HB 34
87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to presumptive coverage for first responders that contract COVID-19.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 88
87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to interactions between law enforcement and individuals detained or arrested on suspicion of the commission of criminal offenses, witnesses to the commission of those offenses, and other members of the public, to peace officer liability for those interactions, and to the confinement, conviction, or release of detained or arrested individuals.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 409
87-0 (2021)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to waivers for entrance fees to state parks and certain hunting and fishing license fees for resident first responders.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
HB 496
87-0 (2021)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to a peace officer's duty to display and provide the officer's name and identification number; creating a criminal offense.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 541
87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
House: Business & Industry Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 637
87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 638
87-0 (2021)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain political subdivisions to adopt a budget that reduces the amount allocated to provide a fire protection, law enforcement, or emergency medical service.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 709
87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to employment records of certain persons licensed by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 792
87-0 (2021)
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use an alternate work schedule for police dispatchers.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 829
87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to a progressive disciplinary matrix for police officer misconduct in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
HB 1051
87-0 (2021)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the eligibility of emergency service dispatchers to participate in a public safety employees treatment court program.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 1087
87-0 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al.
Relating to acts for which a firefighter or police officer in certain municipalities may be subject to disciplinary procedures.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1089
87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the liability of governmental units under the Texas Tort Claims Act.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 1216
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to civil service commission hearings for certain disciplinary actions against police officers in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1240
87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to the offense of failure to comply with an order from a fire marshal and the authority of certain county employees to issue citations for certain violations; changing a criminal penalty.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 1265
87-0 (2021)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to creating the criminal offense of obstructing or interfering with a first responder or an emergency vehicle.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 1309
87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to indicators of achievement under the public school accountability system.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 1326
87-0 (2021)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the automatic expunction of arrest records and files for certain public safety employees who successfully complete a public safety employees treatment court program.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 1341
87-0 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to waivers for entrance fees to state parks for resident first responders, military service members, and veterans.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
HB 1350
87-0 (2021)
Author: Minjarez, Ina | et. al.
Relating to the publication of certain information regarding certain disciplinary appeals filed by police officers.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 1351
87-0 (2021)
Author: Minjarez, Ina
Relating to eligibility requirements for arbitrators selected to hear certain disciplinary appeals filed by police officers.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 1396
87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to law enforcement agencies and policies and procedures affecting peace officers.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Postponed
HB 1440
87-0 (2021)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to the availability of personal information of individuals who are honorably retired from certain law enforcement positions.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 1498
87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 1561
87-0 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al.
Relating to entrance examinations for applicants for beginning positions in fire and police departments in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1563
87-0 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to the disclosure of information in department files of fire fighters or police officers in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1601
87-0 (2021)
Author: Allison, Steve | et. al.
Relating to a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the appraised value of the residence homesteads of certain peace officers.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1692
87-0 (2021)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony
Relating to the amounts budgeted by certain political subdivisions for fire protection, law enforcement, or emergency medical services.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1747
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to a recommendation by the COVID-19 Expert Vaccine Allocation Panel to prioritize first responders in vaccine allocation and distribution.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 1757
87-0 (2021)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to recordings of peace officer performance of official duties and interactions with the public; creating a criminal offense.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
HB 1819
87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the powers of board members of certain emergency services districts.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1900
87-0 (2021)
Author: Goldman, Craig | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to municipalities that adopt budgets that defund municipal police departments.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1928
87-0 (2021)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to employment information and records regarding certain persons licensed by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 1940
87-0 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to the appeal to a civil service commission of a disciplinary suspension of a fire fighter or police officer in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1943
87-0 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to requiring law enforcement agencies to adopt policies prohibiting a peace officer from discharging a firearm at or in the direction of a moving vehicle; creating a criminal offense.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 1973
87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to the investigation of municipal fire fighters in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
HB 2002
87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
Relating to prohibited adverse employment action against certain first responders based on mental illness.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2008
87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the suspension of the license of a dishonorably discharged law enforcement officer.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 2047
87-0 (2021)
Author: Talarico, James | et. al.
Relating to the employment of certain peace officers, detention officers, county jailers, or firefighters who are injured in the course and scope of duty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2073
87-0 (2021)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.Sponsor: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to quarantine leave for fire fighters, peace officers, detention officers, and emergency medical technicians employed by, appointed by, or elected for a political subdivision.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
HB 2087
87-0 (2021)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.
Relating to mandatory arbitration for certain municipal fire departments and employee bargaining agents.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2154
87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to a peace officer training advisory committee.
House: House Administration
Referred to House Administration
HB 2171
87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of certain retired firefighters and emergency medical services providers to purchase continued health benefits coverage.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2192
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the salary reclassification of certain positions with the Texas Department of Insurance State Fire Marshal's Office.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 2242
87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to illness or injury leave of absence for county and municipal firefighters, police officers, and emergency medical services personnel.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Scheduled for public hearing on . . .
HB 2364
87-0 (2021)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the extraterritorial jurisdiction of and municipal annexation by certain municipalities.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 2438
87-0 (2021)
Author: Meyer, Morgan
Relating to a limitation on property tax rates for municipalities that adopt budgets that defund municipal police departments.
House: Ways & Means
Postponed
HB 2485
87-0 (2021)
Author: Herrero, Abel | et. al.
Relating to the exemption of certain firefighters and police officers from jury service.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
HB 2496
87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckley, Brad | et. al.
Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for certain volunteer firefighters, fire protection personnel, and industrial firefighters.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 2502
87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to lifetime income benefits under the workers' compensation system.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 2561
87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to deputy sheriff civil service appeals of certain sheriff's department actions.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2592
87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to authorizing certain municipalities and counties to enter into interlocal contracts for the provision of law enforcement services.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 2650
87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to law enforcement agency policies regarding the placement of a child taken into possession by a peace officer during the arrest of a person.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2773
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the dismissal of the department head of a police department in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 2826
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to access to and review of a person's employment records held by a law enforcement agency.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 2832
87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homesteads of certain disabled first responders and their surviving spouses.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2869
87-0 (2021)
Author: Longoria, Oscar | et. al.
Relating to binding interest arbitration for fire fighters in certain political subdivisions.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2895
87-0 (2021)
Author: Romero, Ramon
Relating to law enforcement policies for peace officer response to certain family violence offenses.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 2939
87-0 (2021)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to a certification election to recognize a police officers association as the bargaining agent for certain police officers.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2962
87-0 (2021)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to municipal authority to prohibit police or fire department employees from signing certain employment petitions.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3120
87-0 (2021)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of an injured employee for lifetime income benefits under the workers' compensation system.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 3173
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lopez, Ray
Relating to certain peace officer hiring policies related to applicant credit history.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 3174
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lopez, Ray
Relating to certain peace officer hiring policies regarding applicants with a history of marihuana use.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 3259
87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to the employment of certain peace officers, detention officers, county jailers, or firefighters who are injured in the course and scope of duty.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 3398
87-0 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the composition of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3400
87-0 (2021)
Author: Paddie, ChrisSponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the transfer of certain public school students who are children of peace officers.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Placed on intent calendar
HB 3461
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the supervision of the chief of police of a private institution of higher education's police department.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
HB 3652
87-0 (2021)
Author: Slawson, Shelby | et. al.
Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for certain conduct engaged in while participating in a riot and to restitution for property damage resulting from participating in a riot.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 3778
87-0 (2021)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.
Relating to a border operations training program for peace officers employed by local law enforcement agencies.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 3816
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3841
87-0 (2021)
Author: Cole, Sheryl
Relating to the adjustment of the voter-approval tax rate of a taxing unit to reflect public spending necessary to correct a deficiency in the first response capacity of a fire or police department of the taxing unit.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3935
87-0 (2021)
Author: Slawson, Shelby
Relating to the distribution of municipal sales and use tax revenue to a municipality that reduces the funding allocated to law enforcement agencies.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 4052
87-0 (2021)
Author: Jetton, Jacey
Relating to voter approval of a county or municipal budget that reduces by a certain percentage the amount allocated to train and compensate individuals who provide a fire protection, law enforcement, or emergency medical service.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4301
87-0 (2021)
Author: Dean, Jay | et. al.
Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 4368
87-0 (2021)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to participation in, contributions to, and the benefits and administration of retirement systems for police officers in certain municipalities.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 4385
87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Relating to medical benefits under the workers' compensation system.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 4438
87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Julie
Relating to the appeal to a hearing examiner of a promotional bypass or disciplinary action taken against a police officer in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 4463
87-0 (2021)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to certain complaints against and training for peace officers.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 4506
87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny
Relating to the regulation of certain hazardous substances used in firefighting products; providing civil penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HJR 83
87-0 (2021)
Author: Allison, Steve | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the appraised value of the residence homesteads of certain peace officers.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HJR 119
87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the market value of the residence homesteads of certain disabled first responders and their surviving spouses.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 22
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
House: Business & Industry Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 23
87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to an election to approve a reduction or reallocation of funding or resources for certain county law enforcement agencies.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 1/1/22
SB 107
87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 161
87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to interactions between law enforcement and individuals detained or arrested on suspicion of the commission of criminal offenses, witnesses to the commission of those offenses, and other members of the public, to peace officer liability for those interactions, and to the confinement, conviction, or release of detained or arrested individuals.
Withdrawn by the Author
SB 333
87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the disciplinary suspension of police officers in certain municipalities.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 352
87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the suspension of the license of a dishonorably discharged law enforcement officer.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 382
87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to indicators of achievement under the public school accountability system.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 451
87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the release of a child taken into possession by a law enforcement officer.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 463
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 504
87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, BorrisSponsor: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to authority of certain county fire marshals to inspect group homes; authorizing a fee; creating a criminal offense.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 527
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 658
87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the offense of failure to comply with an order from a fire marshal and the authority of certain county employees to issue citations for certain violations; changing a criminal penalty.
Senate: Local Government
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 664
87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to procedures for peace officers and emergency medical services personnel who respond to calls involving an alleged or suspected act of strangulation.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Left pending in committee
SB 786
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the eligibility of certain retired firefighters and emergency medical services providers to purchase continued health benefits coverage.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
SB 837
87-0 (2021)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to hiring and licensing certain veterans as peace officers.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 841
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to the availability of personal information of individuals who are honorably retired from certain law enforcement positions.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 897
87-0 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to the composition of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
Senate: Local Government
No action taken in committee
SB 912
87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.Sponsor: Slawson, Shelby
Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for certain conduct engaged in while participating in a riot and to restitution for property damage resulting from participating in a riot.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 913
87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the ineligibility of certain local governments for certain criminal justice grants as a result of budget reductions affecting local law enforcement agencies.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 932
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to a border operations training program for peace officers employed by local law enforcement agencies.
Senate: Veteran Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 974
87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to access to certain law enforcement, corrections, and prosecutorial records under the public information law.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 1071
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to disability retirement benefits for certain peace officers under the Employees Retirement System of Texas.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1324
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the investigation of municipal fire fighters.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 1359
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.Sponsor: White, James
Relating to adoption by law enforcement agencies of a mental health leave policy for peace officers.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1401
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to quarantine leave for fire fighters, peace officers, and emergency medical technicians employed by, appointed by, or elected for a political subdivision.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
SB 1405
87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the prohibition of certain police force reductions in certain populous municipalities.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 1406
87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to police cadet training in certain municipalities.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 1450
87-0 (2021)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of an injured employee for lifetime income benefits under the workers' compensation system.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1660
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to payroll deductions for state and local government employee organizations.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1805
87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to municipal civil service for fire fighters and police officers.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 1811
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to Firefighters Enrolled in Fire Science Courses
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
SB 1848
87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to law enforcement policies for peace officer response to certain family violence offenses.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 2073
87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the regulation of certain hazardous substances used in firefighting products; providing civil penalties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 11
87-1 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to the appeal to a civil service commission of a disciplinary suspension of a fire fighter or police officer in certain municipalities.
Filed
HB 12
87-1 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to acts for which a firefighter or police officer in certain municipalities may be subject to disciplinary procedures.
Filed
HB 255
87-1 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to waivers for entrance fees to state parks for resident first responders, military service members, and veterans.
Filed
HB 263
87-1 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to entrance examinations for applicants for beginning positions in fire and police departments in certain municipalities.
Filed
SB 21
87-1 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to a border operations training program for peace officers employed by local law enforcement agencies.
Filed
HB 180
87-2 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to a grant program to provide grants to law enforcement agencies to equip certain motor vehicles with bullet-resistant windshields.
Filed
HB 222
87-2 (2021)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.
Relating to a border operations training program for peace officers employed by local law enforcement agencies.
Filed
HB 226
87-2 (2021)
Author: Jetton, Jacey | et. al.
Relating to education benefits at public institutions of higher education for certain survivors of public servants.
Filed
HB 85
87-3 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to a grant program to provide grants to law enforcement agencies to equip certain motor vehicles with bullet-resistant windshields.
Filed
HB 133
87-3 (2021)
Author: Jetton, JaceySponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to education benefits at public institutions of higher education for certain survivors of public servants.
House: Higher Education Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
SB 46
87-3 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to education benefits at public institutions of higher education for certain survivors of public servants.
Filed
HB 319
86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Ken
Relating to the creation of a grant program to assist fire departments and volunteer fire departments with the purchase of certain equipment and machines.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 354
86-0 (2019)
Author: Herrero, Abel | et. al.
Relating to exemption of certain firefighters and police officers from jury service.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 359
86-0 (2019)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the employment of certain peace officers, detention officers, county jailers, or firefighters who are injured in the course and scope of duty.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 381
86-0 (2019)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.Sponsor: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to eligibility for the Texas Peace Officers' Memorial Monument.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 534
86-0 (2019)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the eligibility of emergency service dispatchers to participate in a public safety employees treatment court program.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 611
86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to the acceptance of certain voters at a polling place.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
HB 647
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the disciplinary actions that may be taken against police officers in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 655
86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to a peace officer training advisory committee.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 695
86-0 (2019)
Author: Clardy, TravisSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 766
86-0 (2019)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to exemptions for disabled peace officers and fire fighters from payment of tuition and fees at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
HB 1064
86-0 (2019)
Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to designating May 4 as Texas Firefighters Day.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1091
86-0 (2019)
Author: Vo, Hubert | et. al.
Relating to hiring and licensing certain veterans as peace officers.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1115
86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to law enforcement agency policies regarding the placement of a child taken into possession by a peace officer during a person's arrest and placement information provided to the person.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1383
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to exemption of certain firefighters and police officers from jury service.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 1492
86-0 (2019)
Author: Wray, John | et. al.
Relating to benefits for peace officers who suffer from certain diseases or illnesses.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 1530
86-0 (2019)
Author: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas, the conditional transfer of the driver licensing program to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, the abolition of the Texas Private Security Board, the transfer of the motorcycle and off-highway vehicle operator training programs to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, and the regulation of other programs administered by the Department of Public Safety; imposing an administrative penalty; authorizing and repealing the authorization for fees.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 1861
86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the criteria to determine compensation and conditions of employment of firefighters and police officers of certain political subdivisions.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1895
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho | et. al.
Relating to the investigation of municipal fire fighters.
House: Urban Affairs
Postponed
HB 1926
86-0 (2019)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to claims for financial assistance for survivors of certain public employees killed in the line of duty.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 2090
86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to deputy sheriff civil service appeals of certain sheriff's department actions.
House: County Affairs
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 2446
86-0 (2019)
Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.Sponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the availability of certain information regarding firefighters, volunteer firefighters, emergency medical services personnel, and fire safety inspectors and the certification and training for fire safety inspectors.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 2741
86-0 (2019)
Author: Minjarez, InaSponsor: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the application of the fire code to and the inspection of buildings owned or leased by counties; authorizing a fee.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
HB 2895
86-0 (2019)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to collective bargaining and conditions of employment for fire fighters and police officers in certain political subdivisions.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 3070
86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Ken | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to grants for emergency assistance under the rural volunteer fire department assistance program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 3293
86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Julie | et. al.
Relating to the business leave time account for a firefighter employee organization in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
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 3464
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to civil service commission hearings for certain disciplinary actions against police officers in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3635
86-0 (2019)
Author: Turner, John | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to financial assistance paid to the survivors of certain law enforcement officers, firefighters, and other public employees killed in the line of duty.
House: Appropriations Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 3676
86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of an injured employee for lifetime income benefits under the workers' compensation system.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3811
86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to the enforcement by certain local governmental entities and campus police departments of state and federal laws governing immigration.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3837
86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the offense of failure to comply with an order from a fire marshal and the authority of certain county employees to issue citations for certain violations; changing a criminal penalty.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3859
86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to mental health assessment programs for certain municipal police and fire departments.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3894
86-0 (2019)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to sheriff's department civil service systems in certain counties; creating criminal offenses.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3996
86-0 (2019)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.
Relating to liability of certain political subdivisions in certain workers' compensation actions.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 4367
86-0 (2019)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homesteads of certain disabled first responders and their surviving spouses.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HJR 139
86-0 (2019)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the market value of the residence homesteads of certain disabled first responders and their surviving spouses.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 129
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to eligibility for the exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of certain first responders.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Property Tax
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 334
86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to law enforcement agency policies regarding the placement of a child taken into possession by a peace officer during the arrest of a person.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 356
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities.
Senate: Transportation
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 433
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the disclosure restrictions on personnel files of police officers of municipalities that have adopted certain civil service laws.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 586
86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Neave, Victoria
Relating to the training of peace officers for family violence and sexual assault assignments.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 616
86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas, the conditional transfer of the driver licensing program to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, the abolition of the Texas Private Security Board, the transfer of the motorcycle and off-highway vehicle operator training programs to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, and the regulation of other programs administered by the Department of Public Safety; imposing an administrative penalty; authorizing and repealing the authorization for fees.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
See remarks for effective date
SB 681
86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the criteria to determine compensation and conditions of employment of firefighters and police officers of certain political subdivisions.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 797
86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to collective bargaining and conditions of employment for fire fighters and police officers in certain political subdivisions.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1218
86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to hiring and licensing certain veterans as peace officers.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1298
86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the acceptance of certain voters at a polling place.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1396
86-0 (2019)
Author: Flores, Peter
Relating to claims for financial assistance for survivors of certain public employees killed in the line of duty.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1582
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Wray, John | et. al.
Relating to benefits for peace officers relating to certain diseases or illnesses.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 1670
86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the confidentiality of certain information concerning a firefighter or peace officer applicant.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1745
86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to complaints filed against certain law enforcement officers, peace officers, detention officers, county jailers, and fire fighters.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 2127
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to a border operations training program for peace officers employed by local law enforcement agencies.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
SB 2181
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of an injured employee for lifetime income benefits under the workers' compensation system.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
SB 2328
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the confidentiality and disclosure of certain information relating to emergency management and governmental functions.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
SB 2551
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.
Relating to liability, payment, and benefits for certain workers' compensation claims.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 56
85-0 (2017)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the carrying of a handgun by a first responder engaged in the actual discharge of the first responder's duties.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Considered in Calendars
HB 134
85-0 (2017)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to a peace officer training advisory committee.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 357
85-0 (2017)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of the children of certain first responders for free prekindergarten programs in public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 364
85-0 (2017)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to exemptions for disabled peace officers and fire fighters from payment of tuition and fees at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
HB 429
85-0 (2017)
Author: Villalba, Jason | et. al.
Relating to increasing the punishment for an offense committed against a person because of the person's status as a peace officer, a firefighter, or emergency medical services personnel.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 473
85-0 (2017)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the employment of certain peace officers, detention officers, county jailers, or firefighters who are injured in the course and scope of duty.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 510
85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to payroll deductions for state and local government employee organizations.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 570
85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a first responder who is killed or fatally injured in the line of duty.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 590
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne | et. al.Sponsor: Huffines, Don
Relating to the liability of first responders who provide roadside assistance.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 919
85-0 (2017)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to workers' compensation insurance coverage for certain intrastate fire mutual aid system team members and regional incident management team members.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 920
85-0 (2017)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the operation of all-terrain vehicles and recreational off-highway vehicles.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 982
85-0 (2017)
Author: Wray, John
Relating to the carrying of a handgun by a first responder engaged in the actual discharge of the first responder's duties.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 1009
85-0 (2017)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto | et. al.Sponsor: Taylor, Van
Relating to the regulation of firefighters and fire departments by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Corrected comm. report printed & distributed
HB 1226
85-0 (2017)
Author: Herrero, Abel | et. al.
Relating to exemption of certain firefighters and police officers from jury service.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1337
85-0 (2017)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the carrying or storage of a handgun by a firefighter at the fire station to which the firefighter is assigned.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 1355
85-0 (2017)
Author: Wray, JohnSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 1570
85-0 (2017)
Author: Burns, DeWayneSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 1588
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to exemption of certain firefighters and police officers from jury service.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 1654
85-0 (2017)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to the offense of failure to comply with an order from a fire marshal and the authority of certain county employees to issue citations for certain violations.
House: County Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1794
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the establishment of the Work Group on Mental Health Access for First Responders.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 1919
85-0 (2017)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to increasing the punishment for an offense committed against a person because of bias or prejudice on the basis of service as a peace officer, a firefighter, or emergency medical services personnel and to the confidentiality of personal information regarding certain persons who provide that service.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 1922
85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to certain claims for benefits or compensation by survivors of fire fighters.
House: Pensions
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1958
85-0 (2017)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the licensure or certification of volunteer firefighters and members of industrial emergency response teams.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 1983
85-0 (2017)
Author: Wray, John | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the eligibility of a first responder for workers' compensation benefits for post-traumatic stress disorder.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 2037
85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie
Relating to the promotional system used in certain municipal civil service fire departments.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 2044
85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to matters concerning peace officers, including racial profiling, use of force, equipment, and disciplinary procedures.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 2082
85-0 (2017)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the designation of a liaison to assist first responders with workers' compensation claims.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 2226
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lang, Mike
Relating to complaints filed against certain law enforcement officers, peace officers, detention officers, and county jailers.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 2351
85-0 (2017)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the investigation of fire fighters employed by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 2524
85-0 (2017)
Author: Fallon, Pat | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a first responder who is killed or fatally injured in the line of duty.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2672
85-0 (2017)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the relationship between public employers and fire and police employees.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2685
85-0 (2017)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to conditions of employment for fire protection personnel of emergency service districts; creating criminal offenses.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2814
85-0 (2017)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the installation and inspection of fire sprinkler protection systems; authorizing fees.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 2820
85-0 (2017)
Author: Pickett, Joseph | et. al.
Relating to establishing the Texas Peace Officers' Memorial Ceremony Committee to recognize and honor peace officers who were killed in the line of duty.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3015
85-0 (2017)
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
Relating to vacation leave time accounts for firefighter employee organizations.
House: Urban Affairs
Received from the House
HB 3033
85-0 (2017)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to hiring and licensing certain veterans as peace officers.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3090
85-0 (2017)
Author: Cyrier, John
Relating to the enforcement of laws prohibiting outdoor burning of waste and combustible material.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
HB 3158
85-0 (2017)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the retirement systems for and the provision of other benefits to police and fire fighters in certain municipalities.
House: Pensions Senate: State Affairs
See remarks for effective date
HB 3193
85-0 (2017)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the relationship between public employers and fire and police employees.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on intent calendar
HB 3223
85-0 (2017)
Author: Goldman, Craig | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to liability for the sale or transfer of law enforcement vehicles before removal of certain equipment and insignia; providing civil penalties.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3264
85-0 (2017)
Author: Anderson, Rodney
Relating to ad valorem tax benefits for certain current and former first responders and their families.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3391
85-0 (2017)
Author: Geren, CharlieSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the creation of a specialty court for certain public safety employees who commit a criminal offense; imposing fees for participation and testing, counseling, and treatment.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3454
85-0 (2017)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to increasing the punishment for certain offenses committed against a federal law enforcement officer or emergency services personnel.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 3713
85-0 (2017)
Author: Sheffield, J. D.
Relating to longevity pay for members of fire and police departments in certain counties.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 3824
85-0 (2017)
Author: Rose, Toni | et. al.
Relating to the duties and powers of peace officers.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3957
85-0 (2017)
Author: Stickland, Jonathan
Relating to reimbursement of costs incurred by political subdivisions for emergency services provided on toll projects operated by private entities.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HJR 86
85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the market value of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a first responder who is killed or fatally injured in the line of duty.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HJR 88
85-0 (2017)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the market value of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a first responder who is killed or fatally injured in the line of duty.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HJR 102
85-0 (2017)
Author: Anderson, Rodney
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide ad valorem tax benefits to certain current and former first responders and their families.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 13
85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to payroll deductions for state and local government employee organizations.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 15
85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffines, Don | et. al.Sponsor: Fallon, Pat | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a first responder who is killed or fatally injured in the line of duty.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
SB 273
85-0 (2017)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to inclusion of instruction regarding police officers in the required curriculum for ninth grade public school students.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 483
85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the retention of and the required disclosure under the public information law of certain complaints alleging official oppression.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 580
85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the licensure or certification of volunteer firefighters and members of industrial emergency response teams.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
No action taken in committee
SB 783
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the disclosure restrictions on personnel files of police officers of municipalities that have adopted certain civil service laws.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 899
85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to increasing the punishment for an offense committed against a person because of the person's status as a peace officer, a firefighter, or emergency medical services personnel.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1036
85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the designation of a liaison to assist first responders with workers' compensation claims.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1069
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to certain claims for benefits or compensation by survivors of fire fighters.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1117
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the offense of failure to comply with an order from a fire marshal.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to County Affairs
SB 1184
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to financial assistance paid to the survivors of certain law enforcement officers, firefighters, and other public employees killed in the line of duty.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1186
85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to requirements for mental health assignment certification for municipal police departments and sheriff's departments.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1722
85-0 (2017)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the eligibility of a firefighter or a peace officer for workers' compensation benefits for post-traumatic stress disorder.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1793
85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to complaints filed against certain law enforcement officers, peace officers, detention officers, county jailers, and fire fighters.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1961
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the relationship between public employers and fire and police employees.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1975
85-0 (2017)
Author: Whitmire, John | et. al.Sponsor: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to establishing the Texas Peace Officers' Memorial Ceremony Committee to recognize and honor peace officers who were killed in the line of duty.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on General State Calendar
SJR 1
85-0 (2017)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Fallon, Pat | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the market value of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a first responder who is killed or fatally injured in the line of duty.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Filed with the Secretary of State
HB 156
85-1 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason | et. al.
Relating to payroll deductions for state and local government employee organizations.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 179
85-1 (2017)
Author: Roberts, Kevin | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homesteads of certain disabled first responders and their surviving spouses.
House: Ways & Means
Received from the House
HJR 30
85-1 (2017)
Author: Roberts, Kevin | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the market value of the residence homesteads of certain disabled first responders and their surviving spouses.
House: Ways & Means
Received from the House
SB 7
85-1 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to payroll deductions for state and local government employee organizations.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Received from the Senate
SB 94
85-1 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to payroll deductions for state and local government employee organizations.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
HB 50
84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to certain diseases or illnesses suffered by firefighters and emergency medical technicians.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 60
84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to firefighters and emergency medical technicians who bring certain claims for benefits or compensation.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 72
84-0 (2015)
Author: Goldman, Craig | et. al.
Relating to a prohibition on the sale or transfer of certain law enforcement vehicles before removal of certain equipment and insignia.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 103
84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain volunteer firefighter and emergency services organizations to hold tax-free sales or auctions.
House: Ways & Means
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 105
84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the authority of certain volunteer firefighter and emergency services organizations to hold tax-free sales or auctions.
Filed
HB 237
84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the licensure or certification of volunteer firefighters and members of industrial emergency response teams.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 270
84-0 (2015)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the retention of and the required disclosure under the public information law of certain complaints alleging official oppression.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 368
84-0 (2015)
Author: Villalba, Jason
Relating to the duties of a peace officer investigating a family violence allegation or responding to a disturbance call that may involve family violence and the admissibility of certain evidence obtained during that investigation or response.
House: Emerging Issues In Texas Law Enforcement, Select
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 417
84-0 (2015)
Author: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to information regarding the storage of certain hazardous chemicals; providing penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 674
84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to permitting a residency requirement for police officers in certain municipalities.
House: Emerging Issues In Texas Law Enforcement, Select
Left pending in committee
HB 684
84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheets, KennethSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the authority of a county to adopt a fire code.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
HB 734
84-0 (2015)
Author: Israel, Celia | et. al.
Relating to the designation of a portion of Farm-to-Market Road 685 in Travis County as the Deputy Jessica Hollis Memorial Highway.
House: Transportation
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 872
84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the reactivation of a peace officer license; authorizing fees.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 924
84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the authority of a county to adopt a fire code.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 942
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the storage of certain hazardous chemicals; transferring enforcement of certain reporting requirements, including the imposition of criminal, civil, and administrative penalties, from the Department of State Health Services to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty; reenacting a criminal offense.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
See remarks for effective date
HB 1090
84-0 (2015)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to exemption of certain firefighters and police officers from jury service.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1147
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to the operation of all-terrain vehicles and recreational off-highway vehicles.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 1243
84-0 (2015)
Author: Fletcher, Allen | et. al.
Relating to the reinstatement of a firefighter or police officer following a decision rendered by the Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission or an independent third party hearing examiner.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1278
84-0 (2015)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to financial assistance paid to the survivors of certain law enforcement officers, firefighters, and other public employees killed in the line of duty.
House: Pensions Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1381
84-0 (2015)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the employment of certain peace officers, detention officers, county jailers, or firefighters who are injured in the course and scope of duty.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 1388
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bohac, DwayneSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to certain diseases or illnesses suffered by firefighters and emergency medical technicians.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1417
84-0 (2015)
Author: Elkins, GarySponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to peace officer identification cards.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1708
84-0 (2015)
Author: Stephenson, Phil
Relating to tuition and fee exemptions for certain students enrolled in fire science courses at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
HB 1749
84-0 (2015)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the organization of public employees.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 1789
84-0 (2015)
Author: Márquez, Marisa | et. al.
Relating to longevity pay for peace officers and firefighters in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1790
84-0 (2015)
Author: Márquez, Marisa | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to job performance on behalf of a fire fighter or police officer who is recovering from an off-duty injury.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1994
84-0 (2015)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to entrance examinations for applicants for beginning positions in a municipal police department.
House: Emerging Issues In Texas Law Enforcement, Select
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2379
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne | et. al.
Relating to the liability of first responders who provide roadside assistance.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2516
84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the certification of municipal police officers to enforce commercial motor vehicle safety standards.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 2540
84-0 (2015)
Author: Simpson, DavidSponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the designation of Spur 63 in Gregg County as the Texas Ranger Glenn Elliott Memorial Highway.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 2583
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to access to criminal history record information by a county sheriff.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2614
84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to a peace officer training advisory committee.
House: Emerging Issues In Texas Law Enforcement, Select
Left pending in committee
HB 2759
84-0 (2015)
Author: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the exemption from certain construction requirements for volunteer fire departments in certain counties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 2771
84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to employment activities of certain emergency response personnel for purposes of the Texas Workers' Compensation Act.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2785
84-0 (2015)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to notice requirements for certain meetings or hearings in fire or police departments in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Postponed
HB 2827
84-0 (2015)
Author: Phillips, LarrySponsor: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to the definition of homeland security activity.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
HB 2838
84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Susan Lewis
Relating to the authority of the governing body of a taxing unit to provide an additional exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homesteads of certain surviving spouses of peace officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2854
84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to certain claims for benefits or compensation by firefighters and emergency medical technicians or their survivors.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2870
84-0 (2015)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to the regulation of firefighters and fire departments by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
HB 3032
84-0 (2015)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to vacancies created because of promotional appointments in certain municipal fire departments.
House: Urban Affairs
Postponed
HB 3033
84-0 (2015)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the disciplinary suspension of a municipal firefighter in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3042
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to access to and review of a person's employment records held by a law enforcement agency.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3053
84-0 (2015)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to complaints against a law enforcement officer or fire fighter.
House: Emerging Issues In Texas Law Enforcement, Select
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3341
84-0 (2015)
Author: Peña, Gilbert | et. al.
Relating to a requirement that school district superintendents report information relating to the use of restraints against students and student arrests; creating a criminal offense.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3496
84-0 (2015)
Author: Schofield, Mike | et. al.
Relating to authorizing certain first responders to carry a concealed handgun while on duty and to the prosecution of certain related offenses; providing for a fee.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 3668
84-0 (2015)
Author: Workman, PaulSponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to the definition of peace officer for purposes of intercepting or collecting information in relation to certain communications in an investigation conducted by an arson investigating unit.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 3712
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to collective bargaining for firefighters and police officers, including county jailers and detention officers.
Filed
HB 3752
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to an appeal by certain law enforcement agency employees under county civil service to an independent third-party hearing examiner.
House: County Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 4011
84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to reporting and monitoring requirements related to fire protection sprinkler systems in residential high-rise buildings.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 4042
84-0 (2015)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to collective bargaining for firefighters and police officers, including county jailers and detention officers.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HJR 116
84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Susan Lewis
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the governing body of a political subdivision to provide an additional exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homesteads of certain surviving spouses of peace officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 31
84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the authority of certain volunteer firefighter and emergency services organizations to hold tax-free sales or auctions.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
SB 289
84-0 (2015)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the licensure or certification of volunteer firefighters and members of industrial emergency response teams.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 327
84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the authority of a county to adopt a fire code.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 415
84-0 (2015)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Israel, Celia
Relating to the designation of a portion of Farm-to-Market Road 685 in Travis County as the Deputy Jessica Hollis Memorial Highway.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 436
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the amount of financial assistance paid to the survivors of certain law enforcement officers, firefighters, and other public employees killed in the line of duty.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 528
84-0 (2015)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the storage of certain hazardous chemicals; transferring enforcement of certain reporting requirements, including the imposition of criminal, civil, and administrative penalties, from the Department of State Health Services to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 691
84-0 (2015)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to tuition and fee exemptions for certain students enrolled in fire science courses at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
SB 1105
84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Cook, Byron
Relating to fire inspections by the state fire marshal for state-owned and state-leased buildings.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 1197
84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to fire investigations by the state fire marshal; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1256
84-0 (2015)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to notice requirements for certain meetings or hearings in fire or police departments in certain municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1257
84-0 (2015)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the disciplinary suspension of a municipal firefighter in certain municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1258
84-0 (2015)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to vacancies created because of promotional appointments in certain municipal fire departments.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1295
84-0 (2015)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to separate negotiations regarding employment matters for police officers and firefighters in certain municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1330
84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Miller, Rick
Relating to injury leave for certain peace officers.
House: State Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1373
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the authority of a county to adopt a fire code.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1498
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to job performance on behalf of a fire fighter or police officer during illness or injury.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 1499
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to longevity pay for peace officers and firefighters in certain municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1529
84-0 (2015)
Author: Burton, KonniSponsor: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the creation and regulation of a law enforcement agency or police department.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 1681
84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to police chiefs of certain municipalities.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1684
84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to authorizing certain first responders to carry a concealed handgun while on duty and to the prosecution of certain related criminal offenses; providing for a fee.
Senate: State Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1768
84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to certain diseases or illnesses suffered by firefighters and emergency medical technicians.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1838
84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Workman, Paul
Relating to the definition of peace officer for purposes of intercepting or collecting information in relation to certain communications in an investigation conducted by an arson investigating unit.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Postponed
SB 1968
84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to the organization of public employees.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SJR 55
84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for retention elections for police chiefs of certain municipalities.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 168
83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the operation, powers, and duties of certain water districts; providing clarification of existing authority with regard to the imposition or use of certain assessments, fees, or taxes; providing authority to change a fee or repeal a tax.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 268
83-0 (2013)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the retention of and the required disclosure under the public information law of certain complaints alleging official oppression.
House: Urban Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 365
83-0 (2013)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to certain diseases or illnesses suffered by firefighters and emergency medical technicians.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 461
83-0 (2013)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to exemption from application of the Private Security Act of certain peace officers employed by a law enforcement agency.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 487
83-0 (2013)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to liability of certain persons assisting in man-made or natural disasters.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 567
83-0 (2013)
Author: Smith, WayneSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the definition of an authorized emergency vehicle.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 708
83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the appointment of a deputy constable.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 710
83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the use by a peace officer of the officer's rank or status to advertise or promote certain private businesses.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 989
83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the fine or penalty for violation of a municipal rule, ordinance, or police regulation and municipal court jurisdiction to enforce certain violations.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
HB 1016
83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, SarahSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to legal representation for civil suits against peace officers employed by a school district.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1091
83-0 (2013)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to firefighters and emergency medical technicians who bring certain claims for benefits or compensation.
House: Urban Affairs
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 1092
83-0 (2013)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the disciplinary suspension of firefighters and police officers in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1109
83-0 (2013)
Author: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.
Relating to peace officer interaction with persons with mental illness.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 1268
83-0 (2013)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the peace officers authorized to operate an authorized emergency service vehicle used to conduct a police escort.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 1312
83-0 (2013)
Author: Fletcher, Allen | et. al.
Relating to the reinstatement of a firefighter or police officer following a decision rendered by the Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission or an independent third party hearing examiner.
House: Urban Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 1329
83-0 (2013)
Author: Márquez, Marisa
Relating to the administration of oaths and issuance of subpoenas in an arbitration proceeding involving firefighters or police officers in certain political subdivisions; creating an offense.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1364
83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the local control of the conditions of firefighters' employment in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1429
83-0 (2013)
Author: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the exemption from certain construction requirements for volunteer fire departments in certain counties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 1430
83-0 (2013)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the employment of certain peace officers, detention officers, county jailers, or firefighters who are injured in the course and scope of duty.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1531
83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Ken | et. al.
Relating to the application of certain weapons laws to certain emergency services personnel licensed to carry a concealed handgun.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 1697
83-0 (2013)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the employment of certain peace officers, detention officers, county jailers, or firefighters who are injured in the course and scope of duty.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 1768
83-0 (2013)
Author: Canales, TerrySponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to identification requirements for certain fire hydrants and flush valves.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1797
83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the authority to regulate certain water and sewage utilities to ensure public safety in and around certain municipalities.
House: Natural Resources
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1973
83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the provision of water by a public utility or water supply or sewer service corporation for use in fire suppression.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2170
83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the annexation by a municipality of territory of an emergency services district.
House: County Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2171
83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the annexation by a municipality of territory of an emergency services district.
House: County Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2174
83-0 (2013)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the investigation of firefighters in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2175
83-0 (2013)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to grievance procedures for firefighters in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2206
83-0 (2013)
Author: Price, Walter "Four" | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a county to adopt a fire code.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2430
83-0 (2013)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to an appeal by a deputy sheriff under county civil service to an independent third-party hearing examiner.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2509
83-0 (2013)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael | et. al.Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the business leave time account for a police officer employee organization in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2516
83-0 (2013)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to fines paid for the violation of a county regulation prohibiting or restricting outdoor burning.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2517
83-0 (2013)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the authority of counties to require a person to notify a local fire department before starting an outdoor fire; creating a criminal penalty.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2575
83-0 (2013)
Author: Kleinschmidt, Tim
Relating to the use of municipal hotel occupancy taxes in certain municipalities.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2606
83-0 (2013)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to an entrance examination for a position in a fire department of certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2751
83-0 (2013)
Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
Relating to the liability of individuals providing labor or assistance to the Texas Forest Service in the performance of certain fire suppression duties.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2896
83-0 (2013)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the period for which eligibility lists for beginning positions in certain municipal fire departments are effective.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2899
83-0 (2013)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the accumulation and payment of sick leave for certain employees in sheriff's departments in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 2924
83-0 (2013)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, Wendy | et. al.
Relating to military leave time accounts for police and fire departments.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
HB 2971
83-0 (2013)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to the regulation of firefighters and fire departments by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 3268
83-0 (2013)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for certain peace officers and firefighters.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
HB 3292
83-0 (2013)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the continuation of the office of the fire fighters' pension commissioner and the administration of the Texas emergency services retirement system and the Texas local firefighters retirement systems.
House: Pensions
Referred to Pensions
HB 3354
83-0 (2013)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the retention of and the required disclosure under the public information law of certain complaints alleging official oppression.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Referred to Government Efficiency & Reform
HB 3479
83-0 (2013)
Author: Simpson, David | et. al.
Relating to custodial interrogations.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 3660
83-0 (2013)
Author: Simmons, RonSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to requiring the Texas Commission on Fire Protection to conduct a study and prepare a report on administrative attachment.
House: Appropriations - S/C on Budget Transparency and Reform Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Senate appoints conferees-reported
HJR 103
83-0 (2013)
Author: Simpson, David
Proposing a constitutional amendment to abolish the requirement that certain counties continue to be divided into not fewer than four precincts used to elect justices of the peace and constables.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HR 2759
83-0 (2013)
Author: Canales, Terry
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1768.
Reported enrolled
SB 284
83-0 (2013)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to granting limited state law enforcement authority to police officers with the Office of Security and Law Enforcement of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
SB 545
83-0 (2013)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the peace officers authorized to operate an authorized emergency service vehicle used to conduct a police escort.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 570
83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the appointment of reserve peace officers by a fire marshal.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 701
83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Herrero, Abel
Relating to a defense to prosecution for criminal trespass.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 766
83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the licensure or certification of volunteer firefighters and members of industrial emergency response teams.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 877
83-0 (2013)
Author: Patrick, DanSponsor: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to establishing the Citizens' Star of Texas Award.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 902
83-0 (2013)
Author: Fraser, TroySponsor: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the operation, powers, and duties of certain water districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
See remarks for effective date
SB 1086
83-0 (2013)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the regulation of certain water and sewage utilities to ensure public safety in and around certain municipalities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1205
83-0 (2013)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the employment of certain peace officers, detention officers, county jailers, or firefighters who are injured in the course and scope of duty.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1206
83-0 (2013)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to exemption from application of the Private Security Act of certain peace officers employed by a law enforcement agency.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1267
83-0 (2013)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
Relating to the liability of individuals providing labor or assistance to the Texas Forest Service in the performance of certain fire suppression duties.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1276
83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the use of municipal hotel occupancy taxes in certain municipalities.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 1355
83-0 (2013)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the period for which eligibility lists for beginning positions in certain municipal fire or police departments are effective.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 1374
83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to identification requirements for certain fire hydrants and flush valves.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1405
83-0 (2013)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to liability of certain persons assisting in man-made or natural disasters.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1425
83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Longoria, Oscar
Relating to the provision of fire prevention or fire-fighting services by certain emergency services districts.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1691
83-0 (2013)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the administration of oaths and issuance of subpoenas in an arbitration proceeding involving firefighters or police officers in certain political subdivisions.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1801
83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the adoption of fire hydrant requirements for a wildland-urban interface in certain municipalities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1904
83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, Glenn | et. al.
Relating to the administration of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Not again placed on intent calendar
SR 1059
83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1768.
Reported enrolled
HB 73
83-1 (2013)
Author: Simpson, David | et. al.
Relating to appropriating money to the Texas A&M Forest Service to be used to assist volunteer fire departments during the current state fiscal biennium.
Filed
SB 49
83-1 (2013)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to appropriating money to the Texas A&M Forest Service to be used to assist volunteer fire departments during the current state fiscal biennium.
Filed
HB 40
82-0 (2011)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to collective bargaining by law enforcement officers and firefighters.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 43
82-0 (2011)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to the investigation of firefighters and police officers.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 320
82-0 (2011)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to equipping certain K-9 law enforcement vehicles with heat alarm systems.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 333
82-0 (2011)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the authority of certain counties to adopt and enforce a fire code.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 342
82-0 (2011)
Author: Fletcher, Allen | et. al.
Relating to the reinstatement of a firefighter or police officer following a decision rendered by the Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission or an independent third party hearing examiner.
House: Urban Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 343
82-0 (2011)
Author: Fletcher, AllenSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the reporting and recording of a motor vehicle accident involving an official vehicle driven by a peace officer, firefighter, or an emergency medical services employee in the course of official duties.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 554
82-0 (2011)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the civil service status of emergency medical services personnel in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 647
82-0 (2011)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Relating to the public safety director's appointment of reserve law enforcement officers for the Department of Public Safety.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Corrected comm. rept. sent to Local & Consent
HB 725
82-0 (2011)
Author: Callegari, BillSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the operation, powers, and duties of certain water districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Senate adopts conf. comm. report-reported
HB 730
82-0 (2011)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the suspension or removal of certain deputy sheriffs.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 749
82-0 (2011)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to county law enforcement officer civil service systems; providing penalties.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 956
82-0 (2011)
Author: Marquez, Marisa | et. al.
Relating to the state fire marshal's investigation of the death of a firefighter who dies in the line of duty or in connection with an on-duty incident.
House: Urban Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 993
82-0 (2011)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the closure of a road or highway by certain firefighters.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1046
82-0 (2011)
Author: Fletcher, AllenSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the confidentiality of certain personal information concerning current and former employees of certain divisions of the office of attorney general.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1053
82-0 (2011)
Author: Patrick, DianeSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the tuition exemption offered by public institutions of higher education to firefighters enrolled in certain courses.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 1057
82-0 (2011)
Author: AnchÃa, RafaelSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to business leave time for certain municipal firefighters and police officers.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1069
82-0 (2011)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to the provision of and payment for certain health care services provided through workers' compensation health care networks to fire protection personnel.
House: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 1083
82-0 (2011)
Author: Elkins, Gary | et. al.Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the issuance of an identification card to certain honorably retired peace officers.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 1092
82-0 (2011)
Author: Christian, Wayne | et. al.
Relating to the exemption from certain construction requirements for volunteer fire departments in certain counties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1191
82-0 (2011)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to the sheriff's department civil service commission appointments in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1209
82-0 (2011)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to a probate fee exemption for estates of certain law enforcement officers, firefighters, and others killed in the line of duty.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
HB 1231
82-0 (2011)
Author: Hopson, Chuck
Relating to the exemption from certain construction requirements for volunteer fire departments in certain counties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 1249
82-0 (2011)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to certain reports, communications, and publications involving the attorney general.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 1379
82-0 (2011)
Author: AnchÃa, RafaelSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the purchasing of a firearm from the county by an honorably retired law enforcement officer.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1472
82-0 (2011)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the retention of and the required disclosure under the public information law of certain complaints alleging official oppression.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1488
82-0 (2011)
Author: Gutierrez, RolandSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to examinations for hiring in certain municipal fire departments.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1490
82-0 (2011)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the accumulation and payment of sick leave for employees in certain sheriff's departments.
House: County Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 1652
82-0 (2011)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to collective bargaining by firefighters and police officers.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1659
82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to conditions of employment for an employee of certain sheriff's departments.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1677
82-0 (2011)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the administration and funding of retirement systems for firefighters in certain municipalities.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 1948
82-0 (2011)
Author: Gonzalez, Naomi
Relating to the sheriff's department civil service commission appointments in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1961
82-0 (2011)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to provision of workers' compensation medical benefits to a peace officer or firefighter injured in the line of duty; providing an administrative violation.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2006
82-0 (2011)
Author: Bonnen, DennisSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the release of a photograph of a police officer and access to records maintained by internal investigative divisions in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2071
82-0 (2011)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to an appeal by a deputy sheriff under county civil service to an independent third-party hearing examiner.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2075
82-0 (2011)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to certain diseases or illnesses suffered by firefighters and emergency medical technicians.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2266
82-0 (2011)
Author: Smith, WayneSponsor: Patrick, Dan
Relating to fire code certificates of compliance.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2516
82-0 (2011)
Author: Alvarado, CarolSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the appeal of an indefinite suspension of a municipal firefighter.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2607
82-0 (2011)
Author: Beck, Marva
Relating to a temporary exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a firefighter or peace officer killed while performing official duties.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2656
82-0 (2011)
Author: Miller, Sid
Relating to exemption from application of the Private Security Act of certain peace officers employed by a law enforcement agency.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Considered in Calendars
HB 2823
82-0 (2011)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to educational and training requirements for certain peace officers on ethical decision making.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 3035
82-0 (2011)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the grievance procedure for firefighters and police officers in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3227
82-0 (2011)
Author: Hernandez Luna, Ana
Relating to the use of proceeds from criminal asset forfeiture to provide college scholarships to children of peace officers killed in the line of duty and to an annual report regarding the total value of forfeited property in this state.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 3551
82-0 (2011)
Author: Garza, John
Relating to positions that are exempt from a sheriff's department civil service system in certain counties.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 3736
82-0 (2011)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to appointment of a department head of a fire or police department in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 3863
82-0 (2011)
Author: Garza, John | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain volunteer firefighter and emergency services organizations to hold tax-free sales or auctions.
House: Ways & Means
Meeting cancelled
HJR 128
82-0 (2011)
Author: Beck, Marva
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for a temporary exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a firefighter or peace officer killed while performing official duties.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HR 979
82-0 (2011)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Commending the firefighters of Texas and paying tribute to the volunteer firefighters who have died in the line of duty.
Reported enrolled
SB 168
82-0 (2011)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the use of proceeds from criminal asset forfeiture to provide college scholarships to children of peace officers killed in the line of duty and to an annual report regarding the total value of forfeited property in this state.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 344
82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to municipal civil service for firefighters and police officers.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 372
82-0 (2011)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Callegari, Bill
Relating to certain reports, communications, publications, and other documents involving the attorney general.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 396
82-0 (2011)
Author: Deuell, BobSponsor: Marquez, Marisa
Relating to the state fire marshal's investigation of the death of a firefighter who dies in the line of duty or in connection with an on-duty incident.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 484
82-0 (2011)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the release of a photograph of a police officer and access to records maintained by internal investigative divisions in certain municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 543
82-0 (2011)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to a probate fee exemption for estates of certain law enforcement officers, firefighters, and others killed in the line of duty.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
See remarks for effective date
SB 666
82-0 (2011)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to identification requirements for certain fire hydrants and flush valves.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 911
82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the investigation of firefighters and police officers.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1045
82-0 (2011)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to examinations for hiring in certain municipal fire departments.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1065
82-0 (2011)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Hamilton, Mike
Relating to critical incident stress management and crisis response services.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 1174
82-0 (2011)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to provision of workers' compensation medical benefits to a peace officer or firefighter injured in the line of duty; providing an administrative violation.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1190
82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the appeal of an indefinite suspension of a municipal firefighter.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1210
82-0 (2011)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the issuance of identification cards to certain peace officers and honorably retired peace officers.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1253
82-0 (2011)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to positions that are exempt from a sheriff's department civil service system in certain counties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1285
82-0 (2011)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Strama, Mark
Relating to contributions to the retirement systems for certain police officers in certain municipalities.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 1286
82-0 (2011)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the funding of retirement systems for firefighters in certain municipalities.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 1351
82-0 (2011)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the civil service status of emergency medical services personnel in certain municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1474
82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the grievance procedure for firefighters and police officers in certain municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1676
82-0 (2011)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to educational and training requirements for certain peace officers on ethical decision making.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1746
82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the conditions of employment for firefighters employed by fire departments created by an interlocal agreement between two or more political subdivisions of this state; providing penalties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1747
82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the conditions of employment for firefighters employed by certain emergency services districts; providing penalties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1927
82-0 (2011)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Garza, John
Relating to the authority of certain volunteer firefighter and emergency services organizations to hold tax-free sales or auctions.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
HB 42
82-1 (2011)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the operation, powers, and duties of certain water districts.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 175
81-0 (2009)
Author: King, Susan
Relating to continuing education and training for peace officers relating to the investigation and prevention of drive-by shootings.
House: Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 224
81-0 (2009)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to available training for school resource officers and school district peace officers.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 227
81-0 (2009)
Author: Pitts, Jim
Relating to an exemption from investigation company license requirements for certain information technology professionals.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 243
81-0 (2009)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to equipping certain K-9 law enforcement vehicles with heat alarm systems.
House: Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 403
81-0 (2009)
Author: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to the capital improvements that a local government may finance with an impact fee.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 487
81-0 (2009)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to sheriff's department civil service systems in certain counties; providing penalties.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 502
81-0 (2009)
Author: England, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to funding for the continuing education of certain peace officers.
House: Public Safety
Considered in Calendars
HB 560
81-0 (2009)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to injury leave for peace officers injured by an intoxicated driver of a motor vehicle or boat.
House: Public Safety
Referred to Public Safety
HB 640
81-0 (2009)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to personnel records of a deputy sheriff in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 780
81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, SylvesterSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to eligibility requirements for a beginning police department position in certain municipalities under municipal civil service.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 784
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for certain firefighters.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
HB 786
81-0 (2009)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to the boards of trustees of retirement systems for paid or partly paid firefighters.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 793
81-0 (2009)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Relating to the authority to charge reasonable fees for emergency services performed by volunteer fire departments.
House: County Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 846
81-0 (2009)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.Sponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the license or certificate renewal process for emergency medical services personnel and certain law enforcement officers.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 959
81-0 (2009)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the appraised value of the residence homesteads of certain volunteer firefighters and emergency medical services volunteers.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1016
81-0 (2009)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to a fee on sales of alcoholic beverages in certain municipalities to fund fire and emergency services and related educational activities.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 1028
81-0 (2009)
Author: Quintanilla, Chente
Relating to authorizing certain municipalities and counties to enter into interlocal contracts for the provision of law enforcement services.
House: Public Safety
Referred to Public Safety
HB 1063
81-0 (2009)
Author: Farias, JoeSponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to emergency vehicle access to certain gated communities and multiunit housing projects.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 1064
81-0 (2009)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to the length of time an eligibility list remains in effect for beginning positions in a fire department in certain municipalities under municipal civil service.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 1065
81-0 (2009)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to the use of the term "engineer" by certain fire department employees.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Reported favorably as substituted
HB 1074
81-0 (2009)
Author: Frost, Stephen
Relating to the use of bulletproof glass in certain vehicles purchased by the Department of Public Safety.
House: Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1146
81-0 (2009)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the hours worked during a week by firefighters in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1173
81-0 (2009)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.
Relating to the right of certain municipalities to maintain local control over wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1177
81-0 (2009)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the eligibility of certain peace officers and firefighters for legislative leave.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 1184
81-0 (2009)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to determining population for the creation of civil service systems in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1303
81-0 (2009)
Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al.
Relating to continued health insurance coverage for eligible survivors of certain public servants killed in the line of duty.
House: Appropriations
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1340
81-0 (2009)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to an exemption from Texas Commission on Fire Protection training requirements for certain aircraft fire fighting and rescue fire protection personnel.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 1443
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the age limit for a beginning position in a fire department in certain municipalities under municipal civil service.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1491
81-0 (2009)
Author: Driver, Joe
Relating to exemption from application of the Private Security Act of certain peace officers employed by a law enforcement agency.
House: Public Safety
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1492
81-0 (2009)
Author: Driver, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to achievement awards presented by the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education.
House: Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 1545
81-0 (2009)
Author: Miklos, Robert
Relating to the reinstatement of a firefighter or police officer following a decision rendered by the Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission or an independent third party hearing examiner.
House: Urban Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 1587
81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to a voluntary identification system for certain devices with the appearance of a fire hydrant that are nonfunctioning or otherwise unavailable for use in a fire emergency.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 1632
81-0 (2009)
Author: Christian, Wayne
Relating to the exemption from certain construction requirements for volunteer fire departments in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1648
81-0 (2009)
Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al.
Relating to the investigation of firefighters and police officers.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1664
81-0 (2009)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to an exemption for groundwater used for certain purposes from production fees assessed by the Upper Trinity Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1820
81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to provision of workers' compensation medical benefits to a police officer or firefighter injured in the line of duty; providing an administrative violation.
House: Business & Industry
Subcommittee members named
HB 1913
81-0 (2009)
Author: McReynolds, Jim | et. al.
Relating to identification requirements for certain fire hydrants and flush valves.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1960
81-0 (2009)
Author: Maldonado, Diana | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the payment for an appearance as a witness for certain peace officers and firefighters.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1987
81-0 (2009)
Author: Harless, Patricia | et. al.
Relating to fees paid to a constable for serving civil process.
House: County Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
HB 2045
81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to retirement benefits for certain police officers in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 2046
81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the authority of a county to adopt and enforce a fire code for certain buildings in the unincorporated area of the county.
House: County Affairs
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 2054
81-0 (2009)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the conditions of employment for firefighters employed by certain districts and entities; providing penalties.
House: County Affairs
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 2068
81-0 (2009)
Author: Elkins, GarySponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to an identification card for certain retired peace officers.
House: Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 2092
81-0 (2009)
Author: Driver, Joe
Relating to paid leave time for a peace officer to attend certain education and training programs.
House: Public Safety
Referred to Public Safety
HB 2093
81-0 (2009)
Author: Driver, JoeSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to persons certified as peace officers.
House: Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 2113
81-0 (2009)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.Sponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the holidays for members of fire and police departments in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 2168
81-0 (2009)
Author: Chavez, Norma | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the powers of a sheriff's department civil service commission in certain counties regarding an appeal of a disciplinary action.
House: Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 2298
81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2307
81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, YvonneSponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to coverage under a meet and confer agreement for certain municipal firefighters and police officers.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 2347
81-0 (2009)
Author: Thibaut, Kristi | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for certain peace officers enrolled in criminal justice or law enforcement course work and for certain educational aides.
House: Public Safety Senate: Higher Education
See remarks for effective date
HB 2348
81-0 (2009)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to a contract between a water district and a municipality for the provision of fire-fighting services in certain counties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2413
81-0 (2009)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to the business leave time account for a police officer employee organization in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2482
81-0 (2009)
Author: Howard, Charlie
Relating to the display of emergency lighting on the personal vehicle of a reserve peace officer.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 2508
81-0 (2009)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to the sheriff's department civil service commission appointments in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2523
81-0 (2009)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to the purchasing of a firearm from the county by an honorably retired law enforcement officer.
House: Public Safety
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2564
81-0 (2009)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the regulation of certain professions and practices in connection with computer technology; providing penalties.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 2580
81-0 (2009)
Author: Frost, StephenSponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the establishment of a peace officer employment opportunity Internet website by the Texas Workforce Commission.
House: Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 2673
81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to conditions of employment for an employee of certain sheriff's departments.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2678
81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the establishment of a statewide meet and confer provision pertaining to employment matters for certain state and local public safety personnel.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2730
81-0 (2009)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas and the Texas Private Security Board; providing a penalty.
House: Public Safety Senate: Government Organization
See remarks for effective date
HB 2798
81-0 (2009)
Author: Driver, Joe
Relating to information provided by an entity authorized to commission, appoint, or employ law enforcement officers upon creation of a law enforcement agency or a police department.
House: Public Safety
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2799
81-0 (2009)
Author: Driver, JoeSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the responsibilities of a person who qualifies for a peace officer license but has not yet been appointed as a peace officer.
House: Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 2806
81-0 (2009)
Author: Maldonado, Diana | et. al.Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the reinstatement of a firefighter or police officer to a previously held position based on seniority on the return of another firefighter or police officer from a military leave of absence.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 2854
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to license plates created by the Texas Department of Transportation for professional firefighters.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 2870
81-0 (2009)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the requirement that certain state and local governmental entities designate a firearms proficiency officer and require weapons proficiency.
House: Public Safety
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2914
81-0 (2009)
Author: McReynolds, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the establishment of a fuel mitigation pilot grant program for fire departments.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 2931
81-0 (2009)
Author: Vaught, Allen
Relating to an appeal by a deputy sheriff under county civil service to an independent third-party hearing examiner.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2940
81-0 (2009)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the grievance procedure for firefighters and police officers in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2989
81-0 (2009)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the reactivation of a peace officer license for certain peace officers.
House: Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 2991
81-0 (2009)
Author: Christian, WayneSponsor: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
Relating to the exemption of certain honorably retired special rangers and special Texas Rangers from certain required law enforcement education and training programs regarding persons with mental impairments.
House: Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 2998
81-0 (2009)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the reporting and recording of a motor vehicle accident involving an official vehicle driven by a peace officer, firefighter, or an emergency medical services employee in the course of official duties.
House: Public Safety
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3116
81-0 (2009)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to the creation of an alternate sheriff's department civil service system in certain counties; creating offenses.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3158
81-0 (2009)
Author: Bolton, Valinda
Relating to the accumulation and payment of sick leave for employees in certain sheriff's departments.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3335
81-0 (2009)
Author: Callegari, Bill | et. al.Sponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the creation and powers of certain groundwater and surface water districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Senate adopts conf. comm. report-reported
HB 3389
81-0 (2009)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education; providing civil and administrative penalties.
House: Public Safety Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 3390
81-0 (2009)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
House: Urban Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3434
81-0 (2009)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to collective bargaining by law enforcement officers and firefighters.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce
Left pending in committee
HB 3566
81-0 (2009)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the rights of certain county law enforcement officers.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 3705
81-0 (2009)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to work performed in sports and community venue districts in certain municipalities.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3712
81-0 (2009)
Author: Bolton, Valinda
Relating to compensatory time off for public security officers employed by the Department of Public Safety and police communications operators employed by the Parks and Wildlife Department.
House: Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3748
81-0 (2009)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to continuing education requirements for law enforcement officers relating to interaction with persons with mental impairments.
House: Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3770
81-0 (2009)
Author: Fletcher, Allen | et. al.
Relating to the continuing education and intermediate proficiency certificate requirements of peace officers.
House: Public Safety
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3788
81-0 (2009)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to closure of a roadway or lane during times of emergency.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 3866
81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to fire safety inspections.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 3869
81-0 (2009)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the suspension or removal of certain deputy sheriffs.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3905
81-0 (2009)
Author: England, Kirk
Relating to the hiring of applicants for a beginning position in the fire department or police department in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 3906
81-0 (2009)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the number of persons who may be appointed to the classification immediately below department head in a police department covered by municipal civil service.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 4002
81-0 (2009)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the funding of the statewide wildfire protection plan at the Texas Forest Service.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 4123
81-0 (2009)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to The Fire Fighter Labor Relations Act.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 4168
81-0 (2009)
Author: Madden, Jerry
Relating to the number of persons who may be appointed to the classification immediately below department head in a police department covered by municipal civil service.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 4560
81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to certain diseases or illnesses suffered by certain emergency first responders.
House: Public Health Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
HCR 293
81-0 (2009)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 2730.
Signed by the Governor
HJR 48
81-0 (2009)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation a portion of the assessed value of the residence homesteads of volunteer firefighters and emergency medical services volunteers.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
SB 388
81-0 (2009)
Author: Carona, John | et. al.Sponsor: Gallego, Pete
Relating to the creation of a public corruption unit in the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas.
House: Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 417
81-0 (2009)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Isett, Carl | et. al.
Relating to the purchase of a retired firearm from the Parks and Wildlife Department by a game warden.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 460
81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to access to information regarding a firefighter or police officer under the municipal civil service law.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 461
81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario | et. al.Sponsor: Miklos, Robert
Relating to eligibility to take the entrance examination for a beginning position in the fire department.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 489
81-0 (2009)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the establishment of a peace officer employment opportunity Internet website by the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 552
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hegar, Glenn | et. al.
Relating to funding for the continuing education of certain peace officers.
House: Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
SB 623
81-0 (2009)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to the hours worked during a week by firefighters in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 664
81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the establishment and operation of a public building mapping information system.
Senate: Government Organization
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 764
81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the right of certain municipalities to maintain local control over wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 765
81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to eligibility requirements for a beginning police department position in certain municipalities under municipal civil service.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 872
81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Menendez, Jose
Relating to continued health insurance coverage and financial assistance for eligible survivors of certain public servants killed in the line of duty.
House: Appropriations Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1011
81-0 (2009)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Government Organization
See remarks for effective date
SB 1017
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas and the Texas Private Security Board.
Senate: Government Organization
No action taken in committee
SB 1018
81-0 (2009)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education.
Senate: Government Organization
Left pending in committee
SB 1045
81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the reinstatement of a firefighter or police officer following a decision rendered by the Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission or an independent third party hearing examiner.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1185
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to achievement awards presented by the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1186
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the responsibilities of a person who qualifies for a peace officer license but has not yet been appointed as a peace officer.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1213
81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario | et. al.
Relating to certain diseases or illnesses suffered by certain emergency first responders.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1258
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to identification requirements for certain fire hydrants and flush valves.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1296
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Driver, Joe
Relating to the certification of a county jailer as a special officer for offenders with mental impairments.
House: Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1303
81-0 (2009)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: King, Phil
Relating to the requirement that certain state and local governmental entities designate a firearms proficiency officer and require weapons proficiency.
House: Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 1338
81-0 (2009)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the rights of certain county law enforcement officers.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1340
81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the holidays for members of fire and police departments in certain municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1341
81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to work performed in sports and community venue districts in certain municipalities.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 1474
81-0 (2009)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: McReynolds, Jim
Relating to compensation for certain emergency services personnel.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 1555
81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the conditions of employment for firefighters employed by certain airport districts; providing penalties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1707
81-0 (2009)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Gallego, Pete | et. al.
Relating to the use of proceeds from criminal asset forfeiture to provide college scholarships to children of peace officers killed in the line of duty and to an annual report regarding the total value of forfeited property in this state.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1894
81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to The Fire Fighter Labor Relations Act.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1896
81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., MarioSponsor: Walle, Armando
Relating to the employment of firefighters and police officers and the provision of emergency medical services in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 1946
81-0 (2009)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to business leave time accounts for firefighter employee organizations in certain municipalities.
House: Public Safety Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 2009
81-0 (2009)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to service and disability retirement benefits and death benefits for rescue specialists.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 2069
81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the right of certain municipalities to maintain local control over wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 2156
81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the number of persons who may be appointed to the classification immediately below department head in a police department covered by municipal civil service.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 2194
81-0 (2009)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the reporting and recording of a motor vehicle accident involving an official vehicle driven by a peace officer, fire fighter, or an emergency medical services employee in the course of official duties.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 2196
81-0 (2009)
Author: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the employment of peace officers by certain law enforcement agencies.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 2197
81-0 (2009)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Harless, Patricia
Relating to fees paid to a constable for serving civil process.
House: County Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 2265
81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the disciplinary suspension or demotion of a firefighter or police officer under municipal civil service.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 2415
81-0 (2009)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to license plates created by the Texas Department of Transportation for professional firefighters.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 2436
81-0 (2009)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to exemption from application of the Private Security Act of certain peace officers employed by a law enforcement agency.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 2583
81-0 (2009)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to coverage under a meet and confer agreement for certain municipal firefighters and police officers.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Urban Affairs
SCR 87
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 2730.
Received by the Secretary of the Senate
HB 24
80-0 (2007)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to a fee on sales of alcoholic beverages in certain municipalities to fund fire and emergency services and related educational activities.
House: Local Government Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 241
80-0 (2007)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to equipping each K-9 law enforcement vehicle with a heat alarm system.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 392
80-0 (2007)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to certain political activities by a labor organization or an affiliate of a labor organization that receives state funds; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
HB 486
80-0 (2007)
Author: Driver, JoeSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the continuing education requirements for chiefs of police.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 487
80-0 (2007)
Author: Driver, JoeSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the continuing education requirements for constables.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 488
80-0 (2007)
Author: Driver, JoeSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to disciplinary action by the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education against certain officers elected under the Texas Constitution.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 738
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bonnen, DennisSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to an exemption from Texas Commission on Fire Protection training requirements for certain aircraft fire fighting and rescue fire protection personnel.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 850
80-0 (2007)
Author: Olivo, Dora | et. al.
Relating to available training for school resource officers and school district peace officers.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 858
80-0 (2007)
Author: Talton, Robert
Relating to the authority of a peace officer to inquire into the immigration status of certain persons.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 866
80-0 (2007)
Author: Davis, YvonneSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to local control of firefighter and police officer employment matters in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 873
80-0 (2007)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to eligibility requirements for a beginning position in a police department in certain municipalities under municipal civil service.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
HB 1103
80-0 (2007)
Author: Latham, Thomas
Relating to the administration of polygraph examinations to certain officers and employees of the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas.
House: Law Enforcement
Left pending in committee
HB 1110
80-0 (2007)
Author: Callegari, BillSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the use by an active peace officer of the officer's rank or status to advertise or promote certain private businesses.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Left pending in committee
HB 1176
80-0 (2007)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to providing that a municipality may allow a municipal fire marshal or arson investigator to travel in an unmarked municipal vehicle when performing official duties.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
HB 1212
80-0 (2007)
Author: Pierson, Paula | et. al.Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the penalties for intoxication assault and intoxication manslaughter and to the sentencing of defendants convicted of those offenses.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 1315
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the qualifications of a person in the chain of command over fire protection personnel.
House: Urban Affairs
Recommitted to committee
HB 1339
80-0 (2007)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to the eligibility for education benefits of surviving minor children of certain public employees killed in the line of duty.
House: Pensions & Investments
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 1422
80-0 (2007)
Author: Driver, Joe | et. al.
Relating to personnel records of commissioned officers of the Department of Public Safety.
House: Law Enforcement
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1423
80-0 (2007)
Author: Driver, JoeSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to exemption from application of the Private Security Act of certain peace officers employed by a law enforcement agency.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 1473
80-0 (2007)
Author: Turner, SylvesterSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the waiver of sovereign immunity of a political subdivision for claims brought by certain employees.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
HB 1523
80-0 (2007)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to local control of firefighter employment matters in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 1561
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bailey, KevinSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the investigation of a firefighter in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1562
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bailey, KevinSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to hours of labor in certain fire departments.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1636
80-0 (2007)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to conditions of employment for certain peace officers.
House: Urban Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 1638
80-0 (2007)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 1660
80-0 (2007)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the amount of sick leave for police officers employed by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 1691
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to business leave time accounts for peace officers in certain municipalities and counties.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 1717
80-0 (2007)
Author: McReynolds, JimSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the identification requirements for any device with the appearance of a fire hydrant that is nonfunctioning or otherwise unavailable for use in a fire emergency.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1768
80-0 (2007)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the hours worked during a week by police officers in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 1860
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bailey, Kevin | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a peace officer employment opportunity Internet website by the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 1878
80-0 (2007)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to longevity pay for certain campus peace officers employed by a state institution of higher education or public technical institute.
House: Higher Education
Scheduled for public hearing on . . . .
HB 1934
80-0 (2007)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the establishment by the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education of a training program for peace officers regarding the use of a Taser or other stun gun.
House: Law Enforcement
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1955
80-0 (2007)
Author: Elkins, GarySponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the licensing of certain peace officers by the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 2033
80-0 (2007)
Author: England, Kirk
Relating to funding for the continuing education of certain peace officers.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 2066
80-0 (2007)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to the accessibility of initial training and continuing education for constables.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 2099
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bailey, Kevin | et. al.Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the right of certain municipalities to maintain local control over wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on intent calendar
HB 2157
80-0 (2007)
Author: McReynolds, Jim
Relating to an educational campaign to promote awareness of requirements for criminal justice agencies to report and disseminate information about threats against peace officers and detention officers.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 2184
80-0 (2007)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the right of certain municipalities to maintain local control over wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Record vote
HB 2241
80-0 (2007)
Author: Kuempel, Edmund
Relating to the work hours of and compensatory time and overtime pay for commissioned officers of the Department of Public Safety.
House: Appropriations
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2269
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to entrance examination procedures for certain police officers under municipal civil service.
House: Urban Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2270
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the deduction from a deputy sheriff's wages or salary in certain counties for payment of membership dues to an employee association.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2283
80-0 (2007)
Author: Chavez, NormaSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the suspension or removal of a deputy sheriff.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2321
80-0 (2007)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to determining population for the creation of civil service systems in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2330
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the applicability of the Fire and Police Employee Relations Act in recently incorporated political subdivisions to certain fire fighters covered by preexisting collective bargaining agreements.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2400
80-0 (2007)
Author: Keffer, JimSponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to membership in, contributions to, benefits from, and administration of the Texas Emergency Services Retirement System.
House: Pensions & Investments Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 2445
80-0 (2007)
Author: Driver, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Williams, Tommy | et. al.
Relating to certain employment records maintained by the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 2624
80-0 (2007)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to certain functions and services performed in relation to accidents.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
HB 2729
80-0 (2007)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the conditions of employment for firefighters employed by certain districts and entities; providing penalties.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2833
80-0 (2007)
Author: Driver, JoeSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain private security services.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 2868
80-0 (2007)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
Relating to assessment of certain insurers to fund the volunteer fire department assistance fund.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 2995
80-0 (2007)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to the number of persons who may be appointed to the classification immediately below department head in a police department covered by municipal civil service.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2998
80-0 (2007)
Author: Christian, Wayne
Relating to the duty of a peace officer to verify the citizenship and immigration status of certain persons.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3120
80-0 (2007)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to automatic admission to institutions of higher education for children of certain public servants killed in the line of duty.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
HB 3307
80-0 (2007)
Author: England, Kirk
Relating to funding for the continuing education of certain peace officers.
House: Law Enforcement
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3341
80-0 (2007)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to initial and continuing education and training for peace officers and recruits relating to the trafficking of persons.
House: Law Enforcement
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3352
80-0 (2007)
Author: Woolley, BeverlySponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to municipal civil service for firefighters and police officers in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 3360
80-0 (2007)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the prerequisites for enrollment in certain peace officer training programs.
House: Law Enforcement
Left pending in committee
HB 3372
80-0 (2007)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to training for peace officers relating to the trafficking of persons.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3405
80-0 (2007)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to the recognition of law enforcement officers in certain counties.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 3442
80-0 (2007)
Author: AnchÃa, Rafael
Relating to the creation of the law enforcement integrity unit in the office of the attorney general.
House: Judiciary
Left pending in committee
HB 3519
80-0 (2007)
Author: Strama, Mark | et. al.
Relating to conditions of employment for law enforcement officers and corrections officers employed by certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3586
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the sheriff's department civil service system in certain counties; imposing a criminal penalty.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3587
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to conditions of employment for deputy sheriffs employed by sheriff's departments in certain counties.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3588
80-0 (2007)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to sheriff's department civil service systems in certain counties; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3613
80-0 (2007)
Author: Latham, ThomasSponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to identification cards issued to peace officers, reserve law enforcement officers, and honorably retired peace officers by a law enforcement agency or other governmental entity.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 3704
80-0 (2007)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al.
Relating to immigration law training for certain law enforcement officers.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 3781
80-0 (2007)
Author: Jackson, Jim
Relating to the creation of a sheriff's department civil service system in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HR 2863
80-0 (2007)
Author: Driver, Joe
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2833.
Reported enrolled
SB 115
80-0 (2007)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to certain political activities by a labor organization or an affiliate of a labor organization that receives state funds; providing a criminal penalty.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 189
80-0 (2007)
Author: Brimer, KimSponsor: King, Phil
Relating to the amount of sick leave for police officers employed by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 243
80-0 (2007)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to local control of firefighter and police officer employment matters in certain municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Testimony taken in committee
SB 279
80-0 (2007)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the establishment and operation of a public building mapping information system by the Texas Building and Procurement Commission.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
SB 339
80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, RodneySponsor: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to entrance examination procedures for certain police officers under municipal civil service.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/07
SB 342
80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, RodneySponsor: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to eligibility requirements for a beginning position in a police department in certain municipalities under municipal civil service.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/07
SB 457
80-0 (2007)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Menendez, Jose
Relating to the eligibility for education benefits of surviving minor children of certain public employees killed in the line of duty.
House: Pensions & Investments Senate: Government Organization
Effective immediately
SB 503
80-0 (2007)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: England, Kirk
Relating to funding for the continuing education of certain peace officers.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
SB 511
80-0 (2007)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the qualifications of a person in the chain of command over fire protection personnel.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 517
80-0 (2007)
Author: Janek, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to tuition and laboratory fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for certain police officers enrolled in criminal justice or law enforcement management-related coursework.
Senate: Education
No action taken in subcommittee
SB 526
80-0 (2007)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to providing that a municipality may allow a municipal fire marshal or arson investigator to travel in an unmarked municipal vehicle when performing official duties.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 585
80-0 (2007)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Leibowitz, David
Relating to the authority of the Edwards Aquifer Authority to adopt rules relating to fire control.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 629
80-0 (2007)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the establishment of a peace officer employment opportunity Internet website by the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Law Enforcement
SB 632
80-0 (2007)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the investigation of a firefighter in certain municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
No action taken in committee
SB 633
80-0 (2007)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to hours of labor in certain fire departments.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
No action taken in committee
SB 720
80-0 (2007)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the continuing education requirements for chiefs of police.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 721
80-0 (2007)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to disciplinary action by the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education against certain officers elected under the Texas Constitution.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 729
80-0 (2007)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the issuance and use of private activity bonds by the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation and housing finance corporations.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 740
80-0 (2007)
Author: Whitmire, JohnSponsor: Driver, Joe | et. al.
Relating to personnel records of commissioned officers of the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
SB 772
80-0 (2007)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.Sponsor: Menendez, Jose
Relating to conditions of employment for certain peace officers.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/07
SB 1121
80-0 (2007)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the creation of the law enforcement integrity unit in the office of the attorney general.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1181
80-0 (2007)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to restrictions on collective bargaining agreements and arbitration awards under The Fire and Police Employee Relations Act.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1183
80-0 (2007)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.
Relating to the right of certain municipalities to maintain local control over wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1212
80-0 (2007)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., MarioSponsor: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the local control of firefighter employment matters in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1227
80-0 (2007)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the conditions of employment for firefighters employed by certain districts and entities; providing penalties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
No action taken in committee
SB 1243
80-0 (2007)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the number of persons who may be appointed to the classification immediately below department head in a police department covered by municipal civil service.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Urban Affairs
SB 1285
80-0 (2007)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to training for peace officers relating to the trafficking of persons.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1348
80-0 (2007)
Author: Patrick, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the liability of a governmental unit for action taken by a peace officer engaged in the pursuit of a motor vehicle.
House: Civil Practices Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Civil Practices
SB 1395
80-0 (2007)
Author: Williams, Tommy
Relating to certain employment records maintained by the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education; providing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
SB 1441
80-0 (2007)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the identification requirements for any device with the appearance of a fire hydrant that is nonfunctioning or otherwise unavailable for use in a fire emergency.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1584
80-0 (2007)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the deduction from a deputy sheriff's wages or salary in certain counties for payment of membership dues to an employee association.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
No action taken in committee
SB 1708
80-0 (2007)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the continuing education requirements for constables.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1712
80-0 (2007)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to exemption from application of the Private Security Act of certain peace officers employed by a sheriff's department.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1718
80-0 (2007)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to municipal civil service for firefighters and police officers in certain municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1769
80-0 (2007)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Strama, Mark
Relating to conditions of employment for law enforcement officers and corrections officers employed by certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1821
80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the administration of municipal civil service promotional examinations in certain cities to eligible candidates unable to be physically present during the examination.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1840
80-0 (2007)
Author: Patrick, Dan
Relating to the authority of a peace officer to inquire into the immigration status of certain persons.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1856
80-0 (2007)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the sheriff's department civil service system in certain counties; imposing a criminal penalty.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1925
80-0 (2007)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to conditions of employment for deputy sheriffs employed by sheriff's departments in certain counties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
No action taken in committee
SB 1948
80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the maximum annual compensation of certain auxiliary fire fighters.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1949
80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the use by an active peace officer of the officer's rank or status to advertise or promote certain private businesses.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SR 1180
80-0 (2007)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2833.
Reported enrolled
HB 27
79-0 (2005)
Author: Callegari, Bill | et. al.
Relating to the penalties for intoxication assault and intoxication manslaughter and to the sentencing of defendants convicted of those offenses.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 148
79-0 (2005)
Author: Harper-Brown, LindaSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the probationary period of persons appointed to beginning positions in certain fire or police departments.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 150
79-0 (2005)
Author: Reyna, Elvira | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the eligibility of a person to be appointed to serve on certain civil service commissions.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 156
79-0 (2005)
Author: Cook, Byron
Relating to the eligibility of certain law enforcement officers to participate in a low-interest home loan program offered by the state.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 181
79-0 (2005)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of certain corrections and peace officers to participate in a low-interest home loan program offered by the state.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 233
79-0 (2005)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the securing by municipal police officers of a scene to which the municipality's emergency ambulance service responds.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 246
79-0 (2005)
Author: Goolsby, Tony
Relating to the establishment of a special police force or neighborhood police department.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 263
79-0 (2005)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the civil service status of certain fire department employees.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 279
79-0 (2005)
Author: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to compensatory time off for certain state employees.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 304
79-0 (2005)
Author: Talton, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Relating to conditions of employment for police officers employed by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 340
79-0 (2005)
Author: Seaman, Gene | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the authority of a navigation district to establish a volunteer police reserve force.
House: Transportation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 466
79-0 (2005)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to conditions of employment for peace officers and detention officers employed by certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 631
79-0 (2005)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to county authority to adopt fire codes in unincorporated areas.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 639
79-0 (2005)
Author: Bailey, Kevin | et. al.Sponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to complaints against certain peace officers, fire fighters, detention officers, and county jailers.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 641
79-0 (2005)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to business leave time accounts for peace officers and detention officers in certain municipalities and counties.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 644
79-0 (2005)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to limiting the liability of emergency medical services volunteers and emergency medical services volunteer providers.
House: Civil Practices
Referred to Civil Practices
HB 771
79-0 (2005)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to business leave time accounts for peace officers and detention officers in certain counties.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 804
79-0 (2005)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to requiring notification to and approval by an association representing a municipality's firefighters before certain municipalities may outsource the provision of emergency medical services.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 825
79-0 (2005)
Author: Talton, RobertSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of interference with public duties.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 1007
79-0 (2005)
Author: Ritter, Allan | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to certain low-interest home loan programs administered by the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1039
79-0 (2005)
Author: Keel, Terry | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from tuition and fees at institutions of higher education for peace officers and police cadets enrolled in certain law enforcement programs.
House: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
HB 1144
79-0 (2005)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the hours worked during a week by police officers in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 1151
79-0 (2005)
Author: Gonzales, Veronica
Relating to the consideration of a person's age in determining the person's eligibility for a position in a police department in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1152
79-0 (2005)
Author: Gonzales, Veronica
Relating to representation elections conducted under The Fire and Police Employee Relations Act.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 1196
79-0 (2005)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the work hours of and compensatory time and overtime pay for commissioned officers of the Department of Public Safety.
House: Law Enforcement
Left pending in committee
HB 1197
79-0 (2005)
Author: Moreno, Paul
Relating to the establishment in certain municipalities of boards to receive and act on complaints of police misconduct.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 1213
79-0 (2005)
Author: Harper-Brown, LindaSponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to fitness incentive pay for certain fire fighters and police officers.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 1284
79-0 (2005)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to the exception from required public disclosure of a photograph of a peace officer.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1333
79-0 (2005)
Author: McReynolds, Jim
Relating to the provision of state death benefits to certain employees of the Texas Forest Service.
House: Appropriations
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1438
79-0 (2005)
Author: Talton, RobertSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to continuing education for peace officers.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 1534
79-0 (2005)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the appointment of a sheriff, municipal police officer, and firefighter to the Critical Infrastructure Protection Council.
House: Defense Affairs & State-Federal Relations Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
HB 1551
79-0 (2005)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to equipping each K-9 law enforcement vehicle with a heat alarm system.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 1588
79-0 (2005)
Author: Driver, JoeSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the qualifications and removal of and continuing education requirements for a constable.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 1589
79-0 (2005)
Author: Driver, JoeSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the administration of polygraph examinations to certain applicants for positions in the Department of Public Safety.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 1809
79-0 (2005)
Author: McReynolds, Jim
Relating to benefits from the Employees Retirement System of Texas for law enforcement officers commissioned by the Texas Department of Insurance or the state fire marshal.
House: Pensions & Investments
Left pending in committee
HB 1848
79-0 (2005)
Author: McReynolds, Jim
Relating to the classification of certain employees of the Texas Forest Service as fire protection personnel.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock
HB 1913
79-0 (2005)
Author: Olivo, DoraSponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the application of the municipal civil service law for firefighters and police officers to certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1914
79-0 (2005)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to longevity pay for certain campus peace officers employed by a state institution of higher education or public technical institute.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 1956
79-0 (2005)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to the regulation of firefighters and fire departments by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
House: Urban Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1977
79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallego, PeteSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the presentation of Star of Texas awards to peace officers, firefighters, and emergency medical first responders who are killed or sustain serious or fatal injuries in the line of duty.
House: Transportation Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1978
79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to the issuance of Star of Texas license plates.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 2023
79-0 (2005)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to funding for the continuing education of certain peace officers.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 2044
79-0 (2005)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to county authority to regulate vehicular or pedestrian gates at certain gated communities and multi-unit housing projects.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 2163
79-0 (2005)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the use by an active peace officer of the officer's rank or status to advertise or promote certain private businesses.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 2173
79-0 (2005)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the promotional system for municipal civil service fire fighters.
House: Urban Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2216
79-0 (2005)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to peace officers commissioned by the Texas State Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 2239
79-0 (2005)
Author: Luna, Vilma | et. al.Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to homeland security training and supplemental pay for certain law enforcement officers.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Testimony taken in committee
HB 2341
79-0 (2005)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to the administration of promotional examinations to certain firefighters and police officers who are members of the armed forces on active duty.
House: Defense Affairs & State-Federal Relations
Left pending in committee
HB 2457
79-0 (2005)
Author: Talton, RobertSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the entrance requirements, base pay, and longevity pay in certain municipalities for a police officer who has previous experience as a police officer.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2589
79-0 (2005)
Author: Davis, Yvonne | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to local control of fire fighter and police officer employment matters in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 2640
79-0 (2005)
Author: Jones, Delwin | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to municipal civil service coverage for certain employees of a fire department.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 2677
79-0 (2005)
Author: Driver, JoeSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to certain employment records maintained by the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 2712
79-0 (2005)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to eligibility for beginning positions in certain police and fire departments.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2769
79-0 (2005)
Author: Talton, RobertSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the presentation of state flags to survivors of certain deceased honorably retired peace officers.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 2823
79-0 (2005)
Author: Rose, PatrickSponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to the form of payments made to certain disabled peace officers under the Crime Victims' Compensation Act.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 2847
79-0 (2005)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to training for school resource officers and school district peace officers.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
HB 2848
79-0 (2005)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to the creation of a sheriff's department civil service system in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2892
79-0 (2005)
Author: Luna, Vilma | et. al.Sponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to conditions of employment for firefighters employed by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 3028
79-0 (2005)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the conditions of employment for firefighters employed by certain districts and entities; providing penalties.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3056
79-0 (2005)
Author: Howard, Charlie
Relating to the peace officers authorized to operate an authorized emergency vehicle used to provide police escort services.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 3057
79-0 (2005)
Author: Howard, Charlie
Relating to the number of hours worked by a part-time fire protection employee.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
HB 3141
79-0 (2005)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to outdoor burning in certain counties under the Texas Clean Air Act.
House: Environmental Regulation
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3160
79-0 (2005)
Author: Noriega, Melissa
Relating to service and disability retirement benefits and death benefits for rescue specialists.
House: Pensions & Investments
Left pending in committee
HB 3301
79-0 (2005)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to a fee on sales of alcoholic beverages in certain municipalities to fund fire and emergency services and related educational activities.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 3306
79-0 (2005)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne | et. al.
Relating to certain diseases or illnesses suffered by certain emergency fire fighter or emergency medical technicians.
House: Pensions & Investments
Left pending in committee
HB 3322
79-0 (2005)
Author: Luna, Vilma
Relating to the right of certain municipalities to maintain local control over wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 3399
79-0 (2005)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to the creation of a sheriff's department civil service system in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 3409
79-0 (2005)
Author: Rose, PatrickSponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the application of the municipal civil service law for firefighters and police officers to certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3430
79-0 (2005)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to law enforcement policies on racial profiling in certain counties.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 3562
79-0 (2005)
Author: Campbell, Scott
Relating to the number of persons who may be appointed to certain positions in police departments covered by municipal civil service.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HR 1302
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Travis W. Attaway.
Reported enrolled
HR 1303
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of A. Andrew Barcena.
Reported enrolled
HR 1304
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of John Murphy Bennet.
Reported enrolled
HR 1305
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Frank Manuel Cantu, Jr.
Reported enrolled
HR 1306
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Frank Scott Claborn.
Reported enrolled
HR 1307
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Charles R. Clark.
Reported enrolled
HR 1308
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Joseph Thomas Cushman.
Reported enrolled
HR 1309
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Toby Ray Dirickson.
Reported enrolled
HR 1310
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Amy Lynn Donovan.
Reported enrolled
HR 1311
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Michael A. FitzGerald.
Reported enrolled
HR 1312
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of John David Garcia.
Reported enrolled
HR 1313
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Jesus A. Garza.
Reported enrolled
HR 1314
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Robert D. Haley, Sr.
Reported enrolled
HR 1315
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Jose Arturo (Joe) Herrera.
Reported enrolled
HR 1316
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Gregory Lei Hunter.
Reported enrolled
HR 1317
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Kurt David Knapp.
Reported enrolled
HR 1318
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Dirk Ray Knearem.
Reported enrolled
HR 1319
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of James Michael Lane.
Reported enrolled
HR 1320
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Nathan R. Laurie.
Reported enrolled
HR 1321
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of John Edward Logan, Jr.
Reported enrolled
HR 1322
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of John Mathew Maki.
Reported enrolled
HR 1323
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Peter V. McDonald.
Reported enrolled
HR 1324
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Darren Glen Medlin.
Reported enrolled
HR 1325
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Raymond Nieto.
Reported enrolled
HR 1326
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of James Granvil O'Brien.
Reported enrolled
HR 1327
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Susan Lynn Williams Rodriguez.
Reported enrolled
HR 1328
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Ricardo G. Salinas.
Reported enrolled
HR 1329
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Christopher J. Sobieski.
Reported enrolled
HR 1330
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Wesley Wagstaff.
Reported enrolled
HR 1331
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Stanley A. Wiley.
Reported enrolled
HR 1332
79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
In memory of Jeremy Michael Wilson.
Reported enrolled
SB 118
79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the civil service status of certain fire department employees.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
SB 148
79-0 (2005)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Swinford, David
Relating to the exception from required public disclosure of a photograph of a peace officer.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 200
79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., MarioSponsor: Smith, Wayne
Relating to county authority to regulate vehicular or pedestrian gates to gated communities.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 203
79-0 (2005)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the amount of money available to certain disabled peace officers from the compensation to victims of crime fund.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 281
79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to business leave time accounts for peace officers in certain municipalities and counties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 310
79-0 (2005)
Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al.Sponsor: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to certain diseases or illnesses suffered by firefighters and emergency medical technicians.
House: Pensions & Investments Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 377
79-0 (2005)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to authorizing a county, city, town, school district, or other political subdivision to provide an additional exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homesteads of certain surviving spouses of peace officers and firefighters.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 432
79-0 (2005)
Author: Staples, Todd
Relating to the abolition of the Public Safety Radio Communications Council and the transfer of certain functions to the office of the governor.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 488
79-0 (2005)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to certain low-interest home loan programs administered by the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 497
79-0 (2005)
Author: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the qualifications and removal of a constable.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 612
79-0 (2005)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of interference with public duties.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 660
79-0 (2005)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to domestic preparedness training programs for certain law enforcement officers.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 716
79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., MarioSponsor: Talton, Robert
Relating to payroll deductions for certain employees who are peace officers.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 731
79-0 (2005)
Author: Williams, Tommy
Relating to initial training and continuing education requirements for a constable.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 732
79-0 (2005)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Driver, Joe
Relating to the administration of polygraph examinations to certain applicants for positions in the Department of Public Safety.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
SB 736
79-0 (2005)
Author: Brimer, KimSponsor: Smith, Wayne
Relating to the authority of certain counties to apply a county fire code to certain buildings.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 751
79-0 (2005)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Noriega, Melissa
Relating to service and disability retirement benefits and death benefits for rescue specialists.
House: Pensions & Investments Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 863
79-0 (2005)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to the administration of promotional examinations to certain firefighters and police officers who are members of the armed forces on active duty.
House: Defense Affairs & State-Federal Relations Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 864
79-0 (2005)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the liability of certain local governments for fire, emergency, or law enforcement services provided to another local government.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 866
79-0 (2005)
Author: Staples, ToddSponsor: Howard, Charlie
Relating to the operation of authorized emergency vehicles conducting a police escort.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
SB 879
79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario | et. al.Sponsor: Menendez, Jose
Relating to the regulation of firefighters and fire departments by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 881
79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the qualifications, powers, and duties of a special ranger and a special Texas Ranger.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1050
79-0 (2005)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the promotional system for municipal civil service fire fighters and police officers.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 1181
79-0 (2005)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to exempting a peace officer from tuition and fees charged by a public institution of higher education.
Senate: Education
Refer to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
SB 1249
79-0 (2005)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to homeland security training and supplemental pay for certain law enforcement officers.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 1303
79-0 (2005)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Driver, Joe
Relating to certain employment records maintained by the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1417
79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to conditions of employment for firefighters employed by certain municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1421
79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., MarioSponsor: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to eligibility for beginning positions in certain police and fire departments.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1429
79-0 (2005)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to the form of payments made to certain disabled peace officers under the Crime Victims' Compensation Act.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1433
79-0 (2005)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the conditions of employment for firefighters employed by certain districts and entities; providing penalties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 1453
79-0 (2005)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the recognition of certain officers as separate collective bargaining units in certain counties that have adopted The Fire and Police Employee Relations Act.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
No action taken in committee
SB 1460
79-0 (2005)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to a refund of sales and use tax paid by first responders for the purchase of certain equipment.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1498
79-0 (2005)
Author: Fraser, TroySponsor: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the requirement for water district consent to certain actions by municipalities that provide law enforcement or fire protection services.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1539
79-0 (2005)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the application of the municipal civil service law for firefighters and police officers to certain municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1565
79-0 (2005)
Author: Janek, Kyle
Relating to the collection, retention, and reporting of law enforcement data relating to traffic and pedestrian stops.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1601
79-0 (2005)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the entrance requirements and longevity pay in certain municipalities for a police officer who has previous experience as a police officer.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1665
79-0 (2005)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to outdoor burning in certain counties under the Texas Clean Air Act.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 1673
79-0 (2005)
Author: Barrientos, GonzaloSponsor: Olivo, Dora | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a sheriff's department civil service system in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 1682
79-0 (2005)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to complaints against certain police officers and fire fighters.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1762
79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., MarioSponsor: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the establishment and operation of a public building mapping information system by the Texas Building and Procurement Commission.
House: State Affairs Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Committee report sent to Calendars
SJR 13
79-0 (2005)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a county, city, town, school district, or other political subdivision to provide an additional exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homesteads of certain surviving spouses of peace officers and firefighters.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SJR 19
79-0 (2005)
Author: Janek, Kyle
Proposing a constitutional amendment to allow state or local peace officers, firefighters, and emergency service personnel to serve in the legislature.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 14
78-0 (2003)
Author: Keel, Terry | et. al.
Relating to the purchase of a badge, insignia, weapon, or uniform of law enforcement officers or public safety personnel.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
HB 53
78-0 (2003)
Author: Wolens, Steven
Relating to an increase in the cigarette tax and the distribution of that increase to counties and municipalities for police, sheriff, and fire services.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 108
78-0 (2003)
Author: Chavez, Norma
Relating to a refund of the sales tax on certain equipment purchased by peace officers, members of fire departments, and EMS personnel.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 141
78-0 (2003)
Author: Hope, Ruben | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain retired peace officers to carry certain weapons.
House: Law Enforcement
Reported favorably as substituted
HB 255
78-0 (2003)
Author: Hochberg, Scott | et. al.
Relating to exempting peace officers enrolled in law enforcement programs from tuition charged by a public institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 279
78-0 (2003)
Author: Moreno, Paul
Relating to the establishment in certain municipalities of boards to receive and act on complaints of police misconduct.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 363
78-0 (2003)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to peace officers commissioned and employed by public housing authorities.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 452
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to creating a recognition day in honor of Texas firefighters.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 481
78-0 (2003)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to racial profiling by airport security personnel; imposing a criminal penalty.
House: Law Enforcement
Left pending in committee
HB 533
78-0 (2003)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the application of the public information law to information regarding an emergency action plan of a law enforcement agency or a fire-fighting agency.
House: Defense Affairs and State-Federal Relations
Referred to Defense Affairs & State-Fed Rel
HB 622
78-0 (2003)
Author: Goolsby, TonySponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to business leave time accounts for police officer employee organizations in certain municipalities.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 726
78-0 (2003)
Author: Corte, Frank
Relating to the powers and duties of peace officers commissioned by certain hospital districts.
House: Law Enforcement
Meeting cancelled
HB 751
78-0 (2003)
Author: Woolley, Beverly
Relating to the operation of authorized emergency vehicles.
House: Law Enforcement
Reported favorably as substituted
HB 752
78-0 (2003)
Author: Woolley, Beverly | et. al.Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the administration of public retirement systems for police officers in certain municipalities.
House: Pensions & Investments Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 769
78-0 (2003)
Author: Solis, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to compensatory time off for certain communications service employees of the Department of Public Safety.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 880
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the creation of an appeals process for the termination or suspension of deputy constables in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 899
78-0 (2003)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the hours worked during a week by police officers in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 911
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallego, Pete | et. al.
Relating to creating a recognition day in honor of Texas firefighters.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 958
78-0 (2003)
Author: Isett, Carl
Relating to eligibility for a beginning position in a police department under municipal civil service.
House: Urban Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 959
78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, Ray | et. al.
Relating to the benefits provided to the survivors of certain public employees killed in the line of duty.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 964
78-0 (2003)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the salaries and longevity pay of sheriff department personnel.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 1087
78-0 (2003)
Author: Olivo, DoraSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to longevity pay for county jailers employed by certain sheriff's departments.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 1153
78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, RobertSponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to the retirement system for fire fighters and police officers in certain municipalities.
House: Pensions & Investments Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 1189
78-0 (2003)
Author: Talton, RobertSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to alternative dispute resolution procedures in certain police departments.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 1247
78-0 (2003)
Author: Ritter, Allan | et. al.Sponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to the creation, funding, and operation of a fire fighter and police officer home loan program.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1258
78-0 (2003)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to accommodations and work assignments for certain pregnant Department of Public Safety officers.
House: Law Enforcement
Left pending in committee
HB 1323
78-0 (2003)
Author: Flores, Kino
Relating to the benefits provided to eligible survivors of certain public servants killed in motor vehicle accidents in the line of duty.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 1389
78-0 (2003)
Author: Hamric, Peggy
Relating to a sheriff's appeal to a district court of a decision by a civil service commission.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1451
78-0 (2003)
Author: Flores, Kino
Relating to the education benefits provided to eligible survivors of certain public servants killed in the line of duty.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 1502
78-0 (2003)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to a residential tenant's right to summon police or emergency assistance; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 1574
78-0 (2003)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to annual reports of the efficiency of officers commissioned by the Department of Public Safety.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 1640
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the work hours of and compensatory time and overtime pay for commissioned officers of the Department of Public Safety.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 1642
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the conditions of employment for certain fire fighters.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1643
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin | et. al.
Relating to conditions of employment for peace officers employed by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Reason for vote recorded in Journal
HB 1644
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to grievance procedures under the municipal civil service law in certain cities.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1645
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to collective bargaining by employees of local governments.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 1647
78-0 (2003)
Author: Goolsby, Tony
Relating to the performance review of peace officers enforcing traffic laws.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 1774
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the applicability of The Fire and Police Employee Relations Act.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1775
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the duties that may be assigned to certain fire protection personnel.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1788
78-0 (2003)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to municipal payroll deductions for certain employees who are fire fighters.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1860
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to certain diseases, illnesses, and exposures suffered by certain public safety employees.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1937
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallego, PeteSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to designating September 11 as Texas First Responders Day and creating star of Texas awards for peace officers, firefighters, and emergency medical first responders who are killed or sustain serious or fatal injuries in the line of duty.
House: State Cultural and Recreational Resources Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 1970
78-0 (2003)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to a legislative leave time bank for fire fighters and police officers in certain municipalities and counties.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2010
78-0 (2003)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to the standard operating procedures of certain fire departments for fighting structure fires.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 2038
78-0 (2003)
Author: Lewis, GlennSponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to entrance examinations for beginning positions in the fire and police departments of certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 2214
78-0 (2003)
Author: Villarreal, Mike | et. al.
Relating to conditions of employment for a peace officer or a detention officer employed by certain sheriff's departments.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 2303
78-0 (2003)
Author: Keel, Terry | et. al.
Relating to conditions of employment for a peace officer or a detention officer employed by certain sheriff's departments.
House: County Affairs
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 2360
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to educational incentive pay under certain municipal civil service systems.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2361
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, KevinSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the investigation of a firefighter or police officer in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2362
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to involuntary separation of fire fighters from employment in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2363
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to minimum staffing for certain fire apparatus in certain fire departments.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2364
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the right of certain municipalities to maintain local control over wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 2370
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to collective bargaining by officials of the state or of a political subdivision of the state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2371
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to an appeal by a police officer or fire fighter.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 2400
78-0 (2003)
Author: Noriega, RickSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to military leave and military leave time accounts for certain municipal fire fighters and police officers.
House: Defense Affairs and State-Federal Relations Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
HB 2460
78-0 (2003)
Author: Hartnett, Will
Relating to local control of police officer employment matters in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2492
78-0 (2003)
Author: Isett, Carl
Relating to continued health insurance benefits for eligible surviving spouses of certain officers and employees of political subdivisions.
House: County Affairs
Withdrawn from calendar
HB 2534
78-0 (2003)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to commissioning certain fire code enforcement inspectors and fire hazard inspectors as peace officers.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 2551
78-0 (2003)
Author: Telford, Barry
Relating to supplemental pay for certain officers commissioned by the Department of Public Safety.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 2618
78-0 (2003)
Author: Ellis, Dan
Relating to the provision of state flags on the death of certain current or former custodial employees of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and fire protection employees.
House: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 2622
78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, RaySponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to certain governmental agency and private entity access to and use of criminal history record information maintained by the Department of Public Safety.
House: State Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 2642
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to business leave time accounts for peace officers and detention officers in certain municipalities and counties.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2685
78-0 (2003)
Author: Denny, Mary
Relating to the due diligence required of certain officers in regard to the execution or attempted execution of warrants alleging violations of conditions of community supervision.
House: Law Enforcement
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2701
78-0 (2003)
Author: Keffer, JimSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the provision of fire prevention and safety education.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 2730
78-0 (2003)
Author: Talton, Robert
Relating to business leave time accounts for peace officers in certain municipalities and counties.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 2733
78-0 (2003)
Author: Talton, Robert
Relating to the administration of a polygraph examination to a peace officer.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 2765
78-0 (2003)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the purchase of certain wireless communication devices by state agencies.
House: State Affairs Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
HB 2828
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to complaints against certain peace officers and fire fighters.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 2829
78-0 (2003)
Author: Luna, VilmaSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to supplemental pay for certain officers of the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 2870
78-0 (2003)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to conditions of employment for corrections officers employed by certain municipalities or counties.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 2872
78-0 (2003)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to conditions of employment for state correctional officers.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
HB 2918
78-0 (2003)
Author: Christian, Wayne
Relating to the administration of the rural volunteer fire department assistance program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 3067
78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to fire control, prevention, and emergency medical services districts by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3068
78-0 (2003)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the powers and duties of peace officers concerning enforcement of compulsory school attendance requirements.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
HB 3161
78-0 (2003)
Author: Capelo, Jaime
Relating to the benefits provided to certain firefighters and peace officers or their eligible survivors as a result of a disability or death from certain causes.
House: Urban Affairs
Meeting cancelled
HB 3162
78-0 (2003)
Author: Capelo, Jaime | et. al.
Relating to certain diseases or illnesses suffered by certain emergency first responders.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3236
78-0 (2003)
Author: Smith, Todd
Relating to the regulation of alarm systems and alarm systems companies.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3352
78-0 (2003)
Author: Hill, Fred
Relating to the authority of the head of a fire or police department to make certain appointments.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3353
78-0 (2003)
Author: Hill, Fred
Relating to the probationary period of a person appointed to a beginning position in a fire department in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3426
78-0 (2003)
Author: Lewis, Glenn
Relating to emergency services districts.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 3427
78-0 (2003)
Author: Lewis, Glenn
Relating to the conversion of all rural fire prevention districts to emergency services districts.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 3428
78-0 (2003)
Author: Lewis, Glenn
Relating to the qualifications for certain members of certain emergency services districts.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HJR 6
78-0 (2003)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing a moratorium in death penalty cases in which analyses performed by a crime laboratory operated by the City of Houston Police Department were admitted into evidence.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
SB 92
78-0 (2003)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to a residential tenant's right to summon police or emergency assistance; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 117
78-0 (2003)
Author: Staples, ToddSponsor: Hope, Ruben
Relating to the authority of certain retired peace officers and federal criminal investigators to carry certain weapons.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 120
78-0 (2003)
Author: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to a sheriff's appeal to a district court of a decision by a civil service commission.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 192
78-0 (2003)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the purchase of a badge, insignia, weapon, or uniform of a peace officer or firefighter.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Law Enforcement
SB 255
78-0 (2003)
Author: Averitt, KipSponsor: Solis, Jim
Relating to compensatory time off for certain communications service employees of the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 407
78-0 (2003)
Author: Deuell, BobSponsor: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the liability of a governmental unit for fire or emergency services in a contract or in the absence of a contract.
House: Civil Practices Senate: State Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 411
78-0 (2003)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the salaries and longevity pay of sheriff department personnel in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 461
78-0 (2003)
Author: Staples, ToddSponsor: Woolley, Beverly
Relating to the operation of authorized emergency vehicles.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Effective immediately
SB 482
78-0 (2003)
Author: Madla, Frank | et. al.Sponsor: Haggerty, Pat | et. al.
Relating to certain benefits provided to the survivors of public employees and chaplains killed in the line of duty.
House: Corrections Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 562
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., MarioSponsor: Talton, Robert | et. al.
Relating to conditions of employment for peace officers employed by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on Major State Calendar
SB 614
78-0 (2003)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to complaints against certain peace officers and fire fighters.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 633
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the investigation of a firefighter or police officer in certain municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 634
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the duties that may be assigned to certain fire protection personnel.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 635
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to educational incentive pay under certain municipal civil service systems.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 642
78-0 (2003)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to the retirement system for firefighters and police officers in certain municipalities.
House: Pensions & Investments Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Pensions and Investments
SB 672
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the conditions of employment for certain fire fighters.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 728
78-0 (2003)
Author: Staples, Todd
Relating to the benefits provided to the survivors of certain public employees killed in the line of duty.
House: Appropriations Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Appropriations
SB 801
78-0 (2003)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Corte, Frank
Relating to the powers and duties of peace officers commissioned by certain hospital districts.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
SB 804
78-0 (2003)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to accommodations and work assignments for certain pregnant Department of Public Safety officers.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 807
78-0 (2003)
Author: Janek, Kyle
Relating to involuntary medical separation from employment of firefighters in certain cities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 844
78-0 (2003)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to collective bargaining by employees of local governments.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 846
78-0 (2003)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to annual reports of the efficiency of officers commissioned by the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Law Enforcement
SB 848
78-0 (2003)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the benefits provided to certain firefighters and peace officers or their eligible survivors as a result of a disability or death from certain causes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 886
78-0 (2003)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to a legislative leave time bank for peace officers and firefighters.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 911
78-0 (2003)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo | et. al.
Relating to firefighter employment in certain political subdivisions; providing criminal penalties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 959
78-0 (2003)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Isett, Carl
Relating to continued health insurance benefits for eligible surviving spouses of certain officers and employees of political subdivisions.
House: County Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 973
78-0 (2003)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to firefighter employment in certain political subdivisions; providing criminal penalties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1021
78-0 (2003)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Lewis, Glenn
Relating to emergency services districts and the conversion of all rural fire prevention districts to emergency services districts.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 1022
78-0 (2003)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Lewis, Glenn
Relating to emergency services districts.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 1026
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the applicability of The Fire and Police Employee Relations Act.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1027
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to municipal payroll deductions for certain employees who are fire fighters.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1029
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to business leave time accounts for peace officers in certain municipalities and counties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1042
78-0 (2003)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to domestic preparedness training programs for certain law enforcement officers.
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Referred to Infrastructure Dev & Security
SB 1044
78-0 (2003)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to supplemental pay for certain officers of the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas who have obtained certain higher education degrees or an equivalent number of credit hours.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1068
78-0 (2003)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to complaints against certain police officers and fire fighters.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1114
78-0 (2003)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Garza, Timoteo
Relating to secondary employment by officers commissioned by the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 1155
78-0 (2003)
Author: Shapleigh, EliotSponsor: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the purchase of certain wireless communication devices by state agencies.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1166
78-0 (2003)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to conditions of employment for a peace officer or a detention officer employed by certain sheriff's departments.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Received from the Senate
SB 1188
78-0 (2003)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Luna, Vilma
Relating to supplemental pay for certain officers of the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 1199
78-0 (2003)
Author: Janek, Kyle
Relating to the compensation of certain state law enforcement officers.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1256
78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to supplemental pay for certain officers commissioned by the Department of Public Safety.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1264
78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the donation by political subdivisions of outdated or surplus fire-protection and emergency services equipment to certain fire departments.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1278
78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to security officers for electric cooperatives.
House: Regulated Industries Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1286
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to collective bargaining by officials of the state or of a political subdivision of the state.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1288
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario | et. al.Sponsor: Noriega, Rick
Relating to military leave and military leave time accounts for certain municipal firefighters and police officers.
House: Defense Affairs and State-Federal Relations Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Laid on the table subject to call
SB 1289
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the work hours of and compensatory time and overtime pay for commissioned officers of the Department of Public Safety.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1291
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to salaries on which pension benefits are based for police officers in certain municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1414
78-0 (2003)
Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al.Sponsor: Capelo, Jaime
Relating to certain diseases or illnesses suffered by certain emergency first responders.
House: Public Health Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1426
78-0 (2003)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the minimum staffing for certain fire apparatus in certain fire departments.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1448
78-0 (2003)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the right of certain municipalities to maintain local control over wages, hours, and other terms of employment of certain municipal employees.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1459
78-0 (2003)
Author: Lindsay, JonSponsor: Smith, Wayne
Relating to access to criminal history record information by a county fire marshal.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 1460
78-0 (2003)
Author: Lindsay, JonSponsor: Smith, Wayne
Relating to county fire marshals and county fire protection; providing penalties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 1461
78-0 (2003)
Author: Lindsay, JonSponsor: Smith, Wayne
Relating to the sale of used fire-fighting equipment to certain volunteer fire departments.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 1600
78-0 (2003)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the eligibility for police department promotional examination in certain municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1687
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to star of Texas awards for peace officers, firefighters, and emergency medical first responders who are killed or sustain serious or fatal injuries in the line of duty.
House: House Administration Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to House Administration
SB 1688
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to grievance procedures under the municipal civil service law in certain cities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1692
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to alternative dispute resolution procedures in certain police departments.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1733
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the creation of an appeals process for the termination or suspension of deputy constables in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to County Affairs
SB 1776
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to creating a recognition day in honor of Texas firefighters.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1777
78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to fire control, prevention, and emergency medical services districts of certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Urban Affairs
SB 1845
78-0 (2003)
Author: Averitt, Kip
Relating to license eligibility for certain law enforcement officers.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1881
78-0 (2003)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to a payment to a law enforcement and firefighter support organization as a condition of community supervision.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1907
78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the regulation of alarm systems and alarm systems companies.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Urban Affairs
SJR 45
78-0 (2003)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Lewis, Glenn
Proposing a constitutional amendment to repeal the authority of the legislature to provide for the creation of rural fire prevention districts.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Filed with the Secretary of State
SJR 53
78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing political subdivisions to donate outdated or surplus fire-protection and emergency services equipment to certain fire departments.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
HB 78
78-3 (2003)
Author: Goolsby, Tony
Relating to the establishment of a special police force or neighborhood police department.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement