TX
Texas Senate Bill SB768

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB768

Filed
 
Out of Senate Committee
3/26/09  
Voted on by Senate
4/9/09  
Out of House Committee
4/29/09  
Voted on by House
5/26/09  
Governor Action
6/19/09  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Enrolled
5/29/09  

Caption

Relating to exemptions from the Texas Structural Pest Control Act; providing penalties.

Impact

The bill effectively delineates the scope of the Texas Structural Pest Control Act, potentially reducing the regulatory burden on certain activities that are considered low-risk. By clarifying that certain actions do not require a pest control license or adherence to the act, the bill aims to simplify operational requirements for businesses and individuals involved in pest management and control. This could encourage more innovative and diverse pest management strategies that utilize non-chemical methods.

Summary

SB768 seeks to amend the Texas Structural Pest Control Act by introducing specific exemptions from its regulations. Notable among these exemptions are activities that do not involve the use of pesticides, such as the use of raptors for bird control, physical pest removal during chimney cleaning, and the use of live traps. Additionally, the bill specifies activities involving minimal risk of harm which may be exempted upon departmental rule determination. This aims to streamline pest control processes while ensuring public safety and environmental protection are maintained.

Contention

Despite its intent to reduce unnecessary regulation, SB768 could lead to contention regarding the definition of 'minimal risk' activities. Critics may argue that these exemptions could result in insufficient protections for public health, particularly if regulations are seen to be undermined for the sake of reduced oversight. There could also be concerns about the potential for increased pest-related issues if the exempted activities are not adequately monitored or if pest management practices vary significantly from traditional standards.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB2692

Relating to the exemption of certain activities from regulation as a structural pest control service.

TX HB2226

Relating to state and municipal motor fuel taxes; providing civil penalties; creating criminal offenses; requiring occupational licenses; authorizing the imposition of taxes; providing for increases and decreases in the rates of taxes.

TX HB520

Relating to criminal penalties for possession offenses under the Texas Controlled Substances Act.

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 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 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 SB871

Relating to the exemption of inventory from ad valorem taxation.

TX SB2378

Relating to prohibiting a public entity from providing financial assistance for abortion or abortion-related services; providing civil penalties.

TX HB5249

Relating to prohibiting a public entity from providing financial assistance for abortion or abortion-related services; providing civil penalties.

TX HB1942

Relating to the regulation of sports wagering; requiring occupational permits; authorizing fees; imposing a tax; decriminalizing wagering on certain sports events; creating criminal offenses; providing administrative penalties.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.