TX HB2438

Replaces the petition requirement (previously requiring 10 registered taxpaying voter signatures) for director candidates with a standard application process under Chapter 144 of the Election Code

Simplifies director qualifications by removing the requirements that candidates be freeholders and at least 18 years old, while adding a prohibition on district employees serving as directors

Adds a vice president position to the board's elected officers, joining the existing president and secretary positions

Updates construction contract procedures by authorizing the board to enter public work contracts under Chapter 2269, Government Code, and applying Chapter 2253 performance and payment bond requirements, replacing the previous $2,000 advertising threshold

Removes provisions related to assistant administrator positions and allows the district to incur debt payable from revenue under additional authorities including Section 315.002, Health and Safety Code