Honorable Lois W. Kolkhorst, Chair, Senate Committee on Administration
FROM:
Ursula Parks, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB1331 by Zerwas (Relating to the creation of the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 224; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.), As Engrossed
No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the Special District Local Laws Code establishing the Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 224. The district would have authority for road projects. The bill provides detail on the governing body, powers and duties, financial provisions (bonds and taxes), and conditions that must be met regarding the district's exercise of eminent domain power.
The bill would take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in each house; otherwise, the bill would take effect September 1, 2017.
Local Government Impact
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.