Honorable Rob Eissler, Chair, House Committee on Public Education
FROM:
John S. O'Brien, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB350 by Leibowitz (Relating to use of school district resources for athletic facilities.), As Introduced
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would authorize school districts located in Harris, Dallas, Bexar, and Tarrant counties to enter into contracts with institutions of higher education to contribute school district resources to pay a portion of the costs of the design or construction of a stadium or other athletic facility owned by or under the control of the instititution.
Local Government Impact
The bill would expand contracting authority for school districts located within Harris, Dallas, Bexar, and Tarrant counties. It is assumed that affected districts would consider any potential implications for increased local cost or savings prior to executing the authorized contractual arrangements.