Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB1405

Filed

Out of Senate Committee

4/20/09

Voted on by Senate

4/28/09

Out of House Committee

Voted on by House

Governor Action

Bill Becomes Law

Caption

Relating to the establishment of an advisory committee to assist the Texas Water Development Board in incorporating the potential effects of climate variability into the state water plan.

Impact

The establishment of this advisory committee is expected to enhance the state's water planning efforts by integrating climate variability considerations into the water management strategies. Specifically, it mandates the committee to review global climate models and past drought records to better understand how varying climates could affect water availability. This forward-thinking approach is likely to improve both the resilience and sustainability of Texas’s water supply, especially in light of recurrent drought conditions endemic to the region.

Summary

SB1405 aims to establish an advisory committee to assist the Texas Water Development Board in addressing the effects of climate variability on the state's water supply and demand. This bill is particularly relevant given the increasing challenges related to climate change, which affects both groundwater and surface water resources throughout Texas. The committee will be tasked with assessing past and predicted climate variations and their potential impacts on water resources, facilitating more informed and sustainable water planning for the future.

Contention

While the bill addresses critical issues related to climate change and water management, there may be contention regarding the implementation of the recommendations made by the advisory committee. Stakeholders involved in water management and environmental protection may have differing opinions on the best methods to address these challenges, particularly when it comes to the adoption of innovative water technologies like desalination and water reuse. As the bill evolves, discussions around local versus state control over water resources and the prioritization of funding for such initiatives may surface.

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Companion Bills

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