| HB 1 | Author: | Otto |
| Sponsor: | Nelson | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | General Appropriations Bill. |
| HB 2 | Author: | Otto | Keffer | Darby | Ashby | Aycock |
| Sponsor: | Nelson | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to making supplemental appropriations and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding appropriations. |
| HB 4 | Author: | Huberty | Deshotel | King, Ken | Giddings | Ashby |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to prekindergarten, including a high quality prekindergarten grant program provided by public school districts. |
| HB 6 | Author: | Otto | Frank |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation and re-creation of funds and accounts, the dedication and rededication of revenue, and the exemption of unappropriated money from use for general governmental purposes. |
| HB 7 | Author: | Darby | Otto | Howard | Turner, Sylvester | Murr |
| Sponsor: | Nelson | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain fiscal matters affecting governmental entities; reducing or affecting the amounts or rates of certain taxes, assessments, surcharges, and fees. |
| HB 9 | Author: | Flynn | Otto | Alonzo | Turner, Sylvester | Bonnen, Dennis |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the Employees Retirement System of Texas. |
| HB 10 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia | Hunter | Longoria | Parker | Harless |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain criminal and civil consequences of trafficking of persons, compelling prostitution, and certain other related criminal offenses; to the prevention, prosecution, and punishment of those offenses, and to compensation paid to victims of those offenses. |
| HB 11 | Author: | Bonnen, Dennis | Phillips | Oliveira | Lucio III | Parker |
| Sponsor: | Birdwell | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Department of Public Safety, military and law enforcement training, and the investigation, prosecution, punishment, and prevention of certain offenses; creating an offense and increasing a criminal penalty; authorizing fees. |
| HB 12 | Author: | Longoria | Thompson, Senfronia | Phillips | Bonnen, Greg |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the border prosecution unit. |
| HB 18 | Author: | Aycock | Workman | Schubert | Galindo | Peña |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to measures to support public school student academic achievement and high school, college, and career preparation. |
| HB 19 | Author: | King, Susan | Burkett |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/04/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a preventive services program and mental health programs for veterans and military families. |
| HB 20 | Author: | Simmons | Pickett | Burkett | Phillips | Goldman |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/03/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the operations of and transportation planning and expenditures by the Texas Department of Transportation and planning organizations. |
| HB 21 | Author: | Kacal | King, Ken | Rodriguez, Eddie | Parker | Davis, Sarah |
| Sponsor: | Bettencourt | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to authorizing patients with certain terminal illnesses to access certain investigational drugs, biological products, and devices that are in clinical trials. |
| HB 23 | Author: | Davis, Sarah | Márquez |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to disclosure of certain relationships with local government officers and vendors; creating criminal offenses. |
| HB 26 | Author: | Button | Rodriguez, Eddie | Ashby | Springer | Parker |
| Sponsor: | Fraser | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to state economic development measures, including administration of the Texas Enterprise Fund, creation of the Economic Incentive Oversight Board and the governor's university research initiative, abolishment of the Texas emerging technology fund, and renaming the Major Events trust fund to the Major Events Reimbursement Program. |
| HB 30 | Author: | Larson | Villalba |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the development of seawater and brackish groundwater. |
| HB 32 | Author: | Bonnen, Dennis | Murphy | Parker | Oliveira | Simmons |
| Sponsor: | Nelson | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the computation and rates of the franchise tax; decreasing tax rates. |
| HB 39 | Author: | Smithee | Naishtat |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to guardianships for incapacitated persons and to substitutes for guardianships for certain adults with disabilities. |
| HB 40 | Author: | Darby | Keffer | King, Phil | Thompson, Senfronia | Oliveira |
| Sponsor: | Fraser | |
| Last Action: | 05/18/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the exclusive jurisdiction of this state to regulate oil and gas operations in this state and the express preemption of local regulation of those operations. |
| HB 48 | Author: | McClendon | Leach | Herrero | Moody | Simpson |
| Sponsor: | Ellis | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of a commission to review convictions after exoneration and to prevent wrongful convictions. |
| HB 74 | Author: | González, Mary |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain financial assistance administered by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs in certain rural areas. |
| HB 75 | Author: | González, Mary |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the exemption from vehicle registration for certain farm vehicles owned by a farmers' cooperative society or marketing association. |
| HB 100 | Author: | Zerwas | Ashby | Otto | Turner, Sylvester | Clardy |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education. |
| HB 104 | Author: | White, James | Israel |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the practice of barbering and cosmetology at certain events. |
| HB 114 | Author: | Flynn | Dale | Shaheen | Parker | Capriglione |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of certain capital appreciation bonds by political subdivisions. |
| HB 115 | Author: | Dale | Aycock | Sheffield | White, Molly | Larson |
| Sponsor: | Fraser | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the criteria for awarding the Texas Purple Heart Medal to members of the armed forces wounded or killed at Fort Hood on November 5, 2009. |
| HB 120 | Author: | Flynn |
| Sponsor: | Nelson | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the purchase of food and beverages by the Texas Division of Emergency Management for certain division personnel. |
| HB 121 | Author: | Fletcher | Canales | Bell | Pickett | Flynn |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to an alternative means of payment of certain past due criminal fines and court costs. |
| HB 122 | Author: | Pickett |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the Texas Mobility Fund. |
| HB 127 | Author: | McClendon |
| Sponsor: | Ellis | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates to honor recipients of the Commendation Medal. |
| HB 157 | Author: | Larson | Springer |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the rates of sales and use taxes imposed by municipalities; authorizing an increase or decrease in the rate of those taxes. |
| HB 158 | Author: | Larson | Keffer | Smith | Guillen | Kacal |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the allocation and use of the proceeds from taxes imposed on the sale, storage, or use of sporting goods. |
| HB 163 | Author: | Larson | Workman |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to interstate cooperation to address regional water issues. |
| HB 168 | Author: | Larson | Frullo | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to privileged parking for Distinguished Flying Cross medal recipients. |
| HB 177 | Author: | Zedler | Flynn | Geren | Anderson, Charles "Doc" | Zerwas |
| Sponsor: | Bettencourt | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the research, collection, and use of adult stem cells. |
| HB 181 | Author: | Bell | Krause |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 05/13/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to information printed by school districts on high school diplomas. |
| HB 188 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia | Price | Rose | Frullo | Alonzo |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the composition, duties, and continuation of the human trafficking prevention task force. |
| HB 189 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia | Moody | Guillen | Rose |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the statute of limitations for a suit for personal injury arising from certain offenses constituting sexual abuse of a child or for certain sexual assault offenses. |
| HB 194 | Author: | Price | Smith | Burkett | Farias | Aycock |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to creating a recognition day in honor of Gold Star Mothers. |
| HB 197 | Author: | Price | Burkett | Márquez |
| Sponsor: | Nelson | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to requiring certain public institutions of higher education to post information regarding mental health resources on the institution's Internet website. |
| HB 200 | Author: | Keffer | Lucio III |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the regulation of groundwater. |
| HB 207 | Author: | Leach | Canales | Shaheen | Moody | Simpson |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to creating the offense of voyeurism; providing a penalty. |
| HB 211 | Author: | Rose |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to resuming a criminal case after a defendant is determined to be competent to stand trial. |
| HB 218 | Author: | Márquez | Moody | González, Mary |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to certification requirements for teachers in bilingual education. |
| HB 219 | Author: | White, James |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of Farm-to-Market Road 1293 in Hardin County as the Game Warden Wesley W. Wagstaff Memorial Highway. |
| HB 229 | Author: | Guillen | Muñoz, Jr. |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the disposition of certain surplus motor vehicles and other law enforcement equipment by the Texas Facilities Commission. |
| HB 239 | Author: | Springer | Isaac | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to storage of flammable liquids at retail service stations in unincorporated areas and certain municipalities. |
| HB 257 | Author: | Farney | Thompson, Senfronia | Sheets | King, Ken | Price |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | |
| Caption: | Relating to a judge's or justice's significant interest in a business entity that owns, manages, or operates a private correctional or rehabilitation facility. |
| HB 262 | Author: | Miles | Rodriguez, Eddie | Farrar |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to liability of an owner, lessee, or occupant of land that allows land to be used as a community garden. |
| HB 263 | Author: | Miles | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the sealing of certain juvenile records. |
| HB 274 | Author: | Miles | Schaefer | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the enforcement of municipal rules, ordinances, or police regulations prohibiting illegal dumping; increasing a penalty. |
| HB 275 | Author: | Ashby | Clardy | Fallon | VanDeaver |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of farm products. |
| HB 280 | Author: | Simmons | Capriglione |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the information required to be posted by the Texas Water Development Board on the board's Internet website regarding the use of the state water implementation fund for Texas. |
| HB 283 | Author: | Fallon | Márquez | Capriglione | Rodriguez, Eddie | Rinaldi |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the requirement that certain governmental bodies make audio and video recordings of open meetings available on the Internet. |
| HB 307 | Author: | White, James |
| Sponsor: | Burton | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a study on the feasibility and potential costs and benefits of implementing a pay-for-performance contract program for certain criminal justice programs and services. |
| HB 311 | Author: | Canales |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to an executory contract for the conveyance of real property; providing a civil penalty. |
| HB 315 | Author: | Raymond | Spitzer | Burkett |
| Sponsor: | Huffines | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of "In God We Trust" specialty license plates. |
| HB 324 | Author: | Dutton | Simpson | Wu |
| Sponsor: | Burton | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a requirement that a peace officer obtain a search warrant before conducting a body cavity search during a traffic stop. |
| HB 326 | Author: | Wu | Fletcher | Moody | Riddle | Price |
| Sponsor: | Hall | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to information provided by electronic means in support of the issuance of a search warrant. |
| HB 331 | Author: | Wu | Israel | Guerra | Rose |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the sealing of certain court documents filed electronically in a child protection suit. |
| HB 369 | Author: | Villalba | Anchia |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to designating May 24 as Lung Cancer Awareness Day. |
| HB 372 | Author: | Riddle | White, James | Murphy | Deshotel |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the monitoring of the Internet access of certain sex offenders placed on community supervision or released on parole or to mandatory supervision. |
| HB 388 | Author: | Raymond |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the duration of protective orders issued in cases of family violence against persons who are subsequently confined or imprisoned. |
| HB 389 | Author: | Bell | Keough | Metcalf |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the Montgomery County Hospital District. |
| HB 394 | Author: | McClendon | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the information in ad valorem tax appraisal records that may not be posted on the Internet by an appraisal district. |
| HB 408 | Author: | Turner, Chris | Keffer | Flynn | Martinez Fischer |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the retirement benefits for certain elected state officials. |
| HB 416 | Author: | Riddle | Clardy | Bohac | Miller, Rick | Cyrier |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to requiring personnel of abortion facilities and certain other facilities performing abortions to complete training on human trafficking. |
| HB 418 | Author: | Wu | Allen | Harless | Thompson, Senfronia | Burkett |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to child victims of trafficking who are placed in secure foster homes. |
| HB 426 | Author: | Howard | Geren |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the acceptance of employment applications through the online system for listing state agency employment openings maintained by the Texas Workforce Commission. |
| HB 431 | Author: | White, James | Miles |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of an advisory committee to examine and recommend revisions to any state laws pertaining to juvenile records. |
| HB 437 | Author: | Raney | King, Susan | Farias | Sheets | Smith |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to eligibility to participate in health benefit programs for certain state employees reemployed after military service. |
| HB 440 | Author: | Gonzales, Larry | Márquez | Simmons | Villalba |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to adapting the public school physical education curriculum to accommodate the needs of students with mental disabilities. |
| HB 441 | Author: | Gonzales, Larry |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the use of a court order as an occupational license. |
| HB 445 | Author: | Raney | King, Susan | Smith | Farias | Sheets |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to providing notice of the availability of paid leave for military service to public officers and employees. |
| HB 463 | Author: | Springer |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the ability to mow, bale, shred, or hoe material on a state highway right-of-way. |
| HB 473 | Author: | Giddings | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a prohibition on the sale or transfer of certain law enforcement vehicles before removal of certain equipment and insignia. |
| HB 479 | Author: | Bell | Metcalf | Keough |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the transfer of the regional emergency medical dispatch resource centers program to the Commission on State Emergency Communications and a pilot project to provide emergency telemedicine medical services in rural areas. |
| HB 480 | Author: | Bell | Bonnen, Greg |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to retaining a reserve investigator by a prosecuting attorney. |
| HB 481 | Author: | Stephenson |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of a segment of Farm-to-Market Road 1301 in Wharton County as the Master Sergeant Mike C. Peña Memorial Highway. |
| HB 483 | Author: | Capriglione | Fletcher | Flynn | Longoria | Parker |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the establishment and administration of a state bullion depository; authorizing fees. |
| HB 484 | Author: | Capriglione | Raney | Murr | Howard | Goldman |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the eligibility of a person to be a candidate for or holder of certain public elective offices. |
| HB 495 | Author: | Howard |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the use of money from the permanent fund for health-related programs to provide grants to nursing education programs. |
| HB 497 | Author: | Wu |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the applicability of the law governing saltwater pipeline facilities located in the vicinity of public roads. |
| HB 504 | Author: | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to designating the second full week in September as Direct Support Professionals Week. |
| HB 505 | Author: | Rodriguez, Eddie | Workman | Smith | Dale |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a prohibition of limitations on the number of dual credit courses or hours in which a public high school student may enroll. |
| HB 510 | Author: | Moody |
| Sponsor: | Ellis | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to disclosure of certain information about expert witnesses in a criminal case. |
| HB 511 | Author: | Moody | Alonzo |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the prosecution of certain offenses committed against a person in custody. |
| HB 518 | Author: | Moody |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain waivers by a defendant regarding a community supervision revocation hearing. |
| HB 530 | Author: | Hernandez |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the use of proceeds from criminal asset forfeiture to provide college scholarships to children of peace officers killed in the line of duty and to an annual report regarding the total value of forfeited property in this state. |
| HB 554 | Author: | Springer | Pickett | Simmons | Guillen | Frank |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a defense to prosecution for the offense of possessing or carrying a weapon in or into the secured area of an airport. |
| HB 565 | Author: | Burkett | Flynn | Sheets | Button |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to powers of private toll project entities. |
| HB 574 | Author: | Bonnen, Greg | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the operation of certain managed care plans with respect to certain physicians and health care providers; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. |
| HB 577 | Author: | Flynn |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to pay, benefits and requirements for state active duty service members. |
| HB 583 | Author: | Larson |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to donations to certain local veteran's charities ordered as a condition of community supervision. |
| HB 593 | Author: | Collier | Geren | Giddings | Burns | Hughes |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 05/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to canine encounter training for peace officers. |
| HB 598 | Author: | Clardy |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of a segment of State Highway 21 in Nacogdoches County as the Bob Luman Memorial Highway. |
| HB 601 | Author: | Clardy |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the premises covered by mixed beverage permits for certain county-owned facilities. |
| HB 606 | Author: | Davis, Sarah |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a study on the benefits of prenatal surgical procedures to treat birth defects. |
| HB 621 | Author: | Lozano |
| Sponsor: | Burton | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the termination of a volunteer deputy registrar appointment. |
| HB 634 | Author: | Metcalf |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the rights of a guardian of a person in the criminal justice system. |
| HB 635 | Author: | Price | Leach | Flynn | Burkett | Zerwas |
| Sponsor: | Nelson | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the disposition of fetal remains. |
| HB 638 | Author: | Anchia | Simmons |
| Sponsor: | Ellis | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to annuity payments to surviving spouses and designated beneficiaries of persons wrongfully imprisoned. |
| HB 642 | Author: | Canales |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to an alcohol awareness program or drug education program for certain minors convicted of or adjudicated to have engaged in, or placed on deferred disposition or community supervision for, certain drug or alcohol related offenses; authorizing a fee. |
| HB 643 | Author: | Harless |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the procedures for discharging bail in certain criminal proceedings. |
| HB 644 | Author: | Canales | Minjarez |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the contents of a search warrant and to the offense of tampering with a governmental record consisting of a search warrant. |
| HB 655 | Author: | Larson | Lucio III | Workman | Fallon | Villalba |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the storage and recovery of water in aquifers; authorizing fees and surcharges; adding provisions subject to a criminal penalty. |
| HB 658 | Author: | Zerwas | Miller, Rick | Reynolds | Stephenson | Anderson, Charles "Doc" |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of a campus of the Texas State Technical College System in Fort Bend County. |
| HB 663 | Author: | King, Ken |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 207 in Armstrong County as the William Hamblen Memorial Highway. |
| HB 671 | Author: | Clardy |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to an intercollegiate athletics fee at Stephen F. Austin State University; authorizing imposition of a fee. |
| HB 679 | Author: | Turner, Sylvester | Reynolds | Giddings |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a study on homeless youth. |
| HB 685 | Author: | Sheets |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the production of public information under the public information law. |
| HB 699 | Author: | Nevárez | Alvarado | Villalba |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to requiring public institutions of higher education to establish a policy on campus sexual assault. |
| HB 700 | Author: | Giddings | Zerwas | Ashby | Turner, Chris |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the repeal of the Texas B-On-time student loan program. |
| HB 705 | Author: | Farrar |
| Sponsor: | Ellis | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to access to a financial institution account of a person who dies intestate. |
| HB 706 | Author: | Farrar |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the procedure for claiming an exemption from ad valorem taxation of property on which a solar or wind-powered energy device is installed or constructed. |
| HB 710 | Author: | Turner, Sylvester | Guillen | Deshotel | Miles | Peña |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to procedures for certain persons charged with a violation of a condition of release from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice on parole or to mandatory supervision. |
| HB 716 | Author: | Lozano |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the certification of certain peace officers to enforce commercial motor vehicle safety standards. |
| HB 721 | Author: | Farias | Minjarez | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the hunting or fishing license fee waiver for certain disabled veterans. |
| HB 731 | Author: | Lucio III |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a pilot program under the foundation school program for funding prekindergarten programs provided by certain school districts with early high school graduation programs. |
| HB 735 | Author: | Israel |
| Sponsor: | Ellis | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | |
| Caption: | Relating to the collection of information regarding the number of alternatively fueled vehicles registered in this state. |
| HB 743 | Author: | Huberty | Isaac |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the essential knowledge and skills of the required public school curriculum and to certain assessment instruments for public school students. |
| HB 744 | Author: | Huberty |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the purchase of certain insurance by public school districts. |
| HB 751 | Author: | Zerwas | Davis, Sarah | Sheffield | Thompson, Senfronia |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the prescription and pharmaceutical substitution of biological products; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. |
| HB 763 | Author: | King, Susan |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a petition to a state agency for adoption of rules. |
| HB 764 | Author: | King, Susan | Laubenberg | Simpson | Miller, Rick | Collier |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the use, collection, and security of health care data collected by the Department of State Health Services. |
| HB 771 | Author: | Deshotel |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to funding for the Texas Academy of Leadership in the Humanities. |
| HB 781 | Author: | Burkett | Naishtat |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to caregiver screening and training by substitute care providers for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services. |
| HB 786 | Author: | Walle | King, Susan | Hernandez | Martinez Fischer |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the right of a public employee to express breast milk in the workplace. |
| HB 789 | Author: | Miller, Rick | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to license plates issued to retired members of the military. |
| HB 790 | Author: | Burkett | Villalba |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a study on the implementation and effectiveness of sound mitigation measures on certain highways. |
| HB 792 | Author: | Clardy |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for antique buses. |
| HB 796 | Author: | Geren | Lucio III |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the purchase of certain insurance coverage and the performance of related risk management services for the Texas State University System and the component institutions of that system. |
| HB 801 | Author: | King, Ken |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to planning for the use of and liability resulting from prescribed burns by the Parks and Wildlife Department. |
| HB 804 | Author: | Geren |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the forms of payment that the operator of a vehicle storage facility must accept. |
| HB 819 | Author: | Sheffield |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the definition of a public health nuisance; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. |
| HB 821 | Author: | Sheets | Larson | Fallon | Anchia |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the requirements of certain minors applying for a hunting or fishing license. |
| HB 824 | Author: | Kuempel |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the sale of alcoholic beverages to customers of a package store during certain hours. |
| HB 825 | Author: | Giddings | White, Molly |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to procedures for identifying any Native American heritage of children in certain hearings in suits affecting the parent-child relationship. |
| HB 826 | Author: | Giddings |
| Sponsor: | Ellis | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the provision of information relating to the modification of a child support order in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship. |
| HB 830 | Author: | Larson | Bernal |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of Alamo specialty license plates. |
| HB 831 | Author: | Giddings | Keough |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to disclosure of home mortgage information to a surviving spouse. |
| HB 833 | Author: | Clardy |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain holders of motor home manufacturer's and dealer's licenses. |
| HB 834 | Author: | Hernandez | Phillips | Lucio III | King, Susan | Martinez Fischer |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the criteria for issuing a silver alert for a missing senior citizen. |
| HB 855 | Author: | Sanford |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the compatibility of state agency websites with certain devices and Internet browsers. |
| HB 866 | Author: | Thompson, Ed |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the exemption from jury service of a person who is the primary caretaker of another person. |
| HB 867 | Author: | Hernandez | King, Susan | Farias | Blanco | Martinez Fischer |
| Sponsor: | Garcia | |
| Last Action: | 06/04/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the establishment and operation of the Texas Women Veterans Program. |
| HB 870 | Author: | Smith | Anderson, Rodney |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the investment training requirement for certain local government financial officers. |
| HB 872 | Author: | Raymond | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the reactivation of a peace officer license; authorizing fees. |
| HB 875 | Author: | Farias | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the verification of the veteran status of inmates and prisoners. |
| HB 884 | Author: | Phelan |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the abolishment of the Orange County child support office and to the divorce and contempt fees paid in Orange County. |
| HB 885 | Author: | Paddie |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain county bail bond boards. |
| HB 896 | Author: | Hernandez |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to creating a criminal offense regarding the breach of computer security. |
| HB 903 | Author: | Capriglione | Otto | Simmons | Bonnen, Greg | Meyer |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the investment of a percentage of the economic stabilization fund balance in excess of the sufficient balance. |
| HB 904 | Author: | Smith | Thompson, Senfronia |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the transfer of certain inmates to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice following pronouncement of the inmate's sentence. |
| HB 905 | Author: | Frullo | Dutton | King, Ken | Nevárez | Farney |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the regulation of knives by a municipality or county. |
| HB 906 | Author: | Paddie | Ashby |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the qualifications for appointment as a veterans county service officer. |
| HB 908 | Author: | Phillips |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the continuation and duties of the Red River Boundary Commission. |
| HB 909 | Author: | Phillips |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the tasting of alcoholic beverages by students enrolled in certain courses. |
| HB 910 | Author: | Phillips | Flynn | White, James | Riddle | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 06/13/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of a person who is licensed to carry a handgun to openly carry a holstered handgun; creating criminal offenses. |
| HB 923 | Author: | Flynn | Fallon | King, Phil | Guillen | King, Susan |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of 36th Infantry Division specialty license plates and souvenir license plates. |
| HB 930 | Author: | Miller, Doug |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to water well drillers and pump installers; authorizing fees. |
| HB 931 | Author: | Murphy |
| Sponsor: | Bettencourt | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to an individual's eligibility to receive unemployment compensation benefits on the individual's waiting period claim. |
| HB 939 | Author: | Dale | Schaefer | Oliveira | Canales |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to unenforceable restrictive covenants regarding standby electric generators affecting residential homes. |
| HB 941 | Author: | Hernandez | Faircloth |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of DNA records for the DNA database system. |
| HB 942 | Author: | Kacal | Morrison | Flynn | Keffer | King, Tracy O. |
| Sponsor: | Birdwell | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the storage of certain hazardous chemicals; transferring enforcement of certain reporting requirements, including the imposition of criminal, civil, and administrative penalties, from the Department of State Health Services to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty; reenacting a criminal offense. |
| HB 943 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the applicability of a wage and salary presumption to an incarcerated person for purposes of determining child support obligations. |
| HB 949 | Author: | Lucio III |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the obligation of certain retail public utilities to mitigate their system water loss. |
| HB 966 | Author: | Crownover | Flynn | Miller, Doug | Zerwas | Burkett |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of an optional consumer-directed health plan for certain individuals eligible to participate in the group benefits program provided under the Texas Employees Group Benefits Act and their qualified dependents. |
| HB 968 | Author: | Hernandez |
| Sponsor: | Garcia | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to civil liability of shareholders and members of certain legal entities that engage in the trafficking of persons. |
| HB 975 | Author: | Geren | Larson | Thompson, Senfronia | Sheets | Anderson, Rodney |
| Sponsor: | Fraser | |
| Last Action: | 05/21/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to charitable raffles conducted by certain professional sports team charitable foundations; creating a criminal offense. |
| HB 978 | Author: | Price | Springer |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of the Route 66 Historic Corridor. |
| HB 991 | Author: | Bohac | Capriglione | Villalba | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Huffines | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the display of notice of federal and state tax rates for motor fuel sold at retail. |
| HB 992 | Author: | Bonnen, Dennis | Martinez Fischer | Bonnen, Greg | Muñoz, Jr. | Miller, Rick |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of the total appraised value of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran. |
| HB 994 | Author: | Anchia | Keffer | Bohac | Rose | Canales |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property used to collect, process, and deliver landfill-generated gas. |
| HB 1000 | Author: | Zerwas | Faircloth |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/03/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to state support for general academic teaching institutions in this state. |
| HB 1022 | Author: | Moody | Martinez Fischer | Bonnen, Greg |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the eligibility for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of certain persons with a life estate in the homestead property. |
| HB 1026 | Author: | Thompson, Ed |
| Sponsor: | Garcia | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to eligibility for appointment as a tabulation supervisor in an election. |
| HB 1036 | Author: | Johnson, Eric |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to reporting requirements for certain injuries or deaths caused by peace officers and for certain injuries or deaths of peace officers. |
| HB 1038 | Author: | Sheffield | Alonzo |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to premium payment assistance for insurance coverage for hemophilia medical treatment. |
| HB 1039 | Author: | Geren |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the sale by package stores of containers of liquor with a capacity of less than six fluid ounces. |
| HB 1040 | Author: | Paddie |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the liability of certain sports officials and organizations. |
| HB 1042 | Author: | Frank | Springer |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 05/21/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of a site of unique value for the construction of a reservoir. |
| HB 1044 | Author: | Fallon | Turner, Scott | Parker | Simmons | Crownover |
| Sponsor: | Nelson | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of a segment of Farm-to-Market Road 423 in Denton County as the U.S. Army Sergeant Enrique Mondragon Memorial Highway. |
| HB 1050 | Author: | White, James |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to liability of food donors. |
| HB 1051 | Author: | Wray | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Birdwell | |
| Last Action: | 05/21/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of a campus of the Texas State Technical College System in Ellis County. |
| HB 1052 | Author: | Parker |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to designating September as Hydrocephalus Awareness Month. |
| HB 1054 | Author: | Clardy |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to developmental education programs under the Texas Success Initiative for public institutions of higher education. |
| HB 1061 | Author: | Turner, Chris | Herrero | Fletcher | Villalba |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the prosecution of the offense of interference with public duties. |
| HB 1077 | Author: | Kuempel |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the membership of the Electrical Safety and Licensing Advisory Board. |
| HB 1079 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia | Davis, Sarah | Alonzo | Sheets | Villalba |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the distribution of certain civil penalties, payments, and civil restitution received by the attorney general. |
| HB 1080 | Author: | Hughes |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the definition of a state judge for purposes of state driver's license and personal identification laws. |
| HB 1083 | Author: | Márquez | Guillen | Rose | Collier |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a mental health assessment of certain inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. |
| HB 1094 | Author: | Geren | Kacal | Tinderholt | Martinez, "Mando" | Herrero |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to workers' compensation death benefit eligibility for certain spouses of first responders killed in the line of duty. |
| HB 1101 | Author: | Turner, Sylvester |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to extending the period over which the balance of the system benefit fund is to be eliminated. |
| HB 1114 | Author: | Gonzales, Larry |
| Sponsor: | Bettencourt | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority with whom certain political committees must file reports of political contributions and expenditures. |
| HB 1128 | Author: | Fletcher |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for recipients of the Combat Action Badge, Medal, or Ribbon. |
| HB 1133 | Author: | Miller, Rick |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the composition of the Texas Military Preparedness Commission. |
| HB 1140 | Author: | Israel | White, James | King, Susan | Coleman | Stickland |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the confinement of pregnant prisoners in county jails. |
| HB 1144 | Author: | Dukes |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to establishing a task force to examine the adjudication, disposition, and registration of juvenile sex offenders. |
| HB 1146 | Author: | Kacal |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to persons who may operate a public water supply system. |
| HB 1148 | Author: | Kacal |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the investment training requirement for certain municipal officers. |
| HB 1150 | Author: | White, James | Stickland | Hughes |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the sale of fireworks on and before certain holidays; affecting a provision subject to a criminal penalty. |
| HB 1151 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia | Collier | Harless |
| Sponsor: | Garcia | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to sexual harassment protection for unpaid interns. |
| HB 1164 | Author: | VanDeaver | González, Mary | Guillen | Huberty |
| Sponsor: | Garcia | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to requiring the Texas Education Agency to conduct a study to develop a writing assessment method for public school students and establish a pilot program to administer the assessment method developed. |
| HB 1170 | Author: | Farney | Villalba | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the applicability to open-enrollment charter schools of certain laws regarding local governments and political subdivisions. |
| HB 1171 | Author: | Farney | Villalba | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the applicability of certain immunity and liability laws to open-enrollment charter schools. |
| HB 1180 | Author: | Burkett | Thompson, Senfronia | Price | Springer | Zerwas |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain information included on a searchable database on the Department of Family and Protective Services' Internet website. |
| HB 1184 | Author: | Paddie | Anchia | Villalba |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to authorizing certain utility cost savings and alternative fuel programs as eligible for local government energy savings performance contracts. |
| HB 1186 | Author: | Craddick |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the validation of certain actions relating to municipal airport zoning regulations. |
| HB 1187 | Author: | Wray | Sheets | Dale | Miller, Rick | Smith |
| Sponsor: | Birdwell | |
| Last Action: | 06/03/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of a segment of U.S. Highway 287 in Midlothian as the Chris Kyle Memorial Highway. |
| HB 1190 | Author: | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the compensation of property owners whose property is damaged as a result of a pursuit involving a federal law enforcement agency. |
| HB 1212 | Author: | Price | Coleman | Naishtat | Zerwas | Bonnen, Greg |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the prosecution and punishment of certain offenses under the Texas Controlled Substances Act and the regulation and scheduling of certain substances. |
| HB 1217 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain reporting requirements of the Department of Family and Protective Services regarding child protection, including reporting information for certain foster children who are missing or are victims of sex trafficking. |
| HB 1219 | Author: | Raymond | Keough |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 05/21/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a provisional license to practice funeral directing or embalming; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. |
| HB 1221 | Author: | Lucio III |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to seller's disclosures in connection with residential real property subject to groundwater regulation. |
| HB 1224 | Author: | Lucio III |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the purposes for which the assets of certain revolving funds administered by the Texas Water Development Board may be used. |
| HB 1232 | Author: | Lucio III |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a study by the Texas Water Development Board of the hydrology and geology of the confined and unconfined aquifers in this state. |
| HB 1237 | Author: | Tinderholt | Isaac |
| Sponsor: | Burton | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 290 in Hays and Travis Counties as the Lieutenant Clay Crabb Memorial Highway. |
| HB 1246 | Author: | Koop |
| Sponsor: | Hall | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the methods of delivery for required financial statement forms sent to certain municipal officeholders and candidates for municipal office. |
| HB 1251 | Author: | Alvarado | Geren | Thompson, Senfronia | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the transfer of compensation experience for purposes of the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act. |
| HB 1252 | Author: | Pickett |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to uniform weighing procedures requirements for motor vehicle weight enforcement officers. |
| HB 1261 | Author: | King, Susan |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the comptroller's report on the effect of certain tax provisions. |
| HB 1264 | Author: | Wu |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the preservation of toxicological evidence collected in connection with certain intoxication offenses. |
| HB 1265 | Author: | Wu | Murphy | Alvarado | Ashby | Villalba |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a deceptive act or practice involving a solicitation in connection with a good or service or involving the production, sale, distribution, or promotion of certain synthetic substances. |
| HB 1273 | Author: | Farias | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain military specialty license plates. |
| HB 1277 | Author: | Ashby | Fallon | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Bettencourt | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to requirements for annexation of certain commercial or industrial areas by a general-law municipality. |
| HB 1278 | Author: | Hughes | Fletcher | Anderson, Rodney | Dutton | Herrero |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to financial assistance paid to the survivors of certain law enforcement officers, firefighters, and other public employees killed in the line of duty. |
| HB 1286 | Author: | Simmons | Moody | Dale | Villalba |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the prosecution and punishment of the offense of injury to a child, elderly individual, or disabled individual. |
| HB 1287 | Author: | Simmons |
| Sponsor: | Burton | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a requirement that each state university's Internet website include a link to certain employment data. |
| HB 1289 | Author: | Giddings |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the acquisition and sale of unimproved real property by an urban land bank. |
| HB 1293 | Author: | Alvarado | Herrero | Davis, Sarah | Dale | Moody |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the confidentiality of identifying information of victims of stalking; creating a criminal offense. |
| HB 1295 | Author: | Capriglione | Geren | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the disclosure of research, research sponsors, and interested parties by persons contracting with governmental entities and state agencies. |
| HB 1300 | Author: | Capriglione | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to eligibility requirements for admission of certain persons to educator preparation programs. |
| HB 1305 | Author: | Bonnen, Greg | Paul |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a program to provide a free or reduced-price breakfast to eligible students attending a public school and the method of determining the number of educationally disadvantaged students. |
| HB 1306 | Author: | Hughes |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the reimbursement of expenses incurred by court reporters in judicial districts composed of more than one county. |
| HB 1309 | Author: | Turner, Sylvester |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the notification of certain persons concerning certain events related to a child in foster care or in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services. |
| HB 1311 | Author: | McClendon |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the confidentiality of personal information concerning certain employees currently or formerly involved in the Texas juvenile justice system. |
| HB 1317 | Author: | Bohac | Spitzer | Farias |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a report on laws, standards, and policies regarding parking for persons with disabilities to be prepared by the Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities. |
| HB 1321 | Author: | Bonnen, Dennis |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to route designation for the issuance of a permit for the movement of oversize and overweight vehicles in certain counties. |
| HB 1329 | Author: | Naishtat |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the payment of costs incurred by the involuntary commitment of persons with mental illness. |
| HB 1331 | Author: | King, Phil | Villalba |
| Sponsor: | Fraser | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the treatment and recycling for beneficial use of certain waste arising out of or incidental to the drilling for or production of oil or gas. |
| HB 1334 | Author: | Clardy | Moody |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the appeal of a residential eviction suit. |
| HB 1337 | Author: | Naishtat |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to requiring institutions and assisted living facilities to maintain guardianship orders of residents. |
| HB 1338 | Author: | Naishtat |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to training for peace officers and first responders on certain persons affected by trauma. |
| HB 1360 | Author: | Isaac |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the exemption of certain vehicles from registration fees. |
| HB 1364 | Author: | Miller, Rick |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates to honor recipients of the Defense Meritorious Service Medal and the Meritorious Service Medal. |
| HB 1376 | Author: | Paddie |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the application of certain concealed handgun license laws to community supervision and corrections department officers and juvenile probation officers; reducing a fee. |
| HB 1378 | Author: | Flynn | Murphy | Anderson, Charles "Doc" |
| Sponsor: | Bettencourt | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the fiscal transparency and accountability of political subdivisions. |
| HB 1386 | Author: | Raymond |
| Sponsor: | Ellis | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the prohibition of more than one counsel appearing in a misdemeanor case. |
| HB 1388 | Author: | Bohac |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain diseases or illnesses suffered by firefighters and emergency medical technicians. |
| HB 1394 | Author: | Burns |
| Sponsor: | Birdwell | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the composition, governance, and authority of a regional tollway authority that has or proposes to have projects located in counties that are not part of the authority. |
| HB 1396 | Author: | Workman |
| Sponsor: | Burton | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain criminal offenses, punishments, and procedures; the construction of certain statutes and rules that create or define criminal offenses and penalties; a review of certain penal laws of this state. |
| HB 1403 | Author: | Sheets | Turner, Chris | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the definition of health care liability claim for the purposes of certain laws governing those claims. |
| HB 1415 | Author: | Kuempel |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to establishment or use of cemeteries in certain municipalities. |
| HB 1417 | Author: | Elkins |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to peace officer identification cards. |
| HB 1421 | Author: | Bonnen, Dennis |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to fees charged by the Coastal Plains Groundwater Conservation District. |
| HB 1424 | Author: | Lozano | Wu | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to increasing penalties for defendants convicted of the manufacture or delivery of certain controlled substances. |
| HB 1428 | Author: | Raymond | Naishtat | Elkins |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the administration of housing funds set aside for persons with disabilities through the homebuyer assistance program. |
| HB 1430 | Author: | King, Susan |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the inclusion of mental health in the public services endorsement on a public school diploma and in information about health science career pathways. |
| HB 1431 | Author: | King, Susan |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the development of a career-oriented foreign language program that public schools may offer. |
| HB 1436 | Author: | Smithee |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to appeals regarding dangerous dogs. |
| HB 1438 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to probate matters, including guardianships and other matters related to incapacitated persons. |
| HB 1443 | Author: | Geren |
| Sponsor: | Birdwell | |
| Last Action: | 05/21/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the Texas Identification Number system. |
| HB 1446 | Author: | Dale | Márquez | Herrero | Moody | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to reimbursement of certain medical costs for victims of certain sex offenses, compensation to victims of stalking for relocation and housing rental expenses, and the creation of a governor's program for victims of child sex trafficking. |
| HB 1447 | Author: | Dale | Márquez | Herrero | Moody | Frullo |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to protective orders for certain victims of sexual assault or abuse, stalking, or trafficking. |
| HB 1449 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to child custody evaluations and adoption evaluations conducted and testimony provided in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship; providing penalties; creating an offense; authorizing fees. |
| HB 1454 | Author: | Raney | Fallon | Guerra |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | |
| Caption: | Relating to notice, reporting, and records requirements for holders of certain personal property that is or may be presumed abandoned. |
| HB 1455 | Author: | King, Phil | Burrows |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to procedures required before certain condominium associations file a suit or initiate an arbitration proceeding for a defect or design claim. |
| HB 1463 | Author: | Raymond |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the procedure for canceling an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of an individual who is 65 years of age or older. |
| HB 1464 | Author: | Raymond | King, Tracy O. | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the procedure for determining that certain land is no longer eligible for appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes as agricultural or open-space land. |
| HB 1466 | Author: | Bonnen, Dennis |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to Parks and Wildlife Department procedures for the transfer of ownership of boats or outboard motors; providing penalties; creating a criminal offense. |
| HB 1474 | Author: | VanDeaver | Guillen | Bernal |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the placement of money in the state instructional materials fund and payment of the instructional materials allotment. |
| HB 1481 | Author: | Murphy | Herrero | Deshotel | Fletcher | Phillips |
| Sponsor: | Birdwell | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to prohibiting the operation of an unmanned aircraft over certain facilities; creating a criminal offense. |
| HB 1491 | Author: | McClendon |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the publication of confidential criminal and juvenile justice records of certain juveniles; providing civil penalties. |
| HB 1492 | Author: | Miller, Doug | Keffer | Phillips | Clardy | Sheets |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to consideration of asbestos or silica trust claims in certain actions asserting asbestos- or silica-related injuries. |
| HB 1500 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain temporary orders in a suit for modification of an order in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship. |
| HB 1514 | Author: | Sheffield |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to health insurance identification cards issued by qualified health plan issuers. |
| HB 1535 | Author: | Frullo | Huberty | Phelan | Deshotel | Otto |
| Sponsor: | Fraser | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to rates of and certificates of convenience and necessity for certain non-ERCOT electric utilities; authorizing a surcharge. |
| HB 1546 | Author: | Allen |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the award of diligent participation credit to defendants confined in a state jail felony facility. |
| HB 1549 | Author: | McClendon |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to nonsubstantive corrections in statutes to references to the Texas Youth Commission and Texas Juvenile Probation Commission. |
| HB 1550 | Author: | Zerwas | Guerra | Farney | Miller, Rick | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the administration of epinephrine by pharmacists. |
| HB 1551 | Author: | Howard | Bonnen, Greg | Koop |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to money distributed by the School Land Board to the available school fund or to the State Board of Education for investment in the permanent school fund. |
| HB 1558 | Author: | Parker |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate churches that provide overnight shelter for children. |
| HB 1559 | Author: | Parker | Minjarez |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to public school Internet website information concerning local programs and services available to assist homeless students. |
| HB 1560 | Author: | Hernandez |
| Sponsor: | Ellis | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to investment options for property recovered in a suit by a next friend or guardian ad litem on behalf of a minor or incapacitated person. |
| HB 1579 | Author: | Lucio III | Wu | Isaac | Anderson, Rodney | Villalba |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | |
| Caption: | Relating to the sale and purchase of shark fins or products derived from shark fins; creating a criminal offense. |
| HB 1583 | Author: | Clardy |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/03/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to block scheduling for certain associate degree and certificate programs at public junior colleges. |
| HB 1584 | Author: | Farias | Moody | Walle | Rodriguez, Justin | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a voluntary donation to the fund for veterans' assistance when applying for a hunting or fishing license. |
| HB 1595 | Author: | Murr | Thompson, Ed |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to testing certain defendants or confined persons for communicable diseases. |
| HB 1598 | Author: | Miller, Doug |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the Texas military forces oath of affirmation. |
| HB 1605 | Author: | Martinez, "Mando" |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of the Texas Airport Directory; eliminating a fee. |
| HB 1606 | Author: | Burkett | Price | Raymond | Dutton | Gonzales, Larry |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Workforce Investment Council, including assumption of the duties of the Texas Skill Standards Board. |
| HB 1613 | Author: | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the alignment of college readiness standards and expectations and essential knowledge and skills and the use to satisfy requirements concerning high school end-of-course assessment instruments of performance demonstrating satisfaction of certain college readiness benchmarks on certain assessment instruments designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. |
| HB 1617 | Author: | Paddie |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to authorizing certain real property transactions involving the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas. |
| HB 1621 | Author: | Bonnen, Greg |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to utilization review and notice and appeal of certain adverse determinations by utilization review agents. |
| HB 1624 | Author: | Smithee |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to transparency of certain information related to certain health benefit plan coverage. |
| HB 1626 | Author: | Johnson, Eric | Price | Darby | Deshotel | Longoria |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of certain areas as banking or credit union development districts to encourage the establishment of branches of banks or credit unions in those areas. |
| HB 1640 | Author: | Farias | Kuempel | Frank | Gutierrez |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the compatibility of certain defense community regulations and structures with military operations. |
| HB 1657 | Author: | Vo |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the determination of an experience-rated employer's eligibility for a surplus credit rate under the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act. |
| HB 1661 | Author: | Guerra | Muñoz, Jr. | Lucio III | Zerwas | Sheffield |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to Medicaid billing for the services of substitute dentists. |
| HB 1662 | Author: | Sheets |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the exemption of certain property from municipal drainage service charges. |
| HB 1665 | Author: | Bonnen, Dennis | Keffer | Larson | Lucio III | Stephenson |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to notice of water level fluctuations to purchasers of real property adjoining an impoundment of water. |
| HB 1666 | Author: | Bonnen, Dennis |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the liability of certain persons for damages arising from training exercises to prepare the persons to respond to certain emergencies. |
| HB 1670 | Author: | Sheets | Hernandez | Spitzer | Zerwas |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the possession and removal of a placenta from a hospital or birthing center. |
| HB 1678 | Author: | Raymond | Price | Naishtat |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the continuation and functions of the Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities. |
| HB 1679 | Author: | Raymond | Burkett | Price | Villalba |
| Sponsor: | Birdwell | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the continuation of the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities. |
| HB 1681 | Author: | Bohac |
| Sponsor: | Bettencourt | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of a county clerk to require an individual to present photo identification to file certain documents in certain counties. |
| HB 1683 | Author: | Bohac |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to an identifying number assigned to a notary public by the secretary of state. |
| HB 1690 | Author: | King, Phil | Bonnen, Dennis | Davis, Sarah | Sheets | Smithee |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the investigation and prosecution of offenses against public administration, including ethics offenses. |
| HB 1692 | Author: | Sheets |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the doctrine of forum non conveniens. |
| HB 1702 | Author: | Blanco | Aycock |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the elimination of the fee for the Gold Star mother, father, spouse, or family member specialty license plate. |
| HB 1706 | Author: | VanDeaver | Crownover | Deshotel | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Burton | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to reducing paperwork and duplicate reports required of a school district. |
| HB 1707 | Author: | Stephenson | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the methods by which a political subdivision may submit contributions to the Texas Emergency Services Retirement System. |
| HB 1709 | Author: | Harless |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the closing, abandoning, and vacating of a public road by a county; authorizing the imposition of a fee. |
| HB 1716 | Author: | Oliveira | Deshotel |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the term for a lease of land owned by certain navigation districts. |
| HB 1717 | Author: | Oliveira |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the use of municipal hotel occupancy taxes by certain municipalities for ecological and space exploration-related tourism. |
| HB 1725 | Author: | Stephenson |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the composition of local boards of the Texas Emergency Services Retirement System. |
| HB 1733 | Author: | Smithee |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to automobile liability insurance for transportation network company drivers. |
| HB 1736 | Author: | Villalba | Oliveira |
| Sponsor: | Fraser | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to building energy efficiency performance standards. |
| HB 1740 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 05/21/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the administration of rabies vaccine under a local rabies control program. |
| HB 1741 | Author: | Lucio III |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to route designation for the issuance of a permit for the movement of oversize and overweight vehicles in certain counties. |
| HB 1756 | Author: | Rodriguez, Eddie | Workman | Israel |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the board of trustees of and distribution of certain benefits by a retirement system for firefighters in certain municipalities. |
| HB 1762 | Author: | Otto | Zerwas | Miller, Rick | Geren | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of a health care advocacy program for veterans. |
| HB 1769 | Author: | Zerwas | Faircloth |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to requirements for assisted living facility license applicants. |
| HB 1771 | Author: | Raney | Johnson, Eric |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the donation of sick leave by state employees. |
| HB 1774 | Author: | Lucio III |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the jurisdiction and powers of and the referral of certain proceedings to a criminal law hearing officer in Cameron County. |
| HB 1779 | Author: | Murr |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the disclosure in certain judicial proceedings of confidential communications between a physician and a patient and confidential patient records. |
| HB 1781 | Author: | Bonnen, Greg | Miles | Sheets |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to access by a sibling of a child separated from the sibling due to an action by the Department of Family and Protective Services. |
| HB 1782 | Author: | Bonnen, Greg |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to protective orders against certain persons who are convicted of or placed on deferred adjudication community supervision for an offense involving family violence. |
| HB 1783 | Author: | Moody | Dale | Minjarez |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the right of a school employee to report a crime, persons subject to the prohibition on coercing another into suppressing or failing to report information to a law enforcement agency, and the reporting of criminal history record information of educators and other public school employees who engage in certain misconduct; creating a criminal offense. |
| HB 1786 | Author: | Dutton |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the transfer of driver and traffic safety education from the Texas Education Agency and the Department of Public Safety to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation; changing the amounts of certain fees. |
| HB 1790 | Author: | Márquez | Nevárez |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to job performance on behalf of a fire fighter or police officer who is recovering from an off-duty injury. |
| HB 1793 | Author: | Frullo | Dale |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to reports of certain missing children and to the administration of missing or exploited children prevention grants. |
| HB 1794 | Author: | Geren | Harless | Burkett | Longoria | Murphy |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to suits brought by local governments for violations of certain laws under the jurisdiction of, or rules adopted or orders or permits issued by, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; affecting civil penalties. |
| HB 1804 | Author: | Naishtat |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to notice by campuses and open-enrollment charter schools about events that may significantly impact the education of certain foster children. |
| HB 1807 | Author: | Naishtat |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to requiring the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to maintain an inventory of postsecondary educational programs and services for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. |
| HB 1814 | Author: | Farney |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the online renewal of driver's licenses of certain active duty military personnel and relatives. |
| HB 1832 | Author: | Pickett |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the requirements for and confidentiality of state agency continuity of operations plans. |
| HB 1833 | Author: | Pickett |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to agreements of certain counties to acquire, construct, maintain, or operate a toll bridge. |
| HB 1841 | Author: | Bonnen, Greg |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | |
| Caption: | Relating to the applicability of the sales and use tax to certain insurance services. |
| HB 1842 | Author: | Aycock | Dutton | Bohac | Rodriguez, Eddie | Farney |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to public school accountability, including the intervention in and sanction of a public school that has received an academically unsuccessful performance rating for at least two consecutive school years and the designation of a school district as a district of innovation. |
| HB 1846 | Author: | King, Susan |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to public comments on federal grants and contracts related to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. |
| HB 1853 | Author: | Button | Burkett | Koop |
| Sponsor: | Huffines | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the removal of a tenant's personal property after a writ of possession has been issued in an eviction suit. |
| HB 1874 | Author: | Zerwas | Villalba | Kacal | Raney |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the establishment of the Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council. |
| HB 1878 | Author: | Laubenberg | Coleman | Guerra | Bonnen, Greg | Giddings |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the provision of telemedicine medical services in a school-based setting, including the reimbursement of providers under the Medicaid program for those services. |
| HB 1879 | Author: | Smith |
| Sponsor: | Bettencourt | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to exemptions from continuing education requirements for certain county commissioners. |
| HB 1881 | Author: | Capriglione | Parker | Landgraf | Fallon | Springer |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to authorizing certain private schools to charge fees for processing or handling certain payments or payment transactions. |
| HB 1887 | Author: | Muñoz, Jr. | Canales | Guerra | Lucio III | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the establishment of a regional center for public safety excellence in the Rio Grande Valley. |
| HB 1888 | Author: | Capriglione |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to commercial driver's licenses and commercial learner's permits and the operation of commercial motor vehicles; authorizing a fee; increasing a penalty. |
| HB 1890 | Author: | Elkins |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the development and implementation of a statewide strategy for legacy system modernization. |
| HB 1902 | Author: | Howard | Isaac | Workman | Lucio III |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the regulation and use of graywater and alternative onsite water. |
| HB 1905 | Author: | Springer | Simmons | Goldman | Wray | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain state and local taxes, including ad valorem taxes, and to the repeal of certain of those taxes. |
| HB 1908 | Author: | Naishtat |
| Sponsor: | Garcia | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the continuity of care for offenders with mental impairments. |
| HB 1912 | Author: | Elkins |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to employment of a statewide data coordinator in the Department of Information Resources. |
| HB 1914 | Author: | Bonnen, Dennis | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the frequency with which the Board of Pardons and Paroles considers the eligibility of certain inmates for release on parole. |
| HB 1919 | Author: | Phillips |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the applicability of certain provisions concerning invasive species. |
| HB 1923 | Author: | Naishtat |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to qualifications of special judges. |
| HB 1924 | Author: | Coleman | Zerwas |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of a psychologist to delegate certain care to an intern. |
| HB 1925 | Author: | Geren |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the transfer of the Texas Farm and Ranch Lands Conservation Program to the Parks and Wildlife Department. |
| HB 1927 | Author: | Bonnen, Greg | Faircloth | Laubenberg | Fallon | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the procedures for applying for a ballot to be voted by mail; creating a criminal offense. |
| HB 1930 | Author: | White, James | Flynn |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to strategic planning for the operation of community supervision and corrections departments. |
| HB 1933 | Author: | Darby |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to installment payments of ad valorem taxes. |
| HB 1934 | Author: | Kacal |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the Beef Promotion and Research Council of Texas. |
| HB 1937 | Author: | Darby |
| Sponsor: | Fraser | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to procedures and eligibility for terminating participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas deferred retirement option plan. |
| HB 1945 | Author: | Bonnen, Greg | Simpson | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the provision of direct primary care. |
| HB 1949 | Author: | Springer | Lozano |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the annexation of certain roads and areas adjacent to those roads. |
| HB 1953 | Author: | Bonnen, Dennis |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the deadline for counties and municipalities to provide notice of a proposed property tax rate. |
| HB 1963 | Author: | Deshotel |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 87 as the Texas Game Warden Michael C. Pauling Memorial Highway. |
| HB 1964 | Author: | Clardy |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain convention center hotel projects. |
| HB 1969 | Author: | Martinez, "Mando" |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of certain permits for the movement of oversize or overweight vehicles on certain highways. |
| HB 1982 | Author: | Miller, Rick |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the transfer of certain state property from the Texas Department of Transportation to the University of Houston. |
| HB 1992 | Author: | Zerwas | Clardy |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/03/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the granting of undergraduate course credit by advanced placement examination at public institutions of higher education. |
| HB 1993 | Author: | Sheffield |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authorization of independent school districts to use electronic means to notify parents of a student's academic performance. |
| HB 2000 | Author: | Gutierrez |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the purchase of certain commodity items by an entity other than a state agency. |
| HB 2002 | Author: | Keffer |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the recycling of county surplus or salvage property. |
| HB 2014 | Author: | Sheets | Fallon | Guillen | Moody |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of military personnel to obtain certification to teach career and technology education classes in public schools. |
| HB 2020 | Author: | Martinez, "Mando" | Springer | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the scope of duties of an emergency medical technician-paramedic and a licensed paramedic. |
| HB 2022 | Author: | Smith |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the maximum capacity of a container of wine sold to a retail dealer; amending a provision subject to a criminal penalty. |
| HB 2025 | Author: | Gonzales, Larry |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to participation of certain school districts in the three-year high school diploma plan pilot program. |
| HB 2027 | Author: | Bonnen, Greg | Faircloth | Laubenberg | Fallon | Villalba |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to establishing precincts for elections held on a uniform election date by certain political subdivisions. |
| HB 2031 | Author: | Lucio III | Keffer | Hunter | Miller, Doug | Workman |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the diversion, treatment, and use of marine seawater and the discharge of treated marine seawater and waste resulting from the desalination of marine seawater; adding provisions subject to a criminal penalty. |
| HB 2033 | Author: | Raymond |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to authorizing counties to require the submission of digital maps in connection with the county plat approval process. |
| HB 2037 | Author: | Geren | Darby |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to compensation and leave for certain peace officers. |
| HB 2038 | Author: | Geren |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to legal representation for certain emergency services districts. |
| HB 2049 | Author: | Darby | Longoria | Paul | Leach |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to indemnification and duties of engineers and architects under certain governmental contracts. |
| HB 2050 | Author: | Rodriguez, Eddie |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to voter information provided by a voter registrar to the secretary of state. |
| HB 2052 | Author: | Bohac |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to loss damage waivers in connection with the rental of certain heavy equipment; providing penalties. |
| HB 2053 | Author: | Farney | Craddick | Thompson, Senfronia | Burkett |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the protection of certain children who may be subject to child abuse or neglect through the operation of the child safety check alert list and training for law enforcement officers relating to the child safety check alert list. |
| HB 2055 | Author: | Davis, Sarah |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the establishment of a sentinel surveillance program for emerging and neglected tropical diseases. |
| HB 2066 | Author: | Oliveira | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the rescission of nonjudicial foreclosure sales. |
| HB 2067 | Author: | Oliveira |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the rescission or waiver of an acceleration of the maturity date of certain debt secured by a lien on real property. |
| HB 2070 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain requirements for certain facilities licensed by the Department of Family and Protective Services and the department's enforcement authority. |
| HB 2076 | Author: | Oliveira | Harless |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to notice requirements and other procedures relating to the possession or sale of a motor vehicle, motorboat, vessel, or outboard motor by a possessory lienholder. |
| HB 2079 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of May as Postpartum Depression Awareness Month. |
| HB 2083 | Author: | Darby | Otto | Cook | Bonnen, Dennis | Israel |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the determination of the appraised value of property for purposes of an ad valorem tax protest or appeal. |
| HB 2108 | Author: | Galindo | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Garcia | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a medal for certain members of the military forces who served during the Cold War. |
| HB 2115 | Author: | Phillips | Fallon | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the initial inspection period for motor vehicles purchased by certain commercial fleet buyers. |
| HB 2119 | Author: | Lozano | Murr | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to charitable organizations, including charitable organizations that may conduct prescribed burning. |
| HB 2121 | Author: | King, Tracy O. |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the repeal of obsolete laws governing county road systems in certain counties. |
| HB 2123 | Author: | King, Phil | Fallon | Flynn |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to participation of the state military forces in the state group benefits program. |
| HB 2131 | Author: | Davis, Sarah | Zerwas | Burkett |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of centers of excellence to achieve healthy fetal outcomes in this state. |
| HB 2134 | Author: | Burkett |
| Sponsor: | Hall | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to allowing a governmental body to request clarification of a request for public information by electronic mail. |
| HB 2135 | Author: | Miller, Doug |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the purchasing of a firearm of an honorably retired or deceased peace officer. |
| HB 2145 | Author: | Smithee | Frullo | Sheets |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to provisional authority for certain individual insurance license applicants to act as insurance agents; authorizing a fee; requiring an occupational provisional permit; adding provisions that may be subject to a criminal penalty. |
| HB 2150 | Author: | Alvarado | Herrero | Riddle | Moody | Wu |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the organization of a grand jury. |
| HB 2152 | Author: | Fletcher |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the confidentiality of certain information concerning service members of the state military forces. |
| HB 2154 | Author: | Dutton |
| Sponsor: | Birdwell | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the functions and operation of the State Office of Administrative Hearings. |
| HB 2159 | Author: | Moody |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to requiring the payment of restitution as a condition of community supervision for offenses involving family violence committed in the presence of certain children. |
| HB 2160 | Author: | Paul |
| Sponsor: | Bettencourt | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the release of election judges' and clerks' contact information. |
| HB 2162 | Author: | Simmons |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to municipal regulation of the use of alarm systems; authorizing a municipal fee. |
| HB 2167 | Author: | Smith |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain images captured by an unmanned aircraft. |
| HB 2168 | Author: | Muñoz, Jr. |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the payment date for annuities from the Teacher Retirement System of Texas. |
| HB 2171 | Author: | Sheffield | Zerwas | Zedler | Miller, Rick | Collier |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to information maintained in the immunization registry with the consent of an individual after the individual becomes an adult. |
| HB 2179 | Author: | Lucio III |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to hearings that concern the issuance of permits by a groundwater conservation district. |
| HB 2181 | Author: | Faircloth | Smith |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to designating the Interstate Highway 45 causeway to Galveston the George and Cynthia Mitchell Memorial Causeway. |
| HB 2185 | Author: | Clardy |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the execution of a search warrant for taking a DNA specimen. |
| HB 2186 | Author: | Cook | Harless | Coleman | Allen | Huberty |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to suicide prevention training for educators in public schools. |
| HB 2187 | Author: | Smith | Morrison | Cook | Turner, Sylvester | Phelan |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the regulation of metal recycling entities; imposing an administrative penalty; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. |
| HB 2189 | Author: | Parker |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a developmentally disabled offender program established by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. |
| HB 2193 | Author: | Smithee |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the office of a public defender appointed by the Commissioners Court of Randall County. |
| HB 2194 | Author: | Springer | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Burton | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the offense of leaving a motor vehicle unattended. |
| HB 2205 | Author: | Crownover | VanDeaver | Schaefer |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the State Board for Educator Certification, educator preparation programs, educator certification, issuance of certain teaching permits, and certain procedures for investigating educator misconduct. |
| HB 2206 | Author: | Crownover |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the transfer of the oversight of the Texas State Cemetery to the State Preservation Board and to the creation of the State Cemetery preservation trust fund. |
| HB 2207 | Author: | Keffer | Anchia | King, Phil | Clardy | Longoria |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the foreclosure sale of property subject to an oil or gas lease. |
| HB 2208 | Author: | Herrero |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to access to criminal history record information by a county tax assessor-collector. |
| HB 2213 | Author: | Metcalf |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the tow rotation list in certain counties. |
| HB 2216 | Author: | Coleman | Burkett |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to information required of an applicant for a driver's license. |
| HB 2230 | Author: | Larson | Lucio III | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to authorize an injection well used for oil and gas waste disposal to be used for the disposal of nonhazardous brine produced by a desalination operation or nonhazardous drinking water treatment residuals. |
| HB 2232 | Author: | Kuempel | Farias |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of regional military sustainability commissions for certain military installations. |
| HB 2235 | Author: | Anderson, Rodney |
| Sponsor: | Birdwell | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the eligibility requirements of a notary public. |
| HB 2244 | Author: | Zerwas | Villalba |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the regulation of medical waste; adding and amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. |
| HB 2246 | Author: | Villalba | Harless | Lucio III | Johnson, Eric | Koop |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the restriction of certain intoxication offenders to the operation of a motor vehicle with an ignition interlock device in lieu of a license suspension. |
| HB 2251 | Author: | Anchia |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to an established schedule of payments from the foundation school fund of the yearly entitlement of certain open-enrollment charter schools. |
| HB 2257 | Author: | White, James |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain emergency services districts that are exempted from filing an audit report. |
| HB 2261 | Author: | Villalba | King, Phil |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the transfer or termination of certain timeshare interests. |
| HB 2265 | Author: | Hughes |
| Sponsor: | Hall | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 154 in Wood and Hopkins Counties as the Sgt. Tanner Stone Higgins Memorial Highway. |
| HB 2272 | Author: | Raney |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to surety bond requirements for reserve deputy sheriffs. |
| HB 2278 | Author: | Muñoz, Jr. |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to authorizing certain current and retired associate judges to conduct a marriage ceremony. |
| HB 2286 | Author: | Parker | Meyer | Moody | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Burton | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the eligibility of certain victims of trafficking of persons for an order of nondisclosure; authorizing a fee. |
| HB 2290 | Author: | Parker | Meyer | Frullo |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to designating January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month. |
| HB 2291 | Author: | Parker | Meyer | Frullo | Villalba | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the payment of restitution to certain individuals depicted in child pornography and to increasing the punishment for certain individuals convicted of the offense of possession or promotion of child pornography. |
| HB 2293 | Author: | Darby |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the certification by the comptroller to the commissioner of education of the taxable value of property in each school district. |
| HB 2296 | Author: | Smith |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to regulation by a municipality of the possession of an open container or the public consumption of alcoholic beverages. |
| HB 2299 | Author: | Riddle |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | |
| Caption: | Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain laws concerning community supervision granted in criminal cases, including conforming amendments. |
| HB 2300 | Author: | Riddle |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to eliminating telegraph transmission as a method to communicate certain information in a criminal case. |
| HB 2303 | Author: | Kuempel | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a landowner's liability for injuries incurred during certain recreational activities. |
| HB 2313 | Author: | Bohac |
| Sponsor: | Garcia | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to an exemption from the sales and use tax for items sold by certain nonprofit organizations through a vending machine; adding a provision subject to a criminal offense. |
| HB 2332 | Author: | Miller, Doug |
| Sponsor: | Fraser | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the naming by the Texas Historical Commission of certain areas without historical value that are on historic sites. |
| HB 2339 | Author: | Smith | Meyer | Geren | Dale | Villalba |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to consumption of alcoholic beverages in public entertainment facilities. |
| HB 2340 | Author: | Sheffield |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to regulation of prescribed pediatric extended care centers; amending a provision subject to a criminal penalty. |
| HB 2349 | Author: | Aycock |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to public school assessment, performance standards, and course requirements. |
| HB 2354 | Author: | Farney | Keffer |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to changing the date of the May uniform election. |
| HB 2358 | Author: | Lucio III | Anderson, Rodney |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the exemption from certain registration and licensing requirements and taxes for certain businesses and employees who enter this state in response to a disaster or emergency. |
| HB 2366 | Author: | Goldman |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the notation on the precinct list of registered voters that a voter voted early. |
| HB 2372 | Author: | Dutton |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to training requirements for juvenile correctional officers employed by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department. |
| HB 2390 | Author: | Bohac |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to civil liability arising from an employee wellness program. |
| HB 2394 | Author: | Darby |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the compelled production of certain customer records by a financial institution. |
| HB 2396 | Author: | Howard | Darby | Crownover |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to eliminating requirements that certain public institutions of higher education set aside portions of tuition for student loan repayment programs for certain physicians and state attorneys. |
| HB 2398 | Author: | White, James | Reynolds |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to court jurisdiction and procedures relating to truancy; establishing judicial donation trust funds; providing criminal penalties; imposing a court cost. |
| HB 2400 | Author: | Bohac | Martinez Fischer | Wu | Keough |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the sale of a new motor vehicle to certain manufacturers or distributors. |
| HB 2404 | Author: | Anderson, Rodney |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain security devices for residential tenancies. |
| HB 2410 | Author: | Nevárez |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the annual audit of the books and records of the Maverick County Hospital District. |
| HB 2419 | Author: | Wray |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the relationship between the Estates Code and the former Texas Probate Code. |
| HB 2424 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to fees paid to the Automobile Burglary and Theft Prevention Authority. |
| HB 2428 | Author: | Wray |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the adoption of the Texas Uniform Disclaimer of Property Interests Act. |
| HB 2430 | Author: | Kuempel | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to food and beverage consumption in certain public swimming pools. |
| HB 2439 | Author: | Smith |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to inspections and other activities conducted by engineers in connection with the issuance of certain windstorm and hail insurance; authorizing a fee. |
| HB 2455 | Author: | Burkett | Villalba | Farrar |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the establishment of a task force to promote uniformity in the collection and reporting of information relating to family violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking. |
| HB 2463 | Author: | Raymond | Burkett | Price |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the continuation of the functions of the Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services and certain other functions. |
| HB 2464 | Author: | Smith |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the transfer of a plumber's license on the retirement or death of the plumber. |
| HB 2472 | Author: | Zerwas |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the automatic admission of undergraduate students to The University of Texas at Austin. |
| HB 2475 | Author: | Geren |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the establishment of the center for alternative finance and procurement within the Texas Facilities Commission and to public and private partnerships; authorizing a fee. |
| HB 2476 | Author: | Guerra |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the operations of health care funding districts in certain counties located on the Texas-Mexico border. |
| HB 2481 | Author: | Smith |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the licensing and regulation of auctioneers, associate auctioneers, and auctions; requiring an occupational license; requiring a fee. |
| HB 2486 | Author: | Keffer | Lucio III | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the right of a person to enter the person's residence or former residence accompanied by a peace officer to recover certain personal property; creating an offense. |
| HB 2489 | Author: | Leach |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to regulation by a property owners' association of residential leases or rental agreements. |
| HB 2491 | Author: | Pickett |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to licensing and appointment of title insurance escrow officers; changing the limit applicable to a fee; authorizing a fee. |
| HB 2498 | Author: | Zerwas | Martinez, "Mando" |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a compact with other states regarding the licensure of emergency medical services personnel and the authority of those personnel to perform job duties in this state and other states. |
| HB 2499 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia | Herrero |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the electronic filing of bail bonds. |
| HB 2507 | Author: | Kacal | Raney | Springer |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a sales and use tax exemption for certain equipment used for digital audio broadcasting. |
| HB 2511 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of the human trafficking prevention business partnership. |
| HB 2515 | Author: | Muñoz, Jr. |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to authority to establish, operate, and maintain a foreign trade zone at or adjacent to the Pharr port of entry. |
| HB 2519 | Author: | Coleman |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to expenditures made by emergency services districts and the sale of district property. |
| HB 2521 | Author: | Coleman | Cyrier | Schubert | Morrison | Cook |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | |
| Caption: | Relating to the allocation and use of payments received under oil and gas leases of land owned by the state for a county road. |
| HB 2528 | Author: | Harless | Thompson, Senfronia | Riddle | Fletcher | Walle |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of a water district to accept donations to fund certain economic development programs. |
| HB 2533 | Author: | Goldman |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the repeal of an offense prohibiting offensive noise on a premises covered by an alcoholic beverage license or permit. |
| HB 2536 | Author: | Harless | Dutton | Davis, Sarah |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to jurisdiction in an eminent domain proceeding in Harris County. |
| HB 2540 | Author: | Simpson |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of Spur 63 in Gregg County as the Texas Ranger Glenn Elliott Memorial Highway. |
| HB 2547 | Author: | Miller, Rick |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the transfer of certain state property from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to Fort Bend County. |
| HB 2549 | Author: | Davis, Yvonne |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority and operation of regional tollway authorities. |
| HB 2557 | Author: | Zerwas |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain hospital districts and to certain corporations or organizations formed by those districts. |
| HB 2558 | Author: | Isaac |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the length of a billing month for a propane gas customer. |
| HB 2559 | Author: | Zerwas |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to leases and other agreements relating to real property entered into by certain hospital districts. |
| HB 2573 | Author: | Johnson, Eric | Hernandez | Schofield |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a deceptive trade practice related to the use of certain words to imply that a person who is not an attorney is authorized to practice law and the prosecution of a cause of action arising from that practice. |
| HB 2574 | Author: | Johnson, Eric | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to increasing awareness of the danger of heatstroke for a child left unattended in a motor vehicle. |
| HB 2583 | Author: | Bell |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to access to criminal history record information by a county sheriff. |
| HB 2588 | Author: | Naishtat | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to disclosures by nursing facilities and assisted living facilities regarding certification or classification to provide specialized care, treatment, or personal care services to residents with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders and the authority of the executive commissioner of the Health and Human Services Commission to adopt rules defining those conditions; adding requirements for an occupational license. |
| HB 2589 | Author: | Phelan | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the prosecution of and punishment for assaulting a disabled individual; increasing a criminal penalty. |
| HB 2590 | Author: | Johnson, Eric | Schofield |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to providing a remedy for fraud committed in certain real estate transactions. |
| HB 2593 | Author: | Price |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the sparsity adjustment for certain school districts under the Foundation School Program. |
| HB 2598 | Author: | Kuempel | Ashby | Wray |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the consideration of steel slag as solid waste by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. |
| HB 2604 | Author: | Dale | Phillips | Moody |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a concealed handgun license application that is submitted by a peace officer or a member of the state military forces. |
| HB 2610 | Author: | King, Ken | Keffer | Springer |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the minimum number of minutes of instruction for students to be provided by public school districts and the scheduling of the last day of school for students by public school districts. |
| HB 2612 | Author: | Pickett | Leach |
| Sponsor: | Hall | |
| Last Action: | 06/03/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a report to the legislature regarding the elimination of toll roads. |
| HB 2628 | Author: | Clardy |
| Sponsor: | Garcia | |
| Last Action: | 06/03/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the development and alignment by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board of curricula for certain educational programs. |
| HB 2629 | Author: | Kacal | Anderson, Charles "Doc" | Geren | Davis, Sarah | Meyer |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to unauthorized persons at public or private institutions of higher education in this state and to trespass, damage, or defacement occurring on the grounds of those institutions; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty and creating offenses. |
| HB 2630 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain programs provided to families of children at risk for abuse and neglect. |
| HB 2633 | Author: | Hernandez | Rodriguez, Justin | Clardy | Murr |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the release of a motor vehicle accident report. |
| HB 2634 | Author: | Kuempel | Martinez, "Mando" | Smith | Kacal | Bell |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the construction manager-at-risk used by a governmental entity. |
| HB 2641 | Author: | Zerwas | Guillen | Shaheen |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the exchange of health information in this state; creating a criminal offense. |
| HB 2645 | Author: | Blanco | Alvarado | Fallon | Herrero |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the prosecution of certain offenses involving family violence and to the violation of certain court orders or conditions of bond in a family violence, sexual assault or abuse, or stalking case. |
| HB 2646 | Author: | Giddings |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the disclosure of information regarding communicable diseases to first responders and certain entities. |
| HB 2655 | Author: | Frank | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to requiring the Department of Family and Protective Services to study the effectiveness of the relative and other designated caregiver placement program. |
| HB 2660 | Author: | Howard | King, Ken | Allen | VanDeaver | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to Foundation School Program funding for students enrolled in an optional flexible school day program. |
| HB 2665 | Author: | Moody |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to access to and receipt of certain information regarding a ward by certain relatives of the ward. |
| HB 2667 | Author: | Ashby |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the abolishment of certain programs administered by the Texas Economic Development Bank. |
| HB 2680 | Author: | Bonnen, Greg | Thompson, Ed |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to allocation of money from the law enforcement officer standards and education fund. |
| HB 2684 | Author: | Giddings | Walle |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of a model training curriculum and to the required training for certain school district peace officers and school resource officers. |
| HB 2696 | Author: | Howard | Coleman | Collier | Klick | Price |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a study on reducing workplace violence against nurses. |
| HB 2697 | Author: | Galindo | Sheets |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to services provided by continuing care facilities. |
| HB 2706 | Author: | Wray |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the value of personal property exempt from seizure by creditors. |
| HB 2708 | Author: | Coleman |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the qualifications for teaching a driver education course. |
| HB 2710 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the duty of an attorney ad litem to locate and represent a defendant in a suit to collect a delinquent ad valorem tax. |
| HB 2712 | Author: | Geren | Bohac |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the temporary exemption of certain tangible personal property related to large data center projects from the sales and use tax. |
| HB 2717 | Author: | Goldman | Gutierrez | Simmons | Collier |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the deregulation of hair braiding. |
| HB 2718 | Author: | Parker | King, Susan | Rose | Villalba | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Ellis | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | |
| Caption: | Relating to a program to allow faith- and community-based organizations to offer supplemental assistance to certain recipients of public assistance. |
| HB 2721 | Author: | Blanco |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to public notice of the time for voting during an early voting period. |
| HB 2732 | Author: | Metcalf | Meyer |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to recovery of covered unemployment compensation debt through participation in the federal Treasury Offset Program. |
| HB 2735 | Author: | Capriglione | Springer |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the sale of alcoholic beverages in certain areas annexed by a municipality. |
| HB 2739 | Author: | Capriglione | Simmons | Goldman | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Birdwell | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the use of a concealed handgun license as valid proof of personal identification. |
| HB 2747 | Author: | Landgraf | Faircloth |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to qualifications to serve as a petit juror. |
| HB 2767 | Author: | Keffer |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the powers, duties, and administration of groundwater conservation districts; amending provisions that authorize fees. |
| HB 2771 | Author: | Martinez, "Mando" | Springer | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to employment activities of certain emergency response personnel for purposes of the Texas Workers' Compensation Act. |
| HB 2772 | Author: | Martinez, "Mando" |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of certain economic development corporations to undertake and operate transportation-related projects. |
| HB 2776 | Author: | Murphy |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain premium discounts and rating programs for certain residential property insurance policies. |
| HB 2778 | Author: | Elkins |
| Sponsor: | Bettencourt | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the elections for which federal postcard applicant voters may be sent ballots by e-mail. |
| HB 2789 | Author: | Raymond | Naishtat |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to trauma-informed care training for certain employees of state supported living centers and intermediate care facilities. |
| HB 2794 | Author: | Farney | Thompson, Senfronia |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a delayed birth certificate; creating a criminal offense. |
| HB 2804 | Author: | Aycock | Meyer |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to evaluation of public school performance. |
| HB 2809 | Author: | Anderson, Charles "Doc" | Kacal |
| Sponsor: | Birdwell | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain counties. |
| HB 2812 | Author: | Springer | Deshotel | Fallon | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the limit on junior college courses that a high school student may enroll in for dual credit and the calculation of average daily attendance for a school district or open-enrollment charter school. |
| HB 2813 | Author: | King, Ken | Kacal | Thompson, Senfronia | Frullo | Zerwas |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to health benefit plan coverage for ovarian cancer screening. |
| HB 2827 | Author: | Phillips |
| Sponsor: | Garcia | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the definition of homeland security activity. |
| HB 2828 | Author: | Phillips |
| Sponsor: | Burton | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to obtain criminal history record information for certain persons, including employees, independent contractors, and volunteers. |
| HB 2849 | Author: | Sheffield |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the qualifications for a coronal polishing certificate. |
| HB 2851 | Author: | Parker |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the limitation on the liability of the nonprofit corporation established by the Texas Public Finance Authority to issue revenue bonds for open-enrollment charter schools to provide educational facilities. |
| HB 2878 | Author: | Márquez |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain qualified residential rental assistance projects financed by private activity bonds. |
| HB 2883 | Author: | Simmons |
| Sponsor: | Nelson | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the addition of territory to a crime control and prevention district and to a fire control, prevention, and emergency medical services district. |
| HB 2891 | Author: | Otto | Murr | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain filing and reporting requirements for certain taxable entities. |
| HB 2894 | Author: | Lozano |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the election of certain county bail bond board members. |
| HB 2896 | Author: | Parker | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Bettencourt | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | |
| Caption: | Relating to apportionment of certain receipts of a broadcaster under the franchise tax. |
| HB 2900 | Author: | Goldman |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to compliance with federal voting system standards. |
| HB 2913 | Author: | Aycock | White, Molly |
| Sponsor: | Fraser | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain counties. |
| HB 2926 | Author: | Anchia | Blanco |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to low income housing tax credits awarded for at-risk developments. |
| HB 2945 | Author: | Alonzo |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the use of the juvenile case manager fund. |
| HB 2946 | Author: | Phillips |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain laws governing the intersections of railroad tracks and public roadways. |
| HB 2950 | Author: | Klick | Price | Fallon | Crownover |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the Task Force on Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response. |
| HB 2965 | Author: | Gonzales, Larry | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to administrative support positions with the Texas Military Department. |
| HB 2968 | Author: | Guillen | Bernal | Larson |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the preservation of the Alamo complex and surrounding area and to the Alamo Preservation Advisory Board. |
| HB 2974 | Author: | Flynn | Alonzo | Paul | Hernandez | Stephenson |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the systems and programs administered by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas. |
| HB 3003 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia |
| Sponsor: | Garcia | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the appointment of counsel in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship. |
| HB 3014 | Author: | Parker | Burkett | Guerra |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the administration of "pay for success" contracts for state agencies. |
| HB 3024 | Author: | Guerra |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to coordination of dental benefits under certain insurance policies. |
| HB 3028 | Author: | Frullo |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to regulation of certain conduct by discount health care program operators, or concerning discount health care programs, that relates to prescription drugs or prescription drug benefits; authorizing administrative and civil penalties. |
| HB 3031 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 05/21/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the decertification of a certified capital company. |
| HB 3062 | Author: | Clardy |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the Jobs and Education for Texans Grant Program. |
| HB 3067 | Author: | Coleman |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the amount that may be donated by contract by certain populous counties to crime stoppers or crime prevention organizations. |
| HB 3070 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the disposition of remains. |
| HB 3074 | Author: | Springer | Cook | Turner, Sylvester | Klick | Wray |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 06/12/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the provision of artificially administered nutrition and hydration and life-sustaining treatment. |
| HB 3078 | Author: | Darby |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of an advisory committee to recommend a uniform pre-nursing curriculum for undergraduate professional nursing programs offered by public institutions of higher education. |
| HB 3091 | Author: | Miles |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the standards for boiler inspection agencies. |
| HB 3092 | Author: | Rose | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the establishment of a pilot program to provide protective services to certain persons determined to be at risk of future harm from abuse, neglect, or exploitation. |
| HB 3106 | Author: | Huberty | Phelan |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the period of time allowed for appointment of a board of managers for a school district. |
| HB 3121 | Author: | Thompson, Senfronia |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the enforcement of orders in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship. |
| HB 3123 | Author: | Price |
| Sponsor: | Nelson | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to governmental entities subject to the sunset review process. |
| HB 3132 | Author: | Parker |
| Sponsor: | Birdwell | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to eligibility requirements to act as a financial adviser or investment adviser in relation to certain public securities. |
| HB 3136 | Author: | Naishtat |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the use of a small estate affidavit to distribute certain intestate estates. |
| HB 3150 | Author: | Huberty | Hunter |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the calculation of taxable wages paid by a professional employer organization for purposes of the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act. |
| HB 3157 | Author: | Faircloth |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to notice of cancellation of elections. |
| HB 3160 | Author: | Alonzo | Thompson, Senfronia |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to an exception to the period of filing an application for the grant of letters testamentary or of administration of a decedent's estate. |
| HB 3163 | Author: | Cyrier | Isaac |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to civil suits filed against board members of a groundwater conservation district and the liability of a member for certain actions taken by the board. |
| HB 3185 | Author: | Raney |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain counties. |
| HB 3187 | Author: | Keffer | Workman |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to assessments for water and energy improvements in municipalities and counties; changing a fee. |
| HB 3190 | Author: | Villalba |
| Sponsor: | Huffines | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of certain persons to direct, consent to, or disapprove a trustee's decisions. |
| HB 3211 | Author: | King, Phil |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to training requirements for peace officers appointed to supervisory positions. |
| HB 3212 | Author: | King, Phil |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to peace officer identification cards. |
| HB 3225 | Author: | Murr |
| Sponsor: | Garcia | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to lane restrictions for certain motor vehicles in highway construction or maintenance work zones. |
| HB 3230 | Author: | Rodriguez, Justin | Minjarez | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the determination of eligible costs and expenses for purposes of the franchise tax credit for the rehabilitation of historic structures. |
| HB 3236 | Author: | Fletcher |
| Sponsor: | Bettencourt | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the extension of the portion of U.S. Highway 290 in Harris County designated as the Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway. |
| HB 3244 | Author: | Burkett |
| Sponsor: | Hall | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to authorizing broker agreements for the sale of real property held in trust by home-rule municipalities. |
| HB 3245 | Author: | Crownover |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to qualified nonprofit corporations acting for and on behalf of two or more cities. |
| HB 3264 | Author: | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the enforcement of permit requirements for the operation of a domestic wastewater treatment facility. |
| HB 3283 | Author: | Zerwas | Harless |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to contributions and registrations for an anatomical gift registry; authorizing a fee. |
| HB 3286 | Author: | Miller, Doug |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the dissolution of the Rebecca Creek Municipal Utility District. |
| HB 3302 | Author: | Darby | Coleman |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to highway landscaping projects. |
| HB 3307 | Author: | Miller, Rick | Flynn | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of the Employees Retirement System of Texas to make available a TRICARE Military Health System supplemental plan. |
| HB 3310 | Author: | Paul | Flynn | Bonnen, Dennis | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the funding policies, actuarial valuations, and reporting requirements of certain public retirement systems. |
| HB 3311 | Author: | Alvarado |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the scoring criteria for an application for a low income housing tax credit and the allocation of those credits to developments reserved for elderly persons. |
| HB 3315 | Author: | Gutierrez |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to changing the name of the Medical Advisory Committee appointed by the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation to the Combative Sports Advisory Board and allowing the board to address a broader range of issues. |
| HB 3316 | Author: | Miller, Doug |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the time for recording a durable power of attorney for certain real property transactions. |
| HB 3327 | Author: | Alvarado | Herrero | Harless | Raymond | Turner, Sylvester |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a grant program to fund domestic violence high risk teams. |
| HB 3333 | Author: | Clardy |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the investment of funds by certain municipal hospital authorities. |
| HB 3337 | Author: | Clardy | Raymond |
| Sponsor: | Nelson | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to training and education for state agency administrators and employees. |
| HB 3342 | Author: | Kuempel |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to interstate compacts and cooperative agreements relating to state purchasing. |
| HB 3348 | Author: | Clardy | Schaefer |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to authorization by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for certain public junior colleges to offer baccalaureate degree programs. |
| HB 3357 | Author: | Lucio III |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to permitted methods for certain political subdivisions to post notice of a meeting. |
| HB 3364 | Author: | Schofield |
| Sponsor: | Bettencourt | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the appeal of a judgment in an eviction suit. |
| HB 3373 | Author: | Miller, Doug | Fallon | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the liability of reimbursing employers under the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act. |
| HB 3374 | Author: | Morrison | Farrar | Geren |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to information regarding Down syndrome. |
| HB 3387 | Author: | Krause | Murphy | White, James | Fallon |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to sex offender treatment as a condition of parole or mandatory supervision for certain releasees. |
| HB 3424 | Author: | Smithee |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a study and report on the establishment of a central database containing information about certain individuals under guardianship. |
| HB 3433 | Author: | Sheffield | Springer | Clardy |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to level of care designations for hospitals that provide neonatal and maternal care. |
| HB 3438 | Author: | Riddle |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the transfer of surplus or salvage state agency property. |
| HB 3439 | Author: | Riddle |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the donation of property from a state agency to an assistance organization or a local governmental entity. |
| HB 3456 | Author: | Paul | Miller, Rick |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the composition of a district executive committee of a political party. |
| HB 3512 | Author: | Davis, Sarah |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to lobbying activities and the registration of lobbyists. |
| HB 3513 | Author: | Springer |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the Fisher County Hospital District. |
| HB 3517 | Author: | Davis, Sarah |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to requirements governing registration and authorized activities of certain lobbyists; expanding the applicability of an occupational registration. |
| HB 3519 | Author: | Guerra | Zerwas | Laubenberg | Lucio III | Sheffield |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to reimbursement for home telemonitoring services under Medicaid. |
| HB 3523 | Author: | Raymond | Klick |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to improving the delivery and quality of Medicaid acute care services and long-term care services and supports. |
| HB 3532 | Author: | Herrero |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to access to certain confidential information provided in an application for an exemption from ad valorem taxation. |
| HB 3536 | Author: | Landgraf |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the appointment of the commissioners of certain financial regulatory agencies by the Finance Commission of Texas. |
| HB 3538 | Author: | Smithee |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | |
| Caption: | Relating to the adoption of the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act of 2008. |
| HB 3547 | Author: | Larson | Button | Farias | Blanco | Villalba |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a voluntary veteran's employment preference for private employers. |
| HB 3555 | Author: | Parker |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain administrative procedures and enforcement authority relating to state banks, state trust companies, and bank holding companies. |
| HB 3576 | Author: | Alvarado |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to restrictions on the use, transfer, and sale of housing developments that have received certain financial assistance administered by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. |
| HB 3610 | Author: | Collier |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of Texas Juneteenth specialty license plates. |
| HB 3623 | Author: | Gonzales, Larry |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by the National Hispanic Institute. |
| HB 3628 | Author: | Geren | Lozano |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the adoption by the Department of Public Safety of rules governing the use of unmanned aircraft in the Capitol Complex; creating a criminal offense. |
| HB 3633 | Author: | Herrero | Collier |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to reimbursement for the costs of legal services provided to an indigent defendant in a criminal case. |
| HB 3668 | Author: | Workman |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the definition of peace officer for purposes of intercepting or collecting information in relation to certain communications in an investigation conducted by an arson investigating unit. |
| HB 3680 | Author: | Geren |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the confidentiality of certain information stored as part of the preparation of reports and personal financial statements required to be filed with the Texas Ethics Commission. |
| HB 3683 | Author: | Geren |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the electronic filing of personal financial statements with the Texas Ethics Commission. |
| HB 3685 | Author: | Anderson, Charles "Doc" |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the employment status of certain individuals engaged in rehabilitative work-training programs. |
| HB 3707 | Author: | Gonzales, Larry |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to cloud computing services. |
| HB 3710 | Author: | Blanco | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a voluntary contribution to the fund for veterans' assistance when applying for a concealed handgun license. |
| HB 3724 | Author: | Herrero |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the consideration of certain scientific evidence constituting the basis for an application for a writ of habeas corpus. |
| HB 3729 | Author: | Farias | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to inclusion of family members of veterans court program participants in the treatment and services provided to the participants under the program. |
| HB 3738 | Author: | Cyrier |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the requirement that a person or laboratory that performs an official equine infectious anemia test be approved by the Texas Animal Health Commission. |
| HB 3741 | Author: | Smith |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to standards for elevators, escalators, and related equipment; authorizing a fee. |
| HB 3742 | Author: | Smith |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation to determine applicant eligibility for a license. |
| HB 3747 | Author: | Phillips |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of a concealed handgun license to certain retired judicial officers. |
| HB 3748 | Author: | Farney |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the coordination of educational support services for and information regarding students who are currently or were formerly placed in foster care. |
| HB 3750 | Author: | Simmons | Lucio III | Murr |
| Sponsor: | Birdwell | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to interim studies on real property owned by the state. |
| HB 3777 | Author: | Collier | Capriglione | Klick | Turner, Chris |
| Sponsor: | Hancock | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the establishment and governance of certain regional transportation authorities. |
| HB 3781 | Author: | Crownover | Coleman | Zerwas | Ashby | Collier |
| Sponsor: | Watson | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of the Texas Health Improvement Network. |
| HB 3791 | Author: | Geren |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the provision of recordings of certain interactions with a peace officer relating to intoxication offenses. |
| HB 3823 | Author: | Price | Keough | McClendon | Frullo | Zerwas |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to rate-setting and data collection processes under the program of all-inclusive care for the elderly. |
| HB 3842 | Author: | Smithee |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to an agreement to finance and build a conference center and other appropriate facilities in or near a state park. |
| HB 3858 | Author: | Stephenson |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to fees charged by the Coastal Bend Groundwater Conservation District. |
| HB 3901 | Author: | Miller, Rick |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the repossession of an aircraft. |
| HB 3951 | Author: | Huberty |
| Sponsor: | Bettencourt | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the eligibility of persons to participate in an ad valorem tax sale of real property; creating a criminal offense. |
| HB 3982 | Author: | Romero, Jr. | Walle | White, James |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to solicitation of a person to buy drinks for consumption by an alcoholic beverage retailer or the retailer's employee; authorizing a civil penalty; amending a provision that is subject to a criminal penalty. |
| HB 3987 | Author: | Farney | Guillen | Schubert |
| Sponsor: | Garcia | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to programs in public schools designed to facilitate planning and saving for higher education and facilitate personal financial literacy instruction. |
| HB 3994 | Author: | Morrison | Bonnen, Greg | King, Phil | Krause | Simmons |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/12/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to notice of and consent to an abortion for a minor and associated requirements; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. |
| HB 3996 | Author: | Blanco |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the donation of juror reimbursements. |
| HB 4001 | Author: | Raymond | Faircloth |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to providers of certain home and community support services; authorizing a fee, providing penalties, and requiring an occupational license. |
| HB 4003 | Author: | Laubenberg |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the redaction of personally identifiable information of victims from juvenile court records. |
| HB 4030 | Author: | Dale |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to applications for and certain information regarding an applicant for registration or endorsement under the Private Security Act. |
| HB 4046 | Author: | Alvarado | Flynn | Martinez Fischer | Larson | Johnson, Eric |
| Sponsor: | Ellis | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the confidentiality of student records. |
| HB 4059 | Author: | Oliveira |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to limitations on annexation by and extraterritorial jurisdiction of certain municipalities. |
| HB 4086 | Author: | Muñoz, Jr. |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the right to a de novo hearing before the referring court regarding a temporary order rendered by an associate judge in certain family law proceedings. |
| HB 4097 | Author: | Hunter | Lozano | Lucio III | Guillen | Herrero |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to seawater desalination projects. |
| HB 4099 | Author: | Fletcher |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Van | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of K9s4COPs specialty license plates. |
| HB 4112 | Author: | Burns |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the rights of an owner of groundwater. |
| HB 4126 | Author: | Zerwas |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 218; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes. |
| HB 4148 | Author: | Morrison |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to compensation and reimbursement of expenses for the board of directors of the Refugio County Drainage District No. 1. |
| HB 4168 | Author: | Bonnen, Dennis | Miller, Rick | Zerwas | Reynolds | Thompson, Ed |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the composition of the board of directors and the powers of the Gulf Coast Water Authority. |
| HB 4187 | Author: | Farney |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to renaming the Corn Hill Regional Water Authority as the Lone Star Regional Water Authority; altering the governing body's membership. |
| HB 4199 | Author: | Paddie |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the Harrison County Court at Law. |
| HB 4203 | Author: | Schofield |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the substitution of land within the boundaries of the Harris County Water Control and Improvement District No. 159 after the approval or issuance of district bonds payable wholly or partly from taxes. |
| HCR 33 | Author: | Sheffield |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 03/24/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | In memory of Dr. Barry B. Thompson, The Texas A&M University System chancellor emeritus and Tarleton State University president emeritus. |
| HCR 34 | Author: | Raymond |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Directing DPS to name the new crime lab in Laredo the Oscar "O. J." Hale Crime Lab. |
| HCR 35 | Author: | Farney | Button | Springer | King, Ken |
| Sponsor: | Schwertner | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Designating the cowboy hat as the official State Hat of Texas. |
| HCR 38 | Author: | Ashby |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 04/21/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Congratulating the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce on its receipt of five-star accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. |
| HCR 43 | Author: | Isaac |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 05/18/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Designating Dripping Springs as the Wedding Capital of Texas. |
| HCR 44 | Author: | Miller, Doug |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 02/05/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | In memory of U.S. Army Sergeant Gilberto Lopez Sanchez of New Braunfels. |
| HCR 45 | Author: | Geren |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 02/05/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Granting the legislature permission to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning on Thursday, January 22, 2015, and ending on Monday, January 26, 2015. |
| HCR 46 | Author: | Farias | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Urging Congress to require the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to provide VA services to incarcerated veterans detained in state hospitals and to consider expanding such services to all incarcerated veterans. |
| HCR 47 | Author: | Lozano | Hunter |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 03/27/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Congratulating San Patricio County Judge Terry Simpson on being named the 2014 Newsmaker of the Year by the Corpus Christi Caller-Times. |
| HCR 48 | Author: | Kuempel |
| Sponsor: | Whitmire | |
| Last Action: | 02/05/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Inviting the governor to address a joint session of the legislature on February 17, 2015. |
| HCR 58 | Author: | Bonnen, Dennis |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 03/13/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Commemorating the life of Charlie Brown. |
| HCR 60 | Author: | Longoria |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 04/08/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Honoring the Garza family of Peñitas for their record of accomplishments in higher education. |
| HCR 62 | Author: | Springer |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Designating Nocona as the official Classic Car Capital of Texas for a 10-year period beginning in 2015. |
| HCR 65 | Author: | Naishtat |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Designating the western honey bee as the official State Pollinator of Texas. |
| HCR 69 | Author: | White, James |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Designating the city of Jasper as the official Butterfly Capital of Texas. |
| HCR 70 | Author: | Flynn | Fletcher | King, Susan | Tinderholt | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Authorizing the State Preservation Board to approve and permit the construction of a monument at the state Capitol Complex, at a site outside the historic Capitol grounds, honoring veterans of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. |
| HCR 76 | Author: | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Designating Poteet as the official Strawberry Capital of Texas for a 10-year period beginning in 2015. |
| HCR 77 | Author: | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Zaffirini | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Redesignating Jim Hogg County as the official Vaquero Capital of Texas. |
| HCR 78 | Author: | Guillen |
| Sponsor: | Huffines | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Designating "the Lone Star State" as the official nickname of Texas. |
| HCR 79 | Author: | Larson |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 03/27/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Recognizing musician Phil Collins as an honorary Texan and commending him for his donation of Alamo artifacts to the State of Texas. |
| HCR 80 | Author: | Peña |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Petitioning Congress to provide funding for repairs to the Battleship Texas. |
| HCR 81 | Author: | Peña | Simpson |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Expressing support for the placement of a monument to Lorenzo de Zavala on the grounds of the Texas State Library and Archives Commission building. |
| HCR 85 | Author: | Wray | Geren | Flynn | Blanco | Miller, Rick |
| Sponsor: | Birdwell | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Directing the governor of the State of Texas to posthumously award the Texas Legislative Medal of Honor to Chief Petty Officer Christopher Scott Kyle. |
| HCR 86 | Author: | Smithee |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 04/21/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | In memory of Amarillo City Council member James Harold Simms. |
| HCR 87 | Author: | Smithee |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 04/21/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | In memory of Gene Earl Parker of Amarillo. |
| HCR 88 | Author: | Moody |
| Sponsor: | Rodríguez | |
| Last Action: | 05/18/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | In memory of El Paso Constable Robert Parker White. |
| HCR 92 | Author: | Harless |
| Sponsor: | Creighton | |
| Last Action: | 04/21/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Congratulating Dr. Stephen C. Head on his appointment as president of the Lone Star College System. |
| HCR 93 | Author: | King, Susan |
| Sponsor: | Fraser | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Designating Abilene as the official Storybook Capital of Texas. |
| HCR 94 | Author: | Springer |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Urging the U.S. Congress to designate the Chisholm Trail and the Great Western Trail as National Historic Trails. |
| HCR 95 | Author: | Geren | Craddick |
| Sponsor: | Fraser | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | In memory of Roy Houston Moore of Austin. |
| HCR 99 | Author: | Paul |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 05/05/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | In memory of David Michael Braun of Nassau Bay. |
| HCR 100 | Author: | Lozano |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 03/27/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Commemorating the centennial of the King Ranch Main House. |
| HCR 104 | Author: | Sheets | Anderson, Rodney | Canales | White, James | Wu |
| Sponsor: | Huffines | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Designating #txlege as the official hashtag of the Texas Legislature. |
| HCR 105 | Author: | Sheets | Anderson, Rodney | Canales | White, James | Wu |
| Sponsor: | Huffines | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Designating #Texas as the official hashtag of Texas. |
| HCR 106 | Author: | Sheets | Anderson, Rodney | Canales | White, James | Wu |
| Sponsor: | Huffines | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Designating #TexasToDo as the official state hashtag of Texas Tourism. |
| HCR 108 | Author: | Hunter |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Requesting the lieutenant governor and the speaker to create a joint interim committee to study the development and potential economic impact of a cruise industry on the Texas coast between Calhoun and Cameron Counties. |
| HCR 110 | Author: | Bonnen, Greg |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Recognizing May 2015 as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Month. |
| HCR 114 | Author: | Johnson, Eric | Anchia | Meyer | Rose | Koop |
| Sponsor: | West | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Recognizing the Operation Blue Shield initiative. |
| HCR 116 | Author: | Wu | Vo | Button |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Paying tribute to the memory of Thomas J. Lee, the first Asian American to serve in the Texas Legislature. |
| HCR 118 | Author: | Canales |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | In memory of former Hidalgo County Commissioner Oscar L. Garza Jr. of Edinburg. |
| HCR 119 | Author: | Muñoz, Jr. |
| Sponsor: | Hinojosa | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Designating September as Valley Voter Awareness Month for a 10-year period beginning in 2015. |
| HCR 121 | Author: | Wu | Schubert |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Congratulating Hennessey Performance in Sealy on setting a world speed record with its Venom GT. |
| HCR 122 | Author: | Faircloth |
| Sponsor: | Taylor, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Designating the Texas Gulf shrimp as the Official State Crustacean of Texas. |
| HCR 126 | Author: | Craddick |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Honoring former Midland mayor Ernest Angelo Jr. for his civic contributions and professional accomplishments. |
| HCR 127 | Author: | Wu |
| Sponsor: | Huffman | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Westchase District in Houston. |
| HCR 128 | Author: | Price | Smithee | King, Ken | Aycock | VanDeaver |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Honoring Shanna Peeples on her selection as National Teacher of the Year. |
| HCR 129 | Author: | King, Susan |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Paying tribute to the U.S. military personnel from Texas who lost their lives in the line of duty. |
| HCR 130 | Author: | Parker |
| Sponsor: | Nichols | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Designating May 26 as John Wayne Day for a 10-year period beginning in 2015. |
| HCR 132 | Author: | Lucio III |
| Sponsor: | Lucio | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Designating Brownsville as the official Bicycling Capital of the Rio Grande Valley for a 10-year period beginning in 2015. |
| HCR 134 | Author: | Darby |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 3078. |
| HCR 135 | Author: | Morrison |
| Sponsor: | Kolkhorst | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | In memory of U.S. Army Specialist Kerry Danyluk. |
| HCR 136 | Author: | Smithee |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Honoring Conquer Chiari for its efforts in behalf of those with Chiari malformation. |
| HCR 137 | Author: | Hughes | Flynn | Schaefer | Thompson, Senfronia | Craddick |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | In memory of the Honorable Leo Berman of Tyler. |
| HCR 138 | Author: | Phillips |
| Sponsor: | Estes | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 1919. |
| HCR 139 | Author: | Larson |
| Sponsor: | Perry | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 30. |
| HCR 143 | Author: | Bonnen, Dennis |
| Sponsor: | Nelson | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 32. |
| HCR 144 | Author: | Anderson, Rodney |
| Sponsor: | Eltife | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Instructing the enrolling clerk of the House to make corrections in H.B. No. 2404. |
| HCR 145 | Author: | Nevárez |
| Sponsor: | Uresti | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Recognizing the secretary of the army for the work on the Amistad International Reservoir and the effort to continue to find funds to carry out work related to Section 4006 of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014. |
| HCR 146 | Author: | Craddick |
| Sponsor: | Seliger | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Congratulating Charles and Margaret Semple of Midland on their 50th wedding anniversary. |
| HCR 147 | Author: | Keough |
| Sponsor: | Menéndez | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 3184. |
| HCR 149 | Author: | Isaac |
| Sponsor: | Campbell | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 3405. |
| SB 1 | Author: | Nelson | Bettencourt | Birdwell | Burton | Campbell | et al. |
| Sponsor: | Bonnen, Dennis | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain restrictions on the imposition of ad valorem taxes and to the duty of the state to reimburse certain political subdivisions for certain revenue loss; making conforming changes. |
| SB 11 | Author: | Birdwell | Bettencourt | Burton | Campbell | Creighton | et al. |
| Sponsor: | Fletcher | |
| Last Action: | 06/13/2015 E Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | |
| Caption: | Relating to the carrying of handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education; providing a criminal penalty. |
| SB 18 | Author: | Nelson | Hinojosa | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | Zerwas | |
| Last Action: | 06/03/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to measures to support or enhance graduate medical education in this state, including the transfer of certain assets from the Texas Medical Liability Insurance Underwriting Association to the permanent fund supporting graduate medical education and the authority of the association to issue new policies. |
| SB 20 | Author: | Nelson |
| Sponsor: | Price | Cook | Raymond | Kuempel | |
| Last Action: | 06/04/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to state agency contracting. |
| SB 24 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Zerwas | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to training for members of the governing board of a public institution of higher education. |
| SB 27 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Howard | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the online broadcast of open meetings of institutions of higher education. |
| SB 31 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Guillen | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of certain volunteer firefighter and emergency services organizations to hold tax-free sales or auctions. |
| SB 34 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Gonzales, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a report concerning information security for this state's information resources. |
| SB 37 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Naishtat | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to requiring the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to collect and study data on the participation of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities at public institutions of higher education. |
| SB 42 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Sheffield | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the selection process for student members of the board of regents of a state university or state university system. |
| SB 44 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Howard | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to matching private grants given to enhance additional research activities at institutions of higher education. |
| SB 45 | Author: | Zaffirini | Uresti |
| Sponsor: | Guillen | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of a portion of Interstate Highway 37 as the Trooper Terry Wayne Miller Memorial Highway. |
| SB 46 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Raymond | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the confidentiality of certain property tax appraisal photographs. |
| SB 55 | Author: | Nelson |
| Sponsor: | King, Susan | |
| Last Action: | 06/04/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of a grant program to support community mental health programs for veterans and their families. |
| SB 57 | Author: | Nelson |
| Sponsor: | Simmons | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to information collected by a regional tollway authority, regional mobility authority, regional transportation authority, metropolitan rapid transit authority, or coordinated county transportation authority. |
| SB 58 | Author: | Nelson |
| Sponsor: | Faircloth | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the enforcement of commercial vehicle safety standards by certain municipalities and counties. |
| SB 59 | Author: | Nelson |
| Sponsor: | Raymond | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to an exemption from competitive bidding requirements for the procurement of services for victims of family violence. |
| SB 60 | Author: | Nelson |
| Sponsor: | Price | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to video recordings made by children's advocacy centers. |
| SB 66 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | Crownover | Herrero | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the use of epinephrine auto-injectors on public school and open-enrollment charter school campuses and at or in transit to or from off-campus school events. |
| SB 94 | Author: | Hinojosa | Nelson |
| Sponsor: | Guerra | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain fees charged for the adjudication of pharmacy benefit claims. |
| SB 97 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | Alvarado | Collier | Guillen | Isaac | Paddie | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to regulation of the sale, distribution, possession, use, and advertising of e-cigarettes, cigarettes, and tobacco products; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. |
| SB 100 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | Murphy | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the enterprise zone program. |
| SB 107 | Author: | Whitmire |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of campus behavior coordinators to serve at public school campuses and issues to be considered when removing a student from class. |
| SB 108 | Author: | Whitmire |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain criminal procedures for misdemeanor offenses committed by children. |
| SB 112 | Author: | Taylor, Van |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of a magistrate to prohibit certain communications in an order for emergency protection; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. |
| SB 125 | Author: | West |
| Sponsor: | Naishtat | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain assessments for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services. |
| SB 133 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Coleman | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to mental health first aid training for school district employees and school resource officers. |
| SB 140 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Craddick | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a sales and use tax exemption for telecommunications services used for the navigation of certain farm and ranch machinery and equipment. |
| SB 142 | Author: | Garcia |
| Sponsor: | Klick | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the appointment and training of volunteer deputy registrars. |
| SB 147 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Hernandez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the violation of certain court orders or conditions of bond in a family violence, sexual assault or abuse, stalking, or trafficking case; providing penalties. |
| SB 149 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | Huberty | |
| Last Action: | 05/11/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to alternative methods for satisfying certain public high school graduation requirements, including the use of individual graduation committees. |
| SB 158 | Author: | West |
| Sponsor: | Fletcher | White, James | Johnson, Eric | Koop | Reynolds | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a body worn camera program for certain law enforcement agencies in this state; creating a criminal offense; authorizing a fee. |
| SB 168 | Author: | Uresti |
| Sponsor: | Farias | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to temporary waiver of superintendent certification for employment of public school district superintendents. |
| SB 169 | Author: | Uresti |
| Sponsor: | King, Susan | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to ensuring that certain military members and their spouses and dependents maintain their positions on interest lists or other waiting lists for certain health and human services assistance programs. |
| SB 172 | Author: | Huffman |
| Sponsor: | Clardy | Herrero | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the addition of certain substances to Penalty Groups 1-A and 2 of the Texas Controlled Substances Act for criminal prosecution and other purposes. |
| SB 173 | Author: | Huffman |
| Sponsor: | Clardy | Herrero | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation for criminal prosecution and other purposes of certain chemicals commonly referred to as synthetic cannabinoids as controlled substances and controlled substance analogues under the Texas Controlled Substances Act. |
| SB 183 | Author: | Huffman |
| Sponsor: | White, James | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the offenses of the violation of civil rights of and improper sexual activity with individuals in custody; imposing a criminal penalty. |
| SB 188 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Muñoz, Jr. | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain insurers' insurance rating and underwriting practices based on certain consumer inquiries. |
| SB 189 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Muñoz, Jr. | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain practices in the business of personal automobile insurance. |
| SB 193 | Author: | Creighton |
| Sponsor: | González, Mary | |
| Last Action: | 05/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates to honor recipients of certain military medals. |
| SB 195 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Crownover | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to prescriptions for certain controlled substances, access to information about those prescriptions, and the duties of prescribers and other entities registered with the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration; authorizing fees. |
| SB 200 | Author: | Nelson | Birdwell | Campbell | Hinojosa | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Price | Raymond | Dutton | Burkett | Gonzales, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the continuation and functions of the Health and Human Services Commission and the provision of health and human services in this state. |
| SB 202 | Author: | Nelson | Birdwell | Campbell | Hinojosa | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Price | Raymond | Dutton | Burkett | Gonzales, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the transfer of certain occupational regulatory programs and the deregulation of certain activities and occupations. |
| SB 203 | Author: | Nelson | Birdwell | Campbell | Hinojosa | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Raymond | Burkett | Price | Zerwas | Keough | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Health Services Authority as a quasi-governmental entity and the electronic exchange of health care information. |
| SB 206 | Author: | Schwertner | Birdwell | Campbell | Hinojosa | Nelson |
| Sponsor: | Burkett | Price | Raymond | Dutton | Gonzales, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Family and Protective Services and procedures applicable to suits affecting the parent-child relationship, investigations of child abuse and neglect, and conservatorship of a child; affecting fee amounts and authorizing an administrative penalty. |
| SB 207 | Author: | Hinojosa | Birdwell | Campbell | Nelson | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Gonzales, Larry | Raymond | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority and duties of the office of inspector general of the Health and Human Services Commission. |
| SB 208 | Author: | Campbell | Birdwell | Hinojosa | Nelson | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Burkett | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Workforce Commission. |
| SB 219 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Price | Raymond | |
| Last Action: | 04/02/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the provision of health and human services in this state, including the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and other state agencies, and the licensing of certain health professionals; clarifying certain statutory provisions; authorizing the imposition of fees. |
| SB 227 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Guillen | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of a segment of Farm-to-Market Road 624 in McMullen County as the Game Warden James E. Daughtrey Memorial Highway. |
| SB 236 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Farney | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the punishment of certain controlled substance offenses committed in a drug-free zone. |
| SB 239 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Zerwas | Coleman | |
| Last Action: | 06/03/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals. |
| SB 265 | Author: | Ellis |
| Sponsor: | Davis, Sarah | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to student use of sunscreen products in public schools. |
| SB 267 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Huberty | Larson | Villalba | Workman | King, Ken | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the regulation by a municipality or county of the rental or leasing of housing accommodations. |
| SB 272 | Author: | Hancock |
| Sponsor: | Burkett | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to making a voluntary contribution to the Special Olympics Texas fund when registering a motor vehicle or renewing a motor vehicle registration. |
| SB 273 | Author: | Campbell |
| Sponsor: | Guillen | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain offenses relating to carrying concealed handguns on property owned or leased by a governmental entity; providing a civil penalty. |
| SB 277 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Sheffield | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain health-related and other task forces and advisory committees. |
| SB 287 | Author: | West |
| Sponsor: | Smithee | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the elimination of certain court fees and costs and to the bill of costs provided to a defendant. |
| SB 288 | Author: | Estes |
| Sponsor: | Springer | |
| Last Action: | 05/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 16 in Young County as the Texas Game Warden Joseph Marshall Evans Memorial Highway. |
| SB 292 | Author: | Nelson |
| Sponsor: | Crownover | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a request for a waiver of the waiting period before human remains may be cremated. |
| SB 293 | Author: | Nelson |
| Sponsor: | Isaac | |
| Last Action: | 04/08/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a clarification of the law governing eligibility of certain events for funding under the Major Events trust fund. |
| SB 295 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Guillen | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to tracking career information for graduates of Texas medical schools and persons completing medical residency programs in Texas. |
| SB 304 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Raymond | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain violations committed by long-term care facilities, including violations that constitute the abuse and neglect of residents. |
| SB 306 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Raymond | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the information included in the annual report of the State Commission on Judicial Conduct. |
| SB 308 | Author: | Whitmire |
| Sponsor: | Coleman | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the powers and duties of campus police departments at private institutions of higher education. |
| SB 314 | Author: | West |
| Sponsor: | Burkett | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to appointment of a nonparent as managing conservator of a child. |
| SB 316 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | Leach | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the prioritization of certain available legal defense services when appointing representation for an indigent defendant in a criminal case. |
| SB 317 | Author: | Hinojosa | Lucio | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Muñoz, Jr. | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. |
| SB 318 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | King, Susan | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the amount the Texas Military Preparedness Commission may grant to local governmental entities for certain purposes. |
| SB 332 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Hunter | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the use of maximum allowable cost lists related to pharmacy benefits. |
| SB 339 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Klick | Zerwas | Zedler | Coleman | Sheffield | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis and the regulation of related organizations and individuals; requiring a dispensing organization to obtain a license to dispense low-THC cannabis and any employee of a dispensing organization to obtain a registration; authorizing fees. |
| SB 344 | Author: | Huffman |
| Sponsor: | Dale | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the prosecution of the offense of online solicitation of a minor. |
| SB 354 | Author: | Nelson |
| Sponsor: | Zerwas | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the transfer to the Health and Human Services Commission of contracting authority for children's advocacy centers and volunteer advocate programs. |
| SB 363 | Author: | Fraser |
| Sponsor: | Murr | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the election dates for directors of the Bandera County River Authority and Groundwater District. |
| SB 367 | Author: | Garcia |
| Sponsor: | Geren | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the unauthorized use of an alcoholic beverage permit or license; providing a criminal penalty. |
| SB 373 | Author: | West |
| Sponsor: | Rose | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to increased oversight by the Department of State Health Services of hospitals that commit certain violations. |
| SB 374 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Dale | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to requiring state agencies to participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify. |
| SB 378 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Sheffield | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the liability of certain social workers who provide volunteer health care services to charitable organizations. |
| SB 381 | Author: | Uresti |
| Sponsor: | Guillen | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to tort liability arising from a volunteer's operation of a Parks and Wildlife Department motor-driven vehicle or motor-driven equipment. |
| SB 382 | Author: | Uresti |
| Sponsor: | Huberty | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to public school educator continuing education credit for instruction on the use of an automated external defibrillator. |
| SB 383 | Author: | Uresti |
| Sponsor: | Bernal | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the time of delivery to the early voting ballot board for ballots voted by mail in certain counties. |
| SB 386 | Author: | Taylor, Van |
| Sponsor: | Villalba | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to school marshals for public junior colleges, notifying a parent or guardian whether an employee of a public junior college is appointed school marshal, and the confidentiality of information submitted to or collected by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement in connection with a certification for appointment as school marshal. |
| SB 389 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Blanco | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the placement of military occupational specialty codes on certain notices of state agency employment openings. |
| SB 394 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | King, Phil | Springer | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the use of supplemental environmental projects by a local government to come into compliance with environmental laws or remediate environmental harm caused by the local government. |
| SB 409 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | White, James | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the dissemination of confidential information contained in the juvenile justice information system. |
| SB 415 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Israel | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of a portion of Farm-to-Market Road 685 in Travis County as the Deputy Jessica Hollis Memorial Highway. |
| SB 425 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Bonnen, Greg | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to health care information provided by and notice of facility fees charged by certain freestanding emergency medical care facilities. |
| SB 431 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | Phelan | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the deadline for filing a candidate's personal financial statement. |
| SB 435 | Author: | Lucio |
| Sponsor: | Coleman | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the powers and duties of a county treasurer. |
| SB 449 | Author: | Bettencourt |
| Sponsor: | Gonzales, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the titling, registration, and operation of an autocycle. |
| SB 450 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Sheets | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the liability of a political subdivision of this state for certain claims relating to land acquired by the political subdivision under certain circumstances. |
| SB 453 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | Clardy | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to minimum scores required for public school students to receive credit by an examination administered through the College-Level Examination Program. |
| SB 455 | Author: | Creighton |
| Sponsor: | Schofield | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to special three-judge district courts convened to hear certain cases. |
| SB 458 | Author: | Lucio |
| Sponsor: | Bonnen, Greg | Craddick | Oliveira | Turner, Sylvester | Anderson, Charles "Doc" | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the aerospace and aviation office of the Texas Economic Development and Tourism Office and to the aerospace and aviation advisory committee. |
| SB 459 | Author: | Lucio |
| Sponsor: | Alvarado | Alonzo | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of the Advisory Council on Cultural Affairs in the office of the governor. |
| SB 460 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Crownover | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the licensing and regulation of pharmacists and pharmacies. |
| SB 461 | Author: | Perry | Eltife | Hinojosa | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Parker | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to false or misleading packaging, labeling, or advertising of certain abusable synthetic substances; providing civil penalties; creating a criminal offense. |
| SB 462 | Author: | Huffman |
| Sponsor: | Farrar | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to authorizing a revocable deed that transfers real property at the transferor's death. |
| SB 463 | Author: | Huffman |
| Sponsor: | Kuempel | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the restructuring of certain fund accounts of the Texas County and District Retirement System. |
| SB 473 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Frullo | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to defenses and exceptions to the prosecution of the criminal offense of the possession, manufacture, transport, repair, or sale of certain prohibited explosive weapons, firearms, and related items. |
| SB 478 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the promulgation of certain forms for use in landlord-tenant matters. |
| SB 481 | Author: | Hancock |
| Sponsor: | Smithee | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to consumer information concerning facility-based physicians and notice and availability of mediation for balance billing by a facility-based physician. |
| SB 487 | Author: | Ellis |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to postconviction forensic DNA analysis. |
| SB 489 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | Darby | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 87 in Howard County as the William B. Crooker Memorial Highway. |
| SB 494 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Muñoz, Jr. | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the availability of certain property and casualty insurance forms on the Internet. |
| SB 495 | Author: | Watson | Fraser | Kolkhorst |
| Sponsor: | Miller, Doug | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the service areas of certain junior college districts. |
| SB 498 | Author: | Taylor, Larry |
| Sponsor: | Bonnen, Dennis | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to building code requirements for residential property insured by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association. |
| SB 503 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Rodriguez, Eddie | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to financial assistance to local governmental entities affected by the realignment of defense jobs or facilities. |
| SB 505 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Workman | |
| Last Action: | 05/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to painting and marking requirements for certain meteorological evaluation towers; creating an offense. |
| SB 507 | Author: | Lucio |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the placement and use of video cameras in self-contained classrooms or other settings providing special education services. |
| SB 512 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the promulgation of certain forms for use in probate matters. |
| SB 519 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Crownover | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the registration of dental support organizations; imposing a fee; requiring an occupational registration; providing a civil penalty. |
| SB 523 | Author: | Birdwell | Estes | Fraser | Kolkhorst | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Keffer | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the sunset review of river authorities. |
| SB 529 | Author: | Hancock |
| Sponsor: | King, Phil | |
| Last Action: | 05/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the eligibility of a landman for unemployment compensation. |
| SB 530 | Author: | Hancock |
| Sponsor: | Parker | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the licensing of vehicles for hire and passenger transportation services by certain airport governing boards; authorizing the imposition of fees; expanding the authorization to require an occupational license; amending a provision subject to a criminal penalty. |
| SB 534 | Author: | Watson | Creighton | Ellis | Hinojosa | Huffman | et al. |
| Sponsor: | Smithee | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the oath of a person admitted to practice law in the State of Texas. |
| SB 536 | Author: | Whitmire |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of certain prostitution prevention programs as commercially sexually exploited persons court programs. |
| SB 540 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the hours during which a holder of a retail dealer's on-premise late hours license may sell beer. |
| SB 550 | Author: | Uresti |
| Sponsor: | Rose | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | |
| Caption: | Relating to requiring dental support for a child subject to a child support order. |
| SB 551 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | Keffer | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the duty of the Water Conservation Advisory Council to submit a report and recommendations regarding water conservation in this state. |
| SB 562 | Author: | Nichols |
| Sponsor: | Phillips | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to annual permits to move certain equipment; authorizing a fee. |
| SB 565 | Author: | West |
| Sponsor: | Smithee | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to designating the first week of May as Jury Appreciation Week. |
| SB 569 | Author: | Creighton |
| Sponsor: | Elkins | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the presumption of abandonment of certain tangible personal property held by a county. |
| SB 572 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Sheets | |
| Last Action: | 05/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain title insurance policy liability and reinsurance requirements. |
| SB 574 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Naishtat | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of the State Cemetery preservation trust fund. |
| SB 578 | Author: | Hinojosa | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Allen | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to providing inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice with information regarding reentry and reintegration resources. |
| SB 582 | Author: | Kolkhorst |
| Sponsor: | Harless | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to training courses for certain food handlers. |
| SB 584 | Author: | Uresti |
| Sponsor: | Simmons | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the indexing of correction instruments in a county index to real property records. |
| SB 593 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Darby | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to pretrial settlement discussions during ad valorem tax appeals. |
| SB 596 | Author: | Estes |
| Sponsor: | Crownover | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the imposition of the student centers fee at Texas Woman's University. |
| SB 607 | Author: | Hancock |
| Sponsor: | Alvarado | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the Texas Interagency Council for the Homeless. |
| SB 610 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Murr | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to limited liability for an agritourism entity involved in an agritourism activity. |
| SB 627 | Author: | Huffman |
| Sponsor: | Hunter | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain defenses to libel actions. |
| SB 630 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Dale | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to protective orders for certain victims of sexual assault or abuse, stalking, or trafficking. |
| SB 631 | Author: | Campbell |
| Sponsor: | Larson | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of certain contiguous municipalities to agree to extend municipal court jurisdiction. |
| SB 632 | Author: | Fraser |
| Sponsor: | Button | Ashby | Johnson, Eric | Anderson, Charles "Doc" | Faircloth | |
| Last Action: | 06/03/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of the governor's university research initiative and to the abolishment of the Texas emerging technology fund. |
| SB 633 | Author: | Fraser |
| Sponsor: | Isaac | Villalba | Bell | Rodriguez, Eddie | Alvarado | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain event trust funds and the abolishment of the special event trust fund. |
| SB 638 | Author: | Nichols |
| Sponsor: | Otto | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the transfer of certain state property from the Texas Department of Transportation to the Shepherd Independent School District; requiring the payment of certain transaction fees. |
| SB 641 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Raney | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to debit card or stored value card surcharges; providing a civil penalty. |
| SB 643 | Author: | Creighton |
| Sponsor: | Faircloth | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to proceedings held in auxiliary facilities outside certain county seats. |
| SB 652 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Farney | Simmons | Oliveira | Rinaldi | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to excluding a franchisor as an employer of a franchisee or a franchisee's employees. |
| SB 653 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Oliveira | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to increasing the amount of burial benefits required to be paid by an insurance carrier under the workers' compensation system. |
| SB 655 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Smithee | |
| Last Action: | 05/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to own risk and solvency assessment by insurers and insurance groups; providing a penalty. |
| SB 656 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Parker | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to perpetual care cemeteries. |
| SB 660 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Blanco | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to regional coordinators within the veteran entrepreneur program. |
| SB 662 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Alonzo | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the representation of certain indigent applicants for a writ of habeas corpus. |
| SB 664 | Author: | Taylor, Van |
| Sponsor: | Sheets | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to employment termination for falsification of military record in obtaining employment or employment benefits. |
| SB 667 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Smithee | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to reinsurance, distributions, and pooling arrangements by captive insurance companies. |
| SB 671 | Author: | Birdwell |
| Sponsor: | Keffer | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of Loop 567 in Granbury as the Deputy Sergeant Lance McLean Memorial Highway. |
| SB 674 | Author: | Campbell |
| Sponsor: | Coleman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to instruction regarding mental health, substance abuse, and youth suicide in educator training programs. |
| SB 678 | Author: | Nelson |
| Sponsor: | Simmons | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to coordinated county transportation authorities. |
| SB 679 | Author: | Nelson |
| Sponsor: | Burkett | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to public meetings of joint airport boards. |
| SB 680 | Author: | Nelson |
| Sponsor: | Capriglione | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the sale of alcoholic beverages in areas annexed or owned by certain municipalities. |
| SB 681 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Rodriguez, Justin | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a bailiff administering the selection of names of persons for jury service in certain counties. |
| SB 684 | Author: | Taylor, Larry |
| Sponsor: | Bonnen, Greg | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the relationship of certain optometrists, therapeutic optometrists, and ophthalmologists with certain managed care plans, including preferred provider plans. |
| SB 685 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | Raney | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the applicability of open meetings and public information laws to the education research center advisory board. |
| SB 686 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | Clardy | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the Math and Science Scholars Loan Repayment Program. |
| SB 695 | Author: | Taylor, Larry |
| Sponsor: | Faircloth | Thompson, Ed | Deshotel | Hunter | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a study of the feasibility and desirability of creating and maintaining a coastal barrier system. |
| SB 699 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Kuempel | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the Texas Real Estate Commission and the regulation of certain real estate professionals. |
| SB 700 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Smith | |
| Last Action: | 05/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the use of electronic processes by and electronic information submitted to the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission; authorizing a fee. |
| SB 709 | Author: | Fraser |
| Sponsor: | Morrison | Bonnen, Dennis | Deshotel | Harless | Smith | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to procedures for certain environmental permit applications. |
| SB 724 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Craddick | Frullo | Israel | Parker | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the motor vehicle sales tax applicable to motor vehicles used by transportation companies for certain purposes. |
| SB 733 | Author: | Fraser |
| Sponsor: | Workman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of certain political subdivisions to change the date of their general elections. |
| SB 734 | Author: | Fraser |
| Sponsor: | Cook | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the setting of annual interest rates for utility deposits by the Public Utility Commission of Texas. |
| SB 735 | Author: | Fraser |
| Sponsor: | King, Ken | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to discovery of evidence of the net worth of a defendant in connection with a claim for exemplary damages. |
| SB 737 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Moody | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain protective orders and magistrate's orders for emergency protection. |
| SB 740 | Author: | West |
| Sponsor: | Canales | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the assessment of court costs and fees on conviction of multiple offenses or on conviction of multiple counts of the same offense. |
| SB 742 | Author: | Ellis |
| Sponsor: | Davis, Sarah | |
| Last Action: | 05/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of Texas Medical Center specialty license plates. |
| SB 746 | Author: | Whitmire |
| Sponsor: | Turner, Sylvester | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the civil commitment of sexually violent predators; amending provisions subject to criminal penalties. |
| SB 752 | Author: | Bettencourt |
| Sponsor: | Murphy | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the repeal of the inheritance tax. |
| SB 754 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Zedler | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the use of money in the motorcycle education fund account for certain motorcycle safety programs. |
| SB 755 | Author: | Taylor, Van |
| Sponsor: | Button | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the application of the sales and use tax to certain computer program transactions. |
| SB 757 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Springer | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the repeal of the production taxes on crude petroleum and sulphur. |
| SB 760 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Price | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to access and assignment requirements for, support and information regarding, and investigations of certain providers of health care and long-term services. |
| SB 761 | Author: | Creighton |
| Sponsor: | Murphy | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the taxation of fireworks. |
| SB 774 | Author: | Fraser |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to studies on the rates of electric utilities. |
| SB 776 | Author: | Fraser |
| Sponsor: | Kacal | Cook | Clardy | Paddie | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the operations of a municipally owned utility or municipal power agency; providing authority to issue bonds. |
| SB 782 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Smithee | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the investigation by the commissioner of insurance of acts of insurance fraud. |
| SB 783 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Frullo | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the development of antifraud educational programs by the Texas Department of Insurance and acceptance of gifts, grants, and donations for the department's fraud unit. |
| SB 784 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Frullo | |
| Last Action: | 05/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to collection and use of certain information reported to and by the Texas Department of Insurance and certain approval authority and hearings held in connection with reported information. |
| SB 788 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Paddie | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to requiring direct access to 9-1-1 service from certain telephone systems and equivalent systems that use Internet Protocol enabled services. |
| SB 790 | Author: | Kolkhorst |
| Sponsor: | Fletcher | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the procedures applicable to the revocation of a person's release on parole or to mandatory supervision. |
| SB 791 | Author: | Kolkhorst |
| Sponsor: | Zerwas | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to education about congenital cytomegalovirus in infants. |
| SB 795 | Author: | Perry | Bettencourt | Birdwell | Burton | Campbell | et al. |
| Sponsor: | Klick | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to establishing an interstate voter registration crosscheck program. |
| SB 797 | Author: | Lucio |
| Sponsor: | Guerra | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a grant program to reduce wait times for agricultural inspections of vehicles at ports of entry along the Texas-Mexico border. |
| SB 804 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | King, Ken | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the period of eligibility for support from the universal service plan for certain providers. |
| SB 805 | Author: | Campbell |
| Sponsor: | Raney | Guillen | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the employment of individuals qualified for a veteran's employment preference. |
| SB 806 | Author: | Campbell |
| Sponsor: | King, Susan | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the College Credit for Heroes program. |
| SB 807 | Author: | Campbell |
| Sponsor: | Sheets | |
| Last Action: | 06/04/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to occupational license application and examination fees for certain military service members, military veterans, and military spouses. |
| SB 808 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Smith | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the sale of distilled spirits to ultimate consumers by the holder of a distiller's and rectifier's permit. |
| SB 810 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | Smithee | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of an independent school district to contract with a municipality for the design, improvement, or construction of an instructional facility, stadium, or other athletic facility. |
| SB 812 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Lucio III | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the appointment of an associate judge in a family law proceeding involving a name change. |
| SB 813 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Lucio III | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the use of digitized signatures in certain family law proceedings. |
| SB 814 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Lucio III | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to waivers of citation in certain family law suits. |
| SB 815 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 05/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a temporary restraining order for preservation of property and protection of the parties in a suit for the dissolution of marriage. |
| SB 817 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of a protective order and the appointment of a managing conservator in certain family law proceedings. |
| SB 818 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the requirement that a parent appointed as a conservator of a child disclose certain information regarding family violence; creating a criminal offense. |
| SB 821 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Lucio III | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to references to school in the Family Code. |
| SB 822 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Lucio III | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the applicability of certain definitions and certain laws governing attorneys ad litem, guardians ad litem, and amicus attorneys in family law proceedings. |
| SB 825 | Author: | Huffman |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the prosecution of the offense of prostitution. |
| SB 830 | Author: | Kolkhorst |
| Sponsor: | Dutton | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of an independent ombudsman for children and youth in foster care. |
| SB 832 | Author: | Campbell |
| Sponsor: | King, Susan | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the coordinating workgroups of the Texas Coordinating Council for Veterans Services. |
| SB 833 | Author: | Campbell |
| Sponsor: | King, Susan | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the continuation of a residence homestead exemption from ad valorem taxation while the owner is temporarily absent because of military service. |
| SB 835 | Author: | Taylor, Van |
| Sponsor: | Sheets | |
| Last Action: | 05/12/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to increasing the punishment for the offense of fraudulent or fictitious military record. |
| SB 836 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Rodriguez, Eddie | Naishtat | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to management services for the physical facilities of the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired and the Texas School for the Deaf. |
| SB 849 | Author: | Bettencourt |
| Sponsor: | Elkins | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to access to and fees associated with binding arbitration of appraisal review board orders. |
| SB 850 | Author: | Taylor, Van |
| Sponsor: | Flynn | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a public duty justification for conduct of a service member of the Texas military forces. |
| SB 853 | Author: | Kolkhorst |
| Sponsor: | Button | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the signature requirement for a sales tax permit application filed electronically. |
| SB 854 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Lucio III | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the renewal or amendment of certain permits issued by groundwater conservation districts. |
| SB 855 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Kuempel | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the territory and board of the Canyon Regional Water Authority. |
| SB 858 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Smith | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to license holders authorized to obtain label approval for beer, ale, and malt liquor. |
| SB 859 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Oliveira | Villalba | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to partnerships and limited liability companies. |
| SB 860 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Oliveira | Villalba | |
| Last Action: | 05/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to corporations and fundamental business transactions. |
| SB 862 | Author: | Birdwell |
| Sponsor: | Keffer | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to voting methods in a property owners' association election or vote. |
| SB 864 | Author: | Birdwell |
| Sponsor: | Keffer | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to secret ballots in a property owners' association election or vote. |
| SB 866 | Author: | Taylor, Larry |
| Sponsor: | Bonnen, Greg | Bonnen, Dennis | Faircloth | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the regulation of amusement redemption machine game rooms in certain counties. |
| SB 873 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Moody | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the courts authorized to hear certain matters relating to a capias pro fine. |
| SB 875 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Flynn | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the regulation of state trust companies. |
| SB 876 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Frullo | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the licensing of insurance agents and adjusters; providing a penalty. |
| SB 880 | Author: | Nelson |
| Sponsor: | Geren | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain committees and programs to develop the wine industry in this state through the Department of Agriculture. |
| SB 881 | Author: | Nelson |
| Sponsor: | Springer | Murphy | Phillips | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the dedication of certain wine-related revenue. |
| SB 888 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | Turner, Sylvester | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the appeal of waiver of jurisdiction and transfer to criminal court in juvenile cases. |
| SB 899 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Stephenson | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the regulation of money services businesses; affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense. |
| SB 900 | Author: | Taylor, Larry | Creighton | Kolkhorst | Lucio |
| Sponsor: | Bonnen, Greg | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association. |
| SB 901 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Collier | Oliveira | Sheets | |
| Last Action: | 05/21/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the amount of temporary income benefits to which an injured employee is entitled under the workers' compensation system. |
| SB 903 | Author: | Hancock |
| Sponsor: | Lucio III | |
| Last Action: | 05/05/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to procedures for the management, sale, or lease of certain state-owned real property and the management or collection of related funds, including disputed oil and gas royalties owed to the state. |
| SB 904 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | Darby | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to exempting emergency preparation supplies from the sales and use tax for a limited period. |
| SB 907 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Frullo | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the powers and duties of the board of regents of the Texas Tech University System and to workers' compensation coverage for employees of the system's components. |
| SB 909 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Rodriguez, Justin | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the county courts at law in Bexar County. |
| SB 912 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Crownover | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a volume-based exemption from reporting requirements for certain accidental discharges or spills from wastewater facilities. |
| SB 914 | Author: | Kolkhorst |
| Sponsor: | Schubert | Raymond | Naishtat | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a council on long-term care facility surveys and informal dispute resolution. |
| SB 917 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | King, Ken | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the applicability of the Texas Mass Gatherings Act to certain horse and greyhound races. |
| SB 918 | Author: | Nichols |
| Sponsor: | Otto | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the procedure for claiming an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the property of a veteran's organization. |
| SB 923 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Zedler | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the prosecution of the offense of obstruction or retaliation; creating a criminal offense. |
| SB 925 | Author: | Kolkhorst |
| Sponsor: | Aycock | |
| Last Action: | 05/21/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to providing training academies for public school teachers who provide reading instruction to students in kindergarten through grade three. |
| SB 928 | Author: | Lucio |
| Sponsor: | Anderson, Charles "Doc" | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the abolition of the equine incentive program. |
| SB 932 | Author: | Fraser |
| Sponsor: | Cook | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to retain assistance for federal proceedings affecting certain electric utilities and consumers. |
| SB 933 | Author: | Fraser |
| Sponsor: | Cook | Kacal | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to review transmission interconnections that enable imports or exports from the ERCOT power grid. |
| SB 934 | Author: | Kolkhorst |
| Sponsor: | Farney | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to providing training academies for public school teachers who provide mathematics instruction to students in kindergarten through grade three. |
| SB 935 | Author: | Kolkhorst |
| Sponsor: | Deshotel | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the establishment of a reading excellence team pilot program. |
| SB 940 | Author: | Taylor, Van |
| Sponsor: | Anchia | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the notification duties of a state governmental entity with public retirement system investment holdings in Sudan or Iran. |
| SB 947 | Author: | Zaffirini | Rodríguez | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Howard | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a study and report by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board on the feasibility of providing off-campus employment positions through the Texas college work-study program. |
| SB 949 | Author: | Uresti |
| Sponsor: | Naishtat | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the release of certain child fatality and near-fatality information for abused or neglected children. |
| SB 955 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Miller, Rick | Shaheen | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to permissible locations of open-enrollment charter schools created by certain institutions of higher education. |
| SB 956 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Muñoz, Jr. | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the delivery of personal automobile and residential property insurance policies; adding provisions that may be subject to a criminal penalty. |
| SB 961 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Guillen | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of February 19 as Iwo Jima Day. |
| SB 965 | Author: | Bettencourt |
| Sponsor: | Schofield | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the filing of a copy of certain records related to the release of an accused person on personal bond. |
| SB 968 | Author: | West |
| Sponsor: | Naishtat | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a prescription drug misuse awareness component of the health curriculum used in public schools. |
| SB 970 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Kacal | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the failure to handle certain animals in accordance with rules of the Texas Animal Health Commission; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. |
| SB 971 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Kacal | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to requirements for certain farm vehicles when operating on a highway. |
| SB 972 | Author: | Kolkhorst |
| Sponsor: | Deshotel | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to training academies for public school teachers who provide reading comprehension instruction to students in grades four and five. |
| SB 978 | Author: | Creighton |
| Sponsor: | Sheets | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to public information regarding workers' compensation insurance rate filings. |
| SB 979 | Author: | Creighton |
| Sponsor: | Meyer | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to individual indemnity health insurance. |
| SB 983 | Author: | Bettencourt |
| Sponsor: | Schofield | |
| Last Action: | 05/27/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to restrictions on the assessment of the fee charged for issuance of certain birth records. |
| SB 988 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Frullo | Burrows | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the prohibited disposition of a decedent's remains by a person charged with certain criminal conduct against the decedent; providing an administrative penalty. |
| SB 991 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Larson | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a requirement that the General Land Office conduct a study regarding the use of wind or solar power to desalinate brackish groundwater. |
| SB 995 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Wray | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to decedents' estates. |
| SB 996 | Author: | Taylor, Van |
| Sponsor: | Villalba | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to notifying a parent or guardian whether an employee of a school is appointed school marshal and the confidentiality of information submitted to or collected by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement in connection with a certification for appointment as school marshal. |
| SB 1004 | Author: | Bettencourt |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to courses and programs offered jointly by certain public junior colleges and independent school districts. |
| SB 1007 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Kuempel | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the practices and professions regulated by the Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board. |
| SB 1008 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Frullo | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of certain domestic life, health, and accident insurance companies to make investments in mezzanine real estate loans. |
| SB 1020 | Author: | Creighton |
| Sponsor: | Murr | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of the trustee of an express trust as a beneficiary of a trust account or a P.O.D. payee of a P.O.D. account. |
| SB 1021 | Author: | Creighton |
| Sponsor: | Oliveira | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to reporting requirements for certain unclaimed property. |
| SB 1024 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | White, James | Allen | Huberty | |
| Last Action: | 05/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to eligibility for course credit and high school diplomas of students enrolled in educational programs provided by the Windham School District in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. |
| SB 1025 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | Smithee | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to supplemental compensation paid to certain county judges. |
| SB 1049 | Author: | Campbell |
| Sponsor: | Sheets | Bohac | Bonnen, Dennis | |
| Last Action: | 06/04/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to an exemption from the franchise tax and certain filing fees for certain businesses owned by veterans during an initial period of operation in the state. |
| SB 1051 | Author: | Kolkhorst |
| Sponsor: | Zerwas | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the powers and duties of the North Fort Bend Water Authority. |
| SB 1057 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | Herrero | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the provision of funding for indigent defense services. |
| SB 1059 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | Herrero | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of certain permits for the movement of oversize or overweight vehicles. |
| SB 1060 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Ed | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the regulation of public insurance adjusters. |
| SB 1066 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Clardy | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to continuing eligibility requirements for institutions of higher education to participate in the Texas Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (T-STEM) Challenge Scholarship Program. |
| SB 1070 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | Moody | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to allowing certain defendants to successfully complete education at a substance abuse treatment facility in lieu of attending an education program; changing required conditions of community supervision for certain defendants. |
| SB 1071 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to requiring notice of the scheduling of an execution date and the issuance of a warrant of execution. |
| SB 1072 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Rodriguez, Eddie | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the removal of a precinct or county chair for abandonment of office. |
| SB 1073 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Rodriguez, Eddie | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the requirements for a candidate's application or nomination for a place on the ballot and related procedures. |
| SB 1075 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Flynn | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to criminal history record information obtained by the consumer credit commissioner. |
| SB 1077 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Parker | Oliveira | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the definition of "person" under the Uniform Commercial Code. |
| SB 1081 | Author: | Creighton |
| Sponsor: | Huberty | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the disclosure of certain information under a consolidated insurance program. |
| SB 1093 | Author: | Creighton |
| Sponsor: | Sheets | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to credit to certain ceding insurers for reinsurance ceded to certain assuming insurers. |
| SB 1101 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Paddie | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority to determine the supply of groundwater in and potential impacts on public health of certain regional water plans. |
| SB 1105 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Cook | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to fire inspections by the state fire marshal for state-owned and state-leased buildings. |
| SB 1107 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Smithee | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to contingent deferred annuity contracts. |
| SB 1108 | Author: | Lucio |
| Sponsor: | Deshotel | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of regional emergency communication districts; authorizing a fee. |
| SB 1115 | Author: | Campbell |
| Sponsor: | White, James | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a program allowing certain military voters on active duty overseas to cast a ballot electronically. |
| SB 1116 | Author: | West |
| Sponsor: | Smithee | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a notice or document sent by mail or electronic mail by a court, justice, judge, magistrate, or clerk of a judicial court. |
| SB 1117 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Naishtat | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to housing services provided through the transitional living services program to certain children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services. |
| SB 1128 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Davis, Sarah | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain diagnostic testing during pregnancy. |
| SB 1132 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Murr | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the protection and use of certain products, information, and technology of the Parks and Wildlife Department. |
| SB 1135 | Author: | Garcia | Huffman | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | González, Mary | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to civil and criminal liability for the unlawful disclosure or promotion of certain intimate visual material; creating an offense. |
| SB 1139 | Author: | Huffman |
| Sponsor: | Smithee | Raymond | Oliveira | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the operation and administration of and practice in courts in the judicial branch of state government, the composition of certain juvenile boards, and the increase of certain filing fees. |
| SB 1148 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Geren | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas in relation to the economic regulation of water and sewer service. |
| SB 1149 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Workman | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the commitment of certain juveniles to local post-adjudication secure correctional facilities in certain counties and to the release under supervision of those juveniles. |
| SB 1162 | Author: | Hancock |
| Sponsor: | Keffer | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | |
| Caption: | Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain local laws concerning water and wastewater special districts, including conforming amendments. |
| SB 1168 | Author: | West |
| Sponsor: | Villalba | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the operation of certain property owners' associations, condominium unit owners' associations, and councils of owners. |
| SB 1171 | Author: | Nichols |
| Sponsor: | Paddie | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the operation of certain oversize or overweight vehicles transporting timber, timber products, or forestry equipment on certain public roadways. |
| SB 1174 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Dutton | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the insurance reporting program operated by the Title IV-D agency. |
| SB 1189 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | Zerwas | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the establishment of a multidisciplinary studies associate degree program at each public junior college. |
| SB 1191 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | Crownover | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | |
| Caption: | Relating to the amount and allocation of the annual constitutional appropriation to certain agencies and institutions of higher education. |
| SB 1196 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Frullo | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the regulation of funding agreements, guaranteed investment contracts, and synthetic guaranteed investment contracts issued by a life insurer; clarifying certain provisions relating to insurer receivership. |
| SB 1202 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Wray | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the value of property that may be transferred to a custodian or other person for the benefit of a minor under certain circumstances. |
| SB 1203 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Pickett | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to exemptions from the applicability of the Texas Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2009 and other laws applicable to residential mortgage loan originators. |
| SB 1204 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Márquez | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a waiver of fees by the Department of Agriculture and the Parks and Wildlife Department for certain educational programs involving aquaculture and hydroponics. |
| SB 1210 | Author: | Kolkhorst |
| Sponsor: | Miller, Rick | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the regulation of amusement redemption machine game rooms in certain counties. |
| SB 1213 | Author: | Kolkhorst |
| Sponsor: | Oliveira | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to prohibiting the reidentification of certain deidentified information and the release of reidentified information; creating a criminal offense; providing a civil penalty. |
| SB 1214 | Author: | Taylor, Van |
| Sponsor: | Miller, Rick | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the use of human remains for forensic science education, including the training of search and rescue animals. |
| SB 1227 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | Workman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to payment of covered claims based on assignment. |
| SB 1228 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | Hughes | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to authorizing children of Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission employees to be employed by holders of licenses or permits issued by the commission. |
| SB 1233 | Author: | Taylor, Larry |
| Sponsor: | Oliveira | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to authorizing certain distributions of income from a nonprofit corporation to members of the corporation who are certain nonprofit corporations. |
| SB 1235 | Author: | Whitmire |
| Sponsor: | Fletcher | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to defining the duties and to the penalties concerning pain management clinics. |
| SB 1237 | Author: | Taylor, Van |
| Sponsor: | Sanford | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to Internet broadcasts of open meetings held by the policy board of certain metropolitan planning organizations. |
| SB 1243 | Author: | Burton |
| Sponsor: | Sheffield | Klick | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a pilot program for donation and redistribution of certain unused prescription medications; authorizing a fee. |
| SB 1259 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Allen | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the development of an individualized education program for a child in public school. |
| SB 1264 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Kuempel | |
| Last Action: | 05/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the regulation of certain industrialized housing and industrialized buildings. |
| SB 1267 | Author: | Estes | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Clardy | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to contested cases conducted under the Administrative Procedure Act. |
| SB 1279 | Author: | Campbell | Nelson |
| Sponsor: | Morrison | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to designated emergency infant care providers for certain abandoned children. |
| SB 1280 | Author: | Huffman |
| Sponsor: | Otto | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to directing payment, after approval, of certain miscellaneous claims and judgments against the state out of funds designated by this Act; making appropriations. |
| SB 1281 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Coleman | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of a local government to participate in a cooperative purchasing program with local governments of this state or another state. |
| SB 1287 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | Geren | Herrero | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the Texas Forensic Science Commission, the accreditation of crime laboratories, and the licensing and regulation of forensic analysts; authorizing fees; requiring an occupational license. |
| SB 1296 | Author: | West |
| Sponsor: | Giddings | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to nonsubstantive additions to and corrections in enacted codes, to the nonsubstantive codification or disposition of various laws omitted from enacted codes, and to conforming codifications enacted by the 83rd Legislature to other Acts of that legislature. |
| SB 1301 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Lucio III | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the governance and administration of the Texas Water Resources Finance Authority. |
| SB 1304 | Author: | Menéndez |
| Sponsor: | Minjarez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of a women veterans mental health initiative within the mental health intervention program for veterans. |
| SB 1305 | Author: | Menéndez |
| Sponsor: | Minjarez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of a rural veterans mental health initiative within the mental health intervention program for veterans. |
| SB 1307 | Author: | Menéndez |
| Sponsor: | King, Susan | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to occupational licenses for military service members, military veterans, and military spouses. |
| SB 1308 | Author: | Menéndez |
| Sponsor: | King, Susan | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to veterans services information provided to veterans who receive driver's licenses and personal identification certificates. |
| SB 1309 | Author: | Menéndez |
| Sponsor: | Deshotel | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the establishment of a Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps teaching certificate and eligibility of such certified teacher for other educator certification. |
| SB 1313 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Villalba | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the names of certain businesses. |
| SB 1316 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Alvarado | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the system by which an application for a low income housing tax credit is scored. |
| SB 1317 | Author: | Menéndez |
| Sponsor: | Miller, Doug | Thompson, Senfronia | Herrero | Anderson, Rodney | Moody | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the prosecution of the offense of invasive visual recording. |
| SB 1326 | Author: | Menéndez |
| Sponsor: | Herrero | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the maximum cumulative period allowed for restoration of a defendant's competency to stand trial and to certain time credits awarded against that cumulative period. |
| SB 1336 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Keffer | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the powers and duties, the construction of laws, and the election dates of certain groundwater conservation districts. |
| SB 1338 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Springer | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to an exemption from length limitations for certain vehicles or combinations of vehicles used to transport harvest machines. |
| SB 1339 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Kacal | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the perfection and priority of an agricultural lien on an agricultural crop. |
| SB 1341 | Author: | Taylor, Van |
| Sponsor: | Laubenberg | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the transfer of certain court records. |
| SB 1351 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | Zerwas | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to transferring to the Texas Workforce Commission certain duties of the comptroller related to the Jobs and Education for Texans Grant Program. |
| SB 1353 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | Coleman | |
| Last Action: | 05/21/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the provision and administration of indigent defense services. |
| SB 1356 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | Darby | Howard | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | |
| Caption: | Relating to exemption from the sales tax for certain water-efficient products for a limited period. |
| SB 1358 | Author: | Campbell |
| Sponsor: | King, Susan | |
| Last Action: | 06/04/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the Texas Military Preparedness Commission and strategic planning regarding military bases and defense installations. |
| SB 1364 | Author: | Kolkhorst |
| Sponsor: | Burkett | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to electronic filing of certain reports. |
| SB 1366 | Author: | Kolkhorst |
| Sponsor: | Gonzales, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the allocation to the Parks and Wildlife Department of the proceeds from taxes imposed on the sale, storage, or use of sporting goods. |
| SB 1367 | Author: | West |
| Sponsor: | Anchia | Oliveira | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain obligations of and limitations on landlords. |
| SB 1369 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Smithee | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to reports on attorney ad litem, guardian ad litem, guardian, mediator, and competency evaluator appointments made by courts in this state and an interim study on a billing system for attorneys ad litem. |
| SB 1385 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Price | Naishtat | Raymond | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authorization of the imposition of administrative penalties on providers participating in certain Medicaid waiver programs. |
| SB 1387 | Author: | Creighton |
| Sponsor: | Deshotel | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain municipalities. |
| SB 1389 | Author: | Lucio |
| Sponsor: | Lucio III | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the border commerce coordinator. |
| SB 1394 | Author: | Hancock |
| Sponsor: | Murphy | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the presentation of evidence in appraisal review board hearings on protests. |
| SB 1396 | Author: | West |
| Sponsor: | Paddie | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the sales and use taxation of aircraft. |
| SB 1406 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Dutton | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the protection of certain children through the operation of the child safety check alert list. |
| SB 1407 | Author: | Schwertner |
| Sponsor: | Dukes | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to encouraging age-appropriate normalcy activities for children in the managing conservatorship of the state. |
| SB 1420 | Author: | Hancock |
| Sponsor: | Murphy | Oliveira | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to notices of appraised value sent to property owners by the chief appraisers of appraisal districts. |
| SB 1427 | Author: | Lucio |
| Sponsor: | Smithee | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to authorizing an insurer's deposit of certain money and other assets with the Texas Department of Insurance. |
| SB 1436 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Raymond | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the setback requirements for a junkyard or an automotive wrecking and salvage yard; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. |
| SB 1448 | Author: | Ellis |
| Sponsor: | Miller, Rick | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to holding a primary election for a political party in a county without party leadership. |
| SB 1451 | Author: | Ellis |
| Sponsor: | Raney | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the disputed payment by a credit card or debit card of a vehicle registration fee. |
| SB 1452 | Author: | Bettencourt |
| Sponsor: | Huberty | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the power of a commissioners court to authorize ad valorem tax sales of real property to be conducted by means of online auctions. |
| SB 1455 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Elkins | Galindo | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain required reports, plans, and other documents prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education. |
| SB 1457 | Author: | Nichols |
| Sponsor: | Clardy | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to bad faith claims of patent infringement; providing a civil penalty. |
| SB 1462 | Author: | West |
| Sponsor: | Johnson, Eric | Alvarado | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the prescription, administration, and possession of certain opioid antagonists for the treatment of suspected opioid overdoses. |
| SB 1463 | Author: | Lucio |
| Sponsor: | Lucio III | Muñoz, Jr. | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to improving the delivery of health care services to veterans in this state. |
| SB 1465 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Phillips | Alonzo | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to creating limited purpose disaster declaration authority for the governor and a search and rescue task force in each disaster field response region. |
| SB 1466 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Clardy | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the definition of medical schools for medical residency programs. |
| SB 1467 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Gonzales, Larry | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to authorizing the collection of a service charge on certain electronic toll collection customer account payments. |
| SB 1468 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Howard | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to certain communications regarding the appointment or conduct of certain appraisal review board members; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. |
| SB 1470 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Raney | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the establishment of state authorization reciprocity agreements for postsecondary distance learning courses. |
| SB 1474 | Author: | Garcia |
| Sponsor: | Farias | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the redesignation of veterans court programs as veterans treatment court programs and the eligibility for participation in and administration of those programs. |
| SB 1485 | Author: | Garcia |
| Sponsor: | Guillen | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the availability of death records of unidentified persons. |
| SB 1494 | Author: | Uresti |
| Sponsor: | Turner, Chris | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the educational needs of homeless students. |
| SB 1496 | Author: | Uresti |
| Sponsor: | Naishtat | Peña | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | |
| Caption: | Relating to background checks conducted by the Department of Family and Protective Services for certain child-care providers. |
| SB 1507 | Author: | Garcia | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Naishtat | Price | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the statewide coordination and oversight of forensic mental health services overseen by the Department of State Health Services, including the appointment of a forensic director. |
| SB 1510 | Author: | Hancock |
| Sponsor: | Zedler | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to authority of the county auditor to examine and audit the records of certain special districts. |
| SB 1512 | Author: | Hancock |
| Sponsor: | Pickett | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . | |
| Caption: | Relating to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles fund. |
| SB 1517 | Author: | Seliger | West |
| Sponsor: | Coleman | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the appointment of counsel to represent indigent defendants in criminal cases. |
| SB 1522 | Author: | Estes |
| Sponsor: | Pickett | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to designating the fourth Saturday in July as National Day of the Cowboy. |
| SB 1540 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Keough | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of the Health and Human Services Commission and the Department of Aging and Disability Services to obtain criminal history record information regarding certain applicants for employment and current employees. |
| SB 1543 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Frank | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the admission of undergraduate students with nontraditional secondary education to public institutions of higher education. |
| SB 1554 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Meyer | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the regulation of rates for certain personal automobile insurance. |
| SB 1560 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Lozano | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the regulation of chemical dependency treatment facilities and certain other facilities. |
| SB 1574 | Author: | Uresti |
| Sponsor: | Martinez, "Mando" | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to emergency response employees or volunteers and others exposed or potentially exposed to certain diseases or parasites and to visa waivers for certain physicians. |
| SB 1580 | Author: | Garcia |
| Sponsor: | Turner, Sylvester | Peña | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a study on homeless veterans. |
| SB 1587 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | VanDeaver | Simpson | Paddie | Clardy | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain counties. |
| SB 1589 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Guillen | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to requirements for reporting unclaimed mineral proceeds to the comptroller of public accounts. |
| SB 1593 | Author: | Lucio |
| Sponsor: | Lucio III | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to regulation of the sale of fireworks by certain municipalities. |
| SB 1624 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Márquez | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a requirement that certain entering students at a general academic teaching institution receive information regarding mental health and suicide prevention services. |
| SB 1626 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Dukes | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the regulation by a developer of the installation of solar energy devices in a residential subdivision. |
| SB 1630 | Author: | Whitmire |
| Sponsor: | Turner, Sylvester | Rose | Larson | Wu | Dutton | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the commitment of juveniles in post-adjudication secure correctional facilities operated by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department and by local probation departments. |
| SB 1651 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Murr | |
| Last Action: | 05/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the employment of persons under 18 years of age on the premises of certain businesses selling or serving alcoholic beverages; adding a provision that is subject to a criminal penalty. |
| SB 1654 | Author: | Hancock | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Sheets | |
| Last Action: | 06/01/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the standard valuation for life insurance, accident and health insurance, and annuities and the nonforfeiture requirements of certain life insurance policies; amending provisions that may be subject to a criminal penalty. |
| SB 1657 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Miller, Rick | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to approval of the issuance of tax and revenue anticipation notes. |
| SB 1664 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Burkett | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the establishment of the Texas Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Program; authorizing the imposition of fees. |
| SB 1666 | Author: | Hancock |
| Sponsor: | Larson | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to excepting manufacturers engaged in certain commercial research and development from certain provisions of the Texas Controlled Substances Act. |
| SB 1697 | Author: | Huffman |
| Sponsor: | Smithee | Elkins | Fallon | Rinaldi | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the confidentiality of certain information regarding procedures and substances used in the execution of a convict. |
| SB 1703 | Author: | Huffman |
| Sponsor: | Laubenberg | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the deadlines for certain processes and procedures involving an election. |
| SB 1707 | Author: | Huffman |
| Sponsor: | Miles | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the sealing of certain juvenile records. |
| SB 1714 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Howard | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the release of student academic information by a public institution of higher education for certain purposes and the manner in which the information is used. |
| SB 1725 | Author: | Creighton |
| Sponsor: | Parker | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to notice of excess proceeds following an ad valorem tax sale. |
| SB 1726 | Author: | Creighton |
| Sponsor: | Riddle | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to suits affecting the parent-child relationship and the enforcement of child support. |
| SB 1727 | Author: | Creighton |
| Sponsor: | Riddle | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the duties of the Title IV-D agency regarding the establishment, collection, and enforcement of child support. |
| SB 1734 | Author: | Uresti |
| Sponsor: | King, Tracy O. | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the eradication of Carrizo cane along the Rio Grande River. |
| SB 1737 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | Guerra | Muñoz, Jr. | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of a segment of State Highway 83 in Hidalgo County as the World War II Veterans 349th Regt. 88th Inf. Div. Memorial Highway. |
| SB 1743 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | Herrero | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to expanding the powers and duties of the office of capital writs and renaming the office of capital writs the office of capital and forensic writs. |
| SB 1749 | Author: | Hinojosa |
| Sponsor: | Martinez, "Mando" | |
| Last Action: | 05/15/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to citrus pest and disease management. |
| SB 1750 | Author: | West |
| Sponsor: | Murphy | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the requirements for employment positions provided through the Texas college work-study program. |
| SB 1756 | Author: | Taylor, Van |
| Sponsor: | Phillips | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of driver's licenses and personal identification certificates and the classification and operation of certain vehicles; authorizing a fee. |
| SB 1760 | Author: | Creighton |
| Sponsor: | Bonnen, Dennis | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E See remarks for effective date | |
| Caption: | Relating to the transparent and equitable application of ad valorem tax procedures. |
| SB 1766 | Author: | Creighton |
| Sponsor: | Metcalf | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to exemptions from certain regulation for small honey production operations. |
| SB 1776 | Author: | Menéndez |
| Sponsor: | Guillen | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the exemption from the assessment requirements of the Texas Success Initiative for students who successfully complete certain college preparatory courses. |
| SB 1779 | Author: | Menéndez |
| Sponsor: | Minjarez | |
| Last Action: | 05/29/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the order of candidate names on a runoff expedited election ballot. |
| SB 1791 | Author: | Ellis |
| Sponsor: | Farrar | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to disclosures on selection or modification of an account by a customer of a financial institution. |
| SB 1812 | Author: | Kolkhorst |
| Sponsor: | Geren | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to transparency in the reporting and public availability of information regarding eminent domain authority; providing a civil penalty. |
| SB 1820 | Author: | Taylor, Van |
| Sponsor: | Kuempel | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the exemption of certain vehicles from towing regulations. |
| SB 1824 | Author: | Campbell |
| Sponsor: | King, Susan | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a study and report on the awarding of the Texas Legislative Medal of Honor. |
| SB 1828 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Fletcher | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the creation of the offense of cargo theft. |
| SB 1831 | Author: | Menéndez |
| Sponsor: | Minjarez | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 151 as the Specialist Dane Balcon Memorial Bridge. |
| SB 1844 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Walle | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the establishment and functions of the Interagency Data Transparency Commission. |
| SB 1853 | Author: | Lucio |
| Sponsor: | Phillips | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to authorizing the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas to establish a statewide program for the prevention and detection of certain criminal offenses. |
| SB 1867 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Aycock | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to excluding certain adult students receiving special education services from computation of completion rates for purposes of public school accountability. |
| SB 1876 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Smithee | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the appointment of attorneys ad litem, guardians ad litem, mediators, and guardians in certain counties. |
| SB 1877 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Galindo | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the development and maintenance by each state agency of a data use agreement for the state agency's employees and to training related to that agreement. |
| SB 1878 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Elkins | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a study on the feasibility of implementing more secure access requirements for certain electronically stored information held by the state. |
| SB 1879 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Farias | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the allocation of certain grants from the fund for veterans' assistance. |
| SB 1880 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Raymond | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the authority of the Department of Family and Protective Services to investigate abuse, neglect, or exploitation of individuals receiving services from certain providers. |
| SB 1881 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Peña | Naishtat | Zedler | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to authorizing supported decision-making agreements for certain adults with disabilities. |
| SB 1882 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a bill of rights for wards under guardianship. |
| SB 1889 | Author: | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Burkett | Raymond | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the definition of neglect of a child, the exclusion of certain information from the Department of Family and Protective Services central registry of child abuse or neglect cases, and the report of certain information regarding those cases to the legislature. |
| SB 1899 | Author: | Campbell |
| Sponsor: | Martinez, "Mando" | Springer | Guillen | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the regulation of emergency medical services. |
| SB 1902 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Herrero | Thompson, Senfronia | Murphy | Villalba | Leach | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the eligibility of criminal defendants for an order of nondisclosure of criminal history record information; authorizing a fee. |
| SB 1913 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Smithee | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to a court administrator in certain counties. |
| SB 1918 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Pickett | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the use of certain lighting equipment on motorcycles. |
| SB 1928 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | Price | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to ensuring local governmental and community input in any federal refugee resettlement program established in this state. |
| SB 1929 | Author: | Garcia |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the transfer of jurisdiction and the appointment of an attorney ad litem or guardian ad litem in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship. |
| SB 1931 | Author: | Garcia |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the appointment of an attorney ad litem for a parent in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship. |
| SB 1934 | Author: | Campbell |
| Sponsor: | Miller, Rick | |
| Last Action: | 06/20/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to requirements for the issuance of a driver's license or personal identification certificate and to a study on digital identification and proof of licensure. |
| SB 1940 | Author: | Huffman |
| Sponsor: | Flynn | Alonzo | Paul | Hernandez | Stephenson | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | 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. |
| SB 1978 | Author: | Lucio |
| Sponsor: | Cyrier | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to a voluntary contribution to help feed hungry Texans when a person applies for a hunting license. |
| SB 1982 | Author: | Kolkhorst |
| Sponsor: | Goldman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the regulation of certain motor vehicle auctions. |
| SB 1985 | Author: | Uresti |
| Sponsor: | Bonnen, Dennis | |
| Last Action: | 05/05/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of a real property interest in oil or gas in place. |
| SB 1987 | Author: | Menéndez |
| Sponsor: | Minjarez | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 1/1/16 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for persons who are deaf or hard of hearing and to deaf or hard of hearing driver training for peace officers; authorizing a fee. |
| SB 1989 | Author: | Menéndez |
| Sponsor: | Anderson, Rodney | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to underwriting standards for evaluating applications for low income housing tax credits. |
| SB 1999 | Author: | Menéndez |
| Sponsor: | Coleman | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to day activity and health services facilities. |
| SB 2004 | Author: | Eltife | Nelson |
| Sponsor: | Geren | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to deferred maintenance funding for state facilities. |
| SB 2019 | Author: | Uresti |
| Sponsor: | Guillen | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the composition of the Texas Violent Gang Task Force. |
| SB 2030 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | Price | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the election date of the North Plains Groundwater Conservation District. |
| SB 2031 | Author: | Watson | Hinojosa | Lucio | Seliger | Zaffirini |
| Sponsor: | Howard | |
| Last Action: | 05/23/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the date for publication of the factors considered for admission to a new graduate and professional program. |
| SB 2038 | Author: | Ellis |
| Sponsor: | Allen | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the qualifications of directors of the Spectrum Management District. |
| SB 2041 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | Craddick | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of the portion of State Highway 191 in Midland County as the Sergeant Michael Naylor Memorial Highway and of the portion of Interstate Highway 30 in Rockwall County as the Congressman Ralph Hall Highway. |
| SB 2049 | Author: | Nichols | Creighton |
| Sponsor: | Bell | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective on 9/1/15 | |
| Caption: | Relating to qualifications of members of the board of directors of the Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District. |
| SB 2054 | Author: | Birdwell |
| Sponsor: | Cook | |
| Last Action: | 06/10/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the transfer of certain state property from the Texas Juvenile Justice Department to the State Orphans Home Alumni Association. |
| SB 2055 | Author: | Watson |
| Sponsor: | Cyrier | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the designation of Loop 223 in Bastrop County as the Captain Jesse Billingsley Memorial Loop. |
| SB 2062 | Author: | Watson | Taylor, Larry |
| Sponsor: | Farney | |
| Last Action: | 06/19/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to authorizing certain charter holders to provide combined services for certain adult and high school dropout recovery programs. |
| SB 2065 | Author: | Estes |
| Sponsor: | Sanford | Cook | Geren | Harless | Farney | |
| Last Action: | 06/11/2015 E Effective immediately | |
| Caption: | Relating to the rights of certain religious organizations and individuals relating to a marriage that violates a sincerely held religious belief. |
| SCR 3 | Author: | Whitmire |
| Sponsor: | Kuempel | |
| Last Action: | 02/05/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Providing for procedures for the canvass of votes for the governor and lieutenant governor and the inauguration of the governor and lieutenant governor, and inviting the governor to address a joint session of the legislature on January 15, 2015. |
| SCR 4 | Author: | Whitmire |
| Sponsor: | Kuempel | |
| Last Action: | 02/05/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Granting the legislature permission to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning on Thursday, January 15, 2015, and ending on Tuesday, January 20, 2015. |
| SCR 5 | Author: | Estes |
| Sponsor: | Flynn | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Urging Congress to reimburse the State of Texas for bearing the financial burden of the federal government's responsibility to secure the Texas-Mexico international border. |
| SCR 10 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | VanDeaver | |
| Last Action: | 03/04/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Recognizing Jack Carter on the occasion of his retirement. |
| SCR 13 | Author: | Seliger | Estes | Fraser | Hinojosa | Nichols | et al. |
| Sponsor: | Anchia | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Urging the U.S. Congress to end the ban on crude oil exports. |
| SCR 15 | Author: | Lucio |
| Sponsor: | Lozano | |
| Last Action: | 03/13/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Commemorating the centennial of the King Ranch Main House. |
| SCR 16 | Author: | Lucio |
| Sponsor: | Lucio III | |
| Last Action: | 03/24/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Recognizing the Brownsville Independent School District on its 100th anniversary. |
| SCR 17 | Author: | Whitmire | Bettencourt | Creighton | Ellis | Garcia | et al. |
| Sponsor: | Thompson, Senfronia | |
| Last Action: | 05/11/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | In memory of Bob Lanier. |
| SCR 19 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | Price | |
| Last Action: | 04/08/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Recognizing Johnny Trotter of Hereford on the occasion of his induction into the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame. |
| SCR 22 | Author: | Seliger |
| Sponsor: | King, Ken | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Designating Quitaque as the official Bison Capital for a 10-year period beginning in 2015. |
| SCR 26 | Author: | Fraser |
| Sponsor: | King, Susan | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Directing the governor to award the Texas Legislative Medal of Honor posthumously to Lieutenant Colonel Ed Dyess. |
| SCR 28 | Author: | Lucio |
| Sponsor: | Simmons | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Recognizing April 2015 as Autism Awareness Month. |
| SCR 32 | Author: | Bettencourt |
| Sponsor: | Wu | |
| Last Action: | 05/28/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Urging Congress to expedite natural gas exports. |
| SCR 33 | Author: | Rodríguez |
| Sponsor: | Blanco | |
| Last Action: | 06/09/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Designating September 8 as Major Jefferson Van Horne Day for a 10-year period beginning in 2015. |
| SCR 37 | Author: | Taylor, Larry |
| Sponsor: | Paul | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Urging Congress to encourage the Department of Defense to relocate the United States Africa Command to Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base in Houston. |
| SCR 39 | Author: | Hinojosa | Lucio |
| Sponsor: | Guerra | |
| Last Action: | 06/16/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Urging Hidalgo County to reduce its tax rate upon establishment of the Hidalgo County Healthcare District. |
| SCR 40 | Author: | Hancock |
| Sponsor: | Geren | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Authorizing a portrait of Governor Rick Perry to be placed in the Texas Capitol. |
| SCR 41 | Author: | Perry |
| Sponsor: | Burrows | |
| Last Action: | 06/17/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Designating Terry County as the official Grape Capital of Texas. |
| SCR 42 | Author: | Eltife |
| Sponsor: | Hughes | |
| Last Action: | 06/15/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | In memory of Sam Wilson Russell. |
| SCR 48 | Author: | Campbell |
| Sponsor: | King, Susan | |
| Last Action: | 05/22/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Convening a joint memorial session to honor Texans killed while serving in the United States military and commemorating Memorial Day 2015. |
| SCR 49 | Author: | Taylor, Van |
| Sponsor: | Laubenberg | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Congratulating G. M. Cox on the occasion of his retirement. |
| SCR 50 | Author: | West |
| Sponsor: | Naishtat | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 968. |
| SCR 52 | Author: | Taylor, Van |
| Sponsor: | Leach | |
| Last Action: | 06/18/2015 E Signed by the Governor | |
| Caption: | Recognizing Jerry and Barbara Madden on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary. |