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TX HB4103
Bill
Status
3/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
Joanne Shofner
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the Texas Historical Commission to contract with the municipality of Nacogdoches to assume operation and administration of the Eyes of Father Margil State Historic Site and Trail
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Requires contracts to include provisions for expanding, renovating, managing, and maintaining the site, including construction of a visitor center, as well as preserving artifacts and employing necessary staff
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Creates the Eyes of Father Margil State Historic Site and Trail fund as a fund outside the state treasury, funded by admissions revenue, gift shop sales, and donations
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Allows fund money to be spent without legislative appropriation for administering, operating, preserving, repairing, expanding, or maintaining the historic site
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Takes effect immediately upon two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers, or September 1, 2025, if that threshold is not met
Legislative Description
Relating to operation and management of the Eyes of Father Margil State Historic Site and Trail by the Texas Historical Commission.
State Finances
Last Action
Left pending in committee
5/1/2025