Members, the call in the House remains in force.
The doorkeeper will lock the doors.
A quorum is present, and it's time to resume the
work of the people of Texas sent us here to
do.
No one here needs a reminder that the last few
weeks have been contentious.
But from this point forward, the rules of engagement are
clear.
Debate is welcome, but personal attacks and name calling will
not be tolerated.
Members, the House has been through a tumultuous two weeks,
but this institution long predates us and will long outlast
each of us.
But this body has endured wars, economic depressions, and quorum
breaks dating back to the very first session.
To that end, members who have been present before today
for whom arrest warrants were not issued will receive written
permission to return Wednesday at 10 a.m.
Members who have not been present until today for whom
arrest warrants were issued will be granted written permission to
leave only after agreeing to be released into the custody
of a designated DPS officer appointment under the rules of
the House or who will ensure who will ensure your
return Wednesday at 10 a.m.
For those still absent, civil arrest warrants remain in force.