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Bill would codify adjutant general authority over construction procurement to speed military projects
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Summary
HB 5308 would codify the adjutant general's authority for construction-related procurement to preserve streamlined military construction processes and prevent delays; committee heard the bill and left it pending after hearing from a resource witness from the Texas Military Department.
The Committee on Veteran Affairs considered House Bill 5308, which would codify the adjutant general's authority over construction‑related procurement for the Texas Military Department.
Senator Eckhart explained the bill by saying it seeks to “reinforc[e] the original legislative intent from 02/2007 and correct recent misinterpretations that cause project delays.” He added that the measure “preserves the Texas Military Department's streamlined procurement for timely military construction, protecting readiness and emergency response.” Eckhart also noted the House record vote on the bill was unanimous.
Bridal Stevens of the Texas Military Department attended as a resource witness. The committee opened and closed public testimony on HB 5308 with no public speakers and left the bill pending.
