The bill, H.B. No. 1529, proposes an amendment to the Special District Local Laws Code regarding the production fees imposed by the Southwestern Travis County Groundwater Conservation District. Specifically, it allows for an increase in the maximum rate of the production fee that the district can impose on wells that are not exempt from permitting. The current cap of 20 cents per thousand gallons will be raised to 50 cents per thousand gallons.

This change aims to provide the district with greater flexibility in managing water resources and ensuring sustainable groundwater use. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, allowing for a transition period for stakeholders to adjust to the new fee structure.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Special District Local Laws Code 8871.154 (Special District Local Laws Code 8871)