3891 SENATE JOURNAL Ð REGULAR SESSION 3891 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS BIRDWELL, BRIAN SBi3,iiRelating to public high school graduation, including curriculum and assessment requirements for graduation and funding in support of certain curriculum authorized for graduation. SBi11,iiRelating to the drug testing of certain persons seeking financial assistance benefits. SBi21,iiRelating to drug screening or testing as a condition for the receipt of unemployment compensation benefits by certain individuals. SBi135,iiRelating to the use of a public school student s' performance on an end-of-course assessment instrument in determining the student s' final grade for the course. SBi182,iiRelating to the carrying of concealed handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. SBi191,iiRelating to Temporary Assistance for Needy Families benefits accounts. SBi201,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the State Preservation Board. SBi214,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs; authorizing and otherwise affecting the application of certain fees. SBi215,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, including related changes to the status and functions of the Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation. SBi216,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Information Resources and certain procurement functions of the comptroller of public accounts. SBi220,iiRelating to the abolition of the office of the fire fighters 'pension commissioner and the transfer and disposition of its functions relating to the Texas Emergency Services Retirement System and the Texas local firefighters retirement systems. SBi436,iiRelating to administration of collegiate learning assessments to students at general academic teaching institutions. SBi437,iiRelating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education. SBi438,iiRelating to an interlocal contract between a governmental entity and a purchasing cooperative to purchase roofing materials or services. SBi439,iiRelating to the Weatherford College District service area. SBi440,iiRelating to unenforceable restrictive covenants regarding standby electric generators affecting residential homes. SBi441,iiRelating to the establishment of the Texas Fast Start Program to promote rapid delivery of workforce education and development. SBi442,iiRelating to leave for certain veterans returning to state employment. 3892 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 3892 BIRDWELL, BRIANi Ð i(Continued) SBi443,iiRelating to leave for reserve law enforcement officers for required training. SBi444,iiRelating to the system by which an application for a low income housing tax credit is scored. SBi445,iiRelating to an informed student document for prospective students of certain public institutions of higher education. SBi448,iiRelating to the audit of certain river authorities. SBi515,iiRelating to the sale and production of malt liquor, ale, and beer by the holder of a brewpub license. SBi518,iiRelating to the authority of certain brewers and manufacturers to sell beer and ale to ultimate consumers. SBi530,iiRelating to the inclusion of the emblem of the veteran s' branch of service on Disabled Veteran specialty license plates. SBi532,iiRelating to the prosecution and punishment of offenses related to trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of trafficking of persons. SBi596,iiRelating to the application process for certain alcoholic beverage permits and licenses and the provision of alcoholic beverages on certain premises. SBi597,iiRelating to the issuance of specialty license plates for certain Operation Enduring Freedom veterans. SBi598,iiRelating to restrictions on holders of package store permits. SBi655,iiRelating to the exercise of the power of eminent domain by certain authorized entities. SBi683,iiRelating to the election of members of the board of directors of the Benbrook Water Authority. SBi838,iiRelating to giving priority to United States citizens and permanent resident aliens in awarding state-funded student financial assistance. SBi860,iiRelating to the provision of career and technology education courses in certain partnership programs to provide high school dropout recovery. SBi894,iiRelating to real property within the Capitol complex. SBi896,iiRelating to the administration and operation of the appellate judicial system for the Second Court of Appeals District. SBi922,iiRelating to partnerships between the Texas State Technical College System and public junior colleges. SBi955,iiRelating to the training of certain persons in mental health first aid and assistance, the funding of mental health first aid and assistance training, and the liability of certain persons providing assistance to persons experiencing a mental health crisis. SBi1091,iiRelating to a credit against the access fee for a private dock charged by the Brazos River Authority in the event of a drought. SBi1092,iiRelating to the audit and review of river authorities. 3893 SENATE JOURNAL Ð REGULAR SESSION 3893 BIRDWELL, BRIANi Ð i(Continued) SBi1639,iiRelating to the application of foreign laws and foreign forum selection in certain family law proceedings. SBi1655,iiRelating to authorizing the Public Utility Commission of Texas to direct the comptroller to return the unappropriated balance of the system benefit fund to retail electric customers. SBi1710,iiRelating to measures to facilitate the transfer of students within the public higher education system and the timely graduation of students from public institutions of higher education. SBi1711,iiRelating to the extent and management of the John Graves Scenic Riverway. SBi1723,iiRelating to the eligibility of certain citizens residing outside the United States to vote a full ballot. SBi1724,iiRelating to end-of-course assessment instruments administered to public high school students and other measures of secondary-level performance. SBi1893,iiRelating to the creation of the Chisholm Trails Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes. SBi1907,iiRelating to the transportation and storage of firearms and ammunition by concealed handgun license holders in private vehicles on the campuses of certain institutions of higher education. SBi1917,iiRelating to the definition of an authorized emergency vehicle. SJRi27,iiProposing a constitutional amendment requiring certain tax bills to be approved by two-thirds of all the members elected to each house of the legislature. SJRi55,iiProposing a constitutional amendment appropriating money from the system benefit fund for the purpose of returning system benefit fund fees to retail electric customers. SCRi6,iiUrging 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 during the 2012-2013 budget cycle. SCRi34,iiRecognizing the citizens of West. SRi38,iiWelcoming the members of Leadership Cleburne to the State Capitol. SRi59,iiRecognizing the Daughters of the American Revolution on its new chapter in Bosque County. SRi71,iiDeclaring February 27, 2013, Hill County Day at the State Capitol. SRi120,iiIn memory of Jim Gray of Eddy. SRi124,iiWelcoming the members of the 2012-2013 Leadership Granbury class to the State Capitol. SRi128,iiRecognizing Dr. James M. Simmons on the occasion of his retirement as president of Lamar University. SRi140,iiRecognizing Tarrant County Days at the State Capitol on February 6 and 7, 2013. 3894 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 3894 BIRDWELL, BRIANi Ð i(Continued) SRi193,iiWelcoming the members of the Leadership Waxahachie Class XVIII to the State Capitol. SRi218,iiWelcoming the Leadership Midlothian Class of 2012-2013 to the State Capitol. SRi237,iiRecognizing February 19, 2013, as Corsicana and Navarro County Day at the State Capitol. SRi255,iiRecognizing March 6, 2013, as Mansfield Day at the State Capitol. SRi285,iiRecognizing the Texas Heroes Foundation on the occasion of its Texas Independence Day Celebration. SRi293,iiRecognizing February 27, 2013, as Baylor Day at the State Capitol. SRi314,iiCommending Robert Griffin III on his exemplary accomplishments. SRi315,iiIn memory of Christopher Scott Kyle of Midlothian. SRi330,iiRecognizing March 4, 2013, as Texas Young Republican Legislative Day at the State Capitol. SRi337,iiWelcoming the members of the Cleburne Chamber of Commerce and the Cleburne Tuesday Forum to the Capitol. SRi338,iiRecognizing March 13, 2013, as West Day at the State Capitol. SRi339,iiRecognizing the Bob Bullock Scholars Program of Baylor University. SRi381,iiCelebrating March 5, 2013, as Hewitt Day at the State Capitol. SRi484,iiRecognizing the members of the Burleson Area Chamber of Commerce. SRi491,iiIn memory of Deborah "Borah" Van Dormolen. SRi512,iiRecognizing Elisabeth Guldmann Brannon on the occasion of her 100th birthday. SRi528,iiRecognizing Alcoa on the occasion of its 125th anniversary. SRi542,iiRecognizing the Association of the United States Army and its visiting delegation. SRi545,iiRecognizing James D. Spaniolo on the occasion of his retirement as president of The University of Texas at Arlington. SRi571,iiCongratulating the North Central Texas Academy Lady Pioneers for winning a state