Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HB592

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

Caption

Relating to the election, and validation of acts, of members of the board of directors of Anderson County Underground Water Conservation District.

Impact

The bill also includes a provision that validates all actions taken by the water conservation district prior to the bill's effective date, effectively retroactively affirming their legality and compliance with laws. This aspect has significant implications for ensuring continuity in the governance of the water conservation district and addresses any uncertainties about the legality of past actions. This retroactive validation reinforces the legitimacy of the district's operations and decisions made by the board, reassuring stakeholders about the governance continuity and legal validity of previously conducted business.

Summary

House Bill 592 addresses the governance structure of the Anderson County Underground Water Conservation District, particularly focusing on the election processes and the validation of actions taken by the board of directors. This bill mandates that elections for board members occur every two years on the uniform election date, thus establishing a regular and predictable schedule for governance transitions. Regular elections are intended to enhance democratic processes within water conservation governance and ensure community representation on issues critical to water management in Anderson County.

Contention

One potential point of contention arises from the retroactive validation clause, which could face scrutiny or opposition from those concerned about accountability and transparency in government actions. Critics might argue that affirming past actions without a thorough review may conceal potential mismanagement or overreach by the governing body. Conversely, proponents of the bill assert that this validation is necessary to ensure that the district can effectively carry out its obligations without the burden of legal challenges hindering its operations, especially in the face of ongoing water management issues.

Companion Bills

TX HB1683

Same As Relating to the election, and validation of acts, of members of the board of directors of Anderson County Underground Water Conservation District.

TX SB848

Identical Relating to the election, and validation of acts, of members of the board of directors of Anderson County Underground Water Conservation District.

Previously Filed As

TX HB5409

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

TX SB2630

Relating to the validation of certain acts of the Austin County Municipal Utility District No. 1.

TX HB5418

Relating to the powers, duties, operation, administration, and board of directors of the Karis Municipal Management District of Tarrant County; providing authority to impose assessments.

TX SB2592

Relating to the Lavaca-Navidad River Authority, following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering terms of the board of directors; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.

TX HB1525

Relating to the Lavaca-Navidad River Authority, following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering terms of the board of directors; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.

TX SB1056

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

TX HB1699

Relating to the authority of the Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District to impose certain fees.

TX SB1085

Relating to the authority of the Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District to impose certain fees.

TX SB962

Relating to the effect of a change in the boundaries of the single-member districts from which the members of the board of directors of the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District are elected.

TX HB5025

Relating to the boundaries of the single-member districts for and vacancies on the board of directors of the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District.

Similar Bills

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