THE GOVERNOR As required by Texas Civil Statutes, Article 6252-13a, sec.6, the Texas Register publishes executive orders issued by the Governor of Texas. Appointments and proclamations are also published. Appointments are published in chronological order. Additional information on documents submitted for publication by the Governor's Office can be obtained by calling (512) 463-1828. Appointments Made August 17, 1995 To be Branch Pilot for Port Aransas Bar, Corpus Christi Bay and Tributaries for a term to expire April 30, 1998: Captain Douglas D. Stinchomb, Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilots, 743 Channelview, Port Aransas, Texas 78373. Captain Stinchomb has been found to be fully qualified for an original commission by the Pilot Board of the Port of Corpus Christi Authority. To be Branch Pilot on the Houston Ship Channel and Galveston Bar for a term to expire March 21, 1999: Captain Walter F. Russell, Jr., Houston Pilots, 8150 South Loop East, Houston, Texas 77017-1747. Captain Russell was found to be qualified for an original commission by the Pilot Board for the Port of Houston. To be a member of the Angelina and Neches River Authority Board of Directors for a term to expire September 5, 1999: Henry H. Holubec, Jr., 1404 Bending Brook Circle, Lufkin, Texas 75904. Mr. Holubec will be replacing Wendel Carl Messec of Henderson whose term expired. To be a member of the Angelina and Neches River Authority Board of Directors for a term to expire September 5, 1999: Roy L. Stark, 211 Inwood Drive, Palestine, Texas 75801. Mr. Stark will be filling the unexpired term of Martin Heines of Tyler who was not confirmed by the Senate. To be Branch Pilot for Port Aransas Bar, Corpus Christi Bay and Tributaries for a term to expire October 19, 1997: Captain William E. Parrish, Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilots, 743 Channelview, Port Aransas, Texas 78373. Captain Parrish has been found to be fully qualified for an original commission by the Pilot Board of the Port of Corpus Christi Authority. To be a member of the Texas Insurance Purchasing Alliance Board of Trustees for a term to expire February 2, 1997: Esperanza (Hope) P. Andrade, 11102 Auburn Woods, San Antonio, Texas 78249. Ms. Andrade will be filling the unexpired term of Philip Patrick Sun of Houston who resigned. The Purchasing Alliance Board of Trustees was formerly called the Texas Health Benefits Purchasing Cooperative Board of Trustees. To be a member of the Texas Insurance Purchasing Alliance Board of Trustees for a term to expire February 1, 2001: Larry N. Forehand, 3907 Bolivia, Pasadena, Texas 77504. Mr. Forehand will be replacing Maria E. Crowley of Dallas whose term expired. The Purchasing Alliance Board of Trustees was formerly called the Texas Health Benefits Purchasing Cooperative Board of Trustees. To be a member of the Texas Purchasing Alliance Board of Trustees for a term to expire February 1, 1999: J. Patrick McLochlin, 6330 Deloache Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75225-2815. Mr. McLochlin will be filling the unexpired term of Cappy R. McGarr who resigned. The Purchasing Alliance Board of Trustees was formerly called the Texas Health Benefits Purchasing Cooperative Board of Trustees. To be a member of the Texas Board of Private Investigators and Private Security Agencies for a term to expire January 31, 2001: Jess Ann Thomason, 23 Lakes Drive, Midland, Texas 79705. Ms. Thomason is being reappointed. To be a member of the Texas Board of Private Investigators and Private Security Agencies for a term to expire January 31, 2001: Matthew Washington, 18 Wellington Court, Missouri City, Texas 77459. Mr. Washington will be replacing James Smith Bowie of Houston whose term expired. To be a member of the Texas Board of Private Investigators and Private Security Agencies for a term to expire January 31, 1999: Ben C. Nix, 4161 Shady Valley Drive, Arlington, Texas 76013. Mr. Nix will be replacing Jack Montague of Austin whose term expired. To be a member of the Texas Advisory Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners for a term to expire February 1, 2001: Charles Paul Turco, Sr., Ph.D., 113 Briggs Street, Beaumont, Texas 77707. Dr. Turco will be replacing Francis Derrick of Mesquite whose term expired. To be a member of the The Texas Advisory Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners for a term to expire February 1, 2001: Gwendolyn L. R. Parker, 4136 East 52nd Street, Apartment 1808, Odessa, Texas 79762. Ms. Parker will be replacing Kikujo Ford of Fort Worth whose term expired. To be a member of the Texas Department of Commerce Policy Board for a term to expire February 1, 1999: Vidal G. Martinez, 2308 Locke Lane, Houston, Texas 77019. Mr. Martinez will be filling the unexpired term of Renee Higginbotham- Brooks of Fort Worth who was not confirmed by the Senate. Issued in Austin, Texas, on August 17, 1995. TRD-9510446 George W. Bush Governor of Texas Executive Orders GWB 95-10 Relating to Continuing the Governor's Commission for Women WHEREAS, more than half the population of our national and this state are women; WHEREAS, it is imperative that the potential of all citizens be utilized to the fullest extent without regard to sex, race, religion, national origin, marital or parental status; WHEREAS, this administration has a sincere and firm commitment to the goals of achieving equal legal, economic, political, educational, and social opportunity and advancement of women; WHEREAS, the achievement of these goals can best be accomplished by continuing and redirecting the Governor's Commission for Women; NOW THEREFORE, I, George W. Bush, Governor of the State of Texas, under the authority vested in me, do hereby order that the Governor's Commission for Women, hereafter referred to as the Commission, is continued without interruption. The Commission will consist of no more than twenty-four (24) members appointed by the Governor for a two-year term. Members shall serve at the pleasure of the Governor. The Governor shall designate a Chair and Vice-Chair from the membership who shall hold such designations at the pleasure of the Governor. The Governor shall appoint an executive director who shall assist the Commission as it adopts rules and procedures and develops and implements activities consistent with the provisions of this executive order. The Commission shall have as its principal charge the achievement of the following: (a) Aid the Governor in finding and recommending qualified women for appointive office; (b) Identify, assess, and develop strategies, including community outreach activities, public-private partnerships, and coordination of community and state resources, to improve the status of women in Texas; (c) Hold workshops around the state to identify the needs and concerns of women and to recommend assistance and services in those areas; (d) Participate with established task forces and policy groups on issues affecting women; (e) Monitor federal and state legislation relating to issues affecting women; (f) Establish a State Agency Council to assist the Commission in fulfilling its charge; and (g) Support and promote volunteer efforts in the state by housing a Governor's Office of Volunteerism. The Commission shall make a biennial written report of its findings, activities, and recommendations to the Governor. The Commission shall meet quarterly or at the call of the Chair. A majority of the membership shall constitute a quorum for the purpose of conducting the business of the Commission. The members of the Commission shall serve without salary. All agencies of state and local governments are hereby directed to cooperate and assist the Commission in the performance of duties. This Executive Order shall be effective immediately and shall remain in full force and effect until modified, amended, or rescinded by me. Issued in Austin, Texas, on August 17, 1995. TRD-9510545 George W. Bush Governor of Texas GWB 95-11 Relating to the Designation of the Texas Secretary of State as Chief International Protocol Officer WHEREAS, a healthy Texas economy is of paramount importance in providing for the social, economic, and educational welfare of the citizens of the Texas; and WHEREAS, the burgeoning international and global economy has become increasingly competitive, complex, and interdependent upon both business and governmental entities; and WHEREAS, the need for a close and cordial working relationship between the leadership of the State of Texas and the governmental and business leadership of other nations is imperative to a sound plan to foster economic growth in Texas; and WHEREAS, on February 23, 1995, I directed the Texas Secretary of State to serve as my official representative in dealing with international visitors of both governments and businesses; and WHEREAS, the Texas Legislature has appropriated funds for this purpose. NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, Governor, of the State of Texas, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of this state, do hereby designate the Texas Secretary of State as Chief International Protocol Officer and charge the Secretary with the duties which include, but are not limited to, the following: Represent the Governor and the State of Texas at meetings and other events with international leaders. Arrange and facilitate meetings and other engagements between the Governor and international leaders. Greet chiefs of state, heads of governments and other appropriate functionaries on official visits to Texas. Meet with foreign government officials or foreign business leaders as requested to address problems not resolved through other channels. Attend events of an international nature as appropriate or as requested. Entertain international visitors as appropriate or as requested. Travel to foreign countries to promote goodwill, tourism, or economic development as appropriate or as requested. Any other activities incident to the foregoing or otherwise related thereto as appropriate or as requested. Issued in Austin, Texas, on August 17, 1995. TRD-9510550 George W. Bush Governor of Texas