Honorable Jim McReynolds, Chair, House Committee on Corrections
FROM:
John S. O'Brien, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB285 by Hodge (Relating to the use of tobacco products and cigarettes on property owned, used, or controlled by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.), As Introduced
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the Government Code by having the Texas Department of Criminal Justice adopt a rule that permits the possession and use of tobacco products and cigarettes by employees, persons in custody, and visitors to property owned, used, or controlled by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Designated areas where persons are permitted to use tobacco products and cigarettes must be provided.
Although there could be a fiscal impact associated with increased health care costs and litigation related to exposure to second-hand smoke, no significant fiscal impact to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice is anticipated.
Local Government Impact
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.