S.B. No. 2407 amends the Special District Local Laws Code to implement recommendations from the Sunset Advisory Commission regarding the Lower Neches Valley Authority. Key changes include extending the review period for the authority under the Texas Sunset Act to September 1, 2037, and modifying the term length for directors from six years to four years. The bill also introduces new provisions that establish the governor's authority to designate a board president, require the board to separate policy-making from management functions, and outline specific grounds for the removal of board members, such as failure to maintain qualifications or excessive absences from meetings.

Additionally, the bill mandates that newly appointed directors complete a training program before participating in board activities, with provisions for reimbursement of travel expenses related to training. It also requires the authority to maintain a system for handling complaints and to provide public opportunities for testimony at board meetings. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and includes transitional provisions for current board members regarding the new training requirements.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Special District Local Laws Code 8504.0021 (Special District Local Laws Code 8504)
Senate Committee Report: Special District Local Laws Code 8504.0021 (Special District Local Laws Code 8504)
Engrossed: Special District Local Laws Code 8504.0021 (Special District Local Laws Code 8504)
House Committee Report: Special District Local Laws Code 8504.0021 (Special District Local Laws Code 8504)
Enrolled: Special District Local Laws Code 8504.0021, Special District Local Laws Code 8504.052 (Special District Local Laws Code 8504)