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Texas House Bill HB3039

Texas 2015 - 84th Regular

Texas House Bill HB3039

Filed
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to requiring certain metal building, roof, and component retailers to register with the comptroller; imposing a civil penalty; authorizing a fee.

Impact

The legislation will impact the state's regulations related to sales and taxation of metal structures. By requiring registration, the comptroller will be better positioned to ensure compliance with existing tax laws applicable to the sale of these goods. Non-compliance could result in civil penalties of up to $500, serving as an enforcement mechanism aimed at increasing sales tax revenue from this sector. Additionally, the comptroller is tasked with studying the compliance of these retailers to further assure adherence to tax requirements.

Summary

House Bill 3039 mandates that certain metal building, roof, and component retailers must register with the Texas comptroller. This requirement aims to create a formal database of businesses engaged in the sale, alteration, or fabrication of metal structures used for agricultural purposes. New registrations are required to be submitted annually, along with any relevant information requested by the comptroller, which may include locations of business operations and agent identities.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HB 3039 appears to be generally favorable within the legislative assembly, as indicated by the unanimous support during voting. Proponents argue that the bill will streamline regulation in a growing industry and enhance revenue collected from sales taxes by ensuring that retailers comply with tax registration requirements.

Contention

While there seems to be considerable support for HB 3039, some may raise concerns regarding the administrative burden placed on smaller retailers who may find the registration process cumbersome. Furthermore, the scope of oversight by the comptroller could be seen as an encroachment upon small businesses, which might argue that the bill favors larger corporations with more resources to handle regulatory requirements.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB2081

Relating to the registration of vision support organizations; imposing a fee; requiring an occupational registration; providing a civil penalty.

TX HB350

Relating to the establishment of a registry for and requiring the registration of certain unmanned teller machines; imposing a fee; providing a civil penalty.

TX SB337

Relating to the establishment of a registry for and requiring the registration of certain unmanned teller machines; imposing a fee; providing a civil penalty.

TX SB820

Relating to the registration of vision support organizations; imposing a fee; requiring an occupational registration; providing a civil penalty.

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.

TX SB715

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.

TX HB4481

Relating to a directory of e-cigarettes and alternative nicotine products sold in this state, and regulation of the sale and distribution of e-cigarettes and alternative nicotine products; imposing fees; creating criminal offenses; imposing a civil penalty; imposing administrative penalties.

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 SB2054

Relating to a directory of e-cigarettes and alternative nicotine products sold in this state, and regulation of the sale and distribution of e-cigarettes and alternative nicotine products; imposing fees; creating criminal offenses; imposing a civil penalty; imposing administrative penalties.

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.

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TX HB1524

Relating to correcting outdated references to the Texas Building and Procurement Commission.

TX SB2208

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TX SB212

Relating to the abolishment of the Texas Council on Purchasing from People with Disabilities and the transfer of its functions to the Texas Workforce Commission.

TX HB1989

Relating to the abolishment of the Texas Council on Purchasing from People with Disabilities and the transfer of its functions to the comptroller of public accounts.

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