Texas 2013 - 83rd Regular

Texas House Bill HB2513

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Caption

Relating to the elimination of obsolete and redundant reporting requirements for the Department of Agriculture.

Impact

If enacted, HB2513 is expected to have a positive effect on agricultural operations by decreasing unnecessary paperwork and reporting processes. This could lead not only to a more agile Department of Agriculture but also allow for faster response times to the needs of rural communities. Ultimately, this bill could promote better management of agricultural programs, thereby supporting economic development and stability in rural Texas.

Summary

House Bill 2513 aims to streamline operations for the Department of Agriculture by eliminating obsolete and redundant reporting requirements. The impetus for this legislative change stems from the need to reduce bureaucratic overhead and enhance the efficiency of public services related to agriculture in the state. By removing outdated mandates, the bill seeks to enable the department to focus resources on more critical tasks that align with current agricultural practices and challenges faced by Texas farmers and rural communities.

Contention

There are minimal points of contention surrounding HB2513; however, some advocacy groups may express concern over the potential loss of oversight that comes with reducing reporting requirements. Critics may argue that while streamlining processes can lead to efficiency, it should not come at the expense of accountability within agricultural regulatory frameworks. Discussions will likely revolve around finding a balanced approach that maintains essential oversight while promoting operational efficiency.

Companion Bills

TX SB772

Identical Relating to the elimination of obsolete and redundant reporting requirements for the Department of Agriculture.

Previously Filed As

TX HB1750

Relating to the applicability of certain city requirements to agricultural operations.

TX SB1421

Relating to the effect of nuisance actions, other actions, and governmental requirements on certain agricultural operations.

TX SB1768

Relating to the correction or removal of certain obsolete provisions of the Property Code.

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 HB3422

Relating to the correction or removal of certain obsolete provisions of the Property Code.

TX HB3589

Relating to the transfer of the administration of school nutrition programs from the Texas Department of Agriculture to the Texas Education Agency.

TX HB2873

Relating to a strategic plan for improving maternal health, including the consolidation and repeal of certain planning and reporting requirements.

TX SB987

Relating to the reporting of certain information regarding the payment of state money to certain vendors and counties.

TX HB4441

Relating to reporting requirements for municipalities and counties that impose a hotel occupancy tax.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.