Texas 2019 - 86th Regular

Texas House Bill HCR20

Caption

Establishing the Complete Count Census Committee.

Impact

The committee, as detailed in HCR20, will comprise three members appointed by the lieutenant governor, three by the speaker of the house, and one appointed by the governor, who will serve as the chair. The committee is authorized to collaborate with various state agencies and political subdivisions to foster a comprehensive approach towards ensuring that every resident is counted. This collective effort is expected to have a significant impact on local and federal funding distributions, as well as congressional representation based on a more accurate population count.

Summary

HCR20, a concurrent resolution introduced by Dutton, establishes the Complete Count Census Committee within the Texas Legislature. The primary goal of this committee is to develop strategies that will encourage full participation of Texas residents in the upcoming 2020 federal decennial census. Recognizing the critical importance of an accurate census for resource allocation and representation, this measure aims to address potential barriers to participation and enhance community engagement.

Contention

While not explicitly stated in the text of the resolution, the establishment of a committee for the 2020 census may raise discussions on how effectively such initiatives are executed, particularly in diverse communities that may face challenges in census engagement. Potential points of contention could revolve around the sufficiency of resources allocated for outreach and the committee's ability to address the concerns of underrepresented populations, which have historically been difficult to reach during census periods.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SCR22

Authorizing the creation and appointment of joint legislative study committees by the lieutenant governor and speaker of the House of Representatives.

TX HB377

Relating to establishing a joint select committee to study the feasibility and sustainability of providing a cost-of-living adjustment applicable to certain benefits paid by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.

TX HB1840

Relating to establishing a panel to study the regulation of law enforcement officers and law enforcement agencies.

TX HB4322

Relating to the establishment of a STEM and computer science strategic advisory committee.

TX HB1569

Relating to the establishment of a computer science strategic advisory committee and a grant program for the professional development and training of computer science classroom teachers.

TX SB1315

Relating to the establishment of a computer science strategic advisory committee and a grant program for the professional development and training of computer science classroom teachers.

TX HB3782

Relating to establishing the Border Security Advisory Council and the Border Protection Task Force.

TX SR693

Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on H.B. 3447.

TX HB4792

Relating to establishing the Texas Carbon Emissions Mitigation and Severe Weather Adaptation Commission to study and address the impacts of carbon emissions and severe weather in this state.

TX HR2432

Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 3447.

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