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2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 45 - Texas-Israel Exchange Research Program › Section 45.007. Financing

Sec. 45.007.  FINANCING.  (a)  Repealed by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 506, Sec. 3.07(b)(4), eff. September 1, 2009.
(b)  The department may accept gifts and grants from the federal government, state government, and private sources, as well as legislative appropriations to carry out the purposes of this chapter.  The use of gifts and grants other than legislative appropriation is subject only to limitations contained in the gift or grant.
(c)  Repealed by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 506, Sec. 3.07(b)(4), eff. September 1, 2009.
(d)  The department shall make an annual accounting of all money received, awarded, and expended during the year under this chapter to the legislative committees responsible for agricultural issues.
Added by Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 1210, Sec. 1, eff. Aug. 28, 1989.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 506 (S.B. 1016), Sec. 3.05, eff. September 1, 2009.
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 506 (S.B. 1016), Sec. 3.07(b)(4), eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 46 - "Go Texan" Partner Program › Section 46.001. Findings

Sec. 46.001.  FINDINGS.  The legislature finds that this state needs a Texas agricultural product promotion program to increase consumer awareness of Texas agricultural products and expand the markets for Texas agricultural products.  The legislature further finds that the Texas Department of Agriculture, through the establishment of the "Go Texan" Partner Program and use of program grants and matching funds, is the proper department to promote and advertise these products.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 186, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 46 - "Go Texan" Partner Program › Section 46.002. Definition

Sec. 46.002.  DEFINITION.  In this chapter "Texas agricultural product" means an agricultural, apicultural, horticultural, silvicultural, viticultural, or vegetable product, either in its natural or processed state, that has been produced, processed, or otherwise had value added to the product in this state, including:
(1)  feed for use by livestock or poultry;
(2)  fish or other aquatic species;
(3)  livestock, a livestock product, or a livestock by-product;
(4)  planting seed;
(5)  poultry, a poultry product, or a poultry by-product;  or
(6)  wildlife processed for food or by-products.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 186, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.  Amended by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 208, Sec. 3, eff. May 21, 2001;  Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 604, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 2003.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 46 - "Go Texan" Partner Program › Section 46.003. General Authority

Sec. 46.003.  GENERAL AUTHORITY.  The Texas Department of Agriculture shall establish and maintain the "Go Texan" Partner Program to encourage the development and expansion of markets for Texas agricultural products through participation of eligible applicants who provide funds to be matched for promotional marketing programs implemented by the department.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 186, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 46 - "Go Texan" Partner Program › Section 46.004. Eligible Applicant

Sec. 46.004.  ELIGIBLE APPLICANT.  An eligible applicant must be:
(1)  a state or regional organization or board that promotes the marketing and sale of Texas agricultural products and does not stand to profit directly from specific sales of agricultural commodities;
(2)  a cooperative organization, as defined by department rule;
(3)  a state agency or board that promotes the marketing and sale of agricultural commodities;
(4)  a national organization or board that represents Texas producers and promotes the marketing and sale of Texas agricultural products;
(5)  an eligible small business, as defined by department rule;  or
(6)  any other entity that promotes the marketing and sale of Texas agricultural products, as determined by the department.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 186, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 46 - "Go Texan" Partner Program › Section 46.005. Department Powers and Duties

Sec. 46.005.  DEPARTMENT POWERS AND DUTIES.  The department shall administer the "Go Texan" Partner Program.  The duties of the department in administering the program include:
(1)  developing procedures for acceptance and administration of funds received to administer the program, including appropriations, gifts, license plate revenue, and matching funds;
(2)  developing application and selection procedures including procedures for soliciting and accepting applications;
(3)  developing a general promotional campaign for Texas agricultural products and advertising campaigns for specific Texas agricultural products based on project requests submitted by successful applicants;
(4)  developing advertising programs and promotional materials for use by program participants and establishing guidelines on advertising activities by participants;
(5)  contracting with media representatives for the purpose of dispersing promotional materials; and
(6)  receiving matching funds from program participants and donations or grants from any source, and establishing internal reporting requirements for use of funds.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 186, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 848 (S.B. 703), Sec. 13, eff. September 1, 2021.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 46 - "Go Texan" Partner Program › Section 46.006. Requirements for Participation

Sec. 46.006.  REQUIREMENTS FOR PARTICIPATION.  To be eligible for participation in the program through the use of matching funds under this chapter, an organization must:
(1)  be an eligible applicant under Section 46.004 of this chapter;
(2)  prepare and submit a project request and application as provided by department rule;  and
(3)  meet any other requirement established by department rule.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 186, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 46 - "Go Texan" Partner Program › Section 46.007. Project Requests

Sec. 46.007.  PROJECT REQUESTS.  (a)  A project request submitted by an eligible participant must describe the advertising or other market-oriented promotional activities to be carried out by the department using matching funds.
(b)  The department may not approve a project request submitted under this section unless the request includes:
(1)  a specific description of the project and how assistance received under this chapter could be expended in implementing the request;
(2)  a description of anticipated benefits to be achieved as a result of the marketing promotional program;  and
(3)  additional information as required by the department.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 186, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 46 - "Go Texan" Partner Program › Section 46.008. "Go Texan" Partner Program Account

Sec. 46.008.  "GO TEXAN" PARTNER PROGRAM ACCOUNT.  (a)  The "Go Texan" partner program account is an account in the general revenue fund.  The account is composed of:
(1)  legislative appropriations;
(2)  gifts, grants, donations, and matching funds received under Subsection (b);
(3)  money required to be deposited in the account under Section 502.2761, Transportation Code;  and
(4)  other money required by law to be deposited in the account.
(b)  The department may solicit and accept gifts in kind, donations, and grants of money from the federal government, local governments, private corporations, or other persons to be used for the purposes of this chapter.
(c)  Money in the account may be appropriated to the department only for the purpose of implementing and maintaining the "Go Texan" Partner Program.
(d)  Income from money in the account shall be credited to the account.
(e)  The account is exempt from the application of Section 403.095, Government Code.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 186, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.  Amended by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 208, Sec. 4, eff. May 21, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 46 - "Go Texan" Partner Program › Section 46.009. Use of Funds

Sec. 46.009.  USE OF FUNDS.  (a)  Funds received under this chapter may only be used for activities promoting the sale of Texas agricultural products.  The department by rule may allocate funds to categories of eligible participants and to general or product-specific promotional activities.  The department may use the funds in an amount not to exceed $5,000 in a state fiscal year for the purchase of food and beverage refreshments at "Go Texan" promotional events.
(b)  The department shall adopt rules to ensure that money in the "Go Texan" partner program account is used only for the purposes prescribed under this section.
(c)  The payment of the administrative expenses under the program may not exceed seven percent of the amount of the legislative appropriation each biennium for the "Go Texan" partner program account.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 186, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.  Amended by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 208, Sec. 5, eff. May 21, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 46 - "Go Texan" Partner Program › Section 46.0095. Sale of Promotional Items or Program Merchandise

Sec. 46.0095.  SALE OF PROMOTIONAL ITEMS OR PROGRAM MERCHANDISE.  (a)  The department may sell or contract for the sale of "Go Texan" promotional items and program merchandise, including clothing, posters, and banners, in order to encourage the marketing and promotion of agricultural and other products grown, processed, or produced in this state.  The department may use any available means, including direct marketing, mail, the Internet, and any other media format to advertise and sell those items.
(b)  Money received from the sale of promotional items and program merchandise under this section may be appropriated only to the department for the department's activities or programs relating to the marketing and promotion of agricultural and other products grown, processed, or produced in this state.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 208, Sec. 6, eff. May 21, 2001.
Amended by:
Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 69 (S.B. 1086), Sec. 4, eff. May 17, 2011.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 46 - "Go Texan" Partner Program › Section 46.011. Criteria for Allocation of Funds

Sec. 46.011.  CRITERIA FOR ALLOCATION OF FUNDS.  The department shall by rule establish criteria for allocation of funds to participant projects.  Rules adopted under this section must include:
(1)  the factors to be considered in evaluating projects; and
(2)  a maximum funding amount for each project.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 186, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 848 (S.B. 703), Sec. 14, eff. September 1, 2021.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 46 - "Go Texan" Partner Program › Section 46.012. Rulemaking Authority

Sec. 46.012.  RULEMAKING AUTHORITY.  The department shall adopt rules to administer this chapter including rules for the use of the "Go Texan" logo.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 186, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 46 - "Go Texan" Partner Program › Section 46.013. Administrative Penalties; Civil Penalties; Injunctive Relief

Sec. 46.013.  ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTIES;  CIVIL PENALTIES;  INJUNCTIVE RELIEF.  (a)  In addition to the other provisions of this chapter, a person violates this chapter if the person:
(1)  uses, reproduces, or distributes the logo of the "Go Texan" Partner Program without registering with the department;  or
(2)  violates a rule adopted by the department under this chapter.
(b)  A person who violates this chapter:
(1)  forfeits the person's ability to use the logo of the "Go Texan" Partner Program;  and
(2)  is ineligible for a grant of funds under this chapter.
(c)  The department may assess an administrative penalty as provided by Section 12.020 against a person who violates this chapter.
(d)  A person who violates this chapter is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $500 for each violation.  Each day that a violation continues may be considered a separate violation for purposes of a civil penalty assessed under this chapter.
(e)  At the request of the department, the attorney general or the county attorney or district attorney of the county in which the violation is alleged to have occurred shall file suit to collect the civil penalty.
(f)  A civil penalty collected under this section shall be deposited to the credit of the general revenue fund.
(g)  At the request of the department, the attorney general or the county or district attorney of the county in which the alleged violation is threatened to occur or is occurring shall file suit for the appropriate injunctive relief to prevent or abate a violation of this chapter.  Venue for an action brought under this subsection is in Travis County.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 186, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 47 - Texas Shrimp Marketing Assistance Program › Section 47.051. Definitions

Sec. 47.051.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:
(1)  Repealed by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 848 (S.B. 703), Sec. 56(4), eff. September 1, 2021.
(2)  "Coastal waters" means all the salt water of the state, including the portion of the Gulf of Mexico that is within the jurisdiction of the state.
(3)  "Program" means the Texas shrimp marketing assistance program.
(4)  "Shrimp marketing account" means the account in the general revenue fund established under Section 77.002(b), Parks and Wildlife Code.
(5)  "Texas-produced shrimp" means wild-caught shrimp commercially harvested from coastal waters by a shrimp boat licensed by the Parks and Wildlife Department.
Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 265, Sec. 6, eff. June 18, 2003;  Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 677, Sec. 4, eff. June 20, 2003.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1052 (H.B. 4593), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2009.
Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324 (S.B. 1488), Sec. 2.003, eff. September 1, 2017.
Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 848 (S.B. 703), Sec. 56(4), eff. September 1, 2021.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 47 - Texas Shrimp Marketing Assistance Program › Section 47.052. Program Established

Sec. 47.052.  PROGRAM ESTABLISHED.  (a)  The Texas shrimp marketing assistance program is established in the department to assist the Texas wild-caught shrimping industry in promoting and marketing Texas-produced shrimp and educating the public about the Texas wild-caught shrimping industry and Texas-produced shrimp.
(b)  The commissioner shall adopt rules as necessary to implement the program.
(c)  The department may accept grants, gifts, and gratuities from any source, including any governmental entity, any private or public corporation, and any other person, in furtherance of the program.  Any funds received as a grant, gift, or gratuity shall be deposited in the shrimp marketing account under Section 77.002, Parks and Wildlife Code.
(d)  The program shall be funded at a minimum level of $250,000 per fiscal year with funds deposited into the shrimp marketing account under Section 77.002, Parks and Wildlife Code.  The department may not expend more than two percent of the annual program budget on out-of-state travel.
Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 265, Sec. 6, eff. June 18, 2003;  Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 677, Sec. 4, eff. June 20, 2003.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1052 (H.B. 4593), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2009.
Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 848 (S.B. 703), Sec. 15, eff. September 1, 2021.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 47 - Texas Shrimp Marketing Assistance Program › Section 47.054. Program Staff

Sec. 47.054.  PROGRAM STAFF.  (a)  The commissioner shall employ one or more persons as employees of the department to staff the program.
(b)  Unless otherwise expressly provided by the legislature, the source of funding for the payment of employee salaries shall be funds generated from the program, including the 10 percent license fee increase authorized by Section 77.002, Parks and Wildlife Code.
Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 265, Sec. 6, eff. June 18, 2003;  Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 677, Sec. 4, eff. June 20, 2003.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1052 (H.B. 4593), Sec. 4, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 47 - Texas Shrimp Marketing Assistance Program › Section 47.055. Promotion, Marketing, and Education

Sec. 47.055.  PROMOTION, MARKETING, AND EDUCATION.  The program shall promote and advertise the Texas wild-caught shrimping industry by:
(1)  developing and maintaining a database of Texas shrimp wholesalers that sell Texas-produced shrimp;
(2)  operating a toll-free telephone number to:
(A)  receive inquiries from persons who wish to purchase a particular type of Texas-produced shrimp; and
(B)  make information about the Texas wild-caught shrimping industry available to the public;
(3)  developing a wild-caught shrimping industry marketing plan to increase the consumption of Texas-produced shrimp;
(4)  educating the public about Texas-produced shrimp by providing publicity about the information in the program's database to the public and making the information available to the public through the department's toll-free telephone number and electronically through the Internet;
(5)  promoting the Texas wild-caught shrimping industry; and
(6)  promoting and marketing, and educating consumers about, Texas-produced shrimp using any other method the commissioner determines appropriate.
Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 265, Sec. 6, eff. June 18, 2003;  Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 677, Sec. 4, eff. June 20, 2003.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1052 (H.B. 4593), Sec. 5, eff. September 1, 2009.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 48 - Agricultural Projects in Certain Urban Schools › Section 48.001. Creation

Sec. 48.001.  CREATION.  (a)  Consistent with this chapter, the department by rule shall develop a program to award grants to public elementary and middle schools located in large urban school districts for the purpose of establishing:
(1)  demonstration agricultural projects; or
(2)  other projects designed to foster an understanding and awareness of agriculture.
(b)  The department may award a grant under this chapter to a nonprofit organization that partners with a school described by Subsection (a) to establish a project described by Subsection (a) at the school.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 975, Sec. 1, eff. June 18, 1999.  Amended by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 9, Sec. 1, eff. April 11, 2001.  Renumbered from Sec. 46.001 by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1420, Sec. 21.001(1), eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
Amended by:
Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1147 (S.B. 827), Sec. 1, eff. June 15, 2007.
Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 596 (S.B. 199), Sec. 1, eff. June 17, 2011.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 48 - Agricultural Projects in Certain Urban Schools › Section 48.002. Eligibility

Sec. 48.002.  ELIGIBILITY.  Subject to available funds, a public elementary or middle school, or a nonprofit organization that partners with the school, is eligible to receive a grant under this chapter if the school:
(1)  is located in a school district with an enrollment of at least 49,000 students; and
(2)  submits to the department, at the time and in the form required by the department, a proposal for a demonstration agricultural project that includes:
(A)  a description of the proposed project;
(B)  a schedule of projected costs for the project;
(C)  a statement of the educational benefits of the project, including how the project will improve understanding of agriculture; and
(D)  if a nonprofit organization is applying for the grant, a statement from the school that the nonprofit organization is partnering with the school.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 975, Sec. 1, eff. June 18, 1999.  Amended by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 9, Sec. 2, eff. April 11, 2001.  Renumbered from Sec. 46.002 by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1420, Sec. 21.001(1), eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
Amended by:
Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1147 (S.B. 827), Sec. 2, eff. June 15, 2007.
Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 596 (S.B. 199), Sec. 2, eff. June 17, 2011.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 48 - Agricultural Projects in Certain Urban Schools › Section 48.004. Report

Sec. 48.004.  REPORT.  A school or nonprofit organization that receives a grant under this chapter must report the results of the project to the department in a manner determined by the department.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 975, Sec. 1, eff. June 18, 1999.  Renumbered from Sec. 46.004 by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1420, Sec. 21.001(1), eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
Amended by:
Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 596 (S.B. 199), Sec. 3, eff. June 17, 2011.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 48 - Agricultural Projects in Certain Urban Schools › Section 48.005. Funds

Sec. 48.005.  FUNDS.  The department may solicit and accept gifts, grants, and other donations from any source to carry out this chapter.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 975, Sec. 1, eff. June 18, 1999.  Renumbered from Sec. 46.005 by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1420, Sec. 21.001(1), eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 49 - Agricultural Technology Program › Section 49.001. Definitions

Sec. 49.001.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:
(1)  "Agricultural crisis" means an event or condition, including adverse weather conditions, water shortages, disruption in transportation, low commodity prices, an animal health issue, crop disease, or insect infestation, that could disrupt or jeopardize an aspect of the agricultural industry.
(2)  "Agri-tech program" means the agricultural technology program established under this chapter.
(3)  "Applied research" means research directed at gaining the knowledge or understanding necessary to meet a specific and recognized need, including the discovery of new scientific knowledge that has specific objectives relating to products or processes.
(4)  "Eligible institution" means an institution of higher education, as that term is defined by Section 61.003, Education Code, that is designated as an eligible institution under Section 49.002(e).
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1459, Sec. 7, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.  Renumbered from Sec. 46.001 by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1420, Sec. 21.001(2), 21.002(2), eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 49 - Agricultural Technology Program › Section 49.002. Administration; Guidelines and Procedures

Sec. 49.002.  ADMINISTRATION;  GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURES.  (a)  The department shall develop, maintain, and administer the agri-tech program to provide support for eligible institutions to conduct research projects on methods to address agricultural crises in this state.
(b)  In awarding funds to support projects under this chapter, the department shall:
(1)  give priority to applied research projects that the commissioner determines to be necessary to address an immediate agricultural crisis;  and
(2)  consider the recommendations of the Commodity Crisis Council for specific projects.
(c)  The department shall award funds to support projects as needed to address agricultural crises in this state.
(d)  The department shall develop and maintain guidelines and procedures to provide awards under this chapter for specific projects at eligible institutions on a competitive, peer-review basis.
(e)  The department shall determine whether an institution of higher education qualifies as an eligible institution for the purposes of this chapter.  To be designated as an eligible institution, an institution of higher education must demonstrate an exceptional capability to attract federal, state, and private funding for scientific and technical research and have an exceptionally strong research staff and the necessary equipment and facilities.
(f)  In considering projects for selection, the commissioner shall give special consideration to projects that:
(1)  leverage funds from other sources;  and
(2)  propose innovative, collaborative efforts:
(A)  across academic disciplines;
(B)  involving two or more eligible institutions;  or
(C)  involving eligible institutions, private industry, and the federal government.
(g)  The commissioner may adopt rules necessary to accomplish the purposes of this chapter.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1459, Sec. 7, eff. June 19, 1999.  Renumbered from Sec. 46.002 by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1420, Sec. 21.001(2), eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 49 - Agricultural Technology Program › Section 49.003. Agricultural Technology Account

Sec. 49.003.  AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY ACCOUNT.  (a)  The agricultural technology account is an account in the general revenue fund.
(b)  The agricultural technology account consists of legislative appropriations, gifts and grants received under Subsection (c), and other money required by law to be deposited in the account.
(c)  The department may solicit and accept gifts in kind and grants of money from the federal government, local governments, private corporations, or other persons to be used for the purposes of this chapter.
(d)  Funds in the agricultural technology account may be used only as provided by this chapter.  The account is exempt from the application of Section 403.095, Government Code.
(e)  Income from money in the account shall be credited to the account.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1459, Sec. 7, eff. June 19, 1999.  Renumbered from Sec. 46.003 by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1420, Sec. 21.001(2), eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 49 - Agricultural Technology Program › Section 49.004. Use of Funds in Agricultural Technology Account

Sec. 49.004.  USE OF FUNDS IN AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY ACCOUNT.  (a)  From funds appropriated for the agri-tech program, the comptroller shall issue warrants to each eligible institution in the amount certified by the department to the comptroller.
(b)  Funds awarded from the agricultural technology account may be expended to support the particular research project for which the award is made and may not be expended for the general support of research and instruction at the institution conducting or sponsoring the project or for the construction or remodeling of a facility.
(c)  Funds in the agricultural technology account shall be used, when practicable within the purposes of this chapter, to match grants provided by the federal government or private industry for specific collaborative research projects at eligible institutions.
(d)  Supplies, materials, services, and equipment purchased with funds obtained under this section are not subject to the purchasing authority of the comptroller.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1459, Sec. 7, eff. June 19, 1999.  Renumbered from Sec. 46.004 by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1420, Sec. 21.001(2), eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
Amended by:
Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 937 (H.B. 3560), Sec. 1.81, eff. September 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 49 - Agricultural Technology Program › Section 49.005. Progress Reports

Sec. 49.005.  PROGRESS REPORTS.  An institution receiving funds under this chapter shall report on the progress of the funded research to the department not later than September 1 of each year.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1459, Sec. 7, eff. June 19, 1999.  Renumbered from Sec. 46.005 by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1420, Sec. 21.001(2), eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50 - Agriculture and Wildlife Research Program › Section 50.001. Program

Sec. 50.001.  PROGRAM.  The Texas Agricultural Experiment Station shall develop and administer a program to finance agriculture and wildlife research that the Texas Agricultural Experiment Station determines to be of the highest scientific merit and to offer significant promise in providing new directions for long-term solutions to continued agriculture production, water availability, and wildlife habitat availability.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1074, Sec. 2, eff. June 18, 1999.  Renumbered from Sec. 46.001 by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1420, Sec. 21.001(3), eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
Amended by:
Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 755 (S.B. 1731), Sec. 1(b), eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50 - Agriculture and Wildlife Research Program › Section 50.002. Term of Award

Sec. 50.002.  TERM OF AWARD.  An award under Section 50.001 must be granted for a two-year period and may be extended at the end of that period after review.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1074, Sec. 2, eff. June 18, 1999.  Renumbered and amended from Sec. 46.002 by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1420, Sec. 21.001(3), Sec. 21.002(1), eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50 - Agriculture and Wildlife Research Program › Section 50.003. Funds

Sec. 50.003.  FUNDS.  The Texas Agricultural Experiment Station may solicit and accept gifts and grants from any public or private source, in addition to other appropriations.  The use of gifts and grants is subject to any limitations contained in the gift or grant.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1074, Sec. 2, eff. June 18, 1999.  Renumbered from Sec. 46.003 by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1420, Sec. 21.001(3), eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50 - Agriculture and Wildlife Research Program › Section 50.004. Annual Accounting

Sec. 50.004.  ANNUAL ACCOUNTING.  The Texas Agricultural Experiment Station shall provide to the committee in each house of the legislature having jurisdiction over agricultural matters an annual accounting of all money received, awarded, and expended during the year.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1074, Sec. 2, eff. June 18, 1999.  Renumbered from Sec. 46.004 by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1420, Sec. 21.001(3), eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50A - Texas Food for Health Advisory Council › Section 50A.001. Purpose

Sec. 50A.001.  PURPOSE.  The purpose of the Texas Food for Health Advisory Council is to:
(1)  coordinate food-for-health research programs in this state;
(2)  promote the use of food-for-health research programs by fruit and vegetable growers and state and federal agencies;
(3)  promote increased consumption of fruits and vegetables grown in this state;  and
(4)  coordinate research in an effort to produce more nutritious fruits and vegetables.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 180, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50A - Texas Food for Health Advisory Council › Section 50A.002. Definition

Sec. 50A.002.  DEFINITION.  In this chapter, "council" means the Texas Food for Health Advisory Council.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 180, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50A - Texas Food for Health Advisory Council › Section 50A.004. Composition

Sec. 50A.004.  COMPOSITION.  (a)  The council is composed of the following nine members:
(1)  eight members who are appointed jointly by the commissioner of public health and the vice chancellor for The Texas A&M University System Agriculture Program;  and
(2)  one member who is a representative of the Department of Agriculture and is appointed by the commissioner of agriculture.
(b)  At least four members of the council who are appointed under Subsection (a)(1) must each represent one of the following:
(1)  the horticulture industry;
(2)  the nutrition industry;
(3)  the produce industry;  or
(4)  a local, county, or state health agency.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 180, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50A - Texas Food for Health Advisory Council › Section 50A.005. Terms

Sec. 50A.005.  TERMS.  Members of the council serve staggered six-year terms, with the terms of three members expiring on January 1 of each odd-numbered year.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 180, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50A - Texas Food for Health Advisory Council › Section 50A.006. Presiding Officer

Sec. 50A.006.  PRESIDING OFFICER.  The commissioner of public health and the vice chancellor for The Texas A&M University System Agriculture Program may jointly appoint the presiding officer or may authorize the council members to elect a presiding officer from among the members of the council.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 180, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50A - Texas Food for Health Advisory Council › Section 50A.007. Meetings

Sec. 50A.007.  MEETINGS.  The council shall meet at least once each calendar quarter at a time and place designated by the presiding officer.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 180, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50A - Texas Food for Health Advisory Council › Section 50A.008. Staff; Administration

Sec. 50A.008.  STAFF;  ADMINISTRATION.  (a)  The council is administratively attached to the Texas Agricultural Experiment Station.
(b)  The Texas Agricultural Experiment Station shall provide support staff to serve the council.
(c)  The council may retain general counsel to assist in the organization of the council and the adoption of procedures for awarding contracts.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 180, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50A - Texas Food for Health Advisory Council › Section 50A.009. Applicable Law

Sec. 50A.009.  APPLICABLE LAW.  The council is subject to the open meetings law, Chapter 551, Government Code, and the administrative procedure law, Chapter 2001, Government Code.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 180, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50A - Texas Food for Health Advisory Council › Section 50A.010. Duties

Sec. 50A.010.  DUTIES.  (a)  The council shall:
(1)  adopt procedures as necessary to administer this chapter, including procedures for awarding contracts under this chapter;
(2)  issue requests for research proposals and award grants:
(A)  to enhance the health benefits of fruits and vegetables; or
(B)  to help growers maximize crop yields through applied research;
(3)  develop educational materials that promote the benefits of consuming fruits and vegetables; and
(4)  in cooperation with the Texas Agricultural Experiment Station, The Texas A&M University System, Texas Tech University, The University of Texas System, the Texas Woman's University System, state agencies, and produce associations, develop innovative educational programs related to appropriate and safe methods of storing, preparing, and serving fresh produce.
(b)  The council may:
(1)  issue requests for proposals as necessary to administer this chapter; or
(2)  publish educational materials or other materials developed in conjunction with employees of the Texas Agricultural Experiment Station, The Texas A&M University System, Texas Tech University, The University of Texas System, or the Texas Woman's University System.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 180, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
Amended by:
Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 145 (S.B. 1126), Sec. 21, eff. May 26, 2021.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50A - Texas Food for Health Advisory Council › Section 50A.011. Finances

Sec. 50A.011.  FINANCES.  (a)  The council may accept, for the purposes of this chapter, gifts and grants from public and private sources, subject only to limitations contained in the gift or grant.
(b)  Funds appropriated for the purposes of this chapter shall be expended at the direction of the council on grants approved by a majority of the council.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 180, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50A - Texas Food for Health Advisory Council › Section 50A.012. Reporting

Sec. 50A.012.  REPORTING.  (a)  The Texas Agricultural Experiment Station shall prepare annually a complete and detailed written report about:
(1)  all funds received and disbursed by the council during the preceding fiscal year;
(2)  the council's progress through funded projects in improving the health benefits of produce grown in this state;
(3)  the development of an information system or network to share health benefit information with state agencies responsible for feeding programs and for distributing dietary information to consumers in this state;  and
(4)  recommendations for improving the health of consumers through increased consumption of this state's produce.
(b)  The part of the annual report required by Subsection (a)(1) must meet the reporting requirements applicable to financial reporting provided in the General Appropriations Act.
(c)  The annual report shall be submitted to the governor, the lieutenant governor, the speaker of the house of representatives, the commissioner of agriculture, the commissioner of public health, and the vice chancellor for The Texas A&M University System Agriculture Program.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 180, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50A - Texas Food for Health Advisory Council › Section 50A.013. Department of Agriculture

Sec. 50A.013.  DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE.  The Department of Agriculture shall serve as a resource and in an advisory capacity to the council.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 180, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50B - Texas Wine Industry Development Act › Section 50B.001. Findings and Purpose

Sec. 50B.001.  FINDINGS AND PURPOSE.  The legislature finds that:
(1)  it is in the public interest to encourage the orderly growth and development of sustainable labor-intensive, value-added agricultural industries such as the wine grape growing and wine making industries;
(2)  the production and distribution of wine and wine-related products constitute an important industry of this state that stimulates tourism and provides substantial and necessary revenues for the state and employment for the state's residents and provides an important food that benefits the public health and welfare; and
(3)  it is vital to the continued economic well-being and general welfare of the citizens of this state that the state's wine grapes and wine be properly promoted by:
(A)  enabling the wine industry in this state to help itself in establishing orderly, fair, sound, efficient, and unhampered marketing of wine grapes and the wines they produce; and
(B)  working to stabilize the wine industry in the state by increasing markets for wine grapes and wine within the state and the nation and internationally.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 878 (S.B. 1137), Sec. 2, eff. June 17, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50B - Texas Wine Industry Development Act › Section 50B.0025. Annual Plan and Budget

Sec. 50B.0025.  ANNUAL PLAN AND BUDGET.  Not later than November 1 of each year, the commissioner shall prepare for the current fiscal year:
(1)  a schedule and plan of action designed to implement and further the objectives of this chapter and Chapter 110, Alcoholic Beverage Code; and
(2)  a budget and prioritized spending plan for expenditures of the wine industry development fund.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 846 (S.B. 880), Sec. 3, eff. September 1, 2015.
Amended by:
Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 848 (S.B. 703), Sec. 16, eff. September 1, 2021.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50B - Texas Wine Industry Development Act › Section 50B.003. Wine Industry Development Fund

Sec. 50B.003.  WINE INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT FUND.  (a)  The wine industry development fund is an account in the general revenue fund and consists of funds deposited to the account under this section.
(b)  Except as provided by Sections 205.03(l), (m), and (n), Alcoholic Beverage Code, money in the account may be appropriated only to the department and may be used only for the purpose of:
(1)  providing funding to public or private entities to conduct surveys, research, and other projects related to:
(A)  developing the Texas wine industry;
(B)  developing viticulture and enology-related education programs;
(C)  eliminating and eradicating diseases and pests that negatively impact the production of grapes and wine in the United States; and
(D)  developing technologies or practices that could benefit the production of grapes and wine; and
(2)  any administrative costs the department incurs in fulfilling the purposes described by Subdivision (1).
(c)  The account is exempt from the application of Section 403.095, Government Code.
(d)  The department may accept grants, gifts, or gratuities from any source, including a governmental entity, a private or public corporation, or any other person, that are made for the purpose of furthering the Texas wine industry.  Any funds received under this subsection shall be deposited in the wine industry development fund.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 878 (S.B. 1137), Sec. 2, eff. June 17, 2005.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 846 (S.B. 880), Sec. 4, eff. September 1, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50C - Texas Organic Agricultural Industry Advisory Board › Section 50C.001. Definition

Sec. 50C.001.  DEFINITION.  In this chapter, "board" means the Texas Organic Agricultural Industry Advisory Board.
Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 477 (H.B. 2345), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50C - Texas Organic Agricultural Industry Advisory Board › Section 50C.002. Composition

Sec. 50C.002.  COMPOSITION.  (a)  The board is composed of the following 13 members appointed by the commissioner:
(1)  four members who produce organic agricultural products;
(2)  two members who are retail sellers of organic agricultural products;
(3)  one member who distributes organic agricultural products;
(4)  one member who processes organic agricultural products;
(5)  one member who represents a Texas trade association that represents the organic agricultural industry;
(6)  one member who represents the Texas Cooperative Extension;
(7)  one technical advisor member who is employed by an institution of higher education, as defined by Section 61.003, Education Code, or government agency as a researcher or instructor:
(A)  in the field of organic agriculture products or sustainable agriculture; or
(B)  who has technical expertise in soil biology, agronomy, entomology, horticulture, or organic farming systems;
(8)  one member who represents the public; and
(9)  one representative from the department.
(b)  The board shall elect a presiding officer from among its members.
(c)  Members of the board serve staggered terms of four years, with either six or seven members' terms, as applicable, expiring February 1 of each odd-numbered year.  Members may be reappointed at the end of a term.
(d)  Chapter 2110, Government Code, does not apply to the size, composition, or duration of the board.
(e)  Service on the board by a state officer or employee is an additional duty of the member's office or employment.  Members of the board are not entitled to compensation or reimbursement of expenses.
Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 477 (H.B. 2345), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50C - Texas Organic Agricultural Industry Advisory Board › Section 50C.003. Duties

Sec. 50C.003. DUTIES.The board shall:
(1)  assist the department in:
(A)  assessing the state of the organic agricultural products industry in this state;
(B)  developing recommendations to the commissioner and the legislature to promote and expand the organic agricultural products industry in this state;
(C)  identifying and obtaining grants and gifts to promote and expand the organic agricultural products industry in this state; and
(D)  developing a statewide organic agricultural products education and awareness campaign that:
(i)  utilizes the Texas Cooperative Extension's educational programs and channels of distribution, when appropriate;
(ii)  is consistent with Sections 2.002 and 12.002 and any department policies relating to the promotion of Texas agriculture and agricultural products; and
(iii)  does not refer negatively to any other agriculture process that is used or to any agricultural product that is grown or sold in this state; and
(2)  review and provide guidance on rules impacting the organic agricultural products industry in this state.
Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 477 (H.B. 2345), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50C - Texas Organic Agricultural Industry Advisory Board › Section 50C.004. Meetings

Sec. 50C.004.  MEETINGS.  The board shall meet at least once each year and may meet at other times considered necessary by the commissioner.
Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 477 (H.B. 2345), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50C - Texas Organic Agricultural Industry Advisory Board › Section 50C.005. Staff

Sec. 50C.005.  STAFF.  The board is administratively attached to the department.  The department shall provide the board with the staff necessary to carry out its duties under this chapter.
Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 477 (H.B. 2345), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2007.
2023 Texas Statutes › Agriculture Code › Title 3 - Agricultural Research and Promotion › Chapter 50D - Texas Olive Oil Industry Advisory Board › Section 50D.001. Definition

Sec. 50D.001.  DEFINITION.  In this chapter, "board" means the Texas Olive Oil Industry Advisory Board.
Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 5 (S.B. 743), Sec. 1, eff. April 25, 2019.