Bill
SB 706
85(R) - 2017
Senate Business & Commerce
Senate Business & Commerce
State Agencies
State Purchasing
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)
Brian Birdwell
Bill Caption
Relating to the abolishment of the State Council on Competitive Government and the transfer of its functions to the comptroller.
Fiscal Notes
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
Bill Analysis
Under current law, the State Council on Competitive Government exists to encourage competition, innovation, and creativity among service providers to improve the quality of the state's services. SB 706 would amend the Family Code to abolish the State Council on Competitive Government and transfer the functions to the comptroller.
Vote Recommendation Notes
This bill enhances our limited government principle by creating a more efficient government through the abolishment of the State Council on Competitive Government. There is no need for a board or council if other governmental entities can handle its duties. We support SB 706.