Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
02/05/2007 H Referred to Regulated Industries
Caption:
Relating to grants for community-based telephone voice-mail services for individuals in crisis or in transition.
Author:
Rodriguez | Dutton | Keffer, Jim | Leibowitz
Last Action:
05/15/2007 S Referred to Education
Caption:
Relating to a study of methods to increase public school student participation in the national school breakfast program and school district participation in a special assistance provision of the national free or reduced-price breakfast or lunch program.
Author:
Rodriguez
Sponsor:
Whitmire
Last Action:
06/15/2007 E Effective on 9/1/07
Caption:
Relating to the confidentiality of certain personal information that pertains to certain officers and employees of a community supervision and corrections department.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
04/18/2007 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to the employment of certain day laborers; authorizing the imposition of an administrative penalty.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
04/26/2007 H Considered in Calendars
Caption:
Relating to providing notice of residence homestead exemptions from ad valorem taxation to owners of certain residential real property.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
03/05/2007 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to the applicability of the requirement that certain communications delivered to a property owner on behalf of a taxing unit notify the owner of any entitlement to postpone payment of the ad valorem taxes on the property.
Author:
Rodriguez | Dukes
Sponsor:
Watson
Last Action:
06/15/2007 E Effective on 9/1/07
Caption:
Relating to the creation, operation, management, and programs of homestead preservation districts.
Author:
Rodriguez | Davis, John
Last Action:
02/06/2007 H Referred to Public Health
Caption:
Relating to the establishment of a task force to assist certain long-term care facilities in developing the capacity to provide services to individuals with disabilities through community-based arrangements.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
02/08/2007 H Referred to Elections
Caption:
Relating to the permanent authority of certain voters to vote early by mail.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
02/13/2007 H Referred to Insurance
Caption:
Relating to the disclosure of certain information collected by the Texas Department of Insurance as public information.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
02/13/2007 H Referred to Human Services
Caption:
Relating to a decision-making period for persons on waiting lists for certain Medicaid services.
Author:
Rodriguez | Davis, John | Naishtat | Rose | Leibowitz
Sponsor:
Zaffirini
Last Action:
06/15/2007 E Effective on 9/1/07
Caption:
Relating to services provided to youth with disabilities transitioning from school-oriented living to post-schooling activities, services for adults, and community living.
Author:
Rodriguez | Naishtat
Last Action:
04/16/2007 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to a foster children's bill of rights.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
05/09/2007 H Laid on the table subject to call
Caption:
Relating to the creation of the Travis-Creedmoor Municipal Utility District; providing authority to impose taxes and issue bonds.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
03/06/2007 H Referred to State Affairs
Caption:
Relating to the fraudulent advertising of pregnancy-related medical services; providing penalties.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
03/06/2007 H Referred to Environmental Regulation
Caption:
Relating to the Texas Global Warming Solutions Act; imposing a fee.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
05/15/2007 S Referred to Finance
Caption:
Relating to notice regarding and the application for a residence homestead exemption from ad valorem taxation; imposing a civil penalty.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
03/07/2007 H Referred to Elections
Caption:
Relating to the use of alternate forms of voting in certain elections.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
03/27/2007 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to tuition and fee exemptions for certain military personnel and their family members.
Author:
Rodriguez | Anchia
Last Action:
04/23/2007 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to requiring counseling before closing certain high-risk loans.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
04/17/2007 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to a competitive grant pilot program for certain small retailers of fresh produce.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
05/02/2007 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to the conditions of employment for firefighters employed by certain districts and entities; providing penalties.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
04/26/2007 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to retirement benefits for law enforcement officers employed and commissioned by certain institutions of higher education.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
03/19/2007 H Referred to Pensions and Investments
Caption:
Relating to the proportionate retirement program.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
03/19/2007 H Referred to Government Reform
Caption:
Relating to the consolidation of state vehicle fleets.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
03/20/2007 H Referred to Elections
Caption:
Relating to certain individuals employed to assist a registered lobbyist.
Author:
Rodriguez
Sponsor:
West, Royce
Last Action:
06/15/2007 E Effective immediately
Caption:
Relating to the disclosure by the Texas Department of Public Safety to appraisal districts of driver's license records and personal identification certificate records, or certain information in those records, for use in determining an individual's eligibility for a residence homestead exemption from ad valorem taxation.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
03/21/2007 H Referred to Business & Industry
Caption:
Relating to the forced sale of certain inherited interests in real property.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
04/12/2007 H Left pending in subcommittee
Caption:
Relating to housing funds for certain disabled persons and the creation of the person with permanent disability home loan program.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
03/21/2007 H Referred to Law Enforcement
Caption:
Relating to restrictions on the disclosure of certain criminal history records and to the duty of law enforcement agencies regarding records associated with certain defendants.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
03/22/2007 H Referred to Land & Resource Management
Caption:
Relating to the authority of a county to zone, apply building standards, and impose impact fees in an area near certain toll projects; providing a penalty.
Author:
Rodriguez | Hardcastle | Rose | Deshotel | Eissler
Sponsor:
Ellis
Last Action:
06/15/2007 E Signed by the Governor
Caption:
Urging the United States Congress to enact legislation to eliminate the 24-month Medicare waiting period for participants in Social Security Disability Insurance.
Author:
Rodriguez | Anchia
Last Action:
02/12/2007 H Referred to State Affairs
Caption:
Requesting that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security reconsider all alternatives to the detention of immigrant and asylum-seeking families.
Author:
Rodriguez | Corte, Frank | Garcia | Noriega, Rick | Vaught
Sponsor:
Van de Putte
Last Action:
05/10/2007 E Signed by the Governor
Caption:
Designating May 1, 2007, as Silver Star Day in Texas in honor of wounded service members.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
03/15/2007 H Withdrawn from calendar
Caption:
Congratulating LatinWorks on being the first Hispanic advertising agency in Texas to place an ad during the Super Bowl.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
03/16/2007 H Reported enrolled: Mar 16 2007 8:10AM
Caption:
Honoring Teatro Vivo of Austin.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
03/22/2007 H Reported enrolled: Mar 22 2007 6:59PM
Caption:
Congratulating LatinWorks on being the first Hispanic advertising agency in Texas ever to place an ad during the Super Bowl.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
03/22/2007 H Reported enrolled: Mar 22 2007 6:59PM
Caption:
In memory of Thelma Elaine Chandler Waxman of Austin.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
03/28/2007 H Reported enrolled: Mar 28 2007 4:24PM
Caption:
Commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Political Asylum Project of Austin.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
04/16/2007 H Reported enrolled: Apr 16 2007 12:08PM
Caption:
Honoring Jim and Bob Gregory of Texas Disposal Systems for providing CPR education kits to every household in Creedmoor.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
05/30/2007 H Reported enrolled: May 30 2007 12:02PM
Caption:
In memory of Kay Longcope of Austin.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
05/30/2007 H Reported enrolled: May 30 2007 12:02PM
Caption:
Recognizing San Juan Diego Catholic High School for the outstanding education it provides students.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
05/30/2007 H Reported enrolled: May 30 2007 12:02PM
Caption:
In memory of Emilia Sanchez Hernandez of Austin.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
05/30/2007 H Reported enrolled: May 30 2007 12:02PM
Caption:
Honoring the Latin variety band Los Curanderos of Austin.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
05/30/2007 H Reported enrolled: May 30 2007 12:02PM
Caption:
Congratulating Martin Middle School in Austin on being authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme and commending its administrators and faculty on their impressive work.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
05/30/2007 H Reported enrolled: May 30 2007 12:02PM
Caption:
Recognizing Chris Ernest of Del Valle High School as a 2006-2007 State Farm Scholar-Athlete.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
05/30/2007 H Reported enrolled: May 30 2007 12:02PM
Caption:
Recognizing PrintGlobe, Inc., in Austin on the grand opening of its expanded facility in May 2007.
Author:
Rodriguez | Martinez Fischer
Last Action:
05/30/2007 H Reported enrolled: May 30 2007 12:02PM
Caption:
Commending Damon Martinez for his service as a legislative intern in the office of Representative Eddie Rodriguez.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
05/31/2007 H Reported enrolled: May 31 2007 2:12PM
Caption:
Honoring attorney Barbara Hines for her work in behalf of immigrant rights.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
05/30/2007 H Reported enrolled: May 30 2007 12:02PM
Caption:
Congratulating Adela Garcia of Austin on her achievements as a professional fitness competitor.
Author:
Rodriguez
Last Action:
05/31/2007 H Reported enrolled: May 31 2007 2:12PM
Caption:
Congratulating Roger Huerta on his graduation from Augsburg College and his success as a professional athlete.
Author:
Madden | Raymond | Rodriguez
Sponsor:
Ellis
Last Action:
05/20/2007 S Committee report printed and distributed: May 20 2007 1:03PM
Caption:
Relating to resolution of disputes arising under certain construction contracts.
Author:
Madden | Rodriguez | Pena | Hodge | Woolley
Sponsor:
Seliger
Last Action:
06/15/2007 E Effective immediately
Caption:
Relating to the operation and funding of drug court programs.
Author:
Raymond | Hughes | Paxton | Smithee | Rodriguez
Sponsor:
Zaffirini
Last Action:
06/15/2007 E Effective immediately
Caption:
Relating to public access to personal financial statements filed by judges and justices.
Author:
Burnam | Leibowitz | Dunnam | Rodriguez | Pena
Last Action:
04/17/2007 S Referred to Finance
Caption:
Relating to exemptions from the sales tax for certain energy efficient products for a limited period.
Author:
Naishtat | Dukes | Rodriguez | Strama | Howard, Donna
Last Action:
05/08/2007 H Laid on the table subject to call
Caption:
Relating to the conditions of employment for emergency medical services personnel employed by certain municipalities.
Author:
Hughes | Rodriguez | Smithee | Laubenberg
Last Action:
04/25/2007 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to advance directives or health care or treatment decisions made by or on behalf of patients.
Author:
Howard, Charlie | Rodriguez
Sponsor:
Hegar
Last Action:
05/21/2007 S Committee report printed and distributed: May 21 2007 1:59PM
Caption:
Relating to providing notice of residence homestead exemptions from ad valorem taxation to owners of certain residential real property.
Author:
Gallego | Rodriguez | Martinez Fischer | Dunnam | Coleman
Last Action:
03/22/2007 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to eligibility of elected officials convicted of a crime for certain retirement and related benefits.
Author:
Gattis | Rodriguez | Cohen
Last Action:
02/28/2007 H Referred to Environmental Regulation
Caption:
Relating to the relationship between the amount of an administrative penalty imposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the economic benefit of the violation to the alleged violator.
Author:
Naishtat | Rodriguez | Dukes
Last Action:
05/01/2007 H Laid on the table subject to call
Caption:
Relating to the powers and duties of the Travis County Healthcare District.
Author:
Howard, Charlie | Rodriguez | Flores | Davis, Yvonne
Last Action:
05/04/2007 H Committee report sent to Calendars
Caption:
Relating to the duty of certain persons who conduct a closing to provide information to the purchaser or other transferee of a single-family residential structure regarding the exemption from ad valorem taxation applicable to a residence homestead.
Author:
Bonnen | Gattis | Rodriguez | Crabb | Leibowitz
Sponsor:
Watson
Last Action:
06/15/2007 E Effective on 9/1/07
Caption:
Relating to a program for the recycling of computer equipment of consumers in this state; providing administrative penalties.
Author:
Villarreal | Rodriguez
Last Action:
03/14/2007 H Referred to Higher Education
Caption:
Relating to increasing the number of transfer students at general academic teaching institutions.
Author:
Strama | Leibowitz | Anchia | Rodriguez | Berman
Sponsor:
Watson
Last Action:
06/15/2007 E Effective on 9/1/07
Caption:
Relating to a study of methods for increasing the availability of certain information on energy efficiency of certain residential property.
Author:
Strama | Rodriguez
Last Action:
05/09/2007 H Recommitted to committee
Caption:
Relating to recovery of attorney's fees for certain claims arising from the abandonment of hazardous wastes on the claimant's property.
Author:
Madden | Strama | Rodriguez
Last Action:
05/15/2007 S Referred to Education
Caption:
Relating to the provision of a competitive grant program at the Texas Education Agency for funding disciplinary programs for at-risk youth.
Author:
Howard, Donna | Strama | Anchia | Madden | Rodriguez
Last Action:
04/03/2007 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to permitting procedures of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for control of air pollution.
Author:
Strama | Naishtat | Howard, Donna | Rodriguez | Bolton
Last Action:
04/04/2007 H Left pending in committee
Caption:
Relating to conditions of employment for law enforcement officers and corrections officers employed by certain counties.
Author:
Ortiz, Jr. | Rodriguez
Last Action:
03/22/2007 H Referred to Public Education
Caption:
Relating to requirements regarding termination of employment of certain public school district employees.
Author:
Raymond | Bolton | Rodriguez
Last Action:
05/09/2007 H Laid on the table subject to call
Caption:
Relating to sales and use taxes in emergency services districts.
Author:
Bolton | Naishtat | Dukes | Rodriguez | Howard, Donna
Last Action:
04/16/2007 H Reported enrolled: Apr 16 2007 12:08PM
Caption:
Congratulating Jody Conradt on her retirement and her achievements as head coach of The University of Texas women's basketball team.
Author:
Dukes | Naishtat | Rodriguez | Strama | Howard, Donna
Last Action:
05/21/2007 H Reported enrolled: May 21 2007 9:09PM
Caption:
In memory of Clifford Jamal Antone of Austin.
Author:
Hughes | Rose | Rodriguez | Parker | Turner
Last Action:
05/31/2007 H Reported enrolled: May 31 2007 2:12PM
Caption:
In memory of Emilio Gonzales of Lockhart.