Relating to prohibiting the adoption or enforcement of certain federal emissions regulations during a declared emergency.
Impact
If passed, HB3933 would introduce significant changes to how Texas handles federal emissions regulations, particularly during emergencies. By declaring certain federal regulations unenforceable, the legislation aims to maintain the operational integrity of electric services in the state. The bill posits that during extreme weather conditions, the state must prioritize its ability to provide reliable energy services over adhering to federal regulations that could exacerbate challenges in energy supply.
Summary
House Bill 3933 seeks to prohibit the adoption or enforcement of certain federal emissions regulations during declared emergencies in Texas. Specifically, the bill aims to prevent state and local governmental entities from implementing regulations concerning electric power generation, transmission, and distribution, as well as the processing and transportation of natural gas that could jeopardize the quality and reliability of electric services during extreme weather events. The bill is rooted in a response to state-level concerns about the imposition of federal mandates that may strain resources during emergencies.
Contention
The proposed measure has implications for the relationship between state authority and federal regulations. Proponents argue that it would enhance local control during crises, allowing Texas to respond flexibly without federal interference. Conversely, critics of the bill may raise concerns about the environmental implications of sidelining federal emissions standards, particularly during emergencies that can elevate pollution levels. The discussion around HB3933 reflects broader national debates about states’ rights versus federal authority in environmental regulation, an issue likely to receive considerable attention as the bill progresses.
Relating to prohibitions on the illegal entry into or illegal presence in this state by a person who is an alien, the enforcement of those prohibitions and certain related orders, including immunity from liability and indemnification for enforcement actions, and authorizing or requiring under certain circumstances the removal of persons who violate those prohibitions; creating criminal offenses.
Relating to prohibitions on the illegal entry into or illegal presence in this state by a person who is an alien, the enforcement of those prohibitions and certain related orders, including immunity from liability and indemnification for enforcement actions, and authorizing or requiring under certain circumstances the removal of persons who violate those prohibitions; creating criminal offenses.
Relating to law enforcement misconduct and law enforcement interactions with certain detained or arrested individuals and other members of the public, to public entity liability for those interactions, and to the confinement, conviction, or release of detained or arrested individuals.
Relating to prohibitions on the illegal entry into or illegal presence in this state by a person who is an alien, the enforcement of those prohibitions, and authorizing under certain circumstances the removal of persons who violate certain of those prohibitions; creating criminal offenses.