During a recent government meeting, representatives from various counties, including Tom Jones, gathered to discuss concerns surrounding House Bill 3697. The primary focus was on the unintended consequences that may arise from the legislation, prompting the Hill Country Alliance to take action.

The Alliance has circulated an email aimed at raising awareness about the challenges posed by the bill and has proposed a collaborative approach to address these issues. They have drafted a policy document and are inviting stakeholders to add their signatures to a letter of support. The deadline for signatures is set for Wednesday, August 28, after which the policy will be updated and circulated for further endorsements.

The discussions highlighted a shared interest among the counties in finding a viable solution to the potential impacts of the bill. One participant, Bobby, expressed concern about the unintended consequences, indicating that there are indeed several issues that need to be addressed. Following this dialogue, a motion was made and seconded to approve the proposed actions by the Hill Country Alliance, signaling a unified effort to tackle the challenges ahead.