H.B. No. 2658 amends various sections of the Special District Local Laws Code concerning the Kimble County Hospital District in Texas. Key changes include the qualifications for board members, which now require candidates to be at least 18 years old and residents of the district for one year, removing the previous two-year residency requirement and the stipulation of being a qualified property tax-paying voter. Additionally, the bill establishes that district employees are ineligible to serve as directors. The process for directors to qualify for office has also been updated to include taking an official oath and subscribing to an anti-bribery statement, while the requirement for a commercial bond has been eliminated.

The bill further outlines the responsibilities of the district to establish a hospital system and provides flexibility in budget preparation and amendments. It allows the board to delegate budget preparation duties and to make changes during budget hearings. The fiscal year can now be established by the board, with restrictions on changing it during certain conditions. The designation of a bank as the district's depository has been revised to require a bidding process, ensuring transparency and consideration of service levels and costs. Overall, the bill aims to streamline operations and governance of the Kimble County Hospital District while enhancing accountability and efficiency.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Special District Local Laws Code 1049.052, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.053, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.104, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.105, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.151, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.152, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.153, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.155 (Special District Local Laws Code 1049)
House Committee Report: Special District Local Laws Code 1049.052, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.053, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.104, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.105, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.151, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.152, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.153, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.155 (Special District Local Laws Code 1049)
Engrossed: Special District Local Laws Code 1049.052, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.053, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.104, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.105, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.151, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.152, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.153, Special District Local Laws Code 1049.155 (Special District Local Laws Code 1049)