Texas House Bill HB2162

Texas 2019 - 86th Regular

Caption

Relating to a study on the suitability of unused and underused public facilities for joint use by state and local governmental entities.

Impact

If enacted, the research produced from HB2162 could have significant implications for how state and local governmental entities manage and share their resources. By assessing the availability and suitability of such facilities, the study could lead to more strategic partnerships between entities, potentially minimizing costs associated with maintaining separate facilities. The findings could inform future policies regarding public facility management, potentially fostering more collaborative approaches to resource allocation.

Summary

House Bill 2162, titled 'Relating to a study on the suitability of unused and underused public facilities for joint use by state and local governmental entities', proposes an investigation into the feasibility of optimizing public resources. The bill mandates the comptroller of public accounts to assess existing public facilities that are either unused or underused, evaluating their potential for joint utilization by multiple governmental entities. This initiative aims to identify economic advantages that could arise from more efficient use of these facilities.

Contention

While the bill appears focused on efficiency and collaboration, it might not be without contention. Discussions around the allocation of resources and potential redundancies in government operations could arise, especially in terms of who gets priority access to these joint-use facilities. Moreover, the expiration date set for January 1, 2021, may limit the longevity of the proposed study, which might be a point of debate among legislators who prefer more permanent solutions to public facility management.