Texas 2019 - 86th Regular

Texas House Bill HB4629

Caption

Relating to the powers and duties of Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 101.

Impact

With the enactment of HB 4629, local governance in Montgomery County will experience an empowerment of utility administration. The bill is designed to facilitate the creation of new utility districts, thus allowing more localized control over utility services and taxation matters. This could potentially lead to an optimized response to community needs, though it might also raise questions about the fiscal management of the newly formed districts, especially concerning their taxation and bonding capabilities.

Summary

House Bill 4629 relates to the powers and duties of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 101. The bill introduces provisions that allow for the division of a utility district into two or more new districts, provided that the original district has no outstanding bonded debt and is not imposing ad valorem taxes. Each new district created via this division would inherit the abilities and responsibilities of the original district. The legislative intention is to enhance administrative efficiency and tailor governance to the specific needs of smaller, newly created districts.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HB 4629 appears to be largely positive among proponents who appreciate enhanced autonomy for local utility management and the tailored governance that could result from the division of larger utility districts. Supporters argue that local entities are better positioned to address specific utility needs. However, there may be concerns raised among opponents regarding the fiscal challenges that these new districts might face without adequate oversight or funding mechanisms once separated from the larger district.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the potential for fragmented governance where multiple small districts may lead to inconsistencies in service quality and regulatory oversight. Critics may argue that splitting utility management into smaller districts could dilute the effectiveness of resource allocation and oversight, leading to disparities in service delivery. Additionally, the requirement for each new district to hold elections for confirmation might delay the operational timeline and create complexities in governance.

Companion Bills

TX SB769

Same As Relating to the powers and duties of Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 101.

Previously Filed As

TX HB5413

Relating to the powers and duties of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 2.

TX HB5412

Relating to the powers and duties of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 3.

TX SB2624

Relating to the Mustang Ridge Municipal Utility District, the Wildwood Municipal Utility District, the Creedmoor Municipal Utility District, and the Williamson County Municipal Utility District No. 40; granting limited powers of eminent domain.

TX HB5411

Relating to the board of directors and powers and duties of the Twinwood Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX HB5374

Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 226; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX HB5320

Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 227; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX HB5339

Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 223; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX HB5332

Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 229; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.

TX SB2572

Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 229; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees and taxes.

TX HB5397

Relating to the name, powers, and duties of the 3 B&J Municipal Utility District.

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