S.B. No. 1745 proposes to rename and redefine the Cedar Port Navigation and Improvement District, previously known as Chambers County Improvement District No. 1. The bill amends the heading of Chapter 3854 in the Special District Local Laws Code to reflect this new name and updates the definition of "District" to refer to the Cedar Port Navigation and Improvement District. Additionally, it clarifies the nature of the district as a political subdivision of the state and outlines its general powers, including rights and privileges conferred by various chapters of the Local Government and Water Codes.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new section allowing the district to act as a nonfederal sponsor under federal project partnership agreements, which includes operating barges and engaging in dredging and related maritime operations outside its territory. It also updates the authority of the district to acquire interests in land in accordance with specific chapters of the Water Code. The bill 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)