Texas House Bill HB2835

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

• Out of House Committee: 4/14/09
• Voted on by House: 4/22/09
• Out of Senate Committee: 5/18/09
• Voted on by Senate: 5/21/09
• Governor Action: 6/19/09
• Enrolled: 5/24/09
• Passed: 6/19/09

Caption

Relating to the delegation of duties of a county judge in certain counties.

Impact

If enacted, HB2835 would directly impact the governance structure of certain counties in Texas by allowing county judges more flexibility in delegating tasks. This can lead to more efficient operations especially in larger counties that may face significant administrative burdens due to their size and the complexity of local issues. Moreover, the delegation of duties can empower other designated officials within the county to manage specific responsibilities, ensuring that duties are performed in a timely and effective manner.

Summary

House Bill 2835 focuses on the delegation of duties of county judges specifically in major counties within Texas. The legislation amends Section 81.028 of the Local Government Code to specify that the provision applies exclusively to counties with a population over 1,000,000 or those with more than 600,000 inhabitants located along the international border. This bill seeks to clarify and potentially expand the circumstances under which county judges in these regions can delegate their responsibilities, which may streamline local governance and improve administrative efficiency.

Contention

The bill may encounter some opposition regarding the implications of delegating authority from elected county judges to other officials. Concerns could arise about accountability and whether such delegations could undermine the elected judges' authority. Critics might argue that while efficiency is important, the integrity of elected positions should not be compromised. It will be important for the legislators to address how this bill ensures that the delegation of duties aligns with the overarching goals of local government transparency and accountability.