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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 83(R)

House Bill 2718

House Author:  Guillen

Effective:  9-1-13

Senate Sponsor:  Deuell


            House Bill 2718 amends the Government Code to authorize a designated cultural and fine arts district or, if necessary to comply with federal eligibility requirements, a municipality or county in which a designated district is located on behalf of the district to apply for state incentives, funding, grants, and loans from state agencies. The bill requires the Texas Commission on the Arts to assist designated districts, municipalities, and counties in applying for such incentives, funding, grants, and loans. The bill authorizes the commission to amend the boundaries of a designated district to include private sector development.