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	Wednesday, February 7, 2001

	PROCEEDINGS

	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: Armbrister, Barrientos, Bernsen, Bivins, Brown, Cain, Carona, Duncan, Ellis, Fraser, Gallegos, Harris, Haywood, Jackson, Lindsay, Lucio, Madla, Moncrief, Nelson, Ogden, Shapiro, Shapleigh, Sibley, Staples, Truan, Van de Putte, Wentworth, West, Whitmire, Zaffirini, Mr. President. The President announced that a quorum of the Senate was present. The Reverend John McCaffrey, Saint Joseph Catholic Church, Bryan, offered the invocation as follows: Lord, our God, we have gathered together in Your name to work for the good of this great State of Texas. We ask that You stay with Senator Ogden and all the state Senators with Your invisible presence and pour out Your blessings on them. Make them work in a spirit of trust and unity, as well as a spirit of prudence and understanding, so that they may experience an abundance of light, compassion, and peace. Let harmony reign among them and let them keep their eyes fixed upon You. Enable them to implement Your known will for the State of Texas, no matter what difficulty it may entail, and reward them for the good they do. Blessed are You, lord our God, for ever and ever. 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. CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 3 On motion of Senator Duncan and by unanimous consent, Senator Cain will be shown as Co-author of SB 3. CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 68 On motion of Senator Moncrief and by unanimous consent, Senator Van de Putte will be shown as Co-author of SB 68. CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 139 On motion of Senator Carona and by unanimous consent, Senator Barrientos will be shown as Co-author of SB 139.



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	CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 179 On motion of Senator Fraser and by unanimous consent, Senator Ellis will be shown as Co-author of SB 179. CO-AUTHORS OF SENATE BILL 353 On motion of Senator Ellis and by unanimous consent, Senators Bernsen, Cain, and Van de Putte will be shown as Co-authors of SB 353. CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 456 On motion of Senator Brown and by unanimous consent, Senator Jackson will be shown as Co-author of SB 456. CO-AUTHORS OF SENATE BILL 547 On motion of Senator Sibley and by unanimous consent, Senators Nelson and Van de Putte will be shown as Co-authors of SB 547. CO-AUTHOR OF SENATE BILL 569 On motion of Senator Cain and by unanimous consent, Senator Moncrief will be shown as Co-author of SB 569. SENATE BILLS ON FIRST READING The following bills were introduced, read first time, and referred to the committees indicated: SB 536 by Ellis, Duncan, Gallegos, West Relating to compensation for wrongful imprisonment. To Committee on Criminal Justice. SB 537 by Lucio Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate the movement of a manufactured house in the municipality. To Committee on Intergovernmental Relations. SB 538 by Lucio Relating to a study of duties performed by public school counselors. To Committee on Education. SB 539 by Carona Relating to regulating the enteral administration of anesthesia in connection with the practice of dentistry. To Committee on Health and Human Services. SB 540 by Sibley Relating to the adoption of standards for the practice of air conditioning and refrigeration contracting. To Committee on Business and Commerce. SB 541 by Shapiro Relating to the extent of extraterritorial jurisdiction of certain municipalities. To Committee on Intergovernmental Relations.



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	SB 542 by Nelson, Madla Relating to the authority of the commissioners court of a county to meet and transact business in a municipality other than the county seat. To Committee on Intergovernmental Relations. SB 543 by Nelson Relating to funding of special education programs under the public school finance system. To Committee on Education. SB 544 by Brown Relating to requiring health maintenance organizations to provide periodic health evaluations. To Committee on Business and Commerce. SB 545 by Brown Relating to the operation of overweight motor vehicles and the transportation of oversize or overweight commodities. To Committee on State Affairs. SB 546 by Brown Relating to the permitting process for the construction of certain concrete plants. To Committee on Natural Resources. SB 547 by Sibley, Nelson, Van de Putte Relating to an exemption from the sales and use tax for certain assessments and fees related to telecommunications services. To Committee on Finance. SB 548 by Zaffirini Relating to the appeal of a final court judgment sustaining or negating certain suspensions of a driver's license. To Committee on Jurisprudence. SB 549 by Zaffirini Relating to the pooling of sick leave by county employees. To Committee on Intergovernmental Relations. SB 550 by Bernsen, Moncrief, Ellis Relating to the creation of a life science task force. To Committee on Business and Commerce. SB 551 by Van de Putte Relating to the possession of and access to certain children by parents who have engaged in sexual assault. To Committee on Jurisprudence. SB 552 by Shapleigh Relating to the instructional facilities allotment and to state assistance with the payment of existing debt of school districts. To Committee on Education.



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	SB 553 by Duncan Relating to the creation of a task force to review the methods and procedures used to evaluate a criminal defendant's competency to stand trial and use of the insanity defense. To Committee on Criminal Justice. SB 554 by Carona, Barrientos, Gallegos, Shapleigh Relating to grants by the Texas Workforce Commission to assist economically disadvantaged persons enrolled in qualified postsecondary career education programs. To Committee on Business and Commerce. SB 555 by Ellis, Duncan, Zaffirini Relating to a college savings plan for qualified higher education expenses. To Committee on Education. SB 556 by Duncan, Moncrief, Van de Putte, Zaffirini Relating to prices of prescription drugs provided to Medicare recipients by pharmacies participating in the Medicaid vendor drug program. To Committee on Health and Human Services. SB 557 by Carona Relating to overtime compensation for certain municipal police department officers and civilian employees. To Committee on Intergovernmental Relations. SB 558 by Madla, Shapiro Relating to an advisory committee on reducing drug abuse. To Committee on Health and Human Services. SB 559 by Madla, Wentworth Relating to the application of the open meetings law to certain committees, subcommittees, and similar entities that are created by the governing body of a municipality. To Committee on Intergovernmental Relations. SB 560 by Sibley Relating to the regulation of certain consumer transactions involving real property. To Committee on Business and Commerce. SB 561 by Sibley Relating to indemnification provisions concerning registered architects and registered engineers in certain construction contracts. To Committee on Jurisprudence. SB 562 by Shapiro Relating to computation and reporting of the ratios of a school district's expenditures and personnel relating to direct student instruction. To Committee on Education. SB 563 by Armbrister Relating to the protection of the interest of certain innocent property owners in a criminal asset forfeiture proceeding. To Committee on Criminal Justice.



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	SB 564 by Armbrister, Wentworth Relating to the funding and operation of the universal service fund. To Committee on Business and Commerce. SB 565 by Armbrister Relating to security for public securities issued by governmental entities. To Committee on State Affairs. SB 566 by Carona Relating to certain charges included in a retail installment agreement. To Committee on Business and Commerce. HOUSE RESOLUTION ON FIRST READING The following resolution received from the House was read first time and referred to the committee indicated: HCR 42 to Committee on Administration. SENATE BILL 31 REREFERRED Senator Zaffirini submitted a Motion In Writing requesting that SB 31 be withdrawn from the Committee on Education and rereferred to the Committee on Health and Human Services. The Motion In Writing prevailed without objection. PHYSICIAN OF THE DAY Senator Duncan was recognized and presented Dr. Patrick Hanford of Lubbock as the Physician of the Day. The Senate welcomed Dr. Hanford and thanked him for his participation in the Physician of the Day program sponsored by the Texas Academy of Family Physicians. SENATE RESOLUTION 159 Senator Shapleigh offered the following resolution: WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes pleasure in welcoming many distinguished visitors from El Paso on February 7, 2001, to celebrate El Paso Day in Austin; and WHEREAS, During almost 400 years of history, El Paso sprang from its original indigenous groups, the Spanish missions with their accompanying priests and converts, and the newer Anglo settlements into a modern 21st century city that is distinctly bilingual, bicultural, and binational; and WHEREAS, The modern city of El Paso and its partner city, Juarez, make the area the largest border community in the world; El Paso has a moderate climate, friendly people, skilled workers, and a distinct culture, which attracts new industries, businesses, and tourists; and WHEREAS, Several successful businesses began their operations here; among them are Old El Paso Foods, Continental Airlines, and the Hilton Hotel chain; it is even said that El Paso resident Francisco Pancho Morales created the margarita; and



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	WHEREAS, The home of many famous authors, artists, singers, politicians, and members of the entertainment industry, El Paso enjoys the advantages of a myriad of cultural attractions; the El Paso Museum of Art, the El Paso Museum of History, the El Paso Centennial Museum, several old missions, and the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo Indian Tribe and Reservation, home of one of the three recognized Native American tribes in Texas, offer knowledge and entertainment; and WHEREAS, Presently El Paso is home to the nationwide civil rights group, the League of United Latin American Citizens; and WHEREAS, Basketball Hall of Fame member Don Haskins is an El Paso resident and a longtime basketball coach at The University of Texas at El Paso; he moved to El Paso in 1961 and was already established as a notable coach among his peers; he led the Miners to seven Western Athletic Conference Championships and 14 National Collegiate Athletic Association appearances, including the one in 1966 when his team won the title game by a score of 72-65; and WHEREAS, Another outstanding citizen of El Paso is Rosa Guerrero, founder of Rosa Guerrero Folklorico International; in 1974, she began the first folklorico dance group; in 1979, after she retired from teaching, she formed the Rosa Guerrero Folklorico, which she continues to run today, and remains interested in education, supporting bilingual education and initiatives to help dropout students; and WHEREAS, One of the most famous authors in the country today is an El Paso citizen, Cormac McCarthy; a writer who was not truly discovered until recently, this author has written Suttree, Blood Meridian, and his border trilogy, All the Pretty Horses, The Crossing, and Cities of the Plains; and WHEREAS, Another celebrated artist who is an El Paso citizen is Jose Cisneros, famed for his depictions of his early life in Durango, Mexico, and for collaborations with other artists; he won The University of Texas Paisano Fellowship in 1969; now, his works are desired and collected all over the world; he was proclaimed a Living Legend in 1997, and Governor and Mrs. George W. Bush honored him with a reception and dinner in 1998 in the Governor's Mansion; and WHEREAS, The Texas State Artist for two-dimensional works for 1997-1998, Ernesto Pedregon Martinez, hails from South El Paso; a self-taught artist, Mr. Martinez paints the everyday struggles of the Mexican people; a muralist, he has painted military, religious, and patriotic murals for hospitals, churches, and schools; Mr. Martinez was designated Artist of the Year by the League of United Latin American Citizens in 1975; and WHEREAS, Natives of this westernmost Texas city have achieved acclaim in many areas of endeavor, including entertainment, journalism, and the law; among those who have risen to prominence are United States Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, entertainer Debbie Reynolds, newsman Sam Donaldson, Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry, ventriloquist Ronn Lucas, Texas rock and roll pioneer Bobby Fuller, and singer Florencia Bisenta de Casillas Martinez Cardona, better known as Vikki Carr; El Paso's sister city, Juarez, Mexico, is the hometown of internationally known recording artist Juan Gabriel; and WHEREAS, The colorful traditions and rich history of El Paso will guarantee its prominence in the tales of the Lone Star State, and its citizens deserve to be proud of the extraordinary city which they call home; now, therefore, be it



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	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 77th Legislature, hereby extend a hearty welcome to El Paso visitors coming to the State Capitol for El Paso Day on February 7, 2001, and designate El Paso as the "International Gateway City to the Americas"; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared as an expression of the highest regard and esteem of the Texas Senate. The resolution was read. On motion of Senator Truan and by unanimous consent, the names of the Lieutenant Governor and Senators were added to the resolution as signers thereof. On motion of Senator Shapleigh, the resolution was adopted by a viva voce vote. GUESTS PRESENTED Senator Shapleigh was recognized and introduced to the Senate the following delegation from the City of El Paso: Mayor Carlos Ramirez; Venna Ramirez; city councilmembers Larry Medina, Elvia Hernandez, and Paul Escobar; County Judge Delores Briones; county commissioners Carlos Aquilar, Miguel Teran, and Charles Scruggs; Chente Quintanilla; Brian Haggerty; Dr. Diana Natalicio; and members of the chamber of commerce. The Senate welcomed its guests. MESSAGE FROM THE HOUSE HOUSE CHAMBER Austin, Texas February 7, 2001 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 103, Recognizing February 6 and 7, 2001, as Rusk County Days at the State Capitol. SCR 11, Granting permission to the Texas DeMolay Association to use the Senate and House of Representatives chambers. Respectfully, /s/Sharon Carter, Chief Clerk House of Representatives



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	GUESTS PRESENTED Senator Ogden was recognized and introduced to the Senate members of the Sheriff's Association of Texas. The Senate welcomed its guests. HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 103 The President laid before the Senate the following resolution: WHEREAS, On February 6 and 7, 2001, many proud residents of Rusk County will gather in Austin to celebrate Rusk County Days at the State Capitol; and WHEREAS, Created on January 16, 1843, and named for Texas patriot Thomas J. Rusk, the county comprises approximately 938 square miles and is situated between the Sabine and Angelina Rivers; and WHEREAS, Originally an agricultural trade center, Rusk County underwent a dramatic change with the discovery of oil in 1930; throughout the years, the area has continued to flourish and now has a robust and diverse economy that revolves around oil, lumber, agribusiness, government/services, and tourism; and WHEREAS, Henderson serves as the county seat and holds the prestigious distinction of having its downtown area be designated a National Register Historic District in 1996; in addition, vibrant towns in this beautiful county include Joinerville, Laird Hill, Laneville, Minden, Mount Enterprise, New London, Overton, Reklaw, Seiman City, Tatum, and part of Kilgore; and WHEREAS, With its picturesque landscape, innate charm, and colorful history, Rusk County is a popular destination for visitors and features many noteworthy attractions, such as the Gaston Museum, New London Museum & Tea Room, Howard-Dickinson House Museum, and Harmony Hill Ghost Town; furthermore, the annual Heritage Syrup Festival in November has become one of the county's most celebrated traditions; and WHEREAS, Located 120 miles southeast of Dallas and 75 miles west of Shreveport, Louisiana, Rusk County provides its citizenry with a splendid combination of small-town virtues and access to big-city life; and WHEREAS, Today, the county has a population of more than 45,000 people and remains one of the Lone Star State's great assets; Rusk County is truly a wonderful place in which to live, work, and raise a family, and it is most appropriate to honor this fine county at this time; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the 77th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby recognize February 6 and 7, 2001, as Rusk County Days at the State Capitol and welcome its citizens to the capital city; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the Rusk County delegation as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate. PRESIDENT RATLIFF The resolution was read. Senator Bivins, on behalf of President Ratliff, asked unanimous consent for immediate consideration of the resolution and its adoption. The resolution was adopted by a viva voce vote.



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	GUESTS PRESENTED The President introduced to the Senate a delegation of citizens from Rusk County. The Senate welcomed its guests. MOMENT OF SILENCE OBSERVED On request of Senator Moncrief, the Senate paused for a moment of silence for the son of Representative Sadler, who was seriously injured in an auto accident yesterday. GUESTS PRESENTED Senator Zaffirini was recognized and introduced to the Senate members of the American Heart Association, accompanied by her sister, Angela Borchers, Secretary of the State Board of the American Heart Association. Senator Zaffirini also introduced the following students from Martin High School in Laredo: Hilda Enriquez, Norma Segovia, Roxana Perez, Francisco Hilbelink, Edwin Vilchez, Antonio De La Cruz, Felipe Alvarado, Sonia Mandujano, Esmeralda Sandoval, Andy Garcia, and teachers Juan Gonzalez and Frank Ortega. The Senate welcomed its guests. CONCLUSION OF MORNING CALL The President at 11:24 a.m. announced the conclusion of morning call. SENATE BILL 170 ON THIRD READING Senator Wentworth moved that the regular order of business be suspended and that SB 170 be placed on its third reading and final passage. SB 170, Relating to the application of the open meetings law to attendance at a legislative committee meeting by a quorum of another governmental body. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Yeas 30, Nays 0, Present-not voting 1. Present-not voting: Mr. President. The bill was read third time and was passed by the following vote: Yeas 30, Nays 0, Present-not voting 1. (Same as previous roll call) COMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE SENATE BILL 139 ON SECOND READING Senator Carona 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 139 be taken up for consideration at this time: CSSB 139, Relating to the prosecution of and punishment for the offense of harassment.



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	The motion prevailed by the following vote: Yeas 30, Nays 0, Present-not voting 1. Present-not voting: Mr. President. The bill was read second time and was passed to engrossment by a viva voce vote. COMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE SENATE BILL 139 ON THIRD READING Senator Carona moved that Senate Rule 7.18 and the Constitutional Rule requiring bills to be read on three several days be suspended and that CSSB 139 be placed on its third reading and final passage. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Yeas 29, Nays 1, Present-not voting 1. Yeas: Armbrister, Barrientos, Bernsen, Bivins, Brown, Cain, Carona, Duncan, Ellis, Fraser, Gallegos, Harris, Haywood, Jackson, Lindsay, Lucio, Madla, Moncrief, Nelson, Ogden, Shapiro, Shapleigh, Sibley, Staples, Truan, Van de Putte, West, Whitmire, Zaffirini. Nays: Wentworth. Present-not voting: Mr. President. The bill was read third time and was passed by a viva voce vote. SENATE BILL 144 ON SECOND READING Senator Carona 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 144 be taken up for consideration at this time: SB 144, Relating to the qualifications for a license or provisional license to practice chiropractic. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Yeas 29, Nays 1, Present-not voting 1. Yeas: Armbrister, Barrientos, Bernsen, Bivins, Brown, Cain, Carona, Ellis, Fraser, Gallegos, Harris, Haywood, Jackson, Lindsay, Lucio, Madla, Moncrief, Nelson, Ogden, Shapiro, Shapleigh, Sibley, Staples, Truan, Van de Putte, Wentworth, West, Whitmire, Zaffirini. Nays: Duncan. Present-not voting: Mr. President. The bill was read second time and was passed to engrossment by a viva voce vote. SENATE BILL 144 ON THIRD READING Senator Carona moved that Senate Rule 7.18 and the Constitutional Rule requiring bills to be read on three several days be suspended and that SB 144 be placed on its third reading and final passage.



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	The motion prevailed by the following vote: Yeas 28, Nays 2, Present-not voting 1. Yeas: Armbrister, Barrientos, Bernsen, Bivins, Brown, Cain, Carona, Ellis, Fraser, Gallegos, Harris, Haywood, Jackson, Lindsay, Lucio, Madla, Moncrief, Nelson, Ogden, Shapiro, Shapleigh, Sibley, Staples, Truan, Van de Putte, West, Whitmire, Zaffirini. Nays: Duncan, Wentworth. Present-not voting: Mr. President. The bill was read third time and was passed by a viva voce vote. RECORD OF VOTE Senator Duncan asked to be recorded as voting "Nay" on the final passage of SB 144. SENATE BILL 83 ON SECOND READING Senator Madla 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 83 be taken up for consideration at this time: SB 83, Relating to the regulation of intermediate care facilities for persons with mental retardation. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Yeas 30, Nays 0, Present-not voting 1. Present-not voting: Mr. President. The bill was read second time. Senator Madla offered the following committee amendment to the bill: Committee Amendment No. 1 Amend SB 83 by striking the sentence that begins on page 1, line 24. The committee amendment was read and was adopted by a viva voce vote. On motion of Senator Madla and by unanimous consent, the caption was amended to conform to the body of the bill as amended. SB 83 as amended was passed to engrossment by a viva voce vote. SENATE BILL 83 ON THIRD READING Senator Madla moved that Senate Rule 7.18 and the Constitutional Rule requiring bills to be read on three several days be suspended and that SB 83 be placed on its third reading and final passage. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Yeas 29, Nays 1, Present-not voting 1.



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	Yeas: Armbrister, Barrientos, Bernsen, Bivins, Brown, Cain, Carona, Duncan, Ellis, Fraser, Gallegos, Harris, Haywood, Jackson, Lindsay, Lucio, Madla, Moncrief, Nelson, Ogden, Shapiro, Shapleigh, Sibley, Staples, Truan, Van de Putte, West, Whitmire, Zaffirini. Nays: Wentworth. Present-not voting: Mr. President. The bill was read third time and was passed by a viva voce vote. SENATE BILL 145 ON SECOND READING Senator Carona 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 145 be taken up for consideration at this time: SB 145, Relating to chiropractic facility licenses issued by the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Yeas 30, Nays 0, Present-not voting 1. Present-not voting: Mr. President. The bill was read second time and was passed to engrossment by a viva voce vote. SENATE BILL 145 ON THIRD READING Senator Carona moved that Senate Rule 7.18 and the Constitutional Rule requiring bills to be read on three several days be suspended and that SB 145 be placed on its third reading and final passage. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Yeas 29, Nays 1, Present-not voting 1. Yeas: Armbrister, Barrientos, Bernsen, Bivins, Brown, Cain, Carona, Duncan, Ellis, Fraser, Gallegos, Harris, Haywood, Jackson, Lindsay, Lucio, Madla, Moncrief, Nelson, Ogden, Shapiro, Shapleigh, Sibley, Staples, Truan, Van de Putte, West, Whitmire, Zaffirini. Nays: Wentworth. Present-not voting: Mr. President. The bill was read third time and passed by a viva voce vote. SENATE RESOLUTION 205 Senator Moncrief offered the following resolution: WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes pride in joining the American Heart Association, Texas Affiliate, in recognizing the month of February, 2001, as American Heart Month; the theme of the month is Be Prepared for Cardiac Emergencies; and



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	WHEREAS, The American Heart Association was founded in 1924 and is a nonprofit, voluntary health organization that is dedicated to the reduction of disability and death from cardiovascular diseases and stroke; and WHEREAS, Heart disease is the number one cause of death, and stroke is the number three cause of death and the number one cause of disability for citizens in Texas; and WHEREAS, Each year, over one million Texans dedicate their time and energy to supporting the research, education programs, and advocacy efforts of the American Heart Association; and WHEREAS, The association annually trains thousands of Texans in cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques and in the use of automated external defibrillators; and WHEREAS, The association has distributed heart health education materials to millions of Texans in order to increase the public's knowledge of the risk factors associated with heart disease and stroke; and WHEREAS, Due to the efforts of the American Heart Association and volunteers across the state and to the contributions of many individuals, families, foundations, and corporations, cardiovascular disease is now declining in our state; the association has set the goal of reducing coronary heart disease, stroke, and risk by 25 percent by 2010; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 77th Legislature, hereby commend the American Heart Association, Texas Affiliate, and the volunteers and many contributors who are working to curtail the incidence of cardiovascular disease in our state and encourage all Texans to recognize February, 2001, as American Heart Month; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the American Heart Association, Texas Affiliate, as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. The resolution was read. On motion of Senator Truan and by unanimous consent, the names of the Lieutenant Governor and Senators were added to the resolution as signers thereof. On motion of Senator Moncrief, the resolution was adopted by a viva voce vote. GUESTS PRESENTED Senator Moncrief was recognized and introduced to the Senate volunteers from the American Heart Association. The Senate welcomed its guests. RESOLUTIONS OF RECOGNITION The following resolutions were adopted by the Senate: Congratulatory Resolutions SR 204 by Ellis, Congratulating Will D. Davis. SR 207 by Moncrief, Congratulating Jeanette Smith.



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	ADJOURNMENT On motion of Senator Truan, the Senate at 11:43 a.m. adjourned until 11:00 a.m. tomorrow. APPENDIX COMMITTEE REPORTS The following committee reports were received by the Senate: February 7, 2001 STATE AFFAIRS — SB 232 (Amended) BUSINESS AND COMMERCE — SB 84, SB 105, CSSB 327