18. SB 204 Motion to Suspend Regular Order

POSITION
Oppose
Senate Journal Page: 2160

Motion to Suspend the Rules; May 8, 2009 Journal Page 2160: 23 Yeas, 6 Nays


YCT Nay. SB 204 would have prohibited restaurants and other businesses in the state of Texas from using trans-fats in the preparation of their food. The principles of private property rights and personal liberty dictate that businesses and consumers should be free from government intervention to make their own decisions about their consumption and health choices. 

POSITION
Oppose
Vote Breakdown:
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  • Oppose
  • Absent
  • Speaker
  • Chair
  • Absent, Excused
  • Present, not voting
  • Not Applicable
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