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 enhance collaboration among various governmental entities in addressing water resource management and planning.

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 the initiative to improve water resource management through cooperative efforts.

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