
Referred to Technology, Economic Development & Workforce
HB 604 81-0 (2009)
Author: Farabee, David
Relating to projects that may be undertaken by certain development corporations in connection with water conservation programs.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 773 81-0 (2009)
Author: Oliveira, Rene | et. al.Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to extending the expiration date of the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 831 81-0 (2009)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the exemption from certain taxation of certain organizations.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 873 81-0 (2009)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Relating to incentives for the film, television, video, and digital interactive media production industries.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 970 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to considering ownership interests of disabled persons in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
House: State Affairs
Postponed
HB 977 81-0 (2009)
Author: Burnam, Lon | et. al.
Relating to use of the money from the Texas enterprise fund to promote renewable energy technology.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 1004 81-0 (2009)
Author: Jones, Delwin
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to extend the termination date for a reinvestment zone created under the Tax Increment Financing Act.
House: Ways & Means
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1073 81-0 (2009)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to a franchise tax credit for certain research and development activities.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1079 81-0 (2009)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the appellate process for the community development block grant program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1114 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hamilton, Mike | et. al.
Relating to application requirements and performance standards for agricultural biomass and landfill diversion incentive grants.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1127 81-0 (2009)
Author: Heflin, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the commissioners court of a county to enter into an ad valorem tax abatement agreement.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1134 81-0 (2009)
Author: England, KirkSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the authority of the Dallas County Flood Control District No. 1 to enter into a tax abatement agreement and to designate a reinvestment zone.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 1159 81-0 (2009)
Author: Kuempel, Edmund | et. al.
Relating to the extension of the term of a reinvestment zone created under the Tax Increment Financing Act.
House: Ways & Means
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 1237 81-0 (2009)
Author: Miklos, Robert
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to extend the termination date for a reinvestment zone created under the Tax Increment Financing Act.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1271 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the required use of tax increment financing to provide affordable housing in certain reinvestment zones.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1273 81-0 (2009)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to reporting of and an adjustment under the school finance system for benefits received by school districts or associated foundations or other entities in connection with agreements under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
HB 1274 81-0 (2009)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the availability and reporting of certain information regarding applications under the Texas Economic Development Act to the public and the state.
House: Ways & Means
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1277 81-0 (2009)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the Texas Enterprise Fund, including the use of money from the fund, the terms of a grant agreement, and the duties of a grant recipient or entity that acquires a grant recipient.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce Senate: Economic Development
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 1280 81-0 (2009)
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Relating to use of money from the Texas Enterprise Fund for rail projects.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce
No action taken in committee
HB 1302 81-0 (2009)
Author: Frost, Stephen
Relating to the authority of certain school districts to enter into property tax abatement agreements in connection with realigned or closed military facilities.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1593 81-0 (2009)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to tax credits for qualified low-income community investments.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1605 81-0 (2009)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the commissioners court of a county to enter into an ad valorem tax abatement agreement.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1640 81-0 (2009)
Author: Sheffield, Ralph
Relating to the purposes and powers of the Temple Health and Bioscience Economic Development District.
House: County Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1651 81-0 (2009)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to the expiration of certain parts of the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1726 81-0 (2009)
Author: Chavez, Norma
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain tangible personal property stored temporarily at a location in this state.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1756 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eissler, Rob
Relating to the functions performed by the comptroller in connection with applications and agreements under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Subcommittee members named
HB 1777 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to a loan program to encourage the use of cleaner hydrogen fuel; providing for the issuance of bonds.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 1842 81-0 (2009)
Author: Frost, Stephen
Relating to the authority of certain school districts to enter into property tax abatement agreements in connection with realigned or closed military facilities.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1853 81-0 (2009)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the authorization of school district ad valorem tax incentives for historic redevelopment and economic development.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2315 81-0 (2009)
Author: Patrick, Diane
Relating to authorizing municipalities to assess fees on vacant commercial buildings.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 2316 81-0 (2009)
Author: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to allowing certain tax units to impose a fee for processing a petition requesting that an area in the unit be designated as a tax increment financing reinvestment zone.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2437 81-0 (2009)
Author: McCall, Brian | et. al.
Relating to a major events trust fund and an events trust fund for sporting and non-sporting events.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce
Reported favorably as substituted
HB 2688 81-0 (2009)
Author: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to the authority of certain counties to establish economic development projects or create improvement districts to construct educational facilities.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 2866 81-0 (2009)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to encouraging technology-related economic development projects that pay competitive compensation for associated workforce.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3072 81-0 (2009)
Author: Geren, CharlieSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the transfer of municipal property to economic development corporations by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 3103 81-0 (2009)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Relating to a change in ownership of entities awarded grants from the Texas Enterprise Fund.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 3222 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the authority of two or more municipalities to designate a joint tax increment financing reinvestment zone.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Economic Development
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 3265 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to granting Hill Country counties regulatory authority and the authority to impose certain development fees; providing penalties.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3281 81-0 (2009)
Author: Chavez, Norma
Relating to eligibility for a grant of money from the Texas Enterprise Fund.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce
Left pending in committee
HB 3329 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ortiz, Jr., Solomon | et. al.
Relating to funds promoting economic development.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce
Left pending in committee
HB 3333 81-0 (2009)
Author: Merritt, Tommy
Relating to the creation and operation of the Texas-Louisiana border region economic development steering committee; authorizing an assessment.
House: Border & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 3341 81-0 (2009)
Author: Miklos, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a transportation development corporation in certain municipalities; authorizing local option elections for funding mass transit projects.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 3378 81-0 (2009)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to projects that may be undertaken by development corporations for the development, retention, or expansion of certain transportation facilities.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3409 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gonzales, Veronica
Relating to the use of money from the Texas Enterprise Fund to recruit and retain automotive manufacturing facilities.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce
Left pending in committee
HB 3676 81-0 (2009)
Author: Heflin, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Economic Development
See remarks for effective date
HB 3789 81-0 (2009)
Author: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce
Referred to Technology, Economic Development & Workforce
HB 3854 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eiland, CraigSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the powers of certain development corporations related to Hurricane Ike disaster relief and to the validation of certain governmental acts or proceedings of counties affected by Hurricane Ike.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3917 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smith, Wayne | et. al.
Relating to the creation and administration of the Texas Local Participation Transportation Program.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 4067 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gonzales, Veronica | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Bureau for Economic Development of the Border Region.
House: Border & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: International Relations & Trade
Returned from the House for further action
HB 4133 81-0 (2009)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to the creation of the Texas Export Financial Assistance Guarantee Program.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4144 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gattis, Dan
Relating to a municipality's comprehensive development.
House: Land & Resource Management
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4325 81-0 (2009)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to the creation of a Sunny Day Fund to attract competitive federal grants to Texas under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
House: Appropriations
Left pending in committee
HB 4459 81-0 (2009)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to economic development and employment opportunities in the renewable energy or energy efficiency industries.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4508 81-0 (2009)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to creation and duties of a county economic development district.
House: County Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 4525 81-0 (2009)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to qualified manufacturing project zones.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce Senate: Economic Development
Placed on intent calendar
HB 4613 81-0 (2009)
Author: Oliveira, Rene | et. al.
Relating to the creation, operations and financing of tax increment reinvestment zones.
House: Ways & Means
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 4652 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gonzales, Veronica
Relating to issues affecting the region adjacent and within 100 kilometers of the international border with Mexico.
House: Border & Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to Border & Intergovernmental Affairs
HCR 29 81-0 (2009)
Author: Pickett, Joseph | et. al.
Expressing the intent of the Texas Legislature that the state accept federal economic stimulus funds appropriated under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 or any similar legislation.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HJR 4 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing municipalities, counties, and school districts to donate certain outdated equipment, supplies, or materials to developing, underdeveloped, or newly industrialized countries.
House: County Affairs
No action taken in committee
HJR 31 81-0 (2009)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to prohibit the state or a political subdivision of the state from taking private property for the primary purpose of economic development or to benefit a particular private party.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HJR 73 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds to provide and guarantee loans to encourage the use of hydrogen as a cleaner fuel source.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HJR 82 81-0 (2009)
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation a high-speed passenger rail facility.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 148 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to required community investment by certain insurers; providing administrative and civil penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 250 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to a report on use of money from the Texas Enterprise Fund.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 251 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the posting of certain business tax incentives on Internet websites maintained by certain political subdivisions.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 252 81-0 (2009)
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.Sponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to the authority of a municipality with a population of less than 10,000 to enter into an agreement with an owner of real property in or adjacent to an area in the municipality that has been approved for funding under certain revitalization or redevelopment programs to prohibit ad valorem tax increases on the owner's property for a limited period.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 295 81-0 (2009)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to a project that may be undertaken by a development corporation to promote higher education opportunities in this state.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 313 81-0 (2009)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Kuempel, Edmund | et. al.
Relating to the term of a reinvestment zone and to the assessment and payment of tax increments under the Tax Increment Financing Act.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Economic Development
Point of order sustained
SB 355 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to use of the money from the Texas Enterprise Fund to benefit small businesses.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 380 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to a loan program to encourage the use of cleaner hydrogen fuel; providing for the issuance of bonds.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 564 81-0 (2009)
Author: Jackson, Mike | et. al.
Relating to exempting from ad valorem taxation property used by certain nonprofit community business organizations to provide services to aid in the economic development of local communities.
Senate: Finance
Co-author authorized
SB 576 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Wendy | et. al.Sponsor: Smith, Todd
Relating to the implementation of a project plan or financing plan for a reinvestment zone under the Tax Increment Financing Act and the granting of exemptions from ad valorem taxes imposed on real property in a reinvestment zone under that Act.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
SB 605 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Relating to incentives for the film, television, video, and digital interactive media production industries.
Senate: Economic Development
Co-author authorized
SB 672 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to considering ownership interests of certain disabled veterans in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 756 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the authority of certain school districts to enter into property tax abatement agreements in connection with realigned or closed military facilities.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 783 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapiro, FlorenceSponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the Texas emerging technology fund, including transfers between the fund and the Texas Enterprise Fund.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce Senate: Economic Development
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 856 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the expiration of certain parts of the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 878 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to use of the money from the Texas enterprise fund to promote renewable energy technology.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 947 81-0 (2009)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Chavez, Norma
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain tangible personal property stored temporarily at a location in this state.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 975 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to a loan program to encourage the use of renewable energy technology and the making of energy efficiency improvements; providing for the issuance of bonds.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1033 81-0 (2009)
Author: Fraser, TroySponsor: Sheffield, Ralph
Relating to the purposes and powers of the Temple Health and Bioscience Economic Development District.
House: County Affairs Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
SB 1105 81-0 (2009)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Jones, Delwin
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to extend the termination date for a reinvestment zone created under the Tax Increment Financing Act.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
SB 1128 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from the sales tax for medical equipment used by physicians in certain areas of this state.
Senate: Finance
Co-author authorized
SB 1311 81-0 (2009)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Heflin, Joe
Relating to the authority of the governing body of a municipality or the commissioners court of a county to enter into an ad valorem tax abatement agreement.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Economic Development
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 1383 81-0 (2009)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Smith, Wayne
Relating to the creation and administration of the Texas Local Participation Transportation Program.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1451 81-0 (2009)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to limiting use of money in the Texas Enterprise Fund to recipients that provide health benefit plans.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 1458 81-0 (2009)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Swinford, David | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain taxing units to enter into an ad valorem tax abatement agreement.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
SB 1515 81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: McCall, Brian | et. al.
Relating to a major events trust fund, a motor sports racing trust fund, and an events trust fund for sporting and non-sporting events.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 1590 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ogden, Steve
Relating to the functions performed by the comptroller in connection with applications and agreements under the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1633 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to certain restrictions on the composition of a tax increment financing reinvestment zone.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 1654 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the criteria for evaluating requests for defense economic adjustment assistance grants.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs
SB 1668 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to application requirements and performance standards for agricultural biomass and landfill diversion incentive grants.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
SB 1743 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the use of money from the Texas Enterprise Fund to recruit automotive manufacturing facilities.
Senate: Economic Development
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1752 81-0 (2009)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the powers of certain development corporations related to Hurricane Ike disaster relief and to the validation of certain governmental acts or proceedings of counties affected by Hurricane Ike.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1778 81-0 (2009)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to the eligibility of property used in connection with a data center for economic benefits authorized by the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Economic Development
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1947 81-0 (2009)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to the authority of two or more municipalities to designate a joint tax increment financing reinvestment zone.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Economic Development
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
SB 2052 81-0 (2009)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to projects that may be undertaken by development corporations for the development, retention, or expansion of certain transportation facilities.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 2169 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, RodneySponsor: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the establishment of a smart growth policy work group and the development of a smart growth policy for this state.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Government Organization
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 2223 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to authorizing the creation of regional military sustainability commissions around military installations.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
SB 2244 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Branch, Dan
Relating to the eligibility of employees of certain businesses or organizations established as part of the state's economic development program and of dependents of those employees to pay resident tuition at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 1/1/10
SB 2271 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the use of historically underutilized businesses by utilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2338 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the creation, operations and financing of tax increment reinvestment zones.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 2433 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to condemnation of municipal property for and municipal regulation of pipeline operations.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 2452 81-0 (2009)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to granting Travis County authority to regulate certain land use and impose certain development fees; providing penalties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 2534 81-0 (2009)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to the creation of an interagency task force on economic growth and endangered species; providing information and direction regarding endangered species issues in certain areas of the state.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SCR 15 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.
Expressing the intent of the Texas Legislature that the state accept federal economic stimulus funds appropriated under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 or any similar legislation.
Senate: Finance
Co-author authorized
SJR 16 81-0 (2009)
Author: Carona, John
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation a high-speed passenger rail facility.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SJR 17 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds to provide and guarantee loans to encourage the use of hydrogen as a cleaner fuel source.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SJR 28 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds to provide and guarantee loans to promote the use of renewable energy technology and the making of energy efficiency improvements.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SJR 42 81-0 (2009)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to prohibit the taking of property for transfer to a private entity for certain purposes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 16 80-0 (2007)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank | et. al.
Relating to certain municipal development programs involving areas having characteristics of blight or a slum.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 621 80-0 (2007)
Author: Chavez, NormaSponsor: Duncan, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of tangible personal property held temporarily at a location in this state for assembling, storing, manufacturing, processing, or fabricating purposes.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/08
HB 1106 80-0 (2007)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to considering ownership interests of disabled veterans in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
House: Government Reform
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1188 80-0 (2007)
Author: Morrison, GeanieSponsor: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.
Relating to the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 1196 80-0 (2007)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Janek, Kyle
Relating to restrictions on the use of certain public subsidies.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 1206 80-0 (2007)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the effect of a school district's participation in tax increment financing in connection with certain reinvestment zones on the taxable value of property in the district for school finance purposes.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 1294 80-0 (2007)
Author: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to the use of revenue from a tax increment fund to acquire, construct, or reconstruct educational facilities.
House: Local Government Ways & Means
Considered in Calendars
HB 1430 80-0 (2007)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Bureau for Economic Development and Hispanic Studies.
House: Border & International Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1470 80-0 (2007)
Author: Eissler, Rob | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the Texas Economic Development Act, including the continuation of that Act and tax credits claimed under that Act, and to the duties of the comptroller of public accounts and the Texas Education Agency under that Act.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
HB 1496 80-0 (2007)
Author: Pitts, Jim
Relating to incentives for the film, television, and multimedia production industries.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation, and Tourism
HB 1617 80-0 (2007)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to the qualifications for appointment to the board of directors of certain economic development corporations.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Refer to s/c on Emrg Tech & Econ Dev by Pres
HB 1634 80-0 (2007)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to incentives for the film, television, and multimedia production industries.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
HB 1837 80-0 (2007)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to exempting from ad valorem taxation property used by certain nonprofit community business organizations to provide services to aid in the economic development of local communities.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 1874 80-0 (2007)
Author: Aycock, Jimmie
Relating to industrial development corporations.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 1879 80-0 (2007)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to a citizen trade policy commission and an office of trade development.
House: Border & International Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1952 80-0 (2007)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
Relating to the eligibility of new electric generating facilities and new industrial facilities that use gasification technology for economic benefits authorized by the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 1991 80-0 (2007)
Author: Gattis, Dan
Relating to authority for a municipal utility district to join a chamber of commerce.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 2092 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hill, FredSponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the designation of an area in a municipality as a reinvestment zone under the Tax Increment Financing Act.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 2278 80-0 (2007)
Author: Deshotel, JoeSponsor: Brimer, Kim
Relating to a nonsubstantive revision of statutes relating to business and commerce; including conforming amendments.
House: Economic Development Senate: Administration
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 2308 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rose, PatrickSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the requirement that certain economic development corporations hold a hearing before spending funds to undertake a project and to the authority of those economic development corporations to allow voters to elect to limit the period during which or the projects for which the tax is imposed.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 2514 80-0 (2007)
Author: McClendon, RuthSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the creation of an arts and entertainment district by a populous municipality.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2717 80-0 (2007)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
Relating to a joint interim study of ways to promote economic development in nations that are a primary source of undocumented immigrants in Texas.
House: Border & International Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2760 80-0 (2007)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the management and control of certain port improvements and facilities.
House: Transportation
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2793 80-0 (2007)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to the subdivision of certain tracts of land for which a plat is required.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 2972 80-0 (2007)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to a loan program for businesses that expand the use of or manufacture, store, distribute, or sell carbon-free hydrogen energy; providing for the issuance of bonds.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2988 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hill, Fred
Relating to the authority of certain development corporations to spend tax revenue on certain mass transit-related facilities.
House: Transportation
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2994 80-0 (2007)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis | et. al.Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to certain agreements made with electric power generation facilities under the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act and to similar agreements and compliance reports under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
HB 3027 80-0 (2007)
Author: Frost, Stephen
Relating to the authority of school districts to enter into property tax abatement agreements in connection with realigned or closed military facilities.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3161 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ortiz, Jr., Solomon
Relating to advisory committees that recommend entities receive grants from the Texas Enterprise Fund and the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3163 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ortiz, Jr., Solomon
Relating to the proportional distribution of money from the Texas Enterprise Fund and the Texas emerging technology fund to different regions in this state.
House: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 3287 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ritter, Allan | et. al.
Relating to a franchise tax credit for qualified low-income community investments.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 3327 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smith, Todd
Relating to the implementation of a project plan or financing plan for a reinvestment zone under the Tax Increment Financing Act and the granting of exemptions from ad valorem taxes imposed on real property in a reinvestment zone under that Act.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 3333 80-0 (2007)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to the designation of certain land as a reinvestment zone under the Tax Increment Financing Act.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 3339 80-0 (2007)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to use of the money from the Texas enterprise fund to promote renewable energy technology.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 3440 80-0 (2007)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to projects that may be undertaken by development corporations for the development, retention, or expansion of certain airport facilities.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 3446 80-0 (2007)
Author: Rose, Patrick | et. al.Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin | et. al.
Relating to the promotion by the governor's office of economic development of Texas manufactured products; providing civil and administrative penalties.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 3546 80-0 (2007)
Author: Truitt, Vicki
Relating to the authority of a taxing unit to make a loan to the board of directors of a tax increment financing reinvestment zone for deposit in the tax increment fund for the zone.
House: Ways & Means
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3706 80-0 (2007)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie | et. al.Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the creation, powers, and duties of film districts.
House: County Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 3749 80-0 (2007)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to use of money from the Texas enterprise fund for rail projects.
House: Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3818 80-0 (2007)
Author: Merritt, Tommy
Relating to the creation and operation of the Texas-Louisiana border region economic development steering committee.
House: Border & International Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Refer to s/c on Emrg Tech & Econ Dev by Pres
HB 3954 80-0 (2007)
Author: Macias, NathanSponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to improvement projects in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3956 80-0 (2007)
Author: Macias, Nathan
Relating to county authority to adopt development regulations in Kendall County; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 3957 80-0 (2007)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to extending the termination of a reinvestment zone created under the Tax Increment Financing Act.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 4135 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to preservation of game and fish in McCulloch County.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Postponed
HJR 79 80-0 (2007)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
Proposing a constitutional amendment to prohibit the state or a political subdivision from taking private property for the primary purpose of economic development or to benefit a particular private party.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HJR 93 80-0 (2007)
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.
Proposing constitutional amendments authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds to provide and guarantee loans to encourage the use of carbon-free hydrogen energy and for clean energy projects.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 314 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ogden, Steve
Relating to considering ownership interests of disabled veterans and recipients of the Purple Heart Medal in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 381 80-0 (2007)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to considering ownership interests of disabled veterans and recipients of the Purple Heart in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 422 80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to distribution and use of money from the Texas Enterprise Fund.
Senate: Business & Commerce
No action taken in subcommittee
SB 486 80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.
Relating to the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Economic Development
SB 501 80-0 (2007)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of tangible personal property held temporarily at a location in this state for assembling, storing, manufacturing, processing, or fabricating purposes.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 637 80-0 (2007)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Patrick
Relating to use of the money from the Texas Enterprise Fund to benefit small businesses.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 746 80-0 (2007)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the continuation of the Texas Economic Development Act and to the duties of the comptroller of public accounts and the Texas Education Agency under that Act.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 782 80-0 (2007)
Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Relating to incentives for the film, television, and multimedia production industries.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 859 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to required community investment by certain insurers; providing administrative and civil penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 941 80-0 (2007)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the use of revenue from a tax increment fund to acquire, construct, or reconstruct educational facilities.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 1002 80-0 (2007)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to a requirement that an ad valorem tax abatement agreement provide for the recapture of lost ad valorem tax revenue if the property owner fails to provide a health benefit plan to the owner's employees and their dependents.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in subcommittee
SB 1089 80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapiro, FlorenceSponsor: Hill, Fred
Relating to the authority of certain development corporations to spend tax revenue on certain mass transit-related facilities.
House: Transportation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 1135 80-0 (2007)
Author: Brimer, Kim
Relating to a nonsubstantive revision of statutes relating to business and commerce; including conforming amendments.
Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
SB 1139 80-0 (2007)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to a joint interim study of ways to promote economic development in nations that are a primary source of undocumented immigrants in Texas.
Senate: International Relations & Trade
Left pending in committee
SB 1261 80-0 (2007)
Author: Brimer, Kim
Relating to the nomination of a project or activity of a qualified business for designation as an enterprise project.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Refer to s/c on Emrg Tech & Econ Dev by Pres
SB 1262 80-0 (2007)
Author: Brimer, Kim
Relating to the enterprise zone program.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Refer to s/c on Emrg Tech & Econ Dev by Pres
SB 1264 80-0 (2007)
Author: Brimer, KimSponsor: Truitt, Vicki
Relating to the authority of a taxing unit to make a loan to the board of directors of a tax increment financing reinvestment zone for deposit in the tax increment fund for the zone.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 1270 80-0 (2007)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to county development districts.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute
SB 1319 80-0 (2007)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to county development district programs to promote tourism.
Filed
SB 1336 80-0 (2007)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to the authority of a municipality with a population of less than 10,000 to enter into an agreement with an owner of real property in or adjacent to an area in the municipality that has been approved for funding under certain revitalization or redevelopment programs to prohibit ad valorem tax increases on the owner's property for a limited period.
House: Local Government Ways & Means Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1424 80-0 (2007)
Author: Brimer, Kim | et. al.Sponsor: Smith, Todd | et. al.
Relating to the municipalities authorized to use the other events trust fund to attract certain sporting events and to the comptroller of public accounts' responsibilities regarding those events.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 1468 80-0 (2007)
Author: Eltife, Kevin | et. al.
Relating to the promotion by the comptroller of Texas manufactured products; providing civil and administrative penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
No action taken in committee
SB 1523 80-0 (2007)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to facilitating and supporting efforts of certain municipalities and counties to promote economic development, including hosting certain major sporting or athletic events.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 1610 80-0 (2007)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to a loan program for businesses that expand the use of or manufacture, store, distribute, or sell carbon-free hydrogen energy; providing for the issuance of bonds.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1710 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the authority of certain taxing units to enter into an agreement under the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act or the Texas Economic Development Act with the owner of certain electric power generation facilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1746 80-0 (2007)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the authority of certain school districts to enter into property tax abatement agreements in connection with realigned or closed military facilities.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Left pending in committee
SB 1809 80-0 (2007)
Author: Brimer, KimSponsor: Smith, Todd
Relating to the implementation of a project plan or financing plan for a reinvestment zone under the Tax Increment Financing Act and the granting of exemptions from ad valorem taxes imposed on real property in a reinvestment zone under that Act.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1813 80-0 (2007)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to NAFTA priority projects of the Texas Department of Transportation; providing for the issuance of revenue bonds.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 1836 80-0 (2007)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the management and control of certain port improvements and facilities.
House: Transportation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/07
SB 1889 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the use of sales tax revenue to pay or secure certain municipal public securities.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 1979 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to use of money in the Texas Enterprise Fund to retain or expand certain businesses located in this state.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Scheduled for public hearing in s/c on . . .
SJR 20 80-0 (2007)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Chavez, Norma | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the issuance of additional general obligation bonds by the Texas Water Development Board to provide assistance to economically distressed areas.
House: Border & International Affairs Senate: International Relations & Trade
Filed with the Secretary of State
SJR 44 80-0 (2007)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to permit the voters of a municipality with a population of less than 10,000 to authorize the governing body of the municipality to enter into an agreement with an owner of real property in or adjacent to an area in the municipality that has been approved for funding under certain revitalization or redevelopment programs to prohibit ad valorem tax increases on the owner's property for a limited period.
House: Local Government Ways & Means Senate: Natural Resources
Filed with the Secretary of State
SJR 53 80-0 (2007)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds to provide and guarantee loans to encourage the use of carbon-free hydrogen energy.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
HB 121 79-0 (2005)
Author: Chavez, Norma | et. al.
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of tangible personal property held temporarily at a location in this state for assembling, storing, manufacturing, processing, or fabricating purposes.
House: Local Government Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 152 79-0 (2005)
Author: Homer, Mark
Relating to a project of a development corporation in connection with a military base.
House: Defense Affairs & State-Federal Relations
Referred to Defense Affairs & State-Fed Rel
HB 234 79-0 (2005)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the authority of certain development corporations to undertake projects for airport facilities or retail businesses or facilities.
House: Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 289 79-0 (2005)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to a requirement that jobs created as a condition for receipt of an ad valorem tax abatement or a limitation on the appraised value of property for ad valorem tax purposes be filled by local residents.
House: Local Government Ways & Means
Referred to Local Government Ways and Means
HB 467 79-0 (2005)
Author: Bailey, Kevin | et. al.Sponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the financing of water and sewer programs in disadvantaged areas.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 485 79-0 (2005)
Author: Chavez, Norma
Relating to restrictions on the use of state funds to provide jobs for workers outside the United States.
House: Border & International Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 548 79-0 (2005)
Author: Delisi, Dianne | et. al.
Relating to a project of a development corporation in connection with a military base or facility.
House: Defense Affairs & State-Federal Relations
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 551 79-0 (2005)
Author: Phillips, LarrySponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to a project of a development corporation in connection with a primary job.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 727 79-0 (2005)
Author: Villarreal, Mike | et. al.
Relating to a program of grants and loans to provide capital for community development and economic development institutions serving economically distressed areas and low-income persons.
House: Financial Institutions
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 918 79-0 (2005)
Author: Krusee, MikeSponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the authority of a municipality to establish economic development programs in certain areas.
House: Economic Development Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1107 79-0 (2005)
Author: Chavez, Norma | et. al.Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to procedures for obtaining relief from local matching funds requirements for highway projects.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 1188 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hartnett, Will | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to tax increment financing.
House: Economic Development Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Senate appoints conferees-reported
HB 1253 79-0 (2005)
Author: Kuempel, EdmundSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to projects that may be undertaken by certain development corporations for career centers.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 1258 79-0 (2005)
Author: Orr, Rob
Relating to the definition of a primary job with respect to a project that may be undertaken by a development corporation.
House: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 1288 79-0 (2005)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Relating to reducing the amount of school tax credits authorized by the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1380 79-0 (2005)
Author: Jones, Jesse
Relating to the creation of renaissance zones to promote the relocation of businesses to certain areas of this state.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1496 79-0 (2005)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to use of money in the Texas Enterprise Fund for recipients who make certain commitments.
House: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 1528 79-0 (2005)
Author: Woolley, Beverly | et. al.Sponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to the expiration of the other events trust fund established to support local efforts to recruit or retain certain sports events.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 1659 79-0 (2005)
Author: Chavez, NormaSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the designation of certain areas of this state as enterprise zones under the enterprise zone program.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 1697 79-0 (2005)
Author: McCall, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the use of gifts to fund technology workforce development grants and to the evaluation of the technology workforce development grant program.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 1743 79-0 (2005)
Author: Seaman, Gene
Relating to strategic investment areas qualifying for the franchise tax credit for certain research and development activities.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1765 79-0 (2005)
Author: Morrison, Geanie | et. al.Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the creation of programs and funding for emerging technology industries.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 1894 79-0 (2005)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the definition of a primary job with respect to a project that may be undertaken by a development corporation.
House: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 1937 79-0 (2005)
Author: Ritter, AllanSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the authority of certain counties to create county assistance districts for certain purposes.
House: Economic Development Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1938 79-0 (2005)
Author: Ritter, Allan | et. al.Sponsor: Brimer, Kim
Relating to the award of a grant and reporting requirements under the Texas Enterprise Fund.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 1966 79-0 (2005)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of an interagency task force to address the impact of globalization on this state.
House: Border & International Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2092 79-0 (2005)
Author: Oliveira, Rene
Relating to authorizing a special events trust fund to support certain Olympic events, including training and development activities.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2095 79-0 (2005)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to exempting from ad valorem taxation property used by certain nonprofit community business organizations to provide services to aid in the economic development of local communities.
House: Local Government Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2335 79-0 (2005)
Author: Corte, Jr., FrankSponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to certain duties of state agencies with regard to members of the United States armed forces and their dependents and the communities in which they reside.
House: Defense Affairs & State-Federal Relations Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Senate appoints conferees-reported
HB 2340 79-0 (2005)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank | et. al.Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to grants and loans for certain economic development projects to assist defense communities affected by the federal military base realignment and closure process.
House: Defense Affairs & State-Federal Relations Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 2395 79-0 (2005)
Author: Solis, Jim
Relating to distribution of money from the Texas Enterprise Fund.
House: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 2412 79-0 (2005)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the enterprise zone program.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 2649 79-0 (2005)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the award of a grant and reporting requirements under the Texas Enterprise Fund.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 2653 79-0 (2005)
Author: Krusee, MikeSponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the use of tax increment financing to pay certain costs associated with certain transportation or transit projects.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 2717 79-0 (2005)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
Relating to the governor's study of emerging technology and economic development.
House: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 2728 79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
Relating to the authority of certain development corporations to undertake projects for sewage or solid waste facilities, recycling facilities, or air or water pollution control facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2755 79-0 (2005)
Author: McReynolds, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the authority of certain development corporations to undertake projects for the development, retention, or expansion of business enterprises.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 2864 79-0 (2005)
Author: Luna, Vilma
Relating to the use of sales tax revenue to pay or secure certain municipal public securities.
House: Local Government Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
HB 2928 79-0 (2005)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to projects that may be undertaken by certain development corporations with respect to business enterprises or business development.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 2954 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hamric, Peggy | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a film industry incentive program.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3034 79-0 (2005)
Author: Solis, Jim
Relating to a program to reduce the shortage of professional and vocational nurses through financial assistance from the Texas Enterprise Fund.
House: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 3036 79-0 (2005)
Author: Deshotel, JoeSponsor: Janek, Kyle
Relating to the number, terms, and removal of directors of certain development corporations.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 3049 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hopson, Chuck
Relating to the closure or change in operation of certain local offices providing health services, including prohibiting the closure or consolidation of services of a state school or hospital for a term of five years.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3050 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hopson, Chuck
Relating to the creation of an economic development plan for local communities affected by the closure or change in operation of a state school or hospital.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3103 79-0 (2005)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to authorizing measures to support efforts to attract major motor sports racing events to this state.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3202 79-0 (2005)
Author: Veasey, Marc
Relating to the powers and duties of the board of directors of a tax increment financing reinvestment zone and of the taxing units that impose ad valorem taxes on property in the zone.
House: Local Government Ways & Means
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3247 79-0 (2005)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to a program to promote research with economic development potential at certain institutions of higher education through financial assistance from the Texas Enterprise Fund.
House: Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3249 79-0 (2005)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the enterprise zone program.
House: Economic Development
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3450 79-0 (2005)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the deposit of municipal sales and use taxes into a tax increment fund.
House: Local Government Ways & Means
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3470 79-0 (2005)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the regulation of state subsidies granted for economic development purposes.
House: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HCR 7 79-0 (2005)
Author: Cook, Robert | et. al.
Memorializing Congress to preserve the community development block grant program and its funding at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
House: Urban Affairs
Received from the House
HJR 80 79-0 (2005)
Author: Krusee, MikeSponsor: Ogden, Steve
Proposing a constitutional amendment clarifying that certain economic development programs do not constitute a debt.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Filed with the Secretary of State
HR 288 79-0 (2005)
Author: Van Arsdale, Corbin | et. al.
Encouraging the president of the United States to enact a free trade agreement between the United States and Taiwan.
House: Border & International Affairs
Reported enrolled
SB 19 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the authority of certain development corporations to undertake projects for sewage or solid waste facilities, recycling facilities, or air or water pollution control facilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 105 79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to a report on the use of money from the Texas Enterprise Fund.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in subcommittee
SB 150 79-0 (2005)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Puente, Robert
Relating to authorizing measures to support efforts to attract major motor sports racing events to this state.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 252 79-0 (2005)
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.Sponsor: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to a project of a development corporation in connection with a military base or facility.
House: Defense Affairs & State-Federal Relations Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
SB 277 79-0 (2005)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to use of money in the Texas Enterprise Fund.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in subcommittee
SB 345 79-0 (2005)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of tangible personal property held temporarily at a location in this state for assembling, storing, manufacturing, processing, or fabricating purposes.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 559 79-0 (2005)
Author: Brimer, Kim
Relating to the continuation of the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 583 79-0 (2005)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the authority of a municipality to establish economic development programs in certain areas.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 593 79-0 (2005)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to the governor's study of emerging technology and economic development.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 638 79-0 (2005)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the award of a grant and reporting requirements under the Texas Enterprise Fund.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in subcommittee
SB 657 79-0 (2005)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to the expiration of the other events trust fund established to support local efforts to recruit or retain certain sports events.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute
SB 771 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Hartnett, Will
Relating to tax increment financing.
House: Economic Development Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 818 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to a requirement that an ad valorem tax abatement agreement provide for the recapture of lost ad valorem tax revenue if the property owner fails to provide a health benefit plan to the owner's employees and their dependents.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in subcommittee
SB 831 79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.Sponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the creation of programs and funding for emerging technology industries.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 833 79-0 (2005)
Author: Barrientos, GonzaloSponsor: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the required use of tax increment financing to provide affordable housing in certain reinvestment zones.
House: Local Government Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 923 79-0 (2005)
Author: Janek, Kyle
Relating to the definition of a primary job with respect to a project that may be undertaken by a development corporation.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Refer to s/c on Emrg Tech & Econ Dev by Pres
SB 937 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to projects that may be undertaken by certain development corporations in connection with business development or activity.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in subcommittee
SB 1034 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the use of gifts to fund technology workforce development grants and to the evaluation of the technology workforce development grant program.
Senate: Education
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1038 79-0 (2005)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Oliveira, Rene
Relating to authorizing a special events trust fund to support certain Olympic events, including training and development activities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 1098 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to projects that may be undertaken by certain development corporations in connection with business development or activity.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Refer to s/c on Emrg Tech & Econ Dev by Pres
SB 1105 79-0 (2005)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to defense adjustment management authorities.
House: Defense Affairs & State-Federal Relations Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
SB 1109 79-0 (2005)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to use of the money from the Texas Enterprise Fund to benefit small-business concerns.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in subcommittee
SB 1142 79-0 (2005)
Author: Carona, John | et. al.Sponsor: Hamric, Peggy
Relating to the creation of a film industry incentive program.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 1198 79-0 (2005)
Author: Ellis, RodneySponsor: Puente, Robert
Relating to the determination of the portion of the tax increment produced by a municipality that the municipality is required to pay into the tax increment fund for a reinvestment zone.
House: Local Government Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1199 79-0 (2005)
Author: Ellis, RodneySponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the deposit of municipal sales and use taxes into a tax increment fund.
House: Local Government Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1232 79-0 (2005)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to certain powers of river authorities engaged in the distribution and sale of electric energy to the public, including the Lower Colorado River Authority.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
SB 1254 79-0 (2005)
Author: Brimer, Kim
Relating to extending the terms and conditions under which an enterprise project may continue to receive franchise tax credit for job creation and capital investment.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute
SB 1337 79-0 (2005)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to the governor's study of emerging technology and economic development.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Refer to s/c on Emrg Tech & Econ Dev by Pres
SB 1358 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the creation of a public redevelopment agency by certain municipalities; granting the power to allocate ad valorem tax revenue, the authority to issue bonds, and the power of eminent domain.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1412 79-0 (2005)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to authorizing industrial development corporations to undertake projects in connection with educational facilities and learning centers.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute
SB 1413 79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.Sponsor: Smith, Wayne
Relating to county brownfield cleanup and economic redevelopment programs.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 1439 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to strategic investment areas qualifying for the franchise tax credit for certain research and development activities.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1440 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Luna, Vilma
Relating to the use of sales tax revenue to pay or secure certain municipal public securities.
House: Local Government Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 1481 79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapleigh, EliotSponsor: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to powers and duties of the Texas Military Preparedness Commission.
House: Defense Affairs & State-Federal Relations Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
SB 1639 79-0 (2005)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to a project that may be undertaken by a certain development corporation in connection with the promotion or development of new or expanded business enterprises.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in subcommittee
SB 1726 79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the financing of water and sewer programs in disadvantaged areas.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
SB 1744 79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the creation of the Texas-Mexico Strategic Investment Commission.
House: Border & International Affairs Senate: International Relations & Trade
Referred to Border and International Affairs
SB 1856 79-0 (2005)
Author: Deuell, BobSponsor: Flynn, Dan
Relating to tax increment financing.
House: Local Government Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
SB 1879 79-0 (2005)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Puente, Robert
Relating to the creation of special districts for improvements in certain counties, including authority to acquire, construct, and improve water, wastewater, and drainage improvements; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Point of order sustained
HB 73 79-1 (2005)
Author: Peña, Aaron
Relating to the use of the power of eminent domain by a political subdivision.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 78 79-1 (2005)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to the use of eminent domain by certain governmental entities and development corporations.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 116 79-1 (2005)
Author: Woolley, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to limiting the use of eminent domain to take private property for economic development purposes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Committee report sent to Calendars
HJR 19 79-1 (2005)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to restrict the state or a political subdivision from taking private property for the primary purpose of economic development or to benefit a particular class of identifiable individuals.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 41 79-1 (2005)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the use of sales tax revenue to pay or secure certain municipal public securities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 62 79-1 (2005)
Author: Janek, Kyle | et. al.Sponsor: Woolley, Beverly
Relating to limiting the use of eminent domain to take private property for private parties or economic development purposes and to certain eminent domain procedures.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: State Affairs
House refuses to grant request conf comm-rept
SB 78 79-1 (2005)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the use of the power of eminent domain.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SJR 9 79-1 (2005)
Author: Janek, Kyle
Proposing a constitutional amendment to prohibit the taking of private property for the purpose of economic development.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SJR 10 79-1 (2005)
Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to prohibit a political subdivision from taking private property for the primary purpose of economic development.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SJR 15 79-1 (2005)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Proposing a constitutional amendment to prohibit taking of property through eminent domain for economic development, except in certain circumstances, or to raise certain revenue.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 8 79-2 (2005)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to property tax relief and protection of taxpayers, certain taxes, fees, and property, and other matters relating to the financing of public schools; providing civil and criminal penalties; making an appropriation.
House: Public Education Reform, Select
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 12 79-2 (2005)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to limiting the use of eminent domain to take private property for private parties or economic development purposes and to certain eminent domain procedures.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 15 79-2 (2005)
Author: Peña, Aaron
Relating to the use of the power of eminent domain by a political subdivision.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 16 79-2 (2005)
Author: Woolley, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to limits on the use of the power of eminent domain.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 21 79-2 (2005)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to state taxes and financing schools through those taxes; providing penalties.
House: Property Tax Relief, Select
Referred to Property Tax Relief, Select
HB 65 79-2 (2005)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to limiting the use of eminent domain to take private property for private uses or economic development purposes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 66 79-2 (2005)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank | et. al.
Relating to the exercise of the power of eminent domain.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 67 79-2 (2005)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the authority of the Tarrant Regional Water District to exercise the power of eminent domain.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HJR 11 79-2 (2005)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to prohibit the state or a political subdivision from taking private property for the primary purpose of economic development or to benefit a particular class of identifiable individuals.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
SB 7 79-2 (2005)
Author: Janek, Kyle | et. al.Sponsor: Woolley, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to limits on the use of the power of eminent domain.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: State Affairs
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 26 79-2 (2005)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the use of the power of eminent domain.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 41 79-2 (2005)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the exercise of the power of eminent domain.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SJR 5 79-2 (2005)
Author: Janek, Kyle
Proposing a constitutional amendment to prohibit the state or a political subdivision from taking private property for the primary purpose of economic development or to benefit a particular class of identifiable individuals.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 104 79-3 (2006)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to a bill of rights for the poor.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 109 79-3 (2006)
Author: Frost, Stephen
Relating to the authority of school districts to enter into property tax abatement agreements in connection with closed or realigned military facilities.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 131 79-3 (2006)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to authority of certain enterprise projects to receive franchise tax credits for job creation and capital investment.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 26 79-3 (2006)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to a franchise tax credit for certain corporations developing ISO (International Organization for Standardization) 25,000 manufacturing protocols.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 28 79-3 (2006)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to franchise tax credits for certain economic development activities.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 32 79-3 (2006)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the authority of school districts to enter into property tax abatement agreements in connection with closed or realigned military facilities.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 39 79-3 (2006)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to facilitating and supporting efforts of certain municipalities and counties to promote economic development by hosting certain major sporting or athletic events.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Refer to s/c on Emrg Tech & Econ Dev by Pres
HB 104 78-0 (2003)
Author: Chavez, Norma | et. al.
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of tangible personal property held temporarily at a location in this state for assembling, storing, manufacturing, processing, or fabricating purposes.
House: Local Government Ways and Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 407 78-0 (2003)
Author: Miller, Sid
Relating to water improvement projects authorized to be undertaken by certain economic development corporations.
House: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 654 78-0 (2003)
Author: Pickett, Joseph | et. al.
Relating to tax increment financing under the Tax Increment Financing Act in certain cities that border Mexico.
House: Border and International Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 666 78-0 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to value-added processing of agricultural goods into fuel ethanol and biodiesel and the fuel ethanol and biodiesel incentive program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock
HB 667 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the use of appropriations in the Smart Jobs Fund as business location incentives; making an appropriation.
House: Economic Development
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 765 78-0 (2003)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the terms and conditions of an ad valorem tax abatement agreement and the consequences of noncompliance by a property owner with a tax abatement agreement.
House: Local Government Ways and Means
Referred to Local Government Ways and Means
HB 777 78-0 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
Relating to value-added processing of agricultural goods into fuel ethanol and biodiesel and the fuel ethanol and biodiesel incentive program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Considered in Calendars
HB 905 78-0 (2003)
Author: Mowery, Anna
Relating to the authority of a taxing unit to enter into and the terms of ad valorem tax abatement agreements.
House: Local Government Ways and Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1229 78-0 (2003)
Author: Miller, Sid
Relating to eligibility for appointment to the board of directors of an economic development corporation.
House: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 1867 78-0 (2003)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to criteria for creating a commercial and industrial development zone.
House: Local Government Ways and Means
No action taken in committee
HB 1980 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to excepting certain land from the additional tax imposed on the change of use of land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as open-space land.
House: Local Government Ways and Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 2034 78-0 (2003)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to the creation of a statewide sports commission.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 2254 78-0 (2003)
Author: Flores, Kino
Relating to the eligibility of nonborder areas for certain state assistance and coordinated outreach.
House: Border and International Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2391 78-0 (2003)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the eligibility of certain areas of a municipality or county to participate in certain economic development programs.
House: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 2480 78-0 (2003)
Author: Jones, Jesse
Relating to an increase in taxes on alcoholic beverages and the distribution of that increase to certain municipalities for use in urban renewal projects.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2516 78-0 (2003)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to repealing the refund of sales and franchise taxes to reimburse certain taxes paid on property in a reinvestment zone.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2623 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hegar, Glenn | et. al.
Relating to the use of certain tax incentives by municipalities for certain economic development.
House: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 2699 78-0 (2003)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to a program of grants and loans to provide capital for community development and economic development institutions in economically distressed and low-income areas.
House: Financial Institutions
Referred to Financial Institutions
HB 2700 78-0 (2003)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to authorizing certain counties to exercise certain regulatory authority in the unincorporated area of the county; providing a penalty.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land and Resource Management
HB 2768 78-0 (2003)
Author: Woolley, Beverly
Relating to facilitating and supporting the efforts of certain municipalities and counties to promote economic development by hosting certain sport events and authorizing certain municipalities and counties to issue notes for payment of obligations incurred to bid or prepare for and host those events.
House: Economic Development
Placed on Major State Calendar
HB 2806 78-0 (2003)
Author: Giddings, Helen
Relating to a pilot program creating reinvestment zones to promote the relocation of businesses to certain areas of this state.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2912 78-0 (2003)
Author: Homer, Mark | et. al.Sponsor: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to industrial development corporations; providing a civil penalty.
House: Economic Development Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 2919 78-0 (2003)
Author: Christian, Wayne
Relating to the creation and operation of a Texas Certified Retirement Community Program.
House: Economic Development
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2976 78-0 (2003)
Author: Chavez, Norma | et. al.
Relating to the promotion of and funding for heritage tourism and economic development near the Texas-Mexico border.
House: Border and International Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3075 78-0 (2003)
Author: West, GeorgeSponsor: Bivins, Teel
Relating to local agreements to allow certain development corporations and taxing units to invest in and receive tax revenues from certain regional economic development projects.
House: Local Government Ways and Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3279 78-0 (2003)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use economic development funds to provide educational and job training opportunities.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 3281 78-0 (2003)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to development regulations for certain unincorporated areas in border counties; providing a penalty.
House: Border and International Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3323 78-0 (2003)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the creation of the Texas Enterprise Fund.
House: Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3431 78-0 (2003)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to promoting economic development by accelerating the commercialization of the fuel cell industry in Texas through a statewide demonstration incentive program, a temporary tax exemption, leveraging federal funds, coordination of research and development, and market analysis.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred to Regulated Industries
HB 3523 78-0 (2003)
Author: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to the creation, operation, administration, powers, duties, and financing of the Temple Health and Biosciences Economic Development District and Authority; providing the certain authorities.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 3548 78-0 (2003)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to economic development financing, programs, and incentives.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 3549 78-0 (2003)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the establishment, operation, and funding of the Texas Economic Development Bank and to the administration and operation of the product development, small business incubator, and enterprise zone programs.
House: Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HR 1772 78-0 (2003)
Author: Garza, Timoteo
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1952.
1 hr. notice-for consideration
SB 15 78-0 (2003)
Author: Madla, Frank | et. al.Sponsor: Puente, Robert
Relating to the use of appropriations in the Smart Jobs Fund as business location incentives; making an appropriation.
House: Economic Development Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
SB 353 78-0 (2003)
Author: Shapleigh, EliotSponsor: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to tax increment financing under the Tax Increment Financing Act in certain cities that border Mexico.
House: Border and International Affairs Senate: International Relations and Trade
Effective immediately
SB 495 78-0 (2003)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of tangible personal property held at certain locations only temporarily for assembling, manufacturing, processing, or other commercial purposes.
Senate: Finance
Co-author authorized
SB 517 78-0 (2003)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas Border Strategic Investment Commission.
Senate: International Relations and Trade
Co-author authorized
SB 659 78-0 (2003)
Author: Brimer, Kim | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the economic development coordinator; the abolition of the Texas Department of Economic Development and the transfer of its functions to the economic development coordinator; and the establishment of economic and business development programs to be administered by the economic development coordinator.
Senate: Government Organization
No action taken in committee
SB 785 78-0 (2003)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the compilation of information regarding economic development incentives by local workforce development boards.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 786 78-0 (2003)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.Sponsor: Chavez, Norma
Relating to establishing task forces in certain border communities to study impediments to trade in the border region.
House: Border and International Affairs Senate: International Relations and Trade
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 1143 78-0 (2003)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Corte, Frank | et. al.
Relating to designation of defense economic readjustment zones and defense readjustment projects.
House: Defense Affairs and State-Federal Relations Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
SB 1262 78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the use of certain incentives by municipalities for certain economic development.
House: Economic Development Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
House appoints conferees-reported
SB 1295 78-0 (2003)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.Sponsor: Corte, Frank
Relating to providing financial assistance to defense communities.
House: Defense Affairs and State-Federal Relations Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
SB 1435 78-0 (2003)
Author: Staples, Todd
Relating to the use of certain tax incentives by municipalities for certain economic development.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1492 78-0 (2003)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to economic incentives for corporations located in distressed counties.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1530 78-0 (2003)
Author: Brimer, Kim
Relating to the establishment of economic and business development programs to be administered by the Texas Department of Economic Development.
Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Government Organization
SB 1651 78-0 (2003)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the use of development corporations to improve local telecommunications infrastructure.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Economic Development
SB 1771 78-0 (2003)
Author: Brimer, Kim | et. al.Sponsor: Keffer, Jim
Relating to economic development programs and funding.
House: Economic Development Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 1802 78-0 (2003)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the creation, operation, administration, powers, duties, and financing of the Temple Health and Biosciences Economic Development District and Authority.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1882 78-0 (2003)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to facilitating and supporting the efforts of certain municipalities to promote economic development by hosting the Pan American Games, the Olympic Games, the Super Bowl, the NCAA Final Four, the NBA All Star Game, the MLB All Star Game, BCS Games, and World Cup Soccer Games, and events and activities related to any of the foregoing; authorizing certain municipalities and certain counties to issue notes for payment of obligations incurred to bid for, prepare for, and host any of the foregoing events.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1944 78-0 (2003)
Author: Fraser, TroySponsor: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to the creation of the Temple Health and Bioscience Economic Development District; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: Local Government Ways and Means Senate: Business & Commerce
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
SB 1952 78-0 (2003)
Author: Ellis, RodneySponsor: Swinford, David | et. al.
Relating to the reorganization of, efficiency in, and other reform measures applying to state government.
House: Government Reform Senate: Government Organization
Rules suspended
SJR 49 78-0 (2003)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds to fund economic development projects relating to military installations in the state.
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
No action taken in subcommittee
SB 25 78-3 (2003)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to certain projects under the Development Corporation Act of 1979.
Filed
HB 7 77-0 (2001)
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.Sponsor: Sibley, David
Relating to creating the Office of Rural Community Affairs.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: State Affairs
See remarks for effective date
HB 34 77-0 (2001)
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Relating to the authority of municipalities to use economic development funds to provide educational and job training opportunities.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 153 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to developing an international trade and development program for Texas-grown agricultural products.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock
HB 282 77-0 (2001)
Author: Homer, Mark
Relating to the sale of assets of certain economic development corporations.
House: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 323 77-0 (2001)
Author: Oliveira, Rene | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to establishing a center for border economic and enterprise development at The University of Texas at Brownsville.
House: Economic Development Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 438 77-0 (2001)
Author: Gallego, Pete | et. al.
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of tangible personal property held at certain locations only temporarily for assembling, manufacturing, processing, or other commercial purposes.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 494 77-0 (2001)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use economic development funds to provide educational and job training opportunities.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 499 77-0 (2001)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
Relating to agricultural policy for the state.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 550 77-0 (2001)
Author: Mowery, Anna
Relating to a prohibition on ad valorem tax abatement agreements covering certain property located in air quality nonattainment areas.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 681 77-0 (2001)
Author: Hawley, Judy | et. al.
Relating to an economic development program administered by the Texas Department of Agriculture.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 693 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bosse, Fred | et. al.
Relating to the creation, powers, and boundaries of certain municipal development districts.
House: Urban Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 699 77-0 (2001)
Author: Gutierrez, Roberto
Relating to a review of transportation facilities related to international trade.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 755 77-0 (2001)
Author: Gallego, Pete | et. al.
Relating to the allocation of a portion of the sales tax for promoting tourism.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 782 77-0 (2001)
Author: Tillery, DaleSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the ability of a development corporation to receive funding from a municipality.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 788 77-0 (2001)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
Relating to a study of certain effects of fuel ethanol and biodiesel production in this state.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 819 77-0 (2001)
Author: Counts, David | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to transfer of the Office of Rural Affairs to the Department of Agriculture.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 820 77-0 (2001)
Author: Giddings, HelenSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the number of qualified businesses designated as enterprise projects in certain counties or municipalities.
House: Economic Development Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 829 77-0 (2001)
Author: Hill, Fred | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of certain areas for certain colonia funding programs.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 838 77-0 (2001)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the application of the open meetings law and the public information law to the governing body of an economic development corporation.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 858 77-0 (2001)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.Sponsor: Staples, Todd
Relating to the effect of a deed of conveyance of tax foreclosed property resold by a municipality for urban redevelopment purposes.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 931 77-0 (2001)
Author: Solis, JimSponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to a coordinated economic development plan for the state.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 932 77-0 (2001)
Author: Solis, Jim
Relating to requiring information from the comptroller about state and local activities relating to economic development.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 1053 77-0 (2001)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the creation of commercial and industrial development zones in certain populous counties; providing for taxes and the issuance of bonds.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 1101 77-0 (2001)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to a state strategic health plan.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 1171 77-0 (2001)
Author: Flores, Kino
Relating to establishing task forces in certain border communities to study impediments to trade in the border region.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1194 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brimer, KimSponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the eligibility of certain property owned or leased by a local official for ad valorem tax abatement or tax increment financing.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 1200 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brimer, Kim | et. al.Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the enactment of the Texas Economic Development Act, authorizing certain ad valorem tax incentives for economic development, including authorizing school districts to provide tax relief for certain corporations and limited liability companies that make large investments that create jobs in this state, to authorizing the imposition of certain impact fees, and to continuing the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
HB 1390 77-0 (2001)
Author: Najera, Manny | et. al.Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to create an industrial development district.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 1439 77-0 (2001)
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a municipal development corporation to provide educational and job training; authorizing the imposition of certain local taxes and the issuance of local bonds; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Economic Development
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 1448 77-0 (2001)
Author: Oliveira, ReneSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to authorizing the governing body of a municipality or a county to enter into a tax abatement agreement with the owner of a leasehold interest in real property that is located in a reinvestment zone.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1449 77-0 (2001)
Author: Oliveira, ReneSponsor: Sibley, David
Relating to the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act and to the expiration of that Act.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1485 77-0 (2001)
Author: Hawley, Judy
Relating to the creation of a county development district and to the use of revenue of the district.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 1538 77-0 (2001)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the creation of a commercial and industrial development zone; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 1592 77-0 (2001)
Author: Kitchen, Ann | et. al.Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to a project of an industrial development corporation.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 1710 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brimer, Kim
Relating to the financing of certain economic development projects.
House: Ways & Means
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1880 77-0 (2001)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the creation, operation, and administration of agricultural development districts and granting the power of eminent domain and the authority to issue bonds.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1990 77-0 (2001)
Author: Turner, SylvesterSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the creation of the Near Northwest Management District; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2040 77-0 (2001)
Author: Hawley, JudySponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to defense base development authorities created by certain municipalities.
House: State, Federal & International Relations Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
HB 2369 77-0 (2001)
Author: George, Kenn | et. al.
Relating to state financing of the development and production of Texas biotechnological and biomedical products and small businesses; providing for the issuance of bonds.
House: Financial Institutions
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2372 77-0 (2001)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the role of the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission in economic development of the state.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 2379 77-0 (2001)
Author: Junell, RobertSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the authority of certain development corporations to undertake water supply or conservation projects.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 2401 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lewis, RonSponsor: Brown, J. E.
Relating to programs and funding methods that promote water conservation among certain state and local entities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 2595 77-0 (2001)
Author: Chavez, Norma | et. al.
Relating to a one-stop online service for new businesses.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2672 77-0 (2001)
Author: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to a pilot program to fund research and development assistance for small businesses.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 2752 77-0 (2001)
Author: Jones, Elizabeth
Relating to the contracting authority of, authorized uses for tax proceeds by, and eligibility for participation in tax increment financing of certain hospital districts.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2808 77-0 (2001)
Author: Chavez, Norma | et. al.Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the creation and powers of a North American Free Trade Agreement impact zone.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 2870 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ramsay, TomSponsor: Staples, Todd
Relating to the authority of a commissioners court of a county to develop and administer an economic development program for making loans or grants of public money.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2941 77-0 (2001)
Author: Capelo, Jaime
Relating to the creation of technological development zones in certain populous counties; providing for the power of eminent domain and the issuance of bonds.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2998 77-0 (2001)
Author: Callegari, Bill | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Energy Corridor Management District; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: County Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3031 77-0 (2001)
Author: Pitts, Jim
Relating to a one-stop online service for new businesses.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3127 77-0 (2001)
Author: Walker, Gary | et. al.
Relating to county development regulations in certain unincorporated areas.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 3178 77-0 (2001)
Author: Solis, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the requirement that certain persons associated with development corporations complete a training seminar on the operation and administration of development corporations; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 3271 77-0 (2001)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the regulation of state subsidies granted for economic development purposes.
House: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 3294 77-0 (2001)
Author: Wise, Miguel | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the provision of housing and related forms of assistance to residents of colonias and residents of other underserved regions of this state.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
No action taken in committee
HB 3298 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bonnen, DennisSponsor: Brown, J. E.
Relating to the contracting authority of and authorized uses for corporate revenue by certain industrial development corporations.
House: Economic Development Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3374 77-0 (2001)
Author: Hawley, Judy
Relating to the availability and deployment of advanced telecommunications services for economic development and providing of funding.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land and Resource Management
HB 3387 77-0 (2001)
Author: Dunnam, JimSponsor: Sibley, David
Relating to the disposition of public property in a defense economic readjustment zone.
House: State, Federal & International Relations Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 3391 77-0 (2001)
Author: Oliveira, Rene
Relating to the definition of a strategic investment area for purposes of certain tax credits.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 3401 77-0 (2001)
Author: Denny, Mary
Relating to the location of concrete or asphalt batch plants.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 3415 77-0 (2001)
Author: McClendon, RuthSponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the development and use of landfill gas for state energy and environmental purposes.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 3452 77-0 (2001)
Author: Gallego, Pete | et. al.Sponsor: Sibley, David
Relating to the abolition and transfer of functions of the Texas Department of Economic Development, the operation, funding, and administration of the smart jobs fund program, and the creation of the Office of Strategic Business Development.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 3532 77-0 (2001)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the creation of commercial and industrial development zones in certain populous counties; providing for taxes and the issuance of bonds.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3560 77-0 (2001)
Author: Denny, Mary | et. al.
Relating to the location of certain concrete and asphalt plants.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3614 77-0 (2001)
Author: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to a program of grants and loans to provide capital for community development and economic development institutions in economically distressed and low-income areas.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 3634 77-0 (2001)
Author: Farrar, JessicaSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the creation of the Greater Northside Management District; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3639 77-0 (2001)
Author: Danburg, Debra | et. al.Sponsor: Brown, J. E.
Relating to the expansion of the boundaries and the number of members of the board of the Upper Kirby Management District.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 3647 77-0 (2001)
Author: Glaze, BobSponsor: Cain, David
Relating to the creation of the Smith County Economic Development District; providing the authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3654 77-0 (2001)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the creation of the Frisco Square Management District; providing the authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: County Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3682 77-0 (2001)
Author: Alexander, ClydeSponsor: Ogden, Steve
Relating to the creation, administration, powers and duties of the NTM Improvement District; providing authority to impose taxes and issue bonds.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
HCR 10 77-0 (2001)
Author: Noriega, Rick
Requesting TxDOT to assist the federal government to establish DCLs at the Texas-Mexico border crossings in order to facilitate cross-border employment, and the free movement of people and goods.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HCR 75 77-0 (2001)
Author: Najera, Manny
Memorializing congress to amend federal law pertaining to membership on policy committees of metropolitan planning organizations and allow inclusion of persons representing another nation to enable MPOs along the border to work closely with their counterparts in Mexico.
House: Transportation
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HCR 249 77-0 (2001)
Author: Wohlgemuth, Arlene
Encouraging Boeing to move its new corporate headquarters to the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HCR 256 77-0 (2001)
Author: Gallego, PeteSponsor: Madla, Frank
Memorializing Congress to relocate the U.S. Border Patrol training academy to the southwest Texas border region.
House: State, Federal & International Relations Senate: State Affairs
Signed by the Governor
HCR 274 77-0 (2001)
Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al.
Memorializing congress to remove trade, financial, and travel restrictions relating to Cuba.
House: State, Federal & International Relations Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HCR 297 77-0 (2001)
Author: Chisum, WarrenSponsor: Sibley, David
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make technical corrections to H.B. No. 7.
Signed by the Governor
HCR 315 77-0 (2001)
Author: Turner, BobSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make a technical correction to H.B. No. 2040.
Signed by the Governor
HJR 25 77-0 (2001)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Proposing a constitutional amendment to exempt from ad valorem taxation certain tangible personal property held at certain locations only temporarily for assembling, manufacturing, processing, or other commercial purposes.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HR 315 77-0 (2001)
Author: Seaman, Gene | et. al.
Supporting the efforts of the Texas Aerospace Commission and others to bring a spaceport to Texas.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 143 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to a coordinated economic development plan for the state.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 174 77-0 (2001)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Gallego, Pete
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of tangible personal property held at certain locations only temporarily for assembling, manufacturing, processing, or other commercial purposes.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 246 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.Sponsor: Gutierrez, Roberto
Relating to a review of transportation projects related to international trade.
House: Transportation Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 260 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bernsen, David
Relating to the maximum age of a participant in the Young Farmer Loan Guarantee Program.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 274 77-0 (2001)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Jones, Elizabeth
Relating to the contracting authority of, authorized uses for tax proceeds by, and eligibility for participation in tax increment financing of Bexar County Hospital District, Nueces County Hospital District, El Paso County Hospital District, and Harris County Hospital District.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 275 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, EliotSponsor: Solis, Jim
Relating to requiring information from the comptroller of public accounts about state and local activities relating to economic development.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 321 77-0 (2001)
Author: Sibley, David
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Economic Development and the operation, funding, and administration of the smart jobs fund program.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 326 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Solis, Jim
Relating to the creation of an initiative unit to develop a Texas-Mexico Commerce and International Relations Coordinated Plan.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 331 77-0 (2001)
Author: Haywood, Tom | et. al.Sponsor: Swinford, David
Relating to agricultural policy for the state.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 417 77-0 (2001)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Bosse, Fred
Relating to the creation, powers, and boundaries of certain municipal development districts.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 424 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, EliotSponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to a state strategic health plan.
House: Public Health Senate: Business & Commerce
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 468 77-0 (2001)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the creation of commercial and industrial development zones in certain populous counties; providing for taxes and the issuance of bonds.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 508 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to establishing task forces in certain border communities to study impediments to trade in the border region.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to State Affairs
SB 550 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bernsen, David | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a life science task force.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 568 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to create an industrial development district.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 607 77-0 (2001)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.Sponsor: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the creation of a municipal development corporation to provide educational and job training; authorizing the imposition of certain local taxes; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Economic Development Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 679 77-0 (2001)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to the enactment of the Texas Economic Development Act, authorizing certain ad valorem tax incentives for economic development, including authorizing school districts to provide tax relief for certain corporations and limited liability companies that make large investments that create or maintain jobs in this state, and to continuing the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act.
Senate: Finance
No action taken in committee
SB 746 77-0 (2001)
Author: Staples, ToddSponsor: Hawley, Judy | et. al.
Relating to an economic development program administered by the Texas Department of Agriculture.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 841 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bivins, Teel
Relating to the effect of certain taxes paid into a tax increment fund on the comptroller's determination of the property value of school districts.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 870 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lindsay, JonSponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the authority of a commissioners court of a county to authorize certain community and economic development programs.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 901 77-0 (2001)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to a project of an industrial development corporation.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 985 77-0 (2001)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to authorizing the governing body of a municipality to enter into a tax abatement agreement with the owner of a leasehold interest in real property that is located in a reinvestment zone.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 986 77-0 (2001)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to allowing certain tax abatement agreements to provide for the recapture of lost ad valorem tax revenue if a property owner fails to comply with tax abatement agreement requirements regarding job creation or property value or other agreement requirements.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1044 77-0 (2001)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the ability of a development corporation to receive funding from a municipality.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1226 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lindsay, JonSponsor: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the creation of the Energy Corridor Management District; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1282 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Oliveira, Rene | et. al.
Relating to the funding of port transportation or facility projects or port studies.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 1290 77-0 (2001)
Author: Staples, Todd
Relating to the authority of a commissioners court of a county to develop and administer an economic development program for making loans or grants of public money.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 1333 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brown, J. E.
Relating to programs and funding methods that promote water conservation among certain state and local entities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1480 77-0 (2001)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to the administration of reinvestment zones for tax increment finance and ad valorem tax abatement and to ad valorem tax abatement agreements for property in a reinvestment zone.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
No action taken in committee
SB 1485 77-0 (2001)
Author: Carona, John | et. al.Sponsor: George, Kenn
Relating to state financing of the development and production of Texas biotechnological and biomedical products and small businesses; providing for the issuance of bonds.
House: Financial Institutions Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1500 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the provision of housing and related forms of assistance to residents of colonias and residents of other underserved regions of this state.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1662 77-0 (2001)
Author: Sibley, David
Relating to the expiration of the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1700 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the support and improvement of strategic investment areas and rural areas through the deployment of high-speed and advanced services.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1756 77-0 (2001)
Author: Sibley, David
Relating to creating the Office of Rural Community Affairs.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1782 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.Sponsor: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the creation of the Frisco Square Management District; providing the authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1815 77-0 (2001)
Author: Truan, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: Luna, Vilma
Relating to establishing a loan program to assist communities that may be affected by federal military base closures.
House: State, Federal & International Relations Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 1837 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.Sponsor: Gallego, Pete
Relating to the creation of the Texas Border Strategic Investment Commission; making an appropriation.
House: Appropriations Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
SCR 5 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.
Memorializing Congress to amend federal law pertaining to membership on policy committees of metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs) and allow inclusion of persons representing another nation to enable MPOs along the border to work closely with their counterparts in Mexico.
House: Transportation Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SCR 8 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.
Requesting the Texas Department of Transportation to assist the federal government to establish Dedicated Commuter Lanes at the Texas-Mexico border crossings in order to facilitate cross-border employment, and the free movement of people and goods.
House: Transportation Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Transportation
SCR 54 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bernsen, DavidSponsor: Menendez, Jose | et. al.
Memorializing Congress to remove trade, financial, and travel restrictions relating to Cuba.
House: State, Federal & International Relations Senate: Natural Resources
Filed without the Governor's signature
SJR 6 77-0 (2001)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Gallego, Pete
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation tangible personal property held at certain locations only temporarily for assembling, manufacturing, processing, or other commercial purposes.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Filed with the Secretary of State
SR 315 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brown, J. E. | et. al.
Supporting the efforts of the Texas Aerospace Commission and others to bring a spaceport to Texas.
Reported enrolled
HB 3 70-0 (1987)
Author: Hackney, ClintSponsor: Glasgow, Bob
Relating to an agency for the planning of state economic development.
House: Science & Technology Senate: State Affairs
Effective in 90 days-8/31/87
HB 4 70-0 (1987)
Author: Smith, AshleySponsor: Glasgow, Bob
Relating to economic development and creation of the Texas Department of Commerce; providing for the issuance of bonds.
House: Science & Technology Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/87
