Texas 2021 - 87th Regular

Texas House Bill HB3737

Caption

Relating to the composition of districts for the election of members of the State Board of Education.

Impact

The changes proposed in HB 3737 are significant as they could reshape how the State Board of Education operates and is representative of the state's demographics. By redistricting and potentially rebalance the representation of different regions within Texas, the bill can influence educational policy decisions and priorities. This could also enhance the ability of the board to address local education needs more effectively, ensuring that all areas of Texas have a voice in educational policy-making.

Summary

House Bill 3737 seeks to modify the composition of districts from which members of the State Board of Education are elected. The bill proposes a new delineation of the electoral districts, ensuring that each district is represented by a single member who is elected by the constituents in that area. This decennial reapportionment aims to reflect changes in population distributions and to improve the representation of diverse communities within the educational governance framework of the state.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise regarding which counties are included in each district and how the population shifts over time will affect electoral representation. Critics could argue that the new districts may not accurately reflect the diverse needs of all communities, particularly in urban versus rural settings. Debates may focus on whether the redistricting process will be equitable and if it will truly enhance the governance of state education or simply alter political power dynamics.

Companion Bills

TX HB1064

Same As Relating to the composition of districts for the election of members of the State Board of Education.

TX SB320

Similar To Relating to the composition of districts for the election of members of the State Board of Education.

Previously Filed As

TX SB375

Relating to the composition of districts for the election of members of the Texas Senate.

TX HB1000

Relating to the composition of districts for the election of members of the Texas House of Representatives.

TX HB5394

Relating to the powers, duties, territory, and governance of the Westwood Magnolia Parkway Improvement District.

TX SB2618

Relating to the powers, duties, territory, and governance of the Westwood Magnolia Parkway Improvement District.

TX SB1937

Relating to the composition of a county election board.

TX SB660

Relating to the election of board members of certain emergency services districts.

TX HB1775

Relating to the oversight and election of board members for certain emergency services districts.

TX HB3292

Relating to the election of the members of the board of directors of the Sweeny Hospital District.

TX HB5223

Relating to the amount of certain motor vehicle sales and use taxes and penalties that certain counties may retain each year.

TX SB1521

Relating to the amount of certain motor vehicle sales and use taxes and penalties that certain counties may retain each year.

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