Concurrent resolution introduced by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate relating to in memory of John H. "Wimpy" McCoy, former longtime mayor of New Boston.

Concurrent resolution introduced by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate relating to honoring the history of the Buffalo Soldiers for their outstanding military service and contributions to the Lone Star State.

Concurrent resolution introduced by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate relating to recognizing March 21, 2007, as Wood County Day at the State Capitol.

Concurrent resolution introduced by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate relating to commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Governor's Commission for Women.

Concurrent resolution introduced by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate relating to commending The Biscuit Brothers television show for its quality children's programming.

Concurrent resolution introduced by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate relating to recognizing March 20, 2007, as Sulphur Springs/Hopkins County Day at the State Capitol.

The Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act has two basic aims: to regulate intentional ocean disposal of materials, and to authorize related research. Permit and enforcement provisions of the law are often referred to as the Ocean Dumping Act. The basic provisions of the act have remained virtually unchanged since 1972, when it was enacted to establish a comprehensive waste management system to regulate disposal or dumping of all materials into marine waters that are within U.S. jurisdiction, although a number of new authorities have been added. This report presents a summary of the law.

This report discusses soil and water conservation topics, which are prominent in discussions of policy options for the next farm bill. Two omnibus conservation proposals have been introduced (H.R. 1551 and H.R. 1600), and many interest groups continue to offer policy recommendations ranging from general concepts to specific legislative language.