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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 84(R)

Senate Bill 695

Senate Author:  Taylor, Larry et al.

Effective:  9-1-15

House Sponsor:  Faircloth et al.


            Senate Bill 695 requires the legislature to establish a joint interim committee to report on a study of the feasibility and desirability of creating and maintaining a coastal barrier system in Texas that includes a series of gates and barriers to prevent storm surge damage to gulf beaches or coastal ports, industry, or property.