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Tex. Insurance Code § 1251.310 — TX Code / Code in / Chapter 1251 / Section 1251.310
§ 1251.310. TERMINATION OF CONTINUED COVERAGE.
Status: in_force

The coverage of an individual who exercises the continuation option under this subchapter continues without interruption and may not be canceled or otherwise terminated until:

(1) the insured fails to make a premium payment within the time required to make the payment;

(2) the insured becomes eligible for substantially similar coverage under another plan or program, including a group health insurance policy or contract, hospital or medical service subscriber contract, or medical practice or other prepayment plan; or

(3) the third anniversary of:

(A) the severance of the family relationship; or

(B) the retirement or death of the group member.
Tex. Family Code § 153.311 — TX Code / Code fa / Chapter 153 / Section 153.311
§ 153.311. MUTUAL AGREEMENT OR SPECIFIED TERMS FOR POSSESSION.
Status: in_force

The court shall specify in a standard possession order that the parties may have possession of the child at times mutually agreed to in advance by the parties and, in the absence of mutual agreement, shall have possession of the child under the specified terms set out in the standard possession order.
Tex. Health and Safety Code § 501.110 — TX Code / Code hs / Chapter 501 / Section 501.110
§ 501.110. DECISION BY COURT.
Status: in_force

(a) If the court sustains the finding that a violation occurred, the court may uphold or reduce the amount of the penalty and order the person to pay the full or reduced amount of the penalty.

(b) If the court does not sustain the finding that a violation occurred, the court shall order that a penalty is not owed.
Tex. Government Code § 420.051 — TX Code / Code gv / Chapter 420 / Section 420.051
§ 420.051. ADVOCATES FOR SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT.
Status: in_force

An individual may act as an advocate for survivors of sexual assault for the purposes of Subchapter H, Chapter 56A, Code of Criminal Procedure, if the individual has completed a sexual assault training program certified by the attorney general and is an employee or volunteer of a sexual assault program.
Tex. Insurance Code § 1110.006 — TX Code / Code in / Chapter 1110 / Section 1110.006
§ 1110.006. INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN POLICY.
Status: in_force

(a) A life insurance policy must include the substance of the provisions of Section 1110.004(b) that are applicable to the policy.

(b) A life insurance policy that provides for an adjustable interest rate under Section 1110.004(b)(2) must state the frequency at which the rate is to be determined.
Tex. Health and Safety Code § 772.502 — TX Code / Code hs / Chapter 772 / Section 772.502
§ 772.502. DEFINITIONS.
Status: in_force

In this subchapter:

(1) "Board" means the board of managers of a district.

(2) "District" means a regional emergency communications district created under this subchapter.

(3) "Participating jurisdiction" means a county or principal municipality that adopts a resolution to participate in a district created under this subchapter.

(4) "Principal municipality" means the municipality with the largest population in a region.

(5) "Region" means a state planning region established under Chapter 391, Local Government Code.

(6) "Regional planning commission" means a commission or council of governments created under Chapter 391, Local Government Code, for a designated region.
Tex. Occupations Code § 2310.160 — TX Code / Code oc / Chapter 2310 / Section 2310.160
§ 2310.160. INSURANCE POLICY REQUIRED FOR SERVICE COMPANY.
Status: in_force

A service company shall maintain a current effective liability insurance policy issued by an insurance company authorized to do business in this state or by a surplus lines insurer that meets the requirements of Chapter 981, Insurance Code, and rules adopted by the commissioner of insurance in an amount set by commission rule and based on the type of licensed activities to be performed.
Tex. Special District Local Laws Code § 9006.001 — TX Code / Code sd / Chapter 9006 / Section 9006.001
§ 9006.001. DEFINITIONS.
Status: in_force

In this chapter:

(1) "Authority" means the Clear Creek Watershed Authority.

(2) "Board" means the authority's board of directors.
Tex. Education Code § 51.920 — TX Code / Code ed / Chapter 51 / Section 51.920
§ 51.920. TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER.
Status: in_force

(a) Technology transfer can enhance the state's investment in research and development through the rapid commercialization of university research and the creation and expansion of Texas companies.

(b) The Center for Technology Development and Transfer established by Section 65.45 of this code, and the Technology Business Development Division of the Texas Engineering Experiment Station established by Section 88.300 of this code, shall cooperate fully to exercise their respective authorities to promote the timely and effective transfer of technology.

(c) Technology development programs operated by other state-supported institutions of higher education are encouraged to cooperate with the Center for Technology Development and Transfer and the Technology Business Development Division.
Tex. Transportation Code § 547.703 — TX Code / Code tn / Chapter 547 / Section 547.703
§ 547.703. ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR SLOW-MOVING VEHICLES.
Status: repealed

(a) Except as provided by Subsection (b), a slow-moving vehicle shall display a slow-moving-vehicle emblem that:

(1) has a reflective surface designed to be clearly visible in daylight or at night from the light of standard automobile headlamps at a distance of at least 500 feet;

(2) is mounted base down on the rear of the vehicle and at a height that does not impair the visibility of the emblem; and

(3) is maintained in a clean, reflective condition.

(b) Subsection (a) does not apply to a vehicle that is used in construction or maintenance work and is traveling in a construction area that is marked as required by the Texas Transportation Commission.

(c) If a motor vehicle displaying a slow-moving-vehicle emblem tows machinery, including an implement of husbandry, and the visibility of the emblem is not obstructed, the towed unit is not required to display a slow-moving-vehicle emblem.

(d) A golf cart, neighborhood electric vehicle, or off-highway vehicle that is operated at a speed of not more than 25 miles per hour is required to display a slow-moving-vehicle emblem when it is operated on a highway.

(e) Repealed by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1136, Sec. 12(2), eff. September 1, 2009.
Tex. Education Code § 1001.1015 — TX Code / Code ed / Chapter 1001 / Section 1001.1015
§ 1001.1015. ADULT DRIVER EDUCATION COURSE CURRICULUM AND EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS.
Status: repealed

(a) The commission by rule shall establish the curriculum and designate the educational materials to be used in a driver education course exclusively for adults.

(b) A driver education course under Subsection (a) must:

(1) provide at least the minimum number of hours of classroom instruction required by commission rule; and

(2) include instruction in:

(A) alcohol and drug awareness;

(B) the traffic laws of this state;

(C) highway signs, signals, and markings that regulate, warn, or direct traffic; and

(D) the issues commonly associated with motor vehicle collisions, including poor decision-making, risk taking, impaired driving, distraction, speed, failure to use a safety belt, driving at night, failure to yield the right-of-way, and using a wireless communication device while operating a vehicle.

(c) Repealed by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 663 (H.B. 1560), Sec. 5.68(4), eff. September 1, 2021.

(d) A driving safety course may not be approved as a driver education course under Subsection (a).
Tex. Transportation Code § 70.014 — TX Code / Code tn / Chapter 70 / Section 70.014
§ 70.014. TERM OF OFFICE.
Status: in_force

(a) The term of office of a commissioner of pilots coincides with a person's term as a port commissioner for the Port of Corpus Christi Authority.

(b) A member holds office until the member's successor is appointed and qualified.
Tex. Special District Local Laws Code § 3928.110 — TX Code / Code sd / Chapter 3928 / Section 3928.110
§ 3928.110. PARKING FACILITIES.
Status: in_force

(a) The district may acquire, lease as lessor or lessee, construct, develop, own, operate, and maintain parking facilities or a system of parking facilities, including lots, garages, parking terminals, or other structures or accommodations for parking motor vehicles off the streets and related appurtenances.

(b) The district's parking facilities serve the public purposes of the district and are owned, used, and held for a public purpose even if leased or operated by a private entity for a term of years.

(c) The district's parking facilities are parts of and necessary components of a street and are considered to be a street or road improvement.

(d) The development and operation of the district's parking facilities may be considered an economic development program.
Tex. Transportation Code § 521.102 — TX Code / Code tn / Chapter 521 / Section 521.102
§ 521.102. DESIGNATOR ON PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION CERTIFICATE ISSUED TO VETERAN.
Status: in_force

(a) In this section:

(1) "Disability rating" has the meaning assigned by Section 11.22, Tax Code.

(2) "Disabled veteran" and "veteran" have the meanings assigned by Section 521.1235.

(b) The department shall include the designation "VETERAN" on a personal identification certificate issued to a veteran in an available space on the face of the personal identification certificate or on the reverse side of the personal identification certificate if:

(1) the veteran requests the designation; and

(2) the veteran provides proof sufficient to the department of the veteran's military service and honorable discharge.

(b-1) If a disabled veteran provides proof sufficient to the department, the department, on request of the disabled veteran, shall include on a personal identification certificate issued to the disabled veteran in any available space on the face of the personal identification certificate or on the reverse side of the personal identification certificate:

(1) a disabled veteran designation; and

(2) the branch of the service in which the disabled veteran served.

(b-2) For purposes of Subsection (b)(2), the department must accept a veteran identification card issued by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs or an identification card issued by the United States Department of Defense as sufficient proof of the veteran's military service and honorable discharge.

(c) The department shall provide to the recipient of a personal identification certificate with a designation under this section the informational paper described by Section 521.011 at the time the certificate is issued.

(d) Notwithstanding any other law and except as provided by Subsection (e), for purposes of obtaining a service or benefit available for disabled veterans in this state, a disabled veteran may use a personal identification certificate described by Subsection (b-1) as satisfactory proof:

(1) that the disabled veteran has a disability rating described by Section 521.1235(a)(2)(A) or (B), as applicable; and

(2) of branch of service and honorable discharge.

(e) A personal identification certificate described by Subsection (b-1) is not satisfactory proof of the disabled veteran's disability rating for purposes of obtaining a property tax exemption provided by Chapter 11, Tax Code.

(f) A disabled veteran who renews a personal identification certificate described by Subsection (b-1) shall provide proof sufficient to the department of the disabled veteran's disability rating.

(g) The department shall establish and maintain on the department's Internet website forms and procedures by which a veteran or disabled veteran may request and provide the proof required for a designation on a personal identification certificate or renewal of a personal identification certificate with a designation under this section by submitting a form and the required proof electronically on the department's Internet website.
Tex. Special District Local Laws Code § 1053.252 — TX Code / Code sd / Chapter 1053 / Section 1053.252
§ 1053.252. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.
Status: in_force

(a) An ad valorem tax shall be imposed on all property in the district subject to district taxation at a rate sufficient to create an interest and sinking fund to pay the principal of and interest on general obligation bonds issued under Section 1053.251 as the bonds mature.

(b) The tax required by this section together with any other ad valorem tax imposed for the district may not in any year exceed 75 cents on each $100 valuation of all taxable property in the district.
Tex. Water Code § 5.755 — TX Code / Code wa / Chapter 5 / Section 5.755
§ 5.755. STRATEGICALLY DIRECTED REGULATORY STRUCTURE.
Status: in_force

(a) The commission by rule shall develop a strategically directed regulatory structure to provide incentives for enhanced environmental performance.

(b) The strategically directed regulatory structure shall offer incentives based on:

(1) a person's compliance history; and

(2) any voluntary measures undertaken by the person to improve environmental quality.

(c) An innovative program offered as part of the strategically directed regulatory structure must be consistent with other law and any requirement necessary to maintain federal program authorization.
Tex. Special District Local Laws Code § 3815.201 — TX Code / Code sd / Chapter 3815 / Section 3815.201
§ 3815.201. DISSOLUTION OF DISTRICT WITH OUTSTANDING DEBT.
Status: in_force

If the district has debt when it is dissolved, the district shall remain in existence solely for the purpose of discharging its bonds or other obligations according to their terms.
Tex. Tax Code § 351.163 — TX Code / Code tx / Chapter 351 / Section 351.163
§ 351.163. REPORT ON QUALIFIED PROJECTS.
Status: in_force

(a) Not later than December 1 of each even-numbered year, the comptroller shall prepare a report on the status of each qualified project.

(b) The report must include, for each qualified project:

(1) the location and a description of the project, including the current status of the project;

(2) the number of qualified hotels and qualified convention center facilities associated with the project;

(3) the total amount of tax revenue received by a municipality under Section 351.156 and, if applicable, Section 351.157 as a result of the project;

(4) the amount of state tax revenue generated by the project that has been received by the state after the period of entitlement for the project as prescribed by Section 351.158 has ended; and

(5) whether the municipality is required to remit payments to the comptroller under Section 351.162 as a result of the project.

(c) The comptroller may include in the report any additional information the comptroller determines is necessary to evaluate the effect of each qualified project on the economy of this state.

(d) The comptroller shall:

(1) post a copy of the report on the comptroller's Internet website; and

(2) provide a copy of the report to the lieutenant governor, the speaker of the house of representatives, and each other member of the legislature.
Tex. Special District Local Laws Code § 4013.0606 — TX Code / Code sd / Chapter 4013 / Section 4013.0606
§ 4013.0606. EXAMINATION AND RECEIPT OF INFORMATION.
Status: in_force

The district may examine and receive information related to the imposition of a sales and use tax to the same extent as if the district were a municipality.
Tex. Insurance Code § 462.110 — TX Code / Code in / Chapter 462 / Section 462.110
§ 462.110. EXEMPTION FROM CERTAIN FEES AND TAXES.
Status: in_force

The association is exempt from payment of all fees and of all taxes levied by this state or a subdivision of this state, except taxes levied on real or personal property.
Tex. Code of Criminal Procedure § 44.2812 — TX Code / Code cr / Chapter 44 / Section 44.2812
§ 44.2812. CONFIDENTIAL RECORDS RELATED TO FINE-ONLY MISDEMEANOR.
Status: in_force

(a) Except as provided by Subsection (b) and Article 45A.055(b), following the fifth anniversary of the date of a final conviction of, or of a dismissal after deferral of disposition for, a misdemeanor offense punishable by fine only, all records and files and information stored by electronic means or otherwise, from which a record or file could be generated, that are held or stored by or for an appellate court and relate to the person who was convicted of, or who received a dismissal after deferral of disposition for, the offense are confidential and may not be disclosed to the public.

(b) This article does not apply to:

(1) an opinion issued by an appellate court; or

(2) records, files, and information described by Subsection (a) that relate to an offense that is sexual in nature, as determined by the holder of the records, files, or information.
Tex. Insurance Code § 651.002 — TX Code / Code in / Chapter 651 / Section 651.002
§ 651.002. CERTAIN CONDUCT NOT ENGAGING IN BUSINESS AS INSURANCE PREMIUM FINANCE COMPANY.
Status: in_force

(a) The preparation or delivery by an insurance agent of a premium finance agreement or disclosure statement required by Section 651.155 on behalf of the insured does not constitute engaging in business as an insurance premium finance company.

(b) Subsection (a) does not apply to a premium finance agreement held for the benefit of the insurance agent as provided by Section 651.001(3)(C).

(c) This chapter does not apply to a health care sharing ministry operated under Chapter 1681.
Tex. Water Code § 58.482 — TX Code / Code wa / Chapter 58 / Section 58.482
§ 58.482. ELECTION.
Status: in_force

(a) If the district proposes to issue bonds which will be secured under either Section 58.480(b)(2) or 58.480(b)(3) of this code, the proposition shall be presented at an election held under Section 58.443 of this code.

(b) The ballots for the election shall be printed to provide for voting for or against one of the following propositions:

(1) "The issuance of bonds and the pledge of net revenue for the payment of the bonds.";

(2) "The issuance of bonds, the pledge of net revenue, and the creation of a lien on physical property to secure payment of the bonds."; or

(3) "The issuance of bonds, the pledge of net revenue, and the levy of adequate taxes to pay the bonds."
Tex. Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 98.003 — TX Code / Code cp / Chapter 98 / Section 98.003
§ 98.003. DAMAGES.
Status: in_force

(a) A claimant who prevails in a suit under this chapter shall be awarded:

(1) actual damages, including damages for mental anguish even if an injury other than mental anguish is not shown;

(2) court costs; and

(3) reasonable attorney's fees.

(b) In addition to an award under Subsection (a), a claimant who prevails in a suit under this chapter may recover exemplary damages.
Tex. Special District Local Laws Code § 8288.055 — TX Code / Code sd / Chapter 8288 / Section 8288.055
§ 8288.055. OFFICER DUTIES.
Status: in_force

(a) The board president shall preside at board meetings and perform other duties prescribed by the board.

(b) The board secretary is the official custodian of the minutes, books, records, and seal of the board and shall perform other duties and functions prescribed by the board.

(c) The board treasurer shall perform duties and functions prescribed by the board.

(d) An assistant officer may perform any duties or functions as may be prescribed by the board.
Tex. Special District Local Laws Code § 8316.003 — TX Code / Code sd / Chapter 8316 / Section 8316.003
§ 8316.003. CONFIRMATION AND DIRECTORS' ELECTION REQUIRED.
Status: in_force

The temporary directors shall hold an election to confirm the creation of the district and to elect five permanent directors as provided by Section 49.102, Water Code.
Tex. Insurance Code § 1467.053 — TX Code / Code in / Chapter 1467 / Section 1467.053
§ 1467.053. APPOINTMENT OF MEDIATOR; FEES.
Status: repealed

(a) A mediation shall be conducted by one mediator.

(b) Repealed by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1342 (S.B. 1264), Sec. 3.03(5), eff. September 1, 2019.

(b-1) If the parties do not select a mediator by mutual agreement on or before the 30th day after the date the mediation is requested, the party requesting the mediation shall notify the commissioner, and the commissioner shall select a mediator from the commissioner's list of approved mediators.

(c) Repealed by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1342 (S.B. 1264), Sec. 3.03(5), eff. September 1, 2019.

(d) The mediator's fees shall be split evenly and paid by the health benefit plan issuer or administrator and the out-of-network provider.
Tex. Health and Safety Code § 534.155 — TX Code / Code hs / Chapter 534 / Section 534.155
§ 534.155. CONSIDERATION OF BIDS.
Status: in_force

Each appropriate department shall give equal consideration to bids submitted by any entity, whether it be public, for-profit, or nonprofit, if the department accepts bids to provide services through a capitated or at-risk payment arrangement and if the entities meet all other criteria as required by the department.
Tex. Special District Local Laws Code § 8842.001 — TX Code / Code sd / Chapter 8842 / Section 8842.001
§ 8842.001. DEFINITIONS.
Status: in_force

In this chapter:

(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.

(2) "Director" means a board member.

(3) "District" means the Headwaters Groundwater Conservation District.
Tex. Special District Local Laws Code § 8084.0201 — TX Code / Code sd / Chapter 8084 / Section 8084.0201
§ 8084.0201. GOVERNING BODY; TERMS.
Status: in_force

(a) The district is governed by a board of five elected directors.

(b) Except as provided by Section 8084.0202, directors serve staggered four-year terms.
Tex. Insurance Code § 2051.001 — TX Code / Code in / Chapter 2051 / Section 2051.001
§ 2051.001. DEFINITION.
Status: in_force

In this chapter, "insurance company" means a stock company, mutual insurance company, reciprocal or interinsurance exchange, or Lloyd's plan authorized to engage in the business of workers' compensation insurance in this state.
Tex. Family Code § 3.103 — TX Code / Code fa / Chapter 3 / Section 3.103
§ 3.103. MANAGING EARNINGS OF MINOR.
Status: in_force

Except as provided by Section 264.0111, during the marriage of the parents of an unemancipated minor for whom a managing conservator has not been appointed, the earnings of the minor are subject to the joint management, control, and disposition of the parents of the minor, unless otherwise provided by agreement of the parents or by judicial order.
Tex. Government Code § 2269.105 — TX Code / Code gv / Chapter 2269 / Section 2269.105
§ 2269.105. SELECTION OF OFFEROR.
Status: in_force

Not later than the seventh day after the date the contract is awarded, the governmental entity shall document the basis of its selection and shall make the evaluations public.