Bill > HB2068

This bill modifies the governance and territorial structure of the Harris County Flood Control District by establishing a new board structure, defining district boundaries, and updating various operational provisions. Specifically, the bill creates a five-member board appointed by the governor with staggered four-year terms, allows for potential expansion of the district's territory by adding adjacent counties through a voter-approved process, and transitions management from the Harris County Commissioners Court to this new independent board. The legislation clarifies the district's powers, including the ability to acquire property, issue bonds, engage in flood control and environmental improvement projects, and conduct eminent domain proceedings. Key changes include removing language that previously tied the district exclusively to Harris County's boundaries, establishing clearer definitions of the district's governance, and providing more flexibility in managing flood control, environmental conservation, and recreational projects. The bill maintains the district's existing rights and functions while modernizing its organizational structure and territorial potential. The new board will have the authority to make decisions about flood control, land use, bond issuance, and collaborative projects with other governmental and non-governmental entities.

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