Honorable Phil King, Chair, House Committee on Regulated Industries
FROM:
John S. O'Brien, Deputy Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB1370 by Van Arsdale (Relating to the liability of excavators for damage to certain underground facilities.), As Introduced
No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would provide that an excavator who has fully complied with Chapter 251 of the Utilities Code would not be liable for damage to an underground facility that was not marked in accordance with Chapter 251.
Local Government Impact
No fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.