S.B. No. 1055 amends the Special District Local Laws Code regarding permit fees for groundwater wells imposed by the Southeast Texas Groundwater Conservation District. The bill specifically changes the maximum allowable fee from one cent to seven cents per thousand gallons of groundwater withdrawn for any purpose. This adjustment aims to provide the district with greater flexibility in managing groundwater resources and ensuring sustainable practices. The bill is set to take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds majority vote from all elected members in both houses of the legislature. If it does not achieve this necessary vote, the bill will take effect on September 1, 2025. The legislation has already passed both the Senate and the House with significant support, indicating a strong legislative intent to enhance groundwater management in Southeast Texas.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Special District Local Laws Code 8868.153 (Special District Local Laws Code 8868)
Senate Committee Report: Special District Local Laws Code 8868.153 (Special District Local Laws Code 8868)
Engrossed: Special District Local Laws Code 8868.153 (Special District Local Laws Code 8868)
House Committee Report: Special District Local Laws Code 8868.153 (Special District Local Laws Code 8868)
Enrolled: Special District Local Laws Code 8868.153 (Special District Local Laws Code 8868)