S.B. No. 13 proposes to amend the Local Government Code by adding Section 395.0231, which mandates that political subdivisions provide credits against water and wastewater impact fees to builders and developers who engage in specific water conservation and reuse projects. The bill outlines that eligible projects include facilities, systems, or products that reduce water consumption, decrease the need for wastewater treatment, lessen stormwater demands, or utilize advanced water efficiency practices that surpass standard compliance requirements.

Additionally, the bill requires political subdivisions to establish fair and consistent procedures for calculating, applying, and approving these credits. The provisions of this act are set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

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