S.B. No. 1745 amends the Special District Local Laws Code to officially rename the "Chambers County Improvement District No. 1" to the "Cedar Port Navigation and Improvement District." This change is reflected in the heading of Chapter 3854 and throughout various sections of the code, including the definition of the district and its nature as a political subdivision of the state. The bill also updates the rights, powers, and privileges of the district, ensuring it aligns with applicable laws, including those related to water and municipal management.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new section, 3854.1515, which grants the district the authority to act as a nonfederal sponsor under federal project partnership agreements. This includes the ability to operate barges, engage in dredging, and conduct related maritime operations, even outside the district's territory. The bill also clarifies the district's authority to acquire land interests in accordance with relevant water code chapters. The act is set to take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses or on September 1, 2025, if that threshold is not met.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Special District Local Laws Code 3854.001, Special District Local Laws Code 3854.002, Special District Local Laws Code 3854.151, Special District Local Laws Code 3854.153 (Special District Local Laws Code 3854)
Senate Committee Report: Special District Local Laws Code 3854.001, Special District Local Laws Code 3854.002, Special District Local Laws Code 3854.151, Special District Local Laws Code 3854.153 (Special District Local Laws Code 3854)
Engrossed: Special District Local Laws Code 3854.001, Special District Local Laws Code 3854.002, Special District Local Laws Code 3854.151, Special District Local Laws Code 3854.153 (Special District Local Laws Code 3854)
House Committee Report: Special District Local Laws Code 3854.001, Special District Local Laws Code 3854.002, Special District Local Laws Code 3854.151, Special District Local Laws Code 3854.153 (Special District Local Laws Code 3854)
Enrolled: Special District Local Laws Code 3854.001, Special District Local Laws Code 3854.002, Special District Local Laws Code 3854.151, Special District Local Laws Code 3854.153 (Special District Local Laws Code 3854)