Bill: HB 2802, 85(R) - 2017
Committee
House Natural Resources
Vote Recommendation
Vote Recommendation |
Economic Freedom |
Property Rights |
Personal Responsibility |
Limited Government |
Individual Liberty |
No |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Negative |
Neutral |
Author(s)
Lyle Larson
Bill Caption
Relating to the review of river authorities by the Sunset Advisory Commission.
Fiscal Notes
No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
Bill Analysis
Under current law, several river authorities are subject to review by the Sunset Commission but not subject to abolition by the commission. HB 2802 would repeal many sections of code that subject these river authorities to review and audit.
Vote Recommendation Notes
This bill infringes on the principle of limited government by allowing several river authorities to continue without regular review or auditing by the state. Because this would decrease transparency and accountability with these authorities, we oppose HB 2802.
Organizations Supporting
Bandera County River Authority and Groundwater District
Canadian River Municipal Water Authority
Lower Colorado River Authority
Nueces River Authority
San Antonio River Authority
Texas Business Leadership Council
Texas Water Conservation Association
Organizations Opposed
League of Independent Voters of Texas