Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB2335

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Caption

Relating to the effect of the amendment of certain documents incorporated by reference into the laws or policy of this state on related state agency rules.

Impact

The impact of HB2335 on state laws is significant, as it proposes to unify the process by which state agencies adjust their regulations in line with updated documents. This change is intended to improve efficiency in government operations and reduce the likelihood of conflicts between state agency rules and the amended documents. By clarifying the relationship between amended documents and state regulations, the bill aims to reinforce the legal framework within which state agencies operate.

Summary

House Bill 2335 addresses the implications of amendments to certain documents that are incorporated by reference into state laws and policies. This legislation is aimed at clarifying how changes to these documents affect the rules established by state agencies. By establishing a more streamlined process for updating documents referenced in state regulations, HB2335 seeks to ensure that state agency rules remain consistent and up-to-date with any amendments to such documents made by recognized authorities.

Contention

While the intent of HB2335 is to simplify regulatory processes, there may be points of contention regarding how these amendments are implemented. Stakeholders could raise concerns about the speed at which changes need to be reflected in agency rules, potentially leading to gaps in regulation during transitional periods. Additionally, discussion may center around accountability and transparency, especially if expedited processes are perceived to diminish public oversight in the regulatory development.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Government Code

  • Chapter 2001. Administrative Procedure
    • Section: New Section

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB2712

Relating to the effect of the amendment of certain documents incorporated by reference into the laws or policy of this state on related state agency rules.

TX HB3193

Relating to the information relied on by certain agencies for purposes of rules involving estimates of the intensity, duration, and frequency of rainfall in this state.

TX HB3019

Relating to references to "the people's money" in state documents, publications, and notices.

TX SB506

Relating to information required to be reported biennially to the legislature by state agencies that administer state taxes or fees.

TX HB139

Relating to the provision of notice of certain proposed rules by state agencies.

TX HB4654

Relating to providing for a reduction in the total number of state agency rules.

TX SB655

Relating to the provision of notice of certain proposed rules by state agencies.

TX HB446

Relating to the terminology used in statute to refer to intellectual disability and certain references to abolished health and human services agencies.

TX SB332

Relating to the terminology used in statute to refer to intellectual disability and certain references to abolished health and human services agencies.

TX HB4260

Relating to the establishment of the Legislative Economic Analysis Unit and the expiration of certain state agency rules.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.