AUSTIN, TX — Texas House Representative Dustin Burrows (HD-83) introduced three bills today, all focused on effective stewardship of taxpayers’ dollars. “Our state government – legislators and our state agencies – ought to be judged by how well we meet legitimate objectives. These bills encourage proper budget planning and accountability. Like Texas families, our government entities must live within their means, and avoid surprises that affect financial solvency,” said Burrows. (Click on PDF attachment for text of full release and links below for full text of bills)
HB 1839 – Relating to the submission of a report by certain entities identifying spending reduction measures.
http://tlis/BillLookup/Text.aspx?LegSess=85R&Bill=HB1839
HB 1840 – Relating to the requirement for a report by a state agency on the request for a study from an institution of higher education.
http://tlis/BillLookup/Text.aspx?LegSess=85R&Bill=HB1840
HB 1841 – Relating to the sunset review of the Legislative Budget Board and a study by the comptroller on the accuracy of fiscal notes prepared by the Legislative Budget Board.