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Texas House Bill HCR50

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HCR50

Introduced
2/17/09  
Refer
2/23/09  
Report Pass
4/23/09  
Report Pass
5/20/09  

Caption

Affirming that the State of Texas claims sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over all powers not otherwise enumerated and granted to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution, serving notice to the federal government to cease and desist certain mandates, and providing that certain federal legislation be prohibited or repealed.

Impact

If enacted, HCR50 may significantly impact the relationship between state and federal governments. It advocates for a reassertion of state rights, potentially limiting the federal government’s ability to impose mandates that the resolution argues are unconstitutional. This resolution aligns with movements across various states emphasizing rights under the Tenth Amendment, thereby influencing future legislation and the dynamics of state governance and autonomy in Texas.

Summary

HCR50 is a concurrent resolution affirming that the State of Texas claims sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment of the United States Constitution over all powers not delegated to the federal government. The resolution underscores the contention that the federal government has usurped state powers and mandates that exceed constitutional delegation. HCR50 serves as a formal notice to the federal government, demanding the cessation of such overstep and the repeal of laws that impose mandates on the states under threat of penalties or loss of funding.

Contention

Notably, HCR50 articulates a strong position against federal overreach, which has garnered both support and opposition. Proponents of the resolution argue that it is a necessary assertion of state rights, which resonates with many citizens who feel that the federal government has overreached its constitutional bounds. However, critics are concerned that such a declaration may undermine effective governance and cooperation between state and federal institutions, particularly in areas requiring federal and state synergy, such as healthcare and public safety. The resolution reflects the ongoing debate over states' rights and the proper scope of federal authority in the governance of the United States.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB262

Relating to the identification of and prohibited cooperation by state and local entities with certain federal acts that violate the United States Constitution.

TX SB242

Relating to the identification of and prohibited cooperation by state and local entities with certain federal acts that violate the United States Constitution.

TX SCR26

Urging Congress to amend federal law to allow states to provide for the consolidation of federally funded workforce development services with federally funded social safety net services.

TX HJR35

Rescinding the automatic rescission of certain applications made by the Texas Legislature to the United States Congress to call a national convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for proposing any amendment to that constitution.

TX SJR36

Rescinding the automatic rescission of certain applications made by the Texas Legislature to the United States Congress to call a national convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for proposing any amendment to that constitution.

TX SJR52

Extending the deadline for the automatic rescission of certain applications made by the Texas Legislature to the United States Congress to call a national convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for proposing any amendment to that constitution.

TX HCR7

Urging the U.S. Congress to propose and submit to the states for ratification a federal balanced budget amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

TX HCR20

Urging the U.S. Congress to propose and submit to the states for ratification a federal balanced budget amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

TX HCR5

Urging the U.S. Congress to propose and submit to the states for ratification a federal balanced budget amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

TX HJR27

Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of and use of money in the Grow Texas fund and allocating certain general revenues to that fund, the economic stabilization fund, and the state highway fund.

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