SB1599 allows certain special districts to use operation and maintenance tax funds for peace officer costs.

SB1599 amends the Water Code to allow certain special districts to use operation and maintenance ad valorem tax funds to pay for the costs of contracting for or employing peace officers. This change affects districts authorized to levy and collect taxes for operation and maintenance purposes, including for engineering and legal fees, organization and administrative expenses, and other operational costs. The bill takes effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in both legislative houses, otherwise it will take effect on September 1, 2025.

SB1599 allows certain special districts to use operation and maintenance tax funds for peace officer costs.

SB1599 amends the Water Code to allow certain special districts to use operation and maintenance ad valorem tax funds to pay for the costs of contracting for or employing peace officers. This change affects districts authorized to levy and collect taxes for operation and maintenance purposes, including for engineering and legal fees, organization and administrative expenses, and other operational costs. The bill takes effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in both legislative houses, otherwise it will take effect on September 1, 2025.