Bill would charge state car users for personal trips in Texas
A Texas House committee approved a bill requiring government employees who drive state owned cars to reimburse taxpayers for personal use. The measure excludes law enforcement on emergencies and demands mileage logs to track personal use while noting take home cars serve to cut response time. About 1,300 employees across 95 agencies are listed as users, but totals vary by agency.
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Texas House budget aims at 2010 11 with 3 billion plan
The 150 member Texas House approves a 3 billion plan to cover higher costs in the remaining 2009 fiscal year, including Hurricane Ike expenses and rising Medicaid costs. It restores the Governor’s Mansion after arson damage. No Rainy Day Fund draws. federal stimulus aided gap closure and 5 percent overall spending rise. The proposal adds amendments, grants a 1000 dollar bonus to state workers and teachers, and funds TEXAS Grants.
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