Honorable Joe Straus, Speaker of the House, House of Representatives
FROM:
Ursula Parks, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB1919 by Phillips (Relating to the applicability of certain provisions concerning invasive species.), As Passed 2nd House
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the Parks and Wildlife Code to exempt certain water transfers undertaken by a political subdivision from certain regulations relating to importing, possessing, selling, or placing into public waters potentially harmful fish or shellfish.
Based on information provided by the Parks and Wildlife Department, duties and responsibilities associated with implementing the provisions of the bill could be accomplished utilizing existing resources.
Local Government Impact
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.