Texas Senate Bill SB760

Texas 2011 - 82nd Regular

• Introduced: 2/17/11
• Out of Senate Committee: 3/28/11
• Voted on by Senate: 3/31/11
• Refer: 2/23/11
• Out of House Committee: 5/20/11
• Report Pass: 3/28/11
• Voted on by House: 5/23/11
• Engrossed: 3/31/11
• Governor Action: 6/17/11
• Refer: 4/28/11
• Report Pass: 5/18/11
• Enrolled: 5/27/11
• Passed: 6/17/11

Caption

Relating to the term and renewal of interlocal contracts.

Impact

The passage of SB760 would have significant implications for how local governments in Texas engage in cooperative agreements. By permitting a specified term for interlocal contracts, municipalities would be able to plan and manage their interlocal agreements over a longer term. This could facilitate more strategic collaborations on projects that require stable and continuous partnership, ultimately enhancing efficiency in the intergovernmental operations.

Summary

SB760 is a legislative bill proposed in Texas aimed at amending the existing statutes governing interlocal contracts among governmental entities. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 791.011 of the Government Code, allowing interlocal contracts to be established with a specified term of years, rather than mandating an annual renewal. This change is intended to provide more flexibility for cities and counties in their collaborative efforts and planning.

Contention

While the bill seeks to streamline and improve the interlocal contract process, points of contention may arise from concerns over accountability and oversight. Opponents of longer-term contracts might argue that having a specified term could limit the ability of new governing bodies to reassess the effectiveness or necessity of existing agreements. Thus, there could be discussions centered around balancing flexibility in interlocal collaborations with the need for ongoing governance and oversight of such contracts.