Proposing a constitutional amendment to allow the Dallas County Hospital District to expand its boundaries.
Impact
If enacted, HJR35 would significantly influence healthcare governance within the Dallas and Tarrant counties by potentially increasing access to medical services through the expanded jurisdiction of the hospital districts. Additionally, it allows these districts to assume responsibility for the administration of hospitals and healthcare facilities, which could improve service delivery to underserved populations. The requirement for voter approval for any expansion ensures that the interests of residents are taken into consideration before significant changes are made to existing healthcare frameworks.
Summary
HJR35 proposes a constitutional amendment aimed at allowing the expansion of boundaries for the Dallas County and Tarrant County Hospital Districts. This amendment seeks to modify Section 4, Article IX of the Texas Constitution to facilitate the creation and extension of such hospital districts beyond their current geographic limits. Under the proposed changes, the hospital districts could include territories outside of their respective counties, provided that the expansion receives majority support during separate elections among both the existing district voters and the new territory voters.
Contention
The proposal may face contention based on concerns regarding financial implications and local governance. Critics could argue that expanding the hospital districts may lead to financial strain or misallocation of resources, especially as these districts assume responsibility for additional areas. Furthermore, questions about local control over healthcare services and the appropriateness of expanding district boundaries may stimulate debates among stakeholders, particularly if community opinions diverge on the need for expansion versus maintaining current service structures.
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the authority of the legislature to permit conservation and reclamation districts in El Paso County to issue bonds supported by ad valorem taxes to fund the development and maintenance of parks and recreational facilities.
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the authority of the legislature to permit conservation and reclamation districts in El Paso County to issue bonds supported by ad valorem taxes to fund the development and maintenance of parks and recreational facilities.
Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting.
Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature, Texas congressional districts, and State Board of Education districts and revising procedures for redistricting.
Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting.
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.
Relating to the Harris County Flood Control District and the transfer to it of the assets, programs, and facilities of the Harris County Toll Road Authority; providing for the appointment of the governing body.