Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HB4831

Filed
 
Out of House Committee
5/8/09  
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to the election of the board of directors of the Crockett County Water Control and Improvement District.

Impact

The bill is significant as it formally organizes the election process within the Crockett County Water Control and Improvement District, ensuring that the election of directors occurs at predictable intervals. This consistency can help to foster greater citizen engagement and accountability in local governance as residents will know exactly when they can participate in the electoral process for their water management representatives.

Summary

House Bill 4831, focused on the governance structure of the Crockett County Water Control and Improvement District, seeks to amend the election process for the district's board of directors. The bill stipulates that elections are to be held on the uniform election date in November of every even-numbered year. This legislative change aims to provide a consistent timeline for elections, thereby enhancing the governance and stability of the district.

Contention

Discussions surrounding HB 4831 may center on the degree of control local districts should have over their governance structures. Supporters of the bill likely argue that having a set election date can streamline operations and contribute to better management of water resources. However, there could also be concerns regarding whether this standardization meets the specific needs of Crockett County's unique circumstances, and whether it allows sufficient flexibility for local governance.

Notable_points

The bill also includes provisions to validate all governmental acts and proceedings relating to the election of the board that occurred before the effective date of this Act. It explicitly states that this validation does not apply to matters involved in ongoing litigation at the time the law takes effect. This retrospective validation could alleviate concerns about the legitimacy of prior board actions, but it also raises questions about the implications for ongoing legal disputes.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SB1056

Relating to the directors and administration of the Hidalgo County Water Improvement District No. 3.

TX SB1848

Relating to the dissolution by election of certain urban area water control and improvement districts.

TX HB5308

Relating to the dissolution of the McMullen County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1.

TX SB2566

Relating to the dissolution of the McMullen County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1.

TX HB2912

Relating to the election of the board of directors of the San Jacinto River Authority.

TX SB1088

Relating to eligibility to serve as a member of the board of directors of the West Central Texas Municipal Water District.

TX HB2630

Relating to eligibility to serve as a member of the board of directors of the West Central Texas Municipal Water District.

TX HB5409

Relating to the board of directors and duties of the Gulf Coast Protection District.

TX HB5318

Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Water Control and Improvement District No. 6; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX HB5405

Relating to the conversion of the Legacy Water Control and Improvement District to the Legacy Municipal Management District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

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