Relating to the transfer of certain state property from the Department of Aging and Disability Services to the Angelina and Neches River Authority.
Impact
The legislative framework established by SB1058 allows for the real property in question to be owned and managed by the Angelina and Neches River Authority. This transfer is significant as it exemplifies the collaboration between state agencies towards a common goal of effective water resource management. Furthermore, provisions within the bill safeguard the state's interests by reserving mineral rights and stipulating that if the property is utilized inappropriately for more than 180 days, it will revert back to the Department of Aging and Disability Services.
Summary
SB1058 pertains to the transfer of specific state property from the Department of Aging and Disability Services to the Angelina and Neches River Authority. The primary objective of this bill is to facilitate the management of water resources on the designated property, ensuring that the authority utilizes it in a manner that serves the public interest. The bill includes provisions for the type of consideration that must be agreed upon for the transfer, placing a significant emphasis on its intended public usage.
Contention
While the bill received support for its objective of enhancing water management operations, potential points of contention may arise surrounding the public purpose requirement for the property's use. The requirement that the property must not remain underutilized for extended periods poses questions about the monitoring and enforcement of compliance. Critiques may center on the balance between state control and local needs, especially in terms of ensuring that water resources are managed effectively and responsively.
Last_action
If approved, the Act takes immediate effect provided it secures a two-thirds vote approval from all elected members in both houses, otherwise its implementation is set for September 1, 2011.
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