Tuesday, March 9, 1999



	The Senate met at 10:00 a.m. pursuant to adjournment and was called to order by the President. The roll was called and the following Senators were present: Armbrister, Barrientos, Bernsen, Bivins, Brown, Cain, Carona, Ellis, Fraser, Gallegos, Harris, Haywood, Jackson, Lindsay, Lucio, Luna, Madla, Moncrief, Nelson, Nixon, Ogden, Ratliff, Shapiro, Shapleigh, Sibley, Truan, Wentworth, West, Whitmire, Zaffirini. Absent-excused: Duncan. The President announced that a quorum of the Senate was present. The Reverend Richard O'Rourke, Saint Paul's Chong Hasang Catholic Church, Harker Heights, offered the invocation as follows: Almighty God, creator of the universe, in whom we proclaim our trust, be with us this day as this Senate continues to serve this nation and state with integrity and honor. We are mindful of the plentiful fruits of the Earth in Texas, of the variety of peoples in our cities and towns, of the wonderful friendship that is so much part of the Texan way of life, and we thank You for all these gifts. We pray that this Senate may have the vision and wisdom and concern to ensure that justice, liberty, and a conscious concern for those on the edges of society be an integral part of any deliberations today. May God who has called you here today fill your hearts with a deep longing for harmony in your service of people. Amen. On motion of Senator Truan and by unanimous consent, the reading of the Journal of the proceedings of yesterday was dispensed with and the Journal was approved. LEAVE OF ABSENCE On motion of Senator Fraser, Senator Duncan was granted leave of absence for today on account of illness. CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 22 On motion of Senator Nelson and by unanimous consent, Senator Nixon will be shown as Co-author of SB 22. CO-AUTHORS OF SENATE BILL 23 On motion of Senator Nelson and by unanimous consent, Senators Cain, Nixon, Shapiro, and Shapleigh will be shown as Co-authors of SB 23.



	CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 24 On motion of Senator Nelson and by unanimous consent, Senator Cain will be shown as Co-author of SB 24. CO-AUTHORS OF SENATE BILL 50 On motion of Senator Nelson and by unanimous consent, Senators Cain, Nixon, Shapiro, and Shapleigh will be shown as Co-authors of SB 50. CO-AUTHORS OF SENATE BILL 76 On motion of Senator Truan and by unanimous consent, Senators Lucio, Shapleigh, and Zaffirini will be shown as Co-authors of SB 76. CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 107 On motion of Senator Truan and by unanimous consent, Senator West will be shown as Co-author of SB 107. CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 224 On motion of Senator Haywood and by unanimous consent, Senator Lucio will be shown as Co-author of SB 224. CO-AUTHORS OF SENATE BILL 461 On motion of Senator Nelson and by unanimous consent, Senators Cain, Nixon, Shapiro, and Shapleigh will be shown as Co-authors of SB 461. CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 549 On motion of Senator Haywood and by unanimous consent, Senator Zaffirini will be shown as Co-author of SB 549. CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 588 On motion of Senator Nelson and by unanimous consent, Senator Cain will be shown as Co-author of SB 588. CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 611 On motion of Senator Ogden and by unanimous consent, Senator Wentworth will be shown as Co-author of SB 611. CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 612 On motion of Senator Ogden and by unanimous consent, Senator Wentworth will be shown as Co-author of SB 612. CO-AUTHORS OF SENATE BILL 627 On motion of Senator Truan and by unanimous consent, Senators Lucio and Zaffirini will be shown as Co-authors of SB 627. CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 862 On motion of Senator Gallegos and by unanimous consent, Senator Moncrief will be shown as Co-author of SB 862.



	CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 884 On motion of Senator Brown and by unanimous consent, Senator Carona will be shown as Co-author of SB 884. CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 944 On motion of Senator Armbrister and by unanimous consent, Senator Ogden will be shown as Co-author of SB 944. CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION 26 On motion of Senator Ratliff and by unanimous consent, Senator Wentworth will be shown as Co-author of SJR 26. CO-AUTHORS OF SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 2 On motion of Senator Truan and by unanimous consent, Senators Lucio and Zaffirini will be shown as Co-authors of SCR 2. (Senator Truan in Chair) SENATE BILLS AND RESOLUTION ON FIRST READING The following bills and resolution were introduced, read first time, and referred to the committees indicated: SB 371 by Brown Relating to the continuation and functions of the Correctional Managed Health Care Advisory Committee. To Committee on Economic Development. SB 961 by Barrientos Relating to conditions of employment for peace officers and detention officers employed by certain sheriff departments. To Committee on Intergovernmental Relations. SB 962 by Barrientos, Shapleigh Relating to the prosecution, punishment, and sentencing of a defendant charged with the offense of stalking. To Committee on Criminal Justice. SB 963 by Barrientos Relating to law enforcement procedures for electronically obtaining data from pawn shops, recording thumbprints on transaction records, and holding hearings for recovery of stolen property. To Committee on Economic Development. SB 964 by Lucio, Sibley Relating to the regulation of dentists and dental hygienists. To Committee on Health Services. SB 965 by Lucio Relating to granting limited state law enforcement authority to commissioned rangers of the National Park Service. To Committee on Criminal Justice.



	SB 966 by Lucio, Truan Relating to the financing and construction of highways by the Texas Department of Transportation. To Subcommittee on Infrastructure. SB 967 by Zaffirini Relating to creating a registry for acts of misconduct of certain employees of facilities licensed by the Texas Department of Human Services. To Committee on Human Services. SB 968 by Lindsay Relating to access to criminal history record information for certain hospitals and hospital districts. To Committee on Health Services. SB 969 by Lindsay Relating to form specifications for recording certain legal instruments. To Committee on Intergovernmental Relations. SB 971 by Shapiro Relating to participation by counties in an electronic voting pilot project for military voters. To Committee on State Affairs. SB 972 by Shapleigh Relating to procedures for and access to reports of political contributions and expenditures. To Committee on State Affairs. SB 973 by Shapleigh Relating to information that certain state agencies must post on the Internet. To Committee on State Affairs. SB 974 by Shapleigh Relating to the creation of a task force and demonstration project regarding the provision of certain state agency and local government services to the general public and to regulated entities through the Internet. To Committee on State Affairs. SB 975 by Armbrister Relating to the sovereign immunity and liability to be sued of a junior college district. To Committee on Jurisprudence. SB 976 by Brown, Jackson Relating to the creation of a business technology outreach program. To Subcommittee on Technology and Business Growth. SB 977 by Ratliff, Ogden, Nixon Relating to exemptions from ad valorem and sales and use taxation of certain timber and certain items used in timber operations and the valuation of certain timber land for ad valorem tax purposes. To Subcommittee on Agriculture.



	SB 978 by Haywood, Ratliff Relating to the rulemaking authority of the State Board for Educator Certification. To Committee on Education. SB 979 by Haywood Relating to the adoption of a medical services fee at Midwestern State University. To Subcommittee on Higher Education. SB 980 by Barrientos, Madla Relating to the creation and operation of a multicultural mathematics and science education cooperative to provide math and science training to Texas elementary school teachers and principals. To Committee on Education. SB 981 by Moncrief Relating to the practice of registered nurses and licensed vocational nurses, including the adoption of an interstate compact relating to licensing. To Committee on Health Services. SB 982 by Madla Relating to persons authorized to provide diabetes self-management training. To Committee on Health Services. SB 983 by Madla Relating to a branch office of a home health or personal assistance services agency. To Committee on Human Services. SB 984 by Madla Relating to insurers' written statements of the reasons for cancellation, declination, or nonrenewal of certain insurance policies. To Committee on Economic Development. SB 985 by Madla Relating to a franchise tax refund or credit for certain research and development activities by a defense readjustment project. To Committee on Finance. SB 986 by Nixon Relating to the operation of a commercial motor vehicle. To Committee on State Affairs. SJR 5 by Brown Proposing a constitutional amendment to provide a four-year term for the head of the state agency that has responsibility for coordinating health and human services and to provide that the term run concurrently with the term of the governor. To Committee on State Affairs. HOUSE RESOLUTION ON FIRST READING The following resolution received from the House was read first time and referred to the committee indicated: HCR 65 to Committee on State Affairs.



	GUESTS PRESENTED The Presiding Officer, Senator Truan in Chair, introduced to the Senate Diana McArty, Roxanna Sanchez, Essika Canales, Daniella Cruz, Lisa Carlan, Christina Garcia, Amy Ammons, Dianne Collier, Shane Wynn, Jesse Nuncio, and Willie Nickles of Roy Miller High School in Corpus Christi, accompanied by their teacher, Ms. Oscarine Garcia. The Senate welcomed its guests. MESSAGE FROM THE GOVERNOR The following Message from the Governor was read and was referred to the Committee on Nominations: Austin, Texas March 8, 1999 TO THE SENATE OF THE SEVENTY-SIXTH LEGISLATURE, REGULAR SESSION: I ask the advice, consent and confirmation of the Senate with respect to the following appointments: TO BE A MEMBER OF THE STATE CEMETERY COMMITTEE for a term to expire February 1, 2005: Ralph E. Wayne 3902 Pebble Path Austin, Texas 78731 (reappointment) TO BE MEMBERS OF THE TEXAS STRATEGIC MILITARY PLANNING COMMISSION for terms to expire February 1, 2002: Charles de Wetter 4933 Meadowlark El Paso, Texas 79922 (reappointment) Horace G. Taylor Route 3, Box 3789L Belton, Texas 76513 (reappointment) Robert E. Tokerud 4603 O'Connor Court Irving, Texas 75062-3742 (reappointment) Respectfully submitted, /s/George W. Bush Governor



	SENATE RESOLUTION 334 Senator Barrientos offered the following resolution: WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas proudly recognizes the Parent Association for the Retarded of Texas, Incorporated, (PART) for its outstanding work on behalf of persons with mental retardation and is pleased to proclaim March 9, 1999, as Parent Association for the Retarded of Texas Day at the State Capitol; and WHEREAS, The Parent Association for the Retarded of Texas is an organization of volunteers who are dedicated to preserving, improving, and expanding services for persons with mental retardation in our state; the association promotes quality services for state school residents, the mentally retarded in the state center system, and mentally retarded residents in the community; and WHEREAS, The dedicated members of the Parent Association for the Retarded of Texas present the parents' viewpoint to the Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation, the State Legislature, Congress, and the general public; in 1987, members of the association were instrumental in effecting a 5th circuit court reversal of a court-ordered community placement for state school residents; and WHEREAS, This association is well known for the support it offers to state school employees and its advocacy of new programs to meet the unique needs of the retarded; and WHEREAS, Members of the Parent Association for the Retarded of Texas have been prominently involved in the development of programs for persons with mental retardation since the 1950s, and they have fought vigorously for more and improved state schools, state centers, special education, and community mental health and mental retardation centers; and WHEREAS, Today, the Parent Association for the Retarded of Texas continues to protect the mentally retarded people in Texas and tenaciously places responsibility on caregivers to maintain its standards for quality care; the organization addresses such issues as the downsizing of state schools, fiscal accountability, and special population needs; and WHEREAS, The services provided by the Parent Association for the Retarded of Texas have been vital to the welfare of both children and adults with mental retardation in our state, and members of the association are truly worthy of legislative recognition for their exceptional efforts and outstanding accomplishments; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 76th Legislature, hereby declare March 9, 1999, Parent Association for the Retarded of Texas Day as an expression of appreciation for the admirable contributions this association has made on behalf of the people of Texas; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for Parent Association for the Retarded of Texas, Incorporated, as a token of esteem from the Texas Senate. The resolution was again read. On motion of Senator Gallegos and by unanimous consent, the names of the Lieutenant Governor and Senators were added to the resolution as signers thereof. The resolution was previously adopted on Wednesday, March 3, 1999.



	GUESTS PRESENTED Senator Barrientos was recognized and introduced to the Senate members of the Parent Association for the Retarded of Texas, Incorporated. The Senate welcomed its guests. GUESTS PRESENTED Senator Haywood was recognized and introduced to the Senate representatives of the Rolling Plains Industrial Foundation. The Senate welcomed its guests. COMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 20 ON SECOND READING The Presiding Officer, Senator Truan in Chair, laid before the Senate for consideration at this time on its second reading: CSSCR 20, Directing the State Board of Education to clarify training needs for educator competency in diagnosis and teaching of students with dyslexia. HAYWOOD The resolution was read second time and was adopted by a viva voce vote. SENATE BILL 23 ON SECOND READING Senator Nelson moved that Senate Rule 7.13, Section 5, Article III of the Texas Constitution, and the regular order of business be suspended and that SB 23 be taken up for consideration at this time: SB 23, Relating to the duration of certain emergency protection orders issued by magistrates. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Yeas 30, Nays 0. Absent-excused: Duncan. The bill was read second time and was passed to engrossment by a viva voce vote. SENATE BILL 23 ON THIRD READING Senator Nelson moved that Senate Rule 7.18 and the Constitutional Rule requiring bills to be read on three several days be suspended and that SB 23 be placed on its third reading and final passage. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Yeas 29, Nays 1. Nays: Wentworth. Absent-excused: Duncan. SB 23 was read third time and was passed by a viva voce vote.



	RESOLUTIONS SIGNED The Presiding Officer, Senator Truan in Chair, announced the signing of the following enrolled resolutions in the presence of the Senate: HCR 7, HCR 8, HCR 33, HCR 93, HCR 100, HCR 3, HCR 55, HCR 81. GUESTS PRESENTED Senator Ogden was recognized and introduced to the Senate Prinyanka Agarwal of Fort Worth, Marcos Flores of Laredo, Aghogho Mofoye of Tyler, and Shaun Williams of Austin, who are attending the Texas Academy of Math and Science at the University of North Texas in Denton. The Senate welcomed its guests. (President in Chair) GUESTS PRESENTED Senator Cain, joined by Senator Ratliff, was recognized and introduced to the Senate a delegation of citizens from the City of Tyler. The Senate welcomed its guests. SENATE BILL 50 ON SECOND READING Senator Nelson moved that Senate Rule 7.13, Section 5, Article III of the Texas Constitution, and the regular order of business be suspended and that SB 50 be taken up for consideration at this time: SB 50, Relating to the application for, issuance of, and contents of a protective order. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Yeas 30, Nays 0. Absent-excused: Duncan. The bill was read second time and was passed to engrossment by a viva voce vote. SENATE BILL 50 ON THIRD READING Senator Nelson moved that Senate Rule 7.18 and the Constitutional Rule requiring bills to be read on three several days be suspended and that SB 50 be placed on its third reading and final passage. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Yeas 29, Nays 1. Nays: Wentworth. Absent-excused: Duncan. SB 50 was read third time and was passed by a viva voce vote. COMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE SENATE BILL 107 ON SECOND READING Senator Truan moved that Senate Rule 7.13, Section 5, Article III of the Texas Constitution, and the regular order of business be suspended and that CSSB 107 be taken up for consideration at this time:



	CSSB 107, Relating to the designation of March 31 as Cesar Chavez Day. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Yeas 30, Nays 0. Absent-excused: Duncan. The bill was read second time and was passed to engrossment by a viva voce vote. COMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE SENATE BILL 107 ON THIRD READING Senator Truan moved that Senate Rule 7.18 and the Constitutional Rule requiring bills to be read on three several days be suspended and that CSSB 107 be placed on its third reading and final passage. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Yeas 29, Nays 1. Nays: Wentworth. Absent-excused: Duncan. CSSB 107 was read third time and was passed by a viva voce vote. CAPITOL PHYSICIAN The President recognized Senator Truan, who presented Dr. Ronald G. Munson of Mathis as the "Doctor for the Day." Dr. Munson, participating in the "Capitol Physician" program sponsored by the Texas Academy of Family Physicians, was made welcome by the Senate. SENATE RESOLUTION 370 Senator West offered the following resolution: WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes pride in recognizing the members of the Dr. Emmett J. Conrad Student Advisory Committee of Senator Royce West on the occasion of their visit to the State Capitol on Tuesday, March 9, 1999; and WHEREAS, Comprised of junior high school and high school students who are leaders of student council and student class governments, the Student Advisory Committee includes young people from the Dallas, Duncanville, Grand Prairie, and Lancaster school districts; this year, 21 advisors and 111 Student Advisory Committee members are attending SAC Day at the Capitol; and WHEREAS, Created in the spring of 1996, the Student Advisory Committee was established for the purpose of helping students to build leadership skills and to meet with leaders across the state; it was also established with the goal of helping students to discover the avenues through which they can participate in community volunteerism and giving them a means through which they can voice their perspective on legislative issues; and WHEREAS, Since its creation, the Student Advisory Committee has accomplished a great deal in the community; the students have been making visits to eight nursing homes throughout District 23, learning about the needs of senior citizens; and WHEREAS, The committee members have worked hard on behalf of the Children's Hope Foundation and collected more than 500 new clothing items for



	homeless children; they have participated in toy, blanket, and voters' registration drives and have provided testimony at the Senate Interim Committee on Juvenile Justice and Gangs hearing in Dallas; and WHEREAS, The students have volunteered at the Bluitt-Flowers Halloween Carnival, have held annual receptions for elected officials, and have donated blankets to a homeless shelter through the Dallas Life Foundation; and WHEREAS, The Student Advisory Committee is a significant asset to District 23, and its members are expanding their knowledge and honing their leadership skills through the networking opportunities they have experienced and through their extensive participation in volunteerism; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 76th Legislature, hereby commend the members of the Dr. Emmett J. Conrad Student Advisory Committee on their dedication and their many accomplishments and extend to them best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the committee as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. The resolution was read and was adopted by a viva voce vote. GUESTS PRESENTED Senator West was recognized and introduced to the Senate a delegation of junior high and high school students, members of the Dr. Emmett J. Conrad Student Advisory Committee, accompanied by Stephen Brooks of Senator West's office. The Senate welcomed its guests. (Senator Wentworth in Chair) (President in Chair) COMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE SENATE BILL 461 ON SECOND READING Senator Nelson moved that Senate Rule 7.13, Section 5, Article III of the Texas Constitution, and the regular order of business be suspended and that CSSB 461 be taken up for consideration at this time: CSSB 461, Relating to a payment to a family violence shelter center by a defendant made as a condition of community supervision. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Yeas 30, Nays 0. Absent-excused: Duncan. The bill was read second time and was passed to engrossment by a viva voce vote. COMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE SENATE BILL 461 ON THIRD READING Senator Nelson moved that Senate Rule 7.18 and the Constitutional Rule requiring bills to be read on three several days be suspended and that CSSB 461 be placed on its third reading and final passage.



	The motion prevailed by the following vote: Yeas 29, Nays 1. Nays: Wentworth. Absent-excused: Duncan. CSSB 461 was read third time and was passed by a viva voce vote. SENATE RESOLUTION 363 Senator Barrientos offered the following resolution: WHEREAS, The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution was organized in 1890 and for the ensuing 100 years has distinguished itself as the premier patriotic organization in the United States; and WHEREAS, The membership of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution is limited to American women who are lineal blood descendants of an ancestor who aided in achieving America's independence; and WHEREAS, The commitment of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution was at its founding and remains today "to perpetuate the memory and spirit of the men and women who achieved American independence; to promote the development of an enlightened public opinion; and to foster patriotic citizenship"; and WHEREAS, Those high and valued ideals were greeted with great favor by patriotic Texas women who sought to join and further those aims by founding local chapters of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution in the Lone Star State; and WHEREAS, Florence Anderson Clark of Austin on January 24, 1899, organized the first National Society Daughters of the American Revolution chapter in the Texas capital city and that chapter was chartered by the national organization on February 28, 1899, as the Thankful Hubbard Chapter; and WHEREAS, The Thankful Hubbard Chapter was named for Mrs. Clark's great-grandmother, a gracious colonial lady of the State of Connecticut who bore four sons who fought with valor in the American Revolution; and WHEREAS, The Thankful Hubbard Chapter then became one of the five founding chapters of the Texas Society Daughters of the American Revolution, and Mrs. Clark received just honors as the first State Regent of the Texas Society; and WHEREAS, The first organization meeting of the Thankful Hubbard Chapter was held in the stately West Austin home of Frances Hurlbut Evans, and that site today is the home of the Austin Woman's Club and continues to be the meeting place of the Thankful Hubbard Chapter; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Evans served as the first chapter Regent of Thankful Hubbard and went on to be honored as a Vice President General of the National Society, one of many Thankful Hubbard Chapter members who have distinguished themselves in offices of high responsibility in the state and national societies; and WHEREAS, In its long and glorious history, members of the Thankful Hubbard Chapter have ensured the permanent recognition of their founders and of Texas patriots by placing historic markers on the graves of deceased chapter members, on the grave of American and Texas revolutionary soldier Stephen Williams in the Texas State Cemetery, under the Washington elm tree on the State Capitol grounds, on the site at The University of Texas where a statue honoring George Washington now stands, and at the Nike Hercules missile base near Austin; and



	WHEREAS, The Thankful Hubbard Chapter has contributed generously to restoration projects in the Capital City including the beautiful Austin Woman's Club, the historic Hinrich home, and the home of writer O. Henry; and WHEREAS, The chapter annually recognizes outstanding young Americans by means of awarding Daughters of the American Revolution good citizen honors to area high school students, by sponsoring a scholarship to a graduating high school student, and by recognizing an outstanding University of Texas Reserve Officers Training Corps cadet; and WHEREAS, Members of Thankful Hubbard generously provide comfort items to hospitalized veterans, support Daughters of the American Revolution schools for young people, and annually join other Austin area Daughters of the American Revolution chapters and the Sons of the American Revolution in moving ceremonies celebrating Constitution Day and Washington's Birthday; and WHEREAS, The chapter membership has included many prominent and accomplished women of Austin and the state, among them Mrs. Julia Bremond, Mrs. Ben Powell, Mrs. Sterling Fulmore, Mrs. Walter Prescott Webb, Mrs. Price Daniel, Dr. Jean Andrews, and Mrs. Bob Bullock; and WHEREAS, The mantle of leadership of the Thankful Hubbard Chapter is vested in Laurie Fisher Dodson as Chapter Regent in this very special year of the chapter's Centennial Anniversary; and WHEREAS, The occasion of this Centennial Celebration inspires the chapter not only to preserve and revere its heritage but equally to commit with fervor to a future filled with patriotism and pride in America; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 76th Legislature, hereby recognize with deep appreciation the past century of patriotic works and high-minded community gifts bestowed in the Capital City by Thankful Hubbard Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution; and, be it further RESOLVED, That the Texas Senate salute the Thankful Hubbard Chapter on its 100th Anniversary and extend best wishes to the 250 members of Thankful Hubbard. The resolution was again read. The resolution was previously adopted on Monday, March 8, 1999. GUESTS PRESENTED Senator Barrientos was recognized and introduced to the Senate Mrs. John Kenneth Harrell, Registrar General, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution; Mrs. James M. Raymond, State Regent, Texas Society Daughters of the American Revolution; Mrs. Dan Dodson, Regent, Thankful Hubbard Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution; Mrs. Glen Castlebury and Mrs. M. Russell Gregory, Centennial Committee Co-chairs; and Dr. John Stangel, great-grandson of Ira Hobart and Frances Hurlbut Evans. The Senate welcomed its guests. SENATE RESOLUTION 340 Senator Shapiro offered the following resolution: WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes pride in joining the citizens of Richardson on the joyous occasion of Richardson Legislative Day at the State Capitol on March 9, 1999; and



	WHEREAS, Originally called Breckenridge before the Civil War era, the town of Richardson grew around a new station on the T&NO Railroad built in the area in 1872; the city was renamed for a railroad official, A. S. Richardson; and WHEREAS, Located in northeastern Dallas County, Richardson is noted for the Richardson Telecom Corridor, a commercial and industrial area that is occupied by more than 500 high technology and telecommunications firms; and WHEREAS, The city also has 27 parks that cover 1,014 acres and offer fitness trails, swimming pools, and tennis courts; the city is home to Owens Spring Creek Farm, a commercial sausage-making firm that maintains a museum and a showcase farm with Belgian horses and Shetland ponies; and WHEREAS, The Richardson Chamber of Commerce and its affiliated Telecom Corridor Technology Business Council have played a major role in establishing the harmony that exists between business and government in the Richardson area; the Technology Business Council is the first of its kind in Texas and one of a small but growing number across the nation; and WHEREAS, Richardson is known for its high-quality schools and colleges and is nationally recognized for its Wildflower Arts and Music Festival and Cottonwood Arts Festival; and WHEREAS, Richardson Legislative Day at the State Capitol provides the citizens of the region with an opportunity to rejoice in the amenities of their outstanding city and to take pride in its unique contributions to the State of Texas; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 76th Legislature, hereby commend the citizens of Richardson and the Richardson Chamber of Commerce and the Telecom Corridor Technology Business Council on their fruitful collaboration and extend to them best wishes for a rewarding Richardson Legislative Day at the State Capitol; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the City of Richardson as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. SHAPIRO CARONA The resolution was read and was adopted by a viva voce vote. GUESTS PRESENTED Senator Shapiro, joined by Senator Carona, was recognized and introduced to the Senate a delegation of citizens from the City of Richardson. The Senate welcomed its guests. SENATE RESOLUTION 357 Senator Truan offered the following resolution: WHEREAS, The Texas Senate is proud to declare March 9, 1999, as Women in the Military and Texas Women Veteran's Day at the State Capitol as a special part of Women's History Month; and WHEREAS, From a precedent set more than 200 years ago, when Deborah Sampson, a brave patriot in the Revolutionary War, donned a man's clothes to fight for her country in a Massachusetts regiment, women have become an integral part of the



	nation's fighting force, numbering 1,233,000 women veterans in the United States and Puerto Rico in 1998 with 80,700 of the number being Texas women; and WHEREAS, America's women finally secured the right to serve their country in war, as well as in times of peace, when Congress passed the Women's Armed Services Integration Act in 1948; however, as a minority in the services, the women recruits have received a place of honor with their male counterparts only after having proved themselves as brave and able soldiers; and WHEREAS, The recognition of these brave women on Texas Women Veteran's Day allows Texans an opportunity to express their gratitude for the sacrifices and contributions women have made to the security and defense of their country and as peacekeepers to the world; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 76th Legislature, proudly honor the women veterans of Texas on March 9, 1999, with sincere gratitude for their valor and contributions to our state and country; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. The resolution was again read. On motion of Senator Armbrister and by unanimous consent, the names of the Lieutenant Governor and Senators were added to the resolution as signers thereof. The resolution was previously adopted on Monday, March 8, 1999. GUESTS PRESENTED Senator Truan was recognized and introduced to the Senate Bertha Cruz Hall, Texas Veterans Commission, Women's Coordinator for the State of Texas; Chief Warrant Officer Joyce Cartmell, Women's Coordinator, Texas Army National Guard; Patsy L. Palmquist, Member, Texas Veterans Commission; and a delegation of Texas women veterans. The Senate welcomed its guests. (Senator West in Chair) MESSAGE FROM THE HOUSE HOUSE CHAMBER Austin, Texas March 9, 1999 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: HCR 9, Memorializing Congress to not make federal claims against the proceeds of the Texas tobacco settlement.



	HCR 85, Recognizing March 8 and 9, 1999, as Tyler Days at the State Capitol. Respectfully, /s/Sharon Carter, Chief Clerk House of Representatives MEMORIAL RESOLUTION SR 368 - by Wentworth: In memory of John George Willome, Jr., of Junction City. CONGRATULATORY RESOLUTIONS SR 365 - by Truan: Congratulating the volunteers of the Retired and Senior Volunteer Programs, the Foster Grandparent Programs, and the Senior Companion Programs in Texas. SR 367 - by West: Congratulating the members of the Preparation for Adult Living Program Youth Leadership Committee. SR 369 - by Ogden: Congratulating the 1998 Texas A&M University football team. SR 372 - by Cain: Congratulating former Representative Pete Patterson of Paris, Texas. MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTIONS SCR 46 - by Cain: Declaring March 9, 1999, as International Adopt-a-Highway Day in the State of Texas. SR 371 - by Cain: Proclaiming April 10, 1999, as Audie Murphy Day in the State of Texas. HCR 85 - (Cain): Recognizing March 8 and 9, 1999, as Tyler Days at the State Capitol. ADJOURNMENT On motion of Senator Truan, the Senate at 11:10 a.m. adjourned, in memory of the life of Lieutenant Kara S. Hultgreen, until 10:00 a.m. tomorrow. APPENDIX COMMITTEE REPORT The following committee report was received by the Senate: March 9, 1999 CRIMINAL JUSTICE - CSSB 43



	In Memory of Kara S. Hultgreen Senator Truan offered the following resolution: (Senate Resolution 356) WHEREAS, In connection with National Women's History Month, which is being celebrated in March, 1999, and Women in the Military and Texas Women Veteran's Day at the State Capitol, the Senate of the State of Texas would like to pay tribute to the life of the late United States Navy Lieutenant Kara S. Hultgreen, who died on October 25, 1994; at the age of 29; and WHEREAS, A graduate of Alamo Heights High School in San Antonio, Kara Hultgreen attended The University of Texas at Austin, earning her degree in aerospace engineering in 1987; and WHEREAS, Commissioned an officer in the United States Navy, she started her pilot's training in an A-6 bomber, where she logged more than 1,000 hours flying that aircraft and its counterpart, the radar-jamming EA-6B; and WHEREAS, Convinced of her own abilities, Lieutenant Hultgreen aggressively pursued the right to train in combat aircraft while flying the A-6 bomber; in May, 1993, she was assigned to F-14 training; and WHEREAS, Soon after restrictions were lifted for flying combat missions for females, Lieutenant Hultgreen became the first United States Navy woman pilot to qualify in the F-14 after landing at night successfully on the USS Constellation in July, 1993; and WHEREAS, Logging 217 hours as the pilot of an F-14, she made more than 50 night and day landings on aircraft carriers, completing maneuvers which require delicate precision and are so hazardous that even the most experienced pilots find the experiences frightening; and WHEREAS, This indomitable young woman's passion for flying and her accomplishments have greatly impressed all who have heard about her and her tragic death; Kara Hultgreen was a high-spirited individual, and her courage, enthusiasm, affection, and intelligence have made a legacy for all who knew her and shared her life; and WHEREAS, Her presence is greatly missed and remembrance of her will endure in the memories of all of her loved ones; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 76th Legislature, hereby honor the life and service of the late United States Navy Lieutenant Kara S. Hultgreen, and remember her especially during National Women's History Month and as part of Texas Women Veteran's Day at the Capitol; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared as an expression of the deepest sympathy of the Texas Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Kara S. Hultgreen.



	The resolution was again read. On motion of Senator Wentworth and by unanimous consent, the names of the Lieutenant Governor and Senators were added to the resolution as signers thereof. The resolution was previously adopted on Monday, March 8, 1999. Senator Truan was recognized and introduced to the Senate Navy Reserve Officer Franklin Scott Spears, Jr., representing the family of Navy Lieutenant Kara S. Hultgreen. The Senate welcomed Officer Spears and extended its condolences.