If passed, HB371 seeks to amend Section 662.003(b) of the Texas Government Code (a list of official Texas state holidays) to add the day after the Super Bowl as an official state holiday. If passed, SB845 would amend Section 38.005 of Texas Utilities Code in order to require the Public Utilities Commission to adopt minimum weatherization standards for electric utilities, transmission and distribution utilities, electric cooperatives, municipally owned utilities, and generation providers that ensure services remain reasonably reliable in extreme weather conditions. The bill would also require these utility providers to file annual reports regarding weatherization measures it implemented, as well as mandate periodic in-person inspections to verify said minimum weatherization standards have been implemented. According to HB1121, any excess revenue made by the department (exceeding the expenses necessary to operate the platform) shall be deposited to the credit of the foundation school fund. In March of 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued a waiver which permitted restaurants with a mixed beverage permit to offer beer, wine, and mixed drinks to-go with food purchases. likely played a role in the crash. Dan Patrick announced that he will be introducing a bill known as the Star Spangled Banner Protection Act (SB4). HB205, if passed, seeks to modify Chapter 2151 of the Texas Occupations Code in order to require that amusement ride operators be trained in the proper use and operation of the ride, and to be at least 16 years of age. HJR100 & SJR55 both propose a constitutional amendment relating to the right to own, hold, and use any mutually agreed upon medium of exchange (including Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies). Both SJR13 & SJR68 propose a constitutional amendment which would abolish daylight saving time in Texas. Histotechnology is the science of detecting tissue abnormalities that indicate diseases such as cancer. Excerpt from the bill: Whereas the outstanding achievements of Z-Ro and Travis Scott have made Missouri City a very bright spot on the map of hip-hops most vibrant communities, bringing increased recognition of the Lone Star States contributions to this popular genre.. May subject the team to debarment from contracting with this state. It also states that no person may sell, offer for sale, or deliver any liquor before 10 a.m. or after 9 p.m. on any other day. While many people dont know this, digital license plates are already allowed under Texas lawjust not for passenger vehicles. Similar to the bills above, HB616, if passed, seeks to amend Section 481.121 of Texas Health and Safety Code to classify possession of two (2) grams or less of marijuana as a Class C misdemeanor. Currently, such hospital liens may not exceed: If passed, HB2064 would also add that such hospital liens may not exceed the amount awarded by the trier of fact for the services provided to the injured individual by the hospital, less the pro rata share of attorneys fees and expenses the injured individual incurred in pursuing the claim.. SB1737 seeks to amend Section 544.007 of Texas Transportation Code in order to allow cyclists and motorcyclists to proceed through a traffic-actuated red light if the traffic-control signal fails to register the motorcycle or bicycle. Similar to HB904 (see above), HB66 seeks to amend Section 662.003(b) of the Texas Government Code (a list of official Texas state holidays) to add every day on which an election, including a primary election, is held throughout the state.. If passed, HB3198 would require original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of digital electronic equipment sold or used in this state to make available, on fair and reasonable terms, to any independent repair provider or to an owner of digital electronic equipment manufactured by or on behalf of, sold by, or supplied by the original equipment manufacturer: HB4063, on the other hand, would require original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of electronics-enabled heavy equipment sold or used in this state to make available, on fair and reasonable terms, to any independent repair provider or to an owner of electronics-enabled heavy equipment manufactured by or on behalf of, sold by, or supplied by the original equipment manufacturer: Texas law currently prohibits car manufacturers from directly selling vehicles to customers, and instead encourages automakers to sell via franchised dealerships. While similar to HB1001 and SB327 (which would allow PTSD patients to be prescribed low-THC cannabis), HB1109 seeks to allow veterans with PTSD to apply for a permit in order to purchase medical marijuana from a cultivating or dispensing facility in Texas. If passed, a bet under Texas law will not include any offer of a prize, award, or compensation to the participants in a fantasy or simulated game or contest which is determined by the accumulated statistical performances of the individual athletes on a participants fictional sports team.. Affirm the sanctity of human life and the importance of treating all persons with dignity and respect. If passed, HCR66 seeks to have the 87th Legislature of the State of Texas: Excerpt from the bill: Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of hate crimes and incidents of hate directed at Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs), with the use of terms such as Chinese virus, Wuhan virus, and kung-flu perpetuating this disturbing escalation.. If passed, HB88 (known as the George Floyd Act) seeks to address qualified immunity for police officers by allowing civil lawsuits at the state level for deprivation of rights under color of law, require the use of de-escalation tactics, require officers to intervene if another officer is using excessive force, require officers to provide aid immediately to any person who needs medical attention (including as a result of the use of force), to further define when and why police officers can use nonlethal and lethal force, to ban chokeholds, as well as prevent arrests for misdemeanor fine-only offenses. A new year brings new laws in California. If the minor or the person entering into the settlement agreement on behalf of the minor is not represented by an attorney (and the money payable under the settlement agreement is paid in cash) the payment must be made directly into a federally insured savings account that earns interest and is in the sole name of the minor. Each of the three bills listed above seek to amend several sections of Texas Government Code (as well as the Civil Practice and Remedies Code, Family Code, Estates Code, Health and Safety Code, and Code of Criminal Procedure) in order to permit or require the attendance of a court hearing or proceeding remotely through the use of technology and the Internet.. The actor is the owner or occupant of the real property over which the unmanned aircraft was operated or the actor received the prior written consent of the owner or occupant of that property; The unmanned aircraft was operated in the course of the actors actual discharge of official duties as a member of the United States armed forces or the state military forces; or. If passed, HB937 seeks to amend Section 24.07 of the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code in order to allow stores which hold a wine only package store permit and a retail dealers off-premise license to sell liquor on Sundays from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. The driver responsible for the incident was cited with failure to yield, but was never charged. Texas law currently prohibits the consumption of alcoholic beverages during certain hours in a public place. 512.463.3208 . Retailers are authorized to sell beer for on-premise consumption between 10:00 a.m. and noon if the beer is served to a customer in conjunction with the service of food. SB42, if passed, would seek to expand on this law by banning all hand-held mobile phone usage while driving (except when necessary to contact emergency services). The officer reasonably believes it is immediately necessary to protect the officer or another person from the use of unlawful deadly force by the driver of the vehicle; and. If passed, both HJR51 & SJR66 propose an amendment to Article I of the Texas constitution which states that no person shall be held in slavery or involuntary servitude in this state for any reason, including as a punishment for a crime.. Digital license plates are currently only allowed if the vehicle is part of a commercial fleet or owned by a government entity. If passed, HB904 seeks to amend Section 662.003(b) of the Texas Government Code (a list of official Texas state holidays) to add the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of an even-numbered year (election day) as a state holiday. If passed, the bill would require law enforcement officers who investigate a right-angle collision at an uncontrolled intersection to file a written report with the Texas Department of Transportation. If passed, both HB36 and HB219 seek to amend Section 662.003(b) of the Texas Government Code (a list of official Texas state holidays) to remove Confederate Heroes Day, which takes place on the 19th day of January. Public Information Officer . Manage and Report Changes to an Existing License, Texas Responsible Alcohol Delivery Training, Information for Local Government Officials, File a TABC Certification School Complaint, Personal Importation and Ports of Entry FAQs, TABC Sept. 1, 2021 License Consolidation Explained chart (PDF). Insurance companies claim that this information is irrelevant and immaterial to a pre-suit claim, while plaintiffs lawyers argue that it can help facilitate settlement and avoid needless litigation. Currently, there is no specific penalty for turning off a camera during an investigation. With a two-year interim gap, states like Texas often have to wait well over a year to respond to new federal laws or make other timely policies. By Chloe Atkins. If passed, each of the bills listed above seek to amend Chapter 28 of the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code in order to make these changes permanent. Check out our FAQs page to find quick answers to your questions. HB2728 seeks to amend Subchapter C, Chapter 662 of Texas Government Code (recognition days) to declare January 27 as International Holocaust Remembrance Day in order to commemorate the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau and to honor the millions of victims of the Holocaust. HB501 seeks to adjust these arbitrary caps equal to any increase or decrease in the consumer price indexwhich measures the average changes in prices of goods and services purchased by urban wage earnerssince September of 2003. If passed, these bills would establish rules and regulations regarding qualifying patients, a patient registry system, cannabis testing facilities, licensure of dispensing organizations, allowable amounts, taxes, fees, and more. AUSTIN - More than 30 new state laws that will affect more than 500,000 Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) licensees will go into effect . HB170 & SB1067 both seek to adds language to Section 105.06 of the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code to further define a public place in this context. If you were convicted of a DWI, your license can be suspended: For up to 2 years, if you are 21 years old or older. At any time in which a child who is unable to swim (or is at risk when swimming) has access to a body of water, the organization shall: HOAs (AKA property owners associations) in Texas generally have a lot of leeway when it comes to enforcing restrictive covenants.