Relating to the creation of the Red River Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds; granting the power of eminent domain.
Impact
The legislation impacts state laws concerning groundwater management by introducing specific provisions for the creation and governance of local groundwater districts. Under SB2529, the newly formed district will serve public interests in groundwater conservation, enabling it to regulate extraction processes and establish necessary fees. The district is precluded from imposing taxes but may generate revenue through water production fees, thereby financially empowering it to meet conservation goals and initiatives effectively.
Summary
SB2529 establishes the Red River Groundwater Conservation District, primarily focused on managing groundwater resources in Grayson and Fannin Counties, Texas. This bill empowers the district to levy production fees based on the amount of groundwater extracted, thereby creating a financial framework to support the conservation and management of these vital resources. The legislation aims to foster sustainable practices in groundwater extraction while ensuring that the local water needs of communities are adequately met.
Contention
One notable point of contention that may arise from SB2529 revolves around the governance structure of the district and the appointment of its directors. The bill stipulates that appointments shall be made by various municipal and county entities, which could lead to political disputes over representation. Furthermore, the specific provisions regarding fee assessments might draw scrutiny from local water users, especially agricultural interests, who could see these fees as burdensome. There may also be concerns regarding the balance between conservation efforts and economic impacts on water-dependent sectors.
Relating to the creation of the River Ranch 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.
Relating to the creation of the Highland Park Municipal Utility District of Grayson County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Relating to the creation of the Highland Park Municipal Utility District of Grayson County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Relating to the creation of the Fannin Farms Municipal Utility District of Fannin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Relating to the creation of the Fannin Farms Municipal Utility District of Fannin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Relating to the creation of the Cross Timbers Regional Utility Authority; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments and fees.
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.
Relating to the creation of the Blanton Creek Estates Municipal Utility District of Fannin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Relating to the creation of the Blanton Creek Estates Municipal Utility District of Fannin County; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Relating to the creation of the Harrison County and Prairielands Groundwater Conservation Districts; providing authority to impose a tax and issue bonds and granting a limited power of eminent domain.
Relating to the creation of the Prairielands Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
Relating to the creation of the Val Verde County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees, surcharges, and taxes.
Relating to the creation of the Val Verde County Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose fees, surcharges, and taxes.
Relating to the creation of the Deep East Texas Groundwater Conservation District; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.