Bill: SB 1133, 86(R) - 2019

Committee

Senate Education

Vote Recommendation

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

Author(s)

Paul Bettencourt
Donna Campbell
Pat Fallon
Bob Hall
Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa
Bryan Hughes
Eddie Lucio Jr.

Bill Caption

Relating to prohibiting public schools from owning or having a business interest in certain entities and real property associated with those entities.

Fiscal Notes

No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.

Bill Analysis

SB 1133 would prohibit a public school district or a open-enrollment charter school from owning or having a business interest in real estate, arts, entertainment, recreation, or accommodation and food services. An exemption would apply if the business interest is used primarily for classroom space or serves a public purpose.

Vote Recommendation Notes

Texas Action recommends supporting SB 1133 because it promotes our principle of limited government. This bill would help limit school district expenses, prevent them from making bad investments, and keep them focused on the core mission of educating students. 



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