Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HB2819

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

Caption

Relating to the Childress County Hospital District.

Impact

The legislation provides the board with the authority to secure repayment of bonds through a combination of ad valorem taxes and other revenues. This change is significant as it allows the district to leverage multiple funding sources to support its financial obligations, which could result in an improved financial outlook for the district. By clarifying the uses of bond proceeds, the bill also aims to facilitate more streamlined operations and maintenance of healthcare facilities funded through these bonds.

Summary

House Bill 2819 is an act related to the Childress County Hospital District, focusing on provisions for the employment of healthcare providers and the financial management of district bonds. The bill amends the Special District Local Laws Code to enhance the operational structure of the hospital district by allowing the board to employ various healthcare personnel essential for the district's efficient functioning. This provision ensures that the district has the necessary staff to manage healthcare services effectively.

Contention

While the bill does not appear to present major points of contention based on current discussions, there are broader concerns regarding the management and accountability of funds within local healthcare districts. Critics may raise questions about the transparency of financial operations and the potential for increased local tax burdens to support the debt incurred through these bond issuances. The bill’s effectiveness in improving local healthcare delivery will depend on its implementation and the commitment of the district's board to responsible governance.

Companion Bills

TX SB1791

Identical Relating to the Childress County Hospital District.

Previously Filed As

TX HB492

Relating to the creation and operation of a mental health services district by the Midland County Hospital District of Midland County, Texas, and the Ector County Hospital District.

TX SB2332

Relating to the operations of hospital districts in counties with a population of at least 190,000 persons.

TX HB3191

Relating to the elections and operations of certain hospital districts.

TX HB3844

Relating to certain procedural requirements for public improvement districts and transfers of property located in public improvement districts.

TX SB1958

Relating to certain procedural requirements for public improvement districts and transfers of property located in public improvement districts.

TX SB1056

Relating to the directors and administration of the Hidalgo County Water Improvement District No. 3.

TX HB4700

Relating to the creation and operations of a health care provider participation program by the Nacogdoches County Hospital District.

TX HB5375

Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Management District No. 2; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX HB1925

Relating to the continuation of a health care provider participation program by the Harris County Hospital District.

TX HB5352

Relating to the approval and creation of the Williamson County Development District No. 1; and to the administration, powers, duties, operation, and financing of the district, including the authority to impose an assessment, a tax, and issue bonds.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.