Texas 2017 - 85th Regular

Texas House Bill HB1497

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

Caption

Relating to the study of certain municipal transit systems by The University of Texas at Arlington.

Impact

The study will not only examine the existing transit services but will also assess the economic benefits of potential improvements to these systems. This could lead to better transit solutions tailored to the demographic and geographic characteristics of the affected populations. The outcomes may facilitate enhanced public transportation options, which could redefine connectivity and accessibility for residents in both Grand Prairie and Arlington.

Summary

House Bill 1497 mandates a comprehensive study of the municipal transit systems in the cities of Grand Prairie and Arlington, to be conducted by The University of Texas at Arlington. The primary objective of the bill is to identify the specific transit needs of residents in these municipalities, uncover the underlying causes of those needs, and propose actionable solutions to improve the transit systems.

Contention

Key points of contention around HB1497 may arise regarding the anticipated funding for the suggested improvements recommended in the study. The bill requires that the study identify possible funding sources, which can become a significant topic of discussion among lawmakers and stakeholders. Additionally, there may be debates about the efficacy of the proposed solutions and whether they adequately address the unique transit challenges faced by the communities.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SR342

Recognizing March 22, 2023, as The University of Texas at Arlington Day.

TX HR454

Recognizing March 22, 2023, as The University of Texas at Arlington Day at the State Capitol.

TX HR63

Congratulating The University of Texas at Arlington Center for Mexican American Studies on its 30th anniversary.

TX SJR26

Proposing a constitutional amendment to entitle all component institutions of The Texas A&M University System and The University of Texas System to participate in the income and other benefits of the permanent university fund.

TX HR1220

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of The University of Texas at Arlington Faculty Senate.

TX SB1055

Relating to the creation of a new university in Nacogdoches, Texas, within The University of Texas System and the allocation of the annual constitutional appropriation to certain agencies and institutions of higher education; abolishing Stephen F. Austin State University.

TX HB2639

Relating to the creation of a new university in Nacogdoches, Texas, within The University of Texas System and the allocation of the annual constitutional appropriation to certain agencies and institutions of higher education; abolishing Stephen F. Austin State University.

TX HB4000

Relating to the public retirement systems for employees of certain municipalities.

TX SB1444

Relating to the public retirement systems for employees of certain municipalities.

TX SB330

Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.