Bill

SB 2119

86(R) - 2019
Senate State Affairs
House International Relations & Economic Development
Senate State Affairs
House International Relations & Economic Development

Vote Recommendation

Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral

Author(s)

Carol Alvarado

Sponsor(s)

Craig Goldman

Bill Caption

Relating to the transfer of the regulation of motor fuel metering and motor fuel quality from the Department of Agriculture to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation; providing civil and administrative penalties; creating criminal offenses; requiring occupational licenses; authorizing fees.

Fiscal Notes

No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated. 

Bill Analysis

SB 2119 would transfer the regulation of motor fuel metering and motor fuel quality to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) from the Department of Agriculture (TDA). This bill would also authorize TDLR to contract with holders of a service technician license or service company license to perform TDLR's duties, among other things.

Vote Recommendation Notes

Texas Action is neutral on SB 2119 because it does not affect our liberty principles.