Bill

HB 630

85(R) - 2017
House Government Transparency & Operation
Senate Business & Commerce
House Government Transparency & Operation
Senate Business & Commerce
Transparency

Vote Recommendation

Yes
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Positive
  • Neutral

Author(s)

Donna Howard

Sponsor(s)

Judith Zaffirini

Bill Caption

Relating to the Internet broadcast and archiving of open meetings of the Health and Human Services Commission, health and human services agencies, and related advisory entities.

Fiscal Notes

From the Legislative Budget Board: no significant fiscal implication to the state is anticipated.

Bill Analysis

HB 630 would amend the Government Code to add that the Health and Human Services commission must make the master calendar, all meeting materials for an advisory committee meeting, and live video and audio of each advisory committee meeting available on the commission website. An archived video and audio recording would also be required.

Vote Recommendation Notes

This bill enhances our limited government principle by taking a measure to increase the transparency of the Health and Human Services commission. We support HB 630. 

Organizations Supporting

Center for Public Policy Priorities
Freedom of Information Foundation of Texas
Texas Impact