Relating to the use of reclaimed water that has been treated to meet certain standards as part of an aquifer storage and recovery project.

SB 2885 allows Texas water authorities to permit the injection of treated reclaimed water into aquifers for storage and recovery projects, provided the water meets specific standards set by the commission. This amendment to the Water Code directly affects water utilities, environmental agencies, and aquifer management projects seeking to use recycled water. The key mechanism enables the commission to authorize such water use through rules or individual permits, streamlining access to this water resource. The law took effect on September 1, 2025, after being signed by the governor.