Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
02/17/2009 H Referred to Transportation
Caption:
Relating to a motor vehicle passing a bicyclist; providing penalties.
Author:
Harper-Brown | Christian
Last Action:
04/06/2009 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to requiring the use of an ignition interlock device on conviction of certain intoxication offenses.
Author:
Harper-Brown | Kent | Lucio III
Last Action:
05/13/2009 H Placed on General State Calendar
Caption:
Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle in the vicinity of a vulnerable road user; providing penalties.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
02/24/2009 H Referred to Transportation
Caption:
Relating to the development, construction, and operation of a toll project located in the boundaries of a local toll project entity.
Author:
Harper-Brown | Flynn | Laubenberg | Guillen | Herrero
Last Action:
04/27/2009 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to an exemption from the motor vehicle sales tax for a limited period.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/02/2009 H Left pending in subcommittee
Caption:
Relating to specialty license plates supporting the Safe Routes to School Program.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
03/10/2009 H Referred to Ways & Means
Caption:
Relating to the use of municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue for certain transportation systems.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
05/04/2009 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem tax of certain property owned by a religious organization.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/29/2009 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to the allocation of revenue from the motor vehicle sales tax to the state highway fund.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
05/05/2009 S Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
Caption:
Relating to the designation of the Diamond Interchange.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/27/2009 S Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
Caption:
Relating to the evaluation of highway or other mobility projects as toll projects by the Texas Department of Transportation.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/21/2009 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to disclosure of credit scoring by insurers.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
05/04/2009 H No action taken in committee
Caption:
Relating to a temporary franchise tax discount for job creation and retention.
Author:
Harper-Brown | Taylor
Last Action:
04/15/2009 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to the franchise tax rates.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/15/2009 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to the total revenue exemption from the franchise tax.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
03/17/2009 H Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Caption:
Relating to a financial institution's action regarding certain withdrawals and deposits.
Author:
Harper-Brown | Merritt
Sponsor:
Deuell
Last Action:
06/19/2009 E Effective on 9/1/09
Caption:
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education; providing civil and administrative penalties.
Author:
Harper-Brown | Davis, Yvonne
Last Action:
05/14/2009 H Laid on the table subject to call
Caption:
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
Author:
Harper-Brown | Homer | Rose
Sponsor:
Hegar
Last Action:
06/19/2009 E Effective on 9/1/09
Caption:
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Parks and Wildlife Department; changing the elements of an offense.
Author:
Harper-Brown | Coleman
Last Action:
04/16/2009 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Commission on Jail Standards.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
03/19/2009 H Referred to Transportation
Caption:
Relating to the deposit of fees for oversize and overweight vehicle permits in the state highway fund.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
03/19/2009 H Referred to Appropriations
Caption:
Relating to the permissible uses of the state highway fund.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
03/19/2009 H Referred to Transportation
Caption:
Relating to the establishment of the Transportation Legislative Oversight Committee.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
03/19/2009 H Referred to State Affairs
Caption:
Relating to requiring a state agency that is undergoing review by the Sunset Advisory Commission to undergo a financial audit and submit a zero-based budget in connection with the review.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Sponsor:
Carona
Last Action:
05/20/2009 S Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to the disclosure of personal information under the Motor Vehicle Records Disclosure Act; providing a penalty.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/28/2009 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to the relocation of utilities as a result of the construction or maintenance of a toll project that is the subject of a comprehensive development agreement.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/28/2009 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to the establishment of a road user fee pilot program by the Texas Department of Transportation.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
03/23/2009 H Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Caption:
Relating to the relocation of pawnshops.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
03/23/2009 H Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Caption:
Relating to resuming certain state contributions for new members of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/28/2009 H Companion considered in lieu of in committee
Caption:
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Transportation to enter into funding agreements to expedite an agency's environmental review duties related to transportation projects.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
03/24/2009 H Referred to Transportation
Caption:
Relating to public viewing and comment on proposals for comprehensive development agreements with the Texas Department of Transportation.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/23/2009 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to the promotion of toll projects by the Texas Department of Transportation.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
05/13/2009 H Committee report sent to Calendars
Caption:
Relating to credit agreements executed in connection with the issuance of obligations for certain public improvements.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Sponsor:
West
Last Action:
06/19/2009 E Effective immediately
Caption:
Relating to the Dallas County Utility and Reclamation District.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
03/23/2009 H Referred to Transportation
Caption:
Designating as the Diamond Interchange the interchange surrounding the site of Texas Stadium in Irving and connecting State Highways 183 and 114, Loop 12, and Spur 482, with the Trinity Parkway and the Dallas Area Rapid Transit Orange Line.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
02/11/2009 H Reported enrolled: Feb 11 2009 8:13AM
Caption:
Honoring the Irving Arts Center.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
02/11/2009 H Reported enrolled: Feb 11 2009 8:13AM
Caption:
Recognizing Irving Heritage Senior Center.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
02/12/2009 H Reported enrolled: Feb 12 2009 8:10AM
Caption:
Honoring Kitty Boyle for her exemplary service to the Dallas County Community College District Board of Trustees.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
03/16/2009 H Reported enrolled: Mar 16 2009 8:12AM
Caption:
Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Irving Independent School District in 2009.
Author:
Harper-Brown | England | Anchia
Last Action:
02/18/2009 H Reported enrolled: Feb 18 2009 4:12PM
Caption:
Recognizing February 17, 2009, as Irving Day at the State Capitol.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
02/18/2009 H Reported enrolled: Feb 18 2009 4:12PM
Caption:
Recognizing the Irving Police Department and Police Chief Larry Boyd for their success in reducing crime.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
03/11/2009 H Reported enrolled: Mar 11 2009 7:50AM
Caption:
Commemorating the opening of the T. Boone Pickens Mentoring Hall of Fame in Irving.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
03/27/2009 H Reported enrolled: Mar 27 2009 7:55AM
Caption:
Congratulating Hailey Hodgkiss of Irving on being named a Distinguished Finalist by the 2009 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/01/2009 H Reported enrolled: Apr 1 2009 8:25PM
Caption:
Commending the City of Irving for its implementation of the Lean Six Sigma program.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/01/2009 H Reported enrolled: Apr 1 2009 8:25PM
Caption:
Commending the City of Irving for its Irving Wellness Incentive Now program.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/13/2009 H Reported enrolled: Apr 13 2009 6:45PM
Caption:
Honoring Sue Richardson for her service to the community of Irving.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/13/2009 H Reported enrolled: Apr 13 2009 6:45PM
Caption:
Honoring the Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce for earning a five-star accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/17/2009 H Reported enrolled: Apr 17 2009 10:40AM
Caption:
Commemorating the completion of the Campion Trails greenbelt extension to Sam Houston Trail Park in Irving.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/17/2009 H Reported enrolled: Apr 17 2009 10:40AM
Caption:
Commemorating the dedication of the Irving Veterans Memorial Park on May 17, 2009.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/03/2009 H Reported enrolled: Apr 3 2009 7:50AM
Caption:
Commemorating the grand opening of the new home of the Church of Scientology of Dallas in Irving.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/17/2009 H Reported enrolled: Apr 17 2009 10:40AM
Caption:
Commemorating the groundbreaking for the Orange Line of Dallas Area Rapid Transit in Irving on April 13, 2009.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/07/2009 H Reported enrolled: Apr 7 2009 5:30PM
Caption:
Congratulating Edgar and Elizabeth Brown of Dallas on the occasion of their 68th wedding anniversary.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/22/2009 H Reported enrolled: Apr 22 2009 9:36AM
Caption:
Commending BikeTexas for its hard work and dedication in behalf of bicycle safety.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
05/04/2009 H Reported enrolled: May 4 2009 12:36PM
Caption:
Honoring Jack Singley for his service to the Irving Independent School District on the occasion of his retirement as superintendent.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/29/2009 H Reported enrolled: Apr 29 2009 9:48AM
Caption:
Commemorating the grand opening of the North Lake College South Campus in Irving.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
05/20/2009 H Reported enrolled: May 20 2009 11:00AM
Caption:
Congratulating Dr. Francis M. Lazarus on his retirement as president of the University of Dallas.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
05/20/2009 H Reported enrolled: May 20 2009 11:00AM
Caption:
Congratulating Joyce Pittman and Clyde Pittman, Jr., of Irving on their 50th wedding anniversary.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
05/24/2009 H Reported enrolled: May 24 2009 3:22PM
Caption:
Congratulating First United Methodist Church on 101 years of service to the Irving community.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
05/25/2009 H Reported enrolled: May 25 2009 10:00PM
Caption:
Congratulating Max Whitley, Richard Knoll, Marlene Steward, and F. M. Gilbert of Entertainment Series of Irving for winning the 2009 Irving Trivia contest, "The City and the Man".
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
05/26/2009 H Reported enrolled: May 26 2009 6:20PM
Caption:
In memory of former Irving mayor Morris Holland Parrish.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
05/26/2009 H Reported enrolled: May 26 2009 12:26PM
Caption:
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the opening of T. J. Lee Elementary School in Irving.
Author:
Harper-Brown
Last Action:
05/31/2009 H Reported enrolled: May 31 2009 5:44PM
Caption:
Congratulating Cassie Lynee Harper of O. P. Norman Junior High School in Kaufman on her induction into the National Junior Honor Society.
Author:
Jackson, Jim | Harper-Brown | Kent | Anchia | Davis, John
Last Action:
04/23/2009 H Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
Caption:
Relating to activity that constitutes maintaining a common nuisance.
Author:
Jackson, Jim | Harper-Brown | Kent | Anchia | Davis, John
Last Action:
05/12/2009 S Referred to Criminal Justice
Caption:
Relating to the punishment for the offense of employment harmful to children.
Author:
Callegari | Fletcher | Zerwas | Harper-Brown | Pickett
Last Action:
03/18/2009 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to the limitation on increases in the appraised value of a residence homestead for ad valorem taxation.
Author:
Jackson, Jim | Harper-Brown | Kent | Anchia | Davis, John
Last Action:
05/21/2009 S Referred to Business & Commerce
Caption:
Relating to the on-premises consumption of certain alcoholic beverages; providing a penalty.
Author:
Isett | Pickett | Harper-Brown
Sponsor:
Hegar
Last Action:
05/30/2009 H Conf. Comm. Report printed and distributed: May 30 2009 11:23PM
Caption:
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Transportation, including the transfer of certain functions to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation; providing penalties.
Author:
Isett | Homer | Legler | Eiland | Harper-Brown
Last Action:
05/05/2009 S Referred to Criminal Justice
Caption:
Relating to the requirement under certain circumstances that a license holder display the person's license to carry a concealed handgun.
Author:
McClendon | Harper-Brown
Last Action:
03/31/2009 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to the abolition of the Texas Transportation Commission and the creation of the commissioner of transportation as an elected statutory state officer.
Author:
Callegari | King, Phil | Fletcher | Zerwas | Harper-Brown
Last Action:
03/18/2009 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to a limitation on the maximum appraised value of real property for ad valorem tax purposes of 110 percent of the appraised value of the property for the preceding tax year.
Author:
Branch | McCall | Harper-Brown | Button
Last Action:
04/02/2009 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to transportation safety training requirements for certain child-care providers.
Author:
Gattis | Oliveira | Paxton | Pena | Harper-Brown
Sponsor:
Ogden
Last Action:
06/19/2009 E Effective immediately
Caption:
Relating to the procedure to be used by a taxing unit in adopting an ad valorem tax rate.
Author:
McClendon | Isett | Flynn | Deshotel | Harper-Brown
Last Action:
05/15/2009 S Referred to Business & Commerce
Caption:
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Residential Construction Commission; providing penalties.
Author:
Flynn | Otto | Kolkhorst | McClendon | Harper-Brown
Sponsor:
Estes
Last Action:
06/19/2009 E See remarks for effective date
Caption:
Relating to the abolition of the Board of Tax Professional Examiners and the transfer of its functions to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Author:
Pickett | McClendon | Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/22/2009 H Committee report sent to Calendars
Caption:
Relating to transportation planning and funding allocations.
Author:
Alonzo | Branch | Harper-Brown | Anchia | Davis, Yvonne
Last Action:
05/05/2009 H Laid on the table subject to call
Caption:
Relating to the pledge of certain revenue of a regional transportation authority to the payment of bonds.
Author:
Hughes | Harper-Brown
Sponsor:
Deuell
Last Action:
06/19/2009 E Effective immediately
Caption:
Relating to license plates created by the Texas Department of Transportation for professional firefighters.
Author:
McClendon | Davis, Yvonne | Phillips | Harper-Brown | Smith, Todd
Sponsor:
Carona
Last Action:
06/19/2009 E See remarks for effective date
Caption:
Relating to the creation, organization, governance, duties, and functions of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, including the transfer of certain duties to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, and to the regulation of certain franchised motor vehicle dealers; providing a penalty.
Author:
Maldonado | Deshotel | Callegari | Harper-Brown | King, Susan
Last Action:
04/29/2009 H Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
Caption:
Relating to the use of recycled glass in aggregate used by the Texas Department of Transportation.
Author:
Smith, Wayne | Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/23/2009 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to the creation and administration of the Texas Local Participation Transportation Program.
Author:
Christian | Berman | Swinford | Anderson | Harper-Brown
Last Action:
03/24/2009 H Referred to Public Education
Caption:
Relating to the teaching of science in public schools.
Author:
Taylor | Harper-Brown
Last Action:
05/11/2009 H Placed on General State Calendar
Caption:
Relating to the application of the sunset review process to the office of vehicle fleet management.
Author:
Callegari | Fletcher | Zerwas | Harper-Brown | Pickett
Last Action:
03/18/2009 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to set a lower limit on the maximum appraised value of a residence homestead for ad valorem taxation.
Author:
Callegari | King, Phil | Zerwas | Fletcher | Harper-Brown
Last Action:
03/18/2009 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to limit the maximum appraised value of real property for ad valorem tax purposes to 110 percent or more of the appraised value of the property for the preceding tax year.
Author:
Parker | Harper-Brown
Last Action:
04/28/2009 H Reported enrolled: Apr 28 2009 7:55AM
Caption:
Recognizing April 23, 2009, as University of Dallas Day at the State Capitol.