TX
Texas Senate Bill SB1992

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB1992

Filed
 
Out of Senate Committee
4/16/09  
Voted on by Senate
4/21/09  
Out of House Committee
5/15/09  
Voted on by House
5/26/09  
Governor Action
6/19/09  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Enrolled
5/27/09  

Caption

Relating to the regulation of automotive wrecking and salvage yards in certain counties; providing a civil penalty.

Impact

The introduction of civil penalties ranging from $500 to $1,000 for each violation highlights the state’s commitment to regulatory oversight in the automotive wrecking and salvage industry. This move is expected to deter non-compliance and encourage operators to adhere to safety and environmental standards. Additionally, the bill stipulates that penalties collected will be deposited into the respective county or municipal treasuries, thereby providing a direct benefit to local governments forced to manage the fallout from non-compliance among wrecking yards.

Summary

SB1992 concerns the regulation of automotive wrecking and salvage yards specifically in certain counties within Texas. The bill proposes an amendment to Chapter 397 of the Transportation Code, introducing new provisions that establish civil penalties for violations pertaining to the operation of such yards. This legislative action aims to enforce stricter compliance with existing regulations to ensure that wrecking and salvage operations are conducted in a manner that is safe and in line with state mandates.

Contention

While the bill aims to strengthen regulations, there may be concerns from existing operators about the financial impact of new penalties. The imposition of civil penalties could be viewed as burdensome, especially for small businesses that may struggle to meet enhanced compliance standards. Furthermore, discussions on the degree of regulation could spark debates around local autonomy versus state oversight, particularly in counties that may have already established specific operational guidelines for automotive wrecking and salvage yards.

Companion Bills

TX HB4272

Identical Relating to the regulation of automotive wrecking and salvage yards in certain counties; providing a civil penalty.

Previously Filed As

TX HB2324

Relating to the regulation of certain health professionals and health facilities; providing civil and administrative penalties; creating a criminal offense.

TX HB4948

Relating to the regulation of Internet products, services, and features accessed by children; providing a civil penalty.

TX HB4495

Relating to the authority of certain counties to order the microchipping of dogs; providing a civil penalty.

TX SB1962

Relating to the authority of certain counties to order the microchipping of dogs; providing a civil penalty.

TX HB4598

Relating to catalytic converters, including criminal conduct involving catalytic converters; providing an administrative penalty; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty; increasing a fee.

TX SB224

Relating to catalytic converters, including criminal conduct involving catalytic converters; providing an administrative penalty; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty; increasing a fee.

TX SB417

Relating to electronic device filters for certain explicit material; providing a civil penalty.

TX HB1936

Relating to electronic device filters for certain explicit material; creating a criminal offense; providing a civil penalty.

TX HB3890

Relating to the regulation and voluntary licensing of reroofing contractors by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation; providing administrative and civil penalties; authorizing fees.

TX SB1014

Relating to restrictions on the use and disclosure of certain genetic material and genetic information; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense.

Similar Bills

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