Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HJR35

Filed
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Sent toSOS
 
Proposed Const. Amend.
 

Caption

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.

Companion Bills

TX HB515

Enabled by Relating to the expansion of the boundaries of the Dallas County Hospital District.

Previously Filed As

TX SJR32

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.

TX HJR79

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.

TX HJR50

Proposing a constitutional amendment allowing the legislature to establish a special district to be the seat of state government.

TX HJR163

Proposing a constitutional amendment allowing the voters to remove local elected officers from office by means of a recall election.

TX SJR16

Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting.

TX SB2431

Relating to the Harris County Flood Control District; providing for the appointment of the governing body.

TX HJR48

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.

TX HJR83

Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting.

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 HB5338

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.

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