The bill, S.B. No. 2235, amends the Local Government Code by adding Section 140.014, which prohibits political subdivisions from imposing fees to fund climate or environmental projects. The bill defines a "climate or environmental project" as initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, mitigating climate change impacts, and enhancing public awareness of environmental issues, while explicitly excluding basic sanitation or waste disposal services. Additionally, it clarifies that the term "fee" encompasses any charges or payments required by a political subdivision for various services or approvals.

This legislation aims to restrict the financial mechanisms available to local governments for funding environmental initiatives, thereby potentially limiting their ability to address climate-related challenges. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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