Bill: HB 2079, 85(R) - 2017
Committee
House Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Vote Recommendation
Vote Recommendation |
Economic Freedom |
Property Rights |
Personal Responsibility |
Limited Government |
Individual Liberty |
No |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Negative |
Neutral |
Author(s)
Todd Hunter
Bill Caption
Relating to the promotion of tourism related to the musical heritage of this state.
Fiscal Notes
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
Bill Analysis
Under current law, the Texas Historical Commission exists to designate important locations and events in Texas history as well as foster tourism. HB 2079 would require the commission to create a Texas Music History Trail program that includes location designation, adoption of icons to identify designations, and the development of maps and itineraries to guide tourists to designated locations and organizations.
Vote Recommendation Notes
This bill would infringe on the principle of limited government by creating and maintaining a trail program to recognize Texas music, which falls outside of the basic role of government. For this reason, we oppose HB 2079.
Organizations Supporting
City of Irving
Museum of American Music History
Texas Travel Industry Association