|
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HB 222 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Murr, Andrew
Sponsor: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to liability of burn bosses in connection with certain prescribed burns. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Jurisprudence
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|FIRE SAFETY & PREVENTION |
|
|
HB 365 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Sponsor: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to liability arising from farm animals. |
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: State Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|Animals|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|HORSES |
|
|
HB 543 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: White, James
|
Relating to the regulation of working animals by a political subdivision. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Animals|Political Subdivisions |
|
|
HB 580 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Lopez, Ray
|
Relating to requiring a consumer warning upon sale of certain household plants that are hazardous when ingested by canines. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Animals|RUDY'S LAW |
|
|
HB 687 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
|
Relating to the prosecution and punishment of the offense of smuggling of persons. |
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|Crimes--Against Persons--General|Criminal Procedure--General|HUMAN TRAFFICKING|Weapons |
|
|
HB 862 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Romero, Ramon
|
Relating to the regulation of migrant labor housing facilities; authorizing an increase in the amount of a fee; changing the amount of a civil penalty. |
House: Urban Affairs
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|Aliens|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Housing--General|Housing--Rural|Labor--Agricultural Workers |
|
|
HB 952 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
|
Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 1070 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Harris, Cody | et. al.
Sponsor: Perry, Charles
|
Relating to the performance of pest control work by persons who hold a commercial or noncommercial applicator license issued by the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES |
|
|
HB 1078 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
|
Relating to liability arising from farm animal activities. |
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|Animals|Civil Remedies & Liabilities |
|
|
HB 1084 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: King, Phil
|
Relating to the calculation of the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as open-space or timber land as a result of a change in the use of the land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND |
|
|
HB 1259 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to the rural veterinarian incentive program. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Higher Education
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|RURAL|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|VETERINARIANS |
|
|
HB 1266 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Kacal, Kyle
|
Relating to the administration of seed and plant certification in this state by the State Seed and Plant Certification Council and the Texas Crop Improvement Association. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|City Government--General|County Government--General|SEED & PLANT BOARD, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE SEED & PLANT CERTIFICATION COUNCIL|TEXAS CROP IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION |
|
|
HB 1371 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to the continuation of the Trade Agricultural Inspection Grant Program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Transportation
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|BORDER |
|
|
HB 1395 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Middleton, Mayes
|
Relating to ad valorem taxation. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|CONSTRUCTION & HEAVY EQUIPMENT|COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTORS|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|GULF OF MEXICO|Legislature|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|Oil & Gas|Property Interests--Personal Property|Property Interests--Real Property|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|SPECIAL TAX CODE BOARD|Taxation--Property-Appeal of Tax Decisions|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Taxation--School District |
|
|
HB 1469 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Hefner, Cole
|
Relating to the appraisal of land for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land following a transfer between family members. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 1479 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Cyrier, John
|
Relating to charging exorbitant or excessive prices for certain agricultural goods during a declared disaster. |
House: Business & Industry
|
Referred to Business & Industry |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|FOOD |
|
|
HB 1480 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Cyrier, John
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to the protection of animal and crop facilities; creating a criminal offense. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|Animals|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Crimes--Against Property|Science & Technology |
|
|
HB 1652 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.
|
Relating to the regulation of certain direct sales of food to consumers and a limitation on the fee amount for certain permits. |
House: Public Health
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|FARMERS' MARKETS|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local|FOOD|Health--General |
|
|
HB 1686 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
|
Relating to the regulation of food production on single-family residential lots by a municipality or property owners' association. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Local Government
|
Referred to Local Government |
Agriculture|Animals|City Government--Land Use & Zoning|Property Interests--Property Owners Association |
|
|
HB 1733 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Krause, Matt
|
Relating to insurance premium tax credits for investments supporting agriculture and rural development projects; authorizing a fee; providing an administrative penalty. |
House: Insurance
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Insurance--General|Taxation--General |
|
|
HB 1830 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Cyrier, John
|
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Animal Health Commission. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Sunset--Commission Bills|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY|VETERINARY MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1835 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Canales, Terry
|
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Agriculture, the Prescribed Burning Board, and the Texas Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation and the abolishment of the Early Childhood Health and Nutrition Interagency Council. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ATTORNEY GENERAL|EARLY CHILDHOOD HEALTH & NUTRITION INTERAGENCY COUNCIL|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PRESCRIBED BURNING BOARD|Sunset--Commission Bills|Sunset—Required Reviews |
|
|
HB 2028 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
|
Relating to egg grading. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Health--General|PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
HB 2043 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Leman, Ben | et. al.
|
Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural land and the liability for the additional tax imposed on such land if the use of the land changes as a result of a condemnation. |
House: Land & Resource Management
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|CONDEMNATION|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 2089 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Burrows, Dustin
Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
|
Relating to the detection and mitigation of plant pests and diseases. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 2106 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
|
Relating to the prevention, identification, investigation, and enforcement of payment card fraud; providing a civil penalty. |
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|Consumer Protection|CREDIT & DEBIT CARDS|Financial--General|FRAUD|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 2277 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Rogers, Glenn | et. al.
|
Relating to marketing and labeling requirements for certain food products, including imitation meat food products. |
House: Public Health
|
Referred to Public Health |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD|Health--General|PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
HB 2288 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: White, James
|
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of the sale or change in the use of land appraised as agricultural or open-space land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection |
|
|
HB 2397 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to the administration, implementation, and enforcement of federal produce safety standards by the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Health--General |
|
|
HB 2428 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Murr, Andrew
Sponsor: Perry, Charles
|
Relating to the calculation of net to land in the appraisal of open-space land for ad valorem tax purposes. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Local Government
|
Removed from local & uncontested calendar |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 2535 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
Sponsor: Perry, Charles
|
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of real property that includes certain improvements used for the noncommercial production of food for personal consumption. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Local Government
|
Effective on 1/1/22 |
Agriculture|FOOD|Property Interests--Homestead|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 2616 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: White, James
|
Relating to a voluntary labeling program for meat and poultry products originating in this state. |
House: Business & Industry
|
Referred to Business & Industry |
Agriculture|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General |
|
|
HB 2619 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
|
Relating to the creation and administration of the On-The-Ground Conservation Program by the State Soil and Water Conservation Board. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, TEXAS STATE|WATER--CONSERVATION|Water--General |
|
|
HB 2840 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Longoria, Oscar | et. al.
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to the inapplicability of state citrus fruit maturity standards to grapefruit and oranges processed for juice. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|FOOD |
|
|
HB 2841 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Longoria, Oscar | et. al.
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to suits to collect assessments owed by certain citrus producers. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ATTORNEY GENERAL|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Civil Remedies & Liabilities |
|
|
HB 3078 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Bailes, Ernest | et. al.
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to the registration of certain motor vehicles as farm or ranch vehicles. |
House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
|
Removed from local & uncontested calendar |
Agriculture|LICENSE PLATES|MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration |
|
|
HB 3192 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
|
Relating to the prohibition of glyphosate herbicides on the grounds of a public or private school or institution of higher education. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Higher--General|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Education--Primary & Secondary--Private|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES |
|
|
HB 3275 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Ellzey, Jake
|
Relating to the exclusion of the operation of certain vehicles used to transport property from commercial driver's license requirements. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
|
Withdrawn from schedule |
Agriculture|Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses |
|
|
HB 3289 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: González, Mary
Sponsor: Blanco, César
|
Relating to the penalties for a violation of a quarantine or rule to protect pecans or pecan trees from diseases or pests; increasing civil penalties. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|Crimes--Miscellaneous |
|
|
HB 3383 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Rogers, Glenn
|
Relating to requiring coursework in agriculture for a baccalaureate degree program at a public institution of higher education. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Agriculture|EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 3452 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: White, James
Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
|
Relating to granting limited state law enforcement authority to certain federal special agents. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Criminal Justice
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF|Law Enforcement|Military & Veterans |
|
|
HB 3545 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Frullo, John
|
Relating to the applicability of certain insurance laws to certain farm mutual insurance companies. |
House: Insurance
|
Referred to Insurance |
Agriculture|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Taxation--General |
|
|
HB 3688 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.
|
Relating to the confidentiality of the identity of certain landowners who participate in a State Soil and Water Conservation Board program to manage or eradicate an invasive species. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Received from the House |
Agriculture|Protection of Personal Information|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, TEXAS STATE |
|
|
HB 3833 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
|
Relating to the appraisal of certain real property for ad valorem tax purposes. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Local Government
|
Effective immediately |
Aeronautics|Agriculture|Housing--General|Parks & Wildlife--General|Property Interests--Real Property|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 3854 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Rogers, Glenn
|
Relating to animal disease control by the Texas Animal Health Commission; providing an administrative penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals |
|
|
HB 3855 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Rogers, Glenn
|
Relating to the control of diseases of swine. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals |
|
|
HB 3856 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Rogers, Glenn
Sponsor: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to administrative penalties imposed by the Texas Animal Health Commission. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3921 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Bailes, Ernest
|
Relating to the use of certain drugs in bovine breeding stock by or on the prescription of a veterinarian. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|Animals|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|VETERINARIANS |
|
|
HB 3924 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Sponsor: Springer, Drew | et. al.
|
Relating to health benefits offered by certain nonprofit agricultural organizations. |
House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Property & Casualty |
|
|
HB 3948 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
|
Relating to the production and regulation of hemp and consumable hemp products; providing administrative penalties; creating a criminal offense. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Senate appoints conferees-reported |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Crimes--Drugs|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HEMP|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 3959 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Buckley, Brad | et. al.
Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas youth livestock show grant program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Governor|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 3975 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Martinez, Armando
|
Relating to the sanitary transportation of human and animal food. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|Safety |
|
|
HB 4004 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Rogers, Glenn | et. al.
|
Relating to a study by Texas A&M University of the appraisal of agricultural land for ad valorem tax purposes. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Local Government
|
Referred to Local Government |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appeal of Tax Decisions|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous|Taxation--Property-State Administration|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY |
|
|
HB 4099 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
|
Relating to an interim study of the appraisal of agricultural land for ad valorem tax purposes. |
House: House Administration
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Legislature|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts |
|
|
HB 4148 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Sanford, Scott
|
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of certain land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND |
|
|
HB 4152 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Spiller, David
|
Relating to the qualification of certain land that is adjacent to other qualified open-space land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 4319 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Shine, Hugh
|
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land based on its use to raise or keep bees. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 4320 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Shine, Hugh
|
Relating to the appraisal of land for ad valorem tax purposes on the basis of its productive capacity. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 4548 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.
|
Relating to the issuance of oversize or overweight permits for vehicles transporting agricultural commodities during or preceding a disaster. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Transportation
|
Referred to Transportation |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF|PERMITS|VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT |
|
|
HJR 106 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: White, James
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the provision that subjects land designated for agricultural use to an additional tax when the land is diverted to a purpose other than agricultural use or sold. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection |
|
|
HJR 149 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the provision that subjects land designated for agricultural use to an additional tax when the land is diverted to a purpose other than agricultural use or sold. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 336 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Johnson, Nathan
|
Relating to egg grading. |
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Referred to Health & Human Services |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Health--General|PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
SB 395 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Perry, Charles
|
Relating to the performance of pest control work by persons who hold a commercial or noncommercial applicator license issued by the Department of Agriculture. |
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES |
|
|
SB 472 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
|
Relating to the protection of animal and crop facilities; creating a criminal offense. |
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Animals|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Crimes--Against Property|Science & Technology |
|
|
SB 576 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Sponsor: Lozano, J. M.
|
Relating to the prosecution and punishment of the offense of smuggling of persons. |
House: State Affairs
Senate: Criminal Justice
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|Crimes--Against Persons--General|Criminal Procedure--General|HUMAN TRAFFICKING|Weapons |
|
|
SB 617 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.
|
Relating to the regulation of certain direct sales of food to consumers and a limitation on the fee amount for certain permits. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|FARMERS' MARKETS|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local|FOOD|Health--General |
|
|
SB 634 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
|
Relating to the confidentiality of the identity of certain landowners who participate in a State Soil and Water Conservation Board program to manage or eradicate an invasive species. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|Protection of Personal Information|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, TEXAS STATE|Water--General |
|
|
SB 677 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to the administration of seed and plant certification in this state by the State Seed and Plant Certification Council and the Texas Crop Improvement Association. |
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|City Government--General|County Government--General|SEED & PLANT BOARD, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE SEED & PLANT CERTIFICATION COUNCIL|TEXAS CROP IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION |
|
|
SB 682 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Blanco, César
|
Relating to the regulation of migrant labor housing facilities. |
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|Aliens|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Housing--General|Housing--Rural|Labor--Agricultural Workers |
|
|
SB 703 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Sponsor: Canales, Terry
|
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Agriculture, the Prescribed Burning Board, and the Texas Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation and the abolishment of the Early Childhood Health and Nutrition Interagency Council. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ATTORNEY GENERAL|EARLY CHILDHOOD HEALTH & NUTRITION INTERAGENCY COUNCIL|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PRESCRIBED BURNING BOARD|SEED & PLANT BOARD, TEXAS|Sunset--Commission Bills|Sunset—Required Reviews |
|
|
SB 705 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Cyrier, John
|
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Animal Health Commission. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Sunset--Commission Bills|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY|VETERINARY MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 725 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Sponsor: Leman, Ben
|
Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural land and the liability for the additional tax imposed on such land if the use of the land changes as a result of a condemnation. |
House: Land & Resource Management
Senate: Local Government
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|CONDEMNATION|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 731 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Perry, Charles
|
Relating to the detection and mitigation of plant pests and diseases. |
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 801 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: Leman, Ben
|
Relating to the development of an agriculture education program for public elementary schools. |
House: Public Education
Senate: Education
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum |
|
|
SB 867 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to an animal share exemption for certain meat and meat food products. |
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|Animals|FOOD|Health--General |
|
|
SB 964 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
|
Relating to the prevention, identification, investigation, and enforcement of payment card fraud; providing a civil penalty. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Co-author authorized |
Agriculture|Consumer Protection|CREDIT & DEBIT CARDS|Financial--General|FRAUD|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 1002 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to reducing the criminal penalty for the operation of overweight vehicles transporting livestock. |
Senate: Transportation
|
Referred to Transportation |
Agriculture|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
SB 1062 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
|
Relating to the regulation of food production on single-family residential lots by a municipality or property owners' association. |
Senate: Local Government
|
Co-author authorized |
Agriculture|Animals|City Government--Land Use & Zoning|Property Interests--Property Owners Association |
|
|
SB 1078 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to liability arising from farm animals. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Agriculture|Animals|Civil Remedies & Liabilities |
|
|
SB 1118 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Sponsor: Wilson, Terry M.
|
Relating to the creation and administration of the On-The-Ground Conservation Program by the State Soil and Water Conservation Board. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, TEXAS STATE|WATER--CONSERVATION|Water--General |
|
|
SB 1128 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Powell, Beverly
|
Relating to pollinator health. |
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Governor|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|TASK FORCE ON POLLINATOR HEALTH|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE |
|
|
SB 1145 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Perry, Charles
Sponsor: Buckley, Brad
|
Relating to the advertising and labeling of certain food products. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Postponed |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 1245 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Perry, Charles
Sponsor: Murr, Andrew
|
Relating to the farm and ranch survey conducted by the comptroller for purposes of estimating the productivity value of qualified open-space land as part of the study of school district taxable values. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Taxation--Property-State Administration |
|
|
SB 1342 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to the regulation of livestock export-import processing facilities; creating a criminal offense. |
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|Crimes--Miscellaneous |
|
|
SB 1376 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
|
Relating to the administration, implementation, and enforcement of federal produce safety standards by the Department of Agriculture. |
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Co-author authorized |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Health--General |
|
|
SB 1380 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
|
Relating to the creation of the farmer mental health and suicide prevention program. |
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|SUICIDE |
|
|
SB 1447 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to the rural veterinarian incentive program. |
Senate: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|RURAL|VETERINARIANS |
|
|
SB 1562 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to the sanitary transportation of human and animal food. |
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Referred to Health & Human Services |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|Safety |
|
|
SB 1566 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to the continuation of the Trade Agricultural Inspection Grant Program. |
Senate: Transportation
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|BORDER |
|
|
SB 1778 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Perry, Charles
|
Relating to the production and regulation of hemp and consumable hemp products; providing administrative penalties; imposing and authorizing fees; creating a criminal offense. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Crimes--Drugs|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HEMP|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 1973 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
|
Relating to the operation of and coverage by a nonprofit agricultural organization. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Co-author authorized |
Agriculture|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Insurance--Property & Casualty |
|
|
SB 1994 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land based on its use to raise or keep bees. |
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Finance |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 1995 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to the appraisal of land for ad valorem tax purposes on the basis of its productive capacity. |
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Finance |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 1996 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to animal disease control by the Texas Animal Health Commission; providing an administrative penalty. |
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals |
|
|
SB 1997 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Springer, Drew
Sponsor: Rogers, Glenn
|
Relating to the control of diseases of swine. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/21 |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals |
|
|
SB 1998 |
87-0 (2021) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to administrative penalties imposed by the Texas Animal Health Commission. |
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 84 |
87-1 (2021) |
Author: Murr, Andrew
|
Relating to the calculation of net to land in the appraisal of open-space land for ad valorem tax purposes. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|Animals|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts |
|
|
HB 287 |
87-1 (2021) |
Author: Rogers, Glenn
|
Relating to a study by Texas A&M University of the appraisal of agricultural land for ad valorem tax purposes. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appeal of Tax Decisions|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous|Taxation--Property-State Administration|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY |
|
|
HB 305 |
87-1 (2021) |
Author: White, James
|
Relating to the ownership of agricultural land by nonresident aliens or foreign entities. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Aliens|INTERNET|Property Interests--Real Property|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 58 |
87-2 (2021) |
Author: White, James
|
Relating to the ownership of agricultural land by nonresident aliens or foreign entities. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Aliens|Property Interests--Real Property|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 124 |
87-2 (2021) |
Author: Schofield, Mike | et. al.
|
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of a sale or change of use of certain land. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 160 |
87-2 (2021) |
Author: King, Phil | et. al.
|
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of a sale or change of use of certain land. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 242 |
87-2 (2021) |
Author: White, James | et. al.
|
Relating to the advertising and labeling of certain food products. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HJR 12 |
87-2 (2021) |
Author: Schofield, Mike | et. al.
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the provision that subjects land designated for agricultural use to an additional tax when the land is diverted to a purpose other than agricultural use or sold. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HJR 21 |
87-2 (2021) |
Author: King, Phil | et. al.
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the provision that subjects land designated for agricultural use to an additional tax when the land is diverted to a purpose other than agricultural use or sold. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 35 |
87-2 (2021) |
Author: Hall, Bob
|
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of a sale or change of use of certain land. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND |
|
|
SJR 7 |
87-2 (2021) |
Author: Hall, Bob
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the provision that subjects land designated for agricultural use to an additional tax when the land is diverted to a purpose other than agricultural use or sold. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Tax Rate |
|
|
HB 69 |
87-3 (2021) |
Author: White, James | et. al.
|
Relating to the ownership of agricultural land by nonresident aliens or foreign entities. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Aliens|Property Interests--Real Property|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
SB 25 |
87-3 (2021) |
Author: Hall, Bob
|
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of a sale or change of use of certain land. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND |
|
|
SJR 7 |
87-3 (2021) |
Author: Hall, Bob
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the provision that subjects land designated for agricultural use to an additional tax when the land is diverted to a purpose other than agricultural use or sold. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Tax Rate |
|
|
HB 32 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: González, Mary
|
Relating to the regulation of certain pecan buyers in certain counties; providing a civil penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm. |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ATTORNEY GENERAL|Crimes--Miscellaneous|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
HB 50 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Romero, Ramon
|
Relating to the regulation of migrant labor housing facilities. |
House: Urban Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Aliens|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Housing--General|Housing--Rural|Labor--Agricultural Workers |
|
|
HB 70 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Sponsor: Hall, Bob
|
Relating to a strategic plan goal by the Department of Agriculture to prevent crop diseases and plant pests in this state. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture
|
Vetoed by the Governor |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 97 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Property Tax
|
Referred to Property Tax |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 136 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
|
Relating to pollinator health. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|TASK FORCE ON POLLINATOR HEALTH|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE |
|
|
HB 163 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Canales, Terry
|
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if a change in use of the land occurs. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 191 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Stephenson, Phil | et. al.
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to the disposal of pesticides. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Environment--General|Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE |
|
|
HB 410 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: White, James | et. al.
Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
|
Relating to the regulation of certain low-volume and other livestock processing establishments. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Agriculture|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General |
|
|
HB 614 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
|
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural, open-space, or timber land if the land is sold or diverted to a different use. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 639 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Springer, Drew
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to the eligibility of land used as an ecological laboratory for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Property Tax
|
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
Agriculture|Education--Higher--General|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 718 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
|
Relating to food and beverages available from a vending machine located on property used by a state agency. |
House: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Agriculture|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|NUTRITION|Purchasing--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|VENDING MACHINES |
|
|
HB 794 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: King, Phil | et. al.
|
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of open-space land appraised as agricultural land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appeal of Tax Decisions|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 969 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to regulate the removal by a landowner of noxious or invasive plant species or brush species detrimental to water conservation from the landowner's property. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|City Government--Land Use & Zoning|County Government--Land Use & Zoning|Political Subdivisions|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, TEXAS STATE|Water--General |
|
|
HB 989 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
|
Relating to industrial hemp; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Crimes--Drugs|MARIHUANA|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
HB 1188 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hefner, Cole | et. al.
|
Relating to the appraisal of land for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land following a transfer between family members. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Property Tax
|
Referred to Property Tax |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 1213 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hefner, Cole
|
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of open-space land appraised as agricultural land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appeal of Tax Decisions|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 1230 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Dominguez, Alex
|
Relating to the production and regulation of hemp. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Crimes--Drugs|MARIHUANA |
|
|
HB 1247 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al.
|
Relating to liability for the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural land if the use of the land changes as a result of a condemnation. |
House: Land & Resource Management
|
Referred to Land & Resource Management |
Agriculture|CONDEMNATION|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 1252 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
|
Relating to the establishment of a grocery access investment fund program. |
House: Urban Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FOOD|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Human Services--Food Programs |
|
|
HB 1254 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Murphy, Jim
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
|
Relating to the eligibility of land secured by a home equity loan to be designated for agricultural use for ad valorem tax purposes. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Property Tax
|
Effective on 1/1/20 |
Agriculture|HOME EQUITY|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 1284 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
|
Relating to egg grading. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD|Health--General|PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
HB 1325 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
|
Relating to the production and regulation of hemp; requiring occupational licenses; authorizing fees; creating criminal offenses; providing civil and administrative penalties. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Crimes--Drugs|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HEMP|HEMP FARMING ACT|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 1409 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al.
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as timber land or restricted-use timber land. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Property Tax
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Agriculture|Oil & Gas|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND |
|
|
HB 1489 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Kacal, Kyle
|
Relating to including cuttings as a form of propagation for citrus budwood and citrus nursery stock certification programs. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Considered in Calendars |
Agriculture |
|
|
HB 1514 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Buckley, Brad | et. al.
|
Relating to the Texas Olive Oil Industry Advisory Board. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|OLIVE OIL INDUSTRY ADVISORY BOARD, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE |
|
|
HB 1526 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Bell, Cecil
Sponsor: Paxton, Angela
|
Relating to the treatment of a nursery stock weather protection unit as an implement of husbandry for ad valorem tax purposes. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Property Tax
|
Effective on 1/1/20 |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 1563 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
|
Relating to the licensing and regulation of animal export-import processing facilities; providing penalties; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Received from the House |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Animals|IMPORTS & EXPORTS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
HB 1591 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to the regulation of disease control by the Animal Health Commission. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT |
|
|
HB 1657 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
|
Relating to the production and regulation of hemp. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Crimes--Drugs|MARIHUANA |
|
|
HB 1694 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan
|
Relating to limitations on food regulations at farms, farmers' markets, and cottage food production operations. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Agriculture|FARMERS' MARKETS|FOOD|Health--General|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 1696 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
|
Relating to the preference given by state and local governmental entities to agricultural products produced or grown in this state. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Education--School Districts|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|Purchasing--Local|Purchasing--State |
|
|
HB 1723 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
|
Relating to repeal of the permit requirement for intrastate shipment of bees. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PERMITS |
|
|
HB 1743 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
|
Relating to the additional ad valorem tax and interest imposed as a result of a change of use of certain land. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Property Tax
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 1778 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Martinez, Armando
|
Relating to weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products. |
House: Transportation
|
Referred to Transportation |
Agriculture|AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE, TEXAS|MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
HB 1831 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to reducing the criminal penalty for the operation of overweight vehicles transporting agricultural products. |
House: Transportation
|
Referred to Transportation |
Agriculture|VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
HB 1840 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to the operation of vehicles transporting agricultural products; authorizing a fee. |
House: Transportation
|
Referred to Transportation |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PERMITS|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
HB 1868 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
|
Relating to the creation of the Texas Rural Water Advisory Council. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|GENERAL LAND OFFICE COMMISSIONER|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|RURAL WATER ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Water--General |
|
|
HB 1970 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hefner, Cole
|
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if a change in use of the land occurs. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 1978 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Harris, Cody
|
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of agricultural or open-space land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 2009 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.
|
Relating to the regulation of certain direct sales of food to consumers and a limitation on the fee amount for certain permits. |
House: Public Health
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local|FOOD|Health--General|PERMITS |
|
|
HB 2053 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Murr, Andrew
Sponsor: Flores, Peter
|
Relating to individuals and organizations providing certain services and liability in connection with prescribed burns. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Agriculture|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|FIRE SAFETY & PREVENTION |
|
|
HB 2121 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Bailes, Ernest
|
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of real property that includes improvements used for the noncommercial production of food for personal consumption. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|FOOD|Property Interests--Homestead|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 2126 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: King, Ken
|
Relating to height limitations for certain vehicles transporting seed cotton or cotton. |
House: Transportation
|
Referred to Transportation |
Agriculture|COTTON|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
HB 2155 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to a grant program to reduce wait times for agricultural inspections of vehicles at ports of entry along the Texas-Mexico border. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|BORDER|Vehicles & Traffic--General |
|
|
HB 2160 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
|
Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 2166 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Sponsor: Flores, Peter
|
Relating to the administration of seed and plant certification in this state by the State Seed and Plant Certification Council and the Texas Crop Improvement Association. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|City Government--General|County Government--General|SEED & PLANT BOARD, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE SEED & PLANT CERTIFICATION COUNCIL |
|
|
HB 2182 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Toth, Steve
|
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of real property that includes improvements used for the noncommercial production of food for personal consumption. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|FOOD|Property Interests--Homestead|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 2223 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Frullo, John
Sponsor: Perry, Charles
|
Relating to the exemption of certain commercial weighing or measuring devices from registration and inspection requirements. |
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Senate: Agriculture
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|FOOD |
|
|
HB 2483 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Farrar, Jessica
|
Relating to the prohibition of certain pesticides on public road rights-of-way. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Environment--General|Highways|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES |
|
|
HB 2484 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Farrar, Jessica
|
Relating to the establishment of the Bee Pollinator Goals Task Force to develop and report on statewide pollinator goals. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|BEE POLLINATOR GOALS TASK FORCE|Governor |
|
|
HB 2596 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: White, James
|
Relating to the regulation of raising or keeping six or fewer chickens by a political subdivision. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Considered in Calendars |
Agriculture|Animals|City Government--Land Use & Zoning|Political Subdivisions |
|
|
HB 2666 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
|
Relating to the sales and use tax exemption for certain aircraft. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Withdrawn from schedule |
Agriculture|Taxation--Sales|Transportation--Aviation |
|
|
HB 2670 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Guillen, Ryan
|
Relating to the regulation of beekeeping; authorizing fees. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|PERMITS |
|
|
HB 2900 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Fierro, Art | et. al.
Sponsor: Hall, Bob
|
Relating to the authority of a commodity producers board or a committee to hold meetings by telephone conference. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Open Meetings|PUBLIC NOTICE|TELECONFERENCING |
|
|
HB 2945 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to payment card skimmers on motor fuel dispensers and to creating a payment fraud fusion center; imposing civil penalties; creating criminal offenses. |
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ATTORNEY GENERAL|Consumer Protection|CREDIT & DEBIT CARDS|Financial--General|FRAUD|Law Enforcement|TYLER, CITY OF |
|
|
HB 2996 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
|
Relating to the eligibility of land located in a residential subdivision for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 3083 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Zwiener, Erin
|
Relating to the regulation of certain low-volume poultry processing establishments. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|Animals|Health--General |
|
|
HB 3115 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Zwiener, Erin
|
Relating to the establishment of an agriculture and rural ombudsman office. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE & RURAL OMBUDSMAN OFFICE|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS|Governor |
|
|
HB 3210 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Martinez, Armando
|
Relating to the establishment of the Thirty Percent Texas Initiative to encourage the use of food produced in this state for school lunches. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|FOOD |
|
|
HB 3280 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Fierro, Art
|
Relating to an exemption for certain small producers from regulations on nursery products and florist items. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture |
|
|
HB 3348 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to the eligibility of land on which the Texas Animal Health Commission has established a temporary quarantine for ticks for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural or open-space land. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Property Tax
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 3358 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Sanford, Scott
|
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of certain land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 3762 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Burrows, Dustin
|
Relating to size limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products and equipment. |
House: Transportation
|
Referred to Transportation |
Agriculture|Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
HB 3766 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.
|
Relating to the storage of grapes in a public warehouse. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|FOOD |
|
|
HB 3799 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Buckley, Brad | et. al.
|
Relating to the advertising and labeling of certain meat food products. |
House: Public Health
|
Left pending in committee |
ADVERTISING|Agriculture|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 3863 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
|
Relating to granting limited state law enforcement authority to certain federal officers or agents. |
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: State Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|DEPT. OF AGRICULTURE, U. S.|Law Enforcement |
|
|
HB 4109 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Sheffield, J. D.
|
Relating to the exclusion of certain small public grain warehouses from regulation. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture |
|
|
HB 4212 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
|
Relating to the establishment of a professional bee removal training and licensure program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
HB 4276 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Zedler, Bill
|
Relating to the legalization of certain cannabidiol. |
House: Public Health
|
Left pending in subcommittee |
Agriculture|Crimes--Drugs|HEMP|MARIHUANA |
|
|
HB 4374 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Murr, Andrew
|
Relating to liability of prescribed burn directors in connection with prescribed burns. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|FIRE SAFETY & PREVENTION |
|
|
HB 4459 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
|
Relating to the addition of certain provisions to the Texas Rural Investment Fund. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|Military & Veterans|RURAL|State Finances--Appropriations |
|
|
HB 4519 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: King, Ken
|
Relating to the development of a central filing system by the secretary of state for the filing of financing statements for certain security interests; authorizing fees; providing civil penalties. |
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|Electronic Information Systems|Financial--General|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|SECRETARY OF STATE |
|
|
HB 4547 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Wray, John
|
Relating to requiring a consumer warning upon sale of certain household plants that are hazardous when ingested by canines. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Animals|RUDY'S LAW |
|
|
HJR 107 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Sanford, Scott
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the provision that subjects land designated for agricultural use to an additional tax when the land is diverted to a purpose other than agricultural use or sold. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 86 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Sponsor: White, James
|
Relating to the regulation of raising or keeping chickens on single-family residential lots by a municipality. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|Animals|City Government--Land Use & Zoning|Political Subdivisions|Property Interests--Property Owners Association |
|
|
SB 116 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
|
Relating to industrial hemp; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Crimes--Drugs|MARIHUANA|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
SB 135 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to the eligibility of land used as an ecological laboratory for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
Senate: Property Tax
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Education--Higher--General|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 474 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hancock, Kelly
|
Relating to the eligibility of land secured by a home equity loan to be designated for agricultural use for ad valorem tax purposes. |
Senate: Property Tax
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 555 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
|
Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural land and the liability for the additional tax imposed on such land if the use of the land changes as a result of a condemnation. |
House: Land & Resource Management
Senate: Property Tax
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|CONDEMNATION|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 581 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
|
Relating to the exemption of certain commercial weighing or measuring devices from registration and inspection requirements. |
Senate: Agriculture
|
Co-author authorized |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|FOOD |
|
|
SB 677 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hall, Bob
|
Relating to the regulation of beekeeping; imposing fees and authorizing other fees; expanding the applicability of an occupational permit. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PERMITS |
|
|
SB 688 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Perry, Charles
Sponsor: King, Ken
|
Relating to height limitations for certain vehicles transporting seed cotton or cotton. |
House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Agriculture|COTTON|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
SB 697 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Rodríguez, José
|
Relating to the regulation of migrant labor housing facilities. |
Senate: Agriculture
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Aliens|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Housing--General|Housing--Rural|Labor--Agricultural Workers |
|
|
SB 701 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
|
Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as timber land or restricted-use timber land. |
Senate: Property Tax
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Oil & Gas|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND |
|
|
SB 743 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Sponsor: Buckley, Brad
|
Relating to the Texas Olive Oil Industry Advisory Board. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|OLIVE OIL INDUSTRY ADVISORY BOARD, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE |
|
|
SB 776 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the establishment of an agriculture and rural ombudsman office. |
Senate: Agriculture
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE & RURAL OMBUDSMAN OFFICE|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS|Governor |
|
|
SB 788 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Johnson, Nathan
|
Relating to the preference given by state and local governmental entities to agricultural products produced or grown in this state. |
Senate: Agriculture
|
Referred to Agriculture |
Agriculture|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Education--School Districts|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|Purchasing--Local|Purchasing--State |
|
|
SB 789 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
|
Relating to limitations on food regulations at farms, farmers' markets, and cottage food production operations. |
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Referred to Health & Human Services |
Agriculture|FOOD|Health--General|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 894 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon
|
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural, open-space, or timber land if the land is sold or diverted to a different use. |
Senate: Property Tax
|
Committee report printed and distributed |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 932 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Sponsor: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.
|
Relating to the regulation of certain direct sales of food to consumers and a limitation on the fee amount for certain permits. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Agriculture|FARMERS' MARKETS|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local|FOOD|Health--General|PERMITS |
|
|
SB 979 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Sponsor: Kacal, Kyle
|
Relating to including cuttings as a form of propagation for citrus budwood and citrus nursery stock certification programs. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture |
|
|
SB 1205 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Sponsor: Miller, Rick
|
Relating to an appropriation of money from the general revenue fund to the State Soil and Water Conservation Board for the purpose of eradicating Carrizo cane, contingent on the receipt of federal funds for the same purpose. |
House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, TEXAS STATE|State Finances--Appropriations|Water--General |
|
|
SB 1214 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Sponsor: Wilson, Terry M.
|
Relating to the sales and use tax exemption for certain aircraft. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Agriculture|Taxation--Sales|Transportation--Aviation |
|
|
SB 1240 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
|
Relating to the production and regulation of hemp; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|HEMP|MARIHUANA |
|
|
SB 1341 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Johnson, Nathan
|
Relating to the regulation of certain low-volume poultry processing establishments. |
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Referred to Health & Human Services |
Agriculture|Animals|Health--General |
|
|
SB 1409 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hall, Bob
|
Relating to the administration, implementation, and enforcement of federal produce safety standards by the Department of Agriculture. |
Senate: Agriculture
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD|Health--General |
|
|
SB 1648 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to payment card skimmers on motor fuel dispensers; imposing a civil penalty; creating criminal offenses. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ATTORNEY GENERAL|Consumer Protection|CREDIT & DEBIT CARDS|Financial--General|FRAUD |
|
|
SB 1672 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Perry, Charles
Sponsor: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to the detection and mitigation of plant pests and diseases. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
SB 1805 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Rodríguez, José
|
Relating to egg grading. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD|Health--General|PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
SB 1812 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to a grant program to reduce wait times for agricultural inspections of vehicles at ports of entry along the Texas-Mexico border. |
Senate: Transportation
|
Co-author authorized |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|BORDER|Vehicles & Traffic--General |
|
|
SB 1884 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to the protection of animal and crop facilities; creating a criminal offense. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|Animals|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Crimes--Against Property|Science & Technology |
|
|
SB 1939 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Sponsor: Burrows, Dustin
|
Relating to the storage of grapes in a public warehouse. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/19 |
Agriculture|Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|FOOD |
|
|
SB 1962 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the additional tax imposed if the use of land located in certain counties and appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as open-space land is changed. |
Senate: Property Tax
|
Referred to Property Tax |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 1963 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
Senate: Property Tax
|
Referred to Property Tax |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE |
|
|
SB 2032 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hall, Bob
|
Relating to payment card skimmers and the creation of a payment card fraud center; imposing a civil penalty; creating criminal offenses. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Agriculture|ATTORNEY GENERAL|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Consumer Protection|CREDIT & DEBIT CARDS|Financial--General|FRAUD |
|
|
SB 2033 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hall, Bob
|
Relating to the development of a central filing system by the secretary of state for the filing of financing statements for certain security interests; authorizing fees; providing civil penalties. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|Electronic Information Systems|Financial--General|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|SECRETARY OF STATE |
|
|
SB 2035 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hall, Bob
|
Relating to the advertising and labeling of certain meat food products. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
ADVERTISING|Agriculture|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 2036 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hall, Bob
|
Relating to the authority of a commodity producers board or a committee to hold meetings by telephone conference. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Open Meetings|PUBLIC NOTICE |
|
|
SB 2037 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Hall, Bob
Sponsor: King, Ken
|
Relating to a study regarding the feasibility of implementing a central filing system for the filing of financing statements for security interests in farm products. |
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Senate: Agriculture
|
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar |
AGRICULTURAL LIENS|Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|Electronic Information Systems|SECRETARY OF STATE |
|
|
SB 2061 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Menéndez, José
|
Relating to a prohibition on the application of certain pesticides at public school buildings and other facilities. |
Senate: Education
|
Referred to Education |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities|Minors--Health & Safety|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES |
|
|
SB 2147 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the development of a method to determine the value of certain real property for purposes of eminent domain. |
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Environment--Air|Environment--Water|Property Interests--Eminent Domain|Property Interests--Real Property |
|
|
SB 2170 |
86-0 (2019) |
Author: Rodríguez, José
|
Relating to pollinator health. |
Senate: Agriculture
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|TASK FORCE ON POLLINATOR HEALTH|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE |
|
|
HB 164 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a grocery access investment fund program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions |
|
|
HB 173 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
|
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain rainwater harvesting; providing administrative penalties; authorizing fees; requiring an occupational license. |
House: Natural Resources
|
Referred to Natural Resources |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Water--General |
|
|
HB 231 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
|
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE, TEXAS|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 320 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Canales, Terry
|
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if a change in use of the land occurs. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 338 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Burrows, Dustin
Sponsor: Perry, Charles
|
Relating to acreage contracts and quantity contracts for the purchase of agricultural products. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Agriculture|PRODUCER PROTECTION ACT |
|
|
HB 394 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
|
Relating to the designation of the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center at The University of Texas at Austin as the state botanical garden and arboretum. |
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Administration
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Agriculture|State Symbols|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |
|
|
HB 572 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Stephenson, Phil | et. al.
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to the disposal of pesticides. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Vetoed by the Governor |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Environment--General|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES|State Finances--Management & Control|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE |
|
|
HB 643 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Phillips, Larry
|
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land on the basis of its use for wildlife management. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Parks & Wildlife--General|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 646 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to food and beverages available from a vending machine located on property used by a state agency. |
House: Public Health
|
Referred to Public Health |
Agriculture|FOOD|Health--General|NUTRITION|Purchasing--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|VENDING MACHINES |
|
|
HB 777 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al.
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
|
Relating to the eligibility of land owned by certain members of the armed services of the United States for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Military & Veterans|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 801 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Murphy, Jim
|
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of open-space land appraised as agricultural land. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 950 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Rodriguez, Justin | et. al.
|
Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Military & Veterans|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 1091 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Murr, Andrew
|
Relating to liability arising from certain prescribed burning activity. |
House: Natural Resources
|
Referred to Natural Resources |
Agriculture|BURNING & INCINERATORS|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Property Interests--Real Property |
|
|
HB 1105 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Miller, Rick
|
Relating to granting certain municipalities authority to adopt development regulations around certain military facilities; creating a criminal offense. |
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AIRPORTS|City Government--Land Use & Zoning|County Government--Land Use & Zoning|Military & Veterans|Transportation--Aviation |
|
|
HB 1211 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Phillips, Larry
|
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if a change in use of the land occurs. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 1250 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Wray, John
|
Relating to the authority of certain counties to prohibit the land application of certain sewage sludge in the county or in a portion of the county. |
House: Environmental Regulation
|
Referred to Environmental Regulation |
Agriculture|County Government--Land Use & Zoning|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|SEWAGE SLUDGE |
|
|
HB 1293 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: King, Tracy
|
Relating to bees, the chief apiary inspector, and the regulation of beekeepers; authorizing fees; requiring an occupational registration; providing a criminal penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
HB 1299 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to the procedure for the approval of rules adopted by the comptroller relating to the appraisal of qualified open-space land and qualified timber land for ad valorem tax purposes. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND |
|
|
HB 1535 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Farrar, Jessica
|
Relating to the prohibition of certain pesticides on public road rights-of-way. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Environment--General|Highways|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES |
|
|
HB 1586 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: King, Tracy
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the services that require a structural pest control license; changing the applicability of an occupational license. |
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Vetoed by the Governor |
Agriculture|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
HB 1662 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Phelan, Dade
|
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of agricultural land, open-space land, and timber land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND |
|
|
HB 1730 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Cyrier, John
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to certification of the state's primary standards of weights and measures. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 1876 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
|
Relating to size and weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products and equipment. |
House: Transportation
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
HB 1880 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Hefner, Cole
|
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of open-space land appraised as agricultural land. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 1956 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Springer, Drew
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to the operation of certain off-highway vehicles. |
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Transportation
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Agriculture|Education--Driver Education & Training|RECREATIONAL & ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
HB 2004 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
Sponsor: Perry, Charles
|
Relating to the Texas economic development fund for the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|TEXAS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND |
|
|
HB 2023 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Alvarado, Carol
|
Relating to the labeling of genetically modified food; authorizing a civil penalty. |
House: Public Health
|
Referred to Public Health |
Agriculture|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS|Science & Technology|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 2029 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Sponsor: Perry, Charles
|
Relating to the exemption of certain commercial weighing or measuring devices from registration and inspection requirements. |
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|FOOD |
|
|
HB 2142 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Kacal, Kyle
|
Relating to oversize or overweight vehicles transporting livestock feed, grain, or grain by-products. |
House: Transportation
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|Highways|VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
HB 2174 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to the regulation of motor fuel quality and motor fuel metering devices; authorizing fees. |
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Transportation
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Consumer Protection|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure |
|
|
HB 2314 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Murphy, Jim
|
Relating to liability for interest if land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural or open-space land is sold or diverted to a different use. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 2365 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Romero, Ramon
|
Relating to the regulation of migrant labor housing facilities. |
House: Urban Affairs
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|Aliens|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Housing--General|Housing--Rural|Labor--Agricultural Workers |
|
|
HB 2438 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
|
Relating to the preference given by school districts to produce grown by certain entities. |
House: Public Education
|
Referred to Public Education |
Agriculture|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|FOOD |
|
|
HB 2484 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Nevárez, Poncho | et. al.
|
Relating to the licensing and regulation of animal export-import processing facilities; providing penalties; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Animals|IMPORTS & EXPORTS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
HB 2567 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Bailes, Ernest
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to forest pest control. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Agriculture|Property Interests--Real Property|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE |
|
|
HB 2600 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Farrar, Jessica
|
Relating to the establishment of the Bee Pollinator Goals Task Force to develop and report on statewide pollinator goals. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|AGRILIFE RESEARCH, TEXAS|BEE POLLINATOR GOALS TASK FORCE|Governor |
|
|
HB 2716 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
|
Relating to a study by the Department of Agriculture of the transfer of water from the Mississippi River. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Water--Development|Water--General |
|
|
HB 2758 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Geren, Charlie
|
Relating to the regulation of seed by a political subdivision. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Companion considered in lieu of in committee |
Agriculture|City Government--General|County Government--General|Political Subdivisions |
|
|
HB 2817 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
|
Relating to the prosecution of, punishment for, and deterrence of certain offenses involving cattle, bison, or horses; authorizing an administrative penalty; authorizing an assessment; increasing a criminal penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Animals|CATTLE RAISERS ASSOCIATION, TEXAS & SOUTHWESTERN|Criminal Procedure--General|HORSES |
|
|
HB 3013 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
|
Relating to incentives to encourage landowners to destroy, remove, or treat citrus trees located in a pest management zone. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 3063 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Sponsor: Perry, Charles
|
Relating to agricultural liens. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
AGRICULTURAL LIENS|Agriculture|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens |
|
|
HB 3112 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Allen, Alma
|
Relating to the development of healthy nutrition and physical activity guidelines for public school teachers, public school administrators, and licensed child-care providers. |
House: Public Health
|
Referred to Public Health |
Agriculture|Day Care|Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|Human Services--Food Programs|INTERAGENCY OBESITY COUNCIL|NUTRITION |
|
|
HB 3137 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Hefner, Cole
|
Relating to the appraisal of land for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land following a transfer between family members. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 3154 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Smithee, John
|
Relating to creation, attachment, perfection, and enforcement of certain liens in the slaughtering of livestock. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Withdrawn from schedule |
AGRICULTURAL LIENS|Agriculture|Animals|Business & Commerce--General|Financial--General |
|
|
HB 3194 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Guillen, Ryan
|
Relating to weight limitations for certain vehicles carrying livestock. |
House: Transportation
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|Animals|VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
HB 3198 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Darby, Drew
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the eligibility of land to continue to be appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if the land begins to be used for oil and gas operations. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Agriculture|Oil & Gas|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 3227 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: King, Tracy
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to the administration and enforcement of produce safety standards by the Department of Agriculture; authorizing an administrative penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD|Health--General|Safety |
|
|
HB 3324 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a grocery access investment fund program. |
House: Urban Affairs
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|FOOD|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Human Services--Food Programs |
|
|
HB 3582 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Paddie, Chris
Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
|
Relating to agriculture, including the regulation of seed by a political subdivision and the abolition of certain entities associated with the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Committee report printed and distributed |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Animals|Business & Commerce--General|Health--Rural|Political Subdivisions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 3586 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Bernal, Diego
|
Relating to funding for new and existing migrant labor housing facilities; establishing an interagency task force to provide support for migrant agricultural workers. |
House: Urban Affairs
|
Referred to Urban Affairs |
Agriculture|Aliens|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Housing--General|Labor--Agricultural Workers |
|
|
HB 3587 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Zedler, Bill | et. al.
|
Relating to industrial hemp; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Crimes--Drugs|MARIHUANA|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|SEED & PLANT BOARD, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 3590 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Frank, James
|
Relating to reducing regulations on the application of certain pesticides by school district employees. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES |
|
|
HB 3646 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Larson, Lyle
|
Relating to the appointment of the commissioner of agriculture. |
House: State Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|Governor|State Officers |
|
|
HB 3664 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: King, Tracy
|
Relating to the establishment of a program for marketing, promotion, research, and education efforts regarding Texas wine; authorizing assessments. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Agriculture|Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|WINE & WINERIES |
|
|
HB 3707 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
|
Relating to an inspection program to deter cattle theft; authorizing an administrative penalty; authorizing an assessment. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Animals|Crimes--Miscellaneous |
|
|
HB 3798 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
|
Relating to the establishment of an agriculture and rural ombudsman office. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE & RURAL OMBUDSMAN OFFICE|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS|Governor |
|
|
HB 3807 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Burns, DeWayne
|
Relating to the operation of vehicles transporting agricultural products; authorizing a fee. |
House: Transportation
|
Referred to Transportation |
Agriculture|MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PERMITS|VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT|Vehicles & Traffic--General |
|
|
HB 3928 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Schaefer, Matt
|
Relating to the appraisal of land for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land following a transfer between family members. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|Family--General|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 3952 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Phillips, Larry
Sponsor: Perry, Charles
|
Relating to suspension of the activities of the Texas Grain Producer Indemnity Board. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|GRAIN PRODUCER INDEMNITY FUND BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 3969 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: King, Ken
|
Relating to a study regarding the feasibility of implementing a central filing system for the filing of financing statements for agricultural liens. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
AGRICULTURAL LIENS|Agriculture|SECRETARY OF STATE |
|
|
HB 3975 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Ashby, Trent
|
Relating to qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as timber land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND |
|
|
HB 3992 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Murphy, Jim
Sponsor: Perry, Charles
|
Relating to a franchise tax exemption for certain cooperatives with a member that has farmer-fruit grower members. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Finance
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Taxation--Franchise |
|
|
HB 4004 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Tinderholt, Tony
|
Relating to verification of eligibility for the school lunch program. |
House: Public Education
|
Referred to Public Education |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Human Services--Food Programs |
|
|
HB 4118 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Gonzales, Larry | et. al.
|
Relating to programs and fees administered by the Department of Agriculture |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State |
|
|
HB 4222 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
|
Relating to the regulation of the labeling, sale, offering, exposing or transporting for sale of agricultural, vegetable, flower, and tree and shrub seeds for certification; to prevent misrepresentation thereof; making changes to the State Seed and Plant Board; to repeal all laws in conflict with this Act; changing the amount of a fee. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS|SEED & PLANT BOARD, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE |
|
|
HJR 68 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Phelan, Dade
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment repealing the provision which subjects land designated for agricultural use to an additional tax when the land is diverted to a purpose other than agricultural use or sold. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 60 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the preference given by state and local governmental entities, including public institutions of higher education, to agricultural products produced, processed, or grown in this state. |
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--School Districts|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|Purchasing--Local|Purchasing--State |
|
|
SB 175 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to the eligibility of land owned by certain members of the armed services of the United States for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Finance |
Agriculture|Military & Veterans|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 287 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
|
Relating to the designation of the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin as the state botanical garden and arboretum. |
Senate: Administration
|
Co-author authorized |
Agriculture|State Symbols |
|
|
SB 330 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
|
Relating to the qualification of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|Military & Veterans|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 594 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Sponsor: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to the procedure for the approval of rules adopted by the comptroller relating to the appraisal of qualified open-space land and qualified timber land for ad valorem tax purposes. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Effective on 1/1/18 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND |
|
|
SB 629 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
|
Relating to liability for interest if land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural or open-space land is sold or diverted to a different use. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 656 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the establishment of an agriculture and rural ombudsman office. |
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE & RURAL OMBUDSMAN OFFICE|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS|Governor |
|
|
SB 700 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Finance |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE |
|
|
SB 1006 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Nichols, Robert
Sponsor: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to the eligibility of land used as an ecological laboratory for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm. |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 1025 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
|
Relating to the regulation of migrant labor housing facilities. |
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|Aliens|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Housing--General|Housing--Rural|Labor--Agricultural Workers |
|
|
SB 1172 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Perry, Charles
Sponsor: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
|
Relating to the regulation of seed by a political subdivision. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/17 |
Agriculture|City Government--General|County Government--General|Political Subdivisions |
|
|
SB 1393 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the services that require a structural pest control license; changing the applicability of an occupational license. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
SB 1459 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Sponsor: Martinez, Armando
|
Relating to incentives to encourage landowners to destroy, remove, or treat citrus trees located in a pest management zone. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|CAMERON COUNTY|HIDALGO COUNTY|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|WILLACY COUNTY |
|
|
SB 1514 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Estes, Craig
Sponsor: Darby, Drew
|
Relating to the eligibility of land to continue to be appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if the land begins to be used for oil and gas operations. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|Oil & Gas|OPEN-SPACE LAND|RAILROAD COMMISSION|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 1620 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Taylor, Van
Sponsor: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
|
Relating to the regulation of raising or keeping six or fewer chickens by a political subdivision. |
House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|Animals|City Government--Land Use & Zoning |
|
|
SB 1668 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to the administration and enforcement of produce safety standards by the Department of Agriculture; authorizing an administrative penalty. |
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD|Health--General|Safety |
|
|
SB 1675 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to the licensing and regulation of animal export-import processing facilities; providing penalties; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees. |
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Animals|IMPORTS & EXPORTS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
SB 1731 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Sponsor: Meyer, Morgan
|
Relating to the repeal of laws governing certain state entities, including the functions of those entities, and to certain duties, responsibilities, and functions of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on the abolishment of certain of those entities. |
House: State Affairs
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
See remarks for effective date |
Agriculture|AWARDS, MEDALS, PRIZES|BIOENERGY POLICY COUNCIL|BIOENERGY RESEARCH COMMITTEE|BORDER SECURITY COUNCIL|DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARDS COMMITTEE, TEXAS|EMISSIONS REDUCTION PLAN ADVISORY BOARD, TEXAS|Energy--Alternative Fuels|Environment--Air|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|HEALTH PROFESSIONS COUNCIL|PATIENT PROTECTION, OFFICE OF|SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS|SECRETARY OF STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|TEXAS A&M ENGINEERING EXPERIMENT STATION|VEHICLE EMISSIONS|Vehicles & Traffic--General |
|
|
SB 1744 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to the regulation of motor fuel quality and motor fuel metering devices. |
Senate: Transportation
|
Referred to Transportation |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Consumer Protection|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure |
|
|
SB 1979 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Schwertner, Charles
|
Relating to liability for the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural land if the use of the land changes as a result of a condemnation. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|CONDEMNATION|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 1983 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Miles, Borris
|
Relating to the creation of the Texas Urban Agricultural Innovation Authority. |
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|URBAN AGRICULTURAL INNOVATION AUTHORITY, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1984 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Miles, Borris
|
Relating to the creation and funding of the urban farming pilot program and the creation of the Select Committee on Urban Farming. |
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|SELECT COMMITTEE ON URBAN FARMING |
|
|
SB 2029 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Rodríguez, José
|
Relating to funding for new and existing migrant labor housing facilities; establishing an interagency task force to provide support for migrant agricultural workers. |
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|Aliens|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Housing--General|Labor--Agricultural Workers |
|
|
SB 2129 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Nelson, Jane
|
Relating to the establishment of a program for marketing, promotion, research, and education efforts regarding Texas wine; authorizing assessments. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Agriculture|Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|WINE & WINERIES |
|
|
SB 2136 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to the establishment of a matching grant program for community development in certain municipalities and counties. |
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Business & Commerce--General|City Government--Finance|County Government--Finance|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
SB 2156 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the establishment of a grocery access investment fund program. |
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|FOOD|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Human Services--Food Programs |
|
|
SJR 51 |
85-0 (2017) |
Author: Estes, Craig
Sponsor: Darby, Drew
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide that the eligibility of open-space land for ad valorem taxation on the basis of its productive capacity does not end because an oil and gas lessee begins conducting oil and gas operations on the land if the land otherwise continues to be devoted to farm, ranch, or wildlife management purposes or timber production. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|Oil & Gas|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND |
|
|
HB 92 |
85-1 (2017) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE |
|
|
HB 103 |
85-1 (2017) |
Author: Stephenson, Phil | et. al.
|
Relating to the disposal of pesticides. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE |
|
|
HB 162 |
85-1 (2017) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to liability for the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural land if the use of the land changes as a result of a condemnation. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|CONDEMNATION|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 223 |
85-1 (2017) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to the eligibility of land used as an ecological laboratory for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 249 |
85-1 (2017) |
Author: Phillips, Larry
|
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if a change in use of the land occurs. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 251 |
85-1 (2017) |
Author: Phillips, Larry
|
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land on the basis of its use for wildlife management. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Parks & Wildlife--General|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 48 |
85-1 (2017) |
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
|
Relating to liability for the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural land if the use of the land changes as a result of a condemnation. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|CONDEMNATION|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 49 |
85-1 (2017) |
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
|
Relating to liability for interest if land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural or open-space land is sold or diverted to a different use. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 78 |
85-1 (2017) |
Author: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to the eligibility of land used as an ecological laboratory for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 98 |
85-1 (2017) |
Author: Taylor, Van
|
Relating to the regulation of raising or keeping six or fewer chickens by a political subdivision. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|Animals|City Government--Land Use & Zoning |
|
|
HB 75 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: González, Mary
Sponsor: Rodríguez, José
|
Relating to the exemption from vehicle registration for certain farm vehicles owned by a farmers' cooperative society or marketing association. |
House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration |
|
|
HB 85 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Craddick, Tom | et. al.
|
Relating to a sales and use tax exemption for telecommunications services used for the navigation of certain farm and ranch machinery and equipment. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|FOOD|Taxation--Sales|Utilities--Telecommunications |
|
|
HB 132 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
|
Relating to prohibiting local governments from interfering with a person's right to engage in the production of agriculture. |
House: Urban Affairs
|
Referred to Urban Affairs |
Agriculture|City Government--General|County Government--General |
|
|
HB 133 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Simpson, David | et. al.
|
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of open-space land appraised as agricultural land. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 262 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
|
Relating to liability of an owner, lessee, or occupant of land that allows land to be used as a community garden. |
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: State Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Agriculture|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|NUISANCES|Property Interests--Real Property|SIGNS |
|
|
HB 275 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al.
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of farm products. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Finance
|
Effective on 1/1/16 |
Agriculture|FOOD|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 276 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Ashby, Trent
|
Relating to the eligibility of land owned by certain members of the armed services of the United States for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|Military & Veterans|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Property Interests--Real Property|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 376 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Simmons, Ron
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
|
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as open-space land if a change in use of the land occurs. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 557 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.
|
Relating to the growth or cultivation of industrial hemp for certain research purposes. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 591 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Ashby, Trent
|
Relating to the eligibility of land owned by certain members of the armed services of the United States for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|Military & Veterans|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 636 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to the fines for the operation of overweight vehicles transporting agricultural products. |
House: Transportation
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
HB 798 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
|
Relating to a task force to study methods to prevent the theft of desert plants. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Postponed |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 809 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: White, James
|
Relating to the composition of and qualifications for appointment to the Texas Animal Health Commission. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE, TEXAS|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|Health--General |
|
|
HB 893 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Miller, Rick
|
Relating to granting certain local governments general zoning authority around certain military facilities; providing a penalty. |
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|City Government--Land Use & Zoning|County Government--Land Use & Zoning|Military & Veterans|Transportation--Aviation |
|
|
HB 979 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
|
Relating to a grant program to reduce wait times for agricultural inspections of vehicles at ports of entry along the Texas-Mexico border. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|BORDER|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|MEXICO |
|
|
HB 1197 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
|
Relating to allowing certain extracurricular activities required by public school classes for agriculture, food, and natural resources. |
House: Public Education
|
Referred to Public Education |
Agriculture|Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities|FOOD|NATURAL RESOURCES |
|
|
HB 1202 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
|
Relating to the creation of the community nutrition program policy advisory council. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD|NUTRITION |
|
|
HB 1203 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
|
Relating to limited liability for an agritourism entity involved in an agritourism activity. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar |
Agriculture|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|SIGNS|Tourism |
|
|
HB 1270 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Fletcher, Allen
|
Relating to the authority of the Department of Agriculture to employ and commission peace officers as investigators. |
House: State Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Law Enforcement|PEACE OFFICERS |
|
|
HB 1322 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.
|
Relating to industrial hemp; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Crimes--Drugs|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
HB 1464 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the procedure for determining that certain land is no longer eligible for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural or open-space land. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Finance
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Aging|Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|OPEN-SPACE LAND|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 1485 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a grocery access investment fund program. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
|
Statement of Leg. Intent Recorded in Journal |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD|Human Services--Food Programs |
|
|
HB 1513 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Fletcher, Allen
|
Relating to the minimum size of a tract of land used to raise or keep bees in order for the tract to be eligible for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Finance |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 1565 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: White, James
|
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of qualified timber land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Parks & Wildlife--General|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND |
|
|
HB 1696 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
|
Relating to the sale or delivery of motor fuel. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|SIGNS|Taxation--Motor Fuels |
|
|
HB 1816 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Burrows, Dustin
|
Relating to the training requirements for renewal of a private pesticide applicator license. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Withdrawn from schedule |
Agriculture|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES|WATER--CONSERVATION |
|
|
HB 1846 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: King, Susan Lewis
Sponsor: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
|
Relating to public comments on federal grants and contracts related to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Agriculture|Health--General|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 1848 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.
|
Relating to the perfection and priority of an agricultural lien on an agricultural crop. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar |
AGRICULTURAL LIENS|Agriculture |
|
|
HB 1900 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Finance
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE |
|
|
HB 1925 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Geren, Charlie
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to the transfer of the Texas Farm and Ranch Lands Conservation Program to the Parks and Wildlife Department. |
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--General|Property Interests--Real Property|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 1934 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Sponsor: Perry, Charles
|
Relating to the Beef Promotion and Research Council of Texas. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Agriculture|BEEF PROMOTION & RESEARCH COUNCIL OF TEXAS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Open Meetings |
|
|
HB 2087 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Allen, Alma
|
Relating to the development of healthy nutrition and physical activity guidelines for licensed child-care providers, public school teachers, and public school administrators. |
House: Human Services
|
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm. |
Agriculture|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|Human Services--Food Programs|INTERAGENCY OBESITY COUNCIL|NUTRITION |
|
|
HB 2119 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to charitable organizations, including charitable organizations that may conduct prescribed burning. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Agriculture|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|FIRE SAFETY & PREVENTION|Insurance--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PRESCRIBED BURNING BOARD |
|
|
HB 2120 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: King, Tracy
|
Relating to changing the name of the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE & CONSUMER PROTECTION, DEPARTMENT OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 2155 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
|
Relating to the abolition of the equine incentive program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Animals|HORSES |
|
|
HB 2202 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
|
Relating to requirements for certain farm vehicles when operating on a highway. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|Highways|Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment|Vehicles & Traffic--General|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility |
|
|
HB 2306 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Canales, Terry
|
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if a change in use of the land occurs. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 2311 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
|
Relating to the failure to handle certain animals in accordance with rules of the Texas Animal Health Commission; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions |
|
|
HB 2334 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Lozano, J. M.
|
Relating to the deposit of certain fees and penalties from programs administered by the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 2350 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to the amount that may be used to guarantee loans under the Texas Agricultural Finance Authority's agricultural loan guarantee program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
AGRICULTURAL FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|Agriculture|LOANS |
|
|
HB 2460 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Wray, John
|
Relating to allowing certain counties to regulate the land application of certain sewage sludge. |
House: Environmental Regulation
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|County Government--Land Use & Zoning|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|SEWAGE SLUDGE |
|
|
HB 2495 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Martinez, Armando
|
Relating to citrus pest and disease management; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture |
|
|
HB 2504 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.
|
Relating to the operation and functions of the Texas Grain Producer Indemnity Board. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|GRAIN PRODUCER INDEMNITY FUND BOARD |
|
|
HB 2548 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Stephenson, Phil
|
Relating to the disposal of pesticides. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES|State Finances--Management & Control|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE |
|
|
HB 2582 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: González, Mary
|
Relating to the transfer of certain powers and duties related to endangered species from the comptroller to the commissioner of agriculture. |
House: State Affairs
|
Withdrawn from schedule |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Animals|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|ENDANGERED SPECIES|Parks & Wildlife--General |
|
|
HB 2667 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Ashby, Trent
Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
|
Relating to the abolishment of certain programs administered by the Texas Economic Development Bank. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Corporations & Associations|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BANK, TEXAS|HISTORICALLY UNDERUTILIZED BUSINESSES |
|
|
HB 2704 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: King, Tracy
Sponsor: Perry, Charles
|
Relating to the sale, use, or possession of an incorrect weighing or measuring device; creating a criminal offense. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General |
|
|
HB 2972 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Stephenson, Phil
|
Relating to notice concerning the availability to persons who transport agricultural products of an overweight vehicle permit. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
HB 3142 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Lozano, J. M.
|
Relating to Department of Agriculture fiscal matters; making appropriations. |
House: Appropriations
|
Referred to Appropriations |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 3290 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
|
Relating to creating a farm to school community connections pilot program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--General |
|
|
HB 3350 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to an exemption from length limitations for certain vehicles or combinations of vehicles used to transport harvest machines. |
House: Transportation
|
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar |
Agriculture|Vehicles & Traffic--General |
|
|
HB 3499 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
|
Relating to the labeling of genetically modified food; authorizing a civil penalty. |
House: Public Health
|
Referred to Public Health |
Agriculture|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS|Science & Technology|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 3738 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Cyrier, John
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to the requirement that a person or laboratory that performs an official equine infectious anemia test be approved by the Texas Animal Health Commission. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|Science & Technology |
|
|
HB 3764 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.
|
Relating to exemptions from certain regulation for small honey production operations. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar |
Agriculture|FOOD|Health--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
HB 3837 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
|
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain rainwater harvesting; providing administrative penalties; authorizing fees; requiring an occupational license. |
House: Natural Resources
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Water--General |
|
|
HB 3882 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Elkins, Gary
|
Relating to savings of costs or reduction of state liability in the operation of various state programs. |
House: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Agriculture|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE |
|
|
HB 3894 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to an award program to recognize school nutrition program excellence. |
House: Public Education
|
Referred to Public Education |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD|Human Services--Food Programs|NUTRITION |
|
|
HB 3983 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: González, Mary
|
Relating to the Global Agricultural Innovation Institute program administered by the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HR 1508 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
|
Expressing support for the use of sound science to study and regulate modern agricultural technologies and opposition to legislative or regulatory action that may result in unnecessary restrictions on the technologies. |
House: State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select
|
Reported enrolled |
Agriculture|Resolutions--Legislative Policy|Resolutions--Memorializing Congress |
|
|
SB 39 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the preference given by state and local governmental entities, including public institutions of higher education, to agricultural products produced or grown in this state. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Agriculture|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--School Districts|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|Purchasing--Local|Purchasing--State |
|
|
SB 140 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Perry, Charles
Sponsor: Craddick, Tom
|
Relating to a sales and use tax exemption for telecommunications services used for the navigation of certain farm and ranch machinery and equipment. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Agriculture|FOOD|Taxation--Sales|Utilities--Telecommunications |
|
|
SB 362 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of open-space land appraised as agricultural land. |
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Finance |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 413 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
Sponsor: King, Tracy
|
Relating to the qualifications for membership on the Texas Water Development Board. |
House: Natural Resources
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|RURAL|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|Water--Development |
|
|
SB 610 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Perry, Charles
Sponsor: Murr, Andrew
|
Relating to limited liability for an agritourism entity involved in an agritourism activity. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: State Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|SIGNS|Tourism |
|
|
SB 658 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Rodríguez, José
|
Relating to the exemption from vehicle registration for certain farm vehicles owned by a farmers' cooperative society or marketing association. |
Senate: Transportation
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration |
|
|
SB 732 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of farm products. |
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Finance |
Agriculture|FOOD|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 786 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to establishing an agriculture ombudsman office in the Department of Agriculture. |
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 797 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
|
Relating to a grant program to reduce wait times for agricultural inspections of vehicles at ports of entry along the Texas-Mexico border. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|BORDER|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|MEXICO |
|
|
SB 880 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: Geren, Charlie
|
Relating to certain committees and programs to develop the wine industry in this state through the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|WINE & WINERIES |
|
|
SB 881 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: Springer, Drew | et. al.
|
Relating to the dedication of certain wine-related revenue. |
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Finance
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Agriculture|Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|State Finances--Appropriations|WINE & WINERIES |
|
|
SB 928 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Sponsor: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
|
Relating to the abolition of the equine incentive program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Animals|HORSES |
|
|
SB 970 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Perry, Charles
Sponsor: Kacal, Kyle
|
Relating to the failure to handle certain animals in accordance with rules of the Texas Animal Health Commission; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions |
|
|
SB 971 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Perry, Charles
Sponsor: Kacal, Kyle
|
Relating to requirements for certain farm vehicles when operating on a highway. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Transportation
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Agriculture|Highways|Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment|Vehicles & Traffic--General|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility |
|
|
SB 1099 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.
Sponsor: Phillips, Larry
|
Relating to the operation and functions of the Texas Grain Producer Indemnity Board. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|GRAIN PRODUCER INDEMNITY FUND BOARD |
|
|
SB 1204 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Rodríguez, José
Sponsor: Márquez, Marisa
|
Relating to a waiver of fees by the Department of Agriculture and the Parks and Wildlife Department for certain educational programs involving aquaculture and hydroponics. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Animals|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Education--School Districts|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing |
|
|
SB 1311 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to the office of water and the water advisory committee in the Department of Agriculture. |
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Water--General |
|
|
SB 1338 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Perry, Charles
Sponsor: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to an exemption from length limitations for certain vehicles or combinations of vehicles used to transport harvest machines. |
House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Vehicles & Traffic--General |
|
|
SB 1339 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Sponsor: Kacal, Kyle
|
Relating to the perfection and priority of an agricultural lien on an agricultural crop. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
AGRICULTURAL LIENS|Agriculture |
|
|
SB 1374 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to requiring that certain strategic plans of certain state agencies include the goals of reducing the incidence of food insecurity, poor nutrition, and diet-related disease in this state. |
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Referred to Health & Human Services |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|Human Services--Food Programs|NUTRITION |
|
|
SB 1379 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of structures used primarily to store implements of husbandry. |
Senate: Finance
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 1408 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: King, Tracy
|
Relating to the establishment of a matching grant program for community development in certain municipalities and counties. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Vetoed by the Governor |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Business & Commerce--General|City Government--General|County Government--General|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
SB 1476 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
|
Relating to strategic plan goals to address hunger, food, nutrition, physical activity, and obesity in this state. |
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Referred to Health & Human Services |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|Human Services--Food Programs|NUTRITION |
|
|
SB 1581 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Finance |
Agriculture|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE |
|
|
SB 1597 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to the transfer of the Texas Farm and Ranch Lands Conservation Program to the Parks and Wildlife Department. |
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Committee report printed and distributed |
Agriculture|Governor|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--General|Property Interests--Real Property|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
SB 1734 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Sponsor: King, Tracy
|
Relating to the eradication of Carrizo cane along the Rio Grande River. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|BORDER|RIO GRANDE RIVER|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE|State Finances--Appropriations|Water--General |
|
|
SB 1749 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Sponsor: Martinez, Armando
|
Relating to citrus pest and disease management. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF |
|
|
SB 1766 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Sponsor: Metcalf, Will
|
Relating to exemptions from certain regulation for small honey production operations. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/15 |
Agriculture|FOOD|Health--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
SB 1909 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Perry, Charles
|
Relating to the sale or use of an incorrect weighing or measuring device; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. |
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General |
|
|
SJR 50 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation structures used to store certain implements of husbandry. |
Senate: Finance
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SR 642 |
84-0 (2015) |
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
|
Expressing support for the study and regulation of modern agricultural technologies. |
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
|
Record vote |
Agriculture|Resolutions--Legislative Policy|Resolutions--Memorializing Congress |
|
|
HB 61 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Guillen, Ryan
|
Relating to the punishment for the offense of arson. |
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Animals|ARSON|Crimes--Against Property|Criminal Procedure--General|Parks & Wildlife--Parks |
|
|
HB 217 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
|
Relating to the types of beverages that may be sold to students on public school campuses. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Education
|
Vetoed by the Governor |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Minors--Health & Safety |
|
|
HB 254 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
|
Relating to an exemption for farms from payment for wastewater service. |
House: Natural Resources
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|FOOD|Utilities--Water & Sewer|WATER & SEWER SERVICE |
|
|
HB 533 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
|
Relating to a development of a workforce investment partnership in rural areas. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Education--Rural|Labor--Workforce Development--Rural|RURAL |
|
|
HB 725 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store revolving loan fund program. |
House: Public Health
|
Referred to Public Health |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Financial--General|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|LOANS|NUTRITION |
|
|
HB 910 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
|
Relating to the regulation of certain direct sales of food to consumers. |
House: Public Health
|
Considered in Calendars |
Agriculture|FARMERS' MARKETS|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local|FOOD|Health--General|PERMITS |
|
|
HB 1080 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
|
Relating to the issuance of permits for dairy farming in certain areas of the state. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Animals|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|PERMITS |
|
|
HB 1081 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Sponsor: Rodríguez, José
|
Relating to a study regarding the prohibition of dairy farming in certain areas of the state. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|Health--General|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 1116 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Villarreal, Mike
|
Relating to the creation of the Texas Native Seed Competitive Grant Program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|CONSERVATION OF WILDLIFE|Highways|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 1135 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Villarreal, Mike
Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
|
Relating to a study conducted by the Texas Department of Transportation regarding the production of and use of native seeds. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Transportation
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Higher--General|Environment--General|Governor|Legislature|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--General|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|TEXAS NATIVE SEEDS COMMITTEE|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Transportation--Miscellaneous |
|
|
HB 1208 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
|
Relating to liability for interest if land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural or open-space land is sold or diverted to a different use. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous |
|
|
HB 1215 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Darby, Drew
|
Relating to the abolition of the equine incentive program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Animals|HORSES|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 1221 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store revolving loan fund program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm. |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Financial--General|FOOD|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|LOANS|NUTRITION |
|
|
HB 1273 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
|
Relating to the Texas Certified Retirement Community Program. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Aging|Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 1306 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Property Interests--Real Property|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE |
|
|
HB 1382 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Simpson, David | et. al.
Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
|
Relating to the regulation of food prepared, stored, distributed, or sold at farms and farmers' markets; limiting the applicability of a fee. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Effective on 9/1/13 |
Agriculture|FARMERS' MARKETS|FOOD|Health--General |
|
|
HB 1460 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Gooden, Lance
|
Relating to the use of land and water for wildlife management. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Animals|CONSERVATION OF WILDLIFE|Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist.|Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility|Water--General|Water--Rights |
|
|
HB 1493 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: King, Tracy
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to the transfer of programs from the Texas Department of Rural Affairs to the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Effective on 9/1/13 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Health--Rural|LOANS|PHYSICIANS|RURAL AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 1494 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: King, Tracy
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to certain regulatory programs administered by the Department of Agriculture; providing penalties; imposing fees. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
See remarks for effective date |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State |
|
|
HB 1521 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Clardy, Travis
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to the slaughter of certain domestic or exotic fowl infected with or exposed to disease and compensation of owners of fowl infected with or exposed to disease. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals |
|
|
HB 1652 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
|
Relating to liability of an owner, lessee, or occupant of land that allows land to be used as a community garden. |
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|NUISANCES|Property Interests--Real Property|SIGNS |
|
|
HB 1807 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: King, Tracy
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to fever tick eradication; creating a penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Effective on 9/1/13 |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals |
|
|
HB 1825 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: González, Mary
|
Relating to the sale or transportation of certain desert plants; creating an offense and providing penalties; providing authority to impose a fee. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Environment--General|Property Interests--General|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources |
|
|
HB 1826 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: González, Mary
|
Relating to authorizing the Department of Agriculture to create a database of nonpaying buyers of agricultural products; authorizing a fee. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Electronic Information Systems|INTERNET |
|
|
HB 1832 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Miller, Rick
|
Relating to granting certain local governments general zoning authority around certain military facilities; providing a penalty. |
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AIRPORTS|City Government--Land Use & Zoning|County Government--Land Use & Zoning|Military & Veterans|Transportation--Aviation |
|
|
HB 1891 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Gonzales, Larry
|
Relating to the authority of the commissioner of agriculture to approve the testing and sale of certain aviation gasoline. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|Oil & Gas|Transportation--Aviation |
|
|
HB 2153 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Callegari, Bill
Sponsor: Garcia, Sylvia
|
Relating to the abolition of wind erosion conservation districts. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|County Government--General|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE|Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation |
|
|
HB 2231 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Simmons, Ron
|
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as open space land if a change in use of the land occurs. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 2311 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
|
Relating to an animal identification program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Administration
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals |
|
|
HB 2312 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to the membership of and the beef marketing, education, research, and promotion programs of the Texas Beef Council. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Animals|BEEF COUNCIL, TEXAS|FOOD |
|
|
HB 2451 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: King, Tracy
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to the exclusion by taxable entities engaged in providing services as an agricultural aircraft operation of certain costs in determining total revenue for purposes of the franchise tax. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Effective on 1/1/14 |
Agriculture|Taxation--General|Transportation--Aviation |
|
|
HB 2513 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to the elimination of obsolete and redundant reporting requirements for the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 2525 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Kleinschmidt, Tim
|
Relating to a criminal penalty for failure to handle certain animals in accordance with rules of the Texas Animal Health Commission. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions |
|
|
HB 2528 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to the preference given by state and local governmental entities to agricultural products produced or grown in this state. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Education--School Districts|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|Purchasing--Local|Purchasing--State |
|
|
HB 2686 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
|
Relating to the creation of a regional food economy and food access task force. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE, TEXAS|Business & Commerce--General|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Financial--General|FOOD|Governor|Health--General|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|NUTRITION|REGIONAL FOOD ECONOMY AND FOOD ACCESS TASK FORCE|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 2761 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.
|
Relating to the control of stray bison and other estrays. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|Animals |
|
|
HB 2778 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Darby, Drew
|
Relating to the official cotton growers boll weevil eradication foundation. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Companion considered in lieu of in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|COTTON |
|
|
HB 2858 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Workman, Paul
|
Relating to notice of termination by suppliers of certain dealer agreements governed by the Fair Practices of Equipment Manufacturers, Distributors, Wholesalers, and Dealers Act. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development - S/C Manufacturing
|
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|FAIR PRACTICES OF EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS, WHOLESALERS, & DEALERS ACT |
|
|
HB 2995 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
|
Relating to the administration of the citrus budwood certification program and the creation of the citrus nursery stock certification program; providing civil, criminal, and administrative penalties and authorizing fees. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 3039 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Workman, Paul
|
Relating to financing programs and activities related to rural economic development; authorizing a fee. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|BONDS|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM, OFFICE OF|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BANK, TEXAS|RURAL|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 3256 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
|
Relating to the eligibility of certain vehicles to be operated as farm vehicles on a road or highway in this state. |
House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
|
Effective on 9/1/13 |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Electronic Information Systems|Highways|LICENSE PLATES|PERMITS|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration |
|
|
HB 3385 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
|
Relating to limited liability for an agritourism entity involved in an agritourism activity. |
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Agriculture|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Tourism |
|
|
HB 3569 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Kleinschmidt, Tim
Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
|
Relating to activities conducted in connection with a state or federal disease control or eradication program for animals. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Effective on 9/1/13 |
Agriculture|Animals|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|VETERINARIANS |
|
|
HB 3616 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Burnam, Lon | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store revolving loan fund program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Financial--General|FOOD|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|LOANS|NUTRITION |
|
|
HB 3761 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to a feasibility report on the creation of a border agricultural inspection training program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|BORDER |
|
|
SB 174 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Estes, Craig
Sponsor: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
|
Relating to the control of stray bison and other estrays. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Animals |
|
|
SB 317 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Uresti, Carlos
|
Relating to the types of beverages that may be sold to students on public school campuses. |
Senate: Education
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Minors--Health & Safety |
|
|
SB 403 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store and healthy corner store revolving loan fund program. |
Senate: Government Organization
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Financial--General|FOOD|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|LOANS|NUTRITION |
|
|
SB 415 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Ellis, Rodney
|
Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store revolving loan fund program. |
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Referred to Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Financial--General|FOOD|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|LOANS|NUTRITION |
|
|
SB 523 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Rodríguez, José
|
Relating to the issuance of permits for dairy farming in certain areas of the state. |
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Animals|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|PERMITS |
|
|
SB 524 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Rodríguez, José
|
Relating to a study regarding the prohibition of dairy farming in certain areas of the state. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|Health--General|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 671 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Carona, John
|
Relating to the deregulation of weather modification operations. |
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Referred to Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security |
Agriculture|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|WEATHER MODIFICATION |
|
|
SB 702 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Sponsor: Lozano, J. M.
|
Relating to certified and insured prescribed burn managers. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/13 |
Agriculture|BURNING & INCINERATORS|Insurance--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PRESCRIBED BURNING BOARD |
|
|
SB 732 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Eltife, Kevin
|
Relating to the Certified Retirement Community Program. |
Senate: Economic Development
|
Referred to Economic Development |
Aging|Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 764 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Watson, Kirk
Sponsor: King, Tracy
|
Relating to a limitation on liability for prescribed burning conducted on agricultural or conservation land. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: State Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|BURNING & INCINERATORS|FIRE SAFETY & PREVENTION|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Political Subdivisions|Safety|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
SB 772 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Sponsor: Springer, Drew
|
Relating to the elimination of obsolete and redundant reporting requirements for the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
SB 818 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Duncan, Robert
Sponsor: Darby, Drew
|
Relating to boll weevil eradication activities and programs. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|COTTON |
|
|
SB 916 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Estes, Craig
Sponsor: Kleinschmidt, Tim
|
Relating to quorums and meetings by teleconference of the Texas Bioenergy Policy Council and the Texas Bioenergy Research Committee. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Open Government
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|BIOENERGY POLICY COUNCIL|BIOENERGY RESEARCH COMMITTEE|Energy--General|TELECONFERENCING |
|
|
SB 924 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to strategic plans to address hunger, food, nutrition, and obesity in this state. |
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|Human Services--Food Programs|NUTRITION|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
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SB 1070 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to the membership of and the beef marketing, education, research, and promotion programs of the Texas Beef Council. |
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
Agriculture|Animals|BEEF COUNCIL, TEXAS|FOOD |
|
|
SB 1095 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Sponsor: King, Tracy
|
Relating to fever tick eradication; creating a penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Effective on 9/1/13 |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals |
|
|
SB 1107 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: González, Mary | et. al.
|
Relating to the preference given by state and local governmental entities to agricultural products produced or grown in this state. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Government Organization
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Education--School Districts|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|Purchasing--Local|Purchasing--State |
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|
SB 1208 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
|
Relating to the creation of a regional food economy and food access task force. |
Senate: Government Organization
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE, TEXAS|Business & Commerce--General|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Financial--General|FOOD|Governor|Health--General|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|NUTRITION|REGIONAL FOOD ECONOMY AND FOOD ACCESS TASK FORCE|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
SB 1214 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Sponsor: Darby, Drew
|
Relating to certain economic development programs administered by the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE, TEXAS|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM, OFFICE OF|RURAL|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
SB 1233 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Schwertner, Charles
|
Relating to an animal identification program. |
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals |
|
|
SB 1415 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Deuell, Bob
Sponsor: Workman, Paul
|
Relating to notice of termination by suppliers of certain dealer agreements governed by the Fair Practices of Equipment Manufacturers, Distributors, Wholesalers, and Dealers Act. |
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Senate: Transportation
|
Effective on 9/1/13 |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|FAIR PRACTICES OF EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS, WHOLESALERS, & DEALERS ACT |
|
|
SB 1427 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Sponsor: King, Tracy
|
Relating to the administration of the citrus budwood certification program and the creation of the citrus nursery stock certification program; providing civil, criminal, and administrative penalties and authorizing fees. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Effective on 9/1/13 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
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SB 1433 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to certain regulatory programs administered by the Department of Agriculture; providing penalties; imposing fees. |
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State |
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SB 1554 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Sponsor: King, Tracy | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a matching grant program for community development in certain municipalities and counties. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|OFFICE OF RURAL AFFAIRS IN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE|RURAL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
SB 1750 |
83-0 (2013) |
Author: Uresti, Carlos
|
Relating to a criminal penalty for failure to handle certain animals in accordance with rules of the Texas Animal Health Commission. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions |
|
|
HB 18 |
83-1 (2013) |
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
|
Relating to restricting the sale of state-owned longhorn cattle in Big Bend Ranch State Park. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|Animals|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--Parks |
|
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HB 39 |
83-1 (2013) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
|
Relating to the preference given by state and local governmental entities to agricultural products produced or grown in this state. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|Education--School Districts|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|Purchasing--Local|Purchasing--State |
|
|
HB 40 |
83-1 (2013) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
|
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Property Interests--Real Property|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE |
|
|
HB 64 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Martinez, Armando
|
Relating to rebates and the sale of crop insurance. |
House: Insurance
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty |
|
|
HB 92 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Cook, Byron | et. al.
Sponsor: Estes, Craig | et. al.
|
Relating to the regulation of slaughterers by certain counties. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
Agriculture|Animals|County Government--General|County Government--Land Use & Zoning|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
HB 94 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Cook, Byron
|
Relating to the applicability of regulations on the purchase of ammonium nitrate or ammonium nitrate material by certain purchasers. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Withdrawn from schedule |
Agriculture|EXPLOSIVES|FERTILIZER |
|
|
HB 127 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
|
Relating to the types of beverages that may be sold to students on public school campuses. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Minors--Health & Safety |
|
|
HB 141 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie | et. al.
|
Relating to the regulation of slaughterers by certain counties. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|Animals|County Government--General|County Government--Land Use & Zoning |
|
|
HB 241 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
|
Relating to liability for interest if land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural or open-space land is sold or diverted to a different use. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous |
|
|
HB 268 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to the exemption from sales and use taxes, including the motor vehicle sales and use tax, for timber and certain items used in or on a farm, ranch, timber operation, or agricultural aircraft operation. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Property Interests--Personal Property|Taxation--Sales|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND |
|
|
HB 317 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Cook, Byron
|
Relating to the authority of a county to regulate land use after a local option election. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|City Government--General|County Government--Land Use & Zoning|Elections--General |
|
|
HB 334 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Miller, Sid
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Livestock Care Standards Advisory Committee. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|Animals|Governor|TEXAS LIVESTOCK CARE STANDARDS ADVISORY COMMITTEE |
|
|
HB 338 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Aycock, Jimmie
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to disclaimers by certain entities promulgating lists of noxious or invasive terrestrial plant species. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 361 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Otto, John
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to the agricultural advisory board of an appraisal district. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 651 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Christian, Wayne
|
Relating to certain restrictions on funds administered by the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|County Government--General|Economic & Industrial Development--General|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 662 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to authorizing certain counties to adopt buffer zone regulations and comprehensive land development plans; providing a penalty. |
House: Land & Resource Management
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|County Government--Land Use & Zoning |
|
|
HB 947 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
|
Relating to a pilot program to expand access to career and technical education partnerships in rural areas. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Education--Rural|Labor--Workforce Development--Rural|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 1181 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Deshotel, Joe
|
Relating to abolishing the Texas Department of Rural Affairs and transferring its functions to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, Department of State Health Services, and Department of Agriculture. |
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|Health--Rural|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Housing--General|RURAL AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 1324 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Landtroop, Jim | et. al.
|
Relating to the regulation of public grain warehouse operators. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ATTORNEY GENERAL|GRAIN WAREHOUSE OPERATORS|Law Enforcement |
|
|
HB 1361 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Landtroop, Jim | et. al.
|
Relating to the regulation of public grain warehouse operators. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|GRAIN WAREHOUSE OPERATORS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
HB 1527 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Miller, Sid
Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
|
Relating to the certification of the state's primary standards of weights and measures. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 1600 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
|
Relating to the eligibility of land for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Property Interests--Real Property|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 1733 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Ritter, Allan
|
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Environment--Water|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Property Interests--Real Property|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Water--Rights |
|
|
HB 1808 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Cook, Byron
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to the continuation and functions of the State Soil and Water Conservation Board. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Government Organization
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
Agriculture|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE|Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation|Sunset--Commission Bills |
|
|
HB 1840 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the creation and functions of the Texas Grain Producer Indemnity Board. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|GRAIN PRODUCER INDEMNITY FUND BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed |
|
|
HB 1916 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Callegari, Bill
|
Relating to the regulation of weather modification operations. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|County Government--General|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|WEATHER MODIFICATION |
|
|
HB 1969 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Christian, Wayne
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to the applicability of commercial fertilizer regulations to a substance containing animal manure or plant remains. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
Agriculture|FERTILIZER |
|
|
HB 1991 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
|
Relating to the repeal of certain laws regulating the registration of animal tattoo marks with the Department of Public Safety. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|Animals|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 1992 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Hardcastle, Rick | et. al.
Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
|
Relating to the authority of the Texas Animal Health Commission to set and collect fees. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State |
|
|
HB 1993 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
|
Relating to the redemption and impoundment of estrays. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|Animals|Courts--Justice|SHERIFFS |
|
|
HB 2049 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Lavender, George | et. al.
|
Relating to the eligibility of certain land used to raise or keep bees for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|FOOD|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 2084 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
|
Relating to the regulation of small food production and sales operations. |
House: Public Health
|
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|Human Services--Food Programs|Interim Studies|MILK|PERMITS|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 2108 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Paxton, Ken | et. al.
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to electronic filing and rerecording of livestock marks and brands by county clerks. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Animals|County Government--Employees/Officers|Electronic Information Systems |
|
|
HB 2225 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Davis, Yvonne
|
Relating to the assessment of damages to a property owner from condemnation. |
House: Land & Resource Management
|
Referred to Land & Resource Management |
Agriculture|City Government--General|CONDEMNATION|County Government--General|Political Subdivisions|Property Interests--Eminent Domain|Property Interests--Homestead|Property Interests--Real Property |
|
|
HB 2308 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Cook, Byron
|
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Forest Service. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FOREST SERVICE, TEXAS|Sunset--Commission Bills |
|
|
HB 2334 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Hardcastle, Rick | et. al.
|
Relating to the operation by the Department of Agriculture of programs for rural economic development and the marketing and promotion of agricultural and other products grown, processed, or produced in this state. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural |
|
|
HB 2335 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
|
Relating to motor fuel quality and testing. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|Oil & Gas |
|
|
HB 2414 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Miles, Borris
|
Relating to the continuation of the Healthy Food Advisory Committee. |
House: Public Health
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|Financial--General|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION |
|
|
HB 2420 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: King, Tracy | et. al.
|
Relating to exemptions from permitting by groundwater conservation districts of the drilling and operation of certain water wells. |
House: Natural Resources
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|PERMITS|Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist.|WATER WELL DRILLERS & PUMP INSTALLERS |
|
|
HB 2529 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Price, Walter "Four"
|
Relating to the administration of appraisal districts. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|County Government--General|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 2669 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Miles, Borris
|
Relating to the creation of an advisory committee to study urban farming. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Withdrawn from schedule |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|URBAN FARM ADVISORY COMMITTEE |
|
|
HB 2730 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: White, James
|
Relating to weight limits on a vehicle loaded with certain agricultural products. |
House: Transportation
|
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar |
Agriculture|VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT|Vehicles & Traffic--General|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
HB 2791 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Hunter, Todd
|
Relating to the date by which a pest management zone or cotton grower may request an extension of the cotton stalk destruction deadline. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COTTON |
|
|
HB 2810 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Miller, Sid
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to an exemption from the sales and use tax for tangible personal property incorporated into or attached to certain agricultural structures. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
Agriculture|Animals|Property Interests--Personal Property|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Taxation--Sales |
|
|
HB 2960 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to vehicles used for the purpose of participating in equine activities or attending livestock shows. |
House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Animals|HORSES|Vehicles & Traffic--General|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration |
|
|
HB 2994 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Miles, Borris
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the creation, operation, and funding of the urban farm microenterprise support program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
AGRICULTURAL FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|Agriculture|Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|Financial--General|LOANS |
|
|
HB 2995 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Miles, Borris
|
Relating to an exemption for urban farms from payment for wastewater service. |
House: State Affairs
|
Referred to State Affairs |
Agriculture|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|Utilities--Water & Sewer |
|
|
HB 2996 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Miles, Borris
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the creation of the Texas Urban Agricultural Innovation Authority. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Vetoed by the Governor |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Financial--General|LOANS|URBAN AGRICULTURAL INNOVATION AUTHORITY, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 2997 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Miles, Borris
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the creation and funding of the urban farming pilot program and the creation of the Select Committee on Urban Farming. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Vetoed by the Governor |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Financial--General|SELECT COMMITTEE ON URBAN FARMING |
|
|
HB 2998 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Miles, Borris
|
Relating to ad valorem tax relief for urban farms and green roofs. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Property Interests--Homestead|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 3079 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Darby, Drew
Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
|
Relating to dealer agreements regarding the purchase and sale of certain equipment or machinery used for agricultural, construction, industrial, mining, outdoor power, forestry, and landscaping purposes. |
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|CONSTRUCTION & HEAVY EQUIPMENT|FAIR PRACTICES OF EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS, WHOLESALERS, AND DEALERS ACT|LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE|Mines & Mineral Resources|RECREATIONAL & ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND|Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment |
|
|
HB 3199 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Cain, Erwin
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the repeal of requirements and penalties related to the grading of roses. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture |
|
|
HB 3231 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Hernandez Luna, Ana
|
Relating to the eligibility of nonprofit organizations that partner with certain schools to receive grants for agricultural projects. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Companion considered in lieu of in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance |
|
|
HB 3264 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Miller, Sid
|
Relating to limiting the liability of certain persons for farm animal activities. |
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Animals|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|HORSES|VETERINARIANS |
|
|
HB 3387 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
|
Relating to the regulation of food prepared, stored, distributed, or sold at farmers' markets. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Posting rule suspended |
Agriculture|FARMERS' MARKETS|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General |
|
|
HB 3415 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Darby, Drew
|
Relating to the authority of the Texas Animal Health Commission to set and collect fees. |
House: Appropriations
|
Referred to Appropriations |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Budget|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
HB 3449 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Christian, Wayne
|
Relating to notice provided to certain local officials regarding the use of land application to treat and dispose of certain oil and gas waste. |
House: Environmental Regulation
|
Referred to Environmental Regulation |
Agriculture|City Government--General|County Government--General|Environment--General|Environment--Water|Oil & Gas|RAILROAD COMMISSION |
|
|
HB 3478 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Gallego, Pete
|
Relating to the punishment for criminal mischief involving cattle, horses, and exotic livestock. |
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
|
Referred to Criminal Justice |
Agriculture|Crimes--Against Property|HORSES |
|
|
HB 3533 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.
|
Relating to granting certain local governments general zoning authority around certain military facilities; providing a penalty. |
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AIRPORTS|City Government--Land Use & Zoning|County Government--Land Use & Zoning|Military & Veterans|Transportation--Aviation |
|
|
HCR 96 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Veasey, Marc | et. al.
|
Urging the United States Congress to divert funds from corn subsidies to the production of fruits and vegetables. |
House: Public Health
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Resolutions--Legislative Policy|Resolutions--Memorializing Congress |
|
|
HJR 107 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Ritter, Allan
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Environment--Water|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Property Interests--Real Property|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Water--General|Water--Rights |
|
|
HJR 110 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Davis, Yvonne
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment to require compensation for relocation costs associated with the taking of certain property for a public use. |
House: Land & Resource Management
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Property Interests--Eminent Domain|Property Interests--Homestead|Property Interests--Real Property|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments |
|
|
SB 51 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to a pilot program to expand access to career and technical education partnerships in rural areas. |
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Education--Rural|Labor--Workforce Development--Rural|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 199 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: West, Royce
Sponsor: Hernandez Luna, Ana
|
Relating to agricultural projects in certain schools, including the eligibility of nonprofit organizations that partner with schools to receive grants. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance |
|
|
SB 248 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Estes, Craig
Sponsor: Landtroop, Jim
|
Relating to the regulation of public grain warehouse operators. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|GRAIN WAREHOUSE OPERATORS |
|
|
SB 378 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Sponsor: Hunter, Todd
|
Relating to the date by which a pest management zone or cotton grower may request an extension of the cotton stalk destruction deadline. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COTTON |
|
|
SB 409 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity. |
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Finance |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Environment--Water|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Property Interests--Real Property|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Water--Rights |
|
|
SB 449 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Sponsor: Ritter, Allan
|
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
See remarks for effective date |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Environment--Water|OPEN-SPACE LAND|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Property Interests--Real Property|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Water--General |
|
|
SB 478 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the protection of stray bison. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|Animals |
|
|
SB 479 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Estes, Craig
Sponsor: Miller, Sid
|
Relating to limiting the liability of certain persons for farm animal activities. |
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Animals |
|
|
SB 506 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Deuell, Bob
|
Relating to consumption advisories for mercury contamination in fish, crustaceans, molluscan shellfish, and other aquatic and terrestrial animals. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Health--General|MERCURY|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing |
|
|
SB 616 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Rodriguez, Jose
Sponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
|
Relating to the sale or transportation of certain desert plants; providing a penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Environment--General|Property Interests--General|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources |
|
|
SB 645 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
|
Relating to the continuation and functions of the State Soil and Water Conservation Board. |
Senate: Government Organization
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE|Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation|Sunset--Commission Bills |
|
|
SB 646 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Sponsor: Cook, Byron
|
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Forest Service. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Government Organization
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
Agriculture|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|FOREST SERVICE, TEXAS|Sunset--Commission Bills |
|
|
SB 691 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Estes, Craig
Sponsor: King, Tracy
|
Relating to the exemption from permitting by groundwater conservation districts for certain water wells used for domestic, livestock, and poultry watering purposes. |
House: Natural Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
Agriculture|Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist.|Water--General |
|
|
SB 751 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to the regulation of catfish and other siluriform fish intended for human consumption; providing civil and administrative penalties. |
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Consumer Protection|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|MARICULTURE|RESTAURANTS|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 893 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Whitmire, John
Sponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
|
Relating to motor fuel quality and testing. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|Oil & Gas |
|
|
SB 1086 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Estes, Craig
Sponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
|
Relating to the operation by the Department of Agriculture of programs for rural economic development and the marketing and promotion of agricultural and other products grown, processed, or produced in this state. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural |
|
|
SB 1157 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Sponsor: Miller, Sid
|
Relating to the certification of the state's primary standards of weights and measures. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 1232 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the creation of the grain producer indemnity fund. |
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|GRAIN PRODUCER INDEMNITY FUND BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed |
|
|
SB 1233 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: West, Royce
Sponsor: Coleman, Garnet
|
Relating to the promotion of efficiencies in and the administration of certain district court and county services and functions. |
House: County Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Corrections--Jails & Prisons|County Government--Employees/Officers|County Government--Finance|County Government--General|Courts--Juries|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Criminal Procedure--General|Elections--Administration|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|TELECONFERENCING |
|
|
SB 1356 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Estes, Craig
Sponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
|
Relating to the repeal of certain laws regulating the registration of animal tattoo marks with the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
Agriculture|Animals|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 1357 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Estes, Craig
Sponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
|
Relating to the redemption and impoundment of estrays. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/11 |
Agriculture|Animals|Courts--Justice|SHERIFFS |
|
|
SB 1374 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Carona, John
|
Relating to the regulation of weather modification operations. |
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations |
Agriculture|County Government--General|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|WEATHER MODIFICATION |
|
|
SB 1417 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Sponsor: Murphy, Jim
|
Relating to the limitation of liability of certain landowners. |
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: State Affairs
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Law Enforcement|PEACE OFFICERS|Property Interests--Real Property |
|
|
SB 1454 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to the membership and duties of the interagency obesity council. |
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|INTERAGENCY OBESITY COUNCIL|NUTRITION|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 1602 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to the exemption from the sales and use tax for certain agricultural items. |
Senate: Finance
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Property Interests--Personal Property|Taxation--Sales |
|
|
SB 1604 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to weight limits on a vehicle loaded with certain agricultural products. |
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
SB 1626 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to the punishment for criminal mischief involving cattle, horses, and exotic livestock. |
Senate: Criminal Justice
|
Referred to Criminal Justice |
Agriculture|Animals|Crimes--Miscellaneous|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|HORSES |
|
|
SJR 16 |
82-0 (2011) |
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.
Sponsor: Ritter, Allan
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water-stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Filed with the Secretary of State |
Agriculture|Environment--Water|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Property Interests--Real Property|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Water--General|Water--Rights |
|
|
SB 40 |
82-1 (2011) |
Author: Watson, Kirk
|
Relating to the establishment and administration of the Texas Essential Workers Program. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|Aliens|CRIMINAL RECORDS|IDENTIFICATION CARDS|Labor--General|Labor--Workforce Development|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 205 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Aycock, Jimmie
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the applicability of certain city requirements affecting the restraint of certain dogs on annexed or otherwise acquired property used for agricultural operations. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Animals|City Government--Annexation |
|
|
HB 328 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Heflin, Joe
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to abolishing the office of inspector of hides and animals. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Animals|County Government--General|Elections--General|INSPECTOR OF HIDES & ANIMALS, OFFICE OF |
|
|
HB 375 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Miller, Sid
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to classifying elk and elk hybrids as livestock under the Agriculture Code. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Animals |
|
|
HB 376 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Miller, Sid
|
Relating to the requirement that livestock at auction facilities located in or near a fever tick quarantine area be dipped. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|Animals|AUCTIONS & AUCTIONEERS |
|
|
HB 482 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to programs to increase the availability of fresh produce to, and the purchase and consumption of fresh produce by, certain low-income individuals. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Health--General|Human Services--Food Programs|NUTRITION |
|
|
HB 568 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Miller, Sid
|
Relating to the slaughter and processing of livestock for use by certain child-care facilities. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Human Services--Child Services|Safety |
|
|
HB 571 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: England, Kirk
|
Relating to permitting an owner, occupant, or lessee of agricultural land who is a certified prescribed burn manager to conduct a prescribed burn. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|Insurance--Property & Casualty|PERMITS|Property Interests--Real Property |
|
|
HB 679 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Farrar, Jessica
|
Relating to testing and warnings related to mercury levels in certain fish. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|MERCURY |
|
|
HB 681 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Farrar, Jessica | et. al.
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
|
Relating to requiring warning signs regarding mercury levels in certain fish. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|MERCURY|SIGNS |
|
|
HB 865 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Swinford, David
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Invasive Species Coordinating Committee. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/09 |
Agriculture|INVASIVE SPECIES COORDINATING COMMITTEE, TEXAS|Parks & Wildlife--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Water--General |
|
|
HB 1114 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Hamilton, Mike | et. al.
|
Relating to application requirements and performance standards for agricultural biomass and landfill diversion incentive grants. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Energy--General|Environment--Air|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON |
|
|
HB 1444 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Aycock, Jimmie
|
Relating to the definition of an agricultural business for the purposes of the Texas Agricultural Finance Authority. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
AGRICULTURAL FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|Agriculture |
|
|
HB 1530 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
|
Relating to the licensing and regulation of health-related pest control by the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/09 |
Agriculture|Health--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES |
|
|
HB 1580 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to the continuation and functions of the board of directors of the official cotton growers' boll weevil eradication foundation and the management of certain cotton in pest management zones. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Government Organization
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|Sunset Bills |
|
|
HB 1617 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Swinford, David
|
Relating to limited agricultural cooperatives; providing penalties. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|Corporations & Associations|LIMITED AGRICULTURAL COOPERATIVES ACT |
|
|
HB 1751 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Leibowitz, David | et. al.
|
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a renewable energy device, structure, facility, or system installed or constructed on residential property, land designated for agricultural use, or open-space land devoted to farm or ranch purposes for the generation of energy for use in connection with the property. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Property Interests--Real Property|RENEWABLE ENERGY|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 1840 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Kleinschmidt, Tim | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of an interagency farm-to-school coordination task force. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|FOOD |
|
|
HB 1881 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.
Sponsor: Estes, Craig | et. al.
|
Relating to the creation of the Texas Equine Incentive Program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/09 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Animals |
|
|
HB 1908 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: King, Tracy
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to the safety of the fresh fruit and vegetables produced in this state. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD|Health--General|Safety |
|
|
HB 1911 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Isett, Carl | et. al.
|
Relating to the Texas Rural Investment Fund. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|RURAL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Finances--Appropriations |
|
|
HB 1916 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for capital projects at Sam Houston State University. |
House: Higher Education
|
Referred to Higher Education |
Agriculture|BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 1949 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Rios Ybarra, Tara | et. al.
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to the issuance and execution of agriculture warrants; creating an offense. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/09 |
Agriculture |
|
|
HB 2016 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Villarreal, Mike
|
Relating to the regulation of the use of land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural land. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|City Government--Land Use & Zoning|County Government--Land Use & Zoning|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts |
|
|
HB 2042 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Flynn, Dan
Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
|
Relating to the notice requirements following impoundment of an estray. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Animals|SHERIFFS |
|
|
HB 2150 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Kleinschmidt, Tim
|
Relating to the eligibility of land for ad valorem tax appraisal as qualified open-space land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 2151 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Swinford, David
|
Relating to the creation of a fuel ethanol and biodiesel producer loan guarantee program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
AGRICULTURAL FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|Agriculture|Energy--Alternative Fuels|Energy--Conservation|LOANS |
|
|
HB 2230 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
|
Relating to liability for interest if land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural or open-space land is sold or diverted to a different use. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Finance |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 2292 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Gattis, Dan
|
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of open-space land appraised as agricultural land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 2318 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
|
Relating to the fuel ethanol and biodiesel incentive program of the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Energy--Alternative Fuels |
|
|
HB 2366 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Swinford, David
|
Relating to the creation of the Texas bioenergy fund. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|RENEWABLE ENERGY |
|
|
HB 2527 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Aycock, Jimmie
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to the regulation of commercial fertilizer. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/09 |
Agriculture|FERTILIZER|Political Subdivisions |
|
|
HB 2582 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne | et. al.
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to the production and taxation of renewable diesel fuel. |
House: Energy Resources
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Energy--Alternative Fuels|Taxation--Motor Fuels |
|
|
HB 2872 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Chisum, Warren
|
Relating to the establishment by the State Soil and Water Conservation Board of a carbon dioxide sequestration or emissions offset program. |
House: Environmental Regulation
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Environment--Air|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE|Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation |
|
|
HB 2884 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Martinez, Armando
|
Relating to rebates and the sale of crop insurance. |
House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Agriculture|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty |
|
|
HB 2925 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Herrero, Abel | et. al.
Sponsor: Whitmire, John
|
Relating to protections provided by the Department of Agriculture for certain consumers; providing penalties. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
See remarks for effective date |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Consumer Protection|Oil & Gas|PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
HB 3030 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Heflin, Joe
|
Relating to an exemption from the sales and use tax for machinery and equipment used in an agricultural aircraft operation. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|Taxation--Sales|Transportation--Aviation |
|
|
HB 3143 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne | et. al.
|
Relating to weight limits on a vehicle loaded with certain agricultural products. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
HB 3144 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to an exemption from the sales and use tax for property used in agricultural operations and for aircraft used in connection with agriculture. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Effective on 9/1/09 |
Agriculture|Property Interests--Personal Property|Taxation--Sales |
|
|
HB 3236 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Flynn, Dan
|
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Agriculture and the Prescribed Burning Board and the abolition of the Texas-Israel Exchange Fund Board. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
AGRICULTURAL FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Financial--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PRESCRIBED BURNING BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|Sunset Bills|TEXAS-ISRAEL EXCHANGE FUND BOARD |
|
|
HB 3271 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Howard, Donna
|
Relating to the Texas Partnership for Children in Nature. |
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
|
Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism |
Agriculture|CHILDREN IN NATURE, TEXAS PARTNERSHIP|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Environment--General|GIFTS & DONATIONS|Health--General|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--General |
|
|
HB 3322 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Kleinschmidt, Tim | et. al.
|
Relating to participation in an animal identification system. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals |
|
|
HB 3330 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Aycock, Jimmie
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to a disease surveillance program for elk; providing a penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/09 |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals |
|
|
HB 3429 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
|
Relating to certain program and reporting duties of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION SERVICE |
|
|
HB 3496 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.
Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Nursery and Floral Advisory Council and the promotion of Texas nursery and floral industries. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 4031 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: McCall, Brian | et. al.
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to the agricultural biomass and landfill diversion incentive program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/09 |
Agriculture|LANDFILLS|RENEWABLE ENERGY |
|
|
HB 4070 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne
|
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of airplanes and helicopters used exclusively in agricultural operations. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Reported favorably as substituted |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 4100 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Eiland, Craig
|
Relating to fees for certain licenses issued by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. |
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Administration
|
Referred to Administration |
Agriculture|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--Licenses|SHRIMPING INDUSTRY |
|
|
HB 4175 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Bolton, Valinda | et. al.
|
Relating to authorizing certain counties to adopt buffer zone regulations and comprehensive land development plans; providing a penalty. |
House: Land & Resource Management
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|County Government--Land Use & Zoning |
|
|
HB 4186 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Jones, Delwin
|
Relating to weight limits on a vehicle loaded with certain agricultural products. |
House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
|
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec. |
Agriculture|VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT|Vehicles & Traffic--General |
|
|
HB 4187 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Jones, Delwin
|
Relating to a length exemption for a vehicle or combination of vehicles used to transport a combine used in farm custom harvesting operations. |
House: Transportation
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|Highways|Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment|Vehicles & Traffic--General |
|
|
HB 4196 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Kuempel, Edmund
|
Relating to proof of title to breeding deer for certain purposes of deer breeding operations. |
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
|
Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Animals|Parks & Wildlife--General|PERMITS |
|
|
HB 4245 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.
|
Relating to a pilot program to expand access to career and technical education partnerships in rural areas. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Labor--Workforce Development--Rural|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 4577 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to the seizure and destruction of certain plants. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/09 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 4578 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Martinez, Armando
|
Relating to the establishment of the official citrus producers' pest and disease management corporation; providing penalties. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|Environment--General|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES |
|
|
HJR 72 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Leibowitz, David
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation a renewable energy device, structure, facility, or system installed or constructed on residential property, land designated for agricultural use, or open-space land devoted to farm or ranch purposes for the generation of energy for use in connection with the property. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Property Interests--Real Property|RENEWABLE ENERGY|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 36 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the program to educate cattle producers about trichonomoniasis. |
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|Animals |
|
|
SB 205 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Sponsor: Howard, Donna | et. al.
|
Relating to the Texas Partnership for Children in Nature. |
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|CHILDREN IN NATURE, TEXAS PARTNERSHIP|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|Environment--General|GIFTS & DONATIONS|Health--General|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--General |
|
|
SB 212 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Sponsor: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne
|
Relating to the sale or transportation of certain desert plants; providing a penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Environment--General|Property Interests--General|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources |
|
|
SB 343 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Sponsor: McReynolds, Jim
|
Relating to the creation of an advisory committee to study the retail availability of healthy foods in certain underserved areas of this state. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|FOOD|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION |
|
|
SB 344 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Sponsor: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne
|
Relating to the establishment of an advisory committee to study the acceptance at farmers markets of food stamps and benefits under the women, infants, and children supplemental food program. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|FOOD STAMPS|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Food Programs |
|
|
SB 399 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to abolishing the office of inspector of hides and animals. |
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Removed from local & uncontested calendar |
Agriculture|Animals|County Government--General|Elections--General|INSPECTOR OF HIDES & ANIMALS, OFFICE OF |
|
|
SB 578 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
|
Relating to the authority of a county to regulate land development after a local option election. |
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations |
Agriculture|County Government--General|County Government--Land Use & Zoning |
|
|
SB 678 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
|
Relating to the additional tax imposed on land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as open-space land if a change of use of the land occurs. |
Senate: Finance
|
Referred to Finance |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 682 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Eltife, Kevin
|
Relating to participation in an animal identification system. |
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals |
|
|
SB 691 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Invasive Species Coordinating Committee. |
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|INVASIVE SPECIES COORDINATING COMMITTEE, TEXAS|Parks & Wildlife--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Water--General |
|
|
SB 948 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Estes, Craig
Sponsor: Aycock, Jimmie
|
Relating to the definition of an agricultural business for the purposes of the Texas Agricultural Finance Authority. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/09 |
AGRICULTURAL FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|Agriculture |
|
|
SB 958 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Sponsor: Heflin, Joe
|
Relating to an exemption from the sales and use tax for certain aircraft, including machinery and equipment used in an agricultural aircraft operation. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
|
Effective on 9/1/09 |
Agriculture|Taxation--Sales|Transportation--Aviation |
|
|
SB 969 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
Sponsor: Jones, Delwin
|
Relating to a length exemption for a vehicle or combination of vehicles used to transport a combine used in farm custom harvesting operations. |
House: Transportation
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/09 |
Agriculture|Highways|Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment|Vehicles & Traffic--General |
|
|
SB 1004 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to the continuation and functions of the board of directors of the official cotton growers' boll weevil eradication foundation. |
Senate: Government Organization
|
Committee report printed and distributed |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|Sunset Bills |
|
|
SB 1016 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.
Sponsor: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
|
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Agriculture and the Prescribed Burning Board, the creation of the Texas Bioenergy Policy Council and Texas Bioenergy Research Committee, and the abolition of the Texas-Israel Exchange Fund Board; providing penalties. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Government Organization
|
Effective on 9/1/09 |
AGRICULTURAL FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|BIOENERGY POLICY COUNCIL|BIOENERGY RESEARCH COMMITTEE|Financial--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PRESCRIBED BURNING BOARD|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|Sunset Bills|TEXAS-ISRAEL EXCHANGE FUND BOARD |
|
|
SB 1027 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Watson, Kirk
Sponsor: Kleinschmidt, Tim
|
Relating to the establishment of an interagency farm-to-school coordination task force. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/09 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|FOOD |
|
|
SB 1088 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.
|
Relating to the use of food stamp benefits at farmers markets. |
House: Human Services
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s) |
Agriculture|FOOD STAMPS|Human Services--Food Programs |
|
|
SB 1089 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
|
Relating to farm-to-school initiatives. |
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|NUTRITION |
|
|
SB 1131 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to the seizure and destruction of certain plants. |
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Removed from local & uncontested calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 1132 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to the issuance and execution of agriculture warrants; creating an offense. |
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Removed from local & uncontested calendar |
Agriculture |
|
|
SB 1214 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Deuell, Bob
|
Relating to consumption advisories for mercury contamination in fish, crustaceans, molluscan shellfish, and other aquatic and terrestrial animals. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|INTERNET|MERCURY|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing|Water--General |
|
|
SB 1246 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Jackson, Mike
Sponsor: Eiland, Craig
|
Relating to fees for certain licenses issued by the Parks and Wildlife Department. |
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--Licenses|SHRIMPING INDUSTRY |
|
|
SB 1309 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to the regulation of commercial fertilizer. |
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Committee report printed and distributed |
Agriculture|FERTILIZER|Political Subdivisions |
|
|
SB 1501 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: West, Royce
Sponsor: Patrick, Diane
|
Relating to the eligibility of nonprofit organizations that partner with certain schools to receive grants for agricultural projects. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
1 hr. notice-to suspend rules |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance |
|
|
SB 1668 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
|
Relating to application requirements and performance standards for agricultural biomass and landfill diversion incentive grants. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Energy--General|Environment--Air|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON |
|
|
SB 1693 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Ogden, Steve
Sponsor: Cook, Byron
|
Relating to the regulation of poultry facilities and poultry litter by the State Soil and Water Conservation Board and to the enforcement authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. |
House: Environmental Regulation
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/09 |
Agriculture|Animals|Environment--Air|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE |
|
|
SB 1779 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Sponsor: Martinez, Armando
|
Relating to the establishment of the official citrus producers' pest and disease management corporation; providing penalties. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|Environment--General|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES |
|
|
SB 1806 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne
|
Relating to liens for certain veterinary care charges for large animals. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/09 |
Agriculture|Animals|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens|VETERINARIANS |
|
|
SB 1851 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Deuell, Bob
|
Relating to the posting of notice by a county sheriff regarding impounded estrays. |
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Animals|INTERNET|SHERIFFS |
|
|
SB 1871 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to the management of volunteer and other noncommercial cotton in pest management zones. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Animals|COTTON|NUISANCES|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES |
|
|
SB 1901 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to the safety of the fresh fruit and vegetables produced in this state. |
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD|Health--General|Safety |
|
|
SB 1988 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.
|
Relating to the Texas Rural Investment Fund. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|RURAL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Finances--Appropriations |
|
|
SB 2000 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to weight limits on a vehicle loaded with certain agricultural products. |
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
|
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec. |
Agriculture|VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT|Vehicles & Traffic--General |
|
|
SB 2089 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Whitmire, John
|
Relating to protections provided by the Department of Agriculture for certain consumers; providing penalties. |
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Consumer Protection|Oil & Gas|PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS |
|
|
SB 2172 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Harris, Chris
|
Relating to proof of title to breeding deer for certain purposes of deer breeding operations. |
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Animals|Parks & Wildlife--General|PERMITS |
|
|
SB 2405 |
81-0 (2009) |
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Keffer, Jim
|
Relating to a pilot program to expand access to career and technical education partnerships in rural areas. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Education--Junior College Districts|Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational|Labor--Workforce Development--Rural|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 299 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Farrar, Jessica
|
Relating to testing and warnings related to mercury levels in certain fish. |
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
|
Referred to Culture, Recreation, and Tourism |
Agriculture|FOOD|HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|MERCURY |
|
|
HB 300 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Farrar, Jessica
|
Relating to requiring warning signs regarding mercury levels in certain fish. |
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|MERCURY|SIGNS |
|
|
HB 407 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
|
Relating to the establishment of a home-delivered meal grant program in the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Aging|Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Human Services--Food Programs |
|
|
HB 461 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to participation in an animal identification system. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Placed on intent calendar |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals |
|
|
HB 496 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Cook, Robert | et. al.
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to mileage reimbursement for soil and water conservation district directors and delegates. |
House: Natural Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation|TRAVEL |
|
|
HB 596 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Davis, Yvonne
|
Relating to the retail sale of temperature-adjusted gasoline and diesel fuel. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Oil & Gas |
|
|
HB 637 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
|
Relating to making participation in an animal identification program voluntary. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions |
|
|
HB 967 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
|
Relating to the reappraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of agricultural or open-space land on which the Texas Animal Health Commission has established a temporary quarantine for ticks. |
House: Local Government Ways & Means
Senate: International Relations & Trade
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Animals|OPEN-SPACE LAND|RANCHER RELIEF ACT|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts |
|
|
HB 1090 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
|
Relating to the establishment of a program by the Department of Agriculture to make grants to encourage the construction of facilities that generate electric energy with certain types of agricultural residues, waste, debris, or crops and to the state's goal for generating renewable energy. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/07 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Energy--Alternative Fuels|Environment--Air|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|RENEWABLE ENERGY |
|
|
HB 1457 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: McReynolds, Jim
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to the acceptable methods for disposal of poultry carcasses. |
House: Environmental Regulation
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/07 |
Agriculture|Animals|Environment--Solid Waste|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions |
|
|
HB 1472 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.
Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
|
Relating to the annexation of land for which property taxes are imposed based on the land's value for agricultural or wildlife management purposes or timber production. |
House: Land & Resource Management
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|City Government--Annexation|CONSERVATION OF WILDLIFE|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND |
|
|
HB 1592 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Rose, Patrick
|
Relating to the labeling requirement for fuel pumps dispensing certain gasoline and ethanol mixtures. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Oil & Gas|SIGNS |
|
|
HB 1631 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Heflin, Joe | et. al.
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to abolishing the office of inspector of hides and animals. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Placed on intent calendar |
Agriculture|Animals|County Government--General|Elections--General|INSPECTOR OF HIDES & ANIMALS, OFFICE OF |
|
|
HB 1673 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Swinford, David
|
Relating to the fuel ethanol and biodiesel incentive program of the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Referred to Natural Resources |
Agriculture|Energy--Alternative Fuels |
|
|
HB 1719 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: McReynolds, Jim
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
|
Relating to requiring landowners to report the burial of certain animal carcasses. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Environment--Solid Waste|Environment--Water|Water--General |
|
|
HB 1817 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Isett, Carl | et. al.
|
Relating to weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products and equipment. |
House: Transportation
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
HB 1931 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Swinford, David
|
Relating to the production and taxation of renewable diesel fuel. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Withdrawn from schedule |
Agriculture|Energy--Alternative Fuels|RENEWABLE ENERGY|Taxation--Motor Fuels |
|
|
HB 1932 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Swinford, David
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to the membership and area of operation of farmers' cooperative societies. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Committee report printed and distributed |
Agriculture |
|
|
HB 2024 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Government Organization
|
Effective on 9/1/07 |
Agriculture|Animals|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health--General|Sunset Bills|VETERINARY MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY, TEXAS |
|
|
HB 2027 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Gallego, Pete
|
Relating to the requirements for obtaining a permit authorizing the use of a hail cannon. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|LICENSING & REGULATION, DEPARTMENT OF|PERMITS|WEATHER MODIFICATION |
|
|
HB 2222 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Heflin, Joe
Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
|
Relating to the membership of the Food and Fibers Research Council. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|FOOD & FIBERS RESEARCH COUNCIL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 2328 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Woolley, Beverly | et. al.
Sponsor: Whitmire, John
|
Relating to the offenses of cruelty to livestock and nonlivestock animals. |
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
|
Effective on 9/1/07 |
Agriculture|Animals|Crimes--Miscellaneous |
|
|
HB 2345 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
|
Relating to the creation of the Texas Organic Agricultural Industry Advisory Board. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/07 |
Agriculture|ORGANIC AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRY ADVISORY BOARD, TEXAS|ORGANIC AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed |
|
|
HB 2542 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Office of Rural Community Affairs. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Government Organization
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|Education--Rural|Health--General|Health--Rural|Housing--Rural|RURAL|RURAL COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, OFFICE OF|RURAL HEALTH CARE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|Sunset Bills |
|
|
HB 2543 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
|
Relating to the continuation and operation of the Texas Animal Health Commission; providing penalties. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Government Organization
|
See remarks for effective date |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|Health--General|Sunset Bills |
|
|
HB 2546 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Noriega, Rick
Sponsor: Carona, John
|
Relating to the sale of ammonium nitrate; creating an offense. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
|
Effective on 9/1/07 |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|FERTILIZER |
|
|
HB 2547 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Smith, Todd
|
Relating to rate filing requirements and rating standards for commercial property insurers. |
House: Insurance
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|Insurance--Property & Casualty |
|
|
HB 2671 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Swinford, David
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to limited agricultural cooperatives; providing penalties. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Reported from s/c favorably w/o amendments |
Agriculture|LIMITED AGRICULTURAL COOPERATIVES ACT |
|
|
HB 2672 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie
|
Relating to activities of a winery located in a dry county. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|Amusements, Games, Sports|WINE & WINERIES |
|
|
HB 2959 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Smithee, John
|
Relating to regulation of dairy products. |
House: Public Health
|
Referred to Public Health |
Agriculture|ATTORNEY'S FEES|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|Health--General|MILK|PERMITS |
|
|
HB 3096 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Darby, Drew
|
Relating to dealer agreements regarding the purchase and sale of certain all-terrain vehicles or equipment or machinery used for agricultural, off-road construction, utility, industrial, mining, forestry, and landscaping purposes. |
House: Business & Industry
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|FAIR PRACTICES OF EQUIP MANUFAERS, WHSALE DIST & DEALERS ACT|LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE|RECREATIONAL & ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES |
|
|
HB 3300 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Phillips, Larry
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to classifying llamas, alpacas, and exotic livestock as livestock under the Agriculture Code. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Animals |
|
|
HB 3401 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
|
Relating to the sale of cattle represented as sound for breeding purposes; providing a criminal penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock |
Agriculture|Animals |
|
|
HB 3573 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Rose, Patrick
|
Relating to the implementation of animal identification programs and the identification and tracking of exotic livestock and exotic fowl. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock |
Agriculture|Animals |
|
|
HB 3652 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Homer, Mark
|
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation for certain poultry facilities. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 4062 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
|
Relating to the enforcement and administration of certain programs by the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|NUTRITION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HJR 3 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Homer, Mark
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt poultry facilities from ad valorem taxation. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HJR 69 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Heflin, Joe
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment to abolish the constitutional authority for the office of inspector of hides and animals. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Filed with the Secretary of State |
Agriculture|Animals|INSPECTOR OF HIDES & ANIMALS, OFFICE OF|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments |
|
|
HR 2797 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Swinford, David
|
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1090. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Energy--Alternative Fuels|Environment--Air|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports |
|
|
HR 2851 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Swinford, David
|
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1090. |
|
Reported enrolled |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Energy--Alternative Fuels|Environment--Air|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports |
|
|
SB 34 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Nelson, Jane
|
Relating to a nutrition policy for public schools. |
Senate: Education
|
Referred to Education |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Minors--Health & Safety|NUTRITION |
|
|
SB 286 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a home-delivered meal grant program in the Department of Agriculture. |
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Co-author authorized |
Aging|Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Disabilities, Persons with|Human Services--Food Programs |
|
|
SB 357 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Jackson, Mike
Sponsor: Swinford, David
|
Relating to the establishment of a program by the Department of Agriculture to make grants to encourage the construction of facilities that generate electric energy with certain types of agricultural residues, waste, debris, or crops. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Energy--Alternative Fuels|Environment--Air|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION |
|
|
SB 689 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
|
Relating to the sale or transport of certain desert plants; providing a penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Environment--General|Property Interests--General|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources |
|
|
SB 708 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products and equipment. |
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
|
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec. |
Agriculture|VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
SB 779 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to the appraisal of open-space land devoted principally to agricultural use. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts |
|
|
SB 822 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Sponsor: King, Tracy
|
Relating to the creation of the atmosphere modification research program and center and the administration of the weather modification and control program. |
House: Border & International Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY|Water--Development|WEATHER MODIFICATION |
|
|
SB 827 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: West, Royce
Sponsor: Patrick, Diane
|
Relating to the public schools eligible to receive certain grants from the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Public Education
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance |
|
|
SB 866 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
|
Relating to the creation of the Texas Organic Agricultural Industry Advisory Board. |
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute |
Agriculture|ORGANIC AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRY ADVISORY BOARD, TEXAS|ORGANIC AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed |
|
|
SB 910 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Office of Rural Community Affairs. |
Senate: Government Organization
|
Referred to Government Organization |
Agriculture|Education--Rural|Health--General|Health--Rural|RURAL COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|Sunset Bills |
|
|
SB 911 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Estes, Craig
Sponsor: Miller, Sid
|
Relating to the continuation and operation of the Texas Animal Health Commission; providing penalties. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Government Organization
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|Health--General|Sunset Bills |
|
|
SB 912 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory. |
Senate: Government Organization
|
Referred to Government Organization |
Agriculture|Animals|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Health--General|Sunset Bills|VETERINARY MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1100 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Whitmire, John
|
Relating to the offenses of cruelty to livestock and nonlivestock animals. |
Senate: Criminal Justice
|
Referred to Criminal Justice |
Agriculture|Animals|Crimes--Miscellaneous |
|
|
SB 1148 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Hegar, Glenn
|
Relating to dealer agreements regarding the purchase and sale of certain all-terrain vehicles or equipment or machinery used for agricultural, off-road construction, utility, industrial, mining, forestry, and landscaping purposes. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|FAIR PRACTICES OF EQUIP MANUFAERS, WHSALE DIST & DEALERS ACT|LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE|RECREATIONAL & ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES |
|
|
SB 1249 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
Sponsor: Rose, Patrick
|
Relating to the sale and delivery of certain motor fuels. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|Oil & Gas|SIGNS |
|
|
SB 1339 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Estes, Craig
Sponsor: Chisum, Warren
|
Relating to allowing money in the disaster contingency fund to be used to provide assistance to producers of agricultural products affected by a disaster caused by severe drought, wildfire, flood, storm, or hurricane. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|State Finances--Management & Control |
|
|
SB 1532 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
|
Relating to the regulation of food safety in fresh fruits and vegetables. |
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|FOOD|Safety |
|
|
SB 1561 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Sponsor: Peña, Aaron
|
Relating to the seizure and destruction of certain plants; creating an offense. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 1577 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
|
Relating to the authority of a county to regulate land development after a local option election. |
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations |
Agriculture|County Government--General|County Government--Land Use & Zoning |
|
|
SB 1714 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
Sponsor: Smithee, John
|
Relating to regulation of dairy products. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/07 |
Agriculture|ATTORNEY'S FEES|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|Health--General|MILK|PERMITS |
|
|
SR 1176 |
80-0 (2007) |
Author: Jackson, Mike
|
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1090. |
|
Reported enrolled |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Energy--Alternative Fuels|Environment--Air|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports |
|
|
HB 116 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of the farm and ranch lands conservation program. |
House: Land & Resource Management
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|CONSERVATION EASEMENTS|FARM & RANCH LANDS CONSERVATION ADV COUNCIL, TEXAS|LEGACY COUNCIL, TEXAS|Property Interests--Real Property |
|
|
HB 372 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Jackson, Jim | et. al.
Sponsor: Brimer, Kim
|
Relating to the required use of towing safety chains on certain vehicles. |
House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
|
Returned from the House for further action |
Agriculture|TOW COMPANIES & TOWING OF VEHICLES|Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
HB 373 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Swinford, David
Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
|
Relating to the food and fibers research grant program and to the transfer of the powers and duties of the Texas Food and Fibers Commission to the Food and Fibers Research Council. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|FOOD & FIBERS COMMISSION, TEXAS|FOOD & FIBERS RESEARCH COUNCIL|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT |
|
|
HB 749 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Jones, Delwin | et. al.
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
|
Relating to size and weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products and equipment. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
|
Effective on 9/1/05 |
Agriculture|Transportation--Miscellaneous|VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT |
|
|
HB 760 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: McReynolds, Jim
Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
|
Relating to fees for registration and inspection of certain fuel measuring and dispensing devices. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/05 |
Agriculture|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|Oil & Gas |
|
|
HB 774 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
|
Relating to the Interstate Pest Control Compact. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/05 |
Agriculture|Environment--General|Intergovernmental Relations|INTERSTATE PEST CONTROL COMPACT |
|
|
HB 785 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Miller, Sid
|
Relating to authorizing a temporary wind up permit for a concentrated animal feeding operation the permit for which has been revoked. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Environment--General|Environment--Water|PERMITS |
|
|
HB 876 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Burnam, Lon
|
Relating to the use in food of genetically engineered non-food materials. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|FOOD|Health--General |
|
|
HB 894 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Hodge, Terri | et. al.
Sponsor: West, Royce
|
Relating to produce samples at municipally owned farmers' markets. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Health--General |
|
|
HB 901 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: McReynolds, Jim
Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
|
Relating to expiration dates for certain licenses issued or renewed by the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/05 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 1101 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.
|
Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for the Tarleton State University Dairy Center. |
House: Higher Education
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|BONDS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
|
|
HB 1513 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Geren, Charlie
|
Relating to permit exemptions for certain users of state water. |
House: Natural Resources
|
Referred to Natural Resources |
Agriculture|PERMITS|Water--General|Water--Rights |
|
|
HB 1520 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie
|
Relating to activities of a winery located in a dry county. |
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
|
Left pending in subcommittee |
Agriculture|Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|Amusements, Games, Sports|PERMITS|WINE & WINERIES |
|
|
HB 1568 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Geren, Charlie
|
Relating to the definition of an agricultural operation. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Refer to s/c on Ag & Coastal Resc by Pres |
Agriculture|Animals |
|
|
HB 1695 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to the appointment and jurisdiction of cattle rangers. |
House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Criminal Justice
|
Effective on 9/1/05 |
Agriculture|Animals|CATTLE RAISERS ASSOCIATION, TEXAS & SOUTHWESTERN|Criminal Procedure--General|Law Enforcement|PEACE OFFICERS|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 1733 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Swinford, David
Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
|
Relating to prohibiting disclosure of certain records or reports by the Texas Feed and Fertilizer Control Service. |
House: State Affairs
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|FEED & FERTILIZER CONTROL SERVICE, TEXAS|FEED & FERTILIZER SERVICE, TEXAS|Open Records |
|
|
HB 1878 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Farrar, Jessica
|
Relating to requiring warning signs regarding mercury levels in certain fish. |
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|SIGNS |
|
|
HB 1879 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Farrar, Jessica
|
Relating to testing and warnings related to mercury levels in certain fish. |
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
|
Referred to Culture, Recreation, and Tourism |
Agriculture|FOOD|HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|MERCURY |
|
|
HB 2049 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Swinford, David
|
Relating to assessments levied on producers and used for marketing, education, research, and promotion of Texas beef. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 2135 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Madla, Frank
|
Relating to the creation of a tourist-oriented directional sign program. |
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Removed from local & uncontested calendar |
Agriculture|Highways|SIGNS|Tourism |
|
|
HB 2305 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Casteel, Carter
|
Relating to the annexation of land for which property taxes are imposed based on the land's value for agricultural or wildlife management purposes. |
House: Land & Resource Management
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|City Government--Annexation|CONSERVATION OF WILDLIFE|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 2313 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Miller, Sid
Sponsor: Madla, Frank
|
Relating to noxious and invasive plants; providing a criminal penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/05 |
Agriculture|Political Subdivisions |
|
|
HB 2370 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: McReynolds, Jim | et. al.
Sponsor: Staples, Todd
|
Relating to the regulation of poultry facilities. |
House: Environmental Regulation
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Removed from local & uncontested calendar |
Agriculture|Environment--Solid Waste|SEWAGE SLUDGE|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE|Water--General |
|
|
HB 2423 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Puente, Robert
Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
|
Relating to discrimination by a groundwater conservation district against landowners whose land is enrolled or participating in a federal conservation program. |
House: Natural Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/05 |
Agriculture|HUDSPETH COUNTY UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DIST. NO. 1|IRRIGATION & IRRIGATORS|PERMITS|Property Interests--Real Property|Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation|Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility |
|
|
HB 2578 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to providing the national free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch program to a greater number of public school students. |
House: Public Education
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Education--Primary & Secondary--General|Human Services--Food Programs |
|
|
HB 2611 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Guillen, Ryan
|
Relating to the reappraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of agricultural or open-space land in a tick eradication quarantine area. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|Animals|OPEN-SPACE LAND|RANCHER RELIEF ACT|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts |
|
|
HB 2862 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Chisum, Warren
|
Relating to the regulation of a poultry operation that does not use a liquid waste handling system. |
House: Environmental Regulation
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Environment--Solid Waste|SEWAGE SLUDGE|Water--General |
|
|
HB 2927 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
|
Relating to requiring the licensing of resellers of certified seed; imposing a criminal penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment|SEED & PLANT BOARD, STATE |
|
|
HB 3046 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Hill, Fred
|
Relating to the administration of ad valorem taxation. |
House: Local Government Ways & Means
|
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous |
|
|
HB 3146 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
|
Relating to the establishment of a land conservation program and land conservation council in the Parks and Wildlife Department. |
House: Land & Resource Management
|
Referred to Land & Resource Management |
Agriculture|CONSERVATION EASEMENTS|CONSERVATION OF WILDLIFE|ENDANGERED SPECIES|Environment--General|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|Parks & Wildlife--General|PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS|Property Interests--Eminent Domain |
|
|
HB 3185 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Swinford, David
|
Relating to exemptions from permitting requirements for dams and reservoirs on private property. |
House: Natural Resources
|
Referred to Natural Resources |
Agriculture|Environment--Water|PERMITS|Property Interests--Real Property|Water--Development |
|
|
HB 3226 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a statewide maintenance program for boll weevil and pink bollworm eradication. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|COTTON |
|
|
HB 3275 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Isett, Carl
|
Relating to abolishing the Agriculture Resources Protection Authority. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE RESOURCES PROTECTION AUTHORITY|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 3287 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Swinford, David
|
Relating to payment for livestock feeding and care charges. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock |
AGRICULTURAL LIENS|Agriculture|Animals |
|
|
HB 3334 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank | et. al.
|
Relating to an exemption from regulation for certain nonprofit agricultural research projects. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs |
|
|
HB 3575 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank | et. al.
|
Relating to an exemption from regulation for certain nonprofit agricultural research projects. |
House: Natural Resources
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT|TEXAS-ISRAEL EXCHANGE FUND BOARD |
|
|
HCR 137 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
|
Urging the U.S. Congress to press for NAFTA reforms to provide preference protections for produce grown in South Texas and marketed in the same area. |
House: Economic Development
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|NORTH AMERICAN FREE TRADE AGREEMENT--NAFTA|Resolutions--Legislative Policy|Resolutions--Memorializing Congress |
|
|
HCR 220 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Swinford, David
|
Recalling S.B. No. 1708 from the Governor. |
|
Filed |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Resolutions--Recall |
|
|
SB 9 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Staples, Todd
Sponsor: Corte, Jr., Frank
|
Relating to homeland security; providing a penalty. |
House: Defense Affairs & State-Federal Relations
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION COUNCIL|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|FIRST RESPONDER ADVISORY COUNCIL|HOMELAND SECURITY COUNCIL|PRIVATE SECTOR ADVISORY COUNCIL|TERRORISM & INTERNAL SECURITY |
|
|
SB 161 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Jackson, Mike
|
Relating to the food and fibers research grant program. |
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Removed from local & uncontested calendar |
Agriculture|FOOD & FIBERS COMMISSION, TEXAS|FOOD & FIBERS RESEARCH COUNCIL|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT |
|
|
SB 176 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Brimer, Kim
|
Relating to the required use of towing safety chains on certain vehicles. |
House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
|
Referred to Transportation |
Agriculture|TOW COMPANIES & TOWING OF VEHICLES|Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment|Vehicles & Traffic--Rules of Road |
|
|
SB 247 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: West, Royce
|
Relating to permitting samples of produce at certain municipally owned farmers' markets. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Referred to Public Health |
Agriculture|Health--General |
|
|
SB 370 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Jackson, Mike
|
Relating to expiration dates for certain licenses issued or renewed by the Department of Agriculture. |
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Removed from local & uncontested calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 371 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Jackson, Mike
|
Relating to the Interstate Pest Control Compact. |
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
Agriculture|Environment--General|Intergovernmental Relations|INTERSTATE PEST CONTROL COMPACT |
|
|
SB 372 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Jackson, Mike
|
Relating to fees for registration and inspection of certain fuel measuring and dispensing devices. |
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Removed from local & uncontested calendar |
Agriculture|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|Oil & Gas |
|
|
SB 734 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Williams, Tommy | et. al.
Sponsor: Mowery, Anna
|
Relating to municipal regulation of the discharge of firearms and certain other weapons. |
House: Land & Resource Management
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|City Government--Annexation|City Government--General|Weapons |
|
|
SB 760 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Sponsor: Straus, Joe
|
Relating to the classification of open-space land into categories for purposes of appraising the land for ad valorem tax purposes. |
House: Local Government Ways & Means
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Effective on 1/1/06 |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts |
|
|
SB 806 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Averitt, Kip
Sponsor: Swinford, David
|
Relating to appointed members of the State Soil and Water Conservation Board. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
House passage as amended reported |
Agriculture|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
SB 956 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to the appointment and jurisdiction of cattle rangers. |
Senate: Criminal Justice
|
Removed from local & uncontested calendar |
Agriculture|Animals|CATTLE RAISERS ASSOCIATION, TEXAS & SOUTHWESTERN|Criminal Procedure--General|Law Enforcement|PEACE OFFICERS|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 1091 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Madla, Frank
Sponsor: Miller, Sid
|
Relating to noxious and invasive plants; providing a criminal penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Postponed |
Agriculture|Political Subdivisions |
|
|
SB 1102 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Jackson, Mike | et. al.
|
Relating to the establishment of a program by the Department of Agriculture to make grants to farmers and diverters who provide agricultural biomass to facilities that convert biomass to electrical energy. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Energy--Alternative Fuels|Environment--Air|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION |
|
|
SB 1273 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Jackson, Mike
Sponsor: Geren, Charlie
|
Relating to the establishment of the Texas farm and ranch lands conservation program. |
House: Land & Resource Management
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/05 |
Agriculture|CONSERVATION EASEMENTS|FARM & RANCH LANDS CONSERVATION ADV COUNCIL, TEXAS|FARMLAND & RANCHLAND CONSERVATION COUNCIL, TEXAS|GENERAL LAND OFFICE COMMISSIONER|Property Interests--Real Property|REAL ESTATE RESEARCH CENTER, TEXAS |
|
|
SB 1370 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Madla, Frank
Sponsor: Truitt, Vicki
|
Relating to the disposition of certain tax revenue for the protection and development of grape and wine production. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Effective on 9/1/05 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Taxation--Alcoholic Beverages|WINE & WINERIES |
|
|
SB 1371 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Madla, Frank
|
Relating to the disposition of certain tax revenue for the development of the Texas wine producing industry. |
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Taxation--Alcoholic Beverages|WINE & WINERIES |
|
|
SB 1428 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.
Sponsor: Swinford, David
|
Relating to the establishment of a statewide maintenance program for boll weevil and pink bollworm eradication. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/05 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|COTTON |
|
|
SB 1462 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Seliger, Kel
|
Relating to payment for livestock feeding and care charges. |
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Refer to s/c on Ag & Coastal Resc by Pres |
AGRICULTURAL LIENS|Agriculture|Animals |
|
|
SB 1640 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Duncan, Robert
|
Relating to size and weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products and equipment. |
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
|
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec. |
Agriculture|Transportation--Miscellaneous|VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS & ENFORCEMENT |
|
|
SB 1669 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Estes, Craig
Sponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
|
Relating to the composition of the wine sold or dispensed by wineries located in this state. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|WINE & WINERIES |
|
|
SB 1680 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Jackson, Mike
Sponsor: Isett, Carl
|
Relating to the repeal of the Agriculture Resources Protection Authority. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/05 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE RESOURCES PROTECTION AUTHORITY|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
SB 1707 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Staples, Todd
Sponsor: McReynolds, Jim
|
Relating to the regulation of poultry facilities. |
House: Environmental Regulation
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/05 |
Agriculture|Environment--Solid Waste|SEWAGE SLUDGE|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE|Water--General |
|
|
SB 1708 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Staples, Todd
Sponsor: Swinford, David
|
Relating to assessments levied on certain owners of cattle and used for marketing, education, research, and promotion of Texas beef. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
House adopts resolution recalling from Gov. |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 1709 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Staples, Todd
|
Relating to the regulation of a poultry operation that does not use a liquid waste handling system. |
House: Environmental Regulation
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Referred to Environmental Regulation |
Agriculture|Environment--Solid Waste|SEWAGE SLUDGE|Water--General |
|
|
SCR 41 |
79-0 (2005) |
Author: Staples, Todd
Sponsor: Swinford, David
|
Recalling S.B. No. 1708 from the governor. |
|
Sent to the Governor |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Resolutions--Recall |
|
|
SB 84 |
79-1 (2005) |
Author: Madla, Frank
|
Relating to highway signs for certain businesses related to agriculture. |
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Committee report printed and distributed |
Agriculture|Highways|SIGNS |
|
|
HB 50 |
79-2 (2005) |
Author: Phillips, Larry
|
Relating to highway signs for certain businesses related to agriculture. |
House: Transportation
|
Referred to Transportation |
Agriculture|Highways|SIGNS |
|
|
SB 22 |
79-2 (2005) |
Author: Madla, Frank
|
Relating to highway signs for certain businesses related to agriculture. |
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations |
Agriculture|Highways|SIGNS |
|
|
HB 168 |
79-3 (2006) |
Author: Rose, Patrick
|
Relating to the implementation of animal identification programs and the identification and tracking of exotic livestock and exotic fowl. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals |
|
|
HB 151 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Farabee, David | et. al.
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to offenses involving dogs or coyotes that are a danger to livestock and other animals. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/03 |
Agriculture|Animals|Safety |
|
|
HB 169 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Christian, Wayne
|
Relating to the capitalization rate used in the ad valorem tax appraisal of qualified timber land. |
House: Local Government Ways and Means
|
Referred to Local Government Ways and Means |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND |
|
|
HB 179 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Ellis, Dan
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
|
Relating to the qualification of a county fair association for an ad valorem tax exemption. |
House: Local Government Ways and Means
Senate: Finance
|
Effective on 1/1/04 |
Agriculture|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|COUNTY FAIRS|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 240 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.
Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
|
Relating to the punishment for criminal mischief committed by intentionally introducing infectious diseases into livestock. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/03 |
Agriculture|Animals|Crimes--Against Property|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions |
|
|
HB 433 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Allen, Ray
|
Relating to criminal offenses involving acts against certain activities involving animals or involving natural resources and to civil consequences arising from convictions of those offenses. |
House: Defense Affairs and State-Federal Relations
|
Referred to Defense Affairs & State-Fed Rel |
Agriculture|Animals|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Crimes--Against Property|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|TERRORISM & INTERNAL SECURITY |
|
|
HB 470 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Hochberg, Scott | et. al.
Sponsor: Carona, John
|
Relating to the labeling, advertising, and sale of halal foods; providing a criminal penalty. |
House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/03 |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|Consumer Protection|FOOD|PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS|Religion |
|
|
HB 480 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Wilson, Ron
|
Relating to eligibility of land located in certain municipalities to be appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as land designated for agricultural use, open-space land, timber land, or restricted-use timber land. |
House: Local Government Ways and Means
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 641 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
|
Relating to state policy and regulations regarding bison; providing penalties. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Administration
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Animals |
|
|
HB 675 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Dunnam, Jim | et. al.
|
Relating to the regulation of riding stables. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|HORSES|Sunset Bills |
|
|
HB 895 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Geren, Charlie
|
Relating to the establishment of a program to provide grants to make voluntary purchases of development rights in real property. |
House: Natural Resources
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|CONSERVATION EASEMENTS|LEGACY COUNCIL, TEXAS|Property Interests--Real Property |
|
|
HB 1029 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
|
Relating to prohibiting a governmental entity from disclosing personal information relating to certain persons who hold a private pesticide applicator license. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock |
Agriculture|Open Records|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES|RIGHT OF PRIVACY |
|
|
HB 1046 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Swinford, David
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
|
Relating to an application for registration of a commercial fertilizer. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|FERTILIZER |
|
|
HB 1324 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Brown, Betty | et. al.
|
Relating to the sale and slaughter of equine animals. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Referred to Natural Resources |
Agriculture|Animals|FOOD|HORSES |
|
|
HB 1398 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Swinford, David
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
|
Relating to procedures for arbitration of seed performance disputes. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/03 |
Agriculture|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION |
|
|
HB 1452 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
|
Relating to prohibiting a governmental entity from disclosing information relating to use of certain predator control devices. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Open Records|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES|RIGHT OF PRIVACY |
|
|
HB 1803 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Swinford, David
|
Relating to surface use planning and restoration for oil and gas mineral leases. |
House: Energy Resources
|
Referred to Energy Resources |
Agriculture|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Oil & Gas|Property Interests--General|SURFACE USE ACT |
|
|
HB 1821 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Kuempel, Edmund
|
Relating to the immediate qualification of newly acquired land for ad valorem tax appraisal as qualified open-space land. |
House: Local Government Ways and Means
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 1836 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Hardcastle, Rick | et. al.
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
|
Relating to the definition of livestock; providing a criminal penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/03 |
Agriculture|Animals |
|
|
HB 1858 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Wise, Miguel | et. al.
Sponsor: Staples, Todd
|
Relating to the promotion and marketing of Texas products. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|SHRIMPING INDUSTRY |
|
|
HB 2008 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
|
Relating to certain powers and duties of the Department of Agriculture and other entities engaged in agricultural activities. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Referred to s/c on Agriculture |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 2012 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the creation of an organic standards registration and certification program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|ORGANIC AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS |
|
|
HB 2133 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Campbell, Scott
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to agriculture and the powers and duties of the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Administration
|
Effective on 9/1/03 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|GRAIN WAREHOUSE OPERATORS |
|
|
HB 2206 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
|
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land used for wildlife management. |
House: Local Government Ways and Means
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|Parks & Wildlife--General|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 2255 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Flores, Kino
Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
|
Relating to the payment of deferred taxes on certain agricultural land. |
House: Local Government Ways and Means
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection |
|
|
HB 2320 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Flores, Kino
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to administration by the Texas Department of Agriculture of quarantined articles. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 2372 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
|
Relating to livestock branding and identification. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Postponed |
Agriculture|Animals|Transportation--Miscellaneous |
|
|
HB 2382 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Sponsor: Averitt, Kip
|
Relating to the frequency of inspection and testing of weights and measures. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/03 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 2510 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
|
Relating to criminal offenses involving acts against certain activities involving animals or crops. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Animals|Crimes--Miscellaneous |
|
|
HB 2517 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Turner, Sylvester
|
Relating to the ad valorem taxation of farm products and open-space land. |
House: Local Government Ways and Means
|
Referred to Local Government Ways and Means |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 2558 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Swinford, David
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
|
Relating to certain reporting requirements and orders relating to commercial fertilizer. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/03 |
Agriculture|FERTILIZER |
|
|
HB 2844 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Casteel, Carter
Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
|
Relating to the exemption from the requirement that a person register as a property tax consultant to perform certain property tax consulting services. |
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS|REAL ESTATE BROKERS|Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous |
|
|
HB 2899 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Phillips, Larry
|
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Transportation to contract for the erection and maintenance of specific information logo signs, major shopping area guide signs, and major agricultural interest signs. |
House: Transportation
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
|
Referred to Infrastructure Dev & Security |
Agriculture|SIGNS|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Transportation--Miscellaneous |
|
|
HB 2913 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Homer, Mark
|
Relating to the Southern Dairy Compact; providing an administrative penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock |
Agriculture|MILK|SOUTHERN DAIRY COMPACT |
|
|
HB 2938 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: McReynolds, Jim
|
Relating to the appraisal of timber land used in the production of farm, ranch, or timber products. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND |
|
|
HB 3032 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Laney, James
|
Relating to purchasing preferences to Texas and United States products under certain state and local purchasing procedures. |
House: State Affairs
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Purchasing--Local|Purchasing--State |
|
|
HB 3050 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Hunter, Bob
|
Relating to excepting land of certain charitable organizations from the additional tax imposed on the change of use of land appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as open-space land. |
House: Local Government Ways and Means
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Religion|Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
HB 3058 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Allen, Ray
|
Relating to requiring state agencies to lease excess land for hunting, fishing, or agricultural purposes. |
House: Government Reform
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 3136 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Wilson, Ron
|
Relating to the calculation of net to land in the ad valorem tax appraisal of open-space land used for wildlife management. |
House: Local Government Ways and Means
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Parks & Wildlife--General|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts |
|
|
HB 3227 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Rose, Patrick
|
Relating to the enforcement of the requirements for special appraisal of certain property for ad valorem tax purposes. |
House: Local Government Ways and Means
|
Referred to Local Government Ways and Means |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Appeal of Tax Decisions|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts |
|
|
HB 3383 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Swinford, David
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to agricultural development districts. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/03 |
Agriculture|Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous |
|
|
HB 3387 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Burnam, Lon
|
Relating to prohibiting the use of food crops for the genetic engineering of drugs, industrial chemicals and other non-food materials. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Animals|FOOD|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS |
|
|
HB 3468 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Geren, Charlie
Sponsor: Harris, Chris
|
Relating to the irrigation of agricultural land on prison property. |
House: Corrections
Senate: Criminal Justice
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|Corrections--Jails & Prisons|DROUGHT|IRRIGATION & IRRIGATORS |
|
|
HB 3607 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
|
Relating to the calculation of net to land in the ad valorem tax appraisal of open-space land used for wildlife management. |
House: Local Government Ways and Means
Senate: Finance
|
Effective on 1/1/04 |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Parks & Wildlife--General|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts |
|
|
HJR 72 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Kuempel, Edmund
|
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to provide for the immediate qualification of newly acquired open-space land for ad valorem tax appraisal on the basis of its productive capacity. |
House: Local Government Ways and Means
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Exemptions |
|
|
SB 213 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Carona, John
|
Relating to the labeling, advertising, and sale of food in accordance with religious customs; providing a criminal penalty. |
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--General|Consumer Protection|FOOD|Religion |
|
|
SB 271 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Jackson, Mike
Sponsor: Dunnam, Jim
|
Relating to the regulation of riding stables. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Government Organization
|
Effective on 9/1/03 |
Agriculture|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|Animals|HORSES|Sunset Bills |
|
|
SB 498 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
|
Relating to state agricultural policy regarding bison. |
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Committee report printed and distributed |
Agriculture|Animals |
|
|
SB 644 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Sponsor: Hilderbran, Harvey
|
Relating to prohibiting a governmental entity from disclosing personal information of certain persons who hold a private pesticide applicator license and of their clients. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|Open Records|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES|RIGHT OF PRIVACY |
|
|
SB 759 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Brimer, Kim
Sponsor: Geren, Charlie
|
Relating to certain pesticide application by persons engaged in pest control work for a political subdivision. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES|Political Subdivisions |
|
|
SB 854 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Madla, Frank
Sponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
|
Relating to the sale, distribution, or importation of noxious plants; providing a criminal penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/03 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Environment--General |
|
|
SB 992 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
|
Relating to the establishment of a program to provide grants to make voluntary purchases of development rights in real property. |
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Referred to Natural Resources |
Agriculture|CONSERVATION EASEMENTS|LEGACY COUNCIL, TEXAS|Property Interests--Real Property |
|
|
SB 1052 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Duncan, Robert
|
Relating to the definition of livestock; providing a criminal penalty. |
Senate: Natural Resources
|
No action taken in subcommittee |
Agriculture|Animals |
|
|
SB 1053 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Duncan, Robert
Sponsor: Geren, Charlie
|
Relating to certain water pollution and conservation programs administered by the Texas Water Development Board. |
House: Natural Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/03 |
Agriculture|BONDS|Environment--Water|Financial--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|WATER--CONSERVATION |
|
|
SB 1123 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Staples, Todd
|
Relating to the promotion and marketing of Texas products. |
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Committee report printed and distributed |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 1141 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to agriculture and the powers and duties of the Department of Agriculture. |
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Committee report printed and distributed |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|GRAIN WAREHOUSE OPERATORS |
|
|
SB 1268 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Estes, Craig
|
Relating to the creation of an organic standards registration and certification program. |
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|ORGANIC AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS |
|
|
SB 1329 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Averitt, Kip
|
Relating to the frequency of weights and measures testing. |
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture |
|
|
SB 1377 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Sponsor: Puente, Robert
|
Relating to landowners of groundwater whose land is enrolled or participating in a government conservation program. |
House: Natural Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Placed on General State Calendar |
Agriculture|Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility|Water--Rights |
|
|
SB 1389 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Duncan, Robert
Sponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
|
Relating to livestock branding and identification. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/03 |
Agriculture|Animals|Transportation--Miscellaneous |
|
|
SB 1405 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
|
Relating to administration by the Texas Department of Agriculture of quarantined articles. |
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Not again placed on intent calendar |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
SB 1413 |
78-0 (2003) |
Author: Deuell, Bob
Sponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
|
Relating to certain powers, duties, and programs of the Department of Agriculture and to other entities engaged in agricultural activities. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
See remarks for effective date |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF |
|
|
HB 153 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Brown, Fred
|
Relating to developing an international trade and development program for Texas-grown agricultural products. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Referred to Agriculture and Livestock |
Agriculture|Business & Commerce--Foreign Trade Zones|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|INTERNATL AGRICULTURE TRADE & DEVELOPMENT PARTNER PROGRAM|RURAL |
|
|
HB 277 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Berman, Leo
|
Relating to the repeal of the additional ad valorem taxes imposed as a result of certain changes in the use of open-space land appraised as agricultural land. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|OPEN-SPACE LAND|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous |
|
|
HB 453 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
Sponsor: Haywood, Tom
|
Relating to the creation of the Agriculture Policy Board. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/01 |
Agriculture|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|RURAL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS AGRICULTURE POLICY BOARD |
|
|
HB 499 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
|
Relating to agricultural policy for the state. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|RURAL|STATE AGRICULTURAL POLICY |
|
|
HB 577 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Keel, Terry
|
Relating to the promotion of Texas agricultural products and the sale of wine. |
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|WINE & WINERIES |
|
|
HB 634 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.
|
Relating to agricultural projects in certain urban schools. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|Education--School Districts |
|
|
HB 681 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Hawley, Judy | et. al.
|
Relating to an economic development program administered by the Texas Department of Agriculture. |
House: Land & Resource Management
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|RURAL |
|
|
HB 727 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Turner, Bob | et. al.
|
Relating to the treatment of bison in the state. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars |
Agriculture|Animals|Health--General |
|
|
HB 819 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Counts, David | et. al.
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
|
Relating to transfer of the Office of Rural Affairs to the Department of Agriculture. |
House: Land & Resource Management
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/01 |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|OFFICE OF RURAL AFFAIRS|RURAL|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 892 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
|
Relating to sale and promotion of certain agricultural products produced by wineries. |
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/01 |
Agriculture|Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|WINE & WINERIES |
|
|
HB 1013 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: McReynolds, Jim
|
Relating to the exemption of farm products from ad valorem taxation. |
House: Ways & Means
|
Referred to Ways & Means |
Agriculture|Taxation--Property-Exemptions|TIMBER & TIMBERLAND |
|
|
HB 1039 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Homer, Mark | et. al.
|
Relating to the ratification of the Southern Dairy Compact; providing civil penalties. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|MILK |
|
|
HB 1086 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Solis, Jim | et. al.
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
|
Relating to a grant program to provide surplus agricultural products to organizations that serve needy or low-income individuals. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/01 |
Agriculture|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Human Services--Food Programs |
|
|
HB 1128 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Rangel, Irma
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to the registration period for a truck-tractor or commercial motor vehicle transporting seasonal agricultural products. |
House: Transportation
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/01 |
Agriculture|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration |
|
|
HB 1196 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Brimer, Kim
Sponsor: Cain, David
|
Relating to incentives under the Texas Racing Act for the Thoroughbred or Arabian horse breeding industry in this state. |
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: State Affairs
|
Effective on 1/1/02 |
Agriculture|Amusements, Games, Sports|Animals|HORSE RACING|HORSES |
|
|
HB 1241 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Counts, David
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
|
Relating to the purchase of diesel fuel by certain persons using a signed statement. |
House: Ways & Means
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/01 |
Agriculture|Oil & Gas|Taxation--Motor Fuels |
|
|
HB 1262 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
|
Relating to priority of agricultural liens on future crops. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Failed to pass to engrossment |
AGRICULTURAL LIENS|Agriculture |
|
|
HB 1391 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Keffer, Jim
|
Relating to notice provided at certain sales of equine animals; providing a criminal penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Animals|HORSES|SIGNS |
|
|
HB 1441 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Hawley, Judy | et. al.
|
Relating to certain anticipation notes for rural economic development. |
House: Land & Resource Management
|
Companion considered in lieu of in committee |
Agriculture|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|RURAL |
|
|
HB 1596 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Counts, David
|
Relating to programs to promote agriculture and economic development in rural areas of this state. |
House: Land & Resource Management
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|LOANS|RURAL |
|
|
HB 1663 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Alexander, Clyde
Sponsor: Staples, Todd
|
Relating to the power of the East Cedar Creek Fresh Water Supply District to produce and market agricultural products. |
House: Natural Resources
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|EAST CEDAR CREEK FRESH WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT|Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility |
|
|
HB 1686 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Sponsor: Ogden, Steve
|
Relating to reporting of animal diseases by veterinarians. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Animals|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|VETERINARIANS |
|
|
HB 1711 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Hawley, Judy | et. al.
|
Relating to the boll weevil eradication program. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF|COTTON |
|
|
HB 1757 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Gutierrez, Roberto
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
|
Relating to payment of unemployment compensation tax contributions by certain employers engaged in agriculture. |
House: Economic Development
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Effective on 9/1/01 |
Agriculture|Labor--Unemployment|Taxation--General |
|
|
HB 1797 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: McReynolds, Jim | et. al.
|
Relating to the "Go Texan" partner program and other programs and measures to promote Texas agriculture and agricultural products. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|GO TEXAN PARTNER PROGRAM|LICENSE PLATES|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration |
|
|
HB 1829 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Walker, Gary
|
Relating to the creation of an agricultural lien. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Left pending in committee |
Agriculture|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens |
|
|
HB 1880 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
|
Relating to the creation, operation, and administration of agricultural development districts and granting the power of eminent domain and the authority to issue bonds. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT ACT|Agriculture|Economic & Industrial Development--General|Economic & Industrial Development--Rural|RURAL|Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous |
|
|
HB 1917 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Turner, Bob
|
Relating to the liability of certain persons for injury to others that occurs on land used for recreation. |
House: Civil Practices
|
Committee report sent to Calendars |
Agriculture|Amusements, Games, Sports|BICYCLES|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|HORSES |
|
|
HB 1948 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Keel, Terry
Sponsor: Ogden, Steve
|
Relating to a local option election to allow or prohibit the sale of wine by the holder of a winery permit. |
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: State Affairs
|
Effective on 9/1/01 |
Agriculture|Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|Elections--General|WINE & WINERIES |
|
|
HB 1949 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Keel, Terry
|
Relating to the sale and dispensing of wine by winery permit holders. |
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Business & Commerce
|
Referred to Business & Commerce |
Agriculture|Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|WINE & WINERIES |
|
|
HB 1954 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Zbranek, Zeb
|
Relating to the regulation and promotion of the oyster industry in this state. |
House: Public Health
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|Health--General|OYSTERS|Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing |
|
|
HB 2000 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Cook, Robert | et. al.
|
Relating to the duties of the Department of Agriculture and certain agricultural boards. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Laid on the table subject to call |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|Intergovernmental Relations|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions |
|
|
HB 2091 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.
Sponsor: Haywood, Tom
|
Relating to tuberculosis control in certain animals. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/01 |
Agriculture|Animals|TUBERCULOSIS|VETERINARIANS |
|
|
HB 2217 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Hawley, Judy
Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
|
Relating to the issuance of a certificate of title for certain farm semitrailers. |
House: Transportation
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/01 |
Agriculture|TRAILERS|Transportation--Rural|Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration |
|
|
HB 2354 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Swinford, David
Sponsor: Haywood, Tom
|
Relating to collecting and remitting commodity producers board assessments. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMMODITY PRODUCERS BOARD |
|
|
HB 2365 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Williams, Thomas | et. al.
Sponsor: West, Royce
|
Relating to funding to enable Prairie View A&M University to qualify for agricultural research, extension, and education matching funds, including federal agricultural research and extension formula funds. |
House: Higher Education
Senate: Finance
|
Tagged |
Agriculture|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY|RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT |
|
|
HB 2390 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Turner, Bob
|
Relating to the sale and distribution of salt cedar; providing a criminal penalty. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
|
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars |
Agriculture |
|
|
HB 2400 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Sponsor: Moncrief, Mike
|
Relating to liability of sponsors of and participants in certain activities involving animals. |
House: Civil Practices
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/01 |
Agriculture|Animals|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|PUBLIC NOTICE |
|
|
HB 2463 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Glaze, Bob | et. al.
Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
|
Relating to the issuance of permits in areas infected with or at high risk of infection for bovine tuberculosis. |
House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
|
Effective immediately |
Agriculture|Animals|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|MILK|PERMITS|TUBERCULOSIS |
|
|
HB 2520 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Craddick, Tom
|
Relating to the operation of certain vehicles transporting agricultural items on highways in this state. |
House: Transportation
|
No action taken in committee |
Agriculture|Highways|Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment |
|
|
HB 2586 |
77-0 (2001) |
Author: Swinford, David
Sponsor: Bivins, Teel
|
Relating to the regulation of public grain warehouse operators and other public warehouse operators; providing penalties. |
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Natural Resources
|
Effective on 9/1/01 |
Agriculture|GRAIN WAREHOUSE OPERATORS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions |
|
|
