SRC-MWN H.B. 3635 77(R)   BILL ANALYSIS


Senate Research Center   H.B. 3635
By: Cook (Armbrister)
Natural Resources
4/29/2001
Engrossed


DIGEST AND PURPOSE 

Currently, the Wharton County Commissioners Court perform the duties for
promoting improved drainage and flood control in Wharton County. An ongoing
program of improved drainage and flood control is important as the
population of the county grows. H.B. 3635 establishes the Wharton County
Drainage District, giving the commissioners court the powers and duties of
a drainage district.  

RULEMAKING AUTHORITY

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

SECTION BY SECTION ANALYSIS

SECTION 1. CREATION. Sets forth provisions regarding the creation of the
Wharton County Drainage District. 

SECTION 2. DEFINITION. Defines "district."

SECTION 3. BOUNDARIES. Sets forth proposed boundaries of the district.

SECTION 4. FINDING OF BENEFIT. Sets forth provisions regarding the benefit
of the district. 

SECTION 5. GENERAL POWERS. Sets forth provisions regarding the powers of
the district. 

SECTION 6. BOARD OF DIRECTORS. Provides that the district is composed of
certain persons. 

SECTION 7. CONFIRMATION ELECTION. Sets forth provisions regarding the
calling and holding of an election. 

SECTION 8. FINDINGS RELATED TO PROCEDURAL REQUIREMENTS. Sets forth
provisions regarding notice of the intention of the district has been
fulfilled. 

SECTION 9. EFFECTIVE DATE; EXPIRATION DATE. (a) Provides that this Act
takes effect September 1, 2001. 

(b) Provides that if the district is not confirmed by an election, this Act
expires September 1, 2003.