Texas House Bill HB2035

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

• Out of House Committee: 4/7/09
• Voted on by House: 5/17/09
• Out of Senate Committee: 5/22/09
• Voted on by Senate: 5/27/09
• Governor Action: 6/19/09
• Enrolled: 5/29/09
• Passed: 6/19/09

Caption

Relating to the creation of the Hood County Granbury Municipal Utility District No. 1; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.

Impact

The creation of this district allows for increased local control over infrastructure development and financing in the area. By granting the district authority to impose taxes, the bill promotes the funding of necessary utilities and infrastructure projects, which are vital for the growth and development of Hood County. Additionally, the ability to issue bonds enables the district to undertake larger projects that might otherwise be financially unattainable for local municipalities.

Summary

House Bill 2035 establishes the Hood County Granbury Municipal Utility District No. 1, which is designed to provide essential public services within its jurisdiction. This district is created under the Texas Constitution and is primarily aimed at facilitating the construction, maintenance, and operation of utilities and infrastructure projects. The bill entails provisions for the district to impose taxes, issue bonds for financing, and exercise a limited power of eminent domain for public projects like road improvements and municipal services.

Contention

Notably, there are implications regarding the district's ability to exercise eminent domain, which may raise concerns among property owners about the potential for land acquisition without their consent. Furthermore, the requirement for municipal consent ensures that local governance remains a priority, but could also introduce complexities if there are disagreements among stakeholders regarding district activities and development agreements. The effectiveness and efficiency of the district's operations largely depend on collaborative agreements with local governments, which may lead to contention in future discussions about project prioritization or resource allocation.