S.B. No. 3045 proposes the creation of the Hills of Walnut Creek Municipal Utility District in Parker County, Texas, granting it limited powers such as eminent domain, bond issuance, and the ability to impose assessments, fees, and taxes. The bill introduces new legal language by adding Chapter 7897 to the Special District Local Laws Code, which outlines the district's governance structure, including a board of five elected directors, and specifies that temporary directors will be appointed until permanent ones are elected. The establishment of the district requires consent from local municipalities, and it is authorized to undertake road projects while adhering to relevant construction standards and municipal regulations.

A significant provision of the bill is the addition of Section 7897.0307, which explicitly states that the district may not exercise the power of eminent domain, thereby protecting property rights within its jurisdiction. The bill also details financial provisions, allowing the district to issue bonds without an election under certain conditions, while ensuring that any ad valorem tax or bond issuance must be approved by voters. The procedural requirements for the bill's introduction have been met, and it will take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses, or on September 1, 2025, if not.

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