JOE STRAUS: The House will come to order. Members, please, register. Have all registered? Have all registered? Quorum is present. The House and gallery, please, rise for the invocation. The chair recognizes Representative Isaac to introduce the pastor of the day.

REPRESENTATIVE JASON ISAAC: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, members, distinguished guests, please, join me in welcoming Bob Long to your Capitol today. Bob is the founder of Rally Call Ministries in Rally Call Center here in Austin? Bob is a graduate of Christ for the Nations Institute and has over 20 years of fruitful ministry experience. Bob and his wife Leslie reside in the district that I serve down in San Marcos. They are proud parents of two daughters and four grandchildren. Please, join me in welcoming them.

PASTOR BOB LONG: Good morning, thank you. Today is my birthday so, we have to update that bio. It's been like 30 years now but anyway thank you for joining me in prayer. It's an honor to be among you again. And so, I want to ask you to join your hearts and let's pray together. Lord, we just say today in the name of Jesus that we acknowledge you in all our ways. Lord, we just thank you for all the liberty, all the freedom. Lord, we acknowledge that God, that life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness is our inheritance and our destiny. We just acknowledge that those come from you today. And Lord, in this place, I pray for every elected official, everyone of these House members, lord, we acknowledge you as the author and giver of those rights. We acknowledge you, Lord, that righteousness and justice are the very foundation of your throne. Lord, we acknowledge you as the creator God, as the God of the Bible, as the father of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Lord, today we just say in this place that you are acknowledged for who you really are. Lord, we acknowledge that -- that justice and truth are the very foundation of your throne. And, Lord, I just ask today that you would empower -- Lord, that you would empower our elected officials. I ask you to empower this House. That, Lord, every decision, every policy that, Lord, that honesty truth and justice would be the very foundation and I just thank you for empowering that, Lord. That, Lord, you have put something in the heart of a generation of leaders to make a difference. Lord, I acknowledge today that your voice is majestic, that your voice is powerful, that your voice is heard upon the waters. Lord, that you, the very God of glory, that you do thunder, that your voice makes the very earth shake. That your voice makes the nation shake, the sea and the dry lands even shake at your voice. And, Lord, today I pray that your voice would be heard in our hearts and this House, Lord. And, Lord, we acknowledge that human civil government is instituted by you, invented by you, and set in place in you in the earth. And, Lord, we acknowledge that all human government is accountable and answerable to you. We acknowledge, Lord, that civil government is a servant to you and to the people and not the other way around. And, Lord, we acknowledge that holding governmental office is a literal call from you and I pray today for these House members, I pray today for them, Lord. I pray that, Lord that in their hearts that, Lord, the understanding and the revelation and a passion that this is your call upon their life beyond ambitions, even ambitions that come from you. But that, Lord, we say today, Lord, would you stir something in our hearts that would raise us up as a generation of true statesmen, patriots. Lord, a generation that comes forth at a specific time in the history of a nation, in the history of a state let it be that way in the members of this House, Lord. In the name of Jesus. And, Lord, I bless them today. I pray for the protection of their families. I pray for spiritual strength and hunger, Lord. I pray that you make this house full of hunger for you. I pray, Lord, that the families of these members would be protected and strengthened in every way, lord, throughout the busy, hectic days of session. Let there be spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical strength to the members and to their families. Please, let your super natural protection be over these members and their families. Lord, in the name of Jesus. And, Lord, I pray that these men and women make a difference in the State of Texas in this session. I pray that when this session ends, Lord, that the decisions that have been made and the laws that have been passed at the end of this session will be ones that you will be pleased by and that the people will be blessed by and that generations to come will bless this generation of House members, lord. And we acknowledge you and we give you thanks for it, Lord, in Jesus name. Bless these, God. Bless them, Lord. Let the grace that empowers us beyond our own strength. Let your grace rest on this House and these members in Jesus name. Amen. Thank you.

JOE STRAUS: Chair recognizes Representative Harper Brown to lead us in the pledge. REP. LINDA HARPER-BROWN: Members and honored guests, please, stand as we say the pledge to the flag of our great nation and of the great State of Texas. Pledge to the United States flag. Pledge to the Texas flag.

JOE STRAUS: Excuse Representative Smithee because of important business in the district on the motion of Representative Jackson. Excuse Representative Allen for today and the remainder of the week because of a death in the family on the motion of Representative Thompson. Is there an objection? Chair hears none. So ordered. Representative Harper Brown moves to suspend the House reading and referral of bills until the end of today's business. Is there objection? Chair hears none. So ordered. Madam doorkeeper.

MADAM DOORKEEPER: Mr. Speaker, I have a messenger from the Senate at the door of the House.

JOE STRAUS: Admit the messenger.

MESSENGER: Mr. Speaker, I'm directed by the Senate to inform the House that the Senate is taking the following action. The Senate has passed the following measures to SB38 Zaffirini.

JOE STRAUS: Chair recognizes Representative Miller to introduce our doctor of the day.

REPRESENTATIVE DOUG MILLER: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, members, I'd like to introduce to you today a physician from my district. From the fine hill country town of Frederiksberg, Dr. Todd Howell, who is a family practitioner with a specialty in ER work. Fortunately he didn't have to take care of me in the ER up in Fredericksburg but had he been there at 4:30 in the morning I know he would have done a fine job. So, doctor, thank you very much. I know that you've come down here for a number of years to take care of us and we are so appreciative of your service to Texas and all that you do and especially for what you to in the hill country and all the folks in Fredericksburg area. So, let's give Dr. Howell a round of applause for coming down here and being with us today. Thank you, sir. REP. LINDA HARPER-BROWN: Chair recognizes Representative Aliseda for a motion.

REP. JOSE ALISEDA: Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend all necessary rules to take up and consider House Resolution 528 honoring Goliad County Day at the Capitol. REP. LINDA HARPER-BROWN: Members you've heard the motion. Is there any objection? Hearing none. Rules are suspended. Chair lays out House Resolution 528. Clerk will read the bill -- the resolution in full.

CLERK: HR528 by Aliseda. WHEREAS, Proud residents of Goliad County are gathering at The State Capitol on March 29, 2011, to celebrate their region's Singular stature in the history and culture of the Lone Star State; and WHEREAS, Home to at least four Native American tribes, the area now known as Goliad County was first settled by Europeans in 1749, although such legendary explorers as Cabeza de Vaca and La Salle may have visited the area in the centuries before; and. WHEREAS, One of the first 23 counties established by the first Congress of the Republic of Texas, Goliad played a central role in the struggles and triumphs of the Texas Revolution, and the first Declaration of Texas Independence was signed in the town of Goliad in 1835; and WHEREAS, Early Goliad County was known as an enclave of freewheeling frontiersmen, but civilizing influences soon set the County on the path toward stability and prosperity; and WHEREAS, Historic landmarks that extol the area's colorful past can be found throughout the county and include Fannin Plaza Park, the grave of Colonel James W. Fannin, Jr., and his men, the Goliad County Courthouse, Goliad State Park, and the General Zaragoza State Historic Site; and WHEREAS, The county's rich historical significance, combined With the warmth of its present-day residents, has made it a popular destination among tourists from around the state, who enjoy such events as the seasonal Goliad Market Days and the annual Missions Tour de Goliad; and WHEREAS, Citizens of Goliad County have made many notable contributions to the cultural fabric of the Lone Star State, and the residents here today may take special pride in the place that they call home; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby recognize March 29, 2011, as Goliad County Day at the State Capitol and welcome the members of the visiting delegation to Austin. REP. LINDA HARPER-BROWN: Chair recognizes Representative Aliseda.

REP. JOSE ALISEDA: Mrs. Speaker, members, if you never had a chance to visit Goliad it's a truly beautiful place. A lot of history. And the courthouse square is one of the unique courthouse squares in the state. It's my pleasure to recognize the residents of Goliad County who have come to the Capitol today. On the dais we have County Commissioner, Ted Long, Commissioner, Alonzo Morales, Sheriff, Kirk Brumby, County Treasurer, Daphne Buelter, and there are also some residents in the gallery. I ask them to rise and be recognized. Welcome to the Texas House. Mr. -- or Ms. Speaker, I'm sorry. I move for passage. REP. LINDA HARPER-BROWN: Members, you have heard the motion. Is there any objection? Hearing none. The resolution is adopted. Is Mr. Cain on the floor of the House? Chair recognizes Mr. Cain for a resolution.

REPRESENTATIVE ERWIN CAIN: Ms. Speaker, members, I move to suspend all necessary rules to take up and consider House Resolution 941 in recognition of Hopkins County Day at the Capitol. REP. LINDA HARPER-BROWN: Members, you have heard the motion. Is there any objection? Hearing none. The rules are suspended. Chair lays out HR941. Clerk will read the resolution.

CLERK: HR941 by Cain. WHEREAS, Proud residents of Hopkins County are gathering in Austin on March 29, 2011, to celebrate Hopkins County Day at the State Capitol; and WHEREAS, Hopkins County has an area of 789 square miles with both blackland prairie and piney wood terrain; originally inhabited by the Caddo and then the Cherokee people, the county was created in 1846 and named for a family of pioneers; Sulphur Springs was made the county seat in 1870; and WHEREAS, Corn, wheat, sheep, and cattle were agriculturally important in the 19th century, but cotton became the dominant crop between 1890 and 1930; in 1937 the Carnation Milk Company opened a processing plant in the county, and its presence, in conjunction with better road and rail transportation, allowed dairy farming to become the major agricultural undertaking; in 1990 the county boasted nearly 500 dairies supplying 17 percent of the state's total milk; and WHEREAS, Today, Hopkins County has a population of over 35,000, with more than 15,000 people residing in Sulphur Springs; along with dairy production, tourism and food processing and distribution are mainstays of the economy, as are beef cattle and breeding horses; and WHEREAS, Sulphur Springs features a number of popular attractions, including the Southwest Dairy Center and Museum, the Leo St. Clair Music Box Museum, and the Hopkins County Heritage Museum and Park; moreover, the area is a well-known center for aquatic recreation, with Lake Fork and Cooper Lake State Park offering opportunities for trophy bass fishing, as well as boating and swimming; bird-watchers, hikers, and campers also seek out the County, and special events like the Texas State Champion Homemade Ice Cream Freeze Off at the Hopkins County Dairy Festival in June are enjoyed by residents and visitors alike; and WHEREAS, Hopkins County is one of the Lone Star State's true Treasures, and its citizens justifiably take great pride in the history and character of their splendid communities; Now, therefore, be it. RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby recognize March 29, 2011, as Hopkins County Day at the State Capitol and extend sincere best wishes to the visiting delegation for an informative and enjoyable stay in Austin. REP. LINDA HARPER-BROWN: Chair recognizes Representative Cain.

REPRESENTATIVE ERWIN CAIN: Thank you, Ms. Speaker, fellow members. Hopkins County is where my wife and I spent many, many years raising our three kids. It's a land of good people, common sense people, people I'm proud to represent and people that I love. I have the pleasure of working side by side with them in our community and today I and my fellow Representative Bryan Hughes have the honor of recognizing them here serving as their representative. Folks that are in the east gallery would you mind rising. Welcome to your House. Thank you Ms. Speaker. I move adoption. REP. LINDA HARPER-BROWN: Members you have heard the motion. Is there any objection? Hearing none. Motion is adopted. Representative Hughes moves that all members' names be added. Is there any objection? Hearing none. So ordered. Chair recognizes Representative Orr for a motion.

REPRESENTATIVE ROB ORR: Madam speaker and members, I would like to suspend all necessary rules to take up and consider House Resolution 1020. REP. LINDA HARPER-BROWN: Members, you've heard the motion. Is there objection? Hearing none. Rules are suspended. Chair lays out HR1020. Clerk will read the resolution in full.

CLERK: HR1020 by Orr. WHEREAS, Members of the Burleson Area Chamber of Commerce are visiting the State Capitol on March 29, 2011, and this occasion provides a welcome opportunity to pay tribute to this outstanding Community organization and the city it serves; and. WHEREAS, The Burleson Area Chamber of Commerce traces its history to 1965, when 75 members of the local Lions Club gathered to discuss economic and industrial development and realized the need for a permanent chamber; the group was officially founded on April 18 of the following year; and. WHEREAS, In the decades since, the Burleson Chamber has played a central role in the life of the city; in addition to sponsoring ongoing events and programs to benefit area businesses the chamber undertakes various community projects, charity fund-raisers, and other initiatives to further Burleson's prosperity and to make it an even better place to live and work; and. WHEREAS, The rapid growth of the Burleson area has made the Organization's work all the more valuable; the city's population has increased by 75 percent since 2000, which is a testament to its vibrant character and also an indication of the outstanding opportunities available to companies and entrepreneurs; and. WHEREAS, Despite its robust expansion, the city retains its historic hometown feel, and a key element in its appeal is the Old Town district; this neighborhood has been the focus of a recent revitalization effort that has preserved its distinctive character While achieving improvements in streetscape and building design; and WHEREAS, Burleson also benefits from the presence of exceptional educational resources, including the local campuses of Texas Wesleyan University and Hill College; these institutions help prepare residents for productive careers while ensuring that skilled and knowledgeable workers are available for local businesses; and. WHEREAS, With its many positive attributes, Burleson has become a thriving area that is home to more than 36,000 residents of North Texas, and the Burleson Area Chamber of Commerce is indeed deserving of recognition for the vital role it has played in this Lone Star success story; now, therefore, be it. RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby honor the members of the Burleson Area Chamber Of Commerce on the occasion of their visit to the State Capitol and extend to them sincere best wishes for a productive visit to Austin; and, be it further . RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the chamber as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. REP. LINDA HARPER-BROWN: Chair recognizes Representative Orr.

REPRESENTATIVE ROB ORR: Move adoption. REP. LINDA HARPER-BROWN: Members, you've heard the motion. Is there any objection? Hearing none. Resolution is adopted. Chair recognizes Representative Orr.

REPRESENTATIVE ROB ORR: Madam Speaker, it's an honor to have the Burleson Chamber of Commerce here today as well as the City of Burleson. They work very well, together. Representative Zedler and I work together and we represent -- I had parts of Johnson County and Bill has -- Representative Zedler has the part that's in Tarrant County. The City of Burleson and the chamber work very well, working on economic development issues and promoting not only existing businesses but new business coming to our community. At this time I would like to recognize Representative Zedler to say a few words.

REPRESENTATIVE BILL ZEDLER: Mr. Speaker, members, I'd like to be here to recognize the people from Burleson. We are glad you're here. Burleson is a wonderful place to live. It has a great old town filled full of wonderful restaurants and the people there are very, very friendly and it's just a wonderful place to visit and live. God bless you for being here. REP. LINDA HARPER-BROWN: Chair recognizes Representative Orr.

REPRESENTATIVE ROB ORR: I'd like to introduce the folks who we have up on the dais today. We have with us today Dan-O Strong, the chamber president. Kurt Logan, chairman of the board, Larry Pool, the immediate past chairman and then we also have all the members up here of the chamber and the city. Members, please, help us welcome the Chamber of Commerce of Burleson, Texas.

JOE STRAUS: Members this is a memorial resolution would you, please, take your seats. Chair recognizes Representative Aliseda for a motion.

REP. JOSE ALISEDA: Mr. Speaker, on occasion we are reminded that the price of freedom is not free. I sent my two sons off to war and I was grateful to God that they came back alive but I have a memorial resolution today for a son of my district, Texas, and America who did not come back alive. Please, listen to this true American hero's story. I move to suspend all necessary rules to take up and consider House Concurrent Resolution 79 honoring Lance Corporal Colton Rusk.

JOE STRAUS: Members you've heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. So ordered. Chair lays out HCR79. Clerk will read the resolution.

CLERK: HCR79 by Aliseda. WHEREAS, words cannot adequately express the heartache felt at the loss of U.S. Marine Corps Lance Corporal Colton Wesley Rusk Of Orange Grove, who died in Afghanistan on December 6, 2010, at the age of 20; and WHEREAS, Born on September 23, 1990, in Corpus Christi to Darrell and Kathy Rusk, Colton Rusk attended Orange Grove High School, where he excelled in sports, lettering in both football and baseball; known for his winning personality and brilliant smile, he was named the senior class favorite, prom king, and Mr. Orange Grove High School by his fellow students; an avid outdoorsman, he loved hunting and fishing, and he enjoyed team roping on his horse, Pam with his best friend, Justin Rokohl, his brother Cody, and his father, Darrell; and WHEREAS, In June 2008, the summer before his senior year this patriotic young Texan took the first step toward fulfilling his dream of becoming a marine by enlisting in the corps's delayed entry program; a year later, he received his diploma and embarked for basic training at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego; and WHEREAS, Lance Corporal Rusk was deployed to Afghanistan on his 20th birthday, September 23, 2010; he served his country courageously as a member of the 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Camp Pendleton, California, and he was recognized with the Purple Heart The Combat Action Ribbon, the National Defense Service Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, and the Afghanistan Campaign Medal; and WHEREAS, A machine gunner with Weapons Company, Lance Corporal Rusk was selected to train as a dog handler with the Improvised Explosive Device Detection team; he shared a special Bond with Eli, the black Labrador retriever that accompanied him to Afghanistan, and they worked as a team to save the lives of American Troops by detecting hidden bombs and weapons; when Lance Corporal Rusk was mortally wounded, Eli steadfastly remained by his side; Eli has since been retired from service and adopted by the Rusk Family; and WHEREAS, The Marine Corps values of honor, courage, and commitment have had no finer champion than Lance Corporal Colton Rusk, and all who knew this brave young Texan will forever remember him with admiration and gratitude; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the 82nd Legislature of the State of Texas Hereby pay tribute to the life of U.S. Marine Corps Lance Corporal Colton Wesley Rusk and extend deepest sympathy to the members of his family: to his parents, Darrell and Kathy Rusk; to his brothers Cody and Brady Rusk; to his grandparents, Wayne and Katy O'Neal and Jan Rusk; to his great-grandmother, Vivian Alphin; to his aunts Stacy Hoot, Crystal Blakeney, and Yvonne Rusk; to his uncles, Wayne O'Neal, Jr., and Brian Rusk; 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 the Texas House of Representatives and Senate adjourn this day, they do so in memory of Lance Corporal Colton Rusk.

JOE STRAUS: Chair recognizes Representative Aliseda.

REP. JOSE ALISEDA: Mr. Speaker, members, it's my pleasure to welcome the family of Colton Rusk to the Capitol today. This is his father, this is Eli. And we have on the dais his mother Kathy, and his two brothers Cody and Brady. Colton gave his life to this country at the age of twenty. He graduated from Orange Grove High School where he was the prom King and Mr. Orange Grove. While in the marines he trained as a dog handler for improvised explosive device detection team. His dog Eli now lives with the Rusk family in Orange Grove. You're welcome to come meet the dog and his family. This is truly a great American hero. Thank you. I move for passage.

JOE STRAUS: Members this is a memorial resolution all those in favor, please, rise. Resolution is unanimously adopted. Representative Sheets moves to add all members' names. Is there objection? Chair hears none. So ordered.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Chair recognizes Representative Smith.

REPRESENTATIVE WAYNE SMITH: Thank you Mr. Speaker members today March the 29th is Vietnam Veterans Day. I would -- would the Vietnam veterans that just come from the Senate side where the marquis for the monument is, would some of those other veterans --

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members, could we have your attention for just a few minutes. Take your conversations outside the rail.

REPRESENTATIVE WAYNE SMITH: Anyway today we stop to remember the sacrifice of many Americans who answered our nations call to duty. March the 29th, 1973, is recognized as Vietnam Veterans Day because that's the last day we were in Vietnam and that's the last day any of us got to take the freedom bird to come home. House of Representatives recognizes that day honoring the bravery, devotion to duty, and immeasurable sacrifices of the millions of Americans and over 500,000 Texans who served in the Vietnam war. Some gave us but all gave some. My hope that on this day, Monument Day, that those that made the immeasurable sacrifice be remembered and honored. I ask you to pause and remember all those who served including those who did not come home and those who came home disabled. Service to our country is the greatest sacrifice a citizen can make. Our the veterans deserve our highest respect and gratitude. Without their service our country would not have survived as the greatest country in the world. The Texas Capitol Vietnam Monument is currently displayed on the Senate floor. There was a ceremony this morning so those of you who would like to see it, please, take the time to go visit it. Fellow House members that served in Vietnam are Representative Joe Farias, Leo Berman, Bill Zedler, Jerry Madden, and Dan Flynn, and doc -- state side. Okay. That's good. Anyway, thank you for your attention and I move passage on House Bill -- House Resolution 840.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Mr. Smith moves to suspend all necessary rules. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. So moved. Chair lays out HR840. The clerk will read the bill.

CLERK: HR840 by Smith of Harris. WHEREAS, Americans have served courageously in every war they have been summoned to fight, and those who saw duty in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War are deserving of acknowledgment for their steadfast efforts during that long and difficult conflict; and . WHEREAS, After France withdrew from Vietnam in 1954, the United States moved to support the creation of an anti-Communist Government in the southern part of the country; along with sending military aid, the United States also sent advisors to help train the South Vietnamese Army; in 1959, two such advisors became the first American military personnel to be killed in Vietnam when they died at the hands of Communist guerillas; and WHEREAS, Two years later, in May 1961, President John F. Kennedy sent the first Green Beret advisors to South Vietnam to assist its army in developing a counterinsurgency capability; by the end of 1964, the number of American advisors in South Vietnam had grown to 23,000; and . WHEREAS, In August 1964, Congress passed the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution, giving the president of the United States broad powers to wage war; early the next year, the Vietcong launched a series of attacks throughout South Vietnam; in response to the deteriorating Situation, 3,500 U.S. Marines were dispatched to that country, the first American ground combat troops to be deployed there; at the same time, the United States began an intensive bombing campaign against North Vietnam; and WHEREAS, The number of U.S. troops in Vietnam continued to Rise until it peaked at 543,400 in 1969; by that time, the number of Americans killed in the struggle surpassed the number of Americans Lost in the Korean War; the United States fought on in Vietnam until The signing of the Paris Peace Accords on January 27, 1973; two Months later, on March 29, the last American troops in Vietnam Withdrew from the country; and . WHEREAS, In addition to ending American military involvement In Vietnam, the peace agreement provided for the exchange of Prisoners; during the war, most American POWs were held at camps in North Vietnam, but some were imprisoned in South Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and China; Operation Homecoming, the repatriation effort Mounted by the United States, returned 566 military personnel and 25 civilians over the course of February and March 1973; today Approximately 1,700 Americans remain unaccounted for, most of whom Are presumed or known to have died; and WHEREAS, Altogether, 3.4 million members of the U.S. military Served in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War, and nearly 2.6 Million saw duty in South Vietnam itself; more than 58,000 American Service members, including nearly 3,500 from Texas, lost their Lives in the war, and over 150,000 were seriously injured; and . WHEREAS, The men and women who served this country in the Vietnam War, including those veterans who are members of the Texas House of Representatives, are deserving of their fellow citizens' deep respect and gratitude, and it is indeed fitting that a special day be set aside to honor their bravery, their devotion to duty, and their immeasurable sacrifice; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby recognize March 29, 2011, as Vietnam Veterans Day in the State of Texas and encourage all citizens of the Lone Star State to join in observing this solemn day of tribute and Commemoration.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Chair recognizes Representative Smith.

REPRESENTATIVE WAYNE SMITH: Members, I move adoption.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members, you've heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. So moved. Chair recognizes Representative Berman.

REPRESENTATIVE LEO BERMAN: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, members. I just want to say one word. When we came home from Vietnam after our second tour over there we came back through Travis Air Force Base right near San Francisco and the country was so uprooted at that time that at Travis Air Force Base they made us take off our military uniforms and wear civilian clothes because we couldn't go out on the streets and further depart to get back to Texas in our military uniform. I vowed at that time that our soldiers and any military personnel come back from future wars would never be treated like that again and that promise has been kept. I want to thank all of you for the way that you treat veterans that are coming back from Iraq, Afghanistan, Libya, or wherever they are serving in the world I want to you thank you for the great welcomes they get at the airports and, however, they get back to your hometown. Thank you and god bless you.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Chair recognizes Representative Flynn.

REPRESENTATIVE DAN FLYNN: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I move that we add all members' name to this resolution.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members, you've heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. So moved. Chair recognizes Representative Anchia.

REPRESENTATIVE RAFAEL ANCHIA: Thank you, Mr. Speaker and members of the House. Today we are extremely blessed to be joined by constituents of House District 103, the district that I have the extreme good fortunate of representing. And we have members from Marsh Middle School, the North Park Love Field City League, North Park Community Watch, Love Field West Crime Watch, North Park Missionary Baptist Church, Bethany Missionary Church, the Oak Cliff Lions, the Oak Cliff chamber, students, parents, and teachers who are from Thomas Jefferson High School, David G. Burnet Elementary, Williams Prep, Rosemont, K.B. Polk, Bachman Northwest Community Association, friends of the North Oak Cliff Library, officers from the Dallas police department, precinct chairs, and community activists from all over the district. And I'm so proud they got up or excuse me they were on a bus at five in the morning to drive from Dallas and have spent the day with the tour of the Capitol. I have had wonderful opportunity to interact with many of them. They had some lunch and they are here to be recognized on the House floor today. So members, please, join me in recognizing and giving applause to the people that I have the extreme good fortunate of representing in District 103. Welcome to your Texas House of Representatives. And, please, stand up and be recognized. Members I want to point out two of my very good friends and colleagues are here and for the members of District 103 two names that you need to know one is chairman Dan Branch who represents a district adjacent to District 103 and we have Representative Eric Johnson who represents District 100. Both of you know the very fine work that they to for our community in Dallas County and I'm so pleased that they are joining me here on the dais today. Thank you so much.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Chair recognizes Representative Sheffield.

REPRESENTATIVE RALPH SHEFFIELD: Thank you, chair, members. Mr. Speaker, I would like to suspend all necessary rules to take up HR1031.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members you heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Chair lays out HB1031 read in full.

CLERK: HR1031 by Sheffield. WHEREAS, Dedicated philanthropists from across the state are gathering in Austin on March 29, 2011, to commemorate Texas Charity Advocates Day at the State Capitol; and . WHEREAS, Established in 2005, TCA is devoted to the Betterment of Texas charities, and since its inception it has increased its membership from 20 to nearly 350 organizations; these groups provide a wide array of services, and they exist to meet the Needs of diverse populations and communities throughout Texas; and . WHEREAS, A powerful voice for its member organizations, TCA Works to unite these groups under their shared mission to bring vital aid to the citizens of Texas; TCA has also helped raise funds through charitable bingo games and other efforts, and it continues to encourage statewide support and raise awareness among the public about the positive results that can be achieved through charitable endeavors; and WHEREAS, Texas Charity Advocates has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to philanthropy, and in so doing, it has benefited countless individuals in the Lone Star State; now therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby recognize March 29, 2011, as Texas Charity Advocates Day at the State Capitol and extend to all those Associated with TCA sincere best wishes for continued success with Their important work; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Texas Charity Advocates as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Chair recognizes Representative Sheffield.

REPRESENTATIVE RALPH SHEFFIELD: Members, I would like to welcome all the dedicated volunteers from the across the State of Texas who have come to the State Capitol to commemorate Texas Charity Advocates Day. We have some students here who are representing the Boys and Girls Club from Killeen, Texas. We've got Bianca Nickleberry the 2011 Youth of the Year, Kathleen Wilkerson the 2010 Youth of the Year, Kaylyn Cantwell and Becka Reiman, and Iman Terry. We wish continued success for the Boys and Girls Club and also all charitable organizations associated with the Texas charitable organization. And I would like to welcome all the other volunteers from the Texas Charity Advocates Day to your House. Welcome. And, Mr. Speaker, I move passage.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members you heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Motion is adopted. Great. Representative Nash wishes to add all members' names. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. So moved. Chair recognizes Representative Scott.

REPRESENTATIVE CONNIE SCOTT: Mr. Speaker, members, I move to suspend all necessary rules to take up HCR123 that is a Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members you've heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Chair lays out HCR123. Read in full.

CLERK: HCR123 by Scott. Honoring the Vietnam Veterans Memorial funds at the national park service for their collaboration on the education center at the wall.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Chair recognizes Representative Scott.

REPRESENTATIVE CONNIE SCOTT: Mr. Speaker, I move passage.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members you heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. So moved. Chair recognizes Representative Smith. Is Representative Shelton on the floor? Is Representative Gonzalez on the floor? Chair recognizes Representative Smith.

REPRESENTATIVE WAYNE SMITH: Mr. Speaker members I move to take up all rules to consider House Resolution 1050.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members, you heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. So moved.

REPRESENTATIVE WAYNE SMITH: This resolution is recognizing --

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Chair lays out HR1051. Read the caption.

CLERK: HR1051 by Smith of Harris. Honoring Deer Park Chamber of Commerce for it's out standing work on behalf of this community.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Chair recognizes Representative Smith.

REPRESENTATIVE WAYNE SMITH: Thank you. If you look up in the north gallery you see the Deer Park Chamber of Commerce and their trip -- and we got with me Representative Legler and Representative Davis who represent parts of Deer Park. But the Deer Park Chamber of Commerce has a positive influence on the community. It's coalition of businesses and individuals who enhance the economic vitality and quality of life in the area by assisting business owners and other area citizens. Provides members with a voice in the legislative process as well as offering useful information of governmental affairs. It offers college scholarships to deserving seniors in the Deer Park Independent School District, promotes tourism, its guided by outstanding leadership. Now there was Representative Hopson did come up there didn't he Tim? Yeah, okay. There he is okay. Tim Culp who is the president of the chamber of commerce used to represent the chamber of commerce with Chuck. And Tim we have now stolen Tim from east Texas and brought him down to the gulf coast but he learned a lot up there and we're glad to have him. Thank you, members. I move passage.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members you heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Motion passed. Representative Legler moves that all members' names be added. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. So moved. Chair recognizes Representative Shelton.

REPRESENTATIVE MARK SHELTON: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I move to suspend all necessary rules to take up and consider House Bill 1050.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members you've heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Chair lays out HR1050. Clerk will read the caption.

CLERK: HR1050 by Shelton. Honoring Harmony Science Academy of Forth Worth.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Chair recognizes Representative Shelton.

REPRESENTATIVE MARK SHELTON: Move passage.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members you've heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none motion is adopted. Chair recognizes Representative Gonzalez of Williamson.

REPRESENTATIVE LARRY GONZALES: Thank you, Mr. Speaker and members. I'd like to suspend all necessary rules to take up and consider House Resolution 1028.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members, you heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair areas none. So moved. Chair lays out HR1028, caption only.

CLERK: HR1028 by Gonzalez of Williamson. Congratulating McNeil High School boys basketball team on winning the 400th game in its history.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Chair recognizes Representative Gonzalez.

REPRESENTATIVE LARRY GONZALES: Move passage.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members, you heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. So moved. Motion is adopted. Chair recognizes Representative Anderson. CHARLES "DOC" ANDERSON: Thank you, Mr. Speaker and members. It's my privilege today and Representative Hughes to recognize in the north gallery here three illustrious members of the YCT Texas. It's David Henry, Josh Teetons, and John Gimble. If y'all could help me welcome these young men here. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Chair recognizes Representative Pickett for a motion.

REPRESENTATIVE JOE PICKETT: Thank you Mr. Speaker, members. I move to suspend all following rules necessary for the Defense and Veteran's Affairs Committee to consider HB2042, 8:00 a.m. Thursday in room E2012.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members you heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. So moved. Chair recognizes Representative Pickett.

REPRESENTATIVE JOE PICKETT: The motion is to include suspending the five day posting rule to HB2042.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members, you heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. So moved. Chair recognizes Representative Hardcastle.

REPRESENTATIVE RICK HARDCASTLE: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, members. I request permission for the Committee on Agriculture and Livestock to meet while the House is in session at -- during reading and referral of bills today 3/29 in E1014 to take up pending business.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members you heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. So moved. Chair recognizes Quintanilla.

REPRESENTATIVE CHENTE QUINTANILLA: Mr. Speaker, I request permission for the Committee on Licensing and Administrative Procedures to meet while the House is in session during the reading and referral, date March 29th, 2011, in E2.012 to continue posted agenda.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members you heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. So moved. Chair recognizes Representative Davis.

REPRESENTATIVE JOHN E. DAVIS: Thank you, members, Mr. Speaker. I would like to suspend the rules of the five day posting period.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members --

REPRESENTATIVE JOHN E. DAVIS: The posting period to allow the Committee of Economic and Small Business Development to consider House Bill 1711, House Bill 2463, House Bill 2538, House Bill 2581, House Bill 2654 and House Bill 2831 on -- at 8:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 30th at room E2.010.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members you heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Motion is adopted. Chair recognizes Representative Coleman.

REPRESENTATIVE GARNET F. COLEMAN: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, members. I request permission for the Committee on County Affairs to meet while the House is in session during the reading and referral of bills today, 3/29/11, in 3W.9 to consider pending items.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members you heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. Motion adopted. Chair recognizes Representative Cook -- chair recognizes Representative Coleman.

REPRESENTATIVE GARNET F. COLEMAN: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, members. I move to suspend the following rules, the five day posting ruling, all necessary rules to allow the Committee on County Affairs to consider HB2266 by Smith, relating to fire codes certificates of compliance upon final adjournment 3/31/11 in E2.016.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members you heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. So moved. Chair recognizes Representative Cook.

REPRESENTATIVE BYRON COOK: Thank you Mr. Speaker. I move we suspend the five day posting rule to allow the Committee on State Affairs to consider HB263, HB3258 and HB1900, 30 minutes after final adjournment, recess 3/30/2011, JHR140.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members you heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. So moved. Chair recognizes Representative Cook.

REPRESENTATIVE BYRON COOK: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I request permission for the Committee on State Affairs to meet while the House is in session today during reading and referral of bills 3/29/11 at 3W15 to consider pending business.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members you heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. So moved. Chair recognizes Representative Creighton.

REPRESENTATIVE BRANDON CREIGHTON: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, members. I request permission for the Committee on State Sovereignty to meet while the House is in session during bill reading and referral today March 29th, 2011, in 1W14 to consider pending business and reconsider the vote on HB32, HB335 and HCR27.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members, you heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. So moved. Chair recognizes the very nice and honorable Ruth McClendon and gorgeous Ruth McClendon.

REP. RUTH JONES MCCLENDON: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, members. I move to suspend all necessary rules to allow and a congratulatory and memorial calendar to be set for Thursday, March 31st, 2011 at 10:00 a.m.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members you heard the motion. Is there any objection? Chair hears none so moved. Members any announcements bring them down. Clerk will read the announcements.

CLERK: The committee on Economic and Small Business Development will meet upon adjournment on March 29th, 2011, at the House Chamber on desk 14. This is will be a formal meeting to consider pending business. The committee on Economic and Small Business Development will meet at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday March 30th, 2011 at E2.010. This will be a public hearing to consider HB1711, HB2463, HB2538, HB2581, HB2654, and HB2831. The Committee on State Affairs will meet 30 minutes after final adjournment or recess on March 30th, 2011 at JHR140. This will be a public hear to consider HB263, HB3258, HB1900, and previously posted agenda. The Committee on County Affairs will meet during the reading and referral of bills on March 29th, 2011 at 3W.9. This will be a formal meeting to consider pending items. The Committee on States Sovereignty Select will meet during the reading and referral of bills today, March 29th, 2011 at 1W.14. This will be a formal meeting to consider pending business and reconsider of the vote on HB32, HB335 and HCR27. The Committee on Judiciary and Civil Jurisprudence will meet at 9:30 a.m. on March 30, 2011 at E2.036. This will be a formal meeting to consider pending business. The Committee on State Affairs will meet during reading and referral of bills on March 29th, 2011 at 3W.15. This will be a formal meeting to consider pending business. The Committee on Rules and Resolutions will meet upon adjournment today March 29th, 2011 at 1W.14. This will be a formal meeting to consider congratulatory memorial calendar. The committee on Defense and Veteran's Affairs will meet at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday March 31st, at E2.012. This will be a public hearing to consider HB2042 and pending business.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members, do we have any other announcements. Bring them down.

CLERK: The Committee on Small Business and Economic Development will meet at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 30th at E2.010. This will be a public hearing to consider HB1711, HB2463, HB2538, HB2581, HB2654, and HB2831. The Committee on State Affairs will meet 30 minutes after final adjournment or recess on March 30th, 2011 at JHR140. This will be a public hearing to consider HB263, HB3258, HB1900, and previously posted agenda.

REPRESENTATIVE MIKE HAMILTON: Members, if there is no further announcements, Representative Schwertner and Representative Donna Howard moves that the House stand adjourned, pending reading and referral of bills until 10:00 a.m. tomorrow -- pending the reading and referral of bills and resolutions. In memory of Anthony "Biff" Johnson city manager of Leander. Is there any objection? Chair hears none. So moved. The following bills on first reading of referral. HB3827 by Zerwas. Relating to the creation of the Fulshear Town Center Management District; providing authority to impose an assessment, impose a tax, and issue bonds. HB3828 by Hochberg. Relating to the creation of the Gulfton Area Municipal Management District; providing authority to impose a tax, levy an assessment, and issue bonds. HR813 by Aliseda. Honoring artist Lee Ricks of Pleasanton for his professional achievements. HR814 by Aliseda. In memory of Mark Lynn Cude of Pleasanton. HR815 by Aliseda. Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Jourdanton Independent School District. HR819 by Frullo. In memory of Harold Dennis Long of Lubbock. HR820 by Frullo. Congratulating Chief Dale Holton on his retirement from the Lubbock Police Department. HR821 by Frullo. In memory of Paul E. Taylor of Lubbock. HR822 by Schwertner. Commemorating the 25th anniversary of Reunion Ranch in Georgetown. HR823 by Schwertner. Honoring Sergeant Major Richard L. Cosper on his retirement from the Texas Army National Guard. HR824 by Schwertner. Congratulating Bert and Susy Cogdill of Georgetown on their 50th wedding anniversary. HR825 by Hilderbran. In memory of Laudys Pittard of Novice. HR826 by Gallego. In memory of Victor H. Garcia, Jr., of Del Rio. HR827 by Gallego. In memory of Guss Lines of Alpine. HR830 by Sheffield. Commemorating the 110th anniversary of the founding of RVOS Farm Mutual Insurance Company in Temple. HR832 by Gonzalez. In memory of Edmund G. Schmidt, the former mayor of Hutto. HR834 by Veasey. Congratulating Sam L. Sibert on his induction into the 2009-2010 Eastern Oklahoma State College Alumni Hall of Fame. HR836 by Hardcastle. Commemorating the 2011 Red River BBQ Battle in Vernon. HR837 by Miller. Honoring Rotary International president Ray Klinginsmith on the occasion of his visit to New Braunfels. HR838 by Miller. Commending the Cowboy Capital Rodeo Association of Bandera for its contributions to its community. HR839 by Shelton. Congratulating Austin Graham on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout. HR841 by Kolkhorst. Commending the Bellville Heritage Cowgirls for its achievements as a precision mounted drill team. HR842 by Workman. Granting permission to the South Central Texas District of Optimist International to use the house chamber on April 10, 2011. HR843 by Workman. Commending Chris C. Barron for his service as chief of the Manchaca Fire/Rescue Department and executive director of the State Firemen's and Fire Marshals' Association of Texas. HR846 Guillen. In memory of Miriam Smith Vale of Rio Grande City. HR847 by McClendon. Commemorating the centennial of the death of frontier hero U.S. Army Brigadier General John Lapham Bullis. HR848 by McClendon. In memory of Willie D. Barnett of San Antonio. HR849 by McClendon. Honoring Fayetta Francis, founder of the Vintage Jewels Chapter of the Red Hat Society, San Antonio, on the occasion of the chapter's fifth anniversary. HR851 by Burkett. Congratulating Terry Greer on being named the 2011 Firefighter of the Year by the Mesquite Fire Department. HR852 by Murphy. Congratulating Ann Woodroof on her receipt of the 2010 John E. Wolf Citizenship Cup Award from the Houston Association of REALTORS. HR853 by Murphy. Congratulating Ed Wolff on being named the 2010 REALTOR of the Year by the Houston Association of REALTORS. HR854 by Scott. In memory of Leo Raymond Vrana of Corpus Christi. HR855 by Fletcher. Commemorating the 150th anniversary of the unification of the Republic of Italy and posthumously recognizing Giuseppe Garibaldi as an honorary Texan. HR858 by Raymond. Honoring Manuelita Guajardo Juarez of Laredo on her 104th birthday. HR859 Schwertner. Congratulating Pete Kauffman of Georgetown on his 90th birthday. HR861 by Flynn. Congratulating Dick and Linda Murphy of Caddo Mills on their 50th wedding anniversary. HR862 by Flynn. Congratulating Bill and Lorena Dickard of Van on their 60th wedding anniversary. HR863 by Flynn. In memory of U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Chauncy Ryan Mays of Cookville. HR864 by Veasey. In memory of David M. Beckerman. HR865 by Veasey. Acknowledging the Slocum massacre of 1910. HR867 by Anderson.. Honoring Bill and Diane Jones of Waco on their 45th wedding anniversary. HR868 Anderson McClendon. In memory of Gail Coker of Waco. HR869 Anderson. In memory of Bernice Brown of McGregor. HR870 by Carter. Honoring the Bentwood Republican Women's Club for its many accomplishments. HR871 by Carter. Honoring the Lake Highlands Republican Women's Club of Dallas for working to make a difference in the lives of their fellow Texans. HR872 by Carter. Commending Northwood Republican Women for their achievements. HR873 by Davis of Harris. Congratulating Dr. H. Randolph Bailey on being named the Distinguished Houston Surgeon for 2011 by the Houston Surgical Society. HR874 by Quintanilla. Congratulating Edward and Eric Nunez for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. HR875 by Hughes. In memory of Benjamin Palmer Bradley of Gladewater. HR876 by Hughes. In memory of Skylar Brooke Carpenter of Quitman. HR877 by Chisum. Honoring Horace "Gorilla" Puckett and Bruce Hlesko for founding the charitable organization Fireball, which benefits the Shriners Hospital for Children in Galveston. HR878 by Murphy. Honoring Dell Thomas Holmsley of El Paso on his 71st birthday. HR879 by Hunter. In memory of Joe Michael Plummer of Corpus Christi. HR880 by Hunter. In memory of Monica Marie Villarreal of Corpus Christi. HR881 by Cain. Recognizing April 6, 2011, as Lamar County Day at the State Capitol. HR883 by Martinez. Commemorating the 75th anniversary of Valley Grande Adventist Academy in Weslaco. SB24 by Van De Putte. Relating to the prosecution, punishment, and certain criminal and civil consequences of offenses involving or related to the trafficking of persons and to certain protections for victims of those offenses. SB37 by Zaffirini. Relating to the duration of the interagency task force on ensuring appropriate care settings for persons with disabilities. SB43 by Zaffirini. Relating to the civil liability of an employer or former employer of a mental health services provider who engages in sexual exploitation of a patient or former patient. SB61 by Zaffirini. Relating to juvenile case managers. SB67 by Zaffirini. Relating to leave for junior college district or university system employees who are physically assaulted while on duty. SB85 by Nelson. Relating to the duties of the county tax assessor-collector and voter registrar regarding exemptions from jury service. SB101 by Van De Putte. Relating to the regulation of nonjudicial foreclosure on residences owned by certain members of the military, including foreclosure by a property owners' association. SB115 by Uresti. Relating to limiting the liability of space flight entities. SB116 by Uresti.. Relating to protective orders against dating violence. SB118 by Uresti. Relating to a court's authority to order a proposed patient to receive extended outpatient mental health services. SB121 by Ellis. Relating to photograph and live lineup identification procedures in criminal cases. SB132 by Wentworth. Relating to registration with the Selective Service System of certain applicants for a driver's license or personal identification certificate. SB141 by Eltife. Relating to debt management services and the regulation of debt management services providers. SB156 by Huffman. Relating to health care data collected by the Department of State Health Services and access to certain confidential patient information within the department. SB160 by Williams. Relating to the regulation of certain aggregate production operations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; providing penalties. SB176 by Huffman.. Relating to student eligibility for tuition rebates offered by general academic teaching institutions. SB192 by Nelson. Relating to patient advocacy activities by nurses and certain other persons; providing an administrative penalty. SB193 by Nelson. Relating to patient advocacy activities by nurses and certain other persons; providing an administrative penalty. SB209 by Zaffirini. Relating to the supervision of certain juvenile case managers. SB244 by Patrick. Relating to the continuing education requirements for certain peace officers. SB247 by Shapiro.. Relating to the authority of the Texas Holocaust and Genocide Commission to participate in the establishment and operation of an affiliated nonprofit organization and provide grants. SB250 by Zaffirini. Relating to protective orders for stalking victims. SB257 by Carona. Relating to the issuance of "Choose Life" license plates and the creation of the Choose Life account in the general revenue fund. SB271 by Uresti. Relating to the board of directors of the Bexar Metropolitan Water District. SB279 by Davis. Relating to inclusion of pets and other companion animals in protective orders; providing a penalty. SB292 by Watson. Relating to changes in the single-member district boundaries of the Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District. SB309 by Harris. Relating to events to receive funding through a major events trust fund. SB313 by Seliger. Relating to priority groundwater management areas. SB314 by Zaffirini. Relating to unemployment compensation eligibility and chargebacks regarding certain persons who are victims or whose immediate family members are victims of sexual assault. SB329 by Watson. Relating to the sale, recovery, and recycling of certain television equipment; providing administrative penalties. SB333 by Fraser. Relating to election procedures and qualifications of members of boards of directors for water supply or sewer service corporations. SB335 by Fraser. Relating to an exemption from regulation as health spas for certain governmental hospitals and clinics. SB341 by Uresti. Relating to the appointment of a conservator for and authorizing the dissolution of the Bexar Metropolitan Water District; providing a penalty. SB350 by Williams. Relating to the restructuring of fund obligations and accounts of the Texas Municipal Retirement System and related actuarial and accounting procedures SB351 by Williams. Relating to the maximum capacity of a container of wine sold to a retail dealer. SB360 by Fraser. Relating to the composition and use of money in the rural water assistance fund. SB361 by Duncan. Relating to indemnification provisions in construction contracts. SB370 by Seliger. Relating to the authority of the Texas Water Development Board to provide financial assistance for certain projects if the applicant has failed to complete a request for information relevant to the project. SB386 by Williams. Relating to the Lone Star College System District service area. SB390 by Hegar. Relating to the continuing issuance of freshwater fishing stamps by the Parks and Wildlife Department. SB391 by Patrick. Relating to the provision of electronic sample copies of a textbook adopted by the State Board of Education. SB396 by Deulle. Relating to the state fire marshal's investigation of the death of a firefighter who dies in the line of duty or in connection with an on-duty incident. SB398 by Duncan. Relating to the board of hospital managers of the Lubbock County Hospital District. SB411 by Estes. Relating to the amount of wine certain wineries may sell directly to consumers. SB416 by Duelle. Relating to the amount of outstanding total liability of a mortgage guaranty insurer. SB422 by Duncan. Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to contract with another entity to collect certain assessments levied by the municipality or county. SB425 by Carona. Relating to property and casualty certificates of insurance and approval of property and casualty certificate of insurance forms by the Texas Department of Insurance; providing penalties. SB576 by Eltife. Relating to reports filed with the comptroller regarding certain alcoholic beverage sales; providing a penalty. Pursuant to Rule 1, Section 4, the chair, corrects the referral of the following bills and resolutions. HB2853 by John Davis of Harris. Relating to tax increment financing from ways and means to economic and small business development. HB3468 by Patrick. Relating to assessment of public school students for college readiness and development education courses to prepare students for college level course work for public education and for higher education.

REPRESENTATIVE SUSAN KING: Members, the House stands finally recessed until 10:00 a.m. tomorrow.