The bill, H.B. No. 5662, establishes new provisions for the Fort Bend County Water Control and Improvement District No. 12, specifically regarding its authority to manage road projects. It introduces Chapter 9096 to the Special District Local Laws Code, which outlines the district's purpose, including the construction, acquisition, and maintenance of roads and related improvements such as storm drainage. The bill emphasizes that the district is created to serve a public purpose and benefit, aligning with constitutional provisions that govern water control and road improvements.

Additionally, the bill grants the district the authority to issue bonds for financing road projects, with a stipulation that the total principal amount of such bonds cannot exceed one-fourth of the assessed value of real property within the district. It also mandates that all road projects must comply with applicable construction standards and regulations set by municipalities or counties, depending on the project's location. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses of the legislature or on September 1, 2025, if that threshold is not met.

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