H.B. No. 3628 amends various sections of the Texas Water Code to enhance the review and updating process of guidance principles and rules related to the state water and flood plans. The bill mandates that the Texas Water Development Board, in coordination with relevant state agencies, must review and update these principles and rules at least every five years to align with the five-year cycle for adopting new water and flood plans. Additionally, it specifies that the requirement for reviewing rules every four years, as outlined in the Government Code, does not apply to rules adopted under this legislation.

The bill introduces new subsections in Sections 16.051, 16.053, 16.061, and 16.062, which outline the responsibilities of the board in updating the guidance principles and rules. These updates are intended to ensure that the plans reflect the public interest and incorporate input from various state departments. The changes aim to streamline the regulatory process and ensure that the state's water and flood management strategies remain current and effective. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Water Code 16.051, Water Code 16.053, Water Code 16.061, Water Code 16.062 (Water Code 16)
House Committee Report: Water Code 16.051, Water Code 16.053, Water Code 16.061, Water Code 16.062 (Water Code 16)