Relating to the regulation of metal recycling entities; imposing an administrative penalty.
Impact
If passed, SB513 will impose stricter regulations on metal recycling entities, significantly impacting how these businesses operate. The requirement for personal identification documentation and transaction records will likely lead to a reduction in fraudulent activities associated with the sale of regulated materials. The bill also introduces an administrative penalty system; entities violating these provisions may face fines up to $1,000, making compliance crucial for businesses in this sector. This legislative change could promote more secure business practices and help law enforcement in tracking stolen materials.
Summary
Senate Bill 513 aims to strengthen regulation around metal recycling entities in Texas. The bill requires individuals attempting to sell regulated materials to provide a written affidavit certifying they have not been previously convicted of relevant offenses, thus aiming to prevent illicit selling of stolen metals. Furthermore, it mandates that metal recycling entities maintain detailed records of purchases, including seller identification and the description of the material being sold. This move is designed to enhance accountability in transactions involving potentially stolen property.
Contention
There are potential points of contention around the implications of SB513 on local control and business operations. Critics may argue that the added regulatory burden could impede the operational efficiency of small metal recycling businesses, while supporters counter that the bill protects property rights and reduces crime associated with metal theft. Local authorities and law enforcement may have differing opinions on the effectiveness of these regulations, with some supporting the enhanced monitoring capabilities, while others see it as an unnecessary complication to existing business practices.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Relating to the regulation of money services businesses; creating a criminal offense; creating administrative penalties; authorizing the imposition of a fee.
Relating to the regulation of the collection, use, processing, and treatment of consumers' personal data by certain business entities; imposing a civil penalty.