Relating to the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District; authorizing a fee.

SB 2660 authorizes the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District to charge a fee for groundwater use, primarily affecting non-agricultural users within the district. The fee is capped at 38 cents per 1,000 gallons withdrawn or the cost of surface water from other suppliers, whichever is higher, and cannot be imposed on agricultural wells or exempt wells under district rules. The bill repeals previous restrictions prohibiting such fees and allows district revenues to fund any lawful purpose. This policy change directly impacts groundwater users not covered by agricultural exemptions, aiming to provide a funding mechanism for the district.