The bill, S.B. No. 2124, amends Section 26.406(c) of the Water Code regarding the publication timeline of the Texas Groundwater Protection Committee's annual report. The amendment changes the deadline for the report's publication from April 1 to June 1 of each year. This report will cover the committee's activities and findings from the previous calendar year and must include details on groundwater monitoring programs, documented cases of groundwater contamination, and the status of enforcement actions related to those cases.

The bill emphasizes the importance of timely reporting on groundwater issues, allowing for a more comprehensive overview of the current status of groundwater protection efforts in Texas. The new effective date for this change is set for September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Water Code 26.406 (Water Code 26)
Senate Committee Report: Water Code 26.406 (Water Code 26)
Engrossed: Water Code 26.406 (Water Code 26)