Texas Legislature
Bills Authored / Joint Authored
Sen. Roland Gutierrez
87th Legislature Regular Session
Report Date: 4/18/2024

Number of Bills: 83

Report Sections: Authored Bills | Additional Primary Authored Bills

Author (55):
SB 140 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/03/2021 S Referred to State Affairs
Caption: Relating to the regulation of the cultivation, manufacture, distribution, sale, testing, possession, and use of cannabis and cannabis products; authorizing the imposition of taxes and fees; requiring an occupational license; creating a criminal offense; to border security enhancement projects and the creation of a fund to pay for those projects; to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis and the licensing of medical cannabis dispensing organizations.

SB 522 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/09/2021 S Referred to Higher Education
Caption: Relating to the transfer of Sul Ross State University to The Texas A&M University System.

SB 563 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/11/2021 S Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
Caption: Relating to the classification of certain exotic livestock and exotic and nongame animals.

SB 564 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/11/2021 S Referred to Education
Caption: Relating to school district employment policies regarding the notice required before filling certain vacant positions at the district.

SB 595 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/11/2021 S Referred to Business & Commerce
Caption: Relating to the designation of wind-powered energy device construction areas by certain counties.

SB 596 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/11/2021 S Referred to Vet Affairs
Caption: Relating to the adoption of a land bank program by the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation.

SB 616 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/11/2021 S Referred to State Affairs
Caption: Relating to the operation of 12 casinos in this state by licensed persons in counties that have approved casino gaming; requiring occupational licenses; creating criminal offenses and providing other penalties; authorizing fees.

SB 618 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/11/2021 S Referred to Business & Commerce
Caption: Relating to the creation of the Texas Telecommunications Infrastructure Board.

SB 621 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/11/2021 S Referred to State Affairs
Caption: Relating removal from public office or employment for violation of nepotism laws.

SB 622 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/11/2021 S Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
Caption: Relating to the new technology implementation grant program.

SB 656 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/11/2021 S Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
Caption: Relating to the creation of the Val Verde County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees, surcharges, and taxes.

SB 817 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/11/2021 S Referred to Business & Commerce
Caption: Relating to the winterization and emergency preparedness for electric utilities, power generation companies, municipally owned utilities, and electric cooperatives.

SB 939 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/11/2021 S Referred to Business & Commerce
Caption: Relating to copayments required by a health maintenance organization or preferred provider benefit plan for visiting physical therapists.

SB 940 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/11/2021 S Referred to Health & Human Services
Caption: Relating to limitations on cost-sharing requirements for certain physical therapy services.

SB 990 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/18/2021 S Referred to Jurisprudence
Caption: Relating to a notice and hearing requirement for a change in the bail amount for certain defendants.

SB 1022 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 05/03/2021 S Not again placed on intent calendar
Caption: Relating to the appeal of rates charged for water or sewer service by certain retail public utilities.

SB 1023 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/18/2021 S Referred to Business & Commerce
Caption: Relating to the authority of a governmental entity to impose a regulation governing the use of building products, materials, or methods that relates to water conservation.

SB 1378 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/18/2021 S Referred to Education
Caption: Relating to the permissible uses of the bilingual education allotment provided under the foundation school program.

SB 1379 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/18/2021 S Referred to Transportation
Caption: Relating to the maintenance of certain roads near an international border.

SB 1380 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/18/2021 S Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
Caption: Relating to the creation of the farmer mental health and suicide prevention program.

SB 1410 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/18/2021 S Referred to Health & Human Services
Caption: Relating to compensation received by state employees working in certain high injury risk positions.

SB 1446 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 04/26/2021 S Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to the collection of delinquent property taxes.

SB 1515 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/24/2021 S Referred to Business & Commerce
Caption: Relating to the authority of all governmental bodies to hold open and closed meetings by telephone or videoconference call.

SB 1516 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/24/2021 S Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
Caption: Relating to the imposition of administrative, civil, and criminal penalties for violating certain statutes under the jurisdiction of, rules or orders adopted by, or licenses, permits, or certificates issued by the Railroad Commission of Texas; increasing criminal penalties.

SB 1517 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/24/2021 S Referred to Education
Caption: Relating to broadcasting of athletic competitions sponsored or sanctioned by the University Interscholastic League.

SB 1518 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/24/2021 S Referred to Higher Education
Caption: Relating to the annexation of Reeves County to the Odessa College District; expanding tax authority.

SB 1687 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/24/2021 S Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
Caption: Relating to the use of water withdrawn from the Edwards Aquifer by certain entities.

SB 1688 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/24/2021 S Referred to Jurisprudence
Caption: Relating to the jurisdiction of the County Court at Law of Reeves County.

SB 1689 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/24/2021 S Referred to Local Government
Caption: Relating to third-party debt collection of traffic fines in certain counties.

SB 1690 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/24/2021 S Referred to Business & Commerce
Caption: Relating to rates charged for wholesale or retail electric service; authorizing a civil penalty.

SB 1787 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/26/2021 S Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
Caption: Relating to the reporting of Hotel Occupancy Tax to local jurisdictions.

SB 1788 Author: Gutierrez | Alvarado
Last Action: 03/26/2021 S Referred to Health & Human Services
Caption: Relating to the distribution of emergency health resources by the state.

SB 1789 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/26/2021 S Referred to Education
Caption: Relating to the required minutes of service during each school day for a classroom teacher in public schools.

SB 1790 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/26/2021 S Referred to Education
Caption: Relating to restricting the written information a public school teacher is required to provide in a lesson plan.

SB 1940 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 04/01/2021 S Referred to Jurisprudence
Caption: Relating to the operation and administration of and practice and procedure related to proceedings in the judicial branch of state government.

SB 1941 Author: Gutierrez
Sponsor: Zwiener
Last Action: 06/08/2021 E Effective on 9/1/21
Caption: Relating to a strategic plan to address hyperemesis gravidarum.

SB 1942 Author: Gutierrez
Sponsor: Minjarez
Last Action: 06/14/2021 E Effective immediately
Caption: Relating to the creation of public facility corporations and requirements applicable to public facility corporations.

SB 1943 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 04/01/2021 S Referred to Education
Caption: Relating to the reduction of school district property taxes as a result of the school facilities allotment.

SB 1972 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 04/01/2021 S Referred to State Affairs
Caption: Relating to the definition of marihuana.

SB 2242 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 05/24/2021 H Referred to Natural Resources: May 24 2021 12:28AM
Caption: Relating to the creation of the Medina County Water Control and Improvement District No. 4; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

SCR 44 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 04/27/2021 S Received by the Secretary of the Senate
Caption: Authorizing the Attorney General of Texas to seek all necessary relief, including seeking an adjustment to the U.S. Census in order that the true nature of the Texas population may be known and congressional representation may be reapportioned.

SJR 36 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/11/2021 S Referred to State Affairs
Caption: Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the operation of 12 casinos in this state by licensed persons in counties that have approved casino gaming; authorizing the licensing of persons engaged in casino gaming occupations, the imposition of fees, and the provision of criminal penalties.

SJR 41 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/11/2021 S Referred to State Affairs
Caption: Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas to conduct gaming by executing a gaming agreement with this state; providing for licensing of persons under the agreement; limiting certain taxes and fees.

SJR 64 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 03/26/2021 S Referred to Business & Commerce
Caption: Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for the issuance of general obligation bonds to support the development of public telecommunications and information services infrastructure in this state.

SR 238 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 04/13/2021 S Printed in full
Caption: In memory of Ida Gonzales Ramos.

SR 239 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 04/12/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: Recognizing Lauren O. Sawvel for being named a Boys & Girls Clubs Regional Military Youth of the Year.

SR 240 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 04/12/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: Recognizing Lauren A. Almendarez for being named a Boys & Girls Clubs Regional Youth of the Year.

SR 241 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 04/12/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: Recognizing Jaime Daniella P. Vegamora for being named a Boys & Girls Clubs Regional Military Youth of the Year.

SR 338 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 05/03/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: Recognizing the City of San Antonio Telecommunications Unit for contributing to the safety and well-being of area residents.

SR 353 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 05/11/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: Recognizing the Department of Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.

SR 396 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 05/12/2021 S Printed in full
Caption: In memory of Thomas Joseph Daniels.

SR 429 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 05/20/2021 S Printed in full
Caption: In memory of Angela Maria Farias.

SR 430 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 05/18/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: In memory of Roland R. Esparza.

SR 504 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 05/27/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: In memory of former State Representative Jerry J. Beauchamp.

SR 544 Author: Gutierrez
Last Action: 05/29/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: Recognizing Renee L. Couch for her service as president of the Texas Association of Counties.

Additional Primary Authors (28):
SB 16 Author: Nelson | Alvarado | Bettencourt | Birdwell | Blanco | et al.
Last Action: 03/03/2021 S Referred to Finance
Caption: Relating to prohibitions on the dissemination by a state agency of an individual's personal data.

SB 20 Author: Campbell | Bettencourt | Buckingham | Creighton | Gutierrez | et al.
Sponsor: Hefner
Last Action: 06/18/2021 E Effective on 9/1/21
Caption: Relating to carrying and storing a handgun or handgun ammunition by a hotel guest.

SB 25 Author: Kolkhorst | Bettencourt | Birdwell | Blanco | Buckingham | et al.
Sponsor: Frank | Sanford | Hernandez | Metcalf
Last Action: 06/14/2021 E Effective on 9/1/21
Caption: Relating to the right of certain residents to designate an essential caregiver for in-person visitation.

SB 30 Author: West | Alvarado | Bettencourt | Birdwell | Blanco | et al.
Sponsor: Leach | Thompson, Senfronia | Wu | Johnson, Jarvis | Button
Last Action: 06/14/2021 E Effective on 9/1/21
Caption: Relating to the removal of certain discriminatory provisions from a recorded conveyance instrument.

SB 528 Author: Hughes | Bettencourt | Birdwell | Blanco | Buckingham | et al.
Last Action: 05/04/2021 S Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to the contractual relationship between a pharmacist or pharmacy and a health benefit plan issuer or pharmacy benefit manager.

SB 611 Author: Campbell | Bettencourt | Blanco | Gutierrez | Hall | et al.
Sponsor: Lopez | Bucy
Last Action: 06/14/2021 E See remarks for effective date
Caption: Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a member of the armed services of the United States who is killed or fatally injured in the line of duty and to late applications for exemptions from such taxation for disabled members.

SB 696 Author: Zaffirini | Gutierrez
Sponsor: Guillen
Last Action: 06/16/2021 E Effective on 9/1/21
Caption: Relating to authorizing certain counties to impose a hotel occupancy tax, the applicability and rates of that tax in certain counties, and the use of revenue from that tax.

SB 938 Author: Campbell | Gutierrez | Hall | Powell
Sponsor: Holland
Last Action: 06/16/2021 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 1224 Author: West | Alvarado | Blanco | Eckhardt | Gutierrez | et al.
Last Action: 03/18/2021 S Referred to Jurisprudence
Caption: Relating to interactions between law enforcement and individuals detained or arrested on suspicion of the commission of criminal offenses, witnesses to the commission of those offenses, and other members of the public, to peace officer liability for those interactions, and to the confinement, conviction, or release of detained or arrested individuals.

SB 1392 Author: Perry | Bettencourt | Birdwell | Blanco | Buckingham | et al.
Last Action: 03/18/2021 S Referred to State Affairs
Caption: Relating to the authority to limit or prohibit medical procedures during a declared state of disaster.

SB 1606 Author: Hall | Alvarado | Bettencourt | Blanco | Buckingham | et al.
Last Action: 05/13/2021 H Referred to State Affairs: May 13 2021 10:39AM
Caption: Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities.

SB 1774 Author: Alvarado | Gutierrez | Hinojosa | Huffman | Nichols
Sponsor: Canales
Last Action: 05/26/2021 E Effective immediately
Caption: Relating to the conveyance of certain real property by certain navigation districts.

SB 2188 Author: Seliger | Gutierrez
Sponsor: Hernandez
Last Action: 06/18/2021 E Effective on 9/1/21
Caption: Relating to the municipal or county regulation of residential detention facilities for immigrant or refugee children.

SB 2233 Author: Menéndez | Alvarado | Bettencourt | Birdwell | Blanco | et al.
Sponsor: Howard | Thompson, Senfronia | Minjarez
Last Action: 05/30/2021 H Senate adopts conf. comm. report-reported
Caption: Relating to the completion of sexual harassment prevention training and ethics training to register as a lobbyist.

SB 2255 Author: Alvarado | Bettencourt | Birdwell | Blanco | Buckingham | et al.
Last Action: 05/11/2021 S Referred to Health & Human Services
Caption: Relating to the establishment of a pilot program to provide telemedicine medical services to certain cancer patients receiving pain management services and supportive palliative care.

SCR 51 Author: Hughes | Alvarado | Bettencourt | Birdwell | Blanco | et al.
Sponsor: Hefner
Last Action: 06/07/2021 E Signed by the Governor
Caption: In memory of Sara "Sally" Sandlin Ratliff of Mount Pleasant.

SJR 35 Author: Campbell | Bettencourt | Blanco | Gutierrez | Hall | et al.
Sponsor: Lopez | Bucy
Last Action: 05/25/2021 E Filed with the Secretary of State
Caption: Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the market value of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a member of the armed services of the United States who is killed or fatally injured in the line of duty.

SR 193 Author: Menéndez | Eckhardt | Gutierrez | Powell | West | et al.
Last Action: 03/24/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: Recognizing March 24, 2021, as Equal Pay Day.

SR 206 Author: Menéndez | Campbell | Gutierrez | Zaffirini
Last Action: 03/30/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: Recognizing March 30 through April 1, 2021, as VIVA San Antonio Days.

SR 242 Author: Zaffirini | Alvarado | Buckingham | Campbell | Creighton | et al.
Last Action: 04/13/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: Recognizing April 13, 2021, as Texas Women Judges' Day.

SR 305 Author: Springer | Gutierrez
Last Action: 04/22/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: In memory of Larry McMurtry.

SR 342 Author: Schwertner | Alvarado | Bettencourt | Birdwell | Blanco | et al.
Last Action: 05/03/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: Urging the Public Utility Commission of Texas to significantly reduce the high system-wide offer cap and evaluate changes to the market structure.

SR 362 Author: Menéndez | Alvarado | Bettencourt | Blanco | Buckingham | et al.
Last Action: 05/05/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: Congratulating Drew Pearson on his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2021.

SR 468 Author: Menéndez | Alvarado | Blanco | Campbell | Eckhardt | et al.
Last Action: 05/25/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: Recognizing the members of the 11th class of the Senator Gregory Luna Legislative Scholars and Fellows Program.

SR 514 Author: Campbell | Gutierrez | Menéndez | Zaffirini
Last Action: 05/27/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: Recognizing Endeavors for its service to people in crisis.

SR 515 Author: Campbell | Alvarado | Bettencourt | Birdwell | Blanco | et al.
Last Action: 05/31/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: Recognizing Memorial Day 2021.

SR 571 Author: Menéndez | Campbell | Gutierrez | Zaffirini
Last Action: 05/31/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: In memory of Daniel A. San Miguel.

SR 573 Author: Menéndez | Campbell | Gutierrez | Zaffirini
Last Action: 05/31/2021 S Reported enrolled
Caption: Recognizing San Antonio College for receiving the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.

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