(Tuesday, February 21, 2017)

The Senate met at 11:00 a.m. pursuant to adjournment and was called to order by the President.

The roll was called and the following Senators were present:  Bettencourt, Birdwell, Buckingham, Burton, Campbell, Creighton, Estes, Garcia, Hall, Hancock, Hinojosa, Huffines, Huffman, Hughes, Kolkhorst, Lucio, Menéndez, Miles, Nelson, Nichols, Perry, Rodríguez, Schwertner, Seliger, Taylor of Galveston, Taylor of Collin, Uresti, Watson, West, Whitmire, Zaffirini.

The President announced that a quorum of the Senate was present.

Pastor Tim Webb, Champion Fellowship Church, Brenham, was introduced by Senator Kolkhorst and offered the invocation as follows:

Heavenly Father, I want to thank You for the legislators whom You have granted the privilege and opportunity to govern this great state we call Texas. Your word says that the eyes of the Lord are toward the righteous and His ears are open to their cry. The face of the Lord is against evildoers, to cut off the memory of them from the Earth. The righteous cry, and the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles. Lord, I ask that You establish leadership that reflects Your heart, O God. May they hear the righteous cry and be used by You to deliver those in a time of need, for You have established the government to protect people and to provide justice. Your justice is rooted in truth and will not disappoint. Lord, our nation is divided and in desperate need of great leaders. I ask that You grant this assembly of leaders the boldness to lead in this difficult time. Lord, You have blessed this state tremendously. Therefore, I pray that this assembly will seize this moment to lead well under Your guidance as an example for other states to follow. Please give them wisdom to implement the great principles that have helped shape our state and way of life. And finally, I pray that they will have the courage to stand for truth and honest character. May their conviction for that which is right remain steadfast in honor of those great leaders who have gone before them. And now, may Your grace, peace, love, and forgiveness be found in abundance within each family that is represented today. For it is in Christ Jesus' name that I pray. Amen.

Senator Whitmire moved that the reading of the Journal of the proceedings of the previous day be dispensed with and the Journal be approved as printed.

The motion prevailed without objection.

HOUSE CHAMBER

Austin, Texas

Tuesday, February 21, 2017 - 1

The Honorable President of the Senate

Senate Chamber

Austin, Texas

Mr. President:

I am directed by the house to inform the senate that the house has taken the following action:

THE HOUSE HAS PASSED THE FOLLOWING MEASURES:

Granting the legislature permission to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning on Wednesday, February 15, 2017, and ending on Tuesday, February 21, 2017.

Respectfully,

/s/Robert Haney, Chief Clerk

House of Representatives

The following Messages from the Governor were read and were referred to the Committee on Nominations:

February 17, 2017

Austin, Texas

TO THE SENATE OF THE EIGHTY-FIFTH LEGISLATURE, REGULAR SESSION:

On January 13, 2017, I submitted the name of Mike Sullivan for appointment to the Texas Military Preparedness Commission for a term to expire February 1, 2021.

Because he resigned, I hereby withdraw his nomination and request that the Senate return the appointment to me.

Respectfully submitted,

/s/Greg Abbott

Governor

February 17, 2017

Austin, Texas

TO THE SENATE OF THE EIGHTY-FIFTH LEGISLATURE, REGULAR SESSION:

I ask the advice, consent and confirmation of the Senate with respect to the following appointments:

To be members of the Trinity River Authority Board of Directors for terms to expire as indicated:

Victoria K. "Tori" Lucas

Terrell, Texas

(replacing Michael Cronin of Terrell who is deceased)

Whitney D. Beckworth

Fort Worth, Texas

(replacing Ronald Goldman of Fort Worth whose term expired)

John W. Jenkins

Hankamer, Texas

(replacing Shirley Seale of Anahuac whose term expired)

Ronald "Kevin" Maxwell

Grapeland, Texas

(Mr. Maxwell is being reappointed)

Robert R. McFarlane, M.D.

Tennessee Colony, Texas

(replacing John W. Jenkins of Hankamer whose term expired)

Emanuel J. "Manny" Rachal

Livingston, Texas

(Mr. Rachal is being reappointed)

William O. "Will" Rodgers

Fort Worth, Texas

(replacing William W. "Bill" Collins, Jr. of Fort Worth whose term expired)

Frank H. Steed, Jr.

Kerens, Texas

(replacing Kimberly C. "Kim" Wyatt of Corsicana whose term expired)

Edward C. "Cary" Williams, III

Dallas, Texas

(replacing Valerie E. Ertz of Dallas whose term expired)

Respectfully submitted,

/s/Greg Abbott

Governor

Senator Kolkhorst was recognized and presented Dr. Eric Alford of Brenham as the Physician of the Day.

The Senate welcomed Dr. Alford and thanked him for his participation in the Physician of the Day program sponsored by the Texas Academy of Family Physicians.

The President announced the signing of the following enrolled resolution in the presence of the Senate:  HCR 60.

Senator Garcia, joined by Senator Campbell, was recognized and introduced to the Senate Dr. Kenneth Mattox.

The Senate welcomed its guest.

Senator Schwertner, joined by Senator Campbell, was recognized and introduced to the Senate a Texas EMS Trauma & Acute Care Foundation delegation.

The Senate welcomed its guests.

Senator Perry offered the following resolution:

SR 230, Recognizing February 21, 2017, as Small and Rural Incumbent Local Exchange Carriers Day.

The resolution was read and was adopted without objection.

Senator Perry was recognized and introduced to the Senate a Small and Rural Incumbent Local Exchange Carriers Day delegation.

The Senate welcomed its guests.

Senator Hinojosa offered the following resolution:

SR 197, Recognizing February 21, 2017, as Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi Day.

The resolution was read and was adopted without objection.

Senator Hinojosa, joined by Senators Kolkhorst and Lucio, was recognized and introduced to the Senate a Texas A&M University--Corpus Christi Day delegation, accompanied by Interim President and CEO Kelly Quintanilla and Student Government Association President Garrett Ransom.

The Senate welcomed its guests.

The President announced that the introduction of bills and resolutions on first reading would be postponed until the end of today's session.

There was no objection.

Senator Watson was recognized and introduced to the Senate students from Saint Edward's and Concordia universities.

The Senate welcomed its guests.

Senator Hinojosa offered the following resolution:

SR 243, Recognizing February 21, 2017, as Texas State Aquarium Day.

The resolution was read and was adopted without objection.

Senator Hinojosa was recognized and introduced to the Senate a Texas State Aquarium Day delegation, accompanied by Trustee and past Board Chair Judy Hawley, Board of Trustees Chair Rob Hall, President and CEO Tom Schmid, and Vice-president Courtney McLain.

The Senate welcomed its guests.

Senator Miles was recognized and introduced to the Senate a University of Houston-Downtown Day delegation, accompanied by Regents Paula Mendoza and Joshua Freed, Interim President Michael Olivas, Professor Carolyn Ashe, and Student Government President Mustapha Nyallay.

The Senate welcomed its guests.

Senator Bettencourt was recognized and introduced to the Senate a Houston Retired Firefighters Association delegation.

The Senate welcomed its guests.

Senator Seliger offered the following resolution:

SR 59, Recognizing February 21, 2017, as Panhandle Day.

The resolution was read and was adopted without objection.

Senator Seliger was recognized and introduced to the Senate a Panhandle Day delegation, accompanied by Barry Albrecht, Eddie Edwards, Becky Palmer, Michelle Reichert, and Brooke Trammell.

The Senate welcomed its guests.

Senator Kolkhorst offered the following resolution:

WHEREAS, Proud citizens of Washington County are visiting the State Capitol on February 21, 2017, to celebrate their rich heritage and the contributions their county has made to the story of Texas; and

WHEREAS, In the early 1820s, members of Stephen F. Austin's Old Three Hundred began settling in the area of Washington County, and they soon formed a community known as Washington-on-the-Brazos; the town became a major center of activity during the Texas Revolution, and it was the site of the Convention of 1836, where delegates signed the Texas Declaration of Independence and drafted a constitution for the new republic; that same year, Washington County was formally created, and later, from 1842 to 1845, Washington-on-the-Brazos served as the capital of the republic; and

WHEREAS, The region attracted substantial immigration and developed quickly; included among the newcomers were Germans, Czechs, and Poles, who began arriving in the mid-19th century; residents had several colleges to choose from, including Baylor University, which was established in Independence in 1846, and Soule University, which eventually merged with other schools to become Southwestern University; today, that early tradition of higher education is carried on at Blinn College, founded in 1883, in Brenham, the county seat; and

WHEREAS, Thanks to its natural beauty and prominent role in early Texas history, Washington County is a popular tourist destination; visitors can drive down scenic country roads, enjoy the recreation afforded by Lake Somerville, and step into the past at museums in Brenham, Burton, Chappell Hill, and Independence; moreover, the Star of the Republic Museum in Washington-on-the-Brazos tells the story of the Texas Republic; and

WHEREAS, Other popular attractions include Blue Bell Creameries, an eight-acre antique rose garden, the Downtown Brenham historic district, four wineries, a microbrewery, and more than 40 bed and breakfast inns; in addition, the area can boast of such well-known events as the Washington County Fair, which is the oldest county fair in Texas, along with the Burton Cotton Gin Festival, the Bluebonnet and Scarecrow Festivals in Chappell Hill, and the Brenham Maifest; and

WHEREAS, This dynamic county is one of the Lone Star State's great treasures, and it is indeed a pleasure to honor the residents of Washington County as they look forward to a bright and promising future; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby recognize February 21, 2017, as Washington County Day at the State Capitol and extend to the visiting delegation sincere best wishes for a memorable and enjoyable stay in Austin.

SR 208 was again read.

The resolution was previously adopted on Wednesday, February 15, 2017.

Senator Kolkhorst was recognized and introduced to the Senate a Washington County Day delegation.

The Senate welcomed its guests.

Senator Lucio was recognized and introduced to the Senate a Riviera Independent School District delegation, accompanied by Kaufer High School students and their teacher, Shelly Salazar.

The Senate welcomed its guests.

Senator Nelson was recognized and, on behalf of the Senate, extended anniversary wishes to Senator Lucio.

Senator Estes was recognized and introduced to the Senate a Wise County delegation.

The Senate welcomed its guests.

Senator Kolkhorst was recognized and, on behalf of the Senate, extended birthday greetings to Senator Buckingham.

Senator Kolkhorst was recognized and introduced to the Senate a Texas Food & Fuel Association Day delegation.

The Senate welcomed its guests.

Senator Menéndez was recognized and introduced to the Senate students from Northwest Crossing Elementary School.

The Senate welcomed its guests.

Senator Uresti offered the following resolution:

SR 256, Recognizing February 21, 2017, as Zavala County Day at the State Capitol.

The resolution was read and was adopted without objection.

Senator Uresti was recognized and introduced to the Senate a Zavala County Day delegation.

The Senate welcomed its guests.

Senator Campbell was recognized and introduced to the Senate a Texas Rural Hospital Advocacy Day delegation.

The Senate welcomed its guests.

Senator Kolkhorst offered the following resolution:

SR 60, Recognizing Hochheim Prairie Farm Mutual Insurance Association on the occasion of its 125th anniversary.

The resolution was again read.

The resolution was previously adopted on Monday, January 30, 2017.

Senator Kolkhorst was recognized and introduced to the Senate a Hochheim Prairie Farm Mutual Insurance Association delegation.

The Senate welcomed its guests.

Senator Hughes offered the following resolution:

SR 261, Recognizing February 21, 2017, as Texas FFA Day.

The resolution was read and was adopted without objection.

Senator Hughes was recognized and introduced to the Senate a Future Farmers of America delegation.

The Senate welcomed its guests.

The President laid before the Senate the following resolution:

WHEREAS, Section 17, Article III, Texas Constitution, provides that neither house of the legislature may adjourn for more than three days without the consent of the other house; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the 85th Legislature of the State of Texas, That each house grant the other permission to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning on Wednesday, February 22, 2017, and ending on Monday, February 27, 2017.

WHITMIRE

SCR 23 was read.

On motion of Senator Whitmire, the resolution was considered immediately and was adopted by the following vote:  Yeas 31, Nays 0.

Senator Birdwell submitted the following report from the Committee on Nominations:

We, your Committee on Nominations, to which were referred the following appointments, have had same under consideration and report them back to the Senate with a recommendation that they be confirmed:

Commissioners, Board of Pilot Commissioners for Galveston County Ports:  W. Bradshaw Boney, Galveston County; Arden Cyril Hill, Galveston County; Kenneth Roger Koncaba, Galveston County; Kelly Kathleen Lovell, Galveston County.

Commissioners, Texas Animal Health Commission:  James D. Eggleston, Parker County; Coleman Hudgins Locke, Wharton County; Stephen Michael Selman, McLennan County; Leo Dean Vermedahl, Hartley County.

Members, Board of Regents, Texas Tech University System:  John Lewis, Dallas County; John D. Steinmetz, Dallas County; John Bryan Walker, Harris County.

Senator Birdwell gave notice that he would tomorrow submit to the Senate for consideration nominations to agencies, boards, and commissions of the state.

On motion of Senator Whitmire and by unanimous consent, the Senate at 12:15 p.m. agreed to adjourn, in memory of James E. Buckner and Richard Moya, upon completion of the introduction of bills and resolutions on first reading, until 11:00 a.m. tomorrow.

The following bills and resolution were introduced, read first time, and referred to the committees indicated:

SB 701 by Huffines

Relating to the election date for the authorization of the issuance of bonds.

To Committee on Intergovernmental Relations.

SB 702 by Huffines

Relating to a minimum voter turnout requirement for an election authorizing the issuance of bonds issued by a political subdivision.

To Committee on Intergovernmental Relations.

SB 703 by Huffines

Relating to prohibiting movable early voting polling places.

To Committee on State Affairs.

SB 704 by Rodríguez

Relating to the public school finance system.

To Committee on Education.

SB 705 by Birdwell

Relating to an exception from disclosure under the public information law for certain personal information of an applicant for an appointment by the governor.

To Committee on Nominations.

SB 706 by Birdwell

Relating to the abolishment of the State Council on Competitive Government and the transfer of its functions to the comptroller.

To Committee on Business and Commerce.

SB 707 by Birdwell

Relating to the admissibility of certain recorded statements made by child abuse victims.

To Committee on Criminal Justice.

SB 708 by Birdwell

Relating to an exemption from numbering for certain vessels propelled by trolling motors.

To Committee on Agriculture, Water, and Rural Affairs.

SB 709 by Birdwell

Relating to the applicability of the electronic filing requirement for personal financial statements to certain appointed officers.

To Committee on State Affairs.

SB 710 by Birdwell

Relating to a photograph on a driver's license.

To Committee on Transportation.

SB 711 by Taylor of Collin

Relating to the date for prepayment of taxes on a dealer's heavy equipment inventory.

To Committee on Finance.

SB 712 by Hinojosa

Relating to the duration of certain protective orders against family violence.

To Committee on State Affairs.

SB 713 by Hinojosa

Relating to investigative and laboratory tests and processes conducted with respect to unidentified human remains.

To Committee on Criminal Justice.

SB 714 by Seliger

Relating to certain account disclosures provided by a financial institution to a customer.

To Committee on Business and Commerce.

SB 715 by Campbell, Bettencourt, Birdwell, Buckingham, Creighton, Schwertner

Relating to municipal annexation.

To Committee on Intergovernmental Relations.

SB 716 by Bettencourt

Relating to the sheriff's department civil service system in certain counties.

To Committee on Criminal Justice.

SB 717 by Taylor of Collin

Relating to the reappraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of property damaged in a disaster.

To Committee on Finance.

SB 718 by Creighton

Relating to the regulation of insurance adjusters.

To Committee on Business and Commerce.

SB 719 by Zaffirini

Relating to requiring the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to collect and study data on the participation of persons with intellectual disabilities in workforce education programs.

To Committee on Higher Education.

SB 720 by Perry

Relating to rules regarding the carcasses of certain birds or animals.

To Committee on Agriculture, Water, and Rural Affairs.

SB 721 by Perry

Relating to treatment and care provided by licensed medical professionals to animals in certain facilities.

To Committee on Agriculture, Water, and Rural Affairs.

SB 722 by Perry

Relating to a fee for participation in the Managed Lands Deer Program of the Parks and Wildlife Department.

To Committee on Agriculture, Water, and Rural Affairs.

SB 723 by Miles

Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store and healthy corner store revolving loan fund program.

To Committee on Agriculture, Water, and Rural Affairs.

SB 724 by Miles

Relating to limits on the size of prekindergarten classes in public schools.

To Committee on Education.

SB 725 by Miles

Relating to the authority of a school district to donate food to a nonprofit organization to be served to students of the district.

To Committee on Agriculture, Water, and Rural Affairs.

SB 727 by Garcia

Relating to excluding certain students from the computation of dropout and completion rates for purposes of public school accountability.

To Committee on Education.

SB 728 by Taylor of Collin

Relating to the regulation of the practice of physical therapy.

To Committee on Business and Commerce.

SB 729 by Buckingham

Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to pledge certain tax revenue for the payment of obligations related to hotel projects.

To Committee on Natural Resources and Economic Development.

SB 730 by Bettencourt

Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of income-producing tangible personal property having a value of less than a certain amount.

To Committee on Finance.

SB 731 by Bettencourt

Relating to the appeal through binding arbitration of certain appraisal review board orders.

To Committee on Finance.

SB 732 by Campbell

Relating to the authority of public junior colleges to offer certain courses and programs, including under agreements with independent school districts.

To Committee on Education.

SB 733 by Hancock

Relating to the sanitation and safety requirements for certain artificial bodies of water maintained for public recreational purposes.

To Committee on Business and Commerce.

SB 734 by Hancock

Relating to the sale of distilled spirits to ultimate consumers by the holder of a distiller's and rectifier's permit.

To Committee on Business and Commerce.

SB 735 by Hancock

Relating to periodic rate adjustment by electric utilities.

To Committee on Business and Commerce.

SB 736 by Hancock

Relating to the authority of the General Land Office to sell retail electric power.

To Committee on Business and Commerce.

SB 737 by Hancock

Relating to requirements for new or increased municipal fees.

To Committee on Intergovernmental Relations.

SB 738 by Kolkhorst

Relating to a filing requirement for certain petitions for the termination of the parent-child relationship.

To Committee on Health and Human Services.

SB 739 by Kolkhorst

Relating to the postponement of certain hearings in suits affecting the parent-child relationship involving the Department of Family and Protective Services.

To Committee on Health and Human Services.

SB 740 by Kolkhorst

Relating to the acquisition of property by an entity with eminent domain authority.

To Committee on State Affairs.

SB 741 by Kolkhorst

Relating to compensation to a property owner for property acquired by an entity with eminent domain authority.

To Committee on State Affairs.

SB 742 by Kolkhorst

Relating to requirements for a bona fide offer for the acquisition of property by an entity with eminent domain authority.

To Committee on State Affairs.

SB 743 by Kolkhorst

Relating to the abolition of the fee established by the commissioner of the General Land Office for processing applications for terminal facility discharge prevention and response certificates.

To Committee on Natural Resources and Economic Development.

SB 744 by Kolkhorst

Relating to a tree planting credit to offset tree mitigation fees imposed by a municipality.

To Committee on Intergovernmental Relations.

SB 745 by Kolkhorst

Relating to the exemption of certain services performed by certain employees from the sales and use tax.

To Committee on Finance.

SB 746 by Kolkhorst

Relating to a prohibition of the land application of grit or grease trap waste.

To Committee on Natural Resources and Economic Development.

SB 747 by Kolkhorst

Relating to a prohibition on the issuance by the Railroad Commission of Texas of a permit for a commercial surface disposal facility located near a municipality.

To Committee on Natural Resources and Economic Development.

SB 748 by Zaffirini

Relating to transition planning for a public school student enrolled in a special education program.

To Committee on Education.

SB 749 by Watson

Relating to certain charges by the Bastrop County Water Control and Improvement District No. 2; authorizing an increase in a fee.

To Committee on Intergovernmental Relations.

SB 750 by Birdwell, Huffines, Rodríguez

Relating to restrictions on holders of package store permits.

To Committee on Business and Commerce.

SB 798 by Huffines, Bettencourt, Birdwell, Buckingham, Burton, Campbell, Creighton, Estes, Garcia, Hall, Hancock, Hinojosa, Huffman, Hughes, Kolkhorst, Lucio, Menéndez, Miles, Nelson, Nichols, Perry, Rodríguez, Schwertner, Seliger, Taylor of Galveston, Taylor of Collin, Uresti, Watson, West, Whitmire, Zaffirini

Relating to designating July 7 as Fallen Law Enforcement Officer Day.

To Committee on Criminal Justice.

SJR 37 by Nichols

Applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for the limited purpose of proposing an amendment to the constitution to impose term limits for justices of the United States Supreme Court and to allow the states to overturn a decision of the United States Supreme Court.

To Committee on State Affairs.

On motion of Senator Hancock, Senators Burton and Perry will be shown as Co-authors of SB 10.

On motion of Senator Huffines, Senator Hinojosa will be shown as Co-author of SB 15.

On motion of Senator Taylor of Galveston, Senator Schwertner will be shown as Co-author of SB 20.

On motion of Senator Zaffirini, Senator Hinojosa will be shown as Co-author of SB 35.

On motion of Senator Zaffirini, Senator Hinojosa will be shown as Co-author of SB 42.

On motion of Senator Zaffirini, Senator Hinojosa will be shown as Co-author of SB 48.

On motion of Senator Zaffirini, Senator Watson will be shown as Co-author of SB 69.

On motion of Senator Huffines, Senator Bettencourt will be shown as Co-author of SB 258.

On motion of Senator Huffman, Senator Hinojosa will be shown as Co-author of SB 292.

On motion of Senator Watson, Senators Schwertner and Taylor of Collin will be shown as Co-authors of SB 407.

On motion of Senator Watson, Senators Schwertner and Taylor of Collin will be shown as Co-authors of SB 408.

On motion of Senator Kolkhorst, Senator Garcia will be shown as Co-author of SB 552.

On motion of Senator Kolkhorst, Senator Schwertner will be shown as Co-author of SB 555.

On motion of Senator Rodríguez, Senators Lucio and Uresti will be shown as Co-authors of SB 570.

On motion of Senator Perry, Senator Hughes will be shown as Co-author of SB 586.

On motion of Senator Schwertner, Senator Hinojosa will be shown as Co-author of SB 674.

On motion of Senator Kolkhorst, Senator Schwertner will be shown as Co-author of SB 740.

On motion of Senator Menéndez, Senator Uresti will be shown as Co-author of SB 757.

On motion of Senator Miles, Senator West will be shown as Co-author of SB 794.

The following resolutions were adopted by the Senate:

SR 213 by Hughes, In memory of Marvin H. Maberry Jr.

SR 214 by Hughes, In memory of Martha Eaves Craig.

SR 215 by Hughes, In memory of Curtis Lee Evetts.

SR 217 by Hughes, In memory of Paul W. Powell.

SR 218 by Hughes, In memory of Everett Blanford Scott.

SR 219 by Hughes, In memory of Hamp Atkinson.

SR 220 by Hughes, In memory of Billy Pat Martin.

SR 225 by Hughes, In memory of Cecil Ira Hollingshead.

SR 234 by Rodríguez, In memory of Robert Lyons.

SR 240 by Watson, In memory of Shelby H. Carter Jr.

SR 241 by Watson, In memory of Betty Baker.

SR 259 by Perry, In memory of Andy C. Esparza Jr.

SR 164 by Estes, Welcoming members of the Texas Aggregates and Concrete Association to the Capitol.

SR 212 by Hughes, Recognizing Payton McKenna Kennington for her perfect attendance record.

SR 216 by Hughes, Recognizing First United Methodist Church on the occasion of its 170th anniversary.

SR 221 by Hughes, Recognizing the Carthage High School football team for winning a state championship.

SR 222 by Hughes, Recognizing Doyle and Judy Hughes on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary.

SR 223 by Hughes, Recognizing Jack Newman on the occasion of his retirement.

SR 224 by Hughes, Recognizing Timothy Boswell on the occasion of his retirement.

SR 226 by Hughes, Recognizing Helen and Darnell Thomas Sr., on the occasion of their 65th wedding anniversary.

SR 228 by Nichols, Recognizing Montgomery County Historical Commission on the occasion of the dedication of the Lake Creek Settlement Official Texas Historical Marker.

SR 231 by Campbell, Recognizing Florence Roberta Key Fisher on the occasion of her 90th birthday.

SR 233 by Rodríguez, Recognizing Hudspeth County on the occasion of its centennial celebration.

SR 235 by Lucio, Commending Jason Padilla for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.

SR 236 by Lucio, Commending Klay Teegardin for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.

SR 237 by Lucio, Commending Avery Vega for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.

SR 242 by Watson, Recognizing George Sampleton for his contributions to his community.

SR 246 by Lucio, Recognizing Tropical Texas Behavioral Health on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.

SR 247 by Lucio, Welcoming citizens of Harlingen and San Benito to the Capitol.

SR 249 by Nelson, Recognizing Leadership Lewisville for its contributions to the community.

SR 250 by Taylor of Galveston, Recognizing Cynthia Lusignolo for her commitment to education.

SR 163 by Estes, Celebrating February 16, 2017, as East Parker County Day.

SR 229 by Nichols, Celebrating July 21, 2017, as First Lady Frances Cox Henderson Day.

SR 251 by Watson, Recognizing February 28, 2017, as TASBO Day.

SR 253 by Creighton, Declaring February 22, 2017, Chambers County Day.

SR 255 by Zaffirini, Recognizing February 22, 2017, as Texas Breastfeeding Coalition Legislative Action Day.

SR 257 by Bettencourt, Recognizing February 23, 2017, as La Belle Day.

Pursuant to a previously adopted motion, the Senate at 12:24 p.m. adjourned, in memory of James E. Buckner and Richard Moya, until 11:00 a.m. tomorrow.

The following committee reports were received by the Secretary of the Senate in the order listed:

STATE AFFAIRS — SB 378, SB 46, SB 44, SB 24, CSSB 13, SJR 38, SJR 2, SB 21, SB 413

SB 505

SR 142, SR 154, SR 169, SR 193, SR 194, SR 196, SR 198, SR 199, SR 200, SR 202, SR 203, SR 204, SR 205, SR 206, SR 207, SR 208, SR 209, SR 210, SR 211