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Texas House Bill HB5652

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB5652

Voted on by House
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 258; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

Impact

The creation of this district is marked by a focus on serving public utilities, which includes responsibilities tied to road construction and maintenance. Established under Title 6 of the Special District Local Laws Code, the bill ensures that the district can undertake various public benefit projects, reinforcing local infrastructure. The district will be governed by a board of directors who are elected by constituents within the district, ensuring local accountability in decision-making processes regarding utility services and development.

Summary

House Bill 5652 seeks to create the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 258. This bill grants a limited power of eminent domain to the district, allowing it to exercise rights typically associated with public entities for the construction and maintenance of necessary infrastructure. Specifically, the district is empowered to issue bonds to finance its operations and projects and is authorized to impose assessments, fees, and taxes as needed to support its purposes.

Contention

While the bill is oriented toward improving local infrastructure and providing necessary services, potential points of contention may arise regarding the imposition of assessments and the authority granted for bond issuance. Provisions regarding the limited power of eminent domain are meant to safeguard community interests, but they may also raise concerns among property owners about their land rights. Furthermore, the requirement for municipal consent before holding elections for permanent directors emphasizes the need for collaboration with local municipalities, which could influence the district's implementation and operational challenges.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Water Code

  • Chapter 49. Provisions Applicable To All Districts
    • Section: 102
    • Section: 316
    • Section: 107
    • Section: 108
  • Chapter 54. Municipal Utility Districts
    • Section: 016
    • Section: 0165

Latest HB5652 Activity

Companion Bills

TX SB3036

Identical Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 258; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

Similar Bills

TX HB1492

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.

TX SB621

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.

TX HB5391

Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 218; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

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 HB4682

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.

TX HB4649

Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 198; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX SB2015

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.