The bill, S.B. No. 2080, introduces several amendments to the Government Code and Transportation Code concerning governmental entities that operate port facilities. It allows port commissions and boards of trustees to establish alternative standards for the electronic storage and retention of local government records, ensuring that these standards do not conflict with existing state or federal laws. Additionally, the bill clarifies that navigation districts, port authorities, and boards of trustees are excluded from the definition of "governmental entity" in certain contexts, thereby streamlining their operations.

Furthermore, the bill grants port commissions the authority to delegate purchasing powers for routine contracts up to $500,000, while also allowing boards to make routine purchases up to $50,000 without competitive bidding. It also stipulates that closed meetings held by port commissions regarding security measures do not require recording, thereby enhancing confidentiality in sensitive discussions. The provisions of this bill are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Water Code 60.403, Transportation Code 54.054, Tax Code 25.07 (Transportation Code 54, Water Code 60, Tax Code 25)
Senate Committee Report: Tax Code 25.07, Transportation Code 54.054, Water Code 60.403 (Transportation Code 54, Water Code 60, Tax Code 25)
Engrossed: Transportation Code 54.054 (Transportation Code 54, Water Code 60, Tax Code 25)
House Committee Report: Transportation Code 54.005, Transportation Code 54.003 (Transportation Code 54, Water Code 60, Tax Code 25)