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
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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
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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
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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
HB 1492 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 140; 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 1506 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bell, CecilSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 106; 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 1547 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the power of the North Fort Bend Water Authority to impose a charge on certain wells or classes of wells.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1563 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, TracySponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to fees of office for directors of groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1571 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 458; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 1572 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 457; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 1586 83-0 (2013)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to municipal consent provisions applicable to the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 126.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1587 83-0 (2013)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 134; 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: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 1588 83-0 (2013)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 133; 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: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 1593 83-0 (2013)
Author: Huberty, DanSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 505; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1594 83-0 (2013)
Author: Huberty, DanSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 504; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1619 83-0 (2013)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to the powers and duties of the Collin County Water Control and Improvement District No. 3; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
HB 1796 83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the renewal or amendment of permits issued by groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1800 83-0 (2013)
Author: Huberty, DanSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 422; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1801 83-0 (2013)
Author: Huberty, DanSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 423; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1883 83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the Harris-Galveston Subsidence District; providing authority to impose a fee.
House: Natural Resources
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1895 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, PhilSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the dissolution of the Parker County Utility District No. 1.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 1941 83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the powers and duties of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 40; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees or taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 1942 83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the powers and duties of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 39; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees or taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 2033 83-0 (2013)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to contract award considerations by certain conservation and reclamation districts.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2055 83-0 (2013)
Author: Phillips, LarrySponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the authority to issue bonds of the Marilee Special Utility District.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2149 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the creation of the Reeves County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees, surcharges, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
HB 2169 83-0 (2013)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to create a groundwater conservation district in certain counties.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2193 83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to powers of the West Harris County Regional Water Authority relating to certain wells.
House: Natural Resources
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 2213 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the creation of the Willacy County Drainage District No. 3; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 2214 83-0 (2013)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 532; 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 2215 83-0 (2013)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 533; 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 2216 83-0 (2013)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 534; 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 2237 83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the recovery of rate case expenses by a water and sewer utility.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2248 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 171; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
HB 2282 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend 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: Special Purpose Districts
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 2283 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend 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: Special Purpose Districts
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 2284 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend 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: Special Purpose Districts
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 2285 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 211; 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 2286 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 212; 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 2287 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 213; 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 2307 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 18; 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 2341 83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 47; 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 2382 83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the addition of land in the territory of the Ranch at Clear Fork Creek Municipal Utility District No. 1.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HB 2578 83-0 (2013)
Author: Larson, Lyle | et. al.
Relating to the development of brackish groundwater and the use of brackish water and seawater; providing a penalty.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 2591 83-0 (2013)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the sale by the Brazos River Authority and regulation of certain residential and commercial real property in the immediate vicinity of Possum Kingdom Lake.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 2592 83-0 (2013)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the liability of certain special-purpose districts or authorities providing water to a purchaser for the generation of electricity.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 2640 83-0 (2013)
Author: Workman, PaulSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the creation of the Western Travis County Groundwater Conservation District; providing general law authority to issue bonds and exercise the power of eminent domain; providing general law authority to impose assessments, fees, surcharges, or taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Administration
Left pending in committee
HB 2704 83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, BillSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to bids for construction contracts for certain conservation and reclamation districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 2739 83-0 (2013)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to permitting requirements of groundwater conservation districts, including permits to transfer water.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2740 83-0 (2013)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to the renewal or amendment of permits issued by groundwater conservation districts.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2744 83-0 (2013)
Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the applicability of certain provisions concerning the transfer of exotic species to certain transfers of water that supply populous areas.
House: Natural Resources
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 2750 83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 50; 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 2768 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Justin
Relating to the administration and judicial review of a suit involving a groundwater conservation district.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2832 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dale, Tony | et. al.
Relating to the provision of emergency services in the Bella Vista Municipal Utility District.
House: County Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2987 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to certain water districts that do not provide water and sanitary sewer service to certain users in the districts' territory.
House: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
HB 3073 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to the operation, powers, and duties of certain levee improvement districts.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 3137 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio III, EddieSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to limiting the amount of a fee or assessment imposed by the Rio Grande Regional Water Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 3281 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain local laws concerning special districts, including conforming amendments.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3603 83-0 (2013)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to water conservation.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 3605 83-0 (2013)
Author: Burnam, Lon | et. al.Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to financial assistance awarded by the Texas Water Development Board for water supply projects.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 3607 83-0 (2013)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the submission and enforcement of system water loss audits performed by certain retail public utilities.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 3864 83-0 (2013)
Author: Stephenson, Phil
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 184; 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 3866 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the composition of the board of directors of the Fort Bend Subsidence District.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3868 83-0 (2013)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 135; 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 3869 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the power and duties of the Fulshear Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Fort Bend County.
House: Natural Resources
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 3870 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 531; 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 3871 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smith, WayneSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the powers and duties of the Gulf Coast Waste Disposal Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3872 83-0 (2013)
Author: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the name and powers and duties of the Port O'Connor Municipal Utility District; providing authority to impose a sales and use tax.
House: Natural Resources
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 3873 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the powers and duties of Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 194.
House: Natural Resources
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 3876 83-0 (2013)
Author: Riddle, Debbie
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 530; 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 3877 83-0 (2013)
Author: Pitts, JimSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the powers and duties of the Ellis County Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3878 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gooden, Lance
Relating to the Lazy W District No. 1.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3881 83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 49; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3882 83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 48; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3885 83-0 (2013)
Author: Riddle, Debbie
Relating to powers of the North Harris County Regional Water Authority relating to certain wells.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HB 3886 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Water Control and Improvement District No. 161; granting the 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 3887 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the Fulshear Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
HB 3888 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the powers of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 188, including powers related to the construction, operation, and financing of roads; providing authority to issue bonds and impose a tax.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
HB 3889 83-0 (2013)
Author: Darby, DrewSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the dissolution of the Lipan Creek Flood Control District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3892 83-0 (2013)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the period for confirmation and the terms of the temporary directors of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 102.
House: Natural Resources
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 3893 83-0 (2013)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the period for confirmation and the terms of the temporary directors of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 104.
House: Natural Resources
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 3894 83-0 (2013)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the period for confirmation and the terms of the temporary directors of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 117.
House: Natural Resources
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 3898 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hilderbran, HarveySponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to water districts in Bandera County.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 3900 83-0 (2013)
Author: Geren, CharlieSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the board of directors of the Tarrant Regional Water District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 3901 83-0 (2013)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the creation of the Cascades Municipal Utility District No. 1; 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 3902 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the administration, powers, and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 134.
House: Natural Resources
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3903 83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, JasonSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to increase certain fees; authorizing a fee.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 3906 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miller, Doug
Relating to the creation of the Kendall County 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: Special Purpose Districts
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3910 83-0 (2013)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the boundaries of the East Montgomery County Municipal Utility Districts Nos. 6 and 7.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 3911 83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the creation of the Crosswinds Municipal Utility District; 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 3913 83-0 (2013)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the powers and duties of the Canyon Falls Water Control and Improvement District No. 2 of Denton County; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3915 83-0 (2013)
Author: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the Calhoun County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to impose a voter-approved tax or fee.
House: Natural Resources
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3918 83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the creation of the Needmore Ranch 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: Special Purpose Districts
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3920 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the West Fort Bend Water Authority; providing authority to issue bonds; granting the power of eminent domain; providing an administrative penalty; providing authority to impose fees or taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Left pending in committee
HB 3921 83-0 (2013)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 137; 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 3922 83-0 (2013)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 138; 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 3923 83-0 (2013)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the powers and duties of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 105; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Natural Resources
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3924 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miller, DougSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the creation of the Comal Trinity Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or surcharges.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 3925 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smith, WayneSponsor: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to the dissolution of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 213; the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 213-A; the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 213-B; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 3926 83-0 (2013)
Author: Orr, Rob
Relating to the creation of the Chisholm Trails 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: Special Purpose Districts
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HB 3927 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to certain project powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Levee Improvement District No. 7; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees or taxes.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HB 3931 83-0 (2013)
Author: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the election of members of the board of directors of the Pecan Valley Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HB 3932 83-0 (2013)
Author: Farney, MarshaSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the period for confirmation of the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 21.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3933 83-0 (2013)
Author: González, MarySponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the transfer of territory, assets, liabilities, and duties of the former Cuadrilla Improvement Corporation to the Lower Valley Water District.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 3934 83-0 (2013)
Author: Riddle, DebbieSponsor: Patrick, Dan
Relating to powers of the North Harris County Regional Water Authority relating to certain wells.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 3936 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the authority to issue bonds of the Mustang Special Utility District.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HB 3937 83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the creation of the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 2; 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 3938 83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the creation of the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 3; 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 3939 83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the creation of the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 4; 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 3940 83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the creation of the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 5; 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 3941 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miller, DougSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the creation of the Comal County Water Improvement District No. 3; 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: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 3943 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, SarahSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 537; 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 9/1/13
HB 3945 83-0 (2013)
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: Administration
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 3947 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.Sponsor: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 402 regarding road projects.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 3948 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Relating to procedures for the dissolution of the Hidalgo County Water Improvement District No. 3.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HB 3949 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dale, Tony | et. al.
Relating to the provision of emergency services in the Williamson-Travis Counties Water Control and Improvement District No. 1G.
House: County Affairs
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HB 3950 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dale, Tony | et. al.
Relating to the provision of emergency services in the Williamson-Travis Counties Water Control and Improvement District No. 1F.
House: County Affairs
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HB 3951 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dale, Tony | et. al.
Relating to the provision of emergency services in the Bella Vista Municipal Utility District.
House: County Affairs
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HB 3953 83-0 (2013)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to authorizing certain special districts in Montgomery County to enter into strategic partnership agreements.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HCR 208 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miller, Doug
Recalling H.B. No. 3941 from the governor.
Filed
HCR 211 83-0 (2013)
Author: Miller, DougSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 3941.
Senate passage reported
HR 2795 83-0 (2013)
Author: Frank, James
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 281.
Reported enrolled
SB 4 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Relating to the administration and functions of the Texas Water Development Board; authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 235 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Relating to the creation of regional authorities for water infrastructure projects.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 273 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Miller, Rick
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 206; providing authority to impose taxes and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 281 83-0 (2013)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Frank, James
Relating to the administration and powers of the Red River Authority of Texas.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 293 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the authority of certain water districts to hold meetings by teleconference or videoconference.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Open Government
Effective immediately
SB 322 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Toth, Steve
Relating to the period for confirmation and the terms of the temporary directors of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 102.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 323 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Toth, Steve
Relating to the period for confirmation and the terms of the temporary directors of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 104.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 324 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Toth, Steve
Relating to the period for confirmation and the terms of the temporary directors of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 117.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 351 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: 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 Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 448 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Relating to the audit of certain river authorities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 454 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Stephenson, Phil
Relating to the authority of the Jackson County Navigation District to file an annual compilation or review report with the executive director of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality in lieu of filing an annual audit report.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 482 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: 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 and impose a tax.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 483 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 132; 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 508 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
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.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
SB 564 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 536; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 587 83-0 (2013)
Author: 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
Referred to Special Purpose Districts
SB 595 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the power of the North Fort Bend Water Authority to impose a charge on certain wells or classes of wells.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 604 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 458; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 606 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 457; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 607 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 18; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 608 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Harris-Waller Counties Municipal Utility District No. 3; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 609 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 17; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 610 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 477; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 611 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: 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 Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 619 83-0 (2013)
Author: 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.
Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 621 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 140; 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 622 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 106; 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 623 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Toth, Steve
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 138; 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 624 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Toth, Steve
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 137; 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 625 83-0 (2013)
Author: 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, and taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 683 83-0 (2013)
Author: Birdwell, BrianSponsor: Goldman, Craig
Relating to the election of members of the board of directors of the Benbrook Water Authority.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
SB 703 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the powers and duties of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 39; providing authority to impose a tax or fee and issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 704 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the powers and duties of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 35; providing authority to impose a tax or fee and issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 705 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the powers and duties of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 40; providing authority to impose taxes and fees and issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 706 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 47; 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 724 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 133; 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 725 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 134; 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 751 83-0 (2013)
Author: Patrick, DanSponsor: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 531; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 752 83-0 (2013)
Author: Patrick, DanSponsor: Riddle, Debbie
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 530; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 836 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the powers and duties of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 171; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 856 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodríguez, JoséSponsor: Márquez, Marisa
Relating to the administration and management of elections and public information of the El Paso County Water Improvement District No. 1.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 873 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the permitting authority of a groundwater conservation district for the drilling or operation of a water well used to supply water for the drilling, exploration, or production of oil or gas.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 890 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, CarlosSponsor: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the creation of the Reeves County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees, surcharges, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 902 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fraser, TroySponsor: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the operation, powers, and duties of certain water districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
See remarks for effective date
SB 918 83-0 (2013)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the sale by the Brazos River Authority and regulation of certain real property in the immediate vicinity of Possum Kingdom Lake.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
SB 958 83-0 (2013)
Author: Fraser, TroySponsor: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the liability of certain special-purpose districts or authorities providing water to a purchaser for the generation of electricity.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1012 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the McMullen Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1026 83-0 (2013)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain local laws concerning special districts, including conforming amendments.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Administration
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 1031 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the Harris-Galveston Subsidence District; providing authority to impose a fee.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1064 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 208; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1065 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 209; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1066 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 210; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1067 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 211; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1068 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 212; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1069 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 213; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1071 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 532; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1072 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 533; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1073 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Murphy, Jim
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 534; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1075 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the addition of land in the territory of the Ranch at Clear Fork Creek Municipal Utility District No. 1.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1116 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Kuempel, John
Relating to the creation, administration, powers, duties, functions, operations, and financing of the Crystal Clear Special Utility District; providing authority to issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1169 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to water conservation.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
House passage as amended reported
SB 1212 83-0 (2013)
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.Sponsor: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the applicability of certain provisions concerning the transfer of exotic species to certain transfers of water that supply populous areas.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
SB 1266 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 135; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1299 83-0 (2013)
Author: Patrick, DanSponsor: Callegari, Bill
Relating to powers of the West Harris County Regional Water Authority relating to certain wells.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 1423 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: 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
Effective immediately
SB 1481 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Dale, Tony
Relating to the provision of emergency services in the Bella Vista Municipal Utility District.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1482 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the issuance of a public security by certain special districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 1663 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to certain water districts that do not provide water and sanitary sewer service to certain users in the districts' territory.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1760 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the development of brackish groundwater.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 1763 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to permitting requirements of groundwater conservation districts, including permits to transfer water.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1822 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the name and powers and duties of the Port O'Connor Municipal Utility District; providing authority to impose a sales and use tax.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1823 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the administration, powers, and duties of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 134.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1824 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the powers of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 188, including powers related to the construction, operation, and financing of roads; providing authority to issue bonds and impose a tax.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1825 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the composition of the board of directors of the Fort Bend Subsidence District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1829 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Toth, Steve
Relating to the powers and duties of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 105; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1830 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the powers and duties of Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 194.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1831 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the power and duties of the Fulshear Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Fort Bend County.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1834 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the powers and duties of the Gulf Coast Waste Disposal Authority.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
No action taken in committee
SB 1835 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the Calhoun County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to impose a voter-approved tax.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 1838 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to the creation of the Cotton Center Municipal Utility District No. 2 of Caldwell County; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1841 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Davis, John
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Water Control and Improvement District No. 161; granting the 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
SB 1843 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the Fulshear Municipal Utility District No. 2; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1844 83-0 (2013)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the Corn Hill Regional Water Authority.
Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1845 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 48; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1846 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 49; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1847 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 50; 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 1848 83-0 (2013)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the dissolution of the Lipan Creek Flood Control District.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1852 83-0 (2013)
Author: Paxton, KenSponsor: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to the powers and duties of the Collin County Water Control and Improvement District No. 3; providing authority to issue bonds.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1854 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Miller, Rick
Relating to certain project powers and duties of the Fort Bend County Levee Improvement District No. 7; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1858 83-0 (2013)
Author: Huffman, JoanSponsor: Stephenson, Phil
Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 184; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Returned to Calendars Committee
SB 1859 83-0 (2013)
Author: Huffman, JoanSponsor: Murphy, Jim
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, and taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 1862 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the creation of the Crosswinds Municipal Utility District; 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
SB 1865 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the boundaries of the East Montgomery County Municipal Utility Districts Nos. 6 and 7.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1866 83-0 (2013)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the regulation of certain water wells by the Brewster County Groundwater Conservation District.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1867 83-0 (2013)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Workman, Paul
Relating to the creation of the Cascades Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1868 83-0 (2013)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the creation of the Needmore Ranch 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: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1869 83-0 (2013)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Miller, Doug
Relating to the creation of the Kendall County 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: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1870 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the West Fort Bend Water Authority; providing authority to issue bonds; granting the power of eminent domain; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 1873 83-0 (2013)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the authority to issue bonds of the Mustang Special Utility District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1874 83-0 (2013)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the dissolution of the Parker County Utility District No. 1.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1876 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the election of members of the board of directors of the Pecan Valley Groundwater Conservation District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 1877 83-0 (2013)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the creation of the Venable 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, or taxes.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1883 83-0 (2013)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
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 Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Special Purpose Districts
SB 1890 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to procedures for the dissolution of the Hidalgo County Water Improvement District No. 3.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1893 83-0 (2013)
Author: Birdwell, BrianSponsor: Orr, Rob
Relating to the creation of the Chisholm Trails 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: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1898 83-0 (2013)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to the dissolution of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 213; the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 213-A; the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 213-B; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, or taxes.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1899 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the creation of the LaSalle 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: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1900 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the creation of the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 2; 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
SB 1901 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the creation of the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 3; 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
SB 1902 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the creation of the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 4; 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
SB 1903 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the creation of the LaSalle Municipal Utility District No. 5; 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
SB 1905 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the transfer of territory, assets, liabilities, and duties of the former Cuadrilla Improvement Corporation to the Lower Valley Water District.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1909 83-0 (2013)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the period for confirmation of the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 21.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Special Purpose Districts
SB 1910 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the Fulshear Municipal Utility District No. 3 and the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 184; providing authority to impose taxes and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1913 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to authorizing certain special districts in Montgomery County to enter into strategic partnership agreements.
House: Special Purpose Districts Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1915 83-0 (2013)
Author: Campbell, DonnaSponsor: Miller, Doug
Relating to the creation of the Comal County Water Improvement District No. 3; 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: Natural Resources
House appoints conferees-reported
SCR 39 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Kuempel, John
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1116.
Signed by the Governor
SR 1063 83-0 (2013)
Author: Estes, Craig
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 281.
Reported enrolled
HB 24 83-1 (2013)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the development of brackish groundwater.
Filed
HB 50 83-1 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to research on and the treatment of saline water.
Filed
HB 29 83-2 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to research on and the treatment of saline water.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 84 82-0 (2011)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to the creation of the Hunt County Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
HB 315 82-0 (2011)
Author: Flynn, DanSponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the creation of the Hunt County Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 494 82-0 (2011)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the recovery of certain rate case expenses by a water and sewer utility.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
