SRC-DPW H.B. 3176 76(R) BILL ANALYSIS Senate Research Center H.B. 3176 76R4660 JMC-DBy: King, Phil (Sibley) Intergovernmental Relations 5/10/1999 Engrossed DIGEST Currently, the jurisdictional maximum for civil cases filed in the Parker County Court at Law is the sum of $100,000 amount in controversy. An increase to $500,000 amount in controversy is sought to make Parker County consistent with other courts at law around the state. This bill would increase the jurisdictional amount in controversy limit to $500,000, from $100,000. PURPOSE As proposed, H.B. 3176 redefines the jurisdiction of the County Court at Law of Parker County. 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 25.1862(a), Government Code, to provide that a county court at law in Parker County has concurrent jurisdiction with the district court in civil cases in which the matter in controversy exceeds $500 but does not exceed $500,000, excluding interest, statutory or punitive damages and penalties, and attorney's fees and costs, as alleged on the face of a petition. Makes conforming changes. SECTION 2.Emergency clause. Effective date: upon passage.