Bill: SB 1731, 85(R) - 2017

Committee

Senate Business & Commerce

2nd Chamber Committee

House State Affairs

Vote Recommendation

Vote Recommendation Economic Freedom Property Rights Personal Responsibility Limited Government Individual Liberty
Yes Neutral Neutral Neutral Neutral Neutral

Author(s)

Brian Birdwell

Sponsor(s)

Morgan Meyer

Bill Caption

Relating to the repeal of laws governing certain state entities, including the functions of those entities.

Fiscal Notes

From the LBB: no fiscal implication to the state is anticipated.

Bill Analysis

SB 1731 would abolish the Agriculture and Wildlife Research and Management Advisory Committee, the State of Texas Anniversary Remembrance Day Medal Committee, the Texas Bioenergy Policy Council, the Texas Bioenergy Research Committee, the Border Security Council, the College Opportunity Act Committee, the Texas Distinguished Service Awards Committee, the Advisory Board of Economic Development Stakeholders, The Fire Ant Research and Management Account Advisory Committee, and the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan Advisory Board and update the appropriate laws.

Vote Recommendation Notes

This bill enhances our limited government principle by abolishing unnecessary advisory boards, committees, and councils. We support SB 1731.

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