HB 3
87-0 (2021)
Author: Burrows, DustinSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the authority of the legislature, governor, and certain political subdivisions with respect to disasters, including pandemic disasters, and emergencies.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Senate appoints conferees-reported
HB 10
87-0 (2021)
Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.
Relating to the governance of the Public Utility Commission of Texas, the Office of Public Utility Counsel, and an independent organization certified to manage a power region.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Placed on intent calendar
HB 15
87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas brain university research initiative.
House: Higher Education Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
HB 59
87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Relating to the elimination of school district maintenance and operations ad valorem taxes and the creation of a joint interim committee on the elimination of those taxes.
House: Ways & Means
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 136
87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to the confidentiality and reporting of certain information on maternal mortality to the Department of State Health Services and to a work group establishing a maternal mortality and morbidity data registry.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 602
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the provision of comprehensive health care benefits coverage through a publicly funded program to be known as the Healthy Texas Program; authorizing a fee.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
HB 710
87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to statements on the impact of legislation on childhood racial disparity.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 758
87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the creation of a commission to review certain laws of this state that restrict the rights or activities of persons convicted of a felony offense and to make certain recommendations regarding those laws.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
HB 816
87-0 (2021)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a commission to review certain penal laws of this state and to make certain recommendations regarding those laws, to criminal offenses previously compiled in statutes outside the Penal Code, to repealing certain of those offenses, and to conforming punishments for certain of those offenses to the penalty structure provided in the Penal Code; increasing the punishment for the criminal offenses of sedition, sabotage, and capital sabotage; imposing a civil penalty.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Received from the House
HB 933
87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to inspection procedures in and a legislative oversight committee for certain long-term care facilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1003
87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the establishment of the private child care task force.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 1044
87-0 (2021)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to establishing the Texas Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission to study and address the impacts of climate change in this state.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 1077
87-0 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to certain adjustments to the taxable value of property of certain school districts and the reduction of Foundation School Program funds received by certain school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 1180
87-0 (2021)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to the creation of the Fiscal Risk Management Commission.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 1215
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Sovereignty Act.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1234
87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the duties of the Task Force on Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 1335
87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to a periodic review and expiration dates of state and local tax preferences.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1359
87-0 (2021)
Author: Biedermann, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to proposing a referendum to the people of the State of Texas on the question of whether this state should leave the United States of America and establish an independent republic.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1395
87-0 (2021)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to ad valorem taxation.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1550
87-0 (2021)
Author: Cyrier, John
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Postponed
HB 1576
87-0 (2021)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the creation of a work group on blockchain matters concerning this state.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1731
87-0 (2021)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony | et. al.
Relating to protection of the electric power transmission and distribution system.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1732
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John | et. al.
Relating to establishing a joint select committee to study the feasibility and sustainability of providing a cost-of-living adjustment applicable to certain benefits paid by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
House: House Administration
Left pending in committee
HB 1848
87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the date of the general primary election to be held in 2022.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
HB 1867
87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the creation of the Texas Commission on Assessment and Accountability.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 1942
87-0 (2021)
Author: VanDeaver, Gary | et. al.
Relating to the adult high school charter school program.
House: Public Education
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2000
87-0 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the funding of projects by the Texas Water Development Board to promote utility reliability, resiliency, efficiency, conservation, and demand reduction; authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds.
House: State Affairs
Received from the House
HB 2019
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hefner, Cole
Relating to a study of the conversion of surface mine pits and quarries to water storage reservoirs in order to enhance this state's available water supply.
House: House Administration
Left pending in committee
HB 2021
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to the acceptance, rejection, and uses of certain money provided by the federal government to this state.
House: Appropriations
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2154
87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to a peace officer training advisory committee.
House: House Administration
Referred to House Administration
HB 2199
87-0 (2021)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the establishment of the digital identity work group.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 2355
87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the creation of a task force to study the legal and societal barriers to equality for persons who are transgender.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2497
87-0 (2021)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the establishment and duties of the Texas 1836 Project.
House: State Affairs Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2522
87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the governing body of the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2689
87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the creation of the Climate Change Impact Assessment Council.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 2902
87-0 (2021)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a task force to study factors contributing to disproportionate COVID-19 outcomes.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 2930
87-0 (2021)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the Texas Sovereignty Act.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2937
87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the historically underutilized business task force.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2982
87-0 (2021)
Author: Paul, Dennis
Relating to the creation of a joint interim committee to study the reliability of the ERCOT electric grid.
House: House Administration
Left pending in committee
HB 2996
87-0 (2021)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to the creation of a state-administered retirement plan; authorizing administrative penalties.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 3298
87-0 (2021)
Author: Allison, Steve | et. al.Sponsor: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to computer science and technology education, training, and curriculum.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Placed on intent calendar
HB 3351
87-0 (2021)
Author: Pacheco, Leo | et. al.
Relating to establishing the Texas Commission on Community College Finance.
House: Higher Education
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3487
87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the composition of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3537
87-0 (2021)
Author: Paul, Dennis
Relating to the feasibility of creating and maintaining a coastal barrier system.
House: House Administration
Left pending in committee
HB 3633
87-0 (2021)
Author: Leman, Ben | et. al.
Relating to establishing a High-Speed Rail Legislative Review Committee; authorizing a fee.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 3638
87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the establishment of the African American studies advisory board by the State Board of Education.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
HB 3643
87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Ken | et. al.Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the creation of the Texas Commission on Virtual Education.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 3667
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to the establishment of the School Psychologists Shortage Task Force.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 3685
87-0 (2021)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to the creation of a work group to undertake a study of the Employees Retirement System of Texas.
House: House Administration
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3707
87-0 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a commission to recommend improvements to funding for special education in public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 3791
87-0 (2021)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Electric Grid Security and Emergency Preparedness Advisory Council.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3938
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bell, Keith | et. al.Sponsor: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the industry-based certification advisory council and the transfer of certain duties to that advisory council.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 3973
87-0 (2021)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to a study on abandoned oil and gas wells in this state and the use of the oil and gas regulation and cleanup fund.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 4017
87-0 (2021)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to legislative oversight of investment in state agency information technology improvement and modernization projects.
House: House Administration
Left pending in committee
HB 4018
87-0 (2021)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to legislative oversight and funding of improvement and modernization projects for state agency information resources.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
HB 4056
87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the establishment of a committee to study the formation of a Texas Bicentennial Commission.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
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 4206
87-0 (2021)
Author: Allison, Steve | et. al.
Relating to a study of the desirability, feasibility, and effects of limiting the appraised value of real property for ad valorem tax purposes to the value when the owner acquired the property and determining that value on the basis of the purchase price of the property, if applicable.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 4237
87-0 (2021)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the authorization, licensing, and regulation of casino gaming in this state and the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming Commission; imposing and authorizing administrative and civil penalties; imposing a tax; imposing and authorizing fees; requiring occupational licenses; creating criminal offenses; making an appropriation.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4294
87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the organization and efficient operation of the legislative branch of state government through joint entities.
House: House Administration Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 4482
87-0 (2021)
Author: Slawson, Shelby | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Emergency Powers Board and its powers during a declared state of disaster or public health disaster.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4551
87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the creation of a commission to study land titles.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4560
87-0 (2021)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the Public Utility Commission of Texas, the Office of the Public Utility Counsel, and the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HJR 21
87-0 (2021)
Author: Craddick, Tom
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of and use of money in the Grow Texas fund and allocating certain general revenues to that fund, the economic stabilization fund, and the state highway fund.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HJR 60
87-0 (2021)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the lieutenant governor and speaker of the house of representatives to call the legislature into special session on petition of at least two-thirds of the members of each house of the legislature in response to a fiscal crisis, war, natural disaster, or emergency.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HJR 82
87-0 (2021)
Author: Craddick, Tom | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of and use of money in the Grow Texas fund and allocating certain general revenues to that fund, the economic stabilization fund, and the state highway fund.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HJR 114
87-0 (2021)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing procedures to fill a vacancy in the office of Speaker of the House of Representatives.
House: House Administration
Left pending in committee
HJR 152
87-0 (2021)
Author: Raney, John | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment regarding certain organizational and procedural matters related to the legislature.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 2
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the governance of the Public Utility Commission of Texas, the Office of Public Utility Counsel, and an independent organization certified to manage a power region.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 3
87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Paddie, Chris
Relating to preparing for, preventing, and responding to weather emergencies and power outages; increasing the amount of administrative and civil penalties.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
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 108
87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to statements on the impact of legislation on childhood racial disparity.
Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
SB 264
87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Research Consortium to Cure Infectious Diseases (TRANSCEND); authorizing the issuance of bonds.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 422
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the establishment of the Emergency Powers Board and its powers during a declared state of disaster or public health disaster.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 699
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to a study of the conversion of surface mine pits and quarries to water storage reservoirs in order to enhance this state's available water supply.
House: House Administration Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to House Administration
SB 711
87-0 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 966
87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to legislative oversight during a public health disaster or public health emergency, including the establishment of a legislative public health oversight board.
House: State Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 995
87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the disaster reinvestment and infrastructure planning board and the creation of the disaster reinvestment and infrastructure planning revolving fund; making an appropriation.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1076
87-0 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the creation of a work group on blockchain matters concerning this state.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1077
87-0 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the establishment of the digital identity work group.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1128
87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to pollinator health.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
SB 1184
87-0 (2021)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the creation of the Commission on Texas Workforce of the Future.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1198
87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the establishment of the industry-based certification advisory council and the transfer of certain duties to that advisory council.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1230
87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.Sponsor: Pacheco, Leo
Relating to establishing the Texas Commission on Community College Finance.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1266
87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the feasibility of creating and maintaining a coastal barrier system.
House: House Administration Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to House Administration
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 1537
87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the creation of a state-administered retirement plan; authorizing administrative penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1615
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.Sponsor: VanDeaver, Gary | et. al.
Relating to the adult high school charter school program.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date
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 1682
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the funding of utility reliability projects by the Texas Water Development Board and other entities; authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds, granting rulemaking authority, and making an appropriation.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
SB 1806
87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the creation of the Task Force on Prevention and Investigation of Violent Crime.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1827
87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Holland, Justin
Relating to the creation of the opioid abatement account, an opioid abatement trust fund, and a statewide opioid settlement agreement.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
SB 1896
87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Frank, James B. | et. al.
Relating to the provision of health and human services by the Department of Family and Protective Services and the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 1966
87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the creation of a Texas Commission on Assessment and Accountability.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SJR 20
87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the lieutenant governor and speaker of the house of representatives to call the legislature into special session on petition of at least two-thirds of the members of each house of the legislature in response to a fiscal crisis, war, natural disaster, or emergency.
Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
SJR 33
87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the lieutenant governor and speaker of the house of representatives to call the legislature into special session and to designate the subjects of legislation considered at certain special sessions.
Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
SJR 43
87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission and providing redistricting procedures for state legislative, state judicial, and congressional districts.
Senate: Redistricting, Special
Referred to Redistricting, Special
HB 77
87-1 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to establishing a joint select committee to study the feasibility and sustainability of providing a cost-of-living adjustment applicable to certain benefits paid by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
Filed
HB 80
87-1 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Relating to the elimination of school district maintenance and operations ad valorem taxes and the creation of a joint interim committee on the elimination of those taxes.
Filed
HB 105
87-1 (2021)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to a study of the impact, feasibility, and advisability of adopting a property tax system in which the disclosure of the sales price of real property is required by law.
Filed
HB 241
87-1 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to a forensic audit of 2020 election results in certain counties.
Filed
HJR 27
87-1 (2021)
Author: Raney, John | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment regarding certain organizational and procedural matters related to the legislature.
Filed
HB 26
87-2 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to a forensic audit of 2020 election results in certain counties.
Filed
HB 71
87-2 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the creation of the Climate Change Impact Assessment Council.
Filed
HB 83
87-2 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the elimination of school district maintenance and operations ad valorem taxes and the creation of a joint interim committee on the elimination of those taxes.
Filed
HB 158
87-2 (2021)
Author: Allison, Steve | et. al.
Relating to a study of the desirability, feasibility, and effects of various measures to limit or reduce the burden of ad valorem taxes on property owners.
Filed
HB 181
87-2 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the funding of projects by the Texas Water Development Board to promote utility reliability, resiliency, efficiency, conservation, and demand reduction; authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds.
Filed
HB 225
87-2 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John | et. al.
Relating to establishing a joint select committee to study the feasibility and sustainability of providing a cost-of-living adjustment applicable to certain benefits paid by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
Filed
HB 17
87-3 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to a forensic audit of 2020 election results in certain counties.
Filed
HB 91
87-3 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Relating to the elimination of school district maintenance and operations ad valorem taxes and the creation of a joint interim committee on the elimination of those taxes.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 97
87-3 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the funding of projects by the Texas Water Development Board to promote utility reliability, resiliency, efficiency, conservation, and demand reduction; authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds.
Filed
SB 1
87-3 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.Sponsor: Meyer, Morgan | et. al.
Relating to an increase in the amount of the exemption of residence homesteads from ad valorem taxation by a school district and the protection of school districts against the resulting loss in local revenue.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
SB 52
87-3 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education, the oversight of certain capital projects at those institutions, and the designation of certain appropriated funds allocated to those institutions.
House: Appropriations Senate: Higher Education
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 10
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas Mental and Behavioral Health Research Institute.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on intent calendar
HB 117
86-0 (2019)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to inspection procedures in certain long-term care facilities and the creation of a long-term care legislative oversight committee.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 226
86-0 (2019)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the creation of a commission to review certain penal laws of this state and to make certain recommendations regarding those laws, to criminal offenses previously compiled in statutes outside the Penal Code, to repealing certain of those offenses, and to conforming punishments for certain of those offenses to the penalty structure provided in the Penal Code; increasing the punishment for the criminal offenses of sedition, sabotage, and capital sabotage; imposing a civil penalty.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 236
86-0 (2019)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to the creation of the Fiscal Risk Management Commission.
House: Appropriations
Left pending in committee
HB 274
86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the disaster reinvestment and infrastructure planning board and the creation of the disaster reinvestment and infrastructure planning revolving fund; making an appropriation.
House: Appropriations - S/C on Infrastructure, Resiliency & Invest
Received from the House
HB 297
86-0 (2019)
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Relating to the public school finance system, the elimination of school district maintenance and operations ad valorem taxes, and the creation of a joint interim committee on the elimination of those taxes.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 350
86-0 (2019)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to the composition of the cybersecurity council.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 711
86-0 (2019)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to certain adjustments to the taxable value of property of certain school districts and the reduction of Foundation School Program funds received by certain school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 787
86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to a study on the state certification of music therapists.
House: Public Health
Received from the House
HB 801
86-0 (2019)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a task force to conduct a comprehensive study on flood control infrastructure for Harris County.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 855
86-0 (2019)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the creation of a committee on licensing standards for certain facilities licensed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 928
86-0 (2019)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to establishing the Texas Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission to study and address the impacts of climate change in this state.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 939
86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to contributions and expenditures made in connection with a campaign for speaker of the house of representatives.
House: House Administration
Referred to House Administration
HB 1193
86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the establishment of the private child care task force.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 1225
86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to the re-creation of the Chronic Kidney Disease Task Force.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1302
86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to the creation of the Texas Mental Health Research Institute; authorizing the issuance of bonds.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 1347
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Sovereignty Act.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1370
86-0 (2019)
Author: Harris, Cody | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a joint interim committee on high-speed rail development.
House: House Administration
Left pending in committee
HB 1377
86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the creation of a commission to review certain laws of this state that restrict the rights or activities of persons convicted of a felony offense and to make certain recommendations regarding those laws.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1578
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to establishing the Mental Health Crisis and Suicide Prevention Task Force.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 1620
86-0 (2019)
Author: Cyrier, John
Relating to legislative oversight of deferred maintenance projects.
House: House Administration
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 1800
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to the Texas resilience infrastructure fund; authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds; making an appropriation.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 1836
86-0 (2019)
Author: Biedermann, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to the preservation, maintenance, and restoration of the Alamo Cenotaph; granting the power of eminent domain.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Left pending in committee
HB 1900
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bonnen, GregSponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to certain operations and functions of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and studies relating to the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and the Fair Access to Insurance Requirements Plan; authorizing a penalty; authorizing an assessment.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 1960
86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the creation of the governor's broadband development council.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 1980
86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the creation of the Climate Change Impact Assessment Council.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 2025
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to legislative oversight of the issuance of driver's licenses and certain other forms of identification in this state.
House: House Administration
Received from the House
HB 2154
86-0 (2019)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks | et. al.
Relating to a commission to study the needs of areas of the state significantly affected by oil and gas production.
House: Appropriations - S/C on Infrastructure, Resiliency & Invest
Point of order sustained
HB 2238
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hefner, Cole
Relating to a study of the feasibility of converting quarries and surface mine pits for use as water storage reservoirs to enhance this state's available water supply.
House: House Administration
Left pending in committee
HB 2306
86-0 (2019)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to a study regarding the public health considerations of transportation planning.
House: House Administration
Left pending in committee
HB 2327
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Relating to preauthorization of certain medical care and health care services by certain health benefit plan issuers and to the regulation of utilization review, independent review, and peer review for health benefit plan and workers' compensation coverage.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
House adopts conf. comm. report-reported
HB 2703
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to a work group on the establishment of a maternal mortality and morbidity data registry.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2783
86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the establishment of the Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome Advisory Council.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2948
86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the creation of an advisory panel to study and compile a report on best management practices and funding mechanisms for the prevention, mitigation, and abatement of windblown and waterborne litter in communities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 2984
86-0 (2019)
Author: Allison, Steve | et. al.Sponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the essential knowledge and skills of the technology applications curriculum and the establishment of a computer science strategic advisory committee to increase computer science instruction and participation in public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 3024
86-0 (2019)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to the feasibility of creating and maintaining a coastal barrier system.
House: House Administration
Left pending in committee
HB 3040
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to an interim study by the Texas Commission on Judicial Selection regarding the method by which certain trial and appellate judges are selected.
House: House Administration Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 3061
86-0 (2019)
Author: Allison, Steve | et. al.
Relating to an interim study regarding the method by which certain trial and appellate judges are selected.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3073
86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Ken
Relating to a joint interim study regarding the spreading of risk and costs related to certain natural disasters across the state by property and casualty insurance companies.
House: House Administration
Left pending in committee
HB 3298
86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to a periodic review and expiration dates of state and local tax preferences.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3495
86-0 (2019)
Author: Cole, Sheryl
Relating to the creation of a wet debris study group.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 3511
86-0 (2019)
Author: VanDeaver, Gary | et. al.Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Commission on Texas Workforce of the Future.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Education
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 3818
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the establishment of the work-based learning task force.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3950
86-0 (2019)
Author: Frank, James B. | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Joint Committee on Child Welfare.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Senate Amendments Analysis distributed
HB 3960
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Relating to rate filings by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3987
86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the creation of a study of TRS-ActiveCare administered by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 4009
86-0 (2019)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to the establishment, operation, and funding of victim-offender mediation programs; authorizing fees.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 4037
86-0 (2019)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the creation of a state-administered retirement plan; authorizing administrative penalties.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 4127
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to the Healthy Texas Program; authorizing a fee.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
HB 4181
86-0 (2019)
Author: Geren, CharlieSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the organization and efficient operation of the legislative branch of state government.
House: House Administration Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 4186
86-0 (2019)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a committee to recommend a framework to incorporate digital teaching and learning in public schools.
House: Public Education
Received from the House
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 4279
86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the Texas Water Development Board to establish, operate, and, through the issuance of general obligation bonds, finance a grant program to provide financial assistance to political subdivisions and the state for projects related to disaster recovery; disaster mitigation; or construct, repair, rehabilitate, or reconstruct state or local infrastructure.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 4390
86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the privacy of personal identifying information and the creation of the Texas Privacy Protection Advisory Council.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
HB 4517
86-0 (2019)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a work group on blockchain matters concerning this state.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4534
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the rates and other funding of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Considered in public hearing
HJR 57
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Proposing a constitutional amendment to set the salaries of members of the legislature and the lieutenant governor based on the average public school teacher salary in this state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HR 2
86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the nomination and election procedures for speaker.
Reported enrolled
SB 179
86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the establishment of a task force to conduct a comprehensive study on flood control infrastructure for Harris County.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
SB 397
86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to funding of certain flood-related projects by the Texas Water Development Board and the reporting and administration of certain flood-related projects by the State Soil and Water Conservation Board.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
SB 401
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Cyrier, John
Relating to legislative oversight of deferred maintenance projects.
House: House Administration Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 539
86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to a study on the state certification of music therapists.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
SB 799
86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.Sponsor: Murphy, Jim
Relating to emergency management and disaster recovery.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
SB 949
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the game animal meat safety task force.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 962
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the determination of the sufficient balance of the economic stabilization fund for the purpose of allocating general revenue to that fund and the state highway fund.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 978
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to a study of the conversion of surface mine pits and quarries to water storage reservoirs in order to enhance this state's available water supply.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Received from the Senate
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 1082
86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.Sponsor: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to the feasibility of creating and maintaining a coastal barrier system.
House: House Administration Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 1130
86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a task force on father engagement in this state.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1206
86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the creation of the governor's broadband council.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1321
86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to a "Texas solution" to reforming and addressing issues related to the Medicaid program, including the creation of an alternative program designed to ensure health benefit plan coverage to certain low-income individuals through the private marketplace; requiring a fee.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1355
86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the work-based learning task force.
House: Public Education Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Public Education
SB 1411
86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the creation of a state-administered retirement plan; authorizing administrative penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1492
86-0 (2019)
Author: Whitmire, John | et. al.Sponsor: Collier, Nicole | et. al.
Relating to grand jury proceedings and establishing a commission to study improvements and alternatives to those proceedings.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1546
86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the re-creation of the Chronic Kidney Disease Task Force.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1661
86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to legislative oversight and funding of deferred maintenance projects.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1728
86-0 (2019)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to an interim study by the Texas Commission on Judicial Selection regarding the method by which certain trial and appellate judges are selected.
House: House Administration Senate: State Affairs
Referred to House Administration
SB 1742
86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Julie
Relating to physician and health care provider directories, preauthorization, utilization review, independent review, and peer review for certain health benefit plans and workers' compensation coverage.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 1785
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the composition of the cybersecurity council.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2180
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Ashby, Trent
Relating to the essential knowledge and skills of the technology applications curriculum and the establishment of a computer science strategic advisory committee to increase computer science instruction and participation in public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 2234
86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the establishment of the Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome Advisory Council.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 2431
86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the creation of a committee to recommend a framework to incorporate digital teaching and learning in public schools.
Senate: Education
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 2437
86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the authority of the Texas Water Development Board to establish, operate, and, through the issuance of general obligation bonds, finance a grant program to provide financial assistance to political subdivisions and the state for projects related to disaster recovery; disaster mitigation; or construct, repair, rehabilitate, or reconstruct state or local infrastructure.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
SB 2480
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the establishment of the Medicaid Waiver Legislative Oversight Committee.
House: House Administration Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to House Administration
SJR 56
86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission and providing redistricting procedures for state legislative, state judicial, and congressional districts.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 8
85-0 (2017)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to cybersecurity for state agency information resources.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 74
85-0 (2017)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to the Texas Balance of Powers Act.
House: State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select
Referred to State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select
HB 123
85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James
Relating to performance incentive funding for certain medical schools based on public health impact.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 138
85-0 (2017)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to the creation of the Fiscal Risk Management Commission.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 870
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the study of public education performance.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 958
85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Justin | et. al.
Relating to an interim study regarding the method by which certain trial and appellate judges are selected.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 1320
85-0 (2017)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to certain adjustments to the taxable value of property of certain school districts and the reduction of Foundation School Program funds received by certain school districts.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 1376
85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to a study on the state certification of music therapists.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 1384
85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to contributions and expenditures made in connection with a campaign for speaker of the house of representatives.
House: General Investigating & Ethics Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1387
85-0 (2017)
Author: Meyer, Morgan
Relating to the membership, powers, and duties of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1397
85-0 (2017)
Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Joint Committee to Review the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1549
85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the provision of services by the Department of Family and Protective Services, including child protective services and prevention and early intervention services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 1551
85-0 (2017)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a commission to review certain penal laws of this state and certain recommendations regarding those laws, to criminal offenses previously compiled in statutes outside the Penal Code, to repealing certain of those offenses, and to conforming punishments for certain of those offenses to the penalty structure provided in the Penal Code; increasing the punishment for sabotage and sedition; imposing a civil penalty.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1850
85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to creation of a task force to study the effects of population growth on counties in this state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1994
85-0 (2017)
Author: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to the creation of a joint interim committee to study health care costs and the transparency of health care costs and health benefits.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
HB 2140
85-0 (2017)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the creation of an advisory panel to study and compile a report on best management practices and funding mechanisms for the prevention, mitigation, and abatement of windblown and waterborne litter and illegal dumping in communities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 2338
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Sovereignty Act.
House: State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4009
85-0 (2017)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the creation of the Texas Slavery and Segregation Commission.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HR 2
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Providing for the election of the speaker of the house.
Reported enrolled
SB 936
85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a joint interim committee to undertake a study of the public retirement systems of this state.
House: Pensions Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1195
85-0 (2017)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to studies and reports on the prosecution of criminal cases involving abusable synthetic substances.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1210
85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the creation of an advisory committee to review special education programs available in public schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 2015
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the Texas Sovereignty Act.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SJR 7
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Proposing a constitutional amendment regarding the execution or enforcement of federal laws that violate the Bill of Rights of the Texas Constitution.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 24
85-1 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to protection of energy critical infrastructure.
Filed
HB 20
84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the operations of and transportation planning and expenditures by the Texas Department of Transportation and planning organizations.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 98
84-0 (2015)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Balance of Powers Act.
House: State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 177
84-0 (2015)
Author: Zedler, Bill | et. al.Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the research, collection, and use of adult stem cells.
House: State Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 236
84-0 (2015)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to the creation of the Fiscal Risk Management Commission.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 543
84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the creation of a specialty court for certain first-time DWI offenders; imposing fees for participation and alcohol monitoring.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 911
84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to the composition of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1543
84-0 (2015)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Advisory Council on Hispanic Affairs in the office of the governor.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1602
84-0 (2015)
Author: Peña, Gilbert
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Commission on Immigration and Migration and a migrant worker visa pilot project.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1701
84-0 (2015)
Author: Villalba, Jason
Relating to the approval period for a proposal for an award of a grant from the Texas Enterprise Fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
HB 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 2203
84-0 (2015)
Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Joint Committee to Review the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2289
84-0 (2015)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to the security of the electric grid.
House: State Affairs
Reported favorably as substituted
HB 2373
84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the creation of a task force to conduct a study and develop recommendations to alleviate the incidence of gun violence in this state.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 2378
84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to a periodic review and expiration dates of state and local tax preferences.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2614
84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to a peace officer training advisory committee.
House: Emerging Issues In Texas Law Enforcement, Select
Left pending in committee
HB 2974
84-0 (2015)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the systems and programs administered by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
House: Pensions Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 3054
84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the dissemination of criminal history record information by the Department of Public Safety concerning the offense of intoxication manslaughter and to a task force to reduce habitual driving while intoxicated.
Filed
HB 3282
84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the coordination of, communication of best practices concerning, and collection of information pertaining to the provision of evidence-based behavioral services for students with autism spectrum disorder in this state.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3474
84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to issues affecting counties and other governmental entities.
House: County Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Senate discharges conferees
HB 3509
84-0 (2015)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to contributions and expenditures made in connection with a campaign for speaker of the house of representatives.
House: General Investigating & Ethics
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3746
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the study of public education performance.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3750
84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to interim studies on real property owned by the state.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 4028
84-0 (2015)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a committee to recommend a new system for student assessment and public school accountability.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
HB 4056
84-0 (2015)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to inspection procedures in certain long-term care facilities and the creation of a long-term care legislative oversight committee; providing penalties.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
HR 2
84-0 (2015)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Providing for the election of the speaker of the house.
Reported enrolled
SB 63
84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don | et. al.
Relating to the qualifications for and time that a person may serve in certain offices.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 200
84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Health and Human Services Commission and the provision of health and human services in this state.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
SB 208
84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Workforce Commission.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
See remarks for effective date
SB 459
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Advisory Council on Cultural Affairs in the office of the governor.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1200
84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.Sponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the creation of a commission to recommend a new system for student assessment and public school accountability.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1940
84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffman, JoanSponsor: Flynn, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a joint interim committee to undertake a study of health benefit plans administered by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
House: Pensions Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1953
84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Texas-Mexico Commission.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 2004
84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, Kevin | et. al.Sponsor: Geren, Charlie
Relating to deferred maintenance funding for state facilities.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
SB 2051
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the study of public education performance.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SJR 6
84-0 (2015)
Author: Huffines, Don | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to provide qualifications for and limit the time that a person may serve in certain offices.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
HB 4
83-0 (2013)
Author: Ritter, Allan | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the administration of the Texas Water Development Board and the funding of water projects by the board and other entities; authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
See remarks for effective date
HB 295
83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the creation of a commission to study drowsy driving.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 450
83-0 (2013)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the designation of a state climatologist and the operation of a state climate office.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 568
83-0 (2013)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a select committee to evaluate the effects of reduction in or elimination of federal funding on the state budget due to federal fiscal policy.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 724
83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a commission to study unclaimed land grant mineral proceeds.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 877
83-0 (2013)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Oversight Committee.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
HB 990
83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the establishment of a sentencing policy, accountability, and review council to develop means to assess the effect of sentencing practices and policies on state correctional resources and improve the efficiency of the state criminal justice system, to develop a plan regarding the prosecution of certain child offenders, and to review certain penal laws.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 1135
83-0 (2013)
Author: Villarreal, MikeSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to a study conducted by the Texas Department of Transportation regarding the production of and use of native seeds.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 1189
83-0 (2013)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to interstate cooperation to address regional water issues.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 1556
83-0 (2013)
Author: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to a periodic review of state and local tax preferences.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1633
83-0 (2013)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna | et. al.
Relating to creating an advisory committee to study child abuse and neglect fatalities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 1930
83-0 (2013)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Fiscal Risk Management Commission.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 2036
83-0 (2013)
Author: Branch, DanSponsor: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a commission to identify future higher education and workforce needs of this state and make related recommendations to address those needs by the state's bicentennial.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
HB 2050
83-0 (2013)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the creation of a task force to conduct a study and develop recommendations to alleviate the incidence of gun violence in this state.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 2203
83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to curriculum and end-of-course assessment requirements for high school graduation, including the establishment of a workforce certification program and the elimination of certain tax discounts to fund the program.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 2205
83-0 (2013)
Author: Villarreal, Mike
Relating to the establishment of the Alamo Historic District Commission.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2355
83-0 (2013)
Author: White, James
Relating to a study comparing the business environments of Texas and Louisiana.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Left pending in committee
HB 2650
83-0 (2013)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the Criminal Justice Legislative Oversight Committee, the appointment of members, and the members' duties and responsibilities.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
HB 2686
83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the creation of a regional food economy and food access task force.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 2804
83-0 (2013)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the creation of a commission to review certain penal laws of this state.
House: Criminal Procedure Reform, Select
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2831
83-0 (2013)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to procedures for the house of representatives to convene and conduct business when the legislature is not in session; providing a penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2881
83-0 (2013)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the creation of the Task Force to Reduce Habitual Incidents of Driving While Intoxicated.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
HB 3409
83-0 (2013)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to a periodic review and expiration dates of state and local tax preferences.
House: Ways & Means
No action taken in committee
HB 3528
83-0 (2013)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the creation of the State Supported Living Center Realignment Commission.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HB 3791
83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to a "Texas solution" to reforming and addressing issues related to the Medicaid program, including the creation of an alternative program designed to ensure health benefit plan coverage to certain low-income individuals through the private marketplace; authorizing a fee.
House: Appropriations - S/C on Budget Transparency and Reform
Committee report sent to Calendars
HJR 148
83-0 (2013)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the creation of emergency response districts; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HR 2
83-0 (2013)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Providing for the election of the speaker of the house.
Reported enrolled
SB 2
83-0 (2013)
Author: Patrick, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Aycock, Jimmie Don
Relating to certain charter schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 4
83-0 (2013)
Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Relating to the administration and functions of the Texas Water Development Board; authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 84
83-0 (2013)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to regulation of health benefit plan issuers in this state.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 89
83-0 (2013)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a commission to investigate and prevent wrongful convictions.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Co-author authorized
SB 196
83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the Business Tax Advisory Committee.
Senate: Finance
Referred to s/c on Fiscal Matters by Chair
SB 1168
83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to interstate cooperation to address regional water issues.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1208
83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a regional food economy and food access task force.
Senate: Government Organization
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1336
83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Commission on Immigration and Migration and a migrant worker visa pilot project.
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Referred to Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
SB 1403
83-0 (2013)
Author: Patrick, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Aycock, Jimmie Don
Relating to public school teachers.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1682
83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to certain ethics requirements applicable to state agencies, including required disclosures by state contractors.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1739
83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the Criminal Justice Legislative Oversight Committee, the appointment of members, and the members' duties and responsibilities.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SJR 62
83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the creation of emergency and disaster response districts; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 43
83-2 (2013)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to the Texas emerging technology fund; redesignating the fund as the Texas Research Technology Fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
HB 671
82-0 (2011)
Author: Crownover, Myra
Relating to allowing the governor, and the lieutenant governor or another person when acting as governor, to retain executive authority while traveling within the contiguous 48 states of the continental United States.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 1727
82-0 (2011)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to the sale and sale and leaseback of certain state property.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2457
82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, John | et. al.Sponsor: Jackson, Mike | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Enterprise Fund and the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 3132
82-0 (2011)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the membership, powers, and duties of the State Preservation Board.
House: State Affairs
Companion considered in lieu of
HB 3706
82-0 (2011)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to measures in anticipation of federal legislation that would recognize the sovereignty of the states by providing each state with autonomy in determining whether and to what extent certain federal programs or mandates would apply in that state.
House: State Sovereignty, Select
Committee report sent to Calendars
HJR 65
82-0 (2011)
Author: Crownover, Myra
Proposing a constitutional amendment to provide that the governor, and the lieutenant governor when acting as governor, retain executive authority unless unavailable as provided by law.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HJR 67
82-0 (2011)
Author: Hartnett, Will
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to set the salary of the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house of representatives.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HR 100
82-0 (2011)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Providing for nominations for election as speaker of the house.
Reported enrolled
HR 101
82-0 (2011)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Providing for the election of the speaker of the house from nominations previously made.
Filed
HR 102
82-0 (2011)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Providing for the election of the speaker of the house from nominations previously made.
Filed
HR 2691
82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, John
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2457.
Reported enrolled
SB 1175
82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, John
Relating to the Texas Enterprise Fund and the Texas emerging technology fund.
House: Economic & Small Business Development Senate: Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1338
82-0 (2011)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the powers and duties of the State Preservation Board.
House: State Affairs Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
SR 1256
82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2457.
Reported enrolled
HB 3843
81-0 (2009)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the election of the speaker of the house of representatives.
House: Elections
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4444
81-0 (2009)
Author: Dunnam, Jim
Relating to the election of the speaker of the house of representatives; providing criminal penalties.
House: Elections
Committee report sent to Calendars
HJR 33
81-0 (2009)
Author: Gattis, Dan
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the house of representatives to provide for the removal of the speaker.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HR 70
81-0 (2009)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Providing for the receipt of nominations to elect the speaker of the house of representatives.
Reported enrolled
SB 1810
81-0 (2009)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.
Relating to allowing the governor, and the lieutenant governor or another person when acting as governor, to retain executive authority while traveling within the contiguous 48 states of the continental United States so long as effective communication links with this state are maintained.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
HJR 50
80-0 (2007)
Author: Jackson, Jim | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to require the election of the speaker of the house of representatives by a public vote conducted by a roll call vote or electronic voting machine.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HR 1
80-0 (2007)
Author: Hartnett, Will
Providing for the election of the speaker of the house of representatives.
Filed
HR 30
80-0 (2007)
Author: Hartnett, Will | et. al.
Providing for the election of the speaker.
Filed
HR 31
80-0 (2007)
Author: Merritt, Tommy
Providing for the election of the speaker.
Filed
HR 32
80-0 (2007)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Providing for the election of the speaker of the House of Representatives.
Filed
HR 33
80-0 (2007)
Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Relating to the nomination for the speaker of the House of Representatives.
Reported enrolled
HR 35
80-0 (2007)
Author: Hartnett, Will | et. al.
Providing for the election of the speaker of the House of Representatives.
Reported enrolled
HR 36
80-0 (2007)
Author: Vaught, Allen
Relating to speeches by candidates before the house.
Withdrawn
HR 2669
80-0 (2007)
Author: Smith, Todd
Providing for the election of the speaker.
House: Rules & Resolutions
Referred to Rules & Resolutions
HR 2671
80-0 (2007)
Author: Smith, Todd
Providing for the election of the speaker.
House: Rules & Resolutions
Referred to Rules & Resolutions
HR 2936
80-0 (2007)
Author: Merritt, Tommy | et. al.
Providing for the abolition of speaker pledge cards and for the election of the speaker.
Reported enrolled
HB 1606
78-0 (2003)
Author: Wolens, StevenSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to ethics of public servants, including the functions and duties of the Texas Ethics Commission; the regulation of political contributions, political advertising, lobbying, and conduct of public servants; and the reporting of political contributions and personal financial information; providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: Ethics, Select Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/03
HCR 295
78-0 (2003)
Author: Wolens, StevenSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make technical corrections to H.B. No. 1606.
Signed by the Governor
HCR 297
78-0 (2003)
Author: Hartnett, Will
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make technical corrections to H.B. No. 1606.
Tabled
SB 1335
78-0 (2003)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the organization, quorum requirements, and period of service of the directors of certain legislative agencies.
Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Government Organization
HJR 7
76-0 (1999)
Author: Shields, John
Proposing a constitutional amendment to impose term limits on the Governor, Lieutenant Governor and Speaker of the House of Representatives.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HR 2
74-0 (1995)
Author: Black, Layton | et. al.
Relating to the nomination and election procedures for the Speaker.
Reported enrolled
HB 2803
73-0 (1993)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to the election of the speaker of the house of representatives and political campaign funds used in a campaign for speaker of the house of representatives; providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in subcommittee
HR 20
73-0 (1993)
Author: Stiles, Mark | et. al.
Relating to the nomination and election procedures for speaker.
Reported enrolled
HJR 52
72-0 (1991)
Author: Kubiak, Dan | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the election of the speaker of the house of representatives by secret ballot and limiting the number of terms a member of the house may serve as speaker.
House: State Affairs
Coauthor Authorized
HR 13
71-0 (1989)
Author: Laney, James | et. al.
Relating to the procedures for the nomination and election of the speaker.
Reported enrolled
HR 9
70-0 (1987)
Author: Evans, Charles
Relating to election and nomination procedure for Speaker.
Reported enrolled
HCR 138
69-0 (1985)
Author: Millsap, MikeSponsor: Blake, Roy
Authorizing appointment of joint study committees during the legislative interim.
House: House Administration Senate: Administration, Special
Signed by the Governor
HR 3
69-0 (1985)
Author: Laney, James
Relating to election and nomination procedure for Speaker.
Reported enrolled
HR 13
68-0 (1983)
Author: Gibson, Jay
Relating to election and nomination of speaker.
SB 95
68-0 (1983)
Author: Blake, RoySponsor: Bomer, Elton
Relating to the authority of the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house of representatives to administer oaths, affidavits, and affirmations and to give a certificate of the fact.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
SCR 123
68-0 (1983)
Author: Blake, RoySponsor: Evans, Charles
Authorizing the lieutenant governor and speaker to appoint joint committees during the interim.
House: House Administration Senate: Administration, Special
Signed by the Governor
HB 1596
67-0 (1981)
Author: Ware, Bob
Relating to the filing of contribution and expenditure statement by candidates for speaker of the house of representatives.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Committee on State Affairs
HJR 10
67-0 (1981)
Author: Garcia, Matt
Proposing a constitutional amendment to limit the number of sessions that a person may serve as speaker of the house of representatives.
House: Constitutional Amendments
Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars
HJR 22
67-0 (1981)
Author: Garcia, A. C. "Tony"
Constitutional amendment to limit the number of terms an individual may serve as speaker.
House: Constitutional Amendments
Referred to subcommittee
HJR 30
67-0 (1981)
Author: Bock II, Bennie
Proposing a constitutional amendment to limit the number of years a person may serve as a speaker of the house of representatives.
House: Constitutional Amendments
Referred to subcommittee
HR 11
67-0 (1981)
Author: Semos, Chris V.
Relating to nomination procedure for Speaker.
Reported enrolled
HR 12
67-0 (1981)
Author: Washington, Craig
Relating to the use of ballots in the election procedure of the Speaker.
House: Rules
Referred to Committee on Rules
HR 70
67-2 (1982)
Author: Clayton, Bill
Commending the Speaker's staff.
HJR 52
66-0 (1979)
Author: Garcia, Matt
Proposing a constitutional amendment to limit the number of times a person may be elected speaker of the house of representatives.
House: Constitutional Amendments
Referred to Committee on Constitutional Amendments
HJR 64
66-0 (1979)
Author: Rains, Don
Proposing a constitutional amendment to provide for higher annual salaries for the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house of representatives.
House: Constitutional Amendments
Referred to subcommittee
HR 5
66-0 (1979)
Author: Close, G.R. "Bob"
Providing for election of the Speaker of the House by secret ballot.
House: Rules
Referred to Committee on Rules
HJR 23
65-0 (1977)
Author: Bryant, John W.
Proposing an amendment to the Texas Constitution to provide that the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house shall each receive an annual salary equal to two-thirds the annual salary of the governor.
House: Constitutional Amendments
Assigned to Constitutional Amendments Calendar
HJR 90
65-0 (1977)
Author: Head, Fred
Proposing an amendment of the Texas Constitution to provide that a member of the House of Representatives may not be elected to more than one term as Speaker of the House.
House: Constitutional Amendments
Referred to Committee on Constitutional Amendments
HR 7
65-0 (1977)
Author: Massey, Tom
Concerning the election of the Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Adopted
HR 9
65-2 (1978)
Author: Jones, Luther
Relating to amending Rule I of the Rules of the House of Representatives providing for the election of the Speaker by secret ballot.
House: Rules
HR 13
64-0 (1975)
Author: Geiger, Richard S.
Requesting the Speaker to appoint a special temporary committee to consider a bill effecting changes to the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act.
HB 7
63-0 (1973)
Author: Caldwell, Neil
Relating to the candidacy of a Speaker of the House of Representatives to succeed himself and to soliciting or accepting pledges or promises for candidates for Speaker of the House of Representatives; amending the Revised Civil Statutes of Texas, 1925.
House: Rules Senate: Jurisprudence
Returned from the Senate
HB 8
63-0 (1973)
Author: Allen, JoeSponsor: Gammage, R.A. "Bob"
Relating to contributions, loans, and expenditures for campaigns for the office of Speaker of the House of Representatives; providing penalties for violation.
House: Rules Senate: Jurisprudence
Signed by the Governor
HB 9
63-0 (1973)
Author: Hendricks, BobSponsor: Adams, Don
Relating to bribery with intent to influence votes for Speaker of the House of Representatives; providing for construction of the Act; providing penalties for violation.
House: Rules Senate: Jurisprudence
Signed by the Governor
HR 2
63-0 (1973)
Author: Caldwell, Neil
Concerning election of the Speaker of the House.
Adopted
HR 86
63-0 (1973)
Author: Howard, Ed
Amending House Rule relating to candidates for Speaker.
House: Rules
Referred to Committee on Rules
HR 144
63-0 (1973)
Author: Hollowell, Bill
Amending the House Rules concerning the term of office for the Speaker of the House.
House: Rules
Referred to Committee on Rules
SJR 35
63-0 (1973)
Author: Adams, Don
Proposing an amendment of the Texas Constitution to authorize the legislature by law to limit or regulate the terms for which a member may be elected speaker.
House: Rules Senate: Administration
Referred to Committee on Rules
HJR 47
62-0 (1971)
Author: Earthman, Jim
Proposing an amendment to provide an annual salary for the Members of the Legislature and for the Lieutenant Governor and Speaker of the House of Representatives.
HJR 60
62-0 (1971)
Author: Sherman, W.C. "Bud"
Proposing an amendment providing that compensation of the Lieutenant Governor, Speaker of the House of Representatives and Members of the Legislature shall be set by law eliminating per diem for such individuals.
HJR 67
62-0 (1971)
Author: Wyatt, Jr., Joe | et. al.
Proposing an amendment setting the salary of the lieutenant governor and members of the legislature at $9,000 per year with a biennial cost of living adjustment.
HJR 72
62-0 (1971)
Author: Jones, Delwin
Proposing an amendment to provide that members of the Legislature shall receive a salary based on years of service in the Legislature and to provide the Lieutenant Governor and the Speaker of the House of Representatives shall receive a salary of $20,000 a year.
HJR 85
62-0 (1971)
Author: Jones, Delwin
Proposing an amendment to provide that members of the Legislature shall receive a salary based on years of service in the Legislature, and to provide that the Lieutenant Governor and Speaker of the House of Representatives shall receive a salary of $20,000 per year.
HJR 94
62-0 (1971)
Author: McAlister, R.B.
Proposing an amendment providing for annual regular sessions of the legislature.
HJR 95
62-0 (1971)
Author: Traeger, JohnSponsor: Kennard, Don
Proposing an amendment to provide a salary of $22,500 for the Lieutenant Governor, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives.
HR 330
62-0 (1971)
Author: Graves, Curtis M. | et. al.
Concerning the pledge card system of electing the Speaker of the House.
HR 350
62-0 (1971)
Author: Farenthold, Frances | et. al.
Amending the Rules of the House concerning election of Speaker.
HR 351
62-0 (1971)
Amending the Rules of the House concerning election of Speaker.
HR 1
62-2 (1972)
Author: Parker, Carl
Providing procedure for election of Speaker of the House of Representatives.
HR 4
62-2 (1972)
Author: Daniel, Jr., Price | et. al.
Adding Rule XXXIII to the House Rules concerning the Speaker's race.
HR 7
62-2 (1972)
Author: Daniel, Jr., Price | et. al.
Amending Rule I of the House Rules concerning election of Speaker.
SCR 14
61-2 (1969)
Author: Aikin, Jr., A.M.
Authorizing the Lieutenant Governor and Speaker to each appoint two additional members each to the Legislative Budget Board.
HJR 14
60-0 (1967)
Author: Traeger, John
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Texas to provide for an annual salary of $18,000 for the Lieutenant Governor and for the Speaker of the House of Representatives.
HJR 8
59-0 (1965)
Author: Traeger, John
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of Texas allowing an annual salary in an amount to be fixed by the Legislature for the Lieutenant Governor and for the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and increasing the per diem allowance of Members of the Legislature.
HB 468
58-0 (1963)
Author: Parker, Carl
Relating to making illegal the soliciting or accepting pledges, promises or obligations for the Office of Speaker of the House of Representatives prior to the general election immediately preceding that session of the Legislature during which candidates for said office would preside if elected; providing for penalties for violation thereof.
HJR 2
58-0 (1963)
Author: Townsend, James Terrell "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to proposing a constitutional amendment to provide for the election of a Speaker during the last week of any regular session to serve as Speaker whose terms of office shall commence after the next general election; providing additional election in the event the Speaker is unable to serve.
HJR 4
58-0 (1963)
Author: Dungan, William Taylor "Bill" | et. al.
Relating to proposing a constitutional amendment to provide for the date of commencement and date of expiration of the terms of office of Members of the House of Representatives, and to provide for a special assembly of Members-elect of the House of Representatives for the purpose of taking the oath of office and electing the Speaker and providing that no Special Session of the Legislature shall be convened during the period of time after the General Election until the following December 1st; providing for the necessary proclamation and publication.
HJR 50
58-0 (1963)
Author: Smith, William Landrum "Will"
Relating to proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the popular election of the Speaker of the House of Representatives; providing for the Speaker's duties, qualifications, compensation, impeachment, term and powers; providing for the election by the House from one of its members a Speaker pro tempore and setting out his duties and powers.
HB 358
57-0 (1961)
Author: Dungan, William Taylor "Bill" | et. al.
Relating to regulating the conduct of the election of Speaker of the House of Representatives; providing penalties.
HJR 74
57-0 (1961)
Author: McIlhany, Grainger Walter
Relating to proposing an amendment to the Constitution of Texas to provide for the election of a Speaker on the last day of any regular session to serve as Speaker whose term of office shall commence at the next general election; providing that in the event such elected Speaker does not represent a district at the next session he shall constitute the one hundred fifty-first member of the House of Representatives; providing addition election in the event the Speaker is unable to serve.
HJR 50
56-0 (1959)
Author: Cloud, Ed J.
Proposing an amendment relating to the compensation of members of the Legislature and the Speaker of the House of Representatives and Lieutenant Governor in regular and called sessions.
HJR 54
56-0 (1959)
Author: Smith, William Landrum "Will"
Proposing an amendment providing for the popular election of the Speaker of the House of Representatives; providing for the Speaker's duties, qualifications, compensation, impeachment, term and powers; providing for the election by the House from one of its members a President pro tempore and setting out his duties and powers.
HJR 9
51-0 (1949)
Author: Lewis, Don A. | et. al.
Proposing an amendment to Section 9 of Article III of the Constitution of Texas to provide for the assembling of the House of Representatives at the Capitol on the second Tuesday in December of each two years following the general election in November; providing for the submission to the qualified electors; and for the necessary proclamation by the Governor.
HB 2
48-0 (1943)
Author: Leonard, Homer Lakerby
Relating to amending certain Statutes so as to authorize use of offices and apartments on the second floor of the Capitol building for bedroom, cooking and other private purposes by the Lieutenant Governor and the Speaker of the House of Representatives.
HJR 1
47-0 (1941)
Author: Reed, William Otey
Proposing an amendment to Article III of the Constitution of the State of Texas by adding a new section, requiring all bills passed by the Legislature on and after January 1, 1945, appropriating money for any purpose, to be sent to the Comptroller of Public Accounts for his approval, and fixing the duties of the Comptroller with reference thereto.
HB 433
41-0 (1929)
Author: Tillotson, Leonard E. | et. al.
Relating to empowering the Texas Prison Board to formulate a policy for the operation of the present system and for its centralization and re-organization; providing for authority to the Board to make sales of prison system lands in furtherance of a plan of centralization of the system, and with authority to effect exchanges of prison system lands for other lands suitable to the purpose of centralization of the system; and providing the conditions under which such sales shall be made.
HB 602
38-0 (1923)
Author: Quaid, John Erskell
Relating to making an appropriation of Six Hundred Thirty-one and 30/100 ($631.30) dollars to pay for manufacture and instillation of eight desks and eight chairs for members of the House of Representatives, and to pay for manufacture of stand for Speaker's Stand.
HB 406
34-0 (1915)
Author: Rowell, Sr., Thomas David | et. al.
Relating to amending a certain Statute providing the manner and method of election of a speakers of the House of Representatives and to provide for parliamentary rules to be enforced pending said election.