Texas House Bill HB2487

Texas 2017 - 85th Regular

Caption

Relating to making a voluntary contribution when registering a motor vehicle in certain counties for county health and welfare programs that benefit children.

Impact

The bill specifically modifies the Texas Transportation Code by adding Section 502.4035. Under this provision, counties that do not already impose a registration fee would be able to collect such voluntary contributions from registrants. The funds collected must be utilized exclusively for health and welfare programs targeting children, ensuring that contributions are directed towards enhancing the well-being of the younger population in these counties.

Summary

House Bill 2487 aims to allow individuals registering or renewing their motor vehicle registration in certain Texas counties to make a voluntary contribution of up to $1.50 for the purpose of supporting county health and welfare programs benefiting children. This legislative initiative highlights the importance of grassroots funding for local health initiatives while providing citizens with an option to contribute to essential services in their communities.

Contention

There may be various points of contention surrounding this bill. For example, concerns could be raised regarding how contributions are solicited and managed by county authorities, especially regarding transparency and accountability in using the funds. Additionally, the bill's effectiveness in genuinely improving child health and welfare metrics in counties that choose to participate could be an area of debate. Advocates might argue that any additional financial burden, even a small one, could dissuade some vehicle owners from registering vehicles, while opponents could question the pervasiveness of such grassroots funding for vital services.