Senate Bill No. 2251 seeks to establish the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 259, granting it limited powers of eminent domain, the ability to issue bonds, and the authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes. The bill introduces a new chapter, Chapter 8012A, to the Special District Local Laws Code, which outlines the governance structure consisting of a board of five elected directors, with temporary directors appointed until elections for permanent directors can be held. The bill also mandates municipal consent prior to these elections and details the district's responsibilities, including the design, construction, and maintenance of road projects, as well as the imposition of taxes for operational needs.

A significant provision of the bill is the addition of Section 8012A.0307, which prohibits the district from exercising the power of eminent domain unless a two-thirds vote is achieved from all elected members in each house. The bill also confirms that all necessary legal notices have been published and that recommendations from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality have been received. If passed, the bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, ensuring compliance with all constitutional and legislative requirements related to its introduction and passage.

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