SRC-JJJ H.B. 2491 76(R) BILL ANALYSIS Senate Research Center H.B. 2491 76R10383 PAM-DBy: Yarbrough (Gallegos) Intergovernmental Relations 5/12/1999 Engrossed DIGEST Currently, Texas law provides for the regulation of sexually oriented businesses, but does not address who in the municipality or county may inspect a sexually oriented business for compliance. H.B. 2491 would establish provisions regarding the inspection of the premises of sexually oriented businesses for a violation of the law when alcoholic beverages are legally consumed on the premises. PURPOSE As proposed, H.B. 2491 establishes provisions regarding the inspection of the premises of sexually oriented businesses for a violation of the law. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY This bill does not grant any additional rulemaking authority to a state officer, institution, or agency. SECTION BY SECTION ANALYSIS SECTION 1. Amends Section 243.008, Local Government Code, to provide that a sexually oriented business, by obtaining a permit or license that permits the consumption of alcoholic beverages on the premises, consents to the entry by a representative of the municipality or county issuing the permit or license, or by a peace officer for the purpose of inspecting the premises for a violation of law. SECTION 2. Emergency clause. Effective date: upon passage.