Texas HB1690 amends the Water Code to require notice for groundwater transfer permit applications.

Texas HB1690 amends Section 36.122 of the Water Code by adding a new subsection (d-1). This amendment mandates that groundwater conservation districts adopt rules requiring notice for applications filed to comply with the permit transfer process. The notice must be paid for by the applicant, sent by certified mail to adjacent districts and relevant county commissioners courts, and published in local newspapers. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB1690 amends the Water Code to require notice for groundwater transfer permit applications.

Texas HB1690 amends Section 36.122 of the Water Code by adding a new subsection (d-1). This amendment mandates that groundwater conservation districts adopt rules requiring notice for applications filed to comply with the permit transfer process. The notice must be paid for by the applicant, sent by certified mail to adjacent districts and relevant county commissioners courts, and published in local newspapers. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.