HB 1312
88-0 (2023)
Author: Vasut, Cody | et. al.
Relating to meetings of the board of directors of a municipal utility district.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
| Open Meetings | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1525
88-0 (2023)
Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
Relating to the Lavaca-Navidad River Authority, following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering terms of the board of directors; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| Governor | LAVACA-NAVIDAD RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 1535
88-0 (2023)
Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the San Antonio River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering the terms of office of the members of the board of directors of the authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
See remarks for effective date
| SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 1540
88-0 (2023)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.Sponsor: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the San Jacinto River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Governor | SAN JACINTO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 1555
88-0 (2023)
Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the Upper Guadalupe River Authority, following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering terms of the board of directors; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Governor | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset--Commission Bills | Sunset—Required Reviews | UPPER GUADALUPE RIVER AUTHORITY
HB 1637
88-0 (2023)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to civil liability of irrigation districts for the recreational use of district land.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | IRRIGATION & IRRIGATORS | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1646
88-0 (2023)
Author: King, TracySponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the use of water withdrawn from the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1699
88-0 (2023)
Author: King, TracySponsor: Flores, Pete
Relating to the authority of the Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District to impose certain fees.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| EVERGREEN UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1793
88-0 (2023)
Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.Sponsor: Sparks, Kevin
Relating to the qualifications for serving as a member of the board of directors of a municipal utility district.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Vote taken in committee
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1916
88-0 (2023)
Author: Holland, JustinSponsor: Hall, Bob
Relating to approval of subdivision plats, improvement projects, and certain special districts by certain counties.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Vote taken in committee
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1970
88-0 (2023)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to the powers of the Harris County Water Control and Improvement District No. 110; providing authority to impose a fee and impose fines and penalties.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| HARRIS COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 110 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1971
88-0 (2023)
Author: Ashby, TrentSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the procedures for acting on a permit or permit amendment application by a groundwater conservation district and the disqualification of board members of groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2443
88-0 (2023)
Author: Harris, Cody | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the authority of certain persons to petition a groundwater conservation district to change certain rules.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2508
88-0 (2023)
Author: Jetton, JaceySponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the disbursement of money by a levee improvement district.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2630
88-0 (2023)
Author: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Relating to eligibility to serve as a member of the board of directors of the West Central Texas Municipal Water District.
House: Natural Resources
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WEST CENTRAL TEXAS MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
HB 2667
88-0 (2023)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the property tax rate imposed by a municipal utility district.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection | Taxation--Property-Tax Rate
HB 2783
88-0 (2023)
Author: Holland, Justin
Relating to reporting of the names of the directors of water supply or sewer service corporations; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 2784
88-0 (2023)
Author: Holland, Justin
Relating to the issuance of certain bonds by municipal utility districts.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2815
88-0 (2023)
Author: Jetton, Jacey | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the powers, authorities, duties, and responsibilities of certain conservation and reclamation districts and to notice a person who proposes to sell or convey real property located in any of certain conservation and reclamation districts must provide to a prospective purchaser of that property.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| City Government--Land Use & Zoning | County Government--Land Use & Zoning | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Real Property | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2816
88-0 (2023)
Author: Jetton, JaceySponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to notice provided to purchasers of property and information filed with the county clerk by certain special districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/23
| INTERNET | Property Interests--Real Property | PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2819
88-0 (2023)
Author: Clardy, Travis
Relating to the transfer of the ownership rights of the City of Nacogdoches in the Central Heights Water System to the Angelina and Neches River Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| ANGELINA & NECHES RIVER AUTHORITY | City Government--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | NACOGDOCHES, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2830
88-0 (2023)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to nonirrigable land in irrigation districts.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Agriculture | IRRIGATION & IRRIGATORS | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2900
88-0 (2023)
Author: Leo Wilson, Terri | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the powers, duties, and use of funds of the Trinity Bay Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| CHAMBERS COUNTY | JEFFERSON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRINITY BAY CONSERVATION DISTRICT | TRINITY BAY SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT
HB 2912
88-0 (2023)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the election of the board of directors of the San Jacinto River Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| Elections--General | SAN JACINTO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2913
88-0 (2023)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to recommendations for the appointment of directors of the San Jacinto River Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| SAN JACINTO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2914
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hefner, Cole
Relating to the term of office for a director of the Northeast Texas Municipal Water District.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| AVINGER, CITY OF | DAINGERFIELD, CITY OF | HUGHES SPRINGS, CITY OF | JEFFERSON, CITY OF | LONE STAR, CITY OF | NORTHEAST TEXAS MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT | ORE CITY, CITY OF | PITTSBURG, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3007
88-0 (2023)
Author: Goldman, CraigSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the authority of the Benbrook Water Authority to issue bonds.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| BENBROOK WATER AUTHORITY | BONDS | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3225
88-0 (2023)
Author: Tepper, Carl
Relating to the recording of open meetings held by certain water districts.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| INTERNET | Open Meetings | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3278
88-0 (2023)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Blanco, César
Relating to the joint planning of desired future conditions in groundwater management areas.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--Development
HB 3301
88-0 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the dissolution of the Green Tree Park Municipal Utility District.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
See remarks for effective date
| GREEN TREE PARK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3314
88-0 (2023)
Author: Gerdes, Stan
Relating to a mitigation program and fees for the Lost Pines Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| LOST PINES GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3437
88-0 (2023)
Author: Holland, JustinSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the authority to approve change orders for certain contracts for the construction, repair, and renovation of water district facilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Purchasing--Local | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3469
88-0 (2023)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to the disposition of certain property by the former Bois D'Arc Island Levee Improvement District of Dallas and Kaufman Counties and the record of dissolution of that district.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
See remarks for effective date
| BOIS D'ARC ISLAND LEVEE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT | DALLAS COUNTY | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | KAUFMAN COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3507
88-0 (2023)
Author: Holland, JustinSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to contracts for the construction, repair, and renovation of certain conservation and reclamation district facilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Purchasing--Local | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3514
88-0 (2023)
Author: Burns, DeWayneSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the authority of a municipality to annex property in certain water districts.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/23
| City Government--Annexation | GLEN ROSE, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3669
88-0 (2023)
Author: Rogers, Glenn
Relating to the governmental immunity of certain conservation and reclamation districts with respect to proceedings to exercise the power of eminent domain over real property interests of the districts.
House: Land & Resource Management
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Property Interests--Eminent Domain | Property Interests--Real Property | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 3811
88-0 (2023)
Author: Jetton, Jacey | et. al.
Relating to meetings held by certain conservation and reclamation districts.
House: Natural Resources
Received from the House
| Open Meetings | Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | VIDEOCONFERENCING
HB 3820
88-0 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the authority of the Harris-Galveston Subsidence District over the North Harris County Regional Water Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| HARRIS-GALVESTON SUBSIDENCE DISTRICT | NORTH HARRIS COUNTY REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3881
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bell, Keith
Relating to board of directors meeting locations of certain rural area water districts.
House: Natural Resources
Received from the House
| RURAL | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Taxation--Property-Tax Rate | TELECONFERENCING | VIDEOCONFERENCING
HB 3893
88-0 (2023)
Author: Paul, Dennis
Relating to meetings of the board of directors of the Gulf Coast Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Received from the House
| GULF COAST AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TELECONFERENCING | VIDEOCONFERENCING
HB 4002
88-0 (2023)
Author: Goldman, Craig
Relating to water control and improvement district customers of certain electric cooperatives.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 4182
88-0 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the authorization of disbursements by the board of directors of the North Harris County Regional Water Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| NORTH HARRIS COUNTY REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4184
88-0 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the removal from office of a member of the board of directors of certain special purpose districts.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 4276
88-0 (2023)
Author: Goldman, Craig
Relating to the amendment of a certificate of convenience and necessity to provide electricity service to certain water control and improvement districts.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | Utilities--Electric
HB 4307
88-0 (2023)
Author: Gerdes, Stan
Relating to the creation of the Maxwell Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| MAXWELL MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4471
88-0 (2023)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the issuance by certain conservation and reclamation districts of bonds for the development and maintenance of recreational facilities.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Laid on the table subject to call
| EL PASO COUNTY | Parks & Wildlife--General | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4493
88-0 (2023)
Author: Harris, Caroline
Relating to the creation of political subdivisions in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of certain municipalities.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
| City Government--Annexation | Political Subdivisions | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4532
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to the consideration of modeled sustained groundwater pumping in the adoption of desired future conditions in groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| IRRIGATION & IRRIGATORS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4704
88-0 (2023)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to taxing authority of Jackson County County-Wide Drainage District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| JACKSON COUNTY COUNTY-WIDE DRAINAGE DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4806
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to the authority of certain special purpose districts to impose impact fees in certain areas.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 4924
88-0 (2023)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the powers of the Hidalgo County Drainage District Number 1; authorizing the issuance of bonds.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| HIDALGO COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT NUMBER 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4943
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, Stan
Relating to the election of directors in certain special utility districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4993
88-0 (2023)
Author: Paul, Dennis
Relating to the authority of a development corporation created by the Gulf Coast Authority to finance certain projects.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS | GULF COAST AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5052
88-0 (2023)
Author: Gerdes, Stan
Relating to the criteria considered by groundwater conservation districts before granting or denying a permit.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5303
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kuempel, JohnSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation of the Springs Hill Special Utility District; authorizing a fee; granting the power of eminent domain.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/23
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | SPRINGS HILL SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT
HB 5304
88-0 (2023)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the creation of the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 46; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILLIAMSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 46
HB 5305
88-0 (2023)
Author: Holland, Justin
Relating to the dissolution of the Rockwall County Municipal Utility District No. 10.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
| ROCKWALL COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 10 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5306
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 225; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| Elections--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 225 | Property Interests--Eminent Domain | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5307
88-0 (2023)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 228; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/23
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 228 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5308
88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the dissolution of the McMullen County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1.
House: Natural Resources
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
| MCMULLEN COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 5310
88-0 (2023)
Author: Cook, DavidSponsor: King, Phil
Relating to the creation of the Tarrant County Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| BONDS | Elections--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TARRANT COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2
HB 5312
88-0 (2023)
Author: Gates, GarySponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 147; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 147 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5313
88-0 (2023)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to receivership of the Agua Special Utility District and requirements for candidates for the board of directors of the Agua Special Utility District.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| AGUA SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT | ATTORNEY GENERAL | Courts--General | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 5314
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, StanSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 56; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 56
HB 5315
88-0 (2023)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 219; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 219 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5316
88-0 (2023)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 235; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 235 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5317
88-0 (2023)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to the creation of the Atascosa County Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| ATASCOSA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5318
88-0 (2023)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Water Control and Improvement District No. 6; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 6 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 5320
88-0 (2023)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 227; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 227 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5322
88-0 (2023)
Author: Gerdes, StanSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the administration, powers, territory, and financing of the Garfield Municipal Utility District No. 1.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| GARFIELD MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5323
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bailes, Ernest
Relating to the creation of the Liberty County Municipal Utility District No. 12; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| LIBERTY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 12 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5324
88-0 (2023)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 216; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 216 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5325
88-0 (2023)
Author: Gates, GarySponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the boundaries of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 144.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 144 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5326
88-0 (2023)
Author: Gates, GarySponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Orchard Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ORCHARD MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5327
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the creation of the Guadalupe County Municipal Utility District No. 8; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GUADALUPE COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 8 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5329
88-0 (2023)
Author: Gates, GarySponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 262; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 262 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5332
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bailes, ErnestSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 229; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Vetoed by the Governor
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 229 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5333
88-0 (2023)
Author: Gates, GarySponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the creation of Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 252; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 252 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5334
88-0 (2023)
Author: Harless, SamSponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the creation of the Cypress Creek Drainage Improvement District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| CYPRESS CREEK DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5335
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, Stan
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 264; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 264 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5337
88-0 (2023)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 204; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 204 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5338
88-0 (2023)
Author: Paul, Dennis | et. al.
Relating to the Harris County Flood Control District and the transfer to it of the assets, programs, and facilities of the Harris County Toll Road Authority; providing for the appointment of the governing body.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| Governor | GULF COAST RESILIENCY DISTRICT | HARRIS COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TOLL ROADS & TOLL BRIDGES
HB 5339
88-0 (2023)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 223; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 223 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5340
88-0 (2023)
Author: Smith, ReggieSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the North Grayson County Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/23
| NORTH GRAYSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5341
88-0 (2023)
Author: Cunningham, Charles
Relating to the creation of the Lake Houston Dredging and Maintenance District; providing the authority to issue bonds.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| LAKE HOUSTON DREDGING & MAINTENANCE DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5343
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, StanSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the creation of the Wharton County Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WHARTON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1
HB 5344
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the eligibility of certain retired firefighters, police officers, and emergency medical services providers to purchase continued health benefits coverage; the creation of certain special purpose districts and the name, powers, and duties of the 3 B&J Municipal Utility District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
See remarks for effective date
| 3 B&J MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | DEER CREEK RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | DENTON COUNTY MUNICIPAL MANAGEMENT DISTRICT NO. 2 | JARRELL ESTATES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 236 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILLIAMSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 49 | WILLIAMSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 51
HB 5345
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 237; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 237 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5347
88-0 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 597; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 597 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5348
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, StanSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 49; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 49
HB 5349
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, StanSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Austin County Municipal Utility District No. 4; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| AUSTIN COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5350
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, StanSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 48; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 48
HB 5353
88-0 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 594; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 594 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5354
88-0 (2023)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the creation of the Firefly Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| FIREFLY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5357
88-0 (2023)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Flores, Pete
Relating to the creation of the Liberty Hill Municipal Utility District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| LIBERTY HILL MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5358
88-0 (2023)
Author: Rogers, Glenn | et. al.Sponsor: King, Phil
Relating to the creation of the Ranger Ridge Municipal Utility District of Palo Pinto County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Vetoed by the Governor
| RANGER RIDGE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF PALO PINTO COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5360
88-0 (2023)
Author: Shine, HughSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Deer Creek Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Vetoed by the Governor
| DEER CREEK RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5362
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, StanSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 57; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 57
HB 5364
88-0 (2023)
Author: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to the eminent domain authority of the Crosby Municipal Utility District.
House: Land & Resource Management
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| CROSBY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5365
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, StanSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Austin County Municipal Utility District No. 3; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| AUSTIN COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5366
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kacal, KyleSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Grimes County Municipal Utility District No. 3; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Vetoed by the Governor
| GRIMES COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5367
88-0 (2023)
Author: Buckley, BradSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the creation of the Solana Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| SOLANA RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5368
88-0 (2023)
Author: Gerdes, Stan
Relating to the Open R Fresh Water Supply District of Caldwell County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| OPEN R FRESH WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT OF CALDWELL COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5369
88-0 (2023)
Author: Gerdes, StanSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the creation of the Sandow Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| SANDOW MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5374
88-0 (2023)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 226; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 226 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5377
88-0 (2023)
Author: Smith, ReggieSponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the creation of the Fannin Farms Municipal Utility District of Fannin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| FANNIN FARMS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF FANNIN COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5379
88-0 (2023)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the creation of the Williamson and Bell Counties Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILLIAMSON AND BELL COUNTIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1
HB 5380
88-0 (2023)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the creation of the Theon Ranches Municipal Utility District No. 3; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | THEON RANCHES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3
HB 5381
88-0 (2023)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the creation of the Theon Ranches Municipal Utility District No. 4; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | THEON RANCHES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4
HB 5382
88-0 (2023)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the creation of the Jarrell Estates Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| JARRELL ESTATES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5383
88-0 (2023)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the creation of the River Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| RIVER RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5384
88-0 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris-Waller Counties Municipal Utility District No. 9; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| HARRIS-WALLER COUNTIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 9 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5385
88-0 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 582; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 582 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5386
88-0 (2023)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 589; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 589 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5387
88-0 (2023)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to the election, terms, and resignation of the board of commissioners of the Brazoria Drainage District No. 4.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| BRAZORIA DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 4 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5388
88-0 (2023)
Author: Gerdes, Stan
Relating to the creation of the Martindale Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Caldwell County, Texas; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| MARTINDALE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF CALDWELL COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5389
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris-Waller Counties Municipal Utility District No. 8; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| HARRIS-WALLER COUNTIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 8 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5390
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, StanSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 52; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 52
HB 5391
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 218; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 218 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5392
88-0 (2023)
Author: Smith, ReggieSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Highland Park Municipal Utility District of Grayson County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/23
| HIGHLAND PARK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF GRAYSON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5393
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, StanSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 55; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 55
HB 5395
88-0 (2023)
Author: Lalani, SulemanSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Water Control and Improvement District No. 11; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 11 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 5396
88-0 (2023)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the powers and duties of the Stanley Lake Municipal Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | STANLEY LAKE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
HB 5397
88-0 (2023)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the name, powers, and duties of the 3 B&J Municipal Utility District.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| 3 B&J MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILLIAMSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 51
HB 5401
88-0 (2023)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the creation of the Webb County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to impose fees.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WEBB COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
HB 5402
88-0 (2023)
Author: Flores, LuluSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 27; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 27
HB 5404
88-0 (2023)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the creation of the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 49; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILLIAMSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 49
HB 5406
88-0 (2023)
Author: Rogers, Glenn
Relating to the creation of the Cross Timbers Regional Utility Authority; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments and fees.
House: Natural Resources
Received from the House
| CROSS TIMBERS REGIONAL UTILITY AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5407
88-0 (2023)
Author: Smith, ReggieSponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the creation of the Blanton Creek Estates Municipal Utility District of Fannin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| BLANTON CREEK ESTATES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF FANNIN COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5408
88-0 (2023)
Author: Buckley, Brad
Relating to the creation of the Knob Creek Municipal Utility District of Bell County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
| KNOB CREEK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF BELL COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5410
88-0 (2023)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the Rio Grande Regional Water Authority; affecting the qualifications of a member of the board of directors of the authority.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| LOWER RIO GRANDE REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY | RIO GRANDE REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5411
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, StanSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the board of directors and powers and duties of the Twinwood Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TWINWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1
HB 5412
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, StanSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the powers and duties of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 3.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3
HB 5413
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kitzman, StanSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the powers and duties of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 2.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2
HB 5414
88-0 (2023)
Author: Spiller, DavidSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Mountain Springs Municipal Utility District of Cooke County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/23
| MOUNTAIN SPRINGS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF COOKE COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5415
88-0 (2023)
Author: Spiller, DavidSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Elm Fork Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Cooke County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/23
| ELM FORK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF COOKE COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 5416
88-0 (2023)
Author: Smith, Reggie
Relating to the creation of the Briar Branch Estates Municipal Utility District of Hunt County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
| BRIAR BRANCH ESTATES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF HUNT COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HR 2470
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 5344.
Reported enrolled
| Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 156
88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the regulation and management of the use of groundwater and regulation of groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 322
88-0 (2023)
Author: Huffman, JoanSponsor: Morrison, Geanie W.
Relating to the compensation of members of the seawall commission in Matagorda County.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/23
| City Government--General | Coastal Affairs & Beaches | County Government--General | MATAGORDA COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 887
88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Gerdes, Stan
Relating to the creation of the Maxwell Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MAXWELL MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 917
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to meetings of the board of directors of a municipal utility district.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
| Open Meetings | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 938
88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, CésarSponsor: Moody, Joe
Relating to the issuance by certain conservation and reclamation districts of bonds for the development and maintenance of recreational facilities.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on adoption of const. amendment
| EL PASO COUNTY | Parks & Wildlife--General | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 962
88-0 (2023)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the effect of a change in the boundaries of the single-member districts from which the members of the board of directors of the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District are elected.
Filed
| HAYS TRINITY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1056
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Canales, Terry
Relating to the directors and administration of the Hidalgo County Water Improvement District No. 3.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| HIDALGO COUNTY WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 3 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 1085
88-0 (2023)
Author: Flores, Pete
Relating to the authority of the Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District to impose certain fees.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| EVERGREEN UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1088
88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Relating to eligibility to serve as a member of the board of directors of the West Central Texas Municipal Water District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WEST CENTRAL TEXAS MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
SB 1121
88-0 (2023)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the transfer of the ownership rights of the City of Nacogdoches in the Central Heights Water System to the Angelina and Neches River Authority.
Filed
| ANGELINA & NECHES RIVER AUTHORITY | City Government--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | NACOGDOCHES, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1188
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to receivership of the Agua Special Utility District and requirements for directors of the Agua Special Utility District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/23
| AGUA SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT | ATTORNEY GENERAL | Courts--General | Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 1226
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Hefner, Cole
Relating to the term of office for a director of the Northeast Texas Municipal Water District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| AVINGER, CITY OF | DAINGERFIELD, CITY OF | HUGHES SPRINGS, CITY OF | JEFFERSON, CITY OF | LONE STAR, CITY OF | NORTHEAST TEXAS MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT | ORE CITY, CITY OF | PITTSBURG, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1250
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to the powers of the Harris County Water Control and Improvement District No. 110; providing authority to impose a fee and impose fines and penalties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 110 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1305
88-0 (2023)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Clardy, Travis
Relating to the transfer of the ownership rights of the City of Nacogdoches in the Central Heights Water System to the Angelina and Neches River Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ANGELINA & NECHES RIVER AUTHORITY | City Government--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | NACOGDOCHES, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1569
88-0 (2023)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the review of the creation of certain proposed municipal utility districts by county commissioners courts.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| County Government--Employees/Officers | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1830
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the dissolution of certain water districts located in urban areas.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| City Government--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1990
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the procedure for selecting a provider of professional services by certain water districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Referred to Natural Resources
| Purchasing--Local | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1991
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the authorization of disbursements by the board of directors of the North Harris County Regional Water Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/23
| NORTH HARRIS COUNTY REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2052
88-0 (2023)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Ashby, Trent
Relating to permit fees for groundwater wells imposed by the Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
| SOUTHEAST TEXAS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2213
88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to establishing and funding a grant program to plug leaking water wells in certain counties.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 2336
88-0 (2023)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to meetings of the board of directors of the Gulf Coast Authority.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| GULF COAST AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TELECONFERENCING | VIDEOCONFERENCING
SB 2370
88-0 (2023)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Kuempel, John
Relating to the division of certain emergency services districts.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| COMAL COUNTY WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 3 | County Government--Employees/Officers | Elections--General | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | Taxation--General
SB 2397
88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the consideration of modeled sustained groundwater pumping in the adoption of desired future conditions in groundwater conservation districts.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Co-author authorized
| IRRIGATION & IRRIGATORS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2431
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the Harris County Flood Control District; providing for the appointment of the governing body.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| GULF COAST RESILIENCY DISTRICT | HARRIS COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2522
88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the notice given to purchasers of property within certain water districts.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| INTERNET | Property Interests--Real Property | PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2540
88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the consideration of modeled sustained groundwater pumping in the adoption of desired future conditions in groundwater conservation districts.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| IRRIGATION & IRRIGATORS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2566
88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the dissolution of the McMullen County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MCMULLEN COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 2569
88-0 (2023)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to taxing authority of Jackson County County-Wide Drainage District.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| JACKSON COUNTY COUNTY-WIDE DRAINAGE DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2570
88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation of the Webb County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to impose fees.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Referred to Natural Resources
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WEBB COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
SB 2571
88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 225; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Elections--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 225 | Property Interests--Eminent Domain | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2572
88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 229; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Referred to Land & Resource Management
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 229 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2574
88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 228; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Referred to Land & Resource Management
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 228 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2575
88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation of the Springs Hill Special Utility District; authorizing a fee; granting the power of eminent domain.
Senate: Local Government
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | SPRINGS HILL SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT
SB 2576
88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Gerdes, Stan
Relating to the Open R Fresh Water Supply District of Caldwell County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| OPEN R FRESH WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT OF CALDWELL COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2577
88-0 (2023)
Author: Flores, PeteSponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the creation of the Atascosa County Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ATASCOSA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2578
88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to the Upper Guadalupe River Authority, following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering terms of the board of directors; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Governor | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset--Commission Bills | Sunset—Required Reviews | UPPER GUADALUPE RIVER AUTHORITY
SB 2579
88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Kuempel, John
Relating to the creation of the Guadalupe County Municipal Utility District No. 8; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GUADALUPE COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 8 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2580
88-0 (2023)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Bailes, Ernest
Relating to the creation of the Liberty County Municipal Utility District No. 12; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| LIBERTY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 12 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2582
88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to the San Antonio River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering the terms of office of the members of the board of directors of the authority.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 2583
88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to the eminent domain authority of the Crosby Municipal Utility District.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| CROSBY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2584
88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 219; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Referred to Land & Resource Management
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 219 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2585
88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 235; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Referred to Land & Resource Management
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 235 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2586
88-0 (2023)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to the San Jacinto River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Natural Resources
| Governor | SAN JACINTO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 2587
88-0 (2023)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the creation of Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 252; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 252 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2588
88-0 (2023)
Author: Huffman, JoanSponsor: Kitzman, Stan
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 264; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 264 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2592
88-0 (2023)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.Sponsor: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
Relating to the Lavaca-Navidad River Authority, following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering terms of the board of directors; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Governor | LAVACA-NAVIDAD RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 2595
88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 204; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 204 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2596
88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 236; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 236 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2597
88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 237; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Vetoed by the Governor
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 237 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2599
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 594; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 594 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2600
88-0 (2023)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the creation of the Firefly Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| FIREFLY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | MONTGOMERY COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2602
88-0 (2023)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the creation of the Sandow Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| SANDOW MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2603
88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 216; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective on 1/1/24
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 216 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2604
88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, BorrisSponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 589; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Vetoed by the Governor
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 589 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2605
88-0 (2023)
Author: Flores, PeteSponsor: Buckley, Brad
Relating to the creation of the Knob Creek Municipal Utility District of Bell County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Vetoed by the Governor
| KNOB CREEK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF BELL COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2608
88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation of the Martindale Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Caldwell County, Texas; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MARTINDALE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF CALDWELL COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2609
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the creation of the Fannin Farms Municipal Utility District of Fannin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| FANNIN FARMS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF FANNIN COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2616
88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Flores, Lulu
Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 27; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Vetoed by the Governor
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 27
SB 2617
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the Rio Grande Regional Water Authority; affecting the qualifications of a member of the board of directors of the authority.
Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| LOWER RIO GRANDE REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY | RIO GRANDE REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2619
88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the powers and duties of the Stanley Lake Municipal Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | STANLEY LAKE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
SB 2621
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the creation of the Briar Branch Estates Municipal Utility District of Hunt County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| BRIAR BRANCH ESTATES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF HUNT COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2622
88-0 (2023)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Elm Fork Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Cooke County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ELM FORK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF COOKE COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2624
88-0 (2023)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the Mustang Ridge Municipal Utility District, the Wildwood Municipal Utility District, the Creedmoor Municipal Utility District, and the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 40; granting limited powers of eminent domain.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| CREEDMOOR MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | MUSTANG RIDGE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Property Interests--Eminent Domain | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILDWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | WILLIAMSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 40
SB 2625
88-0 (2023)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Highland Park Municipal Utility District of Grayson County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| HIGHLAND PARK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF GRAYSON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2626
88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the creation of the Blanton Creek Estates Municipal Utility District of Fannin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| BLANTON CREEK ESTATES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF FANNIN COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2629
88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the authority of the Roman Forest Public Utility District No. 4 for road projects; providing authority to issue bonds.
Senate: Local Government
Committee report printed and distributed
| ROMAN FOREST PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2630
88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the validation of certain acts of the Austin County Municipal Utility District No. 1.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| AUSTIN COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2631
88-0 (2023)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Mountain Springs Municipal Utility District of Cooke County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| MOUNTAIN SPRINGS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF COOKE COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SR 710
88-0 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 5344.
Reported enrolled
| Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 21
88-1 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 27; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Transmitted to the Governor
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 27
SB 10
88-2 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 27; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Transmitted to the Governor
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 27
HB 204
88-3 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the inclusion of a water conservation plan in a petition filed with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality requesting the creation of a municipal utility district.
Filed
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 205
88-3 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the consideration by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of alternative waste collection, treatment, and disposal options before issuing permits to discharge certain waste.
Filed
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 17
88-3 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 27; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Transmitted to the Governor
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 27
SB 60
88-3 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the notice and petition for the creation of a municipal utility district in certain counties.
Filed
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 41
88-4 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 27; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Filed
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 27
HB 666
87-0 (2021)
Author: Harris, Cody
Relating to the regulation of groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 668
87-0 (2021)
Author: Harris, Cody
Relating to the regulation of groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1154
87-0 (2021)
Author: Jetton, Jacey | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the requirements for meetings held and Internet websites developed by certain special purpose districts.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
| INTERNET | Political Subdivisions | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1473
87-0 (2021)
Author: Gates, Gary
Relating to the requirements for meetings held and Internet websites developed by certain special purpose districts.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| INTERNET | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1570
87-0 (2021)
Author: Paddie, ChrisSponsor: Hall, Bob
Relating to the Brazos River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
| BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset--Commission Bills | Sunset—Required Reviews
HB 1606
87-0 (2021)
Author: Talarico, JamesSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, and removal of dams by the Upper Brushy Creek Water Control and Improvement District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | UPPER BRUSHY CREEK WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
HB 1715
87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckley, Brad | et. al.
Relating to provision of broadband infrastructure and connectivity by the Lower Colorado River Authority.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
| BROADBAND NETWORKS | LOWER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1718
87-0 (2021)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the equalization of the rates of production fees charged on certain wells by the Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District; authorizing an increase in the rate of the fee.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| BARTON SPRINGS-EDWARDS AQUIFER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1796
87-0 (2021)
Author: Harris, Cody
Relating to the division of and assumption of road district authority by fresh water supply districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1889
87-0 (2021)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the sale of bonds by certain special purpose districts.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| BONDS | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2083
87-0 (2021)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the general manager of the Upper Colorado River Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
| Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | UPPER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY
HB 2094
87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez, ArmandoSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the right to remove property encroaching on areas owned or controlled by the Hidalgo County Drainage District Number 1.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
| HIDALGO COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT NUMBER 1 | Property Interests--Real Property | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2095
87-0 (2021)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to water research conducted by The University of Texas Bureau of Economic Geology.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN BUREAU OF ECONOMIC GEOLOGY | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 2235
87-0 (2021)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the creation of the 7S Ranch Municipal Utility District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| 7S RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | BONDS | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2390
87-0 (2021)
Author: Paul, DennisSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the authority of a development corporation created by the Gulf Coast Authority to finance certain projects.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS | GULF COAST AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2525
87-0 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Lake Houston Dredging and Maintenance District; providing the authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments and fees.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| LAKE HOUSTON DREDGING & MAINTENANCE DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2833
87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 83; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 83 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2835
87-0 (2021)
Author: King, PhilSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the powers and duties of the Morningstar Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MORNING STAR RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | PARKER COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2851
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the consideration of modeled sustained groundwater pumping in the adoption of desired future conditions in groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2863
87-0 (2021)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the storage and recovery of water in a portion of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ALLIANCE REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY | BUDA, CITY OF | CANYON REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY | EDWARDS AQUIFER | KYLE, CITY OF | SAN MARCOS, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3006
87-0 (2021)
Author: Middleton, MayesSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Trinity Bay Special Utility District and the powers and duties of the Trinity Bay Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments or fees.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Motion withdrawn
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRINITY BAY CONSERVATION DISTRICT | TRINITY BAY SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT
HB 3116
87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to recommendations for the appointment of directors of the San Jacinto River Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| SAN JACINTO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3140
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris-Waller Counties Municipal Utility District No. 7; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| HARRIS-WALLER COUNTIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 5 | HARRIS-WALLER COUNTIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 7 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3402
87-0 (2021)
Author: VanDeaver, GarySponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the powers and duties of the Franklin County Water District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Not again placed on intent calendar
| FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3436
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 40; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 40
HB 3438
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 9A; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 9A
HB 3530
87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, JoeSponsor: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain local laws concerning water and wastewater special districts, including a conforming amendment.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Administration
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| AUDITOR, STATE | CALHOUN COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 | DENTON COUNTY LEVEE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 OF DENTON & DALLAS COUNTIES, TEXAS | Governor | NUECES RIVER AUTHORITY | RED RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS | SEBASTIAN MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | Statutory Revision
HB 3619
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bowers, Rhetta
Relating to the criteria considered by groundwater conservation districts before granting or denying a permit.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3802
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to requirements for public drinking water supply systems and certain rates and fees charged by water supply corporations.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 4029
87-0 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the division of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 152.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 152 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4285
87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Relating to information about candidate filings held by fresh water supply districts.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Elections--Candidates | Electronic Information Systems | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4287
87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Relating to information about elections held by fresh water supply districts.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Elections--Candidates | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4288
87-0 (2021)
Author: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to a required period for a municipality or water district to begin construction on certain projects.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| City Government--Utilities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Taxation--General | Utilities--General | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER & SEWER SERVICE
HB 4451
87-0 (2021)
Author: Gates, Gary
Relating to the consolidation of municipal utility districts.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4454
87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the powers and duties of the Willacy County Drainage District No. 2.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILLACY COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 2
HB 4540
87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the creation of the Hillcrest North Municipal Utility District of Wise County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| HILLCREST NORTH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF WISE COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4570
87-0 (2021)
Author: Shine, Hugh
Relating to the creation of the River Farm Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Bell County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RIVER FARM MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF BELL COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4574
87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the effect of municipal annexation of territory in the Roman Forest Public Utility District No. 3.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| City Government--Annexation | ROMAN FOREST PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3 | ROMAN FOREST, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4575
87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the election of the board of directors of the San Jacinto River Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| Elections--Candidates | SAN JACINTO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4578
87-0 (2021)
Author: Rogers, GlennSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Lakeview Point Municipal Utility District of Palo Pinto County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| LAKEVIEW POINT MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF PALO PINTO COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4580
87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 202; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
| CONROE, CITY OF | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 202 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4581
87-0 (2021)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 82; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 82 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4582
87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 79; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 79 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4583
87-0 (2021)
Author: Stephenson, PhilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 232; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Committee report printed and distributed
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 232 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4585
87-0 (2021)
Author: Goodwin, VikkiSponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the election of members of the board of directors of the Travis County Water Control and Improvement District No. 17.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | TRAVIS COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 17
HB 4586
87-0 (2021)
Author: Smith, Reggie
Relating to the creation of the Grayson County Municipal Utility District No. 8; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GRAYSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 8 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4587
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 200; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 200 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4588
87-0 (2021)
Author: Jetton, JaceySponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 251; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 251 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4589
87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, ScottSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the LC Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Collin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LC MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF COLLIN COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4591
87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, ScottSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Blue Meadow Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Collin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| BLUE MEADOW MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF COLLIN COUNTY | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4592
87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Water Control and Improvement District No. 164; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HARRIS COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 164 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 4593
87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 581; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 581 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4594
87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 576; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 576 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4596
87-0 (2021)
Author: Smith, Reggie
Relating to the creation of the Heritage Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Grayson County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| HERITAGE RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF GRAYSON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4598
87-0 (2021)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 80; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 80 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4600
87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 207; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 207 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4601
87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 183; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 183 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4602
87-0 (2021)
Author: Stucky, Lynn
Relating to the creation of the Rocky Top Ranch Municipal Utility District of Denton County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| ROCKY TOP RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF DENTON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4606
87-0 (2021)
Author: Vasut, CodySponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 10 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 4609
87-0 (2021)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the creation of the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 40; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILLIAMSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 40
HB 4610
87-0 (2021)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the division of the CLL Municipal Utility District No. 1 and districts created by the division of the CLL Municipal Utility District No. 1.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
| CLL MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4611
87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 206; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 206 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4613
87-0 (2021)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 579; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 579 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4614
87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, EdSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the authority of the Brazoria Drainage District Number Four to impose a maintenance tax and the validation of certain acts of the Brazoria Drainage District Number Four.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
| BRAZORIA DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 4 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4615
87-0 (2021)
Author: Gates, GarySponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 249; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 249 | FULSHEAR, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4616
87-0 (2021)
Author: Gates, GarySponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 246; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 246 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4617
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bell, Keith | et. al.Sponsor: Hall, Bob
Relating to the qualifications and method of electing directors of the High Point Special Utility District of Kaufman and Rockwall Counties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
| HIGH POINT SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF KAUFMAN & ROCKWALL COUNTIES | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4620
87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to procedures for the dissolution of the Hidalgo County Water Improvement District No. 3.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| HIDALGO COUNTY WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 3 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4621
87-0 (2021)
Author: Herrero, AbelSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the number, terms, and compensation of the commissioners of the Nueces County Drainage and Conservation District Number 2.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| NUECES COUNTY DRAINAGE & CONSERVATION DISTRICT NUMBER 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4622
87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the powers and duties of the East Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 13; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| EAST MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 13 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4623
87-0 (2021)
Author: Leman, BenSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Austin County Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Committee report printed and distributed
| AUSTIN COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4624
87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to the territory of the Horizon Regional Municipal Utility District.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| HORIZON REGIONAL MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4625
87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the powers and duties of the East Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 14; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| EAST MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 14 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4626
87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, ScottSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Mesquoakee Ranch Municipal Utility District of Collin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MESQUOAKEE RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF COLLIN COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4627
87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, ScottSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of certain municipal utility districts; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
See remarks for effective date
| AUSTIN COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | CLEAR SKY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF COOKE COUNTY | CLEAR SKY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF DENTON COUNTY | EAST COLLIN COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 232 | HIGH POINTE RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF DENTON COUNTY | MUSTANG RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF DENTON COUNTY | MUSTANG RIDGE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | NORTHWEST DENTON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | UPTOWN MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF COLLIN COUNTY
HB 4633
87-0 (2021)
Author: Smith, Reggie
Relating to the creation of the Grayson County Municipal Utility District No. 9; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| GRAYSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 9 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4634
87-0 (2021)
Author: Stephenson, PhilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 250; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 250 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4635
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 38; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 38
HB 4636
87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Val Verde County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees, surcharges, and taxes.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | VAL VERDE COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
HB 4637
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the authority for road projects of the Blaketree Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Montgomery County; affecting the authority to issue bonds.
House: Land & Resource Management
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| BLAKETREE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | MONTGOMERY COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4641
87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 209; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 209 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4642
87-0 (2021)
Author: Stephenson, PhilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 253; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 253 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4645
87-0 (2021)
Author: Cyrier, JohnSponsor: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the creation of the Wildwood Municipal Utility District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILDWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
HB 4646
87-0 (2021)
Author: Rodriguez, EddieSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation of the Creedmoor Municipal Utility District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
| CREEDMOOR MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4647
87-0 (2021)
Author: Rodriguez, EddieSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation of the Mustang Ridge Municipal Utility District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Committee report printed and distributed
| MUSTANG RIDGE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4649
87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 198; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 198 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4650
87-0 (2021)
Author: Rodriguez, EddieSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation of the East Central Travis County Conservation and Reclamation District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| EAST CENTRAL TRAVIS COUNTY CONSERVATION & RECLAMATION DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4651
87-0 (2021)
Author: Toth, SteveSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 203; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 203 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4652
87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 208; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 208 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4654
87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 210; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 210 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4657
87-0 (2021)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 27; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 27
HB 4658
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bailes, ErnestSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the creation of the Huntsville Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Walker County, Texas; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| HUNTSVILLE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF WALKER COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4662
87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, EdSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 86; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 86 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4663
87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the powers of the Hidalgo County Drainage District Number 1; authorizing the issuance of bonds.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
| HIDALGO COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT NUMBER 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4665
87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, ScottSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Raintree Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Collin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| RAINTREE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF COLLIN COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4668
87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, AndrewSponsor: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the creation of the Medina County Water Control and Improvement District No. 4; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MEDINA COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 4 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 4669
87-0 (2021)
Author: Cain, BriscoeSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the boundaries of the Harris County Water Control and Improvement District No. 70.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 70 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 152
87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: King, Tracy | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Senate appoints conferees-reported
| ATTORNEY'S FEES | PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 201
87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the division of the CLL Municipal Utility District No. 1.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| CLL MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 526
87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Jetton, Jacey
Relating to the requirements for meetings held and Internet websites developed by certain special purpose districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Placed on General State Calendar
| INTERNET | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 588
87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, and removal of dams by the Upper Brushy Creek Water Control and Improvement District.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | UPPER BRUSHY CREEK WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
SB 606
87-0 (2021)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the sale of bonds by certain special purpose districts.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| BONDS | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 632
87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.Sponsor: Buckley, Brad | et. al.
Relating to provision of broadband infrastructure and connectivity by the Lower Colorado River Authority.
House: State Affairs Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
| BROADBAND NETWORKS | LOWER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 656
87-0 (2021)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the creation of the Val Verde County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees, surcharges, and taxes.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | VAL VERDE COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
SB 715
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the Brazos River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
| BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset--Commission Bills | Sunset—Required Reviews
SB 720
87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the division of the CLL Municipal Utility District No. 1 and districts created by the division of the CLL Municipal Utility District No. 1.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
| CLL MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 859
87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain water planning entities to hold an open or closed meeting by telephone conference call or videoconference call.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TELECONFERENCING | VIDEOCONFERENCING
SB 896
87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the powers and duties of the Willacy County Drainage District No. 2.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILLACY COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 2
SB 946
87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the criteria considered by groundwater conservation districts before granting or denying a permit.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1167
87-0 (2021)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to boundaries of the Anthem Municipal Utility District; affecting the authority to issue bonds.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ANTHEM MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1222
87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the authority of a development corporation created by the Gulf Coast Authority to finance certain projects.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS | GULF COAST AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1333
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the right to remove property encroaching on areas owned or controlled by the Hidalgo County Drainage District Number 1.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
| HIDALGO COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT NUMBER 1 | Property Interests--Real Property | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1355
87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 83; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 83 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1676
87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to certain rates and fees charged by water supply corporations.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1891
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the effect of municipal annexation of territory in the Roman Forest Public Utility District No. 3.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| City Government--Annexation | ROMAN FOREST PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3 | ROMAN FOREST, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1892
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Lake Houston Dredging and Maintenance District; providing the authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments and fees.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| LAKE HOUSTON DREDGING & MAINTENANCE DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1957
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the authority for road projects of the Blaketree Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Montgomery County.
Senate: Local Government
No action taken in committee
| BLAKETREE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | MONTGOMERY COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1959
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the provision of parks and recreational facilities by water districts.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| BASTROP COUNTY | BEXAR COUNTY | BRAZORIA COUNTY | FORT BEND COUNTY | GALVESTON COUNTY | HARRIS COUNTY | MONTGOMERY COUNTY | Parks & Wildlife--Parks | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRAVIS COUNTY | WALLER COUNTY | WILLIAMSON COUNTY
SB 1987
87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Shine, Hugh
Relating to the creation of the River Farm Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Bell County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RIVER FARM MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF BELL COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2143
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the qualifications and method of electing directors of the High Point Special Utility District of Kaufman and Rockwall Counties.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
| HIGH POINT SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF KAUFMAN & ROCKWALL COUNTIES | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2145
87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 79; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 79 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2146
87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Vasut, Cody
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 80; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 80 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2147
87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Vasut, Cody
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 82; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 82 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2148
87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the election of members of the board of directors of the Travis County Water Control and Improvement District No. 17.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | TRAVIS COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 17
SB 2151
87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 9A; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 9A
SB 2152
87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 232; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 232 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2153
87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 251; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 251 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2156
87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
| BRAZORIA COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 10 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 2159
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 206; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 206 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2161
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 202; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 202 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2165
87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Water Control and Improvement District No. 164; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| HARRIS COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 164 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 2166
87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, BorrisSponsor: Allen, Alma
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 580; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 580 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2170
87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 249; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 249 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2171
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 579; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 579 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2172
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 200; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 200 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2173
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 207; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 207 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2174
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Toth, Steve
Relating to the division of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 152.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 152 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2176
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the powers and duties of the Franklin County Water District; providing authority to issue bonds.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2177
87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris-Waller Counties Municipal Utility District No. 5; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| HARRIS-WALLER COUNTIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 5 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2178
87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 576; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 576 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2179
87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 246; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 246 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2180
87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 581; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 581 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2182
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Toth, Steve
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Water Control and Improvement District No. 205; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 205 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 2183
87-0 (2021)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the boundaries of, and validating certain acts and proceedings of, the Driftwood Conservation District.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| DRIFTWOOD CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Validating Acts
SB 2184
87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the authority of the Brazoria Drainage District Number Four to impose a maintenance tax and the validation of certain acts of the Brazoria Drainage District Number Four.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
| BRAZORIA DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 4 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2185
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Canales, Terry
Relating to restrictions on certain special districts.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective on 9/1/21
| HIDALGO COUNTY WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 3 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2189
87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Austin County Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| AUSTIN COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2192
87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the powers and duties of the Lancaster Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Dallas County, Texas; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| LANCASTER MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2193
87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: King, Tracy
Relating to the creation of the Matthews Ranch Water Control and Improvement District No. 1 of Blanco County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MATTHEWS RANCH WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 OF BLANCO COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 2196
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Cleveland Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
| CLEVELAND MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2197
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 183; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 183 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2198
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Chambers County Municipal Utility District No. 7; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Committee report printed and distributed
| CHAMBERS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 7 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2203
87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 38; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 38
SB 2204
87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 250; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 250 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2205
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, DrewSponsor: King, Phil
Relating to the creation of the Hillcrest North Municipal Utility District of Wise County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| HILLCREST NORTH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF WISE COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2206
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the powers and duties of the Morningstar Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| MORNINGSTAR RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2207
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, DrewSponsor: Smith, Reggie
Relating to the creation of the Grayson County Municipal Utility District No. 8; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GRAYSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 8 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2208
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, DrewSponsor: Stucky, Lynn
Relating to the creation of the Rocky Top Ranch Municipal Utility District of Denton County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| ROCKY TOP RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF DENTON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2211
87-0 (2021)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the dissolution of the Angelina County Water Control and Improvement District No. 4.
Senate: Local Government
Committee report printed and distributed
| ANGELINA COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 4 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 2215
87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 253; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 253 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2216
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the powers and duties of the East Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 14; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| EAST MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 14 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2217
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the powers and duties of the East Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 13; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| EAST MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 13 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2218
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 203; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 203 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2219
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, DrewSponsor: Smith, Reggie
Relating to the creation of the Heritage Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Grayson County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| HERITAGE RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF GRAYSON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2223
87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 27; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 27
SB 2229
87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to the powers of the Hidalgo County Drainage District Number 1; authorizing the issuance of bonds.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| HIDALGO COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT NUMBER 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2234
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 210; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 210 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2235
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 208; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 208 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2236
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 209; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 209 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2237
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the boundaries of the Harris County Water Control and Improvement District No. 70.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Referred to Natural Resources
| HARRIS COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 70 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 2239
87-0 (2021)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 86; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 86 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2240
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the High Pointe Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Denton County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Committee report printed and distributed
| HIGH POINTE RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF DENTON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2241
87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 204; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 204 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2242
87-0 (2021)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the creation of the Medina County Water Control and Improvement District No. 4; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Local Government
Referred to Natural Resources
| MEDINA COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 4 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 2248
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Mesquoakee Ranch Municipal Utility District of Collin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MESQUOAKEE RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF COLLIN COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2249
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Uptown Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Collin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | UPTOWN MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF COLLIN COUNTY
SB 2250
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the East Collin County Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| EAST COLLIN COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2251
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Mustang Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Denton County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MUSTANG RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF DENTON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2253
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the LC Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Collin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LC MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF COLLIN COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2254
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Blue Meadow Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Collin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| BLUE MEADOW MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF COLLIN COUNTY | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2257
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Northwest Denton County Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | NORTHWEST DENTON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2258
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Clear Sky Municipal Utility District of Denton County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| CLEAR SKY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF DENTON COUNTY | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2259
87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the creation of the Clear Sky Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Cooke County; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
Senate: Local Government
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| CLEAR SKY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF COOKE COUNTY | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 190
87-2 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the creation of the Lake Houston Dredging and Maintenance District; providing the authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments and fees.
Filed
| LAKE HOUSTON DREDGING & MAINTENANCE DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 75
87-3 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the creation of the Lake Houston Dredging and Maintenance District; providing the authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments and fees.
Filed
| LAKE HOUSTON DREDGING & MAINTENANCE DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 33
86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to recommendations for the appointment of directors of the San Jacinto River Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| County Government--General | SAN JACINTO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 358
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lang, Mike
Relating to holding elections on uniform election dates.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| BONDS | Elections--General | Elections--School District | Political Subdivisions | SECRETARY OF STATE | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 365
86-0 (2019)
Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al.
Relating to holding elections on uniform election dates.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
| BONDS | Elections--Administration | Elections--General | Elections--School District | Political Subdivisions | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 481
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the storage and recovery of water in a portion of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| City Government--Utilities | EDWARDS AQUIFER | EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | NEW BRAUNFELS, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 721
86-0 (2019)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the duty of the Texas Water Development Board to conduct studies of and prepare and submit reports on aquifer storage and recovery and aquifer recharge projects.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 722
86-0 (2019)
Author: Larson, LyleSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the development of brackish groundwater.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 726
86-0 (2019)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the regulation of groundwater.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| BRUSH COUNTRY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | CENTRAL TEXAS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--General
HB 911
86-0 (2019)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the creation and functions of the Lake Houston Watershed Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| City Government--General | COASTAL WATER AUTHORITY | County Government--General | FLOODS | INTERNET | LAKE HOUSTON WATERSHED COMMISSION | SAN JACINTO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 925
86-0 (2019)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the composition of the board of directors of the Gateway Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| GATEWAY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1010
86-0 (2019)
Author: Paul, Dennis
Relating to state and regional flood planning.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| FLOODS | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 1019
86-0 (2019)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., SergioSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the authority of certain water districts to exercise the power of eminent domain.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| HIDALGO COUNTY IRRIGATION DISTRICT NO. 16 | HIDALGO COUNTY IRRIGATION DISTRICT NO. 5 | HIDALGO COUNTY IRRIGATION DISTRICT NO. 6 | HIDALGO COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Property Interests--Eminent Domain | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1053
86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the administration, powers, and duties of certain navigation districts; authorizing the imposition of a tax.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Vetoed by the Governor
| PORT OF HARLINGEN AUTHORITY | Property Interests--Real Property | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILLACY COUNTY NAVIGATION DISTRICT
HB 1066
86-0 (2019)
Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to extensions of an expired permit for the transfer of groundwater from a groundwater conservation district.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1263
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, EdSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to an order by the Brazoria Drainage District Number 4 to maintain certain infrastructure.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| BRAZORIA DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 4 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Transportation--Railroads
HB 1304
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District; authorizing a fee.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| HAYS TRINITY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1321
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the Nueces River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | NUECES RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset—Required Reviews
HB 1356
86-0 (2019)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to meetings for certain special purpose districts.
House: County Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
| Electronic Information Systems | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | Open Meetings | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1379
86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 565; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 565 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1433
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to the authority of a municipal utility district to restrict sex offenders from child safety zones in the district; creating an offense.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
| CHILD SAFETY ZONES | Minors--Health & Safety | SEXUAL OFFENDERS | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1434
86-0 (2019)
Author: Israel, Celia
Relating to the creation of the Brickston Municipal Utility District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
| BRICKSTON MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1488
86-0 (2019)
Author: Harless, SamSponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to financing of recreational facilities by the Charterwood Municipal Utility District of Harris County; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| BONDS | CHARTERWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF HARRIS COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts
HB 1502
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the Lower Colorado River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| LOWER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset—Required Reviews
HB 1537
86-0 (2019)
Author: Shine, Hugh | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the terms and election of the members of the board of directors of the Elm Creek Watershed Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| ELM CREEK WATERSHED AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 1570
86-0 (2019)
Author: White, JamesSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the board of directors of the Rayburn Country Municipal Utility District.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| RAYBURN COUNTRY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1574
86-0 (2019)
Author: Paddie, ChrisSponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the composition of the Riverbend Water Resources District and the terms of the board of directors of that district.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| RIVERBEND WATER RESOURCES DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1617
86-0 (2019)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the deadline by which the Texas Water Development Board is required to identify and designate brackish groundwater production zones for certain areas of the state.
House: Natural Resources
Considered in Calendars
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 1672
86-0 (2019)
Author: Calanni, Gina
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 375; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 375 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1673
86-0 (2019)
Author: Calanni, Gina
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 376; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 376 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1674
86-0 (2019)
Author: Calanni, GinaSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 377; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 377 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1676
86-0 (2019)
Author: Calanni, GinaSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 378; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 378 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1677
86-0 (2019)
Author: Calanni, Gina
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 379; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 379 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1678
86-0 (2019)
Author: Calanni, GinaSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 380; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 380 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1697
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Wood Trace Municipal Utility District No. 4 of Montgomery County, Texas; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WOOD TRACE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4
HB 1820
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bailes, ErnestSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the creation of the Liberty County Drainage District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| LIBERTY COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT | LIBERTY COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 4 | OLD RIVER DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 1 OF LIBERTY COUNTY | RAYWOOD DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1829
86-0 (2019)
Author: Stephenson, PhilSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 225; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 225 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1875
86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to the times and dates of meetings of the boards of directors of certain political subdivisions.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| REINVESTMENT ZONES | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous
HB 1928
86-0 (2019)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to the administration, powers, and duties of certain navigation districts.
House: Transportation
Laid on the table subject to call
| Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1934
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 229; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 229 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1935
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 168; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 168 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1948
86-0 (2019)
Author: Cyrier, John
Relating to the creation of the Caldwell County Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| CALDWELL COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | CLEAR FORK RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1958
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the territory, powers, and administration of the Gulf Coast Water Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| BRAZORIA COUNTY | FORT BEND COUNTY | GULF COAST WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2060
86-0 (2019)
Author: Stephenson, PhilSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 233; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 233 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2105
86-0 (2019)
Author: Shine, Hugh | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the territory and board of directors of the Bell County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| BELL COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 2201
86-0 (2019)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to the date for the confirmation election for the Southwestern Travis County Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| Elections--General | SOUTHWESTERN TRAVIS COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2215
86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding the approval of conservation and reclamation district petitions.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2252
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the territory of the Culberson County Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| CULBERSON COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Property Interests--Eminent Domain | Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2329
86-0 (2019)
Author: Springer, DrewSponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the dissolution of the North Montague County Water Supply District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
See remarks for effective date
| NORTH MONTAGUE COUNTY WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2380
86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 173; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 173 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2527
86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to a requirement that certain water districts make audio and video recordings of open meetings available on the Internet.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| INTERNET | Open Meetings | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2590
86-0 (2019)
Author: Biedermann, KyleSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the administration, powers, and duties of water districts.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| BAYVIEW MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | BONDS | ELLIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 182 | GALVESTON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 51 | HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 402 | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 112 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILLOW POINT MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
HB 2671
86-0 (2019)
Author: Calanni, GinaSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 569; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 569 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2729
86-0 (2019)
Author: Minjarez, InaSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the administration, duties, and operation of the Edwards Aquifer Authority; authorizing a fee.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--General
HB 2846
86-0 (2019)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to the sale of the Allens Creek Reservoir project.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY | HOUSTON, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--Rights
HB 2923
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to changing the name of the Port of Corpus Christi Authority of Nueces County, Texas.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
| PORT OF CORPUS CHRISTI AUTHORITY OF NUECES AND SAN PATRICIO COUNTIES | PORT OF CORPUS CHRISTI AUTHORITY OF NUECES COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2979
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bailes, ErnestSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the creation of the Liberty Grand Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| LIBERTY GRAND MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3001
86-0 (2019)
Author: Morrison, Geanie W.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the fiscal transparency of special purpose districts and other political subdivisions.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | INTERNET | Political Subdivisions | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3019
86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, RickSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 234; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 234 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3020
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 238; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 238 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3047
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 167; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 167 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3093
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 195; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 195 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3094
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 198; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 198 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3095
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the board of directors and powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 214; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 214 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3099
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to standards for water management in certain areas.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| DEVILS RIVER | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PECOS RIVER | RIO GRANDE RIVER | SAN FELIPE SPRINGS | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3122
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 235; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 235 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3209
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 35; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 35
HB 3211
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 34; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 34
HB 3214
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Water Control and Improvement District No. 3; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | WALLER COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 3
HB 3289
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the Nueces River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | NUECES RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset—Required Reviews
HB 3374
86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the powers and duties of the Cleveland Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Montgomery County, Texas; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| CLEVELAND MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3422
86-0 (2019)
Author: Stephenson, PhilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 231; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 231 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3442
86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 566; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 566 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3560
86-0 (2019)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the authority of a county to implement a pilot program to reuse wastewater at county facilities.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3577
86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to permits for the production of groundwater in a designated brackish groundwater production zone in the Brush Country Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| BRUSH COUNTRY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3663
86-0 (2019)
Author: Frank, James B.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the powers and duties of the North Central Texas Municipal Water Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS MUNICIPAL WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--Development
HB 3770
86-0 (2019)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to a pilot project conducted by the Texas Water Development Board regarding the real-time monitoring of the inundation and water quality of certain portions of the Rio Grande.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RIO GRANDE RIVER | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3781
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the creation of the Val Verde County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees, surcharges, and taxes.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | VAL VERDE COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
HB 3782
86-0 (2019)
Author: Harless, Sam | et. al.Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the right to remove property encroaching on areas owned or controlled by the Harris County Flood Control District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| HARRIS COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT | Property Interests--Real Property | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3843
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the use of a priority groundwater management area study in certain areas.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3913
86-0 (2019)
Author: Huberty, DanSponsor: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to an exception from required disclosure under the public information law for certain personal information obtained by certain flood control districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
| Open Records | Protection of Personal Information | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3998
86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the transfer of the administration of surface water rights permitting from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the Texas Water Development Board and the regulation of groundwater; authorizing fees; authorizing civil penalties.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 4002
86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to a contested case hearing to identify a sensitive feature related to an Edwards Aquifer protection plan.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4011
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Jones Creek Flood Control and Improvement District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| JONES CREEK FLOOD CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4172
86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, JeffSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain local laws concerning water and wastewater special districts, including conforming amendments.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Administration
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| BAYBROOK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | BELL COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 5 | CHAMBERS-LIBERTY COUNTIES NAVIGATION DISTRICT | FANNIN COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 | FORT BEND COUNTY WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 2 | FORT HANCOCK WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT OF HUDSPETH COUNTY | HALL & DONLEY COUNTIES WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 | HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 319 | HEMPHILL COUNTY UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | HUDSPETH COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 | LAKEWAY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | LIVE OAK UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | NUECES COUNTY NAVIGATION DISTRICT NO. 1 | ORANGE COUNTY NAVIGATION & PORT DISTRICT | PALO DURO WATER DISTRICT | POLK COUNTY FRESH WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT NO. 2 | PORT OF CORPUS CHRISTI AUTHORITY OF NUECES COUNTY | SABINE PASS PORT AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | Statutory Revision | SULPHUR RIVER BASIN AUTHORITY | TANGLEWOOD FOREST LIMITED DISTRICT | TANGLEWOOD FOREST MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | THE WOODLANDS METRO CENTER MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Transportation--Mass Transit
HB 4293
86-0 (2019)
Author: Paul, Dennis | et. al.
Relating to the maintenance and operation of certain projects by certain drainage districts.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| JEFFERSON COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT NO.7 | ORANGE COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | VELASCO DRAINAGE DISTRICT
HB 4385
86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to information on certain municipal utility districts' Internet websites.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
| INTERNET | Open Meetings | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4424
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Clear Creek Watershed Regional Flood Control District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes; providing a civil penalty.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| CLEAR CREEK WATERSHED REGIONAL FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4436
86-0 (2019)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to the board of pilot commissioners for Harris County ports.
House: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Governor | HARRIS COUNTY | HOUSTON, CITY OF | PASADENA, CITY OF | PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY OF HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4438
86-0 (2019)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to the powers and duties of the Port of Houston Authority of Harris County, Texas.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
| PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY OF HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4505
86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 178; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 178 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4509
86-0 (2019)
Author: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the metering of certain wells by the Panola County Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| PANOLA COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4520
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris-Waller Counties Municipal Utility District No. 4; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS-WALLER COUNTIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4628
86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the powers and duties of Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 100.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 100 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4629
86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the powers and duties of Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 101.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 101 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4630
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria-Fort Bend Counties Municipal Utility District No. 3; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Received from the House
| BRAZORIA-FORT BEND COUNTIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4631
86-0 (2019)
Author: Smith, ReggieSponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the creation of the Grayson County Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| GRAYSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | GUNTER, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4632
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the Red River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| AUDITOR, STATE | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RED RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset—Required Reviews
HB 4634
86-0 (2019)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to the Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority; following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| Governor | GUADALUPE-BLANCO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset—Required Reviews
HB 4636
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Orchard Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| ORCHARD MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4638
86-0 (2019)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the creation of the Bear Creek Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Parker County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| BEAR CREEK RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | PARKER COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4639
86-0 (2019)
Author: Stephenson, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 237; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 237 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4640
86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 176 of Montgomery County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 176 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4641
86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 177 of Montgomery County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 177 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4642
86-0 (2019)
Author: King, PhilSponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the powers and duties of the Rolling V Ranch Water Control and Improvement District No. 1 of Wise County.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| ROLLING V RANCH WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | WISE COUNTY
HB 4643
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Wood Trace Water Control and Improvement District of Montgomery County, Texas; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | WOOD TRACE WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY
HB 4645
86-0 (2019)
Author: Smith, ReggieSponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the creation of the Grayson County Municipal Utility District No. 3; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| GRAYSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4646
86-0 (2019)
Author: Harless, SamSponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the powers and duties of the Cy-Champ Public Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| CY-CHAMP PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4647
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to boundaries of the Anthem Municipal Utility District.
House: Land & Resource Management
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| ANTHEM MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4649
86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the effect of municipal annexation of territory in the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 147.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| City Government--Annexation | CONROE, CITY OF | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 147 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4650
86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 441; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 441 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4651
86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 571; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 571 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4652
86-0 (2019)
Author: Paul, Dennis
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 568; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Received from the House
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 568 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4654
86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the board of directors and powers and duties of the East Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 12; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| EAST MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 12 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4655
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, EdSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the powers and duties of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 43; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 43 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4656
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, EdSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the board of directors and powers and duties of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 13; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 13 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4659
86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the board of directors and powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 436; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 436 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4660
86-0 (2019)
Author: Stephenson, PhilSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 239; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 239 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4666
86-0 (2019)
Author: Deshotel, JoeSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the modernization of the law governing the Port of Beaumont Navigation District of Jefferson County, Texas.
House: Transportation Senate: Texas Ports, Select
Effective on 9/1/19
| PORT OF BEAUMONT NAVIGATION DISTRICT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4668
86-0 (2019)
Author: Smith, ReggieSponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the creation of the Howe Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HOWE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4669
86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the creation of the Northeast Burnet County Water District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| NORTHEAST BURNET COUNTY WATER DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4670
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 76; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Received from the House
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 76 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4671
86-0 (2019)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the powers and duties of the Ranch at Cypress Creek Municipal Utility District No. 1.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| RANCH AT CYPRESS CREEK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4672
86-0 (2019)
Author: Sanford, ScottSponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the powers and duties of the Collin County Municipal Utility District No. 2; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| COLLIN COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4673
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bailes, ErnestSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Chambers County Municipal Utility District No. 3; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| CHAMBERS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4674
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bailes, ErnestSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Chambers County Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| CHAMBERS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4675
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 222; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 222 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4677
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 161; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 161 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4678
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 162; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 162 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4679
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 163; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 163 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4681
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the powers and duties of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 164; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: Land & Resource Management
Received from the House
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 164 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4682
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 166; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 166 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4684
86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 570; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 570 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4685
86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 248; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 248 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4686
86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 478; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 478 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4687
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 174; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 174 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4688
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 175; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 175 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4689
86-0 (2019)
Author: Talarico, JamesSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the creation of the Round Rock Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| ROUND ROCK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4690
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, EdSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the territory, powers, and administration of the Gulf Coast Water Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY | FORT BEND COUNTY | GULF COAST WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4691
86-0 (2019)
Author: Goodwin, VikkiSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 25; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 25
HB 4692
86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 572; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 572 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4696
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 240; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 240 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4697
86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the powers and duties of the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 29; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILLIAMSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 29
HB 4698
86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the powers and duties of the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 28; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILLIAMSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 28
HB 4699
86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the powers and duties of the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 21; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILLIAMSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 21
HB 4702
86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 179; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 179 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4704
86-0 (2019)
Author: Smith, ReggieSponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the creation of the Double M Municipal Utility District of Grayson County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| DOUBLE M MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF GRAYSON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4707
86-0 (2019)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the amount of a tax imposed by the Sutton County Underground Water Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | SUTTON COUNTY UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
HB 4708
86-0 (2019)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to the powers and duties of the Lakehaven Municipal Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: Land & Resource Management
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| LAKEHAVEN MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4709
86-0 (2019)
Author: Smith, ReggieSponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the creation of the Grayson County Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| GRAYSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4710
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 180; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 180 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4711
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bailes, Ernest
Relating to the conversion of the May Public Utility District to the Harris-Liberty Counties Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| HARRIS-LIBERTY COUNTIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | MAY PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4712
86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, RickSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Levee Improvement District No. 7.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| BRAZOS RIVER | FORT BEND COUNTY LEVEE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 7 | Purchasing--General | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--Rights
HB 4713
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Magnolia Woods Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
| MAGNOLIA WOODS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4718
86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, EdSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 77; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 77 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4719
86-0 (2019)
Author: Stucky, LynnSponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the creation of the La La Ranch Municipal Utility District of Denton County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| LA LA RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF DENTON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4720
86-0 (2019)
Author: Stucky, LynnSponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the creation of the Burns Branch Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Denton County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| BURNS BRANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF DENTON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4722
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bailes, Ernest
Relating to the conversion of the Liberty Public Utility District to the Liberty County Municipal Utility District No. 7; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| LIBERTY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 7 | LIBERTY PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4723
86-0 (2019)
Author: Burns, DeWayneSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the creation of the Belmont Municipal Utility District of Johnson County; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| BELMONT MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF JOHNSON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4724
86-0 (2019)
Author: Burns, DeWayneSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the creation of the Dove Valley Ranch Municipal Utility District of Johnson County; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| DOVE VALLEY RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF JOHNSON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4725
86-0 (2019)
Author: King, PhilSponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the powers and duties of the Morningstar Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 2 of Parker County; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MORNINGSTAR RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | PARKER COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4726
86-0 (2019)
Author: Dominguez, AlexSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the creation of the Cameron County Flood Control District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes and to issue bonds.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| CAMERON COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 4728
86-0 (2019)
Author: Stephenson, PhilSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 241; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 241 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4729
86-0 (2019)
Author: Stephenson, PhilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 242; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 242 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4732
86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to boundaries of the Anthem Municipal Utility District.
House: Land & Resource Management
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| ANTHEM MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4734
86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the creation of the Green Tree Park Municipal Utility District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| GREEN TREE PARK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4737
86-0 (2019)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to the appointment of directors of the Harris-Galveston Subsidence District.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| HARRIS-GALVESTON SUBSIDENCE DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--General
HB 4741
86-0 (2019)
Author: Smith, ReggieSponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the creation of the Grayson County Municipal Utility District No. 5; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| GRAYSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 5 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4746
86-0 (2019)
Author: Stephenson, Phil
Relating to the board of directors of the Boling Municipal Water District.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| BOLING MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4747
86-0 (2019)
Author: Stephenson, PhilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the board of directors of the Boling Municipal Water District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| BOLING MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4749
86-0 (2019)
Author: Schaefer, MattSponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the creation of the Rose City Municipal Utility District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments and fees.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
See remarks for effective date
| ROSE CITY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4761
86-0 (2019)
Author: Paul, Dennis
Relating to the board of directors of the Clear Lake City Water Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| CLEAR LAKE CITY WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HCR 181
86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4686.
Filed with the Secretary of State
| Resolutions--Corrective | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HCR 187
86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, RickSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4712.
Filed with the Secretary of State
| Resolutions--Corrective | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 81
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the naming of a reservoir by certain water districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| County Government--General | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 239
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to meetings for certain special purpose districts.
House: County Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
| Electronic Information Systems | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INTERNET | Open Meetings | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 520
86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Kuempel, John
Relating to the storage and recovery of water in a portion of the Edwards Aquifer.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | INJECTION WELLS | NEW BRAUNFELS, CITY OF | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 528
86-0 (2019)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the limitation on the maintenance and operation tax of the North Plains Groundwater Conservation District.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| NORTH PLAINS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection
SB 578
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the composition of the Riverbend Water Resources District and the terms of the board of directors of that district.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| RIVERBEND WATER RESOURCES DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 592
86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Israel, Celia
Relating to the creation of the Brickston Municipal Utility District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| BRICKSTON MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 606
86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the Lower Colorado River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| LOWER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset—Required Reviews
SB 625
86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the Nueces River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | NUECES RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset—Required Reviews | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 626
86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Flynn, Dan
Relating to the Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority; following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| Governor | GUADALUPE-BLANCO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset—Required Reviews
SB 627
86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the Red River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| AUDITOR, STATE | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RED RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset—Required Reviews
SB 669
86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to the date for the confirmation election for the Southwestern Travis County Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Elections--General | SOUTHWESTERN TRAVIS COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 755
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Herrero, Abel
Relating to the administration, powers, and duties of certain navigation districts.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 768
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the powers and duties of Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 100.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 100 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 769
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the powers and duties of Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 101.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 101 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 770
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the board of directors of the Rayburn Country Municipal Utility District.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| RAYBURN COUNTRY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 800
86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to extensions of an expired permit for the transfer of groundwater from a groundwater conservation district.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 851
86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the award of attorney's fees and other costs in certain proceedings involving a groundwater conservation district.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Natural Resources
| ATTORNEY'S FEES | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 871
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Cyrier, John
Relating to the creation of the Caldwell County Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| CALDWELL COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | CLEAR FORK RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 872
86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the composition of the board of directors of the Gateway Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| GATEWAY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 911
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the supervision of water districts by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | BORDER | EDWARDS AQUIFER | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRINITY AQUIFER | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General
SB 912
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the suspension of operations of water districts that have failed to follow a court order or administrative directive by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--General
SB 954
86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to jointly holding elections on uniform election dates.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Elections--Administration | Elections--General | Elections--School District | Political Subdivisions | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1010
86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to rules adopted by groundwater conservation districts overlying a common aquifer.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1038
86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria-Fort Bend Counties Municipal Utility District No. 3; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| BRAZORIA-FORT BEND COUNTIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1041
86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the deadline by which the Texas Water Development Board is required to identify and designate brackish groundwater production zones for certain areas of the state.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 1043
86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the territory, powers, and administration of the Gulf Coast Water Authority.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| BRAZORIA COUNTY | FORT BEND COUNTY | GULF COAST WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1108
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the dissolution of certain general law districts.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Elections--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | Water--General
SB 1126
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 173; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 173 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1371
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the creation of the Liberty Grand Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
| LIBERTY GRAND MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1392
86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the territory of the Culberson County Groundwater Conservation District.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| CULBERSON COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Property Interests--Eminent Domain | Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1422
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Cyrier, John
Relating to the creation of the Maxwell Special Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to impose fees and assessments.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MAXWELL SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1496
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a pilot project conducted by the Texas Water Development Board regarding the real-time monitoring of the inundation and water quality of certain portions of the Rio Grande.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RIO GRANDE RIVER | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1606
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to payments in lieu of taxes made by certain conservation and reclamation districts on property used as a reservoir.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--Rights
SB 1647
86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the administration, duties, and operation of the Edwards Aquifer Authority; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| EDWARDS AQUIFER | EDWARDS AQUIFER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--General
SB 1732
86-0 (2019)
Author: Paxton, Angela
Relating to a requirement that certain water districts make audio and video recordings of open meetings available on the Internet.
House: County Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to County Affairs
| INTERNET | Open Meetings | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1810
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the conversion or dissolution of certain conservation and reclamation districts.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1842
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to permits for the production of groundwater in a designated brackish groundwater production zone in the Brush Country Groundwater Conservation District.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| BRUSH COUNTRY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Soil & Water Conservation | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1873
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to changing the name of the Port of Corpus Christi Authority of Nueces County, Texas.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
| PORT OF CORPUS CHRISTI AUTHORITY OF NUECES AND SAN PATRICIO COUNTIES | PORT OF CORPUS CHRISTI AUTHORITY OF NUECES COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1916
86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to an exception from required disclosure under the public information law for certain personal information obtained by certain flood control districts.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Open Records | Protection of Personal Information | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2027
86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the standard of judicial review for a suit involving a groundwater conservation district.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2041
86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the terms and election of the members of the board of directors of the Elm Creek Watershed Authority.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ELM CREEK WATERSHED AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 2072
86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Paul, Dennis
Relating to the authority of a development corporation created by the Gulf Coast Authority to finance certain projects.
House: International Relations & Economic Development Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS | GULF COAST AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2097
86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the fiscal transparency of special purpose districts and other political subdivisions.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | INTERNET | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2221
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the powers and duties of the Port of Houston Authority of Harris County, Texas.
Senate: Texas Ports, Select
Referred to Texas Ports, Select
| PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY OF HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2222
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the board of pilot commissioners for Harris County ports.
Senate: Texas Ports, Select
Committee report printed and distributed
| Governor | HARRIS COUNTY | HOUSTON, CITY OF | PASADENA, CITY OF | PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY OF HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2324
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to a study of the best practices of river authorities.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
| Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 2449
86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Paul, Dennis
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 568; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 568 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2450
86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the powers and duties of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 43; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 43 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2453
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 178; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 178 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2455
86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the territory and board of directors of the Bell County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| BELL COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 2457
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 175; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 175 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2458
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Wood Trace Municipal Utility District No. 4 of Montgomery County, Texas; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WOOD TRACE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4
SB 2460
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Wood Trace Water Control and Improvement District of Montgomery County, Texas; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | WOOD TRACE WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY
SB 2462
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 161; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 161 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2463
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 162; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 162 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2464
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 163; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 163 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2465
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 166; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 166 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2466
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 174; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 174 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2467
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the board of directors and powers and duties of the East Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 12; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| EAST MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 12 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2469
86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 76; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 76 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2473
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 34; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Transmitted to the Governor
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 34
SB 2474
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Calanni, Gina
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 569; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 569 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2475
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Calanni, Gina
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 380; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 380 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2476
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Water Control and Improvement District No. 3; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Transmitted to the Governor
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | WALLER COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 3
SB 2477
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Calanni, Gina
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 377; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 377 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2478
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Calanni, Gina
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 378; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 378 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2479
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 35; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Transmitted to the Governor
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 35
SB 2481
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the powers and duties of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 164; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 164 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2484
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the board of directors and powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 214; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 214 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2489
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 198; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 198 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2490
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 231; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 231 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2491
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 566; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 566 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2492
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 195; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 195 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2493
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 235; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 235 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2494
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris-Waller Counties Municipal Utility District No. 4; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| HARRIS-WALLER COUNTIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2495
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 238; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 238 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2496
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 229; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 229 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2497
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 168; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 168 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2498
86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 25; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 25
SB 2500
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 180; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 180 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2501
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the effect of municipal annexation of territory in the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 147.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| City Government--Annexation | CONROE, CITY OF | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 147 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2504
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Magnolia Woods Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MAGNOLIA WOODS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2507
86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the territory, powers, and administration of the Gulf Coast Water Authority.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| BRAZORIA COUNTY | FORT BEND COUNTY | GULF COAST WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2508
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the board of directors and powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 436; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 436 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2509
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 240; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 240 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2510
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 570; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 570 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2511
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 478; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 478 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2512
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 229; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 229 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2513
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 238; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 238 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2514
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 222; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 222 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2516
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 179; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 179 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2517
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Bailes, Ernest
Relating to the conversion of the May Public Utility District to the Harris-Liberty Counties Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS-LIBERTY COUNTIES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | MAY PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2519
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Orchard Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ORCHARD MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2520
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the powers and duties of the Cy-Champ Public Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| CY-CHAMP PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2521
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 248; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 248 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2522
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 571; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 571 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2523
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 572; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 572 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2524
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Calanni, Gina
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 375; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 375 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2525
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Calanni, Gina
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 376; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 376 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2526
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Calanni, Gina
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 379; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 379 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2527
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Bailes, Ernest
Relating to the conversion of the Liberty Public Utility District to the Liberty County Municipal Utility District No. 7; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| LIBERTY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 7 | LIBERTY PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2528
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 176 of Montgomery County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 176 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2529
86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 177 of Montgomery County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 177 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2530
86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, PatSponsor: Smith, Reggie
Relating to the creation of the Van Alstyne Municipal Utility District No. 2 of Collin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | VAN ALSTYNE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 OF COLLIN COUNTY
SB 2532
86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the creation of the Grayson County Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| GRAYSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2533
86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 242; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 242 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2534
86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 441; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 441 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2535
86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, PatSponsor: Sanford, Scott
Relating to the powers and duties of the Lakehaven Municipal Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| FARMERSVILLE, CITY OF | LAKEHAVEN MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2536
86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the creation of the Howe Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| HOWE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2538
86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 77; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 77 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2539
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Chambers County Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| CHAMBERS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2540
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Chambers County Municipal Utility District No. 3; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| CHAMBERS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2541
86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the powers and duties of the Rolling V Ranch Water Control and Improvement District No. 1 of Wise County.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ROLLING V RANCH WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | WISE COUNTY
SB 2543
86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the powers and duties of the Ranch at Cypress Creek Municipal Utility District No. 1.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| RANCH AT CYPRESS CREEK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2545
86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the creation of the Double M Municipal Utility District of Grayson County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| DOUBLE M MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF GRAYSON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2546
86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the powers and duties of the Collin County Municipal Utility District No. 2; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| COLLIN COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2547
86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the creation of the Grayson County Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| GRAYSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2548
86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to boundaries of the Anthem Municipal Utility District.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ANTHEM MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2549
86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the creation of the Grayson County Municipal Utility District No. 3; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| GRAYSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2550
86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the creation of the Bear Creek Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Parker County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| BEAR CREEK RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | PARKER COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2552
86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Canales, Terry
Relating to the administration of the Agua Special Utility District; creating a criminal offense.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
See remarks for effective date
| AGUA SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2554
86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the board of directors of the Clear Lake City Water Authority.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| CLEAR LAKE CITY WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2556
86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the modernization of the law governing the Port of Beaumont Navigation District of Jefferson County, Texas.
Senate: Texas Ports, Select
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| PORT OF BEAUMONT NAVIGATION DISTRICT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2558
86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Lone Oak Farm Municipal Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| LONE OAK FARM MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 180
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the review of groundwater conservation districts by the state auditor.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| AUDITOR, STATE | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 549
85-0 (2017)
Author: Anderson, Rodney
Relating to the procedure for claiming an exemption from ad valorem taxation by the Dallas County Utility and Reclamation District of certain property subject to a tax abatement agreement with the district and to the validation of certain actions of the district.
House: Ways & Means
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| DALLAS COUNTY UTILITY & RECLAMATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 623
85-0 (2017)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the authority of a municipality to remove directors of certain conservation and reclamation districts.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| City Government--General | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 645
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to regulation of production of wells for retail public utilities by a groundwater conservation district.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 651
85-0 (2017)
Author: Clardy, TravisSponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the election date of the board of directors of the Rusk County Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| RUSK COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 886
85-0 (2017)
Author: King, KenSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the powers and election dates of the Hemphill County Underground Water Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| HEMPHILL COUNTY UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 922
85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, PaulSponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the creation of the Southwestern Travis County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Placed on intent calendar
| SOUTHWESTERN TRAVIS COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 999
85-0 (2017)
Author: Israel, Celia | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to requiring the election of directors of certain districts to be held on a uniform election date.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| Elections--Administration | Elections--General | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1045
85-0 (2017)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the dissolution of a special utility district after the transfer of all obligations and services.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1056
85-0 (2017)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to the authority of certain water districts to exercise the power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| HIDALGO COUNTY IRRIGATION DISTRICT NO. 16 | HIDALGO COUNTY IRRIGATION DISTRICT NO. 5 | HIDALGO COUNTY IRRIGATION DISTRICT NO. 6 | HIDALGO COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Property Interests--Eminent Domain | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | VALLEY ACRES IRRIGATION DISTRICT
HB 1186
85-0 (2017)
Author: Anderson, RodneySponsor: Huffines, Don
Relating to the procedure for claiming an exemption from ad valorem taxation by the Dallas County Utility and Reclamation District of certain property subject to a tax abatement agreement with the district and to the validation of certain actions of the district.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
| DALLAS COUNTY UTILITY & RECLAMATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 1207
85-0 (2017)
Author: Gooden, LanceSponsor: Hall, Bob
Relating to the powers and duties of the Kaufman County Fresh Water Supply District No. 1-A; providing authority to issue bonds and levy assessments.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| KAUFMAN COUNTY FRESH WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT NO. 1-A | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1208
85-0 (2017)
Author: Gooden, LanceSponsor: Hall, Bob
Relating to the powers and duties of the Kaufman County Fresh Water Supply District No. 1-D; providing authority to issue bonds and levy assessments.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| KAUFMAN COUNTY FRESH WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT NO. 1-D | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1271
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lang, Mike | et. al.
Relating to holding elections on uniform election dates.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
| BONDS | Education--School Districts | Elections--Administration | Elections--General | Political Subdivisions | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1272
85-0 (2017)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the posting of election notices on bills or invoices sent to residents by municipal utility districts.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Referred to Special Purpose Districts
| BONDS | Elections--General | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1318
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to regulation of production of wells for retail public utilities by a groundwater conservation district.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 1331
85-0 (2017)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 224; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 224 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1394
85-0 (2017)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the administration of the Port of Houston Authority.
House: Transportation
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1439
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to providing road district powers to the Wood Trace Municipal Utility District No. 3 of Montgomery County, Texas; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WOOD TRACE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3
HB 1440
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 154; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 154 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1445
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to providing road district powers to the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 130; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 130 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1448
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to providing road district powers to the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 131; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 131 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1455
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bohac, DwayneSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 552; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 552 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1523
85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the creation of the Southwest Travis County Special Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to impose fees and assessments.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| SOUTHWEST TRAVIS COUNTY SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1528
85-0 (2017)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the powers and duties of navigation districts and port authorities.
House: Transportation
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| COMPETITIVE BIDDING | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | DESALINATION | FRANCHISES | Property Interests--Real Property | PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1603
85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to certain powers and duties of the Palo Duro River Authority of Texas.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Administration
No action taken in committee
| PALO DURO RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1607
85-0 (2017)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the posting of notices of elections and candidate filing procedures on bills or invoices sent to residents by municipal utility districts.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| Elections--General | PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1664
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to providing road powers to the Wood Trace Municipal Utility District No. 1, of Montgomery County, Texas; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WOOD TRACE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1
HB 1709
85-0 (2017)
Author: Gooden, Lance | et. al.Sponsor: Hall, Bob
Relating to procedures for the dissolution of the Bois D'Arc Island Levee Improvement District of Dallas and Kaufman Counties.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
| BOIS D'ARC ISLAND LEVEE IMPROVEMENT DISTICT | DALLAS COUNTY | KAUFMAN COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1728
85-0 (2017)
Author: Faircloth, Wayne
Relating to the procedure for the adoption of an ad valorem tax rate by certain special districts.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Taxation--Property-Tax Rate
HB 1920
85-0 (2017)
Author: Flynn, DanSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the Palo Duro River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PALO DURO RIVER AUTHORITY | PALO DURO WATER DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills | Sunset--Recommended Reviews
HB 1946
85-0 (2017)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Taylor, Van
Relating to the incontestability of certain contracts or leases submitted to the attorney general by certain water districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | BONDS | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1962
85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, EdSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 69; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 69 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1963
85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, EdSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 70; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 70 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2012
85-0 (2017)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the requirements for meetings of certain special districts.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Referred to Special Purpose Districts
| Open Meetings | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2031
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lang, Mike
Relating to the creation of the Cresson Crossroads Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| CRESSON CROSSROADS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2064
85-0 (2017)
Author: Anderson, Rodney | et. al.Sponsor: Huffines, Don
Relating to quorum and voting requirements for the transaction of business by the board of the Irving Flood Control District Section III of Dallas County.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| IRVING FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT SECTION III | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2075
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lang, Mike
Relating to the creation of the Cresson Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Hood County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
| CRESSON MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF HOOD COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2127
85-0 (2017)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the authority of the Harris-Galveston Subsidence District to regulate certain water wells.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| HARRIS-GALVESTON SUBSIDENCE DISTRICT | Property Interests--General | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--General
HB 2134
85-0 (2017)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Trinity Lakes Municipal Utility District of Montgomery County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/17
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRINITY LAKES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY
HB 2136
85-0 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, RonSponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to flood control storage requirements established by the Fort Bend County Drainage District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
No action taken in committee
| FLOODS | FORT BEND COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2180
85-0 (2017)
Author: Flynn, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the Sulphur River Basin Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| Governor | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | SULPHUR RIVER BASIN AUTHORITY | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 2220
85-0 (2017)
Author: Elkins, GarySponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the powers and duties of the West Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 21; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WEST HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 21
HB 2358
85-0 (2017)
Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to eligible voters in a confirmation election for a conservation and reclamation district.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 1/1/18
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Elections--General | Elections--Registration & Suffrage | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2363
85-0 (2017)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to export fees charged by the Middle Pecos Groundwater Conservation District; changing a fee.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| MIDDLE PECOS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2364
85-0 (2017)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the disqualification of directors of the Middle Pecos Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| MIDDLE PECOS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2377
85-0 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the development of brackish groundwater.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 2378
85-0 (2017)
Author: Larson, LyleSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to extensions of an expired permit for the transfer of groundwater from a groundwater conservation district.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2424
85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the territory of the Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District.
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| BARTON SPRINGS-EDWARDS AQUIFER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2460
85-0 (2017)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to the board of commissioners of the Port of Beaumont Navigation District of Jefferson County.
House: Texas Ports, Innovation & Infrastructure, Select Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| PORT OF BEAUMONT NAVIGATION DISTRICT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2499
85-0 (2017)
Author: Faircloth, Wayne
Relating to the disposition of real property interests by navigation districts and port authorities.
House: Land & Resource Management
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Property Interests--Real Property | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 2504
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.Sponsor: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to the compensation provided to the governing body of certain special districts.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
| Salaries & Expenses | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2540
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the conversion of the Hays Caldwell Public Utility Agency to the Alliance Regional Water Authority; providing authority to issue bonds; granting the power of eminent domain; providing authority to impose fees.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
| ALLIANCE REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 2565
85-0 (2017)
Author: Stucky, LynnSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the powers and duties of the Big Sky Municipal Utility District of Denton County and the Smiley Road Water Control and Improvement District; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| BIG SKY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF DENTON COUNTY | SMILEY ROAD WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2566
85-0 (2017)
Author: Stucky, LynnSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the creation of the Denton County Municipal Utility District No. 9; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
| DENTON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 9 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2592
85-0 (2017)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to the powers and duties of a designated officer of a navigation district.
House: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2593
85-0 (2017)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to franchises granted by navigation districts.
House: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
| FRANCHISES | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2624
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 157; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Received from the House
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 157 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2625
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 158; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Received from the House
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 158 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2681
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Blaketree Municipal Utility District No. 2 of Montgomery County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Received from the House
| BLAKETREE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | MONTGOMERY COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2687
85-0 (2017)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the creation of the Lago Bello Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Harris County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/17
| LAGO BELLO MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF HARRIS COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2740
85-0 (2017)
Author: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the election of the board of directors of the Panola County Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| PANOLA COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2803
85-0 (2017)
Author: Larson, LyleSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain local laws concerning water and wastewater special districts, including conforming amendments.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| CLEARWATER UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | CROCKETT COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | DALLAS COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT NO. 1 | EL PASO WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 4 | FAYETTE COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT--MONUMENT HILL | GALVESTON COUNTY NAVIGATION DISTRICT NO. 1 | GONZALES COUNTY UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | HASKELL COUNTY WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT | MESA UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | NORTH HARRIS COUNTY REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY | NORTH PLAINS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | PORT OF HARLINGEN AUTHORITY | SANDY LAND UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | SANTA RITA UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | SARATOGA UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | SOUTH PLAINS UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | Statutory Revision | SUTTON COUNTY UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
HB 2825
85-0 (2017)
Author: Gooden, LanceSponsor: Hall, Bob
Relating to the dissolution of a levee improvement district by a commissioners court.
House: County Affairs Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| County Government--General | PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2851
85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the creation of the Onion Creek Watershed Hays and Travis Counties Flood Control District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to impose assessments and fees.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| ONION CREEK WATERSHED HAYS AND TRAVIS COUNTIES FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2912
85-0 (2017)
Author: King, PhilSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the creation of the New Fairview Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
| NEW FAIRVIEW MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2938
85-0 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, RonSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the Sienna Plantation Levee Improvement District of Fort Bend County, Texas.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | FORT BEND COUNTY | SIENNA PLANTATION LEVEE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--Rights
HB 2987
85-0 (2017)
Author: Fallon, PatSponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the powers and duties of the Denton County Municipal Utility Districts Nos. 4 and 5; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| DENTON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4 | DENTON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 5 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3028
85-0 (2017)
Author: Burns, DeWayne
Relating to groundwater ownership and rights.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in subcommittee
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Rights
HB 3037
85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the definition of groundwater management areas to coincide with major and minor aquifers and the joint planning process in those areas.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 3038
85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the explanatory reports issued by the district representatives in groundwater management areas.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER--CONSERVATION | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 3043
85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the joint planning process for groundwater management.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3071
85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the equalization of the rates of production fees charged on certain wells by the Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District; authorizing an increase in the rate of the fee.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| BARTON SPRINGS-EDWARDS AQUIFER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3126
85-0 (2017)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the Jeff Davis County Underground Water Conservation District; authorizing a fee.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| JEFF DAVIS COUNTY UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3166
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the consideration of modeled sustainable groundwater pumping in the adoption of desired future conditions in groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--General
HB 3185
85-0 (2017)
Author: Frank, JamesSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to fees charged by the Rolling Plains Groundwater Conservation District; authorizing a fee.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| ROLLING PLAINS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3219
85-0 (2017)
Author: Biedermann, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to the powers and duties of the Meyer Ranch Municipal Utility District of Comal County; affecting an existing limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| MEYER RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF COMAL COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3225
85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to elections held by the Panhandle Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| Elections--General | PANHANDLE GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3417
85-0 (2017)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to the criteria considered by groundwater conservation districts before granting or denying a permit.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3497
85-0 (2017)
Author: Burns, DeWayne
Relating to a groundwater conservation district's use of electronic fund transfers.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3545
85-0 (2017)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to holding elections on uniform election dates.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
| BONDS | Education--School Districts | Elections--Administration | Elections--General | Political Subdivisions | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3605
85-0 (2017)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the removal of directors of the Middle Pecos Groundwater Conservation District for missed meetings.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| MIDDLE PECOS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3674
85-0 (2017)
Author: Roberts, Kevin | et. al.Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the certification of unopposed candidates for the board of directors of the North Harris County Regional Water Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
No action taken in committee
| Elections--General | NORTH HARRIS COUNTY REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3677
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the creation of the Heart of Texas Aquifer District and the dissolution of certain groundwater conservation districts; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or surcharges.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| HEART OF TEXAS AQUIFER DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3839
85-0 (2017)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the plugging or capping of abandoned, deteriorated, open, or uncovered water wells in the Bandera County River Authority and Groundwater District.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| BANDERA COUNTY RIVER AUTHORITY & GROUNDWATER DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--General
HB 3988
85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the authority of a county to implement a pilot program to reuse wastewater at county facilities.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Environment--Water | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 4017
85-0 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to administrative completeness requirements for permit and permit amendment applications for groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4050
85-0 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to exports of groundwater from a groundwater conservation district.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4051
85-0 (2017)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the notice requirements for bills proposing the creation of or annexation of land to certain special purpose districts.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
| City Government--Annexation | PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4162
85-0 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to exports of groundwater from a groundwater conservation district.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--Rights
HB 4164
85-0 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the procedures for adopting a moratorium on the issuance of permits by groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| PERMITS | PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4166
85-0 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the applicability of certain rules when considering an application for a permit to drill or operate a well.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4183
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the administration of certain water districts.
House: Natural Resources
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4235
85-0 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the sunset review of certain groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| LONE STAR GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | MIDDLE PECOS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 4270
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, JasonSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the Anthem Municipal Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| ANTHEM MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4272
85-0 (2017)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 554; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 554 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4273
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the creation of the North Hays County Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| NORTH HAYS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4274
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District's groundwater reduction plan.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| LONE STAR GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 4277
85-0 (2017)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 50; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 50 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4278
85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the powers and duties and election of the board of directors of the West Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 3.
House: Natural Resources
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WEST TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3
HB 4283
85-0 (2017)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the conversion of the Grand Northwest Municipal Utility District to the Grand Northwest Municipal Management District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| GRAND NORTHWEST MUNICIPAL MANAGEMENT DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4285
85-0 (2017)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 130; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 130 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4287
85-0 (2017)
Author: Fallon, PatSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the powers and duties of the Smiley Road Water Control and Improvement District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| SMILEY ROAD WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 4291
85-0 (2017)
Author: Schubert, LeightonSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the fees charged by the Colorado County Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| COLORADO COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4298
85-0 (2017)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 553; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 553 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4301
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, JasonSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the creation of the Driftwood Conservation District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| DRIFTWOOD CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4302
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lang, Mike
Relating to the dissolution of the Central Colorado River Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| CENTRAL COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | COLEMAN COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4305
85-0 (2017)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to granting road powers to the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 100; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Received from the House
| County Government--Roads | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 100 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4306
85-0 (2017)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to providing road powers to the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 101; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Received from the House
| County Government--Roads | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 101 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4309
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, JasonSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the creation of the Driftwood Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/17
| DRIFTWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4310
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, JasonSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose an assessment.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Vetoed by the Governor
| LASALLE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4311
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, JasonSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 2; providing authority to impose an assessment.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Vetoed by the Governor
| LASALLE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4312
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, JasonSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 3; providing authority to impose an assessment.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Vetoed by the Governor
| LASALLE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4313
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, JasonSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 4; providing authority to impose an assessment.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Vetoed by the Governor
| LASALLE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4314
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, JasonSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 5; providing authority to impose an assessment.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Vetoed by the Governor
| LASALLE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 5 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4318
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bailes, Ernest
Relating to the creation of the River Ranch Municipal Utility District of Liberty County and the Riverside Municipal Utility District of Liberty County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Laid on the table subject to call
| RIVER RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF LIBERTY COUNTY | RIVERSIDE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF LIBERTY COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4319
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 159; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 159 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4322
85-0 (2017)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the creation of the Val Verde County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees, surcharges, and taxes.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | VAL VERDE COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
HB 4323
85-0 (2017)
Author: Biedermann, Kyle
Relating to the creation of the Kendall County Water Control and Improvement District No. 4; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| KENDALL COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 4 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 4324
85-0 (2017)
Author: Schofield, MikeSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 61; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 61 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4325
85-0 (2017)
Author: King, PhilSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the creation of the Wise County Municipal Utility District No. 4; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/17
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WISE COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4
HB 4327
85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the creation of the Southwest Travis County Special Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to impose fees and assessments.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| SOUTHWEST TRAVIS COUNTY SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4329
85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, PaulSponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the authority of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 3 to enter into certain agreements relating to the ad valorem taxation of certain property located in the district.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3
HB 4331
85-0 (2017)
Author: King, PhilSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the powers and duties of the Far North Fort Worth Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Tarrant and Wise Counties; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| FAR NORTH FORT WORTH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF TARRANT AND WISE COUNTIES | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4332
85-0 (2017)
Author: Ashby, Trent
Relating to the dissolution of the Angelina County Water Control and Improvement District No. 3 and the territory of the Angelina County Fresh Water Supply District No. 1.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| ANGELINA COUNTY FRESH WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT NO. 1 | ANGELINA COUNTY WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 3 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 4334
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bailes, ErnestSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to certain municipal utility districts; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| LIBERTY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 100 | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 101 | PLUM GROVE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4335
85-0 (2017)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the creation of the Willacy County Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILLACY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1
HB 4336
85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the creation of the Greenshores Fresh Water Supply District; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| GREENSHORES FRESH WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4337
85-0 (2017)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the authority of a municipality to remove directors of the North Texas Municipal Water District.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| City Government--General | NORTH TEXAS MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4339
85-0 (2017)
Author: Rinaldi, Matt
Relating to notice of the deadline for an application for a place on the ballot for the election of and eligibility of directors of the Northwest Dallas County Flood Control District.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| NORTHWEST DALLAS COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4340
85-0 (2017)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the creation of the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 34; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILLIAMSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 34
HB 4345
85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, EddieSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the creation of the Rio de Vida Municipal Utility District No. 1 and the creation of the Southwestern Travis County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to impose taxes and fees; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
See remarks for effective date
| RIO DE VIDA MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | SOUTHWESTERN TRAVIS COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4348
85-0 (2017)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to the creation of the Vision East Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | VISION EAST MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1
HCR 160
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4310.
Filed
| LASALLE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Resolutions--Corrective | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HCR 161
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4311.
Filed
| LASALLE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | Resolutions--Corrective | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HCR 162
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4312.
Filed
| LASALLE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3 | Resolutions--Corrective | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HCR 163
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4313.
Filed
| LASALLE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4 | Resolutions--Corrective | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HCR 164
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4314.
Filed
| LASALLE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 5 | Resolutions--Corrective | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HR 2619
85-0 (2017)
Author: Schubert, Leighton
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 2014.
Reported enrolled
| Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HR 2622
85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 4345.
Reported enrolled
| Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | SOUTHWESTERN TRAVIS COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 248
85-0 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Shine, Hugh | et. al.
Relating to the dissolution of the Chisholm Trail Special Utility District.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| CHISHOLM TRAIL SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 308
85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the Sulphur River Basin Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Committee.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| Governor | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | SULPHUR RIVER BASIN AUTHORITY | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 309
85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the Palo Duro River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PALO DURO RIVER AUTHORITY | PALO DURO WATER DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills | Sunset--Recommended Reviews
SB 321
85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Bailes, Ernest
Relating to the creation of the River Ranch Municipal Utility District of Liberty County and the Riverside Municipal Utility District of Liberty County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| RIVER RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF LIBERTY COUNTY | RIVERSIDE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF LIBERTY COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 324
85-0 (2017)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the authority of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 3 to enter into certain agreements relating to the ad valorem taxation of certain property located in the district.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3
SB 443
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the Rayford Road Municipal Utility District.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| RAYFORD ROAD MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 554
85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to notice requirements for certain special districts that hold board meetings outside the district.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
| Open Meetings | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 689
85-0 (2017)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the powers and election dates of the Hemphill County Underground Water Conservation District.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| HEMPHILL COUNTY UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 726
85-0 (2017)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to elections held by the Panhandle Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| Elections--General | PANHANDLE GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 749
85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Cyrier, John
Relating to certain charges by the Bastrop County Water Control and Improvement District No. 2; authorizing an increase in a fee.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
| BASTROP COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 774
85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to extensions of an expired permit for the transfer of groundwater from a groundwater conservation district.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 814
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Canales, Terry
Relating to the board of directors of the Agua Special Utility District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
| AGUA SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 851
85-0 (2017)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the requirements for meetings of certain special districts.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Open Meetings | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 865
85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Burns, DeWayne
Relating to a groundwater conservation district's use of electronic fund transfers.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 904
85-0 (2017)
Author: Birdwell, BrianSponsor: Burns, DeWayne
Relating to the creation of the Cresson Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Hood County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
| CRESSON MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF HOOD COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 905
85-0 (2017)
Author: Birdwell, BrianSponsor: Burns, DeWayne
Relating to the creation of the Cresson Crossroads Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| CRESSON CROSSROADS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 964
85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, JoséSponsor: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the Jeff Davis County Underground Water Conservation District; authorizing a fee.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| JEFF DAVIS COUNTY UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 991
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to providing road powers to the Wood Trace Municipal Utility District No. 1, of Montgomery County, Texas; providing authority to issue bonds.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WOOD TRACE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1
SB 992
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to providing road district powers to the Wood Trace Municipal Utility District No. 3 of Montgomery County, Texas; providing authority to issue bonds.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WOOD TRACE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3
SB 993
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to providing road district powers to the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 131; providing authority to issue bonds.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 131 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 994
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to providing road district powers to the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 130; providing authority to issue bonds.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 130 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 995
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 154; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 154 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 996
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Trinity Lakes Municipal Utility District of Montgomery County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | TRINITY LAKES MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY
SB 1009
85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Larson, Lyle
Relating to administrative completeness requirements for permit and permit amendment applications for groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1042
85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 69; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 69 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1043
85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 70; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 70 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1067
85-0 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the dissolution of the Chisholm Trail Special Utility District.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Special Purpose Districts
| CHISHOLM TRAIL SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 1085
85-0 (2017)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Roberts, Kevin
Relating to the certification of unopposed candidates for the board of directors of the North Harris County Regional Water Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
| Elections--General | NORTH HARRIS COUNTY REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1118
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Blaketree Municipal Utility District No. 2 of Montgomery County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
| BLAKETREE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | MONTGOMERY COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1129
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Herrero, Abel
Relating to franchises granted by navigation districts.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
| FRANCHISES | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1131
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Herrero, Abel
Relating to the powers and duties of a designated officer of a navigation district.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
| Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1168
85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the disqualification of directors of the Middle Pecos Groundwater Conservation District.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| MIDDLE PECOS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1175
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the dissolution of water districts.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| Elections--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1197
85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to fees charged by the Rolling Plains Groundwater Conservation District; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| ROLLING PLAINS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1198
85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the conversion of the Hays Caldwell Public Utility Agency to the Alliance Regional Water Authority; providing authority to issue bonds; granting the power of eminent domain; providing authority to impose fees.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| ALLIANCE REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 1239
85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the authority of a municipality to remove directors of the North Texas Municipal Water District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | NORTH TEXAS MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1256
85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to export fees charged by the Middle Pecos Groundwater Conservation District; changing a fee.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| MIDDLE PECOS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1261
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 157; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 157 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1268
85-0 (2017)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to the taxing power of the North Plains Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| NORTH PLAINS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1312
85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the deadline for adoption of desired future conditions in groundwater conservation districts.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1392
85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to groundwater conservation districts.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--General | Water--Rights
SB 1395
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.Sponsor: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the powers and duties of navigation districts and port authorities.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
| COMPETITIVE BIDDING | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | DESALINATION | FRANCHISES | Property Interests--Real Property | PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1423
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the supervision of water districts by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1469
85-0 (2017)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to an election for the removal of a director serving on the board of directors of certain water districts.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
No action taken in committee
| Elections--General | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1479
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the election of the board of directors of the Panola County Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| PANOLA COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1526
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 158; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 158 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1528
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the joint planning process for groundwater management.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
No action taken in committee
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1814
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the transference of certain territory from one groundwater conservation district to another.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| City Government--Annexation | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Property Interests--Real Property | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1864
85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.Sponsor: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the administration of the Port of Houston Authority.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
| PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Navigation & Ports | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1987
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the notice and procedural requirements for bills proposing the creation of or annexation of land to certain special purpose districts.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| City Government--Annexation | PUBLIC NOTICE | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 1988
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain local laws concerning water and wastewater special districts, including conforming amendments.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| CLEARWATER UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | CROCKETT COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | DALLAS COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT NO. 1 | EL PASO WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 4 | FAYETTE COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT--MONUMENT HILL | GALVESTON COUNTY NAVIGATION DISTRICT NO. 1 | GONZALES COUNTY UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | HASKELL COUNTY WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT | MESA UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | NORTH HARRIS COUNTY REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY | NORTH PLAINS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | PORT OF HARLINGEN AUTHORITY | SANDY LAND UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | SANTA RITA UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | SARATOGA UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | SOUTH PLAINS UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | Statutory Revision | SUTTON COUNTY UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
SB 2014
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Schubert, Leighton
Relating to the administration of certain water districts.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
| BONDS | City Government--Utilities | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2068
85-0 (2017)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the plugging or capping of abandoned, deteriorated, open, or uncovered water wells in the Bandera County River Authority and Groundwater District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| BANDERA COUNTY RIVER AUTHORITY & GROUNDWATER DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--General
SB 2243
85-0 (2017)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Workman, Paul
Relating to the powers and duties and election of the board of directors of the West Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 3.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WEST TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3
SB 2245
85-0 (2017)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the creation of the North Hays County Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| NORTH HAYS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2250
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the board of directors of the Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
| LONE STAR GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2251
85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 224; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 224 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2252
85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to granting road powers to the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 100; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
| County Government--Roads | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 100 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2253
85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to providing road powers to the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 101; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
| County Government--Roads | MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 101 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2254
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the powers and duties of the Needmore Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1 and the territory of the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District and the Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| BARTON SPRINGS-EDWARDS AQUIFER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | HAYS TRINITY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | NEEDMORE RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2257
85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 554; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 554 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2258
85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the conversion of the Grand Northwest Municipal Utility District to the Grand Northwest Municipal Management District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| GRAND NORTHWEST MUNICIPAL MANAGEMENT DISTRICT | HARRIS COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2260
85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 130; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| FORT BEND MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 130 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2261
85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 50; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose a tax.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Recommendations filed with the Senate
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 50 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2262
85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Burns, DeWayne
Relating to the dissolution of the Central Colorado River Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
See remarks for effective date
| CENTRAL COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | COLEMAN COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2263
85-0 (2017)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Kuempel, John
Relating to the powers and duties of the Lerin Hills Municipal Utility District of Kendall County; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| LERIN HILLS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF KENDALL COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2267
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 555; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 555 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2268
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 159; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 159 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2273
85-0 (2017)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Kuempel, John
Relating to the creation of the Kendall County Water Control and Improvement District No. 4; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| KENDALL COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 4 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 2274
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the creation of the Lakewood Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
| LAKEWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2275
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the creation of the Lakewood Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
| LAKEWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2277
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the creation of the Lakewood Municipal Utility District No. 3; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/17
| LAKEWOOD MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2280
85-0 (2017)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the name of the Burnet County Municipal Utility District No. 1.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| BURNET COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | HIGHWAY 71 MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2282
85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Ashby, Trent
Relating to the dissolution of the Angelina County Water Control and Improvement District No. 3 and the territory of the Angelina County Fresh Water Supply District No. 1.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| ANGELINA COUNTY FRESH WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT NO. 1 | ANGELINA COUNTY WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 3 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
SB 2284
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 544; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 544 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2285
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the boundaries of the Harris County Fresh Water Supply District No. 58.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY FRESH WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT NO. 58 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2287
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 525.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 525 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2290
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 557; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 557 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2292
85-0 (2017)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Kuempel, John
Relating to the powers and duties of the Meyer Ranch Municipal Utility District of Comal County; affecting an existing limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Effective immediately
| MEYER RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT OF COMAL COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2295
85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose an assessment.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| LASALLE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2296
85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 2; providing authority to impose an assessment.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| LASALLE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2297
85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 3; providing authority to impose an assessment.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| LASALLE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2298
85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 4; providing authority to impose an assessment.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| LASALLE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SB 2299
85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the temporary board of and financing of certain facilities and improvements by the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 5; providing authority to impose an assessment.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| LASALLE MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 5 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
SR 936
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on SB 2014.
Reported enrolled
| Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 26
85-1 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the regulation of groundwater.
House: Natural Resources
Received from the House
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--General
HB 27
85-1 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the development of brackish groundwater.
House: Natural Resources
Received from the House
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 275
85-1 (2017)
Author: Ashby, Trent
Relating to extensions of an expired permit for the transfer of groundwater from a groundwater conservation district.
House: Natural Resources
Received from the House
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 322
85-1 (2017)
Author: VanDeaver, Gary
Relating to the sunset review of the Red River Authority of Texas.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| RED RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset--Commission Bills | Water--Rights
SB 111
85-1 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the sunset review of the Red River Authority of Texas.
Filed
| RED RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Sunset--Commission Bills | Water--Rights
HB 30
84-0 (2015)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the development of seawater and brackish groundwater.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| DESALINATION | PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 96
84-0 (2015)
Author: Flynn, DanSponsor: Hall, Bob
Relating to the authority of the Cash Special Utility District to issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
No action taken in committee
| BONDS | CASH SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 200
84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of groundwater.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 898
84-0 (2015)
Author: Ashby, Trent
Relating to the confidentiality of certain water well reports.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Open Records | Property Interests--General | Protection of Personal Information | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 950
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, EddieSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the review of groundwater conservation districts by the state auditor.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
| AUDITOR, STATE | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 995
84-0 (2015)
Author: González, MarySponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the establishment of stormwater control and recapture planning authorities in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| County Government--General | Environment--Water | Political Subdivisions | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--General
HB 1068
84-0 (2015)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 216; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 216 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1074
84-0 (2015)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 145; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/15
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 145 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1111
84-0 (2015)
Author: Farney, MarshaSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the powers and duties of the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 23; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WILLIAMSON COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 23
HB 1191
84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the regulation of commercial development of groundwater in certain areas.
House: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 1235
84-0 (2015)
Author: King, PhilSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the annexation of certain territory by the Wise County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| City Government--Annexation | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | WISE COUNTY WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
HB 1236
84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the powers and duties of the Morningstar Ranch Municipal Utility Districts Nos. 1 and 2 of Parker County; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| MORNINGSTAR RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | MORNINGSTAR RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2 | PARKER COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1248
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the renewal or amendment of certain permits issued by groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--General
HB 1275
84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the audit of river authorities by the state auditor's office.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| ANGELINA & NECHES RIVER AUTHORITY | AUDITOR, STATE | BANDERA COUNTY RIVER AUTHORITY & GROUNDWATER DISTRICT | BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY | CENTRAL COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | GUADALUPE-BLANCO RIVER AUTHORITY | LAVACA-NAVIDAD RIVER AUTHORITY | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | LOWER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | LOWER NECHES VALLEY AUTHORITY | NUECES RIVER AUTHORITY | PALO DURO RIVER AUTHORITY | RED RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS | SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS | SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY | SAN JACINTO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | SULPHUR RIVER BASIN AUTHORITY | TRINITY RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS | UPPER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | UPPER GUADALUPE RIVER AUTHORITY
HB 1290
84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the sunset review of river authorities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
| ANGELINA & NECHES RIVER AUTHORITY | BANDERA COUNTY RIVER AUTHORITY & GROUNDWATER DISTRICT | BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY | CENTRAL COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | GUADALUPE-BLANCO RIVER AUTHORITY | LAVACA-NAVIDAD RIVER AUTHORITY | LOWER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | LOWER NECHES VALLEY AUTHORITY | NUECES RIVER AUTHORITY | PALO DURO RIVER AUTHORITY | RED RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS | SABINE RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS | SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY | SAN JACINTO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--River Authorities | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | SULPHUR RIVER BASIN AUTHORITY | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills | TRINITY RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXAS | UPPER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | UPPER GUADALUPE RIVER AUTHORITY
HB 1336
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, DennisSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to fees of office for the Velasco Drainage District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | VELASCO DRAINAGE DISTRICT
HB 1372
84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the creation of the Cotton Center Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| COTTON CENTER MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1402
84-0 (2015)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the creation of the Coates Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
No action taken in committee
| COATES RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1421
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, DennisSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to fees charged by the Coastal Plains Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| COASTAL PLAINS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 1459
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the powers and duties of the West Harris County Regional Water Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist. | WEST HARRIS COUNTY REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY
HB 1471
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the territory and board of the Canyon Regional Water Authority.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
| CANYON REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 1635
84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the management of groundwater, including the classification of and the obtaining of information regarding groundwater and the formulation of desired future conditions by a groundwater conservation district.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| GROUNDWATER PROTECTION COMMITTEE, TEXAS | Oil & Gas | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 1856
84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the renewal or amendment of certain permits issued by groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--General
HB 1919
84-0 (2015)
Author: Phillips, LarrySponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the applicability of certain provisions concerning invasive species.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| Parks & Wildlife--General | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 2091
84-0 (2015)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fulshear Municipal Utility Districts Nos. 4, 5, and 6; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
| FULSHEAR MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4 | FULSHEAR MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 5 | FULSHEAR MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 6 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2092
84-0 (2015)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the road powers of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 182.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/15
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 182 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2132
84-0 (2015)
Author: Craddick, Tom
Relating to certain exemptions from the requirement to obtain a permit from a groundwater conservation district; authorizing a fee.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Oil & Gas | PERMITS | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2173
84-0 (2015)
Author: Rinaldi, Matt
Relating to quorum and voting requirements for the transaction of business by the board of the Irving Flood Control District Section III of Dallas County.
House: Natural Resources
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| DALLAS COUNTY | IRVING FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT SECTION III | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2389
84-0 (2015)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.
Relating to the use of sales tax revenue collected under certain contracts.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
| City Government--Finance | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | County Government--Finance | FORT BEND SUBSIDENCE DISTRICT | HARRIS-GALVESTON SUBSIDENCE DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Taxation--Sales
HB 2401
84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, JasonSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the powers of the Crosswinds Municipal Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds for road projects.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| CROSSWINDS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Validating Acts
HB 2432
84-0 (2015)
Author: Faircloth, Wayne
Relating to the procedure for the adoption of an ad valorem tax rate by certain special districts.
House: Ways & Means
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Taxation--Property-Tax Rate
HB 2501
84-0 (2015)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the powers and duties of the Shale Creek Water Control and Improvement District; providing authority to issue bonds, impose a tax, and levy assessments for roadway purposes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| SHALE CREEK WATER CONTROL & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 2508
84-0 (2015)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the powers and duties of the Alpha Ranch Water Control and Improvement District of Denton and Wise Counties; providing authority to issue bonds, impose a tax, and levy assessments for roadway purposes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| ALPHA RANCH WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT OF DENTON AND WISE COUNTIES | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 2509
84-0 (2015)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the powers and duties of the Brookfield Water Control and Improvement District; providing authority to issue bonds, impose a tax, and levy assessments for roadway purposes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
| BROOKFIELD WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 2528
84-0 (2015)
Author: Harless, Patricia | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the authority of a water district to accept donations to fund certain economic development programs.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Economic & Industrial Development--General | GIFTS & DONATIONS | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 2552
84-0 (2015)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the powers and duties of the Canyon Falls Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Denton County; providing authority to issue bonds and impose a tax.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| CANYON FALLS MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2622
84-0 (2015)
Author: Anderson, Rodney
Relating to the procedure for claiming an exemption from ad valorem taxation by the Dallas County Utility and Reclamation District of certain property subject to a tax abatement agreement with the district and to the validation of certain actions of the district.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
| DALLAS COUNTY UTILITY & RECLAMATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 2654
84-0 (2015)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the authority of the Harris-Galveston Subsidence District to regulate certain water wells.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| HARRIS-GALVESTON SUBSIDENCE DISTRICT | Property Interests--General | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--General
HB 2832
84-0 (2015)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the powers and duties of the North Fort Bend Water Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| NORTH FORT BEND WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 2985
84-0 (2015)
Author: Israel, Celia
Relating to requiring the election of directors of certain districts to be held on a uniform election date.
House: Natural Resources Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Elections--Administration | Elections--General | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3063
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to the compensation of the board of directors of the Brazos Valley Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| BRAZOS VALLEY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3081
84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, EdSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 68; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| BRAZORIA COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 68 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3099
84-0 (2015)
Author: Fallon, PatSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the effect of municipal annexation of the Venable Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Denton County; affecting the authority to impose a tax.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/15
| City Government--Annexation | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | VENABLE RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 OF DENTON COUNTY
HB 3206
84-0 (2015)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to the powers, rights, and duties of the Fort Bend County Levee Improvement District No. 2.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | FORT BEND COUNTY LEVEE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 2 | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--Rights
HB 3286
84-0 (2015)
Author: Miller, DougSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the dissolution of the Rebecca Creek Municipal Utility District.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
| REBECCA CREEK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3355
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to exempting certain water districts from review and supervision by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of district bond packages and projects.
Filed
| ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3356
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio III, EddieSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to regulation of production of wells for retail public utilities by a groundwater conservation district.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 3397
84-0 (2015)
Author: Stephenson, Phil
Relating to water intake requirements for the Lower Colorado River Authority.
House: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
| LOWER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--Development | Water--General | Water--Rights
HB 3405
84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason | et. al.Sponsor: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the territory, jurisdiction, and powers of the Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District, including its authority to regulate certain wells for the production of groundwater; imposing a cap on certain fees.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| BARTON SPRINGS-EDWARDS AQUIFER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3406
84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the territory of the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District; authorizing the regulation of certain wells for the production of groundwater.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| HAYS TRINITY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3407
84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason | et. al.
Relating to limiting certain powers of the Goforth Special Utility District.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
| GOFORTH SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3545
84-0 (2015)
Author: Oliveira, RenéSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the establishment of an infrastructure improvement council by the Rio Grande Regional Water Authority; providing authority to impose a voluntary assessment.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
| RIO GRANDE REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Special Districts & Authorities--Water Control Improve Dist.
HB 3597
84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to exports of groundwater from a groundwater conservation district.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3720
84-0 (2015)
Author: Schubert, Leighton | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the Post Oak Savannah Groundwater Conservation District to use revenue from export fees to fund road and water infrastructure projects.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| POST OAK SAVANNAH GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3788
84-0 (2015)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the information required to be included in a regional water plan and the use of that information by the regional water planning group in developing the plan.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Water--Development | Water--General
HB 3813
84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the purpose and operation of groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 3858
84-0 (2015)
Author: Stephenson, PhilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to fees charged by the Coastal Bend Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| COASTAL BEND GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4038
84-0 (2015)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the creation of the Western Travis County Groundwater Conservation District; providing general law authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees.
House: Natural Resources
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WESTERN TRAVIS COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
HB 4125
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the powers and duties of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 111; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 111 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4126
84-0 (2015)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 218; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/15
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 218 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4127
84-0 (2015)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Foster Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Montgomery County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
| FOSTER MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4128
84-0 (2015)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 147; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 147 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4129
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 22; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 22
HB 4130
84-0 (2015)
Author: Gonzales, LarrySponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the qualifications and method of electing directors of the Jonah Water Special Utility District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
| Elections--General | JONAH WATER SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4132
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 21; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 21
HB 4133
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 23; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 23
HB 4134
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 20; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | WALLER COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 20
HB 4139
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the powers and duties of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 141; providing authority to issue bonds and impose taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 141 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4140
84-0 (2015)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 148; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 148 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4141
84-0 (2015)
Author: Stephenson, PhilSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 191; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| FORT BEND COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 191 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4142
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 150; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 150 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4143
84-0 (2015)
Author: Keough, Mark
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 152; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 152 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4144
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to civil liability of the board of directors of the Brazos Valley Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
| BRAZOS VALLEY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Special Districts & Authorities--Groundwater Conserve Dist. | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4145
84-0 (2015)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 151; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 151 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility
HB 4146
84-0 (2015)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 149; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 149 | Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility Districts | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility