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TX HB2970
Bill
Status
6/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Dennis Paul
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AI Summary
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Transfers authority to appoint the presiding officer of the Gulf Coast Protection District board from the board itself to the governor, with the presiding officer serving a two-year term and limited to two consecutive terms
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Prohibits district projects from disrupting navigation safety or two-way vessel traffic in ways that violate rules adopted by the board of pilot commissioners for the ports of Harris County
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Takes effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both legislative chambers, otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025
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Passed the House 142-0 on April 30, 2025, and the Senate 31-0 with amendments on May 14, 2025; House concurred in Senate amendments 110-8 on May 20, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the management and operation of the Gulf Coast Protection District.
Special Districts & Authorities
Last Action
Effective immediately
6/20/2025