Honorable John Whitmire, Chair, Senate Committee on Criminal Justice
FROM:
John S. O'Brien, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB1766 by Pena (Relating to the punishment for theft of aluminum, bronze, or copper wiring.), As Engrossed
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the Penal Code by making the theft of less than $20,000 worth of insulated or non-insulated wire or cable that consists of at least 50 percent aluminum, bronze, or copper, punishable as a state jail felony. It is assumed that the number of offenders convicted under this statute would not result in a significant impact on the programs and workload of state corrections agencies or on the demand for resources and services of those agencies.
Local Government Impact
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.