Establishing the Complete Count Census Committee.
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.
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.
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.