Texas HB5659 modifies water transaction procedures for the Northeast Texas Municipal Water District.

Texas HB5659 amends existing law to establish new procedural requirements for the Northeast Texas Municipal Water District. Before entering into a contract or acquiring a water appropriation permit, the District's Board of Directors must hold a public hearing. Interested parties can speak at the hearing, and notice of the hearing must be provided. Additionally, the District can only enter into a contract or acquire a permit if approved by a majority vote of the governing body of each city entitled to appoint directors. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB5659 modifies water transaction procedures for the Northeast Texas Municipal Water District.

Texas HB5659 amends existing law to establish new procedural requirements for the Northeast Texas Municipal Water District. Before entering into a contract or acquiring a water appropriation permit, the District's Board of Directors must hold a public hearing. Interested parties can speak at the hearing, and notice of the hearing must be provided. Additionally, the District can only enter into a contract or acquire a permit if approved by a majority vote of the governing body of each city entitled to appoint directors. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.