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Texas Senate Bill SB2521

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB2521

Filed
 
Out of Senate Committee
4/23/09  
Voted on by Senate
5/5/09  
Out of House Committee
5/19/09  
Voted on by House
5/25/09  
Governor Action
6/19/09  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Enrolled
5/26/09  

Caption

Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 63; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.

Impact

The creation of this municipal utility district will significantly affect local governance and service provision in Brazoria County. By empowering the district with the authority to levy taxes and issue bonds, SB2521 facilitates necessary funding for local infrastructure improvements, specifically relating to roads and drainage systems. This can lead to enhanced services for residents but may also place an additional financial burden on property owners within the district that are subject to these taxes.

Summary

SB2521 proposes the establishment of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 63. The bill outlines the powers and responsibilities of the district, primarily focusing on utilities management and infrastructure development. It allows the district to impose taxes and issue bonds to finance its operations. Furthermore, it grants limited powers of eminent domain for necessary road projects and infrastructure improvements, which is a critical aspect of enabling the district to fulfill its public purpose of enhancing local services and utilities.

Contention

Although the bill aims to address infrastructure needs, it may face criticism regarding the concentration of authority and potential overreach in exercising eminent domain. The limitation on the use of eminent domain outside the district signifies a boundary to control, but the granting of such powers raises concerns among local residents about the adequacy of safeguards against misuse. Opponents may argue that creating additional districts can complicate governance and dilute the accountability of local officials.

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Companion Bills

TX HB4786

Identical Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 63; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.

Previously Filed As

TX SB2579

Relating to the creation of the Guadalupe County Municipal Utility District No. 8; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX SB2599

Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 594; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX SB2604

Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 589; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX HB5365

Relating to the creation of the Austin County 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 SB2616

Relating to the creation of the Travis County Municipal Utility District No. 27; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX HB5343

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

TX HB5353

Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 594; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX HB5327

Relating to the creation of the Guadalupe County Municipal Utility District No. 8; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX HB5347

Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 597; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX HB5362

Relating to the creation of the Waller County Municipal Utility District No. 57; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

Similar Bills

TX SB2156

Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX HB4606

Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Water Control and Improvement District No. 10; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX HB4786

Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 63; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.

TX SB2147

Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 82; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX HB4581

Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 82; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX SB1355

Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 83; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX HB2833

Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 83; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.

TX HB1963

Relating to the creation of the Brazoria County Municipal Utility District No. 70; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.