Relating to term limits for members of the senate serving on the Sunset Advisory Commission.
Impact
Should SB446 be enacted, it would directly alter the procedural dynamics of the Sunset Advisory Commission, thereby enhancing government oversight through periodic evaluation of state agencies. By limiting term lengths, the bill advocates for increased accountability and aims to improve the effectiveness of the Commission by curbing potential entrenched interests and promoting diverse representation over time.
Summary
SB446 proposes amendments to the Government Code focusing on instituting term limits for Senate members serving on the Sunset Advisory Commission. This bill aims to enforce restrictions on the number of consecutive terms a legislative member can serve on the commission. Specifically, after completing two terms, a Senate member would become ineligible for reappointment, which is intended to promote fresh perspectives and prevent stagnation within the commission's operations.
Contention
While the bill primarily has support aligned with accountability objectives, it may face critique regarding its implications on continuity and experienced representation. Some stakeholders might argue that established members—due to their accrued knowledge and networks—are critical for maintaining efficient operation and that term limits may lead to a loss of institutional knowledge. Thus, some members of the legislature and advocacy groups may voice concerns about the balance between fresh ideas and experienced governance.
Relating to the San Antonio River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering the terms of office of the members of the board of directors of the authority.
Relating to the San Antonio River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering the terms of office of the members of the board of directors of the authority.
Relating to the Lavaca-Navidad River Authority, following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering terms of the board of directors; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.
Relating to the Lavaca-Navidad River Authority, following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering terms of the board of directors; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.
Relating to the Upper Guadalupe River Authority, following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering terms of the board of directors; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.
Relating to the Upper Guadalupe River Authority, following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering terms of the board of directors; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.
Relating to the San Jacinto River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.
Relating to the San Jacinto River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.