HB 100 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al.
Relating to a notarized affidavit requesting a municipal animal control authority to manage dangerous dogs and aggressive dogs in the municipality's extraterritorial jurisdiction.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
HB 101 87-0 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to civil liability of municipalities for failure to comply with immigration detainer requests.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 177 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to the enforcement by certain entities of state and federal immigration laws with respect to persons younger than 18 years of age.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 224 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to authorization for a county or municipality to establish a local minimum wage.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 233 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Relating to the applicability of the prohibition on governmental entities adopting certain regulations governing the use of certain building products, materials, or methods.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 238 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to the regulation of firearms or ammunition by a municipality or county.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 298 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to regulation of outdoor lighting by certain municipalities; authorizing the imposition of a civil penalty.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 337 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the intake and disposition records of animal shelters and releasing agencies.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 386 87-0 (2021)
Author: Pacheco, Leo
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 468 87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Jessica
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to designate an area as a homestead preservation district and reinvestment zone and the use of tax increment revenue in that area.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 499 87-0 (2021)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Pay Equity Task Force.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 540 87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to require a labor peace agreement as a condition of engaging in a commercial transaction with the municipality or county.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 561 87-0 (2021)
Author: Israel, Celia | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of the authority of political subdivisions to adopt or enforce juvenile curfews.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 587 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cole, Sheryl | et. al.
Relating to a study on the suitability of unused and underused public facilities for joint use by state and local governmental entities and artists.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 610 87-0 (2021)
Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.
Relating to judicial review of certain local laws applicable to state license holders.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 631 87-0 (2021)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to local government and other political subdivision regulation of certain solid waste facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 634 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales, Eddie
Relating to the type of newspaper required for the publication of notices by governmental entities or representatives in certain counties.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 655 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to a study on a statewide disaster alert system and implementation of that system.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 662 87-0 (2021)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the administration of the homeless housing and services program by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.
House: Urban Affairs
Received from the House
HB 664 87-0 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to a proposition to approve the issuance of bonds or other debt.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 692 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shine, Hugh | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to retainage requirements for certain public works construction projects.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 738 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paul, DennisSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to residential and commercial building requirements of municipalities, counties, and emergency services districts.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
HB 741 87-0 (2021)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to voter approval of a county or municipal budget that reduces by a certain percentage the amount allocated to provide a fire protection, law enforcement, or emergency medical service.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 753 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al.
Relating to municipal solid waste management services contracts; limiting the amount of a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 754 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to certain municipal requirements imposed on a landlord of a dwelling or a multiunit complex.
House: Urban Affairs
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 782 87-0 (2021)
Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.
Relating to requirements for certain petitions requesting an election and ballot propositions.
House: Elections
Postponed
HB 863 87-0 (2021)
Author: Romero, Ramon
Relating to the prevailing wage for work associated with public work contracts; authorizing a penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 871 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W. | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the municipal fees charged to certain air conditioning and refrigeration contractors.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 873 87-0 (2021)
Author: Collier, Nicole | et. al.
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 886 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the repeal of the prohibition against certain municipal or county regulation of the rental or leasing of housing accommodations.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 914 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hernandez, AnaSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the authority of certain municipal employees to request the removal and storage of certain abandoned or illegally parked vehicles.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 919 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leman, Ben | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement of certain federal laws regulating firearms, firearm accessories, and firearm ammunition within the State of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 934 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the operation of motor-assisted scooters.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 938 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to an election in certain municipalities to convert all or a portion of a sales and use tax originally adopted for the purpose of sports and community venues to a sales and use tax for economic development purposes.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 950 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the conversion of all or a portion of a municipal sales and use tax originally adopted for the purpose of sports and community venues to a municipal sales and use tax for economic development purposes.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1030 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the publication of required notice by a political subdivision by alternative media.
House: County Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 1155 87-0 (2021)
Author: Vo, Hubert
Relating to the authority of certain municipal utility districts to select the municipality that will have authority over the district.
House: Land & Resource Management
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1226 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz | et. al.
Relating to the establishment by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs of a pilot program to solicit donations made by text message for the benefit of local programs that provide services to homeless individuals and families in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1236 87-0 (2021)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to state, local, and court involvement in determining whether victims and witnesses to an offense and certain detained, arrested, or incarcerated persons are lawfully present in the United States.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1266 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to the administration of seed and plant certification in this state by the State Seed and Plant Certification Council and the Texas Crop Improvement Association.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 1277 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz | et. al.
Relating to the operation of a transitional housing pilot program by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1292 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Pay Equity Task Force.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1347 87-0 (2021)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to impose certain fees on new construction.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 1410 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the issuance of bonds by certain conservation and reclamation districts.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
HB 1474 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cyrier, John | et. al.
Relating to requirements for the designation of a property as a historic landmark and the inclusion of a property in a historic district by a municipality.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Considered in Calendars
HB 1519 87-0 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to the delivery of alcoholic beverages from an alcoholic beverage retailer to an ultimate consumer.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
HB 1526 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kuempel, JohnSponsor: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to cemeteries in certain municipalities.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 1540 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to regulation of certain facilities and establishments with respect to, civil remedies for certain criminal activities affecting, and certain criminal offenses involving health, safety, and welfare; creating a criminal offense; increasing criminal penalties.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1543 87-0 (2021)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to certain procedural requirements for public improvement districts and transfers of property located in public improvement districts.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1544 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the eligibility of land to continue to be appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if the land is temporarily used for sand mining operations; authorizing a fee.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Finance
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 1547 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gates, Gary
Relating to the inclusion of territory of a municipality in a county assistance district.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1554 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rogers, Glenn | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to use of project funds of municipal development districts.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
HB 1627 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the issuance of air quality permits for concrete plants located in certain areas.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 1656 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to certain orders, proclamations, and regulations issued in response to a disaster by the governor or the presiding officer of the governing body of a political subdivision.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1703 87-0 (2021)
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
Relating to disclosure of certain relationships with local government officers and vendors.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1770 87-0 (2021)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to regulate locations at which a license holder may openly carry a handgun.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 1786 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the issuance of air quality permits for concrete plants located in certain areas.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 1803 87-0 (2021)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to requiring county approval of a proposed purchase or conversion by a municipality of a property to house homeless individuals.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1871 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gates, Gary
Relating to the release and inclusion of extraterritorial jurisdiction by a municipality involving certain areas.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 1877 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gates, Gary
Relating to county and municipal regulation of repairs to vacant residential buildings.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 1885 87-0 (2021)
Author: Harris, Cody | et. al.
Relating to restrictions on municipal regulation in certain areas.
House: Land & Resource Management
Received from the House
HB 1925 87-0 (2021)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Relating to prohibitions on camping in a public place and to a political subdivision's designation of property for camping by homeless individuals; creating a criminal offense.
House: State Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1929 87-0 (2021)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the breach of development agreement contracts governing land in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of certain municipalities.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1960 87-0 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to regulation of short-term rental units by municipalities; authorizing a civil penalty.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 1961 87-0 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to regulation of short-term rental units; authorizing a civil penalty; limiting the amount of a fee.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 1968 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to fees of office payable to directors of certain municipal management districts.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2025 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hunter, ToddSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to certain statutes and governmental actions that relate to the federal census.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
HB 2054 87-0 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to municipal and county regulation of sex parlors, including the imposition of civil and criminal penalties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2076 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the filing of property owners' association fine policies with a municipality.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2127 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to consumption of alcoholic beverages in public entertainment facilities and zones.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2143 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the regulation of modern sporting rifles by certain municipalities.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 2205 87-0 (2021)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to applicability of the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code to certain pools, spas, and other swimming areas.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2210 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a local government to enter into an intergovernmental support agreement with a branch of the armed forces of the United States.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2262 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the extended registration of certain fleet vehicles.
House: Transportation
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2394 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to a Department of Public Safety program to provide grants to public improvement districts for services for homeless individuals.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 2404 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meyer, Morgan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation and maintenance of a database of information regarding certain local economic development agreements; providing a civil penalty.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2477 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to substandard residential building fines issued by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 2495 87-0 (2021)
Author: Neave, Victoria
Relating to an exception from requirements to assist or cooperate with federal immigration officers for matters regarding activities that occur at a domestic violence shelter.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2500 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bailes, Ernest
Relating to Internet posting of notice by governmental entities and representatives as an alternative to newspaper publication of notice.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2515 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to short-term rental units that violate municipal ordinances.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 2548 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.
Relating to the inspection of municipal buildings during a declared disaster.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2578 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to the comptroller's establishment and operation of a public information Internet website.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2590 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to the time for the issuance of municipal building permits.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 2592 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to authorizing certain municipalities and counties to enter into interlocal contracts for the provision of law enforcement services.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 2662 87-0 (2021)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the elimination of certain regulations waived during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2696 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W. | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to eligibility for a loan under the disaster recovery loan program.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Finance
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 2700 87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to Texas Department of Transportation agreements and property interests related to maintenance of certain transportation infrastructure and right-of-way.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 2775 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to electricity service provided by certain municipally owned utilities.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2776 87-0 (2021)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to municipal release of extraterritorial jurisdiction and disannexation involving certain areas.
House: Land & Resource Management
Postponed
HB 2811 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the release of a tier two form listing hazardous chemicals that is in the possession of a political subdivision of this state.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 2843 87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to the donation to the United States of certain facilities relating to a toll bridge by certain municipalities.
House: Transportation
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2914 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.
Relating to the fee for emergency medical services in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
HB 2921 87-0 (2021)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to applicability of the Private Real Property Rights Preservation Act to certain statutes relating to access to public beaches.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 2928 87-0 (2021)
Author: Jetton, Jacey
Relating to publication and posting of notice by governmental entities and representatives.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3136 87-0 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to allowing the governing bodies of certain political subdivisions to call for a local option election relating to the sale of alcoholic beverages.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 3161 87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of community paramedicine programs to coordinate health care services and improve health care provision.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 3199 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to cemeteries in certain municipalities and counties.
House: Land & Resource Management
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3229 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the conveyance of property by a municipality for the public purpose of economic development.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 3248 87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Jessica | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of the cultivation, manufacture, processing, distribution, sale, testing, transportation, delivery, transfer, possession, use, and taxation of cannabis and cannabis products and local regulation of cannabis establishments; authorizing the imposition of fees; requiring an occupational license; creating a criminal offense; imposing a tax.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 3266 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
Relating to personal contact information submitted by certain local officials to the Texas Division of Emergency Management and local health departments.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 3286 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schofield, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the overnight parking of a commercial motor vehicle near certain apartment complexes.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3308 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the formation of special districts for the purpose of storm mitigation and resiliency, energy, water, and indoor air utilizing private funding sources; providing thereto the ability of specific entities to use conduit financing; and establishing specific consumer protection provisions for residential property owners related to the program.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3336 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bowers, Rhetta
Relating to the confiscation of packaged, unopened fireworks by a municipality that regulates fireworks.
House: Urban Affairs
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 3410 87-0 (2021)
Author: Goldman, Craig
Relating to publication and posting of notice by governmental entities and representatives.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3463 87-0 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to determining the residence of incarcerated persons.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
HB 3546 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to the authority of a municipality to add property to a common characteristic public improvement district.
House: Urban Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3553 87-0 (2021)
Author: Neave, Victoria | et. al.
Relating to a grant program for mobile crisis outreach teams.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 3589 87-0 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to civil liability of a local entity or institution of higher education official directing certain immigration law violations.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3634 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the adoption of county and municipal building codes for the insulation and protection of piping in new residential construction.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 3690 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shine, HughSponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the staggering of terms of aldermen on the governing body of a Type A general-law municipality.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Local Government
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 3732 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the release and inclusion of extraterritorial jurisdiction by a municipality involving certain areas.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 3790 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate statewide commerce.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3807 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the use of lifeguards and informational signs to improve safety on public beaches.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3813 87-0 (2021)
Author: Harris, Cody | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to impose regulations on amplified sound from certain venues.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Postponed
HB 3892 87-0 (2021)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to matters concerning governmental entities, including cybersecurity, governmental efficiencies, information resources, and emergency planning.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3897 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to fees levied by municipalities and counties for certain alcoholic beverage licenses.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3909 87-0 (2021)
Author: Harris, Cody | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to regulate certain activities.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 3967 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to county authority to prohibit or restrict the sale of fireworks.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4062 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to the authority of a municipality to collect a records management and preservation fee.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4065 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to the creation of an urban land bank by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4150 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckley, Brad
Relating to the applicability of the law governing the provision of state aid to certain local governments disproportionately affected by the granting of ad valorem tax relief to disabled veterans.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 4200 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hefner, Cole
Relating to regulatory authority of a municipality, including authority to prohibit abortions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4229 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to the use of competitive sealed proposals for certain construction projects.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4240 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to local regulation to enforce child custody orders; authorizing a civil penalty.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Placed on intent calendar
HB 4293 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a court reminder program for criminal defendants.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 4327 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to prohibiting interference with the practice of veterinary medicine.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 4328 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to access to mobile showers by homeless individuals in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 4350 87-0 (2021)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the incorporation of Type B general-law municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 4356 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ashby, TrentSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the qualifications of directors of certain municipal development districts.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
HB 4423 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cyrier, John
Relating to the projects that may be undertaken by a public improvement district.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 4448 87-0 (2021)
Author: Israel, Celia
Relating to the projects that may be undertaken by a public improvement district.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4496 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to municipal and county building codes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 4503 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to municipal or county authority to prohibit the use of natural gas utility service in a building.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4515 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny
Relating to design considerations of transportation projects by the Texas Department of Transportation.
House: Transportation
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 4538 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cyrier, John | et. al.
Relating to the removal, relocation, alteration, or construction of certain monuments or memorials located on municipal or county property; providing civil penalties.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Left pending in committee
HB 4550 87-0 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to provide a universal basic income.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 61 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation and duties of the unfunded mandates interagency work group.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 92 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to state, local, and court involvement in determining whether victims and witnesses to an offense and certain detained, arrested, or incarcerated persons are lawfully present in the United States.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 131 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to authorizing cities to change the date on which their general election for officers is held.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 291 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Bucy III, John
Relating to the posting of certain project information at a commercial building construction site.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 368 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the issuance of air quality permits for concrete plants located in certain areas.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 389 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to authorization for a county or municipality to establish a local minimum wage.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 474 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Collier, Nicole | et. al.
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 499 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the enforcement of certain federal laws regulating firearms, firearm accessories, and firearm ammunition within the State of Texas.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 524 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the applicability of the law governing the provision of state aid to certain local governments disproportionately affected by the granting of ad valorem tax relief to disabled veterans.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 551 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to wages and employment benefits.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 565 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to use of project funds of municipal development districts.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 566 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to electricity service provided by certain municipally owned utilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Postponed
SB 646 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to county approval of certain proposed purchases or conversions of properties to house homeless individuals.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Local Government
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
SB 677 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the administration of seed and plant certification in this state by the State Seed and Plant Certification Council and the Texas Crop Improvement Association.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
SB 683 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to defense economic readjustment zones.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 780 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the authority of a local government to enter into an intergovernmental support agreement with a branch of the armed forces of the United States.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 796 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to hearing and public notice requirements regarding the conversion by a municipality of certain properties to house homeless individuals.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Local Government
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
SB 804 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, JoséSponsor: Cortez, Philip
Relating to the authority of a municipality to add property to a common characteristic public improvement district.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
SB 848 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the conveyance of property by a municipality for the public purpose of economic development.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 865 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to a power outage alert system and a study on a statewide disaster alert system.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Business & Commerce
No action taken in committee
SB 987 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Relating to prohibitions on camping in a public place; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Local Government
Co-author authorized
SB 1023 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the authority of a governmental entity to impose a regulation governing the use of building products, materials, or methods that relates to water conservation.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1036 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to regulation of certain facilities and establishments with respect to, civil remedies for certain criminal activities affecting, and certain criminal offenses involving health, safety, and welfare; creating a criminal offense; increasing criminal penalties.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 1064 87-0 (2021)
Author: Alvarado, CarolSponsor: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the extended registration of certain county fleet vehicles.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1090 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Murr, Andrew
Relating to certain regulations adopted by governmental entities regarding land use restrictions and building products, materials, or methods used in the construction or renovation of residential or commercial buildings.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1097 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to retainage requirements for certain public works construction projects.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1168 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the authority of a municipality to impose a fine or fee in certain areas in the municipality's extraterritorial jurisdiction.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
SB 1206 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the applicability of executive orders issued by the President of the United States.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1284 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to consumption of alcoholic beverages in public entertainment facilities and zones.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
SB 1334 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Canales, Terry
Relating to the lease, rental, and donation to the United States of certain facilities relating to a toll bridge by certain counties and municipalities.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 1350 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the issuance of air quality permits for concrete plants located in certain areas.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1375 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the authority of certain municipal employees to request the removal and storage of certain abandoned or illegally parked or operated vehicles.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1416 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the removal, relocation, alteration, or construction of certain monuments, memorials, or designations located on public property; authorizing a civil penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1419 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to a proposition to approve the issuance of bonds or other debt.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 1425 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to periodic zero-based budgeting for certain political subdivisions.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 1430 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to requirements for certain petitions requesting an election and ballot propositions and to related procedures and provisions.
Senate: State Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1437 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the requirement that certain municipalities and counties conduct an efficiency audit before holding an election to approve the adoption of certain ad valorem tax rates.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
SB 1461 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate statewide commerce.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1469 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the use by certain municipalities of municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue for the enhancement and maintenance of public parks.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1482 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the issuance of a permit for a municipal solid waste landfill facility located in a special flood hazard area.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1486 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of the authority of political subdivisions to adopt or enforce juvenile curfews.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
SB 1569 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the functions of certain urban land bank programs.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 1585 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Cyrier, John
Relating to requirements for the designation of a property as a historic landmark and the inclusion of a property in a historic district by a municipality.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1592 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to powers and duties of governmental entities during a public health disaster; providing civil penalties.
Filed
SB 1616 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to powers and duties of governmental entities during a public health disaster; providing civil penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1620 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to voter approval of the issuance of certain obligations by municipalities to pay their unfunded liabilities to a public pension fund.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 1659 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to clarifying the law regarding municipal voting rights and eligibility for municipal office of residents of areas subject to limited-purpose annexation under strategic partnership agreements.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 1661 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the date on which a city may hold a general election.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 1679 87-0 (2021)
Author: Alvarado, CarolSponsor: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to the creation of an urban land bank by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1812 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the use of competitive sealed proposals for certain construction projects.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1871 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to penalties for violating certain county and municipal regulations regarding the operation of a boarding home facility; imposing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 1873 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to fees of office payable to directors of certain municipal management districts.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 1881 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the applicability of the prohibition on governmental entities adopting certain regulations governing the use of certain building products, materials, or methods.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1882 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the applicability of the prohibition on governmental entities adopting certain regulations governing the use of certain building products, materials, or methods.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1922 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to restrictions on municipal regulation in certain areas.
Senate: State Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1928 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to requiring state contractors and political subdivisions of this state to participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify, and authorizing the suspension of certain licenses held by private employers for the knowing employment of unauthorized aliens; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1947 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the time for the issuance of municipal building permits and to the approval of certain land development applications by a municipality.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Referred to Land & Resource Management
SB 2006 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to publication and posting of notice by certain governmental entities and representatives.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 2024 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to certain procedural requirements for public improvement districts and transfers of property located in public improvement districts.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
SB 2110 87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the release of a tier two form listing hazardous chemicals that is in the possession of a political subdivision of this state.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2188 87-0 (2021)
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.Sponsor: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to the municipal or county regulation of residential detention facilities for immigrant or refugee children.
House: State Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 2199 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to electricity service provided by certain municipally owned utilities.
Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
SB 2200 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to certain regulations adopted by governmental entities regarding building products, materials, or methods used in the construction or renovation of residential or commercial buildings.
Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
HB 163 87-1 (2021)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
Filed
HB 174 87-1 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to a notarized affidavit requesting a municipal animal control authority to manage dangerous dogs and aggressive dogs in the municipality's extraterritorial jurisdiction.
Filed
HB 204 87-1 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to determining the residence of incarcerated persons.
Filed
HB 266 87-1 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Pay Equity Task Force.
Filed
HB 268 87-1 (2021)
Author: Jetton, Jacey
Relating to fiscal notes for city ballot propositions.
Filed
HB 17 87-2 (2021)
Author: Jetton, Jacey | et. al.
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
Filed
HB 23 87-2 (2021)
Author: Jetton, Jacey
Relating to fiscal notes for city ballot propositions.
Filed
HB 144 87-2 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to changing the date of an election during a declared disaster.
Filed
HB 187 87-2 (2021)
Author: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to provide a guaranteed universal basic income.
Filed
HB 211 87-2 (2021)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to requirements for certain petitions requesting an election and ballot propositions and to related procedures and provisions.
Filed
HB 235 87-2 (2021)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.
Relating to the date on which a home rule municipality may order an election for proposed charter amendments.
Filed
SB 78 87-2 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
Filed
SB 98 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to COVID-19 vaccine mandates and the application of COVID-19 vaccine exemptions to certain employees.
Filed
SB 99 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibiting COVID-19 vaccine mandates by a governmental entity.
Filed
HB 34 87-3 (2021)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 50 87-3 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to municipal civilian complaint review boards in certain municipalities.
Filed
HB 70 87-3 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 104 87-3 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 121 87-3 (2021)
Author: Craddick, Tom
Relating to prohibiting the imposition of municipal ad valorem taxes on property that does not receive full municipal services.
Filed
SB 5 87-3 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Patterson, Jared
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: State Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 13 87-3 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to COVID-19 vaccine mandates and the application of COVID-19 vaccine exemptions to certain employees.
Filed
SB 14 87-3 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibiting COVID-19 vaccine mandates by a governmental entity.
Filed
SB 33 87-3 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the governor's issuance of executive orders, proclamations, and regulations regarding the wearing of face masks or coverings during a declared state of disaster.
Filed
SB 42 87-3 (2021)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to prohibiting the imposition of municipal ad valorem taxes on property that does not receive full municipal services.
Filed
HB 28 86-0 (2019)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.
Relating to the prevailing wage for work associated with public work contracts; authorizing a penalty.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 36 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.Sponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to expedited proceedings in cases involving dangerously damaged or deteriorated or substandard buildings or improvements in certain municipalities.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 135 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to regulation of working animals by counties and municipalities.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 222 86-0 (2019)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting a municipality from requiring an employer to provide paid sick leave.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 224 86-0 (2019)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to a petition for a municipal animal control authority to manage dangerous dogs and aggressive dogs in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of the municipality.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 234 86-0 (2019)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to the local regulation of the sale of lemonade or other beverages by children.
House: State Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 242 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al.
Relating to credit services organizations and extensions of consumer credit facilitated by credit services organizations; increasing a criminal penalty.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 262 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the authority of the governing body of a local authority to operate an automated traffic control system; providing a civil penalty.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 280 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to court appointment of a receiver for a property that is in violation of certain municipal ordinances in certain municipalities.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 328 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to authorization for a county or municipality to establish a local minimum wage.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 347 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to consent annexation requirements.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 390 86-0 (2019)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to defense economic readjustment zones.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Received from the House
HB 445 86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to exceptions from the requirement for a person under the direction or control of a local entity or campus police department to assist or cooperate with federal immigration officers.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 477 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the notice required before the issuance of certain debt obligations by political subdivisions.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Property Tax
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 510 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the power of certain counties to enact park use rules.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 538 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the provision of alarm system services by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 608 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to substandard residential building fines issued by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 641 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to consideration of location of an offeror's principal place of business in awarding certain municipal contracts.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 652 86-0 (2019)
Author: Neave, Victoria | et. al.
Relating to an exception from requirements to assist or cooperate with federal immigration officers for matters regarding activities that occur at a domestic violence shelter.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 681 86-0 (2019)
Author: Stephenson, Phil
Relating to the inclusion of territory of a municipality in a county assistance district.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 715 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to foreclose a lien on property to recover certain expenses.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 747 86-0 (2019)
Author: Stucky, Lynn
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to propose a fire control, prevention, and emergency medical services district.
House: Urban Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 761 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Pay Equity Task Force.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 802 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to voting rights and eligibility for office of residents of certain districts subject to a strategic partnership agreement.
House: Land & Resource Management
Postponed
HB 856 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to local government prohibitions or restrictions on the sale or use of a container or package.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 911 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the creation and functions of the Lake Houston Watershed Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
HB 921 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al.
Relating to the intake and disposition records of animal shelters and releasing agencies.
House: Public Health
Considered in Calendars
HB 940 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Considered in Calendars
HB 958 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.
Relating to the release and inclusion of extraterritorial jurisdiction by a municipality involving certain areas.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 984 86-0 (2019)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to notice requirements for certain municipal fees and the process to adopt a municipal budget that includes the use of revenue from those fees.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1038 86-0 (2019)
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to a petition by residents of certain counties for an election regarding voter approval of municipal annexation.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 1135 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to a common characteristic or use project in a public improvement district in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1136 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to territory included in a common characteristic or use project in a public improvement district established by a municipality.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1163 86-0 (2019)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to regulate locations at which a license holder may openly carry a handgun.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 1192 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the amount deducted from certain distributions of local tax revenue as the state's share.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1217 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to the inquiry of immigration status of a person under a lawful detention by certain persons under the direction or control of a local governmental entity or campus police department.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1221 86-0 (2019)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to authorizing certain projects to be undertaken by economic development corporations.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 1229 86-0 (2019)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the posting of required notice by a political subdivision on Internet websites.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 1235 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the issuance by a state agency of a permit required for the construction of a high-speed rail project by a private entity.
House: Transportation
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 1257 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the repeal of the prohibition against certain municipal or county regulation of the rental or leasing of housing accommodations.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 1258 86-0 (2019)
Author: Craddick, Tom | et. al.
Relating to credit services organizations and extensions of consumer credit facilitated by credit services organizations; increasing a criminal penalty.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
No action taken in committee
HB 1268 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to dangerous wild animals; providing penalties; creating a criminal offense; authorizing a fee.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 1332 86-0 (2019)
Author: Israel, Celia | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of the authority of political subdivisions to adopt or enforce juvenile curfews.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1363 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Relating to the civil prosecution of offenses involving certain municipal parking ordinances; authorizing a civil fine.
House: Urban Affairs
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 1443 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Hall, Bob
Relating to the certification of an area's wet or dry status for the purpose of an alcoholic beverage permit or license.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1473 86-0 (2019)
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
Relating to disclosure of certain relationships with local government officers and vendors.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1568 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to the authority of certain municipal employees to request the removal and storage of certain abandoned or illegally parked or operated vehicles.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 1577 86-0 (2019)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to a common characteristic or use project in a public improvement district in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1588 86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the deadline for certain economic development corporations to file a certain report with the comptroller.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1596 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lambert, Stan
Relating to a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation by a county, municipality, or junior college district of a portion of the appraised value of the income-producing tangible personal property owned by certain veteran-owned businesses during the businesses' initial period of operation in this state.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1611 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al.
Relating to regulation in the unincorporated area of a county of high-speed rail activity near schools.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 1722 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to the establishment by certain counties and municipalities of disease control programs to reduce the risk of certain infectious and communicable diseases; authorizing fees.
House: County Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1752 86-0 (2019)
Author: Clardy, Travis
Relating to the construction manager-at-risk method of contracting for governmental construction projects.
House: State Affairs
Postponed
HB 1789 86-0 (2019)
Author: Tinderholt, TonySponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the authority of certain local governmental entities to enter into an agreement to create a mutual aid law enforcement task force.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 1795 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement by certain entities of state and federal immigration laws with respect to persons younger than 18 years of age.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1972 86-0 (2019)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to municipal regulation of game rooms and amusement redemption machines.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Left pending in committee
HB 2003 86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to the review and approval of contingent fee contracts for certain public agencies.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Postponed
HB 2014 86-0 (2019)
Author: Goldman, Craig
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to regulate certain activities.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 2107 86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to information provided by a local health jurisdiction on food regulation.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2135 86-0 (2019)
Author: Shine, Hugh
Relating to retainage requirements for certain public works construction projects.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2162 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cole, Sheryl | et. al.
Relating to a study on the suitability of unused and underused public facilities for joint use by state and local governmental entities.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2166 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.Sponsor: Flores, Peter
Relating to the administration of seed and plant certification in this state by the State Seed and Plant Certification Council and the Texas Crop Improvement Association.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture
Left pending in committee
HB 2187 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the repeal of the prohibition against certain municipal or county regulation of the rental or leasing of housing accommodations.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 2188 86-0 (2019)
Author: Frullo, John | et. al.Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the operation of electric and nonelectric bicycles.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2198 86-0 (2019)
Author: Clardy, TravisSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the use of a perpetual trust fund for a cemetery by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2266 86-0 (2019)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the repeal of certain provisions governing state and local enforcement of immigration laws and other provisions related to immigration law.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2287 86-0 (2019)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the operations of certain municipal housing authorities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2300 86-0 (2019)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W. | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the disaster recovery loan program; making an appropriation.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 2319 86-0 (2019)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to certain coordinated county transportation authorities.
House: Transportation
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2325 86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to information and communication of governmental and other entities regarding disasters and health and human services.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2337 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to the development of a contract template and contracting guidance for debris removal and monitoring contracts of political subdivisions.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 2407 86-0 (2019)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a municipality to pledge certain tax revenue for the payment of obligations related to hotel projects.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 2439 86-0 (2019)
Author: Phelan, Dade | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to certain regulations adopted by governmental entities for the building products, materials, or methods used in the construction or renovation of residential or commercial buildings.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2445 86-0 (2019)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the addition of territory to a crime control and prevention district.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2461 86-0 (2019)
Author: Stucky, Lynn | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the territory of and fees imposed by certain emergency communication districts.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2496 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cyrier, John | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the designation of a property as a historic landmark by a municipality.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 2532 86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Jessica | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of certain municipalities to designate homestead preservation districts.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2648 86-0 (2019)
Author: Biedermann, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to maintaining certain monuments and memorials and the names of certain public institutions; providing civil penalties.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism
HB 2662 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paul, Dennis
Relating to voter approval of the issuance of certain obligations by municipalities to pay their unfunded liabilities to a public pension fund.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2665 86-0 (2019)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to receive certain tax revenue or pledge that revenue for the payment of obligations related to projects involving hotels.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2683 86-0 (2019)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the transfer or sale of a law enforcement dog to a peace officer, an honorably retired peace officer, or a survivor of a deceased peace officer.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2710 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the regulation of certain aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; authorizing an increase in the amount of a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 2723 86-0 (2019)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to local government and other political subdivision regulation of certain solid waste facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2763 86-0 (2019)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the police pension fund in certain municipalities.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 2808 86-0 (2019)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the publication of required notice by a political subdivision by alternative media and on the Internet.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2812 86-0 (2019)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the use by certain municipalities of a perpetual trust fund for a cemetery.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2828 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the exception of certain information related to the humane disposition by a municipality or county of an animal from required disclosure under the public information law.
House: County Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 2840 86-0 (2019)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the right of a member of the public to address the governing body of a political subdivision at an open meeting of the body.
House: County Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2858 86-0 (2019)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to adoption of a uniform swimming pool and spa code for use in municipalities in this state.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 2868 86-0 (2019)
Author: Phelan, DadeSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the procurement of interior design services by a governmental entity.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2880 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to a study of the effects of building requirements on the use of water conservation technology.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 2886 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to the requirement for payment bonds from certain public work contractors.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2942 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Flores, Peter
Relating to the eligibility of land to continue to be appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land if the land is temporarily used for sand mining operations; authorizing a fee.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Property Tax
Left pending in committee
HB 3002 86-0 (2019)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.
Relating to certain audit and reporting requirements of regional planning commissions.
House: County Affairs
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 3022 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to emergency warning systems operated by municipalities and counties.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 3112 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the regulation of solicitations of private security companies by political subdivisions.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 3160 86-0 (2019)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
Relating to an election in certain municipalities to convert all or a portion of a sales and use tax originally adopted for the purpose of sports and community venues to a sales and use tax for economic development purposes.
House: Ways & Means
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3169 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to continuation of land use for an area containing a permanent retail structure after municipal annexation.
House: Land & Resource Management
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3184 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the annexation of an unincorporated enclave by certain general-law municipalities.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 3185 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to authority of certain general-law municipalities to annex an area without consent.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 3188 86-0 (2019)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al.
Relating to the retirement system in certain municipalities for firefighters and police officers.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3231 86-0 (2019)
Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.Sponsor: Fallon, Pat | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of firearms, air guns, knives, ammunition, or firearm or air gun supplies or accessories by a county or municipality.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 3314 86-0 (2019)
Author: Romero, RamonSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to certain requirements to replat certain municipal subdivision plats.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 3326 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the authority of a municipality to require that an intrastate pipeline be buried to a certain depth.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 3371 86-0 (2019)
Author: Darby, DrewSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the regulation of certain battery-charged fences by municipalities and counties.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 3373 86-0 (2019)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to the police pension fund in certain municipalities.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3430 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the transfer of a retired county law enforcement dog.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 3437 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to pledge certain tax revenue for the payment of obligations related to hotel projects.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 3439 86-0 (2019)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to require a labor peace agreement as a condition of engaging in a commercial transaction with the municipality or county.
House: Urban Affairs
Postponed
HB 3454 86-0 (2019)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to municipal release of extraterritorial jurisdiction and disannexation involving certain areas.
House: Land & Resource Management
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3455 86-0 (2019)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to municipal disannexation involving certain real estate subdivisions.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 3592 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to qualifying projects for public-private partnerships.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3732 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the creation of an urban land bank by certain municipalities; granting authority to issue bonds.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3734 86-0 (2019)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to the preemption of municipal and county regulatory authority.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3759 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the type of newspaper required for publication of notice.
House: County Affairs
Received from the House
HB 3810 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paul, DennisSponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the residential building codes of municipalities.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on intent calendar
HB 3821 86-0 (2019)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to annexation by certain municipalities of a special district under a strategic partnership agreement.
House: Land & Resource Management
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3864 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the expenditure of municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue allocated by certain municipalities for certain purposes.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3899 86-0 (2019)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate statewide commerce.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3948 86-0 (2019)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the removal, relocation, alteration, or construction of certain monuments or memorials located on public property.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism
HB 3969 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to municipal regulation of structured sober living homes.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 4116 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to a voluntary financial assurance program for permit holders under the Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
HB 4157 86-0 (2019)
Author: Anchía, RafaelSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the definition of a designated law enforcement office or agency for purposes of certain laws governing the installation and use of tracking equipment and access to certain communications.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 4210 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to publication of notice requirements for certain governmental entities and representatives.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 4214 86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to matters concerning governmental entities, including cybersecurity, governmental efficiencies, information resources, and emergency planning.
House: State Affairs
Received from the House
HB 4238 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to certain municipal fees imposed on a landlord of a multiunit complex.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 4249 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to fees a municipality may charge certain air conditioning and refrigeration contractors.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4288 86-0 (2019)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.
Relating to use of a program manager for certain public works projects.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 4289 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the authority of certain local governments to create and operate health care provider participation programs.
House: County Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 4316 86-0 (2019)
Author: Meyer, Morgan | et. al.
Relating to a dog's restraint and shelter.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 4320 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to restrictions on municipal regulation in certain areas.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 4340 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the operation of certain urban land bank demonstration programs.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 4344 86-0 (2019)
Author: Stephenson, Phil
Relating to municipal solid waste management services contracts; limiting the amount of a fee.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 4350 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bohac, DwayneSponsor: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to public safety answering points operated by emergency communications districts.
House: County Affairs Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 4361 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the standing of municipalities in certain civil actions.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
No action taken in committee
HB 4410 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to authority of counties and municipalities to limit the photography of critical infrastructure.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 4432 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to a prohibition on certain contracts for construction projects by governmental entities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4468 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to county jails and community mental health programs in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 4499 86-0 (2019)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the operation of motor-assisted scooters.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 4524 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to pledge certain tax revenue for the payment of obligations related to multipurpose convention center facility projects.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 4537 86-0 (2019)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to requirements for certain petitions requesting an election and ballot propositions.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
HB 4544 86-0 (2019)
Author: Meyer, Morgan | et. al.Sponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to municipal control of coyotes.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 4545 86-0 (2019)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to a county, city, or independent school district posting election results on an Internet website.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
HB 4608 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation to contract with municipalities and counties to perform inspections of electrical work.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HCR 186 86-0 (2019)
Author: Darby, DrewSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make technical corrections to H.B. No. 3371.
Filed with the Secretary of State
HJR 69 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lambert, Stan
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation by a county, municipality, or junior college district of a portion of the market value of income-producing tangible personal property owned by a veteran-owned business during the business's initial period of operation in this state.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HJR 129 86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the governing body of a political subdivision that adopts an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a percentage of the market value of an individual's residence homestead to set the minimum dollar amount of the exemption to which an individual is entitled in a tax year.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
SB 62 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation and duties of the unfunded mandates interagency work group.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 78 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the use of automatic license plate readers by a law enforcement agency or municipal parking enforcement authority.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 84 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the right of public officers to information of certain governmental entities; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 161 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to authorization for a county or municipality to establish a local minimum wage.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 166 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the inquiry of immigration status of a person under a lawful detention by certain persons under the direction or control of a local governmental entity or campus police department.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 167 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the enforcement by certain local governmental entities and campus police departments of state and federal laws governing immigration.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 226 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to maintaining certain monuments and memorials and the names of certain public institutions; providing civil penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 235 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Stucky, Lynn
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to propose a fire control, prevention, and emergency medical services district.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 253 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Relating to expedited proceedings in cases involving dangerously damaged or deteriorated or substandard buildings or improvements in a municipality.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 254 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, JoséSponsor: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to court appointment of a receiver for a property that is in violation of certain ordinances in certain municipalities.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 283 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the applicability of the law governing the provision of state aid to certain local governments disproportionately affected by the granting of ad valorem tax relief to disabled veterans.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 289 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Morrison, Geanie W. | et. al.
Relating to disaster recovery.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 295 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Returned to committee
SB 337 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to regulate construction and renovation of structures owned by certain counties.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 404 86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to a petition by residents of certain counties for an election regarding voter approval of municipal annexation.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Co-author authorized
SB 408 86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to eliminating distinctions in the application of consent annexation requirements.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Co-author authorized
SB 422 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the authority of a municipality to impose a fine or fee in certain areas in the municipality's extraterritorial jurisdiction.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 450 86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, BeverlySponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the deadline for certain economic development corporations to file a certain report with the comptroller.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 452 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the authority of general-law municipalities to impose term limits on the members of their governing bodies.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
SB 464 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to requirements for a ballot proposition for a proposed municipal charter amendment.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 541 86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the designation of an emergency management planner by state agencies.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 549 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to the operation of motor-assisted scooters.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
No action taken in committee
SB 641 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to dangerous wild animals; providing penalties; creating a criminal offense; authorizing a fee.
House: Public Health Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Public Health
SB 642 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.Sponsor: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to a common characteristic or use project in a public improvement district in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 672 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the repeal of certain provisions governing state and local enforcement of immigration laws and other provisions related to immigration law.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 674 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to authorizing an exemption for open-enrollment charter schools from certain municipal drainage requirements.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 699 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the certification of an area's wet or dry status for the purpose of an alcoholic beverage permit or license.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 745 86-0 (2019)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to eliminating distinctions in the application of consent annexation requirements.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Co-author authorized
SB 762 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to wages and employment benefits.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 777 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to local government prohibitions or restrictions on the sale or use of a container or package.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 790 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Morrison, Geanie W.
Relating to certain audit and reporting requirements of regional planning commissions.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 808 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Clardy, Travis
Relating to the construction manager-at-risk method of contracting for governmental construction projects.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 816 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the regulation by certain municipalities of disposable plastic bag use.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 824 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the local regulation of the sale of lemonade or other beverages by children.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 849 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat | et. al.Sponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to requirements for new or increased municipal fees.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 922 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the procurement of interior design services by a governmental entity.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 957 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.Sponsor: Paul, Dennis
Relating to voter approval of the issuance of certain obligations by municipalities to pay their unfunded liabilities to a public pension fund.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 970 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the review and approval of contingent fee contracts for certain public agencies.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
SB 983 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the establishment of a work group to study local restrictions that impede disaster recovery efforts.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1026 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to a proposition to approve the issuance of bonds or other debt.
Senate: Property Tax
Left pending in committee
SB 1066 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to certain coordinated county transportation authorities.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 1097 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a municipality to pledge certain tax revenue for the payment of obligations related to hotel projects.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Co-author authorized
SB 1113 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to a waiver authorizing the application of pesticides for mosquito control by certain municipal or county employees in an emergency.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 1117 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the functions of certain urban land bank programs.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Urban Affairs
SB 1128 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the eligibility of certain municipalities to designate homestead preservation districts.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 1129 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the operation of certain urban land bank demonstration programs.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Urban Affairs
SB 1165 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to an inquiry by a peace officer as to the nationality or immigration status of a person presumed to be a family violence victim or witness.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1209 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to regulate certain activities.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
SB 1225 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to requirements for certain petitions requesting an election and ballot propositions.
House: Elections Senate: Property Tax
Referred to Elections
SB 1229 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to a county, city, or independent school district posting certain election information on an Internet website.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 1266 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to certain regulations adopted by governmental entities for the building products, materials, or methods used in the construction of residential or commercial structures.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1300 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to clarifying the law regarding municipal voting rights and eligibility for municipal office of residents in areas subject to limited-purpose annexation under strategic partnership agreements.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1315 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to periodic zero-based budgeting for certain political subdivisions.
House: County Affairs Senate: Property Tax
Referred to County Affairs
SB 1326 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Toth, Steve
Relating to municipal release of extraterritorial jurisdiction and disannexation involving certain areas.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1327 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to municipal disannexation involving certain real estate subdivisions.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1367 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Relating to use of project funds of municipal development districts.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1384 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the incorporation of a municipality in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of an existing municipality.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1395 86-0 (2019)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to voter approval of a proposed ad valorem tax rate that exceeds the rollback tax rate.
Senate: Property Tax
Left pending in committee
SB 1407 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to pledge certain tax revenue for the payment of obligations related to hotel projects.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1432 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to eliminating distinctions in the application of consent annexation requirements.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1456 86-0 (2019)
Author: Flores, Peter
Relating to the requirement for performance bonds from certain public work contractors.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1468 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to annexation by certain municipalities of a special district under a strategic partnership agreement.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1469 86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to municipal regulation of game rooms and amusement redemption machines.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 1488 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the designation of a property as a historic landmark by a municipality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 1551 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a historic structure assistance program operated by a municipally owned utility in certain municipalities; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1575 86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.Sponsor: Krause, Matt
Relating to governmental immunity for and adjudication of claims arising from a local governmental entity's disaster recovery contract.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 1634 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to require a labor peace agreement as a condition of engaging in a commercial transaction with the municipality or county.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1658 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to the territory of and fees imposed by certain emergency communication districts.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Co-author authorized
SB 1663 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.Sponsor: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the removal, relocation, alteration, or construction of certain monuments or memorials located on public property; providing civil penalties.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1711 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a study of the legalization of gambling in certain communities.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1773 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the provision of alarm system services by certain municipalities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1779 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paxton, AngelaSponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to security for state agency information and information technologies.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1798 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to an election in certain municipalities to convert all or a portion of a sales and use tax originally adopted for the purpose of sports and community venues to a sales and use tax for economic development purposes.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1816 86-0 (2019)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the regulation of solicitations of private security companies by political subdivisions.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1848 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to certain contract and notice requirements applicable to certain facilities used to house inmates or releasees from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1890 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to authorizing certain projects to be undertaken by economic development corporations.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1901 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the encouragement of intra-state commerce.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1913 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to authorizing certain cities to change the date on which their general election for officers is held.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Reported favorably as substituted
SB 1917 86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the prevailing wage for work associated with public work contracts; authorizing a penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1918 86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the creation of an urban land bank by certain municipalities; granting authority to issue bonds.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Urban Affairs
SB 1927 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the regulation of firearms, air guns, knives, ammunition, or firearm or air gun supplies or accessories by a county or municipality.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 2013 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the preemption of municipal and county regulatory authority.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 2045 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the authority of certain local governmental entities to enter into an agreement to create a mutual aid law enforcement task force.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
SB 2078 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to restrictions on municipal regulation in certain areas.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 2118 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to governmental entities that may partner with a school district to operate a district campus.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 2210 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the use of certain tax revenue by certain municipalities for the payment of job training programs and the development of hotel and convention center projects.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 2219 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.Sponsor: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the notice required before the issuance of certain debt obligations by political subdivisions.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Property Tax
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 2249 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to create sports and community venue districts and to authorize and finance certain sports and community venue projects; authorizing a tax.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Co-author authorized
SB 2264 86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to pledge certain tax revenue for the payment of obligations related to multipurpose convention center facility projects.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 2278 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the regulation of certain aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; authorizing an increase in the amount of a fee.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 2307 86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the regulation of certain battery-charged fences by municipalities and counties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2376 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the collection of sales and use tax by providers of certain services.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 2447 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to certain rental assistance and other projects financed by private activity bonds.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SJR 44 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the governing body of a political subdivision that adopts an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a percentage of the market value of an individual's residence homestead to set the minimum dollar amount of the exemption to which an individual is entitled in a tax year.
Senate: Property Tax
Referred to Property Tax
SJR 73 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the governing body of a political subdivision that adopts an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a percentage of the market value of an individual's residence homestead to set the minimum dollar amount of the exemption to which an individual is entitled in a tax year.
Senate: Property Tax
Left pending in committee
HB 42 85-0 (2017)
Author: Romero, Ramon
Relating to a franchise tax credit for certain taxable entities offering postsecondary tuition assistance.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 52 85-0 (2017)
Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement of state and federal laws governing immigration and the duties of law enforcement agencies concerning arrested persons and certain persons lawfully detained.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 58 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James
Relating to the creation of a specialty court for certain first-time marihuana possession offenders; imposing a fee for participation.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 101 85-0 (2017)
Author: Craddick, TomSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the development of and contracting for reclaimed water facilities in certain municipalities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 113 85-0 (2017)
Author: Keough, Mark | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the governing body of a local authority to impose a civil penalty for certain violations recorded by an automated traffic control system or a photographic traffic signal enforcement system; providing a civil penalty.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 124 85-0 (2017)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the duties of a law enforcement agency regarding the immigration status of an arrested person and the enforcement of an immigration detainer.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 149 85-0 (2017)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement by certain governmental entities of state and federal laws governing immigration.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 151 85-0 (2017)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Relating to a proposition to approve the issuance of bonds or other debt.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
HB 153 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate occupations.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 192 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al.
Relating to the prohibition of housing discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression and to the enforcement of that prohibition.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 207 85-0 (2017)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the authority of general-law municipalities to restrict sex offenders from child safety zones in the municipality.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 233 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the exception of certain information related to the humane disposition by a municipality or county of an animal from required disclosure under the public information law.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 256 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the authority of a city attorney to seek an injunction to abate a common nuisance under the Alcoholic Beverage Code.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 299 85-0 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.
Relating to municipal annexation.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 328 85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul | et. al.
Relating to state and federal laws regarding immigrants or immigration, including the enforcement of those laws by certain governmental entities and the use of consular identity documents for certain purposes.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 370 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the availability on the Internet of personal financial statements filed by public officials.
House: General Investigating & Ethics
Referred to General Investigating & Ethics
HB 387 85-0 (2017)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the authority of general-law municipalities to restrict sex offenders from child safety zones in the municipality.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 424 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to municipal annexation.
House: Land & Resource Management
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 466 85-0 (2017)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to limiting the locations in which a license holder may openly carry a handgun; restricting an exception to a criminal offense.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 470 85-0 (2017)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to the eligibility of certain municipalities to implement a homestead land bank program.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 523 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schofield, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the requirement that certain elected school district boards make audio and video recordings of certain work sessions and special called meetings available on the Internet.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 611 85-0 (2017)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement by certain governmental entities of state and federal laws governing immigration and to the duties of law enforcement agencies concerning certain arrested persons.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 623 85-0 (2017)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the authority of a municipality to remove directors of certain conservation and reclamation districts.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 683 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.Sponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of possession or use of law enforcement identification, insignia, or vehicles in a municipality and the clarification of the offenses of false identification as a peace officer and misrepresentation of property.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 714 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to the civil prosecution of offenses involving certain municipal parking ordinances; authorizing a civil fine.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
HB 754 85-0 (2017)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the enforcement by certain governmental entities of state and federal laws governing immigration and to the duties of law enforcement agencies concerning certain arrested persons.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 760 85-0 (2017)
Author: Raney, John
Relating to excepting the date of birth of a living person from required disclosure under the public information law.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Referred to Government Transparency & Operation
HB 762 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the enforcement by certain governmental entities of state and federal laws governing immigration.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 763 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the duties of a law enforcement agency regarding the immigration status of an arrested person and the enforcement of an immigration detainer.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 764 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to civil liability of a local government for failure to comply with an immigration detainer.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 840 85-0 (2017)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.
Relating to authorization for a county or municipality to establish a local minimum wage.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 848 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schubert, Leighton | et. al.
Relating to the authority of general-law municipalities to restrict sex offenders from child safety zones in the municipality.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 889 85-0 (2017)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement by certain governmental entities of state and federal laws governing immigration and to the duties of law enforcement agencies concerning certain arrested persons.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 921 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to the duties of a law enforcement agency regarding the immigration status of an arrested person and the enforcement of an immigration detainer.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 927 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of firearms, air guns, knives, ammunition, and firearm and air gun supplies; imposing a civil penalty.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 954 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Justin
Relating to authorization for a county or municipality to establish a local minimum wage.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1063 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gooden, Lance | et. al.
Relating to the authority of general-law municipalities to restrict sex offenders from child safety zones in the municipality.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 1064 85-0 (2017)
Author: Paul, Dennis | et. al.
Relating to the governance and operation of municipal management districts.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Referred to Special Purpose Districts
HB 1109 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schofield, Mike | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement by certain governmental entities of state and federal laws governing immigration.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1120 85-0 (2017)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to issue a building construction permit or final certificate of occupancy for a building or facility required to meet certain accessibility standards; requiring a related study.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1134 85-0 (2017)
Author: Craddick, Tom | et. al.
Relating to credit services organizations and extensions of consumer credit facilitated by credit services organizations; increasing a criminal penalty.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 1156 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating an offense.
House: Public Health
Returned to committee
HB 1185 85-0 (2017)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the authority of general-law municipalities to impose term limits on the members of their governing bodies.
House: Urban Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 1193 85-0 (2017)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the governance of certain housing authorities.
House: Urban Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1205 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James
Relating to qualifications to serve as a member of the governing body of an open-enrollment charter school or the governing body of a charter holder.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 1210 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to passenger security screening.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 1251 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
Relating to Internet broadcasts of open meetings held by the board of directors of certain development corporations.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Considered in Calendars
HB 1277 85-0 (2017)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the governance of certain housing authorities.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 1279 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the authority of a county or municipality to adopt or enforce a smoking ban on the premises of certain businesses.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 1295 85-0 (2017)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to the disclosure of interested parties by business entities contracting with governmental entities and state agencies; authorizing a civil penalty.
House: General Investigating & Ethics
Left pending in committee
HB 1308 85-0 (2017)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement by certain governmental entities of state and federal laws governing immigration and to the duties of law enforcement agencies concerning certain arrested persons.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1339 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.
Relating to the authority of general-law municipalities to restrict sex offenders from child safety zones in the municipality.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 1348 85-0 (2017)
Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a county or municipality to adopt or enforce a smoking ban on the premises of certain businesses.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 1349 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gooden, Lance
Relating to judicial and law enforcement authority in certain municipalities on a segment of a highway or street that abuts property located in the municipality.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 1362 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al.
Relating to state agency and local government regulation of the use of multi-occupancy private spaces.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1449 85-0 (2017)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting local governments from imposing certain fees on new construction.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 1530 85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the publication of required notice by a political subdivision in media other than a newspaper.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1541 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the posting of required notice by a political subdivision on Internet websites.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Referred to Government Transparency & Operation
HB 1557 85-0 (2017)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to requirements for new or increased municipal fees.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1572 85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to a residential property owner's right to remove a tree or vegetation that the owner believes poses a fire risk.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1610 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kuempel, John | et. al.
Relating to the disclosure of interested parties by business entities contracting with governmental entities or state agencies.
House: General Investigating & Ethics
Left pending in committee
HB 1636 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to authorizing certain general infrastructure projects to be undertaken by economic development corporations.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 1658 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phelan, Dade
Relating to required disclosures in ballot proposition language authorizing political subdivisions to issue bonds or impose or change a tax.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
HB 1759 85-0 (2017)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the authority of an independent school district to contract with a county for the design, improvement, or construction of an instructional facility or stadium or other athletic facility.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1892 85-0 (2017)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.
Relating to expedited proceedings in cases involving substandard buildings or improvements.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1961 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to the care and unlawful restraint of a dog.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 1969 85-0 (2017)
Author: Neave, Victoria
Relating to the establishment of a municipal marshal reserve force.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 2037 85-0 (2017)
Author: Button, Angie
Relating to the promotional system used in certain municipal civil service fire departments.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 2052 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phelan, Dade | et. al.
Relating to a tree planting credit to offset tree mitigation fees imposed by a municipality.
House: Urban Affairs
Received from the House
HB 2073 85-0 (2017)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to publication of notice requirements for certain governmental entities and representatives.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 2099 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the annexation of an unincorporated enclave by certain general-law municipalities.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 2100 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to authority of certain general-law municipalities to annex an area without consent.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 2110 85-0 (2017)
Author: Keough, Mark
Relating to procedures for incorporation or establishment of another form of local government for certain areas subject to a regional participation agreement.
House: Urban Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2191 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dale, Tony
Relating to the eligibility of certain entities for grants awarded by the criminal justice division of the governor's office.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2214 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schofield, MikeSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to cemeteries in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2280 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dean, Jay
Relating to the duties of a law enforcement agency regarding the immigration status of an arrested person and to the agency's enforcement of immigration detainers and of laws relating to immigration.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2288 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to regulation of the sale of fireworks by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 2317 85-0 (2017)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to access to criminal history record information by an emergency communication district.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 2434 85-0 (2017)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Relating to requiring certain public retirement systems to take certain actions or implement certain plans designed to achieve actuarial soundness.
House: Pensions
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2435 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wray, John
Relating to public improvement projects financed by or through assessments levied on property by municipalities and counties.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
HB 2476 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to approval by the comptroller of public accounts of certain contingent fee legal services contracts entered into by public agencies.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2550 85-0 (2017)
Author: Frullo, John
Relating to motor vehicle liability insurance requirements for a person providing passenger taxicab services in a municipality.
House: Urban Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2551 85-0 (2017)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to regulation of short-term rentals by municipalities and counties.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2585 85-0 (2017)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the provision of veterans housing by county or municipal housing authorities.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs
HB 2631 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the remedies available to a person to abate a public nuisance in a municipality.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 2642 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to requirements for providing information regarding the issuance of certain proposed bonds by certain political subdivisions.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 2758 85-0 (2017)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the regulation of seed by a political subdivision.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 2763 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to solid waste services and solid waste management programs in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of municipalities in certain counties; authorizing penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2792 85-0 (2017)
Author: González, MarySponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to housing authorities established by municipalities and counties.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2846 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to the employment of certain individuals at a sexually oriented business.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 2899 85-0 (2017)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of discrimination by political subdivisions.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2922 85-0 (2017)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to collection of a service charge by a county or municipality for a dishonored credit card.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 2985 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phillips, LarrySponsor: Hall, Bob
Relating to the type of newspaper required for notice by publication in certain counties.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 2998 85-0 (2017)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to defense economic readjustment zones.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3141 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to the provision of municipal notices by utility bill and mail.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3203 85-0 (2017)
Author: Fallon, Pat | et. al.
Relating to recordings of meetings of certain governmental bodies; creating offenses.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Left pending in committee
HB 3271 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the right of certain public officers to access public information, documents, records, and property.
House: General Investigating & Ethics
Referred to General Investigating & Ethics
HB 3329 85-0 (2017)
Author: Paddie, ChrisSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to regulation of electricians by local governments.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3332 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kuempel, John | et. al.
Relating to requirements for certain petitions requesting an election and ballot propositions.
House: Elections
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3335 85-0 (2017)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the notice required before the issuance of certain debt obligations by political subdivisions.
House: Elections
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3357 85-0 (2017)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.
Relating to the prevailing wage for work associated with public work contracts; authorizing a penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3403 85-0 (2017)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the authority of a municipality to require that certain oil and gas operations be set back a certain distance from child-care facilities and schools.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 3433 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lambert, Stan | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the adoption by state agencies of rules affecting rural communities.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3495 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the release of extraterritorial jurisdiction by certain populous municipalities for certain purposes, including municipal incorporation.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 3501 85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to authorizing an exemption for open-enrollment charter schools from certain municipal drainage requirements.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 3506 85-0 (2017)
Author: Cyrier, John
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to adopt or enforce a requirement that a builder or contractor obtain a license or other similar certification from the political subdivision.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3517 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to a petition for a municipal animal control authority to manage dangerous dogs and aggressive dogs in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of the municipality.
House: Urban Affairs
Returned to Calendars Committee
HB 3595 85-0 (2017)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to assistance for certain municipal projects provided by the Texas Historical Commission.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Left pending in committee
HB 3603 85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to authority of certain general-law municipalities to annex an area on petition by owners.
House: Land & Resource Management
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 3822 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to voting rights and eligibility for office of residents of certain districts subject to a strategic partnership agreement.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
HB 3871 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to substandard residential building fines issued by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 3896 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the posting of notice required to be published in a newspaper on the Internet website of certain municipalities.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Left pending in committee
HB 3913 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shine, Hugh | et. al.
Relating to retainage requirements for certain public works construction projects.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3931 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to the provision of and local regulation of certain for-hire passenger transportation.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 3956 85-0 (2017)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to a privilege from disclosure to governmental units for certain evidence concerning sermons delivered by a religious leader.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 4033 85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the prohibition of certain municipal requirements regarding sales of housing units or residential lots.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4097 85-0 (2017)
Author: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to prohibition of certain regulations by a county, municipality, or other political subdivision.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4132 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the power of certain counties to enact park use rules; affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 4157 85-0 (2017)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to simultaneous translation from English to Spanish of certain hearings and meetings held by a committee of the legislature, the governing body of a municipality, or the commissioners court of a county.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Left pending in committee
HB 4202 85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to procedures for issuing municipal building permits.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 4337 85-0 (2017)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the authority of a municipality to remove directors of the North Texas Municipal Water District.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 4 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement by campus police departments and certain local governmental entities of state and federal laws governing immigration and to related duties and liability of certain persons in the criminal justice system; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 24 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to a privilege from disclosure to governmental units for certain evidence concerning sermons delivered by a religious leader.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 71 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the transfer of certain state real property to the City of San Marcos.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 76 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to the authority of general-law municipalities to restrict sex offenders from child safety zones in the municipality.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Co-author authorized
SB 92 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibition of certain regulations by a county, municipality, or other political subdivision.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 103 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the provision of bags to customers of a business at the point of sale.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 113 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffines, Don | et. al.
Relating to the provision of and local regulation of certain for-hire passenger transportation.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
SB 151 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to voter approval of obligations for certain municipal liabilities to a public pension fund.
House: Pensions Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 197 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the authority of general-law municipalities to restrict sex offenders from child safety zones in the municipality.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 228 85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the authority of a municipality to limit the possession, purchase, consumption, sale, distribution, or receipt of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or tobacco products.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 385 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to voter approval of local acceptance and use of federal funds for commuter rail projects.
Senate: Transportation
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 389 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to abolishing the Major Events reimbursement program.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 390 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to abolishing the Motor Sports Racing trust fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 391 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to abolishing the Events trust fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 392 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to abolishing the Major Events Trust fund, the Events trust fund, and the Motor Sports Racing trust fund.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 397 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to the consultation policies of local mental health authorities with respect to sheriffs and their representatives.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 427 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to authorization for a county or municipality to establish a local minimum wage.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 451 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to regulation of short-term rentals and short-term rental marketplaces by municipalities and counties.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Urban Affairs
SB 459 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffines, Don | et. al.
Relating to the regulation or taxation of firearms, air guns, knives, or ammunition by a municipality or county.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
SB 461 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the notice required before the issuance of certain debt obligations by political subdivisions.
House: Elections Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 466 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to certain petitions filed with home-rule municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 467 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to a requirement for ballot propositions.
House: Elections Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 488 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.Sponsor: Kuempel, John
Relating to requirements for certain petitions requesting an election and ballot propositions.
House: Elections Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 515 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the right of certain public officers to access public information, documents, records, and property; creating criminal offenses.
House: General Investigating & Ethics Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to General Investigating & Ethics
SB 593 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, JoséSponsor: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to the governance of certain housing authorities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 601 85-0 (2017)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to authorizing an exemption for open-enrollment charter schools from certain municipal drainage requirements.
House: Public Education Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 616 85-0 (2017)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to requirements for a ballot proposition for a proposed municipal charter amendment.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 619 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.
Relating to county and municipal cooperation with state and federal immigration law enforcement and efforts to enhance international border security.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 623 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a public information Internet website.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 636 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to procedures for certain municipalities to adopt or amend a national model building code.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
SB 641 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to periodic zero-based budgeting for certain political subdivisions.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 642 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to required disclosures in and to the length of ballot proposition language authorizing political subdivisions to issue bonds or impose or change a tax.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 650 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to tax increment financing.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 675 85-0 (2017)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the development of and contracting for reclaimed water facilities in certain municipalities.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 684 85-0 (2017)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the local regulation of the operation of utility vehicles, all-terrain vehicles, and recreational off-highway vehicles on public roadways.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 715 85-0 (2017)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to municipal annexation.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Point of order sustained
SB 737 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to requirements for new or increased municipal fees.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 744 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Phelan, Dade | et. al.
Relating to a tree planting credit to offset tree mitigation fees imposed by a municipality.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 800 85-0 (2017)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the authority of an independent school district to contract with a county for the design, improvement, or construction of an instructional facility or stadium or other athletic facility.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 852 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to prohibiting local governments from imposing certain fees on new construction.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 871 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to municipal voting rights and eligibility for municipal office of residents in areas subject to limited-purpose annexation under strategic partnership agreements.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 957 85-0 (2017)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Laubenberg, Jodie | et. al.
Relating to the content and numbering of propositions on the ballot.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 986 85-0 (2017)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Relating to a grant program to support the enforcement of immigration law by a municipality or county.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1015 85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Keough, Mark
Relating to procedures for incorporation or establishment of another form of local government for certain areas subject to a regional participation agreement.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1090 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the unlawful restraint of a dog; creating a criminal offense.
House: Public Health Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Point of order sustained
SB 1109 85-0 (2017)
Author: Birdwell, BrianSponsor: Burns, DeWayne
Relating to the authority of certain political subdivisions to change the date of the general election for officers.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1172 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of seed by a political subdivision.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1229 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, JoséSponsor: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al.
Relating to solid waste services and solid waste management programs in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of municipalities in certain counties; authorizing penalties.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1239 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the authority of a municipality to remove directors of the North Texas Municipal Water District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 1290 85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to access to criminal history record information by an emergency communication district.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1356 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to distracted driving collisions; creating an offense.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 1357 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the right of public officers to information of certain governmental entities; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1438 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the applicability of certain unfunded mandates on political subdivisions.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1544 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Schubert, Leighton
Relating to financial reporting requirements of regional planning commissions.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1586 85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to the minimum wage, including authorizing certain counties and municipalities to establish a minimum wage.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1652 85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the designation of an area of highway by a municipality as an immediate removal area.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 1661 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to voting rights and eligibility for office of residents of certain districts subject to a strategic partnership agreement.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1670 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Oliveira, René
Relating to a historic structure assistance program operated by a municipally owned utility in certain municipalities; authorizing a fee.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 1797 85-0 (2017)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to regulation of electricians by local governments.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1863 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the governance and operation of municipal management districts.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1866 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the employment of certain individuals at a sexually oriented business.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1980 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to performance bonds for certain public improvements in certain municipalities.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Industry
SJR 54 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Faircloth, Wayne
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a municipal charter amendment election to be held on certain election dates.
House: Elections Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 6 85-1 (2017)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to municipal annexation.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 7 85-1 (2017)
Author: Phelan, Dade | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to municipal regulation of the removal of trees on private property.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 46 85-1 (2017)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of discrimination by political subdivisions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 53 85-1 (2017)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of certain provisions governing state and local enforcement of immigration laws and other provisions related to immigration law.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 57 85-1 (2017)
Author: Schofield, Mike | et. al.
Relating to the release of extraterritorial jurisdiction by certain populous municipalities for certain purposes, including municipal incorporation.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 69 85-1 (2017)
Author: Schofield, Mike | et. al.
Relating to the extraterritorial jurisdiction of and municipal annexation by certain municipalities.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 77 85-1 (2017)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Relating to an optional fee in lieu of the dedication of parkland as a condition of approval by a municipality of land development or use.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 93 85-1 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to compensation to be paid to an emergency services district for a municipality's annexation of the district's territory.
House: Land & Resource Management
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 94 85-1 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to municipal regulation of property of political subdivisions.
Filed
HB 107 85-1 (2017)
Author: Cyrier, John
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to adopt or enforce a requirement that a builder or contractor obtain a license or other similar certification from the political subdivision.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 110 85-1 (2017)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the notice required before the issuance of certain debt obligations by political subdivisions.
House: Elections
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 164 85-1 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the issuance of a permit by a political subdivision.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 183 85-1 (2017)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the repeal of certain provisions governing state and local enforcement of immigration laws and other provisions related to immigration law.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 245 85-1 (2017)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the authority of general-law municipalities to impose term limits on the members of their governing bodies.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 317 85-1 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Tomas
Relating to the repeal of certain provisions governing state and local enforcement of immigration laws and other provisions related to immigration law.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 381 85-1 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain facilities of political subdivisions, including public school districts, and open-enrollment charter schools.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 3 85-1 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain facilities and activities of political subdivisions, including public school districts, and open-enrollment charter schools.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 6 85-1 (2017)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to municipal annexation.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: State Affairs
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 13 85-1 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni | et. al.
Relating to the issuance of a permit by a political subdivision.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 23 85-1 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibition of certain regulations by a county, municipality, or other political subdivision.
Filed
SB 42 85-1 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of certain provisions governing state and local enforcement of immigration laws and other provisions related to immigration law.
Filed
SB 47 85-1 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to performance bonds for certain public improvements in certain municipalities.
Filed
SB 55 85-1 (2017)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to procedures for certain municipalities to adopt or amend a national model building code.
Filed
SB 89 85-1 (2017)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the extraterritorial jurisdiction of certain municipalities.
Filed
SB 91 85-1 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the regulation of certain facilities and activities of political subdivisions, including public school districts, and open-enrollment charter schools.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 104 85-1 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to municipal annexation.
Filed
SB 107 85-1 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to a tree planting credit to offset tree mitigation fees imposed by a municipality.
Filed
SB 109 85-1 (2017)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of certain provisions governing state and local enforcement of immigration laws and to certain other provisions related to immigration law.
Filed
SB 110 85-1 (2017)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of certain provisions governing state and local enforcement of immigration laws and other provisions related to immigration law.
Filed
HB 23 84-0 (2015)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to disclosure of certain relationships with local government officers and vendors; creating criminal offenses.
House: General Investigating & Ethics Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 40 84-0 (2015)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the exclusive jurisdiction of this state to regulate oil and gas operations in this state and the express preemption of local regulation of those operations.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 132 84-0 (2015)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting local governments from interfering with a person's right to engage in the production of agriculture.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 139 84-0 (2015)
Author: Stickland, Jonathan
Relating to the posting of certain notices for political subdivisions on the comptroller's Internet website.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
HB 143 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the local regulation of distance requirements for the possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages near public transportation stops.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 156 84-0 (2015)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.
Relating to the use of proceeds of bonds sold and delivered by a home-rule municipality for a specific purpose.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 167 84-0 (2015)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the adoption of a county charter by Bexar County.
House: County Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 239 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to storage of flammable liquids at retail service stations in unincorporated areas and certain municipalities.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 264 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to procedures for asserting taking claims against certain governmental entities.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 273 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the minimum term of confinement for an offense of illegal dumping in a municipality.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 274 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement of municipal rules, ordinances, or police regulations prohibiting illegal dumping; increasing a penalty.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 281 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to a limitation on the expansion of certain landfills.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 283 84-0 (2015)
Author: Fallon, Pat | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the requirement that certain governmental bodies make audio and video recordings of open meetings available on the Internet.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 1/1/16
HB 292 84-0 (2015)
Author: Stephenson, Phil | et. al.
Relating to authorizing development corporations to finance projects to support primary job training facilities and programs at certain educational institutions.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 342 84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to periodic reauthorization of municipal building permit fees.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 384 84-0 (2015)
Author: Spitzer, Stuart | et. al.
Relating to the authority of general-law municipalities to restrict sex offenders from child safety zones in the municipality.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 396 84-0 (2015)
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Relating to the state minimum wage, including adjustments based on the consumer price index and authorization for a county or municipality to establish a local minimum wage.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 473 84-0 (2015)
Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al.Sponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to a prohibition on the sale or transfer of certain law enforcement vehicles before removal of certain equipment and insignia.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 538 84-0 (2015)
Author: Spitzer, Stuart
Relating to judicial and law enforcement authority in certain municipalities on a segment of a highway or street that abuts property located in the municipality.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 539 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Relating to the procedural requirements for the adoption of a municipal regulation, limitation, or prohibition on the production, storage, or transportation of oil or natural gas; authorizing a fee.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 540 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Relating to the submission to the attorney general of a measure proposing the enactment or repeal of a municipal ordinance.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 592 84-0 (2015)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to the duties of a law enforcement agency regarding the immigration status of an arrested person and the enforcement of an immigration detainer.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 613 84-0 (2015)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to sunset review of certain municipal management districts.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
HB 665 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Ken
Relating to requirements for annexation of certain commercial or industrial areas by a general-law municipality.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 685 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheets, KennethSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the production of public information under the public information law.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 737 84-0 (2015)
Author: Aycock, Jimmie DonSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the creation of regional emergency communications districts; authorizing the issuance of bonds; authorizing a fee.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on intent calendar
HB 738 84-0 (2015)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the regulation by a municipality or county of the rental or leasing of housing accommodations.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 748 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the regulation of liquid propane gas tanks on residential property.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 870 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smith, Wayne | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the investment training requirement for certain local government financial officers.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 905 84-0 (2015)
Author: Frullo, John | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the regulation of knives by a municipality or county.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 907 84-0 (2015)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the authority of a county or municipality to regulate the location of halfway houses; providing a criminal penalty; authorizing fees.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 960 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to the exemption of school district property from certain infrastructure fees charged for the control of excess water or storm water.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 961 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the exemption of certain school district property from certain infrastructure fees charged for the control of excess water or storm water.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 983 84-0 (2015)
Author: Stickland, Jonathan
Relating to the repeal of the requirement that counties and municipalities offer to remove graffiti from private property free of charge before requiring the property owner to remove the graffiti.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 1020 84-0 (2015)
Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al.
Relating to credit services organizations and extensions of consumer credit facilitated by credit services organizations; providing civil and administrative penalties.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 1130 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to the removal of a disabled vehicle from a roadway or right-of-way.
House: Transportation
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 1148 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kacal, KyleSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the investment training requirement for certain municipal officers.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1170 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farney, Marsha | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the applicability to open-enrollment charter schools of certain laws regarding local governments and political subdivisions.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 1186 84-0 (2015)
Author: Craddick, TomSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the validation of certain actions relating to municipal airport zoning regulations.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1228 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to municipal public securities to provide for or loan or grant public money for the provision of water conservation infrastructure; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 1243 84-0 (2015)
Author: Fletcher, Allen | et. al.
Relating to the reinstatement of a firefighter or police officer following a decision rendered by the Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission or an independent third party hearing examiner.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1249 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to authorizing certain general infrastructure projects to be undertaken by economic development corporations.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 1269 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to supplemental environmental projects implemented by certain local governments in lieu of administrative penalties assessed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
HB 1277 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al.Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to requirements for annexation of certain commercial or industrial areas by a general-law municipality.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1283 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Relating to a proposition to approve the issuance of bonds or other debt.
House: Elections
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1284 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the review by certain governmental entities of a permit application for a solid waste facility.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 1289 84-0 (2015)
Author: Giddings, HelenSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the acquisition and sale of unimproved real property by an urban land bank.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1292 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to renaming the Major Events trust fund to the Major Events Reimbursement Program.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1295 84-0 (2015)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the disclosure of research, research sponsors, and interested parties by persons contracting with governmental entities and state agencies.
House: General Investigating & Ethics Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1361 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to an exemption for municipalities and this state from the compressed natural gas and liquefied natural gas tax.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1415 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kuempel, JohnSponsor: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to establishment or use of cemeteries in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1556 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.
Relating to prohibition of certain regulations by a county, municipality, or other political subdivision.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 1558 84-0 (2015)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate churches that provide overnight shelter for children.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1609 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the annexation of an unincorporated enclave by certain general-law municipalities.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 1610 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to authority of certain general-law municipalities to annex an area without consent.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 1631 84-0 (2015)
Author: Phelan, Dade
Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities and counties.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 1634 84-0 (2015)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.
Relating to a franchise tax credit for certain taxable entities offering postsecondary tuition assistance.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1654 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, Molly | et. al.
Relating to public agreements or contracts related to United Nations Agenda 21.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
HB 1662 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheets, KennethSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the exemption of certain property from municipal drainage service charges.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1745 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to the funding and issuing of marriage licenses and certifications and the recognition of certain marriages.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1792 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to regulation of residential short-term rental units and collection and reporting periods of hotel occupancy taxes; creating a criminal offense; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1872 84-0 (2015)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the authority of general-law municipalities to restrict sex offenders from child safety zones in the municipality.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1939 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rinaldi, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the provision of bags to customers of a business at the point of sale.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 1953 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, DennisSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the deadline for counties and municipalities to provide notice of a proposed property tax rate.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/16
HB 2001 84-0 (2015)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
Relating to interlocal contracts between a governmental entity and a purchasing cooperative.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Referred to Government Transparency & Operation
HB 2035 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard PeñaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to regulation by certain alcohol-related businesses based on the amount of alcohol sold.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2044 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the setback requirements for a junkyard or an automotive wrecking and salvage yard.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 2095 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to undertake a qualified hotel project.
House: Ways & Means
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2162 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, RonSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to municipal regulation of the use of alarm systems; authorizing a municipal fee.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2164 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to the applicability of certain unfunded mandates on political subdivisions.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2201 84-0 (2015)
Author: Phillips, LarrySponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to vacancies on the governing body of a Type A general-law municipality.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on intent calendar
HB 2221 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the procedures for municipal annexations.
House: Land & Resource Management
Returned to committee
HB 2238 84-0 (2015)
Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.
Relating to municipal authority to regulate wind turbines in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of the municipality.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2296 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smith, WayneSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to regulation by a municipality of the possession of an open container or the public consumption of alcoholic beverages.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2376 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the creation and administration of a disaster recovery fund.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 2426 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the effect on local regulation of state law for fire extinguisher service and installation; authorizing a fee.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2436 84-0 (2015)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to passenger security screening.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 2441 84-0 (2015)
Author: Harless, Patricia
Relating to voting rights and eligibility for office of residents of certain districts subject to a strategic partnership agreement.
House: Elections
No action taken in committee
HB 2468 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard PeñaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the transfer of certain state real property from the Texas Department of Transportation to the City of Laredo.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Transportation
No action taken in committee
HB 2487 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the authority of an independent school district to contract with a municipality for the design, improvement, or construction of an instructional facility, stadium, or other athletic facility.
House: Public Education
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2518 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to discussion or deliberation regarding certain economic development negotiations by governmental bodies.
House: County Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 2529 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to regulation of the sale of fireworks by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2562 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth | et. al.
Relating to the care and unlawful restraint of a dog.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2581 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to governmental actions affecting private property rights in certain oil and gas wells.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 2595 84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the use of municipal initiative and referendum to restrict property rights.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 2670 84-0 (2015)
Author: Paul, Dennis
Relating to the deadline for counties and municipalities to provide notice of a proposed property tax rate.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2672 84-0 (2015)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the powers of a public utility agency; authorizing fees and charges; granting the power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
HB 2688 84-0 (2015)
Author: Workman, Paul | et. al.
Relating to a common characteristic or use project in a public improvement district in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2728 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Susan Lewis | et. al.
Relating to the amount the Texas Military Preparedness Commission may grant to local governmental entities for certain purposes.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2772 84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, ArmandoSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the authority of certain economic development corporations to undertake and operate transportation-related projects.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 2808 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to credit services organizations and extensions of consumer credit facilitated by credit services organizations; increasing a criminal penalty.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 2855 84-0 (2015)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to prohibit an activity over which the Railroad Commission of Texas has jurisdiction.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 2909 84-0 (2015)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the regulation by a municipality or county of the rental or leasing of housing accommodations.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2917 84-0 (2015)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to impose term limits on certain elected officials.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2977 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to issues affecting counties and certain other governmental entities; authorizing fees.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on intent calendar
HB 2991 84-0 (2015)
Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.
Relating to municipal regulation of minimum setback requirements for mineral exploration and development activities, including providing for and recording of waivers from those requirements.
House: Energy Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3022 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to the construction or development of certain continuing care facilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3040 84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the authority of certain economic development corporations to undertake and operate transportation-related projects.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 3041 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, Molly
Relating to posting certain fiscal analysis documents of counties and municipalities on the Internet.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Left pending in committee
HB 3047 84-0 (2015)
Author: Craddick, Tom | et. al.
Relating to credit services organizations and extensions of consumer credit facilitated by credit services organizations; increasing a criminal penalty.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3048 84-0 (2015)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain municipalities.
House: Public Health
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3060 84-0 (2015)
Author: Anchía, RafaelSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to functions of a municipal building and standards commission panel.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 3160 84-0 (2015)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to an exception to the period of filing an application for the grant of letters testamentary or of administration of a decedent's estate.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 3167 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, RonSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the governing bodies of certain local planning organizations.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 3187 84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to assessments for water and energy improvements in municipalities and counties; changing a fee.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3193 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bernal, DiegoSponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to consideration of location of an offeror's principal place of business in awarding certain municipal contracts.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 3224 84-0 (2015)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the release of certain information relating to motor vehicle accidents.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 3234 84-0 (2015)
Author: Galindo, Rick
Relating to the right of municipal officers to obtain information, documents, and records.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3244 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burkett, CindySponsor: Hall, Bob
Relating to authorizing broker agreements for the sale of real property held in trust by home-rule municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3245 84-0 (2015)
Author: Crownover, MyraSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to qualified nonprofit corporations acting for and on behalf of two or more cities.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
HB 3263 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate state licensees.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3300 84-0 (2015)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the authority of general-law municipalities to impose term limits on the members of their governing bodies.
House: Urban Affairs
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 3340 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the administration and implementation of the Flood Control and Insurance Act; adding provisions subject to a civil or criminal penalty and affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3358 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to municipal regulation of passenger transportation for compensation.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3363 84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to authorizing local government programs to provide assessments for residential water and energy improvements in designated regions, including authorizing the issuance of obligations to provide financing for the programs; authorizing a fee.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 3388 84-0 (2015)
Author: Faircloth, Wayne
Relating to increasing the fee on conviction paid by a defendant for a peace officer committing or releasing the defendant.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3411 84-0 (2015)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the review by certain governmental entities of a permit application for a solid waste facility.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 3412 84-0 (2015)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to a limitation on the expansion of certain landfills.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 3485 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to the addition of certain municipalities to the territory of a regional transportation authority.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 3518 84-0 (2015)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks | et. al.
Relating to alternative fuel fleets of certain governmental entities, including funding for motor vehicles, infrastructure, and equipment.
House: Energy Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3620 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the acquisition of real property by a municipality.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 3630 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to the application of the hotel occupancy tax and the collection and administration of the tax by a municipality.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3634 84-0 (2015)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the authority of a municipality to impose a local tax on the sale of certain motor fuel and to the use of the tax revenue by the municipality; authorizing penalties.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 3687 84-0 (2015)
Author: Frank, James
Relating to design-build procedures for civil works projects.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Referred to Government Transparency & Operation
HB 3688 84-0 (2015)
Author: Frank, James
Relating to the process for the selection of construction managers-at-risk used by governmental entities.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Referred to Government Transparency & Operation
HB 3692 84-0 (2015)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to the financing of convention center hotels in certain municipalities.
House: Ways & Means
Postponed
HB 3713 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate occupations.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 3782 84-0 (2015)
Author: Crownover, Myra
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to provide water and sewer service to areas within the municipal boundaries without obtaining a certificate of public convenience and necessity.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 3838 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the procedures required for a Type A economic development corporation to make certain expenditures.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 3865 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to authority of certain general-law municipalities to annex an area on petition by owners.
House: Land & Resource Management
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3866 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a municipality to impose certain requirements for gun show promoters who lease municipal facilities.
House: Urban Affairs
Returned to Calendars Committee
HB 3869 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the appointment of commissioners of public housing authorities.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 3871 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to posting of certain financial information of certain political subdivisions on the Internet.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Left pending in committee
HB 3876 84-0 (2015)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the issuance of local permits by a regulatory agency of a political subdivision; limiting the amount of a fee.
House: Land & Resource Management
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3939 84-0 (2015)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the requirements for construction contracts for certain public works projects.
House: Business & Industry
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3993 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to certain programs established by a municipality to provide affordable housing.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 4011 84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to reporting and monitoring requirements related to fire protection sprinkler systems in residential high-rise buildings.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 4051 84-0 (2015)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the authority of a municipality to adopt requirements for the installation of fire protection sprinkler systems.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 4053 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to posting certain comprehensive annual financial reports on the Internet.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Left pending in committee
HB 4061 84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James
Relating to the regulation of firearms, air guns, ammunition, and firearm and air gun supplies; imposing a civil penalty.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4070 84-0 (2015)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the adoption or enforcement of laws relating to labor by a political subdivision.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 4080 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smithee, John | et. al.
Relating to optional annuity increases for certain retirees and beneficiaries of the Texas Municipal Retirement System.
House: Pensions
Committee report sent to Calendars
HJR 35 84-0 (2015)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Proposing a constitutional amendment to allow the voters of Bexar County to adopt a charter that restructures and empowers the county government and that may allow the integration of the county government with certain other political subdivisions located wholly or partly in the county.
House: County Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HR 3488 84-0 (2015)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1295.
Reported enrolled
SB 12 84-0 (2015)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: Landgraf, Brooks | et. al.
Relating to alternative fuel fleets of certain governmental entities, including funding for motor vehicles, infrastructure, and equipment.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 48 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the events eligible for funding from the Major Events trust fund.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 58 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Faircloth, Wayne
Relating to the enforcement of commercial vehicle safety standards by certain municipalities and counties.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 68 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the minimum wage, including authorizing a county or municipality to establish a minimum wage.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 92 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to regulation of certain credit services organizations and to certain extensions of consumer credit the organizations obtain for a consumer or assist a consumer in obtaining.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 121 84-0 (2015)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to credit services organizations and extensions of consumer credit facilitated by credit services organizations; providing civil and administrative penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
SB 185 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement of state and federal laws governing immigration by certain governmental entities.
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 267 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the regulation by a municipality or county of the rental or leasing of housing accommodations.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 318 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: King, Susan Lewis
Relating to the amount the Texas Military Preparedness Commission may grant to local governmental entities for certain purposes.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
SB 336 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the right of municipal officers to obtain information, documents, and records.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Urban Affairs
SB 343 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to the conformity of local law with state law.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 440 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to the authority of a county or municipality to prohibit hydraulic fracturing treatment.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 445 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to public agreements or contracts related to United Nations Agenda 21.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 456 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to establishing a uniform one-half mile extraterritorial jurisdiction limit for municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 497 84-0 (2015)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the use of money in a tax increment fund to pay costs related to public improvements used for social services programs and permanent supportive housing that promotes the development or redevelopment of a reinvestment zone.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 506 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision of this state to execute certain contracts for the use or acquisition of personal property.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 532 84-0 (2015)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the creation of regional emergency communications districts; authorizing the issuance of bonds; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 582 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Harless, Patricia
Relating to training courses for certain food handlers.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 616 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to eliminating authority of municipalities to annex for limited purposes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 673 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the funding and issuing of marriage licenses and certifications and the recognition of certain marriages.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 696 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to increasing the fee on conviction paid by a defendant for a peace officer committing or releasing the defendant.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 710 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to the organization of a municipal government as a Liberty City general-law municipality.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 720 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to prohibit hydraulic fracturing.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 803 84-0 (2015)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the validation of certain actions relating to municipal airport zoning regulations.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 809 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to governmental actions affecting private property rights in certain oil and gas wells.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 810 84-0 (2015)
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.Sponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to the authority of an independent school district to contract with a municipality for the design, improvement, or construction of an instructional facility, stadium, or other athletic facility.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 837 84-0 (2015)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Workman, Paul
Relating to a common characteristic or use project in a public improvement district in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 846 84-0 (2015)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to abolish the permanent resident hotel occupancy tax exemption.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 852 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the disclosure of interested parties by persons contracting with governmental entities and state agencies.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 878 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to a limitation on the expansion of certain landfills.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 879 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the review by certain governmental entities of a permit application for a solid waste facility.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 882 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to municipal authority to regulate wind turbines in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of the municipality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 883 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the applicability of certain unfunded mandates on political subdivisions.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1013 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to periodic zero-based budgeting for certain political subdivisions.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 1029 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to undertake a qualified hotel project.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1113 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the transfer of certain state real property to the City of San Marcos.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1155 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibition of certain regulations by a county, municipality, or other political subdivision.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1184 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don | et. al.Sponsor: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to the governance of a regional mobility authority.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1254 84-0 (2015)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to transparency in economic development negotiations involving a governmental body and a business prospect.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1281 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the authority of a local government to participate in a cooperative purchasing program with local governments of this state or another state.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1288 84-0 (2015)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to a prohibition on local solid waste management regulations that are inconsistent with a permit or regulations of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1318 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the local regulation of distance requirements for the possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages near public transportation stops.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1344 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to the removal of a tenant's personal property after a writ of possession has been issued in an eviction suit.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Industry
SB 1380 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the exemption of municipalities, certain metropolitan rapid transit authorities, and regional transit authorities from certain motor fuel taxes.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1387 84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain municipalities.
House: Public Health Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1389 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the border commerce coordinator.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1403 84-0 (2015)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the financing of convention center hotels in certain municipalities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1408 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the establishment of a matching grant program for community development in certain municipalities and counties.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 1436 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the setback requirements for a junkyard or an automotive wrecking and salvage yard; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Transportation Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1453 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to propose a fire control, prevention, and emergency medical services district.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1537 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to the authority of a county or municipality to enforce a smoking ban on the premises of certain businesses.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1550 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the provision of bags to customers of a business at the point of sale.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1552 84-0 (2015)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to additional functions of a commission panel of a municipal building and standards commission.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 1567 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the applicability to open-enrollment charter schools of certain laws regarding local governments and political subdivisions.
Senate: Education
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1593 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to regulation of the sale of fireworks by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1617 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to municipal regulation of passenger transportation for compensation.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1639 84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the procedures for municipal annexations.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Land & Resource Management
SB 1673 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to the preemption of a local law by state law.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1679 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don
Relating to procedures for a certain municipalities to adopt or amend a national model building code.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Urban Affairs
SB 1716 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ellis, RodneySponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to the governance of certain housing authorities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1719 84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the evaluation of an application for a low income housing tax credit.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1781 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Minjarez, Ina | et. al.
Relating to the euthanasia of animals in animal shelters located in certain counties.
House: State Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
SB 1806 84-0 (2015)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to limits on the regulatory authority of a municipality.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 1823 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 1895 84-0 (2015)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to certain programs established by a municipality to provide affordable housing.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1998 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to consideration of location of an offeror's principal place of business in awarding certain municipal contracts.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 2048 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Cook, Byron | et. al.
Relating to a privilege from disclosure to governmental units for certain evidence concerning sermons delivered by a religious leader.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
SR 1064 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. 1295.
Reported enrolled
HB 123 83-0 (2013)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.
Relating to an interlocal contract between a governmental entity and a purchasing cooperative to purchase roofing materials or services.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 151 83-0 (2013)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the adoption of a county charter by Bexar County.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 181 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zedler, Bill | et. al.
Relating to a prohibition against the construction or operation by a local governmental entity of a day labor center used to facilitate the employment of aliens not lawfully present in the United States.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 253 83-0 (2013)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the use of municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue in certain municipalities.
House: Ways & Means
No action taken in committee
HB 278 83-0 (2013)
Author: Craddick, Tom | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the liability of a municipality for certain space flight activities.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 334 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the residency requirement for certain elective offices of certain political subdivisions.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 335 83-0 (2013)
Author: Stickland, Jonathan | et. al.
Relating to the posting of certain notices for political subdivisions on the comptroller's Internet website.
House: Technology
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 339 83-0 (2013)
Author: Laubenberg, JodieSponsor: Paxton, Ken
Relating to the authority to propose the creation of a fire control, prevention, and emergency medical services district.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 483 83-0 (2013)
Author: Aycock, Jimmie DonSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to a public hearing held on the issue of making a payment in excess of the compensation contracted for by a political subdivision.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: Open Government
Effective immediately
HB 487 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to liability of certain persons assisting in man-made or natural disasters.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 488 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to county or municipal regulation of crafted precious metal dealers; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 540 83-0 (2013)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto | et. al.
Relating to regulation of residential tenancies by local governments.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 545 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, John | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a municipality to authorize the creation of a spaceport development corporation.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 601 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to the authority of general-law municipalities to restrict sex offenders from child safety zones in the municipality.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 752 83-0 (2013)
Author: Longoria, OscarSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the types of entities that are considered municipal water suppliers for purposes of the law governing the effect of the subdivision of certain land on certain irrigation water rights.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 811 83-0 (2013)
Author: Cook, Byron
Relating to the disposition of fines for traffic violations collected by certain municipalities and counties.
House: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 815 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to sunset review of certain municipal management districts.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
HB 889 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fallon, Pat | et. al.
Relating to the requirement that certain governmental bodies make audio and video recordings of open meetings available on the Internet.
House: Technology
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 960 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
Relating to ballot language for a proposition to approve the issuance of bonds by a county.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
HB 970 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Relating to regulation of cottage food products and cottage food production operations.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 975 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the requirements for obtaining an emergency medical services provider license.
Filed
HB 989 83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the fine or penalty for violation of a municipal rule, ordinance, or police regulation and municipal court jurisdiction to enforce certain violations.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
HB 1015 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the regulation of big cats and nonhuman primates; providing penalties.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Left pending in committee
HB 1030 83-0 (2013)
Author: Burnam, Lon | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to prohibit the sale of firearms on public property in certain circumstances.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 1044 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, CraigSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the operation of all-terrain vehicles and recreational off-highway vehicles; creating an offense.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1050 83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, BillSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to purchasing and other contracts by governmental entities.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: State Affairs
See remarks for effective date
HB 1094 83-0 (2013)
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.
Relating to authorizing assessments for water and energy improvements in districts designated by municipalities and counties.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 1124 83-0 (2013)
Author: Workman, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the creation of regional emergency communications districts; authorizing the issuance of bonds; authorizing a fee.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1177 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gooden, Lance | et. al.
Relating to the authority of general-law municipalities to restrict sex offenders from child safety zones in the municipality.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 1178 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gooden, Lance
Relating to municipal judicial and law enforcement authority on a segment of a highway or street that abuts property located in a municipality.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1207 83-0 (2013)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the repeal of public prevailing wage rate laws.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 1235 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dale, Tony
Relating to the operation of certain swimming pools by certain populous municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1274 83-0 (2013)
Author: Crownover, Myra
Relating to the authority of certain transportation authorities to create a local government corporation.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 1299 83-0 (2013)
Author: Stickland, Jonathan | et. al.
Relating to municipal regulation of electric stun guns, knives, and personal defense sprays.
House: Urban Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1312 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fletcher, Allen | et. al.
Relating to the reinstatement of a firefighter or police officer following a decision rendered by the Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission or an independent third party hearing examiner.
House: Urban Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 1335 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting a municipality from mandating the compensation paid to workers under a project financed by an economic development corporation receiving municipal money.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 1342 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the requirements for obtaining an emergency medical services provider license.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 1361 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to validating certain acts of the Lower Nueces River Water Supply District transferring real property rights.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 1372 83-0 (2013)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., SergioSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to filling certain vacancies on the governing body of certain home-rule municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on adoption of const. amendment
HB 1427 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sheffield, RalphSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the donation of surplus real property by certain municipalities.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1449 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to licensing and regulation of dog and cat dealers; providing penalties and imposing fees.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 1496 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Van | et. al.
Relating to governmental actions affecting private property rights in certain oil and gas wells.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 1509 83-0 (2013)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the enforcement of water conservation and animal care and control ordinances of a municipality by civil action or quasi-judicial enforcement; providing civil penalties.
House: Urban Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1553 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, JustinSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the replatting of a subdivision without vacating the preceding plat in certain municipalities.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 1554 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, JustinSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the authority of municipalities to file a lien for the costs of abatement of a floodplain ordinance violation; providing a civil penalty.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1590 83-0 (2013)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to an exemption from certain municipal and county solid waste disposal service requirements.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1603 83-0 (2013)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the use of certain tax revenue to enhance and upgrade convention center facilities, multipurpose arenas, multiuse facilities, and related infrastructure in certain municipalities.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 1719 83-0 (2013)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to passenger security screening and reporting by certain local government airport operators.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1734 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gutierrez, RolandSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the authority of the mayors of certain municipalities to call a special meeting.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1768 83-0 (2013)
Author: Canales, TerrySponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to identification requirements for certain fire hydrants and flush valves.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1795 83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to authorizing broker agreements for the sale of real property by certain municipalities.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 1797 83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the authority to regulate certain water and sewage utilities to ensure public safety in and around certain municipalities.
House: Natural Resources
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1809 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the authority of a cultural education facilities finance corporation to acquire and finance certain public property projects.
House: Ways & Means
1 hr. notice-for reconsideration
HB 1813 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio III, EddieSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the authority of a municipality to confiscate packaged fireworks; providing an affirmative defense for possessing fireworks in certain circumstances.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1873 83-0 (2013)
Author: Simmons, Ron
Relating to a limitation on the expansion of certain landfills.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 1908 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to sports and community venue projects.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1912 83-0 (2013)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to public improvement districts designated by a municipality or county; authorizing assessments.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1935 83-0 (2013)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to authorizing certain general infrastructure projects to be undertaken by economic development corporations.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1966 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deshotel, JoeSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to a project that may be undertaken by certain development corporations in connection with infrastructure improvements necessary for municipal area development and revitalization.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 1967 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deshotel, JoeSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to use of sales and use tax proceeds by certain economic development corporations for certain job-related skills training.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 1973 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the provision of water by a public utility or water supply or sewer service corporation for use in fire suppression.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1977 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kuempel, John | et. al.
Relating to construction manager-agents and managers-at-risk used by governmental entities.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 2003 83-0 (2013)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the requirements for the incorporation of certain census-designated places as municipalities.
House: Land & Resource Management
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2021 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, EddieSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to contract for the collection of certain amounts; authorizing a fee.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2053 83-0 (2013)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to temporarily holding certain arrested persons in municipal jails.
House: Corrections
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2068 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to establishment and functions of certain urban land bank programs.
House: Urban Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2077 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to municipal fees in certain populous municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2164 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the delegation of authority by the governing body of a political subdivision during a disaster.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 2181 83-0 (2013)
Author: Stephenson, Phil | et. al.
Relating to authorizing development corporations to finance projects to support primary job training facilities and programs at certain educational institutions.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2187 83-0 (2013)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to the duties of a law enforcement agency regarding the immigration status of an arrested person and the enforcement of an immigration detainer.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2220 83-0 (2013)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to county or municipal regulation of crafted precious metal dealers; providing a criminal penalty; authorizing a fee.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2259 83-0 (2013)
Author: Moody, JoeSponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to circumstances under which a vacancy on the governing body occurs in certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2274 83-0 (2013)
Author: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the use of municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue to enhance and upgrade sports facilities in certain municipalities.
House: Ways & Means
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2300 83-0 (2013)
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to funding and donations for county transportation projects, including projects of county energy transportation reinvestment zones.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2319 83-0 (2013)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate churches that provide overnight shelter for children.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2335 83-0 (2013)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to state contracting issues, including the duties of the comptroller, quality assurance team, and Contract Advisory Team.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 2350 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Relating to certain property insurance coverage available through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and other entities, the operation of those entities, and activities to pay and reduce losses under that coverage.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
HB 2366 83-0 (2013)
Author: Oliveira, René
Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to seize certain real property for the payment of delinquent ad valorem taxes and the amount secured by certain liens.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2471 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the exception of certain information related to the humane disposition by a local government of an unclaimed stray animal from required disclosure under the public information law.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2502 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the authority of a municipality to require owners of real property to keep the property free of certain conditions.
House: Urban Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2580 83-0 (2013)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the authority of municipalities to create freight rail districts that have the powers of rural rail transportation districts; granting the power of eminent domain.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 2606 83-0 (2013)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to an entrance examination for a position in a fire department of certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2641 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the criteria for designation of an area as a reinvestment zone for purposes of tax increment financing.
House: Ways & Means
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2692 83-0 (2013)
Author: Crownover, Myra
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to establish an economic development program to promote the construction of small-scale electric generating facilities.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2695 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to municipal authority to regulate wind turbines in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of the municipality.
House: Urban Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 2718 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the cultural and fine arts district program administered by the Texas Commission on the Arts.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2730 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to sales and use tax imposed by boards of certain municipal transit departments.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2752 83-0 (2013)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.
Relating to the development and operation of advanced brackish desalination projects.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2757 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to authorizing a municipality to file a lien on homestead property for the costs incurred by the municipality related to a dangerous structure on the property.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
HB 2781 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fletcher, AllenSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to rainwater harvesting and other water conservation initiatives.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2860 83-0 (2013)
Author: Harless, Patricia
Relating to requiring the attorney general to obtain an injunction against a municipality or county that adopts prohibited regulations regarding firearms, ammunition, or firearm supplies.
House: State Affairs
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 2896 83-0 (2013)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the period for which eligibility lists for beginning positions in certain municipal fire departments are effective.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2908 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to authority of a municipality to adopt certain ordinances.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2953 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate a business or occupational license holder.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2975 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gonzalez, NaomiSponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the merger of housing authorities in certain municipalities and counties.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2981 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the procedures and duties of animal shelters and rescue organizations; providing penalties; authorizing a fee.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3052 83-0 (2013)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the date on which a municipality may hold a general election.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
HB 3084 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to authorizing a municipal clerk to file documents electronically for recording with a county clerk.
House: Urban Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3089 83-0 (2013)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to limitations on the application of certain municipal regulations to local permits.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 3165 83-0 (2013)
Author: Stickland, Jonathan
Relating to local government photographic monitoring systems.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 3194 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to consolidate.
House: Urban Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3202 83-0 (2013)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the selection process for construction managers-at-risk used by local governments.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 3222 83-0 (2013)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the factors to be considered in determining the amount of certain administrative penalties imposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 3231 83-0 (2013)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to local regulation regarding the sale of certain abusable drugs.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
HB 3255 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to the sale of soil products by a political subdivision.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 3263 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miller, Doug
Relating to the payment of fees and other costs by credit card, debit card or electronic means in municipalities and counties.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3350 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, EddieSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to homestead preservation districts and reinvestment zones.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 3354 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the retention of and the required disclosure under the public information law of certain complaints alleging official oppression.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Referred to Government Efficiency & Reform
HB 3360 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to periodic reauthorization of municipal building permit fees.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3447 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gutierrez, RolandSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the establishment and functions of certain urban land banks.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
