5163 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5163

AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS

BIRDWELL, BRIAN SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi16,iiRelating to informed consent to an abortion. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi99,iiRelating to persons authorized to control the disposition of the remains of certain members of the United States armed forces. SBi165,iiRelating to zero-based budgeting for state agencies as a part of the sunset review process. SBi178,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi202,iiRelating to achievement benchmarks in fiscal notes and to legislative review of those benchmarks. SBi257,iiRelating to the issuance of "Choose Life" license plates and the creation of the Choose Life account in the general revenue fund. SBi321,iiRelating to an employee ’s transportation and storage of certain firearms or ammunition while on certain property owned or controlled by the employee s’ employer. SBi353,iiRelating to the territory and dissolution requirements of the Southern Trinity Groundwater Conservation District. SBi354,iiRelating to the carrying of concealed handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. SBi444,iiRelating to eliminating the set-aside of a portion of designated tuition for student financial assistance at public institutions of higher education. SBi514,iiRelating to the acquisition of land and facilities by the Texas State Technical College System. SBi515,iiRelating to required individual health insurance coverage. SBi752,iiRelating to Internet access to checking account transactions of a public institution of higher education. SBi753,iiRelating to the authority of certain counties to regulate outdoor lighting near astronomical observation facilities. SBi754,iiRelating to a credit against the access fee for a private dock charged by the Brazos River Authority in the event of a drought. SBi766,iiRelating to the liability of a sport shooting range and the regulation of firearms, ammunition, firearm supplies, and sport shooting ranges. 5164 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5164

BIRDWELL, BRIANi — i(Continued) SBi904,iiRelating to the eligibility of certain citizens residing outside the United States to vote a full ballot. SBi945,iiRelating to authorizing a lower-division institution of higher education to award an associate degree to a student enrolled in a four-year public institution of higher education who previously attended the lower-division institution. SBi957,iiRelating to the clarification of terminology relating to the Waco Center for Youth. SBi1081,iiRelating to the dispensing of pharmaceuticals with an aesthetic purpose by physicians and therapeutic optometrists. SBi1628,iiRelating to the population of a county required to operate a juvenile justice alternative education program. SBi1629,iiRelating to the applicability of provisions concerning bond approval by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to certain water entities. SBi1630,iiRelating to the regulation of residential appliance installation, including pool-related electrical devices, under the Texas Electrical Safety and Licensing Act. SBi1631,iiRelating to the determination of resident status of students by public institutions of higher education. SBi1632,iiRelating to certain do-not-resuscitate orders and advance directives; providing penalties. SBi1692,iiRelating to municipal and county budgets on the Internet. SBi1724,iiRelating to conditions on the receipt of tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education. SJRi12,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. SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi37,iiDesignating August 7 as Purple Heart Day for a 10-year period beginning in 2011. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi40,iiCelebrating January 25, 2011, as Hewitt Day at the State Capitol. SRi98,iiRecognizing Timothy Karcher for his contributions to his country. SRi104,iiCelebrating February 1, 2011, as Baylor University Day at the State Capitol. SRi131,iiRecognizing January 31, 2011, as Bosque County Day at the State Capitol. SRi166,iiCelebrating February 23, 2011, as Hill County Day at the State Capitol. SRi181,iiCelebrating February 9, 2011, as Waco Day at the State Capitol. 5165 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5165

BIRDWELL, BRIANi — i(Continued) SRi198,iiRecognizing February 10, 2011, as West Day at the State Capitol. SRi199,iiWelcoming Leadership Midlothian to the State Capitol. SRi200,iiRecognizing March 2, 2011, as Hood County Day at the State Capitol. SRi204,iiWelcoming the 2011 Leadership Ennis class to the State Capitol. SRi220,iiRecognizing February 17, 2011, as Falls County and Marlin Day at the Capitol. SRi296,iiCelebrating West Day at the State Capitol on March 2, 2011. SRi299,iiCelebrating Texas Farm Bureau Day at the State Capitol. SRi321,iiWelcoming the members of Leadership Cleburne to the State Capitol. SRi364,iiWelcoming members of the Leadership Waxahachie Class XVII to the State Capitol. SRi389,iiCommending Coach Leta Andrews on becoming the most victorious coach in American high school basketball history. SRi405,iiRecognizing members of the Cleburne Chamber of Commerce and the Cleburne Tuesday Forum on the occasion of their visit to the Capitol. SRi456,iiRecognizing March 10, 2011, as Corsicana and Navarro County Day at the State Capitol. SRi457,iiWelcoming the members of Leadership Hillsboro to the State Capitol on February 23, 2011. SRi474,iiCongratulating the Happy Hill Farm Academy Lady Pioneers basketball team for winning the 2011 Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools 1A state championship. SRi480,iiRecognizing Baylor University s’ Bob Bullock Scholars Program and commending this year s’ scholars for their participation. SRi499,iiRecognizing the Texas State Technical College Student Leadership Council of Waco on the occasion of its visit to the State Capitol on March 22, 2011. SRi536,iiIn memory of William E. Nelson, Jr., of Waco. SRi576,iiCelebrating March 29, 2011, as Burleson Chamber Day at the Capitol. SRi688,iiRecognizing April 7, 2011, as Texas State Technical College Day at the State Capitol. SRi704,iiIn memory of the life of Alphonso Steele. SRi847,iiIn memory of Clifton L. Taylor of Johnson County. SRi963,iiCelebrating May 17, 2011, as BEST Robotics Day at the Capitol. SRi1126,iiIn memory of John Edward Andrade, Sr. SRi1127,iiIn memory of Bryan A. Burgess. SRi1128,iiIn memory of Joel A. Ramirez. 5166 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5166

BIRDWELL, BRIANi — i(Continued) SRi1251,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 90.

CARONA, JOHNiJ. SBi11,iiRelating to the enforcement of state and federal laws governing immigration by certain governmental entities. SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi16,iiRelating to informed consent to an abortion. SBi17,iiRelating to the regulation of residential mortgage loan servicers; providing an administrative penalty. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi27,iiRelating to policies of school districts and open-enrollment charter schools for the care of certain students at risk for anaphylaxis. SBi121,iiRelating to photograph and live lineup identification procedures in criminal cases. SBi124,iiRelating to the enforcement of state and federal laws governing immigration by certain governmental entities; providing a civil penalty. SBi125,iiRelating to the retention of the $1 million total revenue exemption for the franchise tax. SBi129,iiRelating to the limitation on increases in the appraised value of a residence homestead for ad valorem taxation. SBi152,iiRelating to the admissibility of evidence of other similar offenses in the prosecution of certain sexual offenses. SBi160,iiRelating to the regulation of certain aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; providing penalties. SBi165,iiRelating to zero-based budgeting for state agencies as a part of the sunset review process. SBi178,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi201,iiRelating to the calculation of ad valorem taxes on the residence homestead of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran for the tax year in which the veteran qualifies or ceases to qualify for an exemption from taxation of the homestead. SBi202,iiRelating to achievement benchmarks in fiscal notes and to legislative review of those benchmarks. SBi257,iiRelating to the issuance of "Choose Life" license plates and the creation of the Choose Life account in the general revenue fund. 5167 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5167

CARONA, JOHNiJ.i — i(Continued) SBi261,iiRelating to the rule against perpetuities. SBi262,iiRelating to health benefit plan coverage for orally administered anticancer medications. SBi263,iiRelating to the revocation, suspension, or restriction of the license of a physician placed on deferred adjudication community supervision or arrested for certain offenses. SBi315,iiRelating to the agencies and entities responsible for compiling and maintaining information pertaining to criminal combinations and criminal street gangs. SBi319,iiRelating to financing programs for low-income electric customers and certain other electric customers. SBi320,iiRelating to the practice of psychological associates. SBi321,iiRelating to an employee ’s transportation and storage of certain firearms or ammunition while on certain property owned or controlled by the employee s’ employer. SBi322,iiRelating to certain requirements for reinsurance contracts covering, and to certain restrictions regarding, title insurance policies issued in this state. SBi323,iiRelating to the applicability of certain laws governing corporations to limited liability companies. SBi328,iiRelating to notice of a hospital lien. SBi329,iiRelating to the sale, recovery, and recycling of certain television equipment; providing administrative penalties. SBi331,iiRelating to designating certain synthetic cannabinoids as controlled substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act; providing penalties and establishing certain criminal consequences or procedures. SBi342,iiRelating to the power of the office of the attorney general to make certain examinations and inquiries. SBi354,iiRelating to the carrying of concealed handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. SBi362,iiRelating to the presumed abandonment date for stored value cards. SBi371,iiRelating to the eligibility for service retirement annuities of certain elected officials convicted of certain crimes. SBi399,iiRelating to a diesel vehicle emissions inspection and maintenance program and low-income vehicle repair assistance for diesel vehicles. SBi425,iiRelating to property and casualty certificates of insurance and approval of property and casualty certificate of insurance forms by the Texas Department of Insurance; providing penalties. SBi470,iiRelating to an exception to disclosure under the public information law concerning officers and employees of a hospital district. SBi474,iiRelating to a limitation on increases in the appraised value for ad valorem tax purposes of commercial or industrial real property. 5168 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5168

CARONA, JOHNiJ.i — i(Continued) SBi515,iiRelating to required individual health insurance coverage. SBi516,iiRelating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the appraised value of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran. SBi521,iiRelating to the operation of certain managed care plans with respect to health care providers. SBi522,iiRelating to equal parenting orders in suits affecting the parent-child relationship. SBi530,iiRelating to granting limited state law enforcement authority to special agents of the Office of Inspector General of the United States Social Security Administration and to updating certain references related to the grant of that authority to other federal law enforcement personnel. SBi539,iiRelating to the award of costs and attorney s’ fees in certain proceedings concerning mechanic s,’ contractor s,’ or materialman s’ liens. SBi541,iiRelating to the costs associated with proceedings regarding cruelly treated animals. SBi552,iiRelating to the creation of the Energy Efficiency Coordination Council and to statewide energy efficiency; providing penalties. SBi553,iiRelating to the nonrenewal of, and the assessment of premium surcharges against, certain insurance policies. SBi554,iiRelating to contracts between dentists and health maintenance organizations or insurers. SBi591,iiRelating to the office of public insurance counsel s’ authority to initiate a hearing on or object to insurance rates or rate filings. SBi626,iiRelating to lottery winnings, including assignment of winnings, periodic payments of winnings, and the deduction of child support delinquency amounts from winnings paid to a prize winner. SBi690,iiRelating to the enforcement of a self-service storage facility lien; providing a penalty. SBi726,iiRelating to the establishment of the judicial access and improvement account to provide funding for basic civil legal services, indigent defense, and judicial technical support through certain county service fees and court costs imposed to fund the account. SBi734,iiRelating to the registration and regulation of appraisal management companies; providing administrative penalties. SBi735,iiRelating to prohibition of certain extra hazardous coverages by title insurance companies. SBi747,iiRelating to the professions regulated by the Texas Real Estate Commission. SBi748,iiRelating to business entities and associations. SBi762,iiRelating to the transfer of an ad valorem tax lien; providing for the imposition of an administrative penalty. 5169 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5169

CARONA, JOHNiJ.i — i(Continued) SBi773,iiRelating to telecommunications service discounts for educational institutions, libraries, hospitals, and telemedicine centers. SBi781,iiRelating to the repeal of certain legislative oversight committees and certain rulemaking authority of the Department of Information Resources. SBi782,iiRelating to uniform law on secured transactions. SBi823,iiRelating to required instruction regarding mental illness and substance abuse for certain judges and attorneys. SBi886,iiRelating to the execution docket and other records of certain court clerks. SBi887,iiRelating to the penalty for theft of an automated teller machine or the contents or components of an automated teller machine. SBi888,iiRelating to the authority of a regional transportation authority to create a local government corporation. SBi889,iiRelating to assignment of rents to holders of certain security interests in real property. SBi890,iiRelating to certain promotional activities for certain alcoholic beverage permit holders. SBi891,iiRelating to certain investments in certain Texas businesses by insurance companies and related organizations. SBi892,iiRelating to the approval of designs, plans, and specifications of industrialized housing and buildings. SBi898,iiRelating to energy efficiency programs in institutions of higher education and certain governmental entities. SBi924,iiRelating to the duties of certain utilities regarding energy efficiency reports and emergency notification systems. SBi943,iiRelating to the classification, use, and regulation of electric energy storage equipment or facilities. SBi979,iiRelating to energy efficiency market emission reduction credit programs established by emission reduction credit organizations. SBi980,iiRelating to communications services and markets. SBi981,iiRelating to the regulation of distributed renewable generation of electricity. SBi982,iiRelating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas in relation to extended service areas and toll-free local calling areas. SBi983,iiRelating to the elimination of certain requirements for certain customer-specific communications contracts. SBi984,iiRelating to the elimination of certain tariff filing requirements for telecommunications providers. SBi985,iiRelating to the regulation of Voice over Internet Protocol service. SBi986,iiRelating to deregulation of certain telecommunications markets and companies. 5170 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5170

CARONA, JOHNiJ.i — i(Continued) SBi990,iiRelating to regulation of high occupancy vehicle lanes operated, managed, or maintained by a regional transportation authority; providing penalties. SBi991,iiRelating to the administration of the Texas Enterprise Fund and the Texas emerging technology fund and of awards from those funds. SBi1000,iiRelating to self-directed and semi-independent status of the Texas Real Estate Commission; making an appropriation. SBi1001,iiRelating to the practice of certain professions regulated under the Occupations Code and the payment and reimbursement of certain professionals. SBi1008,iiRelating to the composition of the Finance Commission of Texas. SBi1030,iiRelating to notice by sign requirement for sexually oriented businesses. SBi1031,iiRelating to design, construction, renovation, and energy efficiency standards for buildings. SBi1037,iiRelating to the imposition of a tax on the gross receipts from admissions fees charged by sexually oriented businesses. SBi1055,iiRelating to reports concerning and the reporting of the use of certain funds by community supervision and corrections departments and to the preparation of commitment reduction plans by those departments. SBi1056,iiRelating to regulation of the practice of therapeutic optometry. SBi1085,iiRelating to the fees collected by district court clerks on the filing of certain civil actions or proceedings to fund basic civil legal services. SBi1087,iiRelating to state-issued certificates of franchise authority to provide cable service and video service. SBi1103,iiRelating to the venue for prosecution of certain theft offenses. SBi1123,iiRelating to the regulation of inspectors qualified to perform windstorm inspections and to persons acting as those inspectors. SBi1124,iiRelating to licensing and regulation of certain persons involved in residential mortgage lending pursuant to the Texas Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2009; providing penalties. SBi1125,iiRelating to energy efficiency goals and programs, public information regarding energy efficiency programs, and the participation of loads in certain energy markets. SBi1165,iiRelating to certain enforcement powers of the banking commissioner; providing administrative penalties. SBi1166,iiRelating to prepaid funeral benefits contracts and the prepaid funeral contract guaranty fund. SBi1167,iiRelating to cemeteries and perpetual care cemetery corporations; providing a penalty. SBi1168,iiRelating to the repeal of the certification process for personnel service owners and the regulation of personnel services. 5171 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5171

CARONA, JOHNiJ.i — i(Continued) SBi1169,iiRelating to the regulation of providers, administrators, and sellers of service contracts and identity recovery service contracts; providing penalties. SBi1170,iiRelating to the regulation of barbers and cosmetologists. SBi1171,iiRelating to practices and professions regulated by the Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board. SBi1213,iiRelating to consumer protections in the purchase of life settlement contracts; imposing penalties. SBi1219,iiRelating to the Internet website operated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas to provide information regarding a customer s’ power to choose retail electric providers. SBi1238,iiRelating to communications by public service providers during a disaster or an emergency. SBi1244,iiRelating to the licensing and regulation of air conditioning and refrigeration contractors and contracting companies; providing penalties. SBi1254,iiRelating to the creation of the offense of employing an individual not lawfully present in the United States. SBi1319,iiRelating to certain loans secured by a lien on residential real property and to other transactions involving residential real property; providing civil penalties. SBi1320,iiRelating to the execution of written instruments relating to residential real estate transactions and deeds conveying residential real estate in connection with certain transactions involving residential real estate; providing a civil penalty. SBi1340,iiRelating to the creation of the Energy Efficiency Council and to statewide energy efficiency; providing penalties. SBi1353,iiRelating to certain claims against persons licensed as real estate brokers and salespersons. SBi1354,iiRelating to the regulation of off-premise signs in the unincorporated area of a county. SBi1371,iiRelating to the regulation of the towing, booting, and storage of vehicles. SBi1372,iiRelating to the renewal of electrical sign apprentice licenses. SBi1373,iiRelating to the regulation of manufactured housing. SBi1374,iiRelating to the regulation of weather modification operations. SBi1381,iiRelating to the requirement that certain mammography reports contain information regarding supplemental breast cancer screening. SBi1431,iiRelating to the functions of insurance holding company systems. SBi1432,iiRelating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and to the resolution of certain disputes concerning claims made to that association. SBi1433,iiRelating to insurer receivership. SBi1434,iiRelating to certain low-income weatherization programs. 5172 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5172

CARONA, JOHNiJ.i — i(Continued) SBi1455,iiRelating to the protection of trade secrets. SBi1456,iiRelating to the reasonable relation of qualified transactions to particular jurisdictions. SBi1509,iiRelating to license renewals by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. SBi1524,iiRelating to the payment and distribution of consumer assistance funds in an action by the attorney general. SBi1557,iiRelating to the Texas High Performance Schools Consortium. SBi1558,iiRelating to change order approval requirements for certain political subdivisions of the state. SBi1559,iiRelating to requirements for certain arrangements or agreements of certain regional transportation authorities. SBi1598,iiRelating to the inspection of portable fire extinguishers. SBi1599,iiRelating to the requirements for an insurance adjuster license. SBi1607,iiRelating to the duties and responsibilities of certain county officials and the functions of county government. SBi1608,iiRelating to operating a motor vehicle without a driver s’ license or financial responsibility; creating a penalty. SBi1609,iiRelating to fees charged for the management and preservation of the county clerk s’ records. SBi1693,iiRelating to periodic rate adjustments by electric utilities. SBi1810,iiRelating to the exemption of certain retirement accounts from access by creditors. SBi1843,iiRelating to investigations of certain offenses involving the Internet-based sexual exploitation of a minor; creating the Internet crimes against children account to support those activities. SJRi7,iiProposing 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. SJRi12,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. SJRi17,iiProposing a constitutional amendment to restrict the power of the legislature to mandate requirements upon certain local governments. SJRi20,iiProposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to limit the maximum appraised value of commercial or industrial real property for ad valorem tax purposes to 110 percent or more of the appraised value of the property for the preceding tax year. SJRi21,iiProposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran in an amount equal to the amount of the residence homestead exemption to which the disabled veteran was entitled. 5173 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5173

CARONA, JOHNiJ.i — i(Continued) SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi31,iiAuthorizing the State Preservation Board to approve and permit the construction of a monument on the Capitol grounds to honor those Texan service members who fought and died in the Battle of the Bulge during World War II. SCRi36,iiUrging the members of the Texas congressional delegation to provide to the legislature a cost analysis of the exact funding necessary for full enforcement of all immigration laws in Texas and to immediately report back to the legislature as to the status of that funding and directing the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house to send a delegation of members from both chambers to meet with members of Congress and members of the executive branch to discuss the border security crisis. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi263,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Orange and Maroon Legislative Day. SRi299,iiCelebrating Texas Farm Bureau Day at the State Capitol. SRi325,iiPaying tribute to Barbara Jordan in honor of the 75th anniversary of her birth. SRi355,iiRecognizing Ebby Halliday of Dallas on the occasion of her 100th birthday. SRi407,iiRecognizing March 1, 2011, as City of Dallas Day at the State Capitol. SRi425,iiRecognizing March 9, 2011, as Richardson Telecom Corridor Legislative Day. SRi426,iiRecognizing February 24, 2011, as Responsible Pet Owners Alliance Lobby Day at the Capitol. SRi551,iiRecognizing the 150th anniversary of the unification of the Republic of Italy. SRi725,iiRecognizing April 12, 2011, as Realtor Appreciation Day at the State Capitol. SRi741,iiIn memory of Margaret Moore Solomon of Dallas. SRi845,iiIn memory of the life of J.D. Tippit. SRi938,iiCongratulating the Lumbermen s’ Association of Texas on the occasion of its 125th anniversary. SRi957,iiRecognizing Darrren Lathen for his service to the Garland City Council. SRi958,iiRecognizing Barbara Chick for her service to the Garland City Council. SRi959,iiRecognizing Christina Yampanis of Dallas for her service to her community. SRi996,iiIn memory of Ashley Therese Perret Harrison of Dallas. SRi1135,iiCelebrating May 30, 2011, as Carry the Load Day. SRi1136,iiRecognizing Gary Slagel for his service to the City of Richardson. SRi1137,iiRecognizing John Murphy for his service to the City of Richardson. 5174 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5174

CARONA, JOHNiJ.i — i(Continued) SRi1138,iiRecognizing Bob Macy for his service to the City of Richardson. SRi1201,iiRecognizing Eddie Wayne Crawford on the occasion of his retirement from the Dallas Police Department. SRi1206,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1087.

DAVIS, WENDY SBi12,iiRelating to the flexibility of the board of trustees of a school district in the management and operation of public schools in the district. SBi17,iiRelating to the regulation of residential mortgage loan servicers; providing an administrative penalty. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi27,iiRelating to policies of school districts and open-enrollment charter schools for the care of certain students at risk for anaphylaxis. SBi34,iiRelating to the establishment and operation of the Texas Women Veterans Program. SBi38,iiRelating to the inclusion of private postsecondary educational institutions and private career schools and colleges in the higher education accountability system of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. SBi63,iiRelating to the creation of the individual development account program to provide savings incentives and opportunities for certain foster children to pursue home ownership, postsecondary education, and business development. SBi69,iiRelating to reconstituting the system benefit fund as a trust fund and to uses of the fund. SBi90,iiRelating to the financing of school district facilities and tax relief for facilities debt. SBi95,iiRelating to the use by insurers of certain standard insurance policy forms for residential property insurance. SBi102,iiRelating to allocation of certain money in the Texas emissions reduction plan fund to air quality monitoring activities. SBi103,iiRelating to the installation, maintenance, operation, and relocation of wastewater pipeline facilities. SBi104,iiRelating to restrictions on the release into the air of natural gas and associated vapors from a gas well. SBi105,iiRelating to a restriction on the formation into which certain commercial disposal wells permitted by the Railroad Commission of Texas may inject oil and gas waste. SBi106,iiRelating to condemnation of municipal property for, and municipal regulation of, pipeline operations. 5175 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5175

DAVIS, WENDYi — i(Continued) SBi107,iiRelating to the detection and repair of natural gas pipeline leakages. SBi108,iiRelating to a customer s’ right to choose a retail electric provider in the deregulated electric market. SBi109,iiRelating to benefits and protections for residential electric customers. SBi110,iiRelating to ethics and accountability of certain public employees, public officers, political contributors, state contractors, and grant recipients; providing penalties. SBi111,iiRelating to regulation of property and casualty insurance rates. SBi112,iiRelating to public school finance and certain limitations on the ad valorem tax rate of a school district. SBi113,iiRelating to the effect of a delay by the State Board for Educator Certification in renewing an educator s’ certification. SBi114,iiRelating to the expansion of the financial literacy pilot program in public schools. SBi116,iiRelating to protective orders against dating violence. SBi141,iiRelating to debt management services and the regulation of debt management services providers. SBi142,iiRelating to real property that is subject to restrictive covenants, including the operation of property owners ’associations of subdivisions that are subject to restrictive covenants, and to certain foreclosure actions. SBi161,iiRelating to highway funding formulas of and project selection by the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi169,iiRelating to coverage for autism spectrum disorder under certain health benefit plans offered to state employees. SBi201,iiRelating to the calculation of ad valorem taxes on the residence homestead of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran for the tax year in which the veteran qualifies or ceases to qualify for an exemption from taxation of the homestead. SBi205,iiRelating to school district policies to prohibit bullying, cyberbullying, harassment, and intimidation. SBi242,iiRelating to bullying, including cyberbullying, in public schools. SBi245,iiRelating to bullying, including cyberbullying, in public schools. SBi253,iiRelating to the regulation of activities with respect to certain extensions of consumer credit. SBi254,iiRelating to the extension of consumer credit to certain members of the Texas National Guard and armed forces of the United States and their dependents; providing a penalty. SBi268,iiRelating to the distribution, possession, purchase, consumption, receipt, and taxation of tobacco products; providing penalties. SBi276,iiRelating to a rescission period for annuity contracts. 5176 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5176

DAVIS, WENDYi — i(Continued) SBi277,iiRelating to the preparation of case records of children discharged from foster care. SBi278,iiRelating to the personal needs allowance for certain Medicaid recipients who are residents of long-term care facilities. SBi279,iiRelating to inclusion of pets and other companion animals in protective orders; providing a penalty. SBi280,iiRelating to unlawful employment practices regarding discrimination in payment of compensation. SBi288,iiRelating to authorizing the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas to operate one or more southbound vehicle checkpoints near the international border of this state for the purpose of preventing certain criminal offenses. SBi290,iiRelating to including a personal financial literacy component in public school mathematics instruction. SBi327,iiRelating to including certain veterans service organizations as small businesses for the purpose of state contracting. SBi329,iiRelating to the sale, recovery, and recycling of certain television equipment; providing administrative penalties. SBi331,iiRelating to designating certain synthetic cannabinoids as controlled substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act; providing penalties and establishing certain criminal consequences or procedures. SBi332,iiRelating to the ownership of groundwater below the surface of land, the right to produce that groundwater, and the management of groundwater in this state. SBi343,iiRelating to the administrative fee charged for the collection of an unpaid toll. SBi355,iiRelating to the elimination of smoking in certain workplaces and public places; providing penalties. SBi357,iiRelating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran or the principal residence of the surviving minor children of such a disabled veteran. SBi364,iiRelating to statistical information on the prosecution of certain offenses relating to the operating of a motor vehicle while intoxicated. SBi371,iiRelating to the eligibility for service retirement annuities of certain elected officials convicted of certain crimes. SBi440,iiRelating to health benefit plan coverage for autism spectrum disorder under certain health benefit plans. SBi441,iiRelating to coverage for autism spectrum disorder under certain health benefit plans. SBi469,iiRelating to the collection of unpaid tolls by a regional tollway authority. SBi504,iiRelating to discounted utility rates for school districts. 5177 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5177

DAVIS, WENDYi — i(Continued) SBi513,iiRelating 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. SBi531,iiRelating to the authority of the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas and certain local law enforcement agencies to establish a checkpoint on a highway or street to determine whether persons are driving while intoxicated. SBi532,iiRelating to a study by the Department of Family and Protective Services regarding establishing a system to identify children born to certain parents. SBi533,iiRelating to the minimum standards for the certifications of sexual assault training programs and sexual assault nurse examiners and for certification renewal by those entities. SBi534,iiRelating to the designation of State Highway 121 in Tarrant and Johnson Counties as the Chisholm Trail Parkway. SBi535,iiRelating to the persons who may be prosecuted for improper relationship between educator and student. SBi536,iiRelating to the use of certain discipline management practices or behavior management techniques by peace officers employed or commissioned by school districts. SBi537,iiRelating to the consequences of an arrest for or conviction of certain intoxication offenses. SBi548,iiRelating to the environmental review process for transportation projects. SBi556,iiRelating to a highway maintenance fee imposed in connection with the operation of overweight vehicles or vehicle combinations. SBi586,iiRelating to proof that is acceptable for identifying individuals acknowledging written instruments. SBi627,iiRelating to the participation by certain taxing units in tax increment financing and the payment of tax increments into the tax increment fund for a reinvestment zone. SBi639,iiRelating to tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for certain military personnel, veterans, and dependents residing in this state. SBi715,iiRelating to access to a child s’ medical records by the child s’ attorney ad litem, guardian ad litem, or amicus attorney. SBi745,iiRelating to the regulation of saltwater pipelines by the Railroad Commission of Texas. SBi746,iiRelating to membership of the state continuing advisory committee for special education services. SBi763,iiRelating to the designation of certain areas as banking development districts to encourage the establishment of financial institution branches in those areas. SBi769,iiRelating to the penalty for certain intoxication assaults. SBi770,iiRelating to designating April as Water Safety Awareness Month. 5178 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5178

DAVIS, WENDYi — i(Continued) SBi771,iiRelating to swimming pool safety alarms for certain single-family homes; providing a civil penalty. SBi772,iiRelating to the use of a tracer substance in performing a hydraulic fracturing treatment operation. SBi774,iiRelating to exemptions for disabled peace officers from the payment of tuition and fees at public institutions of higher education. SBi814,iiRelating to the deposit and use of certain revenue received by the Texas Department of Transportation and metropolitan planning organizations from certain transportation projects or systems. SBi876,iiRelating to the fee for a personal identification certificate for a homeless individual. SBi912,iiRelating to temporary modification under certain circumstances of procedures authorized for the nonrenewal of public school teacher term contracts. SBi945,iiRelating to authorizing a lower-division institution of higher education to award an associate degree to a student enrolled in a four-year public institution of higher education who previously attended the lower-division institution. SBi948,iiRelating to the requirement that electric utilities offer a standard retail service package on a standard form with standard terms to a customer. SBi950,iiRelating to retail electric provider customer choice information. SBi951,iiRelating to the registration and compulsory inspection of certain street rods and custom vehicles. SBi952,iiRelating to the use of electronic means for the delivery of ad valorem tax bills to certain property owners and agents. SBi975,iiRelating to the operation of dropout recovery programs by certain public junior colleges in partnership with school districts. SBi1013,iiRelating to the contents of the sex offender registration form and to information included in the sex offender database maintained by the Department of Public Safety. SBi1014,iiRelating to the discharge of a prisoner from a county jail. SBi1015,iiRelating to reporting on the operation and status of veterans homes operated in this state. SBi1016,iiRelating to the use of a checklist during the investigation of abuse or neglect at nursing homes and related institutions. SBi1017,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi1018,iiRelating to state actions necessary to maximize federal funding for certain transportation projects and activities in this state. SBi1049,iiRelating to the disclosure of information regarding hydraulic fracturing treatment operations. 5179 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5179

DAVIS, WENDYi — i(Continued) SBi1062,iiRelating to premium refunds for insurance rates found to be excessive or unfairly discriminatory; providing an administrative penalty. SBi1063,iiRelating to the election and qualifications of the commissioner of insurance. SBi1064,iiRelating to the collection and use of certain information by certain insurers; providing administrative penalties. SBi1107,iiRelating to the vaccination against bacterial meningitis of entering students at public and private or independent institutions of higher education. SBi1108,iiRelating to requiring computer technicians to report images of child pornography; providing a criminal penalty. SBi1175,iiRelating to the Texas Enterprise Fund and the Texas emerging technology fund. SBi1219,iiRelating to the Internet website operated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas to provide information regarding a customer s’ power to choose retail electric providers. SBi1293,iiRelating to the amounts of administrative, civil, and criminal penalties for violations relating to certain pipelines. SBi1294,iiRelating to the imposition of administrative penalties by the Railroad Commission of Texas. SBi1344,iiRelating to the dedication of certain unclaimed state lottery prize money to support education. SBi1345,iiRelating to the crediting of appropriated funds from the collection of taxes imposed on the sale of sporting goods. SBi1346,iiRelating to the deposit of fees for oversize and overweight vehicle permits in the state highway fund. SBi1365,iiRelating to the distribution of money appropriated from the national research university fund. SBi1392,iiRelating to authorizing counties and municipalities to regulate land development; providing a penalty. SBi1505,iiRelating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of a real property interest in oil or gas in place. SBi1561,iiRelating to state agency purchasing. SBi1621,iiRelating to establishing veterans resource centers at certain institutions of higher education. SBi1633,iiRelating to the adoption of rules by the Railroad Commission of Texas regulating the exploration for and production of natural gas in the unincorporated areas of certain counties. SBi1634,iiRelating to the sealing of the records of juveniles who are the victims of human trafficking and have been adjudicated to have engaged in certain delinquent conduct. SBi1635,iiRelating to contributions to the fund for veterans ’assistance. 5180 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5180

DAVIS, WENDYi — i(Continued) SBi1636,iiRelating to the collection, analysis, and preservation of sexual assault or DNA evidence. SBi1637,iiRelating to assisting foster children in obtaining and understanding the child s’ credit report. SBi1638,iiRelating to the exception of certain personal information from required disclosure under the public information law. SBi1639,iiRelating to certain exceptions and permits granted by the Railroad Commission. SBi1640,iiRelating to payment by the Benbrook Water Authority for certain damages caused by the authority s’ operation of a sanitary sewer system. SBi1641,iiRelating to the location for conducting certain hearings of the Railroad Commission of Texas. SBi1642,iiRelating to transferring primary authority for the adoption of the public school curriculum and textbooks from the State Board of Education to the commissioner of education. SBi1649,iiRelating to a grant program to support the prosecution of certain crimes. SBi1736,iiRelating to the establishment of the College Credit for Heroes program. SBi1739,iiRelating to the use of the fund for veterans ’assistance. SBi1796,iiRelating to the creation of the Texas Coordinating Council for Veterans Services. SBi1798,iiRelating to retailers engaged in business in this state for purposes of sales and use taxes. SBi1812,iiRelating to criminal history record information of certain applicants for a certificate of registration issued by the Texas Real Estate Commission. SBi1836,iiRelating to revision of open-enrollment charter school charters to add charter schools under certain circumstances. SBi1843,iiRelating to investigations of certain offenses involving the Internet-based sexual exploitation of a minor; creating the Internet crimes against children account to support those activities. SBi1862,iiRelating to certain extensions of credit to consumers. SBi1863,iiRelating to authorizing certain brewers and manufacturers to conduct tours of their premises after which beer or ale is provided to ultimate consumers for off-premises consumption. SBi1864,iiRelating to the awarding of contracts by the Texas Department of Transportation to private sector providers. SBi1865,iiRelating to contract award considerations by certain conservation and reclamation districts. SBi1866,iiRelating to the selection of providers of professional services by governmental entities. 5181 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5181

DAVIS, WENDYi — i(Continued) SBi1868,iiRelating to an allotment under the public school finance system for dropout prevention. SBi1869,iiRelating to the creation, fines, and funding of the Railroad Commission of Texas operating account. SBi1870,iiRelating to the regulation of mineral interest pooling by the Railroad Commission of Texas. SBi1871,iiRelating to a contracted services program for certain students with a severe pervasive developmental disorder or a severe intellectual disability. SBi1872,iiRelating to revising, revoking, or denying renewal of charters of open-enrollment charter schools under certain circumstances. SBi1873,iiRelating to the creation and funding of the well inspection fund. SJRi13,iiProposing a constitutional amendment requiring certain revenue collected by a public entity from the use of a tolled highway project in this state to be used only for roadways. SJRi14,iiProposing 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 100 percent or totally disabled veteran. SJRi38,iiProposing a constitutional amendment limiting the uses of revenue from motor vehicle registration fees, taxes on motor fuels and lubricants, and certain revenue received from the federal government. SJRi40,iiProposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a county to regulate land development if approved by a majority vote in a countywide election. SCRi10,iiDesignating February 21 through 27 of each year from 2011 through 2020 as Barbara Jordan Freedom Week. SCRi16,iiDesignating the month of March each year from 2011 through 2020 as Women Veterans Month in tribute to the immeasurable contributions that women in the military have made to this nation. SCRi36,iiUrging the members of the Texas congressional delegation to provide to the legislature a cost analysis of the exact funding necessary for full enforcement of all immigration laws in Texas and to immediately report back to the legislature as to the status of that funding and directing the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house to send a delegation of members from both chambers to meet with members of Congress and members of the executive branch to discuss the border security crisis. SCRi37,iiDesignating August 7 as Purple Heart Day for a 10-year period beginning in 2011. SRi10,iiRecognizing the Texas Christian University Horned Frogs football team on the occasion of its victory in the Rose Bowl. SRi11,iiIn memory of Jillian Smith of Arlington. SRi13,iiRecognizing Bradford S. Wheeler for his contributions to this country. SRi14,iiRecognizing Carrie A. Pyle Wheeler for her accomplishments in the field of education. 5182 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5182

DAVIS, WENDYi — i(Continued) SRi20,iiRecognizing Gayle S. Ayers for her contributions to the field of commercial real estate. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi48,iiCongratulating the Texas Rangers on winning the American League Championship and advancing to the World Series. SRi49,iiCommending Master Sergeant Richard Ruffert on his service to our nation. SRi80,iiRecognizing James Cash, Jr., for his career as a leader in academia and business. SRi81,iiCelebrating January 26, 2011, as Arlington to Austin Day. SRi180,iiRecognizing Ryan Place Addition of Fort Worth on the occasion of the neighborhood s’ 100th anniversary. SRi188,iiRecognizing The University of Texas at Arlington on the occasion of the dedication of the new Engineering Research Building. SRi189,iiCelebrating February 8, 2011, as Mansfield Day at the State Capitol. SRi223,iiCongratulating Sarah Fullenwider on being named city attorney for the City of Fort Worth. SRi284,iiRecognizing David Yett on the occasion of his retirement as city attorney for the City of Fort Worth. SRi285,iiRecognizing Phillip Baker for being selected for a Liberty Mutual Firemark Award by Liberty Mutual Insurance. SRi300,iiCelebrating Tarrant County Days at the State Capitol on March 2 and 3, 2011. SRi303,iiRecognizing Gary Fischer on the occasion of his retirement from the Keller Police Department. SRi304,iiWelcoming Nigerian writer Chike Momah to the State Capitol and recognizing him for his literary achievements. SRi325,iiPaying tribute to Barbara Jordan in honor of the 75th anniversary of her birth. SRi337,iiIn memory of the life of Nikolas Coltan Evans. SRi392,iiIn memory of Tom Vandergriff of Arlington. SRi414,iiWelcoming the Texas Christian University Student Government Association to the State Capitol. SRi419,iiRecognizing the Texas Christian University rifle team on winning the 2010 National Collegiate Athletic Association national title. SRi420,iiCongratulating the Texas Christian University baseball team on its outstanding 2010 season. SRi436,iiCongratulating Williams-Pyro, Incorporated, on being named the winner of the United States Small Business Administration s’ Tibbetts Award. SRi465,iiRecognizing Kids Who Care, Incorporated, on the occasion of its visit to the State Capitol on March 16, 2011. 5183 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5183

DAVIS, WENDYi — i(Continued) SRi466,iiRecognizing the members of the Leadership Fort Worth Class of 2011 on the occasion of their visit to Austin and the State Capitol. SRi496,iiRecognizing Ron Tyler on the occasion of his retirement as director of the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. SRi497,iiCongratulating Jung-Chih Chiao on receiving the 2011 Edith and Peter O Donnell’ Award in Engineering from The Academy of Medicine, Engineering and Science of Texas. SRi553,iiIn memory of Barrett Martin Havran. SRi576,iiCelebrating March 29, 2011, as Burleson Chamber Day at the Capitol. SRi635,iiCongratulating Victoria and Bernie Scheffler on the birth of their son, Roman Victor Alan Scheffler. SRi649,iiRecognizing March 29, 2011, as Vietnam Veterans Day at the State Capitol. SRi656,iiRecognizing April 2, 2011, as World Autism Awareness Day at the State Capitol. SRi694,iiRecognizing April 2011, as Scottish Heritage Month and celebrating National Tartan Day on April 6. SRi799,iiIn memory of Nicolis Terrel Williams of Sugar Land. SRi800,iiCongratulating Patrick M. Walker for receiving the Barbara Jordan Media Award for print news. SRi810,iiIn memory of Jean Moffett Dendy. SRi811,iiRecognizing Allyson L. Sekerke on the occasion of her high school graduation. SRi812,iiRecognizing Thomasene Sweeney Norton of Itasca for her service to her community. SRi816,iiRecognizing April 24, 2011, as Texas Meningitis Awareness Day at the State Capitol. SRi892,iiCommending the Fort Worth Metropolitan Black Chamber of Commerce and its PATHS Forward leadership development program. SRi992,iiRecognizing the Commercial Real Estate Women Network for its advocacy on behalf of professional women in Fort Worth. SRi1005,iiRecognizing the South Hemphill Heights Neighborhood Association on the occasion of its 22nd anniversary. SRi1125,iiRecognizing John F. Carter for his entrepreneurial success. SRi1172,iiRecognizing Fred Chase, Sr., for his military service and his career. SRi1178,iiIn memory of Cornell Dupree, Jr., of Fort Worth. SRi1233,iiRecognizing John "Jason" Bonds on the occasion of his graduation from the United States Military Academy at West Point. SRi1234,iiRecognizing Tine´Valencic for winning the 2011 National Geographic Bee. SRi1235,iiRecognizing Gregory S. Smith for his service to his community. SRi1236,iiRecognizing Fort Worth Commercial Real Estate Women, Incorporated. 5184 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5184

DAVIS, WENDYi — i(Continued) SRi1237,iiRecognizing Fred M. Willoughby and Terri Elizabeth Watson Willoughby for their service to their community. SRi1239,iiRecognizing Melody Johnson on the occasion of her retirement as superintendent of the Fort Worth Independent School District.

DEUELL, BOB SBi1,iiGeneral Appropriations Bill. SBi9,iiRelating to homeland security; providing penalties. SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi26,iiRelating to the use of person first respectful language in reference to individuals with disabilities. SBi34,iiRelating to the establishment and operation of the Texas Women Veterans Program. SBi115,iiRelating to limiting the liability of space flight entities. SBi178,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi233,iiRelating to the creation of the Rowlett Pecan Grove Management District; providing authority to impose a tax, levy an assessment, and issue bonds. SBi234,iiRelating to the creation of the Rowlett Downtown Management District; providing authority to impose a tax, levy an assessment, and issue bonds. SBi235,iiRelating to the creation of the Rowlett Waterfront Entertainment Management District; providing authority to impose a tax, levy an assessment, and issue bonds. SBi236,iiRelating to the creation of the Hunt County Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain. SBi237,iiRelating to the regulation of raw milk and raw milk products. SBi262,iiRelating to health benefit plan coverage for orally administered anticancer medications. SBi321,iiRelating to an employee ’s transportation and storage of certain firearms or ammunition while on certain property owned or controlled by the employee s’ employer. SBi354,iiRelating to the carrying of concealed handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. 5185 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5185

DEUELL, BOBi — i(Continued) SBi357,iiRelating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran or the principal residence of the surviving minor children of such a disabled veteran. SBi396,iiRelating to the state fire marshal s’ investigation of the death of a firefighter who dies in the line of duty or in connection with an on-duty incident. SBi416,iiRelating to the amount of outstanding total liability of a mortgage guaranty insurer. SBi420,iiRelating to determining eligibility for indigent health care. SBi471,iiRelating to public school, child-placing agency, and day-care center policies addressing sexual abuse and other maltreatment of children. SBi506,iiRelating to consumption advisories for mercury contamination in fish, crustaceans, molluscan shellfish, and other aquatic and terrestrial animals. SBi507,iiRelating to the confidentiality of newborn screening information. SBi513,iiRelating 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. SBi521,iiRelating to the operation of certain managed care plans with respect to health care providers. SBi525,iiRelating to the protection of water quality in certain bodies of water. SBi546,iiRelating to the dispensing of certain drugs by physicians. SBi547,iiRelating to provision by a health benefit plan of prescription drug coverage specified by formulary and to notice to an enrollee of a modification in a small or large employer health benefit plan. SBi614,iiRelating to the creation of the State Supported Living Center Realignment Commission and the residential placement of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. SBi726,iiRelating to the establishment of the judicial access and improvement account to provide funding for basic civil legal services, indigent defense, and judicial technical support through certain county service fees and court costs imposed to fund the account. SBi757,iiRelating to certain defenses to prosecution for the offense of sale, distribution, or display of harmful material to a minor. SBi758,iiRelating to sales and use tax information provided to certain local governmental entities. SBi766,iiRelating to the liability of a sport shooting range and the regulation of firearms, ammunition, firearm supplies, and sport shooting ranges. SBi773,iiRelating to telecommunications service discounts for educational institutions, libraries, hospitals, and telemedicine centers. SBi834,iiRelating to the update of discounted telecommunication services provided to educational institutions, libraries, hospitals, and health centers. 5186 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5186

DEUELL, BOBi — i(Continued) SBi835,iiRelating to prevention, treatment, and management of concussions affecting public and private school students participating in interscholastic athletics. SBi856,iiRelating to consent to certain medical treatments by a surrogate decision-maker on behalf of certain inmates. SBi866,iiRelating to the education of public school students with dyslexia, the education and training of educators who teach students with dyslexia, and the assessment of students with dyslexia attending an institution of higher education. SBi867,iiRelating to testing accommodations for a person with dyslexia taking a licensing examination administered by a state agency. SBi905,iiRelating to the application of certain concealed handgun license laws to statewide elected officials, certain current and former members of the legislature, and certain federal and state employees. SBi920,iiRelating to the composition of the Finance Commission of Texas. SBi921,iiRelating to regulation of traffic in a conservation and reclamation district by a commissioners court. SBi922,iiRelating to the designation of a segment of State Highway 243 in Van Zandt County as the Veterans Memorial Parkway. SBi923,iiRelating to creating a branch winery permit. SBi1097,iiRelating to single certification in incorporated or annexed areas served by water or sewer utilities. SBi1172,iiRelating to automated sales and use tax remittances by retailers. SBi1173,iiRelating to lender notice of default to contractors regarding a construction loan or financing agreement for an improvement to real property and related procedures for suspending contractors ’performance. SBi1174,iiRelating to provision of workers ’compensation medical benefits to a peace officer or firefighter injured in the line of duty; providing an administrative violation. SBi1206,iiRelating to medical care and public health services provided by a health care professional in a licensed freestanding emergency medical care facility. SBi1207,iiRelating to the designation of a responsible third party. SBi1301,iiRelating to manufacturers ’ inclusion of denatonium benzoate in certain products containing ethylene glycol. SBi1302,iiRelating to the offense of paying or receiving certain forms of compensation for assisting voters who vote early by mail; providing criminal penalties. SBi1332,iiRelating to the waiver and release of a mechanic s,’ contractor s,’ or materialman s’ lien or payment bond claim. SBi1333,iiRelating to a supplemental payment for retirees of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas and the unfunded actuarial liabilities allowed under that system. SBi1334,iiRelating to the dismissal of complaints against property tax professionals. 5187 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5187

DEUELL, BOBi — i(Continued) SBi1335,iiRelating to certification requirements for certain property tax professionals. SBi1353,iiRelating to certain claims against persons licensed as real estate brokers and salespersons. SBi1380,iiRelating to designating October as Disability History and Awareness Month. SBi1512,iiRelating to fees for process server certification. SBi1513,iiRelating to sign regulations applicable to certain signs in an area annexed by the municipality. SBi1514,iiRelating to the creation of municipal courts of record in the city of Mesquite. SBi1515,iiRelating to motor vehicle inspections that employ remote sensing equipment. SBi1516,iiRelating to the collection of artifacts from public waterways. SBi1853,iiRelating to hospital and emergency medical services lien notice requirements. SBi1854,iiRelating to the women s’ health program. SBi1855,iiRelating to the authority of certain foreign insurers to engage in the business of health and accident insurance in this state. SBi1856,iiRelating to the recovery of medical or health care expenses in civil actions. SBi1878,iiRelating to the program of all-inclusive care for the elderly. SBi1886,iiRelating to the Fannin County Juvenile Board. SJRi14,iiProposing 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 100 percent or totally disabled veteran. SJRi23,iiProposing a constitutional amendment increasing the rates of taxes imposed on gasoline and diesel fuel, adjusting those rates annually for inflation, and dedicating certain revenue from those taxes to the design, construction, and maintenance of public roadways. SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi36,iiUrging the members of the Texas congressional delegation to provide to the legislature a cost analysis of the exact funding necessary for full enforcement of all immigration laws in Texas and to immediately report back to the legislature as to the status of that funding and directing the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house to send a delegation of members from both chambers to meet with members of Congress and members of the executive branch to discuss the border security crisis. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. 5188 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5188

DEUELL, BOBi — i(Continued) SRi102,iiCongratulating Celeste Prather-Young on receiving the 2010 Executive Director of the Year Award by Texas Court Appointed Special Advocates. SRi160,iiRecognizing February 1, 2011, as Texas Organization of Residential Care Homes Day in Texas. SRi167,iiRecognizing February 16, 2011, as Dyslexia Awareness Day at the Capitol. SRi170,iiRecognizing February 28, 2011, as Hunt County Day at the State Capitol. SRi171,iiRecognizing February 28, 2011, as Rockwall County Day at the State Capitol. SRi172,iiCelebrating March 23, 2011, as Sunnyvale Day at the Capitol. SRi173,iiCelebrating March 7, 2011, as Kaufman County Day at the State Capitol. SRi174,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Van Zandt County Day at the State Capitol. SRi175,iiCelebrating March 8, 2011, as Fannin County Day at the State Capitol. SRi176,iiRecognizing February 22, 2011, as Rains County Day at the State Capitol. SRi196,iiRecognizing March 10, 2011, as Seagoville Day at the State Capitol. SRi206,iiRecognizing March 1, 2011, as Multiple Sclerosis Day at the State Capitol. SRi248,iiRecognizing March 28, 2011, as Miss Texas Day at the State Capitol. SRi249,iiRecognizing the Terrell Heritage Jubilee Cook-off as a Texas State Barbecue Championship competition. SRi273,iiRecognizing Elease Edwards on the occasion of her 100th birthday. SRi276,iiRecognizing February 16, 2011, as Van Zandt County Day at the State Capitol. SRi282,iiRecognizing February 23, 2011, as Rains County Day at the State Capitol. SRi299,iiCelebrating Texas Farm Bureau Day at the State Capitol. SRi307,iiRecognizing Mildred H. Burnett of Fannin County on the occasion of her 100th birthday. SRi355,iiRecognizing Ebby Halliday of Dallas on the occasion of her 100th birthday. SRi361,iiCelebrating February 28, 2011, as Rowlett Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Day at the State Capitol. SRi388,iiCelebrating March 29, 2011, as Hopkins County Day at the State Capitol. SRi412,iiIn memory of Thomas Randall Snow of Terrell. SRi428,iiRecognizing the City of Fate as the fastest-growing city in the state. SRi451,iiIn memory of Chauncy Ryan Mays. SRi454,iiRecognizing the First State Bank of Ben Wheeler on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. SRi507,iiRecognizing Avanell C. Heard Moore of Ben Wheeler on the occasion of her 100th birthday. SRi533,iiIn memory of Louann Confer of Mabank. 5189 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5189

DEUELL, BOBi — i(Continued) SRi679,iiRecognizing March, 2011, as Brain Injury Awareness Month in Texas. SRi680,iiRecognizing the 70th anniversary of the Lend-Lease Act in Terrell. SRi733,iiRecognizing April 19, 2011, as Balch Springs Day at the State Capitol. SRi809,iiRecognizing the students from Texas A&M University who are participating in policy internship programs in Austin. SRi946,iiRecognizing the Van Independent School District on the occasion of its official Texas Historical Marker dedication.

DUNCAN, ROBERT SBi1,iiGeneral Appropriations Bill. SBi12,iiRelating to the flexibility of the board of trustees of a school district in the management and operation of public schools in the district. SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi178,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi312,iiRelating to the exemption of certain electric cooperatives from certain regulations. SBi326,iiRelating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain tangible personal property stored temporarily at a location in this state. SBi332,iiRelating to the ownership of groundwater below the surface of land, the right to produce that groundwater, and the management of groundwater in this state. SBi361,iiRelating to indemnification provisions in construction contracts. SBi373,iiRelating to the office of county treasurer. SBi398,iiRelating to the board of hospital managers of the Lubbock County Hospital District. SBi422,iiRelating to the authority of a municipality or county to contract with another entity to collect certain assessments levied by the municipality or county. SBi426,iiRelating to the liability of and payment of legal fees for court-appointed trustees of certain facilities. SBi450,iiRelating to the time for bringing an action on a consumer debt. SBi460,iiRelating to regulation of the import, export, and management of mule deer; providing penalties. SBi489,iiRelating to the Texas State Technical College System. SBi514,iiRelating to the acquisition of land and facilities by the Texas State Technical College System. 5190 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5190

DUNCAN, ROBERTi — i(Continued) SBi557,iiRelating to the distribution of money appropriated from the national research university fund. SBi558,iiRelating to the Swisher Memorial Hospital District. SBi559,iiRelating to the Rankin County Hospital District. SBi577,iiRelating to the use of facsimile signatures for certain documents involving certain municipalities. SBi628,iiRelating to the authority of the Childress County Hospital District to provide facilities and services for persons who are elderly or disabled; providing authority to issue bonds and notes. SBi667,iiRelating to the management of groundwater resources in this state and the rights of landowners in groundwater. SBi791,iiRelating to electronic notification of certain state officials and agencies of certain rules and rulemaking filings. SBi792,iiRelating to the duties of the secretary of state. SBi800,iiRelating to the qualifications and operations of workers ’compensation data collection agents. SBi849,iiRelating to certain election practices and procedures. SBi854,iiRelating to notice provided to affected landowners of applications for transmission line certificates of convenience and necessity by electric utilities. SBi855,iiRelating to assistance provided by the Office of Public Utility Counsel to interested parties on certain electricity matters involving certificates of convenience and necessity. SBi859,iiRelating to small and large employer health group cooperatives and to employer contributions to individual health insurance policies. SBi873,iiRelating to rate and damage schedules governing certain easements or other interests in land of The University of Texas System. SBi894,iiRelating to employment of physicians by certain hospitals. SBi912,iiRelating to temporary modification under certain circumstances of procedures authorized for the nonrenewal of public school teacher term contracts. SBi1046,iiRelating to information regarding deceased registered voters. SBi1147,iiRelating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain local laws concerning special districts, including conforming amendments. SBi1258,iiRelating to the disposal of demolition waste from abandoned or nuisance buildings in certain areas. SBi1271,iiRelating to alternative dispute resolution systems established by counties. SBi1299,iiRelating to the nonsubstantive revision of provisions of the Texas Probate Code relating to durable powers of attorney, guardianships, and other related proceedings and alternatives, and the redesignation of certain other provisions of the Texas Probate Code, including conforming amendments and repeals. 5191 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5191

DUNCAN, ROBERTi — i(Continued) SBi1306,iiRelating to the procedures for and appeals of desired future conditions adopted by groundwater management areas. SBi1311,iiRelating to the designation of certain highways as part of the Purple Heart Trail. SBi1355,iiRelating to allowing for countywide polling places as an alternative election system. SBi1410,iiRelating to reporting student enrollment in tech-prep programs and evaluating tech-prep consortia. SBi1414,iiRelating to sexual abuse and child molestation training and examination for employees of certain programs for minors held on campuses of institutions of higher education; providing penalties. SBi1430,iiRelating to the regulation of certain exclusive provider benefit plans. SBi1591,iiRelating to the goal of installing additional capacity for generating landfill gas energy. SBi1619,iiRelating to participation of public high school students in college credit programs. SBi1620,iiRelating to substitution of certain career and technology courses for certain mathematics and science courses otherwise required under the recommended high school program. SBi1661,iiRelating to the regulation of health organizations certified by the Texas Medical Board; imposing an administrative penalty. SBi1664,iiRelating to the powers and duties of and contributions to and benefits from the systems and programs administered by the Employees Retirement System of Texas. SBi1665,iiRelating to the expiration of certain investment authority of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas. SBi1666,iiRelating to the authority of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas to invest in hedge funds. SBi1667,iiRelating to the administration of and benefits payable by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas and to certain domestic relations orders. SBi1668,iiRelating to purchase of service credit in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas. SBi1669,iiRelating to the resumption of service by retirees under the Teacher Retirement System of Texas. SBi1670,iiRelating to the definition of "school year" for purposes of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas. SBi1671,iiRelating to the Teacher Retirement System of Texas. SBi1675,iiRelating to the inclusion in the results of an election of ballots that were mistakenly not counted. SBi1682,iiRelating to the creation of managed assigned counsel programs. SBi1689,iiRelating to the process for refusing to renew an organization report for an operator that fails to plug an inactive oil or gas well. 5192 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5192

DUNCAN, ROBERTi — i(Continued) SBi1714,iiRelating to certain actions against an employer by an employee who is not covered by workers ’compensation insurance. SBi1715,iiRelating to regulation of the management and disposal of certain drinking water treatment residuals through underground injection. SBi1716,iiRelating to voidability of contracts procured through and liability arising from conduct constituting barratry; providing a civil penalty. SBi1717,iiRelating to the operation and administration of the judicial branch of state government. SBi1718,iiRelating to filling vacancies in appellate judicial offices by appointment, partisan elections for all judicial offices, and nonpartisan elections for the retention or rejection for all judicial offices. SBi1720,iiRelating to state fiscal matters; creating an offense. SBi1721,iiRelating to the exemption from the sales and use tax for tangible personal property or a taxable service that is resold or otherwise transferred. SBi1753,iiRelating to the designation of the San Angelo State Supported Living Center as a forensic state supported living center. SBi1811,iiRelating to certain state fiscal matters; providing penalties. SBi1858,iiRelating to public school finance matters, including the imposition of a state ad valorem tax for elementary and secondary school purposes. SBi1900,iiRelating to the ability to exclude certain territory from the Hamlin Hospital District. SJRi45,iiProposing a constitutional amendment for filling vacancies in appellate judicial offices by appointment, for partisan elections for all judicial offices, and for subsequent nonpartisan retention elections for all judicial offices. SJRi51,iiProposing a constitutional amendment imposing a state property tax for public education, authorizing the legislature to establish for purposes of that tax a limit on the maximum appraised value of a residence homestead of 105 percent of the appraised value of the property for the preceding tax year, prohibiting school district property taxes for maintenance purposes, and authorizing school district property taxes for educational enrichment. SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi34,iiCongratulating the City of Lamesa on the occasion of its first Original Chicken-Fried Steak Festival. SCRi42,iiRecognizing Ronnie G. Jung on the occasion of his retirement as executive director of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas. 5193 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5193

DUNCAN, ROBERTi — i(Continued) SCRi55,iiIn memory of the lives of John Clinton Formby and Margaret Clark Formby. SRi34,iiRecognizing January 25, 2011, as Lubbock Day at the State Capitol. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi79,iiAdopting procedures for the Committee of the Whole Senate during its consideration of Senate Bill 14. SRi152,iiRecognizing the Wild Hog Cook-off in Crowell as a Texas State Barbecue Championship competition. SRi153,iiCelebrating February 1, 2011, as Texas Tech University System Day at the Texas Capitol. SRi213,iiRecognizing February 22, 2011, as Rolling Plains Day at the State Capitol. SRi214,iiCongratulating the Idalou High School football team on winning the 2010 UIL Class 2A Division 2 state championship. SRi230,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Kidney Day at the State Capitol. SRi261,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Texas Farm Bureau District 1 Day at the State Capitol. SRi298,iiRecognizing Floyd and Cassie Huckaby from Runnels County on the occasion of their 70th wedding anniversary. SRi325,iiPaying tribute to Barbara Jordan in honor of the 75th anniversary of her birth. SRi343,iiHonoring the West Texas Area Health Education Center Program. SRi378,iiRecognizing Matilda Branham of San Angelo on the occasion of her 90th birthday. SRi379,iiRecognizing April 4, 2011, as Leadership Plainview Day at the State Capitol. SRi480,iiRecognizing Baylor University s’ Bob Bullock Scholars Program and commending this year s’ scholars for their participation. SRi486,iiIn memory of Danny Keith Gunn of Idalou. SRi542,iiIn memory of Elmer Kelton of San Angelo. SRi573,iiRecognizing March 21 through 25, 2011, as Texas Retired Teachers Week. SRi688,iiRecognizing April 7, 2011, as Texas State Technical College Day at the State Capitol. SRi691,iiRecognizing the Paducah High School Dragons boys ’basketball team for winning the University Interscholastic League Class 1A Division II state championship. SRi693,iiRecognizing Randell Keith Resneder, founder and executive director of Disability Awareness Programs of Texas. SRi742,iiRecognizing the Texas Tech University School of Law moot court team for winning the 61st Annual National Moot Court Competition championship. SRi743,iiRecognizing the Ozark Trail Barbecue Cook-off as a Texas State Barbecue Championship competition. 5194 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5194

DUNCAN, ROBERTi — i(Continued) SRi850,iiIn memory of Jimmy Dean. SRi851,iiCelebrating May 1, 2011, as Lubbock Law Day. SRi1060,iiRecognizing Patrick J. Hanford on the occasion of his installation as president of the Texas Osteopathic Medical Association. SRi1260,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1811.

ELLIS, RODNEY SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi34,iiRelating to the establishment and operation of the Texas Women Veterans Program. SBi121,iiRelating to photograph and live lineup identification procedures in criminal cases. SBi122,iiRelating to postconviction forensic DNA analysis. SBi123,iiRelating to the electronic recording and admissibility of certain custodial interrogations. SBi170,iiRelating to the reorganization of powers and duties among agencies in this state that provide representation to indigent defendants in criminal cases and to the reorganization of funding sources for indigent defense. SBi210,iiRelating to the designation of certain election days as state holidays. SBi211,iiRelating to the registration of voters at a polling place during early voting by personal appearance and related procedures. SBi212,iiRelating to prohibited deceptive or disenfranchising practices regarding an election; providing criminal penalties. SBi213,iiRelating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. SBi214,iiRelating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter. SBi215,iiRelating to the date on which certain voters may be removed from a county s’ voter registration list and related requirements. SBi216,iiRelating to procedures related to the placement of a voter on the suspense list. SBi241,iiRelating to HIV and AIDS tests and to health benefit plan coverage of HIV and AIDS tests. SBi247,iiRelating to the authority of the Texas Holocaust and Genocide Commission to participate in the establishment and operation of an affiliated nonprofit organization and provide grants. SBi355,iiRelating to the elimination of smoking in certain workplaces and public places; providing penalties. 5195 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5195

ELLIS, RODNEYi — i(Continued) SBi357,iiRelating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran or the principal residence of the surviving minor children of such a disabled veteran. SBi424,iiRelating to the development of a climate adaptation plan by certain entities. SBi451,iiRelating to death benefits for eligible survivors of certain Texas National Guard members. SBi452,iiRelating to placing the State Board of Education under periodic review by the Sunset Advisory Commission. SBi453,iiRelating to dedicating money in the system benefit fund to certain purposes. SBi454,iiRelating to improving state energy conservation, including through the use of thermostat settings and building efficiency. SBi455,iiRelating to restrictions on the location and operation of concrete crushing facilities. SBi456,iiRelating to state purchasing of certain environmentally friendly items. SBi457,iiRelating to minimum efficiency standards for certain products; providing a civil penalty. SBi513,iiRelating 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. SBi537,iiRelating to the consequences of an arrest for or conviction of certain intoxication offenses. SBi549,iiRelating to applications for permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain new or expanded facilities in certain low-income and minority communities. SBi554,iiRelating to contracts between dentists and health maintenance organizations or insurers. SBi595,iiRelating to the hours of sale for liquor. SBi598,iiRelating to limits on the size of prekindergarten classes in public schools. SBi599,iiRelating to the availability of free prekindergarten programs in public schools. SBi689,iiRelating to the disclosure of electricity generation offers received by ERCOT. SBi726,iiRelating to the establishment of the judicial access and improvement account to provide funding for basic civil legal services, indigent defense, and judicial technical support through certain county service fees and court costs imposed to fund the account. SBi733,iiRelating to a notification requirement if a public school campus or open-enrollment charter school does not have a nurse assigned to the campus during all instructional hours. SBi739,iiRelating to prohibition of the use of credit scoring in underwriting and rating certain personal lines of insurance coverage. SBi740,iiRelating to insurer rating practices requiring prior approval. 5196 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5196

ELLIS, RODNEYi — i(Continued) SBi741,iiRelating to prohibition of certain insurance discrimination. SBi742,iiRelating to eligibility of certain job trainees for extended unemployment compensation benefits. SBi749,iiRelating to provision of notice regarding and limitation of attorney s’ fees for services provided in connection with the making of a wrongful imprisonment claim. SBi763,iiRelating to the designation of certain areas as banking development districts to encourage the establishment of financial institution branches in those areas. SBi767,iiRelating to the regulation of certain residential mortgage foreclosure consulting services; providing a criminal penalty. SBi836,iiRelating to the amount of the discount allowed for prepayment of sales and use taxes and the allocation of certain revenue from those taxes. SBi837,iiRelating to certain reimbursements provided for the collection of sales and use taxes. SBi852,iiRelating to health education curriculum and instruction in public schools. SBi876,iiRelating to the fee for a personal identification certificate for a homeless individual. SBi885,iiRelating to the designation of certain inspector generals of municipalities as peace officers. SBi903,iiRelating to the punishment for certain intoxication offenses. SBi919,iiRelating to the adoption of the Agreement Among the States to Elect the President by National Popular Vote. SBi925,iiRelating to judicial review of a decision to terminate certain federal housing assistance. SBi933,iiRelating to the electronic submission of certain documents to the attorney general and the submission of certain documents by the attorney general; imposing certain fees. SBi949,iiRelating to the first day of instruction in certain school districts that provide additional days of instruction financed with local funds. SBi1006,iiRelating to unemployment compensation modernization. SBi1007,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi1038,iiRelating to certain continuing education requirements for agents who sell Medicare-related products and annuities. SBi1039,iiRelating to the provision of bilingual election materials. SBi1040,iiRelating to exemptions from the sales and use tax for certain energy-efficient products. SBi1051,iiRelating to a periodic review of state and local tax preferences. SBi1052,iiRelating to an increase in the cigarette tax to fund the child health plan program. SBi1067,iiRelating to funding the TEXAS grant program at public institutions of higher education. 5197 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5197

ELLIS, RODNEYi — i(Continued) SBi1068,iiRelating to the lease of certain state parking facilities to other persons. SBi1076,iiRelating to community supervision for certain drug possession offenses and to a person s’ eligibility for an order of nondisclosure following a term of community supervision for any of those offenses. SBi1077,iiRelating to the establishment of certain time credits through which a defendant s’ period of community supervision is reduced. SBi1078,iiRelating to representation of certain applicants for writs of habeas corpus in cases involving the death penalty. SBi1079,iiRelating to the applicability of the death penalty to a capital offense committed by a person with mental retardation. SBi1119,iiRelating to beverage container deposits and recycling; providing penalties. SBi1141,iiRelating to the jurisdiction of the 228th District Court. SBi1259,iiRelating to the eligibility of certain individuals for medical assistance on confinement in, placement in, detention in, or commitment to and release from certain facilities and other settings. SBi1260,iiRelating to licensing of advanced practice registered nurses and the authority of those nurses to prescribe and order prescription drugs. SBi1277,iiRelating to validating certain acts and proceedings of Harris County Improvement District No. 5 and to the boundaries of the district. SBi1331,iiRelating to criminal offenses regarding the possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages by a minor and providing alcoholic beverages to a minor. SBi1365,iiRelating to the distribution of money appropriated from the national research university fund. SBi1380,iiRelating to designating October as Disability History and Awareness Month. SBi1381,iiRelating to the requirement that certain mammography reports contain information regarding supplemental breast cancer screening. SBi1440,iiRelating to the requirement to prepay ad valorem taxes as a prerequisite to determining certain motions or protests and the authority of an appraisal review board to determine compliance with the requirement. SBi1441,iiRelating to the correction of an ad valorem tax appraisal roll. SBi1507,iiRelating to the collection of certain foreclosure data by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. SBi1508,iiRelating to the right of certain debtors to elect to mediate a dispute before the debt is accelerated or a contract lien on real property is foreclosed; providing civil penalties. SBi1549,iiRelating to the eligibility of and requirements applicable to certain persons for supplemental nutrition assistance. SBi1560,iiRelating to liability of certain local emergency management or homeland security organizations. 5198 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5198

ELLIS, RODNEYi — i(Continued) SBi1565,iiRelating to encouraging public participation by citizens by protecting a person s’ right to petition, right of free speech, and right of association from meritless lawsuits arising from actions taken in furtherance of those rights. SBi1572,iiRelating to the operations and monitoring of fusion centers in this state. SBi1576,iiRelating to requirements related to the reporting of emissions events by certain regulated entities under the Clean Air Act. SBi1577,iiRelating to the hotel occupancy tax on the price paid for a hotel room. SBi1663,iiRelating to the repeal of state sales tax and franchise tax refunds for certain ad valorem tax payers. SBi1672,iiRelating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for a library at Texas Southern University. SBi1676,iiRelating to educational and training requirements for certain peace officers on ethical decision making. SBi1677,iiRelating to court costs imposed on conviction and deposited to the municipal court building security fund. SBi1678,iiRelating to court costs imposed on conviction and deposited to the municipal court technology fund. SBi1679,iiRelating to consideration of a bidder s’ principal place of business in awarding certain municipal contracts. SBi1680,iiRelating to certain evidence in a prosecution of fraud or theft involving Medicaid or Medicare benefits and to certain criminal procedures involving offenses in general. SBi1681,iiRelating to the appointment of counsel and the rights of an accused and other requirements for the purposes of appellate proceedings or community supervision revocation proceedings. SBi1682,iiRelating to the creation of managed assigned counsel programs. SBi1683,iiRelating to the eligibility of certain inmates for release on mandatory supervision. SBi1684,iiRelating to procedures applicable to an applicant entitled to habeas corpus under certain circumstances. SBi1685,iiRelating to the time for correcting an application for compensation for wrongful imprisonment that is denied. SBi1686,iiRelating to group health benefits coverage for persons wrongfully imprisoned. SBi1687,iiRelating to information on turnover among licensed jailers at jails under the jurisdiction of the Commission on Jail Standards. SBi1688,iiRelating to the authority of the governor to grant one or more reprieves in a capital case. SBi1782,iiRelating to regulation of health benefit plan issuers in this state. SBi1783,iiRelating to a warning notice posted outside of certain buildings that permit smoking; providing a penalty. 5199 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5199

ELLIS, RODNEYi — i(Continued) SBi1797,iiRelating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association. SBi1819,iiRelating to charity care provided by certain nonprofit hospitals. SBi1820,iiRelating to the authority of the attorney general to recover a civil penalty from certain nonprofit hospitals. SBi1821,iiRelating to the creation of the Texas HIV Medication Advisory Committee. SBi1832,iiRelating to notice to inmates and their attorneys of lethal substance or substances to be used in lethal injection. SBi1833,iiRelating to liability insurance requirements for daycare facilities. SBi1834,iiRelating to the payment of excess proceeds from ad valorem tax foreclosure sales to the comptroller for deposit to the credit of the fair defense account. SBi1835,iiRelating to the creation of a commission to investigate and prevent wrongful convictions. SBi1859,iiRelating to certain health and safety matters regarding appropriate places of employment and places that are accessible to the public. SBi1928,iiRelating to an African American Texans memorial monument on the Capitol grounds. SJRi14,iiProposing 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 100 percent or totally disabled veteran. SJRi34,iiProposing a constitutional amendment creating the Texas Gaming Commission and authorizing and regulating casino games and slot machines by licensed operators and certain Indian tribes to provide money for the property tax relief fund and additional financial aid for higher education students. SJRi44,iiProposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the governor to grant one or more reprieves in a capital case. SJRi53,iiProposing a constitutional amendment requiring the periodic review of state and local tax preferences and providing an expiration date for certain tax preferences. SCRi10,iiDesignating February 21 through 27 of each year from 2011 through 2020 as Barbara Jordan Freedom Week. SCRi22,iiRecognizing February 28, 2011, as Texas Southern University Day at the State Capitol. SCRi46,iiCommemorating the 70th anniversary of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. SCRi51,iiExpressing the legislature s’ support for the construction of a monument to African American Texans on the grounds of the State Capitol at the location approved by the State Preservation Board for a Juneteenth monument. SRi5,iiIn memory of Bill Bonham. SRi6,iiRecognizing Tracye McDaniel for her contributions to our state. 5200 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5200

ELLIS, RODNEYi — i(Continued) SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi39,iiRecognizing East Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in Houston on the occasion of its 85th anniversary. SRi59,iiRecognizing Minnie J. and Delbert Ray Jefferson for their 25 years of service to Christian Home Missionary Baptist Church. SRi68,iiCongratulating Kalamu Ryo Johnson and Jatoi Jones Johnson on the birth of their daughter, Kailah Ryonne Johnson. SRi103,iiIn memory of Howard Daniel Boone of Austin. SRi154,iiRecognizing Jack Yates High School in Houston on the occasion of its 85th anniversary. SRi178,iiCelebrating February 8, 2011, as KIPP Day at the State Capitol. SRi182,iiRecognizing Hanh Tran of Houston on the occasion of her current art installation. SRi209,iiRecognizing LAMIK Beauty in Houston for its support of National Women and Girls HIV-AIDS Awareness Day. SRi217,iiRecognizing the Harris County Hospital District on the occasion of the expansion of its Lyndon Baines Johnson Emergency Center. SRi263,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Orange and Maroon Legislative Day. SRi267,iiRecognizing Robert H. Friedman for his career in obstetrics and gynecology. SRi275,iiRecognizing February 23, 2011, as Houston A-Plus Challenge Day at the State Capitol. SRi325,iiPaying tribute to Barbara Jordan in honor of the 75th anniversary of her birth. SRi350,iiRecognizing Ron Kirk for his service to this state and our nation. SRi360,iiRecognizing Caprice Cosper for her contributions to the administration of justice in our state. SRi367,iiCongratulating the Texas Southern University football team on winning the 2010 Southwestern Athletic Conference championship. SRi394,iiCongratulating H. Randolph Bailey on being named the Distinguished Houston Surgeon for 2011 by the Houston Surgical Society. SRi395,iiRecognizing Florida Cooper for her courage as a cancer survivor. SRi396,iiRecognizing Southeast Community Church of Houston on the occasion of its 52nd Annual Appreciation Day. SRi397,iiRecognizing Rice University for the excellent educational opportunities it has provided to students. SRi406,iiRecognizing the Caring for Children Foundation of Texas, Incorporated, on the occasion of its 20th anniversary. SRi429,iiCongratulating Aida Rhoda Brooks on being named president of the Liberian Association of Greater Houston. 5201 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5201

ELLIS, RODNEYi — i(Continued) SRi430,iiRecognizing the Ivy Educational and Charitable Foundation of Houston, Incorporated, on the occasion of its 30th anniversary. SRi450,iiRecognizing the Houston Forward Times newspaper on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. SRi458,iiIn memory of Ruth Natalie Carter Carroll of Houston. SRi473,iiRecognizing the Houston Chapter of the Huston-Tillotson University International Alumni Association on the occasion of this year s’ concert by the university s’ concert choir. SRi498,iiIn memory of Wallace Edward Lockett. SRi500,iiPaying tribute to the founders of our nation s’ African American press on the occasion of the 184th anniversary of the establishment of Freedom s’ Journal. SRi577,iiIn memory of A. Louis Patterson III. SRi578,iiCommending Gabriella Denson for earning a Girl Scout Gold Award. SRi579,iiCommending Angela Mosley for earning a Girl Scout Gold Award. SRi655,iiIn memory of Paula Yuvern Dunn of Houston. SRi714,iiRecognizing the members of the Jack Yates High School Class of 1961 on the occasion of their 50th reunion. SRi715,iiRecognizing the Harris County Historical Commission on the occasion of the dedication of a Texas Historical Marker for Peacock Records. SRi716,iiCelebrating April 16, 2011, as Fort Bend County Black Nurses Association Day. SRi749,iiRecognizing the American Baptist Southeast District Association on the occasion of its Inaugural Session. SRi774,iiRecognizing Georgia D. Provost on the occasion of her birthday. SRi810,iiIn memory of Jean Moffett Dendy. SRi833,iiCommending Jeremy Daniel Edelstein of Houston for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi834,iiCommending Daniel Evan Faerman for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi835,iiCommending Isaac David Kaplan for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi836,iiCommending Max William Kaplan for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi837,iiRecognizing Ada Edwards on the occasion of her retirement from the City of Houston. SRi867,iiRecognizing April 30, 2011, as XX Concurso Dı´a del Nin˜o Day. SRi868,iiIn memory of Erma Kate Johnson of Oakland, California. SRi887,iiIn memory of Porter Renfro, Jr., of Houston. SRi888,iiRecognizing the dedication of a Texas Historical Marker for the clubhouse in Houston of the Married Ladies Social, Art, and Charity Club of America. SRi903,iiIn memory of Joe Roach, Jr., of Houston. 5202 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5202

ELLIS, RODNEYi — i(Continued) SRi904,iiRecognizing members of the Senate Ladies Club who have been members for 25 or 50 years. SRi926,iiRecognizing Ruben Davis for his 15 years as constable of Precinct 2 in Fort Bend County. SRi933,iiRecognizing Debra L. Friedkin for her support of the research at the Debra L. Friedkin archaeological site. SRi934,iiRecognizing Lady Jackie Pope of Houston for her service to the Top Ladies of Distinction, Incorporated. SRi948,iiCommemorating the anniversary of the unveiling of the African American Texas Legislators Monument at the Texas State Cemetery. SRi949,iiRecognizing Jamicia Ellis on the occasion of her high school graduation. SRi950,iiIn memory of Inez Rogers. SRi951,iiCommending Alexander B. Denard for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi955,iiCommending the Freedom Riders on their courage and their dedication to equal rights. SRi987,iiRecognizing Greater Law Memorial Church of God in Christ on the occasion of its Annual Health Fair and May Fest. SRi1002,iiRecognizing Harmony Schools on the occasion of their 10th anniversary. SRi1003,iiIn memory of Jerome Levy of Houston. SRi1004,iiIn memory of Clifton Gilmore, Jr., of Wadesboro, North Carolina. SRi1035,iiRecognizing the New Covenant Tabernacle of Houston on the occasion of its Professional Sunday. SRi1036,iiCongratulating the participants in the Texas Legislative Internship Program. SRi1056,iiRecognizing Jerome Gray for receiving the Heart of Houston award from the Fifth Ward Enrichment Program. SRi1057,iiRecognizing Suzette T. Caldwell for being named the 2010 Author of the Year by Destiny Image Publishing. SRi1058,iiRecognizing Ellery A. Richard for his service to Second Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Houston and to his community. SRi1061,iiRecognizing Davilin Hamel for her work in the office of Representative Barbara Mallory Caraway. SRi1062,iiRecognizing Kara Willis for her work in the office of the Harris County Attorney. SRi1063,iiRecognizing Conor Kenny for his work in the office of Senator Rodney Ellis. SRi1064,iiRecognizing Naomi Showers for her work in the office of Representative Ron Reynolds. SRi1065,iiRecognizing Elizabeth Tagle for her work in the office of Senator Rodney Ellis. 5203 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5203

ELLIS, RODNEYi — i(Continued) SRi1066,iiRecognizing Stephen Small for his work in the office of Representative Harvey Hilderbran. SRi1067,iiRecognizing Victor Odongo for his work in the office of the Texas Criminal Justice Coalition. SRi1068,iiRecognizing Cole Howard for his work in the office of Representative Roberto Alonzo. SRi1069,iiRecognizing Janice Tolbert for her work in the office of Senator Rodney Ellis. SRi1070,iiRecognizing Bridgette Williams for her work in the office of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. SRi1071,iiRecognizing Chetamour McKenzie for her work in the office of the Association of Electric Companies of Texas. SRi1072,iiRecognizing Anastasia Thomas for her work in the office of Representative Marc Veasey. SRi1073,iiRecognizing Tonya Jones for her work in the office of the Task Force on Indigent Defense. SRi1074,iiRecognizing Rachel Kelly for her work in the office of Justice Nathan Hecht. SRi1075,iiRecognizing Cheryl Knight-Simpson for her work in the office of Justice Dale Wainwright. SRi1076,iiRecognizing David W. Sneed for his work in the office of Senator Kel Seliger. SRi1077,iiRecognizing Sara Lang for her work in the office of Representative Scott Hochberg. SRi1078,iiRecognizing Chelsea Frazier for her work in the office of Senator Rodney Ellis. SRi1079,iiRecognizing Shakira Pumphrey for her work in the office of House Speaker Joe Straus. SRi1080,iiRecognizing Madison Seymore for her work in the office of Representative John Frullo. SRi1081,iiRecognizing Brittney Quezada for her work in the office of Representative Naomi Gonzalez. SRi1083,iiRecognizing Robin Raasch for her work in the office of Representative Ana Hernandez Luna. SRi1084,iiRecognizing Melody Udoinyion for her work in the office of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. SRi1085,iiRecognizing Epernay Kyles for her work in the office of Senator John Whitmire. SRi1086,iiRecognizing Tumi Wallace for his work in the office of Senator Rodney Ellis. SRi1087,iiRecognizing Houston Tower for his work in the office of Representative Eddie Lucio. SRi1088,iiRecognizing Brian Waldrup for his work in the office of Representative Alma Allen. 5204 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5204

ELLIS, RODNEYi — i(Continued) SRi1089,iiRecognizing Chuck Franklin for his work in the office of Senator Rodney Ellis. SRi1090,iiRecognizing Ryan Phipps for his work in the office of Representative Joaquin Castro. SRi1091,iiRecognizing Chinedum Okparaeke for his work in the office of Chief Justice Wallace B. Jefferson. SRi1092,iiRecognizing Christian Taylor for his work in the office of Representative Jessica Farrar. SRi1093,iiRecognizing Trevin Franklin for his work in the office of Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst. SRi1094,iiRecognizing Sam Thomas for his work in the Office of Court Administration. SRi1095,iiRecognizing Clyde Jiles for his work in the office of Representative Eric Johnson. SRi1096,iiRecognizing Melissa K. Jones for her work in the office of Representative Senfronia Thompson. SRi1097,iiRecognizing Katasia Jordan for her work in the office of Representative Helen Giddings. SRi1098,iiRecognizing Luis Salguero for his work in the office of Representative Carol Alvarado. SRi1099,iiRecognizing Benjamin Griggs for his work in the office of Representative Hubert Vo. SRi1100,iiRecognizing Lisa Sherrod for her work for the Legislative Black Caucus. SRi1101,iiRecognizing Chasity Tillis for her work in the office of Representative Marisa Marquez. SRi1102,iiRecognizing Victoria Messer for her work in the office of Senator Robert Duncan. SRi1103,iiRecognizing Bernardo Aldalpe for his work in the office of Representative Veronica Gonzales. SRi1104,iiRecognizing Shalette Mitchell for her work in the office of Representative Yvonne Davis. SRi1105,iiRecognizing Kevin Osemene for his work in the office of Senator Royce West. SRi1106,iiRecognizing Valeria Mirolevich for her work in the office of Representative Burt Solomons. SRi1107,iiRecognizing Jessie Myles for her work in the office of Representative Vicki Truitt. SRi1108,iiRecognizing Diana Pineros for her work in the office of Senator Judith Zaffirini. SRi1109,iiRecognizing Edward Pollard for his work in the office of Representative Dawnna Dukes. SRi1110,iiRecognizing Brittane L. Hamilton for her work in the office of Representative Rene Oliveira. 5205 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5205

ELLIS, RODNEYi — i(Continued) SRi1111,iiRecognizing Jay Johnson for his work in the office of Representative Garnet Coleman. SRi1112,iiRecognizing Nicholas Giles for his work in the office of Representative Sylvester Turner. SRi1113,iiRecognizing Felipe Nascimento for his work in the office of the Intergovernmental Relations Department of Travis County. SRi1114,iiRecognizing Lisa Mathews for her work in the office of the Legislative Study Group. SRi1115,iiRecognizing Alex Green for his work in the office of Representative Borris Miles. SRi1116,iiRecognizing Maxie Gallardo for her work in the office of Representative Armando Walle. SRi1117,iiRecognizing Bryce Romero for his work in the office of Senator Jose Rodriguez. SRi1118,iiRecognizing Sabrina Bannister for her work in the office of the Harris County Public Defender. SRi1119,iiRecognizing Ruth Damys for her work in the office of the Legislative Study Group. SRi1120,iiRecognizing Jane Ehinmoro for her work in the office of the Texas Criminal Justice Coalition. SRi1121,iiRecognizing Ana Castro for her work in the office of the Texas Supreme Court. SRi1122,iiRecognizing Cornelius Dupree for his work in the office of Senator Rodney Ellis. SRi1123,iiRecognizing Kenneth Ford for his work in the office of Judge Barbara Hervey. SRi1124,iiRecognizing Milagrosa Micha for her work in the office of the Texas Criminal Justice Coalition. SRi1148,iiRecognizing Lindsey Hall for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1149,iiRecognizing Alicia Frederick for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1150,iiRecognizing Adrienne Tate for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1151,iiRecognizing Hannah Johannes for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1152,iiRecognizing Kaylan Young for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1153,iiRecognizing Alexis Williams for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. 5206 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5206

ELLIS, RODNEYi — i(Continued) SRi1154,iiRecognizing Alexys Nunn for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1155,iiRecognizing Brionne Doyle for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1156,iiRecognizing Shaniese Foster for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1157,iiRecognizing Bre On’ Long for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1158,iiRecognizing Karyn Korsah for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1159,iiRecognizing Jennifer Gooden for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1160,iiRecognizing Brandi Perry for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1161,iiRecognizing Dariel Johnson for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1162,iiRecognizing Taylor Dozier for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1163,iiRecognizing Veronica Forge for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1164,iiRecognizing Keia Broussard for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1165,iiRecognizing Alexandria Barnes for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1166,iiRecognizing Taylor Polidore for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1167,iiRecognizing Opal Pierce for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1168,iiRecognizing Victoria Dillard for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. 5207 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5207

ELLIS, RODNEYi — i(Continued) SRi1169,iiRecognizing Ja Leah’ Davis for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1170,iiRecognizing Kia Smith for being presented by the Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, at its 13th Biennial Debutante Cotillion. SRi1183,iiRecognizing Robert L. Garner, Jr., founder of the African American National Spelling Bee Championships, Incorporated. SRi1184,iiRecognizing Mary Bello for winning the inaugural African American National Spelling Bee Championships. SRi1185,iiRecognizing Ashley Williams for winning second place honors in the inaugural African American National Spelling Bee Championships. SRi1186,iiRecognizing Niaha Dyson for winning third place honors in the inaugural African American National Spelling Bee Championships. SRi1187,iiRecognizing Saba Abashawl for her accomplishments in promoting international trade and travel in the City of Houston. SRi1188,iiRecognizing J. J. Jackson III for his contributions to his church and community. SRi1189,iiRecognizing Henry M. Williamson, Sr., for his service as the 52nd bishop of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. SRi1190,iiRecognizing Gertrude Jack Lewis on the occasion of her 100th birthday. SRi1220,iiIn memory of Abdias do Nascimento. SRi1225,iiRecognizing Leon Hale on the occasion of his 90th birthday. SRi1245,iiCongratulating Susan Harry and Lisa Durnal on the birth of their daughter, Olivia Claire Durnal-Harry. SRi1247,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 3275.

ELTIFE, KEVIN SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi141,iiRelating to debt management services and the regulation of debt management services providers. SBi321,iiRelating to an employee ’s transportation and storage of certain firearms or ammunition while on certain property owned or controlled by the employee s’ employer. SBi349,iiRelating to the hotel occupancy tax rate in certain municipalities. 5208 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5208

ELTIFE, KEVINi — i(Continued) SBi354,iiRelating to the carrying of concealed handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. SBi403,iiRelating to the consideration of pension and other postemployment benefits in establishing the rates of a gas utility. SBi410,iiRelating to the name and powers of the Red River Redevelopment Authority. SBi445,iiRelating to the creation, purpose, implementation, and funding of the County Park Beautification and Improvement Program. SBi514,iiRelating to the acquisition of land and facilities by the Texas State Technical College System. SBi550,iiRelating to the required public notice of the names of a certain number of finalists for the position of superintendent of a public school district. SBi576,iiRelating to reports filed with the comptroller regarding certain alcoholic beverage sales; providing a penalty. SBi989,iiRelating to the replacement or transfer of certain retail wine stock sold for off-premises consumption. SBi999,iiRelating to maximizing federal funding of extended unemployment benefits. SBi1000,iiRelating to self-directed and semi-independent status of the Texas Real Estate Commission; making an appropriation. SBi1097,iiRelating to single certification in incorporated or annexed areas served by water or sewer utilities. SBi1126,iiRelating to the regulatory authority of the consumer credit commissioner. SBi1127,iiRelating to fees paid to the consumer credit commissioner and to fees and interest charged in connection with consumer credit transactions. SBi1229,iiRelating to the registration with the Texas Department of Insurance of certain contract examiners. SBi1246,iiRelating to the application of statutes that classify political subdivisions according to population. SBi1272,iiRelating to tuition rates and formula funding for certain nonresident students enrolled at Texas A&M University–Texarkana. SBi1309,iiRelating to rate adjustments by gas utilities. SBi1338,iiRelating to the powers and duties of the State Preservation Board. SBi1343,iiRelating to archeological cemeteries. SBi1353,iiRelating to certain claims against persons licensed as real estate brokers and salespersons. SBi1518,iiRelating to the powers and duties of the Texas Historical Commission; imposing a penalty. 5209 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5209

ELTIFE, KEVINi — i(Continued) SBi1565,iiRelating to encouraging public participation by citizens by protecting a person s’ right to petition, right of free speech, and right of association from meritless lawsuits arising from actions taken in furtherance of those rights. SBi1744,iiRelating to the certification of a certified capital company. SBi1843,iiRelating to investigations of certain offenses involving the Internet-based sexual exploitation of a minor; creating the Internet crimes against children account to support those activities. SBi1902,iiRelating to the Riverbend Water Resources District. SBi1903,iiRelating to the dissolution of the Riverbend Water Resources District. SBi1925,iiRelating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 271 as the Sergeant Jay M. Hoskins Memorial Highway. SJRi1,iiUrging the Congress of the United States to propose and submit to the states for ratification a federal balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States and, in the event that Congress does not submit such an amendment on or before December 31, 2011, applying to Congress to call a convention for the specific and exclusive purpose of proposing an amendment to that constitution to provide, in the absence of a national emergency and on a two-thirds vote of Congress, for a federal balanced budget and requesting that the legislatures of each of the several states that compose the United States apply to Congress to call a convention to propose such an amendment. SJRi15,iiApplying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention to propose amendments to the United States Constitution to provide for congressional term limits, the line-item veto, a balanced federal budget, a limit on federal debt, and the repeal of federal law by two-thirds of the several states. SJRi18,iiProposing a constitutional amendment relating to appropriations for the preservation and perpetuation of certain items of historical value; allowing the legislature and state agencies to accept on behalf of the state gifts of items of historical value and contributions to purchase such items. SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi30,iiAuthorizing the lieutenant governor and speaker to appoint interim joint committees. SCRi36,iiUrging the members of the Texas congressional delegation to provide to the legislature a cost analysis of the exact funding necessary for full enforcement of all immigration laws in Texas and to immediately report back to the legislature as to the status of that funding and directing the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house to send a delegation of members from both chambers to meet with members of Congress and members of the executive branch to discuss the border security crisis. 5210 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5210

ELTIFE, KEVINi — i(Continued) SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi36,iiAdopting Permanent Rules of the Senate of the 82nd Legislature. SRi91,iiRecognizing January 25, 2011, as Texas Merchandise Vending Association Day at the State Capitol. SRi119,iiSuspending the constitutional order of business. SRi161,iiIn memory of Foy Wallace Watson, Jr., of Austin. SRi163,iiCelebrating East Texas Coalition Day at the State Capitol. SRi263,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Orange and Maroon Legislative Day. SRi455,iiRecognizing April 20, 2011, as "Retire in Texas Day." SRi462,iiRecognizing Israel Smith of Tyler on the occasion of his 100th birthday. SRi529,iiRecognizing David K. Teegarden for 40 years of service as a physician and educator. SRi621,iiRecognizing April 12, 2011, as Panola County Day at the State Capitol. SRi628,iiIn memory of Dorothy Faye "Dot" Johnson of Omaha, Texas. SRi629,iiIn memory of Vicki Lynne Johnson. SRi688,iiRecognizing April 7, 2011, as Texas State Technical College Day at the State Capitol. SRi927,iiRecognizing Jerry Boatner for his 30 years of service to Mount Pleasant. SRi1026,iiIn memory of Jere J. Ruff of Longview. SRi1264,iiCommending Scott Caffey for his service to the Texas Senate and congratulating him for earning a 2011 Betty King Public Service Award. SRi1265,iiCommending Reta Cooke for her service to the Texas Senate and congratulating her for earning a 2011 Betty King Public Service Award. SRi1266,iiCommending Pat Kelly for her service to the Texas Senate and congratulating her for earning a 2011 Betty King Public Service Award. SRi1267,iiPaying tribute to the service and legacy of Jean Moffett Dendy and Diana Sue Brown.

ESTES, CRAIG SBi1,iiGeneral Appropriations Bill. SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi16,iiRelating to informed consent to an abortion. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. 5211 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5211

ESTES, CRAIGi — i(Continued) SBi178,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi179,iiRelating to the service area of the North Central Texas College District. SBi180,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi248,iiRelating to the regulation of public grain warehouse operators. SBi249,iiRelating to the composition of the Finance Commission of Texas. SBi259,iiRelating to the duty of a peace officer to inquire into the immigration status of persons arrested on other grounds. SBi321,iiRelating to an employee ’s transportation and storage of certain firearms or ammunition while on certain property owned or controlled by the employee s’ employer. SBi331,iiRelating to designating certain synthetic cannabinoids as controlled substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act; providing penalties and establishing certain criminal consequences or procedures. SBi348,iiRelating to the sale or delivery of salvia divinorum or Salvinorin A; providing a penalty. SBi354,iiRelating to the carrying of concealed handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. SBi377,iiRelating to the murder of a child as a capital offense. SBi408,iiRelating to inspection of and the operation of watercraft on the John Graves Scenic Riverway; providing for the imposition of a criminal penalty. SBi409,iiRelating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity. SBi411,iiRelating to the amount of wine certain wineries may sell directly to consumers. SBi449,iiRelating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity. SBi478,iiRelating to the protection of stray bison. SBi479,iiRelating to limiting the liability of certain persons for farm animal activities. SBi489,iiRelating to the Texas State Technical College System. SBi527,iiRelating to projects funded through the Texas emissions reduction plan. SBi590,iiRelating to retainage under certain construction contracts. SBi691,iiRelating to the exemption from permitting by groundwater conservation districts for certain water wells used for domestic, livestock, and poultry watering purposes. SBi692,iiRelating to exemptions from groundwater conservation district permit requirements. SBi693,iiRelating to permit application and amendment hearings conducted by groundwater conservation districts and the State Office of Administrative Hearings. SBi766,iiRelating to the liability of a sport shooting range and the regulation of firearms, ammunition, firearm supplies, and sport shooting ranges. 5212 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5212

ESTES, CRAIGi — i(Continued) SBi894,iiRelating to employment of physicians by certain hospitals. SBi896,iiRelating to the issuance of specialty license plates to certain family members of a person who dies while serving in the United States armed forces. SBi913,iiRelating to the transmission of records regarding over-the-counter sales of ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, and norpseudoephedrine and a person s’ civil liability for certain acts arising from the sale of those products. SBi940,iiRelating to competition in the electric utility market of certain municipalities. SBi1000,iiRelating to self-directed and semi-independent status of the Texas Real Estate Commission; making an appropriation. SBi1066,iiRelating to adding certain synthetic stimulants to Penalty Group 2 of the Texas Controlled Substances Act. SBi1086,iiRelating to the operation by the Department of Agriculture of programs for rural economic development and the marketing and promotion of agricultural and other products grown, processed, or produced in this state. SBi1121,iiRelating to the student fees for the university center at Midwestern State University. SBi1122,iiRelating to the sale of delinquent tax receivables by certain local governments. SBi1146,iiRelating to programs funded under the Texas emissions reduction plan fund. SBi1216,iiRelating to determination of the validity and enforceability of a contract containing an arbitration agreement in suits for dissolution of marriage and certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship. SBi1217,iiRelating to an excavator s’ duty to notify a notification center before excavating; providing civil and criminal penalties. SBi1218,iiRelating to the statutory county courts in Wise County. SBi1224,iiRelating to contributions made and personal services rendered to public servants. SBi1230,iiRelating to the construction and operation of combined heating and power facilities in certain municipalities. SBi1231,iiRelating to the regulation of health spas by the secretary of state. SBi1232,iiRelating to the creation of the grain producer indemnity fund. SBi1255,iiRelating to the employment of physicians by certain municipal hospital authorities. SBi1279,iiRelating to the members of the State Securities Board. SBi1280,iiRelating to the taxation and titling of certain off-road vehicles. SBi1356,iiRelating to the repeal of certain laws regulating the registration of animal tattoo marks with the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas. SBi1357,iiRelating to the redemption and impoundment of estrays. SBi1361,iiRelating to the audit report exemption for certain general and special law districts. SBi1375,iiRelating to who may participate in certain local option elections to prohibit or authorize the sale of alcoholic beverages. 5213 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5213

ESTES, CRAIGi — i(Continued) SBi1568,iiRelating to shareholder standing after a merger. SBi1569,iiRelating to the remediation of underground storage tanks and the fee on delivery of certain petroleum products. SBi1570,iiRelating to the sale of surplus leased land by a governmental entity to a private party. SBi1843,iiRelating to investigations of certain offenses involving the Internet-based sexual exploitation of a minor; creating the Internet crimes against children account to support those activities. SBi1848,iiRelating to the distribution of the emergency service fee for wireless telecommunications connections and the prepaid 9-1-1 emergency service fee. SJRi16,iiProposing a constitutional amendment providing for the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water-stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity. SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi36,iiUrging the members of the Texas congressional delegation to provide to the legislature a cost analysis of the exact funding necessary for full enforcement of all immigration laws in Texas and to immediately report back to the legislature as to the status of that funding and directing the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house to send a delegation of members from both chambers to meet with members of Congress and members of the executive branch to discuss the border security crisis. SRi27,iiIn memory of Susan Holland Campbell of Bowie. SRi28,iiIn memory of Ray Clymer of Wichita Falls. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi117,iiCelebrating February 15, 2011, as Grayson County Day at the State Capitol. SRi126,iiRecognizing Paul Miller for his service to his country. SRi127,iiRecognizing Paul VanLinder for his service to his country. SRi128,iiRecognizing Joel Jimenez for his service to his country. SRi262,iiRecognizing Texas Farm Bureau Day at the State Capitol. SRi313,iiRecognizing February 21 and 22, 2011, as Denton County Days at the State Capitol. SRi402,iiRecognizing the annual Smokin ’ Possum Cook-off as a Texas State Barbecue Championship competition. SRi435,iiRecognizing March 8, 2011, as Collin County Day at the State Capitol. 5214 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5214

ESTES, CRAIGi — i(Continued) SRi440,iiWelcoming members of the State Firemen s’ and Fire Marshals ’Association of Texas on the occasion of Firefighter Legislative Day at the State Capitol on March 23, 2011. SRi447,iiIn memory of Mundy Ingalls Peale, Jr., of Lake Kiowa. SRi475,iiCongratulating Glenda Culpepper for receiving the Whitesboro Chamber of Commerce 2011 Lifetime Achievement Award. SRi476,iiRecognizing May of 2011 as Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month. SRi502,iiRecognizing Cross Trail Outfitters for their work in assisting boys and young men to become leaders in their communities. SRi504,iiDeclaring March 23, 2011, Parent Association for the Retarded of Texas Day at the State Capitol. SRi558,iiRecognizing March 22, 2011, as Parker County Day at the State Capitol. SRi688,iiRecognizing April 7, 2011, as Texas State Technical College Day at the State Capitol. SRi744,iiRecognizing the Texas Woman s’ University Pioneers basketball team for winning the 2011 Lone Star Conference women s’ basketball championship title. SRi1179,iiIn memory of Alexis Vicente Maldonado. SRi1194,iiIn memory of Austin Garrett Staggs.

FRASER, TROY SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi15,iiRelating to state energy policy and the planning of energy development and utilization and to certain related electric power generation issues. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi178,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi181,iiRelating to the calculation and reporting of water usage by municipalities and water utilities for state water planning and other purposes. SBi331,iiRelating to designating certain synthetic cannabinoids as controlled substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act; providing penalties and establishing certain criminal consequences or procedures. SBi332,iiRelating to the ownership of groundwater below the surface of land, the right to produce that groundwater, and the management of groundwater in this state. SBi333,iiRelating to election procedures and qualifications of members of boards of directors for water supply or sewer service corporations. SBi334,iiRelating to the applicability of the constitutional limit on state debt payable from the general revenues of the state to bonds issued by the Texas Water Development Board. 5215 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5215

FRASER, TROYi — i(Continued) SBi335,iiRelating to an exemption from regulation as health spas for certain governmental hospitals and clinics. SBi354,iiRelating to the carrying of concealed handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. SBi360,iiRelating to the composition and use of money in the rural water assistance fund. SBi385,iiRelating to the creation of programs to support the use of alternative fuels, including an alternative fuel program to be funded by the Texas emissions reduction plan fund and a grant program for certain natural gas vehicles. SBi489,iiRelating to the Texas State Technical College System. SBi490,iiRelating to the Hamilton County Hospital District. SBi491,iiRelating to the composition of the 198th Judicial District, the creation of a judicial district composed of Kimble, McCulloch, Mason, and Menard Counties, and the creation of the office of district attorney for the 440th Judicial District. SBi492,iiRelating to the creation of a distributed solar generation incentive program. SBi493,iiRelating to the idling of motor vehicles. SBi494,iiRelating to the authority of certain local governmental entities to borrow money for a public hospital. SBi495,iiRelating to an exemption from the motor vehicle use tax for motor vehicles brought into this state by certain military personnel or retired military personnel. SBi496,iiRelating to the punishment for the offense of evading arrest or detention. SBi526,iiRelating to the power of the Bell County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1 to issue bonds. SBi527,iiRelating to projects funded through the Texas emissions reduction plan. SBi578,iiRelating to the testimony of children in criminal cases. SBi874,iiRelating to establishing a separate provider type for prosthetic and orthotic providers under the medical assistance program. SBi875,iiRelating to compliance with state and federal environmental permits as a defense to certain actions for nuisance or trespass. SBi908,iiRelating to requirements for businesses that offer plastic checkout bags to customers. SBi995,iiRelating to the sale of souvenir bottles of distilled spirits by the holder of a distiller s’ and rectifier s’ permit. SBi1003,iiRelating to penalties for, and emergency orders suspending, the operation of a rock crusher or certain concrete plants without a current permit under the Texas Clean Air Act. SBi1322,iiRelating to the operation of the Kimble County, McCulloch County, Mason County, and Menard County Juvenile Boards. SBi1353,iiRelating to certain claims against persons licensed as real estate brokers and salespersons. 5216 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5216

FRASER, TROYi — i(Continued) SBi1740,iiRelating to the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association. SBi1741,iiRelating to tree mitigation fees imposed by municipalities. SBi1742,iiRelating to the operation of certain motor vehicles, including establishing a motor vehicle mileage fee pilot program. SBi1743,iiRelating to access by members of certain electric cooperatives to meetings of the boards of directors and certain information of the electric cooperatives. SBi1842,iiRelating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and to the resolution of certain disputes concerning claims made to that association. SJRi1,iiUrging the Congress of the United States to propose and submit to the states for ratification a federal balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States and, in the event that Congress does not submit such an amendment on or before December 31, 2011, applying to Congress to call a convention for the specific and exclusive purpose of proposing an amendment to that constitution to provide, in the absence of a national emergency and on a two-thirds vote of Congress, for a federal balanced budget and requesting that the legislatures of each of the several states that compose the United States apply to Congress to call a convention to propose such an amendment. SJRi3,iiProposing a constitutional amendment providing for the issuance of additional general obligation bonds by the Texas Water Development Board. SJRi4,iiProposing a constitutional amendment providing for the issuance of additional general obligation bonds by the Texas Water Development Board. SCRi13,iiCongratulating the Hardin-Simmons University women s’ soccer team on winning a national championship title. SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi20,iiUrging the United States Congress to prevent the Environmental Protection Agency from regulating greenhouse gases for stationary sources. SCRi36,iiUrging the members of the Texas congressional delegation to provide to the legislature a cost analysis of the exact funding necessary for full enforcement of all immigration laws in Texas and to immediately report back to the legislature as to the status of that funding and directing the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house to send a delegation of members from both chambers to meet with members of Congress and members of the executive branch to discuss the border security crisis. SCRi40,iiRecognizing Wayne and Eileen Hurd for their contributions to the Horseshoe Bay community. 5217 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5217

FRASER, TROYi — i(Continued) SCRi43,iiRecognizing the 50th anniversary of the C-130 Hercules aircraft at Dyess Air Force Base. SCRi45,iiRecognizing Otto P. Scharth on the occasion of his 88th birthday. SCRi54,iiIn memory of Gregory Mack Simmons. SCRi56,iiHonoring John Cowan on the occasion of his retirement from the Texas Association of Dairymen. SRi12,iiRecognizing April 27, 2011, as Texas Water Conservation Day at the State Capitol. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi67,iiRecognizing the Turquoise Council of Americans and Eurasians on the occasion of its Turkic-Texan Friendship Reception and Awards Dinner. SRi85,iiCommending Fethullah Gu¨len for his contributions to the promotion of global peace. SRi177,iiIn memory of William Barton Harris. SRi432,iiIn memory of Arthur G. "Pat" Patterson. SRi557,iiRecognizing Coleen and Lyle McGuffin of Kerrville on the occasion of their 75th wedding anniversary and Lyle s’ 100th birthday. SRi688,iiRecognizing April 7, 2011, as Texas State Technical College Day at the State Capitol. SRi712,iiRecognizing the Students In Free Enterprise team from Central Texas College in Killeen for winning its 15th consecutive regional championship. SRi713,iiRecognizing April 6, 2011, as Burnet County Day at the State Capitol. SRi773,iiRecognizing the Hamilton High School robotics team for winning the 2011 Texas Botball tournament. SRi796,iiRecognizing the 50th anniversary of the C-130 Hercules aircraft at Dyess Air Force Base. SRi821,iiRecognizing Otto P. Scharth on the occasion of his 88th birthday. SRi878,iiRecognizing May 4, 2011, as Texas Environmental Excellence Awards Day at the State Capitol. SRi935,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 14. SRi1263,iiRecognizing Linda Hopkins on the occasion of her retirement from the Texas Senate.

GALLEGOS, MARIO,iJR. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi34,iiRelating to the establishment and operation of the Texas Women Veterans Program. 5218 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5218

GALLEGOS, MARIO,iJR.i — i(Continued) SBi207,iiRelating to requiring certain students leaving public school to provide documentation necessary to ensure an accurate calculation of dropout rates. SBi208,iiRelating to public notice and forums concerning finalists for the position of superintendent of a school district. SBi336,iiRelating to the composition of certain regional planning commissions. SBi337,iiRelating to the authority of certain counties to enact noise regulations; providing a criminal penalty. SBi338,iiRelating to penalty assessment for violations of the Texas Clean Air Act committed by major sources. SBi339,iiRelating to disclosure by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of information related to emissions events. SBi340,iiRelating to the reporting of emissions events under the Clean Air Act. SBi344,iiRelating to municipal civil service for firefighters and police officers. SBi345,iiRelating to staff development training for certain public school administrators regarding student discipline management. SBi346,iiRelating to the curriculum that must be provided by a disciplinary alternative education program. SBi357,iiRelating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran or the principal residence of the surviving minor children of such a disabled veteran. SBi549,iiRelating to applications for permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain new or expanded facilities in certain low-income and minority communities. SBi572,iiRelating to certificates of public convenience and necessity to provide water or sewer utility service. SBi573,iiRelating to certificates of public convenience and necessity for water or sewer services. SBi635,iiRelating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. SBi636,iiRelating to the consolidation of more than one water or sewer system under a single tariff by an investor-owned utility. SBi637,iiRelating to the recovery of certain rate case expenses by an investor-owned water and sewer utility. SBi670,iiRelating to the regulation of the location of certain halfway houses. SBi671,iiRelating to the creation of a state occupational health and safety plan; establishing a maintenance tax. SBi672,iiRelating to measuring, monitoring, and reporting emissions. SBi673,iiRelating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to approve certain supplemental environmental projects undertaken by local governments. 5219 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5219

GALLEGOS, MARIO,iJR.i — i(Continued) SBi674,iiRelating to standards for measuring the emission of air contaminants under the Texas Clean Air Act; providing a penalty. SBi675,iiRelating to allowing the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to impose more stringent conditions for existing air quality permits to avoid a condition of air pollution. SBi676,iiRelating to the regulation of toxic hotspots under the Texas Clean Air Act. SBi677,iiRelating to the enforcement of the public information law; providing for the imposition of a civil penalty. SBi678,iiRelating to a school district policy regarding the removal of a student from a public school teacher s’ classroom. SBi679,iiRelating to minimum educational qualifications for open-enrollment charter school teachers. SBi680,iiRelating to a fee collected by a district clerk for certain certified copies. SBi813,iiRelating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 528; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain. SBi900,iiRelating to the Aldine Improvement District; providing authority to impose a tax. SBi925,iiRelating to judicial review of a decision to terminate certain federal housing assistance. SBi954,iiRelating to the authority of certain counties to appoint, contract for, or employ physicians, dentists, or other health care providers for county jails. SBi955,iiRelating to the authority of counties to appoint, contract for, or employ physicians, dentists, or other health care providers for county jails. SBi1002,iiRelating to the designation of program costs for providing bill payment assistance to certain military veterans as a necessary operating expense that is a first lien against revenue of certain electric and gas utilities ’ revenue securing certain public securities or obligations. SBi1007,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi1189,iiRelating to exempting certain fraternal and veterans organizations from certain bond requirements to obtain an alcoholic beverage permit or license. SBi1190,iiRelating to the appeal of an indefinite suspension of a municipal firefighter. SBi1191,iiRelating to the criminal registration procedure for a convicted arsonist. SBi1251,iiRelating to the board of directors of the Greater East End Management District. SBi1365,iiRelating to the distribution of money appropriated from the national research university fund. SBi1387,iiRelating to the composition of the governing body of certain regional planning commissions. 5220 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5220

GALLEGOS, MARIO,iJR.i — i(Continued) SBi1388,iiRelating to certain prohibited dealings between a wholesaler and retailer of alcoholic beverages. SBi1389,iiRelating to safety training for employees of certain contractors with a governmental entity. SBi1390,iiRelating to the eligibility of the Texas ChalleNGe Academy to receive Foundation School Program funding. SBi1391,iiRelating to refinancing low-rate home loans involving natural disaster recovery funds. SBi1474,iiRelating to the grievance procedure for firefighters and police officers in certain municipalities. SBi1673,iiRelating to the composition of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection and the disposition of certain fees collected by the commission. SBi1674,iiRelating to the composition of the board of directors of certain tax increment financing reinvestment zones. SBi1745,iiRelating to enforcement by a local government of fire safety standards at certain child-care facilities. SBi1746,iiRelating to the conditions of employment for firefighters employed by fire departments created by an interlocal agreement between two or more political subdivisions of this state; providing penalties. SBi1747,iiRelating to the conditions of employment for firefighters employed by certain emergency services districts; providing penalties. SBi1748,iiRelating to the licensing and regulation of certain employees of fire protection sprinkler system contractors; providing a penalty. SBi1794,iiRelating to the employment of physicians by hospital districts. SBi1795,iiRelating to the authority of certain local governmental entities in certain populous counties to appoint, contract for, or employ physicians. SBi1825,iiRelating to the design and installation of signs at low-water crossings. SBi1826,iiRelating to the definition in the open meetings law of the term "deliberation." SBi1827,iiRelating to inspections of flood-prone areas by political subdivisions. SBi1843,iiRelating to investigations of certain offenses involving the Internet-based sexual exploitation of a minor; creating the Internet crimes against children account to support those activities. SBi1851,iiRelating to oversight of emergency services districts. SBi1852,iiRelating to the recovery and storage of vessels following natural disasters; providing penalties. SBi1919,iiRelating to the election from single-member districts of the governing body of certain populous municipalities. 5221 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5221

GALLEGOS, MARIO,iJR.i — i(Continued) SBi1920,iiRelating to the powers of the Coastal Water Authority; affecting the authority to issue bonds. SJRi14,iiProposing 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 100 percent or totally disabled veteran. SRi18,iiCongratulating Cornelius Elementary School in Houston for its selection as a 2010 Blue Ribbon School. SRi19,iiCongratulating Varnett Public School East Campus for its selection as a 2010 Blue Ribbon School. SRi21,iiIn memory of Nancy J. Berkman of Houston. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi60,iiRecognizing January 25, 2011, as East End Chamber Day at the State Capitol. SRi195,iiRecognizing Bobbie L. Miller on the occasion of his retirement from the Houston Police Department. SRi323,iiRecognizing the students, faculty, and staff of DeVry University for their commitment to excellence in education. SRi324,iiRecognizing the Harris County Historical Commission and the Baytown Carver High School Recognition and Preservation Society on the occasion of the dedication of a Texas Historical Marker for Baytown George Washington Carver High School. SRi325,iiPaying tribute to Barbara Jordan in honor of the 75th anniversary of her birth. SRi571,iiRecognizing Alicia Erminia Pedraza on the occasion of her 16th birthday. SRi732,iiRecognizing the members of the Campos family on the occasion of the 2011 Campos Family Reunion. SRi757,iiCommending the sponsors and organizers of the 2011 Houston Spanish and Flamenco Festival. SRi945,iiRecognizing Teresa Recio on the occasion of her retirement from the Greater Houston Area Chapter of the American Red Cross. SRi970,iiCongratulating Olga Ramirez Gallegos on receiving an honorary degree from Houston Community College.

HARRIS, CHRIS SBi11,iiRelating to the enforcement of state and federal laws governing immigration by certain governmental entities. SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. 5222 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5222

HARRIS, CHRISi — i(Continued) SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi34,iiRelating to the establishment and operation of the Texas Women Veterans Program. SBi178,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi201,iiRelating to the calculation of ad valorem taxes on the residence homestead of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran for the tax year in which the veteran qualifies or ceases to qualify for an exemption from taxation of the homestead. SBi259,iiRelating to the duty of a peace officer to inquire into the immigration status of persons arrested on other grounds. SBi283,iiRelating to the appointment of associate judges in child protective services cases. SBi284,iiRelating to certain hearings in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship. SBi285,iiRelating to exempting certain judicial officers from certain requirements for obtaining or renewing a concealed handgun license and to the authority of certain judicial officers to carry certain weapons. SBi286,iiRelating to attorney s’ fees and other costs in guardianship proceedings. SBi288,iiRelating to authorizing the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas to operate one or more southbound vehicle checkpoints near the international border of this state for the purpose of preventing certain criminal offenses. SBi309,iiRelating to events to receive funding through a major events trust fund. SBi321,iiRelating to an employee ’s transportation and storage of certain firearms or ammunition while on certain property owned or controlled by the employee s’ employer. SBi331,iiRelating to designating certain synthetic cannabinoids as controlled substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act; providing penalties and establishing certain criminal consequences or procedures. SBi354,iiRelating to the carrying of concealed handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. SBi382,iiRelating to an administrative fee for defendants required by a court to perform community service in lieu of serving a term of confinement in county jail. SBi383,iiRelating to the imposition and use of certain court costs for breath alcohol testing programs. SBi384,iiRelating to the cancellation of the voter registrations of persons who are not United States citizens. SBi469,iiRelating to the collection of unpaid tolls by a regional tollway authority. SBi481,iiRelating to the removal of a guardian of an incapacitated person ordered by a court. SBi482,iiRelating to authorization agreements between parents and nonparent relatives of a child. 5223 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5223

HARRIS, CHRISi — i(Continued) SBi483,iiRelating to the powers and duties of criminal law magistrates in Tarrant County. SBi527,iiRelating to projects funded through the Texas emissions reduction plan. SBi582,iiRelating to service of process on certain domestic and foreign entities for the collection of delinquent property taxes. SBi715,iiRelating to access to a child s’ medical records by the child s’ attorney ad litem, guardian ad litem, or amicus attorney. SBi716,iiRelating to the periodic review of the child support guidelines. SBi717,iiRelating to the purpose and duties of the Council on Children and Families. SBi785,iiRelating to the termination of the parent-child relationship and the duty to pay child support in circumstances involving mistaken paternity. SBi786,iiRelating to procedures for establishment, modification, and enforcement of child support obligations. SBi787,iiRelating to the admissibility of certain hearsay statements of a child in hearings on an application for a protective order. SBi788,iiRelating to certain statutory references to the Department of Family and Protective Services. SBi789,iiRelating to the duration of a protective order against family violence. SBi790,iiRelating to a tenant s’ failure to pay rent during an appeal of an eviction for nonpayment of rent. SBi817,iiRelating to the division of community property on dissolution of marriage. SBi818,iiRelating to certain temporary orders in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship during a parent s’ military deployment. SBi819,iiRelating to family violence and protective orders. SBi820,iiRelating to a court order for the possession of or access to a child under three years of age. SBi1017,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi1025,iiRelating to service of citation and appointment of an attorney ad litem for an indigent parent in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship. SBi1026,iiRelating to the powers and duties of an attorney ad litem appointed for a parent or an alleged father in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship. SBi1027,iiRelating to the provision of legal services by a guardian in connection with a guardianship. SBi1028,iiRelating to the appointment of counsel to represent an indigent defendant in a capital case and to the reimbursement of certain expenses incurred by appointed counsel. SBi1029,iiRelating to the designation of a person as a vexatious litigant. 5224 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5224

HARRIS, CHRISi — i(Continued) SBi1061,iiRelating to the requirements for an application for a tax warrant authorizing the seizure of personal property for the payment of ad valorem taxes. SBi1100,iiRelating to the designation of the Irving Diamond Interchange. SBi1106,iiRelating to the exchange of confidential information concerning certain juveniles. SBi1144,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi1145,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi1310,iiRelating to the creation of the Select Committee on Economic Development. SBi1359,iiRelating to the DNA database at the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. SBi1360,iiRelating to continuing education for physicians and nurses regarding the treatment of tick-borne diseases. SBi1422,iiRelating to coordinated county transportation authorities; creating an offense. SBi1457,iiRelating to administrative procedures for title insurance hearings, licensing, and enforcement. SBi1458,iiRelating to a study regarding the reenactment of the franchise tax credit for research and development expenditures. SBi1459,iiRelating to prohibiting certain private transfer fees and the preservation of private real property rights; providing penalties. SBi1460,iiRelating to energy savings performance contracts. SBi1490,iiRelating to the recording of proceedings and the issuance of a warrant to take physical custody of a child in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship; creating an offense. SBi1617,iiRelating to the discretionary transfer from a juvenile court to a criminal court of certain alleged offenses arising out of a single criminal transaction. SBi1654,iiRelating to local government authority to develop public infrastructure and facilities. SBi1738,iiRelating to insurance premium and maintenance taxes, and payment of excess losses of the Windstorm Insurance Association. SBi1824,iiRelating to the regulation of title insurance; providing criminal and administrative penalties. SBi1843,iiRelating to investigations of certain offenses involving the Internet-based sexual exploitation of a minor; creating the Internet crimes against children account to support those activities. SBi1887,iiRelating to the appointment of bailiffs in certain county criminal courts of Tarrant County. SJRi12,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. 5225 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5225

HARRIS, CHRISi — i(Continued) SJRi13,iiProposing a constitutional amendment requiring certain revenue collected by a public entity from the use of a tolled highway project in this state to be used only for roadways. SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi20,iiUrging the United States Congress to prevent the Environmental Protection Agency from regulating greenhouse gases for stationary sources. SCRi36,iiUrging the members of the Texas congressional delegation to provide to the legislature a cost analysis of the exact funding necessary for full enforcement of all immigration laws in Texas and to immediately report back to the legislature as to the status of that funding and directing the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house to send a delegation of members from both chambers to meet with members of Congress and members of the executive branch to discuss the border security crisis. SCRi37,iiDesignating August 7 as Purple Heart Day for a 10-year period beginning in 2011. SCRi47,iiInstructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 785. SCRi48,iiRecalling S.B. No. 785 from the governor for clerical correction. SRi8,iiRecognizing the Medical Center of Lewisville Grand Theater on the occasion of its grand opening. SRi10,iiRecognizing the Texas Christian University Horned Frogs football team on the occasion of its victory in the Rose Bowl. SRi11,iiIn memory of Jillian Smith of Arlington. SRi29,iiRecognizing Danny F. Vance of Arlington on the occasion of his retirement from the Trinity River Authority of Texas. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi48,iiCongratulating the Texas Rangers on winning the American League Championship and advancing to the World Series. SRi81,iiCelebrating January 26, 2011, as Arlington to Austin Day. SRi104,iiCelebrating February 1, 2011, as Baylor University Day at the State Capitol. SRi151,iiCelebrating February 8, 2011, as Irving Day at the State Capitol. SRi187,iiCongratulating the Marcus High School marching band on winning its third consecutive University Interscholastic League Class 5A marching band championship. SRi188,iiRecognizing The University of Texas at Arlington on the occasion of the dedication of the new Engineering Research Building. SRi189,iiCelebrating February 8, 2011, as Mansfield Day at the State Capitol. 5226 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5226

HARRIS, CHRISi — i(Continued) SRi208,iiRecognizing Stan Jaworski on the occasion of his retirement from the Federal Aviation Administration. SRi229,iiRecognizing Lou Spiegel on the occasion of her retirement from the Mansfield Independent School District. SRi230,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Kidney Day at the State Capitol. SRi285,iiRecognizing Phillip Baker for being selected for a Liberty Mutual Firemark Award by Liberty Mutual Insurance. SRi286,iiRecognizing Jack Barker of Coppell for being selected as a Distinguished Finalist by the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program. SRi299,iiCelebrating Texas Farm Bureau Day at the State Capitol. SRi300,iiCelebrating Tarrant County Days at the State Capitol on March 2 and 3, 2011. SRi301,iiRecognizing Flower Mound on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the town s’ incorporation. SRi311,iiRecognizing February 23, 2011, as Children s’ Advocacy Centers of Texas Day at the State Capitol. SRi312,iiWelcoming the members of Leadership Lewisville to Austin on February 21 and 22, 2011. SRi313,iiRecognizing February 21 and 22, 2011, as Denton County Days at the State Capitol. SRi355,iiRecognizing Ebby Halliday of Dallas on the occasion of her 100th birthday. SRi391,iiCongratulating the Hebron High School Girls ’ Volleyball Team on winning the University Interscholastic League Class 5A state championship title. SRi392,iiIn memory of Tom Vandergriff of Arlington. SRi445,iiRecognizing the members of the Leadership Flower Mound Class of 2011 on the occasion of their visit to Austin and the State Capitol. SRi448,iiCongratulating Maria Zuniga on her advancement to the national finals of the Poetry Out Loud: National Recitation Contest. SRi466,iiRecognizing the members of the Leadership Fort Worth Class of 2011 on the occasion of their visit to Austin and the State Capitol. SRi624,iiIn memory of Senator Don Kennard of Arlington. SRi625,iiRecognizing Sammy Andrews for his contributions to the sport of rodeo and the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. SRi676,iiRecognizing Billy Mills for his 35 years of service as Judge of County Criminal Court Number 3 in Tarrant County. SRi683,iiCommending Harmony Science Academy of Grand Prairie for its achievements. SRi694,iiRecognizing April 2011, as Scottish Heritage Month and celebrating National Tartan Day on April 6. 5227 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5227

HARRIS, CHRISi — i(Continued) SRi728,iiWelcoming the delegation from Furneaux Elementary School in Carrollton to the State Capitol. SRi775,iiRecognizing Scott Snow for his service on the board of trustees of the Mansfield Independent School District. SRi776,iiRecognizing Kimberly Ventura of Irving for being named Outstanding Marketing Student by the Texas Career and Technology Council. SRi809,iiRecognizing the students from Texas A&M University who are participating in policy internship programs in Austin. SRi856,iiRecognizing Gale Moericke for his service to the Mansfield Independent School District. SRi857,iiRecognizing Patricia Bridges Andrews for her contributions to her community and the state. SRi890,iiRecognizing Six Flags Over Texas on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. SRi891,iiCongratulating the Marcus High School Marauders boys ’ basketball team for winning a state championship. SRi939,iiRecognizing The University of Texas at Arlington women s’ tennis team for winning the Southland Conference championship title. SRi952,iiRecognizing Arlington Municipal Airport for receiving the 2011 Reliever Airport of the Year Award. SRi953,iiRecognizing the City of Dalworthington Gardens on the occasion of its 75th anniversary. SRi954,iiRecognizing Steven E. Simmons for his service to the Texas Department of Transportation. SRi976,iiRecognizing Janice McAfee of Arlington on the occasion of her retirement. SRi1229,iiRecognizing the Denton County Transportation Authority on its public launch of the first phase of its passenger rail.

HEGAR, GLENN SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi16,iiRelating to informed consent to an abortion. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi178,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi258,iiRelating to the pledge of allegiance to the state flag during a state flag retirement ceremony. SBi321,iiRelating to an employee ’s transportation and storage of certain firearms or ammunition while on certain property owned or controlled by the employee s’ employer. 5228 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5228

HEGAR, GLENNi — i(Continued) SBi354,iiRelating to the carrying of concealed handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. SBi378,iiRelating to the date by which a pest management zone or cotton grower may request an extension of the cotton stalk destruction deadline. SBi390,iiRelating to the continuing issuance of freshwater fishing stamps by the Parks and Wildlife Department. SBi404,iiRelating to health plan and health benefit plan coverage for abortions. SBi423,iiRelating to health insurance coverage and financial assistance for eligible survivors of certain public servants killed in the line of duty. SBi425,iiRelating to property and casualty certificates of insurance and approval of property and casualty certificate of insurance forms by the Texas Department of Insurance; providing penalties. SBi433,iiRelating to the de-annexation of land in Bastrop County by the Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District. SBi448,iiRelating to the amount of the permit fee for an on-site sewage disposal system. SBi480,iiRelating to certain appeals from judgments of municipal courts of record and to the recusal or disqualification of municipal judges. SBi512,iiRelating to the qualification of supervisors of a fresh water supply district. SBi519,iiRelating to the period during which a motion for a new trial in a criminal proceeding in a justice or municipal court must be made. SBi520,iiRelating to the creation, administration, powers, and duties of a county assistance district. SBi524,iiRelating to the issuance of certain permits for the movement of oversize or overweight vehicles. SBi542,iiRelating to the regulation of law enforcement officers by the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education. SBi543,iiRelating to a probate fee exemption for estates of certain law enforcement officers, firefighters, and others killed in the line of duty. SBi565,iiRelating to repeal of authority for the establishment and operation of the Trans-Texas Corridor and to the operation of vehicles on certain Texas roadways. SBi579,iiRelating to the total benefit amount under a prepaid funeral contract. SBi580,iiRelating to community assistance and economic development program activities of the Lavaca-Navidad River Authority. SBi629,iiRelating to the Ranch at Clear Fork Creek Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain. SBi630,iiRelating to the Ranch at Clear Fork Creek Municipal Utility District No. 2; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain. 5229 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5229

HEGAR, GLENNi — i(Continued) SBi644,iiRelating to the continuation and operation of the Texas Department of Insurance and the operation of certain insurance programs; imposing administrative penalties. SBi645,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the State Soil and Water Conservation Board. SBi646,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Forest Service. SBi647,iiRelating to the continuation and operation of the office of public insurance counsel. SBi648,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Commission on State Emergency Communications. SBi649,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation; providing penalties. SBi650,iiRelating to management of certain metropolitan rapid transit authorities. SBi651,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the office of injured employee counsel under the workers ’compensation program. SBi652,iiRelating to governmental and certain quasi-governmental entities subject to the sunset review process. SBi653,iiRelating to abolishing the Texas Youth Commission and the Texas Juvenile Probation Commission and transferring the powers and duties of those agencies to the newly created Texas Juvenile Justice Department and to the functions of the independent ombudsman that serves the department. SBi654,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Public Finance Authority. SBi655,iiRelating to the continuation, functions, and name of the Railroad Commission of Texas. SBi656,iiRelating to the abolition of the Coastal Coordination Council and the transfer of its functions to the General Land Office. SBi657,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and abolishing the On-site Wastewater Treatment Research Council. SBi658,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the division of workers ’compensation of the Texas Department of Insurance. SBi659,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Racing Commission, the abolishment of the Equine Research Account Advisory Committee, and the authority of Texas AgriLife Research; providing an administrative penalty. SBi660,iiRelating to the review and functions of the Texas Water Development Board, including the functions of the board and related entities in connection with the process for establishing and appealing desired future conditions in a groundwater management area. 5230 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5230

HEGAR, GLENNi — i(Continued) SBi661,iiRelating to the continuation and functions, as applicable, of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas, the Office of Public Utility Counsel, and the Public Utility Commission of Texas and to the transfer of certain functions from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the Public Utility Commission of Texas; imposing administrative penalties. SBi662,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology; providing an administrative penalty. SBi663,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the State Committee of Examiners in the Fitting and Dispensing of Hearing Instruments; providing an administrative penalty. SBi664,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Information Resources. SBi665,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. SBi683,iiRelating to the composition of the board of directors of the Gulf Coast Water Authority. SBi684,iiRelating to the transfer of the assets of and the dissolution of the Fort Bend County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1. SBi712,iiRelating to the administration of the universal service fund. SBi713,iiRelating to the procedure for certain small local exchange companies to propose to offer certain services or to make a minor change in a rate or tariff. SBi737,iiRelating to the management of groundwater production by groundwater conservation districts. SBi743,iiRelating to the designation of a segment of State Highway 71 as the 95th Division Memorial Highway. SBi751,iiRelating to the regulation of catfish and other siluriform fish intended for human consumption; providing civil and administrative penalties. SBi801,iiRelating to the authority of the seawall commission in Matagorda County to build and maintain recreational facilities near the seawall. SBi802,iiRelating to allowing the Aransas County Commissioners Court to charge interest on assessments for certain county road improvements. SBi803,iiRelating to venue projects in certain counties. SBi804,iiRelating to the use of revenue from the hotel occupancy tax by certain counties. SBi859,iiRelating to small and large employer health group cooperatives and to employer contributions to individual health insurance policies. SBi897,iiRelating to fishing tournament fraud; providing penalties. SBi901,iiRelating to approval from the Department of State Health Services for disposal of ambulances purchased with certain grant funds. 5231 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5231

HEGAR, GLENNi — i(Continued) SBi905,iiRelating to the application of certain concealed handgun license laws to statewide elected officials, certain current and former members of the legislature, and certain federal and state employees. SBi987,iiRelating to the term of office and qualifications for a director of the Colorado County Groundwater Conservation District. SBi1007,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi1041,iiRelating to the repeal of the goal for natural gas use. SBi1042,iiRelating to the eligibility of employees convicted of certain offenses to provide services under a contract with a public school. SBi1054,iiRelating to notice of acceptance or rejection of an insurance claim. SBi1082,iiRelating to strategic partnerships for the continuation of certain water districts annexed by a municipality and to certain restrictions on their use. SBi1083,iiRelating to development agreements governing land in a municipality ’s extraterritorial jurisdiction. SBi1130,iiRelating to the exception from required public disclosure of certain records of an appraisal district. SBi1131,iiRelating to the creation of magistrates in certain counties. SBi1132,iiRelating to the water rights permits issued to the Texas Water Development Board for the Allens Creek Reservoir. SBi1133,iiRelating to a report by the Public Utility Commission of Texas on the ability of electric generators to respond to abnormal weather conditions. SBi1134,iiRelating to the issuance of permits for certain facilities regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. SBi1135,iiRelating to regulation of gas pipelines; providing penalties. SBi1211,iiRelating to payment of claims to pharmacies and pharmacists. SBi1225,iiRelating to the disannexation of land in Caldwell County by the Gonzales County Underground Water Conservation District or the Plum Creek Conservation District. SBi1226,iiRelating to the ballot language for junior college district annexation elections. SBi1227,iiRelating to the payment of third-party claims under commercial and personal automobile insurance policies in this state. SBi1228,iiRelating to the duties of district clerks regarding certain electronic filing systems. SBi1256,iiRelating to the power of the Aransas County Navigation District to determine the amount of a check or bond necessary to purchase land from the district. SBi1257,iiRelating to the annexation by certain conservation and reclamation districts of noncontiguous land in another county. 5232 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5232

HEGAR, GLENNi — i(Continued) SBi1290,iiRelating to the creation of the Calhoun County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds. SBi1291,iiRelating to the budget of certain divisions of the Texas Department of Insurance. SBi1292,iiRelating to the issuance of a driver s’ license to a peace officer that includes an alternative to the officer s’ residence address. SBi1293,iiRelating to the amounts of administrative, civil, and criminal penalties for violations relating to certain pipelines. SBi1294,iiRelating to the imposition of administrative penalties by the Railroad Commission of Texas. SBi1295,iiRelating to the mining and reclamation of certain land previously affected by surface coal mining operations. SBi1296,iiRelating to the use of proceeds of bonds and other financial security filed with the Railroad Commission of Texas by certain persons under the jurisdiction of the commission and deposited in the oil-field cleanup fund. SBi1306,iiRelating to the procedures for and appeals of desired future conditions adopted by groundwater management areas. SBi1365,iiRelating to the distribution of money appropriated from the national research university fund. SBi1411,iiRelating to exemptions from the sales tax for certain firearms, hunting equipment, ammunition, and firearm or hunting accessories for a limited period. SBi1412,iiRelating to the permitting of certain small commercial development sewage collection, treatment, and disposal systems as on-site sewage disposal systems. SBi1413,iiRelating to the authority of certain counties to impose a county hotel occupancy tax and to the rate of the tax. SBi1420,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Transportation; providing penalties. SBi1476,iiRelating to the minimum continuing legal education requirements for an attorney employed in the executive branch of state government. SBi1477,iiRelating to differential pay and benefits for certain employees of emergency services districts who are members of the armed forces. SBi1478,iiRelating to deadlines for the Railroad Commission of Texas to review certain applications for surface coal mining operation permits. SBi1479,iiRelating to the coordination of uranium mining permitting activities by the Railroad Commission of Texas and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. SBi1480,iiRelating to the regulation of exotic aquatic species by the Parks and Wildlife Department; providing penalties. SBi1505,iiRelating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of a real property interest in oil or gas in place. 5233 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5233

HEGAR, GLENNi — i(Continued) SBi1624,iiRelating to Prairie View A&M University s’ eligibility to participate in the research development fund. SBi1625,iiRelating to the administration, powers, duties, and operation of the Edwards Aquifer Authority. SBi1626,iiRelating to the punishment for criminal mischief involving cattle, horses, and exotic livestock. SBi1627,iiRelating to creation and administration of a program to provide grants for certain elementary and secondary students for academic achievement. SBi1655,iiRelating to transparency and propagation of information regarding personal automobile and residential property insurance rates, policies, and complaints. SBi1843,iiRelating to investigations of certain offenses involving the Internet-based sexual exploitation of a minor; creating the Internet crimes against children account to support those activities. SBi1848,iiRelating to the distribution of the emergency service fee for wireless telecommunications connections and the prepaid 9-1-1 emergency service fee. SBi1849,iiRelating to furthering stability and affordable service in the communications industry through the universal service fund. SBi1877,iiRelating to the creation of the Oatman Hill Municipal Utility District; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain. SBi1888,iiRelating to the creation of the Fulshear Town Center Management District; providing authority to impose an assessment, impose a tax, and issue bonds. SBi1891,iiRelating to the creation of North Fort Bend County Improvement District No. 1; providing authority to levy an assessment, impose a tax, and issue bonds. SBi1895,iiRelating to director elections and powers of the Texana Groundwater Conservation District. SBi1932,iiRelating to the appointment of a master in chancery to oversee, and payment of certain expenses in, an insurance receivership. SJRi4,iiProposing a constitutional amendment providing for the issuance of additional general obligation bonds by the Texas Water Development Board. SJRi25,iiProposing a constitutional amendment providing for the issuance of additional general obligation bonds by the Texas Water Development Board. SCRi1,iiClaiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the United States Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist certain mandates, affirming that the right to keep and bear arms was reserved to the states, and providing that all compulsory federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi11,iiDesignating May 22 of each year from 2011 through 2020 as William Elmo Merrem Day in honor of the first Eagle Scout from Texas. 5234 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5234

HEGAR, GLENNi — i(Continued) SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi18,iiDesignating a portion of the city of Gonzales as the official Texas History Museum District. SCRi59,iiInstructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1082. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi168,iiCommending the students, faculty, and staff of Saint Mary s’ University. SRi263,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Orange and Maroon Legislative Day. SRi422,iiIn memory of Jack Francis Bowen of Victoria. SRi677,iiCommending John W. Griffin, Jr. on his service as chairman of the board of the American Diabetes Association. SRi809,iiRecognizing the students from Texas A&M University who are participating in policy internship programs in Austin. SRi824,iiCommending the Texas A&M University women s’ basketball team on winning the National Collegiate Athletic Association national championship. SRi1177,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 321. SRi1231,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1517. SRi1240,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 652. SRi1261,iiCommending the citizens of Smithville on their Texas Soldiers Memorial proposal.

HINOJOSA, JUAN "CHUY" SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi26,iiRelating to the use of person first respectful language in reference to individuals with disabilities. SBi34,iiRelating to the establishment and operation of the Texas Women Veterans Program. SBi44,iiRelating to the detention and transportation of a person with a mental illness. SBi58,iiRelating to the designation of segments of State Highway 359, State Highway 16, and State Highway 285 as the Veterans of the Korean War Memorial Highway. SBi121,iiRelating to photograph and live lineup identification procedures in criminal cases. SBi122,iiRelating to postconviction forensic DNA analysis. SBi123,iiRelating to the electronic recording and admissibility of certain custodial interrogations. 5235 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5235

HINOJOSA, JUAN "CHUY"i — i(Continued) SBi145,iiRelating to student loan repayment assistance for nurses employed as faculty members at certain institutions of higher education. SBi146,iiRelating to the offense of smuggling of persons and unlawful transport of an individual; providing penalties. SBi147,iiRelating to prior approval of residential property insurance rates of certain insurers. SBi170,iiRelating to the reorganization of powers and duties among agencies in this state that provide representation to indigent defendants in criminal cases and to the reorganization of funding sources for indigent defense. SBi171,iiRelating to disclosure of calorie content and nutrition information by certain food establishments; providing an administrative penalty. SBi201,iiRelating to the calculation of ad valorem taxes on the residence homestead of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran for the tax year in which the veteran qualifies or ceases to qualify for an exemption from taxation of the homestead. SBi272,iiRelating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education. SBi288,iiRelating to authorizing the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas to operate one or more southbound vehicle checkpoints near the international border of this state for the purpose of preventing certain criminal offenses. SBi294,iiRelating to authorizing the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas and the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission to investigate the feasibility of and cooperate in the establishment of southbound checkpoints along the international border of this state. SBi316,iiRelating to criminal asset forfeiture, the disposition of proceeds and property from criminal asset forfeiture, and accountability for that disposition; providing civil penalties. SBi329,iiRelating to the sale, recovery, and recycling of certain television equipment; providing administrative penalties. SBi355,iiRelating to the elimination of smoking in certain workplaces and public places; providing penalties. SBi356,iiRelating to awards for certain members of the state military forces inducted into federal service in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom, New Dawn, and Enduring Freedom. SBi357,iiRelating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran or the principal residence of the surviving minor children of such a disabled veteran. SBi407,iiRelating to the creation of the offense of electronic transmission of certain visual material depicting a minor and to certain educational programs concerning the prevention and awareness of that offense. SBi497,iiRelating to the construction or expansion of a wind-powered electric generation facility located near a federally owned or operated radar installation or military installation; providing an administrative penalty. 5236 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5236

HINOJOSA, JUAN "CHUY"i — i(Continued) SBi631,iiRelating to statutory references to the common electronic infrastructure project formerly known as TexasOnline. SBi632,iiRelating to the application of the Information Resources Management Act to public junior colleges and public junior college districts. SBi633,iiRelating to the educational scope of Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi. SBi634,iiRelating to the punishment for certain intoxication offenses. SBi649,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation; providing penalties. SBi653,iiRelating to abolishing the Texas Youth Commission and the Texas Juvenile Probation Commission and transferring the powers and duties of those agencies to the newly created Texas Juvenile Justice Department and to the functions of the independent ombudsman that serves the department. SBi659,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Racing Commission, the abolishment of the Equine Research Account Advisory Committee, and the authority of Texas AgriLife Research; providing an administrative penalty. SBi660,iiRelating to the review and functions of the Texas Water Development Board, including the functions of the board and related entities in connection with the process for establishing and appealing desired future conditions in a groundwater management area. SBi665,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. SBi666,iiRelating to identification requirements for certain fire hydrants and flush valves. SBi726,iiRelating to the establishment of the judicial access and improvement account to provide funding for basic civil legal services, indigent defense, and judicial technical support through certain county service fees and court costs imposed to fund the account. SBi736,iiRelating to membership of local school health advisory councils. SBi783,iiRelating to the authority of certain counties to provide health care services. SBi784,iiRelating to librarians employed by school districts. SBi806,iiRelating to considering ownership interests of disabled veterans in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting. SBi810,iiRelating to the boundaries of the Ingleside Cove Wildlife Sanctuary. SBi877,iiRelating to a verification of the incarceration of an accused person in a criminal case for the purpose of discharging a surety s’ liability on a bail bond. SBi903,iiRelating to the punishment for certain intoxication offenses. SBi904,iiRelating to the eligibility of certain citizens residing outside the United States to vote a full ballot. SBi905,iiRelating to the application of certain concealed handgun license laws to statewide elected officials, certain current and former members of the legislature, and certain federal and state employees. 5237 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5237

HINOJOSA, JUAN "CHUY"i — i(Continued) SBi945,iiRelating to authorizing a lower-division institution of higher education to award an associate degree to a student enrolled in a four-year public institution of higher education who previously attended the lower-division institution. SBi966,iiRelating to high school diplomas for certain military veterans. SBi971,iiRelating to an emergency public service messaging network. SBi972,iiRelating to the taking of a defendant s’ bail bond by county jailers. SBi973,iiRelating to the reformation of the sentences of juveniles convicted of capital felonies after being transferred to criminal court. SBi974,iiRelating to permitted uses of image comparison technology by the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas. SBi975,iiRelating to the operation of dropout recovery programs by certain public junior colleges in partnership with school districts. SBi976,iiRelating to the supervised reentry into the community of certain inmates nearing their date of discharge from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. SBi977,iiRelating to the imposition, use, rebate, and refund of certain taxes related to certain hotel business revenue. SBi978,iiRelating to procedures for the dissolution of the Hidalgo County Water Improvement District No. 3. SBi1000,iiRelating to self-directed and semi-independent status of the Texas Real Estate Commission; making an appropriation. SBi1053,iiRelating to notice of and issuance of a permit for the construction or expansion of a wind-powered electric generation facility located near a federally owned or operated radar installation or military installation. SBi1116,iiRelating to the enforcement and punishment of certain prohibited conduct that occurs on a public school campus or on a vehicle owned by a county or school district. SBi1118,iiRelating to the operation of video lottery games by licensed horse and greyhound racetrack operators, to a defense for the operation of video lottery by Indian tribes, to the authority of the Texas Lottery Commission and the Texas Racing Commission, and to the conduct of gambling in this state; providing penalties. SBi1186,iiRelating to the enterprise zone program. SBi1220,iiRelating to the advisory committee on Medicaid and child health plan program rate and expenditure disparities between the Texas-Mexico border region and other areas of the state. SBi1221,iiRelating to subrogation of certain costs for services provided or paid by the Nueces County Hospital District. SBi1222,iiRelating to recovery of the value of fraudulently obtained health care services provided or paid by the Nueces County Hospital District. 5238 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5238

HINOJOSA, JUAN "CHUY"i — i(Continued) SBi1223,iiRelating to the service retirement annuity for appellate judges under the Judicial Retirement System Plan Two. SBi1248,iiRelating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 499 as the Colonel Bill Card Boulevard. SBi1261,iiRelating to the operation of dropout recovery programs by public junior colleges in partnership with school districts. SBi1297,iiRelating to creating the offense of altering a disabled parking placard. SBi1298,iiRelating to the authority of counties to nominate projects in the extraterritorial jurisdictions of certain municipalities for designation as enterprise projects. SBi1309,iiRelating to rate adjustments by gas utilities. SBi1311,iiRelating to the designation of certain highways as part of the Purple Heart Trail. SBi1318,iiRelating to design, construction, and renovation standards for state buildings and facilities. SBi1321,iiRelating to the regulation of the towing and storage of vehicles. SBi1360,iiRelating to continuing education for physicians and nurses regarding the treatment of tick-borne diseases. SBi1363,iiRelating to county and municipal land development regulations; providing a penalty. SBi1365,iiRelating to the distribution of money appropriated from the national research university fund. SBi1404,iiRelating to the deadline for filing a suit to compel an appraisal review board to change an appraisal roll. SBi1405,iiRelating to the right of a person exempt from registration as a property tax consultant who files a protest with the appraisal review board on behalf of a property owner to receive notices from the board regarding the property subject to the protest. SBi1406,iiRelating to county regulation of property maintenance; imposing a penalty. SBi1416,iiRelating to the creation of the offense of possession, manufacture, transportation, repair, or sale of a tire deflation device and to the offense of attempting to evade arrest through the use of a vehicle or a tire deflation device; providing criminal penalties. SBi1417,iiRelating to the limitation of liability of certain landowners. SBi1418,iiRelating to filling certain vacancies on the governing body of certain home-rule municipalities. SBi1419,iiRelating to the establishment by the Texas Forensic Science Commission of a DNA laboratory audit program. SBi1420,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Transportation; providing penalties. SBi1429,iiRelating to regulating certain persons that generate or transport scrap tires; providing a civil penalty. 5239 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5239

HINOJOSA, JUAN "CHUY"i — i(Continued) SBi1463,iiRelating to the processing fee charged for a dishonored payment device. SBi1471,iiRelating to land reclamation projects using tires. SBi1473,iiRelating to the expunction of records and files relating to a person s’ arrest. SBi1504,iiRelating to the disposal or storage of waste at, or adjacent to, the Texas Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Compact waste disposal facility. SBi1522,iiRelating to the entering of a plea in a criminal case by a defendant confined in a penal institution. SBi1523,iiRelating to the liability of the state for a violation of the federal Americans with Disabilities Act. SBi1524,iiRelating to the payment and distribution of consumer assistance funds in an action by the attorney general. SBi1525,iiRelating to the district court records archive fee. SBi1526,iiRelating to discovery in a criminal case. SBi1527,iiRelating to the monitoring of compliance with low-income and moderate-income housing ad valorem tax exemptions. SBi1528,iiRelating to taxation of property owned or controlled by a public facility corporation. SBi1529,iiRelating to the date by which law enforcement agencies must report arrests to the Department of Public Safety. SBi1530,iiRelating to procedures for certain persons charged with certain new offenses or an administrative violation of a condition of release from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice on parole or to mandatory supervision. SBi1531,iiRelating to the amount of a surcharge assessed on conviction of certain offenses relating to the operating of a motor vehicle while intoxicated against the driver s’ license of persons who complete an alcohol or drug treatment program. SBi1532,iiRelating to a photograph on a personal identification certificate, driver s’ license, or commercial driver s’ license. SBi1533,iiRelating to restrictions on school districts making available to students food containing industrially produced trans fat. SBi1590,iiRelating to the Texas Economic Development Act. SBi1648,iiRelating to the establishment of a system health center by a university system. SBi1657,iiRelating to claims for and distribution of unclaimed land grant mineral proceeds. SBi1658,iiRelating to the duties of and investigations conducted by the Texas Forensic Science Commission, the administrative attachment of the Texas Forensic Science Commission to Sam Houston State University, and the accreditation of criminal laboratories by the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas. SBi1722,iiRelating to the confidentiality of certain information pertaining to the State Commission on Judicial Conduct. 5240 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5240

HINOJOSA, JUAN "CHUY"i — i(Continued) SBi1734,iiRelating to tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for certain Texas military veterans. SBi1761,iiRelating to the name, organization, and powers of the Port of Corpus Christi Authority of Nueces County, Texas. SBi1762,iiRelating to state financing of public transportation. SBi1796,iiRelating to the creation of the Texas Coordinating Council for Veterans Services. SBi1823,iiRelating to guaranteed student loans and alternative education loans. SBi1843,iiRelating to investigations of certain offenses involving the Internet-based sexual exploitation of a minor; creating the Internet crimes against children account to support those activities. SBi1875,iiRelating to the governing body and the powers of the Agua Special Utility District. SJRi4,iiProposing a constitutional amendment providing for the issuance of additional general obligation bonds by the Texas Water Development Board. SJRi14,iiProposing 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 100 percent or totally disabled veteran. SJRi25,iiProposing a constitutional amendment providing for the issuance of additional general obligation bonds by the Texas Water Development Board. SJRi33,iiProposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a state video lottery system to operate video lottery games at certain horse and greyhound racetracks and providing that federally recognized Indian tribes are not prohibited from conducting games of chance on certain Indian lands. SJRi41,iiProposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a home-rule municipality to provide in its charter the procedure to fill a vacancy on its governing body for which the unexpired term is 24 months or less. SCRi5,iiRequesting the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house of representatives to provide for a joint interim legislative study regarding the development and potential economic impact of a cruise industry on the Texas coast between Calhoun and Cameron Counties. SCRi25,iiExpressing continued support for the construction of a monument on Capitol grounds recognizing Texans who served in the Vietnam War. SCRi36,iiUrging the members of the Texas congressional delegation to provide to the legislature a cost analysis of the exact funding necessary for full enforcement of all immigration laws in Texas and to immediately report back to the legislature as to the status of that funding and directing the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house to send a delegation of members from both chambers to meet with members of Congress and members of the executive branch to discuss the border security crisis. SCRi37,iiDesignating August 7 as Purple Heart Day for a 10-year period beginning in 2011. 5241 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5241

HINOJOSA, JUAN "CHUY"i — i(Continued) SCRi38,iiRequesting the lieutenant governor and speaker to provide for a joint interim legislative study on the availability of medical treatment for patients with Lyme disease in Texas. SCRi41,iiDesignating the red drum as the official State Saltwater Fish of Texas. SCRi60,iiInstructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1420. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi75,iiCommending Ram Chavez on his service to our nation. SRi76,iiCommending Frank Alaniz on his service to our nation. SRi77,iiRecognizing Richard Valent for his service to his country. SRi78,iiCommending Roberto Callejo on his service to our nation. SRi84,iiHonoring the victims of violence along our border with Mexico and paying tribute to the men and women who are working tirelessly to end it. SRi110,iiRecognizing February 9, 2011, as Port Aransas Day at the State Capitol. SRi111,iiRecognizing February 1, 2011, as McAllen Day at the State Capitol. SRi118,iiCelebrating January 27, 2011, as The University of Texas–Pan American Day at the State Capitol. SRi164,iiCommending the Texas 4-H and Youth Development Program on its many contributions to the young people of Texas. SRi197,iiDeclaring February 10, 2011, Jim Wells County Day at the State Capitol. SRi210,iiRecognizing the "No Excuses!" BBQ Challenge and Music Festival as a Texas State Barbecue Championship competition. SRi211,iiIn memory of Philip Dale Reich of Bishop. SRi215,iiRecognizing Richard Lee Drewry on the occasion of his retirement from the Edinburg Volunteer Fire Department. SRi216,iiCommending Matthew Franke on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi225,iiRecognizing the Boys and Girls Clubs of Texas for the valuable contribution they make to the young people of this state. SRi250,iiRecognizing Beatriz Zapata on the occasion of her retirement from the Office of the Attorney General of Texas. SRi264,iiRecognizing February 16, 2011, as Mission Day at the State Capitol. SRi281,iiHonoring the Autism Council for Educational Support and Scientific Studies and the Rio Grande Valley Task Force of the Texas Council on Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders. SRi325,iiPaying tribute to Barbara Jordan in honor of the 75th anniversary of her birth. SRi345,iiRecognizing David H. Dewhurst for being named the 2011 Border Texan of the Year. SRi353,iiIn memory of Ernest Frank Bennett, Jr., of Corpus Christi. 5242 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5242

HINOJOSA, JUAN "CHUY"i — i(Continued) SRi354,iiIn memory of Edward Galvan of Corpus Christi. SRi365,iiRecognizing March 1, 2011, as Coastal Bend Day at the State Capitol. SRi366,iiRecognizing the Valley Alliance of Mentors for Opportunities and Scholarships on the occasion of its 15th anniversary. SRi413,iiRecognizing March 8, 2011, as Edinburg Day at the State Capitol. SRi492,iiCommending Jacob Thomas Gaslin for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi493,iiCommending Matthew Franke for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi511,iiRecognizing the citizens of Jim Wells County on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. SRi524,iiCongratulating Alda T. Benavides on being named Distinguished Bilingual Educator of the Year by the Rio Grande Valley-Texas Association for Bilingual Educators. SRi525,iiIn memory of Richard R. "Dik" Johnson of Corpus Christi. SRi526,iiRecognizing Texas Smiles Family Dentistry of Mission on the occasion of its grand opening. SRi527,iiIn memory of Jose Emilio Barrera. SRi528,iiCongratulating Jaime Rangel on being named Lord High Chamberlain of the 2011 Buccaneer Days Coronation Pageant, the Court of Legendary Couture. SRi565,iiRecognizing H-E-B on the occasion of its 80th year in Corpus Christi. SRi566,iiRecognizing Gloria Galvan for her selection as the 2010-2011 Faculty Representative of the Year by the Texas Classroom Teachers ’Association. SRi622,iiRecognizing the barbecue cook-off at the Hispanic Heritage Fiesta as a Texas State Barbecue Championship competition. SRi649,iiRecognizing March 29, 2011, as Vietnam Veterans Day at the State Capitol. SRi652,iiIn memory of Colton Wesley Rusk of Orange Grove. SRi662,iiRecognizing Larry Gallardo for being named the 2010 Constable of the Year by the National Constables Association. SRi663,iiIn memory of Jeff Bell. SRi702,iiRecognizing the Alice Evening Lions Club s’ Barbeque Turkey Throwdown Cook-off as a Texas State Barbecue Championship competition. SRi703,iiCommending the Veterans Band of Corpus Christi and the Port of Corpus Christi for hosting an event for Vietnam veterans from South Texas. SRi729,iiRecognizing the Corpus Christi West Oso High School Bears boys ’basketball team for winning the 2011 Class 3A state championship title. SRi737,iiRecognizing Rene G. Garza for being named Mission High School Teacher of the Year. SRi738,iiRecognizing Rene Garza II for being named Pearson Elementary School Teacher of the Year. 5243 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5243

HINOJOSA, JUAN "CHUY"i — i(Continued) SRi739,iiEncouraging Texas employers to hire veterans. SRi763,iiRecognizing April 18, 2011, as Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi Day at the State Capitol. SRi764,iiRecognizing Del Mar College in Corpus Christi on the occasion of its 75th anniversary. SRi797,iiWelcoming the 2011 Feria de las Flores contestants to the State Capitol. SRi813,iiCongratulating Govind Nadkarni on being named vice president for the Southern Zone of the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying. SRi852,iiRecognizing Sofia Garza for winning a Texas Media Award from the Texas Library Association. SRi853,iiRecognizing David Julian Villarreal for winning a Texas Media Award from the Texas Library Association. SRi854,iiRecognizing Therese Baldado for winning a Texas Media Award from the Texas Library Association. SRi855,iiIn memory of Ted Lee Bullard. SRi884,iiIn memory of Janie Cuellar Salinas. SRi886,iiObserving May of 2011 as Fight Arthritis Pain Month in Texas. SRi893,iiCommending Martha L. Valencia on her contributions to the citizens of South Texas. SRi896,iiRecognizing The University of Texas Community Outreach program. SRi902,iiRecognizing May 4, 2011, as United Technologies Corporation Legislative Day at the State Capitol. SRi928,iiIn memory of Michael A. Allen of McAllen. SRi967,iiRecognizing Rolando Castan˜eda on his retirement from the Texas Department of Public Safety. SRi981,iiCongratulating Bridget McKeever of Corpus Christi on her installation as president of the Texas Medical Association Alliance. SRi982,iiRecognizing Sophie Redwine Susser on the occasion of her Bat Mitzvah. SRi983,iiRecognizing the Veterans Band of Corpus Christi on the occasion of its 25th anniversary. SRi1016,iiIn memory of Loren Hall of Corpus Christi. SRi1017,iiRecognizing Enrique Espinoza, Jr., on the occasion of his retirement from the Texas Department of Public Safety. SRi1041,iiCongratulating the Alice High School Academic Decathlon team on winning the 2011 national championship. SRi1082,iiCongratulating the recipients of the H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards. SRi1129,iiCommending Colleen McHugh on her service to The University of Texas System Board of Regents. 5244 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5244

HINOJOSA, JUAN "CHUY"i — i(Continued) SRi1131,iiCommending Amanda Aguilera on being named Youth of the Year for District 20 by the Rio Grande Valley Sector of the United States Border Patrol. SRi1133,iiRecognizing Lydia G. Sandoval for her 25 years of service at Lone Star National Bank in McAllen. SRi1134,iiIn memory of Glennis Waltz "Gee" Anderson of Corpus Christi. SRi1173,iiIn memory of Edward H. Harte of Corpus Christi. SRi1195,iiRecognizing Rachelle Grace for receiving an H-E-B Excellence in Education Award in the Leadership category for secondary schools. SRi1196,iiIn memory of Humberto Lozano Lopez of Robstown. SRi1197,iiIn memory of Oscar Raul Ca´rdenas of McAllen. SRi1217,iiIn memory of Alida Salinas Hernandez of McAllen. SRi1228,iiRecognizing Omar Ochoa on the occasion of his graduation from The University of Texas School of Law. SRi1246,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1420. SRi1250,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 660.

HUFFMAN, JOAN SBi9,iiRelating to homeland security; providing penalties. SBi13,iiRelating to the reform of certain remedies and procedures in civil actions. SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi21,iiRelating to the establishment of a voluntary compensation plan as an alternative to litigation. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi25,iiRelating to the Interstate Health Care Compact. SBi34,iiRelating to the establishment and operation of the Texas Women Veterans Program. SBi151,iiRelating to the eligibility of certain persons to receive a sentence of community supervision, including deferred adjudication community supervision. SBi152,iiRelating to the admissibility of evidence of other similar offenses in the prosecution of certain sexual offenses. SBi153,iiRelating to the authority of a judge to suspend the imposition of a sentence and place a defendant on community supervision. 5245 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5245

HUFFMAN, JOANi — i(Continued) SBi154,iiRelating to the imposition of consecutive fines in sentencing a defendant for offenses arising out of the same criminal episode. SBi155,iiRelating to the eligibility of certain school district employees to participate or be enrolled in certain group health benefit programs. SBi156,iiRelating to health care data collected by the Department of State Health Services and access to certain confidential patient information within the department, including data and confidential patient information concerning bleeding and clotting disorders, and other issues related to bleeding and clotting disorders. SBi176,iiRelating to student eligibility for tuition rebates offered by general academic teaching institutions. SBi177,iiRelating to the licensing and regulation of physicians. SBi178,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi190,iiRelating to the licensing and regulation of physicians, physician assistants, acupuncturists, and surgical assistants. SBi203,iiRelating to the punishment prescribed for burglary of a vehicle and to grants of community supervision to persons who commit that offense. SBi217,iiRelating to expulsion of a public school student who commits certain criminal acts involving a computer, computer network, or computer system owned by or operated on behalf of a school district. SBi239,iiRelating to the conduct that constitutes an offense for the delivery of drug paraphernalia to a person younger than 18 years of age. SBi240,iiRelating to examination requirements for certain applicants for a license to practice medicine. SBi305,iiRelating to the punishment prescribed for burglary of a vehicle and to grants of community supervision to persons who commit that offense. SBi306,iiRelating to the filing of an affidavit to perfect a restitution lien in a criminal case. SBi325,iiRelating to the automatic enrollment of certain women in the demonstration project for women s’ health care services. SBi331,iiRelating to designating certain synthetic cannabinoids as controlled substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act; providing penalties and establishing certain criminal consequences or procedures. SBi377,iiRelating to the murder of a child as a capital offense. SBi427,iiRelating to exempting United States attorneys and assistant United States attorneys from certain requirements for obtaining or renewing a concealed handgun license. SBi428,iiRelating to notice to a judgment debtor of the filing of a foreign judgment. SBi484,iiRelating to the release of a photograph of a police officer and access to records maintained by internal investigative divisions in certain municipalities. 5246 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5246

HUFFMAN, JOANi — i(Continued) SBi485,iiRelating to proper venue for certain criminal prosecutions of mortgage fraud. SBi486,iiRelating to creating the offense of sexual voyeurism; providing a penalty and other civil consequences. SBi487,iiRelating to increasing the penalty for the offense of leaving the scene of an accident that involves personal injury or death. SBi528,iiRelating to meetings of the University of Houston System Board of Regents. SBi529,iiRelating to the regulation of motor vehicle dealers, manufacturers, distributors, and representatives. SBi530,iiRelating to granting limited state law enforcement authority to special agents of the Office of Inspector General of the United States Social Security Administration and to updating certain references related to the grant of that authority to other federal law enforcement personnel. SBi651,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the office of injured employee counsel under the workers ’compensation program. SBi656,iiRelating to the abolition of the Coastal Coordination Council and the transfer of its functions to the General Land Office. SBi657,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and abolishing the On-site Wastewater Treatment Research Council. SBi658,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the division of workers ’compensation of the Texas Department of Insurance. SBi682,iiRelating to access to criminal history record information that relates to a person who is an applicant for appointment to an appraisal review board. SBi683,iiRelating to the composition of the board of directors of the Gulf Coast Water Authority. SBi684,iiRelating to the transfer of the assets of and the dissolution of the Fort Bend County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1. SBi685,iiRelating to the release on bond of certain persons arrested for a misdemeanor without a warrant in certain counties. SBi686,iiRelating to the extension of the period of community supervision for certain defendants who fail to pay restitution. SBi687,iiRelating to interception of wire, oral, or electronic communications for law enforcement purposes. SBi715,iiRelating to access to a child s’ medical records by the child s’ attorney ad litem, guardian ad litem, or amicus attorney. SBi779,iiRelating to a central database containing information about certain persons who have been convicted of or received a grant of deferred adjudication for certain offenses involving animal cruelty; providing a criminal penalty. 5247 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5247

HUFFMAN, JOANi — i(Continued) SBi866,iiRelating to the education of public school students with dyslexia, the education and training of educators who teach students with dyslexia, and the assessment of students with dyslexia attending an institution of higher education. SBi887,iiRelating to the penalty for theft of an automated teller machine or the contents or components of an automated teller machine. SBi945,iiRelating to authorizing a lower-division institution of higher education to award an associate degree to a student enrolled in a four-year public institution of higher education who previously attended the lower-division institution. SBi968,iiRelating to certain costs used to fund court-appointed volunteer advocate programs. SBi1007,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi1009,iiRelating to requiring public institutions of higher education to notify the federal Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) regarding the withdrawal or nonattendance of certain foreign students. SBi1010,iiRelating to providing a victim, guardian of a victim, or close relative of a deceased victim with notice of a plea bargain agreement in certain criminal cases. SBi1011,iiRelating to the exclusion of certain witnesses during a criminal proceeding. SBi1012,iiRelating to the payment of certain costs and expenses of a juvenile case manager. SBi1098,iiRelating to certain offenses involving unauthorized recordings. SBi1106,iiRelating to the exchange of confidential information concerning certain juveniles. SBi1247,iiRelating to the creation of Jefferson County Management District No. 1; providing authority to impose an assessment, impose a tax, and issue bonds. SBi1353,iiRelating to certain claims against persons licensed as real estate brokers and salespersons. SBi1365,iiRelating to the distribution of money appropriated from the national research university fund. SBi1503,iiRelating to procedures regarding certain criminal defendants who are or may be persons with mental illness or mental retardation.

SBi1784,iiRelating to workers ’ compensation insurance coverage for certain workplaces; providing administrative penalties. SBi1879,iiRelating to the option of providing electronic recordings of proceedings in the municipal court of record for the City of Houston. SBi1880,iiRelating to the powers and duties of the Imperial Redevelopment District; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds. 5248 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5248

HUFFMAN, JOANi — i(Continued) SCRi4,iiUrging the government of the Republic of Turkey to uphold and safeguard religious and human rights, cease discrimination against the Ecumenical Patriarchate and recognize its international status, grant the Ecumenical Patriarchate the authority to determine ecclesiastical succession and the right to train clergy of all nationalities, and respect the property rights of the Ecumenical Patriarchate and the human rights of its personnel. SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi16,iiDesignating the month of March each year from 2011 through 2020 as Women Veterans Month in tribute to the immeasurable contributions that women in the military have made to this nation. SCRi36,iiUrging the members of the Texas congressional delegation to provide to the legislature a cost analysis of the exact funding necessary for full enforcement of all immigration laws in Texas and to immediately report back to the legislature as to the status of that funding and directing the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house to send a delegation of members from both chambers to meet with members of Congress and members of the executive branch to discuss the border security crisis. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi67,iiRecognizing the Turquoise Council of Americans and Eurasians on the occasion of its Turkic-Texan Friendship Reception and Awards Dinner. SRi85,iiCommending Fethullah Gu¨len for his contributions to the promotion of global peace. SRi274,iiRecognizing February 16, 2011, as Chambers County Day at the State Capitol. SRi287,iiRecognizing the Freeport Host Lions Club 2011 Fishing Fiesta Barbecue Cook-off as a Texas State Barbecue Championship competition. SRi288,iiCommending Jacob Dillon Ray for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi289,iiRecognizing Brian Vispo for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi290,iiCommending Michael Joseph Bonner for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi291,iiCommending Brook Allen Chatagnier for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi292,iiCommending Christopher Roberts for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi293,iiCommending Blake Edward Temple for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi294,iiCommending William Marshall Alexander for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi295,iiCommending Edward Dennis Alexander for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi311,iiRecognizing February 23, 2011, as Children s’ Advocacy Centers of Texas Day at the State Capitol. 5249 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5249

HUFFMAN, JOANi — i(Continued) SRi346,iiIn memory of Melissa Susan Mitchell-Manning of Houston. SRi352,iiRecognizing February 23, 2011, as Texas Dental Association Day at the State Capitol. SRi381,iiRecognizing February 28 through March 1, 2011, as Golden Triangle Days at the State Capitol. SRi409,iiProclaiming March 3, 2011, Texas Federation of Republican Women Legislative Day at the State Capitol. SRi441,iiRecognizing March 8, 2011, as Brazoria County Day at the State Capitol. SRi561,iiCommending Jeffrey Pagonis for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi562,iiCommending Jillian Ross for earning a Girl Scout Gold Award. SRi623,iiRecognizing March 28, 2011, as Leadership Southeast Texas Day at the State Capitol. SRi651,iiRecognizing March 30, 2011, as Pachyderm Day at the State Capitol. SRi799,iiIn memory of Nicolis Terrel Williams of Sugar Land. SRi814,iiCommending John Michael Morris-Esparza for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi815,iiCommending Nicholas Graham Bayley for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi899,iiCommending Matthew Arthur Hess for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi900,iiCommending Michael Travis Martin for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi901,iiRecognizing October of 2011 as Inflammatory Breast Cancer Awareness Month. SRi1212,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B.No. 2694. SRi1215,iiRecognizing Eric Sermeno on the occasion of his graduation from the Texas School for the Deaf. SRi1216,iiRecognizing Brett Kolaja for his 12 years of service to the City Council of Missouri City. SRi1225,iiRecognizing Leon Hale on the occasion of his 90th birthday. SRi1248,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2605.

JACKSON, MIKE SBi2,iiRelating to certain economic and workforce development programs through which employers may receive grants and subsidies. SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi178,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. 5250 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5250

JACKSON, MIKEi — i(Continued) SBi252,iiRelating to the management, breeding, and destruction of deer and to procedures regarding certain deer permits. SBi324,iiRelating to the course levels offered by the University of Houston-Clear Lake. SBi354,iiRelating to the carrying of concealed handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. SBi431,iiRelating to the use of fraudulent or fictitious military records; creating an offense. SBi432,iiRelating to the penalty for failure to make a timely installment payment of ad valorem taxes on property in a disaster area. SBi446,iiRelating to encumbrances that may be fixed on homestead property. SBi447,iiRelating to the regulation of solar energy devices by a property owners ’association. SBi497,iiRelating to the construction or expansion of a wind-powered electric generation facility located near a federally owned or operated radar installation or military installation; providing an administrative penalty. SBi498,iiRelating to the trapping and transport of surplus white-tailed deer. SBi499,iiRelating to the identification of breeder deer by microchips. SBi500,iiRelating to the authority of the governing body of a local authority to impose a civil penalty for certain violations recorded by an automated traffic control system or a photographic traffic signal enforcement system. SBi503,iiRelating to coverage for certain towing and storage expenses under a motor vehicle insurance policy. SBi563,iiRelating to the efficiency of the operations of, and certain information regarding services provided by, the Texas Workforce Commission; providing a criminal penalty. SBi569,iiRelating to the rates charged by certain conservation and reclamation districts for potable water or wastewater service to recreational vehicle parks. SBi638,iiRelating to the computation of a surplus credit for certain successor employing units. SBi711,iiRelating to the confidentiality of certain identifying information regarding students of career schools or colleges and other educational entities; providing a criminal penalty. SBi944,iiRelating to the creation of an advisory committee to make recommendations to the commissioner of insurance regarding certain automobile insurance claims. SBi1007,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi1044,iiRelating to authorizing counties to finance the acquisition of conservation easements. SBi1047,iiRelating to the eligibility of an innovation and commercialization organization associated with the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center to receive funding from the Texas emerging technology fund. SBi1048,iiRelating to the creation of public and private facilities and infrastructure. 5251 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5251

JACKSON, MIKEi — i(Continued) SBi1069,iiRelating to the Texas emerging technology fund reporting requirement. SBi1070,iiRelating to the composition of the permanent advisory committee to advise the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding the implementation of the ad valorem tax exemption for pollution control property. SBi1071,iiRelating to the exchange of certain state property in Brazoria County by the Texas Board of Criminal Justice. SBi1072,iiRelating to the sale of certain state property in Brazoria County by the Texas Board of Criminal Justice. SBi1073,iiRelating to rainwater harvesting systems that are connected to public water supply systems. SBi1074,iiRelating to water districts ’authority to set rates and a presumption of validity. SBi1075,iiRelating to the regulation of plumbing. SBi1104,iiRelating to the operation, powers, and duties of ship channel districts. SBi1105,iiRelating to an allotment under the public school finance system for the cost of windstorm and hail insurance. SBi1128,iiRelating to the conduct and administration of elections. SBi1151,iiRelating to notice of utility rate increases. SBi1175,iiRelating to the Texas Enterprise Fund and the Texas emerging technology fund. SBi1176,iiRelating to the definition of a postsecondary program in regard to non-baccalaureate career schools and colleges. SBi1205,iiRelating to the application of the limit on appraised value of a residence homestead for ad valorem tax purposes to an improvement that is a replacement structure for a structure that was rendered uninhabitable or unusable by a casualty or by wind or water damage. SBi1300,iiRelating to insurer restrictions regarding repair of a motor vehicle covered under an insurance policy. SBi1310,iiRelating to the creation of the Select Committee on Economic Development. SBi1315,iiRelating to the regulation of boat manufacturers, distributors, and dealers; providing a civil penalty. SBi1712,iiRelating to providing notice of foreclosure to certain lien holders. SBi1889,iiRelating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and to the resolution of certain disputes concerning claims made to that association. SJRi19,iiProposing a constitutional amendment permitting an encumbrance to be fixed on homestead property for an obligation to pay certain property owners ’association fees and fines without permitting the forced sale of the homestead. 5252 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5252

JACKSON, MIKEi — i(Continued) SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi36,iiUrging the members of the Texas congressional delegation to provide to the legislature a cost analysis of the exact funding necessary for full enforcement of all immigration laws in Texas and to immediately report back to the legislature as to the status of that funding and directing the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house to send a delegation of members from both chambers to meet with members of Congress and members of the executive branch to discuss the border security crisis. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi202,iiRecognizing the Texas Economic Development Council on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. SRi203,iiRecognizing the Pasadena Volunteer Fire Department for 80 years of service to its community. SRi265,iiRecognizing February 16, 2011, as Ellington Field Day at the State Capitol. SRi266,iiRecognizing the National Aeronautics and Space Administration for its accomplishments in the State of Texas. SRi319,iiRecognizing February 23 and 24, 2011, as Pearland Day at the State Capitol. SRi441,iiRecognizing March 8, 2011, as Brazoria County Day at the State Capitol. SRi449,iiRecognizing March 9, 2011, as Texas Chemicals Day at the State Capitol. SRi477,iiCongratulating Sharon Li of Manvel on being named a top youth volunteer in Texas in the 2011 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program. SRi478,iiIn memory of Phillip McClanahan Hopkins, Sr., of Tiki Island. SRi479,iiIn memory of Lynn Levin Cantini of Galveston. SRi483,iiIn memory of Lewis Edward Cook III. SRi508,iiRecognizing the National Aeronautics and Space Administration for its leadership and accomplishments in the State of Texas. SRi559,iiRecognizing Leadership Friendswood for its contributions to the community. SRi560,iiRecognizing the Deer Park Chamber of Commerce for its work in behalf of its community. SRi563,iiRecognizing James R. Borup on the occasion of his retirement as a Galveston-Texas City Pilot. SRi567,iiRecognizing the Pearland High School Oilers football team for winning the 2010 Class 5A Division I state championship title. 5253 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5253

JACKSON, MIKEi — i(Continued) SRi631,iiRecognizing Marian Thomas for her service to Communities In Schools of Galveston County. SRi632,iiRecognizing Christopher Fields of the Lakeview Police Department for his service to his community. SRi668,iiIn memory of Charles Durham Nash of Austin. SRi675,iiRecognizing the Pearland High School girls ’softball team for winning the University Interscholastic League Class 5A state championship title for 2010. SRi687,iiRecognizing Ruth Hinkle Kicklighter on the occasion of her retirement from La Porte High School. SRi777,iiRecognizing Jesse Anthony Shipman on the occasion of his high school graduation. SRi778,iiRecognizing Andrew Micah George on the occasion of his high school graduation. SRi779,iiRecognizing Rachael Ann Hailey on the occasion of her high school graduation. SRi780,iiRecognizing Cassandra Dawn Rhodes on the occasion of her high school graduation. SRi781,iiRecognizing Bailey Lane Stephenson on the occasion of her high school graduation. SRi782,iiRecognizing Erika Beatriz Gutie´rrez on the occasion of her high school graduation. SRi783,iiRecognizing Rebecca Louise Crim on the occasion of her high school graduation. SRi784,iiRecognizing Danielle Denise Crutcher on the occasion of her high school graduation. SRi785,iiRecognizing Kori Christian Polston on the occasion of her high school graduation. SRi786,iiRecognizing Toni Annette Dockens on the occasion of her high school graduation. SRi787,iiRecognizing Olivia Rebekah Moore on the occasion of her high school graduation. SRi788,iiRecognizing Hannah Rebekah Stoltenberg on the occasion of her high school graduation. SRi789,iiRecognizing Madison Lanae Marquez on the occasion of her high school graduation. SRi790,iiRecognizing Allison Renee Leigon on the occasion of her high school graduation. SRi791,iiRecognizing Danica Brett Yates on the occasion of her high school graduation. SRi792,iiSupporting a public education campaign on the importance of folic acid in the diets of women of childbearing age. SRi799,iiIn memory of Nicolis Terrel Williams of Sugar Land. SRi817,iiRecognizing Ben Meador for his service to San Jacinto College. SRi818,iiRecognizing Jerome McKown on the occasion of his retirement from the La Porte Police Department. SRi819,iiRecognizing the Texas Bay Area Credit Union on the occasion of its 75th anniversary. SRi858,iiRecognizing James E. Elliott on the occasion of his retirement from the United States Coast Guard. 5254 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5254

JACKSON, MIKEi — i(Continued) SRi864,iiWelcoming the doctors of chiropractic who are visiting our state from Japan. SRi896,iiRecognizing The University of Texas Community Outreach program. SRi937,iiRecognizing Madison Jewel Gee of Lake Jackson on the occasion of her high school graduation. SRi984,iiRecognizing the Space Center Intermediate Band for being awarded the Sudler Cup by the John Philip Sousa Foundation. SRi1001,iiRecognizing Eugene A. Cernan for his service to the nation as a naval aviator and astronaut. SRi1033,iiRecognizing Mickey Gilley for his career in country music. SRi1174,iiRecognizing Jimmy and Peggy Burke on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary. SRi1256,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2457.

LUCIO, EDDIE, JR. SBi9,iiRelating to homeland security; providing penalties. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi58,iiRelating to the designation of segments of State Highway 359, State Highway 16, and State Highway 285 as the Veterans of the Korean War Memorial Highway. SBi87,iiRelating to professional development institutes regarding education of students with disabilities to serve as a resource for public school teachers and paraprofessionals. SBi88,iiRelating to free breakfast for certain public school students. SBi89,iiRelating to summer nutrition programs provided for by school districts. SBi90,iiRelating to the financing of school district facilities and tax relief for facilities debt. SBi91,iiRelating to an interim study to determine public school facility needs. SBi92,iiRelating to the adoption of an alternative base period for computation of unemployment compensation benefits. SBi93,iiRelating to the appointment of an attorney for a workers ’compensation claimant in certain proceedings initiated by a workers ’compensation insurance carrier. SBi94,iiRelating to the sale of electric energy produced by distributed renewable generation owners. SBi95,iiRelating to the use by insurers of certain standard insurance policy forms for residential property insurance. SBi96,iiRelating to withdrawal and restriction plans for certain insurers. 5255 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5255

LUCIO, EDDIE, JR.i — i(Continued) SBi97,iiRelating to rates charged for residential property and personal automobile insurance in certain rating territories. SBi116,iiRelating to protective orders against dating violence. SBi169,iiRelating to coverage for autism spectrum disorder under certain health benefit plans offered to state employees. SBi170,iiRelating to the reorganization of powers and duties among agencies in this state that provide representation to indigent defendants in criminal cases and to the reorganization of funding sources for indigent defense. SBi242,iiRelating to bullying, including cyberbullying, in public schools. SBi262,iiRelating to health benefit plan coverage for orally administered anticancer medications. SBi267,iiRelating to a joint statement regarding the transfer of a motor vehicle as the result of a gift. SBi287,iiRelating to birth records of adopted children. SBi288,iiRelating to authorizing the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas to operate one or more southbound vehicle checkpoints near the international border of this state for the purpose of preventing certain criminal offenses. SBi289,iiRelating to the creation of the offense of possession, manufacture, transportation, repair, or sale of a tire deflation device; providing criminal penalties. SBi357,iiRelating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran or the principal residence of the surviving minor children of such a disabled veteran. SBi405,iiRelating to a notification requirement if a counselor is not assigned to a public school campus. SBi406,iiRelating to a notification requirement if a counselor is not assigned to a public school campus. SBi423,iiRelating to health insurance coverage and financial assistance for eligible survivors of certain public servants killed in the line of duty. SBi440,iiRelating to health benefit plan coverage for autism spectrum disorder under certain health benefit plans. SBi441,iiRelating to coverage for autism spectrum disorder under certain health benefit plans. SBi463,iiRelating to providing parents with notice of a school district s’ promotion and retention policies. SBi464,iiRelating to tracking peace officer membership in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas. SBi465,iiRelating to retirement benefits of school district or institution of higher education peace officers under the Teacher Retirement System of Texas. 5256 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5256

LUCIO, EDDIE, JR.i — i(Continued) SBi466,iiRelating to a requirement that public school counselors demonstrate knowledge of counseling regarding higher education to obtain a school counselor certificate. SBi497,iiRelating to the construction or expansion of a wind-powered electric generation facility located near a federally owned or operated radar installation or military installation; providing an administrative penalty. SBi508,iiRelating to the extent of extraterritorial jurisdiction of certain less populous municipalities located on a barrier island. SBi509,iiRelating to the validation of a home-rule charter for certain municipalities. SBi513,iiRelating 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. SBi514,iiRelating to the acquisition of land and facilities by the Texas State Technical College System. SBi641,iiRelating to the calculation of interest on certain ad valorem tax refunds. SBi726,iiRelating to the establishment of the judicial access and improvement account to provide funding for basic civil legal services, indigent defense, and judicial technical support through certain county service fees and court costs imposed to fund the account. SBi742,iiRelating to eligibility of certain job trainees for extended unemployment compensation benefits. SBi805,iiRelating to the licensing and regulation of medical laboratory science professionals; providing penalties. SBi815,iiRelating to the funding of port security, facility projects, and port studies. SBi816,iiRelating to the appointment and recommendations of the Border Trade Advisory Committee. SBi824,iiRelating to the coordination of rural and small community initiatives. SBi825,iiRelating to the provision of affordable housing in colonias, rural communities, and small municipalities. SBi826,iiRelating to the establishment, operation, and funding of certain programs for rural economic development. SBi868,iiRelating to severance payments to superintendents of independent school districts. SBi869,iiRelating to the requirement that a member of the board of trustees of an independent school district file a financial disclosure statement. SBi870,iiRelating to notifying parents of changes to school district policy. SBi871,iiRelating to corrective action with regard to excessive or unfairly discriminatory residential property or personal automobile premium rates. SBi910,iiRelating to certain state attorneys called into active duty military service. SBi911,iiRelating to the investigation of firefighters and police officers. 5257 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5257

LUCIO, EDDIE, JR.i — i(Continued) SBi937,iiRelating to priorities for restoration of electric service following an extended power outage. SBi938,iiRelating to required workers ’ compensation insurance coverage for building and construction contractors. SBi939,iiRelating to creating an offense for engaging in certain conduct relating to cockfighting and to the criminal and civil consequences of committing that offense. SBi945,iiRelating to authorizing a lower-division institution of higher education to award an associate degree to a student enrolled in a four-year public institution of higher education who previously attended the lower-division institution. SBi965,iiRelating to the creation of the Bureau for Economic Development of the Border Region. SBi975,iiRelating to the operation of dropout recovery programs by certain public junior colleges in partnership with school districts. SBi992,iiRelating to the allocation of loans made under the owner-builder loan program. SBi1004,iiRelating to the imposition of a tax on certain beverages. SBi1006,iiRelating to unemployment compensation modernization. SBi1010,iiRelating to providing a victim, guardian of a victim, or close relative of a deceased victim with notice of a plea bargain agreement in certain criminal cases. SBi1053,iiRelating to notice of and issuance of a permit for the construction or expansion of a wind-powered electric generation facility located near a federally owned or operated radar installation or military installation. SBi1107,iiRelating to the vaccination against bacterial meningitis of entering students at public and private or independent institutions of higher education. SBi1118,iiRelating to the operation of video lottery games by licensed horse and greyhound racetrack operators, to a defense for the operation of video lottery by Indian tribes, to the authority of the Texas Lottery Commission and the Texas Racing Commission, and to the conduct of gambling in this state; providing penalties. SBi1155,iiRelating to the appointment of a person with experience and training in public health policy to the board of directors of a regional mobility authority. SBi1156,iiRelating to the sale of fireworks on and before Memorial Day. SBi1220,iiRelating to the advisory committee on Medicaid and child health plan program rate and expenditure disparities between the Texas-Mexico border region and other areas of the state. SBi1248,iiRelating to the designation of a portion of State Highway 499 as the Colonel Bill Card Boulevard. SBi1249,iiRelating to the disposition of fines for traffic violations collected by certain counties. 5258 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5258

LUCIO, EDDIE, JR.i — i(Continued) SBi1250,iiRelating to the applicability of certain restrictions on the location and operation of concrete crushing facilities. SBi1261,iiRelating to the operation of dropout recovery programs by public junior colleges in partnership with school districts. SBi1311,iiRelating to the designation of certain highways as part of the Purple Heart Trail. SBi1319,iiRelating to certain loans secured by a lien on residential real property and to other transactions involving residential real property; providing civil penalties. SBi1320,iiRelating to the execution of written instruments relating to residential real estate transactions and deeds conveying residential real estate in connection with certain transactions involving residential real estate; providing a civil penalty. SBi1358,iiRelating to electronically transmitting a warrant for emergency detention. SBi1362,iiRelating to county building code standards for new residential construction; providing a penalty. SBi1363,iiRelating to county and municipal land development regulations; providing a penalty. SBi1364,iiRelating to authorizing certain border counties and municipalities in those counties to regulate land development; providing a penalty. SBi1377,iiRelating to the amount of certain general obligation bonds authorized to be issued to provide financial assistance for colonia access roadway projects to serve border colonias. SBi1384,iiRelating to the interest rate on a refund of ad valorem taxes made following the final determination of an appeal that decreases a property owner s’ tax liability. SBi1385,iiRelating to the authority of the chief appraiser of an appraisal district or the collector for a taxing unit to waive penalties for failing to file certain documents. SBi1386,iiRelating to the refusal to register motor vehicles by a county assessor-collector or the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. SBi1392,iiRelating to authorizing counties and municipalities to regulate land development; providing a penalty. SBi1407,iiRelating to importation and shipment of alcoholic beverages for personal consumption. SBi1408,iiRelating to the administrative fee on the importation of certain alcoholic beverages for personal consumption. SBi1409,iiRelating to importation and shipment of alcoholic beverages for personal consumption. SBi1435,iiRelating to the possession of fish in the tidal water of this state. SBi1436,iiRelating to creating the offense of continuous trafficking of persons; providing a penalty and other civil consequences. SBi1453,iiRelating to the authority of a pharmacist to accelerate refills. SBi1454,iiRelating to the membership and duties of the interagency obesity council. 5259 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5259

LUCIO, EDDIE, JR.i — i(Continued) SBi1461,iiRelating to the creation of the disaster reconstruction coordination office within the governor s’ office; creating the disaster contingency account. SBi1462,iiRelating to the enforcement of subdivision platting requirements in certain counties near the international border of this state. SBi1466,iiRelating to the powers and duties of the Vehicle and Watercraft Crime Prevention Authority and to the creation of the vehicle and watercraft crime prevention account. SBi1467,iiRelating to the assessment, collection, and distribution of a county or municipal occupation tax on certain coin-operated machines. SBi1468,iiRelating to the eligibility of persons to participate in the public sale of certain real property and the purchase of that property; providing a penalty. SBi1469,iiRelating to the authority of the board of trustees to set rates for certain municipal utility systems. SBi1470,iiRelating to the designation of a segment of U.S. Highway 77/83 and State Highway 4 as Jaime Zapata Memorial Boulevard. SBi1533,iiRelating to restrictions on school districts making available to students food containing industrially produced trans fat. SBi1610,iiRelating to seat belt requirements for certain vehicles. SBi1655,iiRelating to transparency and propagation of information regarding personal automobile and residential property insurance rates, policies, and complaints. SBi1659,iiRelating to the provision of water and certain equipment by water supply or sewer service corporations for use in fire suppression and the liability of those corporations. SBi1660,iiRelating to certain unclaimed property of veterans and veterans ’families. SBi1690,iiRelating to the consideration of and action on applications for financial assistance for water supply and sewer service projects in economically distressed areas. SBi1691,iiRelating to the establishment of the rural housing land assemblage program. SBi1692,iiRelating to municipal and county budgets on the Internet. SBi1705,iiRelating to temporary housing between academic terms for certain postsecondary students who have been under the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services. SBi1706,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of regional mobility authorities. SBi1707,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of regional mobility authorities. SBi1708,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of regional mobility authorities. SBi1709,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of regional mobility authorities. 5260 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5260

LUCIO, EDDIE, JR.i — i(Continued) SBi1710,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of regional mobility authorities. SBi1711,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of regional mobility authorities. SBi1758,iiRelating to the provision of affordable housing in this state. SBi1759,iiRelating to the application process for single family housing loans offered by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. SBi1760,iiRelating to notice of water and wastewater requirements before certain sales of certain residential properties. SBi1801,iiRelating to benefits from the Employees Retirement System of Texas for certain peace officers and custodial officers. SBi1802,iiRelating to subcontracting opportunities for historically underutilized businesses under certain state purchasing contracts. SBi1803,iiRelating to investments in Texas businesses by certain public retirement systems in this state. SBi1804,iiRelating to residential property and personal lines automobile insurance. SBi1805,iiRelating to required use by insurers of certain standard insurance policy forms for residential property insurance. SBi1806,iiRelating to timely filing of a surplus lines policy; providing penalties. SBi1807,iiRelating to the composition of the 444th Judicial District. SBi1808,iiRelating to pediatric equipment and supplies for emergency medical services vehicles and pediatric care training for emergency medical services personnel. SBi1809,iiRelating to a study by the comptroller of public accounts of the economic impact of the Texas-Mexico border wall in the State of Texas. SBi1843,iiRelating to investigations of certain offenses involving the Internet-based sexual exploitation of a minor; creating the Internet crimes against children account to support those activities. SBi1844,iiRelating to specifying the precinct in a notice to appear before a magistrate issued to a person arrested for a traffic violation. SBi1845,iiRelating to the change of the name of Texas A&M University–Kingsville to Texas A&I University. SBi1846,iiRelating to organizations that are covered by the Charitable Immunity and Liability Act of 1987. SBi1847,iiRelating to a franchise or insurance premium tax credit for contributions made to certain educational assistance organizations. SBi1848,iiRelating to the distribution of the emergency service fee for wireless telecommunications connections and the prepaid 9-1-1 emergency service fee. 5261 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5261

LUCIO, EDDIE, JR.i — i(Continued) SBi1863,iiRelating to authorizing certain brewers and manufacturers to conduct tours of their premises after which beer or ale is provided to ultimate consumers for off-premises consumption. SBi1867,iiRelating to premarital education courses. SBi1896,iiRelating to the designation of a portion of Farm-to-Market Road 907 in Hidalgo County as Rudy Villarreal Boulevard. SBi1908,iiRelating to the authority of a general-law municipality to annex territory receiving water and sewer services from a municipal utility district. SBi1909,iiRelating to The University of Texas at Brownsville, including its partnership agreement with the Texas Southmost College District. SBi1921,iiRelating to the development, hosting, and management of computer software for state agencies. SBi1922,iiRelating to the creation of the Port Isabel Improvement District No. 1; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain. SBi1926,iiRelating to the Colonel H. William "Bill" Card, Jr., Outpatient Clinic. SJRi4,iiProposing a constitutional amendment providing for the issuance of additional general obligation bonds by the Texas Water Development Board. SJRi14,iiProposing 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 100 percent or totally disabled veteran. SJRi33,iiProposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a state video lottery system to operate video lottery games at certain horse and greyhound racetracks and providing that federally recognized Indian tribes are not prohibited from conducting games of chance on certain Indian lands. SJRi34,iiProposing a constitutional amendment creating the Texas Gaming Commission and authorizing and regulating casino games and slot machines by licensed operators and certain Indian tribes to provide money for the property tax relief fund and additional financial aid for higher education students. SJRi39,iiProposing a constitutional amendment regarding the authorization of certain general obligation bonds or notes to provide financial assistance to counties for roadway projects to serve colonias. SJRi40,iiProposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a county to regulate land development if approved by a majority vote in a countywide election. SCRi5,iiRequesting the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house of representatives to provide for a joint interim legislative study regarding the development and potential economic impact of a cruise industry on the Texas coast between Calhoun and Cameron Counties. 5262 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5262

LUCIO, EDDIE, JR.i — i(Continued) SCRi9,iiUrging the United States Congress to amend the list of allowable foods under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program to eliminate sweetened drinks and snack foods of minimal nutritional value. SCRi26,iiUrging Congress to ensure that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits are adequate for the purchase of a healthy diet. SCRi33,iiUrging Congress to consider removal of the border wall in places where the border is already adequately guarded. SCRi36,iiUrging the members of the Texas congressional delegation to provide to the legislature a cost analysis of the exact funding necessary for full enforcement of all immigration laws in Texas and to immediately report back to the legislature as to the status of that funding and directing the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house to send a delegation of members from both chambers to meet with members of Congress and members of the executive branch to discuss the border security crisis. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi37,iiRecognizing Antonio Limas Hernandez of Harlingen on the occasion of his 100th birthday. SRi38,iiRecognizing Resaca Elementary School in Brownsville on the occasion of its 80th anniversary. SRi67,iiRecognizing the Turquoise Council of Americans and Eurasians on the occasion of its Turkic-Texan Friendship Reception and Awards Dinner. SRi70,iiRecognizing Jose M. Mendoza on the occasion of his retirement from the Brownsville Police Department. SRi71,iiCelebrating January 30 through February 5, 2011, as Catholic Schools Week. SRi72,iiRecognizing January 25, 2011, as Brownsville Day at the State Capitol. SRi84,iiHonoring the victims of violence along our border with Mexico and paying tribute to the men and women who are working tirelessly to end it. SRi85,iiCommending Fethullah Gu¨len for his contributions to the promotion of global peace. SRi86,iiRecognizing Juan de Dios Garcia for his accomplishments as the boys ’soccer coach at Hanna High School in Brownsville. SRi111,iiRecognizing February 1, 2011, as McAllen Day at the State Capitol. SRi112,iiIn memory of Luis Romero of Los Fresnos. SRi113,iiIn memory of David Saenz of Brownsville. SRi118,iiCelebrating January 27, 2011, as The University of Texas–Pan American Day at the State Capitol. SRi125,iiRecognizing Brush Country Court Appointed Special Advocates on the occasion of its 10th anniversary. SRi162,iiRecognizing February 9, 2011, as Harlingen Day at the State Capitol. SRi205,iiRecognizing February 9, 2011, as Kingsville Day at the State Capitol. 5263 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5263

LUCIO, EDDIE, JR.i — i(Continued) SRi231,iiIn memory of Romeo Ramirez Esparza. SRi232,iiIn memory of Castula "Tati" Ozuna Guerra of Weslaco and Edcouch. SRi233,iiIn memory of Leon Bence of Harlingen. SRi234,iiRecognizing the official naming of the Judge Pete De La Garza Courthouse Annex in Kleberg County. SRi235,iiIn memory of Aida De Leon Uribe of Brownsville. SRi236,iiIn memory of Bertha Champion Garza of Brownsville. SRi237,iiIn memory of Hector Farias, Sr., of Weslaco. SRi238,iiCommending Sherry Lynn Stout on receiving the 2010 H-E-B Excellence in Education Award for outstanding elementary school principal. SRi239,iiCongratulating Alma Cardenas-Rubio on receiving the 2010 H-E-B Excellence in Education Award for outstanding secondary school principal. SRi253,iiRecognizing February 16, 2011, as Susan G. Komen for the Cure Advocacy Day in Texas. SRi268,iiCommending Traci Wickett on her achievements and her service as chairman of the board of United Way of Texas. SRi281,iiHonoring the Autism Council for Educational Support and Scientific Studies and the Rio Grande Valley Task Force of the Texas Council on Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders. SRi325,iiPaying tribute to Barbara Jordan in honor of the 75th anniversary of her birth. SRi328,iiRecognizing Wilbur R. Aten for his service as chaplain of the International Seamen s’ Center at the Port of Brownsville. SRi329,iiRecognizing Carlos Cuevas for being named Mr. Amigo for 2010. SRi330,iiIn memory of Jaime Jorge Zapata. SRi332,iiRecognizing Lauren Bothwell of Harlingen for being named one of the top youth volunteers in Texas for 2011 and a Distinguished Finalist by the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program. SRi333,iiRecognizing Angela Leal for her contributions to the San Benito Consolidated Independent School District. SRi334,iiRecognizing the VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System on the occasion of the grand opening of the VA Health Care Center at Harlingen. SRi335,iiRecognizing Rogelio Fuentes on the occasion of his retirement from the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services. SRi336,iiRecognizing the week of February 20 through 27, 2011, as Texas Saves Week at the State Capitol. SRi345,iiRecognizing David H. Dewhurst for being named the 2011 Border Texan of the Year. SRi358,iiRecognizing February 23, 2011, as Texas Travel Industry Day at the State Capitol. 5264 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5264

LUCIO, EDDIE, JR.i — i(Continued) SRi365,iiRecognizing March 1, 2011, as Coastal Bend Day at the State Capitol. SRi366,iiRecognizing the Valley Alliance of Mentors for Opportunities and Scholarships on the occasion of its 15th anniversary. SRi393,iiIn memory of Rene´Arcadio Rocha. SRi427,iiIn memory of Pledger Bracket Cate, Jr., of Harlingen. SRi459,iiHonoring the late Eliseo B. "Cheo" Vega on the occasion of the dedication of the Port Isabel municipal court named in his honor. SRi460,iiIn memory of Cresencio V. "Queche" Hinojosa, Jr., of the Rio Grande Valley. SRi461,iiRecognizing Gregorio Gonzalez of the Rio Grande Valley on the occasion of his 90th birthday. SRi471,iiRecognizing March 9, 2011, as Mid-Valley Day at the State Capitol. SRi512,iiIn memory of Antonio R. Lopez, Sr. SRi513,iiIn memory of Vivia Halbert. SRi514,iiIn memory of Hector Yznaga of Brownsville. SRi543,iiIn memory of Guadalupe D. Rosales of Port Isabel. SRi584,iiRecognizing Incarnate Word Academy in Corpus Christi on the occasion of its 140th anniversary. SRi585,iiRecognizing Andres Maldonado on the occasion of his retirement from the Texas Department of Public Safety. SRi656,iiRecognizing April 2, 2011, as World Autism Awareness Day at the State Capitol. SRi677,iiCommending John W. Griffin, Jr. on his service as chairman of the board of the American Diabetes Association. SRi688,iiRecognizing April 7, 2011, as Texas State Technical College Day at the State Capitol. SRi695,iiRecognizing April 4, 2011, as Maggie s’ Hope Day at the State Capitol. SRi717,iiWelcoming members of the Texas Catholic Conference delegation and recognizing April 6, 2011, as Texas Catholic Conference Advocacy Day at the State Capitol. SRi718,iiRecognizing Giovanni J. Mejia for being named to "The Commandant s’ Own," the official drum and bugle corps of the United States Marine Corps. SRi719,iiIn memory of Maria Concepcion Cantu of Raymondville. SRi720,iiRecognizing Danielle Doty for earning the 2011 Miss Texas Teen USA title. SRi721,iiRecognizing J. Manuel Ban˜ales on the occasion of his retirement as judge of the 105th Judicial District Court. SRi722,iiRecognizing the dedication ceremony for the San Benito Veterans War Memorial. SRi727,iiIn memory of Sergio Shearer of the Rio Grande Valley. SRi758,iiRecognizing April 13, 2011, as Texas Bow Tie Day at the State Capitol. 5265 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5265

LUCIO, EDDIE, JR.i — i(Continued) SRi759,iiRecognizing the dedication of the Joe G. Rivera and Aurora De La Garza Cameron County Building. SRi771,iiRecognizing April 14, 2011, as Willacy County Day at the State Capitol. SRi795,iiIn memory of H. William Card, Jr., of Harlingen. SRi809,iiRecognizing the students from Texas A&M University who are participating in policy internship programs in Austin. SRi816,iiRecognizing April 24, 2011, as Texas Meningitis Awareness Day at the State Capitol. SRi841,iiIn memory of Othal Brand of McAllen. SRi842,iiIn memory of the life of Celestino G. Martinez, Jr. SRi843,iiIn memory of William "Bill" Summers of the Rio Grande Valley. SRi871,iiIn memory of Luis Romero of Los Fresnos. SRi872,iiCommending Mike Garcia for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi880,iiIn memory of Antonio A. Torres, Sr., of Brownsville. SRi881,iiIn memory of Paul Wesley Hanson of Brownsville. SRi882,iiIn memory of Benigno Layton. SRi883,iiIn memory of Emilio Emeterio "Red" Gomez of San Benito. SRi884,iiIn memory of Janie Cuellar Salinas. SRi893,iiCommending Martha L. Valencia on her contributions to the citizens of South Texas. SRi896,iiRecognizing The University of Texas Community Outreach program. SRi897,iiCommending Isbah Rajah for advocating for health care reform. SRi898,iiRecognizing T. R. "Hap" Roberts for his 48 years of service in law enforcement. SRi905,iiIn memory of Raul G. Garza of Kingsville. SRi906,iiIn memory of Jose E. "Gene" Moody of San Benito. SRi910,iiRecognizing Pharr-San Juan-Alamo North High School for receiving a College Board Inspiration Award. SRi911,iiRecognizing the Port of Brownsville on the occasion of its 75th anniversary. SRi912,iiRecognizing Mike and Judy Muzyczyn for being named the 2011 General Aviation Airport Managers of the Year. SRi913,iiRecognizing the counseling master s’ program at The University of Texas at Brownsville for receiving full accreditation from the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs. SRi914,iiIn memory of Clara Bow Williams Zepeda of San Benito. SRi915,iiRecognizing the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission on the occasion of its 75th anniversary. SRi916,iiRecognizing the inaugural class of Bush School Capstone Scholars. 5266 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5266

LUCIO, EDDIE, JR.i — i(Continued) SRi928,iiIn memory of Michael A. Allen of McAllen. SRi944,iiRecognizing Silver Ribbon Community Partners for its service to the elderly and disabled citizens of Hidalgo and Starr Counties. SRi967,iiRecognizing Rolando Castan˜eda on his retirement from the Texas Department of Public Safety. SRi968,iiRecognizing Rey Farias for his service to the Los Fresnos Consolidated Independent School District. SRi979,iiRecognizing Crescencia Compean Trevin˜o on the occasion of her retirement from the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District. SRi980,iiRecognizing Guadalupe Aguilar on the occasion of her retirement from the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District. SRi986,iiRecognizing Amadeo Saenz, Jr., on his retirement from the Texas Department of Transportation. SRi998,iiCommending Taylor Sheneman for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi999,iiRecognizing Juan Barrientes, Sr., of Brownsville on the occasion of his 80th birthday. SRi1000,iiIn memory of Jesus "Jesse" Morales. SRi1027,iiRecognizing Pasquale Lanese for his service as a minister with the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate. SRi1028,iiRecognizing Michael J. Amesse for his service as a minister with the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate. SRi1032,iiRecognizing Cain Ramirez Velasquez for his accomplishments in Mixed Martial Arts. SRi1037,iiRecognizing Nicole Olvera on the occasion of her graduation from the Nursing Program at The University of Texas at Brownsville. SRi1043,iiRecognizing Kim A. Cockins for his contributions to his community and his state. SRi1046,iiRecognizing Janiece Longoria for her service on The University of Texas System Board of Regents. SRi1059,iiRecognizing Dahlia Za´rate-Mun˜iz for her accomplishments as an author. SRi1082,iiCongratulating the recipients of the H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards. SRi1129,iiCommending Colleen McHugh on her service to The University of Texas System Board of Regents. SRi1130,iiCommending Rodrigo Villarreal on being named Youth of the Year for District 27 by the Rio Grande Valley Sector of the United States Border Patrol. SRi1132,iiRecognizing Harvey and Tim Hull for their craftsmanship. SRi1208,iiIn memory of Emma Reyna Fuentes of Weslaco. SRi1209,iiRecognizing Guadalupe Regional Middle School on the occasion of its 10th anniversary. 5267 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5267

LUCIO, EDDIE, JR.i — i(Continued) SRi1210,iiIn memory of Fernando "Freddy" Ramirez of Raymondville. SRi1221,iiRecognizing Ian Randolph on the occasion of his retirement from the office of Senator Eddie Lucio, Jr. SRi1222,iiRecognizing Sigma Psi Delta Sorority on the occasion of its 15th anniversary. SRi1226,iiRecognizing Rudy Villarreal for his service to the City of Alamo. SRi1257,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 213. SRi1259,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1320. SRi1269,iiRecognizing Jose S. Mayorga for his leadership of the Texas Military Forces as adjutant general.

NELSON, JANE SBi7,iiRelating to strategies for and improvements in quality of health care provided through and care management in the child health plan and medical assistance programs designed to achieve healthy outcomes and efficiency. SBi8,iiRelating to improving the quality and efficiency of health care. SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi16,iiRelating to informed consent to an abortion. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi23,iiRelating to the administration of and efficiency, cost-saving, fraud prevention, and funding measures for certain health and human services and health benefits programs, including the medical assistance and child health plan programs. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi25,iiRelating to the Interstate Health Care Compact. SBi34,iiRelating to the establishment and operation of the Texas Women Veterans Program. SBi71,iiRelating to certain reports submitted and analyses conducted regarding health and human services. SBi72,iiRelating to streamlining of and utilization management in Medicaid long-term care waiver programs. SBi73,iiRelating to debt issuance authority of and funding for the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. SBi74,iiRelating to the disposition of surplus or salvage data processing equipment of a university system or an institution or agency of higher education. 5268 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5268

NELSON, JANEi — i(Continued) SBi75,iiRelating to the imposition of background and criminal history check requirements for operators and employees of, and certain other persons at, facilities and agencies licensed by the Department of Aging and Disability Services; providing criminal penalties. SBi76,iiRelating to certain providers of subsidized child care, the use of certain personal information to prevent fraud in child-care programs, and the disclosure of certain personal information for the purpose of investigation and enforcement of unemployment compensation violations. SBi77,iiRelating to certain requirements for certain sponsoring organizations and other institutions participating in the Child and Adult Care Food Program. SBi78,iiRelating to adverse licensing, listing, or registration decisions by certain health and human services agencies. SBi79,iiRelating to the contents and applicability of a school district s’ grading policy. SBi80,iiRelating to public health laboratories administered by the Department of State Health Services. SBi81,iiRelating to food safety. SBi82,iiRelating to the prosecution of the offense of stalking. SBi83,iiRelating to the statute of limitations on prosecution of the offense of bigamy. SBi84,iiRelating to requiring governmental entities and contractors with governmental entities to participate in the federal electronic verification of work authorization program, or E-verify. SBi85,iiRelating to the duties of the county tax assessor-collector and voter registrar regarding exemptions from jury service. SBi86,iiRelating to municipal contracts for enforcement of outstanding traffic violation arrest warrants. SBi101,iiRelating to the regulation of nonjudicial foreclosure on residences owned by certain members of the military, including foreclosure by a property owners ’association. SBi105,iiRelating to a restriction on the formation into which certain commercial disposal wells permitted by the Railroad Commission of Texas may inject oil and gas waste. SBi124,iiRelating to the enforcement of state and federal laws governing immigration by certain governmental entities; providing a civil penalty. SBi142,iiRelating to real property that is subject to restrictive covenants, including the operation of property owners ’associations of subdivisions that are subject to restrictive covenants, and to certain foreclosure actions. SBi152,iiRelating to the admissibility of evidence of other similar offenses in the prosecution of certain sexual offenses. SBi178,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi184,iiRelating to the use of certain state property for community food gardens. 5269 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5269

NELSON, JANEi — i(Continued) SBi185,iiRelating to physical activity requirements for students in public schools. SBi186,iiRelating to health and physical education credits required for high school graduation. SBi187,iiRelating to human body and anatomical specimen donation. SBi188,iiRelating to the licensing and regulation of genetic counselors; providing penalties. SBi189,iiRelating to the eligibility of certain aliens for a license to practice medicine in this state. SBi190,iiRelating to the licensing and regulation of physicians, physician assistants, acupuncturists, and surgical assistants. SBi191,iiRelating to disposition of a contested case by the Texas Medical Board. SBi192,iiRelating to patient advocacy activities by nurses and certain other persons; providing an administrative penalty. SBi193,iiRelating to the regulation of the practice of nursing. SBi194,iiRelating to the punishment for the offense of employment harmful to children. SBi195,iiRelating to activity that constitutes maintaining a common nuisance. SBi218,iiRelating to procedures in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship and the operation of the child protective services and foster care systems. SBi219,iiRelating to health and mental health services for children in foster care and kinship care. SBi220,iiRelating to guardianships, including the assessment of prospective wards for, and the provision of, guardianship services by the Department of Aging and Disability Services. SBi221,iiRelating to the Department of Family and Protective Services, including protective services and investigations of alleged abuse, neglect, or exploitation for certain adults who are elderly or disabled; providing a criminal penalty. SBi222,iiRelating to access to certain long-term care services and supports under the medical assistance program. SBi223,iiRelating to certain facilities and care providers, including providers under the state Medicaid program; providing penalties. SBi224,iiRelating to the award of a distinction designation to a public school campus. SBi225,iiRelating to including in public school campus improvement plans and in local school health advisory council reports to school district boards of trustees certain goals and objectives or information in order to promote improved student health. SBi226,iiRelating to reporting individual student performance on a physical fitness assessment instrument to the Texas Education Agency. SBi227,iiRelating to the nondisciplinary resolution of certain complaints filed against physicians. SBi228,iiRelating to reporting requirements for institutions of higher education conducting human stem cell research. 5270 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5270

NELSON, JANEi — i(Continued) SBi229,iiRelating to newborn hearing screenings and hearing services for certain children. SBi230,iiRelating to the venue for the filing of certain applications by a pregnant minor with respect to an abortion. SBi231,iiRelating to the permanent revocation of a person s’ driver s’ license or permit on conviction of a second offense relating to the operating of a motor vehicle while intoxicated. SBi232,iiRelating to wearing a secure alcohol monitoring device as a required condition of community supervision for certain intoxication offenses. SBi255,iiRelating to the jurisdiction of constitutional county courts over truancy cases and the appointment of magistrates to hear truancy cases in certain counties. SBi256,iiRelating to requiring a private autopsy facility to post a notice for filing a complaint against a physician; providing a penalty. SBi257,iiRelating to the issuance of "Choose Life" license plates and the creation of the Choose Life account in the general revenue fund. SBi258,iiRelating to the pledge of allegiance to the state flag during a state flag retirement ceremony. SBi290,iiRelating to including a personal financial literacy component in public school mathematics instruction. SBi293,iiRelating to telemedicine medical services, telehealth services, and home telemonitoring services provided to certain Medicaid recipients. SBi331,iiRelating to designating certain synthetic cannabinoids as controlled substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act; providing penalties and establishing certain criminal consequences or procedures. SBi354,iiRelating to the carrying of concealed handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. SBi377,iiRelating to the murder of a child as a capital offense. SBi400,iiRelating to the entities eligible to make purchases using the cooperative purchasing program administered by the comptroller. SBi434,iiRelating to the establishment of a task force to address the relationship between domestic violence and child abuse and neglect. SBi435,iiRelating to the consolidation of the regional poison control centers into the Texas Poison Control Center. SBi436,iiRelating to the authority of a county to inspect day-care centers and group day-care homes. SBi437,iiRelating to residency requirements for voting in certain municipal utility district elections. SBi438,iiRelating to the number of days a winery may sell wine under a winery festival permit. 5271 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5271

NELSON, JANEi — i(Continued) SBi469,iiRelating to the collection of unpaid tolls by a regional tollway authority. SBi527,iiRelating to projects funded through the Texas emissions reduction plan. SBi544,iiRelating to unlawful acts against and criminal offenses involving the Medicaid program; providing penalties. SBi571,iiRelating to efficiencies and cost-savings in the health and human services agencies and other related regulatory agencies. SBi620,iiRelating to the reporting of health care-associated infections and preventable adverse events. SBi621,iiRelating to the authorized activities of a winery permit holder. SBi622,iiRelating to the privacy of protected health information; providing administrative and civil penalties. SBi688,iiRelating to the investigation, prosecution, and punishment of criminal Medicaid fraud and certain other offenses related to Medicaid fraud; providing penalties. SBi715,iiRelating to access to a child s’ medical records by the child s’ attorney ad litem, guardian ad litem, or amicus attorney. SBi789,iiRelating to the duration of a protective order against family violence. SBi793,iiRelating to incentives to recruit and retain allied health education program faculty. SBi794,iiRelating to the use of money from the permanent fund for health-related programs to provide grants to nursing education programs. SBi795,iiRelating to regulation of nurse aides. SBi796,iiRelating to reporting on and assessing programs for the prevention and treatment of diabetes in the state. SBi797,iiRelating to objective assessment processes for and appropriate provision of acute nursing services and certain other services provided under the Medicaid program. SBi798,iiRelating to the amounts of administrative penalties assessed or imposed against certain health facilities. SBi799,iiRelating to the definition of "first sale" for purposes of the taxes imposed on certain liquor. SBi859,iiRelating to small and large employer health group cooperatives and to employer contributions to individual health insurance policies. SBi967,iiRelating to the use of telemonitoring in the medical assistance program. SBi968,iiRelating to certain costs used to fund court-appointed volunteer advocate programs. SBi969,iiRelating to the establishment of the Public Health Funding and Policy Committee within the Department of State Health Services. SBi1017,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation. 5272 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5272

NELSON, JANEi — i(Continued) SBi1097,iiRelating to single certification in incorporated or annexed areas served by water or sewer utilities. SBi1144,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi1177,iiRelating to the adoption by health care facilities of a policy on vaccine preventable diseases; imposing penalties. SBi1178,iiRelating to the regulation of certain shelter day-care facilities, child-care facilities, and individuals providing child-care services, and access to certain criminal history record information; providing an administrative penalty. SBi1179,iiRelating to the elimination of certain required reports prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education and other obsolete provisions of law. SBi1180,iiRelating to hotel occupancy taxes and livestock facility use taxes for certain venue projects. SBi1421,iiRelating to the awarding of grants provided by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. SBi1422,iiRelating to coordinated county transportation authorities; creating an offense. SBi1545,iiRelating to the liability of a volunteer health care practitioner who conducts a physical examination or medical screening of a student athlete. SBi1618,iiRelating to reporting requirements of state agencies and school districts. SBi1930,iiRelating to the disclosure of the composition of hydraulic fracturing fluids used in hydraulic fracturing treatments. SJRi12,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. SCRi1,iiClaiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the United States Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist certain mandates, affirming that the right to keep and bear arms was reserved to the states, and providing that all compulsory federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi16,iiDesignating the month of March each year from 2011 through 2020 as Women Veterans Month in tribute to the immeasurable contributions that women in the military have made to this nation. 5273 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5273

NELSON, JANEi — i(Continued) SCRi36,iiUrging the members of the Texas congressional delegation to provide to the legislature a cost analysis of the exact funding necessary for full enforcement of all immigration laws in Texas and to immediately report back to the legislature as to the status of that funding and directing the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house to send a delegation of members from both chambers to meet with members of Congress and members of the executive branch to discuss the border security crisis. SRi3,iiRecognizing the Texas Public Health Association for its service to the Texas Legislature and the citizens of our state. SRi15,iiRecognizing the senior citizens of this state on the occasion of Senior Day at the State Capitol in 2011. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi67,iiRecognizing the Turquoise Council of Americans and Eurasians on the occasion of its Turkic-Texan Friendship Reception and Awards Dinner. SRi73,iiRecognizing January 23 through January 29, 2011, as Texas Nurse Anesthetists Week. SRi74,iiProclaiming January, 2011, Communities In Schools Month and January 26, 2011, Communities In Schools Day at the State Capitol. SRi85,iiCommending Fethullah Gu¨len for his contributions to the promotion of global peace. SRi106,iiRecognizing the Texas Parent Teacher Association for its contributions to the children of Texas. SRi139,iiRecognizing Haltom City on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. SRi140,iiRecognizing the participants in the Teens in the Driver Seat program for their commitment to improving roadway safety for all drivers and passengers. SRi141,iiRecognizing February 1, 2011, as CASA Day at the State Capitol. SRi142,iiWelcoming the participants in the First Tuesdays at the Capitol program and commending the Texas Medical Association for its work in behalf of the citizens of this state. SRi155,iiRecognizing February 2, 2011, as LIVESTRONG Texas Advocacy Day at the Capitol. SRi156,iiRecognizing the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas on the occasion of World Cancer Day. SRi157,iiRecognizing February 4, 2011, as National Wear Red Day in Texas. SRi184,iiIn memory of Richard Reese Wenneker. SRi226,iiCommending the Texas Council on Family Violence for its service on behalf of the victims of domestic violence. SRi227,iiWelcoming members of Leadership Keller to Austin and the State Capitol on February 17 and 18, 2011. SRi228,iiRecognizing February 14, 2011, as Association of Texas Professional Educators Day at the State Capitol. 5274 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5274

NELSON, JANEi — i(Continued) SRi251,iiRecognizing February 16, 2011, as Texans Support Libraries Day. SRi252,iiWelcoming the students and faculty of Lake Country Christian School of Fort Worth to the Capitol. SRi253,iiRecognizing February 16, 2011, as Susan G. Komen for the Cure Advocacy Day in Texas. SRi254,iiProclaiming February 16, 2011, Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Advocacy Day at the Capitol. SRi299,iiCelebrating Texas Farm Bureau Day at the State Capitol. SRi300,iiCelebrating Tarrant County Days at the State Capitol on March 2 and 3, 2011. SRi308,iiRecognizing February 22, 2011, as Texas Emergency Medical Services and Trauma Day at the State Capitol. SRi309,iiRecognizing February 23, 2011, as Osteopathic Medicine Day at the State Capitol. SRi310,iiRecognizing the American Cancer Society. SRi311,iiRecognizing February 23, 2011, as Children s’ Advocacy Centers of Texas Day at the State Capitol. SRi312,iiWelcoming the members of Leadership Lewisville to Austin on February 21 and 22, 2011. SRi313,iiRecognizing February 21 and 22, 2011, as Denton County Days at the State Capitol. SRi314,iiRecognizing the Haltom City Public Library on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. SRi315,iiProclaiming February 22, 2011, as Texas Health Resources Day at the Capitol. SRi352,iiRecognizing February 23, 2011, as Texas Dental Association Day at the State Capitol. SRi398,iiWelcoming the members of Leadership Southlake to the Capitol. SRi399,iiWelcoming members of the Leadership Hurst-Euless-Bedford Class of 2011 to the State Capitol. SRi400,iiRecognizing members of Leadership Grapevine on the occasion of their visit to the Capitol. SRi401,iiWelcoming members of the Northeast Tarrant Chamber Leadership Class of 2011 to the State Capitol. SRi409,iiProclaiming March 3, 2011, Texas Federation of Republican Women Legislative Day at the State Capitol. SRi410,iiRecognizing the late Sammie Jean "Sweet" Estes on the occasion of her induction into the National Cowgirl Hall of Fame. SRi442,iiCommending Leadership Colleyville for promoting civic leadership and volunteerism. SRi443,iiWelcoming the citizens of Little Elm on the occasion of Little Elm Day at the State Capitol. 5275 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5275

NELSON, JANEi — i(Continued) SRi444,iiRecognizing March of 2011 as Professional Social Work Month. SRi445,iiRecognizing the members of the Leadership Flower Mound Class of 2011 on the occasion of their visit to Austin and the State Capitol. SRi446,iiProclaiming March 8, 2011, as Nurse Day at the Capitol. SRi466,iiRecognizing the members of the Leadership Fort Worth Class of 2011 on the occasion of their visit to Austin and the State Capitol. SRi467,iiRecognizing SafeHaven of Tarrant County on the occasion of its annual Legacy of Men Breakfast. SRi468,iiRecognizing March 23, 2011, as Robson Ranch Women s’ Club Day at the State Capitol. SRi480,iiRecognizing Baylor University s’ Bob Bullock Scholars Program and commending this year s’ scholars for their participation. SRi516,iiRecognizing the grand opening of Legoland Discovery Center at the Grapevine Mills shopping mall. SRi656,iiRecognizing April 2, 2011, as World Autism Awareness Day at the State Capitol. SRi664,iiRecognizing Lake Grapevine Runners and Walkers on the occasion of the organization s’ 12th Annual Hound Dog Hustle. SRi709,iiProclaiming April of 2011 to be Child Abuse Prevention Month in Texas. SRi710,iiCelebrating April 6, 2011, as National Start! Walking Day. SRi809,iiRecognizing the students from Texas A&M University who are participating in policy internship programs in Austin. SRi886,iiObserving May of 2011 as Fight Arthritis Pain Month in Texas. SRi895,iiProclaiming May of 2011 to be Elder Abuse Prevention Month in Texas. SRi972,iiProclaiming May of 2011 to be American Stroke Month in Texas. SRi996,iiIn memory of Ashley Therese Perret Harrison of Dallas. SRi1039,iiRecognizing Lockheed Martin Aeronautics on the occasion of its 70th anniversary and on the success of its F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program. SRi1040,iiRecognizing the week of May 8 through 14, 2011, as National Hospital Week in Texas. SRi1232,iiIn memory of Bobby Ray Miller.

NICHOLS, ROBERT SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. 5276 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5276

NICHOLS, ROBERTi — i(Continued) SBi19,iiRelating to the development, financing, construction, and operation of certain toll projects. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi124,iiRelating to the enforcement of state and federal laws governing immigration by certain governmental entities; providing a civil penalty. SBi174,iiRelating to prohibiting the use of eminent domain to take private property for recreational purposes. SBi175,iiRelating to the limitation on increases in the appraised value of a residence homestead for ad valorem taxation. SBi178,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi228,iiRelating to reporting requirements for institutions of higher education conducting human stem cell research. SBi252,iiRelating to the management, breeding, and destruction of deer and to procedures regarding certain deer permits. SBi257,iiRelating to the issuance of "Choose Life" license plates and the creation of the Choose Life account in the general revenue fund. SBi281,iiRelating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds for a molecular science building at Stephen F. Austin State University. SBi303,iiRelating to health care services provided or paid by certain hospital districts. SBi304,iiRelating to employment services programs for certain residents receiving services from public hospitals or hospital districts. SBi371,iiRelating to the eligibility for service retirement annuities of certain elected officials convicted of certain crimes. SBi379,iiRelating to the issuance and renewal of a real estate inspector license. SBi390,iiRelating to the continuing issuance of freshwater fishing stamps by the Parks and Wildlife Department. SBi429,iiRelating to notification of applications for permits for certain injection wells. SBi430,iiRelating to written notice to a groundwater conservation district of groundwater contamination. SBi523,iiRelating to the allocation of certain motor vehicle sales tax revenue to the state highway fund and to the uses of that revenue. SBi538,iiRelating to transportation reinvestment zones. 5277 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5277

NICHOLS, ROBERTi — i(Continued) SBi548,iiRelating to the environmental review process for transportation projects. SBi572,iiRelating to certificates of public convenience and necessity to provide water or sewer utility service. SBi573,iiRelating to certificates of public convenience and necessity for water or sewer services. SBi581,iiRelating to the authority and powers of regional mobility authorities. SBi583,iiRelating to the criminal penalty for failure of a trustee to pay the beneficiaries of the trust the purchase price for timber sold by the trustee. SBi584,iiRelating to the unauthorized harvesting of standing timber; providing for the imposition of a criminal penalty. SBi635,iiRelating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. SBi636,iiRelating to the consolidation of more than one water or sewer system under a single tariff by an investor-owned utility. SBi637,iiRelating to the recovery of certain rate case expenses by an investor-owned water and sewer utility. SBi645,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the State Soil and Water Conservation Board. SBi646,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Forest Service. SBi661,iiRelating to the continuation and functions, as applicable, of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas, the Office of Public Utility Counsel, and the Public Utility Commission of Texas and to the transfer of certain functions from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the Public Utility Commission of Texas; imposing administrative penalties. SBi662,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology; providing an administrative penalty. SBi663,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the State Committee of Examiners in the Fitting and Dispensing of Hearing Instruments; providing an administrative penalty. SBi664,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Department of Information Resources. SBi688,iiRelating to the investigation, prosecution, and punishment of criminal Medicaid fraud and certain other offenses related to Medicaid fraud; providing penalties. SBi730,iiRelating to the conversion of a nontolled state highway or segment of the state highway system to a toll project. SBi731,iiRelating to the attorney general s’ legal sufficiency review of a comprehensive development agreement. SBi732,iiRelating to the prohibition of certain regulations by a municipality in its extraterritorial jurisdiction involving trees and vegetation. 5278 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5278

NICHOLS, ROBERTi — i(Continued) SBi766,iiRelating to the liability of a sport shooting range and the regulation of firearms, ammunition, firearm supplies, and sport shooting ranges.

SBi909,iiRelating to the discharge of a surety s’ liability on a bail bond in a criminal case. SBi996,iiRelating to establishing a pill splitting program to reduce health plan costs for certain public employees. SBi1058,iiRelating to the transfer of certain state property from the Department of Aging and Disability Services to the Angelina and Neches River Authority. SBi1059,iiRelating to the program for improvement of collection of court costs, fees, and fines imposed in criminal cases. SBi1097,iiRelating to single certification in incorporated or annexed areas served by water or sewer utilities. SBi1184,iiRelating to the creation of the Timber Springs Municipal Management District; providing authority to impose a tax, levy an assessment, and issue bonds. SBi1185,iiRelating to the authority of certain counties to impose a hotel occupancy tax for the operation and maintenance of a fairground in the county. SBi1353,iiRelating to certain claims against persons licensed as real estate brokers and salespersons. SBi1365,iiRelating to the distribution of money appropriated from the national research university fund. SBi1378,iiRelating to the authority of the Alabama-Coushatta Indian Tribe to commission peace officers. SBi1420,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Transportation; providing penalties. SBi1812,iiRelating to criminal history record information of certain applicants for a certificate of registration issued by the Texas Real Estate Commission. SBi1831,iiRelating to the designation of the El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail as a historic highway. SBi1843,iiRelating to investigations of certain offenses involving the Internet-based sexual exploitation of a minor; creating the Internet crimes against children account to support those activities. SBi1899,iiRelating to compensation for services and reimbursement for expenses of a member of the board of directors of the Lake View Management and Development District. SBi1930,iiRelating to the disclosure of the composition of hydraulic fracturing fluids used in hydraulic fracturing treatments. 5279 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5279

NICHOLS, ROBERTi — i(Continued) SJRi1,iiUrging the Congress of the United States to propose and submit to the states for ratification a federal balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States and, in the event that Congress does not submit such an amendment on or before December 31, 2011, applying to Congress to call a convention for the specific and exclusive purpose of proposing an amendment to that constitution to provide, in the absence of a national emergency and on a two-thirds vote of Congress, for a federal balanced budget and requesting that the legislatures of each of the several states that compose the United States apply to Congress to call a convention to propose such an amendment. SJRi11,iiProposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to limit the maximum appraised value of a residence homestead for ad valorem tax purposes to 105 percent or less of the appraised value of the property for the preceding tax year and to permit the voters of a county to establish a higher limitation not to exceed 110 percent on the maximum appraised value of a residence homestead in the county. SJRi22,iiProposing a constitutional amendment dedicating certain revenue derived from the tax imposed on the sale of motor vehicles to the state highway fund. SCRi1,iiClaiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the United States Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist certain mandates, affirming that the right to keep and bear arms was reserved to the states, and providing that all compulsory federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi36,iiUrging the members of the Texas congressional delegation to provide to the legislature a cost analysis of the exact funding necessary for full enforcement of all immigration laws in Texas and to immediately report back to the legislature as to the status of that funding and directing the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house to send a delegation of members from both chambers to meet with members of Congress and members of the executive branch to discuss the border security crisis. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi91,iiRecognizing January 25, 2011, as Texas Merchandise Vending Association Day at the State Capitol. SRi212,iiRecognizing February 10, 2011, as Lufkin-Angelina County Day at the Capitol. SRi256,iiRecognizing February 16 and 17, 2011, as Nacogdoches-SFA Days at the State Capitol. SRi318,iiRecognizing February 22 and 23, 2011, as Athens Days at the State Capitol. SRi347,iiRecognizing February 24, 2011, as Palestine Day at the State Capitol. 5280 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5280

NICHOLS, ROBERTi — i(Continued) SRi416,iiIn memory of Lois Shaw Jordan of Kilgore. SRi463,iiRecognizing the Toyota Texas Bass Classic for its support of the Parks and Wildlife Department. SRi464,iiIn memory of Richard Lewis Waltman of Athens. SRi530,iiCongratulating John D. Eckstrum on being named Realtor of the Year by the Texas Association of Realtors. SRi531,iiRecognizing the Neches High School girls ’basketball team for winning the Class 1A Division II state championship title. SRi532,iiRecognizing March 14, 2011, as Cedar Creek Lake Day at the State Capitol. SRi533,iiIn memory of Louann Confer of Mabank. SRi575,iiRecognizing March 30, 2011, as Montgomery County Day at the State Capitol. SRi580,iiRecognizing Doris Howdeshell on the occasion of her retirement from the Texas Department of Transportation. SRi581,iiRecognizing the Texas Forestry Association on the occasion of its seedling giveaway. SRi623,iiRecognizing March 28, 2011, as Leadership Southeast Texas Day at the State Capitol. SRi681,iiIn memory of John E. Tomlin of Shelby County. SRi682,iiRecognizing March 31, 2011, as Shelby County Day at the State Capitol. SRi726,iiRecognizing Gail Green for her service to the citizens of Texas. SRi886,iiObserving May of 2011 as Fight Arthritis Pain Month in Texas. SRi894,iiCongratulating Ray Neal McEachern of San Augustine for receiving the Pioneer Award from the San Augustine County Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. SRi1198,iiRecognizing the First United Methodist Church of Palestine on the occasion of its 175th anniversary. SRi1218,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2499. SRi1219,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1112.

OGDEN, STEVE SBi1,iiGeneral Appropriations Bill. SBi9,iiRelating to homeland security; providing penalties. SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi363,iiRelating to the cessation of tolls by toll project entities in certain circumstances. SBi364,iiRelating to statistical information on the prosecution of certain offenses relating to the operating of a motor vehicle while intoxicated. 5281 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5281

OGDEN, STEVEi — i(Continued) SBi365,iiRelating to distributed generation of electric power. SBi366,iiRelating to the repeal of information disclosure exemptions for public power utilities. SBi367,iiRelating to the review by the attorney general of invoices related to legal services provided to state agencies by outside counsel. SBi899,iiRelating to the legislature s’ consent or approval of a settlement of a claim or action against this state. SBi904,iiRelating to the eligibility of certain citizens residing outside the United States to vote a full ballot. SBi994,iiRelating to imposing costs on conviction in certain drug cases to support law enforcement. SBi1214,iiRelating to equal opportunity for access by private and parochial school students to certain University Interscholastic League sponsored activities. SBi1278,iiRelating to making supplemental appropriations and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding appropriations. SBi1428,iiRelating to authorizing the designation of an area adjacent to a state highway project as a transportation finance zone, and authorizing the revenue from the state sales and use taxes imposed in the zone to be deposited in a revolving fund and used to repay financial assistance provided from the fund for highway projects. SBi1579,iiRelating to state fiscal matters related to general government. SBi1580,iiRelating to state fiscal matters related to health and human services and state agencies administering health and human services programs. SBi1581,iiRelating to state fiscal matters, and certain administrative and business matters, related to public and higher education. SBi1582,iiRelating to state fiscal matters related to the judiciary. SBi1583,iiRelating to state fiscal matters. SBi1584,iiRelating to state fiscal matters related to natural resources and the environment. SBi1585,iiRelating to state fiscal matters regarding business and economic development. SBi1586,iiRelating to state fiscal matters related to certain regulatory agencies. SBi1587,iiRelating to the remittance and allocation of certain taxes and fees. SBi1588,iiRelating to the creation and re-creation of funds and accounts, the dedication and rededication of revenue, and the exemption of unappropriated money from use for general governmental purposes. SBi1589,iiRelating to directing payment, after approval, of certain miscellaneous claims and judgments against the state out of funds designated by this Act; making appropriations. SBi1590,iiRelating to the Texas Economic Development Act. SBi1612,iiRelating to the monitoring, oversight, and funding of certain public retirement systems. 5282 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5282

OGDEN, STEVEi — i(Continued) SBi1613,iiRelating to the application of the public meetings and public information laws to public power utilities. SBi1662,iiRelating to the payment of costs associated with certain educational programs of Prairie View A&M University. SJRi1,iiUrging the Congress of the United States to propose and submit to the states for ratification a federal balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States and, in the event that Congress does not submit such an amendment on or before December 31, 2011, applying to Congress to call a convention for the specific and exclusive purpose of proposing an amendment to that constitution to provide, in the absence of a national emergency and on a two-thirds vote of Congress, for a federal balanced budget and requesting that the legislatures of each of the several states that compose the United States apply to Congress to call a convention to propose such an amendment. SJRi5,iiProposing a constitutional amendment to clarify references to the permanent school fund, to allow the General Land Office to distribute revenue derived from permanent school fund land or other properties to the available school fund, and to provide for an increase in the market value of the permanent school fund for the purpose of allowing increased distributions from the available school fund. SJRi29,iiProposing a constitutional amendment requiring the provision of free textbooks to students attending private primary and secondary schools in this state. SJRi30,iiProposing a constitutional amendment dedicating certain revenue derived from any increases in taxes on motor fuel to the repayment of certain transportation-related state debt. SJRi42,iiProposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to permit the Texas Transportation Commission, subject to legislative review and approval, to designate the area adjacent to a state highway project as a transportation finance zone and authorizing the revenue from the state sales and use taxes imposed in the zone to be deposited in a revolving fund and used to repay financial assistance provided from the fund for certain purposes. SJRi51,iiProposing a constitutional amendment imposing a state property tax for public education, authorizing the legislature to establish for purposes of that tax a limit on the maximum appraised value of a residence homestead of 105 percent of the appraised value of the property for the preceding tax year, prohibiting school district property taxes for maintenance purposes, and authorizing school district property taxes for educational enrichment. SJRi52,iiProposing a constitutional amendment clarifying that a tax imposed on certain business entities is not subject to Section 24, Article VIII, Texas Constitution, and imposing certain limitations on the computation of a tax imposed on a business entity. SCRi3,iiProviding for procedures for the canvass of votes for the governor and lieutenant governor and the inauguration of the governor and lieutenant governor. 5283 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5283

OGDEN, STEVEi — i(Continued) SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi36,iiUrging the members of the Texas congressional delegation to provide to the legislature a cost analysis of the exact funding necessary for full enforcement of all immigration laws in Texas and to immediately report back to the legislature as to the status of that funding and directing the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house to send a delegation of members from both chambers to meet with members of Congress and members of the executive branch to discuss the border security crisis. SRi2,iiCongratulating members of the TALL XII class for their selection as participants. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi65,iiRecognizing Mark Evans on the occasion of his retirement as Trinity County Judge. SRi90,iiRecognizing Lisa Benford on the occasion of her retirement from the Texas Legislative Council. SRi99,iiRecognizing the Agriculture Business Association of Poland and the National Association of Cereal Producers. SRi132,iiRecognizing March 23, 2011, as Hutto Day at the State Capitol. SRi133,iiHonoring the Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and the Texas Veterinary Medical Association. SRi190,iiHonoring the 2011 Class of Leadership Round Rock. SRi225,iiRecognizing the Boys and Girls Clubs of Texas for the valuable contribution they make to the young people of this state. SRi263,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Orange and Maroon Legislative Day. SRi278,iiRecognizing February 23, 2011, as Sheriffs ’Association of Texas Day at the Capitol. SRi325,iiPaying tribute to Barbara Jordan in honor of the 75th anniversary of her birth. SRi411,iiDeclaring March 2, 2011, as Sam Houston Day at the State Capitol. SRi472,iiRecognizing Richard L. Cosper of Georgetown for his service to his country. SRi481,iiIn memory of Val Shepperd of Austin. SRi515,iiCommending the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University on the occasion of its centennial. SRi653,iiRecognizing April 14, 2011, as Houston County Day at the Capitol. SRi689,iiRecognizing April 13, 2011, as Williamson County Day at the State Capitol. SRi824,iiCommending the Texas A&M University women s’ basketball team on winning the National Collegiate Athletic Association national championship. 5284 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5284

OGDEN, STEVEi — i(Continued) SRi828,iiRecognizing Myrtis Dightman on the occasion of the unveiling of his portrait bust. SRi870,iiCongratulating Grupo Fantasma for winning a Grammy Award. SRi885,iiRecognizing the cadets of the Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program. SRi909,iiCommending Joemarie Ortiz for rescuing four people from a burning vehicle. SRi966,iiIn memory of Terry Omar Smith. SRi1082,iiCongratulating the recipients of the H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards. SRi1146,iiRecognizing Chris Osborne on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of his ministry at Central Baptist Church of Bryan-College Station. SRi1213,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1.

PATRICK, DAN SBi1,iiGeneral Appropriations Bill. SBi12,iiRelating to the flexibility of the board of trustees of a school district in the management and operation of public schools in the district. SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi16,iiRelating to informed consent to an abortion. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi23,iiRelating to the administration of and efficiency, cost-saving, fraud prevention, and funding measures for certain health and human services and health benefits programs, including the medical assistance and child health plan programs. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi124,iiRelating to the enforcement of state and federal laws governing immigration by certain governmental entities; providing a civil penalty. SBi125,iiRelating to the retention of the $1 million total revenue exemption for the franchise tax. SBi126,iiRelating to the duty of a peace officer to inquire into the lawful presence of certain persons. SBi127,iiRelating to the establishment, operation, and funding of charter schools. SBi128,iiRelating to lobbying by former members of the legislature; creating an offense. SBi129,iiRelating to the limitation on increases in the appraised value of a residence homestead for ad valorem taxation. SBi130,iiRelating to informed consent to an abortion. 5285 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5285

PATRICK, DANi — i(Continued) SBi146,iiRelating to the offense of smuggling of persons and unlawful transport of an individual; providing penalties. SBi178,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi187,iiRelating to human body and anatomical specimen donation. SBi243,iiRelating to the reestablishment of the Texas Bleeding Disorders Advisory Council. SBi244,iiRelating to the continuing education requirements for certain peace officers. SBi257,iiRelating to the issuance of "Choose Life" license plates and the creation of the Choose Life account in the general revenue fund. SBi288,iiRelating to authorizing the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas to operate one or more southbound vehicle checkpoints near the international border of this state for the purpose of preventing certain criminal offenses. SBi321,iiRelating to an employee ’s transportation and storage of certain firearms or ammunition while on certain property owned or controlled by the employee s’ employer. SBi354,iiRelating to the carrying of concealed handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. SBi377,iiRelating to the murder of a child as a capital offense. SBi391,iiRelating to the provision of electronic samples of a textbook adopted by the State Board of Education. SBi392,iiRelating to the classification of certain entities as primarily engaged in retail trade for purposes of the franchise tax. SBi393,iiRelating to amended sales tax reports and the reallocation of sales tax revenue. SBi394,iiRelating to the creation of the offense of unlawful transport of an undocumented person. SBi395,iiRelating to the punishment for certain intoxication offenses. SBi404,iiRelating to health plan and health benefit plan coverage for abortions. SBi443,iiRelating to measures intended to provide flexibility and cost savings to school districts. SBi444,iiRelating to eliminating the set-aside of a portion of designated tuition for student financial assistance at public institutions of higher education. SBi468,iiRelating to the flexibility of the board of trustees of a school district in the management and operation of public schools in the district. SBi474,iiRelating to a limitation on increases in the appraised value for ad valorem tax purposes of commercial or industrial real property. SBi475,iiRelating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 524; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain. 5286 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5286

PATRICK, DANi — i(Continued) SBi476,iiRelating to the classification of automotive repair shops as primarily engaged in retail trade for purposes of the franchise tax. SBi477,iiRelating to the allocation to a school district of the expenses of a joint election. SBi515,iiRelating to required individual health insurance coverage. SBi516,iiRelating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the appraised value of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran. SBi572,iiRelating to certificates of public convenience and necessity to provide water or sewer utility service. SBi573,iiRelating to certificates of public convenience and necessity for water or sewer services. SBi635,iiRelating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. SBi636,iiRelating to the consolidation of more than one water or sewer system under a single tariff by an investor-owned utility. SBi637,iiRelating to the recovery of certain rate case expenses by an investor-owned water and sewer utility. SBi714,iiRelating to the exemption of certain property from municipal drainage service charges and from related ordinances, resolutions, and rules. SBi827,iiRelating to the child health plan and medical assistance programs. SBi828,iiRelating to the constitutional limit on the rate of growth of appropriations and the use of surplus state revenues. SBi829,iiRelating to the provision of certain professional services by certain governmental entities. SBi830,iiRelating to the use of customs brokers to obtain a refund of sales and use taxes and to the retention of the $1 million total revenue exemption for the franchise tax. SBi838,iiRelating to the penalty for driving while intoxicated. SBi839,iiRelating to the presence of minors in certain alcoholic beverage establishments; providing penalties. SBi840,iiRelating to the issues at a hearing for a person whose driver ’s license is administratively suspended for refusal to consent to the taking of a specimen following an arrest for certain intoxication offenses. SBi841,iiRelating to the prosecution of and punishment for the offense of breach of computer security. SBi842,iiRelating to requiring the use of an ignition interlock device on conviction of certain intoxication offenses. SBi843,iiRelating to the prosecution of the offense of failure to identify. SBi844,iiRelating to the offense of escape from custody by a person lawfully detained. 5287 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5287

PATRICK, DANi — i(Continued) SBi845,iiRelating to the filing of a copy of certain records related to the release of accused persons on personal bond. SBi846,iiRelating to the scope of practice of advanced practice nurses at certain sites serving medically underserved populations. SBi847,iiRelating to the authority of certain hospital districts to contract for the performance of administrative functions and services. SBi848,iiRelating to ambulatory surgical centers and to the provision of services at those centers by certain designated physician groups. SBi887,iiRelating to the penalty for theft of an automated teller machine or the contents or components of an automated teller machine. SBi902,iiRelating to participation by private school students in University Interscholastic League sponsored activities. SBi903,iiRelating to the punishment for certain intoxication offenses. SBi904,iiRelating to the eligibility of certain citizens residing outside the United States to vote a full ballot. SBi905,iiRelating to the application of certain concealed handgun license laws to statewide elected officials, certain current and former members of the legislature, and certain federal and state employees. SBi906,iiRelating to the powers and duties of the Texas Medical Board. SBi945,iiRelating to authorizing a lower-division institution of higher education to award an associate degree to a student enrolled in a four-year public institution of higher education who previously attended the lower-division institution. SBi946,iiRelating to the small-sized district adjustment under the public school finance system. SBi947,iiRelating to granting limited state law enforcement authority to certain criminal investigators of the United States and to other federal law enforcement personnel. SBi975,iiRelating to the operation of dropout recovery programs by certain public junior colleges in partnership with school districts. SBi1000,iiRelating to self-directed and semi-independent status of the Texas Real Estate Commission; making an appropriation. SBi1002,iiRelating to the designation of program costs for providing bill payment assistance to certain military veterans as a necessary operating expense that is a first lien against revenue of certain electric and gas utilities ’ revenue securing certain public securities or obligations. SBi1007,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi1199,iiRelating to a ballot by mail single language requirement. SBi1200,iiRelating to the venue for prosecution of misdemeanor cases in justice of the peace courts located in certain counties. 5288 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5288

PATRICK, DANi — i(Continued) SBi1201,iiRelating to regulatory takings. SBi1202,iiRelating to asbestos and silica litigation. SBi1214,iiRelating to equal opportunity for access by private and parochial school students to certain University Interscholastic League sponsored activities. SBi1215,iiRelating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district for maintenance and operations purposes of the appraised value of a residence homestead and the offsetting of the resulting revenue loss to school districts with state sales and use tax revenue. SBi1353,iiRelating to certain claims against persons licensed as real estate brokers and salespersons. SBi1360,iiRelating to continuing education for physicians and nurses regarding the treatment of tick-borne diseases. SBi1365,iiRelating to the distribution of money appropriated from the national research university fund. SBi1383,iiRelating to an appraisal and professional development system for public school principals. SBi1396,iiRelating to measures to increase cost efficiency at public institutions of higher education and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, including the elimination of certain reporting and other requirements imposed on institutions or the coordinating board. SBi1397,iiRelating to creation of a study committee for the Interstate Health Care Compact. SBi1398,iiRelating to verification of precinct and ballot styles during the public testing of direct recording electronic voting machine systems. SBi1399,iiRelating to the regulation of foundation repair contractors; providing penalties. SBi1400,iiRelating to the regulation of certain private security companies and occupations. SBi1416,iiRelating to the creation of the offense of possession, manufacture, transportation, repair, or sale of a tire deflation device and to the offense of attempting to evade arrest through the use of a vehicle or a tire deflation device; providing criminal penalties. SBi1544,iiRelating to a determination on granting assault leave to a certified educator where there has been a juvenile or criminal conviction. SBi1545,iiRelating to the liability of a volunteer health care practitioner who conducts a physical examination or medical screening of a student athlete. SBi1546,iiRelating to the right to a new hearing before an appraisal review board following a failure to attend a hearing. SBi1547,iiRelating to the foreclosure of certain property associations ’assessment liens. SBi1548,iiRelating to the creation of DNA records for the DNA database system and to an offense involving the release of a DNA sample to an unauthorized recipient. 5289 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5289

PATRICK, DANi — i(Continued) SBi1652,iiRelating to the implementation of new processes for the purposes of budget transparency, fiscal responsibility, and open government. SBi1785,iiRelating to the creation of the Texas Department of Health Professions to regulate certain health professions, the transfer of certain powers and duties to the department, and the abolishment of certain state agencies and other licensing entities. SBi1786,iiRelating to the coverage by health benefit plans of expenses or procedures that violate certain religious convictions. SBi1787,iiRelating to the information provided by a peace officer before requesting a specimen to determine intoxication. SBi1788,iiRelating to planning for students enrolled in public school special education programs. SBi1789,iiRelating to platting requirements affecting subdivision golf courses in certain counties. SBi1790,iiRelating to distributing or prescribing abortion-inducing drugs; providing an administrative penalty. SBi1791,iiRelating to requiring certain state retirees from the elected class to contribute toward the cost of health insurance. SBi1792,iiRelating to unenforceable restrictive covenants affecting residential homes. SBi1793,iiRelating to liability of certain public utilities that allow recreational use of land that the public utility owns, occupies, or leases. SBi1822,iiRelating to the administration of certain supplemental student loan programs and the issuance of private activity bonds by qualified nonprofit corporations. SBi1823,iiRelating to guaranteed student loans and alternative education loans. SBi1882,iiRelating to the creation of Harris County Improvement District No. 22; providing authority to levy an assessment, impose a tax, and issue bonds. SBi1897,iiRelating to the creation of the Vintage Municipal Management District; providing authority to impose a tax, levy an assessment, and issue bonds. SJRi1,iiUrging the Congress of the United States to propose and submit to the states for ratification a federal balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States and, in the event that Congress does not submit such an amendment on or before December 31, 2011, applying to Congress to call a convention for the specific and exclusive purpose of proposing an amendment to that constitution to provide, in the absence of a national emergency and on a two-thirds vote of Congress, for a federal balanced budget and requesting that the legislatures of each of the several states that compose the United States apply to Congress to call a convention to propose such an amendment. SJRi7,iiProposing 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. 5290 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5290

PATRICK, DANi — i(Continued) SJRi12,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. SJRi20,iiProposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to limit the maximum appraised value of commercial or industrial real property for ad valorem tax purposes to 110 percent or more of the appraised value of the property for the preceding tax year. SJRi21,iiProposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran in an amount equal to the amount of the residence homestead exemption to which the disabled veteran was entitled. SJRi27,iiProposing a constitutional amendment concerning the limitation on the rate of growth of state appropriations and the use of unencumbered surplus state revenues to provide for a rebate of state franchise taxes, to reduce public school district property taxes, and to fund the state s’ rainy day fund. SJRi36,iiProposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation by a school district for maintenance and operations purposes all or part of the appraised value of a residence homestead. SJRi49,iiProposing a constitutional amendment relating to an individual s’ or a religious organization s’ free exercise of religion. SCRi1,iiClaiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the United States Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist certain mandates, affirming that the right to keep and bear arms was reserved to the states, and providing that all compulsory federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi87,iiHonoring the efforts of the Boot Campaign and its contributions to United States active duty service members and veterans. SRi503,iiCommending the Patriot Guard Riders on their commitment to supporting the families of veterans and active-duty military members. SRi551,iiRecognizing the 150th anniversary of the unification of the Republic of Italy. SRi637,iiRecognizing Louis Bernard Marks on the occasion of his 87th birthday. SRi770,iiRecognizing the 2011 Governor William P. Clements, Jr., Scholars for their commitment to public service and public policy. SRi827,iiRecognizing pregnancy care centers for their dedication. 5291 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5291

PATRICK, DANi — i(Continued) SRi846,iiRecognizing O.A. "Bum" Phillips. SRi873,iiIn memory of William Arnold McMinn, Jr. SRi931,iiRecognizing the participants in the Texas Honor Ride.

RODRIGUEZ, JOSE SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi26,iiRelating to the use of person first respectful language in reference to individuals with disabilities. SBi34,iiRelating to the establishment and operation of the Texas Women Veterans Program. SBi37,iiRelating to the duration of the interagency task force on ensuring appropriate care settings for persons with disabilities. SBi240,iiRelating to examination requirements for certain applicants for a license to practice medicine. SBi253,iiRelating to the regulation of activities with respect to certain extensions of consumer credit. SBi254,iiRelating to the extension of consumer credit to certain members of the Texas National Guard and armed forces of the United States and their dependents; providing a penalty. SBi272,iiRelating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education. SBi278,iiRelating to the personal needs allowance for certain Medicaid recipients who are residents of long-term care facilities. SBi315,iiRelating to the agencies and entities responsible for compiling and maintaining information pertaining to criminal combinations and criminal street gangs. SBi330,iiRelating to renewable energy capacity, jobs, and trading credits. SBi355,iiRelating to the elimination of smoking in certain workplaces and public places; providing penalties. SBi357,iiRelating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran or the principal residence of the surviving minor children of such a disabled veteran. SBi374,iiRelating to the amount of the fee paid by a defendant for a peace officer s’ services in executing or processing an arrest warrant, capias, or capias pro fine. SBi471,iiRelating to public school, child-placing agency, and day-care center policies addressing sexual abuse and other maltreatment of children. SBi492,iiRelating to the creation of a distributed solar generation incentive program. 5292 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5292

RODRIGUEZ, JOSEi — i(Continued) SBi504,iiRelating to discounted utility rates for school districts. SBi513,iiRelating 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. SBi585,iiRelating to programs, services, and information related to women s’ health, family planning, and human sexuality. SBi600,iiRelating to a prohibition on law enforcement inquiries regarding the nationality or immigration status of a victim of or witness to a criminal offense. SBi601,iiRelating to the authority of the El Paso County Hospital District to employ and commission peace officers. SBi602,iiRelating to confidential information under the public information law and to procedures and deadlines under the public information law in relation to the redaction of certain confidential information by a governmental body. SBi603,iiRelating to the filing and posting on the Internet of reports of political contributions and expenditures required in connection with the office of member of the board of trustees of certain school districts. SBi604,iiRelating to the execution of lawful process by county jailers. SBi605,iiRelating to the creation of an appellate judicial system for the Eighth Court of Appeals District. SBi606,iiRelating to court costs imposed on conviction and deposited to the courthouse security fund. SBi607,iiRelating to the assessment of court costs on conviction of a Class C misdemeanor in certain justice courts. SBi608,iiRelating to the regulation of fireworks by counties; imposing a criminal penalty. SBi609,iiRelating to the exemption of certain property from municipal drainage service charges and from related ordinances, resolutions, and rules. SBi610,iiRelating to the period of continuous eligibility for the medical assistance program. SBi611,iiRelating to the child health plan program. SBi612,iiRelating to examination requirements for certain applicants for a license to practice medicine. SBi613,iiRelating to educational requirements for licensing as a speech-language pathologist or audiologist. SBi614,iiRelating to the creation of the State Supported Living Center Realignment Commission and the residential placement of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. SBi615,iiRelating to requiring a retail seller of motor vehicle tires to render certain tires unusable and to the regulation of scrap tires; providing civil penalties. SBi616,iiRelating to the sale or transportation of certain desert plants; providing a penalty. 5293 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5293

RODRIGUEZ, JOSEi — i(Continued) SBi617,iiRelating to a manifest system to record the transportation of certain liquid wastes. SBi618,iiRelating to an exemption from the sales tax for certain solar energy devices. SBi619,iiRelating to requiring solar panels to be offered by certain builders of new homes. SBi726,iiRelating to the establishment of the judicial access and improvement account to provide funding for basic civil legal services, indigent defense, and judicial technical support through certain county service fees and court costs imposed to fund the account. SBi831,iiRelating to considering ownership interests of certain disabled veterans in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting. SBi832,iiRelating to voter eligibility and registration in El Paso County Water Improvement District No. 1. SBi852,iiRelating to health education curriculum and instruction in public schools. SBi860,iiRelating to the authority of the El Paso County Hospital District to appoint, contract for, or employ physicians, dentists, and other health care providers. SBi861,iiRelating to the enforcement of building code standards for new residential construction in the unincorporated area of a county; providing a fee. SBi862,iiRelating to the prosecution of the offense of disorderly conduct involving unreasonable noise. SBi863,iiRelating to creation of an offense of bullying of a school district employee by a student. SBi864,iiRelating to the regulation of funeral establishments, including requirements for a retail price list of services provided by such establishments. SBi945,iiRelating to authorizing a lower-division institution of higher education to award an associate degree to a student enrolled in a four-year public institution of higher education who previously attended the lower-division institution. SBi970,iiRelating to information included in a searchable state revenue and expenditure database maintained by the comptroller. SBi1002,iiRelating to the designation of program costs for providing bill payment assistance to certain military veterans as a necessary operating expense that is a first lien against revenue of certain electric and gas utilities ’ revenue securing certain public securities or obligations. SBi1019,iiRelating to the county ethics commission for certain counties. SBi1020,iiRelating to a feasibility study regarding the establishment of a dental school at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at El Paso. SBi1021,iiRelating to certain examination requirements for physicians. SBi1022,iiRelating to the graduate medical training requirements for certain foreign medical school graduates applying for a license to practice medicine in this state. SBi1023,iiRelating to the health professions resource center. 5294 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5294

RODRIGUEZ, JOSEi — i(Continued) SBi1024,iiRelating to the prosecution of the offense of theft of service. SBi1085,iiRelating to the fees collected by district court clerks on the filing of certain civil actions or proceedings to fund basic civil legal services. SBi1088,iiRelating to the imposition by certain municipalities and municipal transit departments of the local sales and use tax in certain federal military installations. SBi1089,iiRelating to the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by the surviving spouse or surviving minor children of a member of the armed forces of the United States who dies while on active duty. SBi1090,iiRelating to the liability of certain social workers who provide volunteer health care services to charitable organizations. SBi1091,iiRelating to authorization for a caregiver who is a relative to enroll a child in school. SBi1092,iiRelating to creating a pilot project to reduce the need for developmental education required for certain students entering higher education. SBi1093,iiRelating to requirements regarding the employment by school districts of educational support employees. SBi1094,iiRelating to the availability of online testing for high school equivalency examinations. SBi1095,iiRelating to the posting of signs in school crossing zones regarding the prohibited use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. SBi1096,iiRelating to the designation of State Highway 20 as a historic highway. SBi1118,iiRelating to the operation of video lottery games by licensed horse and greyhound racetrack operators, to a defense for the operation of video lottery by Indian tribes, to the authority of the Texas Lottery Commission and the Texas Racing Commission, and to the conduct of gambling in this state; providing penalties. SBi1192,iiRelating to the creation, administration, and interpretation of powers of attorney, including statutory powers of attorney. SBi1193,iiRelating to coordination of services provided by Medicaid managed care organizations and certain community centers and local mental health or mental retardation authorities. SBi1194,iiRelating to the amount of temporary income benefits to which an injured employee is entitled under the workers ’compensation system. SBi1195,iiRelating to postponement of jury service in certain counties. SBi1196,iiRelating to guardianships and alternatives to guardianship for persons who have physical disabilities or who are incapacitated. SBi1197,iiRelating to trusts. SBi1198,iiRelating to decedents ’estates. SBi1203,iiRelating to state collaboration with federally recognized Indian tribes. 5295 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5295

RODRIGUEZ, JOSEi — i(Continued) SBi1220,iiRelating to the advisory committee on Medicaid and child health plan program rate and expenditure disparities between the Texas-Mexico border region and other areas of the state. SBi1304,iiRelating to requiring financial disclosure concerning reports prepared by public institutions of higher education for for-profit entities. SBi1305,iiRelating to a prohibition of school district retaliation against an employee for filing a grievance. SBi1316,iiRelating to certain investigations conducted by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission. SBi1354,iiRelating to the regulation of off-premise signs in the unincorporated area of a county. SBi1363,iiRelating to county and municipal land development regulations; providing a penalty. SBi1524,iiRelating to the payment and distribution of consumer assistance funds in an action by the attorney general. SBi1549,iiRelating to the eligibility of and requirements applicable to certain persons for supplemental nutrition assistance. SBi1550,iiRelating to the use of seclusion by community centers. SBi1551,iiRelating to children who are missing or who are victims of offenses; providing a criminal penalty. SBi1552,iiRelating to reimbursement for certain emergency services provided to persons enrolled in the Medicaid managed care program. SBi1553,iiRelating to criminal history record information checks of employees of residential dwelling projects, including employees of public housing authorities. SBi1554,iiRelating to the designation of certain municipal housing authority employees as peace officers. SBi1555,iiRelating to the investment of the permanent university fund and other funds under the management and control of the board of regents of The University of Texas System. SBi1556,iiRelating to requirements for reapportionment of congressional districts. SBi1763,iiRelating to transferring adult education and literacy programs to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board from the Texas Education Agency. SBi1764,iiRelating to workers compensation’ supplemental income benefits. SBi1765,iiRelating to rest breaks for employees of certain contractors with a governmental entity. SBi1766,iiRelating to the Texas Code of Military Justice. SBi1767,iiRelating to the appointment of the board of managers of the El Paso County Hospital District. SBi1769,iiRelating to the maintenance by certain hospitals of records regarding certain uncompensated care costs. 5296 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5296

RODRIGUEZ, JOSEi — i(Continued) SBi1796,iiRelating to the creation of the Texas Coordinating Council for Veterans Services. SBi1878,iiRelating to the program of all-inclusive care for the elderly. SBi1890,iiRelating to the creation of the Montecillo Municipal Management District No. 1; providing authority to levy an assessment, impose a tax, and issue bonds. SBi1910,iiRelating to the delay of the transition to competition in the Western Electricity Coordinating Council service area and to net metering and energy efficiency goals and programs for utilities in that area. SJRi14,iiProposing 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 100 percent or totally disabled veteran. SJRi28,iiProposing a constitutional amendment relating to the provision of parks and recreational facilities by conservation and reclamation districts in El Paso County. SJRi32,iiProposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to increase the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by the surviving spouse or surviving minor children of a member of the armed forces of the United States who dies while on active duty. SJRi33,iiProposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a state video lottery system to operate video lottery games at certain horse and greyhound racetracks and providing that federally recognized Indian tribes are not prohibited from conducting games of chance on certain Indian lands. SJRi40,iiProposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a county to regulate land development if approved by a majority vote in a countywide election. SJRi43,iiProposing a constitutional amendment to establish certain principles and procedures for the drawing of congressional districts. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi84,iiHonoring the victims of violence along our border with Mexico and paying tribute to the men and women who are working tirelessly to end it. SRi114,iiIn memory of John Baylor Van Vranken McKinney. SRi115,iiIn memory of Artemisa "Arte" Salinas of El Paso. SRi116,iiRecognizing Jose F. Cardenas for his contributions to the profession of engineering. SRi243,iiRecognizing February 16 and 17, 2011, as El Paso Days at the State Capitol. SRi244,iiCommending the Arc of Texas ’"Getting to the Heart of the Matter" program. SRi245,iiRecognizing Sylvia, Tim, and Matthew Collins for their participation in the Arc of Texas ’Getting to the Heart of the Matter program. SRi246,iiRecognizing Apolonia Alvarez-Lozano for her participation in the Arc of Texas ’ Getting to the Heart of the Matter program. SRi247,iiRecognizing Jane Jones for her participation in the Arc of Texas ’Getting to the Heart of the Matter program. 5297 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5297

RODRIGUEZ, JOSEi — i(Continued) SRi322,iiRecognizing Justin Churchman of El Paso for being named one of the top youth volunteers in Texas for 2011 in the 16th annual Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program. SRi384,iiRecognizing Jose F. Cardenas for his contributions to the profession of engineering. SRi506,iiExpressing support for the conservation of Castner Range. SRi656,iiRecognizing April 2, 2011, as World Autism Awareness Day at the State Capitol. SRi701,iiWelcoming He´ctor Agustı´n Murguı´a Lardiza´bal of Ciudad Jua´rez to the State Capitol. SRi745,iiWelcoming He´ctor Agustı´n Murguı´a Lardiza´bal of Ciudad Jua´rez to the State Capitol. SRi860,iiRecognizing April 28, 2011, as Workers ’Memorial Day. SRi928,iiIn memory of Michael A. Allen of McAllen. SRi1176,iiIn memory of Robert C. Thornell, Sr. SRi1254,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1198.

SELIGER, KEL SBi9,iiRelating to homeland security; providing penalties. SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi31,iiRelating to the composition of the districts for the election of members of the Texas Senate. SBi178,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi181,iiRelating to the calculation and reporting of water usage by municipalities and water utilities for state water planning and other purposes. SBi307,iiRelating to the composition of the districts for the election of members of the State Board of Education. SBi308,iiRelating to the composition of the congressional districts for the State of Texas. SBi310,iiRelating to the Dallam-Hartley Counties Hospital District. SBi311,iiRelating to the authority of the board of directors of the Ochiltree County Hospital District to employ physicians and other health care providers. SBi312,iiRelating to the exemption of certain electric cooperatives from certain regulations. 5298 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5298

SELIGER, KELi — i(Continued) SBi313,iiRelating to priority groundwater management areas. SBi354,iiRelating to the carrying of concealed handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. SBi368,iiRelating to limits on the purpose of a fresh water supply district and on a district s’ exercise of the power of eminent domain. SBi369,iiRelating to the issuance of specialty license plates for women veterans. SBi370,iiRelating to the authority of the Texas Water Development Board to provide financial assistance for certain projects if the applicant has failed to complete a request for information relevant to the project. SBi371,iiRelating to the eligibility for service retirement annuities of certain elected officials convicted of certain crimes. SBi372,iiRelating to certain reports, communications, publications, and other documents involving the attorney general. SBi449,iiRelating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity. SBi458,iiRelating to initial claims under the unemployment compensation system. SBi459,iiRelating to voluntary assessment of property owners by a municipality to finance water or energy efficiency improvements. SBi460,iiRelating to regulation of the import, export, and management of mule deer; providing penalties. SBi544,iiRelating to unlawful acts against and criminal offenses involving the Medicaid program; providing penalties. SBi545,iiRelating to employment records for law enforcement officers, including procedures to correct employment termination reports; providing an administrative penalty. SBi640,iiRelating to consideration of a bidder s’ principal place of business in awarding certain municipal contracts. SBi641,iiRelating to the calculation of interest on certain ad valorem tax refunds. SBi642,iiRelating to optional annuity increases for certain retirees and beneficiaries of the Texas Municipal Retirement System. SBi643,iiRelating to the creation of a grant program to defray the cost of constructing a new health facility in a rural county. SBi727,iiRelating to groundwater conservation district management plans. SBi728,iiRelating to a groundwater conservation district s’ recovery of expenses in closing or capping a well. SBi729,iiRelating to a joint election for trustees of an independent school district. SBi750,iiRelating to the creation of a groundwater conservation district in a priority groundwater management area. 5299 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5299

SELIGER, KELi — i(Continued) SBi755,iiRelating to a priority groundwater management area designation for a water district. SBi756,iiRelating to a prohibition on the transport of surface water or groundwater more than a specified distance from the water s’ source; providing an administrative penalty. SBi778,iiRelating to the inclusion of professional staff who educate students with disabilities on district-level and campus-level planning and decision-making committees. SBi807,iiRelating to the authority of the office of injured employee counsel under the workers ’ compensation program to obtain grant funding. SBi808,iiRelating to the prosecution of and punishment for the offense of breach of computer security. SBi809,iiRelating to adjudication of certain workers ’compensation disputes, including judicial review in district court. SBi841,iiRelating to the prosecution of and punishment for the offense of breach of computer security. SBi894,iiRelating to employment of physicians by certain hospitals. SBi905,iiRelating to the application of certain concealed handgun license laws to statewide elected officials, certain current and former members of the legislature, and certain federal and state employees. SBi907,iiRelating to the management, operation, rulemaking authority, and oversight of groundwater conservation districts. SBi935,iiRelating to the method of delivery of certain notices sent by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. SBi956,iiRelating to the creation of the Northern Dallam County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds. SBi975,iiRelating to the operation of dropout recovery programs by certain public junior colleges in partnership with school districts. SBi998,iiRelating to the creation of a groundwater conservation district in a priority groundwater management area. SBi1032,iiRelating to the licensure and regulation of equine dental providers; providing penalties. SBi1033,iiRelating to the authority of certain political subdivisions to change the date of their general elections. SBi1120,iiRelating to the exemption from taxation of property of a local government corporation. SBi1129,iiRelating to treatment under the public school finance system of a school district that imposes a maintenance and operations tax at a rate below the rate otherwise required for entitlement to state funding. SBi1149,iiRelating to requiring electric utilities to comply with energy efficiency goals. 5300 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5300

SELIGER, KELi — i(Continued) SBi1150,iiRelating to requiring certain non-ERCOT utilities to comply with energy efficiency goals. SBi1160,iiRelating to the liability of landowners for damage or injury, including liability for harm to a trespasser. SBi1308,iiRelating to the standards for attorneys representing indigent defendants in capital cases. SBi1311,iiRelating to the designation of certain highways as part of the Purple Heart Trail. SBi1341,iiRelating to the participation by a taxing unit in a suit to compel an appraisal review board to order a change in an appraisal roll. SBi1342,iiRelating to the use of bingo proceeds by licensed authorized organizations, including the use of proceeds to provide health insurance or health insurance benefits to certain employees. SBi1393,iiRelating to the use of contracts by local governments to purchase electricity. SBi1403,iiRelating to the administration to public school students in certain grades of state-administered assessment instruments. SBi1481,iiRelating to allowing driver education courses to be delivered by course providers. SBi1504,iiRelating to the disposal or storage of waste at, or adjacent to, the Texas Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Compact waste disposal facility. SBi1601,iiRelating to the licensing and regulation of chiropractors. SBi1602,iiRelating to the exemption from the sales and use tax for certain agricultural items. SBi1603,iiRelating to the basis for apportioning annual per capita payments from the available school fund. SBi1604,iiRelating to weight limits on a vehicle loaded with certain agricultural products. SBi1605,iiRelating to the Texas Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Compact Commission. SBi1606,iiRelating to reporting requirements regarding groundwater withdrawals for water wells. SBi1618,iiRelating to reporting requirements of state agencies and school districts. SBi1689,iiRelating to the process for refusing to renew an organization report for an operator that fails to plug an inactive oil or gas well. SBi1800,iiRelating to the enforcement of the requirements regarding plugging of inactive oil or gas wells. SBi1843,iiRelating to investigations of certain offenses involving the Internet-based sexual exploitation of a minor; creating the Internet crimes against children account to support those activities. SBi1929,iiRelating to the application of the professional prosecutors law to the district attorney for the 287th Judicial District. 5301 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5301

SELIGER, KELi — i(Continued) SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi32,iiExpressing opposition to federal regulation of intrastate water resources. SCRi55,iiIn memory of the lives of John Clinton Formby and Margaret Clark Formby. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi143,iiCongratulating the Garden City High School Bearkats six-man football team on winning its second consecutive state championship. SRi144,iiRecognizing February 1, 2011, as Andrews County Day at the State Capitol. SRi145,iiRecognizing February 2, 2011, as Texas Food Bank Day at the State Capitol. SRi146,iiRecognizing February 9, 2011, as Howard County Day at the State Capitol. SRi305,iiRecognizing February 22, 2011, as Texas Panhandle Day at the State Capitol. SRi325,iiPaying tribute to Barbara Jordan in honor of the 75th anniversary of her birth. SRi327,iiWelcoming members of the Odessa Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to the State Capitol. SRi387,iiRecognizing the honorees of the 2011 Texas Medal of Arts Awards. SRi480,iiRecognizing Baylor University s’ Bob Bullock Scholars Program and commending this year s’ scholars for their participation. SRi489,iiRecognizing Walt Kelley on the occasion of his retirement as emergency administration manager for the City of Amarillo. SRi495,iiCongratulating the Canyon High School Lady Eagles basketball team on winning the Class 4A state championship title. SRi517,iiCommending Abby Gibson for earning a Girl Scout Gold Award. SRi518,iiCommending Andrea Saxon for earning a Girl Scout Gold Award. SRi519,iiCommending Madison Sanders for earning a Girl Scout Gold Award. SRi520,iiCommending Tanesha Cayton for earning a Girl Scout Gold Award. SRi521,iiCommending Samantha Prather for earning a Girl Scout Gold Award. SRi522,iiCommending Kelsey Turner for earning a Girl Scout Gold Award. SRi615,iiRecognizing March 23, 2011, as Salad Day at the State Capitol. SRi658,iiRecognizing Dan Sheperd for his service to this nation as a member of the United States Army. SRi659,iiRecognizing Nicholas Orchowski for his service to this nation as a member of the United States Army. 5302 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5302

SELIGER, KELi — i(Continued) SRi660,iiRecognizing Matthew Keil for his service to this nation as a member of the United States Army. SRi661,iiRecognizing Shawn L. Walton for his service to this nation as a member of the United States Army. SRi794,iiCongratulating Andrea Cazares for winning the 2011 national championship in powerlifting. SRi876,iiIn memory of John Paul Castro. SRi1007,iiRecognizing Justin B. Graham and Paul D. Ware of Amarillo for receiving the 2010 State of Texas Law Enforcement Achievement Award for Valor. SRi1008,iiRecognizing K. C. Simpson and Jerry S. "Steven" White of Potter County for receiving the 2010 State of Texas Law Enforcement Achievement Award for Valor. SRi1042,iiRecognizing Danny Fryar for his service to the people of Stanton and Martin County. SRi1223,iiRecognizing Candido Mejia of Roberts County on the occasion of his graduation from Miami High School. SRi1224,iiRecognizing Valeria Mejia on the occasion of her graduation from Miami High School. SRi1230,iiIn memory of Richard McDonald.

SHAPIRO, FLORENCE SBi3,iiRelating to the flexibility of the board of trustees of a school district in the management and operation of public schools in the district. SBi4,iiRelating to certification, continuing education, and appraisal of public school teachers. SBi6,iiRelating to the foundation curriculum, the establishment of the instructional materials allotment, and the adoption, review, and purchase of instructional materials and technological equipment for public schools. SBi12,iiRelating to the flexibility of the board of trustees of a school district in the management and operation of public schools in the district. SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi19,iiRelating to the development, financing, construction, and operation of certain toll projects. SBi22,iiRelating to public school finance and prekindergarten programs. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi34,iiRelating to the establishment and operation of the Texas Women Veterans Program. 5303 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5303

SHAPIRO, FLORENCEi — i(Continued) SBi124,iiRelating to the enforcement of state and federal laws governing immigration by certain governmental entities; providing a civil penalty. SBi140,iiRelating to minimum public school attendance for class credit or a final grade. SBi152,iiRelating to the admissibility of evidence of other similar offenses in the prosecution of certain sexual offenses. SBi161,iiRelating to highway funding formulas of and project selection by the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi162,iiRelating to developing a developmental education plan for students entering public institutions of higher education. SBi163,iiRelating to agreements between a regional tollway authority and a local governmental entity governing the ownership, construction, maintenance, and operation of toll projects. SBi164,iiRelating to a fixed academic cost option for resident undergraduate students at general academic teaching institutions. SBi165,iiRelating to zero-based budgeting for state agencies as a part of the sunset review process. SBi166,iiRelating to the sex offender civil commitment program and to the creation of a state agency to perform the functions relating to the sex offender civil commitment program that are currently performed by the Council on Sex Offender Treatment. SBi181,iiRelating to the calculation and reporting of water usage by municipalities and water utilities for state water planning and other purposes. SBi202,iiRelating to achievement benchmarks in fiscal notes and to legislative review of those benchmarks. SBi230,iiRelating to the venue for the filing of certain applications by a pregnant minor with respect to an abortion. SBi246,iiRelating to toll collection services provided by a regional tollway authority. SBi247,iiRelating to the authority of the Texas Holocaust and Genocide Commission to participate in the establishment and operation of an affiliated nonprofit organization and provide grants. SBi260,iiRelating to minimum training standards for employees or operators of certain child-care facilities and registered family homes. SBi321,iiRelating to an employee ’s transportation and storage of certain firearms or ammunition while on certain property owned or controlled by the employee s’ employer. SBi331,iiRelating to designating certain synthetic cannabinoids as controlled substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act; providing penalties and establishing certain criminal consequences or procedures. SBi348,iiRelating to the sale or delivery of salvia divinorum or Salvinorin A; providing a penalty. 5304 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5304

SHAPIRO, FLORENCEi — i(Continued) SBi354,iiRelating to the carrying of concealed handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. SBi400,iiRelating to the entities eligible to make purchases using the cooperative purchasing program administered by the comptroller. SBi401,iiRelating to the licensing and regulation of diagnostic imaging facilities and fluoroscopy-guided pain management procedure centers; providing penalties. SBi468,iiRelating to the flexibility of the board of trustees of a school district in the management and operation of public schools in the district. SBi518,iiRelating to initiatives designed to improve performance of public school students, including initiatives specifically for students enrolled at the sixth, seventh, and eighth grade levels. SBi527,iiRelating to projects funded through the Texas emissions reduction plan. SBi570,iiRelating to beginning teacher induction and mentoring programs for public schools. SBi596,iiRelating to transition planning for a public school student receiving special education services. SBi597,iiRelating to the guarantee of open-enrollment charter school bonds by the permanent school fund. SBi738,iiRelating to a parental role in determining sanctions applied to a public school campus under certain circumstances. SBi842,iiRelating to requiring the use of an ignition interlock device on conviction of certain intoxication offenses. SBi872,iiRelating to the study of productivity and cost-effectiveness in public education. SBi903,iiRelating to the punishment for certain intoxication offenses. SBi912,iiRelating to temporary modification under certain circumstances of procedures authorized for the nonrenewal of public school teacher term contracts. SBi975,iiRelating to the operation of dropout recovery programs by certain public junior colleges in partnership with school districts. SBi997,iiRelating to the public inspection of an application for a ballot to be voted early by mail. SBi1100,iiRelating to the designation of the Irving Diamond Interchange. SBi1144,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi1145,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi1310,iiRelating to the creation of the Select Committee on Economic Development. SBi1376,iiRelating to prohibiting the sale and use of certain radar interference devices; creating an offense. 5305 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5305

SHAPIRO, FLORENCEi — i(Continued) SBi1383,iiRelating to an appraisal and professional development system for public school principals. SBi1442,iiRelating to the application requirements for a local project permit. SBi1472,iiRelating to the coordinated dissemination of online information regarding the operation and performance of certain for-profit educational entities. SBi1475,iiRelating to environmental and public health protections regarding smelter facilities at which lead-acid battery recycling activities are conducted. SBi1483,iiRelating to the state virtual school network and virtual high schools. SBi1484,iiRelating to authorizing open-enrollment charter schools to be awarded academic distinction designations. SBi1497,iiRelating to certain responsibilities of education research centers and to a joint advisory board for education research centers. SBi1534,iiRelating to the operation, certification, and accountability of career schools or colleges. SBi1704,iiRelating to educator preparation programs. SBi1872,iiRelating to revising, revoking, or denying renewal of charters of open-enrollment charter schools under certain circumstances. SJRi1,iiUrging the Congress of the United States to propose and submit to the states for ratification a federal balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States and, in the event that Congress does not submit such an amendment on or before December 31, 2011, applying to Congress to call a convention for the specific and exclusive purpose of proposing an amendment to that constitution to provide, in the absence of a national emergency and on a two-thirds vote of Congress, for a federal balanced budget and requesting that the legislatures of each of the several states that compose the United States apply to Congress to call a convention to propose such an amendment. SJRi10,iiApplying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention to propose an amendment to the United States Constitution to require a balanced federal budget. SJRi13,iiProposing a constitutional amendment requiring certain revenue collected by a public entity from the use of a tolled highway project in this state to be used only for roadways. SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi16,iiDesignating the month of March each year from 2011 through 2020 as Women Veterans Month in tribute to the immeasurable contributions that women in the military have made to this nation. 5306 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5306

SHAPIRO, FLORENCEi — i(Continued) SCRi36,iiUrging the members of the Texas congressional delegation to provide to the legislature a cost analysis of the exact funding necessary for full enforcement of all immigration laws in Texas and to immediately report back to the legislature as to the status of that funding and directing the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house to send a delegation of members from both chambers to meet with members of Congress and members of the executive branch to discuss the border security crisis. SCRi39,iiDesignating the month of April each year from 2011 through 2020 as Genocide Awareness and Prevention Month. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi83,iiRecognizing the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston on the occasion of its 75th anniversary. SRi105,iiRecognizing January 31, 2011, as Texas Capitol Schoolhouse Day at the State Capitol. SRi106,iiRecognizing the Texas Parent Teacher Association for its contributions to the children of Texas. SRi151,iiCelebrating February 8, 2011, as Irving Day at the State Capitol. SRi157,iiRecognizing February 4, 2011, as National Wear Red Day in Texas. SRi178,iiCelebrating February 8, 2011, as KIPP Day at the State Capitol. SRi179,iiRecognizing Shannon Schambeau Patterson of McKinney for being chosen Mrs. Texas America 2010. SRi253,iiRecognizing February 16, 2011, as Susan G. Komen for the Cure Advocacy Day in Texas. SRi257,iiRecognizing February 13 through 19, 2011, as Texas Technology Week. SRi258,iiRecognizing Leadership North Texas Class of 2011. SRi259,iiRecognizing February 22, 2011, as Texas FFA Day at the State Capitol. SRi260,iiRecognizing the Dallas Can! Academy on the occasion of its 25th anniversary. SRi263,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Orange and Maroon Legislative Day. SRi299,iiCelebrating Texas Farm Bureau Day at the State Capitol. SRi302,iiIn memory of Deborah Lynn "Debbie" Friedman. SRi311,iiRecognizing February 23, 2011, as Children s’ Advocacy Centers of Texas Day at the State Capitol. SRi316,iiRecognizing the Texas Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Initiative in celebration of T-STEM Awareness Week in Texas. SRi325,iiPaying tribute to Barbara Jordan in honor of the 75th anniversary of her birth. SRi355,iiRecognizing Ebby Halliday of Dallas on the occasion of her 100th birthday. SRi407,iiRecognizing March 1, 2011, as City of Dallas Day at the State Capitol. 5307 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5307

SHAPIRO, FLORENCEi — i(Continued) SRi409,iiProclaiming March 3, 2011, Texas Federation of Republican Women Legislative Day at the State Capitol. SRi425,iiRecognizing March 9, 2011, as Richardson Telecom Corridor Legislative Day. SRi433,iiRecognizing David Dew for his service with the Sons of the American Legion. SRi434,iiCongratulating Mike Smith on being named the chief investigator with the Collin County Criminal District Attorney s’ Office. SRi435,iiRecognizing March 8, 2011, as Collin County Day at the State Capitol. SRi501,iiRecognizing Knox Hayes Matthews on the occasion of his seventh birthday. SRi554,iiCommending Jaci Walker for being named Miss Texas Junior Pre-teen 2010. SRi556,iiRecognizing March 21, 2011, as Educational Technology Day at the Capitol. SRi638,iiRecognizing Nell Burks Elementary School in McKinney for being named the first Healthy Zone School. SRi656,iiRecognizing April 2, 2011, as World Autism Awareness Day at the State Capitol. SRi695,iiRecognizing April 4, 2011, as Maggie s’ Hope Day at the State Capitol. SRi760,iiRecognizing Service Learning Adventures in North Texas. SRi761,iiRecognizing Congregation Shearith Israel for its more than 125 years of service to the Jewish community in Dallas. SRi793,iiDeclaring the month of April, 2011, Genocide Awareness and Prevention Month. SRi875,iiRecognizing Wendy Kopp for her work in behalf of educational equity and excellence. SRi964,iiRecognizing Henry s’ Homemade Ice Cream in Plano on the occasion of its 25th anniversary. SRi993,iiCommending H. John Fuller for his service to the Wylie Independent School District. SRi1038,iiCongratulating the Conner Harrington Republican Women s’ Club on its 40th year as a federated club. SRi1051,iiRecognizing Beverly Kishpaugh for her service to Texans for Lawsuit Reform. SRi1052,iiIn memory of James Wyatt "Jim" Edwards. SRi1227,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1534.

URESTI, CARLOSiI. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi26,iiRelating to the use of person first respectful language in reference to individuals with disabilities. 5308 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5308

URESTI, CARLOSiI.i — i(Continued) SBi88,iiRelating to free breakfast for certain public school students. SBi89,iiRelating to summer nutrition programs provided for by school districts. SBi115,iiRelating to limiting the liability of space flight entities. SBi116,iiRelating to protective orders against dating violence. SBi117,iiRelating to allowing municipally owned utility systems in certain cities to fund a program to aid low-income residents in paying their bills. SBi118,iiRelating to a court s’ authority to order a proposed patient to receive extended outpatient mental health services. SBi119,iiRelating to the creation of an offense for certain uses of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. SBi120,iiRelating to requiring dental support for a child subject to a child support order. SBi201,iiRelating to the calculation of ad valorem taxes on the residence homestead of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran for the tax year in which the veteran qualifies or ceases to qualify for an exemption from taxation of the homestead. SBi268,iiRelating to the distribution, possession, purchase, consumption, receipt, and taxation of tobacco products; providing penalties. SBi269,iiRelating to a foster children s’ bill of rights. SBi270,iiRelating to newborn hearing screenings. SBi271,iiRelating to the board of directors of the Bexar Metropolitan Water District. SBi273,iiRelating to the powers and duties of certain public improvement districts. SBi274,iiRelating to the regulation by groundwater conservation districts of certain wells. SBi275,iiRelating to certain exceptions to the prohibition on hunting from a public road or right-of-way. SBi288,iiRelating to authorizing the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas to operate one or more southbound vehicle checkpoints near the international border of this state for the purpose of preventing certain criminal offenses. SBi341,iiRelating to authorizing the dissolution of the Bexar Metropolitan Water District; providing a penalty. SBi357,iiRelating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran or the principal residence of the surviving minor children of such a disabled veteran. SBi371,iiRelating to the eligibility for service retirement annuities of certain elected officials convicted of certain crimes. SBi377,iiRelating to the murder of a child as a capital offense. SBi434,iiRelating to the establishment of a task force to address the relationship between domestic violence and child abuse and neglect. 5309 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5309

URESTI, CARLOSiI.i — i(Continued) SBi460,iiRelating to regulation of the import, export, and management of mule deer; providing penalties. SBi471,iiRelating to public school, child-placing agency, and day-care center policies addressing sexual abuse and other maltreatment of children. SBi473,iiRelating to adverse possession of real property by a cotenant heir against other cotenant heirs. SBi516,iiRelating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the appraised value of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran. SBi564,iiRelating to the election of members of the board of directors of the Middle Pecos Groundwater Conservation District. SBi587,iiRelating to jurisdiction in certain proceedings brought by the attorney general with respect to charitable trusts. SBi588,iiRelating to a documented member of the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas hunting certain deer. SBi589,iiRelating to appraisal review board members. SBi744,iiRelating to a fee for an application filed with a county commissioners court to revise a subdivision plat. SBi765,iiRelating to the territory of the El Paso County Water Control and Improvement District No. 4. SBi819,iiRelating to family violence and protective orders. SBi820,iiRelating to a court order for the possession of or access to a child under three years of age. SBi832,iiRelating to voter eligibility and registration in El Paso County Water Improvement District No. 1. SBi833,iiRelating to the election of the board of directors of the Crockett County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1. SBi894,iiRelating to employment of physicians by certain hospitals. SBi904,iiRelating to the eligibility of certain citizens residing outside the United States to vote a full ballot. SBi912,iiRelating to temporary modification under certain circumstances of procedures authorized for the nonrenewal of public school teacher term contracts. SBi961,iiRelating to the authority of physicians and physician assistants to form certain entities. SBi962,iiRelating to the conduct of investigations, prepayment reviews, and payment holds in cases of suspected fraud, waste, or abuse in the provision of health and human services. SBi963,iiRelating to certification of a person as eligible for disabled parking privileges. 5310 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5310

URESTI, CARLOSiI.i — i(Continued) SBi964,iiRelating to the punishment for theft and certain fraud offenses committed against a disabled individual. SBi965,iiRelating to the creation of the Bureau for Economic Development of the Border Region. SBi966,iiRelating to high school diplomas for certain military veterans. SBi993,iiRelating to the removal of a child by the Department of Family and Protective Services, including certain arrangements to provide care for a child during an investigation of abuse or neglect. SBi1022,iiRelating to the graduate medical training requirements for certain foreign medical school graduates applying for a license to practice medicine in this state. SBi1143,iiRelating to the regulation of orthotists and prosthetists. SBi1154,iiRelating to a task force for the development of a strategy to reduce child abuse and neglect and improve child welfare. SBi1157,iiRelating to the certification of the state s’ primary standards of weights and measures. SBi1253,iiRelating to positions that are exempt from a sheriff s’ department civil service system in certain counties. SBi1264,iiRelating to the practice of podiatry. SBi1265,iiRelating to the accreditation of paramedic training programs. SBi1266,iiRelating to the elimination of certain reports submitted by the court of criminal appeals and the supreme court to the Office of Court Administration. SBi1267,iiRelating to applications for appeal filed with an appellate court. SBi1363,iiRelating to county and municipal land development regulations; providing a penalty. SBi1490,iiRelating to the recording of proceedings and the issuance of a warrant to take physical custody of a child in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship; creating an offense. SBi1491,iiRelating to the creation of the Terrell County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds. SBi1492,iiRelating to the election of directors of the Real-Edwards Conservation and Reclamation District. SBi1493,iiRelating to the directors of a defense base management authority and to a study on the effectiveness of the authority. SBi1494,iiRelating to reporting to the Texas Judicial Council the election or appointment of certain municipal officers. SBi1495,iiRelating to payment of out-of-network ambulatory surgery benefits by certain health benefit plans. SBi1496,iiRelating to the scope and validity of correction instruments in the conveyance of real property. 5311 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5311

URESTI, CARLOSiI.i — i(Continued) SBi1505,iiRelating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of a real property interest in oil or gas in place. SBi1506,iiRelating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of a real property interest in oil and gas in place. SBi1519,iiRelating to the definition of tangible personal property. SBi1520,iiRelating to the consideration of applications for permits for certain commercial solid waste processing or treatment facilities. SBi1521,iiRelating to the distribution of money appropriated from a municipal court building security fund. SBi1551,iiRelating to children who are missing or who are victims of offenses; providing a criminal penalty. SBi1566,iiRelating to the licensure of anesthesiologist assistants; providing penalties. SBi1567,iiRelating to the threshold amount at which public utilities are required to report a transaction. SBi1625,iiRelating to the administration, powers, duties, and operation of the Edwards Aquifer Authority. SBi1643,iiRelating to mandatory dismissal deadlines and extended jurisdiction in suits affecting the parent-child relationship to which the Department of Family and Protective Services is a party. SBi1644,iiRelating to the prescription of tamper-resistant opioid analgesic drugs; providing an administrative penalty. SBi1645,iiRelating to the authority to create and operate a defense adjustment management authority. SBi1646,iiRelating to the powers and duties of a defense base management authority. SBi1647,iiRelating to the payment of ad valorem taxes on mineral interests held by an entity other than the owner. SBi1749,iiRelating to the admissibility of certain statements made by a child in a juvenile justice or criminal proceeding. SBi1750,iiRelating to a physician s’ authority to delegate prescribing acts to physician assistants. SBi1751,iiRelating to calculation of the net resources of a person ordered to pay child support. SBi1752,iiRelating to confidentiality of certain Class C misdemeanor records related to the conviction of a child. SBi1756,iiRelating to the substitution by a pharmacist of certain opioid analgesic drugs. SBi1757,iiRelating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property used by a charitable organization that promotes the academic development of boys or girls under the age of 18 years. 5312 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5312

URESTI, CARLOSiI.i — i(Continued) SBi1843,iiRelating to investigations of certain offenses involving the Internet-based sexual exploitation of a minor; creating the Internet crimes against children account to support those activities. SBi1876,iiRelating to the creation of the Lajitas Utility District No. 1 of Brewster County; providing authority to impose taxes and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain. SBi1878,iiRelating to the program of all-inclusive care for the elderly. SBi1898,iiRelating to the appointment of a conservator for and authorizing the dissolution of the Bexar Metropolitan Water District; providing a penalty. SBi1905,iiRelating to the provision of emergency services in certain rural counties using admission fees charged at state parks. SBi1910,iiRelating to the delay of the transition to competition in the Western Electricity Coordinating Council service area and to net metering and energy efficiency goals and programs for utilities in that area. SBi1924,iiRelating to concurrent state and federal jurisdiction over certain units of the national park system in this state. SBi1927,iiRelating to the authority of certain volunteer firefighter and emergency services organizations to hold tax-free sales or auctions. SBi1928,iiRelating to an African American Texans memorial monument on the Capitol grounds. SJRi14,iiProposing 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 100 percent or totally disabled veteran. SCRi2,iiUrging Congress to reauthorize the Water Resources Development Act of 2007, Section 5056, and to appropriate sufficient funds so that efforts to solve the salt problem in the Amistad International Reservoir can continue. SCRi10,iiDesignating February 21 through 27 of each year from 2011 through 2020 as Barbara Jordan Freedom Week. SCRi16,iiDesignating the month of March each year from 2011 through 2020 as Women Veterans Month in tribute to the immeasurable contributions that women in the military have made to this nation. SRi17,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Viva San Antonio Day at the State Capitol. SRi30,iiIn memory of Israel Diaz "Lito" Trinidad. SRi31,iiRecognizing January 24, 2011, as Real County Day at the State Capitol. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi61,iiIn memory of Maria Rosa Pena of San Antonio. SRi62,iiRecognizing Glenn Ratliff of Monahans on the occasion of his 100th birthday. SRi69,iiCommending First Sergeant Ruperto Cruz, Jr. on his service to our nation. 5313 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5313

URESTI, CARLOSiI.i — i(Continued) SRi84,iiHonoring the victims of violence along our border with Mexico and paying tribute to the men and women who are working tirelessly to end it. SRi168,iiCommending the students, faculty, and staff of Saint Mary s’ University. SRi192,iiIn memory of Sylvia Anita Perez. SRi194,iiIn memory of Omar Soltero of San Antonio. SRi243,iiRecognizing February 16 and 17, 2011, as El Paso Days at the State Capitol. SRi255,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Sacred Heart Catholic School Day at the State Capitol. SRi277,iiRecognizing February 16, 2011, as Maverick County Day at the State Capitol. SRi338,iiRecognizing the historical reenactment of the signing of the Live Oak Treaty of 1838. SRi339,iiRecognizing Barbara Martinez on the occasion of her retirement as a justice court manager in Bexar County. SRi340,iiRecognizing February 28, 2011, as Val Verde County Day at the Capitol. SRi341,iiCelebrating Culberson County Day at the State Capitol. SRi342,iiCelebrating Hudspeth County Day at the State Capitol. SRi376,iiIn memory of Fred T. Rangel of Fort Stockton and Balmorhea. SRi385,iiCommending the CyberPatriot team from the Alamo Colleges Information Technology and Security Academy on its victory at the regional CyberPatriot III competition. SRi417,iiCelebrating Brewster County Day at the State Capitol. SRi418,iiProclaiming Jeff Davis County Day at the State Capitol. SRi437,iiRecognizing Richard A. Middleton on the occasion of his retirement as superintendent of the North East Independent School District. SRi452,iiRecognizing March 8, 2011, as Crockett County Day at the State Capitol. SRi484,iiRecognizing the Del Rio Chamber of Commerce on the occasion of its 75th anniversary. SRi494,iiIn memory of Raul R. Ayala. SRi535,iiCommending the citizens of Uvalde County on their many contributions to our state. SRi544,iiIn memory of Stephanie Ann Brown of San Antonio. SRi545,iiIn memory of Homer D. Smith, Jr. SRi568,iiRecognizing the McCollum High School Cowboy cheerleaders for winning their third consecutive National Championship. SRi627,iiRecognizing Louis Agnese for his 25 years of service as president of the University of the Incarnate Word. SRi634,iiIn memory of Maria Louisa Rodriguez Gonzalez of San Antonio. 5314 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5314

URESTI, CARLOSiI.i — i(Continued) SRi649,iiRecognizing March 29, 2011, as Vietnam Veterans Day at the State Capitol. SRi650,iiRecognizing April of 2011 as Foot Health Awareness Month. SRi665,iiCelebrating Reeves County Day at the State Capitol. SRi666,iiCelebrating Loving County Day at the Capitol. SRi667,iiCelebrating Ward County Day at the State Capitol. SRi705,iiRecognizing Winkler County Day at the State Capitol. SRi706,iiCelebrating Kinney County Day at the State Capitol. SRi707,iiRecognizing Brandon Allen, Kelsey Bruce, Haley Hale, Ayland Letsinger, and Josh Smith for their achievements as student-athletes for Brackett High School. SRi708,iiProclaiming May 2011 as Community Action Month in the State of Texas. SRi709,iiProclaiming April of 2011 to be Child Abuse Prevention Month in Texas. SRi711,iiRecognizing the groups and individuals who make possible Fiesta San Antonio. SRi765,iiRecognizing the sixth class of the Senator Gregory Luna Legislative Scholars and Fellows Program. SRi820,iiRecognizing Charlie and Connie De La Garza on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary. SRi823,iiRecognizing Rosa Sanchez Celis and Joseph Ignacio Celis, Jr., on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary. SRi962,iiIn memory of Phil A. Grothues of San Antonio. SRi985,iiIn memory of Anthony Nicholas of San Antonio. SRi1029,iiRecognizing the finalists and winners of the H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards. SRi1082,iiCongratulating the recipients of the H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards. SRi1144,iiRecognizing the Harlandale Independent School District for winning the H-E-B Excellence in Education Award. SRi1207,iiRecognizing Yolanda Fernandez for winning the H-E-B Excellence in Education Lifetime Achievement Award.

VANiDEiPUTTE, LETICIA SBi6,iiRelating to the foundation curriculum, the establishment of the instructional materials allotment, and the adoption, review, and purchase of instructional materials and technological equipment for public schools. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. 5315 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5315

VANiDEiPUTTE, LETICIAi — i(Continued) SBi27,iiRelating to policies of school districts and open-enrollment charter schools for the care of certain students at risk for anaphylaxis. SBi34,iiRelating to the establishment and operation of the Texas Women Veterans Program. SBi58,iiRelating to the designation of segments of State Highway 359, State Highway 16, and State Highway 285 as the Veterans of the Korean War Memorial Highway. SBi89,iiRelating to summer nutrition programs provided for by school districts. SBi98,iiRelating to the trafficking of persons. SBi99,iiRelating to persons authorized to control the disposition of the remains of certain members of the United States armed forces. SBi100,iiRelating to the adoption of certain voting procedures and to certain elections, including procedures necessary to implement the federal Military and Overseas Voter Empowerment Act, deadlines for declaration of candidacy and dates for certain elections, and to terms of certain elected officials. SBi101,iiRelating to the regulation of nonjudicial foreclosure on residences owned by certain members of the military, including foreclosure by a property owners ’association. SBi117,iiRelating to allowing municipally owned utility systems in certain cities to fund a program to aid low-income residents in paying their bills. SBi174,iiRelating to prohibiting the use of eminent domain to take private property for recreational purposes. SBi201,iiRelating to the calculation of ad valorem taxes on the residence homestead of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran for the tax year in which the veteran qualifies or ceases to qualify for an exemption from taxation of the homestead. SBi204,iiRelating to insurance coverage for certain devices used in the treatment of diabetes. SBi206,iiRelating to extending a local behavioral health intervention pilot project. SBi219,iiRelating to health and mental health services for children in foster care and kinship care. SBi224,iiRelating to the award of a distinction designation to a public school campus. SBi226,iiRelating to reporting individual student performance on a physical fitness assessment instrument to the Texas Education Agency. SBi242,iiRelating to bullying, including cyberbullying, in public schools. SBi262,iiRelating to health benefit plan coverage for orally administered anticancer medications. SBi296,iiRelating to the mitigation of the impact of residential development in public school districts. SBi318,iiRelating to the provision of pharmaceutical services through informal and voluntary networks in the workers ’compensation system; providing an administrative violation. SBi325,iiRelating to the automatic enrollment of certain women in the demonstration project for women s’ health care services. 5316 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5316

VANiDEiPUTTE, LETICIAi — i(Continued) SBi327,iiRelating to including certain veterans service organizations as small businesses for the purpose of state contracting. SBi331,iiRelating to designating certain synthetic cannabinoids as controlled substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act; providing penalties and establishing certain criminal consequences or procedures. SBi355,iiRelating to the elimination of smoking in certain workplaces and public places; providing penalties. SBi357,iiRelating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran or the principal residence of the surviving minor children of such a disabled veteran. SBi369,iiRelating to the issuance of specialty license plates for women veterans. SBi423,iiRelating to health insurance coverage and financial assistance for eligible survivors of certain public servants killed in the line of duty. SBi439,iiRelating to an exclusion from unemployment compensation chargebacks for certain employers of uniformed service members. SBi441,iiRelating to coverage for autism spectrum disorder under certain health benefit plans. SBi488,iiRelating to criminal background checks on users of online dating services and to disclosures of online dating safety measures; providing a civil penalty. SBi497,iiRelating to the construction or expansion of a wind-powered electric generation facility located near a federally owned or operated radar installation or military installation; providing an administrative penalty. SBi510,iiRelating to a voluntary statewide diabetes mellitus registry. SBi511,iiRelating to the designated doctor s’ examination under the workers ’ compensation system. SBi529,iiRelating to the regulation of motor vehicle dealers, manufacturers, distributors, and representatives. SBi540,iiRelating to a study of the fiscal impact of adjusting the amount of the ad valorem tax exemption to which disabled veterans and the surviving spouses and children of disabled veterans and certain members of the armed forces are entitled. SBi554,iiRelating to contracts between dentists and health maintenance organizations or insurers. SBi560,iiRelating to tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for certain military personnel, veterans, and dependents residing in this state. SBi574,iiRelating to the requirement and study of insurance coverage for serious emotional disturbance of a child. SBi575,iiRelating to the expansion of the Women s’ Health Program demonstration project and implementation of related outreach activities. 5317 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5317

VANiDEiPUTTE, LETICIAi — i(Continued) SBi594,iiRelating to the regulation of prescriptions for controlled substances, including certain procedures applicable to electronic prescriptions for Schedule II controlled substances. SBi639,iiRelating to tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for certain military personnel, veterans, and dependents residing in this state. SBi709,iiRelating to the use of certain professional titles by psychologists. SBi710,iiRelating to the disclosure of a hazardous drain in a swimming pool or spa by a seller of residential real property. SBi717,iiRelating to the purpose and duties of the Council on Children and Families. SBi718,iiRelating to disciplinary action taken against public school students on the basis of serious misbehavior. SBi719,iiRelating to discharging fines and costs assessed against certain juvenile defendants through community service or tutoring. SBi743,iiRelating to the designation of a segment of State Highway 71 as the 95th Division Memorial Highway. SBi773,iiRelating to telecommunications service discounts for educational institutions, libraries, hospitals, and telemedicine centers. SBi852,iiRelating to health education curriculum and instruction in public schools. SBi856,iiRelating to consent to certain medical treatments by a surrogate decision-maker on behalf of certain inmates. SBi857,iiRelating to the authority of a dental hygienist to provide services in certain facilities and schools. SBi858,iiRelating to the regulation of the practice of dental hygiene. SBi865,iiRelating to the payment of state funds directly to an entity that conducts a primary election under contract in certain counties. SBi922,iiRelating to the designation of a segment of State Highway 243 in Van Zandt County as the Veterans Memorial Parkway. SBi980,iiRelating to communications services and markets. SBi988,iiRelating to the creation of a cybersecurity, education, and economic development council. SBi1000,iiRelating to self-directed and semi-independent status of the Texas Real Estate Commission; making an appropriation. SBi1001,iiRelating to the practice of certain professions regulated under the Occupations Code and the payment and reimbursement of certain professionals. SBi1002,iiRelating to the designation of program costs for providing bill payment assistance to certain military veterans as a necessary operating expense that is a first lien against revenue of certain electric and gas utilities ’ revenue securing certain public securities or obligations. 5318 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5318

VANiDEiPUTTE, LETICIAi — i(Continued) SBi1005,iiRelating to fair treatment of all providers of instructional materials to students enrolled at public institutions of higher education. SBi1045,iiRelating to examinations for hiring in certain municipal fire departments. SBi1060,iiRelating to the creation of a first offender prostitution prevention program. SBi1081,iiRelating to the dispensing of pharmaceuticals with an aesthetic purpose by physicians and therapeutic optometrists. SBi1099,iiRelating to smoke alarms and fire extinguishers in residential rental units. SBi1107,iiRelating to the vaccination against bacterial meningitis of entering students at public and private or independent institutions of higher education. SBi1142,iiRelating to revision of open-enrollment charter school charters to add charter schools under certain circumstances. SBi1211,iiRelating to payment of claims to pharmacies and pharmacists. SBi1212,iiRelating to the operation of video gaming by authorized organizations and commercial operators that are licensed to conduct bingo or lease bingo premises; providing penalties. SBi1262,iiRelating to the Texas State Board of Pharmacy. SBi1263,iiRelating to the authority of the Bexar County Hospital District to employ physicians. SBi1311,iiRelating to the designation of certain highways as part of the Purple Heart Trail. SBi1312,iiRelating to certain criminal and civil consequences of trafficking of persons, compelling prostitution, and certain other related criminal offenses and to the prevention, prosecution, and punishment of those offenses. SBi1313,iiRelating to the definition of conduct indicating a need for supervision. SBi1314,iiRelating to the punishment for and certain civil consequences of committing the offense of prostitution. SBi1317,iiRelating to coverage for certain pharmaceutical services by a workers ’ compensation insurance carrier. SBi1336,iiRelating to charitable immunity of a licensed marriage and family therapist. SBi1337,iiRelating to the operation and regulation of certain consolidated insurance programs; providing administrative penalties. SBi1347,iiRelating to the exclusion of certain flow-through funds by qualified courier and logistics companies in determining total revenue for purposes of the franchise tax. SBi1348,iiRelating to higher education curriculum review teams to review public school curriculum standards for college readiness purposes. SBi1349,iiRelating to a requirement that a person hold a license issued by the appropriate state agency to be employed as a marriage and family therapist by a school district. 5319 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5319

VANiDEiPUTTE, LETICIAi — i(Continued) SBi1353,iiRelating to certain claims against persons licensed as real estate brokers and salespersons. SBi1380,iiRelating to designating October as Disability History and Awareness Month. SBi1423,iiRelating to adding certain synthetic compounds to Penalty Group 2 of the Texas Controlled Substances Act. SBi1436,iiRelating to creating the offense of continuous trafficking of persons; providing a penalty and other civil consequences. SBi1437,iiRelating to the administration of certain immunizations or vaccinations by a pharmacist. SBi1438,iiRelating to the program for impaired pharmacists and disciplinary proceedings conducted by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy. SBi1439,iiRelating to a criminal defendant s’ incompetency to stand trial, to certain related time credits, and to the maximum period allowed for restoration of the defendant to competency. SBi1515,iiRelating to motor vehicle inspections that employ remote sensing equipment. SBi1517,iiRelating to the sterilization of dogs and cats; providing a penalty. SBi1545,iiRelating to the liability of a volunteer health care practitioner who conducts a physical examination or medical screening of a student athlete. SBi1614,iiRelating to payment of and disclosures related to certain ambulatory surgical center charges. SBi1620,iiRelating to substitution of certain career and technology courses for certain mathematics and science courses otherwise required under the recommended high school program. SBi1621,iiRelating to establishing veterans resource centers at certain institutions of higher education. SBi1622,iiRelating to a secondary-level English language learners ’program for public school students of limited English proficiency. SBi1623,iiRelating to transfer of a student of limited English proficiency out of a public school bilingual education or special language program. SBi1625,iiRelating to the administration, powers, duties, and operation of the Edwards Aquifer Authority. SBi1636,iiRelating to the collection, analysis, and preservation of sexual assault or DNA evidence. SBi1732,iiRelating to authorizing the adjutant general to operate post exchanges on state military property. SBi1733,iiRelating to the occupational licensing of spouses of members of the military. SBi1734,iiRelating to tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for certain Texas military veterans. 5320 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5320

VANiDEiPUTTE, LETICIAi — i(Continued) SBi1735,iiRelating to limited purpose subsidiary life insurance companies. SBi1736,iiRelating to the establishment of the College Credit for Heroes program. SBi1737,iiRelating to accrual and use of leave of absence for certain training or duty, including military training or duty, by public employees and officers. SBi1739,iiRelating to the use of the fund for veterans ’assistance. SBi1754,iiRelating to the closed formulary for workers ’compensation pharmaceutical benefits. SBi1755,iiRelating to the issuance of certain specialty license plates. SBi1796,iiRelating to the creation of the Texas Coordinating Council for Veterans Services. SBi1836,iiRelating to revision of open-enrollment charter school charters to add charter schools under certain circumstances. SBi1837,iiRelating to exemptions to persons required to hold a limited property and casualty license. SBi1838,iiRelating to the transfer of housing funds from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to the Texas Veterans Commission. SBi1839,iiRelating to an annual report of the private entity granted care and custody of the Alamo. SBi1840,iiRelating to the preservation and maintenance of the Alamo and the financial accountability and transparency of persons granted care and custody over certain historic state real properties. SBi1841,iiRelating to the preservation and maintenance of the Alamo by the General Land Office. SBi1843,iiRelating to investigations of certain offenses involving the Internet-based sexual exploitation of a minor; creating the Internet crimes against children account to support those activities. SBi1848,iiRelating to the distribution of the emergency service fee for wireless telecommunications connections and the prepaid 9-1-1 emergency service fee. SBi1850,iiRelating to appeals regarding cruelly treated animals. SBi1861,iiRelating to the ability of a nonexempt employee to participate in certain academic, extracurricular, and developmental activities of the employee s’ child. SBi1872,iiRelating to revising, revoking, or denying renewal of charters of open-enrollment charter schools under certain circumstances. SJRi14,iiProposing 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 100 percent or totally disabled veteran. SJRi35,iiProposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to legalize the operation of video gaming in this state by persons and organizations licensed to conduct bingo or lease bingo premises and providing that federally recognized Indian tribes are not prohibited from conducting gaming on certain Indian lands. 5321 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5321

VANiDEiPUTTE, LETICIAi — i(Continued) SJRi37,iiProposing a constitutional amendment to change the length of the unexpired term that causes the automatic resignation of certain elected county or district officeholders if they become candidates for another office. SCRi16,iiDesignating the month of March each year from 2011 through 2020 as Women Veterans Month in tribute to the immeasurable contributions that women in the military have made to this nation. SCRi19,iiCommending the doctors, educators, and parents who participate in the Reach Out and Read program. SCRi25,iiExpressing continued support for the construction of a monument on Capitol grounds recognizing Texans who served in the Vietnam War. SRi17,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Viva San Antonio Day at the State Capitol. SRi22,iiRecognizing Antonia R. Arias on the occasion of her 90th birthday. SRi23,iiRecognizing Erwin J. De Luna on the occasion of his retirement from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi42,iiRecognizing John J. Ploch for his service to his country. SRi43,iiRecognizing Juan Carrion for his service to his country. SRi44,iiRecognizing Frank Lamar for his service to his country. SRi45,iiRecognizing Kevin Macari for his service to his country. SRi46,iiRecognizing Chris Goebel for his service to his country. SRi47,iiRecognizing Richard Groff for his service to his country. SRi51,iiIn memory of Mary Espiritu of San Antonio. SRi53,iiCommending the wounded warriors of our nation for their sacrifice, dedication, and patriotism. SRi85,iiCommending Fethullah Gu¨len for his contributions to the promotion of global peace. SRi88,iiRecognizing John Wesley Boldt for his contributions to the field of medicine. SRi89,iiIn memory of Wesley J. Rice of San Antonio. SRi109,iiRecognizing Harmony Science Academy on the occasion of its 10th anniversary. SRi148,iiCelebrating Senior Day at the State Capitol on February 8, 2011. SRi165,iiIn memory of Nicolas O. Estrada of San Antonio. SRi168,iiCommending the students, faculty, and staff of Saint Mary s’ University. SRi194,iiIn memory of Omar Soltero of San Antonio. SRi219,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as United Way Day at the State Capitol. SRi263,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Orange and Maroon Legislative Day. SRi265,iiRecognizing February 16, 2011, as Ellington Field Day at the State Capitol. 5322 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5322

VANiDEiPUTTE, LETICIAi — i(Continued) SRi269,iiWelcoming the Alamo Angels Accordion Orchestra to the State Capitol. SRi270,iiIn memory of Beatrice Theresa Gonzalez Aleman of San Antonio. SRi271,iiIn memory of Maria Rosa Pena of San Antonio. SRi272,iiIn memory of Terry McGoon Hausman of San Antonio and Eagle Pass. SRi279,iiCommending Dan Leija on being named State Teacher of the Year. SRi297,iiWelcoming the members of the San Antonio Chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness to the State Capitol and commending them for their efforts. SRi356,iiIn memory of Maria Theresa Morado of San Antonio. SRi383,iiIn memory of Jack Paul Leon of San Antonio. SRi385,iiCommending the CyberPatriot team from the Alamo Colleges Information Technology and Security Academy on its victory at the regional CyberPatriot III competition. SRi386,iiCelebrating March 8, 2011, as UTSA Day at the Capitol. SRi390,iiCommending the Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas for offering young girls a path to engaged citizenship. SRi408,iiIn memory of Corey C. Owens. SRi437,iiRecognizing Richard A. Middleton on the occasion of his retirement as superintendent of the North East Independent School District. SRi438,iiRecognizing Katie and Jim Reed of San Antonio on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary. SRi544,iiIn memory of Stephanie Ann Brown of San Antonio. SRi545,iiIn memory of Homer D. Smith, Jr. SRi582,iiRecognizing William C. Davis on the occasion of his 80th birthday. SRi583,iiRecognizing Rudi R. Rodriguez for receiving the 2010 Texas Historical Commission Award of Excellence in Preserving History. SRi586,iiRecognizing Elva Adams for her induction into the San Antonio Women s’ Hall of Fame for her achievements in athletics. SRi587,iiRecognizing Bett Butler for her induction into the San Antonio Women s’ Hall of Fame for her work in the creative arts. SRi588,iiRecognizing Rebecca Q. Cedillo for her induction into the San Antonio Women s’ Hall of Fame for her work as a civic leader. SRi589,iiRecognizing Anna Maria Chavez for her induction into the San Antonio Women s’ Hall of Fame for her work on behalf of the girls of South Texas. SRi590,iiRecognizing Nora W. Chavez for her induction into the San Antonio Women s’ Hall of Fame for her work in the field of business and finance. SRi591,iiRecognizing Kathleen Coughlin for her induction into the San Antonio Women s’ Hall of Fame for her work in the field of higher education. 5323 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5323

VANiDEiPUTTE, LETICIAi — i(Continued) SRi592,iiRecognizing Evangelina G. Flores for her induction into the San Antonio Women s’ Hall of Fame for her work in the field of business and finance. SRi593,iiRecognizing Geraldine J. Garcia for her induction into the San Antonio Women s’ Hall of Fame for her work in public service. SRi594,iiRecognizing Marilyn Harrington for her induction into the San Antonio Women s’ Hall of Fame for her work in the health professions. SRi595,iiRecognizing Sarita G. Jimenez for her induction into the San Antonio Women s’ Hall of Fame for her work in the field of agriculture and ranching. SRi596,iiRecognizing Maria R. Montecel for her induction into the San Antonio Women s’ Hall of Fame for her work in the field of education. SRi597,iiRecognizing Donna Muslin for her induction into the San Antonio Women s’ Hall of Fame for her work in fashion management and career development. SRi598,iiRecognizing Sylvia Rodriguez for her induction into the San Antonio Women s’ Hall of Fame for her work as a volunteer and community organizer. SRi599,iiRecognizing Mary Roman for her induction into the San Antonio Women s’ Hall of Fame for her work in the legal field. SRi600,iiRecognizing Kausi Subramanian for her induction into the San Antonio Women s’ Hall of Fame for her work in the creative arts. SRi601,iiCommending the participants in the United States Army s’ Senior Service College Fellows Program. SRi602,iiRecognizing John M. Anderson for his participation in the United States Army s’ Senior Service College Fellows Program. SRi603,iiRecognizing William Bailey for his participation in the United States Army s’ Senior Service College Fellows Program. SRi604,iiRecognizing Timothy R. Baxter for his participation in the United States Army s’ Senior Service College Fellows Program. SRi605,iiRecognizing David M. Kaczmarski for his participation in the United States Army s’ Senior Service College Fellows Program. SRi606,iiRecognizing William Phillips for his participation in the United States Army s’ Senior Service College Fellows Program. SRi607,iiRecognizing Robert G. McVay for his participation in the United States Army s’ Senior Service College Fellows Program. SRi608,iiRecognizing Richard J. Noriega for his participation in the United States Army s’ Senior Service College Fellows Program. SRi609,iiRecognizing Kurt J. Pinkerton for his participation in the United States Army s’ Senior Service College Fellows Program. SRi610,iiRecognizing James H. Raymer for his participation in the United States Army s’ Senior Service College Fellows Program. 5324 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5324

VANiDEiPUTTE, LETICIAi — i(Continued) SRi611,iiRecognizing Willie Rios III for his participation in the United States Army s’ Senior Service College Fellows Program. SRi612,iiRecognizing Dale B. Rivers for his participation in the United States Army s’ Senior Service College Fellows Program. SRi613,iiRecognizing William M. Robare for his participation in the United States Army s’ Senior Service College Fellows Program. SRi614,iiRecognizing Maria T. Zumwalt for her participation in the United States Army s’ Senior Service College Fellows Program. SRi627,iiRecognizing Louis Agnese for his 25 years of service as president of the University of the Incarnate Word. SRi633,iiRecognizing Margaret Q. Lambert on the occasion of her retirement from civil service. SRi634,iiIn memory of Maria Louisa Rodriguez Gonzalez of San Antonio. SRi639,iiRecognizing Robert E. O Malley’ for his service to this nation as a member of the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. SRi640,iiRecognizing James P. Fleming for his service to this nation as a member of the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. SRi641,iiRecognizing Robert F. Foley for his service to this nation as a member of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. SRi642,iiRecognizing Clarence E. Sasser for his service to this nation as a member of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. SRi643,iiIn memory of the life of Farrell Sullivan. SRi644,iiRecognizing Michael E. Thornton for his service to this nation as a member of the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. SRi645,iiRecognizing Patrick Henry Brady for his service to this nation as a member of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. SRi646,iiRecognizing Ken Wallingford for his service to this nation as a member of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. SRi647,iiRecognizing Mary Parrish for her service to this nation as a member of the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. SRi648,iiCommending the veterans of our nation s’ armed forces who served during the Vietnam War. SRi649,iiRecognizing March 29, 2011, as Vietnam Veterans Day at the State Capitol. SRi654,iiIn memory of Roland M. "Rollie" Meffert. SRi711,iiRecognizing the groups and individuals who make possible Fiesta San Antonio. SRi739,iiEncouraging Texas employers to hire veterans. 5325 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5325

VANiDEiPUTTE, LETICIAi — i(Continued) SRi740,iiAdvocating that the United States Department of Defense name Lackland Air Force Base to the next list of the F-35 base locations. SRi753,iiRecognizing Geri Berger for being named the 2011 Texas High School Principal of the Year by the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals. SRi754,iiRecognizing Ernest Casillas for driving one million accident-free miles. SRi756,iiIn memory of Glenda Salazar Saucedo of San Antonio. SRi762,iiRecognizing Westover Hills Assembly of God on the occasion of its 25th anniversary. SRi801,iiRecognizing Carlos Madero of San Antonio for more than forty years of service as a peace officer. SRi825,iiIn memory of Gonzalo V. Castillo, Jr., of San Antonio. SRi826,iiObserving April 27, 2011, as Anti-Human Trafficking Day at the Capitol. SRi831,iiRecognizing May 21 through 27, 2011, as Safe Boating Week in Texas. SRi844,iiRecognizing Victor Clint Graham on the occasion of his 80th birthday. SRi865,iiRecognizing April 29, 2011, as Korean Veterans Day at the State Capitol. SRi889,iiRecognizing the devotion and sacrifice of the members of the United States military who so honorably serve our country. SRi924,iiRecognizing the 2011 recipients of the H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards. SRi925,iiRecognizing Eric S. Cooper for receiving the 2011 Executive Director of the Year award from Feeding America. SRi961,iiRecognizing Asher Samuel Woodhouse for his service to the state and nation as a member of the United States Air Force. SRi962,iiIn memory of Phil A. Grothues of San Antonio. SRi973,iiIn memory of Manuel Ortiz, Jr., of San Antonio. SRi974,iiRecognizing Jose B. Alcorta on the occasion of his 92nd birthday. SRi975,iiCommemorating May of 2011 as National Water Safety Month. SRi1009,iiRecognizing the Hispanic Women s’ Network of Texas on the occasion of its 25th anniversary. SRi1010,iiRecognizing Diane Mann on the occasion of her retirement from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. SRi1011,iiRecognizing Juan L. Castillo on the occasion of his retirement from the United States Department of Homeland Security, Federal Protective Service. SRi1012,iiRecognizing Leticia Pulido McKenzie on the occasion of her retirement from the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts. SRi1013,iiRecognizing Jose Antonio Chapa of San Antonio for his career as a pilot and instructor. 5326 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5326

VANiDEiPUTTE, LETICIAi — i(Continued) SRi1014,iiIn memory of Robert Len Him Eng. SRi1015,iiRecognizing Susan Erwin Harms on the occasion of her retirement from the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts. SRi1031,iiRecognizing Deborah K. Badrak on the occasion of her retirement from the Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District. SRi1082,iiCongratulating the recipients of the H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards. SRi1139,iiRecognizing Mark Anthony Flores on the occasion of his retirement from the United States Navy. SRi1140,iiRecognizing Alamo Honor Flight for its support of our nation s’ veterans. SRi1141,iiRecognizing the class of 1961 of Edgewood High School of San Antonio on the occasion of its reunion. SRi1142,iiRecognizing the 173rd Airborne Brigade Association on the occasion of its reunion. SRi1143,iiDeclaring August of 2011 as Student Athlete Heart Screening Month in Texas. SRi1175,iiRecognizing Saint Mary s’ University for earning the President s’ Higher Education Community Service Award. SRi1199,iiRecognizing Hector and Maria Morales on the occasion of their 50th anniversary. SRi1200,iiRecognizing Robert L. Comeaux on the occasion of his retirement from the Texas Federation of Teachers. SRi1203,iiRecognizing Fred Carmona for his contributions to the San Antonio community. SRi1204,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 3726. SRi1211,iiRecognizing the men and women who have served our country in the armed forces. SRi1238,iiRecognizing the men and women who have served our country in the armed forces. SRi1249,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 100.

WATSON, KIRK SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi19,iiRelating to the development, financing, construction, and operation of certain toll projects. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi27,iiRelating to policies of school districts and open-enrollment charter schools for the care of certain students at risk for anaphylaxis. SBi88,iiRelating to free breakfast for certain public school students. SBi89,iiRelating to summer nutrition programs provided for by school districts. 5327 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5327

WATSON, KIRKi — i(Continued) SBi181,iiRelating to the calculation and reporting of water usage by municipalities and water utilities for state water planning and other purposes. SBi290,iiRelating to including a personal financial literacy component in public school mathematics instruction. SBi291,iiRelating to an alcohol awareness component of the science curriculum used in public schools. SBi292,iiRelating to changes in the single-member district boundaries of the Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District. SBi293,iiRelating to telemedicine medical services, telehealth services, and home telemonitoring services provided to certain Medicaid recipients. SBi295,iiRelating to the definition of emergency services personnel for purposes of the enhanced penalty prescribed for an assault committed against a person providing emergency services. SBi321,iiRelating to an employee ’s transportation and storage of certain firearms or ammunition while on certain property owned or controlled by the employee s’ employer. SBi329,iiRelating to the sale, recovery, and recycling of certain television equipment; providing administrative penalties. SBi330,iiRelating to renewable energy capacity, jobs, and trading credits. SBi347,iiRelating to the creation of the Texas Center for Sustainable Business. SBi351,iiRelating to the maximum capacity of a container of wine sold to a retail dealer. SBi356,iiRelating to awards for certain members of the state military forces inducted into federal service in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom, New Dawn, and Enduring Freedom. SBi357,iiRelating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran or the principal residence of the surviving minor children of such a disabled veteran. SBi407,iiRelating to the creation of the offense of electronic transmission of certain visual material depicting a minor and to certain educational programs concerning the prevention and awareness of that offense. SBi449,iiRelating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity. SBi517,iiRelating to the appropriation of certain unclaimed money. SBi548,iiRelating to the environmental review process for transportation projects. SBi555,iiRelating to the regulation of propane gas distribution retailers. SBi565,iiRelating to repeal of authority for the establishment and operation of the Trans-Texas Corridor and to the operation of vehicles on certain Texas roadways. SBi573,iiRelating to certificates of public convenience and necessity for water or sewer services. 5328 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5328

WATSON, KIRKi — i(Continued) SBi582,iiRelating to service of process on certain domestic and foreign entities for the collection of delinquent property taxes. SBi585,iiRelating to programs, services, and information related to women s’ health, family planning, and human sexuality. SBi695,iiRelating to a suspension of the imposition of certain fees under certain conditions. SBi696,iiRelating to quarterly financial condition reports on collected and anticipated state revenue. SBi697,iiRelating to a state budgeting plan to foster this state s’ economic health. SBi698,iiRelating to the analysis of certain legislative measures making an appropriation or affecting a state tax or fee. SBi699,iiRelating to reporting regarding state fees by the comptroller and in the general appropriations bill. SBi700,iiRelating to the maintenance by the Legislative Budget Board of a searchable database containing certain budget information. SBi701,iiRelating to high-value data sets of state agencies posted on the Internet. SBi702,iiRelating to the preparation of economic impact statements for legislative measures. SBi703,iiRelating to annual reports regarding federal funding for state agencies. SBi704,iiRelating to interim budget reduction requests. SBi705,iiRelating to unfunded legislative mandates on local governments. SBi706,iiRelating to the approval and issuance of tax and revenue anticipation notes. SBi707,iiRelating to transferring the Legislative Budget Board s’ performance review duties to the comptroller. SBi708,iiRelating to the review of the Sunset Advisory Commission by the comptroller. SBi768,iiRelating to the creation of the Rio de Vida Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds. SBi821,iiRelating to the authority of the Travis County Healthcare District to make capital or financial contributions to certain public institutions or charitable organizations. SBi822,iiRelating to expedited credentialing of certain physicians by managed care plans. SBi853,iiRelating to a restriction on permits authorizing direct discharges of waste or pollutants into water in certain areas associated with the Barton Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer. SBi876,iiRelating to the fee for a personal identification certificate for a homeless individual. SBi926,iiRelating to the creation of the Pilot Knob Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain. SBi927,iiRelating to the creation of the Pilot Knob Municipal Utility District No. 2; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain. 5329 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5329

WATSON, KIRKi — i(Continued) SBi928,iiRelating to the creation of the Pilot Knob Municipal Utility District No. 3; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain. SBi929,iiRelating to the creation of the Pilot Knob Municipal Utility District No. 4; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain. SBi930,iiRelating to the creation of the Pilot Knob Municipal Utility District No. 5; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain. SBi941,iiRelating to a study regarding school district practices in selecting sites for new school campuses. SBi942,iiRelating to the creation and financing of the Lakeway Regional Medical Center Defined Area in Travis County Water Control and Improvement District No. 17; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds. SBi991,iiRelating to the administration of the Texas Enterprise Fund and the Texas emerging technology fund and of awards from those funds. SBi1034,iiRelating to the authority of certain political subdivisions to change the date of their general elections. SBi1043,iiRelating to the criminal penalty for the discarding of certain burning materials. SBi1044,iiRelating to authorizing counties to finance the acquisition of conservation easements. SBi1136,iiRelating to the issuance of titles for certain motor vehicles that are the subject of insurance claims. SBi1137,iiRelating to public participation in the development of transportation projects by the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi1138,iiRelating to design-build contracts and comprehensive development agreements of regional mobility authorities. SBi1139,iiRelating to a study of and report on public and private out-of-school time programs. SBi1140,iiRelating to payment by a water control and improvement district for certain damages caused by the district s’ operation of a sanitary sewer system. SBi1187,iiRelating to the effect of indexing notices of lis pendens. SBi1188,iiRelating to an exemption from private security regulation for social workers engaged in the practice of social work. SBi1257,iiRelating to the annexation by certain conservation and reclamation districts of noncontiguous land in another county. SBi1281,iiRelating to certain violations of and offenses under The Securities Act; providing penalties. SBi1282,iiRelating to a prohibition on the use of revenue sharing as a means of repayment of Texas Department of Transportation cost participation in a toll facility of a public entity. SBi1283,iiRelating to the penalty for fraudulent or deceptive voting practices; creating an offense. 5330 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5330

WATSON, KIRKi — i(Continued) SBi1284,iiRelating to the right of certain municipalities to maintain local control over wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment. SBi1285,iiRelating to contributions to the retirement systems for certain police officers in certain municipalities. SBi1286,iiRelating to the funding of retirement systems for firefighters in certain municipalities. SBi1287,iiRelating to participation in and contributions to the state employee charitable campaign by retired state employees. SBi1288,iiRelating to a study regarding ad valorem tax relief through the use of a circuit breaker program. SBi1289,iiRelating to the requirement that health care practitioners wear photo identification badges. SBi1323,iiRelating to the environmental review of certain transportation projects by the Texas Department of Transportation SBi1324,iiRelating to gestational agreements. SBi1325,iiRelating to the administration of the Texas Save and Match Program to assist qualifying beneficiaries under the state s’ prepaid tuition unit program and college savings plans and to the treatment of a beneficiary s’ assets under a prepaid tuition program or a college savings plan in determining eligibility for student financial assistance and other assistance programs. SBi1326,iiRelating to procedures applicable to adoption of the public school curriculum by the State Board of Education. SBi1327,iiRelating to the confidentiality of information obtained by a compliance office of an institution of higher education. SBi1328,iiRelating to optional dispute resolution methods regarding educational services for students with a disability, including individualized education program facilitation. SBi1329,iiRelating to the prosecution of the offense of online harassment. SBi1330,iiRelating to driving safety courses for individuals younger than 25 years of age receiving deferred disposition for certain traffic offenses. SBi1331,iiRelating to criminal offenses regarding the possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages by a minor and providing alcoholic beverages to a minor. SBi1348,iiRelating to higher education curriculum review teams to review public school curriculum standards for college readiness purposes. SBi1350,iiRelating to land excluded from the Hill Country Priority Groundwater Management Area. SBi1351,iiRelating to the civil service status of emergency medical services personnel in certain municipalities. SBi1352,iiRelating to the lease of property or hospital facilities by certain hospital districts. 5331 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5331

WATSON, KIRKi — i(Continued) SBi1365,iiRelating to the distribution of money appropriated from the national research university fund. SBi1498,iiRelating to idling the diesel engine of a school bus while the bus is parked at a public school or in a school crossing zone. SBi1499,iiRelating to advancement of college readiness in the public school curriculum through evaluations and recommendations of vertical teams composed of faculty members of institutions of higher education. SBi1500,iiRelating to liability for the death of a pet. SBi1501,iiRelating to energy and efficiency conservation programs administered by the Public Utility Commission of Texas. SBi1535,iiRelating to unclaimed property. SBi1536,iiRelating to retirement under public retirement systems for employees of certain municipalities. SBi1537,iiRelating to the fiscal note associated with certain proposed state agency rules. SBi1538,iiRelating to the abolition of the Texas Facilities Commission and the transfer of its duties to the General Land Office. SBi1539,iiRelating to the goal of installing additional capacity for generating renewable energy. SBi1540,iiRelating to the size of paper supplies and filing cabinets that may be purchased by the legislature and legislative agencies. SBi1541,iiRelating to the inclusion of certain emissions reduction projects or activities in the cost of a transportation project of a regional mobility authority. SBi1542,iiRelating to a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for state and local governmental entities in certain employment lawsuits filed by nurses. SBi1571,iiRelating to information subject to the public information law. SBi1572,iiRelating to the operations and monitoring of fusion centers in this state. SBi1573,iiRelating to emergency services districts. SBi1574,iiRelating to the use of money in a tax increment fund to pay costs related to public improvements used for social services programs that promote the development or redevelopment of a reinvestment zone. SBi1575,iiRelating to authorizing certain brewers and manufacturers to sell beer and ale to ultimate consumers. SBi1648,iiRelating to the establishment of a system health center by a university system. SBi1649,iiRelating to a grant program to support the prosecution of certain crimes. SBi1650,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of regional mobility authorities. 5332 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5332

WATSON, KIRKi — i(Continued) SBi1651,iiRelating to comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation that include the financing, design, and construction of a project. SBi1652,iiRelating to the implementation of new processes for the purposes of budget transparency, fiscal responsibility, and open government. SBi1653,iiRelating to the format of the general appropriations bill. SBi1654,iiRelating to local government authority to develop public infrastructure and facilities. SBi1655,iiRelating to transparency and propagation of information regarding personal automobile and residential property insurance rates, policies, and complaints. SBi1656,iiRelating to the reporting of information to claims databases by insurers. SBi1717,iiRelating to the operation and administration of the judicial branch of state government. SBi1843,iiRelating to investigations of certain offenses involving the Internet-based sexual exploitation of a minor; creating the Internet crimes against children account to support those activities. SBi1848,iiRelating to the distribution of the emergency service fee for wireless telecommunications connections and the prepaid 9-1-1 emergency service fee. SBi1885,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of regional mobility authorities. SBi1913,iiRelating to the creation of the Southeast Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds. SBi1914,iiRelating to the creation of the Southeast Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 2; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds. SBi1915,iiRelating to the creation of the Southeast Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 3; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds. SBi1916,iiRelating to the creation of the Southeast Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 4; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds. SJRi14,iiProposing 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 100 percent or totally disabled veteran. SJRi16,iiProposing a constitutional amendment providing for the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of open-space land devoted to water-stewardship purposes on the basis of its productive capacity. SJRi24,iiProposing a constitutional amendment exempting political subdivisions from unfunded legislative mandates and authorizing the legislature to provide funding for legislative mandates on political subdivisions. SCRi10,iiDesignating February 21 through 27 of each year from 2011 through 2020 as Barbara Jordan Freedom Week. 5333 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5333

WATSON, KIRKi — i(Continued) SCRi28,iiCommending Joe E. Gonzales for his career in education and for his contributions to the success of Austin Can! Academy. SCRi29,iiRecognizing Austin Can! Academy, a dropout recovery charter high school serving at-risk students of Travis County. SCRi36,iiUrging the members of the Texas congressional delegation to provide to the legislature a cost analysis of the exact funding necessary for full enforcement of all immigration laws in Texas and to immediately report back to the legislature as to the status of that funding and directing the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house to send a delegation of members from both chambers to meet with members of Congress and members of the executive branch to discuss the border security crisis. SCRi50,iiCongratulating Bobby R. Inman for receiving the Joe M. Kilgore Award for Public Service. SCRi52,iiRecognizing Donn and Arlene Adelman for their efforts on behalf of Crime Stoppers. SCRi53,iiRecognizing the Texas Heritage Songwriters ’ Association for fostering and preserving Texas culture. SCRi58,iiInstructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 768. SRi32,iiIn memory of Maria Teresa "Terrie" Rabago of Austin. SRi33,iiIn memory of Donato P. Rodriguez, Jr. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi55,iiIn memory of Joe Limon Avila of Austin. SRi56,iiIn memory of Dr. James Paul Duncan of Austin. SRi57,iiIn memory of Hunter Mason Morris. SRi58,iiRecognizing Carlota Vasquez of Austin on the occasion of her 90th birthday. SRi92,iiRecognizing Nancy McClintock on the occasion of her retirement from the City of Austin. SRi93,iiIn memory of Spencer Lloyd Reid. SRi94,iiRecognizing Joe Gieselman on the occasion of his retirement from the Travis County Transportation and Natural Resources department. SRi95,iiRecognizing Ira Iscoe of Austin on the occasion of his 90th birthday. SRi96,iiRecognizing Pat Murphy on the occasion of his retirement from the City of Austin. SRi97,iiRecognizing Forrest Nikorak on the occasion of his retirement from the City of Austin. SRi104,iiCelebrating February 1, 2011, as Baylor University Day at the State Capitol. SRi137,iiRecognizing Willie Mae Kirk on the occasion of her 90th birthday. SRi149,iiWelcoming to Texas the teachers participating in the Fulbright American Studies Institute for Korean Secondary School Teachers of English. 5334 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5334

WATSON, KIRKi — i(Continued) SRi150,iiRecognizing Tura Stephens Hobbs on the occasion of her 100th birthday. SRi183,iiRecognizing Leon Schmidt on the occasion of his 95th birthday. SRi317,iiRecognizing February 22, 2011, as Commercial Real Estate Development Day at the State Capitol. SRi350,iiRecognizing Ron Kirk for his service to this state and our nation. SRi368,iiIn memory of Micheline Trigaci Kay of Austin. SRi369,iiIn memory of Joe R. Greenhill. SRi370,iiRecognizing Vivian and Gary M. Renfro on the occasion of their 10th pastoral anniversary at Corinth Missionary Baptist Church in Austin. SRi371,iiRecognizing Curt Fludd for his service to Celebrate Texas. SRi372,iiIn memory of Samuel E. Kinch, Jr. SRi373,iiRecognizing Leland Lundgren for his accomplishments as a musician. SRi374,iiIn memory of Teresa Dianne May of Austin. SRi375,iiIn memory of Morris Jay Beachy of Austin. SRi403,iiIn memory of Emma Jackson Long of Austin. SRi404,iiIn memory of Sue Brandt McBee of Austin. SRi415,iiIn memory of Winston Wade Porter of Austin. SRi423,iiIn memory of Tracy Lewis Curtis of Austin. SRi424,iiIn memory of Nash McDowell Phillips of Austin. SRi439,iiRecognizing Norman Douglas Brown on the occasion of his 70th birthday. SRi487,iiIn memory of Max L. Noe of Austin. SRi488,iiRecognizing the members of the Texian Legacy Association who provided an honor guard for the presentation of the Texas Declaration of Independence in the Senate Chamber on Texas Independence Day. SRi490,iiRecognizing the Mexican American Experience 2011 event at the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center in Austin. SRi491,iiRecognizing March 21, 2011, as World Down Syndrome Day. SRi546,iiRecognizing Jane Smoot of Austin for her work as an educator. SRi547,iiRecognizing Sherry True Smith on the occasion of her retirement from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. SRi548,iiRecognizing Casa Marianella on the occasion of its 25th anniversary. SRi549,iiIn memory of Gabriel R. Garcia of Austin. SRi616,iiRecognizing March of 2011 as Child Identity Theft Protection and Awareness Month. SRi617,iiIn memory of Ale H. "Jim" Hooser. SRi668,iiIn memory of Charles Durham Nash of Austin. 5335 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5335

WATSON, KIRKi — i(Continued) SRi672,iiRecognizing Daniel Delarosa on the occasion of his retirement from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. SRi673,iiIn memory of Anthony "Biff" Johnson. SRi674,iiRecognizing Richard Dale McClain on the occasion of his 70th birthday. SRi678,iiRecognizing Temple Beth Shalom of Austin on the occasion of its 10th anniversary. SRi696,iiRecognizing April 7, 2011, as BCL of Texas Day at the State Capitol. SRi697,iiRecognizing Brenda S. Kalapach on the occasion of her retirement from the Texas Department of Transportation. SRi698,iiRecognizing Harmony Public Schools on the occasion of its 10th anniversary. SRi699,iiRecognizing Patrick Swint for his service to his country. SRi700,iiCongratulating Brenda Sisco Vaughan on receiving her doctorate in educational administration from The University of Texas at Austin. SRi723,iiIn memory of William Marcus Gosdin. SRi724,iiIn memory of Carl Brian Vernon of Lago Vista. SRi746,iiCommending the Austin Downtown Founder Lions Club on the occasion of its 95th anniversary. SRi747,iiWelcoming World War II veterans from the 506th Fighter Group of the 7th Army Air Force on the occasion of their visit to the State Capitol. SRi748,iiRecognizing the Elisabet Ney Museum in Austin on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. SRi750,iiRecognizing Boy Scout Troop 1 in Austin on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. SRi751,iiCommending Huston-Tillotson University on its choice to be a tobacco-free campus. SRi752,iiRecognizing Austan Librach on the occasion of his retirement from the City of Austin. SRi766,iiCongratulating Ronnie D. Shores for receiving the 2011 Student of the Year Award from Communities In Schools of Texas. SRi767,iiCongratulating Jenny Grow for receiving the 2011 Teacher of the Year Award from Communities In Schools of Texas. SRi768,iiCongratulating Reyna Rivera for receiving the Parent of the Year Award from Communities In Schools of Texas. SRi769,iiCongratulating Suki Steinhauser for receiving the Executive Director of the Year Award from Communities In Schools of Texas. SRi822,iiRecognizing the Hospitality Management Corporation on the occasion of its General Managers and Directors of Sales Conference. SRi829,iiRecognizing Sherry Traynor on the occasion of her retirement from the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts. SRi830,iiIn memory of Rose Adele Junemann Nieman of Austin. 5336 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5336

WATSON, KIRKi — i(Continued) SRi832,iiRecognizing May 1 through 8, 2011, as the Holocaust Days of Remembrance. SRi870,iiCongratulating Grupo Fantasma for winning a Grammy Award. SRi917,iiRecognizing the Austin Symphony Orchestra on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. SRi918,iiRecognizing Rosalio "Rabbit" Duran for his contributions to East Austin. SRi919,iiIn memory of Cuth Kenneth Shepherd of Lakeway. SRi920,iiRecognizing Arlene Lois Youngblood on the occasion of her retirement from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. SRi940,iiRecognizing Abundant Life Community Baptist Church of Austin on the occasion of the dedication of its new location. SRi941,iiRecognizing Central Health, CommUnityCare, and The University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing for creating a nurse practitioner residency program. SRi942,iiRecognizing the Austin Jokers Fast Pitch Softball Team on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. SRi943,iiIn memory of David M. Himmelblau of Austin. SRi1018,iiCongratulating Allison and Chris Tipton on the birth of their son, Cash Harlan Tipton. SRi1019,iiRecognizing Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas on the occasion of its 40th anniversary. SRi1020,iiRecognizing Cynthia G. Diaz de Leon for being named Union Hill Elementary School s’ 2010-2011 Teacher of the Year. SRi1021,iiRecognizing Rose Lancaster of Austin for her years of community service. SRi1022,iiRecognizing Bob Reynolds on the occasion of his retirement from the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts. SRi1023,iiRecognizing Kevin B. Deiters on the occasion of his retirement from the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts. SRi1024,iiRecognizing Derrick R. Taylor of Travis County for receiving the 2010 State of Texas Law Enforcement Achievement Award for Public Service. SRi1025,iiRecognizing Oralia Moran on the occasion of her retirement from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. SRi1044,iiIn memory of Paul Eugene Green of Austin. SRi1047,iiIn memory of Hal Box of Austin. SRi1048,iiRecognizing John Tristan on the occasion of his retirement from the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services. SRi1049,iiIn memory of Marilyn Nelson Kretzer. SRi1053,iiRecognizing Owen Whitworth on the occasion of his retirement from the Texas Department of Transportation. 5337 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5337

WATSON, KIRKi — i(Continued) SRi1054,iiRecognizing Elaine Walker on the occasion of her retirement from the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts. SRi1055,iiIn memory of Albert Anthony Pinnelli, Sr., of Elgin. SRi1171,iiRecognizing Deborah Kay Bennight on the occasion of her retirement from the Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts. SRi1191,iiIn memory of Angelina G. Garcia. SRi1192,iiIn memory of Mitchell George Attal of Austin. SRi1193,iiRecognizing Alelhie "Lila" Valencia for receiving her doctorate from the College of Public Policy at The University of Texas at San Antonio. SRi1241,iiRecognizing Jayme Mathias for his service as pastor of Cristo Rey Catholic Church. SRi1242,iiCongratulating Tex Mitchell IV for receiving the Heroism Award from the Boy Scouts of America. SRi1243,iiIn memory of Duard Desmond Linam of Austin. SRi1244,iiIn memory of Kent Butler of Austin. SRi1245,iiCongratulating Susan Harry and Lisa Durnal on the birth of their daughter, Olivia Claire Durnal-Harry. SRi1255,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2439.

WENTWORTH, JEFF SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi23,iiRelating to the administration of and efficiency, cost-saving, fraud prevention, and funding measures for certain health and human services and health benefits programs, including the medical assistance and child health plan programs. SBi28,iiRelating to eligibility for a TEXAS grant and to administration of the TEXAS grant program. SBi131,iiRelating to cemeteries in certain municipalities. SBi132,iiRelating to registration with the Selective Service System of certain applicants for a driver s’ license or personal identification certificate. SBi133,iiRelating to the regulation and certification of medical examiners and the conduct of autopsy and inquest investigations by justices of the peace and medical examiners; providing penalties. SBi134,iiRelating to the regulation of fireworks by counties; providing a criminal penalty. SBi135,iiRelating to the permissible uses of the state highway fund. SBi136,iiRelating to granting counties authority to regulate certain land use; providing penalties. 5338 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5338

WENTWORTH, JEFFi — i(Continued) SBi137,iiRelating to the authority of a county to regulate land development after a local option election. SBi138,iiRelating to prohibitions on the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. SBi139,iiRelating to the elimination of straight-party voting. SBi178,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi182,iiRelating to the penalty for the offense of reckless driving. SBi183,iiRelating to placement of a student in a disciplinary alternative education program for certain harassing behavior directed at an educator. SBi196,iiRelating to the reapportionment of congressional districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Congressional Redistricting Commission. SBi200,iiRelating to reports, notices, and records required of institutions of higher education. SBi238,iiRelating to the regulation by a property owners ’association of the installation of solar energy devices on property. SBi296,iiRelating to the mitigation of the impact of residential development in public school districts. SBi297,iiRelating to juror questions and juror note-taking during civil trials. SBi298,iiRelating to eliminating the set-aside of a portion of designated tuition for student financial assistance at public institutions of higher education. SBi299,iiRelating to mandatory sales price disclosure in real property sales; providing a civil penalty. SBi300,iiRelating to changing the name of the Railroad Commission of Texas to the Texas Energy Commission. SBi301,iiRelating to filing a complaint against a person licensed to engage in a business, occupation, or profession; providing civil and criminal penalties. SBi302,iiRelating to the regulation of solar energy devices by a property owners ’association. SBi321,iiRelating to an employee ’s transportation and storage of certain firearms or ammunition while on certain property owned or controlled by the employee s’ employer. SBi325,iiRelating to the automatic enrollment of certain women in the demonstration project for women s’ health care services. SBi341,iiRelating to authorizing the dissolution of the Bexar Metropolitan Water District; providing a penalty. SBi354,iiRelating to the carrying of concealed handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. SBi358,iiRelating to the waiver of sovereign and governmental immunity in this state. SBi359,iiRelating to the powers and duties of certain emergency services districts. 5339 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5339

WENTWORTH, JEFFi — i(Continued) SBi374,iiRelating to the amount of the fee paid by a defendant for a peace officer s’ services in executing or processing an arrest warrant, capias, or capias pro fine. SBi375,iiRelating to categories of information presumed to be public under the public information law. SBi376,iiRelating to a fee collected for a jury trial in a civil case. SBi380,iiRelating to the election of the governing body of certain municipalities. SBi381,iiRelating to partial surrender of or withdrawals from annuity contracts, life insurance policies, and endowment contracts. SBi442,iiRelating to notice by a governmental entity regarding certain geospatial data products. SBi467,iiRelating to the power of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to authorize certain injection wells that transect or terminate in the Edwards Aquifer. SBi548,iiRelating to the environmental review process for transportation projects. SBi561,iiRelating to damages in an action arising out of a deficiency in the construction or repair of an improvement to real property. SBi562,iiRelating to the waiver of sovereign immunity for certain claims arising under written contracts with state agencies. SBi615,iiRelating to requiring a retail seller of motor vehicle tires to render certain tires unusable and to the regulation of scrap tires; providing civil penalties. SBi625,iiRelating to authorizing the county clerk in certain counties to conduct a marriage ceremony and collect a related fee. SBi629,iiRelating to the Ranch at Clear Fork Creek Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain. SBi630,iiRelating to the Ranch at Clear Fork Creek Municipal Utility District No. 2; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain. SBi668,iiRelating to changing the name of the Railroad Commission of Texas to the Texas Oil and Gas Commission. SBi669,iiRelating to requests to inspect or be provided with copies of information under the public information law. SBi726,iiRelating to the establishment of the judicial access and improvement account to provide funding for basic civil legal services, indigent defense, and judicial technical support through certain county service fees and court costs imposed to fund the account. SBi806,iiRelating to considering ownership interests of disabled veterans in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting. SBi831,iiRelating to considering ownership interests of certain disabled veterans in determining whether a business is a historically underutilized business for purposes of state contracting. 5340 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5340

WENTWORTH, JEFFi — i(Continued) SBi914,iiRelating to the applicability to certain regional water districts of provisions concerning bond approval by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. SBi915,iiRelating to the ad valorem taxation of manufactured homes. SBi916,iiRelating to ad valorem tax lien transfers. SBi917,iiRelating to emergency service districts. SBi918,iiRelating to immunity for reporting insurance fraud. SBi958,iiRelating to the regulation of dangerous wild animals. SBi959,iiRelating to toll collection and enforcement. SBi960,iiRelating to the waiver of the disqualification of a convicted felon from serving as independent executor of a decedent s’ estate. SBi1002,iiRelating to the designation of program costs for providing bill payment assistance to certain military veterans as a necessary operating expense that is a first lien against revenue of certain electric and gas utilities ’ revenue securing certain public securities or obligations. SBi1057,iiRelating to the transfer of certain vehicle registrations at the time of sale of the vehicle. SBi1084,iiRelating to regulations on certain complementary and alternative health care services. SBi1085,iiRelating to the fees collected by district court clerks on the filing of certain civil actions or proceedings to fund basic civil legal services. SBi1101,iiRelating to the provision of certain professional services by certain governmental entities. SBi1102,iiRelating to the establishment and operation of a motor-bus-only lane pilot program in certain counties. SBi1110,iiRelating to the regulation of multiple-unit rental home communities. SBi1111,iiRelating to the power of the Cibolo Creek Municipal Authority to issue bonds. SBi1112,iiRelating to the offense of fraudulent use or possession of identifying information. SBi1113,iiRelating to certain contracts entered into by school districts for another entity to provide food services at one or more district schools. SBi1114,iiRelating to the regulation of driver training schools and instructors. SBi1115,iiRelating to fraud against the state and actions by the state and private persons to prosecute those frauds; providing a civil penalty. SBi1118,iiRelating to the operation of video lottery games by licensed horse and greyhound racetrack operators, to a defense for the operation of video lottery by Indian tribes, to the authority of the Texas Lottery Commission and the Texas Racing Commission, and to the conduct of gambling in this state; providing penalties. 5341 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5341

WENTWORTH, JEFFi — i(Continued) SBi1148,iiRelating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to authorize certain injection wells that transect or terminate in the Edwards Aquifer. SBi1159,iiRelating to an exception to the residency requirements for filing a suit for dissolution of a marriage in this state for certain spouses of military personnel. SBi1161,iiRelating to requiring certain persons to follow certain plans and receive certain mental health services on release or discharge from an inpatient mental health facility. SBi1162,iiRelating to reporting regarding, the apprehension and transportation of, and records relating to certain persons who are or may be persons with mental illness. SBi1163,iiRelating to the exchange of information among certain entities concerning at-risk youth. SBi1164,iiRelating to optional annuity increases and annual supplemental payments for certain retirees and beneficiaries of the Texas Municipal Retirement System. SBi1269,iiRelating to transportation, lodging, and meals offered to and accepted by public servants. SBi1270,iiRelating to the public information law. SBi1307,iiRelating to an exemption from the payment of a toll for unmarked military vehicles conducting or training for emergency operations. SBi1382,iiRelating to limitations on awards in an adjudication brought against a local governmental entity for breach of contract. SBi1424,iiRelating to the issuance of cease and desist orders by the Texas Medical Board. SBi1425,iiRelating to an account for construction retainage; providing a civil penalty. SBi1442,iiRelating to the application requirements for a local project permit. SBi1482,iiRelating to the priority of ad valorem tax liens and certain security interests. SBi1543,iiRelating to the authority of an independent school district to invest in corporate bonds. SBi1592,iiRelating to the expiration of a county burn ban. SBi1593,iiRelating to the admissibility of certain evidence obtained solely as the direct result of a request for emergency medical services for an overdose. SBi1594,iiRelating to offers of settlement in civil cases. SBi1595,iiRelating to species-protection programs for the Edwards Aquifer, the Guadalupe River Basin, the San Antonio River Basin, and the San Antonio Bay and estuary system; imposing a tax. SBi1596,iiRelating to changes in participation in public utility agencies. SBi1597,iiRelating to competitive bid requirements for public utility agencies that award construction contracts. SBi1611,iiRelating to the funding of projects in the boundaries of certain intermunicipal commuter rail districts. 5342 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5342

WENTWORTH, JEFFi — i(Continued) SBi1625,iiRelating to the administration, powers, duties, and operation of the Edwards Aquifer Authority. SBi1718,iiRelating to filling vacancies in appellate judicial offices by appointment, partisan elections for all judicial offices, and nonpartisan elections for the retention or rejection for all judicial offices. SBi1828,iiRelating to the regulation of structural engineers. SBi1829,iiRelating to the application of the public information law to chambers of commerce and nonprofit corporations that provide economic services to a governmental body. SBi1830,iiRelating to increasing certain fees for preservation and archiving of district court records. SBi1831,iiRelating to the designation of the El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail as a historic highway. SBi1843,iiRelating to investigations of certain offenses involving the Internet-based sexual exploitation of a minor; creating the Internet crimes against children account to support those activities. SBi1860,iiRelating to funding for transportation needs in certain counties. SBi1881,iiRelating to certain financial powers and duties of the Travis-Creedmoor Municipal Utility District. SBi1884,iiRelating to the marketing, hosting, and sale of specialty and personalized license plates. SBi1901,iiRelating to the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District. SBi1904,iiRelating to the definition of a governmental body for the purposes of the open meetings and public information laws. SBi1906,iiRelating to certain notice requirements for municipalities and counties under the open meetings law. SBi1907,iiRelating to access to certain archaic information. SBi1912,iiRelating to the private entity granted care and custody of the Alamo. SBi1923,iiRelating to providing that certain travel vouchers submitted by peace officers assigned to a protective detail are confidential. SJRi8,iiProposing a constitutional amendment to limit the purposes for which revenues from motor vehicle registration fees, taxes on motor fuels and lubricants, and certain revenues received from the federal government may be used. SJRi15,iiApplying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention to propose amendments to the United States Constitution to provide for congressional term limits, the line-item veto, a balanced federal budget, a limit on federal debt, and the repeal of federal law by two-thirds of the several states. SJRi17,iiProposing a constitutional amendment to restrict the power of the legislature to mandate requirements upon certain local governments. 5343 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5343

WENTWORTH, JEFFi — i(Continued) SJRi23,iiProposing a constitutional amendment increasing the rates of taxes imposed on gasoline and diesel fuel, adjusting those rates annually for inflation, and dedicating certain revenue from those taxes to the design, construction, and maintenance of public roadways. SJRi31,iiProposing a constitutional amendment revising the order of legislative business to permit either house to act on bills and resolutions after the first 30 days of a regular session. SJRi33,iiProposing a constitutional amendment authorizing a state video lottery system to operate video lottery games at certain horse and greyhound racetracks and providing that federally recognized Indian tribes are not prohibited from conducting games of chance on certain Indian lands. SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi16,iiDesignating the month of March each year from 2011 through 2020 as Women Veterans Month in tribute to the immeasurable contributions that women in the military have made to this nation. SCRi27,iiGranting Dr. Angel W. Lee permission to sue the State of Texas and the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. SCRi35,iiDesignating western swing as the official State Music of Texas. SCRi36,iiUrging the members of the Texas congressional delegation to provide to the legislature a cost analysis of the exact funding necessary for full enforcement of all immigration laws in Texas and to immediately report back to the legislature as to the status of that funding and directing the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house to send a delegation of members from both chambers to meet with members of Congress and members of the executive branch to discuss the border security crisis. SCRi49,iiGranting Jacqueline A. Carrizales permission to sue the San Antonio Water System. SRi17,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Viva San Antonio Day at the State Capitol. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi120,iiIn memory of Dorothy Paula Levy Katz. SRi121,iiIn memory of Geraldine "Jerry" Traugott of San Antonio. SRi122,iiIn memory of Carol Baier Jansen of San Antonio. SRi123,iiIn memory of Ladimer Gene Herold of San Antonio. SRi124,iiIn memory of Marvin Selig of Seguin and San Antonio. SRi147,iiRecognizing Shannon McClendon for her contributions to the State of Texas. SRi168,iiCommending the students, faculty, and staff of Saint Mary s’ University. 5344 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5344

WENTWORTH, JEFFi — i(Continued) SRi194,iiIn memory of Omar Soltero of San Antonio. SRi207,iiRecognizing the members of the Leadership Boerne Class of 2011. SRi221,iiDeclaring March 6 through March 12, 2011, as Women in Construction Week in Texas. SRi222,iiIn memory of William Henry Borchers of New Braunfels. SRi242,iiIn memory of Rudolph Taylor Monsalvo of Bexar and Atascosa counties. SRi263,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Orange and Maroon Legislative Day. SRi283,iiRecognizing March 1, 2011, as National Pancake Day in Texas. SRi325,iiPaying tribute to Barbara Jordan in honor of the 75th anniversary of her birth. SRi326,iiRecognizing July 23, 2011, and July 28, 2012, as National Day of the Cowboy. SRi383,iiIn memory of Jack Paul Leon of San Antonio. SRi385,iiCommending the CyberPatriot team from the Alamo Colleges Information Technology and Security Academy on its victory at the regional CyberPatriot III competition. SRi431,iiRecognizing Matthew Cooper for his service to his country in the United States Army. SRi437,iiRecognizing Richard A. Middleton on the occasion of his retirement as superintendent of the North East Independent School District. SRi537,iiCommending Ray Benson on being named the 2011 Texan of the Year by the Texas Legislative Conference. SRi538,iiIn memory of Richard V. Sanchez of San Antonio. SRi539,iiIn memory of H. Kyle Seale of San Antonio and Helotes. SRi540,iiIn memory of Jayne Harris of San Antonio. SRi544,iiIn memory of Stephanie Ann Brown of San Antonio. SRi545,iiIn memory of Homer D. Smith, Jr. SRi618,iiRecognizing the San Antonio Executives Association on the occasion of its 75th anniversary. SRi619,iiRecognizing the Hill Country BBQ and Chili Cook-off as a Texas State Barbecue Championship competition. SRi620,iiIn memory of Claudia Hudspeth Abbey Ball of San Antonio and Hudspeth County. SRi627,iiRecognizing Louis Agnese for his 25 years of service as president of the University of the Incarnate Word. SRi690,iiRecognizing the Daughters of the Republic of Texas for its stewardship of the Alamo. SRi711,iiRecognizing the groups and individuals who make possible Fiesta San Antonio. SRi735,iiIn memory of Hubert W. Green of San Antonio. 5345 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5345

WENTWORTH, JEFFi — i(Continued) SRi802,iiIn memory of John Matthew Bird of San Antonio. SRi803,iiIn memory of Warren Alston of Bulverde. SRi804,iiIn memory of Armin F. Puck. SRi805,iiIn memory of Kenneth N. Ports of San Antonio. SRi806,iiIn memory of Harry Joseph Burns of San Antonio. SRi824,iiCommending the Texas A&M University women s’ basketball team on winning the National Collegiate Athletic Association national championship. SRi870,iiCongratulating Grupo Fantasma for winning a Grammy Award. SRi922,iiRecognizing BDI on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. SRi923,iiIn memory of George E. Freeborn of San Antonio. SRi977,iiIn memory of Travis D. Bailey, Jr., of San Antonio. SRi978,iiIn memory of Louis Herbert Stumberg of San Antonio. SRi997,iiRecognizing Lavern Kistner on the occasion of her retirement from Brooks City-Base. SRi1205,iiRecognizing Paul Foerster on the occasion of his retirement after 50 years as a teacher of mathematics at Alamo Heights High School in San Antonio. SRi1252,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2327. SRi1268,iiIn memory of Kenneth Gary Vann.

WEST, ROYCE SBi12,iiRelating to the flexibility of the board of trustees of a school district in the management and operation of public schools in the district. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi20,iiRelating to grant programs for certain natural gas motor vehicles and alternative fuel facilities. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi37,iiRelating to the duration of the interagency task force on ensuring appropriate care settings for persons with disabilities. SBi49,iiRelating to school district requirements regarding parental notification in connection with disciplinary alternative education programs. SBi73,iiRelating to debt issuance authority of and funding for the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. SBi89,iiRelating to summer nutrition programs provided for by school districts. 5346 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5346

WEST, ROYCEi — i(Continued) SBi101,iiRelating to the regulation of nonjudicial foreclosure on residences owned by certain members of the military, including foreclosure by a property owners ’association. SBi121,iiRelating to photograph and live lineup identification procedures in criminal cases. SBi142,iiRelating to real property that is subject to restrictive covenants, including the operation of property owners ’associations of subdivisions that are subject to restrictive covenants, and to certain foreclosure actions. SBi143,iiRelating to the regulation of a credit services organization. SBi144,iiRelating to allowing a person who successfully completes a term of deferred adjudication community supervision to be eligible for a pardon. SBi148,iiRelating to a limitation on the use of the power of eminent domain by certain water districts. SBi149,iiRelating to rules adopted and reporting required under the school district college credit program. SBi150,iiRelating to granting limited state law enforcement authority to special agents of the Office of Inspector General of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs and to updating certain references related to the grant of that authority to other federal law enforcement personnel. SBi167,iiRelating to the automatic expunction of arrest records and files after an individual receives a pardon or a grant of certain other relief with respect to the offense for which the individual was arrested. SBi168,iiRelating to the use of proceeds from criminal asset forfeiture to provide college scholarships to children of peace officers killed in the line of duty and to an annual report regarding the total value of forfeited property in this state. SBi172,iiRelating to the requirement by a municipality of a license or permit to occupy or lease a dwelling unit. SBi173,iiRelating to civil remedy of violations of certain municipal health and safety ordinances. SBi197,iiRelating to the compulsory inspection of motor vehicles; providing penalties. SBi198,iiRelating to exempting persons who are convicted of certain sexual offenses from registering as a sex offender in this state. SBi199,iiRelating to agricultural projects in certain schools, including the eligibility of nonprofit organizations that partner with schools to receive grants. SBi201,iiRelating to the calculation of ad valorem taxes on the residence homestead of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran for the tax year in which the veteran qualifies or ceases to qualify for an exemption from taxation of the homestead. SBi224,iiRelating to the award of a distinction designation to a public school campus. SBi238,iiRelating to the regulation by a property owners ’association of the installation of solar energy devices on property. 5347 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5347

WEST, ROYCEi — i(Continued) SBi251,iiRelating to the regulation of activities with respect to certain extensions of consumer credit. SBi253,iiRelating to the regulation of activities with respect to certain extensions of consumer credit. SBi260,iiRelating to minimum training standards for employees or operators of certain child-care facilities and registered family homes. SBi282,iiRelating to eliminating certain reporting, planning, student developmental, and other requirements imposed on the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board or public institutions of higher education. SBi326,iiRelating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain tangible personal property stored temporarily at a location in this state. SBi329,iiRelating to the sale, recovery, and recycling of certain television equipment; providing administrative penalties. SBi331,iiRelating to designating certain synthetic cannabinoids as controlled substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act; providing penalties and establishing certain criminal consequences or procedures. SBi402,iiRelating to community land trusts. SBi412,iiRelating to payment of costs of improvements of a public improvement district designated by a municipality or county. SBi413,iiRelating to the purchasing and contracting authority of counties. SBi414,iiRelating to the liability of county officers. SBi417,iiRelating to the disclosure by a court of criminal history record information that is the subject of an order of nondisclosure. SBi419,iiRelating to prohibiting state funding to public junior colleges for physical education courses offered for joint high school and junior college credit. SBi420,iiRelating to determining eligibility for indigent health care. SBi421,iiRelating to the computation of the state debt limit. SBi462,iiRelating to the expunction of records and files relating to a person s’ arrest. SBi471,iiRelating to public school, child-placing agency, and day-care center policies addressing sexual abuse and other maltreatment of children. SBi472,iiRelating to voting practices and elections of property owners ’associations. SBi473,iiRelating to adverse possession of real property by a cotenant heir against other cotenant heirs. SBi501,iiRelating to the disproportionality of certain groups in the juvenile justice, child welfare, health, and mental health systems and the disproportionality of the delivery of certain services in the education system. SBi502,iiRelating to determinations of paternity; creating an offense. 5348 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5348

WEST, ROYCEi — i(Continued) SBi527,iiRelating to projects funded through the Texas emissions reduction plan. SBi544,iiRelating to unlawful acts against and criminal offenses involving the Medicaid program; providing penalties. SBi551,iiRelating to liability for interest on ad valorem taxes on improvements that escaped taxation in a previous year. SBi593,iiRelating to disproportionate disciplinary action by school districts against students of a particular race or ethnicity or students enrolled in a special education program. SBi594,iiRelating to the regulation of prescriptions for controlled substances, including certain procedures applicable to electronic prescriptions for Schedule II controlled substances. SBi596,iiRelating to transition planning for a public school student receiving special education services. SBi681,iiRelating to the establishment of a task force to study the assessments of children in the child welfare system. SBi694,iiRelating to the regulation of metal recycling entities; providing penalties. SBi718,iiRelating to disciplinary action taken against public school students on the basis of serious misbehavior. SBi759,iiRelating to the state low income housing plan and report developed by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. SBi760,iiRelating to the term and renewal of interlocal contracts. SBi761,iiRelating to the employment of physicians by certain hospitals associated with nonprofit fraternal organizations. SBi780,iiRelating to the creation of an instant-ticket lottery game with revenue dedicated to the TEXAS grant program. SBi794,iiRelating to the use of money from the permanent fund for health-related programs to provide grants to nursing education programs. SBi873,iiRelating to rate and damage schedules governing certain easements or other interests in land of The University of Texas System. SBi894,iiRelating to employment of physicians by certain hospitals. SBi899,iiRelating to the legislature s’ consent or approval of a settlement of a claim or action against this state. SBi912,iiRelating to temporary modification under certain circumstances of procedures authorized for the nonrenewal of public school teacher term contracts. SBi915,iiRelating to the ad valorem taxation of manufactured homes. SBi945,iiRelating to authorizing a lower-division institution of higher education to award an associate degree to a student enrolled in a four-year public institution of higher education who previously attended the lower-division institution. SBi949,iiRelating to the first day of instruction in certain school districts that provide additional days of instruction financed with local funds. 5349 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5349

WEST, ROYCEi — i(Continued) SBi975,iiRelating to the operation of dropout recovery programs by certain public junior colleges in partnership with school districts. SBi1050,iiRelating to the collection of certain information on a birth certificate. SBi1055,iiRelating to reports concerning and the reporting of the use of certain funds by community supervision and corrections departments and to the preparation of commitment reduction plans by those departments. SBi1145,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi1158,iiRelating to restrictions on the disclosure of certain criminal history records and to the duty of law enforcement agencies regarding records associated with certain defendants. SBi1204,iiRelating to the procedures for collection of assessments and other debts, including foreclosure of an assessment lien, by a property owners ’association. SBi1233,iiRelating to the promotion of efficiencies in and the administration of certain district court and county services and functions. SBi1234,iiRelating to municipal management districts. SBi1235,iiRelating to real property that is subject to restrictive covenants and the operation of property owners ’associations of subdivisions that are subject to restrictive covenants. SBi1236,iiRelating to the reduction and confirmation of child support arrearages and an incentive program to encourage payment of arrearages. SBi1239,iiRelating to a prohibition against the use of certain sprays, stun guns, and tasers by school district peace officers, security personnel, and other employees against public school students. SBi1240,iiRelating to a tenant s’ remedies regarding a local government s’ revocation of a certificate of occupancy due to a landlord s’ failure to maintain the premises. SBi1241,iiRelating to authorizing certain courts to access information in the juvenile justice information system. SBi1242,iiRelating to the judicial immunity and powers of certain magistrates. SBi1243,iiRelating to the use of a county risk management pool by certain county and district officers instead of the execution of bonds and to the authority of certain counties and intergovernmental pools to require reimbursement for punitive damage coverage. SBi1303,iiRelating 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 81st Legislature to other Acts of that legislature. SBi1339,iiRelating to the authority of advanced practice registered nurses to make medical diagnoses and to prescribe and order prescription drugs and devices. SBi1366,iiRelating to the prosecution and registration of, and regulation concerning, sex offenders in this state. 5350 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5350

WEST, ROYCEi — i(Continued) SBi1367,iiRelating to the publication of a list of certain residential property claimed without record title. SBi1368,iiRelating to the authority of a co-owner of residential property to encumber the property. SBi1369,iiRelating to the boundaries and financing of a public improvement district. SBi1370,iiRelating to meetings and records of and certain information provided by or concerning a property owners ’association. SBi1426,iiRelating to the notice given a juvenile concerning the sealing of the juvenile s’ records in a juvenile adjudication. SBi1427,iiRelating to eligibility to file for compensation by persons wrongfully imprisoned. SBi1485,iiRelating to the authority of a school district to implement a school bus monitoring system that records images, including images of vehicles that pass a stopped school bus; providing for the imposition of penalties. SBi1486,iiRelating to requirements regarding public school accountability. SBi1487,iiRelating to the regulation of career schools and colleges and requiring the Texas Workforce Commission to submit a report to the legislature. SBi1488,iiRelating to the purchasing and contracting practices of junior college districts; providing criminal penalties. SBi1489,iiRelating to educational, juvenile justice, and criminal justice responses to truancy. SBi1502,iiRelating to changing the composition of a board of a property owners ’association in certain circumstances. SBi1510,iiRelating to creation of the Texas Health Insurance Connector. SBi1511,iiRelating to minimum standards for approval of educator preparation programs. SBi1563,iiRelating to the methodology for the certification of funds to support satisfactory performance on certain state assessments. SBi1564,iiRelating to developmental education courses and the assessment of student readiness under the Texas Success Initiative for public institutions of higher education. SBi1615,iiRelating to the creation of the offense of electronic transmission of certain visual material depicting a minor. SBi1616,iiRelating to the collection, storage, preservation, analysis, retrieval, and destruction of biological evidence. SBi1636,iiRelating to the collection, analysis, and preservation of sexual assault or DNA evidence. SBi1662,iiRelating to the payment of costs associated with certain educational programs of Prairie View A&M University. SBi1717,iiRelating to the operation and administration of the judicial branch of state government. 5351 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5351

WEST, ROYCEi — i(Continued) SBi1742,iiRelating to the operation of certain motor vehicles, including establishing a motor vehicle mileage fee pilot program. SBi1798,iiRelating to retailers engaged in business in this state for purposes of sales and use taxes. SBi1799,iiRelating to the student loan program administered by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board; authorizing the issuance of bonds. SBi1862,iiRelating to certain extensions of credit to consumers. SBi1866,iiRelating to the selection of providers of professional services by governmental entities. SBi1871,iiRelating to a contracted services program for certain students with a severe pervasive developmental disorder or a severe intellectual disability. SBi1872,iiRelating to revising, revoking, or denying renewal of charters of open-enrollment charter schools under certain circumstances. SBi1883,iiRelating to the factors to be considered by the Board of Pardons and Paroles in establishing parole guidelines. SBi1928,iiRelating to an African American Texans memorial monument on the Capitol grounds. SBi1931,iiRelating to making an appropriation of money from the economic stabilization fund for the Foundation School Program. SJRi9,iiProposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the governor to grant a pardon to a person who successfully completes a term of deferred adjudication community supervision. SJRi26,iiProposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to allow cities or counties to enter into interlocal contracts with other cities or counties without the imposition of a tax or the provision of a sinking fund. SJRi50,iiProposing a constitutional amendment providing for the issuance of general obligation bonds of the state to finance educational loans to students. SJRi54,iiProposing a constitutional amendment authorizing an appropriation from the economic stabilization fund for the Foundation School Program. SCRi51,iiExpressing the legislature s’ support for the construction of a monument to African American Texans on the grounds of the State Capitol at the location approved by the State Preservation Board for a Juneteenth monument. SRi7,iiCongratulating the Canterbury Episcopal School Lady Cougars volleyball team on winning a state championship. SRi9,iiIn memory of Sharon Sternes of DeSoto. SRi16,iiRecognizing the Harmony School of Nature and Athletics in Dallas on the occasion of its official opening and science fair. SRi26,iiCommending Cristian Andrew-Rene Mattoon for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. 5352 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5352

WEST, ROYCEi — i(Continued) SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi50,iiRecognizing January of 2011 as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. SRi54,iiIn memory of Charles Key. SRi63,iiRecognizing Holy Cross Catholic Church in Dallas on the occasion of the dedication ceremony for the new church sanctuary. SRi64,iiCongratulating Travis T. Howard Lewis on being honored by the Alpha Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. SRi100,iiRecognizing James Lawson for his work in the pursuit of peace and equal rights for all people. SRi101,iiRecognizing the Ingram family on the occasion of their 30th annual family reunion. SRi129,iiIn memory of Louise Hilma Ballerstedt Raggio. SRi130,iiCommending Paul Leslie Francis for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi135,iiCongratulating Roniqua and Bradie Gene James III on the birth of their son, Bradie Landon James IV. SRi136,iiCongratulating LaToy F. and Thomas Joyner, Jr., on the birth of their son, Thomas Elliott Joyner III. SRi158,iiRecognizing H. Ron White on the occasion of his 70th birthday. SRi159,iiIn memory of the life of Jack Walker of Dallas. SRi169,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Dallas Assembly Day at the State Capitol. SRi185,iiRecognizing the members and clergy of the African Methodist Episcopal Church for their contributions to our society. SRi186,iiRecognizing Bobbie Moore for her 28 years of service to Trinity Valley Church of God in Christ and the West Dallas community. SRi191,iiRecognizing Paula Lee on being named Ms. Texas Senior America 2010. SRi218,iiCongratulating Sejena Elvera and Juan Javier Ramirez on the birth of their daughter, Gianna Elvera Ramirez. SRi240,iiRecognizing S. V. Teague for his contributions to the Church of God in Christ. SRi241,iiRecognizing the Dallas Area Regional History Day 2011 competition on February 19, 2011. SRi299,iiCelebrating Texas Farm Bureau Day at the State Capitol. SRi325,iiPaying tribute to Barbara Jordan in honor of the 75th anniversary of her birth. SRi348,iiRecognizing Pearl and Norman Lee Robinson on the occasion of their birthdays. SRi349,iiRecognizing February 28, 2011, as The Links, Incorporated, Day at the State Capitol. SRi350,iiRecognizing Ron Kirk for his service to this state and our nation. 5353 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5353

WEST, ROYCEi — i(Continued) SRi351,iiRecognizing March 3, 2011, as Texas Association of Black Personnel in Higher Education Day. SRi355,iiRecognizing Ebby Halliday of Dallas on the occasion of her 100th birthday. SRi357,iiRecognizing Ellyn N. and Edwin E. Favors on the occasion of their ninth pastoral anniversary at Praise Fellowship Church. SRi359,iiRecognizing February 28, 2011, as Alpha Kappa Alpha Day at the State Capitol. SRi392,iiIn memory of Tom Vandergriff of Arlington. SRi407,iiRecognizing March 1, 2011, as City of Dallas Day at the State Capitol. SRi480,iiRecognizing Baylor University s’ Bob Bullock Scholars Program and commending this year s’ scholars for their participation. SRi485,iiRecognizing Rai Cole Malone on the occasion of her 25th year as a member of Alpha Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. SRi505,iiRecognizing Frances L. King on the occasion of her retirement from Dallas County. SRi510,iiRecognizing Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Dallas on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. SRi564,iiRecognizing March 20 through 26, 2011, as Early College High School Week. SRi630,iiRecognizing Peyton Phelps of Cedar Hill for being awarded the Royal Rangers Gold Medal of Achievement. SRi636,iiRecognizing Leora Kemp on the occasion of her retirement as librarian at the University of North Texas at Dallas. SRi669,iiCommending Dru M. Robinson for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi670,iiRecognizing the National Council of Negro Women, Incorporated, Minnie H. Goodlow Page Section, on the occasion of its Ninth Annual Spring Hat Extravaganza and Tea. SRi755,iiRecognizing April 13, 2011, as County Government Day at the State Capitol. SRi772,iiRecognizing Clarice Sweeney-Gerald on the occasion of her 80th birthday. SRi798,iiRecognizing Denny D. Davis on the occasion of his 20th year of service to Saint John Church. SRi866,iiCongratulating Amber Pickens of Dallas on being accepted to The Julliard School. SRi874,iiCommending the Justin Ford Kimball High School boys basketball team on winning the 2011 University Interscholastic League Class 4A state championship. SRi908,iiWelcoming Debbie Reynolds to our state and recognizing her for her accomplishments. SRi930,iiRecognizing the Mountain View College Lions men s’ basketball team for winning a national championship title. SRi955,iiCommending the Freedom Riders on their courage and their dedication to equal rights. 5354 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5354

WEST, ROYCEi — i(Continued) SRi960,iiRecognizing Elvis Williams for his service to the Dallas Independent School District. SRi988,iiCongratulating the Mountain View College Lions men s’ basketball team on winning the 2011 National Junior College Athletic Association Division III national championship. SRi989,iiCongratulating Rasheed Jamal Furlow on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi990,iiCongratulating Edmund Kyle English on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi991,iiCongratulating Daijon Mitchell on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi995,iiRecognizing the Dallas County Community Supervision and Corrections Department on the occasion of Probation, Parole, and Community Supervision Week. SRi1034,iiRecognizing Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated, on the occasion of its 100th anniversary and the Theta Alpha Chapter in Dallas on the occasion of its 75th anniversary. SRi1180,iiRecognizing the members of the Barton and Elder families on the occasion of their family reunion. SRi1181,iiRecognizing New Hope Baptist Church in Dallas on the occasion of its 138th anniversary. SRi1182,iiRecognizing the members of the Williams-Livingston family on the occasion of their family reunion. SRi1214,iiIn memory of Boston P. Grant, Jr., of Grand Prairie. SRi1253,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 362.

WHITMIRE, JOHN SBi205,iiRelating to school district policies to prohibit bullying, cyberbullying, harassment, and intimidation. SBi316,iiRelating to criminal asset forfeiture, the disposition of proceeds and property from criminal asset forfeiture, and accountability for that disposition; providing civil penalties. SBi317,iiRelating to procedures for applications for writs of habeas corpus based on relevant scientific evidence. SBi504,iiRelating to discounted utility rates for school districts. SBi623,iiRelating to the disqualification of a district or county attorney who is the subject of a criminal investigation. SBi624,iiRelating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program. SBi648,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Commission on State Emergency Communications. SBi653,iiRelating to abolishing the Texas Youth Commission and the Texas Juvenile Probation Commission and transferring the powers and duties of those agencies to the newly created Texas Juvenile Justice Department and to the functions of the independent ombudsman that serves the department. SBi654,iiRelating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Public Finance Authority. 5355 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5355

WHITMIRE, JOHNi — i(Continued) SBi779,iiRelating to a central database containing information about certain persons who have been convicted of or received a grant of deferred adjudication for certain offenses involving animal cruelty; providing a criminal penalty. SBi878,iiRelating to a defendant s’ release on a personal bond or bail bond. SBi879,iiRelating to a local community supervision and corrections department monitoring certain conditions of bond and the administrative fees associated with certain department services. SBi880,iiRelating to the operation of pretrial intervention and certain other programs by a community supervision and corrections department. SBi881,iiRelating to the liability of a criminal defendant and the defendant s’ sureties on a personal bond or bail bond. SBi882,iiRelating to the filing of a copy of certain records related to the release of accused persons on personal bond. SBi883,iiRelating to awarding credit to an inmate for certain time between release on and revocation of parole, mandatory supervision, or conditional pardon. SBi884,iiRelating to the retention of good conduct time by an inmate whose release on parole or to mandatory supervision is revoked. SBi885,iiRelating to the designation of certain inspector generals of municipalities as peace officers. SBi893,iiRelating to motor fuel quality and testing. SBi953,iiRelating to the conditions for granting an occupational license to certain persons, the monitoring of those persons by a local community supervision and corrections department, and the fees associated with department services. SBi1007,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi1116,iiRelating to the enforcement and punishment of certain prohibited conduct that occurs on a public school campus or on a vehicle owned by a county or school district. SBi1117,iiRelating to the prosecution of a parent contributing to the nonattendance of a public school student. SBi1208,iiRelating to the age until which juveniles placed on determinate sentence probation may be on probation. SBi1209,iiRelating to the detention of certain juvenile offenders. SBi1210,iiRelating to the issuance of identification cards to certain peace officers and honorably retired peace officers. SBi1268,iiRelating to the right of sheriff s’ departments in certain counties to maintain local control over wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment. SBi1365,iiRelating to the distribution of money appropriated from the national research university fund. 5356 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5356

WHITMIRE, JOHNi — i(Continued) SBi1379,iiRelating to a deferred retirement option for certain members of the Employees Retirement System of Texas. SBi1489,iiRelating to educational, juvenile justice, and criminal justice responses to truancy. SBi1600,iiRelating to the registration of peace officers as private security officers. SBi1713,iiRelating to compensation under the Crime Victims ’Compensation Act for forensic medical examinations performed with respect to victims of family violence. SBi1781,iiRelating to the conditions for release on bond of a defendant charged with certain intoxication offenses. SBi1793,iiRelating to liability of certain public utilities that allow recreational use of land that the public utility owns, occupies, or leases. SCRi6,iiGranting the legislature permission to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning on Thursday, January 13, 2011, and ending on Tuesday, January 18, 2011. SCRi7,iiGranting the legislature permission to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning on Wednesday, January 19, 2011, and ending on Monday, January 24, 2011. SCRi8,iiGranting the legislature permission to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning on Wednesday, January 26, 2011, and ending on Monday, January 31, 2011. SCRi12,iiGranting the legislature permission to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning on Wednesday, February 2, 2011, and ending on Monday, February 7, 2011. SCRi15,iiGranting the legislature permission to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning on Wednesday, February 9, 2011, and ending on Monday, February 14, 2011. SCRi17,iiGranting the legislature permission to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning on Thursday, February 17, 2011, and ending on Tuesday, February 22, 2011. SCRi21,iiGranting the legislature permission to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning on Wednesday, February 23, 2011, and ending on Monday, February 28, 2011. SCRi23,iiGranting the legislature permission to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning on Wednesday, March 2, 2011, and ending on Monday, March 7, 2011. SCRi24,iiGranting the legislature permission to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning on Wednesday, March 9, 2011, and ending on Monday, March 14, 2011. SCRi44,iiGranting the legislature permission to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning on Wednesday, April 21, 2011, and ending on Tuesday, April 26, 2011. SRi1,iiSenate Caucus Report. 5357 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5357

WHITMIRE, JOHNi — i(Continued) SRi24,iiGranting the Texas DeMolay Association permission to use the Senate Chamber in the State Capitol on February 12 and 13, 2011. SRi25,iiRecognizing the West Gulf Maritime Association. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi66,iiRecognizing the Texas Chapter of Paralyzed Veterans Annual BBQ Cook-Off as a Texas State Barbecue Championship competition. SRi83,iiRecognizing the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston on the occasion of its 75th anniversary. SRi107,iiRecognizing Green Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. SRi108,iiRecognizing the Greenspoint Area Chapter of the International Association of Administrative Professionals on the occasion of their 59th annual meeting of the Texas-Louisiana Division. SRi134,iiCommending Dylan Bullard of Dayton for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi224,iiRecognizing the Houston Northwest Chapter of National Women of Achievement, Incorporated, for its contributions to its community. SRi323,iiRecognizing the students, faculty, and staff of DeVry University for their commitment to excellence in education. SRi325,iiPaying tribute to Barbara Jordan in honor of the 75th anniversary of her birth. SRi362,iiCommending Joshua Logan Hohne for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. SRi363,iiRecognizing Shirley Marie Tibbs of Houston on the occasion of her 75th birthday. SRi377,iiRecognizing the CARES Foundation, Incorporated, on the occasion of its third annual Everyone CARES Gala. SRi453,iiRecognizing Houston s’ Korean Community Center on the occasion of the grand opening of its new building. SRi482,iiRecognizing Bob Wessels on the occasion of his retirement as court manager for the Harris County Courts at Law. SRi541,iiCommending Vylace Collins for earning a Girl Scout Gold Award. SRi626,iiRecognizing Texas Ranger Chief Antonio Leal on the occasion of his retirement from the Texas Department of Public Safety. SRi656,iiRecognizing April 2, 2011, as World Autism Awareness Day at the State Capitol. SRi685,iiRecognizing Willie B. Baker of Houston on the occasion of his 69th birthday. SRi686,iiIn memory of Homer Leon O Fallin,’ Jr. SRi848,iiRecognizing the Northwest Preparatory Academy Charter School in Houston on the occasion of its 10th Annual Eighth Grade Promotion Ceremony. SRi849,iiRecognizing Saint Andrew s’ Episcopal Church in Houston on the occasion of its Texas Historical Marker dedication. 5358 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5358

WHITMIRE, JOHNi — i(Continued) SRi859,iiIn memory of Elizabeth Anne Smith Jones. SRi932,iiCongratulating Dr. Lannette Linthicum on receiving the 2011 E.R. Cass Correctional Achievement Award. SRi947,iiGranting the Texas DeMolay Association permission to use the Senate Chamber in the State Capitol on February 11 and 12, 2012. SRi994,iiRecognizing the Harris County Historical Commission on the dedication of the Centennial Marker replica honoring Lorenzo de Zavala. SRi1006,iiUrging the government of Turkey to uphold and safeguard religious and human rights of all its citizens without compromise, to grant the Ecumenical Patriarch appropriate international recognition, ecclesiastical succession, and the right to train clergy of all nationalities, and to respect the property rights and human rights of the Ecumenical Patriarchate and all religious and faith traditions. SRi1050,iiUrging the nation s’ commander in chief, the executive branch of the federal government, and the United States Congress to assign top priority to alleviating the backlog of disability claims by United States veterans. SRi1082,iiCongratulating the recipients of the H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards. SRi1262,iiSenate Caucus Report.

WILLIAMS, TOMMY SBi9,iiRelating to homeland security; providing penalties. SBi11,iiRelating to the enforcement of state and federal laws governing immigration by certain governmental entities. SBi14,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi20,iiRelating to grant programs for certain natural gas motor vehicles and alternative fuel facilities. SBi21,iiRelating to the establishment of a voluntary compensation plan as an alternative to litigation. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi157,iiRelating to a school choice program for certain students with disabilities. SBi158,iiRelating to offenses involving the fraudulent or unlawful obtaining, delivering, dispensing, distributing, or diverting of a controlled substance; providing penalties. SBi159,iiRelating to the diversion of a controlled substance by certain persons who have access to the substance by virtue of the persons ’profession or employment; providing penalties. 5359 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5359

WILLIAMS, TOMMYi — i(Continued) SBi160,iiRelating to the regulation of certain aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; providing penalties. SBi178,iiRelating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. SBi266,iiRelating to notice required in connection with possessory liens on motor vehicles. SBi267,iiRelating to a joint statement regarding the transfer of a motor vehicle as the result of a gift. SBi288,iiRelating to authorizing the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas to operate one or more southbound vehicle checkpoints near the international border of this state for the purpose of preventing certain criminal offenses. SBi331,iiRelating to designating certain synthetic cannabinoids as controlled substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act; providing penalties and establishing certain criminal consequences or procedures. SBi350,iiRelating to the restructuring of fund obligations and accounts of the Texas Municipal Retirement System and related actuarial and accounting procedures. SBi351,iiRelating to the maximum capacity of a container of wine sold to a retail dealer. SBi352,iiRelating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 528; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain. SBi354,iiRelating to the carrying of concealed handguns on the campuses of and certain other locations associated with institutions of higher education. SBi385,iiRelating to the creation of programs to support the use of alternative fuels, including an alternative fuel program to be funded by the Texas emissions reduction plan fund and a grant program for certain natural gas vehicles. SBi386,iiRelating to the Lone Star College System District service area. SBi387,iiRelating to the sale and consumption in this state of raw oysters harvested from Texas waters. SBi388,iiRelating to the offense of organized retail theft. SBi389,iiRelating to emergency preparedness during an extended power outage of a water service provider with at least 250 connections. SBi397,iiRelating to the East Montgomery County Improvement District; imposing a tax. SBi418,iiRelating to the carrying of concealed handguns by certain persons attending a school board meeting. SBi461,iiRelating to the design and issuance of license plates for United States paratroopers. SBi505,iiRelating to state financing of public transportation. SBi551,iiRelating to liability for interest on ad valorem taxes on improvements that escaped taxation in a previous year. SBi566,iiRelating to the regulation of the practice of public accountancy. 5360 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5360

WILLIAMS, TOMMYi — i(Continued) SBi567,iiRelating to the Texas Life, Accident, Health, and Hospital Service Insurance Guaranty Association. SBi568,iiRelating to access by a public institution of higher education to the criminal history record information of certain persons seeking to reside in on-campus housing. SBi573,iiRelating to certificates of public convenience and necessity for water or sewer services. SBi592,iiRelating to the powers and duties of the state auditor s’ office. SBi720,iiRelating to the calculation of the ad valorem rollback tax rates of certain taxing units. SBi721,iiRelating to communications with appraisal review board members outside of a proceeding before the board; providing a criminal penalty. SBi722,iiRelating to the selection of the board of directors of an appraisal district. SBi723,iiRelating to the proof of an applicant s’ identity and age required for the issuance of a marriage license. SBi724,iiRelating to the revocation and reinstatement of an end user number for purposes of purchasing dyed diesel fuel. SBi725,iiRelating to suits against appraisal districts and appraisal review boards. SBi764,iiRelating to a prohibition against use of school district resources for a hotel. SBi777,iiRelating to re-creating the scholarship trust fund for fifth-year accounting students as a trust fund outside the state treasury. SBi778,iiRelating to the inclusion of professional staff who educate students with disabilities on district-level and campus-level planning and decision-making committees. SBi931,iiRelating to the determination of incompetency in criminal cases. SBi932,iiRelating to oyster beds and shells and an oyster shell recovery and replacement program. SBi934,iiRelating to the enforcement of tax laws; providing a criminal penalty. SBi936,iiRelating to the law governing the Lower Neches Valley Authority; providing authority to issue bonds. SBi1000,iiRelating to self-directed and semi-independent status of the Texas Real Estate Commission; making an appropriation. SBi1007,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi1035,iiRelating to motor vehicle title services; providing penalties. SBi1036,iiRelating to notice required in connection with possessory liens on motor vehicles. SBi1065,iiRelating to critical incident stress management and crisis response services. 5361 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5361

WILLIAMS, TOMMYi — i(Continued) SBi1080,iiRelating to transferring the Texas Department of Rural Affairs to the Office of Rural Affairs within the Department of Agriculture and abolishing the board of the Texas Department of Rural Affairs. SBi1109,iiRelating to state agency procurement and the comptroller s’ procurement powers and duties. SBi1152,iiRelating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at Lamar University and Lamar Institute of Technology. SBi1153,iiRelating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to participate in certain proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. SBi1181,iiRelating to the delivery of Medicaid services through a managed care model in certain counties and to certain recipient populations. SBi1182,iiRelating to the review of certain documents by the attorney general; imposing certain fees. SBi1183,iiRelating to the offense of coercing a person to have or seek an abortion and informed and voluntary consent for an abortion; providing penalties. SBi1237,iiRelating to persons authorized to access or use electronically readable information derived from a driver s’ license, commercial driver s’ license, or personal identification certificate. SBi1252,iiRelating to evaluating and providing for efficient government resource allocation. SBi1273,iiRelating to the lawful manufacture, distribution, and possession of and prescriptions for controlled substances under the Texas Controlled Substances Act. SBi1274,iiRelating to the registration of roofing contractors; providing penalties. SBi1275,iiRelating to the regulation of manufactured housing by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. SBi1276,iiRelating to transferring certain energy assistance programs from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to the Public Utility Commission of Texas. SBi1353,iiRelating to certain claims against persons licensed as real estate brokers and salespersons. SBi1365,iiRelating to the distribution of money appropriated from the national research university fund. SBi1394,iiRelating to the authority of the Texas Department of Transportation to approve safety standards for high-speed rail; authorizing a fee. SBi1395,iiRelating to the administration, financing, and use of the State Infrastructure Bank. SBi1401,iiRelating to the organization, governance, duties, and functions of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. SBi1402,iiRelating to motor vehicles; providing penalties. SBi1415,iiRelating to the suitability of certain annuity transactions. 5362 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5362

WILLIAMS, TOMMYi — i(Continued) SBi1416,iiRelating to the creation of the offense of possession, manufacture, transportation, repair, or sale of a tire deflation device and to the offense of attempting to evade arrest through the use of a vehicle or a tire deflation device; providing criminal penalties. SBi1417,iiRelating to the limitation of liability of certain landowners. SBi1464,iiRelating to transferring certain functions of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation. SBi1465,iiRelating to the administration of certain housing and energy assistance programs. SBi1562,iiRelating to the designation of a segment of Texas State Highway 75 as the 75th Ranger Regiment Highway. SBi1578,iiRelating to the addition of a county to a freight rail district. SBi1610,iiRelating to seat belt requirements for certain vehicles. SBi1662,iiRelating to the payment of costs associated with certain educational programs of Prairie View A&M University. SBi1694,iiRelating to the use of a mobile tracking device without a court order in the course of a criminal investigation. SBi1695,iiRelating to penalties for engaging in organized criminal activity. SBi1696,iiRelating to the creation of an automatic license plate reader pilot program. SBi1697,iiRelating to duties and restrictions regarding the special Texas Rangers. SBi1698,iiRelating to reporting concerning inmates who are confined in county jails and subject to federal immigration detainers. SBi1699,iiRelating to authorizing the use of an image verification system to determine whether an applicant for a driver s’ license or personal identification certificate is a fugitive from justice. SBi1700,iiRelating to checkpoints to ensure the validity of licenses and financial responsibility of vehicle operators. SBi1701,iiRelating to a criminal asset forfeiture hearing in which substitute assets are forfeited under certain circumstances. SBi1702,iiRelating to the establishment of a task force to enhance the prosecution and tracking of money laundering in this state. SBi1703,iiRelating to the declaration of local disaster. SBi1719,iiRelating to certain comprehensive development agreements of the Texas Department of Transportation. SBi1768,iiRelating to recovery of uncompensated hospital care costs. SBi1770,iiRelating to contracts between advanced practice registered nurses and health maintenance organizations, preferred provider benefit plans or other insurers. SBi1771,iiRelating to the provision of information by tax officials related to ad valorem tax rates. 5363 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5363

WILLIAMS, TOMMYi — i(Continued) SBi1772,iiRelating to computation of the volume of components blended with taxable diesel for the exemption from motor fuels tax. SBi1773,iiRelating to the pilot program authorizing a property owner to appeal to the State Office of Administrative Hearings certain appraisal review board determinations. SBi1774,iiRelating to the procedure for the adoption of an ad valorem tax rate. SBi1775,iiRelating to the composition of the districts for the election of members of the Texas Senate. SBi1776,iiRelating to the composition of the congressional districts for the State of Texas. SBi1777,iiRelating to the composition and appointment of the board of directors of a corporation to which the board of regents of The University of Texas System delegates investment authority for the permanent university fund or other funds under the control of the board of regents. SBi1778,iiRelating to the creation and administration of a grant program to reward eligible students at elementary and secondary schools for continuing academic progress. SBi1779,iiRelating to reports and complaints filed with and notices provided by the Texas Ethics Commission. SBi1780,iiRelating to delivering, dispensing or distributing a controlled substance; creating a penalty.

SJRi14,iiProposing 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 100 percent or totally disabled veteran.

SJRi25,iiProposing a constitutional amendment providing for the issuance of additional general obligation bonds by the Texas Water Development Board.

SJRi46,iiProposing a constitutional amendment relating to county delegation of authority regarding the disposition of county school lands and proceeds of a county permanent school fund.

SJRi47,iiProposing a constitutional amendment revising the order of legislative business to permit either house to act on bills and resolutions after the first 15 days of a regular session.

SJRi48,iiProposing a constitutional amendment revising the order of legislative business to permit legislative committees to consider matters during the first 60 days of a regular session. 5364 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5364

WILLIAMS, TOMMYi — i(Continued) SCRi14,iiAffirming the pride of all Texans in both our one and indivisible national union and our one and indivisible state, claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist from certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed. SCRi36,iiUrging the members of the Texas congressional delegation to provide to the legislature a cost analysis of the exact funding necessary for full enforcement of all immigration laws in Texas and to immediately report back to the legislature as to the status of that funding and directing the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house to send a delegation of members from both chambers to meet with members of Congress and members of the executive branch to discuss the border security crisis. SCRi57,iiRecalling H.B. No. 2277 from the house for further consideration. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi41,iiCommending Sergeant James Eddie Wright on his service to our nation. SRi83,iiRecognizing the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston on the occasion of its 75th anniversary. SRi201,iiWelcoming members of the Texas Aggregates and Concrete Association to the State Capitol on their legislative day, February 9, 2011. SRi263,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Orange and Maroon Legislative Day. SRi274,iiRecognizing February 16, 2011, as Chambers County Day at the State Capitol. SRi306,iiRecognizing Patricia Steele for receiving a Texas Exes Award for Outstanding Teacher. SRi325,iiPaying tribute to Barbara Jordan in honor of the 75th anniversary of her birth. SRi331,iiRecognizing February 22, 2011, as Justices of the Peace and Constables Day at the State Capitol. SRi380,iiRecognizing the Hughen Center in Port Arthur on its 75th anniversary. SRi381,iiRecognizing February 28 through March 1, 2011, as Golden Triangle Days at the State Capitol. SRi382,iiRecognizing the Texas Bar-B-Q Festival Cook-off as a Texas State Barbecue Championship competition. SRi421,iiRecognizing March 2, 2011, as Texas Transit Association Day at the State Capitol. SRi469,iiRecognizing the Golden Triangle Women s’ History Museum on the occasion of its first annual Women s’ History Celebration. SRi470,iiRecognizing the organizers of the Texas Star Music Festival in Vidor. SRi569,iiIn memory of Kyle Matthew Holder of The Woodlands. SRi570,iiIn memory of Beverly Stoerner Wise of Montgomery County. 5365 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5365

WILLIAMS, TOMMYi — i(Continued) SRi574,iiCommending Gabriel Thomas McDowell and Drew Christian McDowell on their initiative in learning about the legislative process. SRi575,iiRecognizing March 30, 2011, as Montgomery County Day at the State Capitol. SRi623,iiRecognizing March 28, 2011, as Leadership Southeast Texas Day at the State Capitol. SRi671,iiRecognizing March 31, 2011, as Natural Gas Vehicle Day at the State Capitol. SRi730,iiRecognizing Charles Wayne Key for his service with the Houston Fire Department. SRi731,iiRecognizing Mary Evelyn Still Bales on the occasion of her 90th birthday. SRi824,iiCommending the Texas A&M University women s’ basketball team on winning the National Collegiate Athletic Association national championship. SRi861,iiRecognizing Dohn LaBiche for receiving the 2011 Dr. Robert A. Swerdlow Small Business Person of the Year Award in the Retail-Service Category. SRi862,iiIn memory of Peggy Jo Mason of Harris County. SRi863,iiRecognizing Becky Ames for receiving the Athena Award from the Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce. SRi907,iiRecognizing May 5, 2011, as Helmet Safety Day. SRi929,iiIn memory of Sammie Lindsay Cadenhead. SRi965,iiIn memory of James E. Grayson of Houston and Montgomery. SRi971,iiCongratulating Jaime Villanueva and Cory McCollough on the birth of their daughter, Lucia Christine Villanueva McCollough. SRi1082,iiCongratulating the recipients of the H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards. SRi1145,iiRecognizing the completion of the documentary on the life of Sam Houston. SRi1202,iiRecognizing Jennifer and Casey Davis on the birth of their daughter, Kylie Nicole Davis.

ZAFFIRINI, JUDITH SBi5,iiRelating to the administration and business affairs of public institutions of higher education. SBi18,iiRelating to the use of eminent domain authority. SBi24,iiRelating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SBi26,iiRelating to the use of person first respectful language in reference to individuals with disabilities. SBi27,iiRelating to policies of school districts and open-enrollment charter schools for the care of certain students at risk for anaphylaxis. 5366 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5366

ZAFFIRINI, JUDITHi — i(Continued) SBi28,iiRelating to eligibility for a TEXAS grant and to administration of the TEXAS grant program. SBi29,iiRelating to the eligibility of certain postdoctoral fellows and graduate students to participate in health benefit programs at public institutions of higher education. SBi30,iiRelating to a pilot project to establish a comprehensive single point of entry for long-term services and supports provided to the aged and physically disabled individuals. SBi32,iiRelating to the consolidation of related higher education programs governing tuition, fee exemptions, and waivers respective to specific target populations. SBi33,iiRelating to the period of continuous eligibility for the medical assistance program. SBi34,iiRelating to the establishment and operation of the Texas Women Veterans Program. SBi35,iiRelating to transition and employment services for public school students enrolled in special education programs. SBi36,iiRelating to methods for increasing student success and degree completion at public institutions of higher education. SBi37,iiRelating to the duration of the interagency task force on ensuring appropriate care settings for persons with disabilities. SBi38,iiRelating to the inclusion of private postsecondary educational institutions and private career schools and colleges in the higher education accountability system of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. SBi39,iiRelating to improving application and eligibility determination processes and efficiencies for certain benefits programs. SBi40,iiRelating to the composition and functions of the Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation. SBi41,iiRelating to the use of restraints in state supported living centers. SBi42,iiRelating to bullying through electronic means in public schools. SBi43,iiRelating to the civil liability of an employer or former employer of a mental health services provider who engages in sexual exploitation of a patient or former patient. SBi44,iiRelating to the detention and transportation of a person with a mental illness. SBi45,iiRelating to a Medicaid hospital level of care waiver program for certain medically fragile individuals. SBi46,iiRelating to the creation of an offense for certain uses of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. SBi47,iiRelating to the pro re nata administration of psychoactive medications in certain residential health care facilities. SBi48,iiRelating to consideration of school district disciplinary placement information. SBi49,iiRelating to school district requirements regarding parental notification in connection with disciplinary alternative education programs. 5367 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5367

ZAFFIRINI, JUDITHi — i(Continued) SBi50,iiRelating to regulatory authority for courses taken by public high school students for both high school and college credit. SBi51,iiRelating to a pilot program to expand access to career and technical education partnerships in rural areas. SBi52,iiRelating to exempting books purchased by university and college students from the sales tax for a limited period. SBi53,iiRelating to public school accountability for bilingual education and English as a second language and other special language programs. SBi54,iiRelating to certification to teach public school students who have visual impairments. SBi55,iiRelating to the administration of psychoactive medications to persons receiving services in certain facilities. SBi56,iiRelating to the inclusion and exclusion of certain information as part of the immunization registry. SBi57,iiRelating to the licensing and regulation of post-acute care acquired brain injury rehabilitation facilities; providing penalties. SBi58,iiRelating to the designation of segments of State Highway 359, State Highway 16, and State Highway 285 as the Veterans of the Korean War Memorial Highway. SBi59,iiRelating to the provision of assistance by the Texas Ethics Commission in the reporting of political contributions and expenditures made in connection with offices of and measures proposed by local governmental entities. SBi60,iiRelating to disposition of proceeds from the development or sale of the rights to natural resources or minerals in land held by Webb County for the county permanent school fund. SBi61,iiRelating to juvenile case managers. SBi62,iiRelating to an oral statement regarding the impact of an offense in certain cases involving a violent crime. SBi63,iiRelating to the creation of the individual development account program to provide savings incentives and opportunities for certain foster children to pursue home ownership, postsecondary education, and business development. SBi64,iiRelating to the right of an employee who is a victim of a crime to time off from work to attend court proceedings related to that crime. SBi65,iiRelating to additional compensation for certain state employees. SBi66,iiRelating to the transfer of a student from the school district of the student s’ residence to another district. SBi67,iiRelating to leave for junior college district or university system employees who are physically assaulted while on duty. SBi68,iiRelating to contracting issues of state agencies, including ethics issues related to state contracting. 5368 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5368

ZAFFIRINI, JUDITHi — i(Continued) SBi69,iiRelating to reconstituting the system benefit fund as a trust fund and to uses of the fund. SBi70,iiRelating to determination of state contributions for participation by certain junior college employees in the state employees group benefits program. SBi200,iiRelating to reports, notices, and records required of institutions of higher education. SBi204,iiRelating to insurance coverage for certain devices used in the treatment of diabetes. SBi209,iiRelating to juvenile case managers. SBi250,iiRelating to protective orders for stalking victims. SBi262,iiRelating to health benefit plan coverage for orally administered anticancer medications. SBi264,iiRelating to certain information provided by local workforce development boards regarding certain child-care providers. SBi265,iiRelating to training for employees and operators of certain child-care facilities. SBi272,iiRelating to authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds to fund capital projects at public institutions of higher education. SBi282,iiRelating to eliminating certain reporting, planning, student developmental, and other requirements imposed on the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board or public institutions of higher education. SBi314,iiRelating to unemployment compensation eligibility and chargebacks regarding certain persons who are victims or whose immediate family members are victims of sexual assault. SBi315,iiRelating to the agencies and entities responsible for compiling and maintaining information pertaining to criminal combinations and criminal street gangs. SBi325,iiRelating to the automatic enrollment of certain women in the demonstration project for women s’ health care services. SBi355,iiRelating to the elimination of smoking in certain workplaces and public places; providing penalties. SBi357,iiRelating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran or the principal residence of the surviving minor children of such a disabled veteran. SBi415,iiRelating to individuals with intellectual disabilities committed to state supported living centers. SBi557,iiRelating to the distribution of money appropriated from the national research university fund. SBi575,iiRelating to the expansion of the Women s’ Health Program demonstration project and implementation of related outreach activities. SBi639,iiRelating to tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for certain military personnel, veterans, and dependents residing in this state. 5369 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5369

ZAFFIRINI, JUDITHi — i(Continued) SBi726,iiRelating to the establishment of the judicial access and improvement account to provide funding for basic civil legal services, indigent defense, and judicial technical support through certain county service fees and court costs imposed to fund the account. SBi773,iiRelating to telecommunications service discounts for educational institutions, libraries, hospitals, and telemedicine centers. SBi774,iiRelating to exemptions for disabled peace officers from the payment of tuition and fees at public institutions of higher education. SBi775,iiRelating to establishing a participant-directed Medicaid waiver pilot program. SBi776,iiRelating to customs brokers. SBi811,iiRelating to the regulation of the practice of veterinary medicine. SBi812,iiRelating to the resumption of employment by certain retirees within the Texas Municipal Retirement System. SBi850,iiRelating to formula funding for certain semester credit hours earned for dual course credit. SBi851,iiRelating to a uniform deadline for student financial assistance for public institutions of higher education other than public junior colleges. SBi895,iiRelating to the regulation of equine dental care providers; providing penalties. SBi945,iiRelating to authorizing a lower-division institution of higher education to award an associate degree to a student enrolled in a four-year public institution of higher education who previously attended the lower-division institution. SBi966,iiRelating to high school diplomas for certain military veterans. SBi1021,iiRelating to certain examination requirements for physicians. SBi1051,iiRelating to a periodic review of state and local tax preferences. SBi1245,iiRelating to local option elections to legalize or prohibit the operation of eight-liners and the imposition of a fee on eight-liner owners; providing penalties. SBi1311,iiRelating to the designation of certain highways as part of the Purple Heart Trail. SBi1380,iiRelating to designating October as Disability History and Awareness Month. SBi1443,iiRelating to the mailing of notices, decisions, and reports by the Texas Ethics Commission. SBi1444,iiRelating to the amount of a tuition equalization grant. SBi1445,iiRelating to the contents of reports of political contributions and expenditures. SBi1446,iiRelating to modifications of eligibility criteria, processes, and systems used in certain state benefits programs designed to improve efficiency. SBi1447,iiRelating to the regulation of chemical dependency counselors. SBi1448,iiRelating to consent for treatment for chemical dependency in a treatment facility and required training for the facility s’ intake personnel. 5370 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5370

ZAFFIRINI, JUDITHi — i(Continued) SBi1449,iiRelating to an alternative method of satisfying certain licensing requirements for chemical dependency treatment facilities. SBi1450,iiRelating to the regulation of crafted precious metal dealers and dealerships; providing a criminal penalty. SBi1451,iiRelating to direct campaign expenditures by corporations and labor organizations. SBi1452,iiRelating to unannounced on-site surveys of Home and Community-based Services provider homes. SBi1524,iiRelating to the payment and distribution of consumer assistance funds in an action by the attorney general. SBi1574,iiRelating to the use of money in a tax increment fund to pay costs related to public improvements used for social services programs that promote the development or redevelopment of a reinvestment zone. SBi1636,iiRelating to the collection, analysis, and preservation of sexual assault or DNA evidence. SBi1723,iiRelating to tuition and fee exemptions for certain military personnel and their spouses and dependent children for under-enrolled undergraduate classes at public institutions of higher education. SBi1724,iiRelating to conditions on the receipt of tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education. SBi1725,iiRelating to a tuition exemption at a four-year public institution of higher education based on a student s’ academic performance and timely progress toward completion of a baccalaureate degree program. SBi1726,iiRelating to the development of measurable learning outcomes for undergraduate courses at public institutions of higher education. SBi1727,iiRelating to a fixed tuition rate program for certain students who transfer to a state university after completing an associate degree program. SBi1728,iiRelating to a requirement that developmental coursework required for entering undergraduate students at four-year public institutions of higher education be completed at a public junior college. SBi1729,iiRelating to the Texas Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (T-STEM) Challenge Scholarship program. SBi1730,iiRelating to requiring the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to create a tool to allow prospective students to compare general academic teaching institutions by certain criteria. SBi1731,iiRelating to requiring public junior colleges to offer an academic associate degree program. SBi1813,iiRelating to the applicability of the Education Code to Head Start programs and the authority of the commissioner of education to make a certain determination regarding those programs. 5371 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5371

ZAFFIRINI, JUDITHi — i(Continued) SBi1814,iiRelating to the time permitted for the abatement of a public nuisance. SBi1815,iiRelating to electioneering on the premises of certain privately owned polling places. SBi1816,iiRelating to county and municipal land development regulation. SBi1817,iiRelating to the Children s’ Policy Council, including the transfer of the duties and activities of the consortium that oversees the Texas Integrated Funding Initiative to the Children s’ Policy Council. SBi1818,iiRelating to consent for inclusion in the statewide Internet-based registry of organ, tissue, and eye donors. SBi1843,iiRelating to investigations of certain offenses involving the Internet-based sexual exploitation of a minor; creating the Internet crimes against children account to support those activities. SBi1857,iiRelating to the administration of medication for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. SBi1860,iiRelating to funding for transportation needs in certain counties. SBi1874,iiRelating to requiring a public institution of higher education to make certain faculty information available to the public on the institution s’ Internet website. SBi1892,iiRelating to the Bexar County district courts. SBi1893,iiRelating to the appointment of a court reporter by criminal law magistrates, civil law associate judges, and juvenile law masters in Bexar County. SBi1894,iiRelating to proceedings that may be referred to and the powers of a criminal law magistrate in Bexar County. SBi1911,iiRelating to the creation of the Webb County Municipal Management District; providing authority to impose a tax, levy an assessment, and issue bonds. SBi1913,iiRelating to the creation of the Southeast Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds. SBi1914,iiRelating to the creation of the Southeast Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 2; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds. SBi1915,iiRelating to the creation of the Southeast Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 3; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds. SBi1916,iiRelating to the creation of the Southeast Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 4; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds. SBi1917,iiRelating to the tax exemption for permanent hotel residents in certain smaller municipalities. SBi1918,iiRelating to the authority of emergency services districts in low populous counties to contract with banks regarding deposits. SBi1927,iiRelating to the authority of certain volunteer firefighter and emergency services organizations to hold tax-free sales or auctions. 5372 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5372

ZAFFIRINI, JUDITHi — i(Continued) SBi1928,iiRelating to an African American Texans memorial monument on the Capitol grounds. SJRi6,iiProposing a constitutional amendment relating to the disposition of proceeds from the development or sale of the rights to natural resources or minerals in land held by Webb County for the county permanent school fund. SJRi14,iiProposing 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 100 percent or totally disabled veteran. SCRi16,iiDesignating the month of March each year from 2011 through 2020 as Women Veterans Month in tribute to the immeasurable contributions that women in the military have made to this nation. SCRi51,iiExpressing the legislature s’ support for the construction of a monument to African American Texans on the grounds of the State Capitol at the location approved by the State Preservation Board for a Juneteenth monument. SRi4,iiRecognizing Raul Vasquez for his public service. SRi17,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Viva San Antonio Day at the State Capitol. SRi35,iiHonoring the victims and heroes of the Arizona shooting. SRi52,iiCommending the members of the Washington s’ Birthday Celebration Association. SRi82,iiRecognizing January 26, 2011, as Laredo Legislative Day at the Capitol. SRi84,iiHonoring the victims of violence along our border with Mexico and paying tribute to the men and women who are working tirelessly to end it. SRi138,iiRecognizing Nina Speer on the occasion of her 100th birthday. SRi168,iiCommending the students, faculty, and staff of Saint Mary s’ University. SRi193,iiRecognizing the Boys and Girls Clubs of Laredo for their contributions to their community. SRi194,iiIn memory of Omar Soltero of San Antonio. SRi259,iiRecognizing February 22, 2011, as Texas FFA Day at the State Capitol. SRi263,iiRecognizing February 15, 2011, as Orange and Maroon Legislative Day. SRi280,iiCommending BBVA Compass and the Mexican and Spanish students at The University of Texas at Austin. SRi320,iiRecognizing February 23, 2011, as Rio Grande City Day at the State Capitol. SRi325,iiPaying tribute to Barbara Jordan in honor of the 75th anniversary of her birth. SRi344,iiRecognizing Stanley Andrew Sliwiak for his years of service to the Catholic Church. SRi345,iiRecognizing David H. Dewhurst for being named the 2011 Border Texan of the Year. SRi365,iiRecognizing March 1, 2011, as Coastal Bend Day at the State Capitol. 5373 SENATE JOURNAL — REGULAR SESSION 5373

ZAFFIRINI, JUDITHi — i(Continued) SRi385,iiCommending the CyberPatriot team from the Alamo Colleges Information Technology and Security Academy on its victory at the regional CyberPatriot III competition. SRi437,iiRecognizing Richard A. Middleton on the occasion of his retirement as superintendent of the North East Independent School District. SRi509,iiRecognizing Edison Mission Energy on the occasion of the dedication of its Cedro Hill Wind Project in Bruni. SRi523,iiIn memory of Ignacia Mogas Czar "Nachita" Hopkins. SRi534,iiRecognizing March 16, 2011, as Karnes County Day at the State Capitol. SRi544,iiIn memory of Stephanie Ann Brown of San Antonio. SRi545,iiIn memory of Homer D. Smith, Jr. SRi550,iiIn memory of Fernando A. Salinas of Laredo. SRi552,iiRecognizing March 1, 2011, as Bee County Day at the State Capitol. SRi555,iiIn memory of Barbara Ann Kazen. SRi572,iiRecognizing March 23, 2011, as McMullen County Day at the State Capitol. SRi627,iiRecognizing Louis Agnese for his 25 years of service as president of the University of the Incarnate Word. SRi656,iiRecognizing April 2, 2011, as World Autism Awareness Day at the State Capitol. SRi657,iiRecognizing April 6, 2011, as Atascosa County Day at the State Capitol. SRi684,iiRecognizing April 13, 2011, as Live Oak County Day at the State Capitol. SRi692,iiRecognizing Poth Hermann Sons Lodge 272-2 on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. SRi711,iiRecognizing the groups and individuals who make possible Fiesta San Antonio. SRi734,iiRecognizing the City of Converse on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. SRi736,iiRecognizing Voz de Nin˜os for its service to the children of Webb County. SRi807,iiIn memory of Jesse Wallace Quinney Sr. SRi808,iiRecognizing Karen Bessette on the occasion of her retirement as principal of Randolph Elementary School on Randolph Air Force Base. SRi838,iiCongratulating Marisela and Robert Higgins for being selected by Junior Acheivement of Laredo for induction into the 2011 Laredo Business Hall of Fame. SRi839,iiRecognizing Richard E. Haynes Sr. for being selected posthumously by Junior Achievement of Laredo for induction into the 2011 Laredo Business Hall of Fame. SRi840,iiRecognizing Demetrio David Hachar for being selected posthumously by Junior Achievement of Laredo for induction into the 2011 Laredo Business Hall of Fame. SRi869,iiJoining the citizens of Live Oak in observing National Police Week. SRi870,iiCongratulating Grupo Fantasma for winning a Grammy Award. 5374 AUTHORS OF SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS 5374

ZAFFIRINI, JUDITHi — i(Continued) SRi877,iiRecognizing Laredo Specialty Hospital on the occasion of its fifth anniversary. SRi879,iiRecognizing Pat Campos on the occasion of her retirement from the Webb County Juvenile Department. SRi893,iiCommending Martha L. Valencia on her contributions to the citizens of South Texas. SRi896,iiRecognizing The University of Texas Community Outreach program. SRi921,iiIn memory of Hector H. Garcia Sr. of Laredo. SRi936,iiIn memory of Santos Porras Jr. SRi956,iiRecognizing Sandra Cavazos on the occasion of her retirement from the United Independent School District. SRi969,iiRecognizing Destiny Bailey for being selected as Laredo s’ 2011 Youth of the Year. SRi996,iiIn memory of Ashley Therese Perret Harrison of Dallas. SRi1009,iiRecognizing the Hispanic Women s’ Network of Texas on the occasion of its 25th anniversary. SRi1030,iiRecognizing Adolfo Alvarez Sr. of Pearsall on the occasion of his 80th birthday. SRi1031,iiRecognizing Deborah K. Badrak on the occasion of her retirement from the Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District. SRi1045,iiRecognizing May 20, 2011, as GenTX Day at the State Capitol. SRi1129,iiCommending Colleen McHugh on her service to The University of Texas System Board of Regents. SRi1258,iiSuspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 40.