Committee Summary
Committee Members (7)
- Chairman: State Sen. Joan Huffman (R-Houston)
- Vice-Chairman: State Sen. Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa (D-McAllen)
- Members:
- State Sen. Paul Bettencourt (R-Houston)
- State Sen. Donna Campbell (R-New Braunfels)
- State Sen. Brandon Creighton (R-Conroe)
- State Sen. Pete Flores (R-Pleasanton)
- State Sen. Bob Hall (R-Edgewood)
- State Sen. Kelly Hancock (R-North Richland Hills)
- State Sen. Bryan Hughes (R-Mineola)
- State Sen. Lois Kolkhorst (R-Brenham)
- State Sen. Robert Nichols (R-Jacksonville)
- State Sen. Angela Paxton (R-McKinney)
- State Sen. Charles Perry (R-Lubbock)
- State Sen. Charles Schwertner (R-Georgetown)
- State Sen. Royce West (D-Dallas)
- State Sen. John Whitmire (D-Houston)
- State Sen. Judith Zaffirini (D-Laredo)
Committee Partisan Split
13R – 4D
Committee Efficiency
Legislation Referred to Committee | Legislation Voted Out of Committee | Overall Efficiency |
---|---|---|
217 | 83 | 38.25% |
Number of Committee Meetings: 28
Legislation Status | HBs | HJRs | HCRs | SBs | SJRs | SCRs |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Referred to Committee | 58 | 7 | 0 | 138 | 12 | 2 |
Voted Out of Committee | 35 | 4 | 0 | 39 | 4 | 1 |
Efficiency | 60.34% | 57.14% | – | 28.26% | 33.33% | 50% |
Committee Jurisdiction
The Texas Senate Finance Committee is a powerful body responsible for overseeing the state’s budget and financial operations. Its jurisdiction covers a broad range of areas, including:
- State Budget: The committee is responsible for drafting the state budget, which includes reviewing and making recommendations on all appropriations and expenditures. This involves analyzing financial needs across various sectors, including education, health and human services, and public safety.
- Revenue and Taxation: The committee examines issues related to state revenue, including taxes and other sources of income. It makes recommendations on tax policies and assesses their impact on the state’s financial health.
- Investment of State Funds: The committee reviews investment strategies for state funds managed by entities such as the Teacher Retirement System and the Permanent School Fund. It aims to maximize investment returns while ensuring the prudent management of these funds.
- Agency Technology: The committee assesses technology-related purchases and upgrades within state agencies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and eliminate duplication.
- Performance-Based Contracting: It reviews the use of performance-based contracting in state agencies, particularly in health and human services, to ensure effective use of state resources and improved service delivery.
Committee Contact Information
Capitol Location
Capitol Extension, E1.038
Phone Number
(512) 463-0370