SRC-MAX S.B. 1879 75(R)   BILL ANALYSIS


Senate Research Center   S.B. 1879
By: Wentworth
Intergovernmental Relations
4-8-97
As Filed

DIGEST

Currently, Williamson County is included only in the electric service area
of the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) while receiving its water
services from the Brazos River Authority (BRA). In 1995, a historic
agreement was signed by the BRA and LCRA which created the "Alliance" to
cooperate on the conservation, planning, and development of regional water
resources in Williamson County.  This bill would allow LCRA to provide
water services within Williamson County. 

PURPOSE

As proposed, S.B. 1879 allows the Lower Colorado River Authority to
provide water services within Williamson County. 

RULEMAKING AUTHORITY

This bill does not grant any additional rulemaking authority to a state
officer, institution, or agency. 

SECTION BY SECTION ANALYSIS

SECTION 1. Amends Section 26, Article 8280-107, V.T.C.S., to authorize the
Lower Colorado River Authority to exercise all powers within Williamson
County under certain conditions.  Makes a conforming change. 

SECTION 2. Emergency clause.
  Effective date:  upon passage.