TX
Texas House Bill HB4762

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HB4762

Filed
 
Out of House Committee
4/27/09  
Voted on by House
5/5/09  
Out of Senate Committee
5/12/09  
Voted on by Senate
5/21/09  
Governor Action
6/19/09  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Enrolled
5/23/09  

Caption

Relating to the territory of and the validation of certain governmental acts and proceedings of the Edwards Aquifer Authority.

Impact

By validating previously issued permits related to water withdrawals as specified by the law, House Bill 4762 is expected to have implications for water resource management in the covered counties, including Bexar, Medina, and Uvalde. The bill assures that certain permits which were in effect prior to this bill's passage remain valid and enforceable, streamlining the regulatory framework for those entities operating under the EAA's rules. With the amendments to territory definitions, the EAA can continue to enforce and manage regional water resources with more clarity.

Summary

House Bill 4762 relates to the territory of and the validation of certain governmental acts and proceedings of the Edwards Aquifer Authority (EAA). This legislation is aimed at amending existing statutes regarding the EAA's jurisdiction, particularly regarding the boundaries that define the authority's operational scope. The bill effectively clarifies which geographical areas fall under the oversight of the EAA and addresses how certain governmental acts enacted by the authority are validated.

Contention

While proponents of the bill may see the validation of governmental acts as a necessary step to ensure consistent management and regulation of water resources, there may be concerns about how this centralizes authority in the EAA while potentially limiting local oversight or adaptive management practices. Depending on community impacts, stakeholders may voice either support for the streamlining of regulations or opposition if they perceive it to undermine local governance or environmental protections.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SB2608

Relating to the creation of the Martindale Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Caldwell County, Texas; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX HB5388

Relating to the creation of the Martindale Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Caldwell County, Texas; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX HB5415

Relating to the creation of the Elm Fork Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Cooke County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX SB2622

Relating to the creation of the Elm Fork Municipal Utility District No. 1 of Cooke County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX SB2598

Relating to the creation of the Honey Creek Improvement District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments and fees.

TX HB5356

Relating to the creation of the Honey Creek Improvement District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments and fees.

TX HB196

Relating to the creation of the Honey Creek Improvement District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments and fees.

TX HB51

Relating to the creation of the Honey Creek Improvement District No. 1; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments and fees.

TX HB5380

Relating to the creation of the Theon Ranches 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.

TX HB5322

Relating to the administration, powers, territory, and financing of the Garfield Municipal Utility District No. 1.

Similar Bills

TX SB1116

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.

TX SB2577

Relating to the creation of the Atascosa 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.

TX HB5317

Relating to the creation of the Atascosa 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.