Bill

HB 2617

86(R) - 2019
House County Affairs
Senate Intergovernmental Relations
House County Affairs
Senate Intergovernmental Relations

Vote Recommendation

Yes
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Positive
  • Neutral

Author(s)

Sheryl Cole

Sponsor(s)

Carol Alvarado

Bill Caption

Relating to the fiscal year of certain political subdivisions.

Fiscal Notes

No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated. 

Bill Analysis

HB 2617 would require political subdivisions created after September 1, 2019 with taxing authority to have the same fiscal year as the county in which it is primarily located. 

Vote Recommendation Notes

Texas Action supports HB 2617 because it promotes limited government by increasing transparency and making it easier to track expenditures.