Relating to the oversight and financing of certain water infrastructure matters under the jurisdiction of the Texas Water Development Board.
What changed between versions
Created a new Texas Water Fund Administrative Fund to pay for board staffing and operational expenses, funded by up to 2% of annual deposits.
Increased bond authority from $25 million to $100 million for water supply and sewer services, and raised grant repayment limits from 70% to 90% of bond principal.
Expanded eligible water projects to include water and wastewater reuse projects, acquisition of out-of-state water rights, and infrastructure for non-project groundwater.
Added requirement for interim study on incorporating wastewater planning into state water planning process, with report due December 2026.
Added September 1, 2027 effective dates for several water code amendments, with some provisions expiring in 2028 or 2047.
Redesigned the Texas Water Fund Advisory Committee from seven to eight members and clarified committee structure and meeting procedures.
Added definition of brackish groundwater for constitutional purposes as water with 3,000+ mg/L total dissolved solids.