Bill
HB 999
85(R) - 2017
House Elections
Senate State Affairs
House Elections
Senate State Affairs
Elections
Municipal Utility Districts
Vote Recommendation
Yes
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Neutral
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Neutral
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Neutral
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Positive
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Neutral
Author(s)
Celia Israel
Sponsor(s)
Judith Zaffirini
Bill Caption
Relating to requiring the election of directors of certain districts be held on a uniform election date.
Fiscal Notes
No fiscal implication to the state is anticipated.
Bill Analysis
This bill would require the election of officers for water districts to be held on a uniform election date unless otherwise provided for in statute.
Vote Recommendation Notes
Moving elections to a uniform November election date supports limited government by reducing the number of elections and increasing transparency in local elections. We support this bill.
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