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State Senator
Brian Birdwell
(R) - Texas
Texas Senate District 22
In Office - Started: 07/02/2010

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P.O. Box 12068
Capitol Station
Austin, TX 78711
Phone: 512-463-0122

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1315 Waters Edge Drive
Suite 116
Granbury, TX 76048
Phone: 817-573-9622

Bill Bill Name Summary Progress
SB1 General Appropriations Bill. General Appropriations Bill. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB25 Relating to health and nutrition standards to promote healthy living, including requirements for food labeling, primary and secondary education, higher education, and continuing education for certain health care professionals; authorizing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to health and nutrition standards to promote healthy living, including requirements for food labeling, primary and secondary education, higher education, and continuing education for certain health care professionals; authorizing a civil penalty. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1758 Relating to the operation of a cement kiln and the production of aggregates near a semiconductor wafer manufacturing facility. AN ACT relating to the operation of a cement kiln and the production of aggregates near a semiconductor wafer manufacturing facility. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1220 Relating to the subject matter jurisdiction of the criminal trial courts of this state. AN ACT relating to the subject matter jurisdiction of the criminal trial courts of this state. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB12 Relating to parental rights in public education, to certain public school requirements and prohibitions regarding instruction, diversity, equity, and inclusion duties, and social transitioning, and to student clubs at public schools. AN ACT relating to parental rights in public education, to certain public school requirements and prohibitions regarding instruction, diversity, equity, and inclusion duties, and social transitioning, and to student clubs at public schools. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB20 Relating to the creation of the criminal offense of possession, promotion, or production of certain obscene visual material appearing to depict a child. AN ACT relating to the creation of the criminal offense of possession, promotion, or production of certain obscene visual material appearing to depict a child. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4112 Relating to the disposal or storage of high-level radioactive waste. AN ACT relating to the disposal or storage of high-level radioactive waste. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4384 Relating to the recovery of certain costs associated with a gas utility's plant, facilities, or equipment placed in service. AN ACT relating to the recovery of certain costs associated with a gas utility's plant, facilities, or equipment placed in service. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB37 Relating to the governance of public institutions of higher education, including review of curriculum and certain degree and certificate programs, a faculty council or senate, training for members of the governing board, and the establishment, powers, and duties of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Office of the Ombudsman. AN ACT relating to the governance of public institutions of higher education, including review of curriculum and certain degree and certificate programs, a faculty council or senate, training for members of the governing board, and the establishment, powers, and duties of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Office of the Ombudsman. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2781 Relating to the imposition of civil penalties for certain violations with respect to political contributions and expenditures made by certain persons who engage in lobbying activities. AN ACT relating to the imposition of civil penalties for certain violations with respect to political contributions and expenditures made by certain persons who engage in lobbying activities. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB4903 Relating to the establishment of the Quad-Agency Child Care Initiative and the Quad-Agency Child Care Initiative Commission. AN ACT relating to the establishment of the Quad-Agency Child Care Initiative and the Quad-Agency Child Care Initiative Commission. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB33 Relating to certain prohibited transactions and logistical support between a governmental entity and an abortion assistance entity or abortion provider for the procurement of an abortion or related services. AN ACT relating to certain prohibited transactions and logistical support between a governmental entity and an abortion assistance entity or abortion provider for the procurement of an abortion or related services. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB38 Relating to the eviction from real property of certain persons not entitled to enter, occupy, or remain in possession of the premises. AN ACT relating to the eviction from real property of certain persons not entitled to enter, occupy, or remain in possession of the premises. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB5093 Relating to disclosure under the public information law of certain contact information of a notary public that is maintained by the secretary of state. AN ACT relating to disclosure under the public information law of certain contact information of a notary public that is maintained by the secretary of state. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB7 Relating to the oversight and financing of certain water infrastructure matters under the jurisdiction of the Texas Water Development Board. AN ACT relating to the oversight and financing of certain water infrastructure matters under the jurisdiction of the Texas Water Development Board. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB31 Relating to exceptions to otherwise prohibited abortions based on a physician's reasonable medical judgment. AN ACT relating to exceptions to otherwise prohibited abortions based on a physician's reasonable medical judgment. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2 Relating to public education and public school finance. AN ACT relating to public education and public school finance. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB17 Relating to the purchase or acquisition of an interest in real property by certain aliens or foreign entities; creating a criminal offense; providing a civil penalty. AN ACT relating to the purchase or acquisition of an interest in real property by certain aliens or foreign entities; creating a criminal offense; providing a civil penalty. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1242 Relating to the acquisition of land and facilities by the Texas State Technical College System. AN ACT relating to the acquisition of land and facilities by the Texas State Technical College System. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1243 Relating to the dissolution of a public utility agency. AN ACT relating to the dissolution of a public utility agency. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB13 Relating to a school district's library materials and catalog, the establishment of local school library advisory councils, and parental rights regarding public school library catalogs and access by the parent's child to library materials. AN ACT relating to a school district's library materials and catalog, the establishment of local school library advisory councils, and parental rights regarding public school library catalogs and access by the parent's child to library materials. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB260 Relating to the school safety allotment under the Foundation School Program. AN ACT relating to the school safety allotment under the Foundation School Program. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB843 Relating to a Texas Education Agency database of school district and open-enrollment charter school bonds, taxes, and bond-related projects. AN ACT relating to a Texas Education Agency database of school district and open-enrollment charter school bonds, taxes, and bond-related projects. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1198 Relating to the designation of spaceports as critical infrastructure facilities for purposes of criminal and civil liability. AN ACT relating to the designation of spaceports as critical infrastructure facilities for purposes of criminal and civil liability. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2014 Relating to the election of the board of directors of the Somervell County Hospital District. AN ACT relating to the election of the board of directors of the Somervell County Hospital District. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB571 Relating to the reporting and investigation of certain misconduct and child abuse and neglect; creating a criminal offense. AN ACT relating to the reporting and investigation of certain misconduct and child abuse and neglect; creating a criminal offense. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB869 Relating to the deadline for the Texas Ethics Commission to resolve certain complaints. AN ACT relating to the deadline for the Texas Ethics Commission to resolve certain complaints. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB876 Relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 377 in Hood and Johnson Counties as the Bob Cornett Parkway. AN ACT relating to the designation of a portion of U.S. Highway 377 in Hood and Johnson Counties as the Bob Cornett Parkway. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB10 Relating to the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms. AN ACT relating to the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB11 Relating to a period of prayer and reading of the Bible or other religious text in public schools. AN ACT relating to a period of prayer and reading of the Bible or other religious text in public schools. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB75 Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities. AN ACT relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2601 Relating to the landowner compensation program. AN ACT relating to the landowner compensation program. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB3048 Relating to the creation of the Bluebonnet Hills Municipal Management District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes; granting a limited power of eminent domain. AN ACT relating to the creation of the Bluebonnet Hills Municipal Management District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes; granting a limited power of eminent domain. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB5696 Relating to the creation of The Reserve Municipal Management District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes. AN ACT relating to the creation of The Reserve Municipal Management District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB23 Relating to an increase in the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district of the appraised value of the residence homestead of a person who is elderly or disabled and the protection of school districts against certain losses in local revenue. AN ACT relating to an increase in the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district of the appraised value of the residence homestead of a person who is elderly or disabled and the protection of school districts against certain losses in local revenue. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB4 Relating to an increase in the amount of the exemption of residence homesteads from ad valorem taxation by a school district and the protection of school districts against certain losses in local revenue. AN ACT relating to an increase in the amount of the exemption of residence homesteads from ad valorem taxation by a school district and the protection of school districts against certain losses in local revenue. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB9 Relating to the confinement or release of defendants before trial or sentencing, including regulating charitable bail organizations, and the conditions of and procedures for setting bail and reviewing bail decisions. AN ACT relating to the confinement or release of defendants before trial or sentencing, including regulating charitable bail organizations, and the conditions of and procedures for setting bail and reviewing bail decisions. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB40 Relating to the use by a political subdivision of public funds to pay bail bonds; authorizing injunctive relief. AN ACT relating to the use by a political subdivision of public funds to pay bail bonds; authorizing injunctive relief. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB9 Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the appraised value of tangible personal property that is held or used for the production of income. AN ACT relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the appraised value of tangible personal property that is held or used for the production of income. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HJR7 Proposing a constitutional amendment to dedicate a portion of the revenue derived from state sales and use taxes to the Texas water fund and to provide for the allocation and use of that revenue. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment to dedicate a portion of the revenue derived from state sales and use taxes to the Texas water fund and to provide for the allocation and use of that revenue. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SJR59 Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of funds to support the capital needs of educational programs offered by the Texas State Technical College System. SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of funds to support the capital needs of educational programs offered by the Texas State Technical College System and repealing the limitation on the allocation to that system and its campuses of the annual appropriation of certain constitutionally dedicated funding for public institutions of higher education. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SJR5 Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail under certain circumstances to persons accused of certain offenses punishable as a felony. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail under certain circumstances to persons accused of certain offenses punishable as a felony. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR629 In memory of Joshua Daniel King. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Joshua Daniel King and extend deepest condolences to the members of his family: to his wife, Sarah King Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR686 Recognizing Secretary of the Senate Patsy Spaw and her staff for their valuable contributions and service. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby honor Secretary of the Senate Patsy Spaw and her entire staff for their many valuable contributions to the legislative process and commend them on their loyal and continued service to the State of Texas Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR222 In memory of former state Senator and Representative Joe J. Bernal of San Antonio. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of the Honorable Joe J. Bernal and extend heartfelt sympathy to his relatives and many friends Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR619 In memory of Thomas Morrell Terry Jr. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Thomas Morrell Terry Jr. and extend sincere sympathy to the members of his family: to his children, Dr. Greg Terry and his wife, Laurie, Sydney Platt and her husband, Jack, and Kim Terry and her wife, Tacy Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR615 Recognizing Brenda Kaye Abbott on the occasion of her 80th birthday. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize Brenda Kaye Abbott as a treasured citizen of the Lone Star State and extend to her congratulations and best wishes on her 80th birthday Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR628 In memory of former state representative James R. Pitts. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of the Honorable James R. Pitts and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his children, Duffy Bloemendal and her husband, Scott, Ashley Pitts, and James Ryan Pitts and his wife, Faith Anne Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR695 Returning Senate Bill No. 293 to the House for further consideration. Returning Senate Bill No. 293 to the House for further consideration. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2053 Relating to creating the Governor's Medal of Service award to recognize service to the people of Texas. AN ACT relating to creating the Governor's Medal of Service award to recognize service to the people of Texas. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB2663 Relating to the affirmation required to be made by an operator as part of an application to the Railroad Commission of Texas for an extension of the deadline for plugging an inactive well; providing an administrative penalty. AN ACT relating to the affirmation required to be made by an operator as part of an application to the Railroad Commission of Texas for an extension of the deadline for plugging an inactive well; providing an administrative penalty. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR625 Recognizing the McLennan Community College Dance Team for winning two Championship titles. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby congratulate the members and coaches of the McLennan Dance Team on their outstanding achievement and extend to them best wishes for continued success Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR587 Recognizing the Association of Water Board Directors-Texas on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby extend congratulations to the Association of Water Board Directors-Texas on 50 years of service and extend to its board of trustees, advisory council, members, and staff sincere best wishes for the future Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SJR87 Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail to persons accused of certain offenses punishable as a felony who have previously been convicted of or who were released on bail for certain offenses punishable as a felony at the time of the new offense. SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail to persons accused of certain offenses punishable as a felony who have previously been convicted of or who were released on bail for certain offenses punishable as a felony at the time of the new offense. Dead
SB2052 Relating to suits affecting the parent-child relationship between a parent and a nonparent. AN ACT relating to suits affecting the parent-child relationship between a parent and a nonparent. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SJR1 Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail under certain circumstances for illegal aliens charged with certain offenses punishable as a felony. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail under certain circumstances for illegal aliens charged with certain offenses punishable as a felony. Dead
SB1146 Relating to the plugging or replugging of certain inactive wells subject to the jurisdiction of the Railroad Commission of Texas. AN ACT relating to the plugging or replugging of certain inactive wells subject to the jurisdiction of the Railroad Commission of Texas. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2050 Relating to the recycling and disposal of consumer energy storage modules. AN ACT relating to the recycling and disposal of consumer energy storage modules. Dead
SB18 Relating to prohibiting municipal libraries that host certain events from receiving state or other public funding. AN ACT relating to prohibiting municipal libraries that host certain events from receiving state or other public funding. Dead
SB1759 Relating to the declaration of an oil or gas emergency by the Railroad Commission of Texas and the liability of a person for assistance, advice, or resources provided in relation to an oil or gas emergency. AN ACT relating to the declaration of an oil or gas emergency by the Railroad Commission of Texas and the liability of a person for assistance, advice, or resources provided in relation to an oil or gas emergency. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR585 Recognizing May 27, 2025, as Western Swing Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize western swing as a treasured part of our state's heritage and recognize May 27, 2025, as Western Swing Day Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB3073 Relating to the duty of a magistrate to make written findings in certain criminal proceedings. AN ACT relating to the duty of a magistrate to make written findings in certain criminal proceedings. Dead
SB2785 Relating to notification and disclosure of records and information concerning an investigation of a report of child abuse or neglect to county or district attorneys. AN ACT relating to notification and disclosure of records and information concerning an investigation of a report of child abuse or neglect to county or district attorneys. Dead
SB2203 Relating to the certification of discovery issues to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality in contested cases referred to the State Office of Administrative Hearings by the commission. AN ACT relating to the certification of discovery issues to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality in contested cases referred to the State Office of Administrative Hearings by the commission. Dead
SB1730 Relating to civil liability arising out of justified uses of or threats to use force or deadly force. AN ACT relating to civil liability arising out of justified uses of or threats to use force or deadly force. Dead
SB2782 Relating to discovery requirements related to sworn complaints made to the Texas Ethics Commission. AN ACT relating to discovery requirements related to sworn complaints made to the Texas Ethics Commission. Dead
HB180 Relating to border protection agreements between this state and the United Mexican States. AN ACT relating to border protection agreements between this state and the United Mexican States. Dead
SB875 Relating to prohibiting election activities committed by a member of the board of trustees or superintendent of an independent school district or on certain school district premises; creating criminal offenses. AN ACT relating to prohibiting election activities committed by a member of the board of trustees or superintendent of an independent school district or on certain school district premises; creating criminal offenses. Dead
SB872 Relating to the punishment for the offense of burglary of a vehicle involving theft of a firearm; increasing a criminal penalty. AN ACT relating to the punishment for the offense of burglary of a vehicle involving theft of a firearm; increasing a criminal penalty. Dead
HB206 Relating to a limitation on a county's authority to require a cash bond before approving the construction of a pipeline. AN ACT relating to a limitation on a county's authority to require a cash bond before approving the construction of a pipeline. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB16 Relating to requiring a person to submit proof of citizenship to register to vote, including the eligibility of certain voters to vote a limited federal ballot if the voter cannot supply the required proof and the procedures for the counting of those ballots; creating criminal offenses. AN ACT relating to requiring a person to submit proof of citizenship to register to vote; creating criminal offenses. Dead
SB3074 Relating to communications between the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the governor, the lieutenant governor, or a member of the legislature. AN ACT relating to communications between the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the governor, the lieutenant governor, or a member of the legislature. Dead
SB5 Relating to the creation of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. AN ACT relating to the creation of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2199 Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for loading certain overweight vehicles transporting hazardous materials at a weight that exceeds the weight limitations authorized for the vehicle. AN ACT relating to increasing the criminal penalty for loading certain overweight vehicles transporting hazardous materials at a weight that exceeds the weight limitations authorized for the vehicle. Dead
SB2200 Relating to a prohibition on the operation or movement of certain overweight vehicles transporting hazardous materials under certain circumstances; creating a criminal offense. AN ACT relating to a prohibition on the operation or movement of certain overweight vehicles transporting hazardous materials under certain circumstances; creating a criminal offense. Dead
SB987 Relating to the subject matter jurisdiction of the criminal trial courts of this state over certain criminal actions. AN ACT relating to the subject matter jurisdiction of the criminal trial courts of this state over certain criminal actions. Dead
SR561 Recognizing the Boerne Little League All-Stars for advancing to the Little League Baseball World Series championship game. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby congratulate the Boerne Little League All-Stars on advancing to the 2024 Little League Baseball World Series U.S. championship game and extend to the team's players and coaches sincere best wishes for the future Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2880 Relating to abortion, including civil liability for distribution of abortion-inducing drugs; making conforming changes and harmonizing conforming provisions; authorizing a private civil right of action. AN ACT relating to abortion, including civil liability for distribution of abortion-inducing drugs; making conforming changes and harmonizing conforming provisions; authorizing a private civil right of action. Dead
SJR85 Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to increase the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district of the market value of the residence homestead of a person who is elderly or disabled. SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to increase the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district of the market value of the residence homestead of a person who is elderly or disabled. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HB214 Relating to the prosecution of certain criminal offenses regarding the acquisition of firearms, firearm and ammunition smuggling, and terrorism. AN ACT relating to the prosecution of certain criminal offenses regarding the acquisition of firearms, firearm and ammunition smuggling, and terrorism. Dead
SJR40 Proposing a constitutional amendment regarding the powers of the governor, the legislature, and the supreme court following certain disaster or emergency declarations. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment regarding the powers of the governor, the legislature, and the supreme court following certain disaster or emergency declarations. Dead
SB871 Relating to the authority of the legislature, governor, and certain political subdivisions with respect to disasters and emergencies. AN ACT relating to the authority of the legislature, governor, and certain political subdivisions with respect to disasters and emergencies. Dead
SJR2 Proposing a constitutional amendment to increase the amount of the exemption of residence homesteads from ad valorem taxation by a school district. SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment to increase the amount of the exemption of residence homesteads from ad valorem taxation by a school district. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2784 Relating to the election of the board of directors of the Somervell County Hospital District. AN ACT relating to the election of the board of directors of the Somervell County Hospital District. Dead
SB27 Relating to the rights of public school educators and financial and other assistance provided to educators and to public schools by the Texas Education Agency related to public school educators. AN ACT relating to the rights of public school educators and financial and other assistance provided to educators and to public schools by the Texas Education Agency related to public school educators. Dead
HB2070 Relating to individuals whose name may be added to the central child abuse or neglect registry. AN ACT relating to individuals whose name may be added to the central child abuse or neglect registry. Dead
HJR1 Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation a portion of the market value of tangible personal property a person owns that is held or used for the production of income. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation a portion of the market value of tangible personal property a person owns that is held or used for the production of income. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1757 Relating to the operation of rock crushing facilities. AN ACT relating to the operation of rock crushing facilities. Dead
SB2201 Relating to intelligence databases for combinations, criminal street gangs, and foreign terrorist organizations. AN ACT relating to intelligence databases for combinations, criminal street gangs, and foreign terrorist organizations. Dead
SB2204 Relating to the applicability of uniform grant and contract management standards to certain Texas Water Development Board programs. AN ACT relating to the applicability of uniform grant and contract management standards to certain Texas Water Development Board programs. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB128 Relating to hospital reporting requirements regarding suspected child abuse, exploitation, or neglect; authorizing an administrative penalty. AN ACT relating to hospital reporting requirements regarding suspected child abuse, exploitation, or neglect; authorizing an administrative penalty. Dead
SB1197 Relating to the operation of an unmanned aircraft over a spaceport; creating a criminal offense. AN ACT relating to the operation of an unmanned aircraft over a spaceport; creating a criminal offense. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB879 Relating to an exemption for drillers or operators of closed-loop geothermal injection wells from certain requirements applicable to persons involved in activities under the jurisdiction of the Railroad Commission of Texas. AN ACT relating to an exemption for drillers or operators of closed-loop geothermal injection wells from certain requirements applicable to persons involved in activities under the jurisdiction of the Railroad Commission of Texas. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB870 Relating to the open carrying of a handgun by a uniformed school marshal. AN ACT relating to the open carrying of a handgun by a uniformed school marshal. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR536 Honoring Mark Garcia for his 25 years of service as Texas Senate auditor. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby honor Mark Garcia for his 25 years of service as Texas Senate auditor and extend to him sincere best wishes for the future Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR541 Recognizing Caterpillar Inc. on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commemorate the 100th anniversary of Caterpillar Inc. and extend to all those associated with the company sincere best wishes for the future Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR546 Recognizing Baylor College of Medicine on the occasion of its 125th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commemorate the 125th anniversary of Baylor College of Medicine and extend to all those associated with the institution sincere best wishes for continued success Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SJR37 Proposing a constitutional amendment clarifying that a voter must be a United States citizen. SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment clarifying that a voter must be a United States citizen. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SJR3 Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the establishment of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, establishing the Dementia Prevention and Research Fund to provide money for research on and prevention and treatment of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and related disorders in this state, and transferring to that fund $3 billion from state general revenue. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the establishment of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, establishing the Dementia Prevention and Research Fund to provide money for research on and prevention and treatment of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and related disorders in this state, and transferring to that fund $3 billion from state general revenue. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HJR2 Proposing a constitutional amendment prohibiting the legislature from imposing death taxes applicable to a decedent's property or the transfer of an estate, inheritance, legacy, succession, or gift. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment prohibiting the legislature from imposing death taxes applicable to a decedent's property or the transfer of an estate, inheritance, legacy, succession, or gift. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR521 In memory of Victor Valencia. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Victor Valencia and extend sincere condolences to his bereaved family Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR509 Recognizing the members of the General Federation of Women's Clubs of Texas. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the members of the General Federation of Women's Clubs of Texas on their unwavering commitment to increasing the volunteerism, leadership, and advocacy of Texas women and extend to all best wishes for a memorable visit to Austin Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1147 Relating to the withdrawal of the State of Texas from the Interstate Mining Compact. AN ACT relating to the withdrawal of the State of Texas from the Interstate Mining Compact. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1145 Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to issue permits for the land application of water produced from certain mining and oil and gas extraction operations. AN ACT relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to issue permits for the land application of water produced from certain mining and oil and gas extraction operations. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
HJR98 Applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for the limited purpose of proposing one or more amendments to the constitution to impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, to limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and to limit the terms of office of federal officials and members of Congress. A JOINT RESOLUTION applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for the limited purpose of proposing one or more amendments to the constitution to impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, to limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and to limit the terms of office of federal officials and members of Congress. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SJR57 Proposing a constitutional amendment prohibiting the use of state funds to pay for the obligations of a local public retirement system. SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment prohibiting the use of state funds to pay for the obligations of a local public retirement system. Dead
SB2779 Relating to the allocation and use of certain hotel occupancy tax revenues. AN ACT relating to the allocation and use of certain hotel occupancy tax revenues. Dead
HJR5 Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of funds to support the capital needs of educational programs offered by the Texas State Technical College System and removing that system and its campuses from the annual appropriation of certain constitutionally dedicated funding for public institutions of higher education. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of funds to support the capital needs of educational programs offered by the Texas State Technical College System and removing that system and its campuses from the annual appropriation of certain constitutionally dedicated funding for public institutions of higher education. Dead
SR506 Recognizing May 2025 as Jewish American Heritage Month. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize May 2025 as Jewish American Heritage Month. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SJR18 Proposing a constitutional amendment prohibiting the imposition of a tax on the realized or unrealized capital gains of an individual, family, estate, or trust. SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment prohibiting the imposition of a tax on the realized or unrealized capital gains of an individual, family, estate, or trust. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB28 Relating to a lottery game played or facilitated for play by telephone or through an Internet or mobile Internet application; creating criminal offenses. AN ACT relating to a lottery game played or facilitated for play by telephone or through an Internet or mobile Internet application; creating criminal offenses. Dead
SB2 Relating to the establishment of an education savings account program. AN ACT relating to the establishment of an education savings account program. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1754 Relating to the authority of a taxing unit to enter into an agreement to exempt from ad valorem taxation a portion of the value of property on which a renewable energy facility is located or is planned to be located. AN ACT relating to the authority of a taxing unit to enter into an agreement to exempt from ad valorem taxation a portion of the value of property on which a renewable energy facility is located or is planned to be located. Dead
SB1756 Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use certain tax revenue for hotel and convention center projects and other qualified projects. AN ACT relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use certain tax revenue for hotel and convention center projects and other qualified projects. Dead
SB39 Relating to civil liability of a commercial motor vehicle owner or operator. AN ACT relating to civil liability of a commercial motor vehicle owner or operator. Dead
SB1573 Relating to a limitation on the use of certain unsubstantiated information relating to peace officer misconduct. AN ACT relating to a limitation on the use of certain unsubstantiated information relating to peace officer misconduct. Dead
SB1199 Relating to the investigation of the death of a prisoner in county jail. AN ACT relating to the investigation of the death of a prisoner in county jail. Dead
SR465 Recognizing April 29, 2025 as Donate Life Texas Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize April 29, 2025, as Donate Life Texas Day and commend all who are working to promote organ, eye, and tissue donation and all who have already registered as donors in the Lone Star State Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR453 In memory of Stanley C. Parker of Waco. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Stanley C. Parker Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR446 Recognizing the Eleventh Court of Appeals on the occasion of the court's centennial. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the distinguished justices and staff who have served on the Eleventh Court of Appeals during its 100 years of existence and honor the court's dedication to the administration of jurisprudence in the State of Texas Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SJR54 Applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for the limited purpose of proposing one or more amendments to the constitution to impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, to limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and to limit the terms of office of federal officials and members of Congress. A JOINT RESOLUTION applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for the limited purpose of proposing one or more amendments to the constitution to impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, to limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and to limit the terms of office of federal officials and members of Congress. Dead
SJR68 Proposing a constitutional amendment to clarify and implement certain provisions governing the impeachment, trial, removal from office, and disqualification of public officers. SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment to clarify and implement certain provisions governing the impeachment, trial, removal from office, and disqualification of public officers. Dead
SB2051 Relating to the impeachment or removal from office of certain public officers, including procedures governing the impeachment, trial on impeachment, and disqualification of state officers, and to the grounds for which certain public officers may be removed from office. AN ACT relating to the impeachment or removal from office of certain public officers, including procedures governing the impeachment, trial on impeachment, and disqualification of state officers, and to the grounds for which certain public officers may be removed from office. Dead
SJR39 Proposing a constitutional amendment to allow the legislature to override a veto of the governor following a regular session of the legislature. SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment to allow the legislature to override a veto of the governor following a regular session of the legislature. Dead
SB878 Relating to limitations on the use of public money under certain economic development agreements or programs adopted by certain political subdivisions. AN ACT relating to limitations on the use of public money under certain economic development agreements or programs adopted by certain political subdivisions. Dead
SB819 Relating to renewable energy generation facilities; authorizing fees. AN ACT relating to renewable energy generation facilities; authorizing fees. Dead
SR416 Recognizing the intern cohort of Dean Senator Zaffirini for their service during the 89th Legislative Session. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the members of Dean Senator Zaffirini's spring 2025 intern cohort for their valuable contributions to the Texas Senate and the office of Dean Senator Zaffirini and extend to them best wishes for continued success in their future endeavors Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR421 Recognizing Blue Branch Historic Ranch and Anxiety Solutions of America for their service on behalf of veterans and first responders. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the founders, staff members, and all who support the efforts of Blue Branch Historic Ranch and extend to all best wishes for continued success in their important work Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1195 Relating to the procedures for removing names from the central registry of child abuse and neglect. AN ACT relating to the procedures for removing names from the central registry of child abuse and neglect. Dead
SB1196 Relating to the procedures and notice required before an individual's name is added to the central child abuse or neglect registry. AN ACT relating to the procedures and notice required before an individual's name is added to the central child abuse or neglect registry. Dead
SB26 Relating to public education, including the rights and compensation of public school educators and funding for teacher compensation under the Foundation School Program. AN ACT relating to public education, including the rights and compensation of public school educators and funding for teacher compensation under the Foundation School Program. Dead
SCR24 Expressing support for the strengthening of our partnership with Israel and for the creation of a Texas Trade and Investment Office in Israel. That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby reaffirm the enduring bond between Texas and Israel and express its continued support for expanding economic, educational, and cultural ties between the two regions Dead
SR374 In memory of Clyde Vance Dunnam of Waco. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Clyde Vance Dunnam and extend sincere sympathy to the members of his family: to his wife, Merrilee L. Harmon Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2202 Relating to the trafficking of a firearm to a foreign terrorist organization and to the unlawful transfer of firearms between this state and the United Mexican States; creating a criminal offense. AN ACT relating to the trafficking of a firearm to a foreign terrorist organization and to the unlawful transfer of firearms between this state and the United Mexican States; creating a criminal offense. Dead
SB2783 Relating to the authority of a property owners' association to regulate the display of certain flags. AN ACT relating to the authority of a property owners' association to regulate the display of certain flags. Dead
SB2780 Relating to the recovery of a gas utility's gross plant placed in service not yet being recovered in rates. AN ACT relating to the recovery of a gas utility's gross plant placed in service not yet being recovered in rates. Dead
SR352 Recognizing April 2, 2025, as Texas Food Bank Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the staff and volunteers of Feeding Texas for working to end hunger and improve health for all Texans and extend best wishes to all for a memorable Texas Food Bank Day at the Capitol Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR311 Recognizing March 27, 2025, as CASA Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 27, 2025, as CASA Day at the State Capitol and commend the organization for its diligent efforts to aid abused and neglected children in the State of Texas Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR330 Recognizing Tim Lee on the occasion of his 21st anniversary working with the Texas Legislature. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby congratulate Tim Lee on his 21st anniversary of working with the Texas Legislature and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success in his important work Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR329 Recognizing March 26, 2025, as REALTOR Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 26, 2025, as REALTOR Day at the State Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the visiting delegation Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR306 Recognizing March 19, 2025, as Texas Small Business Development Center Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 19, 2025, as Texas Small Business Development Center Day and extend to all those associated with the Texas Small Business Development Center Network sincere best wishes for a memorable and enjoyable celebration Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2205 Relating to the revocation of a driver's license for failure to pay a civil penalty imposed by the Texas Ethics Commission. AN ACT relating to the revocation of a driver's license for failure to pay a civil penalty imposed by the Texas Ethics Commission. Dead
SR305 In memory of Jill Diane Warrington Glover. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Jill Diane Warrington Glover and extend heartfelt sympathy to the members of her family: to her husband, Curtis Glover Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR286 Recognizing March 19, 2025, as Hill County Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the people of Hill County on their many contributions to the Lone Star State and extend to all best wishes for a memorable Hill County Day at the Capitol Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR280 Recognizing March 19, 2025, as Waco Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 19, 2025, as Waco Day at the Capitol and extend to the people of Waco best wishes for a memorable 175th anniversary celebration Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR261 Recognizing March 19, 2025, as Ellis County Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby express appreciation to the people of Ellis County for their contributions to the state and extend best wishes to them for a celebratory Ellis County Day at the State Capitol Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR265 Recognizing March 21, 2025, as World Down Syndrome Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 21, 2025, as World Down Syndrome Day at the State Capitol. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR271 Recognizing March 17, 2025, as Profound Autism Awareness Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 17, 2025, as Profound Autism Awareness Day and encourage Texans to learn more about profound autism. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB2049 Relating to the establishment of the Quad-Agency Child Care Initiative and the Quad-Agency Child Care Initiative Commission. AN ACT relating to the establishment of the Quad-Agency Child Care Initiative and the Quad-Agency Child Care Initiative Commission. Dead
SB1755 Relating to the facility or location at which public school prekindergarten classes may be provided in partnership with a private entity. AN ACT relating to the facility or location at which public school prekindergarten classes may be provided in partnership with a private entity. Dead
SR258 In memory of U.S. Congressman Sylvester Turner of Houston. That the Senate of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby honor the memory of Congressman Sylvester Turner and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his daughter, Ashley Turner Captain, and her husband, Jimmie Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR242 Recognizing March 16-22, 2025, as National Surveyors Week. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 16-22, 2025, as National Surveyors Week and extend to all those associated with the industry sincere best wishes for continued success. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SB1572 Relating to the operation of vehicles transporting steel; authorizing a fee. AN ACT relating to the operation of vehicles transporting steel; authorizing a fee. Dead
SB1570 Relating to the creation of the Tarleton State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. AN ACT relating to the creation of the Tarleton State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dead
SB1571 Relating to disclosure under the public information law of certain contact information of a notary public that is maintained by the secretary of state. AN ACT relating to disclosure under the public information law of certain contact information of a notary public that is maintained by the secretary of state. Dead
SB1397 Relating to the creation of an additional judicial district in Ellis County. AN ACT relating to the creation of an additional judicial district in Ellis County. Dead
SR201 In memory of William A. Lawson of Houston. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of the Reverend William A. Lawson and extend sincere condolences to all who mourn his passing Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR180 Recognizing March 4, 2025, as Nurse Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize March 4, 2025, as Nurse Day at the State Capitol and commend all nurses for their invaluable service to the Lone Star State. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SJR53 Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to designate subjects for legislation during a special session. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to designate subjects for legislation during a special session. Dead
SR175 Recognizing February 2025 as Black History Month. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize February 2025 as Black History Month and encourage all citizens to learn more about the history and accomplishments of African Americans in the Lone Star State. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR169 Recognizing the participants, organizers, and sponsors of A Smokey Initiative BBQ Cook-Off. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the participants, organizers, and sponsors of A Smokey Initiative BBQ Cook-Off and extend best wishes to all for a successful and memorable event Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR152 Recognizing February 26, 2025, as Orange and Maroon Legislative Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize February 26, 2025, as Orange and Maroon Legislative Day and commend students and alumni from The University of Texas at Austin and Texas A&amp Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR140 Recognizing A Girl and A Gun Waco Chapter on the occasion of its 14th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the Waco Chapter members of A Girl and A Gun for their commitment to empowering women and promoting firearms safety and proficiency and extend to all best wishes for continued success Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR141 Recognizing February 25, 2025, as Baylor Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Baylor University on its commitment to educating future leaders and extend to the university's students, faculty, and staff best wishes for a memorable and rewarding Baylor Day at the State Capitol Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR142 Recognizing Baylor University's Bob Bullock Scholars Program. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to Baylor University's Bob Bullock Scholars Program and commend this year's scholars on their participation in the state's legislative process Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR105 Recognizing Tarleton State University on the occasion of its 125th anniversary. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the administrators, faculty, and staff of Tarleton State University for their invaluable contributions to higher education in the Lone Star State and extend to all best wishes for a memorable 125th anniversary celebration Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR102 Recognizing the members of the Alamo Letter Society for their commitment to preserving a vital part of the state's historic struggle. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the members of the Alamo Letter Society for their commitment to preserving a vital part of the state's historic struggle for independence from Mexico, and extend best wishes to all for a memorable plaque dedication ceremony at the Erath County Courthouse Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR98 Recognizing Senator Judith Zaffirini on the occasion of her birthday. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend Senator Judith Zaffirini, Dean of the Texas Senate, for her exceptional achievements on behalf of the citizens of this state and extend to her sincere appreciation and best wishes for a most enjoyable birthday celebration Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SJR41 Rescinding the automatic rescission of certain applications made by the Texas Legislature to the United States Congress to call a national convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for proposing any amendment to that constitution. A JOINT RESOLUTION rescinding the automatic rescission of certain applications made by the Texas Legislature to the United States Congress to call a national convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for proposing any amendment to that constitution. Dead
SB873 Relating to the subject matter jurisdiction of the criminal trial courts of this state over certain criminal actions. AN ACT relating to the subject matter jurisdiction of the criminal trial courts of this state over certain criminal actions. Dead
SB874 Relating to the eligibility of a person convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude to serve in certain roles at a charter holder or an open-enrollment charter school. AN ACT relating to the eligibility of a person convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude to serve in certain roles at a charter holder or an open-enrollment charter school. Dead
SJR42 Proposing a constitutional amendment regarding the time during which the legislature may act on bills or resolutions during a regular session. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment regarding the time during which the legislature may act on bills or resolutions during a regular session. Dead
SJR38 Proposing a constitutional amendment to limit the authority of the governor to veto a bill passed by both houses of the Texas Legislature with a vote of at least two-thirds of the members of each house. A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment to limit the authority of the governor to veto a bill passed by both houses of the Texas Legislature with a vote of at least two-thirds of the members of each house. Dead
SR45 Recognizing February 10 and 11, 2025, as Tarrant County Days. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby join in celebrating February 10 and 11, 2025, as Tarrant County Days at the Capitol and extend to the visiting delegation sincere best wishes for a productive and enjoyable visit to Austin Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR70 Recognizing February 11, 2025, as Texas State Technical College Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the students, administrators, and faculty of Texas State Technical College on their outstanding commitment to excellence in higher education and extend to all best wishes for a memorable and rewarding visit to the State Capitol Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR66 Recognizing February 11, 2025, as University of Houston Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize February 11, 2025, as University of Houston Day at the State Capitol and extend to all participants sincere best wishes for an informative and enjoyable visit. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR28 Recognizing February 6, 2025 as Hood County Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the citizens of Hood County on their many contributions to the prosperity of the Lone Star State and extend to all best wishes for a successful and memorable Hood County Day Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR25 Recognizing the Impact Center of Arlington on the occasion of their reopening. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize the Impact Center of Arlington on the occasion of its grand reopening and extend to all in attendance best wishes for a memorable event and for continued success in their meaningful work Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR20 Recognizing February 4, 2025 as Texas Energy Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby commend the members of the Texas energy industry and all who have contributed to the state's thriving oil and natural gas industry and extend to them best wishes for a rewarding Texas Energy Day at the Capitol Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR14 In memory of Jesus "Jesse" Vargas of Brazoria County. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the memory of Jesus "Jesse" Vargas and extend deepest condolences to all those who mourn his passing: to his wife, Digna Emerita Bonilla Signed/Enacted/Adopted
SR17 Recognizing January 28, 2025, as Sexual Assault Survivors Day. That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby recognize January 28, 2025, as Sexual Assault Survivors Day at the State Capitol. Signed/Enacted/Adopted
Bill Bill Name Motion Vote Date Vote
SB293 Relating to the discipline of judges by the State Commission on Judicial Conduct, notice of certain reprimands, judicial compensation and related retirement benefits, and the reporting of certain judicial transparency information; authorizing an administrative penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/02/2025 Yea
SB293 Relating to the discipline of judges by the State Commission on Judicial Conduct, notice of certain reprimands, judicial compensation and related retirement benefits, and the reporting of certain judicial transparency information; authorizing an administrative penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/02/2025 Yea
SB293 Relating to the discipline of judges by the State Commission on Judicial Conduct, notice of certain reprimands, judicial compensation and related retirement benefits, and the reporting of certain judicial transparency information; authorizing an administrative penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/02/2025 Yea
HCR171 Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 46. Adopted 06/02/2025 Yea
HCR171 Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 46. Adopted 06/02/2025 Yea
HCR172 Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 441. Adopted 06/02/2025 Yea
HB493 Relating to ineligibility to serve as a poll watcher. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB493 Relating to ineligibility to serve as a poll watcher. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB268 Relating to the procedure for certain complaints against health care practitioners. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Nay
SB268 Relating to the procedure for certain complaints against health care practitioners. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Nay
SB650 Relating to requiring the use of electronically readable information to verify a purchaser's age in the retail sale of alcoholic beverages. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB2516 Relating to the eligibility of certain individuals younger than 65 years of age to purchase Medicare supplement benefit plans. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB2516 Relating to the eligibility of certain individuals younger than 65 years of age to purchase Medicare supplement benefit plans. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB2885 Relating to allowing the governing bodies of certain political subdivisions to call for a local option election relating to the sale of alcoholic beverages. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB2885 Relating to allowing the governing bodies of certain political subdivisions to call for a local option election relating to the sale of alcoholic beverages. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB2885 Relating to allowing the governing bodies of certain political subdivisions to call for a local option election relating to the sale of alcoholic beverages. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB2963 Relating to diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of certain digital electronic equipment. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB2963 Relating to diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of certain digital electronic equipment. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB2963 Relating to diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of certain digital electronic equipment. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB1610 Relating to sexually violent predators, to the Texas Civil Commitment Office, and to the prosecution of the offense of harassment by sexually violent predators and other persons confined in certain facilities; amending certain sex offender registration requirements; increasing criminal penalties. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB1610 Relating to sexually violent predators, to the Texas Civil Commitment Office, and to the prosecution of the offense of harassment by sexually violent predators and other persons confined in certain facilities; amending certain sex offender registration requirements; increasing criminal penalties. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB1610 Relating to sexually violent predators, to the Texas Civil Commitment Office, and to the prosecution of the offense of harassment by sexually violent predators and other persons confined in certain facilities; amending certain sex offender registration requirements; increasing criminal penalties. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB1637 Relating to the prosecution of the offense of deadly conduct. Senate concurs in House amendment(s) 06/01/2025 Yea
SB1660 Relating to the retention and preservation of toxicological evidence of certain intoxication offenses. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB1660 Relating to the retention and preservation of toxicological evidence of certain intoxication offenses. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB3642 Relating to the designation of portions of the state highway system as memorial highways, to certain memorial markers on certain highways, and to the installation of highway signs for certain cultural attractions. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB3642 Relating to the designation of portions of the state highway system as memorial highways, to certain memorial markers on certain highways, and to the installation of highway signs for certain cultural attractions. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB3642 Relating to the designation of portions of the state highway system as memorial highways, to certain memorial markers on certain highways, and to the installation of highway signs for certain cultural attractions. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB145 Relating to risk mitigation planning and associated liability for providers of electric service; providing an administrative penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB145 Relating to risk mitigation planning and associated liability for providers of electric service; providing an administrative penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2024 Relating to a prohibition on marketing, advertising, offering for sale, or selling certain e-cigarette products; increasing a criminal penalty; creating a criminal offense. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2024 Relating to a prohibition on marketing, advertising, offering for sale, or selling certain e-cigarette products; increasing a criminal penalty; creating a criminal offense. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2217 Relating to certain election practices and procedures. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2217 Relating to certain election practices and procedures. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB119 Relating to the registration as a lobbyist of persons who engage in certain lobbying activities on behalf of a foreign adversary and to prohibitions on the receipt of compensation related to those lobbying activities; providing a civil penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB46 Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis under and the administration of the Texas Compassionate-Use Program; requiring registration. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2753 Relating to the integration of early voting by personal appearance and election day voting, including the manner in which election returns are processed and other related changes. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2753 Relating to the integration of early voting by personal appearance and election day voting, including the manner in which election returns are processed and other related changes. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB1545 Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB1545 Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2900 Relating to certain advisory entities and work groups under the jurisdiction of the comptroller of public accounts or on which the comptroller's office is represented and to the repeal or redesignation of certain of those entities. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2900 Relating to certain advisory entities and work groups under the jurisdiction of the comptroller of public accounts or on which the comptroller's office is represented and to the repeal or redesignation of certain of those entities. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2972 Relating to expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2972 Relating to expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2972 Relating to expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
SB2972 Relating to expressive activities at public institutions of higher education. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB40 Relating to the business court. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HB40 Relating to the business court. Senate adopts conference committee report 06/01/2025 Yea
HCR146 Directing the governor of the State of Texas to award the Texas Legislative Medal of Honor to U.S. Army veteran Rickey Dudley Wittner. Adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
HCR148 Designating Bridge City as the official Corn Dog Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035. Adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
HCR149 Directing the governor of the State of Texas to posthumously award the Texas Legislative Medal of Honor to U.S. Navy SEAL Nathan Gage Ingram of Roanoke. Adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
HCR155 Designating San Antonio as Military City Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035. Adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
HCR157 Designating Rockport as the official Redfish Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035. Adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
HCR157 Designating Rockport as the official Redfish Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035. Adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
SR702 Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 3642. Read & adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
SR708 Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on S.B. No. 2972. Read & adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
SR706 Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 650. Read & adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
SR713 Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 40. Read & adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
SCR55 Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1964. Adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
SR718 Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 46. Read & adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
SCR56 Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house of representatives to make corrections in H.B. No. 46. Adopted 06/01/2025 Yea
SB260 Relating to the school safety allotment under the Foundation School Program. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB260 Relating to the school safety allotment under the Foundation School Program. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
HB705 Relating to the Cosmetology Licensure Compact; authorizing fees. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
SB331 Relating to the disclosure of health care cost information by certain health care facilities; imposing an administrative penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB331 Relating to the disclosure of health care cost information by certain health care facilities; imposing an administrative penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB379 Relating to prohibiting the purchase of sweetened drinks and candy under the supplemental nutrition assistance program. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB457 Relating to the regulation of certain nursing facilities, including licensing requirements and Medicaid participation and reimbursement requirements. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB457 Relating to the regulation of certain nursing facilities, including licensing requirements and Medicaid participation and reimbursement requirements. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB457 Relating to the regulation of certain nursing facilities, including licensing requirements and Medicaid participation and reimbursement requirements. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB447 Relating to authorizing certain municipalities to change the date on which their general election for officers is held. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB447 Relating to authorizing certain municipalities to change the date on which their general election for officers is held. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB441 Relating to criminal and civil liability related to sexually explicit media and artificial intimate visual material; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
SB568 Relating to special education in public schools, including funding for special education under the Foundation School Program. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
SB568 Relating to special education in public schools, including funding for special education under the Foundation School Program. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
SB763 Relating to standard permits for certain concrete plants. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB763 Relating to standard permits for certain concrete plants. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB763 Relating to standard permits for certain concrete plants. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1 General Appropriations Bill. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1 General Appropriations Bill. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1 General Appropriations Bill. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
HB2017 Relating to increasing the criminal penalty and changing the eligibility for community supervision, mandatory supervision, and parole for certain persons convicted of intoxication manslaughter. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
HB2067 Relating to declination, cancellation, or nonrenewal of insurance policies. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
HB2067 Relating to declination, cancellation, or nonrenewal of insurance policies. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB13 Relating to a school district's library materials and catalog, the establishment of local school library advisory councils, and parental rights regarding public school library catalogs and access by the parent's child to library materials. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB13 Relating to a school district's library materials and catalog, the establishment of local school library advisory councils, and parental rights regarding public school library catalogs and access by the parent's child to library materials. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
SB13 Relating to a school district's library materials and catalog, the establishment of local school library advisory councils, and parental rights regarding public school library catalogs and access by the parent's child to library materials. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1405 Relating to increasing access to and reducing taxation of Internet services. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
HB3071 Relating to cancellation of certain solid waste disposal permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
HB3071 Relating to cancellation of certain solid waste disposal permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1494 Relating to the authority of certain political subdivisions to change the date of their general elections. Senate concurs in House amendment(s) 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1494 Relating to the authority of certain political subdivisions to change the date of their general elections. Senate concurs in House amendment(s) 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1540 Relating to maintaining the confidentiality of the personal information of election officials and their employees. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1540 Relating to maintaining the confidentiality of the personal information of election officials and their employees. Rules suspended 05/31/2025 Yea
SB12 Relating to parental rights in public education, to certain public school requirements and prohibitions regarding instruction, diversity, equity, and inclusion duties, and social transitioning, and to student clubs at public schools. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB12 Relating to parental rights in public education, to certain public school requirements and prohibitions regarding instruction, diversity, equity, and inclusion duties, and social transitioning, and to student clubs at public schools. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1566 Relating to connection of utilities by certain entities in certain subdivisions formerly located in a municipality's extraterritorial jurisdiction. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
SB1566 Relating to connection of utilities by certain entities in certain subdivisions formerly located in a municipality's extraterritorial jurisdiction. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
HB3372 Relating to prohibiting certain personal services performed by school district administrators; providing a civil penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
HB3372 Relating to prohibiting certain personal services performed by school district administrators; providing a civil penalty. Senate adopts conference committee report 05/31/2025 Yea
  Committee Position Rank
Detail Texas Senate Border Security Committee Chair 1
Detail Texas Senate Natural Resources Committee Chair 1
Detail Texas Senate Nominations Committee 4
Detail Texas Senate State Affairs Committee 4
Detail Texas Senate Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee 2
State District Chamber Party Status Start Date End Date
TX District 22 Senate Republican In Office 07/02/2010