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Texas Senate Bill SB626

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB626

Filed
 
Out of Senate Committee
4/23/09  
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to the creation, organization, governance, duties, and functions of the Texas Department of Vehicles; providing a penalty.

Impact

One of the significant implications of SB626 is the establishment of a dedicated agency—the Texas Department of Vehicles. This department would replace current functions performed by the Texas Department of Transportation related to vehicle registration and motor carrier oversight. The Department will hold regulatory authority over commercial vehicle operations and safety standards, allowing for a focused governance structure intended to enhance both efficiency and accountability.

Summary

SB626 proposes the creation and organization of the Texas Department of Vehicles, establishing its governance, duties, and functions. With the introduction of this legislation, the Texas Department of Vehicles aims to streamline and enhance the oversight and administration of vehicle-related matters statewide. The bill outlines specific duties that the department will administer, including overseeing various chapters aligned with transportation and business law, impacting how vehicle licensing and registration are conducted across Texas.

Contention

This bill may face contention during discussions around the structure of the Department's governance, particularly regarding the composition of its board. The proposed governance includes a broad representation of stakeholders, which may raise concerns about balancing interests from various sectors, such as law enforcement, vehicle manufacturers, and the public. Additionally, stakeholders may debate the fiscal implications of establishing this new department, including its funding sources and operational budget.

Companion Bills

TX HB3278

Same As Relating to the creation, organization, governance, duties, and functions of the Texas Department of Vehicles; providing a penalty.

TX HB3097

Similar Relating to the creation, organization, governance, duties, and functions of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, including the transfer of certain duties to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, and to the regulation of certain franchised motor vehicle dealers; providing a penalty.

Previously Filed As

TX SB1727

Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, the functions of the office of independent ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, and the powers and duties of the office of inspector general of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

TX HB1520

Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department and the functions of the office of independent ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

TX SB2377

Relating to homeland security, including the creation of the Texas Homeland Security Division in the Department of Public Safety, the operations of the Homeland Security Council, the creation of a homeland security fusion center, and the duties of state agencies and local governments in preparing for, reporting, and responding to cybersecurity breaches; providing administrative penalties; creating criminal offenses.

TX SB1311

Relating to the creation of the Texas Transportation Electrification Council and the duties of that council.

TX HB1500

Relating to the continuation and functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Office of Public Utility Counsel, and the functions of the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region; increasing an administrative penalty.

TX SB1868

Relating to the powers and duties of the office of inspector general of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

TX SB1386

Relating to the creation of the office of independent oversight ombudsman for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

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 HB2843

Relating to the authorization, licensing, and regulation of casino gaming and sports wagering in this state, to the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming Commission, to the support of the horse racing industry and reform of horse racing and greyhound racing, and to other provisions related to gambling; imposing and authorizing administrative and civil penalties; imposing taxes; imposing and authorizing fees; requiring occupational licenses; creating criminal offenses.

TX HB2057

Relating to the licensing and regulation of lactation consultants and the creation of the Lactation Consultant Advisory Board; requiring an occupational license; imposing fees; providing penalties; creating a criminal offense.

Similar Bills

TX HB3097

Relating to the creation, organization, governance, duties, and functions of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, including the transfer of certain duties to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, and to the regulation of certain franchised motor vehicle dealers; providing a penalty.

TX HB3278

Relating to the creation, organization, governance, duties, and functions of the Texas Department of Vehicles; providing a penalty.

TX HB300

Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Transportation, including the transfer of certain functions to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation; providing penalties.

TX SB1019

Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Transportation, including the transfer of certain functions to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles; providing penalties.

TX SB604

Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and to the operations of certain other entities performing functions associated with the department.

TX HB1541

Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and to the operations of certain other entities performing functions associated with the department.

TX HB1549

Relating to the creation, organization, duties, and functions of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles; providing a penalty.

TX HB2017

Relating to the organization, governance, duties, and functions of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.