TX
Texas Senate Bill SB1526

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB1526

Filed
 
Out of Senate Committee
3/25/09  
Voted on by Senate
4/2/09  
Out of House Committee
4/23/09  
Voted on by House
5/26/09  
Governor Action
6/19/09  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Enrolled
5/29/09  

Caption

Relating to the composition, administration, and duties, including reporting requirements, of the Border Health Institute.

Impact

The revisions introduced by SB1526 are expected to significantly impact the administration and governance of the Border Health Institute. By instituting a biennial reporting system instead of the previous annual reporting structure, the bill is designed to streamline the reporting process while still maintaining necessary oversight. Such transparency is critical given the Institute's role in addressing health concerns in the border region, where public health resources can be limited and demand for services high.

Summary

SB1526 is a legislative bill pertaining to the Border Health Institute. The bill revises the reporting requirements of the Institute, mandating that it provides an audited financial statement every two years. This updated requirement aims to enhance financial transparency and accountability within the Institute, ensuring that stakeholders, including governors and legislators, receive substantial financial information that reflects the Institution's operations and projects.

Conclusion

In conclusion, SB1526 seeks to clarify and improve the reporting mechanisms of the Border Health Institute, fostering a more accountable and transparent operational environment. The implications of this bill are particularly crucial for addressing the unique health challenges faced by communities along the border, making it an essential component of legislative efforts towards improved public health outcomes.

Contention

While the bill aims to enhance reporting and accountability, it also raises potential concerns regarding the adequacy of oversight. Some legislative members may argue about the necessity of biennial rather than more frequent reporting, suggesting it may hinder ongoing oversight efforts required to ensure the Institute is effectively addressing public health needs. The balance between administrative efficiency and sufficient legislative oversight remains a critical point of discussion among stakeholders.

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SB1025

Relating to immunization requirements and documentation, including adverse event tracking following the administration of vaccines and booster doses.

TX HB15

Relating to the creation of the Mental Health and Brain Research Institute of Texas.

TX HB200

Relating to border protection and economic development services, programs, and other measures, including establishing educational programs and the border protection unit, in this state to address certain issues affecting the border region, including transnational and other criminal activity and public health threats.

TX HB80

Relating to border protection and economic development services, programs, and other measures, including establishing educational programs and the border protection unit, in this state to address certain issues affecting the border region, including transnational and other criminal activity and public health threats.

TX HB87

Relating to border protection and economic development services, programs, and other measures, including establishing educational programs and the border protection unit, in this state to address certain issues affecting the border region, including transnational and other criminal activity and public health threats.

TX HR437

Commemorating the 10th anniversary of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso becoming an independent university within the Texas Tech University System.

TX HB1105

Relating to preventative health care and public health, including prohibited immunization and face-covering requirements, private business or school closures, and the ordering and administration of immunizations by a pharmacist.

TX HB20

Relating to measures to ensure the safety and welfare of the border region of this state, including protection from ongoing criminal activity and public health threats and the establishment of the Border Protection Unit; creating a criminal offense; creating a civil penalty.

TX HB75

Relating to measures to ensure the safety and welfare of the border region of this state, including protection from ongoing criminal activity, and public health threats and the establishment of the Border Protection Unit; creating a criminal offense; creating a civil penalty.

TX HB85

Relating to measures to ensure the safety and welfare of the border region of this state, including protection from ongoing criminal activity, and public health threats and the establishment of the Border Protection Unit; creating a criminal offense; creating a civil penalty.

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