Texas Legislature
Bills Authored / Joint Authored
Rep. Linda Harper-Brown
83rd Legislature Regular Session
Report Date: 3/29/2024

Number of Bills: 135

Report Sections: Authored Bills | Joint Authored Bills

Author (116):
HB 477 Author: Harper-Brown
Sponsor: Taylor
Last Action: 05/16/2013 E Effective immediately
Caption: Relating to the authority of a county to advertise on leased vehicles.

HB 478 Author: Harper-Brown | Laubenberg | Turner, Scott
Last Action: 02/13/2013 H Referred to Public Education
Caption: Relating to the limit on the number of charters that may be granted for an open-enrollment charter school.

HB 479 Author: Harper-Brown | Guillen | Fletcher | Lavender | Bell
Last Action: 04/23/2013 H No action taken in committee
Caption: Relating to the allocation to the state highway fund of certain revenue from the taxes imposed on the sale, rental, or use of motor vehicles.

HB 513 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/13/2013 H Referred to Public Education
Caption: Relating to the bilingual education and special language programs offered in public schools.

HB 514 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/13/2013 H Referred to Appropriations
Caption: Relating to the allocation of certain revenue from the taxes imposed on the sale, rental, or use of motor vehicles to the state highway fund.

HB 625 Author: Harper-Brown
Sponsor: Carona
Last Action: 06/14/2013 E Effective on 9/1/13
Caption: Relating to the penalty for the operation of a vehicle without a license plate.

HB 626 Author: Harper-Brown | Capriglione
Last Action: 05/09/2013 S Referred to State Affairs
Caption: Relating to the number of hours certain employees must work to be eligible to participate in the Texas Municipal Retirement System.

HB 716 Author: Harper-Brown | Hilderbran
Last Action: 05/04/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to the phaseout and repeal of the franchise tax.

HB 1102 Author: Harper-Brown | Keffer | Morrison | Martinez, "Mando" | Lucio III
Last Action: 04/16/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to the accommodation of pedestrians, bicyclists, persons with disabilities, children, senior citizens, users of public transportation, movers of commercial goods, and motorists on streets and highways.

HB 1103 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/02/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to the $1 million total revenue exemption for the franchise tax.

HB 1104 Author: Harper-Brown
Sponsor: Hegar
Last Action: 05/02/2013 S Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to an exemption from the requirement that a legislative caucus file reports of contributions and expenditures if no reportable activity occurs.

HB 1105 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/19/2013 H Referred to Appropriations
Caption: Relating to the allocation of certain motor fuel tax revenue to the state highway fund.

HB 1268 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 05/07/2013 S Referred to Criminal Justice
Caption: Relating to the peace officers authorized to operate an authorized emergency service vehicle used to conduct a police escort.

HB 1390 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 05/07/2013 S Referred to Jurisprudence
Caption: Relating to the electronic submission of a request for an attorney general opinion.

HB 1391 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/26/2013 H Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Caption: Relating to service of process in this state.

HB 1487 Author: Harper-Brown
Sponsor: Rodríguez
Last Action: 06/14/2013 E Effective on 9/1/13
Caption: Relating to the Internet posting of certain information regarding state grants.

HB 1488 Author: Harper-Brown | Toth
Last Action: 05/01/2013 H Laid on the table subject to call
Caption: Relating to notice of utility rate increases.

HB 1627 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/04/2013 H Referred to Appropriations
Caption: Relating to the allocation of revenue derived from state gasoline and special fuels taxes.

HB 1628 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 05/06/2013 H Committee report sent to Calendars
Caption: Relating to the punishment for the offense of indecent exposure.

HB 1821 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/12/2013 H Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Caption: Relating to the education requirements to obtain certain manicurist and manicurist specialty licenses.

HB 1822 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/12/2013 H Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Caption: Relating to the regulation of certain interior designers.

HB 1823 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/04/2013 H Referred to Ways & Means
Caption: Relating to the allocation of revenue received from the tax imposed on the gross receipts from the rental of a motor vehicle.

HB 1824 Author: Harper-Brown | Ratliff
Sponsor: Hancock
Last Action: 06/14/2013 E Effective on 9/1/13
Caption: Relating to the operation of master mixed-use property owners' associations.

HB 1964 Author: Harper-Brown | Kolkhorst | Pickett | Frank | Martinez, "Mando"
Last Action: 05/02/2013 H Laid on the table subject to call
Caption: Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Transportation to participate in certain federal transportation programs.

HB 1965 Author: Harper-Brown
Sponsor: Zaffirini
Last Action: 06/14/2013 E Effective on 9/1/13
Caption: Relating to the state contracting duties of the quality assurance team and Contract Advisory Team.

HB 2169 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/23/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to create a groundwater conservation district in certain counties.

HB 2243 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/11/2013 H Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Caption: Relating to the regulation of motor vehicle dealers, manufacturers, distributors, and representatives.

HB 2244 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/26/2013 H Committee report sent to Calendars
Caption: Relating to requiring municipalities to reimburse the Texas Department of Transportation for compensation paid for certain signs required to be relocated due to road construction.

HB 2245 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/11/2013 H Referred to Economic & Small Business Development
Caption: Relating to the requirement that an unemployed individual be actively seeking work to be eligible for unemployment compensation benefits.

HB 2246 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/18/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to in camera review and filing of the information at issue in a suit filed under the public information law.

HB 2247 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/09/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to the agreements, costs, revenues, and finances of regional toll way authorities.

HB 2335 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/15/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to state contracting issues, including the duties of the comptroller, quality assurance team, and Contract Advisory Team.

HB 2336 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/30/2013 H Committee report sent to Calendars
Caption: Relating to the requirement of competitive bidding for certain purchases by a state agency.

HB 2337 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/29/2013 H Considered in Calendars
Caption: Relating to a vendor performance tracking system for state contracts.

HB 2493 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/12/2013 H Referred to Transportation
Caption: Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Transportation to enter into a comprehensive development agreement regarding State Highway 114.

HB 2494 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/12/2013 H Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Caption: Relating to the regulation of certain occupations.

HB 2580 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 05/07/2013 S Referred to Transportation
Caption: Relating to the authority of municipalities to create freight rail districts that have the powers of rural rail transportation districts; granting the power of eminent domain.

HB 2581 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/26/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to consideration of certain open-enrollment charter school graduates for accountability purposes.

HB 2582 Author: Harper-Brown | Farney
Last Action: 04/02/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to renewing charters for open-enrollment charter schools.

HB 2583 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/02/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to decreasing the rates of the franchise tax.

HB 2584 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/02/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to the $1 million total revenue exemption for the franchise tax; decreasing the rates of the franchise tax.

HB 2585 Author: Harper-Brown
Sponsor: Paxton
Last Action: 06/14/2013 E Effective immediately
Caption: Relating to the reimbursement of utilities for relocation of utility facilities following improvement or construction of certain tolled highways.

HB 2873 Author: Harper-Brown
Sponsor: Zaffirini
Last Action: 06/14/2013 E Effective on 9/1/13
Caption: Relating to the development of a model contract management process for use with low-risk state procurements.

HB 2874 Author: Harper-Brown
Sponsor: Paxton
Last Action: 06/14/2013 E Effective on 9/1/13
Caption: Relating to the designation by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles of the registration year for certain vehicles sold by a dealer.

HB 2875 Author: Harper-Brown | King, Ken
Last Action: 05/08/2013 H Placed on General State Calendar
Caption: Relating to the motor vehicle inspection program; creating an offense; amending the amount of certain fees.

HB 2876 Author: Harper-Brown | King, Ken
Last Action: 03/25/2013 H Referred to Appropriations
Caption: Relating to fees for the compulsory inspection of motor vehicles; authorizing a maximum fee to be charged by an inspection station.

HB 2903 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/19/2013 H Referred to Appropriations
Caption: Relating to the appropriation of money from the economic stabilization fund to the state infrastructure bank during the next state fiscal biennium.

HB 2904 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/19/2013 H Referred to Appropriations
Caption: Relating to the allocation to the state highway fund of certain revenue from the taxes imposed on the sale, rental, or use of motor vehicles.

HB 2905 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 05/01/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to compliance monitoring by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.

HB 2906 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/25/2013 H Referred to Appropriations
Caption: Relating to a hiring freeze of nonessential personnel employed by certain state agencies.

HB 2947 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 05/06/2013 S Referred to Transportation
Caption: Relating to the notice provided by a purchaser of a motor vehicle of the designated county of title issuance.

HB 2948 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/15/2013 H No action taken in committee
Caption: Relating to the review of certain rules of state agencies.

HB 2949 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/09/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to a performance-based program for permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.

HB 2962 Author: Harper-Brown
Sponsor: Carona
Last Action: 05/22/2013 S Motion withdrawn
Caption: Relating to the use of a credit or charge card by certain state agencies to make certain purchases.

HB 3034 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/18/2013 H Referred to Public Education
Caption: Relating to the establishment, operation, and funding of open-enrollment charter schools.

HB 3035 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/18/2013 H Referred to Ways & Means
Caption: Relating to the qualifications for the exemption from ad valorem taxation for certain tangible personal property located in this state for a limited time.

HB 3036 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/25/2013 H Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Caption: Relating to the abolishment of the process server review board.

HB 3120 Author: Harper-Brown | Ratliff
Last Action: 04/09/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to limiting the liability of certain transportation authorities and railroads for certain incidents involving the provision of public passenger rail services.

HB 3121 Author: Harper-Brown | Ratliff | Hilderbran
Sponsor: Deuell
Last Action: 06/14/2013 E See remarks for effective date
Caption: Relating to the qualifications for the exemption from ad valorem taxation for aircraft parts located in this state for a limited time.

HB 3155 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/19/2013 H Referred to Public Education
Caption: Relating to the expansion of the state virtual school network.

HB 3156 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/02/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to the regulation of certain practices in barbering and cosmetology.

HB 3182 Author: Harper-Brown | Lucio III
Last Action: 04/10/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to changing eligibility requirements, limiting disbursements for eligible expenses and changing reporting requirements under the major events trust fund and events trust fund.

HB 3393 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/16/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation.

HB 3394 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/08/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to the Sunset Advisory Commission.

HB 3395 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/08/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to the employee innovation incentive program.

HB 3641 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/25/2013 H Referred to Transportation
Caption: Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to require certain persons to wear a helmet while operating a bicycle.

HB 3642 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/16/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to the addition of certain municipalities to the territory of a regional transportation authority.

HB 3643 Author: Harper-Brown
Sponsor: Carona
Last Action: 06/14/2013 E Effective on 9/1/13
Caption: Relating to the allocation of revenue from the municipal hotel occupancy tax by certain municipalities.

HB 3644 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/21/2013 H Referred to Ways & Means
Caption: Relating to the municipal sales and use tax for street maintenance.

HB 3645 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/21/2013 H Referred to Transportation
Caption: Relating to the relocation of a facility of a municipally owned utility required by the improvement of a turnpike or toll project of the Texas Department of Transportation.

HB 3646 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/01/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to a governmental entity's selection of an advertising medium and publication of notice.

HB 3647 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 05/08/2013 H Placed on General State Calendar
Caption: Relating to removing licensing and fee requirements for certain salespersons who sell or lease-purchase or offer to sell or lease-purchase manufactured housing to a consumer.

HB 3648 Author: Harper-Brown
Sponsor: Paxton
Last Action: 06/14/2013 E Effective immediately
Caption: Relating to the award and performance of certain state contracts.

HB 3649 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/16/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to approval required for modifications to certain toll projects and related contracts.

HB 3650 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 05/08/2013 H Placed on General State Calendar
Caption: Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Transportation to enter into availability payment agreements for the design, development, financing, construction, maintenance, or operation of a highway project.

HB 3833 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/25/2013 H Committee report sent to Calendars
Caption: Relating to the purpose of the Sunset Advisory Commission.

HB 3834 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/21/2013 H Referred to Ways & Means
Caption: Relating to the repeal of the motor fuel tax.

HB 3835 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/21/2013 H Referred to Appropriations
Caption: Relating to funds deposited to the credit of the state highway fund.

HB 3836 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/10/2013 H Left pending in subcommittee
Caption: Relating to the establishment of a motor vehicle mileage fee program for certain motor vehicles by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles; authorizing a fee.

HB 3862 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 05/02/2013 H Laid on the table subject to call
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 82nd Legislature to other Acts of that legislature.

HB 3907 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 05/09/2013 S Referred to Education
Caption: Relating to consideration of certain graduates and dropouts in evaluation of school districts, campuses, and open-enrollment charter schools for accountability purposes.

HCR 54 Author: Harper-Brown
Sponsor: Hancock
Last Action: 05/18/2013 E Signed by the Governor
Caption: Designating Grand Prairie as the Purple Martin Conservation Capital of Texas.

HJR 95 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/04/2013 H Referred to Appropriations
Caption: Proposing a constitutional amendment to limit the purposes for which revenues from motor vehicle registration fees and taxes on motor fuels and lubricants may be used.

HJR 129 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/19/2013 H Referred to Ways & Means
Caption: Proposing a constitutional amendment to extend the number of days that certain tangible personal property that is exempt from ad valorem taxation due to its location in this state for a temporary period may be located in this state for purposes of qualifying for the tax exemption.

HJR 133 Author: Harper-Brown | Hilderbran
Sponsor: Deuell
Last Action: 05/28/2013 E Filed with the Secretary of State
Caption: Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize a political subdivision of this state to extend the number of days that aircraft parts that are exempt from ad valorem taxation due to their location in this state for a temporary period may be located in this state for purposes of qualifying for the tax exemption.

HJR 145 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 03/21/2013 H Referred to Elections
Caption: Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the election of all county commissioners if the boundaries of commissioners precincts change following a federal decennial census.

HR 193 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/20/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 20 2013 3:05PM
Caption: Honoring Fran Bonilla as an Exemplary Woman of Irving.

HR 194 Author: Harper-Brown | Ratliff | Anchia
Last Action: 02/20/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 20 2013 5:10PM
Caption: Congratulating the City of Irving on its receipt of a 2012 Baldrige National Quality Award.

HR 195 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/20/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 20 2013 5:10PM
Caption: Commending Pastor Dennis Lee Webb, Sr., for his service to Bear Creek Community Church in Irving.

HR 196 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/21/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 21 2013 8:52AM
Caption: In memory of Francis Xavier Flatley of Irving.

HR 197 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/20/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 20 2013 5:08PM
Caption: Honoring Kitty Boyle as an Exemplary Woman of Irving.

HR 198 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/20/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 20 2013 3:07PM
Caption: Congratulating Norma Stanton on her recognition as an Exemplary Woman of Irving.

HR 199 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/20/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 20 2013 3:59PM
Caption: Commending the Dallas/Fort Worth Humane Society for its service to the community.

HR 200 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/20/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 20 2013 5:08PM
Caption: Commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Irving Convention and Visitors Bureau.

HR 201 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/21/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 21 2013 12:21PM
Caption: In memory of Emanuel "Dodge" Chilelli of Irving.

HR 202 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/20/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 20 2013 3:05PM
Caption: Honoring Luis S. Spinola for his work as president and CEO of the Azteca-Omega Group.

HR 203 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/21/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 21 2013 9:30AM
Caption: Commemorating the dedication of a Historic Texas Cemetery marker at the Old Kit Cemetery in Irving.

HR 204 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/21/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 21 2013 9:53AM
Caption: Commemorating the centennial of the Heritage House in Irving.

HR 205 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/21/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 21 2013 8:52AM
Caption: Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Fluor Corporation of Irving.

HR 206 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/21/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 21 2013 10:02AM
Caption: Honoring Gene Olafsen on her selection as an Exemplary Woman of Irving.

HR 207 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/21/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 21 2013 9:47AM
Caption: Congratulating Mary Oberlin on her selection as an Exemplary Woman of Irving.

HR 208 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/21/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 21 2013 9:50AM
Caption: Congratulating Ruben and Sandy Franco of Irving on their 50th wedding anniversary.

HR 209 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/21/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 21 2013 8:56AM
Caption: Congratulating Kitty Tine Baker on her selection as an Exemplary Woman of Irving.

HR 210 Author: Harper-Brown | Ratliff | Anchia
Last Action: 02/12/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 12 2013 5:07PM
Caption: Recognizing February 12, 2013, as Irving Day at the State Capitol.

HR 211 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/21/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 21 2013 8:51AM
Caption: Congratulating Joe and Gwen Lewis of Irving on their 65th wedding anniversary.

HR 212 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/21/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 21 2013 12:15PM
Caption: Welcoming the delegation from Harmony Science Academy of Grand Prairie to the State Capitol on January 28, 2013.

HR 291 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/21/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 21 2013 9:51AM
Caption: In memory of Officer Corey Lee Cooksey of Grapevine.

HR 402 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 02/12/2013 H Reported enrolled: Feb 12 2013 4:24PM
Caption: Recognizing February 12, 2013, as Texas Community Association Advocates Day at the State Capitol.

HR 559 Author: Harper-Brown | Davis, Yvonne | Stickland | Turner, Chris | Alonzo
Last Action: 03/13/2013 H Reported enrolled: Mar 13 2013 8:30AM
Caption: Recognizing March 6, 2013, as Grand Prairie Day at the State Capitol.

HR 1101 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/04/2013 H Reported enrolled: Apr 4 2013 6:08PM
Caption: Congratulating Joe Barnett on his retirement as the athletic director of the Irving Independent School District.

HR 1102 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/04/2013 H Reported enrolled: Apr 4 2013 3:45PM
Caption: Honoring Sergeant Paul Tong of the Irving Police Department for rescuing a man from a fire.

HR 1384 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/26/2013 H Reported enrolled: Apr 26 2013 2:22PM
Caption: In memory of Ed Fulbright of Irving.

HR 1583 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 05/06/2013 H Reported enrolled: May 6 2013 9:43AM
Caption: Commemorating the 40th anniversary of Al's Rent to Own in Irving.

HR 1792 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 05/13/2013 H Reported enrolled: May 13 2013 3:52PM
Caption: Congratulating Dr. Jerry Dunn on his selection as an Irving High Spirited Citizen by the Irving Convention and Visitors Bureau.

HR 1793 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 05/13/2013 H Reported enrolled: May 13 2013 3:26PM
Caption: Congratulating John Schingle on his receipt of the Community Builder Award from the James V. Callan Da-Lite Masonic Lodge.

HR 1794 Author: Harper-Brown
Last Action: 05/13/2013 H Reported enrolled: May 13 2013 3:35PM
Caption: Congratulating Connie Dunn on her selection as an Irving High Spirited Citizen by the Irving Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Joint Author (19):
HB 73 Author: Fletcher | Harper-Brown | Lavender | King, Phil | Herrero
Last Action: 05/07/2013 H Committee report sent to Calendars
Caption: Relating to the prosecution of and the punishment for the offense of burglary committed while evading arrest or detention.

HB 300 Author: Isaac | Parker | Davis, John | Harper-Brown | Simmons
Last Action: 04/30/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to an alternative system of public education governance that enhances school accountability, local control, and family empowerment in the educational system.

HB 509 Author: Murphy | Harper-Brown | Harless | Hilderbran | Turner, Scott
Last Action: 05/08/2013 H Committee report sent to Calendars
Caption: Relating to the phaseout and repeal of the franchise tax; lowering the rates of the taxes.

HB 760 Author: Toth | Riddle | Bohac | Harper-Brown | Kolkhorst
Last Action: 04/30/2013 H No action taken in committee
Caption: Relating to State Board of Education oversight of regional education service center services and products concerning student curriculum.

HB 885 Author: Murphy | Harper-Brown | Ratliff | Huberty
Sponsor: Patrick
Last Action: 06/14/2013 E Effective on 9/1/13
Caption: Relating to the guarantee of refinanced open-enrollment charter school bonds by the permanent school fund.

HB 1352 Author: Callegari | Harper-Brown | Ratliff | Fallon
Last Action: 05/14/2013 S Referred to Business & Commerce
Caption: Relating to an exemption for certain persons who sell signs from the requirement to be licensed as an electrician.

HB 1568 Author: Springer | Laubenberg | Bonnen, Dennis | Smithee | Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/29/2013 H Committee report sent to Calendars
Caption: Relating to the accreditation status and eligibility for funding under the Foundation School Program of a district that knowingly violates the Texas Constitution.

HB 1867 Author: Klick | King, Phil | Rodriguez, Eddie | Harper-Brown | Laubenberg
Last Action: 03/04/2013 H Referred to Public Health
Caption: Relating to the administration by certain health care professionals of treatments, therapy, or medication ordered by an optometrist or therapeutic optometrist.

HB 2225 Author: McClendon | Martinez, "Mando" | Harper-Brown
Last Action: 05/09/2013 H Placed on General State Calendar
Caption: Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle in the vicinity of an unprotected road user; providing penalties.

HB 2414 Author: Button | Capriglione | Harper-Brown | Coleman | Elkins
Sponsor: Deuell
Last Action: 06/14/2013 E Effective immediately
Caption: Relating to open meetings of governmental bodies held by videoconference call and to written electronic communications between members of a governmental body.

HB 2815 Author: Burkett | Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/02/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to noise abatement procedures on certain turnpikes.

HB 2817 Author: Burkett | Harper-Brown | Bonnen, Dennis
Last Action: 03/18/2013 H Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
Caption: Relating to the testing required for a commercial driver's license for veterans of the United States armed forces with previous truck driving experience.

HB 3319 Author: Crownover | Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/02/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Relating to establishment, operation, and funding of charter schools.

HB 3812 Author: Howard | Giddings | Harper-Brown | Creighton | Burnam
Last Action: 05/08/2013 H Placed on General State Calendar
Caption: Relating to authorizing the optional imposition of a county air quality fee at the time of an emissions-related inspection.

HJR 110 Author: Isaac | Harper-Brown | Fletcher | Callegari | Eiland
Last Action: 04/03/2013 H Left pending in committee
Caption: Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to a person's freedom of religion.

HR 538 Author: Hunter | Creighton | Harper-Brown | Lozano | Carter
Last Action: 03/11/2013 H Reported enrolled: Mar 11 2013 11:21AM
Caption: Recognizing February 28, 2013, as State Republican Executive Committee Day at the Capitol.

HR 989 Author: Branch | Harper-Brown | Button | Burkett | Carter
Last Action: 03/20/2013 H Reported enrolled: Mar 20 2013 9:31AM
Caption: In memory of Dallas businessman Vance Charles Miller.

HR 1096 Author: Laubenberg | Simmons | Klick | Harper-Brown | Burkett
Last Action: 03/26/2013 H Reported enrolled: Mar 26 2013 2:24PM
Caption: Recognizing pregnancy resource centers for the services they provide to women facing unexpected pregnancy.

HR 1400 Author: Vo | Button | Wu | Farias | Harper-Brown
Last Action: 04/18/2013 H Reported enrolled: Apr 18 2013 12:35PM
Caption: Recognizing April 17, 2013, as Vietnamese American Day at the State Capitol.

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