TX
Texas House Bill HB2675

Texas 2023 - 88th Regular

Texas House Bill HB2675

Filed
2/22/23  
Out of House Committee
4/24/23  
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to the deposit of funds into court registries by the clerks of justice courts.

Impact

The enactment of HB 2675 is expected to modify existing laws concerning financial management within justice courts. By giving clerks the authority to manage funds for minors, the bill potentially mitigates delays and complications associated with fund disbursement. This could streamline the court's operations and ensure that minors receive their funds in a more timely manner. As a result, the bill could lead to enhanced satisfaction among stakeholders involved in such cases, including families of minors, legal practitioners, and the judiciary itself.

Summary

House Bill 2675 aims to empower justice court clerks in Texas by allowing them to deposit funds awarded to minors into court registries until such funds can be legally dispersed. This legislative initiative is a response to the increasing judicial jurisdictional limit of these courts, which has been elevated to $20,000. The bill was introduced to streamline processes for fund management in the justice courts, reflecting a concerted effort to improve administrative efficiency within the judicial system. The framework set forth by the bill appears nonpartisan and has garnered positive support from various legal stakeholders and court officials who seek enhanced procedural capabilities.

Sentiment

Overall, the sentiment surrounding House Bill 2675 appears to be highly favorable. The legislature's discussions indicate strong support for the bill, with no recorded opposition during the voting process. Many view it as a practical and efficient legislative measure that addresses a specific need within the judicial system. This sentiment reflects broader trends in legal reform prioritizing efficiency and responsiveness in managing court-related financial matters.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention regarding HB 2675 during the legislative discussions or voting, which is indicative of its non-controversial nature. However, the bill's implementation will require close monitoring to discuss its efficacy and impact on future iterations of policy concerning minor fund management. Additionally, as clerks begin to utilize this new authority, further evaluation may be necessary to identify any unforeseen issues that may arise in practice.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Local Government Code

  • Chapter 117. Depositories For Certain Trust Funds And Court Registry Funds
    • Section: New Section
    • Section: 021
    • Section: 022
    • Section: 023
    • Section: 056
    • Section: 057
    • Section: 058
    • Section: 081
    • Section: New Section
    • Section: 021
    • Section: 022
    • Section: 023
    • Section: 056
    • Section: 057
    • Section: 058
    • Section: 081
    • Section: New Section
    • Section: 021
    • Section: 022
    • Section: 023
    • Section: 056
    • Section: 057
    • Section: 058
    • Section: 081

Government Code

  • Chapter 2256. Public Funds Investment
    • Section: 004
    • Section: 004
  • Chapter 22. Appellate Courts
    • Section: New Section

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SB2157

Relating to deposits of funds into a court registry by a clerk of a justice court.

TX SB158

Relating to the location of a bank eligible to be selected as a depository or subdepository of county public money, including money held by a county or district clerk.

TX HB3169

Relating to the operation and administration of the Texas Bullion Depository, to depository agents, to the appropriation of money from the fees, charges, penalties, and other amounts related to the depository and deposited to the general revenue fund for that purpose, and to the provision of a related ad valorem tax exemption.

TX SB2173

Relating to the operation and administration of the Texas Bullion Depository; depository agents; and to the appropriation of money from the fees, charges, penalties, and other amounts related to the depository and deposited to the general revenue fund for that purpose.

TX SB606

Relating to court costs imposed on conviction and deposited to the courthouse security fund.

TX HB3505

Relating to the establishment and administration of a state bullion depository and the investment of certain public money in precious metals and depository accounts.

TX HB2458

Relating to the operation and administration of the Texas Bullion Depository.

TX SB1692

Relating to the operation and administration of the Texas Bullion Depository.

TX HB483

Relating to the establishment and administration of a state bullion depository; authorizing fees.

TX HB1448

Relating to the use of money deposited to a justice court technology fund in certain counties.

Similar Bills

TX SB2157

Relating to deposits of funds into a court registry by a clerk of a justice court.

TX SB158

Relating to the location of a bank eligible to be selected as a depository or subdepository of county public money, including money held by a county or district clerk.

TX SB1004

Relating to the regulation of residential mortgage loan originators, residential mortgage loan companies, mortgage bankers, and residential mortgage loan servicers under the jurisdiction of the Department of Savings and Mortgage Lending; changing a fee.

TX HB1601

Relating to the regulation of residential mortgage loan originators, residential mortgage loan companies, mortgage bankers, and residential mortgage loan servicers under the jurisdiction of the Department of Savings and Mortgage Lending; changing a fee.

TX HB4726

Relating to the creation of the Cameron County Flood Control District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes and to issue bonds.