Texas House Bill HB1361

Texas 2013 - 83rd Regular

Caption

Relating to validating certain acts of the Lower Nueces River Water Supply District transferring real property rights.

Impact

The bill’s impact extends to the local jurisdictions affected by these transfers, notably ensuring that the City of Corpus Christi retains ownership of the rights associated with the transferred properties. It prevents any legal claim that could arise due to alleged procedural irregularities in the original transfer process. The validation aims to eliminate any uncertainties that could complicate property rights and municipal governance for areas previously served by the Lower Nueces River Water Supply District.

Summary

House Bill 1361 is designed to validate certain past acts of the Lower Nueces River Water Supply District regarding the transfer of real property rights to the City of Corpus Christi. The bill specifically addresses actions taken on or before August 1, 1986, which included settling debts and transferring all district assets to the city. The legislation effectively aims to clear any questions regarding the legality of these transactions, thereby ensuring that the transfers are recognized as valid and confirmed from the dates they occurred.

Contention

While the bill does not appear to face significant opposition, the nature of property rights transfers often sparks discussion regarding local governance and the historical context of district dissolutions. Critics may question the transparency and fairness of past actions taken by the district, particularly around the adequacy of the public decision-making processes during the asset transfers. The language of the bill reaffirms the validity of past actions and could lead to some scrutiny regarding past governance practices by public entities.