Texas 2015 - 84th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB1736

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Caption

Relating to the creation and re-creation of funds and accounts, the dedication and rededication of revenue, and the exemption of unappropriated money from use for general governmental purposes.

Impact

The act notably abolishes all funds and accounts created or re-created by the 84th Legislature and sets specific conditions under which these funds can operate. For example, any dedications of revenue collected for a particular purpose will be applicable unless specified exceptions apply. This may lead to significant changes in how state agencies manage their funding and accountability, fostering a greater alignment with legislative frameworks and financial transparency.

Summary

SB1736 is a legislative bill that primarily addresses the creation and re-creation of various funds and accounts within state government. The bill outlines how revenues can be dedicated or rededicated for specific uses, with particular attention paid to exemptions for unappropriated funds from being utilized for general governmental purposes. By refining the definitions and rules surrounding state agency funding structures, the bill aims to clarify the operational readiness and accountability of financial resources managed by state entities.

Contention

Key points of contention may arise from the implications of the bill regarding local governance and financial autonomy. By centralizing control over the creation and management of funds, there could be pushback from local agencies or municipalities that previously had more discretion in fund allocations. Additionally, the broad exemptions and amendments concerning dedicated revenue might provoke debates on public accountability and the constraints imposed on state fiscal policies.

Companion Bills

TX HB6

Identical Relating to the creation and re-creation of funds and accounts, the dedication and rededication of revenue, and the exemption of unappropriated money from use for general governmental purposes.

Previously Filed As

TX HB3461

Relating to the creation and re-creation of funds and accounts, the dedication and rededication of revenue and allocation of accrued interest on dedicated revenue, and the exemption of unappropriated money from use for general governmental purposes.

TX SB1508

Relating to the creation and re-creation of funds and accounts, the dedication and rededication of revenue and allocation of accrued interest on dedicated revenue, and the exemption of unappropriated money from use for general governmental purposes.

TX HJR27

Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of and use of money in the Grow Texas fund and allocating certain general revenues to that fund, the economic stabilization fund, and the state highway fund.

TX HB3050

Relating to the creation of the Texas state buildings preservation endowment fund, including the transfer to the fund of the unencumbered balances of certain other funds.

TX SB1333

Relating to the creation of the Texas state buildings preservation endowment fund, including the transfer to the fund of the unencumbered balances of certain other funds.

TX HJR111

Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the Texas severance tax revenue and oil and natural gas (Texas STRONG) defense fund, dedicating the money in that fund to benefit areas of the state significantly affected by oil and gas production, and providing for the transfer of certain general revenues to that fund, the economic stabilization fund, the state highway fund, the oil and gas regulation and cleanup account, the Texas emissions reduction plan fund, and the property tax relief fund.

TX HJR41

Proposing a constitutional amendment regarding the dedication by general law of money received by this state and money held in or deposited to an account or fund inside or outside the state treasury and the authorized expenditure or appropriation of money dedicated by general law.

TX HB15

Relating to the creation of the Mental Health and Brain Research Institute of Texas.

TX HJR1

Proposing a constitutional amendment creating the state school safety fund to provide ongoing financial support for projects that ensure the safety of public schools in this state and providing for the transfer of certain general revenues to that fund, the economic stabilization fund, and the state highway fund.

TX SB2070

Relating to the funding of projects by the Public Utility Commission of Texas to promote the reliability and resiliency of the power grid in this state; authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds.

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