HBA-MPM H.B. 2563 77(R)    BILL ANALYSIS


Office of House Bill AnalysisH.B. 2563
By: Dunnam
Business & Industry
3/29/2001
Introduced



BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE 

The high speeds of motor vehicles and numerous miles that vehicles travel
in Texas, as well as the state's diverse road conditions, necessitate that
every effort should be made to ensure safety.  Many operators of gas
stations impose a charge for the use of compressed air and water for the
purpose of automobile maintenance.  The added charge for air and water may
deter some motorists from ensuring that a vehicle maintains proper tire
pressure and adequate water in a vehicle's radiator.  House Bill 2563
requires a person who operates a gas station to provide water and air to
motorists at no additional charge. 

RULEMAKING AUTHORITY

It is the opinion of the Office of House Bill Analysis that this bill does
not expressly delegate any additional rulemaking authority to a state
officer, department, agency, or institution. 

ANALYSIS

House Bill 2563 amends law to require a person who operates a facility that
offers motor vehicle fuel for sale to the public to offer air and water for
motor vehicles at no charge.  A person who violates this provision commits
a Class C misdemeanor. 

EFFECTIVE DATE

September 1, 2001.