Texas § GV.442.101 - AUTHORITY TO CONTRACT
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§ GV.442.101. AUTHORITY TO CONTRACT
AUTHORITY TO CONTRACT. (a) For the purpose of carrying out the powers, duties, and responsibilities of the commission related to historic sites described by Subchapter C, the executive director or the executive director's designee may negotiate, contract, or enter an agreement for: (1) professional services relating to a commission project, including project management, design, bid, and construction administration; and (2) construction, restoration, renovation, or preservation of any building, structure, or landscape. (b) The commission may contract with any appropriate entity, including a for-profit corporation, for services necessary to carry out its responsibilities regarding historic sites described by Subchapter C. (c) Except as authorized by Section 442.0046 , the commission by rule shall adopt policies and procedures consistent with Subchapter A , Chapter 2254 , and other applicable state procurement practices for soliciting and awarding contracts under this section. Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1245 (S.B. 1518 ), Sec. 5, eff. June 17, 2011. Amended by: Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 550 (S.B. 615 ), Sec. 6, eff. September 1, 2013. Acts 2025, 89th Leg., R.S., Ch. 948 (H.B. 4187 ), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2025.
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Section GV.442.101 ("AUTHORITY TO CONTRACT") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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