Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HB2717

Voted on by House
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to the duty of the comptroller to report certain sales and use tax information to an emergency services district and to the right of the district to bring a suit for collection of the tax.

Impact

The implementation of HB 2717 could lead to improved financial transparency and accountability for emergency services districts. By receiving regular updates on tax collections, these districts can better manage their resources and expenditures. Additionally, the bill grants these districts the same rights as counties to sue for the collection of delinquent taxes—a significant step toward empowering these entities to recover owed taxes effectively.

Summary

House Bill 2717 focuses on the responsibilities of the State Comptroller regarding sales and use tax information, specifically concerning emergency services districts. The bill amends the Texas Tax Code to mandate that the Comptroller provide quarterly reports about sales and use taxes to emergency services districts that have adopted such taxes, provided that these districts request the reports. This legislative move acknowledges the financial needs of these districts and aims to enhance their oversight over tax revenue.

Contention

While the bill does not explicitly highlight points of contention, the broader context of tax regulation and collection can often be a contentious area of legislative debate. Concerns may arise regarding the administrative burden this places on the Comptroller's office and whether the resources will be adequately allocated to fulfill these reporting requirements. Additionally, the access to delinquent tax collection rights might lead to discussions on debt recovery practices and their implications on taxpayers within the districts.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SB2370

Relating to the division of certain emergency services districts.

TX SB952

Relating to certain tax and fee collection procedures and taxpayer suits.

TX HB2525

Relating to certain tax and fee collection procedures and taxpayer suits.

TX HB1775

Relating to the oversight and election of board members for certain emergency services districts.

TX HB2730

Relating to the adoption and amendment of an annual budget by certain emergency services districts.

TX HB5047

Relating to the imposition of sales and use tax after a municipality annexes an area in an emergency services district.

TX SB2435

Relating to the imposition of sales and use tax after a municipality annexes an area in an emergency services district.

TX HB2463

Relating to an adjustment for certain school districts under the public school finance system for revenue lost due to the use of the state value of the district's taxable value of property determined by the comptroller of public accounts.

TX SB942

Relating to an adjustment for certain school districts under the public school finance system for revenue lost due to the use of the state value of the district's taxable value of property determined by the comptroller of public accounts.

TX SB660

Relating to the election of board members of certain emergency services districts.

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