Relating to the review of existing boards and commissions under the jurisdiction of the comptroller for continuity and to the repeal of certain committees under the jurisdiction of the comptroller.
Summary
HB 5511 directs the Texas comptroller to review every board, commission, committee, council, group, and task force that is part of, directed by, or administratively attached to the comptroller’s office. The review must assess whether each entity remains necessary and whether it contributes to efficient and effective operations. The comptroller must then report to the legislature by December 1, 2026, identifying entities that no longer appear necessary or useful, and the review authority expires at the end of 2026.
The bill also makes a targeted change to the comptroller’s investment authority by removing a requirement that the comptroller act with advice from an advisory committee when using earnings from a specified account for investment expenses. In addition, it repeals three existing Government Code provisions related to comptroller-controlled committees and related structures, signaling a broader effort to streamline internal governance and eliminate outdated or redundant bodies within the comptroller’s jurisdiction.
Impact
HB 5511 would amend Chapter 403, Government Code, by creating a temporary new subchapter requiring a formal review and legislative report on comptroller-related boards and commissions, and by revising investment-related language in Section 403.1041. It would also repeal Sections 403.028(f), 403.1042, and 403.618, thereby removing statutory references to certain committees or advisory structures under the comptroller’s authority. The practical effect is to give the comptroller a one-time mandate to evaluate and potentially recommend consolidation or elimination of internal entities, while also simplifying decision-making around investment expenses.
Sentiment
The bill appears to be framed as an efficiency and modernization measure, and the available context shows no recorded floor debate or votes, so there is no evidence of organized opposition or support in the provided materials. Its caption and structure suggest a generally administrative, reform-oriented approach focused on streamlining the comptroller’s operations rather than changing substantive tax or revenue policy. The fact that it was left pending in committee indicates it had not advanced to final consideration at the time reflected in the record.
Contention
The main point of potential contention is whether the comptroller should be required to conduct a broad review of all attached boards and commissions and whether some of those entities provide necessary oversight or expertise that should not be eliminated. Another possible issue is the removal of the advisory committee consultation language in the investment provision, which could be viewed as reducing external input or checks on investment-related decisions. Because no committee transcript or vote record is provided, specific supporters or opponents cannot be identified from the available context.
Very Similar
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Relating to certain advisory entities and work groups under the jurisdiction of the comptroller of public accounts or on which the comptroller's office is represented and to the repeal or redesignation of certain of those entities.
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