S.B. No. 480 amends the Government Code by adding Section 791.038, which grants local governments the authority to enter into interlocal contracts with other local governments, the state, or the federal government for the purpose of participating in water research or planning activities. This new provision aims to facilitate collaboration among various governmental entities to address water resource management and planning more effectively.

The bill is set to take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses of the legislature; otherwise, it will become effective on September 1, 2025. The legislation passed unanimously in both the Senate and the House, indicating strong bipartisan support for enhancing local government capabilities in water resource management.

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