Texas House Bill HB2969

Texas 2011 - 82nd Regular

• Out of House Committee: 4/18/11
• Introduced: 3/10/11
• Voted on by House: 5/5/11
• Refer: 3/17/11
• Report Pass: 4/14/11
• Engrossed: 5/5/11
• Refer: 5/9/11

Caption

Relating to authorizing the sale of certain real property held by certain state agencies.

Impact

If enacted, HB 2969 would have significant implications for the state's real estate portfolio and its management policies. The proceeds from the sale of these properties will be allocated to the general revenue fund, potentially providing a boost to state finances. By allowing state agencies to dispose of underutilized properties, the bill aims to promote more effective use of state resources and reduce the burden of maintaining properties that do not serve a current operational need.

Summary

House Bill 2969 seeks to authorize the sale of certain real properties managed by various state agencies in Texas. The bill includes provisions related to properties held by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, the Texas Department of Transportation, the Texas Facilities Commission, and the Health and Human Services Commission, detailing specific parcels of land that may be sold. The aim is to streamline the management and disposal of state-owned properties that are deemed surplus or no longer necessary for agency operations.

Contention

The bill introduces various points of contention, particularly concerning the sales conditions attached to properties held by agencies such as the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and the Texas Youth Commission. Specific stipulations are in place that restrict sales until certain conditions related to funding and agency operations are met, leading to discussions about budget security and the implications of reducing operational capacities within these departments. Critics argue that such measures could limit the capacity of these agencies to meet their mandates effectively, thereby impacting vulnerable populations served by these institutions.