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TX SB971

Bill

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Sparks

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals Section 15.001(14) of the Water Code, which contained the definition of "rural political subdivision" for the Texas Water Assistance Program, as added by S.B. 469 during the 88th Legislature Regular Session (2023)

  • Takes effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from all members elected to each chamber of the legislature

  • If the two-thirds vote threshold is not met, the act takes effect September 1, 2025

  • Passed the Senate on March 13, 2025, with a vote of 30-0

  • Passed the House on May 21, 2025, with a vote of 126-20, with two members present not voting

Legislative Description

Relating to the definition of a rural political subdivision for purposes of the Texas Water Assistance Program.

Economic & Industrial Development

Last Action

Effective immediately

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources4/9/2025
Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs2/13/2025

Full Bill Text

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