Texas HB5558 amends the Local Government Code to change the board of directors for certain public utility agencies.

Texas HB5558 modifies the Local Government Code to change the composition of the board of directors for certain public utility agencies. It mandates that each participating public entity is entitled to appoint at least one director. Additionally, for public utility agencies located in both the county containing the Capitol and an adjacent county, one director will be elected by the qualified voters of each county. A "qualified voter" is defined as a registered voter residing within the public utility agency's service area. This Act takes effect January 1, 2027.

Texas HB5558 amends the Local Government Code to change the board of directors for certain public utility agencies.

Texas HB5558 modifies the Local Government Code to change the composition of the board of directors for certain public utility agencies. It mandates that each participating public entity is entitled to appoint at least one director. Additionally, for public utility agencies located in both the county containing the Capitol and an adjacent county, one director will be elected by the qualified voters of each county. A "qualified voter" is defined as a registered voter residing within the public utility agency's service area. This Act takes effect January 1, 2027.