H.B. No. 2512 amends the Local Government Code to establish new provisions regarding the release of certain areas from a municipality's extraterritorial jurisdiction. The bill specifies that the extraterritorial jurisdiction cannot be reduced without the municipality's written consent, except in specific circumstances, including compliance with new sections added to the law. Notably, it introduces a requirement that residents must file a petition for release only if they reside in the area in question, and municipalities must notify residents and landowners of any petitions received within seven business days.

Additionally, the bill includes a new section that allows landowners the opportunity to opt out of removal from the municipality's extraterritorial jurisdiction before any release occurs. The changes apply only to petitions or elections filed after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025. The bill aims to clarify the process and conditions under which areas can be released from municipal jurisdiction, ensuring that residents and landowners are adequately informed and involved in the decision-making process.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Local Government Code 42.101, Local Government Code 42.151 (Local Government Code 42)
House Committee Report: Local Government Code 42.101, Local Government Code 42.151 (Local Government Code 42)
Engrossed: Local Government Code 42.101, Local Government Code 42.151 (Local Government Code 42)
Senate Committee Report: Local Government Code 42.101, Local Government Code 42.151 (Local Government Code 42)
Enrolled: Local Government Code 42.023, Local Government Code 42.101, Local Government Code 42.151, Local Government Code 42.152 (Local Government Code 42)