BILL ANALYSIS
By: Gallegos
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE
The bill repeals the exception of Dallas County and certain Harris County probate courts from the option of hiring an associate judge, if the presiding judge and the commissioners court agree to it; thus allowing every probate court in Texas to hire an associate judge
RULEMAKING AUTHORITY
It is the committee's opinion that this bill does not expressly grant any additional rulemaking authority to a state officer, department, agency, or institution.
ANALYSIS
The bill repeals Section 54.602, Government Code.
EFFECTIVE DATE
September 1, 2007.