The bill, introduced by Representative Raymond, mandates the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to conduct a comprehensive study focused on safeguarding public drinking water supply systems and wastewater treatment facilities from various potential threats. These threats include electrical outages, catastrophic weather events, criminal conduct, the anticipated impacts of climate change, and other disruptions that could affect water service. The TCEQ is required to collaborate with other state agencies and stakeholders to ensure a thorough examination of these issues.

By September 1, 2026, the TCEQ must produce a report detailing the findings of the study, along with recommendations for legislative or other actions aimed at enhancing the protection of the identified facilities. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.