Texas water bills split as session nears end
Gov Price Daniel's special session program advances with House and Senate water bills that diverge from the governor's plan. Proposals include a statewide water planning division, authority to contract with the federal government, and debates over water storage and small farm lake irrigation. Lobbying rules and a crime study commission face changes as lawmakers seek balance between oversight and access to information.
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High Flying Bantam Hen Reunites with Chickens
A bantam hen hatched eggs in a sparrow nest atop a spruce tree and became lost among her four chicks. Owner Mrs. G. R. Ross climbed a six foot ladder to retrieve the escaping birds and return them to the mother. She noted modern hatching facilities nearby were unused.
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IT'S THE LAW New Mental Health Code Effective Soon
Texas enacts a January 1 1958 mental health code creating emergency commitments to state hospitals for those likely to injure themselves or others. Officers may transport such persons. exams within 48 hours. county court order within 24 hours. 96 hour cap on emergency holds. Non emergency moves require temporary or indefinite commitments with hearings, physician exams, and possible appeals. This State Bar column aims to inform.
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Motorist Injuries Highlight Road Danger Estimates
The National Safety Council estimates a motorist is injured every 23 seconds and a person falls victim to a motor vehicle accident every 13 minutes, underscoring ongoing road safety concerns.
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