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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 86(R)

Senate Bill 646

Senate Author:  Birdwell et al.

Effective:  9-1-19

House Sponsor:  Thompson, Senfronia


            Senate Bill 646 amends the Government Code to require that a semi‑independent state agency obtain authorization from the governor before allocating money to purchase, or construct a building on, real property and to provide that this requirement does not limit legislative authority. The bill requires a state agency that receives the governor's authorization to collaborate with the Texas Facilities Commission (TFC) with respect to the purchase or project and notify the TFC and the General Land Office on completion of the purchase or project.