HB 666
87-0 (2021)
Author: Harris, Cody
Relating to the regulation of groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 668
87-0 (2021)
Author: Harris, Cody
Relating to the regulation of groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 358
86-0 (2019)
Author: Lang, Mike
Relating to holding elections on uniform election dates.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
HB 365
86-0 (2019)
Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al.
Relating to holding elections on uniform election dates.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 1010
86-0 (2019)
Author: Paul, Dennis
Relating to state and regional flood planning.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 954
86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to jointly holding elections on uniform election dates.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
HB 1271
85-0 (2017)
Author: Lang, Mike | et. al.
Relating to holding elections on uniform election dates.
House: Elections
Left pending in committee
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 2593
85-0 (2017)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to franchises granted by navigation districts.
House: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
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
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
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
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
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
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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
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
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
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
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 3028
85-0 (2017)
Author: Burns, DeWayne
Relating to groundwater ownership and rights.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in subcommittee
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 3545
85-0 (2017)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to holding elections on uniform election dates.
House: Elections
Referred to Elections
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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
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
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
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
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
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
HCR 160
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4310.
Filed
HCR 161
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4311.
Filed
HCR 162
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4312.
Filed
HCR 163
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4313.
Filed
HCR 164
85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 4314.
Filed
HR 2619
85-0 (2017)
Author: Schubert, Leighton
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 2014.
Reported enrolled
HR 2622
85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 4345.
Reported enrolled
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
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
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
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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
SB 443
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the Rayford Road Municipal Utility District.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 1175
85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the dissolution of water districts.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 1392
85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to groundwater conservation districts.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
SR 936
85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on SB 2014.
Reported enrolled
HB 26
85-1 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the regulation of groundwater.
House: Natural Resources
Received from the House
HB 27
85-1 (2017)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the development of brackish groundwater.
House: Natural Resources
Received from the House
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
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
SB 111
85-1 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the sunset review of the Red River Authority of Texas.
Filed
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
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
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
HB 898
84-0 (2015)
Author: Ashby, Trent
Relating to the confidentiality of certain water well reports.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 4148
84-0 (2015)
Author: Morrison, GeanieSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to compensation and reimbursement of expenses for the board of directors of the Refugio County Drainage District No. 1.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 4153
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery-Grimes Counties Municipal Utility District No. 146; 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
HB 4159
84-0 (2015)
Author: Aycock, Jimmie DonSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the creation of the Bell 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: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 4160
84-0 (2015)
Author: Farney, MarshaSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the creation of the Burnet 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: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 4161
84-0 (2015)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 538; 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
HB 4162
84-0 (2015)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 539; 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
HB 4163
84-0 (2015)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 540; 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
HB 4164
84-0 (2015)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 541; 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
HB 4165
84-0 (2015)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 545; 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
HB 4167
84-0 (2015)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the territory of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 465.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 4168
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the composition of the board of directors and the powers of the Gulf Coast Water Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 4171
84-0 (2015)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend 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: Special Purpose Districts
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 4174
84-0 (2015)
Author: Reynolds, RonSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the creation of a defined area in the Fort Bend County Water Control and Improvement District No. 2; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 4175
84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to eminent domain powers of certain conservation and reclamation districts.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 4176
84-0 (2015)
Author: Crownover, MyraSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the territory, board, and operation of the Lake Cities Municipal Utility Authority.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 4180
84-0 (2015)
Author: Zerwas, JohnSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the conversion of the Harris-Fort Bend Counties Municipal Utility District No. 4 to the Katy Management District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 4183
84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, JasonSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the creation of the Hays County 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: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 4184
84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, JasonSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the Hays County Development District No. 1.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 4185
84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, JasonSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the powers and duties of the Headwaters Municipal Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds and impose taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 4187
84-0 (2015)
Author: Farney, MarshaSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to renaming the Corn Hill Regional Water Authority as the Lone Star Regional Water Authority; altering the governing body's membership.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 4188
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to the powers and duties of the Galveston County Municipal Utility District No. 35; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
HB 4189
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to the powers and duties of the Galveston County Municipal Utility District No. 36; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
HB 4190
84-0 (2015)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 546; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 4191
84-0 (2015)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the powers and duties of the West Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 5; providing authority to impose an impact fee.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HB 4193
84-0 (2015)
Author: Spitzer, Stuart
Relating to the creation of the Kaufman County Municipal Utility District No. 15; 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
HB 4194
84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the ownership and operation of autonomous motor vehicles in LaSalle Municipal Utility District Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 4195
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to qualifications of members of the board of directors of the Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 4196
84-0 (2015)
Author: Stephenson, PhilSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 65 of Fort Bend County, Texas; providing authority to issue bonds payable from taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 4197
84-0 (2015)
Author: Riddle, Debbie
Relating to the powers and duties of the Pine Forest Municipal Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds and impose a tax.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 4198
84-0 (2015)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 543; 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
HB 4200
84-0 (2015)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to the boundaries of the Harris County Fresh Water Supply District No. 58.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HB 4201
84-0 (2015)
Author: Smith, Wayne
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
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HB 4202
84-0 (2015)
Author: Schofield, MikeSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the substitution of land within the boundaries of the Harris County Water Control and Improvement District No. 157 after the approval or issuance of district bonds payable wholly or partly from taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 4203
84-0 (2015)
Author: Schofield, MikeSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the substitution of land within the boundaries of the Harris County Water Control and Improvement District No. 159 after the approval or issuance of district bonds payable wholly or partly from taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 4204
84-0 (2015)
Author: Farney, MarshaSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the creation of the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 33; 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
HB 4205
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to powers and duties of the Porter Special Utility District; granting a limited power of eminent domain in the defined areas or designated property; providing authority to establish defined areas or designated property, to issue bonds, and to impose taxes for the benefit of defined areas or designated property.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
HB 4206
84-0 (2015)
Author: Riddle, DebbieSponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the powers and duties of the Dowdell Public Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 4207
84-0 (2015)
Author: Morrison, GeanieSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Aransas County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds and impose a tax; providing general law authority to impose fees and surcharges.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 4208
84-0 (2015)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 153; 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
HB 4211
84-0 (2015)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the creation of the F.M. 2920/Becker Road Municipal Utility District 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
Referred to Administration
HB 4214
84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the creation of the Legacy 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
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HCR 138
84-0 (2015)
Author: Phillips, LarrySponsor: Estes, Craig
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 1919.
Signed by the Governor
HCR 139
84-0 (2015)
Author: Larson, LyleSponsor: Perry, Charles
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 30.
Signed by the Governor
HCR 148
84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 928.
Filed
HCR 149
84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, JasonSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 3405.
Signed by the Governor
HR 3507
84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 928.
Reported enrolled
SB 305
84-0 (2015)
Author: 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.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 523
84-0 (2015)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the sunset review of river authorities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 552
84-0 (2015)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
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.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 580
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to water intake requirements for the Lower Colorado River Authority.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
SB 611
84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the confidentiality of certain water well reports.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 792
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to authorizing the Post Oak Savannah Groundwater Conservation District to use revenue from export fees to fund road and water infrastructure projects.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
SB 854
84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the renewal or amendment of certain permits issued by groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 855
84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Kuempel, John
Relating to the territory and board of the Canyon Regional Water Authority.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 863
84-0 (2015)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to the audit of river authorities by the state auditor's office.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 946
84-0 (2015)
Author: 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.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 997
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the road powers of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 182.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Corrected comm. report printed & distributed
SB 998
84-0 (2015)
Author: 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
Referred to Special Purpose Districts
SB 999
84-0 (2015)
Author: 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.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 1000
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the use of sales tax revenue collected under certain contracts.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Co-author authorized
SB 1001
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 545; 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
SB 1002
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 540; 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
SB 1051
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the powers and duties of the North Fort Bend Water Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1138
84-0 (2015)
Author: 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.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Left pending in committee
SB 1162
84-0 (2015)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Keffer, Jim
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 1206
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to fees charged by the Coastal Plains Groundwater Conservation District.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1297
84-0 (2015)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the compensation of the board of directors of the Brazos Valley Groundwater Conservation District.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
SB 1360
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the creation of the Aransas County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds and impose a tax; providing general law authority to impose fees and surcharges.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1365
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the territory of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 465.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
SB 1421
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
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.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
SB 1422
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of an infrastructure improvement council by the Rio Grande Regional Water Authority; providing authority to impose a voluntary assessment.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Co-author authorized
SB 1439
84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the territory of the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District; authorizing the regulation of certain wells for the production of groundwater.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
SB 1440
84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the territory, jurisdiction, board composition, elections, 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.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1459
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the powers and duties of the West Harris County Regional Water Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1531
84-0 (2015)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to the use of revenue derived from oil and gas by the Tarrant Regional Water District.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1598
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to an interim study regarding the composition of the Lower Colorado River Authority board of directors.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
SB 1634
84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to limiting certain powers of the Goforth Special Utility District.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1663
84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to exempting certain water districts from review and supervision by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of district bond packages and projects.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1747
84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the establishment of an infrastructure improvement council by the Rio Grande Regional Water Authority.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1815
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to fees charged by the Coastal Bend Groundwater Conservation District.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 2002
84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the powers and duties of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 111 and to the creation of the F.M. 2920/Becker Road Municipal Utility District of Harris County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees, assessments, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 2007
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend 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: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 2008
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 539; 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
SB 2009
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 541; 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
SB 2010
84-0 (2015)
Author: 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.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 2011
84-0 (2015)
Author: 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.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 2012
84-0 (2015)
Author: 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.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 2013
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 538; 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
SB 2014
84-0 (2015)
Author: 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.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 2015
84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: 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 Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
SB 2023
84-0 (2015)
Author: 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.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on local & uncontested calendar
SB 2024
84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery-Grimes Counties Municipal Utility District No. 146; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on local & uncontested calendar
SB 2025
84-0 (2015)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: 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: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 2026
84-0 (2015)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: 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 Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 2027
84-0 (2015)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: 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 Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 2028
84-0 (2015)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: 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 Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 2032
84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to the powers and duties of the Galveston County Municipal Utility District No. 36; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 2033
84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to the powers and duties of the Galveston County Municipal Utility District No. 35; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 2035
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the conversion of the Harris-Fort Bend Counties Municipal Utility District No. 4 to the Katy Management District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
SB 2036
84-0 (2015)
Author: 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.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 2037
84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 543; 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
SB 2039
84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 546; 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
SB 2040
84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
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
Referred to Special Purpose Districts
SB 2049
84-0 (2015)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to qualifications of members of the board of directors of the Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 2052
84-0 (2015)
Author: 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.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on local & uncontested calendar
SB 2053
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Riddle, Debbie
Relating to the powers and duties of the Pine Forest Municipal Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds and impose a tax.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 2056
84-0 (2015)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.Sponsor: 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: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 2057
84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, VanSponsor: Flynn, Dan
Relating to the creation of the Double R Municipal Utility Districts Nos. 1 and 2 of Hunt 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
SB 2060
84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the boundaries of the Harris County Fresh Water Supply District No. 58.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 2061
84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to powers and duties of the Porter Special Utility District; providing authority to establish defined areas or designated property, to issue bonds, and to impose taxes for the benefit of defined areas or designated property; granting a limited power of eminent domain in the defined areas or designated property.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 2064
84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 153; 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
SB 2066
84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to the creation of the Rose City Municipal Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments and fees.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 2069
84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the powers and duties of the Hidalgo County Water Control and Improvement District No. 18; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 2070
84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the powers and duties of the Headwaters Municipal Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds and impose taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 2071
84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the dissolution of the Rebecca Creek Municipal Utility District.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 2072
84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the creation of the Hays County 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: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Special Purpose Districts
SB 2073
84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the Hays County Development District No. 1.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 2074
84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the creation of the Legacy 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 immediately
SB 2075
84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the annexation and eminent domain powers of and the development of certain wastewater projects by the Needmore Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/15
SR 1068
84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 928.
Reported enrolled
HB 64
83-0 (2013)
Author: Craddick, TomSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the liability of and the validation of certain acts of the Midland County Fresh Water Supply District No. 1.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 168
83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the operation, powers, and duties of certain water districts; providing clarification of existing authority with regard to the imposition or use of certain assessments, fees, or taxes; providing authority to change a fee or repeal a tax.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 436
83-0 (2013)
Author: Pitts, JimSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the authority to issue bonds of the Rockett Special Utility District.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 589
83-0 (2013)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the Lower Colorado River Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 635
83-0 (2013)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the sunset review of the Lower Colorado River Authority.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 701
83-0 (2013)
Author: Farney, MarshaSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the Corn Hill Regional Water Authority; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 752
83-0 (2013)
Author: Longoria, OscarSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the types of entities that are considered municipal water suppliers for purposes of the law governing the effect of the subdivision of certain land on certain irrigation water rights.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 776
83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the McMullen Groundwater Conservation District; providing for the imposition of and limiting the rate at which the district may impose an ad valorem tax.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 822
83-0 (2013)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the Edwards Aquifer Authority's power to regulate the transportation of groundwater out of certain counties.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 839
83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the powers, duties, and compensation of the board of directors of the Duval County Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 890
83-0 (2013)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the conversion of the West Travis County Public Utility Agency to the Hill Country Regional Water Authority and to the creation of the Hill Country Regional Water Authority; providing authority to issue revenue bonds or notes; granting the power of eminent domain; providing an administrative penalty; providing authority to impose fees.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 907
83-0 (2013)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the election of members of the board of directors of the Middle Pecos Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HB 935
83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the powers and duties of the Willow Point Municipal Utility District of Fort Bend and Waller Counties; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
HB 964
83-0 (2013)
Author: Murphy, JimSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 529; 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
HB 971
83-0 (2013)
Author: Dale, Tony
Relating to the creation of the Leander TODD Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Williamson County; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HB 995
83-0 (2013)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., SergioSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the powers and duties of the Hidalgo County Water Control and Improvement District No. 19; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 998
83-0 (2013)
Author: Clardy, Travis
Relating to the appropriation of money from the general revenue fund to the Texas Water Development Board to provide a grant to the Angelina and Neches River Authority to be used by the authority for the purpose of obtaining preconstruction permits or other authorizations for the proposed Lake Columbia reservoir project.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 1034
83-0 (2013)
Author: Kleinschmidt, Tim
Relating to the creation of the Cotton Center Municipal Utility District No. 2 of Caldwell 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
Left pending in committee
HB 1157
83-0 (2013)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 136; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1214
83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the irrigation powers and functions of certain water districts; providing authority for a district by rule to change fees; clarifying a district's authority to impose certain assessments.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1218
83-0 (2013)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 536; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
HB 1260
83-0 (2013)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 132; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 1277
83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the powers and duties of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 35; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees or taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 1301
83-0 (2013)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 206; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 1324
83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, JohnSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to exclusion of land from certain water districts that fail to provide service to the land; clarifying and limiting the authority of those districts with outstanding bonds payable from ad valorem taxes to impose taxes on excluded land; providing for a financial review.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1330
83-0 (2013)
Author: Goldman, CraigSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the election of members of the board of directors of the Benbrook Water Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1332
83-0 (2013)
Author: Frank, James
Relating to the administration and powers of the Red River Authority of Texas.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 1339
83-0 (2013)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the authority of certain water districts to hold meetings by teleconference or videoconference.
House: Natural Resources
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1345
83-0 (2013)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the authority of the Harris-Galveston Subsidence District to regulate certain water wells.
House: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
HB 1354
83-0 (2013)
Author: Farney, MarshaSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the creation of the Leander Hills Municipal Utility District of Williamson 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 immediately
HB 1355
83-0 (2013)
Author: Farney, MarshaSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the creation of the North San Gabriel Municipal Utility District of Williamson County; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1356
83-0 (2013)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 477; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1361
83-0 (2013)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to validating certain acts of the Lower Nueces River Water Supply District transferring real property rights.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 1385
83-0 (2013)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 139; 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
HB 1386
83-0 (2013)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Harris-Waller 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: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
HB 1387
83-0 (2013)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 17; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
HB 1460
83-0 (2013)
Author: Gooden, Lance
Relating to the use of land and water for wildlife management.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee