UNKNOWN SPEAKER: 30 House will come to order. House will come to order. Members, please register. Have all members registered? Have all members registered? Quorum is present. Members, please rise for the invocation. Chair recognizes Representative Chisum.

REP. WARREN CHISUM: Thank you Mr. Speaker, members. We have today Kent Jennings as the Associate Pastor at Hyde Park Baptist church has come, and he is also my Sunday school teacher while I'm here in town, so welcome Kent Jennings.

PASTOR OF THE DAY: Thank you very much. Let's pray together. Our Holy Father, we thank you for this day. And, Lord, as we gather today with these fine people and begin a day of business, a day of service for the State of Texas. As we stand in this in this powerful place of government, and as we reflect on the sobering responsibility of these men and women, may we pause and take this moment to acknowledge and praise your greatness and majesty above all. In this moment, Lord, we acknowledge your love and your desire to provide us your very best. We admit that without your wisdom we will likely make choices today that will lead us to disappointment. In our prayer this morning we begin by pleading for your wisdom and direction in every decision and action we take today. May each member in this assembly rely on your wisdom to make 30 very difficult choices facing 30 day. I pray that each member today exhibit 30 courage to listen to your leadership. I pray that each member love you enough to obey you. I pray that each member model 30 characteristics of Christ-like love to each other and, at 30 end of this day may 30 Lord say regarding each of us: He did right in the eyes of the Lord. Father, we are blessed to have men and women of leadership gather here today who take seriously 30 heavy responsibility of leadership in our state. Will you bless them and their families and grant them your favor in the days ahead? In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Mr. Huberty, Mr. Miller. Chair recognizes Mr. Miller to lead us in the Pledge to the flags.

REP. SID MILLER: Mr. Speaker, members guests, please join me as we salute our nation's flag. (Pledge)

REP. SID MILLER: Now our State flag. (Pledge)

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Chair will hear excuses for absent members. Please excuse Representative Charles Schwertner for business in the district on the motion of representative price. Excuse representative Ritter (?) to attend the funeral on the motion of Representative Hobson. Is there objection? Chair hears none. Chair recognizes Representative Howard.

REP. DONNA HOWARD: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Members, we are fortunate again to have a doctor of the day with us to help make sure we're healthy and well while we're here. Dr. Wayne Bockman is a family practitioner here in town. He's going to be helping our nurse, Tim Flynn, to make sure we're all healthy today. And one of the things I want to mention, too, is as a family practice physician it's very important that we have residencies in the State of Texas to keep good people like this here in our state. So we're fortunate here to have him here today. Please welcome Dr. Bockman.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: 30 chair recognizes Representative Lozano for a resolution.

REP. JOSE MANUEL LOZANO: Mr. Speaker and members, I move to suspend all necessary rules to take up and consider HR 331, which is to honor Kingsville and Kingsville Day.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you've heard 30 motion. Is there objection? Chair hears none. Chair lays out30 resolution No. 331. 30 Clerk will read 30 resolution.

THE CLERK: HR 331.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Ms. Thompson for what purpose.

REP. SENFRONIA THOMPSON: Mr. Speaker, can we ask 30 presiding speaker to speak English, please?

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: I have a translator but he's laying out a resolution.

THE CLERK: HR 331 by Lozano. Whereas proud citizens of Kingsville are gathering in Austin on February 9th, 2011, to celebrate at the 30 state capital. And whereas founded on Independence Day, 1905, Kingsville is a home to the world famous King Ranch, which developed 30 cattle breed and has long been a predominant supplier of Quarterhorses. Moreover, 30 ranch is the home of a Triple Crown winner and has been a leader in agriculture for more than 150 years and continues to be one of the largest oil and gas producers in the state. And whereas it is an important center of higher education in south Texas since 1925, Texas A&M University Kingsville includes the College of Engineering, 30 Louis Levert College of Agriculture, the Caesar Cleever Wildlife Research Institute and 30 Texas A&M Health Science Center. The college of Pharmacy, 30 University of Football Championships and has recently been recognized for its excellent environmental engineering program, fine Arts Program, School of Education and Wildlife Society. 30 fine institution's enrollment increased by more than 12 percent in the fall of 2010 and has opened a new dormitory and recreation center. With construction on two or more residence halls and a new dining facility already underway. And whereas Naval Air Station Kingsville features a premier undergraduate pilot training facility in the United States, which prepares U.S. Navy and Marine Corp. for their key role in national defense. Within 30 past two years the base has had an Army Reserve Medic, an evacuation unit and an Armed Forces Reserve center. Moreover, construction has begun in this facility to be used by a Boarder Patrol station in the area. And Kingsville, along with the rest of the county and neighboring Kennedy County is a place of diversified industries thanks to the presidents of companies producing oil, gas, nuclear, wind and solar power, the area's economy has continued to grow resulting in new jobs and an improved quality of life for residents. Among 30 Kingsville business that are presently expanding and employment offering are 30 Texas Cementing Services and ProKoe, Inc. And whereas the City of Kingsville is a region center for health care with an outstanding medical facility, 30 Christas Hospital, Kingsville. And whereas the hard working citizens of Kingsville are building a long tradition of progressive development and their achievements are deserving of special recognition. Now therefore be it resolved that the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby recognize February 9th, 2011, as Kingsville Day at 30 State Capitol and extend to the visiting delegations sincere best wishes for a memorable stay in Austin.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Chair recognizes Representative Lozano.

REP. JOSE MANUEL LOZANO: Members, thank you very much. Today I'm proud to honor 30 city of Kingsville and Kingsville Day for its tremendous accomplishments in this last century. Today we have members with Kingsville the leadership class, members with the Kingsville business community. And behind 30 podium today, behind 30 Speakers' chair, we have 30 president of Texas A&M University, Kingsville. The Claiborne County cook. Karen Griffith, with Kingsville Independent School District, City Commissioner with the City of Kingsville, and Alice Byers, the Executive Director of the Kingsville Chamber of Commerce. I'm proud, today, to be a part of Kingsville, my home. It is home to the King Ranch, as many of y'all know. It's not only oil and gas and ranching, it is -- it once had a Triple Crown winner, a thoroughbred. It has interest in turf grass, pecan operations. As you know, there's -- they've got a partnership with Ford Motor Company with 30 King Ranch Edition vehicles. We have Texas A&M, Kingsville, which has grown by 12 percent, far exceeding 30 annual growth rate averages of universities. We are home to the hospital which provides excellent health care to its community, and 30 Naval Air Station, Kingsville, which trains our Navy's pilots, which go on to land on carriers and defend our country. Members, I ask you to please join me in welcoming Kingsville in the galley and behind me today with a warm round of applause. (Applause.)

REP. JOSE MANUEL LOZANO: Thank you very much, members. I move adoption.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you've heard 30 motion. Is there objection? Chair hears none. So ordered. Chair recognizes Representative Margo.

REP. DEE MARGO: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Members, I move to suspend all necessary rules and take up and consider House Resolution 210 honoring José Cardenez of El Paso.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you've heard 30 motion. Is there objection? Chair hears none. Chair lays out 30 resolution 210.

THE CLERK: HR 210 by Margo. Commending José Cardenez of El Paso for his distinguished service on the Texas Board of Professional Engineers.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Chair recognizes Representative Margo.

REP. DEE MARGO: I move adoption.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members -- Members, you've heard 30 motion. Is there objection? Chair hears none. So ordered. Chair recognizes Representative Miller.

REP. SID MILLER: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend all rules and take up and consider HR 23064.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you've heard 30 motion. Chair lays out House Resolution 264.

REP. SID MILLER: 30 --

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Is there any objection? Chair hears none. 30 Clerk will read House Resolution 264.

THE CLERK: HR 264 by Miller of Comall. Whereas members of the Texas Aggregates and Concrete Association are gathering in Austin for the day at 30 State Capitol, February 9th, 2011. Whereas the Texas Aggregate and Concrete Association was created in 1974 when 30 Texas Ready Mix Concrete 30 Associate -- and the Texas Aggregate Associations were united. And whereas in 30 year since TACA has grown to 200 member companies throughout Texas including 75 percent of the concrete business owners, 100 percent of the cement companies and percent of the aggregate firms. Whereas aggregate, concrete, cement and related industries generate billions of dollars in business and employ thousands of Texas, as part of the commission TACA advocate for sustainable funding levels in state sectors that impact its members, thereby helping to promote economic development and job creation in the Lone Star State. Now therefore be it resolved that the Texas House of Representatives of the 82nd Legislature hereby welcome the Texas Aggregates and Concrete Association to the State Capitol and extend to the visiting deligation sincere best wishes for a meaningful day in Austin. And be it further resolved that an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the association as an expression of high regard by 30 Texas House of Representatives.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: 30 chair recognizes Representative Miller.

REP. SID MILLER: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. We have some folks with us from Talk of the Day, 30 Texas Aggregate and Concrete Association. This industry is a five billion dollar industry to our state. It employs literally hundreds of thousands, probably, constituents that are affected in every one of our districts. It's, you know -- In times when we have unemployment rates that we do today 30 construction industry employs 15 percent of all Texans, and the materials that are created by this -- by these companies, you know, that are part of 30 Texas Aggregate and Concrete Association are what is keeping Texas employed. And also, you know, with a growing state like we've got, these folks are very committed to environmental needs. And, in fact, environmental from the standpoint that those buildings that are built from concrete materials can be 40 percent more energy efficient than those buildings made with other products. And so, with that, I would move passage, Mr. Speaker.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you've heard 30 motion. Is there objection? 30 Chair hears none. So ordered.

REP. SID MILLER: Mr. Speaker, I would like to -- I think we have some folks here from TACA. If we could get them to stand up and recognize them and thank them and all they do to support 30 construction and 30 growing industry in Texas. Thank y'all for coming. Thank you Mr. Speaker. Thank you members.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: 30 Chair recognizes Representative Geren for an important announcement.

REP. GEREN: Thank you, Mr. Speaker and members. Members, would you join me in congratulating Angie Chen Button on her birthday? (Applause.)

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Chair recognizes Representative Lucio.

REP. EDDIE LUCIO: Mr. Speaker, members, I move to suspend all necessary rules and take up and consider HR 285 which recognizes February 9th as Harlingen Day at 30 Capitol.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you've heard 30 motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. 30 Chair lays out Resolution number 285. 30 Clerk will read it in full.

THE CLERK: HR 285 by Lucio. Whereas 30 residents of Harlingen are 30 gathering in Austin on February 9, 2011, to celebrate Harlingen Day 30 State Capitol. And whereas for the time in 1904 when Mr. Hill chose this site alongside the St. Louis, Brownsville and Mexico Railway as 30 location for a new town. Harlingen was destined to become a crossroads of commerce. 30 first train passed through the rugged settlement that railroad workers called Rattlesnake Junction. Tales of Texas Rangers and Custom Patrol Agents taking target practice next to the rail depot gave Harlingen it's nickname, 30 six shooter junction. And between 1910 to the 1930s the trains brought thousands of Midwestern farmers to set up operations in Harlingen Magic Valley, where they found that they could grow two crops a year. And during World War II the city was home to Harlingen Army Air Field, a facility that grew into Harlingen Air Force Base. And whereas 30 base eventually became Valley International Airport, 30 largest airport in the Rio Grande Valley, which together with the cities in Mexico and 30 port to connect to international waterways, serve to further underscore the community's importance as 30 center for trade. And whereas 30 area's semitropical client, natural resources and friendly people make it a destination for travelers, including winter Texans and birdwatchers and other enthusiasts the communities attractions include 30 memorial 30 Heritage trail and the Historic Downtown District, the numerous sports fields and parks. And Harlingen developed into a regional medical hub with medical facilities that include Valley Baptist, Harlingen Medical Center. Moreover, 30 city has recently become the headquarters of the VA Texas Valley Heathcare Network, which contains a 16,000 square foot ambulatory and surgical facility. And whereas area of residents have long understood the importance of education. And 30 community is home to Texas Technical College, the Marine Military Academy and 30 Regional Academe center of the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. And whereas this thriving city of 70,000 people is served30 by Mayor Chris Boswell in conjunction with city commissioners, Robert A. Leftwich, Cory Mara, Jerry Scagg and Joey Trevino. And whereas a dynamic community that draws from the richest past and prepares for an exciting future, Harlingen has established itself as an outstanding place to live and work. We take great pride in the area's ongoing achievement. Now, therefore be it resolved that the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby recognize February 9th, 2011, as Harlingen Day at State Capital. And extend to the visiting delegations sincere best wishes for an enjoyable and memorable visit.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Chair recognizes Mr. Lucio.

REP. EDDIE LUCIO: Mr. Speaker, members; after am few remarks I'll move adoption. Today on the House floor we have a very distinguished delegation representing Harlingen at the Capitol. These men and women are leaders in our community and leaders of the Harlingen Chamber of Commerce. We have our mayor, Chris Boswell. Mayor, welcome. We have Commissioner Joey Trevino. We have Dean Le Fever, chairman of the Harlingen Chamber of Commerce, board of directors. And Chris Ann Zamponi, Executive Director of the Harlingen Chamber of Commerce. Members, please help me welcome this fine delegation from Harlingen. (Applause.)

REP. EDDIE LUCIO: 30 Harlingen Day delegation has been in Austin since yesterday meeting with state wide and commission officials advocating for programs and legislation in an effort to continue 30 solid growth and prosperity being experienced in the greater Harlingen area. I'd also like to recognize the rest of the Harlingen delegation who are seated in the gallery with Leadership Harlingen Program Participants. members of the 2010, 2011 Leadership Harlingen Program have been meeting with officials and gaining a firsthand look at state government and 30 legislative process. To my right, if everyone with the Harlingen deligation and Leadership Harlingen can please stand and be recognized? Thank you so much. Welcome to your Capitol. (Applause.)

REP. EDDIE LUCIO: Members, thank you for your timed today. I'd like to thank you for allowing me to welcome my great citizens from District 38. I move adoption.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you heard 30 motion.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Chair recognizes Representative Lewis.

REP. TRYON LEWIS: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Mr. Parliamentarian and members. I move to suspend all necessary rules to take up and consider House Resolution 339, which has to do with the New Bethlehem Baptist Church in Odessa.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you heard 30 motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Chair lays out HR 339. 30 Clerk will read 30 resolution.

THE CLERK: HR 339 by Louis. Congratulating Mr. Ray D. Hicks on his installation as Pastor of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Odessa.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Chair recognizes Representative Lewis.

REP. TRYON LEWIS: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Members, this resolution recognizes the new pastor of Bethlehem Baptist Church on his being installed as pastor this coming Sunday. Ray D. Hicks is former pastor here in Austin and is moving out to Odessa. We're glad to have him and move passage of the resolution.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you heard 30 motion. Is there any objection? 30 Chair hears none. Motion is adopted.

REP. TRYON LEWIS: Thank you Mr. Speaker.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Chair recognizes Representative McClendon.

REP. RUTH JONES McCLENDON: Mr. Speaker and members, I move to suspend all necessary rules to take up House Resolution No. 73.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you heard 30 motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Chair lays out HR 73. Read in full.

THE CLERK: HR 73 by McClendon. Whereas Clarence R. Williams is retiring as President and CEO of the San Antonio Area Foundation on December 31st, 2011. This will close more than a decade of outstanding service to the community. And was over 30 course of the ten years Reggie Williams has guided the foundation in fulfilling his mission to help donors in South Central Texas fulfill their goals of building partnerships of nonprofit organizations. Under his leadership the foundation had established scholarships instituting30 our environmental education programs and provided support to wounded veterans and senior citizens. And whereas after earning a Masters degree in education, Mr. Williams was commissioned as an officer to the U.S. Air Force, and is a graduate of the National Defense University Armed Forces South College and 30 Industrial College of Armed Forces. He retired from the Air Force at 30 rank of colonel and went on to work as the senior vice president of information systems operations at USAA insurance company. And whereas Mr. Williams has served the community as board president of the Rotary Club of San Antonio, chairman of the advisory board of the San Antonio United Negro College Fund and executive chair of USAA Volunteer corps, he has also been an given an adviser to the Board of Alec Austin Community Center and a member of the Compadres of San Antonio Mission, Christa Santa Rosa, 30 College of (inaudible), the United Way of San Antonio in Bexford county, among others. Whereas for many years Reggie Williams has been an inspiring mentor and civic leader in San Antonio earning 30 respect and admiration of countless individuals and his dedication, professionalism and deep compassion have greatly benefited the community. Now therefore be it resolved that the House of Representative of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby commend Clarence R. Williams on his exemplary service as president and CEO of the San Antonio area foundation and extend their best wishes for continued success. And be it further resolved that an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Williams as an expression of high regard by 30 Texas House of Representatives.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: 30 Chair recognizes Representative McClendon.

REP. RUTH JONES McCLENDON: Move adoption.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you heard 30 motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Motion is adopted. 30 chair recognizes Representative McClendon.

REP. RUTH JONES McCLENDON: Thank you Mr. Speaker and members. This resolution honors the former president and chief executive officer of the San Antonio Area Foundation, Retired Colonel Clarence Reggie Williams. Reggie led 30 Area Foundation, which is an nonprofit organization in fulfilling its mission helping donors achieve their charitable goals for the greater benefit of the community. Reggie really performed --

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Representative McClendon, hang on a second. Members, if you have any conversations, let's take them outside 30 rail. Sorry about that, Representative McClendon. Go ahead.

REP. RUTH JONES McCLENDON: Reggie performed admirably by developing partnerships between donors and non profit organization and served as a community liaison contributed to the development of facilities such as Haven for Hopes which houses roughly 1,600 homeless persons in need each night. His many contributions include serving as president of the San Antonio Rotary Club, which when he was president was largest Rotary Club in the world. He served as -- also as area governor. He also served as Chair of the advisory board of the San Antonio United Negro College Fund and 30 Executive Chair of the USAA Volunteer Corps. Mr. Williams is also a member of the board of Christa Santa Rosa, United Way in Bear County. And he is joined on the podium by his gracious wife that we affectionally call Buzz. He's also joined by his son, Bradley. And he's also -- with him is Richard and Tony Goldsmith. And Richard Goldsmith, who is a dear friend of mine, I have known him for more than 30 years, he is 30 founder of The Foundation. So please join me in welcoming Reggie and his family and his guests to the Texas House of Representatives. (Applause.)

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: 30 Chair recognizes representative --

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, I move to move to add old members names to 30 --

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you heard 30 motion. Is there any objection? 30 Chair hears none. So moved.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Chair recognizes Representative King for a visual display.

REP. KING: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I move to suspend all necessary rules to take up and consider House Resolution 296.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you heard 30 motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Chair lays out HR 296. 30 clerk will read in full.

THE CLERK: HR 296 by King of Taylor. Whereas the Sweetwater Jaycees are visiting 30 State Capitol on February 9th through 3011th, 2011 to share valuable lessons about one of the Lone Star State's misunderstood residents, 30 snake. And with each year Sweetwater Jaycees sponsor the world's largest rattlesnake round up, a three-day extravaganza originally conceived by a group of farmers plagued by an over population of rattlesnakes. And bring their show on the road, group members have come to Austin to offer their fellow Texans demonstrations, information and snake safety, and the even popular snake bedding exhibit. And whereas this informative event is always a favorite at the State capital and it is a pleasure to recognize the Sweetwater Jaycees for another unforgettable presentation. Therefore, be it resolved that the House of Representatives for the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby welcome Sweetwater Jaycees to the State capital and extend them to sincere best wishes for a memorable visit. And be it further resolved that an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the group as an expression of high regard from the Texas House of Representatives.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Chair recognizes Representative King.

REP. KING: Mr. Speaker, members; this is the a very important day for my district, District 71, which is Taylor and Owen county. Please, 30 Jaycees from Sweetwater, Texas; will you stand up and be recognized? Thank you very much. Thanks for being here. To my left I have Representative John Kuempel. In honor of his dad who we all knew and loved, he caused great havoc up at this podium when I would bring 30 snakes to the Capitol and cause a lot of trouble, and always wanted to get in the picture. So John, in honor of your dad, you can stand. We did honor Chairman Geren, did not bring 30 snakes on the floor but if you would like to go to the open air rotunda they are live and in color. You can learn about snake safety and all kinds of good things. Our governor was already there this morning holding a snake and holding court with all his staff and other people. So, thank you for being here and listening and please enjoy 30 snakes today. It's an economic development driver, it's a science issue. It's very important to my district. Move adoption. Chairman Kuempel, Do you want to say anything?

REP. JOHN KUEMPEL: No, thank you.

REP. KING: Move adoption.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Thank you. Members, you heave heard 30 motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Resolution is adopted. Representative Landtroop. Chair recognizes Representative Landtroop.

REP. JIM LANDTROOP: Thank you Mr. Speaker. Members, I move that we suspend all necessary rules to take up and consider HR No. 182.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you heard 30 motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Chair lays out HR 182. Read in full, please.

THE CLERK: HR 182 by Landtroop. Where citizens from Howard County are gathering in Austin to celebrate Howard County Day at the State capital on February 9th, 2011. There is, nestled between 30 Edwards plateaus, the scenic region of the Texas High Plains and the zone to the Big Spring and Sulfur Draw. The nearby town of Big Spring began as a settlement of buffalo hunters in the 1870s. And whereas in Howard County was organized in 1882 with Big Spring as the county 30 situated in the Texas and Pacific Railway. 30 town also became a shipping point for livestock and produce. 30 community was developed as a trading center with 30 arrival of the railroad in the early 1880s. While it was established at the height of the county's oil boom in the 1920s. During World War II Howard County became the site of the Big Spring Army Air Corps Bombardier School, which trained more than 5,000 men. And whereas today Howard County thrives as a center for the petroleum industry, Army and ranching and manufacturing, 30 county looks to the future of energy production with its four wind turbine farms and the expansion of the McMahon Wrinkle Airport. It's further contributing to the area's economy. And whereas 30 regional hub for healthcare and quality education Big Spring is home to veteran's hospitals, a state mental facility and a rehabilitation center; as well as Howard College and The Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf. And whereas visitors and residents enjoy the fine opportunity for recreation of 30 Big Spring State Park. And 30 region's colorful past is celebrated at the Heritage Museum and the Hangar 25 Air Museum. The ongoing redevelopment of Big Spring' newly created downtown further preserves the county's heritage. And whereas they are deeply devoted to their communities and to the land that shaped them 30 people take pride in all that they have accomplished over 30 years, knowing that the robust spirit of generation sis alive and well there. Now therefore be it resolved that the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby recognize February 9th, 2011 as Howard County Day at the State Capitol and extends to the visiting delegation sincere best wishes for a meaningful and memorable day in Austin.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Chair recognizes Representative Landtroop.

REP. JIM LANDTROOP: Thank you Mr. Speaker. We are here to up recognize February 9th, 2011, as Howard county day at 30 state capital. I would like to begin by recognizing on a dais behind me representatives from Howard County. Dr. Cheryl Sparks, Randy Johnson, Jody Reed, Rodney Bowmar, and Terry Hanson. Now Howard county was organized in 1882 and it got its name after Boney E. Howard, a United States Congressman from Texas. Back in 188130 construction of the Texas Pacific Railway spurred the growth of Big Spring, 30 county seat for Howard County, into a major trading center. Howard County is now a significant farming and oil producing area and is the location of one of the world's largest inland oil refineries, as well as an emerging leader in wind energy. Howard County was also home to Webb Air Force Base, where between 1951 and 1977 hundreds of foreign and over 10,000 U.S. Air Force pilots earned their wings, including our governor, Rick Perry. In addition to the citizens behind me we also have some citizens of Howard county in the south gallery. If you'll please stand as I ask the members to join me in welcoming these great citizens to their capitol on their day. (Applause.)

REP. JIM LANDTROOP: Mr. Speaker, I move adoption.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you heard 30 motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Resolution is now adopted. Representative Darby moves that all names be added. Is there any objection? 30 chair hears none. So added. chair recognizes Representative Hunter.

REP. TODD HUNTER: Mr. speaker, members; I move that we consider and bring up HR 125.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you heard 30 motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Chair lays out HR 125. Read it in full. 30 clerk will read in full.

THE CLERK: HR 125 by Hunter. Whereas proud residents are gathering in Austin to celebrate (inaudible) Day at 30 state capital on February 9th, 2011. This island was first inhabited Indians in the early 1800s. It was frequented by the famed buccaneer, Gene Laveet. The natural pass between 30 island and St. Joseph's Island was originally names (inaudible) and was later named (inaudible) Pass. And whereas in 1885 an English sheep and cattle rancher named Robert A. Mercer built a cabin on the island, at 30 site that later became 30 town. Alezue Harrison (inaudible) started a project to dig the channel across 30 island in 199. The community that grew around 30 new post office was called Grossville. In 1896 it was renamed Tarpon to highlight fine finishing. In 191130 town was official designated as Port Arances. And whereas since WWII 30 port has become one of the most popular resort destinations of the Texas Gulf Coast. 30 superb beaches of the state park draw campers, swimmers and surfers from across the Lone Star State. And 30 town's three lighted piers enable anglers to catch a diversity of fish, including Red Snapper, Shark, Sand Trout, Tuna and Bonito. And whereas Port Arances is also one of the top bird watching destinations in the nation. And 30 Birding Center, 30 Port Arances Wetlands Park and other nature centers afford fine opportunities to view local species such as Herons and Rosy Spoonbills as well as the annual migrations of Hummingbirds, Fly Catchers and Orioles. Whereas 30 rich variety of sea life that resides along the Gulf Coast can be appreciated at 30 University of Texas Marine Science Institute. Visitors also delight in the 30 many fine art galleries, shops, seafood restaurants and hotels, including the historic Tarpon Inn which has hosted such famous visitors as President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and movie star, Hedy Lamar. And was blessed with natural beauty and colorful history Port Arances is one of the jewels of the Lone Star State and its citizens may take pride in their heritage and ongoing achievement. Now therefore be it resolved that House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby recognize February 9th, 2011, as Port Arances Day at the State Capitol and extend to the visiting delegations sincere best wishes for a meaningful and memorable visit to Austin.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: 30 Chair recognizes Representative Hunter.

REP. TODD HUNTER: Thank you Mr. Speaker, members. And in the gallery, from the great city, y'all stand up, of Port Arances, our Port Arances delegation, our Mayor, City Manager, Chamber. Thank you. And Representatives Connie Scott, José Raul Torres and our new serving tropical Representatives Taylor and Hancock are here to support. There will be a Port Arances reception in the members extension -- in 30 extension from 2:00 to 7:00 today. I hope y'all will be there. Thanks. Move adoption Mr. Speaker.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you heard 30 motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Chair recognizes Representative Hunter.

REP. TODD HUNTER: And Mr. Speaker, members; also from Corpus Christi today we have our ABC Chapter. You guys stand up, with the Associated Builders and Contractors. Thanks for coming. (Applause.)

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, this is a memorial resolution. If you'll have your seats or take your conversations outside 30 rail. 30 Chair will recognize Representative Smith.

REP. SMITH: Mr. Speaker and members, I move that we consider and pick up HR 137.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you heard 30 motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Chair lays out HR 137 to be read in full.

THE CLERK: HR 137 by Smith. Whereas memories of a life filled with joyful times and dedicated service remain to comfort 30 family and friends of Richard Reese Winaker of Grapevine who passed away on August 25th, 2010 at 30 age of 54. And was barn in Tulsa, Oklahoma on August 2nd, 1956. Rich Winaker joined the Cub Scouts at the age of 8 beginning a lifetime affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America. He was an Eagle Scout and attained a rare level. As an adult. He volunteered countless hours as an assistant scout master, sharing his knowledge, humor and compassion with the boys of Troop 28 in Colleyville. And whereas in 1984 he married Sonja Lean Kirby, and their family grew to include sons Adam, Cory and Jacob. And whereas Mr. Winaker attended and was employed by Oklahoma State University, then worked as a30 mainframe software assistance engineer for BNSF Railway Company and IBM. And whereas an active member of the First United Church of Grapevine, Rick Winaker lived a caring and purposeful life. He enjoyed spending time outdoors following Texas high school football and working with communication technology. And he will be forever remembered with great affection by all those who were priveledged to share his love and friendship. Now therefore be it resolved that the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislate hereby pays tribute to the life of Richard Reeves Winaker and extends sincere condolences to the members of his family, to his wife, Sonja Kirby Winaker, to the sons, Adam Winaker, Cory Winaker and Jacob Winaker. To his mother, Shirley Winaker, to his brother Phil Winaker, to his sister, Lori Thompson, and to his other relatives and friends. And be it further resolved that an official copy of this resolution be prepared for his family. And that when 30 Texas House of Representatives adjourns this 30 day it do so in memory of Rich Winaker.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: 30 Chair recognizes Representative Smith.

REP. SMITH: Members, you have heard 30 memorial resolution honoring 30 life of Rich Winaker. Rich's passions in life were his family and scouting. He joined the Cub Scouts when he was eight years old and went on to become an Eagle Scout at seventeen. Rich even went on to attain 30 Boy Scouts Order of the Arrow Virgil Honor, which is 30 highest honor that 30 Boy Scouts can bestow upon its members. He dedicated himself as an adult scout leader for 13 years with Troop No. 28 in Colleyville, and helped shaped the character of every scout, including my Eagle Scout son, Spencer. Rich lived the scouting oath to do his best, to do his duty to help others at all times, to keep himself physically strong and morally straight. On the speaker's podium today we are privileged to have joining us his family and a friend. First of all, his wife, Sonja Winaker, and his two sons Adam and Cory. Jacob, his third son, is not able to be with us today; along with a family friend, David Ball, who is also a member of the troop. I want to thank 30 Winakers for being here today so that the House of Representatives can honor his memory and say thank you for all the wonderful things that Rich did in his life. I move adoption.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, this is a memorial resolution. All those in favor rise. 30 resolution is adopted. Ms. Truitt moves that all names be added. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. chair recognizes Representative Naishtat.

REP. ELLIOTT NAISHTAT: Members, I move to suspend all necessary rules to take up and consider HCR recognizing American Hartman.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you heard 30 motion. Is there any objection? 30 Chair hears none. Chair30 lays out HCR 51.

THE CLERK: HCR 51 by Naishtat. Commending Hart Hospital of Austin and St. David's Health Care for providing cardiovascular care.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Chair recognizes Representative Naishtat.

REP. ELLIOTT NAISHTAT: Move adoption.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you heard 30 motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Motion is adopted. Chair recognizes Representative Miller.

REP. SID MILLER: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend all rules and take up and consider HR 282.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you heard 30 motion. Is there any objection? Chairs hears none. Chair lays out HR 282. 30 Clerk will read 30 caption.

THE CLERK: HR 282 by Miller of Comall. Honoring Leadership Bernie for a promotion of civic leadership and volunteerism.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Chair recognizes Representative Miller.

REP. SID MILLER: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. folks from Leadership Bernie are touring 30 Capitol. They're probably on the other side of the Capitol, over in the upper chamber right now. But I would just like to recognize a group that's probably -- most of the members have some type of leadership organization, which causes people in the community to learn more about community involvement. And I appreciate them coming to the Capitol today, to their Capitol. And I move pass.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, you heard 30 motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Resolution is adopted. (30 house stands at ease).

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: 30A couple of announcements. First of all, Representative King.

REP. KING: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Members, it gives Mr. Miller and I a great deal of pleasure today to recognize one of our colleagues on their half century mark today, Representative Harvey Hilderbran is having a birthday today and we've been asked to recognize him today and everybody give Harvey a big hand. (Applause.)

REP. SID MILLER: Now didn't he come here as a teenager? (30 House stands at ease).

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Mr. Hughes for an announcement.

REP. BRYAN HUGHES: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Members, briefly, many of us have been attending 30 Capitol Commission Bible Study during 30 lunch on Wednesdays. In light of the schedule we're going to head to the Austin Club for that now and be back in time for us coming out of east at 12:30. So Capitol Commission Bible Study at 30 Austin Club, as soon as we can get down there, then there's another one in the morning. And the members find an extension. So that won't be 11:30. So that will be a little after 11:00. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. (30 House stands at ease)

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: The Chair recognizes Representative Farrar for a recognition.

REP. JESSICA FARRAR: Mr. Speaker and members, I want to recognize some very important guests with us today who have braved these icy roads and who come from Houston. They are the stewards of the Olivewood Cemetery in Houston. And the Olivewood Cemetery is an historic cemetery where the early African-American community in Houston, a lot of its members and its leaders are buried, and these stewards are with us here today in the east gallery. And if they will stand? They are Deborah Blalock Sloan, Charles Cook, Alex Rutledge, June Gay and Shaterra Green. And so while we're in recess -- We have a resolution for you which we're going to read right now, but since we're -- We're standing at ease so we can't actually pass it, but we will do it when we come right back. But -- but so that you can go on and get back to Houston we want to go ahead and let you hear what it has to say and let you know that we thank you for your service. (Applause.).

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: The Clerk will --

THE CLERK: HR 341 by Farrar. Wheres the descendents of Olivewood organization has done an exemplary job of highlighting the rich history of Olivewood Cemetery in Houston, and its efforts have helped the burial ground to be recognized on the 2011 most endangered places registered kept by preservation in Texas, which focuses on the sites of significant interests around the state. And whereas first incorporated in 1875, Olivewood is one of the oldest known plated cemeteries in Houston. And it served the early African-American community for a century. Originally laid out with 444 family plots containing more than 5,000 burial spaces, it was expanded in 1917 and the cemetery was the final resting place for former slaves, laborers, military veterans and pivotal leaders of Houston's post emancipation African-America population. Among those buried there are the first black Ordained Methodist Minister in the United States, the Reverend Elias Dibble of Trinity Methodist Episcopal Church, as well as businessman, James B. Bell; educator, James B. Ryan; physician, Russell F. Farraro and dentist, Milton A. Baker. And as the burial grounds also features examples of pre-emancipation in term and practice, such as upright (inaudible) symbolizing the path between the worlds of the living and the dead. Seashells as grave ornaments and text which is upside down or backward letters used in some African cultures to signify death. And founded in 2003, The Defendants of Olivewood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the reclamation of the cemetery for the benefit of current and future generations of Houston residents. The group maintains committees focused on the restoration, history, public relations, fundraising, security and engineering issues. And it succeeded in obtaining a Texas Historical Marker for the cemetery in 2009. In addition to the cemetery's inclusion on the 2010 Most Endangered Places List. And whereas this provides a valuable link to crucial chapters of Houston history. And the descendents of Olivewood are now doing important work to ensure that the legacy of their ancestors is not forgotten. Now therefore be it resolved that the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby honor the Defendants of Olivewood for their efforts to preserve Olivewood Cemetery in Houston. And extend to the members of that organization sincere best wishes for continued success in their worthy endeavor. And be it further resolved that an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the Defendants of Olivewood as an expression of higher regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: The Chair recognizes Representative Farrar.

REP. JESSICA FARRAR: I just want to congratulate y'all on receiving the recognition from the -- from the Preservation Texas on being on this year's list of the most endangered places. Thank you for all you do and have a safe trip back to Houston. (Applause.) (The House stands at ease)

MR. SPEAKER: The House will come to order. Excuse Representative Eiland for illness in the family under the motion of Representative Tracy King. Any objection? Chair hears none. So ordered. Chair announces the signing of the following in the presence of the House.

THE CLERK: HCR 12.

MR. SPEAKER: Mr. Walle, Ms. Farrar, and, Mr. Smithee, please. Chair recognizes Representative Farrar for a motion.

REP. JESSICA FARRAR: Mr. Speaker and members, I move to suspend all necessary rules to take up and consider HR 341.

MR. SPEAKER: Members, you've heard the motion. Is there objection? Chair hears none. So ordered. Chair lays out HR 341. The Clerk will read the resolution.

THE CLERK: HR 314 by Farrar. Honoring the Defendants of Olivewood for their efforts to preserve the historic Olivewood Cemetery in Houston.

MR. SPEAKER: Chair recognizes Representative Farrar.

REP. JESSICA FARRAR: Move passage.

MR. SPEAKER: Members, you've heard the motion. Is there objection? Chair hears none. So ordered. Chair recognizes Representative Walle for a motion.

MR. ARMANDO WALLE: Mr. Speaker, I'd like to take up and -- suspend all necessary rules and take up and consider HR 313.

MR. SPEAKER: Members, you've heard the motion. Is there objection? The Chair hears none. So ordered. Chair lays out HR 313. The Clerk will read the resolution.

THE CLERK: HR 313 by Walle. Commemorating the dedication of the Texas Historical Marker, Houston, Math Science and Technology Center in Houston.

MR. SPEAKER: Chair recognizes Representative Walle.

MR. ARMANDO WALLE: I move pass.

MR. SPEAKER: Members, you've heard the motion. Is there objection? Chair hears none. So ordered. Chair recognizes Representative Harper-Brown. REP. LINDA HARPER-BROWN: Thank you Mr. Speaker. I move to suspend all necessary rules to take up HJR -- HCR 78 -- sorry -- HCR 58.

MR. SPEAKER: Members, you've heard the motion. Is there objection? Chair hears none. So ordered. Chair lays out HCR 58.

THE CLERK: HCR 58 by Smithee. Granting the Legislature permission to adjourn for more than three days.

MR. SPEAKER: Chair recognizes Representative Harper-Brown. REP. LINDA HARPER-BROWN: Members, I move passage.

MR. SPEAKER: Members, you've heard the motion. Is there objection? Members, this is this is a record vote. Clerk will ring the bell. (Bell rings).

MR. SPEAKER: Have all voted? Being 143 ayes and zero nays, the resolution is adopted.

UNKNOWN SPEAKER: Members, I know that all of you are very anxious to begin working on your legislate priorities and I really appreciate your patience while I've been working hard to organize the House. And today I'm announcing the House Committee assignments for the 82nd Legislature, which will allow you to begin work immediately on the things that are most important to our state. As you know, the important task of making committee assignments is very complicated. Under our house rules, seniority plays a major role in making those assignments. So the high turnover from the last election meant many changes. We also have a very large number of new freshman representative, nearly 40 who's interest and experience had to be evaluated. I worked hard to try to make sure that I was responsive to your individual requests. As you know, this process is not an exact science. I've also tried to apply the interest and expertise of individual members to our state's challenges and to make sure the geographic and demographic diversity of Texas is fairly represented. Like you, I am eager for the committees to begin work on important legislation and for you to collaborate on the issues that matter most to our state. Today I am referring hundreds of Bills to the committees so that the House can begin to immediately work on these critical issues. I know that we will rise to the occasion and govern in a way that is respectful and continues to make Texas proud. Thank you.

MR. SPEAKER: Members, there are no other announcements. The Clerk will read the committee assignments, and I'm going to move that Representative Taylor of Galveston moves that the House stand adjourned pending the reading and referral of Bills and the reading of committee assignments until 1:00 p.m. on Monday, February 14th. Is there in any objection? House stands adjourned. The Clerk will read the committee assignment.

THE CLERK: Pursuant to rule 1, section 10 of the rules of the Texas House Of Representatives I appoint the Honorable Beverly Woolley of Harris County to serve as Speaker Pro Tempore of the Texas House of Representatives 82nd Legislature. (Applause.)

THE CLERK: Dean of the Texas House of Representatives and most parliamentary bodies recognize a continually serving member. For their wisdom and guidance and imparting institutional knowledge, and from their length of service in the oldest legislative assembly, the House of Commons, this position is known as the Father of the House. In the United States of Representatives this position is known as the Dean of the United States House of Representatives. Among the members of the Legislature Assemblies who have been dean of their houses are, Sir Winston Churchill and George Mayhan. The Dean of the Texas House of Representative is the longest continually serving member of the House. Pursuant to the housekeeping resolution the Honorable Thomas R. Craddick of Midland County is recognized as the Dean of the Texas House of Representatives. (Applause.)

THE CLERK: Dean Craddick has continuously since in the Texas House since the 51st Legislature in 1969. His record of service is such that Dean Craddick has served in almost a quarter of the meetings of the Texas House of Representatives since statehood in 1845. In addition to his duties as and elected representative as Dean of the Texas House, No. 1: In addition to and in the absence of the speaker shall receive delegations or other legislative assemblies and other foreign governments. And 2: Shall be appointed to and service share of each escort committee appointed by the House. Further shall be in order, if the Dean so choices, to be referred to as Dean. Further, during debate it shall in order, if the Dean so chooses, to be referred to as Dean. Further, pursuant to the housekeeping resolution I ask that the Committee on House Administration place the title of Dean of the Texas House of Representatives next to the composite photograph of the Dean. Further, pursuant to the housekeeping resolution of the Committee on House Administration provide appropriate signage designated to Dean's office as the Office of the Dean of the Texas House of Representatives. Further, I direct the House Parliamentarian cooperation of the Legislative Reference Library and the Texas Legislative Counsel to compile and publish the history of the Dean of Texas House of Representatives. Sunset advisory committee, Dennis Bonnen shall be Chair of the Sunset Advisory Committee. He currently serves as Vice Chair. Committee on Agriculture and Livestock. Chair: Hardcastle. Vice Chair: Anderson of McClendon. Seniority appointments: Hardcastle. Clients: Lozano. Speaker appointments: Howard, Hughes, Isaac, Landtroop Miles. Committee on appropriations, Chair: Pitts, Vice Chair, Turner. Seniority appointment: Chisum, Crownover, Truitt, Eiland, Giddings, Hochberg, McClendon, Morrison, Otto, Pitts, Riddle. Speaker appointments, Aycock, Button, Darby, Gooden, Johnson, King, Taylor, Margo, Martinez, Miller, Patrick, Schwertner, Shelton, Torres, Zerwas. The Committee on Border and Intra governmental Affairs: Chair, Gonzalez; Vice Chair, Weber. Speaker Appointment: Alonzo Farrar; Gonzalez of Williamson, Hardcastle, Village, Riddle Simpson. Committee on Business and Industry: Chair, Deshotel; Vice Chair, Orr. Seniority Appointments: Miller, Orr, Quintanilla. Speaker appointment: Bohac, Garza, Giddings, Solomon, Workman. Committee on Challengers: Chair, Hunter; Vice Chair, Bonnen. Speaker Appointments: Branch, Coleman, Cook, Geren, Keffer, King of Zavala, Kolkhorst, Lucio, Ritter, Rodriguez, Solomons, Truitt of Zerwas. Committee on Corrections. Chair, Madden; Vice Chair Allen. Speaker Appointment: King, Hunter, Marquez, Parker, Parry, White, Workman. Committee on County Affairs: Chair, Coalman, Vice Chair, Marquez. Seniority Appointments: Gooden. Speaker Appointments: Gonzalez of Williamson, Hamilton, Jackson, Paxton, Smith of Harris, White. Committee on Criminal Jurisprudence: Chair, Gallego; Vice Chair Hartnett. Seniority Appointments: Aliseda. Speaker Appointments: Burkett, Carter, Christian, Davis of Dallas, Rodriguez, Zedler. Committee on Culture, Recreation and Tourism: Chair, Guillen; Vice Chair, Elkins. Seniority Appointment: Temple, Larson, Price. Speaker Appointments: Dukes, King of Zavala, Smith of Terrence. Committee on Defense and Veterans Affairs: Chair, Pickett; Vice Chair, Sheffield. Seniority Appointments: Burnham, (inaudible), Sheffield. Speaker Appointments: Flynn, Landtroop, Perry. Scott, Taylor of Comen. Economic and Small Business Development: Chair Davis of Harris; John. Vice Chair, Vo. Seniority Appointments: Miles, Vo. Speaker Appointments: Anderson of Dallas, Murphy, Reynoldd, Sheets. Committee on Elections: Chair, Taylor; Vice Chair, Hernandez-Luna. Seniority Appointments: Burkett. Speaker Appointments: Burman, Branch, (inaudible), Isaac, King of Parker, Veasey. Committee on Energy Resources: Chair: Keffer; Vice Chair, Crownover. Seniority Appointments: Craddick, Davis of Harris, John Howard of Fort Bend. Speaker Appointments: Carter, Lozano, Sheffield, Trauma. Committee on Environmental Regulation: Chair, Smith of Harris, Vice Chair, Farrar. Seniority Appointments, Burnham, Farrar, Legler. Speaker Appointments: Chisum, Hancock, Line, Reynolds. Committee on General Investigating in Ethics: Chair, Hopson; Vice Chair, Creighton. Speaker Appointment: Gallego, Hunter, Philips. Committee on Government Efficiency and Reform: Chair, Callegari; Vice Chair, Lucio. Senioiity Appointments: Truitt, Zedler. Speaker Appointments: Cane, Harper-Brown, Munoz. Committee on Higher Education: Chair, Branch; Vice Chair, Castro. Seniority Appointments: Alonzo, Bernam, Brown. Speaker Appointments: Howard, Johnson, Lewis, Patrick. Committee on Homeland Security and Public Safety: Chair Miller of Arat; Vice Chair, Fletcher. Seniority Appointments: Fletcher, Flynn, Pena. Speaker Appointments: Beck, Burnham, Driver, Mallory, Caraway Walle. Committee on House Administration: Chair, Geren; Vice Chair, Howard of Travis. Speaker Appointments: Allen, Eissler, Gooden, King of Taylor, Marquez, Miller Munoz, Smith of Terrence, Vo. Committee on Human Services: Chair, Raymond; Vice Chair, Morrison. Seniority Appointments: Gonzalez of El Paso; Hughes; Naishtat. Speaker Appointments: Hopson, Hunter, Hochberg, Taylor of Comen. Committee on the Joint Committee on Oversight and HHS Eligibility System: The speaker appoints Fred Brown to serve as House Chair on Oversight and HHS Eligibility System. Committee on Insurance: Chair, Smithy; Vice Chair Eiland. Seniority Appointments: Nash, Taylor of Galveston, Walle. Speaker Appointments: Hancock, Sheets, Torres, Vo. Committee on Judiciary and Civil Jurisprudence: Chair Jackson; Vice Chair, Ruiz. Seniority Appointment: Castro, Hartnett, Madden, Raymond. Speaker Appointments: Bohac, Davis of Harris, Scott, Thompson, Woolley. Committee on Land and Resource Management: Chair, Olivera; Vice Chair, Kleinschmidt. Seniority Appointments: Garza, Lavender, Margo, Anderson of Dallas, Brown, Kolkhorst. Committee on Licensing and Administrative Procedures: Chair, Hamilton, Vice Chair, (inaudible). Seniority Appointments: Driver, Hamilton, Thompson. Speaker Appointments: Geren, Gutierrez, Harless, Temple, Menendez. Committee on Local Calenders: Chair, Thompson; Vice Chair, Hancock. Speaker Appointments: Bohac, Darby, Elkin, Harper-Brown, Larson, Marquez or Scott. Committee on Natural Resources: Chair, Ritter; Vice Chair, King of Savalla. Seniority Appointments: Cobson, Keffer, King of Savalla, Martina Fisher. Speaker Appointments: Beck Creighton, Larson, Lucio, Miller, Price. Committee on Pensions, Investments and Financial Services: Vice Chair, Anchia. Seniority Appointments: Anchia, Anderson of McClendon, Veasey. Speaker Appointments: Creighton, Hernandez-Luna, Legler, Nash, Orr. Committee on Public Education: Chair, Eissler; Vice Chair, Hochberg. Seniority Appointments: Allen, Button, Guillen, Smith of Terrance. Speaker Appointments: Aycock, Huberty, Shelton, Trauma, Weber. Committee on Public Health: Chair, Kolkhorst; Vice Chair, Naishtat. Seniority Appointments: Coleman, Gonzalez, Rothenberg, Truitt. Speaker Appointments: Alvarado, Davis of Harris, King of Taylor, Schwertner, Zerwas. Committee on Redistricting: Chair, Solomons; Vice Chair, Villareal. Speaker Appointments: Alonzo, Alvarado, Aycock, Branch Eissler, Geren, Harless, Hilderbran, Hunter, Keffer, Madden, Pena, Pickett, Easy. Committee on Rules and Resolution: Chair, McClendon; Vice Chair, Parker. Speaker Appointments: Parilla, Gonzales of El Paso, Harper-Brown, Howard of Fort Bend, Lozano, Perry, Workman. Committee on State Affairs: Chair, Cook; Vice Chair, Menendez. Seniority Appointments: Gallego, Hilderbran, Smithy, Turner. Speaker Appointments: Craddick, Frullo, Geren, Harless, Huberty, Solomon. Committee on Technology: Chair, Pena; Vice Chair Button. Speaker Appointments: Eissler, Howard, Munoz. Committee on Transportation: Chair, Phillips; Vice Chair, Darby. Seniority Appointments: Davis of Dallas, Harper-Brown, Picket, Rodriguez. Speaker Appointments: Bonnen, Fletcher, Lavender, Martinez, McClendon. Committee on Urban Affairs: Chair, Dutton; Vice Chair, Alvarado. Seniority Appointments: Alvarado, Mallory, Caraway, Callegari, Gutierrez, King of Parker, Paxton, Simpsons. Committee on Ways and Means: Chair, Hilderbran; Vice Chair, Otto. Seniority Appointments: Christian, Elkins, Ritter, Woolley. Speaker Appointments: Gonzalez of El Paso, Lyne, Line, Martinez, Fisher, Murphy, Villarreal. For Acclimation by the Speaker, Appointment of Select Committees and State Sovereignty. In consideration of issues raised relating to the interrelation of the powers and duties of the federal and the state government and in recognition of the powers reserved to the state and the people under the 10th Amendment of the Constitution of the United States pursuant to Rule 1, Section 16 of the House rules. 1, Joe Straus, Speaker of the House, create the House Select Committee on State Sovereignty. The committee shall monitor actions of the federal government, including the legislation and regulation that create compulsory federal legislation that direct states to comply with serving actions or pass legislation. The committee shall also monitor federal legislation or regulations that condition the provision of federal funding on the requirement that a state take any other action. The committees shall also study, review and hear legislation to refer to it relating to emerging issues relating to interaction between the state and federal government, including issues relating to the proposed amendments to the United States Constitution for a call for a national convention to propose an amendment to the United States Constitution. Furthermore, the committee shall investigate the efforts undertaken by other statutes, states in the same areas. The committee shall have the following members: The following members are hereby appointed to the House Select Committee on State Sovereignty: The Honorable Brandon Creighton, Chair; the Honorable Trey Martinez-Fisher, Vice Chair. The Honorable Dan Branch. The Honorable Drew Darby. The Honorable Senfronia Thompson. The Honorable John Pitts. The committee shall report in a manner provided by Rule 4, Section 61. House rules no later than December 31st, 2012. The committee expires on the date the 83rd Legislature convenes. Appointment of Select Committee on Voter Identification and Voter Fraud. In recognition of the justifiable reliance that all Texans should have in the integrity of the elections and recognition of the fact that the Governor has declared legislation to require the voter to present proof of identification as an emergency pursuant to Rule 1, Section 15 of the House Rules; Joe Straus, Speaker of the House, created the House Select Committee on Voter Identification and Voter Fraud. The committee shall study, review and hear legislation related to voter identification and has designated as an emergency by the Governor of Texas. The committee shall study, review and hear legislation related to the issuance and handling of ballots during an election, including issuance of ballots during early voting, during any write in process or during any election tier, including election date. The committee shall also study issues related to voter fraud. It is the Chair's intent that the committee act on these charges as expeditiously as possible. And to ensure prompt consideration of any ensuing legislation by the entire House. The committee shall have nine members. The following members are hereby appointed to the House Select Committee on Voter Identification and Voter Fraud. The following members are hereby appointed to the House Select Committee: The Honorable Dennis Bonnen, Chair; The Honorable Mark Veasey, Vice Chair; the Honorable Jose (inaudible); The Honorable Patricia Harless; The Honorable Roland Gutierrez; The Honorable Larry Taylor; The Honorable Scott Hochberg; The Honorable Aron Pena; The Honorable Harvey Hilderbran. The committee shall file the final report in the manner provided by Rule 4, Section 51 of the House rules no later than December 31st, the 2012. The committee expires on the day the 83rd Legislature convenes. Select Committee on Election Content. Previously the Committee on Election Content was created pursuant to a proclamation by the speaker. The Committee consists of the following members: Chair, Hunter; Vice Chair, Eiland. Members: Bonnen, Giddings, Guillen, Kolkhorst, Lewis, Madden, Smith of Harris.

MR. SPEAKER: Chair recognizes Representative Pitts.

REP. JIM PITTS: Mr. Speaker, members; the Appropriation Committee will have a public hearing today at 3:15 in Room E103 to hear invited testimony on the state of the economy and the House budget recommendations. And the House Committee, the Appropriations Committee will have a public hearing on 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, February the 10th, in room E103 to hear invited testimony on the prison system, the Medicaid program and the Foundation School programs.

MR. SPEAKER: Members, with that the House stands adjourned pending the reading and referral of Bills.