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TX SB1720
TX SB1720Relating to production fees imposed by the Southwestern Travis County Groundwater Conservation District; authorizing an increase in the rate of the fee.
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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
03/13/2025
03/13/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025
06/02/2025
Introduced Session
89th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to production fees imposed by the Southwestern Travis County Groundwater Conservation District; authorizing an increase in the rate of the fee.
AI Summary
This bill amends the law governing the Southwestern Travis County Groundwater Conservation District by increasing the maximum production fee that can be imposed on water wells from 20 cents to 50 cents per thousand gallons. A production fee is a charge levied on water wells based on the amount of water actually withdrawn, and this bill specifically applies to wells that are not exempt from permitting. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, allowing the groundwater conservation district to potentially increase its revenue from water production fees. The change provides the district with more flexibility in funding its operations by allowing a higher fee rate, which could support groundwater management, conservation efforts, and district infrastructure.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs (on 03/13/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=SB1720 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/SB01720I.htm |
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