The bill, S.B. No. 1720, 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it allows the district to increase the maximum production fee from 20 cents to 50 cents per thousand gallons of water withdrawn from non-exempt wells. This change aims to provide the district with greater flexibility in managing water resources and ensuring sustainable groundwater use.

The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, if passed. The increase in the production fee is intended to reflect the growing demand for water and the need for effective conservation measures within the district.

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