FOURTH DAY
(Tuesday, January 24, 2023)
The Senate met at 11:00 a.m. pursuant to adjournment and was called to order by President Pro Tempore Hancock.
The roll was called and the following Senators were present: Alvarado, Birdwell, Blanco, Campbell, Creighton, Eckhardt, Flores, Gutierrez, Hall, Hancock, Hinojosa, Huffman, Hughes, Johnson, King, Kolkhorst, LaMantia, Menéndez, Middleton, Nichols, Parker, Paxton, Perry, Schwertner, Sparks, Springer, West, Whitmire, Zaffirini.
Absent-excused: Bettencourt, Miles.
The President Pro Tempore announced that a quorum of the Senate was present.
Pastor Roy F. Jones II, New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, Austin, offered the invocation as follows:
Father, we come today on this important occasion to thank You for the blessings on America and on this great State of Texas. The people of Texas have spoken and have chosen the people of this 88th legislative session to protect the state, protect their children, and to serve the great State of Texas. We deem it such a privilege to not only serve the people of Texas, but, Father, we know by serving them we are also serving You. You said through Your word that whatever we do to the least of our brothers and sisters, we also do it unto You. So, we serve with humility, we serve with dignity, we serve knowing we will make a difference in the future of all Texans. As we face serious challenges within our state, such as matters of the economy, matters around the Border, and a plethora of other challenges, give this legislative body direction to solve and ease the pain of each challenge. Father, we ask that You would unite us, for we know the old adage, United we stand, divided we fall. We know we can overcome every challenge when we are united as Texans. Give us peace and prosperity and bless this 88th legislative session. We know as You bless this session, it will also bless the people of Texas in peace as well as prosperity. Continued blessing on our nation and state and thank You for another opportunity, thank You for another day of living, and another session where we can come together and serve all Texans. Order our steps in this session as Your word says, In all our ways acknowledge You and You will direct our path. Father, we acknowledge You today and ask that You will go before us in all our decision making as we serve the people of this great state. This is our prayer to You on today and we ask that You would hear our cry. We close this prayer by thanking You in advance for what You have done, what You will do, and we proclaim that You are an awesome God. Thank You, Father God. 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.
LEAVES OF ABSENCE
On motion of Senator Whitmire, Senator Miles was granted leave of absence for today on account of illness.
On motion of Senator Whitmire, Senator Bettencourt was granted leave of absence for today on account of illness.
GUESTS PRESENTED
Senator West, on behalf of Senator Miles, was recognized and introduced to the Senate an Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, delegation celebrating their legislative day at the Capitol.
The Senate welcomed its guests.
PHYSICIAN OF THE DAY
Senator Eckhardt was recognized and presented Dr. Terrance Hines of Austin as the Physician of the Day.
The Senate welcomed Dr. Hines and thanked him for his participation in the Physician of the Day program sponsored by the Texas Academy of Family Physicians.
MESSAGES FROM THE GOVERNOR
The following Messages from the Governor were read and were referred to the Committee on Nominations:
January 19, 2023
TO THE SENATE OF THE EIGHTY-EIGHTH LEGISLATURE, REGULAR SESSION:
I ask the advice, consent and confirmation of the Senate with respect to the following appointments:
ACCOUNTANCY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF PUBLIC
Himesh M. Gandhi – Sugar Land
Appointment Date: December 21, 2021
Expiration Date: January 31, 2025
ADJUTANT GENERAL OF TEXAS
Thomas M. "Tom" Suelzer – Keller
Appointment Date: March 14, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE, CHIEF
Kristofer S. "Kris" Monson – Driftwood
Appointment Date: June 16, 2022
Expiration Date: May 15, 2024
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS
Kevin J. Lilly – Houston
Appointment Date: January 6, 2023
Expiration Date: November 15, 2027
ANGELINA AND NECHES RIVER AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Erin L. Holloway – Arp
Appointment Date: October 20, 2021
Expiration Date: September 5, 2027
Dale G. Morton – Nacogdoches
Appointment Date: October 20, 2021
Expiration Date: September 5, 2027
Francis G. Spruiell – Center
Appointment Date: October 20, 2021
Expiration Date: September 5, 2027
ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS
Alecysa H. "Ali" Broyles, D.V.M. – Weatherford
Appointment Date: November 19, 2021
Expiration Date: September 6, 2027
Kenneth G. "Ken" Jordan – San Saba
Appointment Date: November 19, 2021
Expiration Date: September 6, 2027
Coleman H. Locke – Wharton
Appointment Date: November 19, 2021
Expiration Date: September 6, 2027
Benjamin L. Turner, Ph.D. – Kingsville
Appointment Date: November 19, 2021
Expiration Date: September 6, 2027
ARCHITECTURAL EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF
Robert S. "Bob" Wetmore – Austin
Appointment Date: September 8, 2021
Expiration Date: January 31, 2027
ARTS, TEXAS COMMISSION ON THE
Keenan Fletcher – Llano
Appointment Date: November 16, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
Diane Milliken Garza, Ph.D. – Brownsville
Appointment Date: November 16, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
Marci L. Roberts – Marathon
Appointment Date: November 16, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Cynthia A. Flores – Round Rock
Appointment Date: October 25, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
Christine T. Giese – Brenham
Appointment Date: October 25, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
Charles R. "Rick" Huber, III – Granbury
Appointment Date: October 25, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
Helen Jimenez – Richmond
Appointment Date: October 25, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
John Henry Luton – Granbury
Appointment Date: October 25, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
Anthony "Tony" Mbroh – Dallas
Appointment Date: October 25, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2025
David "Austin" Ruiz, O.D. – Harker Heights
Appointment Date: October 25, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
William W. "Ford" Taylor, III – Waco
Appointment Date: October 25, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
CANADIAN RIVER COMPACT COMMISSIONER
Roger S. Cox – Amarillo
Appointment Date: February 10, 2022
Expiration Date: December 31, 2027
CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE AND STROKE, COUNCIL ON
Lourdes M. Cuellar – Houston
Appointment Date: September 13, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
CEMETERY COMMITTEE, STATE
Thomas N. "Tom" Sellers – Austin
Appointment Date: August 17, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF
Joshua "Josh" Hollub – La Porte
Appointment Date: November 15, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
COASTAL WATER AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Thomas A. "Tom" Reiser – Houston
Appointment Date: June 20, 2022
Expiration Date: April 1, 2023
Jon M. "Mark" Sjolander – Dayton
Appointment Date: June 20, 2022
Expiration Date: April 1, 2024
Douglas E. "Doug" Walker – Beach City
Appointment Date: June 20, 2022
Expiration Date: April 1, 2023
COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY, LOWER
Matthew L. "Matt" Arthur – La Grange
Appointment Date: October 20, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
COMMUNITY-BASED CARE TRANSITION, DIRECTOR OF THE OFFICE OF
George J. Cannata, Jr. – Fort Worth
Appointment Date: January 9, 2023
Expiration Date:
CORRECTIONAL MANAGED HEALTH CARE COMMITTEE
Kristen S. "Kris" Coons – San Antonio
Appointment Date: August 11, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
Brian P. Edwards, M.D. – El Paso
Appointment Date: April, 13, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2025
Julia A. Hiner, M.D. – Houston
Appointment Date: April, 13, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2025
COUNTY AND DISTRICT RETIREMENT SYSTEM BOARD OF TRUSTEES, TEXAS
Charles C. "Chris" Davis – Alto
Appointment Date: June 21, 2022
Expiration Date: December 31, 2027
Samuel G. "Sammy" Farias – Beeville
Appointment Date: June 21, 2022
Expiration Date: December 31, 2027
Deborah M. Hunt – Georgetown
Appointment Date: June 21, 2022
Expiration Date: December 31, 2027
CREDIT UNION COMMISSION
John D. "David" Bleazard – Katy
Appointment Date: April 5, 2022
Expiration Date: February 15, 2027
Julia R. "Beckie" Stockstill Cobb – Deer Park
Appointment Date: April 5, 2022
Expiration Date: February 15, 2027
CRIME STOPPERS COUNCIL, TEXAS
Charles P. "Perry" Gilmore, III, Ph.D. – Amarillo
Appointment Date: November 19, 2021
Expiration Date: September 1, 2027
Carlo G. Hernandez – Brownsville
Appointment Date: November 19, 2021
Expiration Date: September 1, 2025
DEAF, GOVERNING BOARD OF THE TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE
Kathy L. Sellers – Kosse
Appointment Date: July 26, 2022
Expiration Date: January 31, 2027
DENTAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF
Ricky P. Garcia – Pasadena
Appointment Date: November 30, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
DISTRICT ATTORNEY, 1ST JUDICIAL DISTRICT, SABINE AND SAN AUGUSTINE COUNTIES
Paul A. Robbins – San Augustine
Appointment Date: October 19, 2022
Expiration Date: December 31, 2024
DISTRICT ATTORNEY, 34TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT, CULBERSON, HUDSPETH, AND EL PASO COUNTIES
Billy D. "Bill" Hicks, Jr. – El Paso
Appointment Date: December 14, 2022
Expiration Date: December 31, 2024
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION BOAD OF DIRECTORS, TEXAS
Arun Agarwal – Dallas
Appointment Date: July 6, 2022
Expiration Date:
Adrian S. Cannady – Belton
Appointment Date: July 6, 2022
Expiration Date:
Samuel D. "David" Deanda, Jr. – Mission
Appointment Date: July 6, 2022
Expiration Date:
Kathryn M. "Katie" Farmer – Fort Worth
Appointment Date: July 6, 2022
Expiration Date:
L. Frederick "Rick" Francis – El Paso
Appointment Date: July 6, 2022
Expiration Date:
Mauricio Gutierrez – Houston
Appointment Date: July 6, 2022
Expiration Date:
George H. "Trey" Henderson, III – Lufkin
Appointment Date: July 6, 2022
Expiration Date:
Peter J. Holt – San Antonio
Appointment Date: July 6, 2022
Expiration Date:
Eduardo Margain – Austin
Appointment Date: July 6, 2022
Expiration Date:
EDUCATION CHAIR, STATE BOARD OF
Keven Ellis, D.C. – Lufkin
Appointment Date: September 17, 2021
Expiration Date: September 16, 2023
EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR
Cristina I. Galindo – Houston
Appointment Date: February 14, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
Bena L. Glasscock – Adrian
Appointment Date: September 9, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
Michael D. McFarland, Ed.D. – Crowley
Appointment Date: December 20, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
Scott R. Muri, Ed.D. – Odessa
Appointment Date: March 21, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
Josue Tamarez Torres – Forney
Appointment Date: November 9, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2025
EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE
Edwina L. Lane – Ector
Appointment Date: January 6, 2023
Expiration Date: September 1, 2023
Larry L. "Chip" VanSteenberg – Conroe
Appointment Date: September 20, 2021
Expiration Date: September 1, 2027
Von C. Washington – El Paso
Appointment Date: September 20, 2021
Expiration Date: September 1, 2027
EMERGENCY SERVICES RETIREMENT SYSTEM BOARD OF TRUSTEES, TEXAS
Pilar Rodriguez – Edinburg
Appointment Date: August 10, 2022
Expiration Date: September 1, 2027
Brian J. Smith – Austin
Appointment Date: August 10, 2022
Expiration Date: September 1, 2027
EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS BOARD OF TRUSTEES
John R. Rutherford – Houston
Appointment Date: May 19, 2022
Expiration Date: August 31, 2024
ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS, TEXAS BOARD OF PROFESSIONAL
Albert L. Cheng – Houston
Appointment Date: January 13, 2022
Expiration Date: September 26, 2027
Karen A. Friese – Austin
Appointment Date: January 13, 2022
Expiration Date: September 26, 2027
Catherine H. "Cathy" Norwood – Midland
Appointment Date: January 13, 2022
Expiration Date: September 26, 2027
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
Jonathan K. "Jon" Niermann – Austin
Appointment Date: September 7, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS
Lawrence B. "Larry" Long – Dallas
Appointment Date: February 22, 2022
Expiration Date: January 31, 2027
FAMILY AND PROTECTIVE SERVICES, COMMISSIONER OF THE DEPARTMENT OF
Stephanie B. Muth – Austin
Appointment Date: January 2, 2023
Expiration Date: August 31, 2023
FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS
Robert I. "Bob" Borochoff – Houston
Appointment Date: June 27, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2028
Glen M. "Marty" Green – Dallas
Appointment Date: June 27, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2028
Phillip A. Holt – Bonham
Appointment Date: June 27, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2028
Alice Roselyn E. "Rosie" Morris, Ph.D. – San Marcos
Appointment Date: March 24, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2026
Deborah S. "Debbie" Scanlon – Missouri City
Appointment Date: June 27, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2028
FORENSIC SCIENCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
Jeffrey J. Banard, M.D. – Dallas
Appointment Date: January 27, 2022
Expiration Date: September 1, 2023
Michael D. Coble, Ph.D. – Keller
Appointment Date: January 27, 2022
Expiration Date: September 1, 2023
Mark G. Daniel – Fort Worth
Appointment Date: January 27, 2022
Expiration Date: September 1, 2023
Sarah Kerrigan, Ph.D. – The Woodlands
Appointment Date: January 27, 2022
Expiration Date: September 1, 2023
Jarvis J. Parsons – Bryan
Appointment Date: January 27, 2022
Expiration Date: September 1, 2023
FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS
Eric C. Opiela – Austin
Appointment Date: March 29, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2025
GALVESTON COUNTY PORTS, BOARD OF PILOT COMMISSIONERS FOR
James P. "J.P." Bryan, Jr. – Galveston
Appointment Date: April 29, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2026
GUADALUPE RIVER AUTHORITY, UPPER
Richard G. "Dick" Eastland – Hunt
Appointment Date: August 8, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2025
GULF COAST AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Amber M. Batson – Tomball
Appointment Date: November 4, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2023
HEALTH COORDINATING COUNCIL, STATEWIDE
Carol A. M. Boswell, Ed.D. – Andrews
Appointment Date: October 20, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
Kenneth J. "Ken" Holland – Huntsville
Appointment Date: October 20, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
Emily R. Hunt, D.N.P. – Houston
Appointment Date: October 20, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2023
Quincy C. Moore, III, Ph.D. – Cypress
Appointment Date: November 29, 2022
Expiration Date: August 31, 2025
Tamara G. Rhodes – Amarillo
Appointment Date: October 20, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
Melinda A. Rodriguez, D.P.T – San Antonio
Appointment Date: October 20, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
Cheletta L. Watkins, M.D. – Forney
Appointment Date: November 29, 2022
Expiration Date: August 31, 2025
Yasser F. Zeid, M.D. – Tyler
Appointment Date: October 20, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS, TEXAS
Paula E. Anthony-McMann, Ph.D. – Tyler
Appointment Date: September 15, 2021
Expiration Date: June 15, 2023
Victoria Ai Linh Bryant, Pharm.D. – Houston
Appointment Date: September 15, 2021
Expiration Date: June 15, 2023
Shannon S. Calhoun – Goliad
Appointment Date: September 15, 2021
Expiration Date: June 15, 2023
Salil V. Deshpande, M.D. – Houston
Appointment Date: September 15, 2021
Expiration Date: June 15, 2023
Kenneth S. James – Volente
Appointment Date: September 15, 2021
Expiration Date: June 15, 2023
Jerome P. Lisk, M.D. – Tyler
Appointment Date: September 15, 2021
Expiration Date: June 15, 2023
Leticia C. Rodriguez – Monahans
Appointment Date: September 15, 2021
Expiration Date: June 15, 2023
Jonathan J. Sandstrom Hill – Lakeway
Appointment Date: September 15, 2021
Expiration Date: June 15, 2023
Siobhan Shahan – Lubbock
Appointment Date: September 15, 2021
Expiration Date: June 15, 2023
Cynthia A. "Cindy" Stinson, Ph.D. – Lumberton
Appointment Date: September 15, 2021
Expiration Date: June 15, 2023
Carlos J. Vital, M.D. – Friendswood
Appointment Date: September 15, 2021
Expiration Date: June 15, 2023
HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
Richard L. "Rick" Clemmer – Austin
Appointment Date: September 13, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2023
Robert P. Gauntt – Austin
Appointment Date: September 13, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
Daniel O. Wong, Ph.D. – Houston
Appointment Date: October 19, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
Brandon A. Batch – Midland
Appointment Date: March 21, 2022
Expiration Date: January 31, 2027
Anna Maria Farias – San Antonio
Appointment Date: March 21, 2022
Expiration Date: January 31, 2027
Holland R. Harper – Paris
Appointment Date: December 1, 2022
Expiration Date: January 31, 2023
INDIGENT DEFENSE COMMISSION, GOVERNING BOARD OF THE TEXAS
Valerie Covey – Georgetown
Appointment Date: May 5, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
Richard A. Evans – Bandera
Appointment Date: May 5, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
Mary K. "Missy" Medary – Corpus Christi
Appointment Date: May 5, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
INDUSTRIALIZED BUILDING CODE COUNCIL, TEXAS
Suzanne R. Arnold – Garland
Appointment Date: February 17, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
Devin D. Duvak – Burleson
Appointment Date: November 18, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
Janet M. Hoffman – Galveston
Appointment Date: February 17, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
Otis W. Jones, Jr. – Houston
Appointment Date: February 17, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
Binoy J. Kurien – Pearland
Appointment Date: February 17, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
Edwin O. "Scooter" Lofton, Jr. – Horseshoe Bay
Appointment Date: February 17, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
Edward E. "Eddie" Martin, Jr. – Austin
Appointment Date: February 17, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
Scott A. McDonald – Keller
Appointment Date: February 17, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
John D. "Johnny" Scholl, III – Claude
Appointment Date: February 17, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
Stephen C. Shang – Austin
Appointment Date: February 17, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
William F. "Dubb" Smith, III – Dripping Springs
Appointment Date: February 17, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF
Jeffrey W. Allison – Houston
Appointment Date: April 22, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
Christopher "Stephen" Franke – Dallas
Appointment Date: April 22, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
Jeffrey W. Tayon – Houston
Appointment Date: January 9, 2023
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF
Cassandra J. "Cassie" Brown – Cost
Appointment Date: September 7, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
JEFFERSON AND ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF PILOT COMMISSIONERS
Christopher S. "Chris" Guy – Beaumont
Appointment Date: November 9, 2021
Expiration Date: August 22, 2023
Charles E. "Charlie" Holder – Vidor
Appointment Date: August 23, 2022
Expiration Date: August 22, 2024
William G. "Will" Jenkins, III – Beaumont
Appointment Date: August 23, 2022
Expiration Date: August 22, 2024
Shawn M. Sparrow – Beaumont
Appointment Date: November 9, 2021
Expiration Date: August 22, 2023
Milton B. "Brad" Taylor – Bridge City
Appointment Date: November 9, 2021
Expiration Date: August 22, 2023
JUDGE, 474TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT, MCLENNAN COUNTY
Edward A. "Alan" Bennett – Waco
Appointment Date: December 19, 2022
Expiration Date: December 31, 2024
JUDGE, 475TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT, SMITH COUNTY
Taylor B. Heaton – Tyler
Appointment Date: January 1, 2023
Expiration Date: December 31, 2024
JUDGE, 476TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT, HIDALGO COUNTY
Horacio Peña, Jr. – Mission
Appointment Date: December 2, 2022
Expiration Date: December 31, 2024
JUDGE, 480TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT, WILLIAMSON COUNTY
Scott K. Field – Liberty Hill
Appointment Date: October 1, 2022
Expiration Date: December 31, 2024
JUDGE, 483RD JUDICIAL DISTRICT, HAYS COUNTY
Tanner M. Neidhardt – Dripping Springs
Appointment Date: December 1, 2022
Expiration Date: December 31, 2024
JUDGE, CRIMINAL DISTRICT COURT NO. 2, DALLAS COUNTY
Justin J. "J.J." Koch – Dallas
Appointment Date: January 4, 2023
Expiration Date: December 31, 2024
JUDGE, CRIMINAL DISTRICT COURT NO. 3, TARRANT COUNTY
Douglas A. "Doug" Allen – Fort Worth
Appointment Date: January 5, 2023
Expiration Date: December 31, 2024
JUDICIAL COMPENSATION COMMISSION
Guy A. "Tony" Fidelie, Jr. – Wichita Falls
Appointment Date: October 25, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
JUDICIAL CONDUCT, STATE COMMISSION ON
Andrew M. "Andy" Kahan – Houston
Appointment Date: December 21, 2022
Expiration Date: November 19, 2027
Kathy P. Ward – Plano
Appointment Date: November 22, 2021
Expiration Date: November 19, 2027
JUDICIAL COUNCIL, TEXAS
Zina G. Bash – Austin
Appointment Date: October 25, 2021
Expiration Date: June 30, 2027
Jennifer V. "Jenn" Caughey – Houston
Appointment Date: November 10, 2021
Expiration Date: June 30, 2027
JUSTICE, FIFTH COURT OF APPEALS
Emily A. Miskel – McKinney
Appointment Date: December 20, 2022
Expiration Date: December 31, 2024
JUSTICE, SIXTH COURT OF APPEALS
Daymon J. "Jeff" Rambin – Henderson
Appointment Date: January 1, 2023
Expiration Date: December 31, 2024
JUVENILE JUSTICE BOARD, TEXAS
Cynthia "Cyndi" Wheless – McKinney
Appointment Date: December 21, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
Justin L. Berry – Spicewood
Appointment Date: August 5, 2022
Expiration Date: August 30, 2027
Charon "Martina" Lemond Dixon – Kingwood
Appointment Date: August 5, 2022
Expiration Date: August 30, 2023
Kimberley A. "Kim" Lemaux – Arlington
Appointment Date: March 22, 2022
Expiration Date: August 30, 2027
Mario Lizcano, Jr. – Pharr
Appointment Date: March 22, 2022
Expiration Date: August 30, 2027
LEASE OF TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE LANDS, BOARD FOR
Erin E. Lunceford – Houston
Appointment Date: June 28, 2022
Expiration Date: September 1, 2023
LEASE OF TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE LANDS, BOARD FOR
Clifton E. "Cliff" Bickerstaff – Amarillo
Appointment Date: June 28, 2022
Expiration Date: September 1, 2023
LIBRARY AND ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS STATE
David Iglesias – Tyler
Appointment Date: April 12, 2022
Expiration Date: September 28, 2027
Nancy Painter Paup – Fort Worth
Appointment Date: April 12, 2022
Expiration Date: September 28, 2027
Martha D. Wong, Ed.D. – Houston
Appointment Date: April 12, 2022
Expiration Date: September 28, 2027
LICENSING AND REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF
Sujeeth Draksharam – Sugar Land
Appointment Date: December 8, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
Richard S. "Rick" Figueroa – Brenham
Appointment Date: June 29, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
Lori K. High – Spicewood
Appointment Date: June 29, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS
Robert G. Rivera– Dallas
Appointment Date: November 23, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
LOW-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE WASTE DISPOSAL COMPACT COMMISSION, TEXAS
Linda L. Morris – Waco
Appointment Date: May 18, 2022
Expiration Date: September 1, 2027
Sumana Nayak – Andrews
Appointment Date: May 18, 2022
Expiration Date: September 1, 2027
MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS
Michael E. Cokinos – Houston
Appointment Date: September 20, 2021
Expiration Date: April 13, 2027
Kandace B. Farmer, D.O. – Southlake
Appointment Date: September 20, 2021
Expiration Date: April 13, 2027
LuAnn R. Morgan – Midland
Appointment Date: September 20, 2021
Expiration Date: April 13, 2027
Jayaram B. "Jay" Naidu, M.D. – Odessa
Appointment Date: September 20, 2021
Expiration Date: April 13, 2027
Ebony V. Todd – Fort Hood
Appointment Date: September 20, 2021
Expiration Date: April 13, 2027
Sherif Zaafran, M.D. – Houston
Appointment Date: September 20, 2021
Expiration Date: April 13, 2027
MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS
Michael L. "Mike" Boyd – Christoval
Appointment Date: November 23, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2025
Todd M. Fox – Belton
Appointment Date: January 9, 2023
Expiration Date: February 1, 2025
Michael Bob Starr – Abilene
Appointment Date: January 9, 2023
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
Timothy W. "Tim" Strawther – Bulverde
Appointment Date: November 23, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
MOTOR VEHICLE CRIME PREVENTION AUTHORITY
Charla K. Brotherton – Fort Worth
Appointment Date: February 24, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2025
Rebecca Cantu-Serrano – Houston
Appointment Date: June 23, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
Patrick D. "Dean" Smith – North Richland Hills
Appointment Date: March 25, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT SYSTEM BOARD OF TRUSTEES, TEXAS
David A. Landis – Perryton
Appointment Date: May, 17, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY BOARD OF DIRECTORS, TEXAS
Kevin M. Robnett – Fort Worth
Appointment Date: June 22, 2022
Expiration Date: July 1, 2027
NECHES VALLEY AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS, LOWER
Lonnie B. Grissom, Jr. – Woodville
Appointment Date: September 16, 2021
Expiration Date: July 28, 2027
Virginia "Ivy" Pate – Beaumont
Appointment Date: September 16, 2021
Expiration Date: July 28, 2027
Juanita "Jeanie" Turk – Sour Lake
Appointment Date: September 16, 2021
Expiration Date: July 28, 2027
NORTH TEXAS TOLLWAY AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Frankie "Lynn" Gravley – Gunter
Appointment Date: October 22, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2023
NUECES RIVER AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Elizabeth P. Aliseda, O.D. – Beeville
Appointment Date: January 6, 2023
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
Allan P. Bloxsom, III – Uvalde
Appointment Date: January 6, 2023
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
Ross G. Cansino – George West
Appointment Date: January 6, 2023
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF
Tyrone P. Sharp, Ph.D. – Houston
Appointment Date: June 8, 2022
Expiration Date: January 31, 2023
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF
Estrella Barrera – Austin
Appointment Date: May 4, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
ONE-CALL BOARD OF TEXAS
Robert J. Bridge – Normanna
Appointment Date: February 7, 2022
Expiration Date: August 31, 2024
Richard L. "Rich" Gann, Jr. – Sugar Land
Appointment Date: February 7, 2022
Expiration Date: August 31, 2024
Marcela S. Navarrete – El Paso
Appointment Date: February 7, 2022
Expiration Date: August 31, 2024
Manish Seth – Missouri City
Appointment Date: February 7, 2022
Expiration Date: August 31, 2024
PARDONS AND PAROLES, BOARD OF
Elodia G. Brito – Amarillo
Appointment Date: September 1, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
Marsha S. Moberley – Cedar Park
Appointment Date: March 25, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2025
PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND CORPORATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS, TEXAS
Bradfield D. "Brad" Wright – Houston
Appointment Date: January 18, 2022
Expiration Date: January 1, 2027
PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF
Ian N. Shaw – Dallas
Appointment Date: December 20, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
Rebecca "Suzette" Tijerina – Castle Hills
Appointment Date: December 20, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
Jennifer D. "Jenny" Yoakum – Kilgore
Appointment Date: December 20, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
PHYSICAL THERAPY EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF
Omar Palomin, D.P.T. – McAllen
Appointment Date: May 4, 2022
Expiration Date: January 31, 2023
PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF
Darren K. Black – Abilene
Appointment Date: October 21, 2021
Expiration Date: September 5, 2027
Milton R. Gutierrez – Georgetown
Appointment Date: October 21, 2021
Expiration Date: September 5, 2027
Thomas O. "Tommy" Rice, Jr. – Spring
Appointment Date: October 21, 2021
Expiration Date: September 5, 2027
Norma A. Yado – McAllen
Appointment Date: April 4, 2022
Expiration Date: September 5, 2023
PRESIDING JUDGE, EIGHTH ADMINISTRATIVE JUDICIAL REGION
David L. Evans – Fort Worth
Appointment Date: June 21, 2022
Expiration Date: June 21, 2026
PRESIDING JUDGE, ELEVENTH ADMINISTRATIVE JUDICIAL REGION
Susan B. Brown – Houston
Appointment Date: April 11, 2022
Expiration Date: May 10, 2026
PRESIDING JUDGE, FIRST ADMINISTRATIVE JUDICIAL REGION
Raymond G. "Ray" Wheless – McKinney
Appointment Date: April 11, 2022
Expiration Date: May 17, 2026
PRESIDING JUDGE, FOURTH ADMINISTRATIVE JUDICIAL REGION
Sidney L. "Sid" Harle – San Antonio
Appointment Date: September 8, 2021
Expiration Date: September 8, 2025
PRESIDING JUDGE, SECOND ADMINISTRATIVE JUDICIAL REGION
Robert H. Trapp – Coldspring
Appointment Date: May 21, 2022
Expiration Date: May 22, 2026
PRESIDING JUDGE, TENTH ADMINISTRATIVE JUDICIAL REGION
Fredrick "Alfonso" Charles – Longview
Appointment Date: February 22, 2022
Expiration Date: March 30, 2026
PRESIDING JUDGE, THIRD ADMINISTRATIVE JUDICIAL REGION
Dibrell W. "Dib" Waldrip – New Braunfels
Appointment Date: November 30, 2022
Expiration Date: December 19, 2026
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT AND SMALL BUSINESS INCUBATOR BOARD
Edward J. Crawford – Dallas
Appointment Date: November 15, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
Manuel "Manny" Salazar, III – Kingsville
Appointment Date: November 15, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF
John K. Bielamowicz – Waxahachie
Appointment Date: November 1, 2021
Expiration Date: October 31, 2027
Mark E. Cartwright, Ph.D. – Dallas
Appointment Date: November 1, 2021
Expiration Date: October 31, 2027
Roxana I. Lambdin, Ph.D. – Kerrville
Appointment Date: November 1, 2021
Expiration Date: October 31, 2027
PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS
Lance S. Etcheverry – Athens
Appointment Date: August 15, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2025
PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION OF TEXAS
Kathleen T. Jackson – Beaumont
Appointment Date: August 5, 2022
Expiration Date: September 1, 2027
PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, CHIEF EXECUTIVE AND PUBLIC COUNSEL OF THE OFFICE OF
Courtney K. Hjaltman – Austin
Appointment Date: December 19, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS
Rebecca A. Contreras – Hutto
Appointment Date: September 10, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2025
Constance C. "Connie" McNabb, D.V.M. – Montgomery
Appointment Date: September 10, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
Arvel J. "A.J." Waight, Jr. – Willow City
Appointment Date: September 10, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
RED RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Todd W. Boykin – Amarillo
Appointment Date: October 25, 2021
Expiration Date: August 11, 2027
Jerry Bob Daniel – Truscott
Appointment Date: October 25, 2021
Expiration Date: August 11, 2027
Tonya D. Detten – Panhandle
Appointment Date: May 3, 2022
Expiration Date: August 11, 2025
Conrad J. Masterson, Jr. – Cee Vee
Appointment Date: October 25, 2021
Expiration Date: August 11, 2027
REGIONAL MOBILITY AUTHORITY, ALAMO
Michael J. "Mike" Lynd, Jr. – San Antonio
Appointment Date: March 11, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
REGIONAL MOBILITY AUTHORITY, CAMERON COUNTY
Frank Parker, Jr. – Brownsville
Appointment Date: March 3, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
REGIONAL MOBILITY AUTHORITY, NORTH EAST TEXAS
Gary N. Halbrooks – Bullard
Appointment Date: March 1, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
REGIONAL MOBILITY AUTHORITY, WEBB COUNTY - CITY OF LAREDO
Jed A. Brown - Laredo
Appointment Date: March 2, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
RISK MANAGEMENT BOARD
William E. Brown - San Antonio
Appointment Date: March 22, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
Gerald F. Ladner, Sr. - Austin
Appointment Date: March 22, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Elton D. Brock - Marshall
Appointment Date: February 15, 2022
Expiration Date: July 6, 2027
Darrin R. "Rudy" Rudolph - Longview
Appointment Date: February 15, 2022
Expiration Date: July 6, 2027
Jeanette L. Sterner - Holly Lake Ranch
Appointment Date: February 15, 2022
Expiration Date: July 6, 2027
SABINE RIVER COMPACT ADMINISTRATION
Connie Wade Gipson - Longview
Appointment Date: July 14, 2022
Expiration Date: July 12, 2028
SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Derek J. Gaudlitz - Floresville
Appointment Date: January 11, 2022
Expiration Date: November 19, 2025
SAN JACINTO RIVER AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ronald W. "Ronnie" Anderson - Mont Belvieu
Appointment Date: November 8, 2021
Expiration Date: October 16, 2027
Billie R. "Stacey" Buick - Montgomery
Appointment Date: November 8, 2021
Expiration Date: October 16, 2027
Stephanie A. Johnson - Montgomery
Appointment Date: July 7, 2022
Expiration Date: October 16, 2025
SCHOOL LAND BOARD
James B. "Brad" Curlee - Round Rock
Appointment Date: December 15, 2022
Expiration Date: August 29, 2023
Michael A. Neill - Athens
Appointment Date: December 15, 2022
Expiration Date: August 29, 2023
SCHOOL SAFETY CENTER BOARD, TEXAS
Isaac W. "Bill" Avera - Jacksonville
Appointment Date: May 27, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
Craig R. Bessent - Abilene
Appointment Date: May 27, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
Kerri W. Ranney Brady - Magnolia
Appointment Date: May 27, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
Cary B. "Bryan" Hedrick - Hereford
Appointment Date: May 27, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
Teresa K. "Terri" Oldham - Jarrell
Appointment Date: May 27, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
Noe E. Perez - Laguna Vista
Appointment Date: December 9, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
Alan S. Trevino – Burnet
Appointment Date: May 27, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
SECRETARY OF STATE
Jane Nelson - Flower Mound
Appointment Date: January 5, 2023
Expiration Date: January 18, 2027
SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE
Christine "Tina" Yturria Buford - Harlingen
Appointment Date: April 20, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2024
TEACHER RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Brittny G. Allred - Dallas
Appointment Date: January 9, 2023
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
John W. Elliott - Austin
Appointment Date: January 9, 2023
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
Elvis D. Williams - Fair Oaks Ranch
Appointment Date: January 9, 2023
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM BOARD OF REGENTS
Antonio "Tony" Abad - San Antonio
Appointment Date: September 15, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
Curtis C. Cleveland - Waco
Appointment Date: September 15, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
Sandra L. "Lizzy" de la Garza Putegnat - Harlingen
Appointment Date: September 15, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
Robert J. "Robb" Misso, III - Cedar Park
Appointment Date: January 9, 2023
Expiration Date: August 31, 2023
TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY BOARD OF REGENTS
Shelley S. Sweatt, Ed.D. - Wichita Falls
Appointment Date: September 17, 2021
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
TEXNET TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Philip M. "Mark" Boyd, Ph.D. - Houston
Appointment Date: November 10, 2021
Expiration Date:
David L. "Dave" Cannon - Midland
Appointment Date: May 6, 2022
Expiration Date:
J. Calvin "Cal" Cooper, Ph.D. - Houston
Appointment Date: November 10, 2021
Expiration Date:
Christopher B. "Chris" Hillman - Irving
Appointment Date: November 10, 2021
Expiration Date:
Scott C. Mitchell - The Woodlands
Appointment Date: November 10, 2021
Expiration Date:
Jeffrey A. "Jeff" Nunn, Ph.D. - Houston
Appointment Date: November 10, 2021
Expiration Date:
Kris J. Nygaard, Ph.D. - Houston
Appointment Date: November 10, 2021
Expiration Date:
Brian W. Stump, Ph.D. - McKinney
Appointment Date: November 10, 2021
Expiration Date:
Aaron A. Velasco, Ph.D. - El Paso
Appointment Date: November 10, 2021
Expiration Date:
TRINITY RIVER AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Benny L. Fogleman - Livingston
Appointment Date: April 19, 2022
Expiration Date: March 15, 2027
Margaret S.C. Keliher - Dallas
Appointment Date: April 19, 2022
Expiration Date: March 15, 2027
Frederick C. "Fred" Tate - Colleyville
Appointment Date: January 5, 2023
Expiration Date: March 15, 2027
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SYSTEM BOARD OF REGENTS
Tilman J. Fertitta - Houston
Appointment Date: October 19, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
Lorinda "Beth" Madison - Houston
Appointment Date: October 19, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
Ricky A. Raven - Sugar Land
Appointment Date: October 19, 2021
Expiration Date: August 31, 2027
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS SYSTEM BOARD OF REGENTS
Ashok K. "A.K." Mago - Dallas
Appointment Date: June 13, 2022
Expiration Date: May 22, 2027
Karen L. "Lindy" Rydman - Houston
Appointment Date: June 13, 2022
Expiration Date: May 22, 2027
Laura H. Wright - Dallas
Appointment Date: June 13, 2022
Expiration Date: May 22, 2027
VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
Kevin Barber - Houston
Appointment Date: March 17, 2022
Expiration Date: December 31, 2027
VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF
Sandra "Lynn" Criner, D.V.M. - Needville
Appointment Date: September 16, 2021
Expiration Date: August 26, 2027
Steven C. Golla, D.V.M. - New Braunfels
Appointment Date: June 30, 2022
Expiration Date: August 26, 2027
Keith A. Pardue - Austin
Appointment Date: September 16, 2021
Expiration Date: August 26, 2027
WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
George B. Peyton, V - West Lake Hills
Appointment Date: July 11, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2027
L'Oreal Stepney - Pflugerville
Appointment Date: January 1, 2023
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
WORKERS' COMPENSATION, COMMISSIONER OF
Jeffrey G. "Jeff" Nelson - Austin
Appointment Date: August 9, 2022
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
Alberto "Albert" Trevino, III - Harlingen
Appointment Date: January 9, 2023
Expiration Date: February 1, 2023
Respectfully submitted,
/s/Greg Abbott
Governor
January 23, 2023
Austin, Texas
TO THE SENATE OF THE EIGHTY-EIGHTH LEGISLATURE, REGULAR SESSION:
I ask the advice, consent and confirmation of the Senate with respect to the following appointment:
To be a member of the Judicial Districts Board for a term to expire December 31, 2026:
Thomas R. "Tom" Phillips
West Lake Hills, Texas
(Chief Justice Phillips is being reappointed)
Respectfully submitted,
/s/Greg Abbott
Governor
January 24, 2023
Austin, Texas
TO THE SENATE OF THE EIGHTY-EIGHTH LEGISLATURE, REGULAR SESSION:
I ask the advice, consent and confirmation of the Senate with respect to the following appointment:
To be a member of the Veterans' Land Board for a term to expire December 29, 2026:
Gerald J. "Jud" Scott, Jr.
Bee Cave, Texas
(Mr. Scott is being reappointed)
Respectfully submitted,
/s/Greg Abbott
Governor
MESSAGE FROM THE SUPREME COURT OF TEXAS
The following Message from the Supreme Court of Texas was read and was referred to the Committee on Nominations:
THE SUPREME COURT OF TEXAS
January 18, 2023
The Honorable Dan Patrick
Lieutenant Governor of Texas
Texas Capitol Station
Austin, Texas
Dear Lieutenant Governor Patrick:
The Supreme Court of Texas has made the following appointment that requires the advice and consent of the Senate:
To the State Commission on Judicial Conduct
Hon. Gary L. Steel of Seguin, Texas, effective September 8, 2021, to fulfill an unexpired term to expire on November 19, 2023 (replacing Judge Ruben Reyes, deceased).
The Supreme Court of Texas respectfully requests the consent and confirmation of the Senate for the interim appointment.
Sincerely,
/s/Nathan L. Hecht
Chief Justice
SENATE BILL ON FIRST READING
The following bill was introduced, read first time, and referred to the committee indicated:
SB 1 by Huffman
General Appropriations Bill.
To Committee on Finance.
SENATE RESOLUTION 98
Senator Parker offered the following resolution:
SR 98, Recognizing January 28, 2023, as Sexual Assault Survivors Day.
The resolution was read.
On motion of Senator Zaffirini and by unanimous consent, the names of the Lieutenant Governor and Senators were added to the resolution as signers thereof.
On motion of Senator Parker, the resolution was adopted without objection.
GUEST PRESENTED
Senator Springer was recognized and introduced to the Senate M. Paige Williams, Assistant District Attorney, Dallas County.
The Senate welcomed its guest.
GUESTS PRESENTED
Senator Kolkhorst was recognized and introduced to the Senate a delegation from the Magnolia Independent School District Student Leadership Program.
The Senate welcomed its guests.
SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 10
The President Pro Tempore 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 88th 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, January 25, 2023, and ending on Tuesday, January 31, 2023.
WHITMIRE
SCR 10 was read.
On motion of Senator Whitmire and by unanimous consent, the resolution was considered immediately and was adopted by the following vote: Yeas 29, Nays 0.
Absent-excused: Bettencourt, Miles.
STANDING COMMITTEES APPOINTED
The President Pro Tempore announced the appointment of the following committees for the 88th Legislature:
ADMINISTRATION
Hall, Chair; Springer, Vice-chair; Alvarado, Johnson, Menéndez, Middleton, Parker.
BORDER SECURITY
Birdwell, Chair; Flores, Vice-chair; Blanco, Hinojosa, King.
BUSINESS AND COMMERCE
Schwertner, Chair; King, Vice-chair; Birdwell, Campbell, Creighton, Johnson, Kolkhorst, Menéndez, Middleton, Nichols, Zaffirini.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Whitmire, Chair; Flores, Vice-chair; Bettencourt, Hinojosa, Huffman, King, Miles.
EDUCATION
Creighton, Chair; Campbell, Vice-chair; Bettencourt, Birdwell, Flores, King, LaMantia, Menéndez, Middleton, Parker, Paxton, Springer, West.
SUBCOMMITTEE ON HIGHER EDUCATION
Creighton, Chair; Middleton, Vice-chair; King, Springer, West.
FINANCE
Huffman, Chair; Hinojosa, Vice-chair; Bettencourt, Campbell, Creighton, Flores, Hall, Hancock, Hughes, Kolkhorst, Nichols, Paxton, Perry, Schwertner, West, Whitmire, Zaffirini.
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Kolkhorst, Chair; Perry, Vice-chair; Blanco, Hall, Hancock, Hughes, LaMantia, Miles, Sparks.
JURISPRUDENCE
Hughes, Chair; Johnson, Vice-chair; Creighton, Hinojosa, Middleton.
LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Bettencourt, Chair; Springer, Vice-chair; Eckhardt, Gutierrez, Hall, Nichols, Parker, Paxton, West.
NATURAL RESOURCES AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Birdwell, Chair; Zaffirini, Vice-chair; Alvarado, Blanco, Hancock, Hughes, Kolkhorst, Miles, Sparks.
NOMINATIONS
Campbell, Chair; Sparks, Vice-chair; Alvarado, Eckhardt, Hughes, LaMantia, Miles, Paxton, Springer.
STATE AFFAIRS
Hughes, Chair; Paxton, Vice-chair; Bettencourt, Birdwell, LaMantia, Menéndez, Middleton, Parker, Perry, Schwertner, Zaffirini.
TRANSPORTATION
Nichols, Chair; West, Vice-chair; Alvarado, Eckhardt, Hancock, King, Miles, Parker, Perry.
VETERAN AFFAIRS
Hancock, Chair; Parker, Vice-chair; Blanco, Eckhardt, Gutierrez, Hall, Sparks.
WATER, AGRICULTURE, AND RURAL AFFAIRS
Perry, Chair; Hancock, Vice-chair; Blanco, Flores, Gutierrez, Johnson, Kolkhorst, Sparks, Springer.
CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 287
On motion of Senator Huffman, Senator Campbell will be shown as Co-author of SB 287.
CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 422
On motion of Senator Paxton, Senator Campbell will be shown as Co-author of SB 422.
RESOLUTIONS OF RECOGNITION
The following resolutions were adopted by the Senate:
Memorial Resolutions
SR 44 by Springer, In memory of Athena Presley Monroe Strand of Paradise.
SR 46 by Springer, In memory of Arthur Beatrice Williams of Wichita Falls.
SR 48 by Springer, In memory of Sharon Lillian McCormack of Prosper.
SR 49 by Springer, In memory of Laci Ada Stone of Nocona.
SR 56 by Springer, In memory of Lisa Clark of Denton County.
SR 57 by Springer, In memory of Earl Leslie Russell III of Gainesville.
SR 58 by Springer, In memory of Carl Roderick "Roddy" Osborne.
SR 61 by Springer, In memory of Ellis Lloyd Olmstead of Sherman.
SR 67 by Springer, In memory of the life of Thomas Joseph Callahan.
SR 73 by Springer, In memory of the life of Joe Paul Nichols.
SR 88 by Kolkhorst, In memory of Matthew Alan Guidry.
SR 91 by Blanco, In memory of El Paso Police Chief Gregory K. Allen.
Congratulatory Resolutions
SR 45 by Springer, Recognizing the Holliday High School girls' cross country team for winning a state championship.
SR 47 by Springer, Recognizing Valley View on the occasion of their 150th anniversary.
SR 50 by Springer, Recognizing the centennial of North Texas State Hospital.
SR 51 by Springer, Recognizing the Bowie News on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.
SR 52 by Springer, Congratulating Joseph Berumen on his selection as one of the Texas Nurses Association 25 Outstanding Texas Nurses for 2022.
SR 53 by Springer, Congratulating Casey Cox on his selection as one of the Texas Nurses Association 25 Outstanding Texas Nurses for 2022.
SR 54 by Springer, Congratulating Wes O'Neal of Holiday on receiving the 2022 Working Cowboy Award from the Ranching Heritage Association.
SR 55 by Springer, Recognizing Woodrow W. Gossom Jr. on the occasion of his retirement as Wichita County judge.
SR 59 by Springer, Congratulating EMT Aaron Mann of the Wise County Office of Emergency Management on receiving the Medal of Valor.
SR 60 by Springer, Recognizing George Purefoy on the occasion of his retirement as city manager of Frisco.
SR 62 by Springer, Congratulating the Frisco Humane Society on adopting out its 10,000th animal.
SR 63 by Springer, Congratulating Holliday High School coach Glenn Griffin on his receipt of a state championship ring at the 2022 Texas Girls Coaches Association Honor Awards Banquet.
SR 64 by Springer, Recognizing Boaz on the Square in Graham on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.
SR 65 by Springer, Congratulating Katie Yurcho on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.
SR 66 by Springer, Recognizing the Faith Masonic Lodge No. 1158 on the occasion of its centennial.
SR 68 by Springer, Recognizing St. Mary Catholic Church on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.
SR 69 by Springer, Recognizing Chad Anderson for his service on the Celina City Council.
SR 70 by Springer, Recognizing Dorothy Doss on the occasion of her 100th birthday.
SR 71 by Springer, Commemorating Eddie Hill Day in Wichita Falls.
SR 72 by Springer, Congratulating Sarah Wilfley on being named to the president's list at the University of North Texas.
SR 74 by Springer, Congratulating the Tarleton State University men's rodeo team on winning the overall championship at the 2022 College National Finals Rodeo.
SR 75 by Springer, Congratulating Charity Ballmann on her selection as one of the 25 Outstanding Texas Nurses for 2022 by the Texas Nurses Association.
SR 76 by Springer, Congratulating Kavin Heugatter of the Wise County Office of Emergency Management on his receipt of a Life Saving Medal.
SR 77 by Springer, Congratulating Joel Bartlett of the Wise County Office of Emergency Management on his receipt of a Life Saving Medal.
SR 78 by Springer, Congratulating Brandon Daugherty of the Wise County Office of Emergency Management on his receipt of a Life Saving Medal.
SR 79 by Springer, Congratulating Colton Thomas of the Wise County Office of Emergency Management on his receipt of a Life Saving Medal.
SR 80 by Springer, Congratulating Danny Byler of the Wise County Office of Emergency Management on his receipt of a Life Saving Medal.
SR 81 by Springer, Congratulating Mindi Andes on her selection as one of the 25 Outstanding Texas Nurses for 2022 by the Texas Nurses Association.
SR 87 by Eckhardt, Recognizing the YMCA Texas Youth and Government Program.
SR 89 by Blanco, Recognizing Gayle Greve Hunt School of Nursing on the occasion of its 10th anniversary.
SR 90 by Blanco, Congratulating Margie Salazar on her appointment as CEO of FirstLight Federal Credit Union in El Paso.
SR 92 by Blanco, Congratulating Benjamin Alire Sáenz of El Paso on his receipt of the 2023 Texas Medal of Arts Award for the Literary Arts from the Texas Cultural Trust.
SR 93 by Blanco, Congratulating Dr. Ramon Benavides Jr. of the Ysleta Independent School District on being honored as the 2022 State Teacher of the Year by the Council of Chief State School Officers and the 2022 Texas Teacher of the Year by the Texas Association of School Administrators.
SR 97 by Hughes, Recognizing Mineola on the occasion of its 150th anniversary.
Official Designation Resolutions
SR 83 by Hall, Recognizing April 18, 2023, as Navarro County Day.
SR 84 by Hall, Recognizing February 6, 2023, as Kaufman County Day.
SR 85 by Hall, Recognizing January 31, 2023, as Rowlett Day.
SR 94 by Sparks, Recognizing January 25, 2023, as Andrews County Day.
SR 95 by Kolkhorst, Recognizing January 26, 2023, as Lamar Day.
SR 96 by Sparks, Recognizing January 26, 2023, as Howard County Day.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Senator Whitmire, the Senate at 11:29 a.m. adjourned until 10:30 a.m. tomorrow.
APPENDIX
SENT TO SECRETARY OF STATE
January 24, 2023
SCR 5, SCR 6
RESOLUTIONS ENROLLED
January 24, 2023
SR 44, SR 45, SR 46, SR 47, SR 48, SR 49, SR 50, SR 51, SR 52, SR 53, SR 54, SR 55, SR 56, SR 57, SR 58, SR 59, SR 60, SR 61, SR 62, SR 63, SR 64, SR 65, SR 66, SR 67, SR 68, SR 69, SR 70, SR 71, SR 72, SR 73, SR 74, SR 75, SR 76, SR 77, SR 78, SR 79, SR 80, SR 81, SR 83, SR 84, SR 85, SR 87, SR 88, SR 89, SR 90, SR 91, SR 92, SR 93, SR 94, SR 95, SR 96, SR 97, SR 98