83(R) SB 1026 - Enrolled version

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	S.B. No. 1026




	AN ACT
	relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain local laws
	concerning special districts, including conforming amendments.
	BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS:
	ARTICLE 1. NONSUBSTANTIVE REVISION OF LOCAL LAWS
	SECTION 1.01. Subtitle A, Title 3, Special District Local
	Laws Code, is amended by adding Chapters 1075, 1076, 1087, 1096,
	1107, 1109, 1110, 1112, 1113, 1114, 1115, 1116, and 1117 to read as
	follows:
	CHAPTER 1075. STAMFORD HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1075.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 1075.002. AUTHORITY FOR CREATION
	Sec. 1075.003. ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FUNCTION
	Sec. 1075.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 1075.005. DISTRICT SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE NOT
	STATE OBLIGATION
	Sec. 1075.006. RESTRICTION ON STATE FINANCIAL
	ASSISTANCE
	[Sections 1075.007-1075.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1075.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM
	Sec. 1075.052. NOTICE OF ELECTION
	Sec. 1075.053. BALLOT PETITION
	Sec. 1075.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 1075.055. BOND; RECORD OF BOND AND OATH
	Sec. 1075.056. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 1075.057. OFFICERS
	Sec. 1075.058. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES
	Sec. 1075.059. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR; ASSISTANT
	ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1075.060. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT
	ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1075.061. EMPLOYEES
	Sec. 1075.062. RETIREMENT PROGRAM
	[Sections 1075.063-1075.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1075.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY
	Sec. 1075.102. RESTRICTION ON POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
	TAXATION AND DEBT
	Sec. 1075.103. MANAGEMENT, CONTROL, AND ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1075.104. HOSPITAL SYSTEM
	Sec. 1075.105. RULES
	Sec. 1075.106. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING
	Sec. 1075.107. RATES AND CHARGES
	Sec. 1075.108. EMINENT DOMAIN
	Sec. 1075.109. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS
	Sec. 1075.110. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES
	FOR CARE AND TREATMENT
	Sec. 1075.111. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES
	Sec. 1075.112. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED
	[Sections 1075.113-1075.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1075.151. BUDGET
	Sec. 1075.152. FISCAL YEAR
	Sec. 1075.153. AUDIT
	Sec. 1075.154. FINANCIAL REPORT
	Sec. 1075.155. DEPOSITORY
	Sec. 1075.156. AUTHORITY TO BORROW MONEY; SECURITY
	[Sections 1075.157-1075.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1075.201. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1075.202. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1075.203. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION
	Sec. 1075.204. EXECUTION OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1075.205. REFUNDING BONDS
	Sec. 1075.206. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION
	[Sections 1075.207-1075.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1075.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX
	Sec. 1075.252. TAX RATE
	CHAPTER 1075. STAMFORD HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1075.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the board of directors of the
	district.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Stamford Hospital District.
	(New.)
	Sec. 1075.002. AUTHORITY FOR CREATION. The Stamford
	Hospital District is created under the authority of Section 9,
	Article IX, Texas Constitution, and has the rights, powers, and
	duties prescribed by this chapter. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108,
	Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.003. ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FUNCTION. The district
	performs an essential public function in carrying out the purposes
	of this chapter. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 8 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 1a, Chapter 108,
	Acts of the 59th Legislature, Regular Session, 1965, as amended by
	Section 1, Chapter 563, Acts of the 63rd Legislature, Regular
	Session, 1973. (New.)
	Sec. 1075.005. DISTRICT SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE NOT STATE
	OBLIGATION. The support and maintenance of the district may not
	become a charge against or obligation of this state. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 18 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.006. RESTRICTION ON STATE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE.
	The legislature may not make a direct appropriation for the
	construction, maintenance, or improvement of a district facility.
	(Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 18 (part).)
	[Sections 1075.007-1075.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1075.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM. (a) The board
	consists of seven elected directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered two-year terms unless
	four-year terms are established under Section 285.081, Health and
	Safety Code.
	(c) The election order must state the time, place, and
	purpose of the election. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 4
	(part).)
	Sec. 1075.052. NOTICE OF ELECTION. At least five days
	before the date of a directors' election, notice of the election
	must be published one time in a newspaper of general circulation in
	the district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.053. BALLOT PETITION. A person who wants to have
	the person's name printed on the ballot as a candidate for director
	must file with the board secretary a petition requesting that
	action. The petition must be:
	(1) signed by at least 10 registered voters; and
	(2) filed by the deadline imposed by Section 144.005,
	Election Code. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. To be eligible
	to hold office as a director, a person must be a resident
	property-owning taxpaying voter of the district. (Acts 59th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.055. BOND; RECORD OF BOND AND OATH. (a) Each
	director shall execute a good and sufficient bond for $1,000 that
	is:
	(1) payable to the district; and
	(2) conditioned on the faithful performance of the
	director's duties.
	(b) Each director's bond and constitutional oath of office
	shall be deposited with the district's depository bank for
	safekeeping. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.056. BOARD VACANCY. If a vacancy occurs in the
	office of director, the remaining directors by majority vote shall
	appoint a director for the unexpired term. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 108, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.057. OFFICERS. (a) The board shall elect from
	among its members a president, vice president, secretary, and other
	officers as in the judgment of the board are necessary.
	(b) The president is the chief executive officer of the
	district and has the same right to vote as any other director.
	(c) If the president is absent or fails and declines to act,
	the vice president shall perform the president's duties and
	exercise the president's powers under this chapter. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.058. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES. A director is not
	entitled to compensation but is entitled to receive actual expenses
	incurred in attending to district business on approval of the
	expenses by the remainder of the board. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	108, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.059. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR; ASSISTANT
	ADMINISTRATOR. (a) The board shall appoint a qualified person as
	district administrator.
	(b) The board may appoint an assistant administrator.
	(c) The district administrator and assistant administrator
	serve at the will of the board and shall receive the compensation
	determined by the board.
	(d) On assuming the duties of district administrator, the
	administrator shall execute a bond payable to the district in an
	amount set by the board of not less than $10,000 that:
	(1) is conditioned on the administrator performing the
	administrator's duties; and
	(2) contains any other condition the board requires.
	(Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.060. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR.
	Subject to any limitations prescribed by the board, the district
	administrator shall:
	(1) supervise the work and activities of the district;
	and
	(2) direct the affairs of the district. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.061. EMPLOYEES. The board may employ any
	doctors, technicians, nurses, and other employees as considered
	necessary for the efficient operation of the district or may
	provide that the district administrator has the authority to employ
	those persons. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.062. RETIREMENT PROGRAM. The board may enter
	into any contract or agreement with this state or the federal
	government as required to establish or continue a retirement
	program for the benefit of the district's employees. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 5 (part).)
	[Sections 1075.063-1075.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1075.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY. The district has
	full responsibility for:
	(1) operating all hospital facilities for providing
	medical and hospital care of indigent persons in the district; and
	(2) providing medical and hospital care for the
	district's needy inhabitants. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108,
	Secs. 2 (part), 17 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.102. RESTRICTION ON POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
	TAXATION AND DEBT. A political subdivision located within the
	district may not impose a tax or issue bonds or other obligations
	for hospital purposes or for medical treatment of indigent persons
	in the district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 17 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.103. MANAGEMENT, CONTROL, AND ADMINISTRATION.
	The board shall manage, control, and administer the district's
	hospitals and hospital system. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec.
	5 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.104. HOSPITAL SYSTEM. The district shall provide
	for:
	(1) the establishment of a hospital or hospital system
	by:
	(A) purchasing, constructing, acquiring,
	repairing, or renovating buildings and improvements; and
	(B) equipping the buildings and improvements;
	and
	(2) the administration of the hospital or hospital
	system for hospital purposes. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 2
	(part).)
	Sec. 1075.105. RULES. The board may adopt rules for the
	operation of the district and as required to administer this
	chapter. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Secs. 5 (part), 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.106. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING. The board may
	prescribe:
	(1) the method and manner of making purchases and
	expenditures by and for the district; and
	(2) all accounting and control procedures. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.107. RATES AND CHARGES. The board shall
	prescribe the rates and charges for:
	(1) services;
	(2) supplies; and
	(3) the use of hospital facilities. (Acts 59th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 14 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.108. EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) The district may
	exercise the power of eminent domain to acquire a fee simple or
	other interest in any type of property located in district
	territory if the interest is necessary or convenient to a power,
	right, or privilege conferred by this chapter.
	(b) The district must exercise the power of eminent domain
	in the manner provided by Chapter 21, Property Code. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 12.)
	Sec. 1075.109. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS. The board may accept
	for the district a gift or endowment to be held in trust and
	administered by the board for the purposes and under the
	directions, limitations, or other provisions prescribed in writing
	by the donor that are not inconsistent with the proper management
	and objectives of the district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108,
	Sec. 15.)
	Sec. 1075.110. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES FOR
	CARE AND TREATMENT. The board may contract with:
	(1) any county or municipality located outside the
	district for the care and treatment of a sick or injured person of
	that county or municipality; and
	(2) this state or a federal agency for the treatment of
	a sick or injured person for whom this state or the federal
	government is responsible. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 5
	(part).)
	Sec. 1075.111. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES. (a)
	When a patient who resides in the district is admitted to a district
	facility, the district administrator shall have an inquiry made
	into the circumstances of:
	(1) the patient; and
	(2) the patient's relatives legally liable for the
	patient's support.
	(b) If the district administrator determines that the
	patient or those relatives cannot pay for all or part of the
	patient's care and treatment in the hospital, the amount that
	cannot be paid becomes a charge against the district.
	(c) If the district administrator determines that the
	patient or those relatives can pay for all or part of the patient's
	care and treatment, the patient or those relatives shall be ordered
	to pay the district a specified amount each week for the patient's
	support. The amount ordered must be proportionate to their
	financial ability and may not exceed the actual per capita cost of
	maintenance.
	(d) The district administrator may collect the amount from
	the patient's estate, or from those relatives legally liable for
	the patient's support, in the manner provided by law for the
	collection of expenses of the last illness of a deceased person.
	(e) If there is a dispute as to the ability to pay, or doubt
	in the mind of the district administrator, the board shall hold a
	hearing and, after calling witnesses, shall:
	(1) resolve the dispute or doubt; and
	(2) issue any appropriate orders. (Acts 59th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 14 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.112. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED. The district,
	through the board, may sue and be sued. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	108, Sec. 5 (part).)
	[Sections 1075.113-1075.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1075.151. BUDGET. (a) The district administrator
	shall prepare for approval by the board an annual budget that
	corresponds to the district's fiscal year.
	(b) Not later than August 31 of each year, the board shall
	publish notice of a public hearing on the proposed budget. The
	notice must be published in a newspaper of general circulation in
	the district one time at least 10 days before the date of the
	hearing. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Secs. 6 (part), 16.)
	Sec. 1075.152. FISCAL YEAR. The district shall operate on a
	fiscal year that begins on October 1 and ends on September 30.
	(Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.153. AUDIT. (a) The district shall have an audit
	made of the district's financial condition.
	(b) The audit shall be open to inspection at all times at the
	district's principal office. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	Sec. 1075.154. FINANCIAL REPORT. As soon as practicable
	after the close of each fiscal year, the district administrator
	shall prepare for the board:
	(1) a complete sworn statement of all district money;
	and
	(2) a complete account of the disbursements of that
	money. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.155. DEPOSITORY. (a) The board shall select one
	or more banks in the district to serve as a depository for district
	money.
	(b) All district money shall be immediately deposited on
	receipt with a depository bank, except that sufficient money must
	be remitted to an appropriate bank to pay the principal of and
	interest on the district's outstanding bonds on or before the
	maturity date of the principal and interest.
	(c) To the extent that money in a depository bank is not
	insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the money
	must be secured in the manner provided by law for the security of
	county funds.
	(d) Membership on the district's board of an officer or
	director of a bank does not disqualify the bank from being
	designated as depository. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 10.)
	Sec. 1075.156. AUTHORITY TO BORROW MONEY; SECURITY. (a)
	The board may borrow money from a federally insured lending
	institution or make other financial arrangements for district
	operating expenses or other authorized obligations.
	(b) The board may borrow money in an amount and subject to a
	rate of interest and other terms the board finds appropriate.
	(c) To secure a loan, the board may pledge:
	(1) district revenue that is not pledged to pay the
	district's bonded indebtedness; or
	(2) property acquired with borrowed money that is not
	pledged to pay the district's bonded indebtedness.
	(d) A loan for which district revenue is pledged must mature
	not later than the fifth anniversary of the date the loan is made.
	(e) The district must provide for the payment of all
	district debts and obligations before dissolution. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 17a, as added Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	52, Sec. 1, and amended Acts 76th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1566, Sec. 1.)
	[Sections 1075.157-1075.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1075.201. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. (a) The board may
	issue and sell general obligation bonds in the name and on the faith
	and credit of the district for any purpose related to the purchase,
	construction, acquisition, repair, or renovation of buildings and
	improvements, and equipping buildings and improvements for a
	hospital and the hospital system, as determined by the board.
	(b) The board shall issue the bonds in compliance with the
	applicable provisions of Subtitles A and C, Title 9, Government
	Code. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.202. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. (a) At
	the time general obligation bonds are issued by the district, the
	board shall impose an ad valorem tax at a rate sufficient to create
	an interest and sinking fund and to pay the principal of and
	interest on the bonds as the bonds mature.
	(b) The tax required by this section together with any other
	ad valorem tax the district imposes may not in any year exceed 75
	cents on each $100 valuation of taxable property in the district.
	(Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.203. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION. (a) The
	district may issue general obligation bonds only if the bonds are
	authorized by a majority of the district voters voting at an
	election held for that purpose.
	(b) The board shall call the election. The election must be
	held in accordance with Chapter 1251, Government Code.
	(c) The bond election order must specify:
	(1) the date of the election;
	(2) the location of the polling places;
	(3) the presiding election officers;
	(4) the amount of the bonds to be authorized;
	(5) the maximum maturity of the bonds; and
	(6) the maximum interest rate of the bonds. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.204. EXECUTION OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. The
	board president shall execute the general obligation bonds in the
	district's name, and the board secretary shall attest the bonds as
	provided by Chapter 618, Government Code. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 108, Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 1075.205. REFUNDING BONDS. (a) District refunding
	bonds may, without an election, be issued to refund any bonds or
	other refundable indebtedness issued by the district.
	(b) A refunding bond may be:
	(1) sold, with the proceeds of the refunding bond
	applied to the payment of the outstanding bonds or other refundable
	indebtedness; or
	(2) exchanged wholly or partly for not less than a
	similar principal amount of the outstanding bonds or other
	refundable indebtedness. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 7
	(part).)
	Sec. 1075.206. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. The following
	are exempt from taxation by this state or a political subdivision of
	this state:
	(1) bonds issued by the district;
	(2) the transfer and issuance of the bonds; and
	(3) any profits made in the sale of the bonds. (Acts
	59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 8 (part).)
	[Sections 1075.207-1075.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1075.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX. (a) The board
	may impose a tax on all taxable property in the district subject to
	district taxation.
	(b) The tax may be used to meet the requirements of district
	bonds and for the district's maintenance and operating expenses.
	(Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 3a (part).)
	Sec. 1075.252. TAX RATE. The district may impose the tax at
	a rate not to exceed 75 cents on each $100 valuation of taxable
	property in the district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 108, Sec. 3a
	(part).)
	CHAPTER 1076. STARR COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	OF STARR COUNTY, TEXAS
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1076.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 1076.002. AUTHORITY FOR CREATION
	Sec. 1076.003. POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
	Sec. 1076.004. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 1076.005. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 1076.006-1076.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1076.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM
	Sec. 1076.052. NOTICE OF ELECTION
	Sec. 1076.053. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 1076.054. BOND
	Sec. 1076.055. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 1076.056. OFFICERS; DUTIES; ABSENCE OF PRESIDENT
	OR SECRETARY
	Sec. 1076.057. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES
	Sec. 1076.058. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR; ASSISTANT
	ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1076.059. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT
	ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1076.060. APPOINTMENT AND REMOVAL OF MEDICAL
	STAFF AND EMPLOYEES
	Sec. 1076.061. RECRUITMENT OF MEDICAL STAFF AND
	EMPLOYEES
	Sec. 1076.062. HEALTH CARE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
	Sec. 1076.063. RETIREMENT BENEFITS
	[Sections 1076.064-1076.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1076.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY
	Sec. 1076.102. MANAGEMENT, CONTROL, AND ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1076.103. HOSPITAL SYSTEM
	Sec. 1076.104. RULES
	Sec. 1076.105. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING
	Sec. 1076.106. DISTRICT PROPERTY, FACILITIES, AND
	EQUIPMENT
	Sec. 1076.107. EMINENT DOMAIN
	Sec. 1076.108. GIFTS, GRANTS, AND ENDOWMENTS
	Sec. 1076.109. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES
	FOR CARE AND TREATMENT
	Sec. 1076.110. CONTRACTS FOR SERVICES
	Sec. 1076.111. PROVISION OF CERTAIN HEALTH SERVICES
	Sec. 1076.112. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES
	Sec. 1076.113. NONPROFIT CORPORATION
	[Sections 1076.114-1076.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1076.151. BUDGET
	Sec. 1076.152. PROPOSED BUDGET: NOTICE AND HEARING
	Sec. 1076.153. FISCAL YEAR
	Sec. 1076.154. ANNUAL AUDIT
	Sec. 1076.155. FINANCIAL REPORT
	Sec. 1076.156. PROJECTS AND PURCHASES EXEMPT FROM
	ASSESSMENT OR TAXATION
	Sec. 1076.157. DEPOSITORY
	Sec. 1076.158. AUTHORITY TO BORROW MONEY; SECURITY
	Sec. 1076.159. INVESTMENT OF DISTRICT MONEY
	[Sections 1076.160-1076.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1076.201. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1076.202. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1076.203. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION
	Sec. 1076.204. EXECUTION OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1076.205. REVENUE BONDS
	Sec. 1076.206. REFUNDING BONDS
	Sec. 1076.207. MATURITY OF BONDS
	Sec. 1076.208. ADDITIONAL MEANS OF SECURING REPAYMENT
	OF BONDS
	Sec. 1076.209. USE OF BOND PROCEEDS
	Sec. 1076.210. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION
	[Sections 1076.211-1076.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1076.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX
	Sec. 1076.252. TAX RATE
	Sec. 1076.253. TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR
	[Sections 1076.254-1076.300 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER G. DISSOLUTION
	Sec. 1076.301. DISSOLUTION; ELECTION
	Sec. 1076.302. NOTICE OF ELECTION
	Sec. 1076.303. BALLOT
	Sec. 1076.304. ELECTION RESULTS
	Sec. 1076.305. TRANSFER OR ADMINISTRATION OF ASSETS
	Sec. 1076.306. IMPOSITION OF TAX AND RETURN OF SURPLUS
	TAXES
	Sec. 1076.307. REPORT; DISSOLUTION ORDER
	CHAPTER 1076. STARR COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	OF STARR COUNTY, TEXAS
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1076.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the board of trustees of the
	district.
	(2) "District" means the Starr County Hospital
	District of Starr County, Texas.
	(3) "Trustee" means a member of the board. (Acts 63rd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 1076.002. AUTHORITY FOR CREATION. The Starr County
	Hospital District of Starr County, Texas, is created under the
	authority of Section 9, Article IX, Texas Constitution. (Acts 63rd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 1076.003. POLITICAL SUBDIVISION. The district is a
	political subdivision of this state. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch.
	118, Sec. 12 (part).)
	Sec. 1076.004. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The accomplishment of the purposes stated in this chapter is for the
	benefit of the people of this state and for the improvement of their
	property and industries.
	(b) The district is a governmental agency performing an
	essential public function under the constitution in carrying out
	the purposes of this chapter. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Secs.
	12 (part), 13 (part).)
	Sec. 1076.005. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The boundaries of the
	district are coextensive with the boundaries of Starr County,
	Texas, including all "cut over" or "banco" land on the north side of
	the Rio Grande River. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 1
	(part).)
	[Sections 1076.006-1076.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1076.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM. (a) A board of five
	trustees shall exercise the powers of the district.
	(b) One trustee is elected from each commissioners precinct
	and one trustee is elected from the district at large by a majority
	of district voters.
	(c) Unless four-year terms are established under Section
	285.081, Health and Safety Code:
	(1) trustees serve two-year terms;
	(2) trustees who represent odd-numbered precincts and
	the trustee elected at large are elected in odd-numbered years;
	(3) trustees who represent even-numbered precincts
	are elected in even-numbered years; and
	(4) a trustee's election shall be held each year on the
	May uniform election date prescribed by Section 41.001, Election
	Code, or another date authorized by law. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch.
	118, Secs. 4(a) (part), (c) (part).)
	Sec. 1076.052. NOTICE OF ELECTION. Notice of a trustees'
	election shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation
	in the district in accordance with Section 4.003, Election Code.
	(Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 4(c) (part).)
	Sec. 1076.053. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. To qualify for
	election as a trustee, a person must:
	(1) be at least 18 years of age;
	(2) have been a resident of the district for at least
	two years;
	(3) have been a resident of the commissioners precinct
	from which the person is to be elected for at least two years,
	unless the person is running at large; and
	(4) be a qualified voter. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch.
	118, Sec. 4(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1076.054. BOND. (a) Each trustee shall execute a good
	and sufficient commercial bond for $1,000 that is:
	(1) payable to the district; and
	(2) conditioned on the faithful performance of the
	trustee's duties.
	(b) The district may pay for a trustee's bond with district
	money. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 4(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1076.055. BOARD VACANCY. If a vacancy occurs on the
	board, the majority of remaining trustees shall appoint a trustee
	for the unexpired term. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 4(c)
	(part).)
	Sec. 1076.056. OFFICERS; DUTIES; ABSENCE OF PRESIDENT OR
	SECRETARY. (a) The board shall elect from among its members a
	president, vice president, and secretary, and other officers as in
	the judgment of the board are necessary.
	(b) The president shall preside over district meetings and
	has the same right to vote as any other trustee.
	(c) If the president is absent or fails or declines to act,
	the vice president shall perform the president's duties and
	exercise the president's powers under this chapter.
	(d) The secretary:
	(1) shall keep and sign the minutes of the board
	meetings; and
	(2) is the custodian of the district's minutes and
	records.
	(e) If the secretary is absent from a board meeting, the
	board shall name a secretary pro tem for the meeting who may:
	(1) exercise all the duties and powers of the
	secretary for the meeting; and
	(2) sign the minutes of the meeting. (Acts 63rd Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 4(d).)
	Sec. 1076.057. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES. A trustee serves
	without compensation but may be reimbursed for actual expenses
	incurred in the performance of official duties on approval of the
	expenses by the board. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 4(a)
	(part).)
	Sec. 1076.058. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR; ASSISTANT
	ADMINISTRATOR. (a) The board may appoint a qualified person as
	district administrator.
	(b) The board may appoint an assistant administrator.
	(c) The district administrator and any assistant
	administrator serve at the will of the board and shall receive the
	compensation determined by the board.
	(d) On assuming the duties of district administrator, the
	administrator shall execute a bond payable to the district in an
	amount set by the board that:
	(1) is conditioned on the administrator performing the
	administrator's duties; and
	(2) contains other conditions the board may require.
	(e) On assuming the duties of assistant administrator, the
	assistant administrator shall execute a bond payable to the
	district in an amount set by the board that:
	(1) is conditioned on the assistant administrator
	performing the assistant administrator's duties; and
	(2) contains other conditions the board may require.
	(Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 5(b) (part).)
	Sec. 1076.059. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR.
	Subject to the limitations prescribed by the board, the district
	administrator shall:
	(1) supervise the work and activities of the district;
	and
	(2) direct the affairs of the district. (Acts 63rd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 5(b) (part).)
	Sec. 1076.060. APPOINTMENT AND REMOVAL OF MEDICAL STAFF AND
	EMPLOYEES. (a) The board may appoint any doctors to its medical
	staff and employ any technicians, nurses, and other employees as
	considered necessary for the efficient operation of the district or
	may provide that the district administrator has the authority to
	employ those persons.
	(b) The board may make temporary appointments the board
	considers necessary.
	(c) The board may, after due process, remove from the
	medical staff any doctor whose removal the board considers
	necessary for the efficient operation of the district. (Acts 63rd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 5(c).)
	Sec. 1076.061. RECRUITMENT OF MEDICAL STAFF AND EMPLOYEES.
	The board may use district money, enter into agreements, and take
	other necessary action to recruit or otherwise obtain physicians
	and other personnel for the district's medical staff or for
	employment with the district, including:
	(1) advertising and marketing;
	(2) paying recruitment expenses;
	(3) paying travel and relocation expenses;
	(4) providing a guarantee, subsidy, loan, or
	scholarship;
	(5) sharing personnel; and
	(6) authorizing a physician to use space in a district
	facility or providing a rent subsidy to a physician. (Acts 63rd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 4(e).)
	Sec. 1076.062. HEALTH CARE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. The board
	may use district money, enter into agreements, and take other
	necessary action to conduct, participate in, or assist health care
	educational programs for the public and for current or potential
	medical staff members or employees. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118,
	Sec. 4(f).)
	Sec. 1076.063. RETIREMENT BENEFITS. The board may provide
	retirement benefits for district employees by:
	(1) establishing or administering a retirement
	program; or
	(2) participating in:
	(A) the Texas County and District Retirement
	System; or
	(B) another statewide retirement system in which
	the district is eligible to participate. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch.
	118, Sec. 5(e).)
	[Sections 1076.064-1076.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1076.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY. The district shall
	provide medical and hospital care for the district's needy
	inhabitants. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 1076.102. MANAGEMENT, CONTROL, AND ADMINISTRATION.
	(a) The district has authority to operate hospital facilities.
	(b) The board shall manage, control, and administer the
	district's hospital and hospital system and carry out the functions
	of the district. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Secs. 2 (part),
	5(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1076.103. HOSPITAL SYSTEM. The district shall provide
	for:
	(1) the establishment of a hospital or hospital system
	in the district to provide medical and hospital care and treatment
	and related services to district residents by:
	(A) purchasing, constructing, acquiring,
	repairing, or renovating buildings, facilities, and improvements;
	and
	(B) equipping the buildings, facilities, and
	improvements for hospital purposes; and
	(2) the operation, maintenance, and administration of
	the hospital or hospital system for hospital purposes. (Acts 63rd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 1076.104. RULES. The board may adopt rules for the
	operation of the district. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 5(a)
	(part).)
	Sec. 1076.105. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING. The board may
	prescribe:
	(1) the method and manner of making purchases and
	expenditures by and for the district; and
	(2) all accounting and control procedures. (Acts 63rd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 5(f).)
	Sec. 1076.106. DISTRICT PROPERTY, FACILITIES, AND
	EQUIPMENT. (a) The board shall determine:
	(1) the type, number, and location of buildings
	required to maintain an adequate hospital system; and
	(2) the type of equipment necessary for hospital care.
	(b) The board may:
	(1) acquire property, including facilities and
	equipment, for the district for use in the hospital system;
	(2) mortgage or pledge the property as security for
	the payment of the purchase price;
	(3) lease hospital facilities for the district; and
	(4) sell or otherwise dispose of property, including
	facilities or equipment, for the district. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 118, Sec. 5(j).)
	Sec. 1076.107. EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) The district may
	exercise the power of eminent domain to acquire a fee simple or
	other interest in any type of property, real, personal, or mixed,
	located in district territory, if the interest is necessary or
	convenient for the district to exercise a right, power, privilege,
	or function conferred on the district by this chapter.
	(b) The district must exercise the power of eminent domain
	in the manner provided by Chapter 21, Property Code, except the
	district is not required to deposit in the trial court money or a
	bond as provided by Section 21.021(a), Property Code.
	(c) In a condemnation proceeding brought by the district,
	the district is not required to:
	(1) pay in advance or provide a bond for the issuance
	of a temporary restraining order or a temporary injunction; or
	(2) provide a bond for costs or a supersedeas bond on
	an appeal or petition for review. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118,
	Sec. 6.)
	Sec. 1076.108. GIFTS, GRANTS, AND ENDOWMENTS. The board may
	accept for the district a gift, grant, or endowment to be held in
	trust and administered by the board for the purposes and under the
	directions, limitations, or other provisions prescribed in writing
	by the donor that are not inconsistent with the proper management
	and objectives of the district. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118,
	Sec. 11.)
	Sec. 1076.109. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES FOR
	CARE AND TREATMENT. The board may contract with this state or a
	federal agency for the treatment of a sick or injured person for
	whom this state or the federal government is responsible. (Acts
	63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 5(d).)
	Sec. 1076.110. CONTRACTS FOR SERVICES. (a) The board may
	contract with any person to obtain or supply the facilities and
	services the board considers necessary for the efficient operation
	of the district.
	(b) The board may contract with a public or private
	hospital, a political subdivision of this state, or a state or
	federal agency for the district to provide a mobile emergency
	medical service or to provide for the investigatory or welfare
	needs of district inhabitants. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118,
	Secs. 5(h), (i).)
	Sec. 1076.111. PROVISION OF CERTAIN HEALTH SERVICES. The
	district may operate or provide for:
	(1) the operation of a mobile emergency medical or air
	ambulance service;
	(2) home health services, long-term care, skilled
	nursing care, intermediate nursing care, or hospice care; and
	(3) any other reasonable or appropriate medical care
	or medical service. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 1076.112. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES. (a) When
	a patient who resides in the district is admitted to a district
	facility, the board or district administrator shall have an inquiry
	made into the circumstances of:
	(1) the patient; and
	(2) the patient's relatives legally liable for the
	patient's support.
	(b) If the board or district administrator determines that
	the patient or those relatives cannot pay for all or part of the
	patient's care and treatment in the hospital, the amount that
	cannot be paid becomes a charge against the district.
	(c) If the board or district administrator determines that
	the patient or those relatives are liable to pay for all or part of
	the patient's care and treatment, the patient or those relatives
	shall be ordered to pay the district a specified amount each week
	for the patient's care. The amount ordered must be proportionate to
	their financial ability and may not exceed the usual and customary
	charges for services.
	(d) The board or district administrator may collect the
	amount from the patient's estate, or from any relative legally
	liable for the patient's support, in the manner provided by law for
	the collection of expenses of the last illness of a deceased person.
	(e) If there is a dispute as to the ability to pay between
	any party and the board or district administrator, the county court
	shall hold a hearing and, after calling witnesses, shall:
	(1) resolve the dispute; and
	(2) issue any appropriate orders.
	(f) Either party to the dispute may appeal the order to the
	district court. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 9.)
	Sec. 1076.113. NONPROFIT CORPORATION. (a) The district
	may create and sponsor a nonprofit corporation under the Business
	Organizations Code and may contribute money to or solicit money for
	the corporation.
	(b) The corporation may use money contributed by the
	district only to provide health care or other services the district
	is authorized to provide under this chapter.
	(c) The corporation may enter into a joint venture with any
	public or private entity or individual to provide health care or
	other services the district is authorized to provide under this
	chapter.
	(d) The corporation may invest the corporation's money in
	any manner in which the district may invest the district's money,
	including investing money as authorized by Chapter 2256, Government
	Code.
	(e) The board shall establish controls to ensure that the
	corporation uses its money as required by this section. (Acts 63rd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 5A.)
	[Sections 1076.114-1076.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1076.151. BUDGET. The board shall prepare a budget
	that includes:
	(1) proposed expenditures and disbursements;
	(2) estimated receipts and collections for the next
	fiscal year; and
	(3) the amount of taxes required to be imposed to meet
	the proposed budget. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 5(g)
	(part).)
	Sec. 1076.152. PROPOSED BUDGET: NOTICE AND HEARING. (a) The
	board shall hold a public hearing on the proposed budget.
	(b) Notice of the hearing must be published at least once in
	a newspaper of general circulation in the district not later than
	the 10th day before the date of the hearing.
	(c) Any district resident is entitled to:
	(1) appear at the hearing; and
	(2) be heard regarding any item in the proposed
	budget. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 5(g) (part).)
	Sec. 1076.153. FISCAL YEAR. (a) The board shall establish
	the district fiscal year.
	(b) The fiscal year may not be changed:
	(1) during a period that revenue bonds of the district
	are outstanding; or
	(2) more than once in a 24-month period. (Acts 63rd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 5(g) (part).)
	Sec. 1076.154. ANNUAL AUDIT. As soon as practicable after
	the close of each fiscal year, the board shall have an annual audit
	made of the district's books and records by an independent public
	accountant. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 5(g) (part).)
	Sec. 1076.155. FINANCIAL REPORT. (a) As soon as
	practicable after the close of each fiscal year, the district
	administrator shall prepare a report that includes:
	(1) a complete sworn statement of all district money;
	(2) a complete account of the disbursements of that
	money during the previous fiscal year; and
	(3) the details of district operation during the
	previous fiscal year.
	(b) The district administrator shall make the report to the
	board. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 5(g) (part).)
	Sec. 1076.156. PROJECTS AND PURCHASES EXEMPT FROM
	ASSESSMENT OR TAXATION. The district is not required to pay a tax
	or assessment on:
	(1) a district project or any part of the project; or
	(2) a district purchase. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch.
	118, Sec. 13 (part).)
	Sec. 1076.157. DEPOSITORY. (a) The board shall select one
	or more banks in this state to act as a depository of bond proceeds
	or of revenue derived from the operation of district facilities.
	(b) The depository shall, as determined by the board:
	(1) furnish indemnity bonds;
	(2) pledge securities; or
	(3) meet any other requirement.
	(c) Membership on the district's board of an officer or
	director of a bank does not disqualify the bank from being selected
	as depository. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 8.)
	Sec. 1076.158. AUTHORITY TO BORROW MONEY; SECURITY. (a)
	The board may borrow money at a rate not to exceed the maximum
	annual percentage rate allowed by law for district obligations at
	the time the loan is made.
	(b) To secure a loan, the board may pledge:
	(1) district revenue that is not pledged to pay the
	district's bonded indebtedness;
	(2) a district tax to be imposed by the district during
	the 12-month period following the date of the pledge that is not
	pledged to pay the principal of or interest on district bonds; or
	(3) a district bond that has been authorized but not
	sold.
	(c) A loan for which taxes or bonds are pledged must mature
	not later than the first anniversary of the date the loan is made. A
	loan for which district revenue is pledged must mature not later
	than the fifth anniversary of the date the loan is made. (Acts 63rd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 5B.)
	Sec. 1076.159. INVESTMENT OF DISTRICT MONEY. (a) The law
	applicable to municipalities with respect to security for and
	investment of money governs, as applicable, the investment of
	district money. The bond order, resolution, or trust indenture may
	further restrict the investment.
	(b) To the extent authorized in the bond order, resolution,
	or trust indenture and until the money is needed, the district may
	invest the proceeds of district bonds in direct obligations of or
	obligations unconditionally guaranteed by the United States. (Acts
	63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 15.)
	[Sections 1076.160-1076.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1076.201. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. The board may
	issue and sell general obligation bonds in the name and on the faith
	and credit of the district for the purchase, construction,
	acquisition, repair, or renovation of buildings and improvements
	and equipping the buildings and improvements for district purposes
	or any combination of those purposes. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch.
	118, Sec. 7(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1076.202. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. (a) At
	the time general obligation bonds are issued by the district, the
	board shall impose an ad valorem tax at a rate sufficient to create
	an interest and sinking fund to pay the principal of and interest on
	the bonds as the bonds mature.
	(b) The tax required by this section together with any other
	ad valorem tax the district imposes may not in any year exceed 75
	cents on each $100 valuation of all taxable property in the
	district. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Secs. 7(a) (part), 12
	(part).)
	Sec. 1076.203. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION. (a) The
	district may issue general obligation bonds or other bonds secured
	wholly or partly by an ad valorem tax, other than refunding bonds,
	only if the bonds are authorized by a majority of the voters voting
	at an election held for that purpose.
	(b) The order and publication of notice for the bond
	election must be provided in accordance with Chapter 1251,
	Government Code. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Secs. 7(a) (part),
	7B(b).)
	Sec. 1076.204. EXECUTION OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. The
	board president shall execute district general obligation bonds in
	the district's name, and the board secretary shall countersign the
	bonds in the manner provided by Chapter 618, Government Code. (Acts
	63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 7(c) (part).)
	Sec. 1076.205. REVENUE BONDS. (a) The board may issue
	revenue bonds to:
	(1) purchase, construct, acquire, repair, equip, or
	renovate buildings and improvements for district purposes; or
	(2) acquire sites for district purposes.
	(b) The bonds must be payable from and secured by a pledge of
	all or part of district revenue derived from the operation of the
	district's hospital or health care facilities.
	(c) The bonds may be additionally secured by a mortgage or
	deed of trust lien on all or part of district property.
	(d) The bonds must be issued in the manner and in accordance
	with the procedures and requirements prescribed by Sections
	264.042, 264.043, 264.046, 264.047, 264.048, and 264.049, Health
	and Safety Code, for issuance of revenue bonds by a county hospital
	authority. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Secs. 7A(a) (part), (b),
	(c), (d).)
	Sec. 1076.206. REFUNDING BONDS. (a) The board may issue
	refunding bonds to refund any outstanding indebtedness issued or
	assumed by the district.
	(b) A refunding bond may be sold, with the proceeds of the
	refunding bond applied to the payment of outstanding indebtedness.
	(Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Secs. 7(b) (part), 7A(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1076.207. MATURITY OF BONDS. District bonds must
	mature not later than 40 years after the date of issuance. (Acts
	63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 7(c) (part).)
	Sec. 1076.208. ADDITIONAL MEANS OF SECURING REPAYMENT OF
	BONDS. In addition to the authority to issue general obligation
	bonds and revenue bonds under this subchapter, the board may
	provide for the security and payment of district bonds from a pledge
	of a combination of ad valorem taxes as authorized by Section
	1076.202 and revenue and other sources as authorized by Section
	1076.205. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 7B(a).)
	Sec. 1076.209. USE OF BOND PROCEEDS. The district may use
	the proceeds of bonds issued under this subchapter to pay:
	(1) any expense the board determines is reasonable and
	necessary to issue, sell, and deliver the bonds;
	(2) interest payments on the bonds during a period of
	acquisition or construction of a project or facility to be provided
	through the bonds, not to exceed five years;
	(3) costs related to the operation and maintenance of
	a project or facility to be provided through the bonds:
	(A) during an estimated period of acquisition or
	construction, not to exceed five years; and
	(B) for one year after the project or facility is
	acquired or constructed;
	(4) costs related to the financing of the bond funds,
	including debt service reserve and contingency funds;
	(5) costs related to the bond issuance;
	(6) costs related to the acquisition of land or
	interests in land for a project or facility to be provided through
	the bonds; and
	(7) construction costs of a project or facility to be
	provided through the bonds, including the payment of related
	professional services and expenses. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch.
	118, Sec. 7C.)
	Sec. 1076.210. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. The following
	are exempt from taxation by this state:
	(1) bonds issued by the district;
	(2) the transfer of the bonds; and
	(3) the income from the bonds, including profits made
	on the sale of the bonds. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 13
	(part).)
	[Sections 1076.211-1076.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1076.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX. The board may
	impose a tax on all property in the district subject to district
	taxation. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Secs. 3(a) (part), 10(a)
	(part).)
	Sec. 1076.252. TAX RATE. The board may impose the tax at a
	rate not to exceed the limit approved by the voters at the election
	authorizing the imposition of taxes, which may not exceed 75 cents
	on each $100 valuation of all taxable property in the district.
	(Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Secs. 3(a) (part), 10(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1076.253. TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. The board may
	provide for the appointment of a tax assessor-collector for the
	district or may contract for the assessment and collection of taxes
	as provided by the Tax Code. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec.
	10(b).)
	[Sections 1076.254-1076.300 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER G. DISSOLUTION
	Sec. 1076.301. DISSOLUTION; ELECTION. (a) The district
	may be dissolved only on approval of a majority of the district
	voters voting in an election held for that purpose.
	(b) The board may order an election on the question of
	dissolving the district and disposing of the district's assets.
	(c) The board shall order an election if the board receives
	a petition requesting an election that is signed by at least 15
	percent of the registered district voters.
	(d) The order calling the election must state:
	(1) the nature of the election, including the
	proposition to appear on the ballot;
	(2) the date of the election;
	(3) the hours during which the polls will be open; and
	(4) the location of the polling places.
	(e) Section 41.001, Election Code, does not apply to an
	election ordered under this section. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch.
	118, Secs. 11A(a), (b), (c), (d).)
	Sec. 1076.302. NOTICE OF ELECTION. (a) The board shall
	give notice of an election under this subchapter by publishing once
	a week for two consecutive weeks a substantial copy of the election
	order in a newspaper with general circulation in the district.
	(b) The first publication of notice must appear not later
	than the 35th day before the date set for the election. (Acts 63rd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 11A(e).)
	Sec. 1076.303. BALLOT. The ballot for an election under
	this subchapter must be printed to permit voting for or against the
	proposition: "The dissolution of the Starr County Hospital
	District." (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 11A(f).)
	Sec. 1076.304. ELECTION RESULTS. (a) If a majority of the
	votes in an election under this subchapter favor dissolution, the
	board shall order that the district be dissolved.
	(b) If a majority of the votes in the election do not favor
	dissolution, the board shall continue to administer the district
	and another election on the question of dissolution may not be held
	before the first anniversary of the date of the most recent election
	to dissolve the district. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec.
	11A(g).)
	Sec. 1076.305. TRANSFER OR ADMINISTRATION OF ASSETS. (a)
	If a majority of the votes in an election under this subchapter
	favor dissolution, the board shall:
	(1) transfer the land, buildings, improvements,
	equipment, and other assets that belong to the district to Starr
	County or another governmental entity in Starr County; or
	(2) administer the property, assets, and debts until
	all money has been disposed of and all district debts have been paid
	or settled.
	(b) If the district makes the transfer under Subsection
	(a)(1), the county or entity assumes all debts and obligations of
	the district at the time of the transfer, and the district is
	dissolved.
	(c) If the district does not make the transfer under
	Subsection (a)(1) and the board administers the property, assets,
	and debts of the district under Subsection (a)(2), the district is
	dissolved when all the money has been disposed of and all district
	debts have been paid or settled. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118,
	Secs. 11A(h), (i), (j).)
	Sec. 1076.306. IMPOSITION OF TAX AND RETURN OF SURPLUS
	TAXES. (a) After the board finds that the district is dissolved,
	the board shall:
	(1) determine any debt owed by the district; and
	(2) impose on the property included on the district's
	tax roll a tax that is in proportion of any debt to the property
	value.
	(b) On the payment of all outstanding debts and obligations
	of the district, the board shall order the board secretary to return
	to each district taxpayer the taxpayer's pro rata share of all
	unused tax money.
	(c) A taxpayer may request that the taxpayer's share of
	surplus tax money be credited to the taxpayer's county taxes. If a
	taxpayer requests the credit, the board shall direct the board
	secretary to transmit the money to the county tax
	assessor-collector. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Secs. 11A(k),
	(l).)
	Sec. 1076.307. REPORT; DISSOLUTION ORDER. (a) After the
	district has paid all district debts and has disposed of all
	district money and other assets as prescribed by this subchapter,
	the board shall file a written report with the Commissioners Court
	of Starr County summarizing the board's actions in dissolving the
	district.
	(b) Not later than the 10th day after the date the
	commissioners court receives the report and determines that the
	requirements of this subchapter have been fulfilled, the
	commissioners court shall enter an order:
	(1) dissolving the district; and
	(2) releasing the board from any further duty or
	obligation. (Acts 63rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 118, Sec. 11A(m).)
	CHAPTER 1087. RANKIN COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1087.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 1087.002. AUTHORITY FOR CREATION
	Sec. 1087.003. POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
	Sec. 1087.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 1087.005. CONSOLIDATION OF DISTRICT AND MCCAMEY
	COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	[Sections 1087.006-1087.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1087.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM
	Sec. 1087.052. NOTICE OF ELECTION
	Sec. 1087.053. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 1087.054. BOND; RECORD OF BOND
	Sec. 1087.055. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 1087.056. OFFICERS
	Sec. 1087.057. VOTING REQUIREMENT
	Sec. 1087.058. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1087.059. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT
	ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1087.060. ASSISTANT TO DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1087.061. LEGAL COUNSEL
	Sec. 1087.062. RETIREMENT PROGRAM
	Sec. 1087.063. MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS; PUBLIC
	INSPECTION
	[Sections 1087.064-1087.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1087.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY
	Sec. 1087.102. RESTRICTION ON COUNTY OR MUNICIPALITY
	TAXATION
	Sec. 1087.103. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING
	Sec. 1087.104. EMINENT DOMAIN
	Sec. 1087.105. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS
	Sec. 1087.106. CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS
	Sec. 1087.107. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES
	FOR CARE AND TREATMENT
	Sec. 1087.108. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES
	Sec. 1087.109. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED
	[Sections 1087.110-1087.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1087.151. BUDGET
	Sec. 1087.152. PROPOSED BUDGET: NOTICE AND HEARING
	Sec. 1087.153. FISCAL YEAR
	Sec. 1087.154. ANNUAL AUDIT
	Sec. 1087.155. FINANCIAL REPORT
	Sec. 1087.156. DEPOSITORY
	Sec. 1087.157. INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS
	Sec. 1087.158. AUTHORITY TO BORROW MONEY; SECURITY
	[Sections 1087.159-1087.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1087.201. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1087.202. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1087.203. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION
	Sec. 1087.204. MATURITY OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1087.205. EXECUTION OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1087.206. REVENUE BONDS
	Sec. 1087.207. REFUNDING BONDS
	Sec. 1087.208. ADDITIONAL MEANS OF SECURING REPAYMENT
	OF BONDS
	Sec. 1087.209. USE OF BOND PROCEEDS
	[Sections 1087.210-1087.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1087.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX
	Sec. 1087.252. TAX RATE
	Sec. 1087.253. ASSESSMENT AND COLLECTION BY COUNTY TAX
	ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR
	Sec. 1087.254. ELECTION FOR SEPARATE TAX ASSESSOR AND
	SEPARATE TAX COLLECTOR
	Sec. 1087.255. APPOINTMENT OF SEPARATE TAX ASSESSOR
	AND SEPARATE TAX COLLECTOR
	CHAPTER 1087. RANKIN COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1087.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the board of directors of the
	district.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Rankin County Hospital
	District. (New.)
	Sec. 1087.002. AUTHORITY FOR CREATION. The Rankin County
	Hospital District is created under the authority of Section 9,
	Article IX, Texas Constitution, and has the rights, powers, and
	duties prescribed by this chapter. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182,
	Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 1087.003. POLITICAL SUBDIVISION. The district is a
	political subdivision of this state. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	182, Sec. 21 (part).)
	Sec. 1087.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The boundaries of the
	district are coextensive with the boundaries of the Rankin
	Independent School District, as those boundaries existed on January
	1, 1967. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 1087.005. CONSOLIDATION OF DISTRICT AND MCCAMEY COUNTY
	HOSPITAL DISTRICT. (a) The McCamey County Hospital District may be
	consolidated into the Rankin County Hospital District as provided
	by this section.
	(b) On the request of 25 percent or more of the taxpaying
	voters of each hospital district, the Upton County Commissioners
	Court shall submit the consolidation proposal for vote.
	(c) Consolidation of the district and the McCamey County
	Hospital District must be separately approved by a two-thirds
	majority of the voters voting in each hospital district at an
	election ordered and held for that purpose.
	(d) At the consolidation election, five directors shall be
	elected to serve the consolidated district.
	(e) Not more than one consolidation election may be held
	after each general election.
	(f) Refunding bonds may be issued by the consolidated
	district to refund any outstanding bonds, including bonds issued by
	the district on consolidation, original bonds, and refunding bonds.
	Additional funding may be provided as authorized by this chapter.
	(Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 18.)
	[Sections 1087.006-1087.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1087.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM. (a) The board
	consists of five directors elected from the district at large.
	(b) Directors serve staggered two-year terms unless
	four-year terms are established under Section 285.081, Health and
	Safety Code.
	(c) An election shall be held annually on the May uniform
	election date or another date authorized by law. (Acts 60th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 182, Secs. 3(a), (i) (part).)
	Sec. 1087.052. NOTICE OF ELECTION. Notice of a directors'
	election shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation
	in Upton County in accordance with Section 4.003, Election Code.
	(Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 3(i) (part).)
	Sec. 1087.053. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. (a) A person may
	not be elected or appointed a director unless the person is:
	(1) a resident of the district; and
	(2) at least 18 years of age.
	(b) A district employee may not serve as director. (Acts
	60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Secs. 3(b), (c).)
	Sec. 1087.054. BOND; RECORD OF BOND. (a) Before assuming
	the duties of office, each director must execute a bond for $1,000
	that is:
	(1) payable to the district; and
	(2) conditioned on the faithful performance of the
	director's duties.
	(b) The district shall pay for a director's bond.
	(c) Each director's bond shall be deposited with a
	depository bank of the district for safekeeping. (Acts 60th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 3(d).)
	Sec. 1087.055. BOARD VACANCY. (a) If a vacancy occurs in
	the office of director, the remaining directors shall appoint a
	director.
	(b) A director appointed under this section serves until the
	next election for directors. A director elected under this
	subsection serves only for the remainder of the unexpired term.
	(Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 3(h).)
	Sec. 1087.056. OFFICERS. (a) The board shall elect from
	among its members a president and a vice president.
	(b) The board shall appoint a secretary, who need not be a
	director. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 3(e).)
	Sec. 1087.057. VOTING REQUIREMENT. A concurrence of three
	directors is sufficient in any matter relating to district
	business. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 3(f).)
	Sec. 1087.058. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR. (a) The board may
	appoint a qualified person as district administrator.
	(b) The district administrator serves at the will of the
	board and receives the compensation determined by the board.
	(c) The board may remove the district administrator at any
	time.
	(d) Before assuming the duties of district administrator,
	the administrator must execute a bond payable to the district in an
	amount of not less than $10,000 that:
	(1) is conditioned on the administrator performing
	well and faithfully the administrator's required duties; and
	(2) contains any other condition the board may
	require.
	(e) The board may pay for the bond with district money.
	(Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Secs. 4(a), (b), (c).)
	Sec. 1087.059. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR.
	Subject to any limitation prescribed by the board, the district
	administrator shall:
	(1) perform the duties required by the board;
	(2) supervise the work and activities of the district;
	and
	(3) direct the affairs of the district. (Acts 60th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 4(d).)
	Sec. 1087.060. ASSISTANT TO DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR. (a)
	The board may designate an assistant to the district administrator
	to discharge a duty or function of the administrator in the event of
	the administrator's incapacity, absence, or inability to discharge
	the duty or function.
	(b) The assistant shall post the bond required by board
	order.
	(c) The assistant is subject to any limitation prescribed by
	board order. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 5.)
	Sec. 1087.061. LEGAL COUNSEL. The board may employ legal
	counsel to represent the district in all legal matters. (Acts 60th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 20.)
	Sec. 1087.062. RETIREMENT PROGRAM. (a) With the approval
	of the Upton County Commissioners Court, the board may contract
	with this state and the federal government as necessary to
	establish or continue a retirement program for the benefit of
	district employees.
	(b) The board may establish other retirement programs for
	the benefit of district employees as the board considers necessary
	and advisable. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Secs. 4(e) (part),
	(f).)
	Sec. 1087.063. MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS; PUBLIC INSPECTION.
	Except as provided by Section 1087.054, all district records,
	including books, accounts, notices, minutes, and all other matters
	of the district and the operation of its facilities, shall be:
	(1) maintained at the district office; and
	(2) open to public inspection at the district office
	at all reasonable hours. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Secs.
	3(g), 9 (part).)
	[Sections 1087.064-1087.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1087.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY. The district has
	full responsibility for providing medical and hospital care for the
	district's needy and indigent residents. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 182, Sec. 11 (part).)
	Sec. 1087.102. RESTRICTION ON COUNTY OR MUNICIPALITY
	TAXATION. A county or a municipality in the district may not impose
	any tax for hospital purposes. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec.
	11 (part).)
	Sec. 1087.103. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING. The board may
	prescribe:
	(1) the method of making purchases and expenditures by
	and for the district; and
	(2) accounting and control procedures for the
	district. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Secs. 13(a), (b).)
	Sec. 1087.104. EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) The district may
	exercise the power of eminent domain to acquire a fee simple or
	other interest in any type of property, real, personal, or mixed,
	located in district territory if the interest is necessary or
	convenient for the district to exercise a right, power, privilege,
	or function conferred on the district by this chapter.
	(b) The district must exercise the power of eminent domain
	in the manner provided by Chapter 21, Property Code, except the
	district is not required to deposit in the trial court money or a
	bond as provided by Section 21.021(a), Property Code.
	(c) In a condemnation proceeding brought by the district,
	the district is not required to:
	(1) pay in advance or provide a bond for the issuance
	of a temporary restraining order or a temporary injunction; or
	(2) provide a bond for costs or a supersedeas bond on
	an appeal or petition for review. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182,
	Sec. 17.)
	Sec. 1087.105. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS. The board may accept
	for the district a gift or endowment to be held in trust and
	administered by the board for the purposes and under the
	directions, limitations, and provisions prescribed in writing by
	the donor that are not inconsistent with the proper management and
	objectives of the district. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec.
	16.)
	Sec. 1087.106. CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS. (a) The board may
	enter into purchase or construction contracts for the district.
	(b) The board may enter into a construction contract that
	involves the expenditure of more than the amount provided by
	Section 271.024, Local Government Code, only after advertising as
	provided by Subchapter B, Chapter 271, Local Government Code.
	(Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 13(c).)
	Sec. 1087.107. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES FOR
	CARE AND TREATMENT. The board, with the approval of the Upton
	County Commissioners Court, may contract with:
	(1) a county, other than Upton County, for the care and
	treatment of a person of that county; and
	(2) this state or a federal agency for the care and
	treatment of a sick or injured person for whom the state or agency
	is responsible. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 4(e) (part).)
	Sec. 1087.108. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES. (a)
	When a patient from the district is admitted to a district facility,
	the district administrator shall have an inquiry made into the
	circumstances of:
	(1) the patient; and
	(2) the patient's relatives legally liable for the
	patient's support.
	(b) If the district administrator determines that the
	patient or those relatives cannot pay all or part of the patient's
	care and treatment in the hospital, the amount that cannot be paid
	becomes a charge against the district.
	(c) If the district administrator determines that the
	patient or those relatives are liable to pay for all or part of the
	patient's care and treatment, the patient or those relatives shall
	be ordered to pay to the district's treasurer a specified amount
	each week for the patient's support. The amount ordered must be
	proportionate to the financial ability and may not exceed the
	actual per capita cost of maintenance.
	(d) The district administrator may collect the amount from
	the patient's estate, or from those relatives legally liable for
	the patient's support, in the manner provided by law for the
	collection of expenses of the last illness of a deceased person.
	(e) If there is a dispute, or doubt in the district
	administrator's mind, as to the ability to pay, the board shall hold
	a hearing and, after calling witnesses, shall:
	(1) resolve the dispute or doubt; and
	(2) issue any appropriate order.
	(f) Either party to the dispute may appeal the order to the
	district court. The appeal is de novo as that term is used in an
	appeal from a justice court to a county court. (Acts 60th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 15.)
	Sec. 1087.109. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED. As a
	governmental agency, the district may sue and be sued in its own
	name in any court of this state. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182,
	Sec. 21 (part).)
	[Sections 1087.110-1087.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1087.151. BUDGET. The board annually shall have a
	budget prepared for the next fiscal year that includes:
	(1) proposed expenditures and disbursements;
	(2) estimated receipts and collections; and
	(3) the amount of taxes required to be imposed for the
	year. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1087.152. PROPOSED BUDGET: NOTICE AND HEARING. (a)
	The board shall hold a public hearing on the proposed budget.
	(b) Notice of the hearing must be published at least once in
	a newspaper of general circulation in Upton County not later than
	the 10th day before the date of the hearing.
	(c) Any district taxpayer is entitled to:
	(1) appear at the time and place designated in the
	notice; and
	(2) be heard regarding any item included in the
	proposed budget. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1087.153. FISCAL YEAR. The district's fiscal year
	begins on October 1 and ends on September 30. (Acts 60th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1087.154. ANNUAL AUDIT. (a) The board annually shall
	have an independent audit made of the district's books and records
	for the preceding fiscal year.
	(b) Not later than December 31 of each year, the audit shall
	be filed:
	(1) with the county clerk of Upton County; and
	(2) at the district's office. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 182, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1087.155. FINANCIAL REPORT. (a) The board and the
	district administrator shall annually prepare a report under oath
	that includes:
	(1) a complete statement of:
	(A) all money and choses in action; and
	(B) how the money and choses in action were
	disbursed or otherwise disposed;
	(2) the details of district operation during the
	preceding fiscal year; and
	(3) a full and complete list of all delinquent
	accounts owing and due the district, including names and addresses
	of delinquent debtors.
	(b) The report shall be filed in:
	(1) the district office; and
	(2) the office of the county clerk of Upton County.
	(Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1087.156. DEPOSITORY. (a) The board shall select one
	or more banks to serve as a depository for district money.
	(b) To the extent that money in a depository bank is not
	insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the money
	must be secured in the manner provided by law for the security of
	county funds.
	(c) Membership on the district's board of an officer or
	director of a bank does not disqualify the bank from being
	designated as depository. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec.
	10(a).)
	Sec. 1087.157. INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS. The board may
	invest operating, depreciation, or building reserves only in funds
	or securities specified by Chapter 2256, Government Code. (Acts
	60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 10(b).)
	Sec. 1087.158. AUTHORITY TO BORROW MONEY; SECURITY. (a) The
	board may borrow money at a rate not to exceed the maximum annual
	percentage rate allowed by law for district obligations at the time
	the loan is made.
	(b) To secure a loan, the board may pledge:
	(1) district revenue that is not pledged to pay the
	district's bonded indebtedness;
	(2) tax revenue to be collected by the district during
	the 12-month period following the date of the pledge that is not
	pledged to pay the principal of or interest on district bonds; or
	(3) district bonds that have been authorized but not
	sold.
	(c) A loan for which taxes or bonds are pledged must mature
	not later than the first anniversary of the date the loan is made. A
	loan for which district revenue is pledged must mature not later
	than the fifth anniversary of the date the loan is made. (Acts 60th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 7A.)
	[Sections 1087.159-1087.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1087.201. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. The board may
	issue and sell general obligation bonds in the name and on the faith
	and credit of the district for any purpose relating to:
	(1) the purchase, construction, acquisition, repair,
	or renovation of buildings and improvements; and
	(2) equipping buildings and improvements for hospital
	purposes. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 7(a).)
	Sec. 1087.202. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. (a) At
	the time general obligation bonds are issued by the district, the
	board shall impose an ad valorem tax at a rate sufficient to create
	an interest and sinking fund to pay the principal of and interest on
	the bonds as the bonds mature.
	(b) The tax required by this section together with any other
	ad valorem tax imposed for the district may not in any year exceed
	75 cents on each $100 valuation of all taxable property in the
	district. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 7(b).)
	Sec. 1087.203. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION. (a) The
	district may issue general obligation bonds only if the bonds are
	authorized by a majority of the district voters voting at an
	election held for that purpose.
	(b) The board may call the election on the board's own
	motion.
	(c) The order calling the election must specify:
	(1) the location of the polling places;
	(2) the presiding election officers;
	(3) the purpose of the bond issuance;
	(4) the amount of the bonds to be authorized;
	(5) the maximum interest rate of the bonds; and
	(6) the maximum maturity of the bonds.
	(d) Notice of a bond election shall be given by publishing a
	substantial copy of the order calling the election in a newspaper of
	general circulation in the district once each week for two
	consecutive weeks before the date of the election. The first
	publication must occur at least 20 days before the date of the
	election. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 7(d) (part).)
	Sec. 1087.204. MATURITY OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.
	District general obligation bonds must mature not later than 40
	years after the date of issuance. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182,
	Sec. 7(d) (part).)
	Sec. 1087.205. EXECUTION OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. The
	board's presiding officer shall execute the general obligation
	bonds in the district's name, and the board secretary shall
	countersign the bonds. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 7(c).)
	Sec. 1087.206. REVENUE BONDS. (a) The board may issue
	revenue bonds to:
	(1) purchase, construct, acquire, repair, or renovate
	buildings or improvements;
	(2) equip buildings or improvements for hospital
	purposes; or
	(3) acquire real property for hospital purposes.
	(b) The bonds must be payable from and secured by a pledge of
	all or part of the revenue derived from the operation of the
	district's hospital system.
	(c) The bonds may be additionally secured by a mortgage or
	deed of trust lien on all or part of district property.
	(d) The bonds must be issued in the manner provided by
	Sections 264.042, 264.043, 264.046, 264.047, 264.048, and 264.049,
	Health and Safety Code, for issuance of revenue bonds by a county
	hospital authority. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Secs. 7(f),
	(g).)
	Sec. 1087.207. REFUNDING BONDS. (a) The board may, without
	an election, issue refunding bonds to refund outstanding bonds
	issued or assumed by the district.
	(b) A refunding bond may be:
	(1) sold, with the proceeds of the refunding bond
	applied to the payment of the bonds to be refunded; or
	(2) exchanged wholly or partly for not less than a
	similar amount of outstanding bonds and the unpaid matured interest
	on the bonds. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 7(e).)
	Sec. 1087.208. ADDITIONAL MEANS OF SECURING REPAYMENT OF
	BONDS. In addition to the authority to issue general obligation and
	revenue bonds under this subchapter, the board may provide for the
	security and payment of district bonds from a pledge of a
	combination of ad valorem taxes as authorized by Section 1087.202
	and revenue and other sources as authorized by Section 1087.206.
	(Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 7(h).)
	Sec. 1087.209. USE OF BOND PROCEEDS. The district may use
	the proceeds of bonds issued under this subchapter to pay:
	(1) any expense the board determines is reasonable and
	necessary to issue, sell, and deliver the bonds;
	(2) interest payments on the bonds during a period of
	acquisition or construction of a project or facility to be provided
	through the bonds, not to exceed five years;
	(3) costs related to the operation and maintenance of
	a project or facility to be provided through the bonds:
	(A) during an estimated period of acquisition or
	construction, not to exceed five years; and
	(B) for one year after the project or facility is
	acquired or constructed;
	(4) costs related to the financing of the bond funds,
	including debt service reserve and contingency funds;
	(5) costs related to the bond issuance;
	(6) costs related to the acquisition of land or
	interests in land for a project or facility to be provided through
	the bonds; and
	(7) construction costs of a project or facility to be
	provided through the bonds, including the payment of related
	professional services and expenses. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	182, Sec. 7(i).)
	[Sections 1087.210-1087.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1087.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX. (a) On final
	approval of the annual budget, the board shall impose a tax on all
	property in the district subject to district taxation.
	(b) The board shall impose the tax to:
	(1) pay the interest on and create a sinking fund for
	bonds issued or assumed by the district for hospital purposes as
	provided by this chapter;
	(2) provide for the operation and maintenance of the
	hospital or hospital system;
	(3) make improvements and additions to the district's
	hospital system; and
	(4) acquire necessary sites for improvements or
	additions by purchase, lease, or condemnation. (Acts 60th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 182, Secs. 6 (part), 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1087.252. TAX RATE. The board may impose the tax at a
	rate not to exceed 75 cents on each $100 valuation of all taxable
	property in the district. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	Sec. 1087.253. ASSESSMENT AND COLLECTION BY COUNTY TAX
	ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. (a) This section applies unless an election
	is held under Section 1087.254.
	(b) The tax assessor-collector of Upton County shall
	collect the taxes imposed on all property subject to district
	taxation. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Secs. 6 (part), 9
	(part).)
	Sec. 1087.254. ELECTION FOR SEPARATE TAX ASSESSOR AND
	SEPARATE TAX COLLECTOR. (a) On receipt of a petition signed by at
	least five percent of the taxpaying voters in the district, the
	court may order an election to determine whether the district shall
	have a separate tax assessor and separate tax collector for the
	assessment and collection of district taxes.
	(b) Notice of the election shall be given as required by
	Section 1087.052. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 19 (part).)
	Sec. 1087.255. APPOINTMENT OF SEPARATE TAX ASSESSOR AND
	SEPARATE TAX COLLECTOR. If the appointment of a separate tax
	assessor and separate tax collector is approved by a two-thirds
	majority vote of the district voters voting at an election held
	under Section 1087.254, the board shall appoint:
	(1) a suitable person as tax assessor; and
	(2) a suitable person as tax collector. (Acts 60th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 182, Sec. 19 (part).)
	CHAPTER 1096. SOUTH LIMESTONE HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1096.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 1096.002. AUTHORITY FOR CREATION
	Sec. 1096.003. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 1096.004. CORRECTION OF INVALID PROCEDURES
	Sec. 1096.005. DISTRICT SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE NOT
	STATE OBLIGATION
	Sec. 1096.006. RESTRICTION ON STATE FINANCIAL
	ASSISTANCE
	[Sections 1096.007-1096.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1096.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM
	Sec. 1096.052. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 1096.053. BOND; RECORD OF BOND AND OATH
	Sec. 1096.054. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 1096.055. OFFICERS
	Sec. 1096.056. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES
	Sec. 1096.057. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1096.058. EMPLOYEES
	Sec. 1096.059. MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS; PUBLIC
	INSPECTION
	Sec. 1096.060. RECRUITMENT OF MEDICAL STAFF
	Sec. 1096.061. CONTINUING EDUCATION; RETRAINING
	[Sections 1096.062-1096.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1096.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY
	Sec. 1096.102. RESTRICTION ON POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
	TAXATION AND DEBT
	Sec. 1096.103. MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 1096.104. HOSPITAL SYSTEM
	Sec. 1096.105. RULES
	Sec. 1096.106. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING PROCEDURES
	Sec. 1096.107. EMINENT DOMAIN
	Sec. 1096.108. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS
	Sec. 1096.109. CONTRACTS WITH POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
	FOR HOSPITAL CARE
	Sec. 1096.110. PROVISION OF CERTAIN HEALTH SERVICES
	Sec. 1096.111. OPERATION OF HOSPITAL; RATES CHARGED;
	RESERVE FUNDS
	Sec. 1096.112. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES
	[Sections 1096.113-1096.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1096.151. BUDGET
	Sec. 1096.152. PROPOSED BUDGET: NOTICE AND HEARING
	Sec. 1096.153. FISCAL YEAR
	Sec. 1096.154. ANNUAL AUDIT
	Sec. 1096.155. DEPOSITORY
	Sec. 1096.156. AUTHORITY TO BORROW MONEY; SECURITY
	Sec. 1096.157. INVESTMENT OF DISTRICT MONEY
	Sec. 1096.158. TAX EXEMPTION
	[Sections 1096.159-1096.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1096.201. REVENUE BONDS
	Sec. 1096.202. EXECUTION OF BONDS
	Sec. 1096.203. MATURITY OF BONDS
	Sec. 1096.204. REFUNDING BONDS
	[Sections 1096.205-1096.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1096.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX
	Sec. 1096.252. TAX RATE
	Sec. 1096.253. TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR
	CHAPTER 1096. SOUTH LIMESTONE HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1096.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the board of directors of the
	district.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the South Limestone Hospital
	District. (New.)
	Sec. 1096.002. AUTHORITY FOR CREATION. The South Limestone
	Hospital District is created under the authority of Section 9,
	Article IX, Texas Constitution, and has the rights, powers, and
	duties provided by this chapter. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638,
	Secs. 1, 2 (part).)
	Sec. 1096.003. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The boundaries of the
	district are coextensive with the boundaries of the Groesbeck
	Independent School District as those boundaries existed on January
	1, 1969. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 1096.004. CORRECTION OF INVALID PROCEDURES. If a
	court holds that any procedure under this chapter violates the
	constitution of this state or of the United States, the district by
	resolution may provide an alternative procedure that conforms with
	the constitution. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 28 (part).)
	Sec. 1096.005. DISTRICT SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE NOT STATE
	OBLIGATION. The support and maintenance of the district's hospital
	system and any indebtedness incurred by the district under this
	chapter may not become a charge against or obligation of this state.
	(Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 26 (part).)
	Sec. 1096.006. RESTRICTION ON STATE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE.
	The legislature may not make a direct appropriation for the
	construction, maintenance, or improvement of a district facility.
	(Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 26 (part).)
	[Sections 1096.007-1096.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1096.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM. (a) The district is
	governed by a board of seven directors elected from the district at
	large.
	(b) Each even-numbered year, on the May uniform election
	date or another date authorized by law, the appropriate number of
	directors shall be elected.
	(c) Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 61st
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Secs. 5(a), (e).)
	Sec. 1096.052. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. (a) To qualify
	for election to the board, a person must:
	(1) be at least 18 years of age;
	(2) have been a resident of the district for at least
	two years; and
	(3) be a qualified property tax paying voter of the
	district.
	(b) A person may not serve as a director if the person:
	(1) is a district employee;
	(2) was a district employee at any time during the two
	years preceding the date of the election; or
	(3) receives compensation under a contract with the
	district. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Secs. 5(f), (j).)
	Sec. 1096.053. BOND; RECORD OF BOND AND OATH. (a) Each
	director shall qualify by executing a good and sufficient bond for
	$1,000 that is:
	(1) payable to the district; and
	(2) conditioned on the faithful performance of the
	director's duties.
	(b) The district shall pay for the directors' bonds.
	(c) Each director's bond and constitutional oath of office
	shall be deposited with the district's depository bank for
	safekeeping. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 5(b).)
	Sec. 1096.054. BOARD VACANCY. If a vacancy occurs in the
	office of director, the remaining directors shall appoint a
	director for the unexpired term. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638,
	Sec. 5(d).)
	Sec. 1096.055. OFFICERS. (a) The board shall elect from
	among its members a president, vice president, secretary, and
	treasurer.
	(b) The board may combine the offices of secretary and
	treasurer at the board's discretion. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch.
	638, Sec. 5(c).)
	Sec. 1096.056. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES. A director is not
	entitled to compensation but is entitled to reimbursement for any
	necessary expense incurred in the performance of official duties.
	(Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 5(i).)
	Sec. 1096.057. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR. (a) The board may
	employ a district administrator to manage the operations of the
	hospital system.
	(b) The district administrator may hire necessary personnel
	to perform the services provided by the hospital system. (Acts 61st
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 20(e) (part).)
	Sec. 1096.058. EMPLOYEES. The board may employ an
	attorney, a general manager, a bookkeeper, an architect, nurses,
	and other employees necessary for the efficient operation of the
	district. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 20(e) (part).)
	Sec. 1096.059. MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS; PUBLIC INSPECTION.
	Except as provided by Section 1096.053, the board shall:
	(1) maintain all district records, including books,
	accounts, notices, minutes, and other matters of the district and
	its operation, at the district office; and
	(2) make those records available for public inspection
	at reasonable times. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 20(b).)
	Sec. 1096.060. RECRUITMENT OF MEDICAL STAFF. The board may
	spend district money to recruit physicians, nurses, and other
	trained medical personnel. The board may pay the tuition or other
	education-related costs or expenses of a person who:
	(1) graduates from a medical school, a nursing school,
	or an institution of higher education; and
	(2) contractually agrees to become a district
	employee. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 20(h) (part).)
	Sec. 1096.061. CONTINUING EDUCATION; RETRAINING. The board
	may spend district money for the continuing education and
	retraining of district employees. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638,
	Sec. 20(h) (part).)
	[Sections 1096.062-1096.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1096.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY. The district shall
	provide all necessary hospital and medical care for the district's
	needy inhabitants. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 3 (part).)
	Sec. 1096.102. RESTRICTION ON POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
	TAXATION AND DEBT. A political subdivision of this state, other
	than the district, may not impose a tax or issue bonds or other
	obligations to provide hospital service or medical care in the
	district. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 3 (part).)
	Sec. 1096.103. MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL OF DISTRICT. The
	board has full power to manage and control the district. (Acts 61st
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 20(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1096.104. HOSPITAL SYSTEM. The district has the
	responsibility to establish a hospital or hospital system within
	its boundaries to provide hospital and medical care to the
	district's residents. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 3
	(part).)
	Sec. 1096.105. RULES. (a) The board shall adopt rules for
	the efficient operation of the district, including district
	facilities.
	(b) The board shall:
	(1) publish the rules in book form; and
	(2) provide copies to interested persons on request at
	district expense. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 20(c).)
	Sec. 1096.106. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING PROCEDURES. The
	board may prescribe the method of making purchases and expenditures
	and the manner of accounting and control used by the district.
	(Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 20(e) (part).)
	Sec. 1096.107. EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) To carry out a power
	provided by this chapter, the district may exercise the power of
	eminent domain to acquire the fee simple title to land and other
	property and easements.
	(b) The district must exercise the power of eminent domain
	in the manner provided by Chapter 21, Property Code.
	(c) In a condemnation proceeding, the district is not
	required to:
	(1) pay in advance or provide a bond or other security
	for costs in the trial court;
	(2) provide a bond for costs or a supersedeas bond on
	an appeal or petition for review; or
	(3) deposit in the trial court money or a bond as
	provided by Section 21.021(a), Property Code.
	(d) The district is a municipal corporation for the purposes
	of Chapter 21, Property Code.
	(e) The board shall determine the amount and the type of
	interest in land, other property, or easements to be acquired.
	(Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Secs. 17, 23.)
	Sec. 1096.108. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS. The board may accept a
	gift or endowment to be held and administered as required by the
	respective donor, to the extent that those requirements do not
	contravene law. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 19.)
	Sec. 1096.109. CONTRACTS WITH POLITICAL SUBDIVISION FOR
	HOSPITAL CARE. The board may contract with a political subdivision
	to provide hospital and medical care for needy persons who reside
	outside the district. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 20(f).)
	Sec. 1096.110. PROVISION OF CERTAIN HEALTH SERVICES. The
	board may provide emergency services, home health care services,
	long-term health care services, or any other health care services
	the board determines are necessary to meet the needs of the
	district. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 20(g).)
	Sec. 1096.111. OPERATION OF HOSPITAL; RATES CHARGED;
	RESERVE FUNDS. (a) The district shall operate a hospital without
	the intervention of private profit for the use and benefit of the
	public.
	(b) The board shall charge sufficient rates for services
	provided by the hospital and use other sources of district revenue
	that will produce an amount sufficient to:
	(1) pay all expenses in connection with the ownership,
	operation, and upkeep of the hospital;
	(2) pay the interest on the bonds as it becomes due;
	(3) create a sinking fund to pay the bonds as they
	become due; and
	(4) create and maintain a bond reserve fund and other
	funds as provided in the bond resolution or trust indenture.
	(c) The bond resolution or trust indenture may prescribe
	systems, methods, routines, and procedures needed for the operation
	of the hospital. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 15.)
	Sec. 1096.112. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES. (a) A
	person who resides in the district is entitled to receive necessary
	medical and hospital care regardless of whether the person has the
	ability to pay for the care and may apply to receive this care
	without cost.
	(b) The board or the district administrator shall employ a
	person to investigate the ability of the patient and any relative
	liable for the patient's support to pay for the medical and hospital
	care received by the patient.
	(c) If the investigator finds that neither the patient nor
	those relatives can pay for all or part of the patient's care, the
	expense of that care becomes a charge against the district.
	(d) If the patient or those relatives can pay for all or part
	of the costs of the patient's care, the board shall order the
	patient or those relatives to pay to the district treasurer each
	week an amount specified in the order. The amount must be
	proportionate to the person's ability to pay.
	(e) The district may collect the amount from the patient's
	estate, or from any relative liable for the patient's support, in
	the manner provided by law for the collection of expenses of the
	last illness of a deceased person.
	(f) If there is a dispute as to the ability to pay, or doubt
	in the mind of the investigator, the board shall hold a hearing and,
	after calling witnesses, shall:
	(1) determine the question; and
	(2) make the proper order based on the board's
	findings.
	(g) A party to the hearing who is not satisfied with the
	result of the order may appeal to the district court. The appeal is
	de novo. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 22.)
	[Sections 1096.113-1096.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1096.151. BUDGET. The board shall prepare a budget
	that includes:
	(1) proposed expenditures and disbursements;
	(2) estimated receipts and collections for the next
	fiscal year; and
	(3) the amount of taxes required to be imposed during
	the next fiscal year to meet the proposed budget. (Acts 61st Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 21(b).)
	Sec. 1096.152. PROPOSED BUDGET: NOTICE AND HEARING. (a)
	The board shall hold a public hearing on the proposed budget.
	(b) Notice of the hearing must be published in a newspaper
	of general circulation in the district at least once before the 10th
	day before the date of the hearing.
	(c) Any person who owns taxable property in the district and
	has duly rendered that property for taxation is entitled to:
	(1) appear at the hearing; and
	(2) be heard regarding any item in the proposed
	budget. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Secs. 21(c), (d).)
	Sec. 1096.153. FISCAL YEAR. The district's fiscal year is
	from October 1 to September 30. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638,
	Sec. 21(a).)
	Sec. 1096.154. ANNUAL AUDIT. (a) The board annually shall
	require an independent audit of the district's books and records.
	(b) Not later than December 1 of each year, the board shall
	file a copy of the audit with:
	(1) the comptroller; and
	(2) the district. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec.
	20(d).)
	Sec. 1096.155. DEPOSITORY. (a) The board by resolution
	shall designate a bank in the county in which the district is
	located as the district's depository. A designated bank serves for
	two years and until a successor is designated.
	(b) All district money shall be deposited in the depository
	and secured in the manner provided for securing county funds. (Acts
	61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 24.)
	Sec. 1096.156. AUTHORITY TO BORROW MONEY; SECURITY. (a)
	The board may borrow money at a rate not to exceed the maximum
	annual percentage rate allowed by law for district obligations at
	the time the loan is made if the board declares that:
	(1) money is not available to meet authorized
	obligations of the district; and
	(2) an emergency exists.
	(b) To secure a loan, the board may pledge:
	(1) district revenue that is not pledged to pay the
	district's bonded indebtedness;
	(2) a district tax to be imposed by the district in the
	next 12-month period that is not pledged to pay the principal of or
	interest on district bonds; or
	(3) district bonds that have been authorized but not
	sold.
	(c) A loan for which taxes or bonds are pledged must mature
	not later than the first anniversary of the date the loan is made. A
	loan for which district revenue is pledged must mature not later
	than the fifth anniversary of the date the loan is made.
	(d) The board may not spend money obtained from a loan under
	this section for any purpose other than:
	(1) the purpose for which the board declared an
	emergency; and
	(2) if district taxes or bonds are pledged to pay the
	loan, the purpose for which the pledged taxes were imposed or the
	pledged bonds were authorized. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec.
	20A.)
	Sec. 1096.157. INVESTMENT OF DISTRICT MONEY. (a) The law
	applicable to municipalities with respect to security for and
	investment of money governs, as applicable, the investment of
	district money. The bond resolution or indenture may further
	restrict the investment.
	(b) To the extent authorized in the bond resolution or
	indenture and until the money is needed, the district may invest the
	proceeds of district bonds in direct obligations of or obligations
	unconditionally guaranteed by the United States. (Acts 61st Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 18.)
	Sec. 1096.158. TAX EXEMPTION. Because property owned by
	the district is held for public purposes only and is devoted
	exclusively to the use and benefit of the public, the property is
	exempt from taxation of every character. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch.
	638, Sec. 16.)
	[Sections 1096.159-1096.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1096.201. REVENUE BONDS. (a) The district may issue
	revenue bonds to provide for any district purposes. The bonds must
	be authorized by a board resolution adopted by a majority vote of a
	quorum of the board.
	(b) Revenue bonds must be payable from and secured by a
	pledge of all or part of the revenue derived from:
	(1) the operation of the district's hospitals; and
	(2) any other revenue resulting from the ownership of
	the hospital properties.
	(c) Revenue bonds may be additionally secured by a mortgage
	or deed of trust lien on real property of the district or by a
	chattel mortgage on the district's personal property, or by both.
	(d) The board may issue:
	(1) bonds that are a junior lien on the district's net
	revenue or property, unless prohibited by the bond resolution or
	trust indenture; and
	(2) parity bonds under conditions specified in the
	bond resolution or trust indenture.
	(e) A bond issued under this subchapter must contain the
	provision: "The holder hereof shall never have the right to demand
	payment thereof out of money raised or to be raised by taxation."
	(Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Secs. 8, 9 (part), 11, 14 (part).)
	Sec. 1096.202. EXECUTION OF BONDS. District bonds must be
	signed by the president or vice president and countersigned by the
	secretary. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1096.203. MATURITY OF BONDS. District bonds must
	mature not later than 40 years after their date of issuance. (Acts
	61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1096.204. REFUNDING BONDS. The board may issue bonds
	for the purpose of refunding outstanding bonds in the manner
	provided by this subchapter for other bonds. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 638, Sec. 13 (part).)
	[Sections 1096.205-1096.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1096.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX. (a) The board
	shall impose a tax on all property in the district subject to
	district taxation.
	(b) The tax proceeds may be used only to:
	(1) provide for the operation and maintenance of the
	district and hospital system;
	(2) make improvements and additions to the hospital
	system; or
	(3) acquire sites for additions to the hospital
	system. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Secs. 7(a) (part), (b).)
	Sec. 1096.252. TAX RATE. The board shall impose the tax at
	a rate not to exceed 38 cents on each $100 valuation. (Acts 61st
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 7(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1096.253. TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. The board may use
	any of the following to assess and collect district taxes:
	(1) the tax assessor-collector for Limestone County;
	(2) the tax assessor-collector for the Groesbeck
	Independent School District; or
	(3) any tax assessor-collector established by the
	board for the district. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 638, Sec. 7(d).)
	CHAPTER 1107. TITUS COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1107.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 1107.002. AUTHORITY FOR OPERATION
	Sec. 1107.003. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 1107.004-1107.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1107.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM
	Sec. 1107.052. NOTICE OF ELECTION
	Sec. 1107.053. BALLOT PETITION
	Sec. 1107.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR CANDIDACY
	Sec. 1107.055. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 1107.056. NONATTENDANCE
	Sec. 1107.057. OFFICERS
	Sec. 1107.058. COMPENSATION
	Sec. 1107.059. LIABILITY INSURANCE
	Sec. 1107.060. QUORUM; VOTING REQUIREMENT
	Sec. 1107.061. RECORDS OF PROCEEDINGS
	Sec. 1107.062. PERSONNEL MATTERS; CLOSED MEETING
	Sec. 1107.063. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1107.064. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT
	ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1107.065. ASSISTANT TO DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1107.066. APPOINTMENT AND RECRUITMENT OF STAFF
	AND EMPLOYEES
	Sec. 1107.067. HEALTH CARE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
	Sec. 1107.068. LEGAL COUNSEL
	Sec. 1107.069. RETIREMENT PROGRAM
	Sec. 1107.070. SEAL
	[Sections 1107.071-1107.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1107.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY
	Sec. 1107.102. RESTRICTION ON COUNTY OR MUNICIPALITY
	TAXATION
	Sec. 1107.103. MANAGEMENT, CONTROL, AND ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1107.104. RULES
	Sec. 1107.105. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING
	Sec. 1107.106. DISTRICT FACILITIES
	Sec. 1107.107. PROMOTION OF DISTRICT SERVICES
	Sec. 1107.108. EMINENT DOMAIN
	Sec. 1107.109. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS
	Sec. 1107.110. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES
	FOR CARE AND TREATMENT
	Sec. 1107.111. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES
	Sec. 1107.112. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED
	[Sections 1107.113-1107.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1107.151. BUDGET
	Sec. 1107.152. ANNUAL AUDIT
	Sec. 1107.153. FINANCIAL REPORT
	Sec. 1107.154. DEPOSITORY
	Sec. 1107.155. WARRANTS
	[Sections 1107.156-1107.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1107.201. BONDS
	Sec. 1107.202. TAX TO PAY BONDS
	Sec. 1107.203. BOND ELECTION
	Sec. 1107.204. REFUNDING BONDS
	Sec. 1107.205. EXECUTION OF BONDS
	[Sections 1107.206-1107.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1107.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX
	Sec. 1107.252. TAX RATE
	Sec. 1107.253. COLLECTION BY COUNTY TAX
	ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR
	Sec. 1107.254. ASSESSMENT AND COLLECTION BY DISTRICT
	TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR
	CHAPTER 1107. TITUS COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1107.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the board of hospital managers of
	the district.
	(2) "District" means the Titus County Hospital
	District.
	(3) "Manager" means a member of the board. (New.)
	Sec. 1107.002. AUTHORITY FOR OPERATION. The Titus County
	Hospital District operates in accordance with Section 9, Article
	IX, Texas Constitution, and has the powers and responsibilities
	provided by that section. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 1
	(part).)
	Sec. 1107.003. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The boundaries of the
	district are coextensive with the boundaries of Titus County.
	(Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 1 (part).)
	[Sections 1107.004-1107.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1107.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM. (a) The board
	consists of seven voting managers and one nonvoting manager as
	follows:
	(1) one voting manager elected from each
	commissioners precinct of Titus County;
	(2) three voting managers elected from the district at
	large; and
	(3) the chief of the medical staff of the district's
	principal hospital serving as a nonvoting ex officio manager.
	(b) The election order must provide for clerks as in county
	elections and must specify:
	(1) the date of the election;
	(2) the location of the polling places;
	(3) the presiding and alternate election judges for
	each polling place; and
	(4) the form of the ballot.
	(c) The board shall declare the results of the election.
	(d) Voting managers serve staggered four-year terms.
	(e) An election shall be held on the uniform election date
	in May, or another date authorized by law, of each even-numbered
	year to elect the appropriate number of voting managers. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Secs. 6b(a) (part), (b), (c) (part), 6c(b);
	Acts 71st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1116, Sec. 2.)
	Sec. 1107.052. NOTICE OF ELECTION. (a) The board shall
	give notice of an election of managers by publishing once a week for
	two consecutive weeks a substantial copy of the election order in a
	newspaper with general circulation in the district.
	(b) The first publication of the notice must appear at least
	30 days before the date set for the election. (Acts 58th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 298, Secs. 6b(a) (part), (c) (part).)
	Sec. 1107.053. BALLOT PETITION. A person seeking to have
	the person's name printed on the ballot as a candidate for manager
	must file with the board secretary a petition requesting that
	action. The petition must:
	(1) be signed by at least 10 registered voters who
	reside in the district;
	(2) be filed by the deadline imposed by Section
	144.005, Election Code; and
	(3) specify the commissioners precinct the candidate
	seeks to represent or specify that the candidate seeks to represent
	the district at large. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 6b(c)
	(part).)
	Sec. 1107.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR CANDIDACY. (a) A
	candidate for manager must be a resident of the district.
	(b) A candidate for a commissioners precinct must be a
	resident of that commissioners precinct. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 298, Sec. 6b(c) (part).)
	Sec. 1107.055. BOARD VACANCY. If a vacancy occurs in the
	office of manager, other than the ex officio manager, the remaining
	managers shall appoint a manager for the unexpired term. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 6c(f).)
	Sec. 1107.056. NONATTENDANCE. The failure of a manager to
	attend three consecutive regular board meetings causes a vacancy in
	the manager's office unless the absence is excused by formal action
	of the board. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1107.057. OFFICERS. (a) The board shall select from
	among the managers a presiding officer, who shall preside over the
	board.
	(b) A presiding officer pro tem shall preside in the absence
	of the presiding officer.
	(c) The district administrator or any manager may be
	appointed secretary. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	Sec. 1107.058. COMPENSATION. A manager serves without
	compensation, but the board may establish a system and set the
	amount of meeting fees for attending board or committee meetings.
	(Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1107.059. LIABILITY INSURANCE. The board may purchase
	and provide the managers with liability insurance the board
	considers necessary or advisable to protect the managers from risks
	that might result from serving on the board. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 298, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1107.060. QUORUM; VOTING REQUIREMENT. (a) Four
	managers, not including the ex officio manager, constitute a
	quorum.
	(b) A concurrence of a majority of the voting managers
	present is required in any matter relating to district business.
	(Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 6c(g).)
	Sec. 1107.061. RECORDS OF PROCEEDINGS. (a) The board shall
	require the secretary to keep suitable records of all proceedings
	of each board meeting.
	(b) After each meeting:
	(1) the manager presiding at the meeting shall read
	and sign the record; and
	(2) the secretary shall attest the record. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1107.062. PERSONNEL MATTERS; CLOSED MEETING. A member
	or prospective member of the medical staff or a person who serves or
	is being considered for a position as a medical director of services
	or departments in the district is a public officer or employee for
	purposes of Section 551.074, Government Code. (Acts 58th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 6f.)
	Sec. 1107.063. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR. (a) The board
	shall appoint under terms prescribed by the board a general manager
	qualified by training and experience as the district administrator.
	(b) The district administrator shall receive the
	compensation determined by the board.
	(c) The board may remove the district administrator at any
	time.
	(d) Before assuming the duties of district administrator,
	the administrator must execute a bond payable to the district in an
	amount of not less than $10,000 that:
	(1) is conditioned on the administrator performing
	well and faithfully the administrator's required duties; and
	(2) contains any other condition the board requires.
	(Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1107.064. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR.
	Subject to any limitations prescribed by the board, the district
	administrator shall:
	(1) perform the duties required by the board;
	(2) supervise the work and activities of the district;
	and
	(3) direct the affairs of the district. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1107.065. ASSISTANT TO DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR. (a)
	The board may designate an assistant to the district administrator
	to discharge a duty or function of the administrator in the event of
	the administrator's incapacity, absence, or inability to discharge
	the duty or function.
	(b) The assistant shall post bond and is subject to the
	limitations prescribed by board order. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	298, Sec. 8.)
	Sec. 1107.066. APPOINTMENT AND RECRUITMENT OF STAFF AND
	EMPLOYEES. (a) The board may employ under terms prescribed by the
	board any employees as considered advisable for the efficient
	operation of the hospital or hospital system.
	(b) The board may spend district money, enter into
	agreements, and take other necessary action to recruit physicians
	and other persons to serve as the district's medical staff or
	employees, including:
	(1) advertising and marketing;
	(2) paying travel, recruitment, and relocation
	expenses; and
	(3) allowing a physician to use space in a district
	facility or paying the physician a rent subsidy until not later than
	the first anniversary of the date the physician is first admitted to
	the district's medical staff.
	(c) The district may provide a loan or scholarship to a
	person who:
	(1) is enrolled in health care education courses; and
	(2) contractually agrees to practice in or become
	employed by the district. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Secs. 6
	(part), 6d(a), (c).)
	Sec. 1107.067. HEALTH CARE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. The board
	may spend district money, enter into agreements, and take other
	necessary action to conduct, participate in, or assist health care
	educational programs for staff members or employees or potential
	staff members or employees. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec.
	6d(b).)
	Sec. 1107.068. LEGAL COUNSEL. (a) The appropriate county,
	district, or criminal district attorney charged with representing
	Titus County in civil matters shall represent the district in all
	legal matters.
	(b) The district shall contribute sufficient money to the
	Titus County general fund for the account designated for the
	appropriate attorney described in Subsection (a) to pay all
	additional salaries and expenses incurred by the attorney in
	performing the duties required by the district.
	(c) The board may employ additional legal counsel the board
	considers advisable. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Secs. 1
	(part), 13.)
	Sec. 1107.069. RETIREMENT PROGRAM. The board may:
	(1) contract with this state or the federal government
	as necessary to establish or continue a retirement program for the
	benefit of district employees; or
	(2) establish other retirement programs for the
	benefit of district employees as the board considers necessary and
	advisable. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Secs. 6 (part), 6c(c).)
	Sec. 1107.070. SEAL. The board shall have a seal engraved
	with the district's name to authenticate the acts of the board. The
	board secretary shall keep the seal. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	298, Sec. 6 (part).)
	[Sections 1107.071-1107.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1107.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY. The district has
	full responsibility for providing medical and hospital care for the
	district's needy and indigent residents. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 298, Secs. 2 (part), 14 (part).)
	Sec. 1107.102. RESTRICTION ON COUNTY OR MUNICIPALITY
	TAXATION. Titus County or a municipality in the county may not
	impose a tax for hospital purposes. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298,
	Sec. 14 (part).)
	Sec. 1107.103. MANAGEMENT, CONTROL, AND ADMINISTRATION.
	The board shall manage, control, and administer the district's
	hospital or hospital system. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	Sec. 1107.104. RULES. The board may adopt rules for the
	operation of the hospital or hospital system. (Acts 58th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1107.105. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING. (a) The board
	may prescribe:
	(1) the method and manner of making purchases and
	expenditures by and for the district; and
	(2) all accounting and control procedures.
	(b) The district shall pay the salaries and expenses
	necessarily incurred by the board or by an officer or agent of the
	board in performing a duty prescribed or required by this chapter.
	(c) An officer, employee, or agent of the board shall
	perform any function or service prescribed by the board under this
	section or Section 1107.152. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 7
	(part).)
	Sec. 1107.106. DISTRICT FACILITIES. The board may:
	(1) purchase or build facilities for medical purposes;
	and
	(2) rent the facilities or space in the facilities at a
	rate sufficient to cover the district's cost. (Acts 58th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 6e(a).)
	Sec. 1107.107. PROMOTION OF DISTRICT SERVICES. The board
	may market or advertise to promote district services, the orderly
	operation of the district, and the appropriate delivery of health
	care in the district. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 6e(b).)
	Sec. 1107.108. EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) The district may
	exercise the power of eminent domain to acquire a fee simple or
	other interest in any type of property, real, personal, or mixed,
	located in district territory, if the interest is necessary or
	convenient to exercise a right, power, privilege, or function
	conferred on the district by this chapter.
	(b) The district must exercise the power of eminent domain
	in the manner provided by Chapter 21, Property Code, except the
	district is not required to deposit in the trial court money or a
	bond as provided by Section 21.021(a), Property Code.
	(c) In a condemnation proceeding brought by the district,
	the district is not required to:
	(1) pay in advance or provide a bond for the issuance
	of a temporary restraining order or a temporary injunction; or
	(2) provide a bond for costs or a supersedeas bond on
	an appeal or petition for review. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298,
	Sec. 10.)
	Sec. 1107.109. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS. The board may accept
	for the district a gift or endowment to be held in trust and
	administered by the board for the purposes and under the
	directions, limitations, or provisions prescribed in writing by the
	donor that are not inconsistent with the proper management and
	objectives of the district. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec.
	16.)
	Sec. 1107.110. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES FOR
	CARE AND TREATMENT. The board may contract with:
	(1) any county for the care and treatment of a sick or
	injured person of that county; and
	(2) this state or a federal agency for the care and
	treatment of a sick or injured person for whom the state or agency
	is responsible. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Secs. 6 (part),
	6c(c).)
	Sec. 1107.111. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES. (a)
	When a patient from Titus County is admitted to a district facility,
	the district administrator shall have an inquiry made into the
	circumstances of:
	(1) the patient; and
	(2) the patient's relatives legally liable for the
	patient's support.
	(b) If the district administrator determines that the
	patient or those relatives cannot pay for all or part of the
	patient's care and treatment in the hospital, the amount that
	cannot be paid becomes a charge against the district.
	(c) If the district administrator determines that the
	patient or those relatives can pay for all or part of the patient's
	care and treatment, the patient or those relatives shall be ordered
	to pay the district a specified amount each week for the patient's
	support. The amount ordered must be proportionate to their
	financial ability and may not exceed the actual per capita cost of
	maintenance.
	(d) The district administrator may collect the amount from
	the patient's estate, or from those relatives legally liable for
	the patient's support, in the manner provided by law for the
	collection of expenses of the last illness of a deceased person.
	(e) If there is a dispute as to the ability to pay, or doubt
	in the mind of the district administrator, the county court shall
	hold a hearing and, after calling witnesses, shall:
	(1) resolve the dispute or doubt; and
	(2) issue any appropriate orders.
	(f) Either party to the dispute may appeal the order to the
	district court. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 15.)
	Sec. 1107.112. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED. The board may
	sue and be sued. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 6 (part).)
	[Sections 1107.113-1107.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1107.151. BUDGET. (a) The district administrator,
	under the direction of the board, shall prepare an annual budget.
	(b) The budget must be approved by the board. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1107.152. ANNUAL AUDIT. As soon as practicable after
	the close of each fiscal year, the board shall have an audit made of
	the district's books and records for the fiscal year by an
	independent public accountant. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298,
	Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 1107.153. FINANCIAL REPORT. (a) As soon as
	practicable after the close of each fiscal year, the district
	administrator shall prepare a report that includes:
	(1) a complete sworn statement of:
	(A) all money and choses in action received by
	the administrator; and
	(B) how the money and choses in action were
	disbursed or otherwise disposed; and
	(2) the details of district operation during the
	preceding fiscal year.
	(b) The district administrator shall make the report to:
	(1) the board; and
	(2) the Titus County Commissioners Court. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1107.154. DEPOSITORY. (a) After advertising in the
	manner provided by Chapter 252 and Subchapter C, Chapter 262, Local
	Government Code, the board shall choose by competitive bidding at
	least one bank to serve as depository for district money.
	(b) All income received by the district shall be deposited
	in the district depository. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Secs.
	3(b) (part), 11 (part).)
	Sec. 1107.155. WARRANTS. A warrant against district money
	does not require the signature of the county clerk of Titus County.
	(Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 3(b) (part).)
	[Sections 1107.156-1107.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1107.201. BONDS. The board may issue and sell bonds as
	district obligations for any purpose relating to:
	(1) the purchase, construction, acquisition, repair,
	or renovation of buildings and improvements; and
	(2) equipping buildings and improvements for hospital
	purposes. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Secs. 4 (part), 6c(e)
	(part).)
	Sec. 1107.202. TAX TO PAY BONDS. (a) An ad valorem tax
	shall be imposed at a rate sufficient to create an interest and
	sinking fund to pay the principal of and interest on bonds issued
	under Section 1107.201 as the bonds mature.
	(b) The tax required by this section together with any other
	ad valorem tax imposed for the district may not in any year exceed
	75 cents on each $100 valuation of taxable property in the district.
	(Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1107.203. BOND ELECTION. The district may issue bonds
	only if the bonds are authorized by a majority of the district
	voters voting at an election called by the board and held in
	accordance with the provisions of Chapter 1251, Government Code,
	relating to county bonds. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Secs. 4
	(part), 6c(e) (part).)
	Sec. 1107.204. REFUNDING BONDS. (a) District refunding
	bonds may be issued without an election and in the manner provided
	by this subchapter to refund outstanding indebtedness issued or
	assumed by the district.
	(b) A refunding bond may be:
	(1) sold, with the proceeds of the refunding bond
	applied to the payment of outstanding bonds; or
	(2) exchanged wholly or partly for not less than a
	similar amount of outstanding bonds and the unpaid matured interest
	on the bonds. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1107.205. EXECUTION OF BONDS. The board's presiding
	officer shall execute the district's bonds in the district's name
	and the board secretary shall countersign the bonds in the manner
	provided by Chapter 618, Government Code. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 298, Secs. 4 (part), 6c(e) (part).)
	[Sections 1107.206-1107.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1107.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX. (a) The board
	shall impose a tax on all property in the district subject to
	district taxation.
	(b) The board shall impose the tax to:
	(1) pay the interest on and create a sinking fund for
	bonds assumed or issued by the district for hospital purposes as
	provided by this chapter;
	(2) provide for the operation and maintenance of the
	hospital or hospital system; and
	(3) make improvements and additions to the hospital
	system and acquire necessary sites for improvements and additions
	by purchase, lease, or condemnation. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	298, Secs. 3(a) (part), 6c(d).)
	Sec. 1107.252. TAX RATE. The board shall impose the tax at
	a rate not to exceed 75 cents on each $100 valuation of all property
	in the district subject to district taxation. (Acts 58th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 3(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1107.253. COLLECTION BY COUNTY TAX
	ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. Unless the board elects to have district taxes
	assessed and collected by its own tax assessor-collector under
	Section 1107.254, the tax assessor-collector of Titus County shall
	assess and collect taxes imposed by the district. (Acts 58th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 3(b) (part).)
	Sec. 1107.254. ASSESSMENT AND COLLECTION BY DISTRICT TAX
	ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. (a) The board may elect to employ a tax
	assessor-collector to assess and collect district taxes by adopting
	an appropriate resolution before December 1 of any year. The
	election remains in effect until revoked by a resolution adopted by
	the board.
	(b) The district tax assessor-collector must reside in the
	district.
	(c) The board shall set the term of employment and
	compensation for the district tax assessor-collector. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 298, Sec. 3(c) (part).)
	CHAPTER 1109. TYLER COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1109.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 1109.002. AUTHORITY FOR OPERATION
	Sec. 1109.003. ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FUNCTION
	Sec. 1109.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 1109.005-1109.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1109.051. BOARD APPOINTMENT; TERM
	Sec. 1109.052. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 1109.053. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 1109.054. NONATTENDANCE
	Sec. 1109.055. OFFICERS
	Sec. 1109.056. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES
	Sec. 1109.057. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1109.058. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT
	ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1109.059. ASSISTANT DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR;
	ATTORNEY
	Sec. 1109.060. APPOINTMENT AND REMOVAL OF STAFF AND
	EMPLOYEES
	Sec. 1109.061. RETIREMENT BENEFITS
	Sec. 1109.062. SEAL
	[Sections 1109.063-1109.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1109.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY
	Sec. 1109.102. RESTRICTION ON COUNTY OR MUNICIPALITY
	TAXATION
	Sec. 1109.103. MANAGEMENT, CONTROL, AND ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1109.104. HOSPITAL OR HOSPITAL SYSTEM
	Sec. 1109.105. RULES
	Sec. 1109.106. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING
	Sec. 1109.107. DISTRICT PROPERTY, FACILITIES, AND
	EQUIPMENT
	Sec. 1109.108. EMINENT DOMAIN
	Sec. 1109.109. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS
	Sec. 1109.110. CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS
	Sec. 1109.111. OPERATING AND MANAGEMENT CONTRACTS
	Sec. 1109.112. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES
	FOR CARE AND TREATMENT
	Sec. 1109.113. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES
	Sec. 1109.114. REIMBURSEMENT FOR SERVICES
	Sec. 1109.115. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED
	[Sections 1109.116-1109.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1109.151. BUDGET
	Sec. 1109.152. NOTICE; HEARING; ADOPTION OF BUDGET
	Sec. 1109.153. AMENDMENTS TO BUDGET
	Sec. 1109.154. FISCAL YEAR
	Sec. 1109.155. ANNUAL AUDIT
	Sec. 1109.156. FINANCIAL REPORT
	Sec. 1109.157. DEPOSITORY
	Sec. 1109.158. INVESTMENTS
	Sec. 1109.159. AUTHORITY TO BORROW MONEY; SECURITY
	[Sections 1109.160-1109.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1109.201. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1109.202. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1109.203. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION
	Sec. 1109.204. EXECUTION OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1109.205. REVENUE BONDS
	Sec. 1109.206. REFUNDING BONDS
	Sec. 1109.207. MATURITY OF BONDS
	Sec. 1109.208. EXECUTION OF BONDS
	Sec. 1109.209. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION
	[Sections 1109.210-1109.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1109.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX
	Sec. 1109.252. TAX RATE
	Sec. 1109.253. TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR
	[Sections 1109.254-1109.300 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER G. DISSOLUTION
	Sec. 1109.301. DISSOLUTION; ELECTION
	Sec. 1109.302. NOTICE OF ELECTION
	Sec. 1109.303. BALLOT
	Sec. 1109.304. ELECTION RESULTS
	Sec. 1109.305. TRANSFER OR ADMINISTRATION OF ASSETS
	Sec. 1109.306. SALE OR TRANSFER OF ASSETS AND
	LIABILITIES
	Sec. 1109.307. IMPOSITION OF TAX AND RETURN OF SURPLUS
	TAXES
	Sec. 1109.308. REPORT; DISSOLUTION ORDER
	CHAPTER 1109. TYLER COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1109.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the board of hospital managers of
	the district.
	(2) "Commissioners court" means the Commissioners
	Court of Tyler County.
	(3) "District" means the Tyler County Hospital
	District.
	(4) "Manager" means a member of the board. (New.)
	Sec. 1109.002. AUTHORITY FOR OPERATION. The Tyler County
	Hospital District operates in accordance with Section 9, Article
	IX, Texas Constitution, and has the powers and responsibilities
	provided by that section. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 1
	(part).)
	Sec. 1109.003. ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FUNCTION. The district is
	a public entity performing an essential public function. (Acts
	58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 4(e) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The boundaries of the
	district are coextensive with the boundaries of Tyler County.
	(Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 1 (part).)
	[Sections 1109.005-1109.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1109.051. BOARD APPOINTMENT; TERM. (a) The board
	consists of:
	(1) six managers appointed by the commissioners court;
	and
	(2) the county judge of Tyler County as an ex officio
	manager.
	(b) Appointed managers serve two-year terms. The terms may
	overlap. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 6(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.052. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. (a) To serve as
	a manager, a person must be a resident and qualified voter of the
	district.
	(b) A district employee may not serve as a manager. (Acts
	58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 6(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.053. BOARD VACANCY. The commissioners court
	shall fill a vacancy on the board by appointment. (Acts 58th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 6(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.054. NONATTENDANCE. The failure of a manager to
	attend three consecutive regular board meetings causes a vacancy in
	the manager's office unless the absence is excused by formal action
	of the board. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 6(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.055. OFFICERS. (a) The board shall elect from
	among its members a president, who shall preside, and a vice
	president, who shall preside in the president's absence.
	(b) The board shall appoint a secretary, who need not be a
	manager.
	(c) Each officer serves a one-year term.
	(d) The board shall fill a vacancy in a board office for the
	unexpired term. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 6(h) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.056. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES. A manager serves
	without compensation but may be reimbursed for actual and necessary
	travel and other expenses incurred in the performance of the
	manager's duties as determined by the board. The reimbursed
	expenses must be reported in the district's records. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 6(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.057. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR. (a) The board may
	appoint a person qualified by training and experience as district
	administrator.
	(b) The district administrator serves at the will of the
	board and receives compensation as may be determined by the board.
	(c) The board may require the district administrator,
	before assuming the administrator's duties, to execute a bond
	payable to the district in an amount set by the board of not less
	than $5,000 that:
	(1) is conditioned on the faithful performance of the
	administrator's duties; and
	(2) contains other conditions the board may require.
	(Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 6(b) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.058. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR.
	Subject to any limitations prescribed by the board, the district
	administrator shall:
	(1) perform the duties required by the board;
	(2) supervise the work and activities of the district;
	and
	(3) direct the affairs of the district. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 6(b) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.059. ASSISTANT DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR; ATTORNEY.
	(a) The board may appoint an assistant district administrator and
	an attorney.
	(b) The assistant district administrator and the attorney
	serve at the will of the board and receive compensation as may be
	determined by the board. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 6(b)
	(part).)
	Sec. 1109.060. APPOINTMENT AND REMOVAL OF STAFF AND
	EMPLOYEES. (a) The board may appoint to and remove from the staff
	any doctors and employ any other employees considered advisable for
	the efficient operation of the district's hospital or hospital
	system.
	(b) The board may delegate to the district administrator the
	authority to hire employees.
	(c) The board may spend district money to recruit
	physicians, nurses, and other trained medical personnel. The board
	may pay the tuition or other expenses of a full-time medical student
	or other student in a health occupation who:
	(1) is enrolled in and is in good standing at an
	accredited medical school, college, or university; and
	(2) contractually agrees to become a district employee
	or independent contractor in return for that assistance. (Acts
	58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Secs. 6(c), (d) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.061. RETIREMENT BENEFITS. The board may provide
	retirement benefits for district employees by:
	(1) establishing or administering a retirement
	program; or
	(2) participating in:
	(A) the Texas County and District Retirement
	System; or
	(B) another statewide retirement system in which
	the district is eligible to participate. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	110, Sec. 6(d) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.062. SEAL. The board shall have a seal engraved
	with the district's name to authenticate the acts of the board. The
	board secretary shall keep the seal. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	110, Sec. 6(h) (part).)
	[Sections 1109.063-1109.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1109.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY. The district has
	full responsibility for providing medical and hospital care for the
	district's needy and indigent residents. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 110, Secs. 2 (part), 14 (part).)
	Sec. 1109.102. RESTRICTION ON COUNTY OR MUNICIPALITY
	TAXATION. Tyler County or a municipality in the county may not
	impose a tax for hospital purposes. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110,
	Secs. 1 (part), 14 (part).)
	Sec. 1109.103. MANAGEMENT, CONTROL, AND ADMINISTRATION.
	The board shall manage, control, and administer:
	(1) the district's hospital or hospital system; and
	(2) the district's business, funds, and resources.
	(Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 6(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.104. HOSPITAL OR HOSPITAL SYSTEM. (a) The
	district shall provide for the establishment, administration,
	maintenance, operation, and financing of a hospital or hospital
	system in the district.
	(b) The district may provide any services or facilities
	necessary for hospital or medical care, including:
	(1) rural health clinics;
	(2) outpatient clinics;
	(3) nursing homes;
	(4) home health care agencies;
	(5) extended care facilities;
	(6) assisted living or personal care facilities; and
	(7) retirement, housing, and medical office
	buildings. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 1109.105. RULES. The board may adopt rules for the
	operation of the hospital or hospital system. (Acts 58th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 6(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.106. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING. (a) The board
	may prescribe:
	(1) the method and manner of making purchases and
	expenditures by and for the district; and
	(2) all accounting and control procedures.
	(b) The district shall pay the salaries and expenses
	necessarily incurred by the board or by an officer or agent of the
	board in performing a duty prescribed or required by this section or
	Section 1109.155.
	(c) An officer, employee, or agent of the board shall
	perform any function or service prescribed by the board under this
	section or Section 1109.155. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 7
	(part).)
	Sec. 1109.107. DISTRICT PROPERTY, FACILITIES, AND
	EQUIPMENT. (a) The board shall determine:
	(1) the type, number, and location of buildings
	required to maintain an adequate hospital system; and
	(2) the type of equipment necessary for hospital care.
	(b) The board may:
	(1) acquire by purchase or lease property, including
	facilities and equipment, for the district to use in the hospital
	system; and
	(2) mortgage or pledge the property as security for
	the payment of the purchase price.
	(c) The board may lease district hospital facilities to or
	from individuals, companies, corporations, or other legal
	entities.
	(d) The board may sell or otherwise dispose of property,
	including facilities and equipment. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	110, Sec. 6(e) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.108. EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) The district may
	exercise the power of eminent domain to acquire a fee simple or
	other interest in any type of property, real, personal, or mixed,
	located in district territory, if the interest is necessary or
	convenient to exercise a right, power, privilege, or function
	conferred on the district by this chapter.
	(b) The district must exercise the power of eminent domain
	in the manner provided by Chapter 21, Property Code, except the
	district is not required to deposit in the trial court money or a
	bond as required by Section 21.021(a), Property Code.
	(c) In a condemnation proceeding brought by the district,
	the district is not required to:
	(1) pay in advance or provide a bond for the issuance
	of a temporary restraining order or a temporary injunction; or
	(2) provide a bond for costs or a supersedeas bond on
	an appeal or petition for review. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110,
	Sec. 10.)
	Sec. 1109.109. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS. The board may accept
	for the district a gift or endowment to be held in trust and
	administered by the board for the purposes and under the
	directions, limitations, or provisions prescribed in writing by the
	donor that are not inconsistent with the proper management and
	objectives of the district. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec.
	16.)
	Sec. 1109.110. CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS. The board may enter
	into construction contracts for the district. (Acts 58th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 6(e) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.111. OPERATING AND MANAGEMENT CONTRACTS. The
	board may enter into an operating or management contract relating
	to a hospital facility. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 6(e)
	(part).)
	Sec. 1109.112. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES FOR
	CARE AND TREATMENT. The board, with the approval of the
	commissioners court, may contract with:
	(1) any county for the care and treatment of a sick or
	injured person of that county; and
	(2) this state or a federal agency for the care and
	treatment of a sick or injured person for whom the state or agency
	is responsible. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 6(g) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.113. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES. (a)
	When a patient who resides in the district is admitted to a district
	facility, the district administrator shall have an inquiry made
	into the financial circumstances of:
	(1) the patient; and
	(2) the patient's relatives legally responsible for
	the patient's support.
	(b) The district without charge shall provide to a patient
	who resides in the district the care and treatment for which the
	patient or those relatives cannot pay.
	(c) If the district administrator determines that the
	patient or those relatives cannot pay for all or part of the
	patient's care and treatment in the hospital, the amount of the
	costs that cannot be paid becomes a charge against the district.
	(d) If the district administrator determines that the
	patient or those relatives can pay for all or part of the care and
	treatment provided by the district, the district administrator
	shall report that determination to the board, and the board shall
	issue an order directing the patient or those relatives to pay the
	district a specified amount each week for the patient's support.
	The amount ordered must be proportionate to the person's financial
	ability and may not exceed the actual per capita cost of
	maintenance.
	(e) The district administrator may collect the amount from
	the patient's estate, or from any relative legally responsible for
	the patient's support, in the manner provided by law for the
	collection of expenses of the last illness of a deceased person.
	(f) If there is a dispute as to the ability to pay, or doubt
	in the mind of the district administrator concerning the ability to
	pay, the county court shall hold a hearing and, after calling
	witnesses, shall:
	(1) resolve the dispute or doubt; and
	(2) issue any appropriate order.
	(g) Either party to the dispute may appeal the order to the
	district court. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Secs. 15(a) (part),
	(b).)
	Sec. 1109.114. REIMBURSEMENT FOR SERVICES. (a) The board
	shall require a county, municipality, or public hospital located
	outside the district to reimburse the district for the district's
	care or treatment of a sick or injured person for whom that county,
	municipality, or public hospital has an obligation to provide care,
	as provided by Chapter 61, Health and Safety Code.
	(b) The board shall seek reimbursement under Article
	104.002, Code of Criminal Procedure, for the district's care or
	treatment of a person who is confined in a Tyler County jail
	facility and is not a district resident. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	110, Sec. 6(g) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.115. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED. The board may
	sue and be sued. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 6(a) (part).)
	[Sections 1109.116-1109.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1109.151. BUDGET. (a) The district administrator,
	under the direction of the board, shall prepare a proposed annual
	budget.
	(b) The budget must be approved by the board. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 9(b) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.152. NOTICE; HEARING; ADOPTION OF BUDGET. (a)
	The board shall publish notice of a public hearing on the proposed
	annual budget. The notice must be published in a newspaper of
	general circulation in the district one time before the 10th day
	before the date of the hearing.
	(b) The board shall adopt a budget by acting on the budget
	proposed by the district administrator.
	(c) The budget is effective only after adoption by the
	board. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 9(b) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.153. AMENDMENTS TO BUDGET. The budget may be
	amended on the board's approval. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110,
	Sec. 9(b) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.154. FISCAL YEAR. (a) The district operates
	according to a fiscal year established by the board.
	(b) The fiscal year may not be changed:
	(1) when revenue bonds are outstanding; or
	(2) more than once in a 24-month period. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 8.)
	Sec. 1109.155. ANNUAL AUDIT. As soon as practicable after
	the close of each fiscal year, the board shall have an audit made of
	the district's financial condition for the fiscal year by an
	independent public accountant. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110,
	Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 1109.156. FINANCIAL REPORT. (a) As soon as
	practicable after the close of each fiscal year, the district
	administrator shall prepare a report that includes:
	(1) a complete sworn statement of:
	(A) all money and choses in action received by
	the administrator; and
	(B) how the money and choses in action were
	disbursed or otherwise disposed; and
	(2) the details of district operation during the
	preceding fiscal year.
	(b) The district administrator shall make the report to:
	(1) the board; and
	(2) the commissioners court. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 110, Sec. 9(a).)
	Sec. 1109.157. DEPOSITORY. Every two years, the board
	shall select a depository for the district to secure all district
	money in the manner provided for securing county funds. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 11 (part).)
	Sec. 1109.158. INVESTMENTS. The board may purchase, sell,
	and invest district funds in investments authorized by Chapter
	2256, Government Code. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 11
	(part).)
	Sec. 1109.159. AUTHORITY TO BORROW MONEY; SECURITY. (a)
	The board may borrow money at a rate not to exceed the maximum
	annual percentage rate allowed by law for district obligations at
	the time the loan is made if the board declares that:
	(1) money is not available to meet authorized
	obligations of the district; and
	(2) an emergency exists.
	(b) To secure a loan, the board may pledge:
	(1) district revenue that is not pledged to pay the
	district's bonded indebtedness;
	(2) a district tax to be imposed by the district in the
	next 12-month period that is not pledged to pay the principal of or
	interest on district bonds; or
	(3) a district bond that has been authorized but not
	sold.
	(c) A loan for which taxes or bonds are pledged must mature
	not later than the first anniversary of the date the loan is made. A
	loan for which district revenue is pledged must mature not later
	than the fifth anniversary of the date the loan is made.
	(d) The board may not spend money obtained from a loan under
	this section for any purpose other than:
	(1) the purpose for which the board declared an
	emergency; and
	(2) if district taxes or bonds are pledged to pay the
	loan, the purposes for which the taxes were imposed or the bonds
	were authorized. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 21.)
	[Sections 1109.160-1109.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1109.201. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. The commissioners
	court may issue and sell general obligation bonds of the district
	for any purpose relating to:
	(1) purchasing, constructing, acquiring, repairing,
	or renovating buildings and improvements;
	(2) equipping buildings and improvements;
	(3) acquiring or operating a mobile emergency medical
	service; and
	(4) hospital purposes. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	110, Sec. 4(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.202. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. (a) An
	ad valorem tax shall be imposed at a rate sufficient to create an
	interest and sinking fund to pay the principal of and interest on
	bonds issued under Section 1109.201 as the bonds mature.
	(b) The tax required by this section together with any other
	ad valorem tax imposed for the district may not in any year exceed
	75 cents on each $100 valuation of all taxable property in the
	district. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 4(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.203. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION. (a) The
	district may issue general obligation bonds only if the bonds are
	authorized by a majority of the district voters voting at an
	election held in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 1251,
	Government Code, relating to county bonds.
	(b) The commissioners court:
	(1) may call the election on its own motion; or
	(2) shall call the election at the request of the
	board.
	(c) The cost of the bond election is a charge on the
	district, and the district must provide for the payment of the bond
	election costs before the commissioners court is required to order
	an election. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 4(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.204. EXECUTION OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. (a)
	The county judge of Tyler County shall execute the general
	obligation bonds in the district's name.
	(b) The county clerk of Tyler County shall countersign the
	bonds. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 4(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.205. REVENUE BONDS. (a) The district may issue
	revenue bonds to:
	(1) purchase, construct, acquire, repair, or renovate
	buildings and improvements;
	(2) equip buildings and improvements for the hospital
	or hospital system;
	(3) acquire sites to be used for hospital purposes; or
	(4) acquire and operate a mobile emergency medical
	service to assist the district in carrying out its purposes.
	(b) The bonds must be payable from and secured by a pledge of
	all or part of the revenue derived from the operation of the
	district's hospital system.
	(c) The bonds may be additionally secured by a mortgage or
	deed of trust lien on all or part of the district property.
	(d) The district shall issue revenue bonds in the manner
	provided by Sections 264.042, 264.043, 264.046, 264.047, 264.048,
	and 264.049, Health and Safety Code. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	110, Sec. 4(c).)
	Sec. 1109.206. REFUNDING BONDS. (a) The district may,
	without an election, issue refunding bonds to refund any bonds
	issued or assumed by the district.
	(b) A refunding bond may be:
	(1) sold, with the proceeds of the refunding bond
	applied to the payment of the outstanding bonds; or
	(2) exchanged wholly or partly for not less than a
	similar principal amount of the outstanding bonds. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Secs. 4(a) (part), (b) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.207. MATURITY OF BONDS. District bonds must
	mature not later than 40 years after the date of issuance. (Acts
	58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 4(g) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.208. EXECUTION OF BONDS. The board president
	shall execute district bonds in the district's name, and the board
	secretary shall countersign the bonds in the manner provided by
	Chapter 618, Government Code. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec.
	4(d).)
	Sec. 1109.209. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. The following
	are exempt from taxation by this state or a political subdivision of
	this state:
	(1) bonds issued by the district;
	(2) any transaction relating to the bonds; and
	(3) profits made in the sale of the bonds. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 4(e) (part).)
	[Sections 1109.210-1109.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1109.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX. (a) The
	commissioners court shall impose a tax for the benefit of the
	district on all property in the district subject to district
	taxation.
	(b) The commissioners court shall impose the tax to:
	(1) pay the interest on and create a sinking fund for
	general obligation bonds assumed or issued by the district for
	hospital purposes as provided by this chapter;
	(2) provide for the operation and maintenance of the
	hospital or hospital system; and
	(3) when requested by the board and approved by the
	commissioners court, make improvements and additions to the
	hospital system, and acquire necessary sites for the hospital
	system by purchase, lease, or condemnation.
	(c) The district may not impose a tax to pay the principal of
	or interest on revenue bonds. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Secs.
	3 (part), 4(f) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.252. TAX RATE. The commissioners court shall
	impose the tax at a rate not to exceed 75 cents on each $100
	valuation of all taxable property in the district. (Acts 58th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 3 (part).)
	Sec. 1109.253. TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. The board may
	provide for the appointment of a tax assessor-collector for the
	district or may contract for the assessment and collection of taxes
	as provided by the Tax Code. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec.
	4(f) (part).)
	[Sections 1109.254-1109.300 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER G. DISSOLUTION
	Sec. 1109.301. DISSOLUTION; ELECTION. (a) The district
	may be dissolved only on approval of a majority of the district
	voters voting in an election held for that purpose.
	(b) The board may order an election on the question of
	dissolving the district and disposing of the district's assets and
	obligations.
	(c) The board shall order an election if the board receives
	a petition requesting an election that is signed by at least 15
	percent of the registered district voters.
	(d) The order calling the election must state:
	(1) the nature of the election, including the
	proposition to appear on the ballot;
	(2) the date of the election;
	(3) the hours during which the polls will be open; and
	(4) the location of the polling places.
	(e) Section 41.001(a), Election Code, does not apply to an
	election ordered under this section. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	110, Secs. 22(a), (b) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.302. NOTICE OF ELECTION. (a) The board shall
	give notice of an election under this subchapter by publishing once
	a week for two consecutive weeks a copy of the election order in a
	newspaper with general circulation in the district.
	(b) The first publication of notice must appear before the
	35th day before the date set for the election. (Acts 58th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 22(c) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.303. BALLOT. The ballot for an election under
	this subchapter must be printed to permit voting for or against the
	proposition: "The dissolution of the Tyler County Hospital
	District." (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Sec. 22(c) (part).)
	Sec. 1109.304. ELECTION RESULTS. (a) If a majority of the
	district voters favor dissolution, the board shall find that the
	district is dissolved.
	(b) If the board finds that the election results do not
	favor the proposition to dissolve the district, another dissolution
	election may not be held before the first anniversary of the date of
	the most recent election to dissolve the district. (Acts 58th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 110, Secs. 22(d) (part), (g).)
	Sec. 1109.305. TRANSFER OR ADMINISTRATION OF ASSETS. (a)
	If a majority of the district voters favor dissolution, the board
	shall:
	(1) transfer the land, buildings, improvements,
	equipment, and other assets that belong to the district to Tyler
	County or another governmental entity in Tyler County; or
	(2) administer the property, assets, and debts until
	all money has been disposed of and all district debts have been paid
	or settled.
	(b) If the board makes the transfer under Subsection (a)(1),
	the county or entity assumes all debts and obligations of the
	district at the time of the transfer, and the district is dissolved.
	(Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Secs. 22(d) (part), (f).)
	Sec. 1109.306. SALE OR TRANSFER OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES.
	(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this subchapter, the
	district may not be dissolved unless the board provides for the sale
	or transfer of the district's assets and liabilities to another
	person.
	(b) The dissolution of the district and the sale or transfer
	of the district's assets or liabilities may not:
	(1) contravene a trust indenture or bond resolution
	relating to the district's outstanding bonds; or
	(2) diminish or impair the rights of a holder of an
	outstanding bond, warrant, or other obligation of the district.
	(c) The sale or transfer of the district's assets and
	liabilities must satisfy the debt and bond obligations of the
	district in a manner that protects the interests of district
	residents, including the residents' collective property rights in
	the district's assets.
	(d) The district may transfer or dispose of the district's
	assets only for due compensation, unless the transfer is made to
	another governmental agency embracing the district and using the
	transferred assets for the benefit of residents formerly in the
	district.
	(e) A grant from federal funds is an obligation to be repaid
	in satisfaction. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Secs. 22(k), (l).)
	Sec. 1109.307. IMPOSITION OF TAX AND RETURN OF SURPLUS
	TAXES. (a) After the board finds that the district is dissolved,
	the board shall:
	(1) determine the debt owed by the district; and
	(2) impose on the property included in the district's
	tax roll a tax that is in proportion of the debt to the property
	value.
	(b) On the payment of all outstanding debts and obligations
	of the district, the board shall order the board secretary to return
	to each district taxpayer the taxpayer's pro rata share of all
	unused tax money.
	(c) A taxpayer may request that the taxpayer's share of
	surplus tax money be credited to the taxpayer's county taxes. If a
	taxpayer requests the credit, the board shall direct the board
	secretary to transmit the money to the Tyler County tax
	assessor-collector. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Secs. 22(e),
	(h).)
	Sec. 1109.308. REPORT; DISSOLUTION ORDER. (a) After the
	district has paid all district debts and has disposed of all
	district money and other assets as prescribed by this subchapter,
	the board shall file a written report with the commissioners court
	summarizing the board's actions in dissolving the district.
	(b) Not later than the 10th day after the date the
	commissioners court receives the report and determines that the
	requirements of this subchapter have been fulfilled, the
	commissioners court shall enter an order:
	(1) dissolving the district; and
	(2) disbanding and releasing the board from any
	further duty or obligation. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 110, Secs.
	22(i), (j).)
	CHAPTER 1110. VAL VERDE COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1110.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 1110.002. AUTHORITY FOR OPERATION
	Sec. 1110.003. ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FUNCTION
	Sec. 1110.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 1110.005. CORRECTION OF INVALID PROCEDURES
	Sec. 1110.006. DISTRICT SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE NOT
	STATE OBLIGATION
	Sec. 1110.007. RESTRICTION ON STATE FINANCIAL
	ASSISTANCE
	[Sections 1110.008-1110.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1110.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM
	Sec. 1110.052. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 1110.053. EX OFFICIO DIRECTOR
	Sec. 1110.054. BALLOT PETITION
	Sec. 1110.055. NOTICE OF ELECTION
	Sec. 1110.056. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 1110.057. OFFICERS
	Sec. 1110.058. COMPENSATION
	Sec. 1110.059. BOND; RECORD OF BOND AND OATH
	Sec. 1110.060. VOTING REQUIREMENT
	Sec. 1110.061. BOARD MEETINGS
	Sec. 1110.062. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR; ASSISTANT
	ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1110.063. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT
	ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1110.064. APPOINTMENT OF STAFF AND EMPLOYEES
	Sec. 1110.065. SENIORITY; RETIREMENT BENEFITS
	[Sections 1110.066-1110.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1110.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY
	Sec. 1110.102. RESTRICTION ON POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
	TAXATION AND DEBT
	Sec. 1110.103. MANAGEMENT, CONTROL, AND ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1110.104. HOSPITAL SYSTEM
	Sec. 1110.105. RULES
	Sec. 1110.106. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING
	Sec. 1110.107. OPERATING, MANAGEMENT, OR CONSULTING
	CONTRACTS
	Sec. 1110.108. DISTRICT PROPERTY, FACILITIES, AND
	EQUIPMENT
	Sec. 1110.109. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS
	Sec. 1110.110. CONSTRUCTION AND PURCHASE CONTRACTS
	Sec. 1110.111. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES
	FOR CARE AND TREATMENT
	Sec. 1110.112. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES
	FOR INVESTIGATORY OR OTHER SERVICES
	Sec. 1110.113. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES
	Sec. 1110.114. FEE SCHEDULE FOR OUT-OF-DISTRICT
	RESIDENTS
	Sec. 1110.115. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED
	[Sections 1110.116-1110.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1110.151. BUDGET
	Sec. 1110.152. PROPOSED BUDGET: NOTICE AND HEARING;
	APPROVAL OF BUDGET
	Sec. 1110.153. AMENDMENTS TO BUDGET
	Sec. 1110.154. RESTRICTION ON EXPENDITURES
	Sec. 1110.155. FISCAL YEAR
	Sec. 1110.156. ANNUAL AUDIT
	Sec. 1110.157. INSPECTION OF AUDIT AND DISTRICT
	RECORDS
	Sec. 1110.158. FINANCIAL REPORT
	Sec. 1110.159. DEPOSITORY
	Sec. 1110.160. SPENDING AND INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS
	[Sections 1110.161-1110.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1110.201. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1110.202. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1110.203. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION
	Sec. 1110.204. REVENUE BONDS
	Sec. 1110.205. REFUNDING BONDS
	Sec. 1110.206. MATURITY OF BONDS
	Sec. 1110.207. EXECUTION OF BONDS
	Sec. 1110.208. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION
	[Sections 1110.209-1110.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1110.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX
	Sec. 1110.252. TAX RATE
	CHAPTER 1110. VAL VERDE COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1110.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the board of directors of the
	district.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Val Verde County Hospital
	District. (New.)
	Sec. 1110.002. AUTHORITY FOR OPERATION. The Val Verde
	County Hospital District operates in accordance with Section 9,
	Article IX, Texas Constitution, and has the rights, powers, and
	duties provided by that section and this chapter. (Acts 64th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.003. ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FUNCTION. The district
	performs an essential public function in carrying out the purposes
	of this chapter. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 21 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The boundaries of the
	district are coextensive with the boundaries of Val Verde County,
	Texas. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.005. CORRECTION OF INVALID PROCEDURES. If a
	court holds that any procedure under this chapter violates the
	constitution of this state or of the United States, the district by
	resolution may provide an alternative procedure that conforms with
	the constitution. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 23 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.006. DISTRICT SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE NOT STATE
	OBLIGATION. The support and maintenance of the district may not
	become a charge against or obligation of this state. (Acts 64th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 20 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.007. RESTRICTION ON STATE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE.
	The legislature may not make a direct appropriation for the
	construction, maintenance, or improvement of a district facility.
	(Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 20 (part).)
	[Sections 1110.008-1110.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1110.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM. (a) The board
	consists of seven directors elected as follows:
	(1) one director elected from each county
	commissioners precinct; and
	(2) three directors elected from the district at
	large.
	(b) A district voter may vote on the directors to be elected
	at large and on the director to be elected from the precinct in
	which the voter resides.
	(c) On the May uniform election date of each even-numbered
	year or another date authorized by law, the appropriate number of
	directors shall be elected.
	(d) Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 64th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Secs. 4(a) (part), (c) (part).)
	Sec. 1110.052. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. (a) A person may
	not be elected or appointed as a director unless the person is:
	(1) at least 18 years of age at the time of the
	appointment or election;
	(2) a resident of the district; and
	(3) a qualified voter.
	(b) A director who represents a county commissioners
	precinct must be a resident of that precinct. (Acts 64th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 4(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1110.053. EX OFFICIO DIRECTOR. The chief of staff may
	serve as an ex officio director without the right to vote as a
	director. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 4(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1110.054. BALLOT PETITION. A person who wants to have
	the person's name printed on the ballot as a candidate for director
	must file with the board secretary a petition requesting that
	action. The petition must be:
	(1) signed by at least 10 registered voters; and
	(2) filed by the deadline imposed by Section 144.005,
	Election Code. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 4(c) (part).)
	Sec. 1110.055. NOTICE OF ELECTION. At least 10 days before
	the date of a directors' election, notice of the election shall be
	published one time in a newspaper of general circulation in Val
	Verde County. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 4(c) (part).)
	Sec. 1110.056. BOARD VACANCY. (a) If a vacancy occurs in
	the office of director, the remaining directors shall appoint a
	director for the unexpired term.
	(b) If the number of directors is reduced to fewer than four
	for any reason, the remaining directors shall immediately call a
	special election to fill the vacancies. If the remaining directors
	do not call the election, a district court, on application of a
	district voter or taxpayer, may order the directors to hold the
	election. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 4(b) (part).)
	Sec. 1110.057. OFFICERS. The board shall elect from among
	its members a president and secretary. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	658, Sec. 4(b) (part).)
	Sec. 1110.058. COMPENSATION. A director serves without
	compensation. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 4(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1110.059. BOND; RECORD OF BOND AND OATH. (a) Each
	director shall execute a good and sufficient bond for $1,000 that
	is:
	(1) payable to the district; and
	(2) conditioned on the faithful performance of the
	director's duties.
	(b) Each director's bond and constitutional oath of office
	must be deposited with the district's depository bank for
	safekeeping. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 4(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1110.060. VOTING REQUIREMENT. A concurrence of four
	directors is sufficient in any matter relating to district
	business. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 4(b) (part).)
	Sec. 1110.061. BOARD MEETINGS. (a) A board meeting may be
	called by the president or any four directors.
	(b) Notice of the time and place of a board meeting must be
	given to each director at least 72 hours before the time of the
	meeting. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 4(b) (part).)
	Sec. 1110.062. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR; ASSISTANT
	ADMINISTRATOR. (a) The board may appoint a qualified person as
	district administrator.
	(b) The board may appoint an assistant administrator.
	(c) The administrator and assistant administrator, if any,
	serve at the will of the board and shall receive the compensation
	determined by the board.
	(d) On assuming the duties of district administrator, the
	administrator shall execute a bond payable to the district in an
	amount set by the board of not less than $5,000 that:
	(1) is conditioned on the administrator performing the
	administrator's duties; and
	(2) contains any other condition the board requires.
	(Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.063. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR.
	Subject to any limitations prescribed by the board, the district
	administrator shall:
	(1) supervise the work and activities of the district;
	and
	(2) direct the affairs of the district. (Acts 64th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.064. APPOINTMENT OF STAFF AND EMPLOYEES. (a) The
	board may appoint to the staff any doctors the board considers
	necessary for the efficient operation of the district and may make
	temporary appointments as warranted.
	(b) The district may employ fiscal agents, accountants,
	architects, and attorneys as the board considers proper.
	(c) The board may delegate to the district administrator the
	authority to employ technicians, nurses, and district employees.
	(Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Secs. 6 (part), 15.)
	Sec. 1110.065. SENIORITY; RETIREMENT BENEFITS. The board
	may:
	(1) adopt rules relating to the seniority of district
	employees, including rules for a retirement plan based on
	seniority; and
	(2) give effect to previous years of service for those
	employees continuously employed in the operation or management of
	hospital facilities:
	(A) constructed by the district; or
	(B) acquired by the district, including
	facilities acquired when the district was created because of former
	Section 2, Chapter 658, Acts of the 64th Legislature, Regular
	Session, 1975. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 6 (part).)
	[Sections 1110.066-1110.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1110.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY. The district has
	full responsibility for providing hospital care for the district's
	indigent residents. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 19
	(part).)
	Sec. 1110.102. RESTRICTION ON POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
	TAXATION AND DEBT. A political subdivision located within the
	district may not impose a tax or issue bonds or other obligations
	for hospital purposes or to provide medical care. (Acts 64th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 19 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.103. MANAGEMENT, CONTROL, AND ADMINISTRATION.
	The board shall manage, control, and administer the hospital system
	and all the district's money and resources. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 658, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.104. HOSPITAL SYSTEM. The district shall provide
	for:
	(1) the establishment of a hospital system by:
	(A) purchasing, constructing, acquiring,
	repairing, or renovating buildings and equipment; and
	(B) equipping the buildings; and
	(2) the administration of the hospital system for
	hospital purposes. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.105. RULES. The board may adopt rules governing
	the operation of the hospital, the hospital system, and the
	district's staff and employees. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658,
	Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.106. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING. The board may
	prescribe:
	(1) the method and manner of making purchases and
	expenditures by and for the district; and
	(2) all accounting and control procedures. (Acts 64th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 11(a).)
	Sec. 1110.107. OPERATING, MANAGEMENT, OR CONSULTING
	CONTRACTS. (a) The board may enter into an operating, management,
	or consulting contract with respect to all or part of the district's
	facilities. The contract must provide that the board retains
	responsibility for and control of the district's operation.
	(b) A company providing services to the district under the
	contract, and the officers, directors, and employees of the
	company, while performing services under the contract for benefit
	of the district:
	(1) are employees of the district solely for purposes
	of the immunity or liability of the company and the company's
	officers, directors, and employees; and
	(2) have immunity or limited liability under laws
	applicable to district employees, whether statutory or common law,
	to the extent a district employee would be entitled to immunity or
	limited liability under the same circumstances. (Acts 64th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 10(a).)
	Sec. 1110.108. DISTRICT PROPERTY, FACILITIES, AND
	EQUIPMENT. (a) The board may lease all or part of the district's
	property, including facilities or equipment, on terms the board
	considers to be in the best interest of the district's residents.
	The term of the lease may not exceed 25 years from the date entered.
	(b) The board may:
	(1) lease or acquire property, including facilities or
	equipment, for the use of the district; and
	(2) mortgage or pledge the property as security for
	the payment of the purchase price.
	(c) The board may sell or otherwise dispose of property,
	including facilities or equipment, for the district. Sale or other
	disposal under this subsection must be at a public sale and at a
	price and on terms the board determines are most advantageous to the
	district.
	(d) The board may donate to another governmental entity or
	to a charitable organization any surplus personal property or
	equipment if the donation serves a public purpose and is
	accompanied by adequate consideration. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	658, Secs. 10(b), (c), (d), 11(c) (part).)
	Sec. 1110.109. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS. The board may accept
	for the district a gift or endowment to be held in trust and
	administered by the board for the purposes and under the
	directions, limitations, and other provisions prescribed in
	writing by the donor that are not inconsistent with the proper
	management and objectives of the district. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 658, Sec. 18 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.110. CONSTRUCTION AND PURCHASE CONTRACTS. (a) A
	construction contract that involves the expenditure of more than
	$50,000 shall be procured in the manner provided by Subchapter B,
	Chapter 271, Local Government Code.
	(b) A contract for a purchase that involves the expenditure
	of more than $50,000, other than a contract subject to Subchapter B,
	Chapter 271, Local Government Code, or Chapter 2253, Government
	Code, shall be procured in the manner provided by Subchapter C,
	Chapter 262, Local Government Code.
	(c) The provisions of Chapter 2253, Government Code,
	relating to performance and payment bonds, apply to construction
	contracts let by the district. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec.
	11(b).)
	Sec. 1110.111. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES FOR
	CARE AND TREATMENT. The board may contract with:
	(1) any county or municipality located outside the
	district's boundaries for the care and treatment of a sick or
	injured person of that county or municipality; and
	(2) this state or a federal agency for the treatment of
	a sick or injured person. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	Sec. 1110.112. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES FOR
	INVESTIGATORY OR OTHER SERVICES. The board may contract with a
	political subdivision or governmental agency for the district to
	provide investigatory or other services as to the hospital or
	welfare needs of district inhabitants. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	658, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.113. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES. (a)
	When a patient who resides in the district is admitted to a district
	facility, the district administrator may have an inquiry made into
	the circumstances of:
	(1) the patient; and
	(2) the patient's relatives legally liable for the
	patient's support.
	(b) If the district administrator determines that the
	patient or those relatives cannot pay for all or part of the
	patient's care and treatment in the hospital, the amount that
	cannot be paid becomes a charge against the district.
	(c) If the district administrator determines that the
	patient or those relatives can pay for all or part of the patient's
	care and treatment, the patient or those relatives shall be ordered
	to pay the district a specified amount each week for the patient's
	care and support. The amount ordered must be proportionate to their
	financial ability.
	(d) The district administrator may collect the amount from
	the patient's estate, or from those relatives legally liable for
	the patient's support, in the manner provided by law for the
	collection of expenses of the last illness of a deceased person.
	(e) If there is a dispute as to the ability to pay, or doubt
	in the mind of the district administrator, the board shall hold a
	hearing and, after calling witnesses, shall:
	(1) resolve the dispute or doubt; and
	(2) issue any appropriate orders.
	(f) A final order of the board may be appealed to the
	district court. The substantial evidence rule applies to the
	appeal. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 16.)
	Sec. 1110.114. FEE SCHEDULE FOR OUT-OF-DISTRICT RESIDENTS.
	The board may adopt a fee schedule for services rendered to
	out-of-district residents which may be different from the fee
	schedule for services rendered to district residents. (Acts 64th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 17.)
	Sec. 1110.115. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED. (a) The
	district, through the board, may sue and be sued.
	(b) The district is entitled to all causes of action and
	defenses to which similar authorities performing only governmental
	functions are entitled. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	[Sections 1110.116-1110.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1110.151. BUDGET. (a) The district administrator
	shall prepare an annual budget for approval by the board.
	(b) The proposed budget must contain a complete financial
	statement of:
	(1) the outstanding obligations of the district;
	(2) the cash on hand to the credit of each district
	fund;
	(3) the money received by the district from all
	sources during the previous year;
	(4) the money available to the district from all
	sources during the ensuing year;
	(5) the balances expected at the end of the year in
	which the budget is being prepared;
	(6) the estimated revenue and balances available to
	cover the proposed budget;
	(7) the estimated tax rate required; and
	(8) the proposed expenditures and disbursements and
	the estimated receipts and collections for the following fiscal
	year. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.152. PROPOSED BUDGET: NOTICE AND HEARING;
	APPROVAL OF BUDGET. (a) The board shall hold a public hearing on
	the proposed annual budget.
	(b) At least 10 days before the date of the hearing, notice
	of the hearing shall be published one time in a newspaper or
	newspapers that individually or collectively provide general
	circulation in the district.
	(c) Any property tax payer of the district is entitled to be
	present and participate at the hearing in accordance with the rules
	of decorum and procedures prescribed by the board.
	(d) At the conclusion of the hearing, the board shall act on
	the budget proposed by the district administrator. The board may
	make any changes in the proposed budget that the board judges the
	law warrants and the interests of the taxpayers demand. The board
	must approve the annual budget. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec.
	7 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.153. AMENDMENTS TO BUDGET. The annual budget may
	be amended as required by circumstances. The board must approve all
	amendments. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.154. RESTRICTION ON EXPENDITURES. Money may be
	spent only for an expense included in the budget or an amendment to
	the budget. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.155. FISCAL YEAR. (a) The district operates
	according to a fiscal year established by the board.
	(b) The fiscal year may not be changed more than once in any
	24-month period. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.156. ANNUAL AUDIT. (a) The board annually shall
	have an independent audit made of the district's financial
	condition for the fiscal year.
	(b) As soon as the audit is completed, the audit shall be
	filed at the district's office. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658,
	Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.157. INSPECTION OF AUDIT AND DISTRICT RECORDS.
	The audit and other district records shall be open to inspection at
	the district's principal office. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658,
	Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.158. FINANCIAL REPORT. As soon as practicable
	after the close of each fiscal year, the district administrator
	shall prepare for the board:
	(1) a complete sworn statement of all district money;
	and
	(2) a complete account of the disbursement of that
	money. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.159. DEPOSITORY. (a) The board shall select one
	or more banks inside or outside the district to serve as a
	depository for district money.
	(b) District money, other than money invested as provided by
	Section 1110.160(b) and money transmitted to a bank for payment of
	bonds or obligations issued or assumed by the district, shall be
	deposited as received with the depository bank and shall remain on
	deposit.
	(c) This chapter, including Subsection (b), does not limit
	the power of the board to:
	(1) place a part of district money on time deposit; or
	(2) purchase certificates of deposit. (Acts 64th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 12.)
	Sec. 1110.160. SPENDING AND INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS. (a)
	Except as otherwise provided by Section 1110.108(b) and Sections
	1110.201-1110.207, the district may not incur an obligation payable
	from district revenue other than the revenue on hand or to be on
	hand in the current and following district fiscal years.
	(b) The board may invest operating, depreciation, or
	building fund reserves only in funds or securities specified by
	Chapter 2256, Government Code. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658,
	Secs. 6 (part), 11(c) (part).)
	[Sections 1110.161-1110.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1110.201. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. The board may
	issue and sell general obligation bonds in the name and on the faith
	and credit of the district for any purpose relating to:
	(1) constructing, acquiring, repairing, or renovating
	buildings and improvements; and
	(2) equipping buildings and improvements for hospital
	purposes. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 8 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.202. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. (a) At
	the time general obligation bonds are issued by the district under
	Section 1110.201, the board shall impose an ad valorem tax at a rate
	sufficient to create an interest and sinking fund to pay the
	principal of and interest on the bonds as the bonds mature.
	(b) The tax required by this section together with any other
	ad valorem tax the district imposes may not in any year exceed the
	tax rate approved by the voters at the election authorizing the
	imposition of the tax. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 8
	(part).)
	Sec. 1110.203. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION. (a) The
	district may issue general obligation bonds only if the bonds are
	authorized by a majority of the district voters voting at an
	election held for that purpose.
	(b) The order calling the bond election must provide for
	clerks as in county elections and must specify:
	(1) the date of the election;
	(2) the location of the polling places;
	(3) the presiding and alternate election judges for
	each polling place;
	(4) the amount of the bonds to be authorized;
	(5) the maximum interest rate of the bonds; and
	(6) the maximum maturity of the bonds.
	(c) Notice of a bond election shall be given as provided by
	Section 1251.003, Government Code. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658,
	Sec. 8 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.204. REVENUE BONDS. (a) The board may issue
	revenue bonds to purchase, construct, acquire, repair, renovate,
	or equip buildings and improvements for hospital purposes.
	(b) The bonds must be payable from and secured by a pledge of
	all or part of the district revenue derived from the operation of
	the district's hospitals.
	(c) The bonds may be additionally secured by a mortgage or
	deed of trust lien on all or part of district property.
	(d) The bonds must be issued in the manner and in accordance
	with the procedures and requirements prescribed by Sections
	264.042, 264.043, 264.046, 264.047, 264.048, and 264.049, Health
	and Safety Code, for issuance of revenue bonds by a county hospital
	authority. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 9(b) (part).)
	Sec. 1110.205. REFUNDING BONDS. (a) The board may issue
	refunding bonds to refund outstanding indebtedness issued or
	assumed by the district.
	(b) A refunding bond may be:
	(1) sold, with the proceeds of the refunding bond
	applied to the payment of outstanding indebtedness; or
	(2) exchanged wholly or partly for not less than a
	similar principal amount of outstanding indebtedness. (Acts 64th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Secs. 9(a) (part), (b) (part).)
	Sec. 1110.206. MATURITY OF BONDS. District bonds must
	mature not later than 40 years after their date of issuance. (Acts
	64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 9(c) (part).)
	Sec. 1110.207. EXECUTION OF BONDS. The board president
	shall execute the district's bonds in the district's name and the
	board secretary shall countersign the bonds in the manner provided
	by Chapter 618, Government Code. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658,
	Sec. 9(c) (part).)
	Sec. 1110.208. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. The following
	are exempt from taxation by this state or a political subdivision of
	this state:
	(1) any bonds issued by the district;
	(2) the transfer and issuance of the bonds; and
	(3) any profits made in the sale of the bonds. (Acts
	64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Sec. 21 (part).)
	[Sections 1110.209-1110.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1110.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX. (a) The board
	shall impose a tax on all property in the district subject to
	district taxation.
	(b) The board shall impose the tax for the benefit of the
	district to:
	(1) pay the interest on and create a sinking fund for
	bonds and other obligations issued or assumed by the district for
	hospital purposes as provided by this chapter;
	(2) pay indebtedness incurred or assumed by the
	district;
	(3) provide for the operation and maintenance of the
	district and hospital system; and
	(4) make improvements and additions to the hospital
	system. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Secs. 5 (part), 13 (part).)
	Sec. 1110.252. TAX RATE. (a) The board may impose the tax
	at a rate not to exceed 30 cents on each $100 valuation of all
	taxable property in the district.
	(b) In setting the tax rate, the board shall consider the
	income of the district from sources other than taxation. (Acts 64th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 658, Secs. 5 (part), 13 (part).)
	CHAPTER 1112. WEST COKE COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1112.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 1112.002. AUTHORITY FOR CREATION
	Sec. 1112.003. ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FUNCTION
	Sec. 1112.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 1112.005. DISTRICT SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE NOT
	STATE OBLIGATION
	Sec. 1112.006. RESTRICTION ON STATE FINANCIAL
	ASSISTANCE
	[Sections 1112.007-1112.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1112.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM
	Sec. 1112.052. NOTICE OF ELECTION
	Sec. 1112.053. BALLOT PETITION
	Sec. 1112.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 1112.055. FILING OF OATH
	Sec. 1112.056. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 1112.057. OFFICERS
	Sec. 1112.058. COMPENSATION
	Sec. 1112.059. VOTING REQUIREMENT
	Sec. 1112.060. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR; ASSISTANT
	ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1112.061. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT
	ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1112.062. EMPLOYEES
	Sec. 1112.063. RETIREMENT PROGRAM
	Sec. 1112.064. MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS; PUBLIC
	INSPECTION
	[Sections 1112.065-1112.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1112.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY
	Sec. 1112.102. RESTRICTION ON POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
	TAXATION AND DEBT
	Sec. 1112.103. MANAGEMENT, CONTROL, AND ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1112.104. HOSPITAL SYSTEM
	Sec. 1112.105. RULES
	Sec. 1112.106. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING
	Sec. 1112.107. EMINENT DOMAIN
	Sec. 1112.108. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS
	Sec. 1112.109. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES
	FOR CARE AND TREATMENT
	Sec. 1112.110. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES
	Sec. 1112.111. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED
	[Sections 1112.112-1112.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1112.151. BUDGET
	Sec. 1112.152. FISCAL YEAR
	Sec. 1112.153. AUDIT
	Sec. 1112.154. FINANCIAL REPORT
	Sec. 1112.155. DEPOSITORY
	[Sections 1112.156-1112.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1112.201. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1112.202. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1112.203. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION
	Sec. 1112.204. EXECUTION OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1112.205. REFUNDING BONDS
	Sec. 1112.206. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION
	[Sections 1112.207-1112.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1112.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX
	Sec. 1112.252. TAX RATE
	Sec. 1112.253. ELECTION TO INCREASE MAXIMUM TAX RATE
	Sec. 1112.254. TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR
	CHAPTER 1112. WEST COKE COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1112.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the board of directors of the
	district.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the West Coke County Hospital
	District. (New.)
	Sec. 1112.002. AUTHORITY FOR CREATION. The West Coke
	County Hospital District is created under the authority of Section
	9, Article IX, Texas Constitution, and has the rights, powers, and
	duties prescribed by this chapter. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315,
	Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.003. ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FUNCTION. The district
	performs an essential public function in carrying out the purposes
	of this chapter. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 10 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The boundaries of the
	district are coextensive with the boundaries of County
	Commissioners Precincts 1 and 3 of Coke County, Texas, as those
	boundaries existed on January 1, 1963. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	315, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.005. DISTRICT SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE NOT STATE
	OBLIGATION. The support and maintenance of the district may not
	become a charge against or obligation of this state. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 20 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.006. RESTRICTION ON STATE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE.
	The legislature may not make a direct appropriation for the
	construction, maintenance, or improvement of a district facility.
	(Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 20 (part).)
	[Sections 1112.007-1112.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1112.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM. (a) The district is
	governed by a board of five directors elected from the district at
	large.
	(b) Unless four-year terms are established under Section
	285.081, Health and Safety Code, directors serve staggered two-year
	terms, with the terms of two or three directors expiring each year,
	as appropriate. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.052. NOTICE OF ELECTION. At least 10 days before
	the date of a directors' election, notice of the election must be
	published one time in a newspaper of general circulation in Coke
	County. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.053. BALLOT PETITION. A person who wants to have
	the person's name printed on the ballot as a candidate for director
	must file a petition requesting that action. The petition must be:
	(1) signed by at least 25 registered voters; and
	(2) filed by the deadline imposed by Section 144.005,
	Election Code. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. A person must at
	the time of election or appointment as director:
	(1) be a resident of the district;
	(2) own land subject to taxation in the district; and
	(3) be at least 18 years of age. (Acts 58th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.055. FILING OF OATH. The constitutional oath of
	office executed by a director must be filed in the district's
	office. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.056. BOARD VACANCY. (a) If a vacancy occurs in
	the office of director, the remaining directors shall appoint a
	director for the unexpired term.
	(b) If the number of directors is reduced to fewer than
	three for any reason, the remaining directors shall immediately
	call a special election to fill the vacancies. If the remaining
	directors do not call the election, the county judge of Coke County
	may fill the vacancies by appointment. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	315, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.057. OFFICERS. The board shall elect from among
	its members a president, a vice president, and a secretary. (Acts
	58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.058. COMPENSATION. A director serves without
	compensation. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.059. VOTING REQUIREMENT. A concurrence of three
	directors is sufficient in any matter relating to district
	business. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.060. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR; ASSISTANT
	ADMINISTRATOR. (a) The board shall appoint a qualified person as
	district administrator.
	(b) The board may appoint an assistant administrator.
	(c) The district administrator and any assistant
	administrator serve at the will of the board and shall receive the
	compensation determined by the board.
	(d) On assuming the duties of district administrator, the
	administrator shall execute a bond payable to the district in an
	amount set by the board of not less than $10,000 that:
	(1) is conditioned on the administrator performing the
	administrator's duties; and
	(2) contains other conditions the board may require.
	(Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.061. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR.
	Subject to any limitations prescribed by the board, the district
	administrator shall:
	(1) supervise the work and activities of the district;
	and
	(2) direct the affairs of the district. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.062. EMPLOYEES. The board may employ any
	doctors, technicians, nurses, and other employees as considered
	necessary for the efficient operation of the district or may
	provide that the district administrator has the authority to employ
	those persons. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.063. RETIREMENT PROGRAM. The board may enter
	into any contract or agreement with this state or the federal
	government as required to establish or continue a retirement
	program for the benefit of the district's employees. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.064. MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS; PUBLIC INSPECTION.
	(a) The board shall:
	(1) keep an accurate account of board meetings and
	proceedings; and
	(2) maintain at the district's principal office all
	district records and accounts, including contracts, notices,
	duplicate vouchers, and duplicate receipts.
	(b) The information described by Subsection (a) shall be
	open to public inspection at the district's principal office at all
	reasonable times. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 4 (part).)
	[Sections 1112.065-1112.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1112.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY. The district has
	full responsibility for:
	(1) operating all hospital facilities for providing
	medical and hospital care of indigent persons; and
	(2) providing medical and hospital care for the
	district's needy inhabitants. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315,
	Secs. 2 (part), 19 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.102. RESTRICTION ON POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
	TAXATION AND DEBT. Coke County or another political subdivision,
	other than the district, may not impose a tax or issue bonds or
	other obligations for hospital purposes for medical treatment of
	indigent persons in the district. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315,
	Sec. 19 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.103. MANAGEMENT, CONTROL, AND ADMINISTRATION.
	The board shall manage, control, and administer the district's
	hospitals and hospital system. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec.
	5 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.104. HOSPITAL SYSTEM. (a) The district shall
	provide for:
	(1) the establishment of a hospital system by:
	(A) purchasing, constructing, acquiring,
	repairing, or renovating buildings and equipment; and
	(B) equipping the buildings; and
	(2) the administration of the hospital system for
	hospital purposes.
	(b) The board shall determine the type, number, and location
	of buildings required to maintain an adequate hospital system.
	(c) The hospital system may include:
	(1) outpatient clinics; and
	(2) any other facilities the board considers necessary
	for hospital care. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Secs. 2 (part),
	7A.)
	Sec. 1112.105. RULES. The board may adopt rules for the
	operation of the district and as required to administer this
	chapter. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Secs. 5 (part), 11
	(part).)
	Sec. 1112.106. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING. The board may
	prescribe:
	(1) the method and manner of making purchases and
	expenditures by and for the district; and
	(2) all accounting and control procedures. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 11 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.107. EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) The district may
	exercise the power of eminent domain to acquire a fee simple or
	other interest in any type of property located in district
	territory if the interest is necessary or convenient to a power,
	right, or privilege conferred by this chapter.
	(b) The district must exercise the power of eminent domain
	in the manner provided by Chapter 21, Property Code. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 14.)
	Sec. 1112.108. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS. The board may accept
	for the district a gift or endowment to be held in trust and
	administered by the board for the purposes and under the
	directions, limitations, or other provisions prescribed in writing
	by the donor that are not inconsistent with the proper management
	and objectives of the district. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315,
	Sec. 17.)
	Sec. 1112.109. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES FOR
	CARE AND TREATMENT. The board may contract with:
	(1) any county or municipality located outside the
	district for the care and treatment of a sick or injured person of
	that county or municipality; and
	(2) this state or a federal agency for the treatment of
	a sick or injured person for whom this state or the federal
	government is responsible. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 5
	(part).)
	Sec. 1112.110. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES. (a)
	When a patient who resides in the district is admitted to a district
	facility, the district administrator shall have an inquiry made
	into the circumstances of:
	(1) the patient; and
	(2) the patient's relatives legally liable for the
	patient's support.
	(b) If the district administrator determines that the
	patient or those relatives cannot pay all or part of the patient's
	care and treatment in the hospital, the amount that cannot be paid
	becomes a charge against the district.
	(c) If the district administrator determines that the
	patient or those relatives can pay for all or part of the patient's
	care and treatment, the patient or those relatives shall be ordered
	to pay the district a specified amount each week for the patient's
	support. The amount ordered must be proportionate to the person's
	financial ability and may not exceed the actual per capita cost of
	maintenance.
	(d) The district administrator may collect the amount from
	the patient's estate, or from those relatives legally liable for
	the patient's support, in the manner provided by law for the
	collection of expenses of the last illness of a deceased person.
	(e) If there is a dispute as to the ability to pay, or doubt
	in the mind of the district administrator, the board shall hold a
	hearing and, after calling witnesses, shall:
	(1) resolve the dispute or doubt; and
	(2) issue any appropriate orders. (Acts 58th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 16.)
	Sec. 1112.111. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED. The district,
	through the board, may sue and be sued. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	315, Sec. 5 (part).)
	[Sections 1112.112-1112.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1112.151. BUDGET. (a) The district administrator
	shall prepare for approval by the board an annual budget that
	corresponds to the district's fiscal year.
	(b) Not later than August 31 of each year, the board shall
	publish notice of a public hearing on the proposed budget. The
	notice must be published in a newspaper of general circulation in
	Coke County at least 10 days before the date of the hearing. (Acts
	58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Secs. 6 (part), 18.)
	Sec. 1112.152. FISCAL YEAR. The district operates on a
	fiscal year that begins on October 1 and ends on September 30.
	(Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.153. AUDIT. (a) The district shall have an audit
	made of the district's financial condition.
	(b) The audit shall be open to inspection at all times at the
	district's principal office. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	Sec. 1112.154. FINANCIAL REPORT. As soon as practicable
	after the close of each fiscal year, the district administrator
	shall prepare for the board:
	(1) a complete sworn statement of all district money;
	and
	(2) a complete account of the disbursements of that
	money. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.155. DEPOSITORY. (a) The board shall select one
	or more banks in the district to serve as a depository for district
	money.
	(b) All district money shall be immediately deposited on
	receipt with a depository bank, except that sufficient money must
	be remitted to an appropriate bank to pay the principal of and
	interest on the district's outstanding bonds or other obligations
	assumed by the district on or before the maturity date of the
	principal and interest.
	(c) To the extent that money in a depository bank is not
	insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the money
	must be secured in the manner provided by law for the security of
	county funds.
	(d) Membership on the district's board of an officer or
	director of a bank does not disqualify the bank from being selected
	as a depository. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 12.)
	[Sections 1112.156-1112.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1112.201. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. (a) The board may
	issue and sell general obligation bonds in the name and on the faith
	and credit of the district for any purpose related to the purchase,
	construction, acquisition, repair, or renovation of buildings and
	improvements, and equipping buildings and improvements for a
	hospital and the hospital system, as determined by the board.
	(b) The board shall issue the bonds in compliance with the
	applicable provisions of Subtitles A and C, Title 9, Government
	Code. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.202. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. (a) At
	the time general obligation bonds are issued by the district, the
	board shall impose an ad valorem tax at a rate sufficient to create
	an interest and sinking fund and to pay the principal of and
	interest on the bonds as the bonds mature.
	(b) The tax required by this section, together with any
	other ad valorem tax the district imposes, may not in any year
	exceed 25 cents on each $100 valuation of taxable property in the
	district. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.203. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION. (a) The
	district may issue general obligation bonds only if the bonds are
	authorized by a majority of the district voters voting at an
	election held for that purpose.
	(b) The board shall call the election. The election must be
	held in accordance with Chapter 1251, Government Code.
	(c) The bond election order must specify:
	(1) the date of the election;
	(2) the location of the polling places;
	(3) the presiding election officers;
	(4) the amount of the bonds to be authorized;
	(5) the maximum maturity of the bonds; and
	(6) the maximum interest rate of the bonds. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.204. EXECUTION OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. The
	board president shall execute the general obligation bonds in the
	district's name and the board secretary shall attest the bonds.
	(Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.205. REFUNDING BONDS. (a) District refunding
	bonds may, without an election, be issued to refund any bonds or
	other refundable indebtedness issued or assumed by the district.
	(b) A refunding bond may be:
	(1) sold, with the proceeds of the refunding bond
	applied to the payment of the outstanding bonds or other refundable
	indebtedness; or
	(2) exchanged wholly or partly for not less than a
	similar principal amount of the outstanding bonds or other
	refundable indebtedness. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 9
	(part).)
	Sec. 1112.206. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. The following
	are exempt from taxation by this state or a political subdivision of
	this state:
	(1) bonds issued by the district;
	(2) the transfer and issuance of the bonds; and
	(3) any profits made in the sale of the bonds. (Acts
	58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 10 (part).)
	[Sections 1112.207-1112.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1112.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX. (a) The
	district may impose a tax on all property in the district subject to
	district taxation.
	(b) The tax may be used to meet the requirements of:
	(1) district bonds;
	(2) indebtedness assumed by the district; and
	(3) district maintenance and operating expenses.
	(Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 3 (part).)
	Sec. 1112.252. TAX RATE. Unless the rate is increased as
	provided by Section 1112.253, the district may impose the tax at a
	rate not to exceed 25 cents on each $100 valuation of all taxable
	property in the district. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Secs. 3
	(part), 9A (part).)
	Sec. 1112.253. ELECTION TO INCREASE MAXIMUM TAX RATE. (a)
	The board may order an election to increase the district's maximum
	tax rate to a rate not to exceed 75 cents on each $100 valuation of
	all taxable property in the district.
	(b) Notice of election shall be given by publishing a
	substantial copy of the election order in a newspaper of general
	circulation in the district once a week for two consecutive weeks
	before the date of the election. The first notice must be published
	at least 14 days before the date of the election.
	(c) The ballot for the election shall be printed to permit
	voting for or against the proposition: "The imposition of annual
	taxes by the district for hospital purposes at a rate not to exceed
	75 cents on the $100 valuation of all taxable property in the
	district."
	(d) If a majority of district voters approve the
	proposition, the board may impose taxes as authorized by the
	proposition.
	(e) A copy of the election results are a public record.
	(Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Secs. 3 (part), 9A (part).)
	Sec. 1112.254. TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. The tax
	assessor-collector of Coke County shall assess and collect taxes
	imposed by the district. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 315, Sec. 15
	(part).)
	CHAPTER 1113. WILBARGER COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1113.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 1113.002. AUTHORITY FOR OPERATION
	Sec. 1113.003. POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
	Sec. 1113.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 1113.005. CORRECTION OF INVALID PROCEDURES
	[Sections 1113.006-1113.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1113.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM
	Sec. 1113.052. NOTICE OF ELECTION AND RUNOFF ELECTION
	Sec. 1113.053. BALLOT PETITION
	Sec. 1113.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 1113.055. BOND; RECORD OF BOND AND OATH
	Sec. 1113.056. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 1113.057. OFFICERS
	Sec. 1113.058. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES
	Sec. 1113.059. VOTING REQUIREMENT
	Sec. 1113.060. MEETINGS
	Sec. 1113.061. EMPLOYEES
	Sec. 1113.062. MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS; PUBLIC
	INSPECTION
	Sec. 1113.063. SEAL
	[Sections 1113.064-1113.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1113.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY
	Sec. 1113.102. RESTRICTION ON COUNTY OR MUNICIPAL
	TAXATION
	Sec. 1113.103. MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 1113.104. RULES
	Sec. 1113.105. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING
	Sec. 1113.106. DISTRICT PROPERTY
	Sec. 1113.107. EMINENT DOMAIN
	Sec. 1113.108. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS
	Sec. 1113.109. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES
	Sec. 1113.110. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED
	[Sections 1113.111-1113.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1113.151. BUDGET
	Sec. 1113.152. PROPOSED BUDGET: NOTICE AND HEARING
	Sec. 1113.153. FISCAL YEAR
	Sec. 1113.154. ANNUAL AUDIT
	Sec. 1113.155. DEPOSITORY OR TREASURER
	[Sections 1113.156-1113.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1113.201. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1113.202. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1113.203. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION
	Sec. 1113.204. MATURITY OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1113.205. EXECUTION OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1113.206. REFUNDING BONDS
	[Sections 1113.207-1113.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1113.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX
	Sec. 1113.252. TAX RATE
	Sec. 1113.253. ELECTION TO INCREASE MAXIMUM TAX RATE
	Sec. 1113.254. TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR
	CHAPTER 1113. WILBARGER COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1113.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the board of directors of the
	district.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Wilbarger County Hospital
	District. (New.)
	Sec. 1113.002. AUTHORITY FOR OPERATION. The Wilbarger
	County Hospital District operates in accordance with Section 9,
	Article IX, Texas Constitution, and has the powers and
	responsibilities provided by that section. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 6, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.003. POLITICAL SUBDIVISION. The district is a
	political subdivision of this state. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6,
	Sec. 17 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The boundaries of the
	district are coextensive with the boundaries of Wilbarger County.
	(Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.005. CORRECTION OF INVALID PROCEDURES. If a
	court holds that any procedure under this chapter violates the
	constitution of this state or of the United States, the district by
	resolution may provide an alternative procedure that conforms with
	the constitution. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 18 (part).)
	[Sections 1113.006-1113.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1113.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM. (a) The board
	consists of seven directors elected from the district at large by
	position. To be elected, a candidate must receive a majority of the
	votes cast in the election for that position.
	(b) Directors serve staggered three-year terms. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 3 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.052. NOTICE OF ELECTION AND RUNOFF ELECTION. (a)
	At least 10 days before the date of a directors' election, notice of
	the election must be published one time in a newspaper of general
	circulation in Wilbarger County.
	(b) At least seven days before the date of a runoff election
	of directors, notice of the runoff election must be published one
	time in a newspaper of general circulation in Wilbarger County.
	(Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 3 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.053. BALLOT PETITION. A person who wants to have
	the person's name printed on the ballot as a candidate for director
	must file with the board secretary a petition requesting that
	action. The petition must be:
	(1) signed by at least 100 registered voters; and
	(2) filed by the deadline imposed by Section 144.005,
	Election Code. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 3 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. A person may not
	be appointed or elected as a director unless the person is:
	(1) a resident of the district; and
	(2) at least 18 years of age at the time of the
	appointment or election. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 3
	(part).)
	Sec. 1113.055. BOND; RECORD OF BOND AND OATH. (a) Each
	director shall execute a good and sufficient bond for $1,000 that
	is:
	(1) payable to the district; and
	(2) conditioned on the faithful performance of the
	director's duties.
	(b) Each director's bond and constitutional oath of office
	shall be deposited with the district's depository bank for
	safekeeping. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 3 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.056. BOARD VACANCY. (a) If a vacancy occurs in
	the office of director, the remaining directors shall appoint a
	director for the unexpired term.
	(b) If the number of directors is reduced to fewer than four
	for any reason, the remaining directors shall immediately call a
	special election to fill the vacancies. If the remaining directors
	do not call the election, a district court, on application of a
	district voter or taxpayer, may order the directors to hold the
	election. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 3 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.057. OFFICERS. The board shall elect from among
	its members a presiding officer, assistant presiding officer, and a
	secretary. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 3 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.058. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES. A director serves
	without compensation but may be reimbursed for actual expenses
	incurred in the performance of official duties on approval of the
	expenses by the board. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 4
	(part).)
	Sec. 1113.059. VOTING REQUIREMENT. A concurrence of four
	directors is sufficient in any matter relating to district
	business. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 3 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.060. MEETINGS. (a) A board meeting may be called
	by the presiding officer or any four directors.
	(b) Notice of the time and place of a board meeting must be
	given to each director not later than the seventh day before the
	time of the meeting.
	(c) This section does not prevent the board from
	establishing by resolution a regular time and place for meetings
	for which special notice is not required. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 6, Sec. 3 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.061. EMPLOYEES. (a) The board may employ a
	general manager and other necessary professional and clerical
	personnel.
	(b) The title of the general manager hired by the board may
	be president. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Secs. 3 (part), 8
	(part).)
	Sec. 1113.062. MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS; PUBLIC INSPECTION.
	Except as provided by Section 1113.055, all district records,
	including books, accounts, notices, and minutes, and all other
	matters of the district and the operation of its facilities, shall
	be:
	(1) maintained at the district office; and
	(2) open to public inspection at the district office
	at all reasonable hours. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 8
	(part).)
	Sec. 1113.063. SEAL. The board may adopt a seal for the
	district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 8 (part).)
	[Sections 1113.064-1113.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1113.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY. The district has
	full responsibility for providing medical and hospital care for the
	district's needy and indigent residents. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 6, Secs. 2 (part), 13 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.102. RESTRICTION ON COUNTY OR MUNICIPAL TAXATION.
	Wilbarger County or a municipality in Wilbarger County may not
	impose a tax for hospital purposes. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6,
	Sec. 13 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.103. MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL OF DISTRICT. The
	management and control of the district is vested in the board. (Acts
	59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.104. RULES. (a) The board may adopt rules
	governing the operation of the district and district facilities.
	(b) The rules, on approval by the board, may be published in
	booklet form at district expense and may be made available to any
	taxpayer on request. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 8 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.105. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING. (a) The board
	may prescribe the method and manner of making purchases and
	expenditures by and for the district.
	(b) The board shall prescribe:
	(1) all accounting and control procedures; and
	(2) the method of purchasing necessary supplies,
	materials, and equipment. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 8
	(part).)
	Sec. 1113.106. DISTRICT PROPERTY. (a) The board may sell or
	lease property owned by the district at public auction or at private
	sale, on terms the board may determine.
	(b) The sale or lease of property and the terms of the sale
	or lease must be approved by a vote of at least three-fourths of the
	total number of directors. The vote must be recorded by resolution
	in the district's minutes.
	(c) After the adoption of a resolution authorizing a sale or
	lease, the board shall hold a public hearing on the proposed sale or
	lease. Notice of the public hearing and the subject of the hearing
	must be published in the English language in a newspaper of general
	circulation in the district once a week for three consecutive weeks
	preceding the hearing. The last of the notices must be published
	not less than five days before the date set for the hearing.
	(d) Not more than 10 days after the date of the public
	hearing, the board shall again vote on the proposed sale or lease as
	stated in the initial resolution. The sale or lease must be
	approved by a vote of at least three-fourths of the total number of
	directors. The vote must be recorded in the district's minutes.
	(e) Any transfer, lease, or sale of district property must
	be by an instrument signed by the board presiding officer and
	attested by the board secretary. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec.
	4a.)
	Sec. 1113.107. EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) The district may
	exercise the power of eminent domain to acquire a fee simple or
	other interest in any type of property located in district
	territory, if the interest is necessary or convenient to exercise a
	right, power, privilege, or function conferred on the district by
	this chapter.
	(b) The district must exercise the power of eminent domain
	in the manner provided by Chapter 21, Property Code, except the
	district is not required to deposit in the trial court money or a
	bond as otherwise required by Section 21.021(a), Property Code.
	(c) In a condemnation proceeding brought by the district,
	the district is not required to:
	(1) pay in advance or provide a bond or other security
	for costs in the trial court;
	(2) provide a bond for the issuance of a temporary
	restraining order or a temporary injunction; or
	(3) provide a bond for costs or a supersedeas bond on
	an appeal or petition for review. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6,
	Sec. 10.)
	Sec. 1113.108. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS. The board may accept
	for the district a gift or endowment to be held in trust and
	administered by the board for the purposes and under the
	directions, limitations, or other provisions prescribed in writing
	by the donor that are not inconsistent with the proper management
	and objectives of the district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec.
	15.)
	Sec. 1113.109. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES. (a)
	When a patient who claims to be indigent is admitted to a district
	facility, the board shall have an inquiry made into the
	circumstances of:
	(1) the patient; and
	(2) the patient's relatives legally liable for the
	patient's support.
	(b) If an agent designated by the district to handle the
	inquiry determines that the patient or those relatives cannot pay
	for all or part of the patient's care and treatment in the hospital,
	the amount that cannot be paid becomes a charge against the
	district.
	(c) If it is determined that the patient or those relatives
	are liable to pay for all or part of the patient's care and
	treatment, the patient or those relatives shall be ordered to pay to
	the district's treasurer a specified amount each week for the
	patient's support. The amount ordered must be proportionate to
	their financial ability and may not exceed the actual per capita
	cost of maintenance.
	(d) The district may collect the amount from the patient's
	estate, or from those relatives legally liable for the patient's
	support, in the manner provided by law for the collection of
	expenses of the last illness of a deceased person.
	(e) If there is a dispute as to the ability to pay or doubt
	in the mind of the district's designated agent, the board shall hold
	a hearing and, after calling witnesses, shall:
	(1) resolve the dispute or doubt; and
	(2) issue any appropriate order.
	(f) The order may be appealed to the district court. (Acts
	59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 14.)
	Sec. 1113.110. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED. As a
	governmental agency, the district may sue and be sued in its own
	name in any court in this state. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec.
	17 (part).)
	[Sections 1113.111-1113.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1113.151. BUDGET. The board annually shall have a
	budget prepared for the next fiscal year that includes:
	(1) proposed expenditures and disbursements;
	(2) estimated receipts and collections; and
	(3) the amount of taxes required to be imposed for the
	year. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.152. PROPOSED BUDGET: NOTICE AND HEARING. (a)
	The board shall hold a public hearing on the proposed budget.
	(b) Notice of the hearing must be published at least once in
	a newspaper of general circulation in Wilbarger County not later
	than the 10th day before the date of the hearing.
	(c) Any district taxpayer is entitled to:
	(1) appear at the time and place designated in the
	notice; and
	(2) be heard regarding any item included in the
	proposed budget. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.153. FISCAL YEAR. The district's fiscal year
	begins on October 1 and ends on September 30. (Acts 59th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.154. ANNUAL AUDIT. (a) The board annually shall
	have an independent audit made of the district's books and records
	for the preceding fiscal year.
	(b) Not later than December 31 each year, the audit shall be
	filed:
	(1) with the comptroller; and
	(2) at the district's office. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 6, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.155. DEPOSITORY OR TREASURER. (a) The board by
	resolution shall designate a bank or banks in Wilbarger County as
	the district's depository or treasurer. A designated bank serves
	for two years and until a successor is designated.
	(b) All income received by the district shall be deposited
	with the district depository.
	(c) All district money shall be secured in the manner
	provided for securing county funds. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6,
	Secs. 5 (part), 11.)
	[Sections 1113.156-1113.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1113.201. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. The board may
	issue and sell general obligation bonds in the name and on the faith
	and credit of the district for any purpose relating to the purchase,
	construction, acquisition, repair, or renovation of buildings and
	improvements and equipping buildings and improvements for hospital
	purposes. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.202. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. (a)
	The board shall impose an ad valorem tax at a rate sufficient to
	create an interest and sinking fund to pay the principal of and
	interest on general obligation bonds issued by the district under
	Section 1113.201 as the bonds mature.
	(b) The tax required by this section together with any
	maintenance and operation tax the district imposes may not in any
	year exceed:
	(1) 50 cents on each $100 valuation of all taxable
	property in the district; or
	(2) the maximum amount approved by the voters under
	Section 1113.253. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.203. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION. (a) The
	district may issue general obligation bonds only if the bonds are
	authorized by a majority of the district voters voting at an
	election held for that purpose.
	(b) The board may order a bond election on its own motion.
	(c) The order must specify:
	(1) the location of the polling places;
	(2) the presiding election officers;
	(3) the purpose for which the bonds are to be issued;
	(4) the amount of the bonds to be authorized;
	(5) the maximum interest rate of the bonds; and
	(6) the maximum maturity date of the bonds.
	(d) Notice of a bond election shall be given by publishing a
	substantial copy of the order in a newspaper of general circulation
	in Wilbarger County once each week for two consecutive weeks before
	the date of the election. The first publication must occur at least
	14 days before the date of the election. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	6, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.204. MATURITY OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.
	District general obligation bonds must mature not later than 40
	years after the date of issuance. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6,
	Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.205. EXECUTION OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. The
	board presiding officer shall execute the general obligation bonds
	in the district's name, and the board secretary shall countersign
	the bonds. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.206. REFUNDING BONDS. (a) District refunding
	bonds may be issued without an election and in the manner provided
	by this subchapter to refund outstanding bonds issued by the
	district.
	(b) A refunding bond may be:
	(1) sold, with the proceeds of the refunding bond
	applied to the payment of the outstanding bonds; or
	(2) exchanged wholly or partly for not less than a
	similar amount of the outstanding bonds and the unpaid matured
	interest on those bonds. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	[Sections 1113.207-1113.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1113.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX. (a) On final
	approval of the budget, the board shall impose a tax on all taxable
	property in the district subject to district taxation.
	(b) The board shall impose the tax to:
	(1) pay the interest on and create a sinking fund for
	bonds issued by the district for hospital purposes as provided by
	this chapter;
	(2) provide for the maintenance and operations of the
	hospital or hospital system;
	(3) make improvements and additions to the hospital
	system; and
	(4) acquire necessary sites for the hospital system by
	purchase, lease, or condemnation. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6,
	Secs. 5 (part), 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.252. TAX RATE. Unless the rate is increased as
	provided by Section 1113.253, the board may impose the tax at a rate
	not to exceed 50 cents on each $100 valuation of all taxable
	property in the district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec. 5
	(part).)
	Sec. 1113.253. ELECTION TO INCREASE MAXIMUM TAX RATE. The
	board may call an election to increase the district's maximum tax
	rate to a rate not to exceed 75 cents on each $100 valuation of all
	taxable property in the district if the board determines that an
	increase is necessary to carry out the purposes for which the
	initial tax rate was authorized. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Sec.
	7 (part).)
	Sec. 1113.254. TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. The tax
	assessor-collector of Wilbarger County shall assess and collect
	taxes imposed by the district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 6, Secs.
	5 (part), 9 (part).)
	CHAPTER 1114. WILLACY COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1114.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 1114.002. AUTHORITY FOR OPERATION
	Sec. 1114.003. ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FUNCTION
	Sec. 1114.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 1114.005. LOCATION OF HOSPITAL FACILITIES
	Sec. 1114.006. DISTRICT SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE NOT
	STATE OBLIGATION
	Sec. 1114.007. RESTRICTION ON STATE FINANCIAL
	ASSISTANCE
	[Sections 1114.008-1114.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1114.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM
	Sec. 1114.052. NOTICE OF ELECTION
	Sec. 1114.053. BALLOT PETITION
	Sec. 1114.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 1114.055. OATH; BOND; RECORD OF BOND
	Sec. 1114.056. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 1114.057. OFFICERS
	Sec. 1114.058. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES
	Sec. 1114.059. MEETINGS
	Sec. 1114.060. VOTING REQUIREMENT
	Sec. 1114.061. ADMINISTRATOR; ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1114.062. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT
	ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1114.063. APPOINTMENT OF STAFF; EMPLOYEES
	Sec. 1114.064. RETIREMENT BENEFITS
	[Sections 1114.065-1114.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1114.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY
	Sec. 1114.102. RESTRICTION ON POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
	TAXATION AND DEBT
	Sec. 1114.103. MANAGEMENT, CONTROL, AND ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1114.104. RULES
	Sec. 1114.105. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING
	Sec. 1114.106. DISTRICT PROPERTY, FACILITIES, AND
	EQUIPMENT
	Sec. 1114.107. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS
	Sec. 1114.108. CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS
	Sec. 1114.109. OPERATING AND MANAGEMENT CONTRACTS
	Sec. 1114.110. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES
	FOR CARE AND TREATMENT
	Sec. 1114.111. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES
	FOR INVESTIGATORY OR OTHER SERVICES
	Sec. 1114.112. HEALTH CARE SERVICES
	Sec. 1114.113. HEALTH CARE SERVICES ELIGIBILITY
	Sec. 1114.114. MANDATED PROVIDER
	Sec. 1114.115. NOTIFICATION OF PROVISION OF
	NONEMERGENCY SERVICES
	Sec. 1114.116. NOTIFICATION OF PROVISION OF EMERGENCY
	SERVICES
	Sec. 1114.117. PAYMENT FOR SERVICES
	Sec. 1114.118. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED
	[Sections 1114.119-1114.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1114.151. BUDGET
	Sec. 1114.152. NOTICE; HEARING; ACTION ON BUDGET
	Sec. 1114.153. FISCAL YEAR
	Sec. 1114.154. ANNUAL AUDIT
	Sec. 1114.155. INSPECTION OF ANNUAL AUDIT AND DISTRICT
	RECORDS
	Sec. 1114.156. DEPOSITORY
	Sec. 1114.157. SPENDING AND INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS
	[Sections 1114.158-1114.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1114.201. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1114.202. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1114.203. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION
	Sec. 1114.204. REVENUE BONDS
	Sec. 1114.205. PROMISSORY NOTES
	Sec. 1114.206. REFUNDING BONDS
	Sec. 1114.207. MATURITY OF BONDS
	Sec. 1114.208. EXECUTION OF BONDS
	Sec. 1114.209. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION
	[Sections 1114.210-1114.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1114.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX
	Sec. 1114.252. TAX RATE
	Sec. 1114.253. TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR
	[Sections 1114.254-1114.300 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER G. DISSOLUTION
	Sec. 1114.301. DISSOLUTION; ELECTION
	Sec. 1114.302. NOTICE OF ELECTION
	Sec. 1114.303. BALLOT
	Sec. 1114.304. ELECTION RESULTS
	Sec. 1114.305. DETERMINATION OF DEBT
	CHAPTER 1114. WILLACY COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1114.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the board of directors of the
	district.
	(2) "Commissioners court" means the Commissioners
	Court of Willacy County.
	(3) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(4) "District" means the Willacy County Hospital
	District. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 1114.002. AUTHORITY FOR OPERATION. The Willacy County
	Hospital District operates in accordance with Section 9, Article
	IX, Texas Constitution, and has the rights, powers, and duties
	provided by this chapter. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 1
	(part).)
	Sec. 1114.003. ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FUNCTION. The district
	performs an essential public function in carrying out the purposes
	of this chapter. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 20 (part).)
	Sec. 1114.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The boundaries of the
	district are coextensive with the boundaries of Willacy County,
	Texas. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 1114.005. LOCATION OF HOSPITAL FACILITIES. The
	district hospital facilities shall be constructed and located on
	the property described by Section 10(a), Chapter 323, Acts of the
	62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 323, Sec. 10(a) (part); New.)
	Sec. 1114.006. DISTRICT SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE NOT STATE
	OBLIGATION. The support and maintenance of the district and any
	indebtedness incurred by the district under this chapter may not
	become a charge against or obligation of this state. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 19 (part).)
	Sec. 1114.007. RESTRICTION ON STATE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE.
	The legislature may not make a direct appropriation for the
	construction, maintenance, or improvement of a district facility.
	(Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 19 (part).)
	[Sections 1114.008-1114.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1114.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM. (a) The district is
	governed by a board of nine directors elected as follows:
	(1) two directors elected from each commissioners
	precinct; and
	(2) one director elected from the district at large.
	(b) The two candidates receiving the most votes from a
	commissioners precinct are the directors for that precinct. The
	candidate receiving the most votes from the district at large is the
	director for the district at large.
	(c) Unless four-year terms are established under Section
	285.081, Health and Safety Code:
	(1) directors serve staggered two-year terms with:
	(A) the terms of the directors elected from
	odd-numbered precincts and the term of the director from the
	district at large expiring each even-numbered year; and
	(B) the terms of the directors elected from
	even-numbered precincts expiring each odd-numbered year; and
	(2) an election shall be held on an authorized uniform
	election date each year to elect the appropriate number of
	directors. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Secs. 4(a), (c).)
	Sec. 1114.052. NOTICE OF ELECTION. At least 90 days before
	the date of a directors' election, notice of the election must be
	published one time in a newspaper or newspapers that individually
	or collectively provide general circulation in the district. (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 4(e) (part).)
	Sec. 1114.053. BALLOT PETITION. A person who wants to have
	the person's name printed on the ballot as a candidate for director
	must file with the board secretary a petition requesting that
	action. The petition must:
	(1) be signed by at least 10 registered voters;
	(2) be filed by the deadline imposed by Section
	144.005, Election Code; and
	(3) specify the commissioner precinct the person seeks
	to represent or specify that the person seeks to represent the
	district at large. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 4(e)
	(part).)
	Sec. 1114.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. (a) To qualify
	for election to the board, a person must be:
	(1) a resident of the district; and
	(2) a qualified voter.
	(b) In addition to the qualifications required by
	Subsection (a), a person who is elected from a commissioners
	precinct or who is appointed to fill a vacancy for a commissioners
	precinct must be a resident of that commissioners precinct.
	(c) A person is not eligible to serve as a director if the
	person is:
	(1) the district administrator;
	(2) a district employee;
	(3) a member of the hospital staff; or
	(4) an employee of a member of the hospital staff.
	(Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Secs. 4(b), (f).)
	Sec. 1114.055. OATH; BOND; RECORD OF BOND. (a) A person
	elected to the board shall qualify for office by executing:
	(1) a written oath; and
	(2) a good and sufficient surety bond for $5,000 that
	is:
	(A) in the form prescribed by the board;
	(B) payable to the district; and
	(C) conditioned on the faithful performance of
	the director's duties.
	(b) Each director's bond shall be kept in the district's
	permanent records.
	(c) The board may pay for directors' bonds with district
	funds. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 5(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1114.056. BOARD VACANCY. If a vacancy occurs in the
	office of director, the remaining directors by a majority vote
	shall appoint a director for the unexpired term. (Acts 62nd Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 4(d).)
	Sec. 1114.057. OFFICERS. (a) The board shall elect from
	among its members a president, a vice president, a secretary, and a
	treasurer.
	(b) The offices of secretary and treasurer may be held by
	one person.
	(c) Each officer of the board serves a one-year term.
	(d) The board shall fill a vacancy in a board office for the
	unexpired term. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Secs. 5(b), (c).)
	Sec. 1114.058. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES. A director serves
	without compensation but may be reimbursed for actual expenses
	incurred in the performance of official duties. The expenses must
	be:
	(1) reported in the district's records; and
	(2) approved by the board. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch.
	323, Sec. 5(e).)
	Sec. 1114.059. MEETINGS. The board shall meet at least
	once a month on a regular meeting date prescribed by the board.
	(Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 5(f).)
	Sec. 1114.060. VOTING REQUIREMENT. A concurrence of five
	directors is required in any matter relating to district business.
	(Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 5(d) (part).)
	Sec. 1114.061. ADMINISTRATOR; ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR.
	(a) The board shall appoint a qualified person as district
	administrator.
	(b) The board may appoint an assistant administrator.
	(c) The administrator and any assistant administrator serve
	at the will of the board and shall receive the compensation
	determined by the board.
	(d) On assuming the duties of district administrator, the
	administrator shall execute a surety bond payable to the district
	in an amount and form set by the board of not less than $5,000 that:
	(1) is conditioned on the administrator faithfully
	performing the administrator's duties; and
	(2) contains any other conditions the board requires.
	(Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 6(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1114.062. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR.
	Subject to any limitations prescribed by the board, the district
	administrator shall:
	(1) supervise the work and activities of the district;
	and
	(2) direct the affairs of the district. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 6(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1114.063. APPOINTMENT OF STAFF; EMPLOYEES. (a) The
	board may appoint to or dismiss from the staff any doctor the board
	considers necessary for the efficient operation of the district and
	may make temporary appointments to the staff if warranted.
	(b) The district may employ fiscal agents, accountants,
	architects, and attorneys as the board considers proper.
	(c) The board may delegate to the district administrator the
	authority to employ district employees, including technicians and
	nurses. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Secs. 6(a) (part), 15.)
	Sec. 1114.064. RETIREMENT BENEFITS. The board may provide
	retirement benefits for district employees by:
	(1) establishing or administering a retirement
	program; or
	(2) participating in:
	(A) the Texas County and District Retirement
	System; or
	(B) another statewide retirement system in which
	the district is eligible to participate. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch.
	323, Sec. 6(a) (part).)
	[Sections 1114.065-1114.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1114.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY. (a) The district
	shall provide for the medical and hospital care of the district's
	needy inhabitants, as required by Section 9, Article IX, Texas
	Constitution, and this chapter.
	(b) The district has full responsibility for providing
	health care services for the district's indigent residents, subject
	to the provisions of this chapter. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323,
	Secs. 2, 18 (part).)
	Sec. 1114.102. RESTRICTION ON POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
	TAXATION AND DEBT. A political subdivision located within the
	district may not impose a tax or issue bonds or other obligations
	for hospital purposes or to provide medical care. (Acts 62nd Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 18 (part).)
	Sec. 1114.103. MANAGEMENT, CONTROL, AND ADMINISTRATION.
	The board shall manage, control, and administer the district's
	services, money, and resources. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323,
	Sec. 6(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1114.104. RULES. The board may adopt rules governing
	the operation of the hospital, the hospital system, and the
	district's staff and employees. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323,
	Sec. 6(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1114.105. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING. The board may
	prescribe:
	(1) the method and manner of making purchases and
	expenditures by and for the district; and
	(2) all accounting and control procedures. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 11 (part).)
	Sec. 1114.106. DISTRICT PROPERTY, FACILITIES, AND
	EQUIPMENT. (a) The board may lease all or part of the district's
	buildings and facilities on terms considered to be in the best
	interest of the district's inhabitants. The term of the lease may
	not exceed 25 years.
	(b) The district may acquire equipment for use in the
	district's hospital system and mortgage or pledge the property as
	security for the payment of the purchase price, subject to the
	provisions of this chapter. A contract entered into under this
	subsection must provide that the entire obligation be retired not
	later than the fifth anniversary of the date of the contract. (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Secs. 10(c) (part), 11 (part).)
	Sec. 1114.107. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS. The board may accept
	for the district a gift or endowment to be held in trust and
	administered by the board for the purposes and under the
	directions, limitations, or provisions prescribed in writing by the
	donor that are not inconsistent with the proper management and
	object of the district. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 17
	(part).)
	Sec. 1114.108. CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS. A construction
	contract that involves the expenditure of more than the amount
	provided by Section 271.024, Local Government Code, may be made
	only after competitive bidding as provided by Subchapter B, Chapter
	271, Local Government Code. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 11
	(part).)
	Sec. 1114.109. OPERATING AND MANAGEMENT CONTRACTS. The
	board may enter into an operating or management contract relating
	to a district facility. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 10(c)
	(part).)
	Sec. 1114.110. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES FOR
	CARE AND TREATMENT. The board may contract with:
	(1) any county or municipality located outside the
	district for the care and treatment of a sick or injured person of
	that county or municipality; and
	(2) this state or a federal agency for the treatment of
	a sick or injured person. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 6(a)
	(part).)
	Sec. 1114.111. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES FOR
	INVESTIGATORY OR OTHER SERVICES. The board may contract with
	another political subdivision or a governmental agency for the
	district to provide investigatory or other services for the
	medical, hospital, or welfare needs of district inhabitants. (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 6(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1114.112. HEALTH CARE SERVICES. (a) The district
	shall provide the inpatient and outpatient hospital services and
	physician services a county is required to provide under Section
	61.028(a), Health and Safety Code.
	(b) The district shall provide maternal labor and delivery
	services in the district. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec.
	16A(a).)
	Sec. 1114.113. HEALTH CARE SERVICES ELIGIBILITY. (a) The
	district shall provide health care assistance as required by this
	chapter to each eligible resident of the district.
	(b) A person is eligible for health care assistance from the
	district if the person:
	(1) resides within the district; and
	(2) meets the basic income and resources eligibility
	requirements established by the district. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 323, Secs. 16(a), (b).)
	Sec. 1114.114. MANDATED PROVIDER. The district may select
	one or more providers of health care services and may require an
	eligible resident to obtain care from a provider except:
	(1) in an emergency;
	(2) when medically inappropriate; or
	(3) when care is not available. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 323, Sec. 16A(b) (part).)
	Sec. 1114.115. NOTIFICATION OF PROVISION OF NONEMERGENCY
	SERVICES. (a) The district may require a mandated provider
	selected by the district under Section 1114.114 to obtain approval
	from the district before providing nonemergency health care
	services to an eligible resident of the district.
	(b) If the district has not selected a mandated provider, a
	provider of nonemergency health care assistance must inform the
	district of any nonemergency health care services provided to a
	patient as required by this section.
	(c) A provider that delivers or will deliver nonemergency
	health care services to a patient who the provider suspects might be
	eligible for assistance under this chapter shall notify the
	district that nonemergency health care services have been or will
	be provided to the patient. The provider must notify the district:
	(1) by telephone, as soon as possible after the
	provider determines that the patient resides in the district; and
	(2) by mail postmarked not later than the third
	working day after the date on which the provider determines that the
	patient resides in the district.
	(d) If the provider knows that the district has selected a
	mandated provider or if, after contacting the district, the
	district requests that the patient be transferred to a mandated
	provider, the provider shall transfer the patient to the mandated
	provider unless it is medically inappropriate to transfer the
	patient.
	(e) The provider, the patient, and the patient's family
	shall cooperate with the district in determining if the patient is
	an eligible resident of the district.
	(f) Not later than the 14th day after the date on which the
	district receives sufficient information to determine eligibility,
	the district shall determine if the patient is eligible for
	assistance. If the district does not determine the patient's
	eligibility within that period, the patient is considered to be
	eligible. The district shall notify the provider of the district's
	decision.
	(g) A provider that delivers nonemergency services to a
	patient who is eligible for assistance under this chapter and fails
	to comply with this section is not eligible for payment for the
	services from the district. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Secs.
	16A(c), (e), (f), (g) (part).)
	Sec. 1114.116. NOTIFICATION OF PROVISION OF EMERGENCY
	SERVICES. (a) If a patient who is eligible for assistance under
	this chapter requires emergency services from a nonmandated
	provider, the provider must notify the district as provided by this
	section.
	(b) A provider delivering emergency services to a patient
	who the provider suspects might be eligible for assistance under
	this chapter shall notify the district that emergency services have
	been or will be provided to the patient. The provider must notify
	the district:
	(1) by telephone, as soon as possible after the
	provider determines that the patient resides in the district; and
	(2) by mail postmarked not later than the third
	working day after the date on which the provider determines that the
	patient resides in the district.
	(c) A provider shall attempt to determine if a patient
	resides in the district at the time the patient first receives
	services.
	(d) The provider, the patient, and the patient's family
	shall cooperate with the district in determining if the patient is
	an eligible resident of the district.
	(e) Not later than the 14th day after the date on which the
	district receives sufficient information to determine eligibility,
	the district shall determine if the patient is eligible for
	assistance. If the district does not determine the patient's
	eligibility within that period, the patient is considered to be
	eligible. The district shall notify the provider of the district's
	decision.
	(f) A provider that delivers emergency services to a patient
	who is eligible for assistance under this chapter and fails to
	comply with this section is not eligible for payment for the
	services from the district. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Secs.
	16A(d), (e), (f), (g) (part).)
	Sec. 1114.117. PAYMENT FOR SERVICES. (a) To the extent
	prescribed by this chapter, the district is liable for health care
	services provided under this chapter by any provider, including
	another hospital district or public hospital, to an eligible
	resident of the district.
	(b) The payment rates and limits prescribed by Sections
	61.034 and 61.035, Health and Safety Code, that relate to county
	services apply to inpatient and outpatient hospital services and
	physician services that the district is required to provide if:
	(1) the district is not able to provide the required
	services or emergency services; and
	(2) the services are provided elsewhere. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 16B.)
	Sec. 1114.118. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED. (a) The
	district, through the board, may sue and be sued.
	(b) The district is entitled to all causes of action and
	defenses to which similar authorities are entitled. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 6 (part).)
	[Sections 1114.119-1114.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1114.151. BUDGET. (a) The district administrator
	shall prepare an annual budget for approval by the board.
	(b) The proposed budget must contain a complete financial
	statement of:
	(1) the outstanding obligations of the district;
	(2) the money received by the district from all
	sources during the previous year;
	(3) the money available to the district from all
	sources during the ensuing year;
	(4) the balances expected at the end of the year in
	which the budget is being prepared;
	(5) the estimated revenue and balances available to
	cover the proposed budget;
	(6) the estimated tax rate required; and
	(7) the proposed expenditures and disbursements and
	the estimated receipts and collections for the following fiscal
	year. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 7(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1114.152. NOTICE; HEARING; ACTION ON BUDGET. (a) The
	board shall hold a public hearing each year on the proposed annual
	budget.
	(b) At least 10 days before the date of the hearing, notice
	of the hearing shall be published one time in a newspaper or
	newspapers that individually or collectively provide general
	circulation in the district.
	(c) Any district resident is entitled to be present and
	participate at the hearing.
	(d) At the conclusion of the hearing, the board shall act on
	the budget proposed by the district administrator. The board may
	make any changes in the proposed budget that the board judges to be
	in the interests of the district's residents and that the law
	warrants. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 7(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1114.153. FISCAL YEAR. The district operates
	according to a fiscal year that begins on July 1 and ends on June 30.
	(Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 7(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1114.154. ANNUAL AUDIT. (a) The district shall have
	an independent annual audit made of the district's financial
	condition for each fiscal year.
	(b) After approval by the board, the audit shall be filed at
	the district's office. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 7(a)
	(part).)
	Sec. 1114.155. INSPECTION OF ANNUAL AUDIT AND DISTRICT
	RECORDS. The annual audit and other district records shall be open
	to inspection at the district's principal office. (Acts 62nd Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 7(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1114.156. DEPOSITORY. (a) Every two years, the board
	shall select one or more banks in the district to serve as a
	depository for district money.
	(b) All district money, other than money invested as
	provided by Section 1114.157(b), and money transmitted to a bank
	for payment of bonds or obligations issued or assumed by the
	district, shall be deposited as received with the depository and
	shall remain on deposit.
	(c) This chapter, including Subsection (b), does not limit
	the power of the board to:
	(1) place a part of district money on time deposit; or
	(2) purchase certificates of deposit, obligations of
	the United States, or obligations guaranteed by the United States.
	(Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 12(a).)
	Sec. 1114.157. SPENDING AND INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS. (a)
	Except as otherwise provided by Section 1114.106(b) and by
	Subchapter E, the district may not incur an obligation payable from
	district revenue other than the revenue on hand or to be on hand in
	the current and following district fiscal years.
	(b) The board may invest operating, depreciation, or
	building reserves only in funds or securities specified by Chapter
	2256, Government Code. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Secs. 6(a)
	(part), 11 (part).)
	[Sections 1114.158-1114.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1114.201. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. The board may
	issue and sell general obligation bonds in the name and on the faith
	and credit of the district for:
	(1) purchasing, constructing, acquiring, repairing,
	or renovating buildings and improvements;
	(2) equipping buildings and improvements for hospital
	purposes;
	(3) acquiring and operating a mobile emergency medical
	service; and
	(4) providing medical services. (Acts 62nd Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 8 (part).)
	Sec. 1114.202. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. (a) At
	the time general obligation bonds are issued by the district, the
	board shall impose an ad valorem tax at a rate sufficient to create
	an interest and sinking fund to pay the principal of and interest on
	the bonds as the bonds mature.
	(b) The tax required by this section, together with any
	other ad valorem tax the district imposes, may not in any year
	exceed the tax rate approved by the voters. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 323, Sec. 8 (part).)
	Sec. 1114.203. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION. (a) The
	district may issue general obligation bonds only if the bonds are
	authorized by a majority of the district voters voting at an
	election held for that purpose.
	(b) The order calling the election must specify:
	(1) the date of the election;
	(2) the location of the polling places;
	(3) the amount of the bonds to be authorized;
	(4) the maximum interest rate of the bonds; and
	(5) the maximum maturity of the bonds.
	(c) Notice of a bond election shall be given as provided by
	Section 1251.003, Government Code. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323,
	Sec. 8 (part).)
	Sec. 1114.204. REVENUE BONDS. (a) The board may issue
	revenue bonds to:
	(1) purchase, construct, acquire, repair, equip, or
	renovate buildings or improvements for hospital purposes;
	(2) acquire sites to be used for hospital purposes; or
	(3) acquire and operate a mobile emergency medical
	service.
	(b) The bonds must be payable from and secured by a pledge of
	all or part of the revenue derived from the operation of the
	district's hospital system.
	(c) The bonds may be additionally secured by a mortgage or
	deed of trust lien on all or part of district property.
	(d) The bonds must be issued in the manner prescribed by
	Sections 264.042, 264.043, 264.046, 264.047, 264.048, and 264.049,
	Health and Safety Code, for issuance of revenue bonds by a county
	hospital authority. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 8A.)
	Sec. 1114.205. PROMISSORY NOTES. (a) The board may execute
	and deliver promissory notes to purchase, construct, acquire,
	repair, equip, or renovate buildings and improvements for hospital
	purposes.
	(b) The notes may be secured by:
	(1) a mortgage or deed of trust lien on all or part of
	the district property; or
	(2) a pledge of revenues derived from the operation of
	the district's hospital.
	(c) The notes may be paid from:
	(1) taxes imposed by the district, not to exceed the
	tax rate approved by the voters; and
	(2) the revenues derived from the operation of the
	district's hospital.
	(d) The total amount of revenues pledged under Subsection
	(b)(2) may not exceed 50 percent of the estimated revenues for the
	period the pledge is effective. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323,
	Sec. 9.)
	Sec. 1114.206. REFUNDING BONDS. (a) District refunding
	bonds may be issued to refund outstanding bonded indebtedness of
	the district.
	(b) A refunding bond may be:
	(1) sold, with the proceeds of the refunding bond
	applied to the payment of outstanding bonded indebtedness; or
	(2) exchanged wholly or partly for not less than a
	similar principal amount of outstanding indebtedness. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 8B (part).)
	Sec. 1114.207. MATURITY OF BONDS. District bonds must
	mature not later than 50 years after the date of issuance. (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 8C (part).)
	Sec. 1114.208. EXECUTION OF BONDS. The board president
	shall execute the district's bonds in the district's name, and the
	board secretary shall countersign the bonds in the manner provided
	by Chapter 618, Government Code. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323,
	Sec. 8C (part).)
	Sec. 1114.209. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. The following
	are exempt from taxation by this state or a political subdivision of
	this state:
	(1) bonds issued or assumed by the district;
	(2) the transfer and issuance of the bonds; and
	(3) profits made in the sale of the bonds. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 20 (part).)
	[Sections 1114.210-1114.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1114.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX. (a) The board
	may impose a tax on all property in the district subject to district
	taxation.
	(b) The board may impose the tax to:
	(1) pay the indebtedness issued or assumed by the
	district; and
	(2) maintain and operate the district. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Secs. 13(a) (part), (c) (part).)
	Sec. 1114.252. TAX RATE. (a) The board may impose the tax
	at a rate not to exceed 15 cents on each $100 valuation of all
	taxable property in the district.
	(b) In setting the tax rate, the board shall consider the
	income of the district from sources other than taxation. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Secs. 3(b) (part), 13(a) (part), (b) (part).)
	Sec. 1114.253. TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. The board may
	provide for the appointment of a tax assessor-collector for the
	district or may contract for the assessment and collection of taxes
	as provided by the Tax Code. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 14
	(part).)
	[Sections 1114.254-1114.300 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER G. DISSOLUTION
	Sec. 1114.301. DISSOLUTION; ELECTION. (a) The
	commissioners court shall order an election on the question of
	dissolution of the district if the board receives a petition of 20
	percent of the voters in the district.
	(b) The commissioners court on its own motion may order an
	election on the question of dissolution of the district.
	(c) An order calling an election under this section must
	contain:
	(1) the time of the election;
	(2) the location of the polling places;
	(3) the issue to be printed on the ballot; and
	(4) the presiding judge for each polling place. (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Secs. 23(a), (b).)
	Sec. 1114.302. NOTICE OF ELECTION. The commissioners court
	shall publish a substantial copy of the election order in a
	newspaper with general circulation in the district once a week for
	two consecutive weeks before the date of the election. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 23(c).)
	Sec. 1114.303. BALLOT. The ballot for an election under
	this subchapter must provide for voting for or against the
	following proposition: "Dissolution of the Willacy County Hospital
	District." (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec. 23(f).)
	Sec. 1114.304. ELECTION RESULTS. (a) If a majority of the
	voters in an election favor dissolution, the commissioners court
	shall declare the results and order the district dissolved. A copy
	of the order must be placed in the minutes of the commissioners
	court.
	(b) If the election results do not favor dissolution, the
	commissioners court may not order another election under this
	subchapter before the first anniversary of the date the election
	results were officially announced.
	(c) A copy of the election results must be filed with the
	county clerk and become a public record. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch.
	323, Secs. 23(d) (part), (e).)
	Sec. 1114.305. DETERMINATION OF DEBT. After issuing the
	dissolution order, the commissioners court shall:
	(1) determine the full debt owed by the district; and
	(2) correct the last approved assessment rolls of the
	district by adding any property accidentally omitted before the
	dissolution order was issued. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 323, Sec.
	23(g).)
	CHAPTER 1115. WILSON COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1115.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 1115.002. AUTHORITY FOR OPERATION
	Sec. 1115.003. ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FUNCTION
	Sec. 1115.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 1115.005. DISTRICT SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE NOT
	STATE OBLIGATION
	Sec. 1115.006. RESTRICTION ON STATE FINANCIAL
	ASSISTANCE
	[Sections 1115.007-1115.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1115.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM
	Sec. 1115.052. NOTICE OF ELECTION
	Sec. 1115.053. BALLOT PETITION
	Sec. 1115.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 1115.055. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 1115.056. OFFICERS
	Sec. 1115.057. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES
	Sec. 1115.058. VOTING REQUIREMENT
	Sec. 1115.059. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR; ASSISTANT
	DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1115.060. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT
	ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1115.061. ATTORNEY
	Sec. 1115.062. APPOINTMENT OF STAFF AND EMPLOYEES
	[Sections 1115.063-1115.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1115.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY
	Sec. 1115.102. RESTRICTION ON POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
	TAXATION AND DEBT
	Sec. 1115.103. MANAGEMENT, CONTROL, AND ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1115.104. HOSPITAL SYSTEM
	Sec. 1115.105. RULES
	Sec. 1115.106. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING PROCEDURES
	Sec. 1115.107. DISTRICT PROPERTY, FACILITIES, AND
	EQUIPMENT
	Sec. 1115.108. EMINENT DOMAIN
	Sec. 1115.109. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS
	Sec. 1115.110. CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS
	Sec. 1115.111. OPERATING AND MANAGEMENT CONTRACTS
	Sec. 1115.112. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES
	FOR CARE AND TREATMENT
	Sec. 1115.113. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES
	FOR INVESTIGATORY OR OTHER SERVICES
	Sec. 1115.114. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES
	Sec. 1115.115. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED
	Sec. 1115.116. ELECTION DATE
	[Sections 1115.117-1115.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1115.151. BUDGET
	Sec. 1115.152. PROPOSED BUDGET: NOTICE AND HEARING;
	APPROVAL OF BUDGET
	Sec. 1115.153. AMENDMENTS TO BUDGET
	Sec. 1115.154. RESTRICTION ON EXPENDITURES
	Sec. 1115.155. FISCAL YEAR
	Sec. 1115.156. ANNUAL AUDIT
	Sec. 1115.157. INSPECTION OF ANNUAL AUDIT AND DISTRICT
	RECORDS
	Sec. 1115.158. FINANCIAL REPORT
	Sec. 1115.159. DEPOSITORY
	Sec. 1115.160. SPENDING AND INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS
	[Sections 1115.161-1115.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1115.201. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1115.202. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1115.203. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION
	Sec. 1115.204. MATURITY OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1115.205. EXECUTION OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1115.206. REVENUE BONDS
	Sec. 1115.207. REFUNDING BONDS
	Sec. 1115.208. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION
	[Sections 1115.209-1115.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1115.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX
	Sec. 1115.252. TAX RATE
	Sec. 1115.253. ASSESSMENT AND COLLECTION BY COUNTY TAX
	ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR
	Sec. 1115.254. ASSESSMENT AND COLLECTION BY DISTRICT
	TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR
	CHAPTER 1115. WILSON COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1115.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the board of directors of the
	district.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Wilson County Memorial
	Hospital District. (New.)
	Sec. 1115.002. AUTHORITY FOR OPERATION. The Wilson County
	Memorial Hospital District operates and is administered and
	financed in accordance with Section 9, Article IX, Texas
	Constitution, and has the rights, powers, and duties provided by
	this chapter. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.003. ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FUNCTION. The district
	performs an essential public function in carrying out the purposes
	of this chapter. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 21 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The boundaries of the
	district are coextensive with the boundaries of Wilson County,
	Texas. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.005. DISTRICT SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE NOT STATE
	OBLIGATION. The support and maintenance of the district may not
	become a charge against or obligation of this state. (Acts 65th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 20 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.006. RESTRICTION ON STATE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE.
	The legislature may not make a direct appropriation for the
	construction, maintenance, or improvement of a district facility.
	(Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 20 (part).)
	[Sections 1115.007-1115.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1115.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM. (a) The board
	consists of nine directors elected as follows:
	(1) two directors elected from each county
	commissioners precinct of Wilson County; and
	(2) one director elected from the district at large.
	(b) The candidate from each commissioners precinct
	receiving the highest number of votes from that precinct is elected
	as director from that precinct. The candidate from the district at
	large receiving the highest number of votes from the district at
	large is elected as the director from the district at large.
	(c) Unless four-year terms are established under Section
	285.081, Health and Safety Code:
	(1) directors serve staggered two-year terms;
	(2) each year one director is elected from each
	precinct; and
	(3) in odd-numbered years, a director is elected from
	the district at large.
	(d) A directors' election shall be held on the uniform
	election date in May of each year or another date authorized by law.
	(Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 4(c) (part).)
	Sec. 1115.052. NOTICE OF ELECTION. At least 30 days before
	the date of a directors' election, notice of the election must be
	published one time in a newspaper or newspapers that individually
	or collectively have general circulation in the district. (Acts
	65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 4(c) (part).)
	Sec. 1115.053. BALLOT PETITION. A person who wants to have
	the person's name printed on the ballot as a candidate for director
	must file with the board secretary a petition requesting that
	action. The petition must:
	(1) be signed by at least 15 registered voters in the
	district; and
	(2) be filed by the deadline imposed by Section
	144.005, Election Code. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 4(c)
	(part).)
	Sec. 1115.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. (a) A person may
	not be elected or appointed as a director unless the person is:
	(1) a resident of the district; and
	(2) a qualified voter.
	(b) A person is not eligible for election as a director from
	a commissioners precinct unless the person is a resident of that
	precinct.
	(c) A person is not eligible to serve as a director if the
	person is:
	(1) the district administrator;
	(2) the district attorney; or
	(3) a district employee. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	511, Sec. 4(d).)
	Sec. 1115.055. BOARD VACANCY. (a) If a vacancy occurs in
	the office of director, the remaining directors shall fill the
	vacancy for the unexpired term.
	(b) A person appointed under Subsection (a) to fill a
	vacancy from a precinct must be a resident of the precinct the
	person is to represent. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 4(c)
	(part).)
	Sec. 1115.056. OFFICERS. (a) The board shall elect:
	(1) a president and a vice president from among its
	members; and
	(2) a secretary, who need not be a director.
	(b) Each officer of the board serves a one-year term.
	(c) The board shall fill a vacancy in a board office for the
	unexpired term. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 4(e) (part).)
	Sec. 1115.057. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES. A director or
	officer serves without compensation but may be reimbursed for
	actual expenses incurred in the performance of official duties on
	approval by the board. The expenses must be reported in the
	district's records. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 4(e)
	(part).)
	Sec. 1115.058. VOTING REQUIREMENT. A concurrence of five
	directors is sufficient in any matter relating to district
	business. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 4(e) (part).)
	Sec. 1115.059. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR; ASSISTANT DISTRICT
	ADMINISTRATOR. (a) The board shall appoint a qualified person as
	district administrator.
	(b) The district administrator serves at the will of the
	board and shall receive the compensation determined by the board.
	(c) On assuming the duties of district administrator, the
	administrator shall execute a bond payable to the district in the
	amount set by the board of not less than $5,000 that:
	(1) is conditioned on the administrator performing the
	administrator's required duties; and
	(2) contains any other condition the board requires.
	(d) The board may appoint an assistant district
	administrator. The assistant district administrator serves at the
	will of the board and receives the compensation determined by the
	board. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.060. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR.
	Subject to the limitations prescribed by the board, the district
	administrator shall:
	(1) supervise the work and activities of the district;
	and
	(2) direct the affairs of the district. (Acts 65th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.061. ATTORNEY. (a) The board shall appoint a
	qualified person as the attorney for the district.
	(b) The attorney serves at the will of the board and
	receives the compensation determined by the board. (Acts 65th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.062. APPOINTMENT OF STAFF AND EMPLOYEES. (a) The
	board may appoint to the staff any doctors the board considers
	necessary for the efficient operation of the district and may make
	temporary appointments as warranted.
	(b) The district may employ fiscal agents, accountants,
	architects, and additional attorneys as the board considers proper.
	(c) The board may delegate to the district administrator the
	authority to employ technicians, nurses, and district employees.
	(Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Secs. 5 (part), 16.)
	[Sections 1115.063-1115.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1115.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY. The district has
	full responsibility for operating all hospital facilities for
	providing medical and hospital care for the district's needy
	inhabitants. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 19 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.102. RESTRICTION ON POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
	TAXATION AND DEBT. A political subdivision located wholly or
	partly within the district may not impose a tax or issue bonds or
	other obligations for hospital purposes or to provide medical care
	for district residents. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 19
	(part).)
	Sec. 1115.103. MANAGEMENT, CONTROL, AND ADMINISTRATION.
	The board shall manage, control, and administer the hospital system
	and the district's money and resources. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	511, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.104. HOSPITAL SYSTEM. (a) The district shall
	provide for:
	(1) the establishment of a hospital system by:
	(A) purchasing, constructing, acquiring,
	repairing, and renovating buildings and equipment; and
	(B) equipping the buildings; and
	(2) the administration of the hospital system for
	hospital purposes.
	(b) The hospital system may include any facilities the board
	considers necessary for hospital care. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	511, Secs. 2 (part), 10(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1115.105. RULES. The board may adopt rules governing
	the operation of the hospital, the hospital system, and the
	district's staff and employees. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511,
	Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.106. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING PROCEDURES. The
	board may prescribe:
	(1) the method and manner of making purchases and
	expenditures by and for the district; and
	(2) all accounting and control procedures. (Acts 65th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 10(b) (part).)
	Sec. 1115.107. DISTRICT PROPERTY, FACILITIES, AND
	EQUIPMENT. (a) The board shall determine the type, number, and
	location of buildings required to maintain an adequate hospital
	system.
	(b) The board may lease all or part of the district's
	buildings and facilities on terms considered to be in the best
	interest of the district's inhabitants.
	(c) The district may acquire equipment for use in the
	district's hospital system and mortgage or pledge the property as
	security for the payment of the purchase price.
	(d) The district may sell or otherwise dispose of any
	property, including equipment, on terms the board finds are in the
	best interest of the district's inhabitants. (Acts 65th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 511, Secs. 10(a) (part), (b) (part).)
	Sec. 1115.108. EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) The district may
	exercise the power of eminent domain to acquire a fee simple or
	other interest in any type of property located in district
	territory if the interest is necessary or convenient to a power,
	right, or privilege conferred by this chapter.
	(b) The district must exercise the power of eminent domain
	in the manner provided by Chapter 21, Property Code, except the
	district is not required to deposit in the trial court money or a
	bond as provided by Section 21.021(a), Property Code.
	(c) In a condemnation proceeding brought by the district,
	the district is not required to:
	(1) pay in advance or provide a bond or other security
	for costs in the trial court;
	(2) provide a bond for the issuance of a temporary
	restraining order or a temporary injunction; or
	(3) provide a bond for costs or a supersedeas bond on
	an appeal or petition for review. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511,
	Sec. 14.)
	Sec. 1115.109. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS. The board may accept
	for the district a gift or endowment to be held in trust and
	administered by the board for the purposes and under the
	directions, limitations, or other provisions prescribed in writing
	by the donor that are not inconsistent with the proper management
	and objectives of the district. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511,
	Sec. 18.)
	Sec. 1115.110. CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS. A construction
	contract that involves the expenditure of more than $10,000 may be
	made only after advertising in the manner provided by Chapter 252
	and Subchapter C, Chapter 262, Local Government Code. (Acts 65th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 10(b) (part).)
	Sec. 1115.111. OPERATING AND MANAGEMENT CONTRACTS. The
	board may enter into an operating or management contract relating
	to a district facility. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 10(a)
	(part).)
	Sec. 1115.112. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES FOR
	CARE AND TREATMENT. The board may contract with:
	(1) any county or municipality located outside the
	district for the care and treatment of a sick or injured person of
	that county or municipality; and
	(2) this state or a federal agency for the treatment of
	a sick or injured person. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 5
	(part).)
	Sec. 1115.113. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES FOR
	INVESTIGATORY OR OTHER SERVICES. The board may contract with
	another political subdivision or a governmental agency for the
	district to provide investigatory or other services for the
	medical, hospital, or welfare needs of district inhabitants. (Acts
	65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.114. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES. (a)
	When a patient who resides in the district is admitted to a district
	facility, the district administrator may have an inquiry made into
	the circumstances of:
	(1) the patient; and
	(2) the patient's relatives legally liable for the
	patient's support.
	(b) If the district administrator determines that the
	patient or those relatives cannot pay for all or part of the
	patient's care and treatment in the hospital, the amount that
	cannot be paid becomes a charge against the district.
	(c) If the district administrator determines that the
	patient or those relatives can pay for all or part of the costs of
	the patient's care and treatment, the patient or those relatives
	shall be ordered to pay the district a specified amount each week
	for the patient's care and support. The amount ordered must be
	proportionate to their financial ability.
	(d) The district administrator may collect the amount from
	the patient's estate, or from those relatives legally liable for
	the patient's support, in the manner provided by law for the
	collection of expenses of the last illness of a deceased person.
	(e) If there is a dispute as to the ability to pay, or doubt
	in the mind of the district administrator, the board shall hold a
	hearing and, after calling witnesses, shall:
	(1) resolve the dispute or doubt; and
	(2) issue any appropriate orders.
	(f) A final order of the board may be appealed to the
	district court. The substantial evidence rule applies to the
	appeal. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 17.)
	Sec. 1115.115. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED. The district,
	through the board, may sue and be sued. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	511, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.116. ELECTION DATE. Notwithstanding Section
	41.001(a), Election Code, the board may choose the date for an
	election held under this chapter other than a directors' election
	under Section 1115.051. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 3(e).)
	[Sections 1115.117-1115.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1115.151. BUDGET. (a) The district administrator
	shall prepare an annual budget for approval by the board.
	(b) The proposed budget must contain a complete financial
	statement of:
	(1) the outstanding obligations of the district;
	(2) the cash on hand to the credit of each district
	fund;
	(3) the money received by the district from all
	sources during the previous year;
	(4) the money available to the district from all
	sources during the ensuing year;
	(5) the balances expected at the end of the year in
	which the budget is being prepared;
	(6) the estimated revenue and balances available to
	cover the budget; and
	(7) the estimated tax rate required. (Acts 65th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.152. PROPOSED BUDGET: NOTICE AND HEARING;
	APPROVAL OF BUDGET. (a) The board shall hold a public hearing on
	the proposed annual budget.
	(b) At least 10 days before the date of the hearing, notice
	of the hearing must be published one time.
	(c) Any district resident is entitled to be present and
	participate at the hearing.
	(d) At the conclusion of the hearing, the board shall act on
	the budget as proposed by the district administrator. The board may
	make any changes in the proposed budget that the board judges the
	law warrants and the interests of the taxpayers demand. The budget
	must be approved by the board. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec.
	6 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.153. AMENDMENTS TO BUDGET. The annual budget may
	be amended as required by circumstances. The board must approve all
	amendments. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.154. RESTRICTION ON EXPENDITURES. Money may be
	spent only for an expense included in the budget or an amendment to
	the budget. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.155. FISCAL YEAR. (a) The district operates
	according to a fiscal year established by the board.
	(b) The fiscal year may not be changed:
	(1) during a period that district revenue bonds are
	outstanding; or
	(2) more than once in any 24-month period. (Acts 65th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.156. ANNUAL AUDIT. The board annually shall have
	an audit made of the district's financial condition. (Acts 65th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.157. INSPECTION OF ANNUAL AUDIT AND DISTRICT
	RECORDS. The annual audit and other district records shall be open
	to inspection at the district's principal office. (Acts 65th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.158. FINANCIAL REPORT. As soon as practicable
	after the close of each fiscal year, the district administrator
	shall prepare for the board:
	(1) a complete sworn statement of all district money;
	and
	(2) a complete account of the disbursements of that
	money. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.159. DEPOSITORY. (a) The board shall select one
	or more banks inside or outside the district to serve as a
	depository for district money.
	(b) All district money, other than money invested as
	provided by Section 1115.160(b) and money transmitted to a bank for
	payment of bonds or obligations issued or assumed by the district,
	shall be deposited as received with the depository bank and shall
	remain on deposit.
	(c) This chapter, including Subsection (b), does not limit
	the power of the board to:
	(1) place a part of district money on time deposit; or
	(2) purchase certificates of deposit. (Acts 65th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 11(a).)
	Sec. 1115.160. SPENDING AND INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS. (a)
	Except as provided by Section 1115.107(c) and by Subchapter E, the
	district may not incur an obligation payable from district revenue
	other than the revenue on hand or to be on hand in the current and
	following district fiscal years.
	(b) The board may invest operating, depreciation, or
	building reserves only in funds or securities specified by Chapter
	2256, Government Code. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Secs. 5
	(part), 10(b) (part).)
	[Sections 1115.161-1115.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1115.201. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. The board may
	issue and sell general obligation bonds in the name and on the faith
	and credit of the district for any purpose relating to:
	(1) the purchase, construction, acquisition, repair,
	or renovation of buildings and improvements; and
	(2) equipping buildings and improvements for hospital
	purposes. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 7(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1115.202. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. (a) At
	the time general obligation bonds are issued by the district, the
	board shall impose an ad valorem tax at a rate sufficient to create
	an interest and sinking fund to pay the principal of and interest on
	the bonds as the bonds mature.
	(b) The tax required by this section together with any other
	ad valorem tax the district imposes may not in any year exceed 75
	cents on each $100 valuation of all taxable property in the district
	subject to hospital district taxation. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	511, Sec. 7(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1115.203. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION. (a) The
	district may issue general obligation bonds only if the bonds are
	authorized by a majority of the district voters.
	(b) The order calling the bond election must provide for
	clerks as in county elections and must specify:
	(1) the date of the election;
	(2) the location of the polling places;
	(3) the presiding and alternate election judges for
	each polling place;
	(4) the amount of the bonds to be authorized; and
	(5) the maximum maturity of the bonds.
	(c) Notice of a bond election shall be given as provided by
	Section 1251.003, Government Code. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511,
	Sec. 7(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1115.204. MATURITY OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.
	District general obligation bonds must mature not later than 40
	years after their date of issuance. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511,
	Sec. 7(c) (part).)
	Sec. 1115.205. EXECUTION OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. The
	board president shall execute the general obligation bonds in the
	district's name and the board secretary shall countersign the bonds
	in the manner provided by Chapter 618, Government Code. (Acts 65th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 7(c) (part).)
	Sec. 1115.206. REVENUE BONDS. (a) The board may issue
	revenue bonds to:
	(1) purchase, construct, acquire, repair, renovate,
	or equip buildings and improvements for hospital purposes; or
	(2) acquire sites to be used for hospital purposes.
	(b) The bonds must be payable from and secured by a pledge of
	all or part of district revenue derived from the operation of the
	district's hospitals.
	(c) The bonds may be additionally secured by a mortgage or
	deed of trust lien on all or part of district property.
	(d) The bonds must be issued in the manner and in accordance
	with the procedures and requirements prescribed by Sections
	264.042, 264.043, 264.046, 264.047, 264.048, and 264.049, Health
	and Safety Code, for issuance of revenue bonds by a county hospital
	authority. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.207. REFUNDING BONDS. (a) The board may, without
	an election, issue refunding bonds to refund outstanding
	indebtedness issued or assumed by the district.
	(b) A refunding bond may be:
	(1) sold, with the proceeds of the refunding bond
	applied to the payment of the outstanding indebtedness; or
	(2) exchanged wholly or partly for not less than a
	similar principal amount of outstanding indebtedness. (Acts 65th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Secs. 7(a) (part), (b) (part), 9 (part).)
	Sec. 1115.208. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. The following
	are exempt from taxation by this state or a political subdivision of
	this state:
	(1) any bonds issued by the district;
	(2) the transfer and issuance of the bonds; and
	(3) any profits made in the sale of the bonds. (Acts
	65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Sec. 21 (part).)
	[Sections 1115.209-1115.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1115.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX. (a) The board
	shall impose a tax on all property in the district subject to
	district taxation.
	(b) The board shall impose the tax to pay:
	(1) indebtedness assumed or issued by the district;
	and
	(2) district maintenance and operating expenses.
	(c) The board may not impose a tax to pay the principal of or
	interest on revenue bonds issued under Section 1115.206. (Acts
	65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Secs. 12(a) (part), 15(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1115.252. TAX RATE. (a) The board may impose the tax
	at a rate not to exceed 75 cents on each $100 valuation of taxable
	property in the district subject to district taxation.
	(b) In setting the tax rate, the board shall consider the
	income of the district from sources other than taxation. (Acts 65th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Secs. 3(b) (part), 12(a) (part), (b) (part).)
	Sec. 1115.253. ASSESSMENT AND COLLECTION BY COUNTY TAX
	ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. Unless the board elects to have taxes assessed
	and collected by its own tax assessor-collector under Section
	1115.254, the tax assessor-collector of Wilson County shall assess
	and collect taxes imposed by and for the district. (Acts 65th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 511, Secs. 15(a) (part), (b) (part).)
	Sec. 1115.254. ASSESSMENT AND COLLECTION BY DISTRICT TAX
	ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. (a) The board by majority vote may elect to
	have district taxes assessed and collected by a tax
	assessor-collector appointed by the board. An election under this
	subsection must be made before December 1 and governs the manner in
	which taxes are assessed and collected, until changed by a similar
	resolution.
	(b) The district tax assessor-collector must reside in the
	district.
	(c) The board shall set the term of employment and
	compensation for the district tax assessor-collector. (Acts 65th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 511, Secs. 15(a) (part), (c) (part).)
	CHAPTER 1116. WOOD COUNTY CENTRAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	OF WOOD COUNTY, TEXAS
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1116.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 1116.002. AUTHORITY FOR CREATION
	Sec. 1116.003. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 1116.004. DISTRICT SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE NOT
	STATE OBLIGATION
	Sec. 1116.005. RESTRICTION ON STATE FINANCIAL
	ASSISTANCE
	[Sections 1116.006-1116.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1116.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM
	Sec. 1116.052. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 1116.053. BOND; RECORD OF BOND AND OATH OF OFFICE
	Sec. 1116.054. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 1116.055. OFFICERS
	Sec. 1116.056. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES
	Sec. 1116.057. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1116.058. EMPLOYEES
	Sec. 1116.059. MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS; PUBLIC
	INSPECTION
	[Sections 1116.060-1116.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1116.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY
	Sec. 1116.102. RESTRICTION ON POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
	TAXATION AND DEBT
	Sec. 1116.103. MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 1116.104. HOSPITAL SYSTEM
	Sec. 1116.105. RULES
	Sec. 1116.106. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING
	Sec. 1116.107. EMINENT DOMAIN
	Sec. 1116.108. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS
	Sec. 1116.109. CONTRACTS WITH POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS
	FOR HOSPITAL CARE
	Sec. 1116.110. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES
	[Sections 1116.111-1116.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1116.151. BUDGET
	Sec. 1116.152. PROPOSED BUDGET: NOTICE AND HEARING
	Sec. 1116.153. FISCAL YEAR
	Sec. 1116.154. ANNUAL AUDIT
	Sec. 1116.155. DEPOSITORY
	[Sections 1116.156-1116.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1116.201. BONDS
	Sec. 1116.202. TAX TO PAY BONDS
	Sec. 1116.203. BOND ELECTION
	Sec. 1116.204. MATURITY OF BONDS
	Sec. 1116.205. EXECUTION OF BONDS
	[Sections 1116.206-1116.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1116.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX
	Sec. 1116.252. TAX RATE
	Sec. 1116.253. ELECTION TO INCREASE MAXIMUM TAX RATE;
	ORDER; NOTICE; BALLOT
	Sec. 1116.254. TAX ASSESSOR AND COLLECTOR
	[Sections 1116.255-1116.300 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER G. EXPANSION OF DISTRICT TERRITORY TO INCLUDE MINEOLA
	INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
	Sec. 1116.301. PETITION TO EXPAND DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 1116.302. NOTICE OF HEARING
	Sec. 1116.303. ORDER OF ANNEXATION
	Sec. 1116.304. RATIFICATION ELECTION
	Sec. 1116.305. ASSUMPTION OF DEBT AND TAXES
	Sec. 1116.306. BALLOT
	Sec. 1116.307. COMPOSITION AND ELECTION OF BOARD
	FOLLOWING ANNEXATION; TERMS
	[Sections 1116.308-1116.350 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER H. EXPANSION OF DISTRICT TERRITORY TO INCLUDE
	ALBA-GOLDEN, YANTIS, AND HAWKINS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICTS
	Sec. 1116.351. ELECTION ON EXPANSION OF DISTRICT;
	ORDER; NOTICE
	Sec. 1116.352. BALLOT
	Sec. 1116.353. COMPOSITION OF BOARD AFTER ANNEXATION
	OF ONE SCHOOL DISTRICT; TERMS; VOTING
	REQUIREMENT
	Sec. 1116.354. COMPOSITION OF BOARD AFTER ANNEXATION
	OF MORE THAN ONE SCHOOL DISTRICT;
	TERMS; VOTING REQUIREMENT
	CHAPTER 1116. WOOD COUNTY CENTRAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	OF WOOD COUNTY, TEXAS
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1116.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the board of directors of the
	district.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Wood County Central Hospital
	District of Wood County, Texas. (New.)
	Sec. 1116.002. AUTHORITY FOR CREATION. The Wood County
	Central Hospital District of Wood County, Texas, is created under
	the authority of Section 9, Article IX, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 1.)
	Sec. 1116.003. DISTRICT TERRITORY. Unless the district's
	boundaries are expanded under Subchapter G or H or other law, the
	district is composed of the territory in the boundaries of the
	Quitman Independent School District located in Wood County as those
	boundaries existed on May 25, 1967. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293,
	Sec. 2.)
	Sec. 1116.004. DISTRICT SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE NOT STATE
	OBLIGATION. The support and maintenance of the district's hospital
	system and any indebtedness incurred by the district under this
	chapter may not become a charge against or obligation of this state.
	(Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 18 (part).)
	Sec. 1116.005. RESTRICTION ON STATE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE.
	The legislature may not make a direct appropriation for the
	construction, maintenance, or improvement of a district facility.
	(Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 18 (part).)
	[Sections 1116.006-1116.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1116.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM. (a) The board
	consists of six directors elected from the district at large unless
	the boundaries of the district are expanded under Subchapter G or H.
	(b) Directors serve staggered two-year terms unless:
	(1) the alternate terms provided by Section 1116.307,
	1116.353, or 1116.354 apply; or
	(2) four-year terms are established under Section
	285.081, Health and Safety Code. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293,
	Secs. 5(a) (part), (d), (e), (g).)
	Sec. 1116.052. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. To qualify for
	election to the board, a person must:
	(1) be at least 18 years of age;
	(2) have been a resident of the district for at least
	two years; and
	(3) be a qualified voter of the district. (Acts 60th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 5(b).)
	Sec. 1116.053. BOND; RECORD OF BOND AND OATH OF OFFICE. (a)
	Each director shall qualify for office by executing a good and
	sufficient commercial bond for $1,000 that is:
	(1) payable to the district; and
	(2) conditioned on the faithful performance of the
	director's duties.
	(b) The district shall pay for a director's bond.
	(c) Each director's bond and constitutional oath of office
	shall be deposited with the district's depository for safekeeping.
	(Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 6(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1116.054. BOARD VACANCY. If a vacancy occurs on the
	board, the board shall appoint a director for the unexpired term.
	(Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 5(h).)
	Sec. 1116.055. OFFICERS. The board shall elect from among
	its members a president, a secretary, and a treasurer at the first
	meeting after each directors' election. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	293, Sec. 6(b).)
	Sec. 1116.056. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES. A director is not
	entitled to compensation but is entitled to reimbursement for any
	necessary expense incurred in the performance of official duties.
	(Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 6(c).)
	Sec. 1116.057. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR. (a) The board may
	employ a district administrator to manage the operations of the
	hospital system.
	(b) The district administrator may employ necessary
	personnel to perform the services provided by the hospital system.
	(Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 11(e) (part).)
	Sec. 1116.058. EMPLOYEES. The board may employ an
	attorney, a general manager, a bookkeeper, an architect, and other
	employees necessary for the efficient operation of the district.
	(Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 11(e) (part).)
	Sec. 1116.059. MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS; PUBLIC INSPECTION.
	Except as provided by Section 1116.053, the board shall:
	(1) maintain all district records, including books,
	accounts, notices, minutes, and other matters of the district and
	the district's operation, at the district office; and
	(2) make those records available for public inspection
	at reasonable times. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 11(b).)
	[Sections 1116.060-1116.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1116.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY. The district shall
	provide all necessary medical and hospital care for the district's
	needy inhabitants. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 3 (part).)
	Sec. 1116.102. RESTRICTION ON POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
	TAXATION AND DEBT. A political subdivision of this state, other
	than the district, may not impose a tax or issue bonds or other
	obligations to provide hospital service or medical care in the
	district. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 3 (part).)
	Sec. 1116.103. MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL OF DISTRICT. The
	board has full power to manage and control the district. (Acts 60th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Secs. 5(a) (part), 11(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1116.104. HOSPITAL SYSTEM. The district has the
	responsibility to establish a hospital or hospital system within
	its boundaries to provide hospital and medical care to the
	district's residents. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 3
	(part).)
	Sec. 1116.105. RULES. (a) The board shall adopt rules for
	the efficient operation of the district and district facilities.
	(b) The board shall:
	(1) publish the rules in book form; and
	(2) provide copies to interested persons on request at
	district expense. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 11(c).)
	Sec. 1116.106. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING. The board may
	prescribe the method of making purchases and expenditures and the
	manner of accounting and control used by the district. (Acts 60th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 11(e) (part).)
	Sec. 1116.107. EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) The district may
	exercise the power of eminent domain to acquire a fee simple or
	other interest in real, personal, or mixed property located in
	district territory if the interest is necessary or convenient to
	exercise a power or duty conferred on the district by this chapter.
	(b) The district must exercise the power of eminent domain
	in the manner provided by Chapter 21, Property Code, except that the
	district is not required to deposit in the trial court money or a
	bond as otherwise required by Section 21.021(a), Property Code.
	(c) In a condemnation proceeding, the district is not
	required to:
	(1) pay in advance or provide a bond or other security
	for costs in the trial court; or
	(2) provide a bond for costs or a supersedeas bond on
	an appeal or petition for review. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293,
	Sec. 14.)
	Sec. 1116.108. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS. The board may accept
	for the district a gift or endowment to be held in trust and
	administered by the board under the directions, limitations, or
	other provisions prescribed in writing by the donor that are not
	inconsistent with the proper management of the district. (Acts
	60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 11(f).)
	Sec. 1116.109. CONTRACTS WITH POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS FOR
	HOSPITAL CARE. The board may contract with a political subdivision
	to provide hospital and medical care for needy persons who reside
	outside the district. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 11(g).)
	Sec. 1116.110. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES. (a) A
	person who resides in the district is entitled to receive necessary
	medical and hospital care regardless of whether the person has the
	ability to pay for the care. The person may apply to receive this
	care without cost.
	(b) The board or the district administrator shall employ a
	person to investigate the ability of the patient and any relative
	liable for the patient's support to pay for the medical and hospital
	care received by the patient.
	(c) If the investigator finds that neither the patient nor
	those relatives can pay all or part of the patient's care, the
	expense of this care becomes a charge against the district.
	(d) If the patient or those relatives can pay for all or part
	of the costs of the patient's care, the board shall order the
	patient or relative to pay to the district treasurer each week an
	amount specified in the order. The amount must be proportionate to
	the person's ability to pay.
	(e) The district may collect the amount from the patient's
	estate, or from any relative liable for the patient's support, in
	the manner provided by law for the collection of expenses of the
	last illness of a deceased person.
	(f) If there is a dispute as to the ability to pay, or doubt
	in the mind of the investigator, the board shall hold a hearing and,
	after calling witnesses, shall:
	(1) determine the question; and
	(2) make the proper order based on the board's
	findings.
	(g) A party to the hearing who is not satisfied with the
	result of the order may appeal to the district court. The appeal is
	de novo, as that term is used in an appeal from a justice court to a
	county court. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 13.)
	[Sections 1116.111-1116.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1116.151. BUDGET. The board shall prepare a budget
	that includes:
	(1) proposed expenditures and disbursements;
	(2) estimated receipts and collections for the next
	fiscal year; and
	(3) the amount of taxes required to be imposed during
	the next fiscal year to meet the proposed budget. (Acts 60th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 12(b).)
	Sec. 1116.152. PROPOSED BUDGET: NOTICE AND HEARING. (a)
	The board shall hold a public hearing on the proposed budget.
	(b) Notice of the hearing must be published at least once in
	a newspaper of general circulation in the district not later than
	the 10th day before the date of the hearing.
	(c) Any qualified property tax paying voter is entitled to:
	(1) appear at the hearing; and
	(2) be heard regarding any item in the proposed
	budget. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Secs. 12(c), (d).)
	Sec. 1116.153. FISCAL YEAR. The district's fiscal year is
	from October 1 to September 30. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293,
	Sec. 12(a).)
	Sec. 1116.154. ANNUAL AUDIT. (a) The board annually shall
	require an independent audit of the district's books and records.
	(b) Not later than December 1 of each year, the board shall
	file a copy of the audit with:
	(1) the comptroller; and
	(2) the district. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec.
	11(d).)
	Sec. 1116.155. DEPOSITORY. (a) The board by resolution
	shall designate a bank in Wood County as the district's depository.
	A designated bank serves for two years and until a successor is
	designated.
	(b) All district money shall be deposited in the depository
	and secured in the manner provided for securing county funds. (Acts
	60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 15.)
	[Sections 1116.156-1116.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 1116.201. BONDS. (a) The district may issue bonds
	to:
	(1) purchase, construct, acquire, repair, or renovate
	buildings and improvements; and
	(2) equip buildings for hospital purposes.
	(b) The total face value of the bonds may not exceed the
	amount specified in the election order. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	293, Secs. 9(a) (part), 10(a).)
	Sec. 1116.202. TAX TO PAY BONDS. The board may issue bonds
	under Section 1116.201 only if the board imposes an ad valorem tax
	at a rate sufficient to create an interest and sinking fund to pay
	the principal of and interest on the bonds as the bonds mature.
	(Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 10(c).)
	Sec. 1116.203. BOND ELECTION. (a) The board may issue
	bonds under Section 1116.201 only if the bonds are authorized by a
	majority of the district voters voting in an election held for that
	purpose.
	(b) The board may order a bond election at any time.
	(c) The order calling an election must include:
	(1) the time of the election;
	(2) the location of the polling places;
	(3) the form of the ballots;
	(4) the presiding judge for each polling place;
	(5) the purpose of the bond issuance;
	(6) the amount of the bonds to be issued;
	(7) the maximum interest rate of the bonds; and
	(8) the maximum maturity date of the bonds.
	(d) A substantial copy of the election order shall be
	published in a newspaper of general circulation in the district
	once a week for two consecutive weeks before the date of the
	election. The first notice must be published at least 14 days
	before the date of the election.
	(e) A copy of the election results must be filed with the
	county clerk and become a public record. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	293, Secs. 4(b), (c), (d) (part), 9(a) (part), (b), (d).)
	Sec. 1116.204. MATURITY OF BONDS. District bonds must
	mature not later than 40 years after the date of issuance. (Acts
	60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 9(c) (part).)
	Sec. 1116.205. EXECUTION OF BONDS. The board president
	shall execute the district's bonds in the district's name, and the
	board secretary shall countersign the bonds. (Acts 60th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 10(b) (part).)
	[Sections 1116.206-1116.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. TAXES
	Sec. 1116.251. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX. (a) The board
	shall impose a tax on all property in the district subject to
	district taxation.
	(b) The tax may be used only to:
	(1) pay the interest on and create a sinking fund for
	bonds issued under this chapter;
	(2) provide for the operation and maintenance of the
	district and the hospital system;
	(3) make improvements and additions to the hospital
	system; and
	(4) acquire sites for additions to the hospital
	system. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Secs. 8(a) (part), (c).)
	Sec. 1116.252. TAX RATE. Unless the tax rate is increased
	as provided by Section 1116.253, the board may impose the tax at a
	rate not to exceed 35 cents on each $100 valuation of all property
	in the district subject to taxation. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	293, Sec. 8(a) (part).)
	Sec. 1116.253. ELECTION TO INCREASE MAXIMUM TAX RATE;
	ORDER; NOTICE; BALLOT. (a) The board may order an election to
	increase the district's maximum tax rate to a rate not to exceed 75
	cents on each $100 valuation of all property in the district subject
	to district taxation.
	(b) The maximum tax rate may not be increased unless the
	increase is approved by a majority of the district voters voting in
	an election held for that purpose.
	(c) The board shall give notice of the election in the
	manner provided for a bond election under Section 1116.203.
	(d) The election order must provide for clerks as in county
	elections and must state:
	(1) the date of the election;
	(2) the location of the polling places;
	(3) the form of the ballot; and
	(4) the presiding judge and alternate judge for each
	polling place.
	(e) The ballot for an election shall be printed to permit
	voting for or against the proposition: "The imposition of a tax not
	to exceed 75 cents on the $100 valuation on all property in the
	district subject to hospital district taxation."
	(f) The board shall declare the results of the election.
	(g) An election to increase the maximum tax rate may not be
	held under this section before the first anniversary of the date of
	any preceding election on the same proposition.
	(h) Section 41.001(a), Election Code, does not apply to an
	election ordered under this section. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	293, Sec. 7A (part).)
	Sec. 1116.254. TAX ASSESSOR AND COLLECTOR. The Wood County
	tax assessor-collector shall collect taxes for the district. (Acts
	60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 8(d) (part).)
	[Sections 1116.255-1116.300 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER G. EXPANSION OF DISTRICT TERRITORY TO INCLUDE MINEOLA
	INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
	Sec. 1116.301. PETITION TO EXPAND DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a)
	Registered voters of a defined territory composed of all territory
	within the boundaries of the Mineola Independent School District
	may file a petition with the board secretary requesting inclusion
	of the territory in the district.
	(b) The petition must be signed by the lesser of 50
	registered voters of the territory or a majority of those voters.
	(Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 7C(a).)
	Sec. 1116.302. NOTICE OF HEARING. (a) The board shall set
	a time and place to hold a hearing on the petition.
	(b) The hearing shall be held not earlier than the 31st day
	after the date the board issues the order. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 293, Sec. 7C(b).)
	Sec. 1116.303. ORDER OF ANNEXATION. If, after the hearing,
	the board determines that annexation of the territory into the
	district would be feasible and would benefit the district, the
	board may approve the annexation by a resolution entered in its
	minutes. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 7C(c).)
	Sec. 1116.304. RATIFICATION ELECTION. (a) Annexation of
	territory is final when approved by a majority of the voters at:
	(1) an election held in the district; and
	(2) a separate election held on the same date in the
	territory to be annexed.
	(b) Section 41.001(a), Election Code, does not apply to an
	election held under this section. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293,
	Secs. 7C(d) (part), (f) (part).)
	Sec. 1116.305. ASSUMPTION OF DEBT AND TAXES. If the
	district has outstanding debts or taxes, the voters in the
	elections to approve annexation must determine whether the annexed
	territory will assume its portion of the debts or taxes on
	annexation. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 7C(d) (part).)
	Sec. 1116.306. BALLOT. The ballot for the elections shall
	be printed to permit voting for or against the following, as
	applicable:
	(1) "Adding the territory within the boundaries of the
	Mineola Independent School District to the Wood County Central
	Hospital District of Wood County."
	(2) "The territory within the boundaries of the
	Mineola Independent School District assuming its proportionate
	share of the outstanding debts and taxes of the Wood County Central
	Hospital District of Wood County, if it is added to the district."
	(Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 7C(e).)
	Sec. 1116.307. COMPOSITION AND ELECTION OF BOARD FOLLOWING
	ANNEXATION; TERMS. (a) If annexation is approved, the board shall
	appoint a resident of the Mineola Independent School District to
	serve as a temporary director until the date of the next regular
	election of directors.
	(b) Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter,
	beginning on the date the temporary director is appointed as
	required by Subsection (a) and ending on the date a majority of the
	directors elected in the next regular election have qualified for
	office:
	(1) the board is composed of seven directors; and
	(2) a concurrence of four directors is sufficient in
	any matter relating to district business.
	(c) Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, on
	the date of the next regular election following the approval of
	annexation:
	(1) five directors shall be elected from the area of
	the district that is composed of the jurisdiction of the Quitman
	Independent School District as those boundaries existed on May 25,
	1967;
	(2) five directors shall be elected from the area of
	the district that is composed of the jurisdiction of the Mineola
	Independent School District as those boundaries existed on the date
	annexation was approved; and
	(3) three directors shall be elected from the district
	at large.
	(d) Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, on
	the date a majority of the directors elected to the board under
	Subsection (c) have qualified for office:
	(1) the term of office of any director elected or
	appointed to the board before that election expires; and
	(2) the directors elected to the board under
	Subsection (c) shall draw lots to determine:
	(A) which director elected from the area of the
	district that is composed of the jurisdiction of the Quitman
	Independent School District, as those boundaries existed on May 25,
	1967, serves a one-year term, which two directors elected from that
	area serve two-year terms, and which two directors elected from
	that area serve three-year terms;
	(B) which director elected from the area of the
	district that is composed of the jurisdiction of the Mineola
	Independent School District, as those boundaries existed on the
	date annexation was approved, serves a one-year term, which two
	directors elected from that area serve two-year terms, and which
	two directors elected from that area serve three-year terms; and
	(C) which director elected from the district at
	large serves a one-year term, which director elected from the
	district at large serves a two-year term, and which director
	elected from the district at large serves a three-year term.
	(e) Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter,
	beginning on the date a majority of the directors elected under
	Subsection (c) qualify for office:
	(1) the board is composed of 13 directors; and
	(2) a concurrence of seven directors is sufficient in
	any matter relating to district business.
	(f) Successor directors shall be elected as provided by
	Subsections (c) and (d) so that:
	(1) five directors are elected from the area of the
	district that is composed of the jurisdiction of the Quitman
	Independent School District as those boundaries existed on May 25,
	1967;
	(2) five directors are elected from the area of the
	district that is composed of the jurisdiction of the Mineola
	Independent School District as those boundaries existed on the date
	annexation was approved; and
	(3) three directors are elected from the district at
	large.
	(g) Following each decennial federal census, the board
	shall evaluate the electoral areas described by Subsection (f) to
	ensure that the areas comply with the requirements of federal
	election laws and shall adjust the jurisdiction of the areas in
	accordance with federal requirements. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	293, Secs. 7C(g), (h) (part), (i), (j), (k) (part), (l), (m).)
	[Sections 1116.308-1116.350 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER H. EXPANSION OF DISTRICT TERRITORY TO INCLUDE
	ALBA-GOLDEN, YANTIS, AND HAWKINS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICTS
	Sec. 1116.351. ELECTION ON EXPANSION OF DISTRICT; ORDER;
	NOTICE. (a) The board may order one or more elections in the area
	of one or more of the following independent school districts, as
	they were constituted on May 15, 1979, on the question of whether
	that area shall be included in the district:
	(1) Alba-Golden;
	(2) Yantis; and
	(3) Hawkins.
	(b) The area of a school district in which an election is
	held is included in the district if a majority of registered voters
	in that school district voting at the election approve annexation.
	(c) The board shall give notice of the election in the
	district and in the area of each school district sought to be
	included in the district in the manner provided for a bond election
	under Section 1116.203.
	(d) The election order must provide for clerks as in county
	elections and must state:
	(1) the date of the election;
	(2) the location of the polling places;
	(3) the form of the ballot; and
	(4) the presiding judge and alternate judge for each
	polling place.
	(e) The board shall declare the results of the election.
	(f) An election to expand district territory to include the
	area of a school district may not be held under this section before
	the first anniversary of the date of an election on the same
	proposition.
	(g) Section 41.001(a), Election Code, does not apply to an
	election ordered under this section. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	293, Secs. 7B(a), (b) (part), (c) (part).)
	Sec. 1116.352. BALLOT. The ballot for an election shall be
	printed to permit voting for or against the proposition: "The
	inclusion of the area of the (name of district) Independent School
	District in the Wood County Central Hospital District; providing
	for the imposition of annual taxes for hospital purposes and to pay
	that area's share of the hospital district's debt at a rate not to
	exceed (maximum tax rate in the district) cents on the $100
	valuation of all taxable property within the district." (Acts 60th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec. 7B(b) (part).)
	Sec. 1116.353. COMPOSITION OF BOARD AFTER ANNEXATION OF ONE
	SCHOOL DISTRICT; TERMS; VOTING REQUIREMENT. (a) If a majority of
	the voters in the area of only one of the school districts approve
	annexation, the board shall appoint a resident of that area to serve
	as a director until the next regular election of directors.
	(b) Successors to a director appointed under Subsection (a)
	are elected from the district at large and serve two-year terms.
	(c) During any time the board is composed of seven
	directors, a concurrence of four is sufficient in any matter
	relating to district business. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec.
	7B(d) (part).)
	Sec. 1116.354. COMPOSITION OF BOARD AFTER ANNEXATION OF
	MORE THAN ONE SCHOOL DISTRICT; TERMS; VOTING REQUIREMENT. (a) If a
	majority of the voters in the area of more than one school district
	approve annexation, the board may appoint two directors who are
	residents of the annexed area to serve in addition to the six
	sitting directors, for a total of eight directors.
	(b) If the board appoints two directors under Subsection
	(a), the board shall appoint:
	(1) one director to serve until the next regular
	election of directors following appointment; and
	(2) one director to serve until the election of
	directors following the next regular election of directors.
	(c) During any time the board is composed of eight
	directors, a concurrence of five is sufficient in any matter
	relating to district business. (Acts 60th Leg., R.S., Ch. 293, Sec.
	7B(e) (part).)
	CHAPTER 1117. YOAKUM HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1117.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 1117.002. AUTHORITY FOR OPERATION
	Sec. 1117.003. ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FUNCTION
	Sec. 1117.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 1117.005. CORRECTION OF INVALID PROCEDURES
	Sec. 1117.006. DISTRICT SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE NOT
	STATE OBLIGATION
	Sec. 1117.007. RESTRICTION ON STATE FINANCIAL
	ASSISTANCE
	[Sections 1117.008-1117.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1117.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM
	Sec. 1117.052. NOTICE OF ELECTION
	Sec. 1117.053. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 1117.054. BOND; RECORD OF BOND AND OATH
	Sec. 1117.055. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 1117.056. OFFICERS
	Sec. 1117.057. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES
	Sec. 1117.058. VOTING REQUIREMENT
	Sec. 1117.059. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1117.060. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT
	ADMINISTRATOR
	Sec. 1117.061. EMPLOYEES
	Sec. 1117.062. MEDICAL DIRECTOR
	Sec. 1117.063. RETIREMENT PROGRAM; INSURANCE OR
	MEDICAL PROTECTION PROGRAM
	[Sections 1117.064-1117.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1117.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY
	Sec. 1117.102. RESTRICTION ON COUNTY OR MUNICIPAL
	TAXATION
	Sec. 1117.103. MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL
	Sec. 1117.104. HOSPITAL SYSTEM
	Sec. 1117.105. RULES
	Sec. 1117.106. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING
	Sec. 1117.107. EMINENT DOMAIN
	Sec. 1117.108. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS
	Sec. 1117.109. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES
	FOR CARE AND TREATMENT
	Sec. 1117.110. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES
	Sec. 1117.111. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED
	[Sections 1117.112-1117.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. CHANGE IN BOUNDARIES
	Sec. 1117.151. ANNEXATION; TERRITORY SUBJECT TO
	ANNEXATION
	Sec. 1117.152. ELECTION
	Sec. 1117.153. ELECTION RESULT; EFFECT
	[Sections 1117.154-1117.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1117.201. BUDGET
	Sec. 1117.202. NOTICE; HEARING
	Sec. 1117.203. FISCAL YEAR
	Sec. 1117.204. ANNUAL AUDIT
	Sec. 1117.205. FINANCIAL REPORT
	Sec. 1117.206. INSPECTION OF DISTRICT RECORDS AND
	REPORTS
	Sec. 1117.207. DEPOSITORY OR TREASURER
	[Sections 1117.208-1117.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. BONDS
	Sec. 1117.251. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1117.252. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1117.253. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION
	Sec. 1117.254. EXECUTION OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS
	Sec. 1117.255. REFUNDING BONDS
	Sec. 1117.256. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION
	[Sections 1117.257-1117.300 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER G. TAXES
	Sec. 1117.301. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX
	Sec. 1117.302. TAX RATE
	Sec. 1117.303. TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR
	CHAPTER 1117. YOAKUM HOSPITAL DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1117.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the board of directors of the
	district.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Yoakum Hospital District.
	(New.)
	Sec. 1117.002. AUTHORITY FOR OPERATION. The Yoakum
	Hospital District operates in accordance with Section 9, Article
	IX, Texas Constitution, and has the powers and responsibilities
	provided by that section and this chapter. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 317, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.003. ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FUNCTION. The district
	performs an essential public function in carrying out the purposes
	of this chapter. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 8 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. Unless modified under
	Subchapter D, the district is composed of the territory described
	by Section 1, Chapter 317, Acts of the 59th Legislature, Regular
	Session, 1965. (New.)
	Sec. 1117.005. CORRECTION OF INVALID PROCEDURES. If a
	court holds that any procedure under this chapter violates the
	constitution of this state or of the United States, the district by
	resolution may provide an alternative procedure that conforms with
	the constitution. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 20 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.006. DISTRICT SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE NOT STATE
	OBLIGATION. The support and maintenance of the district may not
	become a charge against or obligation of this state. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 16 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.007. RESTRICTION ON STATE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE.
	The legislature may not make a direct appropriation for the
	construction, maintenance, or improvement of a district facility.
	(Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 16 (part).)
	[Sections 1117.008-1117.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 1117.051. BOARD ELECTION; TERM. (a) The district is
	governed by a board of seven elected directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered three-year terms, with the
	terms of two or three directors expiring each year, as appropriate.
	(Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.052. NOTICE OF ELECTION. (a) At least 10 days
	before the date of a directors' election, notice of the election
	must be published one time in a newspaper of general circulation in
	the district.
	(b) The notice and order must specify the last day for
	filing. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.053. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. A person may not
	be elected or appointed as a director unless the person:
	(1) is a resident of the district;
	(2) owns property in the district subject to taxation;
	and
	(3) is at least 18 years of age at the time of election
	or appointment. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.054. BOND; RECORD OF BOND AND OATH. (a) Each
	director shall execute a good and sufficient bond for $1,000 that
	is:
	(1) payable to the district; and
	(2) conditioned on the faithful performance of the
	director's duties.
	(b) Each director's bond and constitutional oath of office
	shall be deposited with the district's depository bank for
	safekeeping. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.055. BOARD VACANCY. If a vacancy occurs in the
	office of director, the remaining directors shall appoint a
	director for the unexpired term. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317,
	Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.056. OFFICERS. The board shall annually elect
	from among its members a president, a vice president, and a
	secretary. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.057. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES. A director serves
	without compensation but may be reimbursed for actual expenses
	incurred in the performance of official duties on approval of the
	expenses by the entire board. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec.
	5 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.058. VOTING REQUIREMENT. A concurrence of four
	directors is sufficient in any matter relating to district
	business. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 4 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.059. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR. (a) The board may
	appoint a qualified person as district administrator.
	(b) The district administrator serves at the will of the
	board and receives the compensation determined by the board.
	(c) The tenure of the district administrator's contract may
	not exceed two years.
	(d) On assuming the duties of district administrator, the
	administrator shall execute a bond payable to the district in an
	amount set by the board of not less than $10,000 that:
	(1) is conditioned on the administrator performing the
	administrator's duties; and
	(2) contains other conditions the board may require.
	(Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.060. GENERAL DUTIES OF DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR.
	(a) Subject to the direct control and responsibility of the board
	and any limitations prescribed by the board, the district
	administrator shall:
	(1) supervise the work and activities of the district;
	and
	(2) direct the affairs of the district.
	(b) The board must confirm the appointment of a person
	employed by the district administrator. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	317, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.061. EMPLOYEES. (a) The board may employ
	employees, including doctors, technicians, nurses, bookkeepers,
	financial advisors, architects, lawyers, and clerks, as considered
	necessary or convenient for the efficient operation of the district
	or a district hospital or hospital system, or to discharge the
	district's duties, obligations, and responsibility in the
	provision of medical and hospital care.
	(b) An employee serves at the will of the board and receives
	the compensation determined by the board. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 317, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.062. MEDICAL DIRECTOR. (a) The board shall
	appoint a medical director.
	(b) To be qualified for appointment as the medical director,
	a person must:
	(1) be a doctor of medicine; and
	(2) actively practice medicine in the district.
	(c) The medical director is in charge of all matters of a
	medical nature in the district, subject to any rules adopted by the
	board.
	(d) The medical director is entitled to:
	(1) attend all meetings of the board; and
	(2) take part in all board discussions.
	(e) The medical director may not vote at a meeting of the
	board. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.063. RETIREMENT PROGRAM; INSURANCE OR MEDICAL
	PROTECTION PROGRAM. The board may enter into any contract as
	required to establish or continue a retirement program or insurance
	or medical protection program for the benefit of the district's
	employees. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 5 (part).)
	[Sections 1117.064-1117.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 1117.101. DISTRICT RESPONSIBILITY. The district has
	full responsibility for:
	(1) providing medical and hospital care for the
	district's needy inhabitants; and
	(2) operating all hospital facilities for providing
	medical and hospital care for needy or indigent persons in the
	district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Secs. 2 (part), 15
	(part).)
	Sec. 1117.102. RESTRICTION ON COUNTY OR MUNICIPAL TAXATION.
	A county, any part of which is in the district, or a municipality in
	the district may not issue bonds or other obligations or impose a
	tax on property in the district for hospital purposes for medical
	treatment of needy or indigent persons of the district. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 15 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.103. MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL. (a) The management
	and control of the district is vested in the board.
	(b) The district, through the board, has every power, right,
	and privilege incident to the ownership of land, buildings, and
	personal property and the complete operation, management, and
	maintenance of a hospital or hospital system, including the power
	to:
	(1) negotiate and contract with any person to purchase
	or lease land or a hospital;
	(2) construct and equip a hospital or hospital system;
	(3) acquire and own land and a hospital and lease the
	land and hospital, with all hospital equipment and facilities, to
	any person to conduct the complete operation, management, and
	maintenance of a hospital or hospital system in consideration of a
	fair and reasonable annual payment to defray all or part of the
	district's annual capital outlay or debt service requirements; and
	(4) negotiate and contract with other political
	subdivisions of this state or private individuals, associations, or
	corporations for a purpose described by this subsection.
	(c) A contract or lease described by Subsection (b) must
	assure the provision of medical and hospital care for the
	district's needy inhabitants. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec.
	5 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.104. HOSPITAL SYSTEM. The district shall provide
	for:
	(1) the establishment of a hospital system by:
	(A) purchasing, constructing, acquiring,
	repairing, or renovating buildings and equipment; and
	(B) equipping the buildings; and
	(2) the administration of the hospital system for
	hospital purposes. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.105. RULES. The district, through the board, may
	adopt rules for the operation of the district. (Acts 59th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.106. PURCHASING AND ACCOUNTING. The board may
	prescribe:
	(1) the method and manner of making purchases and
	expenditures by and for the district; and
	(2) all accounting and control procedures. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.107. EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) The district may
	exercise the power of eminent domain to acquire a fee simple or
	other interest in any type of property located in district
	territory if the interest is necessary to a power, right, or
	privilege conferred by this chapter.
	(b) The district must exercise the power of eminent domain
	in the manner provided by Chapter 21, Property Code, except that the
	district is not required to deposit in the trial court money or a
	bond as provided by Section 21.021(a), Property Code.
	(c) In a condemnation proceeding brought by the district,
	the district is not required to:
	(1) pay in advance or provide a bond or other security
	for costs in the trial court;
	(2) provide a bond for the issuance of a temporary
	restraining order or a temporary injunction; or
	(3) provide a bond for costs or a supersedeas bond on
	an appeal or petition for review. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317,
	Sec. 12.)
	Sec. 1117.108. GIFTS AND ENDOWMENTS. The board may accept
	for the district a gift or endowment to be held in trust and
	administered by the board for the purposes and under any
	directions, limitations, or other provisions prescribed in writing
	by the donor that are not inconsistent with the proper management
	and objectives of the district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317,
	Sec. 18.)
	Sec. 1117.109. CONTRACTS WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES FOR
	CARE AND TREATMENT. The board may contract with:
	(1) any county or municipality located outside the
	district for the care and treatment of a sick or injured person of
	that county or municipality; and
	(2) this state or a federal agency for the treatment of
	a sick, disabled, or injured person for whom the state or the
	federal government is responsible. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317,
	Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.110. PAYMENT FOR TREATMENT; PROCEDURES. (a)
	When a patient who resides in the district has been admitted to a
	district facility, the board shall have an inquiry made into the
	circumstances of:
	(1) the patient; and
	(2) the patient's relatives legally liable for the
	patient's support.
	(b) If an agent designated by the district to handle the
	inquiry determines that the patient or those relatives cannot pay
	for all or part of the patient's care and treatment in the hospital,
	the amount that cannot be paid becomes a charge against the
	district.
	(c) If the board determines that the patient or those
	relatives are liable to pay for all or part of the patient's care
	and treatment, the patient or those relatives shall be ordered to
	pay to the district's treasurer a specified amount each week for the
	patient's support. The amount ordered must be proportionate to
	their financial ability and may not exceed the actual per capita
	cost of maintenance.
	(d) The district may collect the amount from the patient's
	estate, or from those relatives legally liable for the patient's
	support, in the manner provided by law for the collection of
	expenses of the last illness of a deceased person.
	(e) If there is a dispute as to the ability to pay, or doubt
	in the mind of the district's designated agent, the board shall hold
	a hearing and, after calling witnesses, shall:
	(1) resolve the dispute or doubt; and
	(2) issue any appropriate order.
	(f) Either party to the dispute may appeal the order to the
	district court. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 17.)
	Sec. 1117.111. AUTHORITY TO SUE AND BE SUED. The district,
	through the board, may sue and be sued. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	317, Sec. 5 (part).)
	[Sections 1117.112-1117.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. CHANGE IN BOUNDARIES
	Sec. 1117.151. ANNEXATION; TERRITORY SUBJECT TO
	ANNEXATION. The board may adopt an order to annex territory that is
	adjacent to the district if an election is called by the board in
	accordance with this subchapter. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317,
	Sec. 14 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.152. ELECTION. An election described by Section
	1117.151 must be confined to the territory proposed to be annexed to
	the district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 14 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.153. ELECTION RESULT; EFFECT. On approval of the
	annexation by a majority of the voters in the territory proposed to
	be annexed, the territory:
	(1) becomes a part of the district;
	(2) is liable for the territory's pro rata share of the
	district's indebtedness; and
	(3) shall impose taxes on property in the district for
	the payment of the district's debt and obligations. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 14 (part).)
	[Sections 1117.154-1117.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 1117.201. BUDGET. The board shall prepare an annual
	budget, with the assistance of the district administrator, that
	corresponds to the district's fiscal year. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 317, Secs. 5 (part), 19 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.202. NOTICE; HEARING. (a) Before an annual
	budget described by Section 1117.201 is adopted, the board shall
	call a public hearing on the budget.
	(b) Notice of the hearing must be published in a newspaper
	of general circulation in the district not later than the 10th day
	before the date of the hearing.
	(c) After the budget is adopted, the following must be
	published one time in a newspaper of general circulation in the
	district:
	(1) a brief form of the adopted budget by general
	heading;
	(2) the annual budget for the preceding fiscal year in
	a form similar to the form described by Subdivision (1); and
	(3) the actual expenditures for the preceding fiscal
	year, including fiscal year account balances. (Acts 59th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 19 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.203. FISCAL YEAR. The board may establish a
	fiscal year for the district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec.
	5 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.204. ANNUAL AUDIT. Promptly after the close of
	each fiscal year, the board shall have an annual audit made of the
	district's books and records by an independent public accountant.
	(Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.205. FINANCIAL REPORT. After the close of each
	fiscal year, the district administrator shall prepare for the
	board:
	(1) a complete sworn statement of all district money;
	and
	(2) a complete account of all disbursements of that
	money. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.206. INSPECTION OF DISTRICT RECORDS AND REPORTS.
	The district's financial books and records, annual audit reports,
	district administrator's statement, and annual budget shall be open
	to reasonable inspection at the district's principal office. (Acts
	59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.207. DEPOSITORY OR TREASURER. (a) The board
	shall designate one or more banks in the district to serve as
	depository or treasurer for district money.
	(b) District money shall be immediately deposited on
	receipt with a depository bank, except that sufficient money must
	be remitted to an appropriate bank to pay the principal of and
	interest on the district's outstanding bonds on or before the
	maturity date of the principal and interest.
	(c) To the extent that money in a depository bank is not
	insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the money
	must be secured in the manner provided by law for the security of
	county funds.
	(d) Membership on the district's board of an officer or
	director of a bank does not disqualify that bank from being
	designated as depository. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 11.)
	[Sections 1117.208-1117.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. BONDS
	Sec. 1117.251. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. (a) The board may
	issue and sell general obligation bonds in the name and on the faith
	and credit of the district for any purpose related to the purchase,
	construction, acquisition, repair, or renovation of buildings and
	improvements, and equipping buildings and improvements for
	hospitals and the hospital system, as determined by the board.
	(b) The board shall issue the bonds in compliance with the
	applicable provisions of Subtitles A and C, Title 9, Government
	Code. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.252. TAX TO PAY GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. (a) At
	the time general obligation bonds are issued under Section
	1117.251, the board shall impose an ad valorem tax at a rate
	sufficient to create an interest and sinking fund and to pay the
	principal of and interest on the bonds as the bonds mature.
	(b) The tax required by this section together with any other
	tax imposed for the district may not in any year exceed 75 cents on
	each $100 valuation of taxable property in the district. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.253. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ELECTION. (a) The
	district may issue general obligation bonds only if the bonds are
	authorized by a majority of the district voters voting at an
	election held for that purpose.
	(b) The board shall call the election. The election must be
	held in accordance with Chapter 1251, Government Code.
	(c) The election order must specify:
	(1) the date of the election;
	(2) the amount of the bonds to be authorized;
	(3) the maximum maturity of the bonds;
	(4) the maximum interest rate of the bonds;
	(5) the location of the polling places; and
	(6) the presiding election officers.
	(d) Notice of a bond election shall be given by publishing a
	substantial copy of the election order in a newspaper of general
	circulation in the district once each week for two consecutive
	weeks before the date of the election. The first publication must
	occur at least 20 days before the date of the election. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.254. EXECUTION OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS. The
	board president shall execute the general obligation bonds in the
	district's name, and the board secretary shall attest the bonds as
	provided by Chapter 618, Government Code. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 317, Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.255. REFUNDING BONDS. (a) The district may,
	without an election, issue refunding bonds to refund any bond or
	other refundable indebtedness issued or assumed by the district.
	(b) A refunding bond may be:
	(1) sold, with the proceeds of the refunding bond
	applied to the payment of the outstanding bonds or other refundable
	indebtedness; or
	(2) exchanged wholly or partly for not less than a
	similar principal amount of the outstanding bonds or other
	refundable indebtedness. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 7
	(part).)
	Sec. 1117.256. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. The following
	are exempt from taxation by this state or a political subdivision of
	this state:
	(1) bonds issued by the district;
	(2) the transfer and issuance of the bonds; and
	(3) any profits made in the sale of the bonds. (Acts
	59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 8 (part).)
	[Sections 1117.257-1117.300 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER G. TAXES
	Sec. 1117.301. IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAX. (a) The board
	shall impose a tax on all taxable property in the district subject
	to district taxation.
	(b) The board shall impose the tax to:
	(1) pay the interest on and create a sinking fund for
	bonds issued or assumed by the district for hospital purposes as
	provided by this chapter;
	(2) provide for the operation and maintenance of the
	district and hospital system; and
	(3) make improvements and additions to the hospitals
	or hospital system and acquire necessary land and sites for the
	hospitals or hospital system by purchase, lease, or condemnation.
	(Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 10 (part).)
	Sec. 1117.302. TAX RATE. The board may impose the tax at a
	rate not to exceed 75 cents on each $100 valuation of all taxable
	property in the district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 10
	(part).)
	Sec. 1117.303. TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR. The tax
	assessor-collector of:
	(1) DeWitt County shall assess and collect taxes
	imposed by the district on all taxable property in DeWitt County;
	(2) Lavaca County shall assess and collect taxes
	imposed by the district on all taxable property in Lavaca County;
	and
	(3) Gonzales County shall assess and collect taxes
	imposed by the district on all taxable property in Gonzales County.
	(Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 317, Sec. 10 (part).)
	SECTION 1.02. Subtitle E, Title 6, Special District Local
	Laws Code, is amended by adding Chapters 7803 and 7805 to read as
	follows:
	CHAPTER 7803. IRVING FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT SECTION I
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 7803.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 7803.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 7803.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 7803.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 7803.005. DISSOLUTION AND ABOLITION OF DISTRICT
	[Sections 7803.006-7803.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 7803.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	Sec. 7803.052. ELIGIBILITY FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 7803.053. DIRECTOR'S BOND
	Sec. 7803.054. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 7803.055. BOARD PRESIDENT; ABSENCE OF BOARD
	PRESIDENT
	Sec. 7803.056. SECRETARY'S DUTIES
	Sec. 7803.057. TREASURER
	Sec. 7803.058. COMPENSATION
	Sec. 7803.059. DESIGNATION OF DIRECTOR TO ACT ON
	DISTRICT'S BEHALF
	Sec. 7803.060. DISTRICT OFFICE
	Sec. 7803.061. RECORDS
	[Sections 7803.062-7803.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 7803.101. LEVEE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT POWERS
	Sec. 7803.102. ANNEXATION OF LAND
	Sec. 7803.103. EMINENT DOMAIN
	Sec. 7803.104. COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY
	Sec. 7803.105. CONTRACTS FOR FACILITIES AND
	IMPROVEMENTS; ELECTION NOT REQUIRED
	Sec. 7803.106. CONTRACTS OVER $25,000
	Sec. 7803.107. CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS: EXECUTION AND
	AVAILABILITY
	Sec. 7803.108. CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS: PAYMENT
	Sec. 7803.109. FLOOD HAZARD AREAS
	Sec. 7803.110. SETBACK LINES: RESOLUTION, NOTICE, AND
	HEARING
	Sec. 7803.111. SETBACK LINES: EFFECT ON LANDOWNERS
	Sec. 7803.112. LEGISLATIVE INTENT
	Sec. 7803.113. NOTICE OF DISTRICT ELECTIONS
	[Sections 7803.114-7803.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 7803.151. TAX METHOD
	Sec. 7803.152. ASSESSMENT AND COLLECTION OF TAXES
	Sec. 7803.153. CERTIFICATION OF TAX RATE
	Sec. 7803.154. PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT
	REQUIRED
	Sec. 7803.155. DEPOSITORY
	[Sections 7803.156-7803.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 7803.201. AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS
	Sec. 7803.202. FORM OF BONDS
	Sec. 7803.203. MATURITY
	Sec. 7803.204. ELECTION REQUIRED
	Sec. 7803.205. USE OF BOND PROCEEDS DURING
	CONSTRUCTION
	Sec. 7803.206. TAXES FOR BONDS
	Sec. 7803.207. PRELIMINARY BONDS
	Sec. 7803.208. EXCHANGING BONDS FOR PROPERTY OR WORK
	[Sections 7803.209-7803.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. DEFINED AREAS
	Sec. 7803.251. AUTHORITY TO ANNEX DEFINED AREA
	Sec. 7803.252. NOTICE OF AND HEARING ON PETITION TO
	ANNEX DEFINED AREA
	Sec. 7803.253. ORDER ANNEXING DEFINED AREA
	Sec. 7803.254. ELECTION REQUIRED
	Sec. 7803.255. NUMBERING OF DEFINED AREAS
	Sec. 7803.256. ADMINISTRATION OF DEFINED AREA
	Sec. 7803.257. POWERS AND DUTIES OF DEFINED AREA
	Sec. 7803.258. TAXATION; GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 7803.259. BONDS; GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 7803.260. PRELIMINARY BONDS
	CHAPTER 7803. IRVING FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT SECTION I
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 7803.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Irving Flood Control District
	Section I. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 7803.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district and a flood control district
	created under and essential to accomplish the purposes of Section
	59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch.
	135, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution.
	(c) The accomplishment of the purposes stated in this
	chapter is for the benefit of the people of this state and for the
	improvement of their property and industries. The district in
	carrying out the purposes of this chapter will be performing an
	essential public function under the Texas Constitution. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Secs. 4, 24 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of all territory in the boundaries described by Section 2,
	Chapter 135, Acts of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971,
	as that territory may have been modified under:
	(1) Section 7803.102 of this chapter or its
	predecessor statute, former Section 18, Chapter 135, Acts of the
	62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
	(2) Subchapter F of this chapter or its predecessor
	statute, former Section 26, Chapter 135, Acts of the 62nd
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1971, as amended by Section 1,
	Chapter 117, Acts of the 65th Legislature, Regular Session, 1977;
	(3) former Section 7, Chapter 135, Acts of the 62nd
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
	(4) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(5) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district contained
	in Section 2, Chapter 135, Acts of the 62nd Legislature, Regular
	Session, 1971, form a closure. A mistake in the field notes or in
	copying the field notes in the legislative process does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to issue any type of bond for
	a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
	of and interest on the bond;
	(3) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(4) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Secs. 1 (part), 3;
	New.)
	Sec. 7803.005. DISSOLUTION AND ABOLITION OF DISTRICT. The
	City of Irving may dissolve and abolish the district at the
	municipality's discretion on written notice of the dissolution and
	abolition to the board, in the same manner and on the same terms and
	obligations as prescribed by Sections 43.074, 43.075, and 43.081,
	Local Government Code. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 22.)
	[Sections 7803.006-7803.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 7803.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. The board
	consists of seven elected directors who serve staggered terms.
	(Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 9 (part); New.)
	Sec. 7803.052. ELIGIBILITY FOR OFFICE. A director must own
	land in the district subject to taxation at the time the director
	qualifies for office. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 9
	(part).)
	Sec. 7803.053. DIRECTOR'S BOND. (a) Each director shall
	qualify by giving bond in the amount of $5,000 for the faithful
	performance of the director's duties.
	(b) The bond must be recorded in the official bond records
	in the office of the county clerk of Dallas County. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.054. BOARD VACANCY. (a) Except as provided by
	Subsection (b), a vacancy on the board shall be filled by
	appointment to the unexpired term by the remaining directors.
	(b) The City Council of the City of Irving shall appoint
	directors to fill all vacancies on the board if the number of
	qualified directors is less than four.
	(c) If any director ceases to possess the qualifications
	prescribed by Section 7803.052, the remaining directors shall
	declare the person's office vacant and appoint a successor. (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.055. BOARD PRESIDENT; ABSENCE OF BOARD PRESIDENT.
	(a) The board may authorize the president to sign all orders or take
	other action.
	(b) Any order adopted or other action taken at a board
	meeting at which the president is absent may be signed by the vice
	president, or the board may authorize the president to sign the
	order or other action. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 9
	(part).)
	Sec. 7803.056. SECRETARY'S DUTIES. The board secretary
	shall keep accurate minutes and may certify to any action the board
	takes. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.057. TREASURER. (a) The board may appoint a
	district treasurer.
	(b) The district treasurer shall give bond in an amount
	required by the board, conditioned on the treasurer's faithful
	accounting of all money that comes into the treasurer's custody as
	district treasurer. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 13
	(part).)
	Sec. 7803.058. COMPENSATION. Unless the board by
	resolution increases the fee to an amount authorized by Section
	49.060, Water Code, each director shall receive a per diem payment
	of $25 for each day spent performing district work. (Acts 62nd Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 9 (part); New.)
	Sec. 7803.059. DESIGNATION OF DIRECTOR TO ACT ON DISTRICT'S
	BEHALF. The board may designate one or more directors who, on
	behalf of the district, may execute all contracts, including a
	construction contract, sign checks, or handle any other matter
	entered into by the board as shown in the district's official
	minutes. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.060. DISTRICT OFFICE. (a) The board shall
	designate, establish, and maintain a district office inside the
	district.
	(b) The board may establish a second district office outside
	the district. If the board establishes a second district office,
	the board shall give notice of the location of that office by
	publishing notice of the location of the office in a newspaper of
	general circulation in Dallas County.
	(c) A district office that is a private residence or office
	is a public place for matters relating to the district's business.
	(d) The board shall provide notice of any change in the
	location of the district office outside the district in the manner
	required by Subsection (b). (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec.
	14.)
	Sec. 7803.061. RECORDS. The board shall keep and maintain
	complete and accurate accounts and records, which shall be kept at
	the district's principal office and be open to public inspection at
	reasonable times. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 9 (part).)
	[Sections 7803.062-7803.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 7803.101. LEVEE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT POWERS. (a) The
	district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
	applicable to a levee improvement district created under the
	authority of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution, including
	those conferred by Chapters 49 and 57, Water Code.
	(b) The district has the power to construct and maintain
	levees and other improvements on, along, and contiguous to rivers,
	creeks, streams, and drainage courses for the purposes of:
	(1) reclaiming land from overflow from the water;
	(2) controlling and distributing the water of rivers
	and streams by straightening and otherwise improving the rivers and
	streams;
	(3) draining the land properly and otherwise improving
	the land; and
	(4) preventing the pollution of the water.
	(c) In the accomplishment of the district's purposes, the
	district may issue bonds, enter into contracts, or incur debt in the
	manner prescribed by this chapter. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135,
	Sec. 5 (part); New.)
	Sec. 7803.102. ANNEXATION OF LAND. (a) The district may
	annex land in the manner provided by Subchapter J, Chapter 49, or
	Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code, to the extent applicable.
	(b) If land is annexed by the district under Section 49.301
	or 51.714, Water Code, the board may require the petitioners to:
	(1) allow the land to be added to assume its pro rata
	share of taxes necessary to support the voted but unissued bonds of
	the district; and
	(2) authorize the board to impose a tax on the
	petitioners' property to pay for the bonds after the bonds have been
	issued.
	(c) If land is annexed by the district under Section 49.302,
	Water Code, the board may submit to the voters of the area to be
	annexed a proposition on the question of the assumption by the area
	to be annexed of its pro rata share of the voted but not yet issued
	or sold bonds of the district and the imposition of an ad valorem
	tax on taxable property in the area to be annexed along with a tax in
	the rest of the district for the payment of the bonds.
	(d) If the petitioners consent or if the election results
	favorably, the district may issue its voted but unissued bonds
	regardless of changes to district boundaries since the original
	voting or authorization of the bonds. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch.
	135, Sec. 18.)
	Sec. 7803.103. EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) The district may
	exercise the power of eminent domain in Dallas County to acquire the
	fee simple title to or an easement or right-of-way to, over, or
	through any private or public land, water, or land under water that
	is in the district, borders the district, is adjacent or opposite to
	the district, or is outside of the district if the property has a
	direct effect on the accomplishment of the purposes for which the
	district is created and is necessary for making, constructing, and
	maintaining all levees and other improvements for the improvement
	of rivers, creeks, streams, or drainage courses in the district or
	bordering the district to prevent the overflow of water.
	(b) The district may not exercise the power of eminent
	domain under Subsection (a) to acquire land or other property that
	is used for cemetery purposes.
	(c) The district shall pay adequate compensation to the
	owner of property that is taken, damaged, or destroyed for the
	purposes described by Subsection (a).
	(d) A condemnation proceeding must be brought in the name of
	the district. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.104. COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.
	(a) In this section, "sole expense" means the actual cost of:
	(1) relocating, raising, rerouting, changing the
	grade of, or altering the construction of a facility described by
	Subsection (b); and
	(2) providing comparable replacement without
	enhancement of the facility, after deducting from that cost the net
	salvage value of the old facility.
	(b) If the district's exercise of its power of eminent
	domain, power of relocation, or any other power makes necessary the
	relocation, raising, rerouting, changing the grade, or alteration
	of the construction of a highway, a railroad, an electric
	transmission line, a telephone or telegraph property or facility,
	or a pipeline, the necessary action shall be accomplished at the
	sole expense of the district unless the owner of the relocated or
	altered facility has a legal obligation to pay those expenses, in
	which event the necessary action shall be accomplished at the
	expense of the owner. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	Sec. 7803.105. CONTRACTS FOR FACILITIES AND IMPROVEMENTS;
	ELECTION NOT REQUIRED. (a) The district may enter into a contract
	with the United States, the City of Irving, another public body, or
	an individual, corporation, or other entity for the maintenance or
	construction of any facility or improvement authorized by this
	chapter.
	(b) The district may enter into a contract under Subsection
	(a) without:
	(1) voting for the issuance of bonds; or
	(2) holding an election to approve the contract.
	(Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 12.)
	Sec. 7803.106. CONTRACTS OVER $25,000. (a) A contract
	involving an expenditure of more than $25,000 for the construction
	of a district facility or improvement or for the purchase of
	machinery, materials, or supplies for the district must be entered
	into by the board in accordance with this section.
	(b) Not later than the 14th day before the date sealed bids
	are opened, the letting of a contract described by Subsection (a)
	must be advertised by publishing notice one time in one or more
	newspapers having general circulation in this state. The notice
	must include the general conditions of the contract and the date,
	time, and place of the opening of the sealed bids.
	(c) A person who desires to bid on the construction of any
	works advertised in the notice under Subsection (b) and submits a
	written application to the board or the district's engineer shall
	be provided with a copy of the plans and specifications showing the
	work to be done. A fee may be charged to cover the cost of making
	the copy.
	(d) A bid must be in writing, sealed, and delivered to the
	board and be accompanied by a certified or cashier's check or
	bidder's bond for at least five percent of the total amount of the
	bid.
	(e) A successful bidder who fails or refuses to enter into a
	proper contract or to furnish proper performance and payment bonds
	for the contract forfeits to the district the amount of the check
	delivered under Subsection (d).
	(f) All bids must be opened at the same time.
	(g) The board may reject any or all bids. (Acts 62nd Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 15 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.107. CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS: EXECUTION AND
	AVAILABILITY. (a) A construction contract must be in writing and
	signed by the contractor and:
	(1) the president and secretary of the board; or
	(2) a majority of the directors.
	(b) A copy of each construction contract shall be kept in
	the district's records and be subject to public inspection.
	(c) A construction contract must contain or have attached to
	it the specifications for all work included in the contract. (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 15 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.108. CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS: PAYMENT. (a) A
	construction contract may be paid for in partial payments as the
	work progresses, based on estimates approved by the district's
	engineer.
	(b) The payments may not exceed 90 percent of the amount due
	at the time of the payments as shown by the approved estimates,
	except that the final approved estimate, including all prior
	retainage, must be paid in full. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135,
	Sec. 15 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.109. FLOOD HAZARD AREAS. (a) The board by
	resolution shall designate flood hazard areas in the district if
	the board finds that the public health, safety, and general
	welfare, and the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution, will be promoted by the designation.
	(b) The resolution must contain field notes, a map, or both
	field notes and a map that describe the area to be included in a
	flood hazard area.
	(c) Before passing a resolution designating a flood hazard
	area, the board shall hold at least one public hearing related to
	the designation. The board must publish notice of the time and place
	of the hearing in English in a newspaper having general circulation
	in Dallas County at least 15 days before the date of the hearing. A
	hearing may be continued from time to time until the board
	determines that all interested persons have had an opportunity to
	be heard.
	(d) The board by resolution may, following notice and a
	hearing as required by Subsection (c), amend the designated flood
	hazard areas as the board determines necessary. (Acts 62nd Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 135, Secs. 20, 21.)
	Sec. 7803.110. SETBACK LINES: RESOLUTION, NOTICE, AND
	HEARING. (a) The board may establish and maintain building setback
	lines along any waterway in the district for the purpose of
	promoting the public health, safety, and general welfare and
	accomplishing the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution.
	(b) Building setback lines may be established only after
	notice and hearing. The notice must be published in a newspaper of
	general circulation in Dallas County not earlier than the 60th day
	or later than the 15th day before the date of the hearing. Each
	affected landowner must be given actual notice by certified mail of
	the hearing.
	(c) The board by resolution shall adopt building setback
	lines if, after the hearing is completed, the board finds that the
	establishment of building setback lines is for the public health,
	safety, and general welfare of the people in the district and for
	the accomplishment of the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution. The resolution must contain a description of
	the area included in the building setback lines by field notes, a
	map or plat, or both. A certified copy of the resolution shall be
	filed for record immediately with the county clerk of Dallas
	County. On the filing of the resolution, all persons are charged
	with notice of the requirements of the resolution.
	(d) The board may, on public hearing after notice as
	provided by Subsection (b), amend, supplement, or grant an
	exception to building setback lines as determined necessary. (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 19 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.111. SETBACK LINES: EFFECT ON LANDOWNERS. (a)
	Except as otherwise provided by this section, after the
	establishment of building setback lines under Section 7803.110, a
	structure may not be erected within the setback lines.
	(b) A person intending to erect a structure within building
	setback lines must give written notice of the intention by
	certified mail not later than the 90th day before the date the
	person begins erecting the structure.
	(c) Provided that the landowner was given actual notice by
	certified mail of the hearing to establish the setback lines, a
	person's failure to give notice under Subsection (b) constitutes a
	prima facie showing in any subsequent eminent domain proceeding
	instituted by the district to acquire the area within the setback
	lines that the person erecting the structure did so at the person's
	own risk with knowledge of:
	(1) the fact that erecting the structure interfered
	with the district's setback provisions; and
	(2) the district's right to remove the structure
	erected after the establishment of the setback lines without
	recovery of the value of the structure.
	(d) If the district does not institute an eminent domain
	proceeding to acquire an area within building setback lines within
	90 days after the date notice is mailed under Subsection (b), the
	setback lines may not affect damages in the eminent domain
	proceeding and the damages must be determined and paid as if the
	setback lines had not been established.
	(e) An owner who believes that a structure the owner is
	about to erect may be within the required setback area by certified
	letter may petition the district to survey and mark the building
	setback lines on the ground. If the district fails within 90 days
	to make the requested survey and mark the location of the setback
	lines on the ground or to show the location of the setback lines in
	another reasonable manner, the owner may erect the structure in the
	same manner and with the same results as if setback lines had not
	been established. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 19 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.112. LEGISLATIVE INTENT. Sections 7803.110 and
	7803.111 are intended to give the board the right to protect from
	encroachment those areas that need to be protected from
	encroachment for such immediate and future drainage and flood
	control right-of-way requirements in the district as it may be
	necessary, or in the public interest to protect or promote the
	public health, safety, and general welfare. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 135, Sec. 19 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.113. NOTICE OF DISTRICT ELECTIONS. Notice of a
	district election must be published once in a newspaper with
	general circulation in Dallas County and in the district at least 20
	days before the date of the election. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch.
	135, Sec. 10 (part).)
	[Sections 7803.114-7803.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 7803.151. TAX METHOD. (a) The district shall use the
	ad valorem plan of taxation, including for any separately defined
	area annexed under Subchapter F.
	(b) The board is not required to call or hold a hearing on
	the adoption of a plan of taxation. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135,
	Secs. 8, 26(e) (part).)
	Sec. 7803.152. ASSESSMENT AND COLLECTION OF TAXES. (a) The
	tax assessor and collector for the City of Irving shall assess and
	collect taxes for the district.
	(b) The tax assessor and collector shall make the records
	maintained by the tax assessor and collector available to the
	district on request by the secretary of the district. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 16 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.153. CERTIFICATION OF TAX RATE. Each year, the
	board shall certify to the tax assessor and collector for the City
	of Irving the rate or rates of tax that the board has imposed for
	bond and maintenance purposes. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec.
	16 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.154. PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT REQUIRED.
	The district is not required to pay a tax or assessment on:
	(1) district property; or
	(2) a purchase made by the district. (Acts 62nd Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 24 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.155. DEPOSITORY. (a) The board shall designate
	one or more banks inside or outside the district to serve as the
	depository for the district's money.
	(b) All district money shall be deposited in the depository
	bank or banks, except that sufficient money must be remitted to and
	received by the bank or banks of payment to pay the principal of and
	interest on any outstanding district bonds on or before the
	maturity date of the principal and interest.
	(c) To the extent that money in a depository bank is not
	insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the money
	must be secured in the manner provided by law for the security of
	county funds. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 13 (part).)
	[Sections 7803.156-7803.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 7803.201. AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS. The board may
	issue district tax bonds to acquire money to carry out any district
	power or accomplish any district purpose under this chapter. The
	bonds may be authorized by a board order. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 135, Sec. 10 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.202. FORM OF BONDS. District bonds and their
	related interest coupons shall be signed and executed as provided
	by the board in the order authorizing the issuance of the bonds.
	(Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 10 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.203. MATURITY. District bonds must mature not
	later than 40 years after their date of issuance. (Acts 62nd Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 10 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.204. ELECTION REQUIRED. (a) The district may not
	issue bonds, other than refunding bonds, unless the bonds are
	authorized by a majority vote of the district voters voting in an
	election held to determine whether the bonds should be issued and
	whether a tax should be imposed to pay the principal of and interest
	on the bonds.
	(b) The board may order and provide notice of an election
	under this section.
	(c) In addition to the requirements of the Election Code,
	the ballots shall have printed on them "For the issuance of bonds
	and the levy of taxes in payment thereof" and the contrary of that
	proposition. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 10 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.205. USE OF BOND PROCEEDS DURING CONSTRUCTION.
	(a) The board may set aside part of the bond proceeds to:
	(1) pay interest on the bonds during the period of
	construction of improvements or facilities; and
	(2) create reserves for the payment of the principal
	of and interest on the bonds.
	(b) For purposes of Subsection (a), the period of
	construction may not exceed two years. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch.
	135, Sec. 10 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.206. TAXES FOR BONDS. The board may impose
	continuing direct annual ad valorem taxes on all taxable property
	in the district sufficient to:
	(1) provide for the payment of interest on bonds
	issued under this subchapter as the interest accrues; and
	(2) create and provide a sinking fund for the payment
	of principal of the bonds as the principal matures. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 10 (part).)
	Sec. 7803.207. PRELIMINARY BONDS. (a) The district may
	issue preliminary bonds, which need not be designated as such, to
	provide a fund to pay:
	(1) the cost of making surveys and investigations,
	attorneys' fees, and engineers' work;
	(2) the cost of issuing bonds; and
	(3) all other costs and expenses incident to the
	district's operation in investigating and determining plans for the
	district's plant and improvements.
	(b) Preliminary bonds shall be voted and authorized in the
	manner and under the same provisions applicable to the district's
	construction bonds and shall be of equal dignity with those
	construction bonds. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 10
	(part).)
	Sec. 7803.208. EXCHANGING BONDS FOR PROPERTY OR WORK. The
	district may exchange bonds:
	(1) for property acquired by purchase; or
	(2) in payment of the contract price of work performed
	for the use and benefit of the district. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch.
	135, Sec. 10 (part).)
	[Sections 7803.209-7803.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. DEFINED AREAS
	Sec. 7803.251. AUTHORITY TO ANNEX DEFINED AREA. (a) In
	addition to annexing land under Section 7803.102, the board may
	annex land to the district as a separately defined area on the
	petition of the owner or owners of a majority of the land contained
	in an area defined by metes and bounds outside the district.
	(b) The petition must be filed with the board. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 26(a) (part).)
	Sec. 7803.252. NOTICE OF AND HEARING ON PETITION TO ANNEX
	DEFINED AREA. (a) On receipt of a petition under Section 7803.251,
	the board by order shall set a time and place for a hearing on the
	petition to be held not less than 30 days after the date of the
	order.
	(b) Notice of the time and place of the hearing on the
	petition must be posted in the district and in the separately
	defined area proposed to be annexed for at least 15 days before the
	date of the hearing. Notice must also be published one time in a
	newspaper with general circulation in the county at least 15 days
	before the date of the hearing.
	(c) The notice described by Subsection (b) must contain a
	description of the separately defined area proposed to be annexed.
	(Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 26(a) (part).)
	Sec. 7803.253. ORDER ANNEXING DEFINED AREA. (a) The board
	by order may designate an area as a separately defined area and
	annex the area to the district if, on hearing a petition under
	Section 7803.252, the board finds that:
	(1) there is a need for improvements for the
	conservation and reclamation of the defined area;
	(2) the area will benefit from the improvements; and
	(3) the improvements will serve a public use and
	benefit.
	(b) The board does not have to include all of the area
	described in the petition if the board finds that a modification of
	the area is necessary or desirable.
	(c) The order must be entered in the board's minutes and
	filed for record in the same manner required for other district
	annexations of land. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 26(b).)
	Sec. 7803.254. ELECTION REQUIRED. (a) Annexation of a
	separately defined area is not final until ratified by a majority
	vote of the voters in the defined area voting at an election held in
	the area.
	(b) Section 7803.113 governs notice of an election under
	this section.
	(c) A separately defined area is a separate election
	precinct for an election under this section and all other elections
	for the defined area. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 26(c).)
	Sec. 7803.255. NUMBERING OF DEFINED AREAS. All annexed
	separately defined areas shall be numbered in consecutive order.
	The first separately defined area shall be designated as "Irving
	Flood Control District of Dallas County, Texas - Section II." (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 26(d).)
	Sec. 7803.256. ADMINISTRATION OF DEFINED AREA. (a) The
	board shall administer all business incident to any separately
	defined area annexed under this subchapter.
	(b) Each annexed separately defined area shall pay its pro
	rata share of the administrative costs of the district, based on the
	assessed valuation of the defined area in relation to the assessed
	valuation of the district and any other defined areas annexed to the
	district. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 26(g) (part).)
	Sec. 7803.257. POWERS AND DUTIES OF DEFINED AREA. Except as
	otherwise provided by this subchapter, or where in conflict with
	this subchapter, an annexed separately defined area has the rights,
	duties, restrictions, and provisions of this chapter. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 26(g) (part).)
	Sec. 7803.258. TAXATION; GENERAL PROVISIONS. (a) An
	annexed separately defined area is a separate tax area for the
	payment of all indebtedness incurred for improvements constructed
	on authorization of the defined area and for the maintenance of
	those improvements.
	(b) A separately defined area is liable only for
	indebtedness incurred or taxes imposed for improvements and the
	maintenance of those improvements authorized by the defined area.
	No other part of the district, including another separately defined
	area, is liable for the payment of the indebtedness or taxes
	described by this subsection.
	(c) Taxes in a separately defined area shall be imposed in
	the manner provided by Sections 7803.152 and 7803.153.
	(d) The provisions authorizing a maintenance tax contained
	in Section 49.107, Water Code, apply to a separately defined area.
	(Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Secs. 26(e) (part), (f) (part).)
	Sec. 7803.259. BONDS; GENERAL PROVISIONS. (a) After a
	separately defined area is annexed, the board may issue tax bonds
	clearly entitled by the designation of the defined area to acquire
	money to carry out any district power or accomplish any district
	purpose under this chapter for improvements to or for the defined
	area.
	(b) The board may impose continuing direct annual ad valorem
	taxes on all taxable property located solely in the separately
	defined area sufficient to:
	(1) provide for the payment of interest on bonds
	issued under this section as the interest accrues; and
	(2) create and provide a sinking fund for the payment
	of principal of the bonds as the bonds mature.
	(c) The issuance of bonds under this section may be
	authorized by a board order.
	(d) The district may not issue bonds, other than refunding
	bonds, unless the bonds are authorized by a majority vote of the
	voters residing in the separately defined area voting in an
	election held to determine whether the bonds should be issued and
	whether a tax should be imposed on property in the defined area to
	pay the principal of and interest on the bonds. The election must
	be held in the manner provided by Sections 7803.113 and 7803.204.
	(e) The initial bond election for a separately defined area
	may be held on the same day as the election to ratify annexation of
	the defined area and as part of the order calling the ratification
	election.
	(f) Subchapter E applies to any bonds issued to provide
	improvements to or for any separately defined area in a manner
	consistent with this section. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec.
	26(f) (part).)
	Sec. 7803.260. PRELIMINARY BONDS. Preliminary bonds for a
	separately defined area may be issued for the same purposes, under
	the same requirements, and of like effect as under Subchapter E.
	(Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 135, Sec. 26(f) (part).)
	CHAPTER 7805. IRVING FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT SECTION III
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 7805.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 7805.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 7805.003. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 7805.004-7805.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 7805.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERM
	Sec. 7805.052. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 7805.053. DIRECTOR'S BOND
	[Sections 7805.054-7805.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 7805.101. GENERAL DISTRICT POWERS
	Sec. 7805.102. CONFLICTS OF LAW
	Sec. 7805.103. PROHIBITION OF POLICE AND FIREFIGHTING
	FUNCTIONS
	[Sections 7805.104-7805.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. BONDS AND TAXES
	Sec. 7805.151. AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS; TAXES FOR
	BONDS
	Sec. 7805.152. ASSUMPTION OF INDEBTEDNESS, CONTRACTS
	Sec. 7805.153. PREVIOUSLY AUTHORIZED MAINTENANCE TAXES
	Sec. 7805.154. REFUNDING BOND ELECTION
	Sec. 7805.155. BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES
	CHAPTER 7805. IRVING FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT SECTION III
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 7805.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a board member.
	(3) "District" means the Irving Flood Control District
	Section III of Dallas County. (Acts 68th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1073, Sec.
	2 (part); New.)
	Sec. 7805.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. (a) The district is
	established under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution, and
	Chapter 7803.
	(b) The district is a separate and independent conservation
	and reclamation district and a political subdivision of this state.
	(c) The district is a separately defined area of Irving
	Flood Control District Section I. (Acts 68th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1073,
	Sec. 1(a).)
	Sec. 7805.003. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district is
	composed of the territory located within the redefined boundaries
	of the district filed in the deed records of Dallas County, Texas,
	on October 1, 1983, as that territory may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(2) other law. (Acts 68th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1073, Sec. 2
	(part); New.)
	[Sections 7805.004-7805.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 7805.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERM. (a) The board is
	composed of five directors appointed by the city council of the City
	of Irving, Texas.
	(b) Directors serve staggered two-year terms, with the
	terms of two directors expiring on the second Tuesday in January of
	each even-numbered year and the terms of three directors expiring
	on the second Tuesday in January of each odd-numbered year. (Acts
	68th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1073, Secs. 3(a), (b) (part), (c).)
	Sec. 7805.052. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. A director must
	own land in the district or be a resident of the district. (Acts
	68th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1073, Sec. 3(b) (part).)
	Sec. 7805.053. DIRECTOR'S BOND. As soon as possible after
	appointment, each director shall qualify for office and execute a
	sufficient bond in the amount of $5,000 that is:
	(1) payable to the district; and
	(2) conditioned on the faithful performance of the
	director's duties. (Acts 68th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1073, Sec. 3(d).)
	[Sections 7805.054-7805.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 7805.101. GENERAL DISTRICT POWERS. The district has
	the rights, powers, purposes, and functions provided by Chapter
	7803 of this code and Chapter 49, Water Code. (Acts 68th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 1073, Sec. 1(b) (part); New.)
	Sec. 7805.102. CONFLICTS OF LAW. (a) If a provision of
	Chapter 7803 is in conflict or inconsistent with this chapter, this
	chapter controls.
	(b) The provisions of Chapter 7803 not in conflict or
	inconsistent with this chapter continue in effect. (Acts 68th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 1073, Secs. 1(b) (part), (c).)
	Sec. 7805.103. PROHIBITION OF POLICE AND FIREFIGHTING
	FUNCTIONS. The district may not:
	(1) engage in any police or firefighting functions; or
	(2) spend any district money or issue bonds for any
	police or firefighting function. (Acts 68th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1073,
	Sec. 8.)
	[Sections 7805.104-7805.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. BONDS AND TAXES
	Sec. 7805.151. AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS; TAXES FOR BONDS.
	(a) The district may issue and sell all unissued bonds that have
	been authorized at an election held in the district.
	(b) The district may impose an ad valorem tax on all taxable
	property in the district to pay the principal of and interest on the
	bonds. (Acts 68th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1073, Sec. 4(a).)
	Sec. 7805.152. ASSUMPTION OF INDEBTEDNESS, CONTRACTS. The
	district shall assume and be responsible for all outstanding
	indebtedness and existing contracts. (Acts 68th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1073, Sec. 4(b) (part).)
	Sec. 7805.153. PREVIOUSLY AUTHORIZED MAINTENANCE TAXES.
	The district may impose a maintenance tax that has been previously
	authorized at an election held in the district. (Acts 68th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 1073, Sec. 4(b) (part).)
	Sec. 7805.154. REFUNDING BOND ELECTION. (a) The district
	may refund any outstanding bonds with the approval of district
	voters voting at an election held by the district.
	(b) The election shall be held as provided by Chapter 7803.
	The ballot shall:
	(1) be printed to provide for voting for or against the
	proposition: "For the issuance of refunding bonds and the levy of
	taxes in payment of those bonds."; and
	(2) state the maximum interest rate and maturity
	applicable to the refunding bonds.
	(c) The rate and maturity may exceed the maximum rate and
	maturity applicable to any outstanding bonds being refunded. (Acts
	68th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1073, Sec. 6.)
	Sec. 7805.155. BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES. (a) In addition to
	all other methods of acquiring funds for district purposes, the
	district may issue bond anticipation notes for any purpose for
	which district bonds have been voted or may be issued to refund
	outstanding bond anticipation notes and the interest on the notes
	being refunded.
	(b) The notes may bear interest at any rate not to exceed the
	maximum interest rate applicable to the district's authorized
	bonds.
	(c) The notes shall mature within one year of the date on
	which they are issued.
	(d) The maximum amount of the notes outstanding at any one
	time may not exceed $500,000 without the prior consent of the City
	of Irving, Texas.
	(e) The district shall pay the notes only from the proceeds
	of the sale of bonds by the district. (Acts 68th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1073, Sec. 7.)
	SECTION 1.03. Subtitle F, Title 6, Special District Local
	Laws Code, is amended by adding Chapters 8308, 8312, 8381, 8387,
	8388, 8389, 8391, 8393, 8394, 8395, 8396, 8397, 8398, 8399, 8400,
	8401, 8402, 8403, 8404, 8405, 8406, 8407, and 8410 to read as
	follows:
	CHAPTER 8308. EAST MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL
	UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8308.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8308.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8308.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8308.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8308.005-8308.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8308.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	[Sections 8308.052-8308.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8308.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS
	Sec. 8308.102. COMPLIANCE WITH MUNICIPAL CONSENT
	ORDINANCES OR RESOLUTIONS
	Sec. 8308.103. UTILITY PROPERTY EXEMPT FROM IMPACT
	FEES AND ASSESSMENTS
	CHAPTER 8308. EAST MONTGOMERY COUNTY MUNICIPAL
	UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8308.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the board of directors of the
	district.
	(2) "District" means the East Montgomery County
	Municipal Utility District No. 4. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 882,
	Sec. 1.)
	Sec. 8308.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. (a) The district is a
	municipal utility district in Montgomery County created under
	Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(b) The district is a political subdivision of this state.
	(Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 882, Secs. 2(a) (part), (b), 3(b)
	(part).)
	Sec. 8308.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 882, Secs. 3(a), (b) (part), (c).)
	Sec. 8308.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 882, Acts
	of the 78th Legislature, Regular Session, 2003, as that territory
	may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
	in the legislative process does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(3) the legality or operation of the district or the
	board. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 882, Sec. 5; New.)
	[Sections 8308.005-8308.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8308.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The district is
	governed by a board of five directors. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	882, Sec. 7(a).)
	[Sections 8308.052-8308.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8308.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
	district has the rights, powers, privileges, functions, and duties
	provided by general law applicable to a municipal utility district
	created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution,
	including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 882, Sec. 11.)
	Sec. 8308.102. COMPLIANCE WITH MUNICIPAL CONSENT
	ORDINANCES OR RESOLUTIONS. Subject to the limitations of Section
	54.016, Water Code, the district shall comply with all applicable
	requirements of any ordinance or resolution adopted by a
	municipality in whose corporate limits or extraterritorial
	jurisdiction the district is located, including an ordinance or
	resolution adopted before September 1, 2003, that consents to the
	creation of the district or to the inclusion of lands in the
	district. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 882, Sec. 13.)
	Sec. 8308.103. UTILITY PROPERTY EXEMPT FROM IMPACT FEES AND
	ASSESSMENTS. The district may not impose an impact fee or
	assessment on the property, including the equipment,
	rights-of-way, facilities, or improvements, of:
	(1) an electric utility as defined by Section 31.002,
	Utilities Code;
	(2) a gas utility as defined by Section 101.003 or
	121.001, Utilities Code;
	(3) a telecommunications provider as defined by
	Section 51.002, Utilities Code; or
	(4) a cable operator as defined by 47 U.S.C. Section
	522, as amended. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 882, Sec. 12.)
	CHAPTER 8312. HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 387
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8312.001. DEFINITION
	Sec. 8312.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8312.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8312.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8312.005-8312.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8312.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	[Sections 8312.052-8312.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8312.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS
	Sec. 8312.102. COMPLIANCE WITH MUNICIPAL CONSENT
	ORDINANCES OR RESOLUTIONS
	Sec. 8312.103. RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY; COSTS
	Sec. 8312.104. UTILITY PROPERTY EXEMPT FROM IMPACT
	FEES AND ASSESSMENTS
	CHAPTER 8312. HARRIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 387
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8312.001. DEFINITION. In this chapter, "district"
	means the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 387. (Acts
	77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1382, Sec. 2.)
	Sec. 8312.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Harris County, created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 77th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 1382, Secs. 1(a) (part), (b) (part).)
	Sec. 8312.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1382, Secs. 1(b) (part), 5.)
	Sec. 8312.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 3, Chapter 1382,
	Acts of the 77th Legislature, Regular Session, 2001, as that
	territory may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
	in the legislative process does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the validity of district bonds, notes, or other
	indebtedness;
	(3) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(4) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1382, Sec. 4; New.)
	[Sections 8312.005-8312.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8312.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of five directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 77th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 1382, Secs. 8(a), (d).)
	[Sections 8312.052-8312.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8312.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
	district has the rights, powers, privileges, functions, and duties
	provided by general law applicable to a municipal utility district
	created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution,
	including Chapters 49, 50, and 54, Water Code. (Acts 77th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 1382, Sec. 6(a) (part).)
	Sec. 8312.102. COMPLIANCE WITH MUNICIPAL CONSENT
	ORDINANCES OR RESOLUTIONS. Subject to the limitations of Section
	54.016, Water Code, the district shall comply with all applicable
	requirements of any ordinance or resolution adopted by the city
	council of the City of Houston, including an ordinance or
	resolution adopted before September 1, 2001, that consents to the
	creation of the district or to the inclusion of lands in the
	district. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1382, Sec. 12.)
	Sec. 8312.103. RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY; COSTS. (a)
	The district may relocate, raise, reroute, change the grade of, or
	alter the construction of a highway, railroad, electric
	transmission line, telecommunications or other public utility
	facility, pipeline, canal, or drainage ditch if considered
	necessary by the board of directors.
	(b) The district shall pay for any relocation, raising,
	rerouting, changing, or altering under this section, unless
	otherwise agreed in writing by the interested parties.
	(c) If a facility is replaced, the cost of replacement is
	limited to an amount equal to the cost of replacing the facility
	with a comparable facility, less the replaced facility's net
	salvage value. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1382, Sec. 7.)
	Sec. 8312.104. UTILITY PROPERTY EXEMPT FROM IMPACT FEES AND
	ASSESSMENTS. The district may not impose an impact fee or
	assessment on the property, including the equipment,
	rights-of-way, facilities, or improvements, of:
	(1) an electric utility or a power generation company
	as defined by Section 31.002, Utilities Code;
	(2) a gas utility as defined by Section 101.003 or
	121.001, Utilities Code; or
	(3) a telecommunications provider as defined by
	Section 51.002, Utilities Code. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1382,
	Sec. 6(c).)
	CHAPTER 8381. NORTH PARK PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8381.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8381.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8381.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8381.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8381.005-8381.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8381.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 8381.052. BOARD VACANCY
	[Sections 8381.053-8381.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8381.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS
	CHAPTER 8381. NORTH PARK PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8381.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the North Park Public Utility
	District. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 696, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 8381.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 62nd Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 696, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 8381.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the boundaries
	of the district will benefit from the works and projects
	accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
	59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 696, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
	Sec. 8381.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 696, Acts
	of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971, as that territory
	may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
	process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to issue any type of bond for
	a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
	of and interest on the bond;
	(3) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(4) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 696, Sec. 2; New.)
	[Sections 8381.005-8381.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8381.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
	of five elected directors. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 696, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	Sec. 8381.052. BOARD VACANCY. (a) Except as provided by
	Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
	in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
	(b) The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
	appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
	the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 696, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
	[Sections 8381.053-8381.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8381.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
	district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
	conferred by general law applicable to a municipal utility
	district, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 696, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
	CHAPTER 8387. NORTHGATE CROSSING MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8387.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8387.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8387.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8387.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8387.005-8387.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8387.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 8387.052. BOARD VACANCY
	[Sections 8387.053-8387.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8387.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS
	Sec. 8387.102. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF DISTRICT
	FACILITIES
	CHAPTER 8387. NORTHGATE CROSSING MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8387.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Northgate Crossing Municipal
	Utility District No. 1. (Acts 69th Leg., R.S., Ch. 947, Sec. 2;
	New.)
	Sec. 8387.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 69th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 947, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 8387.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district's
	boundaries will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by
	the district under the powers authorized by Section 59, Article
	XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	69th Leg., R.S., Ch. 947, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
	Sec. 8387.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 4(a), Chapter 947,
	Acts of the 69th Legislature, Regular Session, 1985, as that
	territory may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
	process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to issue any type of bond for
	a purpose for which the district is created;
	(3) the payment of the principal of and interest on
	bonds;
	(4) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(5) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 69th Leg., R.S., Ch. 947, Sec. 4(b); New.)
	[Sections 8387.005-8387.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8387.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
	of five elected directors. (Acts 69th Leg., R.S., Ch. 947, Sec.
	7(e) (part).)
	Sec. 8387.052. BOARD VACANCY. (a) Except as provided by
	Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
	in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
	(b) The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
	appoint directors to fill the vacancies on the board whenever the
	number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 69th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 947, Sec. 7(c) (part); New.)
	[Sections 8387.053-8387.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8387.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
	district may exercise the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
	provided by general law applicable to a municipal utility district,
	including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 69th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 947, Sec. 5(a); New.)
	Sec. 8387.102. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF DISTRICT
	FACILITIES. (a) The district shall operate and maintain any levee,
	retainage pond, pump, mitigation channel, or other facility,
	improvement, or property that serves property in the district
	unless the Harris County Flood Control District undertakes to
	operate or maintain the facility, improvement, or property.
	(b) If, at the time the district is annexed by a
	municipality, the annexing municipality determines not to
	undertake to operate or maintain a levee, retainage pond, pump,
	mitigation channel, or other facility, improvement, or property
	that serves property in the district, the municipality may specify
	in the annexation ordinance that the district shall continue to
	exist exclusively to:
	(1) operate and maintain the levee, retainage pond,
	pump, mitigation channel, or other facility, improvement, or
	property; and
	(2) impose a maintenance tax in the boundaries of the
	district, to the extent that a maintenance tax has previously been
	authorized. (Acts 69th Leg., R.S., Ch. 947, Secs. 8(a), (b).)
	CHAPTER 8388. NORTHGATE CROSSING MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8388.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8388.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8388.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8388.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8388.005-8388.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8388.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 8388.052. BOARD VACANCY
	[Sections 8388.053-8388.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8388.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS
	Sec. 8388.102. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF DISTRICT
	FACILITIES
	CHAPTER 8388. NORTHGATE CROSSING MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 2
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8388.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Northgate Crossing Municipal
	Utility District No. 2. (Acts 69th Leg., R.S., Ch. 764, Sec. 2;
	New.)
	Sec. 8388.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 69th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 764, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 8388.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district's
	boundaries will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by
	the district under the powers authorized by Section 59, Article
	XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	69th Leg., R.S., Ch. 764, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
	Sec. 8388.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 4(a), Chapter 764,
	Acts of the 69th Legislature, Regular Session, 1985, as that
	territory may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
	process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to issue any type of bond for
	a purpose for which the district is created;
	(3) the payment of the principal of and interest on
	bonds;
	(4) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(5) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 69th Leg., R.S., Ch. 764, Sec. 4(b); New.)
	[Sections 8388.005-8388.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8388.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
	of five elected directors. (Acts 69th Leg., R.S., Ch. 764, Sec.
	7(e) (part).)
	Sec. 8388.052. BOARD VACANCY. (a) Except as provided by
	Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
	in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
	(b) The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
	appoint directors to fill the vacancies on the board whenever the
	number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 69th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 764, Sec. 7(c) (part); New.)
	[Sections 8388.053-8388.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8388.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
	district may exercise the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
	provided by general law applicable to a municipal utility district,
	including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 69th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 764, Sec. 5(a); New.)
	Sec. 8388.102. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF DISTRICT
	FACILITIES. (a) The district shall operate and maintain any levee,
	retainage pond, pump, mitigation channel, or other facility,
	improvement, or property that serves property in the district
	unless the Harris County Flood Control District undertakes to
	operate or maintain the facility, improvement, or property.
	(b) If, at the time the district is annexed by a
	municipality, the annexing municipality determines not to
	undertake to operate or maintain a levee, retainage pond, pump,
	mitigation channel, or other facility, improvement, or property
	that serves property in the district, the municipality may specify
	in the annexation ordinance that the district shall continue to
	exist exclusively to:
	(1) operate and maintain the levee, retainage pond,
	pump, mitigation channel, or other facility, improvement, or
	property; and
	(2) impose a maintenance tax in the boundaries of the
	district, to the extent that a maintenance tax has previously been
	authorized. (Acts 69th Leg., R.S., Ch. 764, Secs. 8(a), (b).)
	CHAPTER 8389. NORTHWEST FOREST MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8389.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8389.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8389.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8389.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8389.005-8389.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8389.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 8389.052. BOARD VACANCY
	[Sections 8389.053-8389.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8389.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS
	CHAPTER 8389. NORTHWEST FOREST MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8389.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Northwest Forest Municipal
	Utility District. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 687, Sec. 1 (part);
	New.)
	Sec. 8389.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Jefferson County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 65th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 687, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 8389.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the boundaries
	of the district will benefit from the works and projects
	accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
	59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 687, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
	Sec. 8389.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 687, Acts
	of the 65th Legislature, Regular Session, 1977, as that territory
	may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
	process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to issue any type of bond for
	a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
	of and interest on the bond;
	(3) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(4) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 687, Sec. 2; New.)
	[Sections 8389.005-8389.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8389.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
	of five elected directors. (Acts 65th Leg., R.S., Ch. 687, Sec.
	6(b) (part).)
	Sec. 8389.052. BOARD VACANCY. (a) Except as provided by
	Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
	in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
	(b) The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
	appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
	the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 65th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 687, Sec. 6(b) (part).)
	[Sections 8389.053-8389.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8389.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
	district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
	conferred by general law applicable to a municipal utility
	district, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 65th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 687, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
	CHAPTER 8391. OAKMONT PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8391.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8391.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8391.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8391.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8391.005-8391.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8391.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 8391.052. BOARD VACANCY
	[Sections 8391.053-8391.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8391.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS
	CHAPTER 8391. OAKMONT PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8391.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Oakmont Public Utility
	District. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 625, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 8391.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 62nd Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 625, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 8391.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the boundaries
	of the district will benefit from the works and projects
	accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
	59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 625, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
	Sec. 8391.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 625, Acts
	of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971, as that territory
	may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
	process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to issue any type of bond for
	a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
	of and interest on the bond;
	(3) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(4) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 625, Sec. 2; New.)
	[Sections 8391.005-8391.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8391.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
	of five elected directors. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 625, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	Sec. 8391.052. BOARD VACANCY. (a) Except as provided by
	Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
	in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
	(b) The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
	appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
	the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 625, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
	[Sections 8391.053-8391.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8391.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
	district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
	conferred by general law applicable to a municipal utility
	district, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 625, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
	CHAPTER 8393. PINE BOUGH PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8393.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8393.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8393.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8393.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8393.005-8393.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8393.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 8393.052. BOARD VACANCY
	[Sections 8393.053-8393.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8393.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS
	CHAPTER 8393. PINE BOUGH PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8393.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Pine Bough Public Utility
	District. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 247, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 8393.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 247, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 8393.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the boundaries
	of the district will benefit from the works and projects
	accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
	59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 247, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
	Sec. 8393.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 247, Acts
	of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971, as that territory
	may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
	process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to issue any type of bond for
	a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
	of and interest on the bond;
	(3) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(4) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 247, Sec. 2; New.)
	[Sections 8393.005-8393.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8393.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
	of five elected directors. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 247, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	Sec. 8393.052. BOARD VACANCY. (a) Except as provided by
	Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
	in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
	(b) The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
	appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
	the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 247, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
	[Sections 8393.053-8393.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8393.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
	district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
	conferred by general law applicable to a municipal utility
	district, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 247, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
	CHAPTER 8394. PINE VILLAGE PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8394.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8394.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8394.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8394.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8394.005-8394.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8394.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 8394.052. BOARD VACANCY
	[Sections 8394.053-8394.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8394.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS
	CHAPTER 8394. PINE VILLAGE PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8394.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Pine Village Public Utility
	District. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 650, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 8394.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 650, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 8394.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the boundaries
	of the district will benefit from the works and projects
	accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
	59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 650, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
	Sec. 8394.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 650, Acts
	of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971, as that territory
	may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
	process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to issue any type of bond for
	a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
	of and interest on the bond;
	(3) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(4) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 650, Sec. 2; New.)
	[Sections 8394.005-8394.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8394.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
	of five elected directors. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 650, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	Sec. 8394.052. BOARD VACANCY. (a) Except as provided by
	Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
	in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
	(b) The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
	appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
	the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 650, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
	[Sections 8394.053-8394.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8394.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
	district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
	conferred by general law applicable to a municipal utility
	district, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 650, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
	CHAPTER 8395. TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8395.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8395.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8395.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8395.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 8395.005. PROHIBITION AGAINST IMPAIRMENT OF
	DISTRICT
	[Sections 8395.006-8395.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8395.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	[Sections 8395.052-8395.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8395.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
	DUTIES
	[Sections 8395.102-8395.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION
	Sec. 8395.151. ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY
	Sec. 8395.152. DUTIES OF MUNICIPALITY AFTER ANNEXATION
	CHAPTER 8395. TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8395.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Commission" means the Texas Commission on
	Environmental Quality.
	(3) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(4) "District" means the Travis County Municipal
	Utility District No. 3. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 1.02;
	New.)
	Sec. 8395.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Travis County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 74th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 1.01(a) (part), (b) (part).)
	Sec. 8395.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 1.01(b) (part), 1.05.)
	Sec. 8395.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 1.03, Chapter 791,
	Acts of the 74th Legislature, Regular Session, 1995, as that
	territory may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
	in the legislative process does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(3) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 1.04; New.)
	Sec. 8395.005. PROHIBITION AGAINST IMPAIRMENT OF DISTRICT.
	A municipality in whose extraterritorial jurisdiction the district
	is located may not take any action, including passing an ordinance
	or resolution, that:
	(1) impairs the district's ability to exercise the
	district's powers under this chapter; or
	(2) limits the district's ability to finance,
	construct, or operate the district's water, wastewater, or drainage
	systems. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 1.11.)
	[Sections 8395.006-8395.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8395.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of five directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 74th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 1.07(a), (d).)
	[Sections 8395.052-8395.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8395.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
	DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges,
	functions, and duties provided by general law applicable to a
	municipal utility district created under Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution, including Chapters 49, 50, and 54, Water Code.
	(Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 1.06(a) (part).)
	[Sections 8395.102-8395.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION
	Sec. 8395.151. ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY. A municipality
	may annex the district on the earlier of:
	(1) the installation of 90 percent of all works,
	improvements, facilities, plants, equipment, and appliances
	necessary and adequate to:
	(A) provide service to the proposed development
	within the district;
	(B) accomplish the purposes for which the
	district was created; and
	(C) exercise the powers provided by general law
	and this chapter; or
	(2) the 20th anniversary of the date the district was
	confirmed. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 1.12.)
	Sec. 8395.152. DUTIES OF MUNICIPALITY AFTER ANNEXATION. If
	a municipality in whose extraterritorial jurisdiction the district
	is located annexes the district for full or limited purposes and the
	annexation precludes or impairs the ability of the district to
	issue bonds, the municipality shall:
	(1) simultaneously with the annexation, pay in cash to
	the landowner or developer of the district a sum equal to all actual
	costs and expenses incurred by the landowner or developer in
	connection with the district that:
	(A) the district has agreed in writing to pay;
	and
	(B) would otherwise have been eligible for
	reimbursement from bond proceeds under the rules and requirements
	of the commission as those rules and requirements exist on the date
	of annexation; and
	(2) after the annexation, install all necessary water,
	wastewater, and drainage facilities to serve full buildout of
	development within the district. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791,
	Sec. 1.13.)
	CHAPTER 8396. TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8396.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8396.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8396.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8396.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 8396.005. PROHIBITION AGAINST IMPAIRMENT OF
	DISTRICT
	[Sections 8396.006-8396.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8396.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	[Sections 8396.052-8396.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8396.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
	DUTIES
	[Sections 8396.102-8396.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION
	Sec. 8396.151. ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY
	Sec. 8396.152. DUTIES OF MUNICIPALITY AFTER ANNEXATION
	CHAPTER 8396. TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8396.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Commission" means the Texas Commission on
	Environmental Quality.
	(3) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(4) "District" means the Travis County Municipal
	Utility District No. 4. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 2.02;
	New.)
	Sec. 8396.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Travis County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 74th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 2.01(a) (part), (b) (part).)
	Sec. 8396.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 2.01(b) (part), 2.05.)
	Sec. 8396.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 2.03, Chapter 791,
	Acts of the 74th Legislature, Regular Session, 1995, as that
	territory may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
	in the legislative process does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(3) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 2.04; New.)
	Sec. 8396.005. PROHIBITION AGAINST IMPAIRMENT OF DISTRICT.
	A municipality in whose extraterritorial jurisdiction the district
	is located may not take any action, including passing an ordinance
	or resolution, that:
	(1) impairs the district's ability to exercise the
	district's powers under this chapter; or
	(2) limits the district's ability to finance,
	construct, or operate the district's water, wastewater, or drainage
	systems. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 2.11.)
	[Sections 8396.006-8396.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8396.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of five directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 74th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 2.07(a), (d).)
	[Sections 8396.052-8396.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8396.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
	DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges,
	functions, and duties provided by general law applicable to a
	municipal utility district created under Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution, including Chapters 49, 50, and 54, Water Code.
	(Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 2.06(a) (part).)
	[Sections 8396.102-8396.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION
	Sec. 8396.151. ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY. A municipality
	may annex the district on the earlier of:
	(1) the installation of 90 percent of all works,
	improvements, facilities, plants, equipment, and appliances
	necessary and adequate to:
	(A) provide service to the proposed development
	within the district;
	(B) accomplish the purposes for which the
	district was created; and
	(C) exercise the powers provided by general law
	and this chapter; or
	(2) the 20th anniversary of the date the district was
	confirmed. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 2.12.)
	Sec. 8396.152. DUTIES OF MUNICIPALITY AFTER ANNEXATION. If
	a municipality in whose extraterritorial jurisdiction the district
	is located annexes the district for full or limited purposes and the
	annexation precludes or impairs the ability of the district to
	issue bonds, the municipality shall:
	(1) simultaneously with the annexation, pay in cash to
	the landowner or developer of the district a sum equal to all actual
	costs and expenses incurred by the landowner or developer in
	connection with the district that:
	(A) the district has agreed in writing to pay;
	and
	(B) would otherwise have been eligible for
	reimbursement from bond proceeds under the rules and requirements
	of the commission as those rules and requirements exist on the date
	of annexation; and
	(2) after the annexation, install all necessary water,
	wastewater, and drainage facilities to serve full buildout of
	development within the district. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791,
	Sec. 2.13.)
	CHAPTER 8397. TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 5
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8397.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8397.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8397.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8397.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 8397.005. PROHIBITION AGAINST IMPAIRMENT OF
	DISTRICT
	[Sections 8397.006-8397.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8397.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	[Sections 8397.052-8397.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8397.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
	DUTIES
	[Sections 8397.102-8397.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION
	Sec. 8397.151. ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY
	Sec. 8397.152. DUTIES OF MUNICIPALITY AFTER ANNEXATION
	CHAPTER 8397. TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 5
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8397.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Commission" means the Texas Commission on
	Environmental Quality.
	(3) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(4) "District" means the Travis County Municipal
	Utility District No. 5. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 3.02;
	New.)
	Sec. 8397.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Travis County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 74th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 3.01(a) (part), (b) (part).)
	Sec. 8397.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 3.01(b) (part), 3.05.)
	Sec. 8397.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 3.03, Chapter 791,
	Acts of the 74th Legislature, Regular Session, 1995, as that
	territory may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
	in the legislative process does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(3) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 3.04; New.)
	Sec. 8397.005. PROHIBITION AGAINST IMPAIRMENT OF DISTRICT.
	A municipality in whose extraterritorial jurisdiction the district
	is located may not take any action, including passing an ordinance
	or resolution, that:
	(1) impairs the district's ability to exercise the
	district's powers under this chapter; or
	(2) limits the district's ability to finance,
	construct, or operate the district's water, wastewater, or drainage
	systems. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 3.11.)
	[Sections 8397.006-8397.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8397.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of five directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 74th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 3.07(a), (d).)
	[Sections 8397.052-8397.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8397.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
	DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges,
	functions, and duties provided by general law applicable to a
	municipal utility district created under Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution, including Chapters 49, 50, and 54, Water Code.
	(Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 3.06(a) (part).)
	[Sections 8397.102-8397.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION
	Sec. 8397.151. ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY. A municipality
	may annex the district on the earlier of:
	(1) the installation of 90 percent of all works,
	improvements, facilities, plants, equipment, and appliances
	necessary and adequate to:
	(A) provide service to the proposed development
	within the district;
	(B) accomplish the purposes for which the
	district was created; and
	(C) exercise the powers provided by general law
	and this chapter; or
	(2) the 20th anniversary of the date the district was
	confirmed. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 3.12.)
	Sec. 8397.152. DUTIES OF MUNICIPALITY AFTER ANNEXATION. If
	a municipality in whose extraterritorial jurisdiction the district
	is located annexes the district for full or limited purposes and the
	annexation precludes or impairs the ability of the district to
	issue bonds, the municipality shall:
	(1) simultaneously with the annexation, pay in cash to
	the landowner or developer of the district a sum equal to all actual
	costs and expenses incurred by the landowner or developer in
	connection with the district that:
	(A) the district has agreed in writing to pay;
	and
	(B) would otherwise have been eligible for
	reimbursement from bond proceeds under the rules and requirements
	of the commission as those rules and requirements exist on the date
	of annexation; and
	(2) after the annexation, install all necessary water,
	wastewater, and drainage facilities to serve full buildout of
	development within the district. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791,
	Sec. 3.13.)
	CHAPTER 8398. TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 6
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8398.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8398.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8398.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8398.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 8398.005. PROHIBITION AGAINST IMPAIRMENT OF
	DISTRICT
	[Sections 8398.006-8398.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8398.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	[Sections 8398.052-8398.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8398.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
	DUTIES
	[Sections 8398.102-8398.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION
	Sec. 8398.151. ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY
	Sec. 8398.152. DUTIES OF MUNICIPALITY AFTER ANNEXATION
	CHAPTER 8398. TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 6
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8398.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Commission" means the Texas Commission on
	Environmental Quality.
	(3) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(4) "District" means the Travis County Municipal
	Utility District No. 6. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 4.02;
	New.)
	Sec. 8398.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Travis County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 74th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 4.01(a) (part), (b) (part).)
	Sec. 8398.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 4.01(b) (part), 4.05.)
	Sec. 8398.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 4.03, Chapter 791,
	Acts of the 74th Legislature, Regular Session, 1995, as that
	territory may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
	in the legislative process does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(3) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 4.04; New.)
	Sec. 8398.005. PROHIBITION AGAINST IMPAIRMENT OF DISTRICT.
	A municipality in whose extraterritorial jurisdiction the district
	is located may not take any action, including passing an ordinance
	or resolution, that:
	(1) impairs the district's ability to exercise the
	district's powers under this chapter; or
	(2) limits the district's ability to finance,
	construct, or operate the district's water, wastewater, or drainage
	systems. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 4.11.)
	[Sections 8398.006-8398.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8398.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of five directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 74th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 4.07(a), (d).)
	[Sections 8398.052-8398.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8398.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
	DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges,
	functions, and duties provided by general law applicable to a
	municipal utility district created under Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution, including Chapters 49, 50, and 54, Water Code.
	(Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 4.06(a) (part).)
	[Sections 8398.102-8398.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION
	Sec. 8398.151. ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY. A municipality
	may annex the district on the earlier of:
	(1) the installation of 90 percent of all works,
	improvements, facilities, plants, equipment, and appliances
	necessary and adequate to:
	(A) provide service to the proposed development
	within the district;
	(B) accomplish the purposes for which the
	district was created; and
	(C) exercise the powers provided by general law
	and this chapter; or
	(2) the 20th anniversary of the date the district was
	confirmed. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 4.12.)
	Sec. 8398.152. DUTIES OF MUNICIPALITY AFTER ANNEXATION. If
	a municipality in whose extraterritorial jurisdiction the district
	is located annexes the district for full or limited purposes and the
	annexation precludes or impairs the ability of the district to
	issue bonds, the municipality shall:
	(1) simultaneously with the annexation, pay in cash to
	the landowner or developer of the district a sum equal to all actual
	costs and expenses incurred by the landowner or developer in
	connection with the district that:
	(A) the district has agreed in writing to pay;
	and
	(B) would otherwise have been eligible for
	reimbursement from bond proceeds under the rules and requirements
	of the commission as those rules and requirements exist on the date
	of annexation; and
	(2) after the annexation, install all necessary water,
	wastewater, and drainage facilities to serve full buildout of
	development within the district. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791,
	Sec. 4.13.)
	CHAPTER 8399. TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 7
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8399.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8399.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8399.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8399.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 8399.005. PROHIBITION AGAINST IMPAIRMENT OF
	DISTRICT
	[Sections 8399.006-8399.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8399.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	[Sections 8399.052-8399.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8399.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
	DUTIES
	[Sections 8399.102-8399.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION
	Sec. 8399.151. ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY
	Sec. 8399.152. DUTIES OF MUNICIPALITY AFTER ANNEXATION
	CHAPTER 8399. TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 7
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8399.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Commission" means the Texas Commission on
	Environmental Quality.
	(3) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(4) "District" means the Travis County Municipal
	Utility District No. 7. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 5.02;
	New.)
	Sec. 8399.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Travis County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 74th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 5.01(a) (part), (b) (part).)
	Sec. 8399.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 5.01(b) (part), 5.05.)
	Sec. 8399.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 5.03, Chapter 791,
	Acts of the 74th Legislature, Regular Session, 1995, as that
	territory may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
	in the legislative process does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(3) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 5.04; New.)
	Sec. 8399.005. PROHIBITION AGAINST IMPAIRMENT OF DISTRICT.
	A municipality in whose extraterritorial jurisdiction the district
	is located may not take any action, including passing an ordinance
	or resolution, that:
	(1) impairs the district's ability to exercise the
	district's powers under this chapter; or
	(2) limits the district's ability to finance,
	construct, or operate the district's water, wastewater, or drainage
	systems. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 5.11.)
	[Sections 8399.006-8399.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8399.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of five directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 74th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 5.07(a), (d).)
	[Sections 8399.052-8399.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8399.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
	DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges,
	functions, and duties provided by general law applicable to a
	municipal utility district created under Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution, including Chapters 49, 50, and 54, Water Code.
	(Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 5.06(a) (part).)
	[Sections 8399.102-8399.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION
	Sec. 8399.151. ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY. A municipality
	may annex the district on the earlier of:
	(1) the installation of 90 percent of all works,
	improvements, facilities, plants, equipment, and appliances
	necessary and adequate to:
	(A) provide service to the proposed development
	within the district;
	(B) accomplish the purposes for which the
	district was created; and
	(C) exercise the powers provided by general law
	and this chapter; or
	(2) the 20th anniversary of the date the district was
	confirmed. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 5.12.)
	Sec. 8399.152. DUTIES OF MUNICIPALITY AFTER ANNEXATION. If
	a municipality in whose extraterritorial jurisdiction the district
	is located annexes the district for full or limited purposes and the
	annexation precludes or impairs the ability of the district to
	issue bonds, the municipality shall:
	(1) simultaneously with the annexation, pay in cash to
	the landowner or developer of the district a sum equal to all actual
	costs and expenses incurred by the landowner or developer in
	connection with the district that:
	(A) the district has agreed in writing to pay;
	and
	(B) would otherwise have been eligible for
	reimbursement from bond proceeds under the rules and requirements
	of the commission as those rules and requirements exist on the date
	of annexation; and
	(2) after the annexation, install all necessary water,
	wastewater, and drainage facilities to serve full buildout of
	development within the district. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791,
	Sec. 5.13.)
	CHAPTER 8400. TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 8
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8400.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8400.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8400.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8400.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 8400.005. PROHIBITION AGAINST IMPAIRMENT OF
	DISTRICT
	[Sections 8400.006-8400.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8400.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	[Sections 8400.052-8400.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8400.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
	DUTIES
	[Sections 8400.102-8400.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION
	Sec. 8400.151. ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY
	Sec. 8400.152. DUTIES OF MUNICIPALITY AFTER ANNEXATION
	CHAPTER 8400. TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 8
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8400.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Commission" means the Texas Commission on
	Environmental Quality.
	(3) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(4) "District" means the Travis County Municipal
	Utility District No. 8. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 6.02;
	New.)
	Sec. 8400.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Travis County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 74th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 6.01(a) (part), (b) (part).)
	Sec. 8400.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 6.01(b) (part), 6.05.)
	Sec. 8400.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 6.03, Chapter 791,
	Acts of the 74th Legislature, Regular Session, 1995, as that
	territory may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
	in the legislative process does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(3) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 6.04; New.)
	Sec. 8400.005. PROHIBITION AGAINST IMPAIRMENT OF DISTRICT.
	A municipality in whose extraterritorial jurisdiction the district
	is located may not take any action, including passing an ordinance
	or resolution, that:
	(1) impairs the district's ability to exercise the
	district's powers under this chapter; or
	(2) limits the district's ability to finance,
	construct, or operate the district's water, wastewater, or drainage
	systems. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 6.11.)
	[Sections 8400.006-8400.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8400.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of five directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 74th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 6.07(a), (d).)
	[Sections 8400.052-8400.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8400.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
	DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges,
	functions, and duties provided by general law applicable to a
	municipal utility district created under Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution, including Chapters 49, 50, and 54, Water Code.
	(Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 6.06(a) (part).)
	[Sections 8400.102-8400.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION
	Sec. 8400.151. ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY. A municipality
	may annex the district on the earlier of:
	(1) the installation of 90 percent of all works,
	improvements, facilities, plants, equipment, and appliances
	necessary and adequate to:
	(A) provide service to the proposed development
	within the district;
	(B) accomplish the purposes for which the
	district was created; and
	(C) exercise the powers provided by general law
	and this chapter; or
	(2) the 20th anniversary of the date the district was
	confirmed. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 6.12.)
	Sec. 8400.152. DUTIES OF MUNICIPALITY AFTER ANNEXATION. If
	a municipality in whose extraterritorial jurisdiction the district
	is located annexes the district for full or limited purposes and the
	annexation precludes or impairs the ability of the district to
	issue bonds, the municipality shall:
	(1) simultaneously with the annexation, pay in cash to
	the landowner or developer of the district a sum equal to all actual
	costs and expenses incurred by the landowner or developer in
	connection with the district that:
	(A) the district has agreed in writing to pay;
	and
	(B) would otherwise have been eligible for
	reimbursement from bond proceeds under the rules and requirements
	of the commission as those rules and requirements exist on the date
	of annexation; and
	(2) after the annexation, install all necessary water,
	wastewater, and drainage facilities to serve full buildout of
	development within the district. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791,
	Sec. 6.13.)
	CHAPTER 8401. TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 9
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8401.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8401.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8401.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8401.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 8401.005. PROHIBITION AGAINST IMPAIRMENT OF
	DISTRICT
	[Sections 8401.006-8401.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8401.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	[Sections 8401.052-8401.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8401.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
	DUTIES
	[Sections 8401.102-8401.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION
	Sec. 8401.151. ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY
	Sec. 8401.152. DUTIES OF MUNICIPALITY AFTER ANNEXATION
	CHAPTER 8401. TRAVIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 9
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8401.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Commission" means the Texas Commission on
	Environmental Quality.
	(3) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(4) "District" means the Travis County Municipal
	Utility District No. 9. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 7.02;
	New.)
	Sec. 8401.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Travis County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 74th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 7.01(a) (part), (b) (part).)
	Sec. 8401.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 7.01(b) (part), 7.05.)
	Sec. 8401.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 7.03, Chapter 791,
	Acts of the 74th Legislature, Regular Session, 1995, as that
	territory may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
	in the legislative process does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(3) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 7.04; New.)
	Sec. 8401.005. PROHIBITION AGAINST IMPAIRMENT OF DISTRICT.
	A municipality in whose extraterritorial jurisdiction the district
	is located may not take any action, including passing an ordinance
	or resolution, that:
	(1) impairs the district's ability to exercise the
	district's powers under this chapter; or
	(2) limits the district's ability to finance,
	construct, or operate the district's water, wastewater, or drainage
	systems. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 7.11.)
	[Sections 8401.006-8401.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8401.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of five directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 74th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Secs. 7.07(a), (d).)
	[Sections 8401.052-8401.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8401.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS AND
	DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges, functions,
	and duties provided by general law applicable to a municipal
	utility district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution, including Chapters 49, 50, and 54, Water Code. (Acts
	74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 7.06(a) (part).)
	[Sections 8401.102-8401.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. MUNICIPAL ANNEXATION
	Sec. 8401.151. ANNEXATION BY MUNICIPALITY. A municipality
	may annex the district on the earlier of:
	(1) the installation of 90 percent of all works,
	improvements, facilities, plants, equipment, and appliances
	necessary and adequate to:
	(A) provide service to the proposed development
	within the district;
	(B) accomplish the purposes for which the
	district was created; and
	(C) exercise the powers provided by general law
	and this chapter; or
	(2) the 20th anniversary of the date the district was
	confirmed. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791, Sec. 7.12.)
	Sec. 8401.152. DUTIES OF MUNICIPALITY AFTER ANNEXATION. If
	a municipality in whose extraterritorial jurisdiction the district
	is located annexes the district for full or limited purposes and the
	annexation precludes or impairs the ability of the district to
	issue bonds, the municipality shall:
	(1) simultaneously with the annexation, pay in cash to
	the landowner or developer of the district a sum equal to all actual
	costs and expenses incurred by the landowner or developer in
	connection with the district that:
	(A) the district has agreed in writing to pay;
	and
	(B) would otherwise have been eligible for
	reimbursement from bond proceeds under the rules and requirements
	of the commission as those rules and requirements exist on the date
	of annexation; and
	(2) after the annexation, install all necessary water,
	wastewater, and drainage facilities to serve full buildout of
	development within the district. (Acts 74th Leg., R.S., Ch. 791,
	Sec. 7.13.)
	CHAPTER 8402. ROLLING CREEK UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8402.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8402.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8402.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8402.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8402.005-8402.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8402.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 8402.052. BOARD VACANCY
	[Sections 8402.053-8402.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8402.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS
	CHAPTER 8402. ROLLING CREEK UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8402.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Rolling Creek Utility
	District. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 662, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 8402.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 662, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 8402.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the boundaries
	of the district will benefit from the works and projects
	accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
	59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 662, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
	Sec. 8402.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 662, Acts
	of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971, as that territory
	may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
	process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to issue any type of bond for
	a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
	of and interest on the bond;
	(3) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(4) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 662, Sec. 2; New.)
	[Sections 8402.005-8402.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8402.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
	of five elected directors. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 662, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	Sec. 8402.052. BOARD VACANCY. (a) Except as provided by
	Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
	in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
	(b) The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
	appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
	the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 662, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
	[Sections 8402.053-8402.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8402.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
	district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
	conferred by general law applicable to a municipal utility
	district, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 662, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
	CHAPTER 8403. ROLLING FORK PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8403.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8403.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8403.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8403.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8403.005-8403.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8403.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 8403.052. BOARD VACANCY
	[Sections 8403.053-8403.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8403.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS
	CHAPTER 8403. ROLLING FORK PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8403.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Rolling Fork Public Utility
	District. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 689, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 8403.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 62nd Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 689, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 8403.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the boundaries
	of the district will benefit from the works and projects
	accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
	59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 689, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
	Sec. 8403.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 689, Acts
	of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971, as that territory
	may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
	process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to issue any type of bond for
	a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
	of and interest on the bond;
	(3) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(4) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 689, Sec. 2; New.)
	[Sections 8403.005-8403.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8403.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
	of five elected directors. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 689, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	Sec. 8403.052. BOARD VACANCY. (a) Except as provided by
	Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
	in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
	(b) The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
	appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
	the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 689, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
	[Sections 8403.053-8403.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8403.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
	district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
	conferred by general law applicable to a municipal utility
	district, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 689, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
	CHAPTER 8404. ROMAN FOREST PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8404.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8404.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8404.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8404.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8404.005-8404.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8404.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 8404.052. BOARD VACANCY
	[Sections 8404.053-8404.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8404.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS
	CHAPTER 8404. ROMAN FOREST PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 3
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8404.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Roman Forest Public Utility
	District No. 3. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 668, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 8404.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Montgomery County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 62nd Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 668, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 8404.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the boundaries
	of the district will benefit from the works and projects
	accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
	59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 668, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
	Sec. 8404.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 668, Acts
	of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971, as that territory
	may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
	process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to issue any type of bond for
	a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
	of and interest on the bond;
	(3) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(4) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 668, Sec. 2; New.)
	[Sections 8404.005-8404.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8404.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
	of five elected directors. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 668, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	Sec. 8404.052. BOARD VACANCY. (a) Except as provided by
	Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
	in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
	(b) The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
	appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
	the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 668, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
	[Sections 8404.053-8404.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8404.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
	district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
	conferred by general law applicable to a municipal utility
	district, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 668, Sec. 5 (part); New.)

	CHAPTER 8405. ROMAN FOREST PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8405.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8405.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8405.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8405.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8405.005-8405.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8405.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 8405.052. BOARD VACANCY
	[Sections 8405.053-8405.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8405.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS
	CHAPTER 8405. ROMAN FOREST PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 4
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8405.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Roman Forest Public Utility
	District No. 4. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 669, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 8405.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Montgomery County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 62nd Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 669, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 8405.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the boundaries
	of the district will benefit from the works and projects
	accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
	59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 669, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
	Sec. 8405.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 669, Acts
	of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971, as that territory
	may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
	process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to issue any type of bond for
	a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
	of and interest on the bond;
	(3) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(4) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 669, Sec. 2; New.)
	[Sections 8405.005-8405.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8405.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
	of five elected directors. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 669, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	Sec. 8405.052. BOARD VACANCY. (a) Except as provided by
	Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
	in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
	(b) The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
	appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
	the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 669, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
	[Sections 8405.053-8405.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8405.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
	district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
	conferred by general law applicable to a municipal utility
	district, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 669, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
	CHAPTER 8406. SPRING CREEK FOREST PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8406.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8406.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8406.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8406.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8406.005-8406.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8406.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 8406.052. BOARD VACANCY
	[Sections 8406.053-8406.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8406.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS
	CHAPTER 8406. SPRING CREEK FOREST PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8406.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Spring Creek Forest Public
	Utility District. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 630, Sec. 1 (part);
	New.)
	Sec. 8406.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 62nd Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 630, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 8406.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the boundaries
	of the district will benefit from the works and projects
	accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
	59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 630, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
	Sec. 8406.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 630, Acts
	of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971, as that territory
	may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
	process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to issue any type of bond for
	a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
	of and interest on the bond;
	(3) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(4) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 630, Sec. 2; New.)
	[Sections 8406.005-8406.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8406.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
	of five elected directors. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 630, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	Sec. 8406.052. BOARD VACANCY. (a) Except as provided by
	Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
	in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
	(b) The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
	appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
	the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 630, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
	[Sections 8406.053-8406.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8406.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
	district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
	conferred by general law applicable to a municipal utility
	district, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 630, Sec. 5 (part); New.)

	CHAPTER 8407. SPRING CREEK UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8407.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8407.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8407.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8407.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8407.005-8407.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8407.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 8407.052. BOARD VACANCY
	[Sections 8407.053-8407.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8407.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS
	CHAPTER 8407. SPRING CREEK UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8407.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Spring Creek Utility
	District. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 682, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 8407.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Montgomery County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 682, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 8407.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the boundaries
	of the district will benefit from the works and projects
	accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
	59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 682, Secs. 1 (part), 3.)
	Sec. 8407.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 682, Acts
	of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971, as that territory
	may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
	process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to issue any type of bond for
	a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
	of and interest on the bond;
	(3) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(4) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 682, Sec. 2; New.)
	[Sections 8407.005-8407.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8407.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
	of five elected directors. (Acts 62nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 682, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	Sec. 8407.052. BOARD VACANCY. (a) Except as provided by
	Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
	in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
	(b) The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality shall
	appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the board whenever
	the number of qualified directors is fewer than three. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 682, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
	[Sections 8407.053-8407.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8407.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
	district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions
	conferred by general law applicable to a municipal utility
	district, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 62nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 682, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
	CHAPTER 8410. QUAIL CREEK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8410.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8410.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8410.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 8410.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8410.005-8410.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8410.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	[Sections 8410.052-8410.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8410.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS
	Sec. 8410.102. WATER CONSERVATION PROGRAM
	CHAPTER 8410. QUAIL CREEK MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8410.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the board of directors of the
	district.
	(2) "Director" means a member of the board.
	(3) "District" means the Quail Creek Municipal Utility
	District. (New.)
	Sec. 8410.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district created under Section 59,
	Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 69th Leg., R.S., Ch. 865,
	Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 8410.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE. (a)
	The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the boundaries
	of the district will benefit from the works and projects
	accomplished by the district under the authority granted by Section
	59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	69th Leg., R.S., Ch. 865, Secs. 2, 5.)
	Sec. 8410.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 3, Chapter 865, Acts
	of the 69th Legislature, Regular Session, 1985, as that territory
	may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter H, Chapter 54, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in copying the field notes in the legislative
	process or another mistake in the field notes does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to issue bonds for a purpose
	for which the district was created or to pay the principal of and
	interest on the bonds;
	(3) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(4) the legality or operation of the district or the
	board. (Acts 69th Leg., R.S., Ch. 865, Sec. 4; New.)
	[Sections 8410.005-8410.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8410.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of five elected directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 69th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 865, Secs. 10(b) (part), (c).)
	[Sections 8410.052-8410.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8410.101. MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT POWERS. The
	district has the rights, powers, privileges, and functions provided
	by general law applicable to a municipal utility district created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution, including
	Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code. (Acts 69th Leg., R.S., Ch. 865,
	Sec. 6 (part); New.)
	Sec. 8410.102. WATER CONSERVATION PROGRAM. (a) In this
	section, "program of water conservation" means the practices,
	techniques, and technologies that will reduce water consumption,
	reduce water loss or waste, improve efficiency in water use, or
	increase water recycling and reuse so that a water supply is
	available for future uses.
	(b) The district shall adopt and implement a program of
	water conservation consistent with rules and criteria adopted and
	enforceable by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for
	similarly situated districts in the region. (Acts 69th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 865, Sec. 7.)
	SECTION 1.04. Subtitle G, Title 6, Special District Local
	Laws Code, is amended by adding Chapters 8504 and 8505 to read as
	follows:
	CHAPTER 8504. LOWER NECHES VALLEY AUTHORITY
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8504.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8504.002. CREATION AND NATURE OF AUTHORITY
	Sec. 8504.003. TERRITORY
	Sec. 8504.004. LIBERAL CONSTRUCTION OF CHAPTER
	[Sections 8504.005-8504.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS; ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8504.051. MEMBERSHIP OF BOARD
	Sec. 8504.052. TERMS
	Sec. 8504.053. VACANCY
	Sec. 8504.054. OATH AND BOND REQUIREMENT FOR DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8504.055. COMPENSATION OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8504.056. QUORUM; VOTING REQUIREMENT
	Sec. 8504.057. GENERAL MANAGER
	[Sections 8504.058-8504.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8504.101. POWERS UNDER CONSTITUTION AND OTHER LAW
	Sec. 8504.102. POWERS TO ACCOMPLISH PURPOSES FOR WHICH
	CREATED
	Sec. 8504.103. GENERAL POWERS RELATING TO WORKS AND
	WATER
	Sec. 8504.104. ADDITIONAL POWERS RELATING TO
	PARTICULAR PURPOSES; NOT A LIMITATION
	Sec. 8504.105. POWERS RELATING TO PURCHASE OR
	CONSTRUCTION OF WORKS OR ACQUISITION
	OF PROPERTY
	Sec. 8504.106. ADDITIONAL POWERS RELATING TO
	ACQUISITION OR OPERATION OF PROPERTY
	Sec. 8504.107. POWERS RELATING TO CONTRACT, LEASE,
	AGREEMENT, OR CONVEYANCE
	Sec. 8504.108. POWERS RELATING TO RECREATIONAL
	FACILITIES
	Sec. 8504.109. EMINENT DOMAIN
	Sec. 8504.110. STATE SUPERVISION AND APPROVAL
	[Sections 8504.111-8504.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. POWERS RELATING TO DEVERS CANAL SYSTEM AND ITS WATER
	RIGHTS AND ASSOCIATED PROPERTY
	Sec. 8504.151. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8504.152. POWERS RELATING TO CANAL SYSTEM
	Sec. 8504.153. POWERS RELATING TO WATER
	Sec. 8504.154. RIGHT OF FIRST REFUSAL FOR CERTAIN
	WATER CONTRACTS
	[Sections 8504.155-8504.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
	Sec. 8504.201. DEFINITION
	Sec. 8504.202. LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS
	Sec. 8504.203. AUTHORITY FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
	PROGRAM; PROGRAM AREA
	Sec. 8504.204. ESTABLISHMENT OF PROGRAM
	Sec. 8504.205. PARTICIPATION IN PROGRAM BY OTHER
	PERSONS
	Sec. 8504.206. STAFFING AND FUNDING OF PROGRAM
	Sec. 8504.207. AGREEMENT
	Sec. 8504.208. GUIDELINES FOR ASSISTANCE TO PUBLIC
	FIREFIGHTING ORGANIZATIONS
	Sec. 8504.209. BOARD DETERMINATION CONCLUSIVE
	[Sections 8504.210-8504.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8504.251. FEES AND CHARGES
	Sec. 8504.252. TAX OR SPECIAL ASSESSMENT NOT
	AUTHORIZED BY CHAPTER
	[Sections 8504.253-8504.300 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER G. OBLIGATIONS RELATING TO BORROWED MONEY
	Sec. 8504.301. GENERAL POWER TO BORROW MONEY
	Sec. 8504.302. COVENANTS FOR MARKETABILITY
	Sec. 8504.303. HOLDER OF OBLIGATION MAY COMPEL
	PERFORMANCE
	Sec. 8504.304. HOLDER OF OBLIGATION ENTITLED TO
	ADMINISTRATOR OR RECEIVER
	Sec. 8504.305. ADDITIONAL SECURITY FOR OBLIGATION:
	MORTGAGE AND ENCUMBRANCE
	Sec. 8504.306. SALE UNDER MORTGAGE OR ENCUMBRANCE
	Sec. 8504.307. INSURING IMPROVEMENTS AND FACILITIES
	Sec. 8504.308. TAX EXEMPTION
	CHAPTER 8504. LOWER NECHES VALLEY AUTHORITY
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8504.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Authority" means the Lower Neches Valley
	Authority.
	(2) "Basins" means the Neches River basin and the
	adjoining Neches-Trinity coastal basin.
	(3) "Board" means the board of directors of the
	authority.
	(4) "Commission" means the Texas Commission on
	Environmental Quality.
	(5) "Director" means a member of the board. (Acts 43rd
	Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Secs. 1 (part), 13C(a)(2); New.)
	Sec. 8504.002. CREATION AND NATURE OF AUTHORITY. The
	authority is created as a conservation and reclamation district.
	The authority is an independent governmental agency and a body
	politic and corporate. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 1
	(part).)
	Sec. 8504.003. TERRITORY. Unless modified under Subchapter
	J, Chapter 49, Water Code, or other law, the authority's territory
	is composed of:
	(1) all of Jefferson, Hardin, and Tyler Counties;
	(2) a strip of land 10 miles in width off the eastern
	end of Liberty County (the west line of that strip being parallel to
	and 10 miles west of the extreme eastern boundary line of Liberty
	County); and
	(3) a strip of land 15 miles in width off the east side
	of Chambers County (the west line of that strip being parallel to
	and 15 miles west of the eastern boundary line of Chambers County).
	(Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 2; New.)
	Sec. 8504.004. LIBERAL CONSTRUCTION OF CHAPTER. This
	chapter shall be liberally construed to effect its purposes. (Acts
	43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 15 (part).)
	[Sections 8504.005-8504.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS; ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8504.051. MEMBERSHIP OF BOARD. (a) The board consists
	of nine directors appointed by the governor with the advice and
	consent of the senate.
	(b) Each director must be a freehold property taxpayer and a
	qualified voter of this state.
	(c) Five directors must reside in Jefferson County, two
	directors must reside in Hardin County, and two directors must
	reside in Tyler County. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 3
	(part).)
	Sec. 8504.052. TERMS. Directors hold office for staggered
	terms of six years. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 3
	(part).)
	Sec. 8504.053. VACANCY. A vacancy on the board shall be
	filled for the unexpired term in the same manner as provided for an
	appointment for a full term. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63,
	Sec. 3 (part).)
	Sec. 8504.054. OATH AND BOND REQUIREMENT FOR DIRECTORS.
	(a) A director shall, within 15 days after the date of appointment,
	qualify by taking the constitutional oath of office and by filing a
	good and sufficient bond with the secretary of state.
	(b) The bond is subject to approval by the secretary of
	state and must:
	(1) be in the amount of $5,000;
	(2) be payable to the authority; and
	(3) be conditioned on the faithful performance of the
	duties as a director. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 3
	(part).)
	Sec. 8504.055. COMPENSATION OF DIRECTORS. (a) A director
	is entitled to receive a fee of office for each day of service
	approved by a vote of the board and necessary to discharge the
	director's duties.
	(b) The board shall set the fee described by Subsection (a)
	in an amount not greater than the amount allowed under general law.
	(Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 7.)
	Sec. 8504.056. QUORUM; VOTING REQUIREMENT. (a) Five
	directors constitute a quorum at any meeting.
	(b) A concurrence of a majority of the directors present is
	sufficient in any matter pertaining to authority business. (Acts
	43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 4.)
	Sec. 8504.057. GENERAL MANAGER. The board shall employ a
	general manager at the compensation set by a majority of the board.
	(Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 3 (part).)
	[Sections 8504.058-8504.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8504.101. POWERS UNDER CONSTITUTION AND OTHER LAW.
	The authority has and is vested with the powers of a conservation
	and reclamation district under the constitution and other laws of
	this state, including the powers:
	(1) expressly authorized by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution, for a district created to conserve, store,
	control, preserve, use, and distribute storm water, floodwater, and
	the water of the rivers and streams of the state;
	(2) implied by the purposes of that section of the
	constitution; and
	(3) conferred by general law. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st
	C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 8504.102. POWERS TO ACCOMPLISH PURPOSES FOR WHICH
	CREATED. The authority has and may exercise the functions, powers,
	rights, and duties as may permit the authority to accomplish the
	purposes for which it is created. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch.
	63, Sec. 15 (part).)
	Sec. 8504.103. GENERAL POWERS RELATING TO WORKS AND WATER.
	(a) The authority may construct, maintain, and operate in the
	basins, inside or outside the authority, any work considered
	essential:
	(1) to the operation of the authority; and
	(2) for the authority's administration in the control,
	storage, preservation, and distribution to all useful purposes of
	the water, including storm water and floodwater, of the basins.
	(b) The authority has the same power of control and
	regulation over the water of the basins that the state has, subject
	to the constitution and statutes of this state. (Acts 43rd Leg.,
	1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 8504.104. ADDITIONAL POWERS RELATING TO PARTICULAR
	PURPOSES; NOT A LIMITATION. (a) For the conservation and
	beneficial use of the water of the basins, including storm water and
	floodwater, the authority may control and use the water in the
	manner and for the particular purposes described below:
	(1) for the prevention of the devastation of land from
	recurrent overflows;
	(2) for the protection of life and property in the
	authority from uncontrolled floodwater;
	(3) to encourage the conservation of soil;
	(4) to prevent destructive erosion;
	(5) to provide through practical and legal means for
	the control and coordination of the regulation of that water;
	(6) to provide by adequate organization and
	administration for the preservation of the equitable rights of the
	people of different sections of the watershed area in the
	beneficial use of that water;
	(7) for the storage, control, and conservation of that
	water inside or outside the authority and the prevention of the
	escape of that water without the maximum of public service;
	(8) for the equitable distribution of that water to
	the regional potential requirements for all uses;
	(9) for any purpose for which floodwater and storm
	water when controlled and conserved may be used in the performance
	of a useful service as authorized by the constitution of this state;
	(10) for the conservation of the water essential for
	the domestic and municipal uses of the people of the authority;
	(11) to control the water and make it available for use
	in the development of commercial and industrial enterprises in the
	basins or the authority;
	(12) to control, store, and use the water in the
	development and distribution of hydroelectric power, if that use is
	economically coordinated with and subordinate to other uses
	declared by law to be superior;
	(13) for the irrigation of all land in the authority or
	outside the authority but inside the basins; and
	(14) to provide for the drainage of land in the basins.
	(b) The plans and works provided by the authority in acting
	under this section, and the works provided under the power of the
	authority in acting under this section, shall have primary regard
	for the necessary and potential needs for water by or in the area in
	the authority constituting the basins.
	(c) This section does not limit the powers of the authority
	expressed elsewhere in this chapter or under other law. (Acts 43rd
	Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 13A-1.)
	Sec. 8504.105. POWERS RELATING TO PURCHASE OR CONSTRUCTION
	OF WORKS OR ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY. The authority may:
	(1) purchase or construct any work necessary or
	convenient for the exercise of the authority's powers under this
	chapter and to accomplish the purposes of this chapter; and
	(2) purchase or otherwise acquire land or other
	property necessary or convenient for carrying out the purposes of
	this chapter. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 13A-2.)
	Sec. 8504.106. ADDITIONAL POWERS RELATING TO ACQUISITION OR
	OPERATION OF PROPERTY. (a) In this section, "property" includes:
	(1) rights, including water rights; and
	(2) land, tenements, easements, rights-of-way,
	improvements, reservoirs, dams, canals, laterals, plants, works,
	and facilities.
	(b) The authority may investigate, plan, acquire,
	construct, maintain, or operate any property the authority
	considers necessary or proper to accomplish the purposes for which
	the authority is created.
	(c) The power described by Subsection (b) includes the power
	to acquire, inside or outside the authority, property and all other
	rights that are incidental or helpful to carrying out the purposes
	for which the authority is created. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch.
	63, Sec. 15 (part); New.)
	Sec. 8504.107. POWERS RELATING TO CONTRACT, LEASE,
	AGREEMENT, OR CONVEYANCE. (a) In this section, "property"
	includes land, rights, tenements, easements, improvements,
	reservoirs, dams, canals, laterals, plants, works, and facilities.
	(b) The authority may with any person enter into a contract,
	lease, or agreement necessary or convenient to carry out a power
	granted to the authority under this chapter.
	(c) The authority may:
	(1) convey or cause to be conveyed any of its property
	to the United States; and
	(2) enter into a lease, regardless of whether it
	includes a privilege of purchase, with the United States relating
	to the property and obligate the authority to pay rent under the
	lease from the income or other revenue of the property.
	(d) A contract, lease, or agreement under this section must
	be approved by board resolution and must be executed by the board
	president and attested by the board secretary.
	(e) This section does not authorize the authority to assume
	an obligation requiring a payment from taxes. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st
	C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 13A-5; New.)
	Sec. 8504.108. POWERS RELATING TO RECREATIONAL FACILITIES.
	The authority may acquire land for recreational facilities and may
	construct, operate, and maintain recreational facilities as
	provided by general law, provided that money derived from taxation
	may not be spent in purchasing that land or constructing and
	maintaining those facilities. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63,
	Sec. 13A-6.)
	Sec. 8504.109. EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) The authority may
	exercise the power of eminent domain inside or outside the
	authority to acquire the fee simple title to, or an easement or
	right-of-way over or through, any private or public land, water, or
	land under water that is necessary or convenient for carrying out
	any purpose or power conferred on the authority by this chapter.
	(b) A condemnation proceeding is under the direction of the
	board and must be in the name of the authority.
	(c) The assessment of damages and all procedures with
	reference to condemnation, appeal, and payment must conform to
	Chapter 21, Property Code. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec.
	13A-3.)
	Sec. 8504.110. STATE SUPERVISION AND APPROVAL. The powers
	and duties conferred on the authority by this chapter, and the
	adequacy of any plan for flood control or conservation improvement
	purposes devised by the authority, are subject to such continuing
	rights of state supervision and state approvals as are required
	under general law. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 14.)
	[Sections 8504.111-8504.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. POWERS RELATING TO DEVERS CANAL SYSTEM AND ITS WATER
	RIGHTS AND ASSOCIATED PROPERTY
	Sec. 8504.151. DEFINITIONS. In this subchapter:
	(1) "Canal system" means the canal system and
	associated properties generally known as the Devers Canal System.
	(2) "Navigation district" means the Chambers-Liberty
	Counties Navigation District. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63,
	Secs. 13C(a)(1), (3).)
	Sec. 8504.152. POWERS RELATING TO CANAL SYSTEM. The
	authority may:
	(1) acquire, own, operate, maintain, and improve the
	canal system; and
	(2) enlarge and extend the canal system east of the
	Trinity River in Chambers, Liberty, and Jefferson Counties. (Acts
	43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 13C(b).)
	Sec. 8504.153. POWERS RELATING TO WATER. (a) The
	authority may own the water rights and appropriate and divert water
	of this state under the permits and contracts previously owned by
	and acquired from the Devers Canal Rice Producers Association, Inc.
	(b) Except as provided by Section 8504.154, the authority
	may distribute, sell, and use water of this state for any purpose
	approved by the commission. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63,
	Secs. 13C(c), (d).)
	Sec. 8504.154. RIGHT OF FIRST REFUSAL FOR CERTAIN WATER
	CONTRACTS. (a) This section applies only to a contract to sell or
	provide water:
	(1) that is for any use other than irrigation in
	Chambers County outside the authority's boundaries; and
	(2) that the navigation district had authority to sell
	or provide under the navigation district's water rights on May 1,
	2009.
	(b) Before entering into a contract, the authority must:
	(1) send to the navigation district a written notice
	of intent to sell or provide water for nonirrigation use in Chambers
	County outside the authority's boundaries; and
	(2) allow the navigation district 30 days to exercise
	a right of first refusal to provide the water.
	(c) Not later than the 30th day after the date the
	navigation district receives the notice of intent under Subsection
	(b), the navigation district may exercise its right of first
	refusal under Subsection (b) by delivering to the authority notice
	that it intends to exercise that right.
	(d) The authority may enter into a contract only if the
	navigation district:
	(1) fails to comply with Subsection (c); or
	(2) complies with Subsection (c) and does not enter
	into a contract to sell or otherwise provide water for the use
	described by the authority's notice of intent under Subsection (b)
	before the expiration of four months after the date the navigation
	district receives the notice of intent. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S.,
	Ch. 63, Secs. 13C(e), (f), (g).)
	[Sections 8504.155-8504.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
	Sec. 8504.201. DEFINITION. In this subchapter, "economic
	development program" includes a community assistance program, a
	privatization program, or any other program designed to:
	(1) encourage economic diversification;
	(2) maintain or expand employment;
	(3) train persons;
	(4) eliminate conditions detrimental to the public
	health, safety, or welfare;
	(5) improve the quality or quantity of services
	essential for the development of viable communities and economic
	growth, including services related to:
	(A) education;
	(B) transportation;
	(C) public safety;
	(D) recreation;
	(E) health care;
	(F) water and wastewater treatment; or
	(G) rural water and sewer development; or
	(6) contribute to the health and development of a
	community to improve the attractiveness of the community to public
	and private enterprises. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec.
	13B(h).)
	Sec. 8504.202. LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS. The legislature finds
	that the economic development programs authorized by this
	subchapter are a specific public purpose and governmental function
	of the authority in accordance with:
	(1) Section 52-a, Article III, Texas Constitution; and
	(2) to the extent that the programs provide assistance
	to public firefighting organizations, Section 51-a-1, Article III,
	Texas Constitution. (Acts 75th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1263, Sec. 4.)
	Sec. 8504.203. AUTHORITY FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM;
	PROGRAM AREA. The authority may, in the areas served by the
	authority, sponsor and participate in an economic development
	program intended to strengthen the economic base and further the
	economic development of this state. The program may not be outside
	the areas served by the authority unless the authority has entered
	into an interlocal agreement with an entity under Section 8504.205.
	(Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 13B(a).)
	Sec. 8504.204. ESTABLISHMENT OF PROGRAM. Each economic
	development program must be established by formal action of the
	board. The board shall:
	(1) establish the goals of the program;
	(2) impose requirements on persons participating in
	and receiving the benefits of the program; and
	(3) provide restrictions, procedures, and budget
	limits that the board determines are necessary to ensure that the
	governmental purposes of this subchapter and the program are
	achieved. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 13B(b).)
	Sec. 8504.205. PARTICIPATION IN PROGRAM BY OTHER PERSONS.
	A program under this subchapter may involve grants or loans of
	money, services, or equipment to a person engaged in an economic
	development activity, including a public firefighting
	organization, governmental body, nonprofit corporation, local or
	regional development council, or other nonprofit or noncommercial
	organization. The authority may provide assistance to a for-profit
	entity if the assistance is necessary or appropriate to carry out an
	economic development program consistent with the purposes of this
	subchapter. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 13B(c).)
	Sec. 8504.206. STAFFING AND FUNDING OF PROGRAM. (a) The
	authority may employ staff and spend authority resources to further
	an economic development program under this subchapter, except that
	the authority may not use money received from an ad valorem tax or a
	general appropriation to further a program.
	(b) The authority may apply for and receive from any source
	money, grants, or other assistance to carry out an economic
	development program under this subchapter. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st
	C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 13B(d).)
	Sec. 8504.207. AGREEMENT. The authority and any other
	public or private person may enter into an agreement with respect to
	an economic development program. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63,
	Sec. 13B(e).)
	Sec. 8504.208. GUIDELINES FOR ASSISTANCE TO PUBLIC
	FIREFIGHTING ORGANIZATIONS. If the authority provides
	scholarships, grants, loans, or financial assistance to a public
	firefighting organization, the authority shall adopt guidelines to
	determine:
	(1) eligibility for the assistance;
	(2) the amount of grants, loans, or other assistance
	the authority may make available to a firefighting organization;
	and
	(3) the type of equipment, education, or training for
	which the assistance may be used. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch.
	63, Sec. 13B(f).)
	Sec. 8504.209. BOARD DETERMINATION CONCLUSIVE. A
	determination by the board that a program is intended and expected
	to carry out the program's stated purposes is conclusive with
	respect to whether the purposes of this subchapter are satisfied.
	(Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 13B(g).)
	[Sections 8504.210-8504.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8504.251. FEES AND CHARGES. (a) The board shall
	prescribe fees and charges to be collected for the use of water, a
	water connection, or another service.
	(b) The fees and charges must be reasonable and equitable
	and sufficient to produce revenue adequate to pay the items
	described by Subsection (c). The fees and charges may not exceed
	what may be reasonably necessary to fulfill the obligations imposed
	on the authority by this chapter.
	(c) The board shall pay the following items from the fees
	and charges:
	(1) all expenses necessary to the operation and
	maintenance of the improvements and facilities of the authority,
	including:
	(A) the cost of acquiring materials and other
	property necessary to maintain the improvements and facilities in
	good condition and to operate them efficiently;
	(B) necessary wages and salaries of the
	authority; and
	(C) other expenses reasonably necessary to the
	efficient operation of the improvements and facilities;
	(2) the interest on any obligation issued under this
	chapter and payable from the revenue from the improvements and
	facilities; and
	(3) the amount required to be paid for the payment of
	an obligation issued under this chapter and payable from the
	revenue from the improvements and facilities.
	(d) If the revenue received exceeds the amount required for
	the purposes listed in Subsection (c), the board may pay from the
	excess revenue the cost of improvements and replacements not
	covered by Subsection (c)(1) and may establish a reasonable
	depreciation and emergency fund. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63,
	Sec. 13A-4.)
	Sec. 8504.252. TAX OR SPECIAL ASSESSMENT NOT AUTHORIZED BY
	CHAPTER. This chapter does not authorize the authority to levy a
	tax or special assessment or to create any debt payable from taxes.
	(Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 1 (part).)
	[Sections 8504.253-8504.300 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER G. OBLIGATIONS RELATING TO BORROWED MONEY
	Sec. 8504.301. GENERAL POWER TO BORROW MONEY. (a) The
	authority may:
	(1) borrow money for any corporate purpose from any
	source; and
	(2) issue a note, warrant, bond, certificate of
	indebtedness, or other form of obligation of the authority as
	evidence of the borrowed money.
	(b) An obligation of the authority under Subsection (a) is
	payable only from revenue derived from authority improvements and
	facilities and the operation and services of the improvements and
	facilities. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 16.)
	Sec. 8504.302. COVENANTS FOR MARKETABILITY. (a) As
	considered necessary to ensure the marketability of obligations
	issued under this chapter, a resolution or order authorizing
	issuance may contain covenants with the holders of the obligations
	as to:
	(1) the management and operation of the authority's
	improvements and facilities;
	(2) the collection of fees and charges for the use of
	the improvements and facilities;
	(3) the disposition of the fees and charges;
	(4) the issuance of future obligations and the
	creation of future liens, mortgages, and encumbrances against the
	improvements and facilities and the revenue of the improvements and
	facilities; and
	(5) other pertinent matters.
	(b) A covenant under this section may not be inconsistent
	with this chapter. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 20.)
	Sec. 8504.303. HOLDER OF OBLIGATION MAY COMPEL PERFORMANCE.
	(a) A holder of obligations issued under this chapter or of
	coupons originally attached to the obligations may enforce and
	compel the board's performance of all duties required by this
	chapter, including:
	(1) setting and collecting reasonable and sufficient
	fees or charges for the use of the authority's improvements and
	facilities;
	(2) segregating the income and revenue of the
	improvements and facilities; and
	(3) applying the income and revenue under this
	chapter.
	(b) The holder of the obligations or coupons may act under
	Subsection (a):
	(1) at law or in equity; and
	(2) by an action, mandamus, or other proceeding.
	(Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 22 (part).)
	Sec. 8504.304. HOLDER OF OBLIGATION ENTITLED TO
	ADMINISTRATOR OR RECEIVER. (a) If there is a default in the
	payment of the principal of or interest on an obligation issued
	under this chapter, any holder of the obligation is entitled to have
	a court appoint an administrator or receiver to administer and
	operate, on behalf of the authority and the holders of the
	obligation, the improvements and facilities the revenue of which is
	pledged to the payment of the obligation.
	(b) The administrator or receiver may:
	(1) set and collect fees and charges sufficient to:
	(A) provide for the payment of operation and
	maintenance expenses as described by this chapter; and
	(B) pay any outstanding obligations or interest
	coupons payable from the revenue of the improvements and
	facilities; and
	(2) apply the income and revenue of the improvements
	and facilities in accordance with this chapter and the proceedings
	authorizing the issuance of the obligation. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st
	C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 22 (part).)
	Sec. 8504.305. ADDITIONAL SECURITY FOR OBLIGATION:
	MORTGAGE AND ENCUMBRANCE. (a) As additional security for the
	payment of an obligation issued under this chapter, the board may
	have executed in favor of the holder of the obligation an indenture
	mortgaging and encumbering:
	(1) the improvements, facilities, and other property
	acquired with the proceeds of the sale of the obligation; or
	(2) all the authority's improvements, facilities, and
	other property.
	(b) The indenture may also mortgage and encumber the revenue
	to be derived from the operation of the improvements, facilities,
	and other property.
	(c) In the encumbrance, the board may provide for granting
	to any purchaser at a foreclosure sale under the encumbrance a
	franchise to operate the improvements, facilities, and other
	property for a term not to exceed 50 years after the date of the
	purchase, subject to the laws regulating the matter.
	(d) The indenture:
	(1) may contain the provisions the board considers
	proper; and
	(2) is enforceable in the manner provided by the laws
	of this state for the enforcement of other mortgages and
	encumbrances. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 23 (part).)
	Sec. 8504.306. SALE UNDER MORTGAGE OR ENCUMBRANCE.
	(a) Under a sale ordered under a mortgage or encumbrance described
	by Section 8504.305, a purchaser of the improvements, facilities,
	and other property at the sale, and the purchaser's successors or
	assigns, are vested with a permit and franchise to maintain and
	operate the improvements, facilities, and other property, with
	powers and privileges like those held by the authority in the
	operation of the improvements, facilities, and other property.
	(b) Instead of operating the improvements, facilities, and
	other property as provided by Subsection (a), the purchaser and the
	purchaser's successors or assigns may remove all or part of the
	improvements, facilities, and other property for diversion to other
	purposes. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec. 23 (part).)
	Sec. 8504.307. INSURING IMPROVEMENTS AND FACILITIES.
	(a) The board and the purchaser of an obligation issued under this
	chapter may enter into an agreement under which the board agrees to:
	(1) keep all the improvements and facilities, the
	revenue of which is pledged to the payment of the obligation,
	insured with one or more insurers of good standing against loss or
	damage by fire, water or flood, or another hazard that private
	companies operating similar properties customarily cover by
	insurance; and
	(2) carry with one or more insurers of good standing
	the insurance covering the use and occupancy of the property that is
	customarily carried by private companies operating similar
	properties.
	(b) The board shall budget the cost of the insurance as a
	maintenance and operation expense.
	(c) The insurance shall be carried for the benefit of the
	holder of the obligation. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 63, Sec.
	25; New.)
	Sec. 8504.308. TAX EXEMPTION. An obligation issued under
	this chapter is exempt from taxation by this state or by any
	political subdivision of this state. (Acts 43rd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch.
	63, Sec. 26.)
	CHAPTER 8505. CENTRAL COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8505.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8505.002. CREATION AND NATURE OF AUTHORITY
	Sec. 8505.003. TERRITORY
	Sec. 8505.004. LIBERAL CONSTRUCTION OF CHAPTER
	[Sections 8505.005-8505.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS; ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8505.051. MEMBERSHIP OF BOARD
	Sec. 8505.052. TERMS
	Sec. 8505.053. REMOVAL
	Sec. 8505.054. VACANCY
	Sec. 8505.055. COMPENSATION OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8505.056. VOTING REQUIREMENT
	Sec. 8505.057. OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES
	Sec. 8505.058. SURETY BONDS
	Sec. 8505.059. AUTHORITY'S DOMICILE AND OFFICE
	Sec. 8505.060. CONFLICT OF INTEREST; CRIMINAL PENALTY
	[Sections 8505.061-8505.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8505.101. GENERAL POWERS
	Sec. 8505.102. POWERS RELATED TO WATER OF COLORADO
	RIVER AND ITS TRIBUTARIES
	Sec. 8505.103. DEVELOPMENT, GENERATION, DISTRIBUTION,
	AND SALE OF WATER POWER AND ELECTRIC
	ENERGY
	Sec. 8505.104. PREVENTION OF DAMAGE TO PERSONS OR
	PROPERTY
	Sec. 8505.105. FORESTATION AND REFORESTATION;
	PREVENTION OF SOIL EROSION AND FLOODS
	Sec. 8505.106. AUTHORITY PROPERTY; EMINENT DOMAIN
	Sec. 8505.107. SALE, LEASE, MORTGAGE, OR OTHER
	DISPOSITION OF AUTHORITY PROPERTY
	Sec. 8505.108. OVERFLOW OR INUNDATION OF PUBLIC
	PROPERTY; RELOCATION OF ROADS
	Sec. 8505.109. CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, AND
	OPERATION OF FACILITIES
	Sec. 8505.110. SEAL
	Sec. 8505.111. GENERAL CONTRACT POWERS
	Sec. 8505.112. CONTRACTS RELATING TO WATER OR SOIL
	CONSERVATION PROJECTS
	Sec. 8505.113. ADDITIONAL POWERS RELATING TO
	CONTRACTS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS
	Sec. 8505.114. LIMITATIONS ON POWERS OF AUTHORITY
	Sec. 8505.115. PUBLIC USE OF AUTHORITY'S LAND
	[Sections 8505.116-8505.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8505.151. DISBURSEMENT OF MONEY
	Sec. 8505.152. ACCOUNTS, CONTRACTS, AND OTHER RECORDS;
	PUBLIC INSPECTION
	Sec. 8505.153. FILING OF COPIES OF AUDIT REPORT
	Sec. 8505.154. RATES AND OTHER CHARGES
	Sec. 8505.155. USE OF EXCESS REVENUE
	Sec. 8505.156. TAX OR ASSESSMENT OR PLEDGE OF CREDIT
	OF STATE NOT AUTHORIZED BY CHAPTER
	[Sections 8505.157-8505.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. OBLIGATIONS RELATING TO BORROWED MONEY OR GRANTS
	Sec. 8505.201. LOANS AND GRANTS
	Sec. 8505.202. STATE PLEDGE REGARDING RIGHTS AND
	REMEDIES OF BONDHOLDERS
	Sec. 8505.203. OBLIGATION PAYABLE FROM REVENUE
	Sec. 8505.204. POWER TO ISSUE BONDS
	Sec. 8505.205. TERMS OF ISSUANCE
	Sec. 8505.206. DEPOSIT OF PROCEEDS
	Sec. 8505.207. RESOLUTION PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8505.208. DEFAULT PROCEDURES
	Sec. 8505.209. POWER OF AUTHORITY TO PURCHASE BONDS
	ISSUED BY AUTHORITY
	Sec. 8505.210. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION
	CHAPTER 8505. CENTRAL COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8505.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Authority" means the Central Colorado River
	Authority.
	(2) "Board" means the board of directors of the
	authority.
	(3) "Commission" means the Texas Commission on
	Environmental Quality.
	(4) "Director" means a member of the board. (Acts 44th
	Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Secs. 1 (part), 4(a) (part); New.)
	Sec. 8505.002. CREATION AND NATURE OF AUTHORITY. (a) The
	authority is created as a conservation and reclamation district.
	(b) The creation of the authority is essential to the
	accomplishment of the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 8505.003. TERRITORY. Unless modified under Subchapter
	J, Chapter 49, Water Code, or other law, the authority's territory
	consists of that part of this state included in the boundaries of
	Coleman County. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 1
	(part); New.)
	Sec. 8505.004. LIBERAL CONSTRUCTION OF CHAPTER. This
	chapter shall be liberally construed to effect its purposes. (Acts
	44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Secs. 19, 19A.)
	[Sections 8505.005-8505.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS; ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8505.051. MEMBERSHIP OF BOARD. (a) The board
	consists of five directors appointed by the governor with the
	advice and consent of the senate.
	(b) Each director must be a freehold property taxpayer in
	this state and a resident of the authority.
	(c) A person is ineligible to be appointed as a director if,
	during the three years preceding the date of the appointment, the
	person has been employed by a utility company, including an
	electric power and light company, a gas company, or a telephone
	company. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 4(a) (part).)
	Sec. 8505.052. TERMS. Directors are appointed for
	staggered terms of six years with one or two directors' terms
	expiring on February 1 of each odd-numbered year. (Acts 44th Leg.,
	R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 4(a) (part).)
	Sec. 8505.053. REMOVAL. A director may be removed by the
	governor for inefficiency, neglect of duty, or misconduct in
	office, after at least 10 days' written notice of the charge against
	the director and an opportunity to be heard in person or by counsel
	at a public hearing. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec.
	4(b) (part).)
	Sec. 8505.054. VACANCY. A vacancy on the board shall be
	filled by the governor for the unexpired term. (Acts 44th Leg.,
	R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 4(b) (part).)
	Sec. 8505.055. COMPENSATION OF DIRECTORS. Unless the board
	by resolution increases the fee to an amount authorized by Section
	49.060, Water Code, each director shall receive a fee of $10 per day
	for each day spent in attending meetings of the board. (Acts 44th
	Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 4(b) (part); New.)
	Sec. 8505.056. VOTING REQUIREMENT. (a) Except as provided
	by this chapter or the bylaws, action may be taken by the
	affirmative vote of a majority of the directors present at a
	meeting.
	(b) The following are valid only if authorized or ratified
	by the affirmative vote of at least a majority of the entire
	membership of the board:
	(1) a contract that involves an amount greater than
	$10,000 or has a duration of more than one year;
	(2) a bond, note, or other evidence of indebtedness;
	or
	(3) an amendment of the bylaws. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S.,
	G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 4(c) (part).)
	Sec. 8505.057. OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES. (a) The board
	shall select a secretary, a general manager, and a treasurer. The
	treasurer may also hold the office of secretary.
	(b) The secretary shall keep accurate and complete records
	of all proceedings of the board.
	(c) Until the board selects a secretary, or if the secretary
	is absent or unable to act, the board shall select a secretary pro
	tem.
	(d) The general manager is the chief executive officer of
	the authority.
	(e) The secretary, secretary pro tem, general manager, and
	treasurer have the powers and duties, hold office for the term, and
	are subject to removal in the manner provided by the bylaws.
	(f) The board shall set the compensation of the secretary,
	secretary pro tem, general manager, and treasurer.
	(g) The board may appoint other officers, agents, and
	employees, set their compensation and term of office, prescribe
	their duties and the method by which they may be removed, and
	delegate to them any of its powers and duties as it considers
	proper. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Secs. 2 (part), 5.)
	Sec. 8505.058. SURETY BONDS. (a) The general manager, the
	treasurer, and any other officer, agent, or employee of the
	authority who is charged with the collection, custody, or payment
	of authority money shall give bond conditioned on:
	(1) the faithful performance of the person's duties;
	and
	(2) an accounting for all money and property of the
	authority coming into the person's possession.
	(b) The bond must be in a form and amount and with a surety
	approved by the board, and the surety on the bond must be a surety
	company authorized to do business in this state.
	(c) The authority shall pay the premium on the bond and
	charge the premium as an operating expense. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S.,
	G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 8505.059. AUTHORITY'S DOMICILE AND OFFICE. (a) The
	authority's domicile is in the city of Coleman, Coleman County.
	(b) The authority shall maintain its principal office in the
	city of Coleman, Coleman County.
	(c) The general manager is in charge of the authority's
	principal office. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 7
	(part).)
	Sec. 8505.060. CONFLICT OF INTEREST; CRIMINAL PENALTY.
	(a) A director, officer, agent, or employee of the authority may
	not be directly or indirectly interested in a contract for the
	purchase of any property or construction of any work by or for the
	authority.
	(b) A person commits an offense if the person violates this
	section. An offense under this subsection is a felony punishable
	by:
	(1) a fine not to exceed $10,000;
	(2) confinement in the county jail for not less than
	one year or more than 10 years; or
	(3) both the fine and confinement. (Acts 44th Leg.,
	R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 8.)
	[Sections 8505.061-8505.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8505.101. GENERAL POWERS. (a) The authority has:
	(1) the powers of government and the authority to
	exercise the rights, privileges, and functions specified by this
	chapter; and
	(2) all powers, rights, privileges, and functions
	conferred by general law on any district created under Section 59,
	Article XVI, Texas Constitution, except as expressly limited by
	this chapter.
	(b) The authority may perform any act necessary or
	convenient to the exercise of the powers, rights, privileges, or
	functions conferred on the authority by this chapter or any other
	law. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Secs. 1 (part), 2
	(part).)
	Sec. 8505.102. POWERS RELATED TO WATER OF COLORADO RIVER
	AND ITS TRIBUTARIES. Inside the boundaries of the authority, the
	authority may:
	(1) control, store, and preserve the water of the
	Colorado River and its tributaries for any useful purpose; and
	(2) use, distribute, and sell the water described by
	Subdivision (1) for any useful purpose. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S.,
	G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 8505.103. DEVELOPMENT, GENERATION, DISTRIBUTION, AND
	SALE OF WATER POWER AND ELECTRIC ENERGY. (a) The authority may:
	(1) develop and generate water power and electric
	energy inside the boundaries of the authority; and
	(2) distribute and sell water power and electric
	energy inside or outside the boundaries of the authority.
	(b) A use authorized by this section is subordinate and
	inferior to a domestic, municipal, or irrigation requirement.
	(Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 8505.104. PREVENTION OF DAMAGE TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY.
	The authority may prevent or aid in the prevention of damage to
	persons or property from the water of the Colorado River and its
	tributaries. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 8505.105. FORESTATION AND REFORESTATION; PREVENTION
	OF SOIL EROSION AND FLOODS. In the watershed of the Colorado River
	and its tributaries, the authority may:
	(1) forest, reforest, or aid in foresting or
	reforesting; and
	(2) prevent or aid in the prevention of soil erosion
	and floods. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 8505.106. AUTHORITY PROPERTY; EMINENT DOMAIN.
	(a) The authority may acquire, maintain, use, and operate property
	of any kind or any interest in property, inside or outside the
	boundaries of the authority, necessary or convenient to the
	exercise of the powers, rights, privileges, and functions conferred
	on the authority by this chapter.
	(b) Except as provided by Subsection (d), the authority may
	acquire property or an interest in property as provided by
	Subsection (a) by purchase, lease, gift, exercise of the power of
	eminent domain, or any other manner.
	(c) The authority may acquire property or an interest in
	property by exercise of the power of eminent domain in the manner
	provided by:
	(1) Chapter 21, Property Code; or
	(2) the statutes relating to condemnation by districts
	organized under general law under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution.
	(d) The authority may not exercise the power of eminent
	domain to acquire property or an interest in property that is
	located outside the boundaries of the authority. (Acts 44th Leg.,
	R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 8505.107. SALE, LEASE, MORTGAGE, OR OTHER DISPOSITION
	OF AUTHORITY PROPERTY. (a) The authority may not:
	(1) mortgage or otherwise encumber authority property
	of any kind, or any interest in authority property; or
	(2) acquire any property or interest in property
	subject to a mortgage or conditional sale.
	(b) Subsection (a) does not prevent pledging authority
	revenue as authorized by this chapter.
	(c) This chapter does not authorize the sale, lease, or
	other disposition of authority property of any kind, or an interest
	in authority property, by the authority, by a receiver of any
	authority property, through a court proceeding, or otherwise.
	(d) Notwithstanding Subsection (c), the authority may sell
	for cash authority property of any kind, or an interest in authority
	property, if:
	(1) the board, by the affirmative vote of a two-thirds
	majority of the entire membership of the board, determines that the
	property or interest is not necessary or convenient to the business
	of the authority and approves the terms of the sale; and
	(2) the aggregate value of the properties or interests
	sold in any year does not exceed $50,000.
	(e) It is the intent of the legislature that, except by sale
	as expressly authorized by this section, authority property or an
	interest in authority property, except personal property, never
	come into the ownership or control, directly or indirectly, of any
	person other than a public authority created under the laws of this
	state.
	(f) Authority property, except personal property, is exempt
	from forced sale. The sale of authority property, except personal
	property, under a judgment rendered in a suit is prohibited. (Acts
	44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Secs. 2 (part), 15.)
	Sec. 8505.108. OVERFLOW OR INUNDATION OF PUBLIC PROPERTY;
	RELOCATION OF ROADS. The authority may overflow and inundate any
	public land or public property and require the relocation of a road
	or highway in the manner and to the extent permitted to a district
	organized under general law under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 8505.109. CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, AND OPERATION OF
	FACILITIES. The authority may construct, extend, improve,
	maintain, and reconstruct, cause to be constructed, extended,
	improved, maintained, and reconstructed, and use and operate
	facilities of any kind necessary or convenient to the exercise of
	the authority's powers, rights, privileges, and functions. (Acts
	44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 8505.110. SEAL. The authority may adopt and use a
	corporate seal. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 2
	(part).)
	Sec. 8505.111. GENERAL CONTRACT POWERS. The authority may
	make a contract or execute an instrument necessary or convenient to
	the exercise of the powers, rights, privileges, and functions
	conferred on the authority by this chapter. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S.,
	G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 8505.112. CONTRACTS RELATING TO WATER OR SOIL
	CONSERVATION PROJECTS. (a) The authority may enter into a
	contract with an individual, firm, association, or corporation for
	the construction of a water or soil conservation project on
	property owned or controlled by the individual, firm, association,
	or corporation and use machinery, equipment, or facilities owned or
	controlled by the authority.
	(b) The authority may enter into a contract with the
	governing board of a governmental agency inside or outside the
	boundaries of the authority for the purpose of supervising the
	construction of a water or soil conservation project on property
	located in the control or in the limits of the governmental agency.
	(c) An individual, firm, association, corporation, or
	governmental agency that enters into a contract with the authority
	under this section shall pay a reasonable charge therefor.
	(d) The authority is not liable for damages to any person or
	property in connection with, or for maintenance or upkeep of, a
	project contracted for and constructed under this section. (Acts
	44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Secs. 13A, 13-b.)
	Sec. 8505.113. ADDITIONAL POWERS RELATING TO CONTRACTS,
	RULES, AND REGULATIONS. The authority may enter into and carry out
	contracts or establish or comply with rules and regulations
	concerning labor and materials and other related matters in
	connection with any project the authority considers desirable or as
	requested by the United States, or any corporation or agency
	created, designated, or established by the United States, that may
	assist in the financing of the project. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S.,
	G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 13.)
	Sec. 8505.114. LIMITATIONS ON POWERS OF AUTHORITY.
	(a) The authority may not use water for irrigation purposes under
	any law or any permit that was issued before May 21, 1935, was held,
	owned, or enjoyed by the authority as of that date, or is acquired
	from another person after that date unless expressly authorized by
	a subsequent permit granted to the authority by the commission or a
	predecessor agency under authority of law. In considering permit
	applications by the authority, the commission shall at all times
	consider the needs of the people living in the watershed of the
	Colorado River and its tributaries above the authority. This
	subsection does not prevent the authority from selling, for
	irrigation purposes and in the boundaries of the authority, any
	water impounded by it under authority of law.
	(b) Notwithstanding any right or permit to use the water of
	the Colorado River and its tributaries for the generation of
	hydroelectric power that was issued by the former State Board of
	Water Engineers, was in existence as of May 21, 1935, and is
	acquired by the authority, the impounding and use of the
	floodwaters of the Colorado River and its tributaries for the
	generation of hydroelectric power by the authority or a person who
	succeeds to the rights and privileges conferred on the authority by
	this chapter are subject to the rights of any other person who
	before May 21, 1935, was impounding or as of that date was putting
	to beneficial use any water for the purposes described by Sections
	11.024(1) and (2), Water Code, if the person:
	(1) before May 21, 1935, received a permit for that use
	from the former State Board of Water Engineers; or
	(2) by law was permitted before May 21, 1935, to
	impound water for those purposes.
	(c) This chapter may not be construed to subject to
	condemnation by the authority or any successor of the authority, or
	by any person who succeeds to the rights and privileges conferred on
	the authority by this chapter, any water:
	(1) impounded or to be impounded inside or outside the
	authority under any law authorizing water to be impounded or under
	any permit granted to a municipal corporation or body politic; or
	(2) impounded or permitted to be impounded or used
	outside the authority under a permit granted to any person.
	(d) This chapter may not be construed to deprive any person
	of the right to impound the water of the Colorado River or its
	tributaries for domestic or municipal purposes or to repeal any law
	granting such a right to a person.
	(e) The rights of the authority to impound, use, or sell the
	water of the Colorado River and its tributaries for the generation
	of hydroelectric power are subordinate and inferior to the rights
	of:
	(1) municipalities situated in the watershed of the
	Colorado River and its tributaries to build dams and impound
	floodwaters for municipal purposes; and
	(2) any residents of this state or bodies politic to
	build dams and impound the floodwaters in the watershed of the
	Colorado River and its tributaries for domestic purposes and for
	the purposes of irrigation.
	(f) The title to any right, property, license, franchise, or
	permit acquired by the authority is subject to the limitations
	imposed by Subsection (e). (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338,
	Secs. 2 (part), 3.)
	Sec. 8505.115. PUBLIC USE OF AUTHORITY'S LAND. (a) The
	authority may prohibit free public use of its land for recreational
	purposes, hunting, or fishing only to the extent to which, in the
	opinion of the board, the use would interfere with the proper
	conduct and maintenance of its property.
	(b) All public rights-of-way that as of May 21, 1935,
	traversed the areas adjacent to the areas to be flooded by the
	impounded waters shall remain open as a way of free public passage
	to and from the lakes created, and a charge may be made to the public
	for the right to engage in hunting, fishing, or boating thereon.
	(c) On notice by a resident of this state of a violation of
	this section, the attorney general shall institute the proper legal
	proceedings to enforce compliance with this section by the
	authority or its successor.
	(d) If the authority sells any of the authority's land
	bordering a lake to be created under this chapter, the authority
	shall retain in each tract a strip 20 feet wide abutting the
	high-water line of the lake for the purpose of passage and use by
	the public for public sports and amusements. This subsection does
	not apply to a sale of land by the authority to a state or federal
	agency to be used for game or fish sanctuaries or preserves or for
	propagation purposes. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec.
	16.)
	[Sections 8505.116-8505.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8505.151. DISBURSEMENT OF MONEY. The authority may
	disburse its money only by a check, draft, order, or other
	instrument signed by a person authorized to sign the instrument by
	the bylaws or a resolution in which at least a majority of the
	entire membership of the board concurs. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S.,
	G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 8505.152. ACCOUNTS, CONTRACTS, AND OTHER RECORDS;
	PUBLIC INSPECTION. (a) The authority shall keep complete and
	accurate accounts conforming to approved methods of bookkeeping.
	(b) The accounts and all contracts, documents, and records
	of the authority shall be kept at the principal office of the
	authority.
	(c) The contracts shall be open to public inspection at all
	reasonable times. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 7
	(part).)
	Sec. 8505.153. FILING OF COPIES OF AUDIT REPORT. Copies of
	the audit report prepared under Subchapter G, Chapter 49, Water
	Code, shall be certified to by the accountant who performed the
	audit and filed:
	(1) as required by Section 49.194, Water Code; and
	(2) with the comptroller. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S.,
	G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 7 (part); New.)
	Sec. 8505.154. RATES AND OTHER CHARGES. (a) The board
	shall establish and collect rates and other charges for the sale or
	use of water, water connections, power, electric energy, or other
	services sold, provided, or supplied by the authority.
	(b) The rates and charges must be reasonable,
	nondiscriminatory, and sufficient to provide revenue adequate to:
	(1) pay all expenses necessary to the operation and
	maintenance of the properties and facilities of the authority;
	(2) pay the interest on and the principal of all bonds
	issued under this chapter when and as they become due and payable;
	(3) pay all sinking fund or reserve fund payments
	agreed to be made with respect to any of those bonds and payable out
	of that revenue when and as they become due and payable; and
	(4) fulfill the terms of any agreements made with the
	holders of those bonds or with any person in their behalf.
	(c) The rates and charges may not exceed what may be
	necessary to fulfill the obligations imposed on the authority by
	this chapter. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 8505.155. USE OF EXCESS REVENUE. If the authority
	receives revenue in excess of that required for the purposes
	specified by Section 8505.154(b), the board may:
	(1) use the excess revenue to:
	(A) establish a reasonable depreciation and
	emergency fund; or
	(B) retire bonds issued under this chapter by
	purchase and cancellation or redemption; or
	(2) apply the excess revenue to any corporate purpose.
	(Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 8505.156. TAX OR ASSESSMENT OR PLEDGE OF CREDIT OF
	STATE NOT AUTHORIZED BY CHAPTER. This chapter does not authorize
	the authority to:
	(1) levy or collect a tax or assessment;
	(2) create any debt payable out of taxes or
	assessments; or
	(3) in any way pledge the credit of this state. (Acts
	44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 1 (part).)
	[Sections 8505.157-8505.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. OBLIGATIONS RELATING TO BORROWED MONEY OR GRANTS
	Sec. 8505.201. LOANS AND GRANTS. The authority may:
	(1) borrow money for its corporate purposes;
	(2) borrow money or accept a grant from the United
	States and, in connection with such a loan or grant, enter into any
	agreement the United States or such corporation or agency may
	require; and
	(3) make and issue its bonds for money borrowed, in the
	manner and to the extent provided by Section 8505.203. (Acts 44th
	Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 8505.202. STATE PLEDGE REGARDING RIGHTS AND REMEDIES
	OF BONDHOLDERS. This chapter does not deprive this state of its
	power to regulate and control rates or charges to be collected for
	the use of water, water connections, power, electric energy, or
	another service. The state pledges to and agrees with the
	purchasers and successive holders of the bonds issued under this
	chapter that the state will not limit or alter the power this
	chapter gives the authority to establish and collect rates and
	charges that will produce revenue sufficient to pay the items
	specified by Section 8505.154(b) or in any way impair the rights or
	remedies of the holders of the bonds, or of any person in their
	behalf, until the following are fully discharged:
	(1) the bonds;
	(2) the interest on the bonds;
	(3) interest on unpaid installments of interest;
	(4) all costs and expenses in connection with any
	action or proceedings by or on behalf of the bondholders; and
	(5) all other obligations of the authority in
	connection with the bonds. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338,
	Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 8505.203. OBLIGATION PAYABLE FROM REVENUE. A debt,
	liability, or obligation of the authority for the payment of money,
	however entered into or incurred and whether arising from an
	express or implied contract or otherwise, is payable solely:
	(1) out of the revenue received by the authority with
	respect to its properties, subject to any prior lien on the revenue
	conferred by any resolution previously adopted as provided by this
	chapter authorizing the issuance of bonds; or
	(2) if the board so determines, out of the proceeds of
	sale by the authority of bonds payable solely from revenue
	described by Subdivision (1). (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338,
	Sec. 10.)
	Sec. 8505.204. POWER TO ISSUE BONDS. (a) The authority
	may issue bonds for any corporate purpose in an aggregate principal
	amount not to exceed $500,000.
	(b) The bonds must be authorized by a board resolution.
	(Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 11 (part).)
	Sec. 8505.205. TERMS OF ISSUANCE. Authority bonds may be:
	(1) sold for cash;
	(2) issued on terms the board determines in exchange
	for property of any kind, or any interest in property, that the
	board considers necessary or convenient for the corporate purpose
	for which the bonds are issued; or
	(3) issued in exchange for like principal amounts of
	other obligations of the authority, whether matured or unmatured.
	(Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 11 (part).)
	Sec. 8505.206. DEPOSIT OF PROCEEDS. The proceeds of sale of
	authority bonds shall be deposited in one or more banks or trust
	companies, and shall be paid out according to the terms, on which
	the authority and the purchasers of the bonds agree. (Acts 44th
	Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 11 (part).)
	Sec. 8505.207. RESOLUTION PROVISIONS. (a) A resolution
	authorizing bonds may contain provisions approved by the board that
	are not inconsistent with this chapter, including provisions:
	(1) reserving the right to redeem the bonds at the time
	or times, in the amounts, and at the prices, not exceeding 105
	percent of the principal amount of the bonds, plus accrued
	interest, as may be provided;
	(2) providing for the setting aside of sinking funds
	or reserve funds and the regulation and disposition of those funds;
	(3) pledging, to secure the payment of the principal
	of and interest on the bonds and of the sinking fund or reserve fund
	payments agreed to be made with respect to the bonds:
	(A) all or any part of the gross or net revenue
	subsequently received by the authority with respect to the property
	to be acquired or constructed with the bonds or the proceeds of the
	bonds; or
	(B) all or any part of the gross or net revenue
	subsequently received by the authority from any source;
	(4) prescribing the purposes to which the bonds or any
	bonds subsequently to be issued, or the proceeds of the bonds, may
	be applied;
	(5) agreeing to set and collect rates and charges
	sufficient to produce revenue adequate to pay the items specified
	by Section 8505.154(b) and prescribing the use and disposition of
	all revenue;
	(6) prescribing limitations on the issuance of
	additional bonds and on the agreements that may be made with the
	purchasers and successive holders of those bonds;
	(7) with regard to the construction, extension,
	improvement, reconstruction, operation, maintenance, and repair of
	the properties of the authority and the carrying of insurance on all
	or any part of those properties covering loss or damage or loss of
	use and occupancy resulting from specified risks;
	(8) setting the procedure, if any, by which, if the
	authority so desires, the terms of a contract with the bondholders
	may be amended or abrogated, the amount of bonds the holders of
	which must consent to that amendment or abrogation, and the manner
	in which the consent may be given; and
	(9) providing for the execution and delivery by the
	authority to a bank or trust company authorized by law to accept
	trusts, or to the United States or any officer of the United States,
	of indentures and agreements for the benefit of the bondholders
	setting forth any or all of the agreements authorized by this
	chapter to be made with or for the benefit of the bondholders and
	any other provisions that are customary in such indentures or
	agreements.
	(b) A provision authorized by this section that is contained
	in a bond resolution is part of the contract between the authority
	and the bondholders. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 11
	(part).)
	Sec. 8505.208. DEFAULT PROCEDURES. (a) This section
	applies only to a default in:
	(1) the payment of the interest on bonds as the
	interest becomes due and payable;
	(2) the payment of the principal of bonds as they
	become due and payable, whether at maturity, by call for
	redemption, or otherwise; or
	(3) the performance of an agreement made with the
	purchasers or successive holders of bonds.
	(b) A resolution authorizing bonds and any indenture or
	agreement entered into under the resolution may provide that in the
	event of a default described by Subsection (a) that continues for a
	period, if any, prescribed by the resolution, the trustee under the
	indenture entered into with respect to the bonds authorized by the
	resolution, or, if there is no indenture, a trustee appointed in the
	manner provided in the resolution by the holders of 25 percent in
	aggregate principal amount of the bonds authorized by the
	resolution and then outstanding may, and on the written request of
	the holders of 25 percent in aggregate principal amount of the bonds
	authorized by the resolution then outstanding, shall, in the
	trustee's own name, but for the equal and proportionate benefit of
	the holders of all of the bonds, and with or without having
	possession of the bonds:
	(1) by mandamus or other suit, action, or proceeding
	at law or in equity, enforce all rights of the bondholders;
	(2) bring suit on the bonds or the appurtenant
	coupons;
	(3) by action or suit in equity, require the authority
	to account as if it were the trustee of an express trust for the
	bondholders;
	(4) by action or suit in equity, enjoin any acts or
	things that may be unlawful or in violation of the rights of the
	bondholders; or
	(5) after such notice to the authority as the
	resolution may provide, declare the principal of all of the bonds
	due and payable, and if all defaults have been made good, then with
	the written consent of the holders of 25 percent in aggregate
	principal amount of the bonds then outstanding, annul the
	declaration and its consequences.
	(c) Notwithstanding Subsection (b), the holders of more
	than a majority in principal amount of the bonds authorized by the
	resolution and then outstanding, by written instrument delivered to
	the trustee, are entitled to direct and control any and all action
	taken or to be taken by the trustee under this section.
	(d) A resolution, indenture, or agreement relating to bonds
	may provide that in a suit, action, or proceeding under this
	section, the trustee, whether or not all of the bonds have been
	declared due and payable and with or without possession of any of
	the bonds, is entitled to the appointment of a receiver who may:
	(1) enter and take possession of all or any part of the
	properties of the authority;
	(2) operate and maintain the properties;
	(3) set, collect, and receive rates and charges
	sufficient to provide revenue adequate to pay the items specified
	by Section 8505.154(b) and the costs and disbursements of the suit,
	action, or proceeding; and
	(4) apply the revenue in conformity with this chapter
	and the resolution authorizing the bonds.
	(e) In a suit, action, or proceeding by a trustee under this
	section, the reasonable fees, attorney's fees, and expenses of the
	trustee and of the receiver, if any, constitute taxable
	disbursements, and all costs and disbursements allowed by the court
	are a first charge on any revenue pledged to secure the payment of
	the bonds.
	(f) The courts of Coleman County have jurisdiction of a
	suit, action, or proceeding by a trustee on behalf of the
	bondholders and of all property involved in the suit, action, or
	proceeding.
	(g) In addition to the powers specifically provided by this
	section, a trustee has all powers necessary or appropriate for the
	exercise of the powers specifically provided or incident to the
	general representation of the bondholders in the enforcement of
	their rights. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 11
	(part).)
	Sec. 8505.209. POWER OF AUTHORITY TO PURCHASE BONDS ISSUED
	BY AUTHORITY. (a) Using any money available for the purpose, the
	authority may purchase bonds issued by it at a price not exceeding
	the redemption price applicable at the time of the purchase, or, if
	the bonds are not redeemable, at a price not exceeding the principal
	amount of the bonds plus accrued interest.
	(b) All bonds purchased under this section shall be
	canceled, and bonds may not be issued in lieu of those bonds. (Acts
	44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 338, Sec. 14.)
	Sec. 8505.210. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. A bond issued
	under this chapter and the interest on the bond is exempt from
	taxation, except inheritance taxes, by this state or by any
	political subdivision of this state. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L.,
	Ch. 338, Sec. 17.)
	SECTION 1.05. Subtitle H, Title 6, Special District Local
	Laws Code, is amended by adding Chapters 8847, 8853, 8858, 8861,
	8862, 8863, 8864, 8865, 8866, 8867, 8868, 8869, and 8870 to read as
	follows:
	CHAPTER 8847. PINEYWOODS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8847.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8847.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8847.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT
	Sec. 8847.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 8847.005. ADDITION OF ADJACENT COUNTY TO DISTRICT
	Sec. 8847.006. LANDOWNERS' RIGHTS
	[Sections 8847.007-8847.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8847.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	Sec. 8847.052. APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS BY INITIAL
	COUNTIES
	Sec. 8847.053. APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS BY ADDITIONAL
	COUNTIES
	Sec. 8847.054. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 8847.055. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES
	Sec. 8847.056. VOTE REQUIRED FOR BOARD ACTION
	[Sections 8847.057-8847.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8847.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8847.102. TRANSFER OF GROUNDWATER OUT OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8847.103. WELLS EXEMPT FROM REGULATION
	Sec. 8847.104. LIMIT ON PURCHASE OF GROUNDWATER RIGHTS
	Sec. 8847.105. NO EMINENT DOMAIN POWER
	[Sections 8847.106-8847.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8847.151. TAXES PROHIBITED
	Sec. 8847.152. TAX BONDS PROHIBITED
	Sec. 8847.153. PERMIT FEES
	CHAPTER 8847. PINEYWOODS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8847.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a board member.
	(3) "District" means the Pineywoods Groundwater
	Conservation District. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1330, Sec. 2;
	New.)
	Sec. 8847.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	groundwater conservation district in Angelina and Nacogdoches
	Counties created under and essential to accomplish the purposes of
	Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 1330, Secs. 1(a) (part), (b).)
	Sec. 8847.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT.
	(a) The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1330, Sec. 4.)
	Sec. 8847.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district's
	boundaries are coextensive with the boundaries of Angelina and
	Nacogdoches Counties unless the district's territory has been
	modified under:
	(1) Section 8847.005;
	(2) Subchapter J or K, Chapter 36, Water Code; or
	(3) other law. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1330, Sec. 3;
	New.)
	Sec. 8847.005. ADDITION OF ADJACENT COUNTY TO DISTRICT.
	(a) An adjacent county may petition to join the district by
	resolution of the commissioners court of the county.
	(b) If, after a hearing on the resolution, the board finds
	that the addition of the county would benefit the district and the
	county to be added, the board by resolution may approve the addition
	of the county to the district.
	(c) The addition of a county to the district under this
	section is not final until ratified by a majority vote of the voters
	in the county to be added voting in an election held for that
	purpose.
	(d) The ballots for the election shall be printed to provide
	for voting for or against the proposition: "The inclusion of
	________ County in the Pineywoods Groundwater Conservation
	District." (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1330, Secs. 11(a), (b), (c),
	(d).)
	Sec. 8847.006. LANDOWNERS' RIGHTS. The rights of
	landowners and their lessees and assigns in groundwater within the
	district are recognized. Nothing in this chapter may be construed
	to deprive or divest the landowners or their lessees or assigns of
	those rights, subject to district rules. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1330, Sec. 9.)
	[Sections 8847.007-8847.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8847.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) Except as
	provided by Section 8847.053, the district is governed by a board of
	seven directors appointed under Section 8847.052.
	(b) Directors serve three-year terms.
	(c) A director may serve consecutive terms. (Acts 77th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 1330, Secs. 6(a) (part), (b) (part), (f).)
	Sec. 8847.052. APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS BY INITIAL
	COUNTIES. (a) The Angelina County Commissioners Court shall
	appoint two directors. One director shall represent the rural water
	and utilities and small municipal water supply interests. The other
	director shall represent the large industrial groundwater supply
	interests of the county.
	(b) The Nacogdoches County Commissioners Court shall
	appoint two directors. One director shall represent the rural water
	and utilities and small municipal water supply interests. The other
	director shall represent the forestry or agricultural groundwater
	supply interests of the county.
	(c) The Lufkin City Council shall appoint one director.
	(d) The Nacogdoches City Council shall appoint one
	director.
	(e) The Angelina County Commissioners Court and the
	Nacogdoches County Commissioners Court shall jointly appoint one
	director to represent the forestry, agricultural, or landowner
	groundwater interests of both counties. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1330, Secs. 7(a), (b), (c), (d), (e).)
	Sec. 8847.053. APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS BY ADDITIONAL
	COUNTIES. When a county is added to the district, the board may
	change the number of directors so that an equal number of directors
	are appointed from each county and one director is appointed
	jointly by the counties. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1330, Sec. 6(a)
	(part).)
	Sec. 8847.054. BOARD VACANCY. If there is a vacancy on the
	board, the governing body of the entity that appointed the director
	who vacated the office shall appoint a director to serve the
	remainder of the term. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1330, Sec. 6(g).)
	Sec. 8847.055. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES. (a) A director is
	not entitled to receive compensation for serving as a director.
	(b) A director may be reimbursed for actual, reasonable
	expenses incurred in discharging official duties. (Acts 77th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 1330, Sec. 6(h).)
	Sec. 8847.056. VOTE REQUIRED FOR BOARD ACTION. A majority
	vote of a quorum of the board is required for board action. If there
	is a tie vote, the proposed action fails. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 1330, Sec. 6(i).)
	[Sections 8847.057-8847.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8847.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT POWERS
	AND DUTIES. Except as provided by this subchapter and Subchapter D,
	the district has the rights, powers, privileges, functions, and
	duties provided by the general law of this state, including Chapter
	36, Water Code, applicable to groundwater conservation districts
	created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1330, Sec. 5(a) (part).)
	Sec. 8847.102. TRANSFER OF GROUNDWATER OUT OF DISTRICT.
	(a) The district by rule may require a person to obtain a permit
	from the district for the transfer of groundwater out of the
	district consistent with Section 36.122, Water Code, and may
	regulate the terms on which a permit holder under those rules may
	conduct such a transfer.
	(b) A retail public utility as defined by Section 13.002,
	Water Code, is not required to obtain a permit to transfer
	groundwater out of the district if:
	(1) the source of the water is one or more wells
	located within the district; and
	(2) the water is used by the retail public utility to
	provide retail water utility service, as defined by Section 13.002,
	Water Code, in a service area located in a county adjacent to the
	district. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1330, Sec. 5(b).)
	Sec. 8847.103. WELLS EXEMPT FROM REGULATION. (a) The
	district may not require a permit for a well incapable of producing
	more than 25,000 gallons of groundwater a day.
	(b) A well meeting the criteria established under Section
	36.117, Water Code, including a well used for dewatering and
	monitoring in the production of coal and lignite, is exempt from
	permit requirements, regulations, and fees imposed by the district.
	(Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1330, Secs. 5(c), (f).)
	Sec. 8847.104. LIMIT ON PURCHASE OF GROUNDWATER RIGHTS.
	The district may not purchase groundwater rights unless the
	purchased rights are acquired for conservation purposes and are
	permanently held in trust not to be produced. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 1330, Sec. 5(g) (part).)
	Sec. 8847.105. NO EMINENT DOMAIN POWER. The district may
	not exercise the power of eminent domain. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1330, Sec. 5(g) (part).)
	[Sections 8847.106-8847.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8847.151. TAXES PROHIBITED. The district may not
	impose taxes in the district. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1330, Sec.
	5(d).)
	Sec. 8847.152. TAX BONDS PROHIBITED. The district may not
	issue and sell any bonds or notes that pledge revenue derived from
	taxation in the name of the district. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1330, Sec. 5(g) (part).)
	Sec. 8847.153. PERMIT FEES. (a) The board by rule may
	impose a reasonable fee on each well for which a permit is issued by
	the district and that is not exempt from regulation by the district.
	(b) The fee must be based on the amount of water to be
	withdrawn from the well.
	(c) The fee may not exceed $0.025 per thousand gallons of
	groundwater withdrawn for any purpose. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1330, Sec. 5(e).)
	CHAPTER 8853. KENEDY COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8853.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8853.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8853.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT
	Sec. 8853.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8853.005-8853.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8853.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	Sec. 8853.052. ELECTION OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8853.053. ELECTION DATE
	Sec. 8853.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 8853.055. APPLICATION FOR PLACEMENT ON BALLOT
	Sec. 8853.056. REVISION OF SINGLE-MEMBER DISTRICTS
	Sec. 8853.057. COMPENSATION OF DIRECTORS
	[Sections 8853.058-8853.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS
	Sec. 8853.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	POWERS AND DUTIES
	[Sections 8853.102-8853.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8853.151. LIMITATION ON TAXATION
	CHAPTER 8853. KENEDY COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8853.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a board member.
	(3) "District" means the Kenedy County Groundwater
	Conservation District. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1152, Sec. 1; Ch.
	1162, Sec. 1; New.)
	Sec. 8853.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. (a) The district is a
	groundwater conservation district in Kenedy County created under
	and essential to accomplish the purposes of Section 59, Article
	XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(b) The district is a political subdivision of this state.
	(Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1152, Secs. 2(a) (part), (b), 3(b); Ch.
	1162, Secs. 2(a) (part), (b), 3(b).)
	Sec. 8853.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT.
	(a) The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1152, Secs. 3(a),
	(c); Ch. 1162, Secs. 3(a), (c).)
	Sec. 8853.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 4, Chapter 1152,
	Acts of the 78th Legislature, Regular Session, 2003, as that
	territory may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter J or K, Chapter 36, Water Code; or
	(2) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1152, Sec. 4(f); New.)
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	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8853.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of five directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 78th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 1152, Secs. 6(a), (d); Ch. 1162, Secs. 6(a), (d).)
	Sec. 8853.052. ELECTION OF DIRECTORS. (a) The district is
	divided into five single-member districts for electing directors.
	(b) One director is elected from each single-member
	district. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1152, Secs. 9A(a) (part), (d);
	Ch. 1162, Secs. 8A(a) (part), (d).)
	Sec. 8853.053. ELECTION DATE. Each even-numbered year, on
	the uniform election date in May or another date authorized by law,
	the appropriate number of directors shall be elected. (Acts 78th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 1152, Sec. 11(b); Ch. 1162, Sec. 10(b).)
	Sec. 8853.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. (a) To be a
	candidate for or to serve as a director, a person must be a
	registered voter in the single-member district the person
	represents or seeks to represent.
	(b) A director in office on the effective date of a change in
	the boundaries of a single-member district under Section
	8853.056(a), or a director elected or appointed before the
	effective date of the change whose term of office begins on or after
	the effective date of the change, shall serve for the remainder of
	the director's term in the single-member district to which the
	director was elected or appointed even though the change in
	boundaries places the director's residence outside the district to
	which the director was elected or appointed. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 1152, Secs. 9A(e), (g) (part); Ch. 1162, Secs. 8A(e), (g)
	(part).)
	Sec. 8853.055. APPLICATION FOR PLACEMENT ON BALLOT. A
	person shall indicate on the application for a place on the ballot
	the single-member district the person seeks to represent. (Acts
	78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1152, Sec. 9A(f); Ch. 1162, Sec. 8A(f).)
	Sec. 8853.056. REVISION OF SINGLE-MEMBER DISTRICTS.
	(a) After each federal decennial census or as needed, the board
	may redraw the single-member districts to reflect population
	changes.
	(b) If the district annexes territory, the annexed
	territory becomes part of one or more of the single-member
	districts as determined by the board. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1152, Secs. 9A(c), (g) (part); Ch. 1162, Secs. 8A(c), (g) (part).)
	Sec. 8853.057. COMPENSATION OF DIRECTORS. A director is
	not entitled to fees of office but is entitled to reimbursement of
	actual expenses reasonably and necessarily incurred while engaging
	in activities on behalf of the district. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1152, Sec. 7.)
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	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS
	Sec. 8853.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT POWERS
	AND DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges,
	functions, and duties provided by the general law of this state,
	including Chapter 36, Water Code, applicable to groundwater
	conservation districts created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1152, Sec. 12; Ch. 1162,
	Sec. 11.)
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	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8853.151. LIMITATION ON TAXATION. The district may
	impose a tax to pay any part of bonds or notes issued by the district
	at a rate not to exceed 20 cents on each $100 of assessed valuation.
	(Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1152, Sec. 13.)
	CHAPTER 8858. KIMBLE COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8858.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8858.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8858.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT
	Sec. 8858.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8858.005-8858.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8858.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	Sec. 8858.052. ELECTION OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8858.053. ELECTION DATE
	Sec. 8858.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 8858.055. REVISION OF SINGLE-MEMBER DISTRICTS
	Sec. 8858.056. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES
	[Sections 8858.057-8858.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8858.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	POWERS AND DUTIES
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	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8858.151. LIMITATION ON TAXES FOR BONDS OR NOTES
	CHAPTER 8858. KIMBLE COUNTY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8858.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a board member.
	(3) "District" means the Kimble County Groundwater
	Conservation District. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec.
	3.0702; New.)
	Sec. 8858.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	groundwater conservation district in Kimble County created under
	and essential to accomplish the purposes of Section 59, Article
	XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Secs.
	3.0701(a) (part), (b).)
	Sec. 8858.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT.
	(a) The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.0704.)
	Sec. 8858.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district's
	boundaries are coextensive with the boundaries of Kimble County,
	excluding that part of Kimble County that lies within the
	boundaries of Hickory Underground Water Conservation District No.
	1, unless the district's territory has been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter J or K, Chapter 36, Water Code; or
	(2) other law. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec.
	3.0703; New.)
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	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8858.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of five directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 77th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Secs. 3.0706(a), (d).)
	Sec. 8858.052. ELECTION OF DIRECTORS. (a) The district is
	divided into five numbered single-member districts for electing
	directors.
	(b) One director is elected from each single-member
	district. A director elected from a single-member district
	represents the residents of that single-member district. (Acts
	77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Secs. 3.0709(a), (b).)
	Sec. 8858.053. ELECTION DATE. Each even-numbered year, on
	the uniform election date in May or another date authorized by law,
	the appropriate number of directors shall be elected. (Acts 77th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.0711(b).)
	Sec. 8858.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. To be qualified
	to be a candidate for or to serve as director, a person must be a
	registered voter in the single-member district that the person
	represents or seeks to represent. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966,
	Sec. 3.0709(c).)
	Sec. 8858.055. REVISION OF SINGLE-MEMBER DISTRICTS.
	(a) The board may revise the single-member districts as necessary
	or appropriate.
	(b) The board shall revise each single-member district
	after each federal decennial census to reflect population changes.
	(c) At the first election after the single-member districts
	are revised, a new director shall be elected from each district.
	The directors shall draw lots to determine which two directors
	serve two-year terms and which three directors serve four-year
	terms. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.0709(d).)
	Sec. 8858.056. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES. A director is not
	entitled to fees of office but is entitled to reimbursement of
	actual expenses reasonably and necessarily incurred while engaging
	in activities on behalf of the district. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	966, Sec. 3.0707.)
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	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8858.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT POWERS
	AND DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges,
	functions, and duties provided by the general law of this state,
	including Chapter 36, Water Code, applicable to groundwater
	conservation districts created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.0705(a)
	(part).)
	[Sections 8858.102-8858.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8858.151. LIMITATION ON TAXES FOR BONDS OR NOTES. The
	district, to pay any part of bonds or notes issued by the district,
	may not impose a tax that exceeds 20 cents on each $100 of assessed
	valuation. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.0712.)
	CHAPTER 8861. MENARD COUNTY UNDERGROUND WATER DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8861.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8861.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8861.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT
	Sec. 8861.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8861.005-8861.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8861.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	Sec. 8861.052. ELECTION DATE
	Sec. 8861.053. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES
	[Sections 8861.054-8861.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8861.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8861.102. AUTHORITY OF DISTRICT TO REQUIRE
	PERMITS FOR CERTAIN WELLS
	CHAPTER 8861. MENARD COUNTY UNDERGROUND WATER DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8861.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a board member.
	(3) "District" means the Menard County Underground
	Water District. (Acts 72nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 180, Sec. 2; New.)
	Sec. 8861.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	groundwater conservation district in Menard County created under
	and essential to accomplish the purposes of Section 59, Article
	XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 72nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 180, Secs. 1(a)
	(part), (b).)
	Sec. 8861.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT.
	(a) The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution. (Acts 72nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 180, Sec. 5.)
	Sec. 8861.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) Except as provided
	by Subsection (b), the district includes the territory in Menard
	County unless the district's territory has been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter J or K, Chapter 36, Water Code; or
	(2) other law.
	(b) The district does not include the territory in the
	Hickory Underground Water Conservation District No. 1 as that
	territory existed on May 24, 1991.
	(c) The boundaries of the district form a closure. (Acts
	72nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 180, Secs. 3, 4; New.)
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	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8861.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of five directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 72nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 180, Secs. 7(a), (d).)
	Sec. 8861.052. ELECTION DATE. Every two years, on the
	uniform election date in May or another date authorized by law, the
	appropriate number of directors shall be elected. (Acts 72nd Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 180, Sec. 10 (part).)
	Sec. 8861.053. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES. A director is not
	entitled to compensation for service on the board but may be
	reimbursed as provided by board rules for expenses incurred in
	carrying out the business of the district. (Acts 72nd Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 180, Sec. 7(g).)
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	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8861.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT POWERS
	AND DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges,
	functions, and duties provided by the general law of this state,
	including Chapters 36 and 49, Water Code, applicable to groundwater
	conservation districts created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution. (Acts 72nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 180, Sec. 6(a) (part).)
	Sec. 8861.102. AUTHORITY OF DISTRICT TO REQUIRE PERMITS FOR
	CERTAIN WELLS. The district may require a permit for a well used
	for domestic purposes or to provide water for livestock, poultry,
	or wildlife if the well is:
	(1) on a tract of land smaller than 100 acres;
	(2) less than 500 feet deep; and
	(3) drilled, completed, or equipped so that the well
	is capable of producing more than 9,000 gallons of groundwater per
	day. (Acts 72nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 180, Sec. 6A.)
	CHAPTER 8862. MIDDLE TRINITY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8862.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8862.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8862.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT
	Sec. 8862.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
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	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8862.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	Sec. 8862.052. ELECTION OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8862.053. ELECTION DATE
	Sec. 8862.054. QUALIFICATION FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 8862.055. COMPOSITION OF BOARD AND ELECTION OF
	DIRECTORS FOLLOWING ANNEXATION OF ONE
	OR TWO COUNTIES
	Sec. 8862.056. COMPOSITION OF BOARD AND ELECTION OF
	DIRECTORS FOLLOWING ANNEXATION OF
	MORE THAN TWO COUNTIES
	[Sections 8862.057-8862.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8862.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8862.102. DISTRICT RULES; ENFORCEMENT
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	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8862.151. MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION TAX
	CHAPTER 8862. MIDDLE TRINITY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8862.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a board member.
	(3) "District" means the Middle Trinity Groundwater
	Conservation District. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1362, Sec. 2.)
	Sec. 8862.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	groundwater conservation district created under and essential to
	accomplish the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1362, Secs. 1(a) (part),
	(b).)
	Sec. 8862.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT.
	(a) The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1362, Sec. 4.)
	Sec. 8862.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district's
	boundaries are coextensive with the boundaries of Erath, Comanche,
	Bosque, and Coryell Counties, unless the district's territory has
	been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter J or K, Chapter 36, Water Code; or
	(2) other law. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1362, Sec.
	3; New.)
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	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8862.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) Except as
	provided by Subsection (c) and Sections 8862.055 and 8862.056, the
	district is governed by a board of six directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered four-year terms.
	(c) The board by resolution may change the number of
	directors elected from a county in the district for the purpose of
	equalizing representation of the residents of the district.
	(d) Section 36.051(a), Water Code, does not apply to the
	district. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1362, Secs. 6(a), (d), (g),
	9(c).)
	Sec. 8862.052. ELECTION OF DIRECTORS. Except as provided
	by Sections 8862.051(c) and 8862.056, three directors shall be
	elected from each county in the district. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1362, Sec. 9(a).)
	Sec. 8862.053. ELECTION DATE. Except as provided by
	Sections 8862.055 and 8862.056, each even-numbered year, on the
	uniform election date in May or another date authorized by law, the
	appropriate number of directors shall be elected. (Acts 77th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 1362, Sec. 11(b).)
	Sec. 8862.054. QUALIFICATION FOR OFFICE. To be qualified
	to be a candidate for or serve as director, a person must be a
	registered voter in the county the person seeks to represent. (Acts
	77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1362, Sec. 9(b).)
	Sec. 8862.055. COMPOSITION OF BOARD AND ELECTION OF
	DIRECTORS FOLLOWING ANNEXATION OF ONE OR TWO COUNTIES. (a) This
	section applies only following the annexation by the district under
	Subchapter J, Chapter 36, Water Code, of the territory of one or two
	additional counties.
	(b) Not later than the 90th day after the date of an election
	in which the annexation of a county to the district is ratified by a
	majority vote of the voters of that county, the commissioners court
	of the annexed county shall appoint three temporary directors to
	the board. Temporary directors serve until initial permanent
	directors are elected under Subsection (c).
	(c) In the first odd-numbered year following the election in
	which annexation of a county is ratified, on the uniform election
	date in May or another date authorized by law, initial permanent
	directors shall be elected from that county. The initial permanent
	directors from the county shall draw lots to determine who will
	serve a four-year term and who will serve a two-year term.
	(d) In each odd-numbered year following the election of
	initial permanent directors under Subsection (c), on the uniform
	election date in May or another date authorized by law, the
	appropriate number of directors from the annexed county shall be
	elected. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1362, Sec. 11A.)
	Sec. 8862.056. COMPOSITION OF BOARD AND ELECTION OF
	DIRECTORS FOLLOWING ANNEXATION OF MORE THAN TWO COUNTIES.
	(a) This section applies only following the annexation by the
	district under Subchapter J, Chapter 36, Water Code, of the
	territory of a third additional county or the simultaneous or
	subsequent annexation of the territory of other additional
	counties.
	(b) After annexation, two directors shall be elected from
	each county in the district as provided by this section.
	(c) Not later than the 90th day after the date of an election
	in which the annexation of a county is ratified by a majority vote
	of the voters of that county, the commissioners court of each
	annexed county shall appoint two temporary directors to the board.
	Temporary directors serve until initial permanent directors are
	elected under Subsection (d).
	(d) In the first odd-numbered year following the election in
	which annexation of a county is ratified, on the uniform election
	date in May or another date authorized by law, initial permanent
	directors shall be elected from that county. The initial permanent
	directors from the county shall draw lots to determine who will
	serve a four-year term and who will serve a two-year term.
	(e) On the date of the next regularly scheduled directors'
	election in an even-numbered year following the election in which
	annexation of a county is ratified:
	(1) one director position from Comanche County and one
	director position from Erath County are abolished; and
	(2) the terms of the directors serving in those
	positions expire on the date of the election.
	(f) On the date of the next regularly scheduled directors'
	election in an odd-numbered year following the election in which
	annexation of the county is ratified:
	(1) one director position from each of the first two
	counties annexed by the district is abolished; and
	(2) the terms of the directors serving in those
	positions expire on the date of the election.
	(g) If more than one position described by Subsection (e)(1)
	or (f)(1) is scheduled for election in Comanche County, Erath
	County, or one of the first two counties annexed by the district,
	the directors of the county shall draw lots to determine which
	position shall be abolished in accordance with Subsections (e) and
	(f).
	(h) Each odd-numbered year following the election of
	initial permanent directors under Subsection (d), on the uniform
	election date in May or another date authorized by law, the
	appropriate number of directors from the annexed county shall be
	elected. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1362, Sec. 11B.)
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	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8862.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT POWERS
	AND DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges,
	functions, and duties provided by the general law of this state,
	including Chapter 36, Water Code, applicable to groundwater
	conservation districts created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1362, Sec. 5(a) (part).)
	Sec. 8862.102. DISTRICT RULES; ENFORCEMENT. (a) Any rules
	adopted by the district as authorized by this chapter and Chapter
	36, Water Code, apply to all persons and entities except as exempted
	under Section 36.117, Water Code.
	(b) The district may enforce its rules and the provisions of
	Chapter 36, Water Code, in the manner authorized by that chapter. In
	addition to the remedies provided under Section 36.102, Water Code,
	the district may impose a fee on a person or entity for violation of
	a rule of the district or failure to comply with an order issued by
	the district. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1362, Sec. 13, as added
	Acts 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 521.)
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	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8862.151. MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION TAX. To pay the
	maintenance and operating expenses of the district, the board of
	directors may impose taxes annually at a rate not to exceed five
	cents on each $100 of assessed valuation. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1362, Sec. 12.)
	CHAPTER 8863. NECHES AND TRINITY VALLEYS GROUNDWATER
	CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8863.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8863.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8863.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT
	Sec. 8863.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 8863.005. ADDITION OF UNDERGROUND WATER
	CONSERVATION DISTRICT OR ADJACENT
	COUNTY TO DISTRICT
	[Sections 8863.006-8863.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8863.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 8863.052. APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8863.053. TERMS
	Sec. 8863.054. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 8863.055. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES
	Sec. 8863.056. VOTE REQUIRED FOR BOARD ACTION
	[Sections 8863.057-8863.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8863.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8863.102. WELLS EXEMPT FROM REGULATION
	Sec. 8863.103. TRANSFER OF GROUNDWATER OUT OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8863.104. NO EMINENT DOMAIN POWER
	Sec. 8863.105. LIMIT ON PURCHASE OF GROUNDWATER RIGHTS
	[Sections 8863.106-8863.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8863.151. AUTHORITY TO SET FEES; LIMITS
	Sec. 8863.152. TAXES PROHIBITED
	Sec. 8863.153. LIMIT ON ISSUANCE OF BONDS AND NOTES
	CHAPTER 8863. NECHES AND TRINITY VALLEYS GROUNDWATER
	CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8863.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a board member.
	(3) "District" means the Neches and Trinity Valleys
	Groundwater Conservation District. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1387, Sec. 2; New.)
	Sec. 8863.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	groundwater conservation district in Anderson, Cherokee, and
	Henderson Counties created under and essential to accomplish the
	purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1387, Secs. 1(a) (part), (b).)
	Sec. 8863.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT.
	(a) The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1387, Sec. 4.)
	Sec. 8863.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 3, Chapter 1387,
	Acts of the 77th Legislature, Regular Session, 2001, as that
	territory may have been modified under:
	(1) Section 8863.005 or its predecessor statute,
	former Section 10, Chapter 1387, Acts of the 77th Legislature,
	Regular Session, 2001;
	(2) Subchapter J or K, Chapter 36, Water Code; or
	(3) other law. (New.)
	Sec. 8863.005. ADDITION OF UNDERGROUND WATER CONSERVATION
	DISTRICT OR ADJACENT COUNTY TO DISTRICT. (a) An adjacent county
	or an underground water conservation district the boundaries of
	which lie wholly within the boundaries of the district may petition
	to join the district by resolution of the commissioners court of the
	county or the board of directors of the underground water
	conservation district.
	(b) If, after a hearing on the resolution, the board finds
	that the addition of the county or underground water conservation
	district would benefit the district and the county or underground
	water conservation district to be added, the board by resolution
	may approve the addition of the county or underground water
	conservation district to the district.
	(c) The addition of a county or underground water
	conservation district to the district under this section is not
	final until ratified by a majority vote of the voters in the county
	or within the boundaries of the underground water conservation
	district to be added voting in an election held for that purpose.
	(d) The ballot for the election shall be printed to provide
	for voting for or against the proposition: "The inclusion of
	_______ County in the Neches and Trinity Valleys Groundwater
	Conservation District" or "The inclusion of ________ Underground
	Water Conservation District in the Neches and Trinity Valleys
	Groundwater Conservation District." (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1387, Secs. 10(a), (b), (c), (d).)
	[Sections 8863.006-8863.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8863.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The district is
	governed by a board of directors appointed as provided by Section
	8863.052. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1387, Sec. 6(a).)
	Sec. 8863.052. APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS. (a) The
	commissioners court of each county in the district shall appoint:
	(1) one director to represent the rural water and
	utilities and small municipal water supply interests of the county;
	and
	(2) one director to represent the agriculture,
	industry, or landowner groundwater supply interests of the county.
	(b) The governing body of the most populous municipality in
	each county in the district, acting jointly with the governing body
	of the most populous municipality in each other county in the
	district, shall appoint one director to represent those
	municipalities. The governing bodies shall appoint residents of
	the district on a rotating basis so that a resident of each county
	is appointed every sixth year. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1387,
	Secs. 7(a), (b).)
	Sec. 8863.053. TERMS. (a) Directors appointed under
	Section 8863.052(a) serve staggered four-year terms, with the term
	of one director appointed by the commissioners court of each county
	expiring every two years. The director appointed jointly under
	Section 8863.052(b) serves a two-year term.
	(b) A director may serve consecutive terms.
	(c) A director serves at the pleasure of the political
	subdivision that appointed the director. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 1387, Secs. 6(b), (c) (part), (g).)
	Sec. 8863.054. BOARD VACANCY. If there is a vacancy on the
	board, the governing body of the entity that appointed the director
	who vacated the office shall appoint a director to serve the
	remainder of the term. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1387, Sec. 6(h).)
	Sec. 8863.055. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES. (a) A director is
	not entitled to receive compensation for serving as a director.
	(b) A director may be reimbursed for actual, reasonable
	expenses incurred in discharging official duties. (Acts 77th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 1387, Sec. 6(i).)
	Sec. 8863.056. VOTE REQUIRED FOR BOARD ACTION. A majority
	vote of a quorum of the board is required for board action. If there
	is a tie vote, the proposed action fails. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 1387, Sec. 6(j).)
	[Sections 8863.057-8863.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8863.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT POWERS
	AND DUTIES. Except as provided by this subchapter and Subchapter D,
	the district has the rights, powers, privileges, functions, and
	duties provided by the general law of this state, including Chapter
	36, Water Code, applicable to groundwater conservation districts
	created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1387, Sec. 5(a) (part).)
	Sec. 8863.102. WELLS EXEMPT FROM REGULATION. A well
	meeting the criteria established under Section 36.117, Water Code,
	including a well used for dewatering and monitoring in the
	production of coal and lignite, is exempt from permit requirements,
	regulations, and fees imposed by the district. (Acts 77th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 1387, Sec. 5(e).)
	Sec. 8863.103. TRANSFER OF GROUNDWATER OUT OF DISTRICT.
	(a) In this section, "retail public utility" has the meaning
	assigned by Section 13.002, Water Code.
	(b) The district by rule may require a person to obtain a
	permit from the district for the transfer of groundwater out of the
	district consistent with Section 36.122, Water Code.
	(c) The district may determine that a transfer of
	groundwater produced within the district's boundaries for use
	outside the district's boundaries will not be considered a transfer
	outside the district if the transfer:
	(1) is for use as a potable water supply by a retail
	public utility and is within an authorized service area of which an
	appropriate portion, as determined by the district, is located
	inside the district's boundaries; or
	(2) involves an emergency potable water interconnect
	between retail public utilities. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1387,
	Sec. 5(b).)
	Sec. 8863.104. NO EMINENT DOMAIN POWER. The district may
	not exercise the power of eminent domain. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 1387, Sec. 5(f) (part).)
	Sec. 8863.105. LIMIT ON PURCHASE OF GROUNDWATER RIGHTS.
	The district may not purchase groundwater rights unless the
	purchased rights are acquired for conservation purposes and are
	permanently held in trust not to be produced. (Acts 77th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 1387, Sec. 5(f) (part).)
	[Sections 8863.106-8863.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8863.151. AUTHORITY TO SET FEES; LIMITS. (a) The
	board may set fees for administrative acts of the district, such as
	filing applications. A fee may not unreasonably exceed the cost to
	the district of performing the administrative function for which
	the fee is charged.
	(b) The board shall set and collect fees for all services
	provided outside the boundaries of the district. The fees may not
	unreasonably exceed the cost to the district of providing the
	services outside the district.
	(c) The board may assess production fees based on the amount
	of water authorized by permit to be withdrawn from a well or the
	amount actually withdrawn. The district may assess the fees in lieu
	of, or in conjunction with, any taxes otherwise imposed by the
	district. The district may use revenue generated by the fees for
	any lawful purpose. Production fees may not exceed:
	(1) $1 per acre-foot payable annually for water used
	for agricultural use; or
	(2) $10 per acre-foot payable annually for water used
	for any other purpose.
	(d) The board may assess a production fee under Subsection
	(c) for any water that is:
	(1) produced under an exemption under Section 36.117,
	Water Code; and
	(2) subsequently sold to another person.
	(e) The district may not assess a fee of any type on a well
	if the well's production is used only for domestic, agricultural,
	or wildlife purposes within the district. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 1387, Secs. 5(d), (g).)
	Sec. 8863.152. TAXES PROHIBITED. The district may not
	impose taxes in the district. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1387, Sec.
	5(c).)
	Sec. 8863.153. LIMIT ON ISSUANCE OF BONDS AND NOTES. The
	district may not issue and sell bonds or notes in the name of the
	district. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1387, Sec. 5(f) (part).)
	CHAPTER 8864. PECAN VALLEY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8864.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8864.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8864.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT
	Sec. 8864.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8864.005-8864.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8864.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	Sec. 8864.052. ELECTION OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8864.053. ELECTION DATE
	Sec. 8864.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 8864.055. BOARD VACANCY
	[Sections 8864.056-8864.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8864.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	POWERS AND DUTIES
	[Sections 8864.102-8864.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8864.151. LIMITATION ON TAXES
	CHAPTER 8864. PECAN VALLEY GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8864.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a board member.
	(3) "District" means the Pecan Valley Groundwater
	Conservation District. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1343, Sec. 2;
	New.)
	Sec. 8864.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	groundwater conservation district in DeWitt County created under
	and essential to accomplish the purposes of Section 59, Article
	XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1343, Secs.
	1(a) (part), (b).)
	Sec. 8864.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT.
	(a) The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1343, Sec. 4.)
	Sec. 8864.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district's
	boundaries are coextensive with the boundaries of DeWitt County
	unless the district's territory has been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter J or K, Chapter 36, Water Code; or
	(2) other law. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1343, Sec.
	3; New.)
	[Sections 8864.005-8864.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8864.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of five directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 77th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 1343, Secs. 6(a), (c).)
	Sec. 8864.052. ELECTION OF DIRECTORS. (a) Directors are
	elected according to the commissioners precinct method as provided
	by this section.
	(b) One director is elected by the voters of the entire
	district. One director is elected from each county commissioners
	precinct by the voters of that precinct.
	(c) A person shall indicate on the application for a place
	on the ballot:
	(1) the precinct that the person seeks to represent;
	or
	(2) that the person seeks to represent the district at
	large.
	(d) At the first election of the district after the county
	commissioners precincts are redrawn under Section 18, Article V,
	Texas Constitution, four new directors shall be elected to
	represent the precincts. The directors shall draw lots to
	determine which two directors serve four-year terms and which two
	directors serve two-year terms. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1343,
	Secs. 8(a), (b), (d), (e).)
	Sec. 8864.053. ELECTION DATE. Each odd-numbered year, on
	the uniform election date in May or another date authorized by law,
	the appropriate number of directors shall be elected. (Acts 77th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 1343, Sec. 11(c); New.)
	Sec. 8864.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. (a) To qualify
	as a candidate for or serve as director at large, a person must be:
	(1) at least 18 years of age;
	(2) a resident of the district; and
	(3) a registered voter in the district.
	(b) To be a candidate for or serve as director from a county
	commissioners precinct, a person must be:
	(1) at least 18 years of age;
	(2) a resident of that precinct; and
	(3) a registered voter of that precinct. (Acts 77th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 1343, Sec. 8(c).)
	Sec. 8864.055. BOARD VACANCY. (a) The board shall appoint
	a replacement to fill a vacancy in the office of any director.
	(b) The appointed replacement serves until the next
	directors' election.
	(c) If the position is not scheduled to be filled at the
	election, the person elected to fill the position serves only for
	the remainder of the unexpired term. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1343, Sec. 6(f).)
	[Sections 8864.056-8864.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8864.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT POWERS
	AND DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges,
	functions, and duties provided by the general law of this state,
	including Chapter 36, Water Code, applicable to groundwater
	conservation districts created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1343, Sec. 5(a) (part).)
	[Sections 8864.102-8864.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8864.151. LIMITATION ON TAXES. The board may not
	impose an ad valorem tax at a rate that exceeds five cents on each
	$100 valuation of taxable property in the district. (Acts 77th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 1343, Sec. 12.)
	CHAPTER 8865. POST OAK SAVANNAH GROUNDWATER
	CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8865.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8865.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8865.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT
	Sec. 8865.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8865.005-8865.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8865.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	Sec. 8865.052. APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8865.053. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 8865.054. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES
	Sec. 8865.055. QUORUM; VOTE REQUIRED FOR BOARD ACTION
	[Sections 8865.056-8865.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8865.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8865.102. GROUNDWATER WELLS UNDER JURISDICTION OF
	RAILROAD COMMISSION
	Sec. 8865.103. LIMITATION ON POWER OF EMINENT DOMAIN
	[Sections 8865.104-8865.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8865.151. FEES
	Sec. 8865.152. LIMITATION ON AUTHORITY TO IMPOSE TAXES
	CHAPTER 8865. POST OAK SAVANNAH GROUNDWATER
	CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8865.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a board member.
	(3) "District" means the Post Oak Savannah Groundwater
	Conservation District. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec.
	3.1402; Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1307, Sec. 3.02; New.)
	Sec. 8865.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	groundwater conservation district in Milam and Burleson Counties
	created under and essential to accomplish the purposes of Section
	59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	966, Secs. 3.1401(a) (part), (b); Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1307,
	Secs. 3.01(a) (part), (b).)
	Sec. 8865.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT.
	(a) The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.1404;
	Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1307, Sec. 3.04.)
	Sec. 8865.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district's
	boundaries are coextensive with the boundaries of Milam and
	Burleson Counties unless the district's territory has been modified
	under:
	(1) Subchapter J or K, Chapter 36, Water Code; or
	(2) other law. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec.
	3.1403; Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1307, Sec. 3.03; New.)
	[Sections 8865.005-8865.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8865.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of 10 directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered four-year terms.
	(c) A director may serve consecutive terms. (Acts 77th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 966, Secs. 3.1409(a), (c), (f); Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1307, Secs. 3.10(a), (c), (f).)
	Sec. 8865.052. APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS. (a) The Milam
	County Commissioners Court shall appoint five directors, of whom:
	(1) one must represent municipal interests in the
	county;
	(2) one must be a bona fide agricultural producer who
	derives a substantial portion of the producer's income from
	agriculture in the county;
	(3) one must be a director or employee of a rural water
	supply corporation in the county;
	(4) one must represent active industrial interests in
	the county; and
	(5) one must represent the interests of the county at
	large.
	(b) The Burleson County Commissioners Court shall appoint
	five directors, of whom:
	(1) one must represent municipal interests in the
	county;
	(2) one must be a bona fide agricultural producer who
	derives a substantial portion of the producer's income from
	agriculture in the county;
	(3) one must be a director or employee of a rural water
	supply corporation in the county;
	(4) one must represent active industrial interests in
	the county; and
	(5) one must represent the interests of the county at
	large.
	(c) On January 1 of each even-numbered year, the appropriate
	commissioners court shall appoint the appropriate number of
	directors. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.1410(d) (part);
	Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1307, Secs. 3.11(a), (b), (d) (part).)
	Sec. 8865.053. BOARD VACANCY. If there is a vacancy on the
	board, the commissioners court that appointed the director who
	vacated the office shall appoint a director to serve the remainder
	of the term. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.1409(g); Acts
	77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1307, Sec. 3.10(g).)
	Sec. 8865.054. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES. (a) A director is
	not entitled to receive compensation for serving as a director.
	(b) A director may be reimbursed for actual, reasonable
	expenses incurred in discharging official duties. (Acts 77th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.1409(h); Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1307, Sec.
	3.10(h).)
	Sec. 8865.055. QUORUM; VOTE REQUIRED FOR BOARD ACTION.
	(a) A quorum exists when at least two-thirds of the directors are
	present.
	(b) A majority vote of a quorum of the board is required for
	board action. If there is a tie vote, the proposed action fails.
	(Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.1409(i); Acts 77th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 1307, Sec. 3.10(i).)
	[Sections 8865.056-8865.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8865.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT POWERS
	AND DUTIES. Except as otherwise provided by this chapter, the
	district has the rights, powers, privileges, functions, and duties
	provided by the general law of this state, including Chapter 36,
	Water Code, applicable to groundwater conservation districts
	created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.1405(a) (part); Acts 77th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 1307, Sec. 3.05(a) (part).)
	Sec. 8865.102. GROUNDWATER WELLS UNDER JURISDICTION OF
	RAILROAD COMMISSION. (a) In this section, "railroad commission"
	means the Railroad Commission of Texas.
	(b) A groundwater well drilled or operated in the district
	under a permit issued by the railroad commission is under the
	exclusive jurisdiction of the railroad commission and is exempt
	from regulation by the district.
	(c) Groundwater produced in an amount authorized by a
	railroad commission permit may be used in or exported from the
	district without a permit from the district.
	(d) To the extent groundwater production exceeds railroad
	commission authorization, the holder of the railroad commission
	permit:
	(1) must apply to the district for the appropriate
	permit for the excess production; and
	(2) is subject to the applicable regulatory fees.
	(e) Groundwater produced from a well under the jurisdiction
	of the railroad commission is generally exempt from water district
	fees. However, the district may impose either a pumping fee or an
	export fee on groundwater produced from an otherwise exempt mine
	well that is used for municipal purposes or by a public utility. A
	fee imposed by the district under this subsection may not exceed the
	fee imposed on other groundwater producers in the district. (Acts
	77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.1407; Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1307, Sec. 3.07; New.)
	Sec. 8865.103. LIMITATION ON POWER OF EMINENT DOMAIN. The
	district does not have the authority granted by Section 36.105,
	Water Code, relating to eminent domain. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	966, Sec. 3.1405(b) (part); Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1307, Sec.
	3.05(b) (part).)
	[Sections 8865.104-8865.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8865.151. FEES. (a) The board by rule may impose a
	reasonable fee on each well that is not exempt from regulation by
	the district and for which a permit is issued by the district. The
	fee may be based on:
	(1) the size of column pipe used by the well; or
	(2) the actual, authorized, or anticipated amount of
	water to be withdrawn from the well.
	(b) Fees may not exceed:
	(1) 25 cents per acre-foot for water used for
	irrigating agricultural crops; or
	(2) 17 cents per thousand gallons for water used for
	any other purpose.
	(c) In addition to the fee authorized under Subsection (a),
	the district may impose a reasonable fee or surcharge for an export
	fee using one of the following methods:
	(1) a fee negotiated between the district and the
	transporter; or
	(2) a combined production and export fee not to exceed
	17 cents per thousand gallons of water used.
	(d) Fees authorized by this section may be:
	(1) assessed annually; and
	(2) used to pay the cost of operating the district.
	(Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Secs. 3.1406(a), (c); Acts 77th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 1307, Sec. 3.06.)
	Sec. 8865.152. LIMITATION ON AUTHORITY TO IMPOSE TAXES.
	The district does not have the authority granted by Sections 36.020
	and 36.201-36.204, Water Code, relating to taxes. (Acts 77th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.1405(b) (part); Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1307, Sec. 3.05(b) (part).)
	CHAPTER 8866. MID-EAST TEXAS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8866.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8866.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8866.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT
	Sec. 8866.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8866.005-8866.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8866.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	Sec. 8866.052. APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8866.053. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 8866.054. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES
	Sec. 8866.055. VOTE REQUIRED FOR BOARD ACTION
	[Sections 8866.056-8866.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8866.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8866.102. GROUNDWATER WELLS UNDER JURISDICTION OF
	RAILROAD COMMISSION
	Sec. 8866.103. LIMITATION ON POWER OF EMINENT DOMAIN
	[Sections 8866.104-8866.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8866.151. FEES
	Sec. 8866.152. LIMITATION ON AUTHORITY TO IMPOSE TAXES
	CHAPTER 8866. MID-EAST TEXAS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8866.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a board member.
	(3) "District" means the Mid-East Texas Groundwater
	Conservation District. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.1502;
	Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1307, Sec. 4.02; New.)
	Sec. 8866.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	groundwater conservation district in Leon, Madison, and Freestone
	Counties created under and essential to accomplish the purposes of
	Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 966, Secs. 3.1501(a) (part), (b); Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1307, Secs. 4.01(a) (part), (b).)
	Sec. 8866.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT.
	(a) The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.1504;
	Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1307, Sec. 4.04.)
	Sec. 8866.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district's
	boundaries are coextensive with the boundaries of Leon, Madison,
	and Freestone Counties unless the district's territory has been
	modified under:
	(1) Subchapter J or K, Chapter 36, Water Code; or
	(2) other law. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec.
	3.1503; Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1307, Sec. 4.03; New.)
	[Sections 8866.005-8866.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8866.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of nine directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered four-year terms.
	(c) A director may serve consecutive terms. (Acts 77th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Secs. 3.1509(a), (c), (f); Acts 77th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 1307, Secs. 4.10(a), (c), (f).)
	Sec. 8866.052. APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS. (a) The Leon
	County Commissioners Court shall appoint three directors, of whom:
	(1) one must represent the interests of municipalities
	in the county, or must be a director or employee of a rural water
	supply corporation in the county, or both;
	(2) one must be a bona fide agricultural producer who
	derives a substantial portion of the producer's income from
	agriculture in the county; and
	(3) one must represent active industrial interests in
	the county.
	(b) The Madison County Commissioners Court shall appoint
	three directors, of whom:
	(1) one must represent the interests of municipalities
	in the county, or must be a director or employee of a rural water
	supply corporation in the county, or both;
	(2) one must be a bona fide agricultural producer who
	derives a substantial portion of the producer's income from
	agriculture in the county; and
	(3) one must represent active industrial interests in
	the county.
	(c) The Freestone County Commissioners Court shall appoint
	three directors, of whom:
	(1) one must represent the interests of municipalities
	in the county, or must be a director or employee of a rural water
	supply corporation in the county, or both;
	(2) one must be a bona fide agricultural producer who
	derives a substantial portion of the producer's income from
	agriculture in the county; and
	(3) one must represent active industrial interests in
	the county.
	(d) On January 1 of each even-numbered year, the appropriate
	commissioners courts shall appoint the appropriate number of
	directors. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.1510(e) (part);
	Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1307, Secs. 4.11(a), (b), (c), (e)
	(part).)
	Sec. 8866.053. BOARD VACANCY. If there is a vacancy on the
	board, the commissioners court that appointed the director who
	vacated the office shall appoint a director to serve the remainder
	of the term. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.1509(g); Acts
	77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1307, Sec. 4.10(g).)
	Sec. 8866.054. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES. (a) A director is
	not entitled to receive compensation for serving as a director.
	(b) A director may be reimbursed for actual, reasonable
	expenses incurred in discharging official duties. (Acts 77th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.1509(h); Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1307, Sec.
	4.10(h).)
	Sec. 8866.055. VOTE REQUIRED FOR BOARD ACTION. A majority
	vote of a quorum of the board is required for board action. If there
	is a tie vote, the proposed action fails. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	966, Sec. 3.1509(i); Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1307, Sec. 4.10(i).)
	[Sections 8866.056-8866.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8866.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT POWERS
	AND DUTIES. Except as otherwise provided by this chapter, the
	district has the rights, powers, privileges, functions, and duties
	provided by the general law of this state, including Chapter 36,
	Water Code, applicable to groundwater conservation districts
	created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.1505(a) (part); Acts 77th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 1307, Sec. 4.05(a) (part).)
	Sec. 8866.102. GROUNDWATER WELLS UNDER JURISDICTION OF
	RAILROAD COMMISSION. (a) In this section, "railroad commission"
	means the Railroad Commission of Texas.
	(b) A groundwater well drilled or operated in the district
	under a permit issued by the railroad commission is under the
	exclusive jurisdiction of the railroad commission and is exempt
	from regulation by the district.
	(c) Groundwater produced in an amount authorized by a
	railroad commission permit may be used in or exported from the
	district without a permit from the district.
	(d) To the extent groundwater production exceeds railroad
	commission authorization, the holder of the railroad commission
	permit:
	(1) must apply to the district for the appropriate
	permit for the excess production; and
	(2) is subject to the applicable regulatory fees.
	(e) Groundwater produced from a well under the jurisdiction
	of the railroad commission is generally exempt from water district
	fees. However, the district may impose either a pumping fee or an
	export fee on groundwater produced from an otherwise exempt mine
	well that is used for municipal purposes or by a public utility. A
	fee imposed by the district under this subsection may not exceed the
	fee imposed on other groundwater producers in the district. (Acts
	77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.1507; Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1307, Sec. 4.07; New.)
	Sec. 8866.103. LIMITATION ON POWER OF EMINENT DOMAIN. The
	district does not have the authority granted by Section 36.105,
	Water Code, relating to eminent domain. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	966, Sec. 3.1505(b) (part); Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1307, Sec.
	4.05(b) (part).)
	[Sections 8866.104-8866.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8866.151. FEES. (a) The board by rule may impose a
	reasonable fee on each well that is not exempt from regulation by
	the district and for which a permit is issued by the district. The
	fee may be based on:
	(1) the size of column pipe used by the well; or
	(2) the actual, authorized, or anticipated amount of
	water to be withdrawn from the well.
	(b) Fees may not exceed:
	(1) 25 cents per acre-foot for water used for
	irrigating agricultural crops; or
	(2) 17 cents per thousand gallons for water used for
	any other purpose.
	(c) In addition to the fee authorized under Subsection (a),
	the district may impose a reasonable fee or surcharge for an export
	fee using one of the following methods:
	(1) a fee negotiated between the district and the
	transporter; or
	(2) a combined production and export fee not to exceed
	17 cents per thousand gallons of water used.
	(d) Fees authorized by this section may be:
	(1) assessed annually; and
	(2) used to pay the cost of operating the district.
	(Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 966, Secs. 3.1506(a), (c); Acts 77th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 1307, Sec. 4.06.)
	Sec. 8866.152. LIMITATION ON AUTHORITY TO IMPOSE TAXES.
	The district does not have the authority granted by Sections 36.020
	and 36.201-36.204, Water Code, relating to taxes. (Acts 77th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 966, Sec. 3.1505(b) (part); Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1307, Sec. 4.05(b) (part).)
	CHAPTER 8867. ROLLING PLAINS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8867.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8867.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8867.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT
	Sec. 8867.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8867.005-8867.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8867.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	Sec. 8867.052. APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS IN GENERAL
	Sec. 8867.053. APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS BY ADDITIONAL
	COUNTIES
	Sec. 8867.054. ELIGIBILITY
	Sec. 8867.055. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 8867.056. COMPENSATION
	Sec. 8867.057. PRESIDENT
	[Sections 8867.058-8867.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8867.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8867.102. LIMITATION ON RULEMAKING POWER NOT
	APPLICABLE
	Sec. 8867.103. FEES
	CHAPTER 8867. ROLLING PLAINS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8867.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a board member.
	(3) "District" means the Rolling Plains Groundwater
	Conservation District. (Acts 73rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1028, Sec. 2;
	New.)
	Sec. 8867.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is created
	under and essential to accomplish the purposes of Section 59,
	Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 73rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1028,
	Sec. 1(b).)
	Sec. 8867.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT.
	(a) The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution. (Acts 73rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1028, Sec. 4.)
	Sec. 8867.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district's
	boundaries are coextensive with the boundaries of Haskell County,
	Knox County, and Baylor County, unless the district's territory has
	been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter J or K, Chapter 36, Water Code; or
	(2) other law. (Acts 73rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1028, Sec. 3;
	New.)
	[Sections 8867.005-8867.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8867.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of not fewer than 5 or more than 16
	directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 73rd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 1028, Secs. 6(a), 8(c).)
	Sec. 8867.052. APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS IN GENERAL. The
	commissioners court of each county in the district shall appoint an
	equal number of directors. (Acts 73rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1028, Sec. 7.)
	Sec. 8867.053. APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS BY ADDITIONAL
	COUNTIES. (a) When a county is added to the district, the board
	shall change the number of directors so that an equal number of
	directors are appointed by the commissioners court of each county
	in the district. The terms of the directors then serving expire on
	a date set by the board, not later than the 90th day after the date
	the county is added to the district, and the directors continue to
	serve only until the new directors have been appointed.
	(b) The board shall send to the commissioners court of each
	county in the district notice of the number of directors the county
	may appoint.
	(c) After receiving the notice from the board, the
	commissioners courts of all the counties in the district shall
	confer to determine the number of new directors from each county who
	will serve four-year terms and the number of new directors from each
	county who will serve two-year terms. The commissioners courts
	shall provide that, as nearly as possible, half of the new
	directors, in total and from each county, serve four-year terms and
	the remaining new directors serve two-year terms.
	(d) The commissioners court of each county shall appoint new
	directors before the date set by the board in Subsection (a). A
	commissioners court may reappoint a current director.
	(e) The new directors from each county shall draw lots to
	determine which directors serve four-year terms and which directors
	serve two-year terms in accordance with Subsection (c). (Acts 73rd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 1028, Sec. 7A.)
	Sec. 8867.054. ELIGIBILITY. To be eligible to serve as
	director, a person must be:
	(1) at least 21 years of age; and
	(2) a registered voter in the county from which the
	person is appointed. (Acts 73rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1028, Sec. 6(c).)
	Sec. 8867.055. BOARD VACANCY. If a vacancy occurs in the
	office of director, the commissioners court of the county from
	which the person vacating the position was appointed shall appoint
	a director for the unexpired term. (Acts 73rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1028,
	Sec. 6(b).)
	Sec. 8867.056. COMPENSATION. (a) A director is not
	entitled to receive fees of office under Section 36.060, Water
	Code, if the director holds another office that is a civil office of
	emolument for purposes of Section 40, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution.
	(b) Except as provided by this section, a director may
	receive reimbursement of actual expenses as provided by Section
	36.060(b), Water Code.
	(c) The board by rule, bylaw, or resolution may limit the
	amount of fees of office or the amount of reimbursement for actual
	expenses a director is entitled to receive.
	(d) This section prevails over any provision of general or
	special law that is in conflict or inconsistent with this section,
	including Section 36.060(d), Water Code. (Acts 73rd Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1028, Sec. 6(d).)
	Sec. 8867.057. PRESIDENT. (a) The board shall elect a
	president from among the directors every other year following the
	appointment of directors under Section 8867.052.
	(b) The president may vote and may cast an additional vote
	to break a tie. (Acts 73rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1028, Sec. 9.)
	[Sections 8867.058-8867.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8867.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT POWERS
	AND DUTIES. Except as provided by Sections 8867.102 and
	8867.103(b), the district has the rights, powers, privileges,
	functions, and duties provided by the general law of this state,
	including Chapter 36, Water Code, applicable to groundwater
	conservation districts created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution. (Acts 73rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1028, Secs. 5(a) (part),
	(b) (part), (c) (part).)
	Sec. 8867.102. LIMITATION ON RULEMAKING POWER NOT
	APPLICABLE. Section 36.121, Water Code, does not apply to the
	district. (Acts 73rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1028, Sec. 5(b) (part).)
	Sec. 8867.103. FEES. (a) The district may assess fees
	under Section 36.122(e) or 36.205(c), Water Code, in an annual
	amount not to exceed:
	(1) $1 per acre-foot of water used for agricultural
	use; or
	(2) 17 cents per thousand gallons of water used for any
	other purpose.
	(b) Section 36.205(e), Water Code, does not apply to the
	district. (Acts 73rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1028, Sec. 5(c) (part).)
	CHAPTER 8868. SOUTHEAST TEXAS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8868.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8868.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8868.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT
	Sec. 8868.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 8868.005. ADDITION OF ADJACENT COUNTY TO DISTRICT
	Sec. 8868.006. LANDOWNERS' RIGHTS
	[Sections 8868.007-8868.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8868.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	Sec. 8868.052. APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS BY INITIAL
	COUNTIES
	Sec. 8868.053. APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS BY ADDITIONAL
	COUNTIES
	Sec. 8868.054. QUALIFICATIONS; GROUNDWATER PRODUCERS
	Sec. 8868.055. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 8868.056. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES
	Sec. 8868.057. VOTE REQUIRED FOR BOARD ACTION
	[Sections 8868.058-8868.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8868.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8868.102. TRANSFER OF GROUNDWATER OUT OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8868.103. LIMIT ON PURCHASE OF GROUNDWATER RIGHTS
	FOR CONSERVATION PURPOSES
	Sec. 8868.104. WELLS EXEMPT FROM REGULATION
	Sec. 8868.105. NO EMINENT DOMAIN POWER
	[Sections 8868.106-8868.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8868.151. TAXES PROHIBITED
	Sec. 8868.152. TAX BONDS PROHIBITED
	Sec. 8868.153. PERMIT FEES
	CHAPTER 8868. SOUTHEAST TEXAS GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8868.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a board member.
	(3) "District" means the Southeast Texas Groundwater
	Conservation District. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 384, Sec. 1;
	New.)
	Sec. 8868.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. (a) The district is a
	groundwater conservation district created under and essential to
	accomplish the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution.
	(b) The district is a political subdivision of this state.
	(Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 384, Secs. 2, 3.)
	Sec. 8868.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT.
	(a) The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 384, Sec. 4.)
	Sec. 8868.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district's
	boundaries are coextensive with the boundaries of Jasper, Newton,
	Hardin, and Tyler Counties, Texas, unless the district's territory
	has been modified under:
	(1) Section 8868.005;
	(2) Subchapter J or K, Chapter 36, Water Code; or
	(3) other law. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 384, Sec. 5;
	New.)
	Sec. 8868.005. ADDITION OF ADJACENT COUNTY TO DISTRICT.
	(a) An adjacent county may petition to join the district by
	resolution of the commissioners court of the county.
	(b) If, after a hearing on the resolution, the board finds
	that the addition of the county would benefit the district and the
	county to be added, the board by resolution may approve the addition
	of the county to the district.
	(c) The addition of a county to the district under this
	section is not final until ratified by a majority vote of the voters
	in the county to be added voting in an election held for that
	purpose.
	(d) The ballot for the election shall be printed to provide
	for voting for or against the proposition: "The inclusion of
	(name of county) County in the Southeast Texas
	Groundwater Conservation District." (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 384,
	Secs. 14(a), (b), (c), (d).)
	Sec. 8868.006. LANDOWNERS' RIGHTS. The rights of landowners
	and their lessees and assigns in groundwater in the district are
	recognized. Nothing in this chapter may be construed to deprive or
	divest the landowners or their lessees and assigns of their rights,
	subject to district rules. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 384, Sec. 12.)
	[Sections 8868.007-8868.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8868.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of directors appointed under
	Sections 8868.052 and 8868.053.
	(b) Directors serve three-year terms.
	(c) A director may serve consecutive terms. (Acts 78th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 384, Secs. 9(a) (part), (b) (part), (e).)
	Sec. 8868.052. APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS BY INITIAL
	COUNTIES. (a) The Jasper County Commissioners Court shall appoint
	two directors. One director shall represent rural water utilities
	and small municipal water supply interests. The other director
	shall represent the large industrial groundwater supply interests
	of the county and large municipal utilities.
	(b) The Newton County Commissioners Court shall appoint two
	directors. One director shall represent rural water utilities and
	small municipal water supply interests. The other director shall
	represent the forestry or agricultural groundwater supply
	interests of the county.
	(c) The Jasper County Commissioners Court and the Newton
	County Commissioners Court shall jointly appoint one director to
	represent the forestry, agricultural, or landowner groundwater
	supply interests of both counties. The jointly appointed director
	shall serve as the board's presiding officer.
	(d) The Newton City Council shall appoint one director.
	(e) The Jasper City Council shall appoint one director.
	(Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 384, Secs. 10(a), (b), (c), (d), (e).)
	Sec. 8868.053. APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS BY ADDITIONAL
	COUNTIES. When a county is added to the district, the board may
	change the number of directors so that an equal number of directors
	are appointed from each county and one director is appointed
	jointly by the counties. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 384, Sec. 9(a)
	(part).)
	Sec. 8868.054. QUALIFICATIONS; GROUNDWATER PRODUCERS. A
	director is not disqualified from serving because the director is
	an employee, manager, director, or officer of a groundwater
	producer that is or may be regulated by the district. (Acts 78th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 384, Sec. 10(f).)
	Sec. 8868.055. BOARD VACANCY. (a) If there is a vacancy on
	the board, the governing body of the entity that appointed the
	director who vacated the office shall appoint a director to serve
	the remainder of the term.
	(b) The board shall adopt rules or bylaws to establish when
	a vacancy has occurred. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 384, Sec. 9(f).)
	Sec. 8868.056. COMPENSATION; EXPENSES. (a) A director is
	not entitled to receive compensation for serving as a director.
	(b) A director may be reimbursed for actual, reasonable
	expenses incurred in discharging official duties. (Acts 78th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 384, Sec. 9(g).)
	Sec. 8868.057. VOTE REQUIRED FOR BOARD ACTION. A majority
	vote of a quorum of the board is required for board action. If there
	is a tie vote, the proposed action fails. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	384, Sec. 9(h).)
	[Sections 8868.058-8868.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8868.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT POWERS
	AND DUTIES. Except as provided by this chapter, the district has
	the rights, powers, privileges, functions, and duties provided by
	the general law of this state, including Chapter 36, Water Code,
	applicable to groundwater conservation districts created under
	Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 384, Sec. 6.)
	Sec. 8868.102. TRANSFER OF GROUNDWATER OUT OF DISTRICT.
	The district by rule may require a person to obtain a permit from
	the district for the transfer of groundwater out of the district
	consistent with Section 36.122, Water Code, and may regulate the
	terms on which a permit holder under those rules may conduct the
	transfer. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 384, Sec. 7(a).)
	Sec. 8868.103. LIMIT ON PURCHASE OF GROUNDWATER RIGHTS FOR
	CONSERVATION PURPOSES. The district may not purchase groundwater
	rights unless the purchased rights are acquired for conservation
	purposes and are permanently held in trust not to be produced. (Acts
	78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 384, Sec. 7(g) (part).)
	Sec. 8868.104. WELLS EXEMPT FROM REGULATION. (a) The
	district may not require a permit for a well incapable of producing
	more than 25,000 gallons of groundwater a day.
	(b) A well meeting the criteria established under Section
	36.117, Water Code, including a well used for dewatering and
	monitoring in the production of coal or lignite, is exempt from
	permit requirements, regulations, and fees imposed by the district.
	(Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 384, Secs. 7(b), (f).)
	Sec. 8868.105. NO EMINENT DOMAIN POWER. The district may
	not exercise the power of eminent domain. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	384, Sec. 7(g) (part).)
	[Sections 8868.106-8868.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8868.151. TAXES PROHIBITED. The district may not
	impose a tax. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 384, Sec. 7(c).)
	Sec. 8868.152. TAX BONDS PROHIBITED. The district may not
	issue any bonds or other obligations that pledge revenue derived
	from district taxation. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch. 384, Sec. 7(g)
	(part).)
	Sec. 8868.153. PERMIT FEES. (a) The district by rule may
	impose a reasonable fee on each well that is not exempt from
	regulation by the district and for which a permit is issued by the
	district.
	(b) The fee must be based on the amount of water to be
	withdrawn from the well.
	(c) The fee may not exceed one cent per thousand gallons of
	groundwater withdrawn for any purpose. (Acts 78th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	384, Secs. 7(d), (e).)
	CHAPTER 8869. WES-TEX GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8869.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8869.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8869.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT
	Sec. 8869.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 8869.005-8869.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8869.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 8869.052. ELECTION OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8869.053. TERMS
	Sec. 8869.054. ELECTION DATE
	Sec. 8869.055. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	[Sections 8869.056-8869.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8869.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8869.102. LIMITATIONS ON DISTRICT POWERS
	[Sections 8869.103-8869.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8869.151. MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION TAX
	CHAPTER 8869. WES-TEX GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8869.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a board member.
	(3) "District" means the Wes-Tex Groundwater
	Conservation District. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1473, Sec. 2;
	New.)
	Sec. 8869.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	groundwater conservation district in Nolan County created under and
	essential to accomplish the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1473, Secs. 1(a)
	(part), (b).)
	Sec. 8869.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT.
	(a) The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1473, Sec. 4.)
	Sec. 8869.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district's
	boundaries are coextensive with the boundaries of Nolan County,
	unless the district's territory has been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter J or K, Chapter 36, Water Code; or
	(2) other law. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1473, Sec.
	3; New.)
	[Sections 8869.005-8869.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8869.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The district is
	governed by a board of nine directors that consists of one at-large
	director and two directors from each county commissioners precinct.
	(Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1473, Sec. 7(a) (part).)
	Sec. 8869.052. ELECTION OF DIRECTORS. (a) Directors are
	elected according to the commissioners precinct method as provided
	by this section.
	(b) One director is elected by the voters of the entire
	district. Two directors are elected from each county commissioners
	precinct by the voters of that precinct. Of the two directors
	elected from each precinct, one must reside in an incorporated area
	and one must reside in an unincorporated area.
	(c) A person shall indicate on the application for a place
	on the ballot:
	(1) the precinct that the person seeks to represent
	and whether that person resides in an incorporated or in an
	unincorporated area; or
	(2) that the person seeks to represent the district at
	large.
	(d) When the boundaries of the county commissioners
	precincts are redrawn under Section 18, Article V, Texas
	Constitution, a director in office on the effective date of the
	change, or elected or appointed before the effective date of the
	change to a term of office beginning on or after the effective date
	of the change, shall serve the term or the remainder of the term in
	the precinct to which elected or appointed even though the change in
	boundaries places the person's residence outside the precinct for
	which the person was elected or appointed. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 1473, Secs. 7(a) (part), 9(a), (b), (d), (e), as amended Acts
	79th Leg., R.S., Chs. 858, 1088.)
	Sec. 8869.053. TERMS. Directors serve staggered four-year
	terms with four or five members' terms expiring December 1 of each
	even-numbered year. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1473, Secs. 7(d),
	11A, as added Acts 79th Leg., R.S., Chs. 858, 1088.)
	Sec. 8869.054. ELECTION DATE. On the uniform election date
	prescribed by Section 41.001, Election Code, in November of each
	even-numbered year, the appropriate number of directors shall be
	elected. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1473, Sec. 11, as amended Acts
	79th Leg., R.S., Chs. 858, 1088.)
	Sec. 8869.055. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. (a) To be a
	candidate for or to serve as director at large, a person must reside
	in and be a registered voter in the district.
	(b) To be a candidate for or to serve as director from an
	incorporated area of a county commissioners precinct, a person must
	reside in an incorporated area of and be a registered voter of that
	precinct.
	(c) To be a candidate for or to serve as director from an
	unincorporated area of a county commissioners precinct, a person
	must reside in an unincorporated area of and be a registered voter
	of that precinct. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1473, Sec. 9(c).)
	[Sections 8869.056-8869.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8869.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT POWERS
	AND DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges,
	functions, and duties provided by the general law of this state,
	including Chapter 36, Water Code, applicable to groundwater
	conservation districts created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1473, Sec. 5(a) (part).)
	Sec. 8869.102. LIMITATIONS ON DISTRICT POWERS.
	Notwithstanding Section 8869.101, the district may not:
	(1) acquire land;
	(2) purchase, sell, transport, or distribute surface
	water or groundwater;
	(3) issue bonds; or
	(4) exercise eminent domain authority. (Acts 77th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 1473, Sec. 6.)
	[Sections 8869.103-8869.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8869.151. MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION TAX. To pay the
	maintenance and operating expenses of the district, the board may
	impose taxes annually at a rate not to exceed three cents on each
	$100 of assessed valuation. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1473, Sec.
	12.)
	CHAPTER 8870. TRINITY GLEN ROSE GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8870.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 8870.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8870.003. PURPOSE
	Sec. 8870.004. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT
	Sec. 8870.005. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 8870.006. MUNICIPALITY'S CHOICE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 8870.007. EFFECT OF ANNEXATION OF LAND BY CERTAIN
	MUNICIPALITIES
	[Sections 8870.008-8870.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8870.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	Sec. 8870.052. ELECTION OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8870.053. ELECTION DATE
	Sec. 8870.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 8870.055. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 8870.056. REVISION OF SINGLE-MEMBER DISTRICTS
	[Sections 8870.057-8870.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8870.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8870.102. REGULATION OF WELLS
	Sec. 8870.103. PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY WELLS; CERTAIN
	WELLS EXEMPT FROM REGULATION
	Sec. 8870.104. MANAGEMENT PRACTICES; CONSTRUCTION AND
	MAINTENANCE
	Sec. 8870.105. LIMITATIONS ON DISTRICT POWERS
	[Sections 8870.106-8870.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8870.151. MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION TAX
	Sec. 8870.152. LIMITATION ON TAXES; PROHIBITED TAXES
	AND FEES
	Sec. 8870.153. FEES
	Sec. 8870.154. RECHARGE CREDITS
	Sec. 8870.155. USE OF DISTRICT FUNDS
	CHAPTER 8870. TRINITY GLEN ROSE GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8870.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Commission" means the Texas Commission on
	Environmental Quality.
	(3) "Director" means a board member.
	(4) "District" means the Trinity Glen Rose Groundwater
	Conservation District. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1312, Sec. 2;
	New.)
	Sec. 8870.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	groundwater conservation district in the part of Bexar County
	overlying the Trinity Aquifer and is created under and essential to
	accomplish the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1312, Secs. 1(a) (part),
	(b).)
	Sec. 8870.003. PURPOSE. The purpose of the district is to
	develop and implement regulatory, conservation, and recharge
	programs that preserve and protect the underground water resources
	located within the district. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1312, Sec.
	1(c).)
	Sec. 8870.004. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC USE AND BENEFIT.
	(a) The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the district
	will benefit from the works and projects accomplished by the
	district under the powers conferred by Section 59, Article XVI,
	Texas Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1312, Sec. 4.)
	Sec. 8870.005. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 3, Chapter 1312,
	Acts of the 77th Legislature, Regular Session, 2001, as that
	territory may have been modified under:
	(1) Subsection (b) or its predecessor statute, former
	Section 3(b), Chapter 1312, Acts of the 77th Legislature, Regular
	Session, 2001;
	(2) Section 8870.006 or 8870.007 or their predecessor
	statutes, former Sections 19 and 19A, Chapter 1312, Acts of the 77th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 2001;
	(3) Subchapter J or K, Chapter 36, Water Code; or
	(4) other law.
	(b) The district may add territory inside the boundaries of
	the Edwards Aquifer Authority with the consent of the board of
	directors of the authority in the manner provided by Subchapter J,
	Chapter 36, Water Code. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1312, Sec. 3(b);
	New.)
	Sec. 8870.006. MUNICIPALITY'S CHOICE OF DISTRICT. (a) If
	any part of a municipality, a part of which is included within the
	boundaries of the district, is included within the boundaries of
	one or more other groundwater conservation districts created by
	special Act of the 77th Legislature, Regular Session, 2001, and
	confirmed at a subsequent election called for the purpose, the
	municipality, not later than August 31, 2004, at an election called
	for the purpose, may vote to choose the one groundwater
	conservation district of which it will be a part.
	(b) If, after a municipality has held an election authorized
	by Subsection (a), another groundwater conservation district
	created by special Act of the 77th Legislature, Regular Session,
	2001, that includes any part of the municipality is confirmed at an
	election called for the purpose and if the district of which the
	municipality has chosen to be a part has not issued bonds secured by
	ad valorem taxes on any land within the boundaries of the
	municipality, the municipality may hold another election under this
	section to choose whether to remain within the groundwater
	conservation district of which it has chosen to be a part or to
	separate from that district and become part of the newly confirmed
	groundwater conservation district. The district may hold another
	election under this section, regardless of the number of previous
	elections under this section, at any time a district described by
	Subsection (a) is confirmed.
	(c) Section 41.001(a), Election Code, does not apply to an
	election under this section.
	(d) This section and the results of an election held under
	this section prevail over the provisions of any Act of the 77th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 2001, other than Chapter 1312, Acts
	of the 77th Legislature, Regular Session, 2001, regardless of the
	relative dates on which Chapter 1312, Acts of the 77th Legislature,
	Regular Session, 2001, and the other Act were enacted and became
	law. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1312, Secs. 19(a), (b), (c) (part),
	(d).)
	Sec. 8870.007. EFFECT OF ANNEXATION OF LAND BY CERTAIN
	MUNICIPALITIES. (a) In this section:
	(1) "Inhabited land" means land on which at least one
	fixed, permanent, and occupied dwelling is situated, as of the date
	on which the land is annexed by a municipality.
	(2) "Vacant land" means land on which no fixed,
	permanent, and occupied dwelling is situated, as of the date on
	which the land is annexed by a municipality.
	(b) If a municipality that has held an election under
	Section 8870.006 or its predecessor statute, former Section 19,
	Chapter 1312, Acts of the 77th Legislature, Regular Session, 2001,
	subsequently annexes vacant land that is not located in the
	groundwater conservation district chosen by the municipality in the
	election, the annexed vacant land by that action:
	(1) becomes part of the territory of the groundwater
	conservation district chosen by the municipality in the election;
	and
	(2) is disannexed from any other groundwater
	conservation district in which the land is located.
	(c) If a municipality that has held an election under
	Section 8870.006 or its predecessor statute, former Section 19,
	Chapter 1312, Acts of the 77th Legislature, Regular Session, 2001,
	subsequently annexes inhabited land that is not located in the
	groundwater conservation district chosen by the municipality in the
	election, the landowners of the annexed inhabited land may file a
	petition with the groundwater conservation district requesting
	inclusion in that district as provided by Subchapter J, Chapter 36,
	Water Code. Notwithstanding Section 36.325(b), Water Code, the
	petition must be signed by all of the landowners of the land to be
	annexed by the groundwater conservation district. If the affected
	landowners do not file a petition as provided by this subsection,
	the municipality shall hold an election under Section 8870.006 in
	which the voters in the annexed inhabited land may choose the one
	groundwater conservation district of which the annexed land will be
	a part.
	(d) Any land annexed by the municipality after an election
	under Section 8870.006 or its predecessor statute, former Section
	19, Chapter 1312, Acts of the 77th Legislature, Regular Session,
	2001, and before the effective date of this section is:
	(1) territory of the district chosen by the
	municipality in the election; and
	(2) disannexed from any other groundwater
	conservation district in which the land is located.
	(e) A disannexation of a groundwater conservation
	district's territory under this section does not diminish or impair
	the rights of the holders of any outstanding and unpaid bonds,
	warrants, or other obligations of that groundwater conservation
	district. Property disannexed under this section is not released
	from its pro rata share of any indebtedness of that groundwater
	conservation district at the time of the disannexation, and that
	groundwater conservation district may continue to tax the property
	until that debt is paid. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1312, Sec. 19A.)
	[Sections 8870.008-8870.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 8870.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of five directors.
	(b) Directors serve staggered four-year terms. (Acts 77th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 1312, Secs. 7(a), 11(c).)
	Sec. 8870.052. ELECTION OF DIRECTORS. (a) The district is
	divided into five numbered, single-member districts for electing
	directors.
	(b) One director is elected from each single-member
	district. A director elected from a single-member district
	represents the residents of that single-member district. (Acts
	77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1312, Secs. 6(a), (b).)
	Sec. 8870.053. ELECTION DATE. Each even-numbered year, on
	the uniform election date in May or another date authorized by law,
	the appropriate number of directors shall be elected. (Acts 77th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 1312, Sec. 12.)
	Sec. 8870.054. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. (a) To be
	qualified to be a candidate for or to serve as director, a person
	must be a registered voter in the single-member district that the
	person represents or seeks to represent.
	(b) The disqualification of a director is governed by
	Section 49.052, Water Code. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1312, Secs.
	5(c), 6(c).)
	Sec. 8870.055. BOARD VACANCY. (a) The board shall appoint
	a replacement to fill a vacancy in the office of director.
	(b) The appointed replacement serves until the next
	directors' election.
	(c) At that election, a person is elected to fill the
	position. If the position is not scheduled to be filled at the
	election, the person elected to fill the position serves only for
	the remainder of the unexpired term. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1312, Sec. 7(b).)
	Sec. 8870.056. REVISION OF SINGLE-MEMBER DISTRICTS.
	(a) The board may revise the single-member districts as necessary
	or appropriate.
	(b) The board shall revise each single-member district
	after each federal decennial census to reflect population changes.
	(c) At the first election after the single-member districts
	are revised, a new director shall be elected from each district.
	The directors shall draw lots to determine which two directors
	serve two-year terms and which three directors serve four-year
	terms. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1312, Sec. 6(d).)
	[Sections 8870.057-8870.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 8870.101. GROUNDWATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT POWERS
	AND DUTIES. The district has the rights, powers, privileges,
	functions, and duties provided by the general law of this state,
	including Chapter 36, Water Code, applicable to groundwater
	conservation districts created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1312, Sec. 5(a).)
	Sec. 8870.102. REGULATION OF WELLS. (a) The board may
	require all or certain types of wells in the district to be
	registered with the district.
	(b) Notwithstanding Section 36.117, Water Code:
	(1) the production capacity for an exempt well in the
	district is 10,000 gallons per day or less; and
	(2) an exempt domestic well in the district may not
	serve more than five households.
	(c) A well on or serving a tract of land of less than five
	acres that is installed after September 1, 2001, regardless of
	whether a plat is required or whether the production capacity of the
	well is less than 10,000 gallons per day, is not an exempt well.
	(d) This section does not affect the exempt status of public
	water supply wells under Section 8870.103. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 1312, Secs. 14(a), (b), (c), (d).)
	Sec. 8870.103. PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY WELLS; CERTAIN WELLS
	EXEMPT FROM REGULATION. (a) A public water supply well is exempt
	from regulation by the district if:
	(1) the well existed on September 1, 2001, and was
	drilled in compliance with technical requirements in effect at the
	time the well was drilled; or
	(2) the commission approved plans submitted for the
	installation of the well before September 1, 2001, and the
	installation of the well was completed in accordance with the
	approved plans and the commission's technical requirements before
	September 1, 2002.
	(b) For the purposes of Subsection (a)(2), the installation
	of a well was timely completed if, before September 1, 2002, the
	well was drilled, cased, and cemented in accordance with the
	commission's technical requirements and the plans submitted to and
	approved by the commission before September 1, 2001, even if the
	well was capped for subsequent placement into service as part of a
	public water system.
	(c) The owner of a public water supply well shall register
	the well with the district and submit reports to the district. A
	public water supply well is subject to the district's prohibitions
	on the waste of groundwater.
	(d) The district may not require a construction or operating
	permit for a public water supply well approved by the commission.
	(e) Fees a retail public utility pays to the district shall
	be collected directly from the customers of the utility as a
	regulatory fee and shown as a separate line item on the customer's
	bill.
	(f) The district may not prohibit the sale, purchase, lease,
	or trade of groundwater by a private well owner under this section.
	(Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1312, Sec. 16.)
	Sec. 8870.104. MANAGEMENT PRACTICES; CONSTRUCTION AND
	MAINTENANCE. The district may:
	(1) construct, implement, and maintain best
	management practices in the district;
	(2) engage in and promote the acceptance of best
	management practices through education efforts sponsored by the
	district;
	(3) include the construction and maintenance of
	terraces and other structures on land in the district;
	(4) engage in and promote land treatment measures for
	soil conservation and improvement; and
	(5) prepare and implement a plan for the control and
	management of brush within the district. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	1312, Sec. 14(e).)
	Sec. 8870.105. LIMITATIONS ON DISTRICT POWERS. The
	district may not:
	(1) sell, donate, lease, or otherwise grant rights in
	or to underground water located in the district unless the action
	has been approved by a majority vote of district residents; or
	(2) enter into any contract or engage in any action to
	purchase, sell, transport, and distribute surface water or
	groundwater for any purpose other than a program for aquifer
	storage and recovery of water. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1312,
	Sec. 15(a) (part).)
	[Sections 8870.106-8870.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 8870.151. MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION TAX. (a) Except
	as provided by Subsection (b), the board may impose a maintenance
	and operation tax if the tax is approved by a majority of the
	qualified voters voting at an election called and held for that
	purpose in the manner provided by Section 36.201, Water Code.
	(b) If the district imposes a fee under Section 8870.153,
	the district may not impose a tax under this section. (Acts 77th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 1312, Secs. 13(a), (i) (part).)
	Sec. 8870.152. LIMITATION ON TAXES; PROHIBITED TAXES AND
	FEES. (a) The district may not assess an ad valorem tax for
	administrative, operation, and maintenance expenses in excess of
	three cents for each $100 valuation.
	(b) The district may not impose a tax on or charge a fee to
	any person in the district who does not obtain water from the
	Trinity Aquifer.
	(c) The district may not impose a fee or tax on:
	(1) a municipality that has held an election under
	Section 8870.006 or its predecessor statute, Section 19, Chapter
	1312, Acts of the 77th Legislature, Regular Session, 2001, and
	obtains at least 50 percent of its annual water supply from a source
	other than the Trinity Aquifer;
	(2) a municipally owned utility, as defined by Section
	13.002, Water Code, of a municipality described by Subdivision (1);
	or
	(3) a resident of or other water user within a
	municipality described by Subdivision (1), whose sole source of
	water is the municipality or the municipally owned utility of the
	municipality. (Acts 77th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1312, Secs. 15(a) (part),
	17.)
	Sec. 8870.153. FEES. (a) Except as provided by Subsection
	(g), the board may impose fees on each nonexempt well in the
	district.
	(b) A fee may be assessed annually, based on:
	(1) the size of column pipe used in the well;
	(2) the production capacity of the well; or
	(3) actual, authorized, and anticipated pumpage.
	(c) A fee imposed under this section may not exceed:
	(1) $1 per acre-foot for water used for agricultural
	purposes; or
	(2) $40 per acre-foot for water used for a purpose
	other than an agricultural purpose.
	(d) The board may use fees as a regulatory mechanism or a
	revenue-producing mechanism.
	(e) The board shall adopt rules regarding:
	(1) fee rates;
	(2) the manner and form for filing reports of fees; and
	(3) the manner of collecting fees.
	(f) To secure payment of a fee imposed under this section, a
	lien attaches to the property on which the well is located. The lien
	has the same priority and characteristics as a lien for district
	taxes. The district may use the lien and all other powers that the
	district possesses to collect the payment of the fee.
	(g) If the district imposes a tax under Section 8870.151,
	the district may not impose a fee under this section. (Acts 77th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 1312, Secs. 13(b), (b-1), (c) (part), (d), (e), (i)
	(part).)
	Sec. 8870.154. RECHARGE CREDITS. The board shall adopt
	rules regarding the issuance of appropriate recharge credits to
	persons in the district who:
	(1) pay taxes or fees to the district; and
	(2) enhance, supplement, improve, or prevent
	pollution of recharge of the Trinity Aquifer. (Acts 77th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 1312, Sec. 13(c) (part).)
	Sec. 8870.155. USE OF DISTRICT FUNDS. (a) The district
	may use a tax collected under Section 8870.151 or a fee collected
	under Section 8870.153 to pay for the district's management and
	operation and to pay all or part of the principal of and interest on
	district bonds or notes.
	(b) The board shall use a tax collected under Section
	8870.151 or a fee collected under Section 8870.153 to pay for:
	(1) studies and planning required to develop a
	scientifically based regulatory program;
	(2) soil and water conservation measures, including
	water-retarding structures and brush management and the
	implementation of other best management practices to address
	natural resource concerns in the district;
	(3) direct installation of water conservation devices
	and early retirement of older devices;
	(4) educational material relating to soil and water
	conservation; and
	(5) enforcement programs or regulatory programs.
	(c) The district may spend a tax collected under Section
	8870.151 or a fee collected under Section 8870.153 for the purposes
	described by Subsection (b)(2) independently or in conjunction with
	other natural resource programs in the district. (Acts 77th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 1312, Secs. 13(f), (g), (h).)
	SECTION 1.06. Subtitle I, Title 6, Special District Local
	Laws Code, is amended by adding Chapters 9013, 9018, 9019, 9026,
	9029, 9032, and 9033 to read as follows:
	CHAPTER 9013. BELL COUNTY WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
	NO. 6
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9013.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 9013.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 9013.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 9013.004. APPLICABILITY OF WATER CONTROL AND
	IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS LAW
	[Sections 9013.005-9013.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 9013.051. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 9013.052. HEARINGS FOR EXCLUSION OF TERRITORY
	[Sections 9013.053-9013.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 9013.101. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 9013.102. ELIGIBILITY
	Sec. 9013.103. DIRECTOR'S BOND
	Sec. 9013.104. FAILURE TO ELECT DIRECTORS
	[Sections 9013.105-9013.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 9013.151. GENERAL POWERS
	Sec. 9013.152. WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
	POWERS
	Sec. 9013.153. CONTROL OF WATER AND FLOODWATER;
	RECLAMATION
	Sec. 9013.154. STRUCTURES AND FACILITIES
	Sec. 9013.155. COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY
	[Sections 9013.156-9013.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9013.201. TAX METHOD
	Sec. 9013.202. HEARING ON CHANGE IN METHOD OF
	TAXATION; LIMITATION
	Sec. 9013.203. PROJECTS EXEMPT FROM ASSESSMENT OR
	TAXATION
	Sec. 9013.204. MAINTENANCE TAX ELECTION PROCEDURES
	Sec. 9013.205. MAINTENANCE TAX RATE
	Sec. 9013.206. USE OF MAINTENANCE TAX PROCEEDS
	Sec. 9013.207. APPROVAL OF AND FUNDING FOR CERTAIN
	PLANS FOR WORKS AND IMPROVEMENTS
	[Sections 9013.208-9013.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. BONDS
	Sec. 9013.251. ISSUANCE OF BONDS
	Sec. 9013.252. FAILED BOND ELECTION
	Sec. 9013.253. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION
	CHAPTER 9013. BELL COUNTY WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
	NO. 6
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9013.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a board member.
	(3) "District" means the Bell County Water Control and
	Improvement District No. 6. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec.
	1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 9013.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Bell County. (Acts 55th
	Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 9013.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE.
	(a) The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the boundaries
	of the district will benefit from the works and projects
	accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
	59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(d) The accomplishment of the purposes stated in this
	chapter is for the benefit of the people of this state and for the
	improvement of their property and industries. The district in
	carrying out the purposes of this chapter will be performing an
	essential public function under the Texas Constitution. (Acts 55th
	Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Secs. 1 (part), 2 (part), 3 (part).)
	Sec. 9013.004. APPLICABILITY OF WATER CONTROL AND
	IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS LAW. Except as provided in this chapter,
	general laws pertaining to water control and improvement districts
	govern the district. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 13.)
	[Sections 9013.005-9013.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 9013.051. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 18, Acts
	of the 55th Legislature, 1st Called Session, 1957, as amended by
	Section 1, Chapter 300, Acts of the 57th Legislature, Regular
	Session, 1961, as that territory may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
	in the legislative process does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to issue bonds or to pay the
	principal of and interest on the bonds;
	(3) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(4) the legality or operation of the district or its
	governing body. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Secs. 1 (part),
	2 (part); New.)
	Sec. 9013.052. HEARINGS FOR EXCLUSION OF TERRITORY. A
	hearing may not be held to determine whether to exclude property
	included in the district. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 6
	(part).)
	[Sections 9013.053-9013.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 9013.101. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board consists of
	six elected directors. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 14
	(part).)
	Sec. 9013.102. ELIGIBILITY. (a) Each director of the
	district must:
	(1) be a landowner within the district; and
	(2) reside in Bell County.
	(b) A director who fails to meet the requirements of this
	section during the director's tenure in office shall vacate that
	office. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 14 (part).)
	Sec. 9013.103. DIRECTOR'S BOND. Each director shall give a
	bond in the amount of $1,000 for the faithful performance of the
	director's duties. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 9
	(part).)
	Sec. 9013.104. FAILURE TO ELECT DIRECTORS. Failure to call
	a director election does not affect the legal status of the
	district, the board, a director, or the right of the board to act or
	function, and the directors continue to serve as provided by
	Section 17, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st
	C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 9 (part).)
	[Sections 9013.105-9013.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 9013.151. GENERAL POWERS. The district may exercise
	the rights, privileges, and functions provided by this chapter.
	(Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 9013.152. WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
	POWERS. To accomplish a purpose for which the district is created,
	the district has the powers conferred by the general laws of this
	state on water control and improvement districts, including the
	power to:
	(1) construct, acquire, improve, maintain, and repair
	a dam or other structure; and
	(2) acquire land, easements, equipment, or other
	property needed to use, control, and distribute water that may be
	impounded, diverted, or controlled by the district. (Acts 55th
	Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 5.)
	Sec. 9013.153. CONTROL OF WATER AND FLOODWATER;
	RECLAMATION. The district has the power to:
	(1) control, store, preserve, and distribute the water
	and floodwater in the district for the irrigation of arid land,
	conservation, preservation, reclamation, and drainage of the lands
	in the district;
	(2) carry out flood prevention measures to prevent
	damage to the property in the district; and
	(3) reclaim lands heretofore damaged because of the
	failure to provide the facilities authorized to be constructed
	under this chapter. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 4.)
	Sec. 9013.154. STRUCTURES AND FACILITIES. The district may
	acquire, construct, improve, repair, maintain, and operate a
	structure or facility inside or outside the district. (Acts 55th
	Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 9013.155. COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY. If
	the district's exercise of the power of eminent domain, the power of
	relocation, or any other power granted under this chapter makes
	necessary the relocating, raising, rerouting, changing the grade,
	or altering the construction of a highway, a railroad, an electric
	transmission line, a telephone or telegraph property or facility,
	or a pipeline, the necessary action shall be accomplished at the
	sole expense of the district. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18,
	Sec. 5a.)
	[Sections 9013.156-9013.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9013.201. TAX METHOD. Subject to Section 9013.202,
	the district shall use an ad valorem plan of taxation, and the taxes
	imposed by the district shall be on an ad valorem basis. (Acts 55th
	Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
	Sec. 9013.202. HEARING ON CHANGE IN METHOD OF TAXATION;
	LIMITATION. (a) Except as provided by Subsection (b), the
	district may call a hearing to consider changing the method of
	taxation.
	(b) Once district bonds are approved by the attorney general
	or district court, the district may not change its plan of taxation.
	(Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 10 (part).)
	Sec. 9013.203. PROJECTS EXEMPT FROM ASSESSMENT OR TAXATION.
	The district is not required to pay a tax or assessment on a project
	or any part of a project. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 3
	(part).)
	Sec. 9013.204. MAINTENANCE TAX ELECTION PROCEDURES. (a) A
	maintenance tax election shall be called and notice given in the
	same manner as for a bond election.
	(b) This chapter does not prevent the calling of a later
	maintenance tax election to establish or increase the amount of tax
	if the board determines that a maintenance tax election is
	required. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 8 (part).)
	Sec. 9013.205. MAINTENANCE TAX RATE. In calling a
	maintenance tax election, the board must specify the maximum
	proposed tax rate. To impose a maintenance tax at a rate that
	exceeds the maximum proposed rate approved by the voters, the board
	must submit the question of a tax rate increase to the voters.
	(Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 8 (part).)
	Sec. 9013.206. USE OF MAINTENANCE TAX PROCEEDS. (a) The
	district may spend maintenance tax proceeds for:
	(1) an easement or right-of-way;
	(2) any purpose for which a district may spend bond
	proceeds; and
	(3) maintenance and operation purposes.
	(b) The district may place surplus maintenance tax proceeds
	not needed for maintenance purposes into the sinking funds for
	outstanding district bonds.
	(c) The board's determination to spend maintenance tax
	proceeds is final and is not subject to judicial review, except on
	the grounds of fraud, palpable error, or gross abuse of discretion.
	(Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 9013.207. APPROVAL OF AND FUNDING FOR CERTAIN PLANS
	FOR WORKS AND IMPROVEMENTS. (a) In this section, "commission"
	means the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
	(b) This section applies only to plans contemplated by the
	district for works and improvements, or amendments to the plans,
	that are prepared by the Natural Resources Conservation Service of
	the United States Department of Agriculture and approved by the
	district directors.
	(c) An engineer's report covering the plans and
	improvements to be constructed, and the maps, plats, profiles, and
	data fully showing and explaining the plans and improvements, are
	not required to be filed in the district office before an election
	is held to authorize the issuance of bonds for the works and
	improvements. The plans and specifications, engineering reports,
	profiles, maps, and other data, and subsequent amendments to those
	items, are not required to be approved by the commission before the
	bonds are issued.
	(d) Before the district may spend any funds for the
	construction of any works and improvements, the commission must
	approve the portion of the works and improvements to be
	constructed. The commission's advance approval for the entire
	project contemplated by the district is not required. The
	commission may approve on a separate basis the portion of the entire
	project or works and improvements:
	(1) to be constructed at a particular time; and
	(2) on which plans and specifications of the Natural
	Resources Conservation Service have been prepared and submitted by
	the district to the commission. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18,
	Sec. 9 (part); New.)
	[Sections 9013.208-9013.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. BONDS
	Sec. 9013.251. ISSUANCE OF BONDS. To accomplish a district
	purpose, the district may issue bonds as provided by general law for
	water control and improvement districts to obtain money necessary
	to furnish land or easements or permanent improvements on the land
	or easements. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 8 (part).)
	Sec. 9013.252. FAILED BOND ELECTION. (a) A general law,
	including Sections 51.781-51.791, Water Code, that provides for
	calling a hearing on the dissolution of a district after a failed
	district bond election does not apply to the district.
	(b) The district continues to exist and retain its full
	power to function and operate regardless of the outcome of a bond
	election. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 9013.253. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. A bond issued
	under this chapter, the transfer of the bond, and income from the
	bond, including profits made on the sale of the bond, are exempt
	from taxation in this state. (Acts 55th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 18,
	Sec. 3 (part).)
	CHAPTER 9018. BOLING MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9018.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 9018.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 9018.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	[Sections 9018.004-9018.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT TERRITORY; ANNEXATION AND EXCLUSION
	Sec. 9018.051. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 9018.052. AUTHORITY TO ANNEX OR EXCLUDE TERRITORY
	Sec. 9018.053. PETITION TO CHANGE BOUNDARIES
	Sec. 9018.054. HEARING; NOTICE
	Sec. 9018.055. BOARD APPROVAL OF ANNEXATION
	Sec. 9018.056. BOARD APPROVAL OF EXCLUSION
	Sec. 9018.057. RATIFICATION ELECTION; NOTICE
	Sec. 9018.058. TAX LIABILITY OF EXCLUDED TERRITORY;
	BONDS OUTSTANDING
	[Sections 9018.059-9018.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 9018.101. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	[Sections 9018.102-9018.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 9018.151. WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
	POWERS
	Sec. 9018.152. COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY
	[Sections 9018.153-9018.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9018.201. TAX METHOD
	CHAPTER 9018. BOLING MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9018.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "District" means the Boling Municipal Water
	District. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 286, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 9018.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is:
	(1) a conservation and reclamation district in Wharton
	County under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution; and
	(2) a municipal corporation. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 286, Secs. 1 (part), 5 (part).)
	Sec. 9018.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE.
	(a) The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the boundaries
	of the district will benefit from the creation of the district.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purpose of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 286, Secs. 4 (part), 5 (part).)
	[Sections 9018.004-9018.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT TERRITORY; ANNEXATION AND EXCLUSION
	Sec. 9018.051. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 1, Chapter 286, Acts
	of the 54th Legislature, Regular Session, 1955, as that territory
	may have been modified under:
	(1) this subchapter or its predecessor statute,
	Section 4(a), Chapter 286, Acts of the 54th Legislature, Regular
	Session, 1955;
	(2) Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
	(3) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(4) other law. (New.)
	Sec. 9018.052. AUTHORITY TO ANNEX OR EXCLUDE TERRITORY.
	Defined areas of territory not included in the territory described
	by Section 1, Chapter 286, Acts of the 54th Legislature, Regular
	Session, 1955, may be added to the district, and territory included
	in the district may be excluded from the district as provided by
	this subchapter. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 286, Sec. 4(a) (part).)
	Sec. 9018.053. PETITION TO CHANGE BOUNDARIES. (a) A
	petition for:
	(1) annexation of territory must be signed by a
	majority of the landowners of the territory; and
	(2) exclusion of territory must be signed by all of the
	landowners of the territory sought to be excluded from the
	district.
	(b) The petition must be filed with the board secretary.
	(Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 286, Sec. 4(a), Subsec. (a).)
	Sec. 9018.054. HEARING; NOTICE. (a) At the next board
	meeting after the date the petition is filed, the board shall order
	a time and place to hold a hearing on the petition.
	(b) The hearing shall be held not earlier than the 15th day
	and not later than the 60th day after the date of the order.
	(c) The secretary shall issue notice of the time and place
	of the hearing. The notice must contain a description of the
	territory sought to be annexed or excluded.
	(d) Notice of the hearing shall be given by posting a copy of
	the notice in three public places in the district and one copy in
	the territory sought to be annexed or excluded. (Acts 54th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 286, Sec. 4(a), Subsecs. (b), (c).)
	Sec. 9018.055. BOARD APPROVAL OF ANNEXATION. (a) The
	board shall enter an order of temporary acceptance in the minutes of
	the hearing if, on hearing the petition for annexation, the board
	finds that:
	(1) the proposed annexation is to the advantage of the
	district;
	(2) no injury would result to the district; and
	(3) the territory to be annexed will benefit from the
	improvements and plans of the district.
	(b) The order may include all of the land described in the
	petition, but if the board finds a modification or change is
	necessary, the board shall include only territory that will benefit
	and not result in injury to the existing district.
	(c) The board may condition its findings for the annexation
	of territory on the grant of certain petitions for exclusion.
	(d) An annexation of territory does not become effective
	until ratified at an election under Section 9018.057. (Acts 54th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 286, Sec. 4(a), Subsec. (d) (part).)
	Sec. 9018.056. BOARD APPROVAL OF EXCLUSION. (a) The board
	may enter an order of temporary exclusion of territory if, on
	hearing the petition for exclusion, the board finds that:
	(1) the territory will not be benefited by the further
	improvements planned by the district; and
	(2) the benefits accorded to the territory to be
	excluded by improvements previously authorized by the district do
	not have a proportionate relationship to the benefits received by
	the remainder of the district.
	(b) An exclusion of territory does not become effective
	until ratified at an election under Section 9018.057. (Acts 54th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 286, Sec. 4(a), Subsec. (d) (part).)
	Sec. 9018.057. RATIFICATION ELECTION; NOTICE.
	(a) Immediately on the entry of an order under Section 9018.055 or
	9018.056, the board shall enter an order for an election for the
	purpose of ratifying the board's action by the assumption of the
	proportionate share of all obligations previously issued, voted,
	owned, or contracted for by the district.
	(b) At an election held to ratify only the annexation of
	territory, separate polling places shall be provided for the
	existing territory of the district and the territory to be annexed.
	(c) An election held only to ratify the exclusion of
	territory from the district shall be held in the area of the
	district as the district will exist if the territory is excluded,
	and the voters of the territory to be excluded may not participate
	in the election.
	(d) If the annexation and the exclusion of territory are
	simultaneously submitted as separate propositions, the election
	shall be held as provided by Subsection (b) except:
	(1) the voters in the territory to be excluded shall
	vote, in a separate box, only on the question of assumption of debt
	if the election for the exclusion fails; and
	(2) the voters in the territory to be annexed and the
	voters in the district shall have the right to vote for assumption
	of debt conditioned on exclusion of the other territory and the
	annexation.
	(e) If the board has conditioned an annexation on the
	exclusion of other territory from the district, the election shall
	be held as provided by Subsection (b), except the voters of the
	territory to be excluded may not vote in the election.
	(f) If a separate polling place is required under this
	section, a favorable majority of the participating voters at each
	polling place is required to assume the debt and approve the
	tentative order of the board.
	(g) The manner of giving notice and holding the election is
	the same as provided for confirmation elections under general law
	for water control and improvement districts. (Acts 54th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 286, Sec. 4(a), Subsec. (e).)
	Sec. 9018.058. TAX LIABILITY OF EXCLUDED TERRITORY; BONDS
	OUTSTANDING. (a) Territory excluded by an election is not liable
	for any obligations voted by the district after the election.
	(b) The excluded territory remains liable for the payment of
	taxes to pay obligations incurred before the exclusion until:
	(1) all of the holders of outstanding bonds:
	(A) consent to the release of the excluded
	territory; and
	(B) file the consent in writing with the
	secretary of the district; or
	(2) the obligations are paid or refunded.
	(c) The territory assuming the obligations is first subject
	to taxes for the payment of the obligations. The taxes against the
	excluded territory are levied only to prevent default on the
	obligations, except the district may levy taxes against the
	territory to create and maintain a reserve for that contingency.
	The reserve may not exceed the proportionate amount, based on tax
	valuations, of the average annual principal and interest
	requirements on the outstanding obligations.
	(d) If the bonds are refunded, the resolution must expressly
	provide for the release of the excluded territory from the
	obligation to pay further taxes. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 286,
	Sec. 4(a), Subsec. (f).)
	[Sections 9018.059-9018.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 9018.101. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
	of five elected directors. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 286, Sec. 3
	(part).)
	[Sections 9018.102-9018.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 9018.151. WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
	POWERS. The district has the rights, powers, privileges, and
	duties provided by general law applicable to a water control and
	improvement district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code. (Acts 54th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 286, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 9018.152. COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY. If
	the district's exercise of the power of eminent domain, the power of
	relocation, or any other power granted by this chapter, makes
	necessary the relocating, raising, rerouting, changing the grade,
	or altering the construction of a highway, railroad, electric
	transmission line, pipeline, or telegraph or telephone property or
	facility, the necessary action shall be accomplished at the sole
	expense of the district. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 286, Sec. 2A.)
	[Sections 9018.153-9018.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9018.201. TAX METHOD. (a) The district shall use the
	ad valorem plan of taxation.
	(b) The board is not required to hold a hearing on the
	adoption of a plan of taxation. (Acts 54th Leg., R.S., Ch. 286, Sec.
	4 (part).)
	CHAPTER 9019. BROOKSHIRE MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9019.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 9019.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 9019.003. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	[Sections 9019.004-9019.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 9019.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 9019.052. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	[Sections 9019.053-9019.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 9019.101. GENERAL POWERS
	Sec. 9019.102. POWER TO ACQUIRE PROPERTY AND ASSUME
	INDEBTEDNESS
	Sec. 9019.103. POWERS RELATING TO WATERWORKS OR
	SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM
	Sec. 9019.104. POWERS RELATING TO FIRE DEPARTMENT
	Sec. 9019.105. PROJECT APPROVAL
	[Sections 9019.106-9019.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9019.151. TAX METHOD
	[Sections 9019.152-9019.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 9019.201. AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS
	Sec. 9019.202. BOND ELECTION REQUIRED
	Sec. 9019.203. NOTICE OF BOND ELECTION
	Sec. 9019.204. REFUNDING BONDS
	Sec. 9019.205. REFUNDING BOND ELECTION
	Sec. 9019.206. BOND APPROVAL
	CHAPTER 9019. BROOKSHIRE MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9019.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "City" means the city of Brookshire, Texas.
	(3) "Director" means a board member.
	(4) "District" means the Brookshire Municipal Water
	District. (Acts 52nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 418, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 9019.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. (a) The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district.
	(b) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts
	52nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 418, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 9019.003. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district
	consists of the territory included in the incorporated city of
	Brookshire in Waller County, Texas, on April 1, 1951. The
	district's territory may have been modified under:
	(1) Chapter 3A, Title 128, Revised Statutes, before
	August 30, 1971;
	(2) Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
	(3) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(4) other law.
	(b) A defect in the definition of the boundaries of the city
	of Brookshire or in a past proceeding for the annexation or
	exclusion of territory to or from the city does not affect the
	validity of the district or any of its powers and duties. (Acts
	52nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 418, Secs. 1 (part), 1a; New.)
	[Sections 9019.004-9019.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 9019.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The district is
	governed by a board of five elected directors. (Acts 52nd Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 418, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 9019.052. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. A director must
	be:
	(1) at least 18 years of age;
	(2) a resident of the state; and
	(3) the owner of property subject to taxation in the
	district. (Acts 52nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 418, Sec. 2 (part).)
	[Sections 9019.053-9019.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 9019.101. GENERAL POWERS. (a) Except as otherwise
	provided by this chapter, the district:
	(1) has all the powers and duties granted water
	control and improvement districts by Chapters 49 and 51, Water
	Code, and all other laws relating to water control and improvement
	districts; and
	(2) shall be governed by all of the laws described by
	Subdivision (1) and the powers, functions, duties, privileges, and
	procedures provided by those laws.
	(b) The district may exercise the rights, privileges, and
	functions provided by this chapter. (Acts 52nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 418,
	Secs. 1 (part), 3 (part).)
	Sec. 9019.102. POWER TO ACQUIRE PROPERTY AND ASSUME
	INDEBTEDNESS. (a) The district may purchase or otherwise acquire
	from the city any property owned by the city, for the production,
	distribution, and sale of water and everything appurtenant thereto
	on terms agreed to by the governing bodies of the city and the
	district.
	(b) The district may assume all outstanding bonds,
	warrants, and other forms of indebtedness of the city issued for
	waterworks purposes, including indebtedness payable from:
	(1) the revenue of the city's waterworks system; or
	(2) ad valorem taxes.
	(c) The assumption of indebtedness described by Subsection
	(b) must first be approved at an election held in the district in
	the manner provided by this chapter for bond elections. (Acts 52nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 418, Sec. 4.)
	Sec. 9019.103. POWERS RELATING TO WATERWORKS OR SANITARY
	SEWER SYSTEM. The district may:
	(1) purchase, construct, or otherwise acquire a
	waterworks or sanitary sewer system;
	(2) own and operate a system described by Subdivision
	(1); and
	(3) construct an addition, extension, or improvement
	to a system described by Subdivision (1). (Acts 52nd Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 418, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 9019.104. POWERS RELATING TO FIRE DEPARTMENT. The
	district may:
	(1) purchase or otherwise acquire, maintain, and
	operate a firefighting facility and equipment to protect property
	belonging to the district and other property in the district;
	(2) maintain and operate a fire department;
	(3) employ a fire marshal; and
	(4) pay a reward for information leading to the arrest
	and conviction of a person on a charge of arson in connection with
	the burning or attempted burning of property in the district. (Acts
	52nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 418, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 9019.105. PROJECT APPROVAL. The board is not required
	to secure the approval of the Texas Commission on Environmental
	Quality for any district project. (Acts 52nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 418,
	Sec. 3 (part).)
	[Sections 9019.106-9019.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9019.151. TAX METHOD. The district shall use the ad
	valorem plan of taxation. (Acts 52nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 418, Sec. 3
	(part).)
	[Sections 9019.152-9019.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 9019.201. AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS. To carry out a
	power the district is authorized to perform, the district may issue
	bonds payable from and secured by:
	(1) ad valorem taxes;
	(2) all or part of the net revenue of the
	income-producing properties of the district, as specified by the
	board, after deducting reasonable expenses for maintenance,
	operation, and administration; or
	(3) ad valorem taxes and the net revenue described by
	Subdivision (2). (Acts 52nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 418, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 9019.202. BOND ELECTION REQUIRED. The district may
	issue bonds only if the bonds are authorized by a majority of the
	district voters voting at an election called by the board. (Acts
	52nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 418, Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 9019.203. NOTICE OF BOND ELECTION. (a) Except as
	otherwise provided by this section, notice of a bond election must
	be given in the manner required of bond elections in water control
	and improvement districts.
	(b) The notice must be published once a week for two
	consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in the
	district. Publication of the first notice must be at least 14 days
	before the date of the election.
	(c) The notice is not required to state any summary of
	engineers or other estimates of cost. (Acts 52nd Leg., R.S., Ch.
	418, Sec. 6 (part); New.)
	Sec. 9019.204. REFUNDING BONDS. (a) The district may
	issue refunding bonds to refund:
	(1) outstanding bonds issued by the district and
	interest on those bonds; or
	(2) outstanding bonds of the city assumed by the
	district.
	(b) Refunding bonds may:
	(1) be issued to refund more than one series of
	outstanding district bonds, including bonds assumed by the
	district;
	(2) combine the pledges of net revenue, taxes, or
	both, that secure the outstanding bonds for the security of the
	refunding bonds; and
	(3) be secured by a pledge of other or additional
	revenue.
	(c) Refunding bonds may be combined and issued jointly with
	new money bonds to be issued and sold to carry out a power for which
	the district may issue bonds.
	(d) The comptroller shall register the refunding bonds on
	the surrender and cancellation of the bonds to be refunded.
	(e) Instead of issuing bonds to be registered on the
	surrender and cancellation of the bonds to be refunded, the
	district, in the resolution authorizing the issuance of the
	refunding bonds, may provide for the sale of the refunding bonds and
	the deposit of the proceeds in a bank at which the bonds to be
	refunded are payable. In that case, the refunding bonds may be
	issued in an amount sufficient to pay the interest on the bonds to
	be refunded to their option date or maturity date, and the
	comptroller shall register the refunding bonds without the
	surrender and cancellation of the bonds to be refunded. (Acts 52nd
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 418, Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 9019.205. REFUNDING BOND ELECTION. (a) Except as
	otherwise provided by this section, refunding bonds may be issued
	without an election.
	(b) The district may not issue refunding bonds to refund
	outstanding bonds of the city unless the district's assumption of
	those bonds is first authorized at an election in the district held
	in the manner provided by this chapter for bond elections.
	(c) Refunding bonds payable wholly or partly from ad valorem
	taxes may not be issued to refund revenue bonds issued by the
	district or revenue bonds of the city assumed by the district unless
	the refunding bonds are authorized at an election held in the manner
	provided by this chapter for bond elections. (Acts 52nd Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 418, Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 9019.206. BOND APPROVAL. The board is not required to
	secure the approval of the Texas Commission on Environmental
	Quality for district bonds. (Acts 52nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 418, Sec. 3
	(part).)
	CHAPTER 9026. CEDAR BAYOU PARK UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9026.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 9026.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 9026.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	Sec. 9026.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 9026.005. EXPANSION OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 9026.006. STATE POLICY REGARDING WASTE DISPOSAL
	[Sections 9026.007-9026.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 9026.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 9026.052. DIRECTOR'S BOND
	Sec. 9026.053. BOARD VACANCY
	Sec. 9026.054. BOARD PRESIDENT'S POWER TO EXECUTE
	CONTRACTS
	Sec. 9026.055. ABSENCE OR INACTION OF BOARD PRESIDENT
	Sec. 9026.056. DISTRICT OFFICE
	[Sections 9026.057-9026.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 9026.101. WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
	POWERS
	Sec. 9026.102. ADDITIONAL POWERS
	Sec. 9026.103. LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN
	Sec. 9026.104. COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY
	Sec. 9026.105. WATER, SEWER, OR DRAINAGE CONTRACTS;
	ELECTION NOT REQUIRED; BONDS
	Sec. 9026.106. NOTICE OF ELECTION
	Sec. 9026.107. DISTRICT RULES
	[Sections 9026.108-9026.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9026.151. TAX METHOD
	Sec. 9026.152. DISTRICT ACCOUNTS
	Sec. 9026.153. COPY OF AUDIT REPORT
	Sec. 9026.154. PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT
	REQUIRED
	Sec. 9026.155. DEPOSITORY
	[Sections 9026.156-9026.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 9026.201. ISSUANCE OF BONDS
	Sec. 9026.202. ADDITIONAL SECURITY
	Sec. 9026.203. TRUST INDENTURE
	Sec. 9026.204. ORDER OR RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING
	ISSUANCE OF CERTAIN BONDS
	Sec. 9026.205. USE OF BOND PROCEEDS
	CHAPTER 9026. CEDAR BAYOU PARK UTILITY DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9026.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a board member.
	(3) "District" means the Cedar Bayou Park Utility
	District. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 9026.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 61st
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 9026.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE.
	(a) The district is created to serve a public use and benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the boundaries
	of the district will benefit from the works and projects
	accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
	59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(d) The accomplishment of the purposes stated in this
	chapter is for the benefit of the people of this state and for the
	improvement of their property and industries. The district in
	carrying out the purposes of this chapter will be performing an
	essential public function under the Texas Constitution. (Acts 61st
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 261, Secs. 1 (part), 4, 24 (part).)
	Sec. 9026.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 261, Acts
	of the 61st Legislature, Regular Session, 1969, as that territory
	may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code;
	(3) Section 9026.005 or its predecessor statute,
	former Section 9, Chapter 261, Acts of the 61st Legislature,
	Regular Session, 1969; or
	(4) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
	in the legislative process does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to issue any type of bond for
	a purpose for which the district is created or to pay the principal
	of and interest on the bond;
	(3) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(4) in any other manner, the legality or operation of
	the district or the board. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 3;
	New.)
	Sec. 9026.005. EXPANSION OF DISTRICT. (a) If land is
	annexed by the district under Section 49.301 or 51.714, Water Code,
	the board may require the petitioners to:
	(1) assume the petitioners' pro rata share of the voted
	but unissued bonds of the district; and
	(2) authorize the board to impose a tax on the
	petitioners' property to pay for the bonds after the bonds have been
	issued.
	(b) If land is annexed by the district under Section 49.302,
	Water Code, the board may submit to the voters of the area to be
	annexed a proposition on the question of the assumption by the area
	to be annexed of its part of the voted but not yet issued or sold tax
	or tax-revenue bonds of the district and the imposition of an ad
	valorem tax on taxable property in the area to be annexed along with
	a tax in the rest of the district for the payment of the bonds.
	(c) If the petitioners consent or if the election results
	favorably, the district may issue its voted but unissued tax or
	tax-revenue bonds regardless of changes to district boundaries
	since the voting or authorization of those bonds. (Acts 61st Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 9.)
	Sec. 9026.006. STATE POLICY REGARDING WASTE DISPOSAL. The
	district's powers and duties are subject to the state policy of
	encouraging the development and use of integrated area-wide waste
	collection, treatment, and disposal systems to serve the waste
	disposal needs of this state's residents, if integrated systems can
	reasonably be provided for an area, so as to avoid the economic
	burden on residents and the impact on state water quality caused by
	the construction and operation of numerous small waste collection,
	treatment, and disposal facilities. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch.
	261, Sec. 5 (part).)
	[Sections 9026.007-9026.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 9026.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board consists of
	five elected directors. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 10
	(part).)
	Sec. 9026.052. DIRECTOR'S BOND. (a) Each director shall
	qualify by giving bond in the amount of $5,000 for the faithful
	performance of the director's duties.
	(b) The bonds must be recorded in a record book kept for that
	purpose in the district office. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 261,
	Sec. 10 (part).)
	Sec. 9026.053. BOARD VACANCY. (a) Except as provided by
	Subsection (b), a vacancy in the office of director shall be filled
	in the manner provided by Section 49.105, Water Code.
	(b) The county judge of the county in which the district is
	located shall appoint directors to fill all of the vacancies on the
	board whenever the number of qualified directors is less than
	three. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 10 (part).)
	Sec. 9026.054. BOARD PRESIDENT'S POWER TO EXECUTE
	CONTRACTS. The board president may execute all contracts,
	including construction contracts, entered into by the board on
	behalf of the district. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 10
	(part).)
	Sec. 9026.055. ABSENCE OR INACTION OF BOARD PRESIDENT.
	(a) When the board president is absent or fails or declines to act,
	the board vice president shall perform all duties and exercise all
	power that this chapter or general law gives the president.
	(b) If the board president is absent from a board meeting,
	the board vice president may sign an order adopted or other action
	taken at the meeting, or the board may authorize the president to
	sign the order or implement the action. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch.
	261, Sec. 10 (part).)
	Sec. 9026.056. DISTRICT OFFICE. (a) The board shall
	designate, establish, and maintain a district office as provided by
	Section 49.062, Water Code.
	(b) The board may establish a second district office outside
	the district. If the board establishes a district office outside
	the district, the board shall give notice of the location of that
	office by:
	(1) filing a copy of the board resolution that
	establishes the location of the office:
	(A) with the Texas Commission on Environmental
	Quality; and
	(B) in the water control and improvement district
	records of each county in which the district is located; and
	(2) publishing notice of the location of the office in
	a newspaper of general circulation in each county in which the
	district is located.
	(c) A district office may be a private residence or office.
	A district office that is a private residence or office is a public
	place for matters relating to the district's business.
	(d) The board shall give notice of any change in the
	location of the district office outside the district in the manner
	required by Subsection (b). (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 261, Sec.
	15.)
	[Sections 9026.057-9026.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 9026.101. WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
	POWERS. The district has all of the rights, powers, privileges, and
	functions provided by general law applicable to water control and
	improvement districts created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code. (Acts 61st
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 9026.102. ADDITIONAL POWERS. (a) The district may:
	(1) make, purchase, construct, lease, or otherwise
	acquire property, works, facilities, or improvements, existing or
	to be made, constructed, or acquired, inside or outside the
	district's boundaries and necessary to carry out the powers granted
	by this chapter or general law; or
	(2) enter into a contract with a person on terms the
	board considers desirable, fair, and advantageous for:
	(A) the purchase or sale of water;
	(B) the transportation, treatment, and disposal
	of the domestic, industrial, or communal wastes of the district or
	others;
	(C) the continuing and orderly development of
	land and property in the district through the purchase,
	construction, or installation of facilities, works, or
	improvements that the district is otherwise authorized to do or
	perform so that, to the greatest extent reasonably possible,
	considering sound engineering and economic practices, all of the
	land and property may ultimately receive the services of the
	facilities, works, or improvements; and
	(D) the performance of any of the rights or
	powers granted by this chapter or general law.
	(b) A contract under Subsection (a)(2) may not have a
	duration of more than 40 years. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 261,
	Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 9026.103. LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN. The district may
	exercise the power of eminent domain only:
	(1) in a county in which the district is located; and
	(2) when necessary to carry out the purposes for which
	the district was created. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 13
	(part).)
	Sec. 9026.104. COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.
	(a) In this section, "sole expense" means the actual cost of
	relocating, raising, lowering, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
	altering the construction of a facility described by Subsection (b)
	in providing comparable replacement without enhancement of the
	facility, after deducting from that cost the net salvage value of
	the old facility.
	(b) If the district's exercise of the power of eminent
	domain, power of relocation, or any other power granted by this
	chapter makes necessary the relocation, raising, rerouting,
	changing the grade, or alteration of the construction of a highway,
	a railroad, an electric transmission line, a telegraph or telephone
	property or facility, or a pipeline, the necessary action shall be
	accomplished at the sole expense of the district. (Acts 61st Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 13 (part).)
	Sec. 9026.105. WATER, SEWER, OR DRAINAGE CONTRACTS;
	ELECTION NOT REQUIRED; BONDS. (a) The district and a political
	subdivision may enter into a water, sewer, or drainage contract or
	any combination of those contracts without an election by any
	contracting party to approve the contract.
	(b) The district may pay for an obligation incurred under a
	contract under this section by issuing bonds that, if otherwise
	necessary, have been approved by the voters in the manner provided
	by this chapter.
	(c) The district may deliver the district's bonds to the
	United States or an agency or instrumentality of the United States,
	or to this state or an agency or instrumentality of this state, that
	enters into a contract with the district under this section. (Acts
	61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 9026.106. NOTICE OF ELECTION. Notice of an election
	may be given under the hand of the board president or secretary.
	(Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 19.)
	Sec. 9026.107. DISTRICT RULES. The district shall adopt
	and enforce reasonable and effective rules to secure and maintain
	safe, sanitary, and adequate plumbing installations, connections,
	and appurtenances, as subsidiary parts of the district's sewerage
	system, to aid in preserving the quality of water within or
	controlled by the district. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 261, Sec.
	16.)
	[Sections 9026.108-9026.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9026.151. TAX METHOD. (a) The district shall use the
	ad valorem plan of taxation.
	(b) The board is not required to call or hold a hearing on
	the adoption of a plan of taxation. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 261,
	Sec. 8.)
	Sec. 9026.152. DISTRICT ACCOUNTS. The district shall keep
	a complete system of the district's accounts. (Acts 61st Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 14 (part).)
	Sec. 9026.153. COPY OF AUDIT REPORT. A copy of the audit
	report prepared under Subchapter G, Chapter 49, Water Code, shall
	be delivered:
	(1) to each director; and
	(2) to a holder of at least 25 percent of the
	outstanding bonds of the district, on request. (Acts 61st Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 14 (part); New.)
	Sec. 9026.154. PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT REQUIRED.
	The district is not required to pay a tax or assessment on:
	(1) district property; or
	(2) a purchase made by the district. (Acts 61st Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 24 (part).)
	Sec. 9026.155. DEPOSITORY. (a) The board shall select one
	or more banks in this state to act as depository for the district's
	money.
	(b) To the extent that money in the depository bank is not
	insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the money
	must be secured in the manner provided by law for the security of
	county funds.
	(c) A director may be a shareholder in a bank that is a
	depository of district money. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 261, Sec.
	14 (part).)
	[Sections 9026.156-9026.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 9026.201. ISSUANCE OF BONDS. (a) The district may
	issue tax bonds, revenue bonds, or tax and revenue bonds to provide
	money for any purpose of this chapter, including the acquisition of
	land.
	(b) The district must issue bonds in the manner provided by
	Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code, except that the district may issue
	bonds payable solely from net revenue by resolution or order of the
	board without an election.
	(c) Bonds issued under this subchapter may be payable from
	all or any designated part of the revenue of district property and
	facilities or under a specific contract, as provided in the order or
	resolution authorizing the issuance of the bonds. (Acts 61st Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 12 (part).)
	Sec. 9026.202. ADDITIONAL SECURITY. (a) Within the
	discretion of the board, bonds issued under this subchapter may be
	additionally secured by a deed of trust or mortgage lien on physical
	property of the district and franchises, easements, water rights
	and appropriation permits, leases, contracts, and all rights
	appurtenant to that property, vesting in the trustee:
	(1) the power to sell the property for payment of the
	debt;
	(2) the power to operate the property; and
	(3) all other powers to further secure the bonds.
	(b) A purchaser under a sale under the deed of trust or
	mortgage lien, if one is given:
	(1) is the absolute owner of the property, facilities,
	and rights purchased; and
	(2) may maintain and operate the property and
	facilities. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 12 (part).)
	Sec. 9026.203. TRUST INDENTURE. A trust indenture created
	under Section 9026.202, regardless of the existence of a deed of
	trust or mortgage lien on the property, may:
	(1) contain provisions prescribed by the board for the
	security of the bonds and the preservation of the trust estate;
	(2) provide for amendment or modification of the trust
	indenture;
	(3) provide for the issuance of bonds to replace lost
	or mutilated bonds;
	(4) condition the right to spend district money or
	sell district property on the approval of a licensed engineer
	selected as provided by the trust indenture; and
	(5) provide for the investment of district money.
	(Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 12 (part).)
	Sec. 9026.204. ORDER OR RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF
	CERTAIN BONDS. (a) In an order or resolution authorizing the
	issuance of revenue, tax-revenue, revenue refunding, or
	tax-revenue refunding bonds, the board may:
	(1) provide for:
	(A) the flow of money; and
	(B) the establishment and maintenance of the
	interest and sinking fund, reserve fund, or other fund;
	(2) make additional covenants with respect to the
	bonds and the pledged revenue and the operation and maintenance of
	the improvements and facilities the revenue of which is pledged,
	including provisions for the operation or leasing of all or part of
	the improvements and facilities and the use or pledge of money
	received from the operation contract or lease as the board
	considers appropriate;
	(3) prohibit the further issuance of bonds or other
	obligations payable from the pledged revenue or reserve the right
	to issue additional bonds to be secured by a pledge of and payable
	from the revenue on a parity with, or subordinate to, the lien and
	pledge in support of the bonds being issued, subject to any
	conditions set forth in the order or resolution; and
	(4) include any other provision or covenant, as the
	board determines, that is not prohibited by the Texas Constitution
	or this chapter.
	(b) The board may adopt and execute any other proceeding or
	instrument necessary or convenient in the issuance of the bonds.
	(Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 12 (part).)
	Sec. 9026.205. USE OF BOND PROCEEDS. (a) The district may
	appropriate or set aside out of proceeds from the sale of district
	bonds an amount for:
	(1) the payment of interest, administrative, and
	operating expenses expected to accrue during the period of
	construction, as may be provided in the bond orders or resolutions;
	and
	(2) the payment of all expenses incurred and to be
	incurred in the issuance, sale, and delivery of the bonds.
	(b) For purposes of this section, the period of construction
	may not exceed three years. (Acts 61st Leg., R.S., Ch. 261, Sec. 12
	(part).)
	CHAPTER 9029. CLEAR LAKE CITY WATER AUTHORITY
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9029.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 9029.002. NATURE OF AUTHORITY
	Sec. 9029.003. LEGISLATIVE DECLARATION AND FINDINGS
	Sec. 9029.004. AUTHORITY TERRITORY
	Sec. 9029.005. CORRECTION OF INVALID PROCEDURES
	Sec. 9029.006. LIBERAL CONSTRUCTION OF CHAPTER
	[Sections 9029.007-9029.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 9029.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 9029.052. ELIGIBILITY
	Sec. 9029.053. OFFICERS
	Sec. 9029.054. DIRECTOR'S AND TREASURER'S BONDS
	[Sections 9029.055-9029.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 9029.101. WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
	POWERS
	Sec. 9029.102. ADDITIONAL POWERS
	Sec. 9029.103. CONTRACT FOR DEVELOPMENT OF LAND AND
	PROPERTY
	Sec. 9029.104. ELECTION NOT REQUIRED FOR CERTAIN
	CONTRACTS
	Sec. 9029.105. COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY
	Sec. 9029.106. BID ON PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION WORK
	[Sections 9029.107-9029.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9029.151. TAX METHOD
	Sec. 9029.152. AUTHORITY ACCOUNTS
	Sec. 9029.153. FISCAL YEAR
	Sec. 9029.154. COPY OF AUDIT REPORT
	Sec. 9029.155. PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT
	REQUIRED
	Sec. 9029.156. POWER TO BORROW MONEY AND ACCEPT GRANTS
	OR OTHER SUPPORT
	Sec. 9029.157. DEPOSITORY
	[Sections 9029.158-9029.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 9029.201. AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS
	Sec. 9029.202. ISSUANCE OF REVENUE BONDS
	Sec. 9029.203. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION
	CHAPTER 9029. CLEAR LAKE CITY WATER AUTHORITY
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9029.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Authority" means the Clear Lake City Water
	Authority.
	(2) "Board" means the authority's board of directors.
	(3) "Director" means a board member. (Acts 58th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 101, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 9029.002. NATURE OF AUTHORITY. The authority is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Harris County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 101, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 9029.003. LEGISLATIVE DECLARATION AND FINDINGS.
	(a) The legislature declares that:
	(1) the creation of the authority is essential to
	accomplish the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution; and
	(2) this chapter addresses a subject in which the
	state and general public are interested.
	(b) The legislature finds that:
	(1) all land and other property included in the
	boundaries of the authority will benefit from the works and
	projects accomplished by the authority under the powers conferred
	by Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution; and
	(2) the authority is created to serve a public use and
	benefit.
	(c) The accomplishment of the purposes stated in this
	chapter is for the benefit of the people of this state and for the
	improvement of their property and industries. The authority in
	carrying out the purposes of this chapter will be performing an
	essential public function under the Texas Constitution. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 101, Secs. 1 (part), 3, 15 (part), 16 (part).)
	Sec. 9029.004. AUTHORITY TERRITORY. (a) The authority is
	composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 101, Acts
	of the 58th Legislature, Regular Session, 1963, as that territory
	may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code;
	(3) Section 20, Chapter 101, Acts of the 58th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1963; or
	(4) other law.
	(b) The boundaries of the authority form a closure. A
	mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes in the
	legislative process does not affect:
	(1) the authority's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the authority's right to issue bonds or to pay the
	principal of and interest on the bonds;
	(3) the authority's right to impose a tax; or
	(4) the legality or operation of the authority or the
	board. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 101, Secs. 4, 20; New.)
	Sec. 9029.005. CORRECTION OF INVALID PROCEDURES. If a
	court holds that any procedure under this chapter violates the
	constitution of this state or of the United States, the authority by
	resolution may provide an alternative procedure that conforms with
	the constitution. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 101, Sec. 17 (part).)
	Sec. 9029.006. LIBERAL CONSTRUCTION OF CHAPTER. This
	chapter shall be liberally construed to effect the purposes,
	powers, and rights stated in this chapter. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 101, Sec. 16 (part).)
	[Sections 9029.007-9029.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 9029.051. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board consists of
	five elected directors. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 101, Sec. 10
	(part).)
	Sec. 9029.052. ELIGIBILITY. A person may not be appointed
	or elected a director unless the person:
	(1) owns taxable property in the authority; and
	(2) resides in the authority. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 101, Sec. 10 (part).)
	Sec. 9029.053. OFFICERS. (a) The board shall elect from
	among its members a president, secretary, and any other officers
	the board determines are necessary.
	(b) The board may appoint a treasurer. (Acts 58th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 101, Sec. 10 (part).)
	Sec. 9029.054. DIRECTOR'S AND TREASURER'S BONDS. (a) Each
	director shall give bond in the amount of $5,000 for the faithful
	performance of the director's duties.
	(b) The treasurer shall give bond in the amount required by
	the board, conditioned on the treasurer's faithful accounting for
	all money that comes into the treasurer's custody as authority
	treasurer. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 101, Sec. 10 (part).)
	[Sections 9029.055-9029.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 9029.101. WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
	POWERS. The authority has the rights, powers, privileges, and
	functions provided by general law applicable to a water control and
	improvement district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 101, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
	Sec. 9029.102. ADDITIONAL POWERS. (a) The authority may:
	(1) purchase, construct, or otherwise acquire and
	accomplish by any practical means a waterworks system, sanitary
	sewer system, storm sewer system, or drainage facility or any part
	of those systems or facilities;
	(2) make any necessary purchase, construction,
	improvement, extension, addition, or repair to a system or facility
	described by Subdivision (1);
	(3) purchase or acquire, operate, and maintain any
	land, right-of-way, easement, site, equipment, building, plant,
	structure, or facility necessary to a system or facility described
	by Subdivision (1); and
	(4) sell water and other services at rates fixed by the
	authority.
	(b) The authority may exercise any of the rights or powers
	granted by this chapter inside or outside the authority's
	boundaries. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 101, Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 9029.103. CONTRACT FOR DEVELOPMENT OF LAND AND
	PROPERTY. The authority may enter into a contract with a political
	subdivision or with an owner, developer, or lessee of land and
	property as necessary or appropriate to a continuing and orderly
	plan of development of the land and property through the purchase,
	construction, or installation of facilities, works, or
	improvements that the authority is otherwise authorized to do or
	perform so that, to the greatest extent reasonably possible,
	considering sound engineering and economic practices, all of the
	land may, under the contract, ultimately receive the services of
	the facilities, works, or improvements. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	101, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 9029.104. ELECTION NOT REQUIRED FOR CERTAIN CONTRACTS.
	A municipality may enter into a water, sewer, or drainage contract,
	or any combination of those contracts, with the authority without
	the necessity of an election by any contracting party to approve the
	contract. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 101, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 9029.105. COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.
	(a) In this section, "sole expense" means the actual cost of
	relocating, raising, lowering, rerouting, changing the grade of, or
	altering the construction of a facility described by Subsection (b)
	in providing comparable replacement without enhancement of the
	facility, after deducting from that cost the net salvage value of
	the old facility.
	(b) If the authority's exercise of the power of eminent
	domain, the power of relocation, or any other power makes necessary
	the relocation, raising, rerouting, changing the grade, or
	alteration of the construction of a highway, a railroad, an
	electric transmission line, a telephone or telegraph property or
	facility, or a pipeline, the necessary action shall be accomplished
	at the sole expense of the authority. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	101, Sec. 11.)
	Sec. 9029.106. BID ON PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION WORK. (a) A
	person who submits a written sealed bid on proposed construction
	work for the authority must submit with the bid an amount equal to
	at least five percent of the total amount of the bid in the form of
	a:
	(1) certified or cashier's check on a responsible bank
	in this state; or
	(2) bidder's bond.
	(b) If a successful bidder fails or refuses to enter into a
	proper contract with the authority or provide a bond required by
	law, the bidder forfeits the amount of the check or bond that
	accompanied the bidder's bid. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 101, Sec.
	19.)
	[Sections 9029.107-9029.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9029.151. TAX METHOD. (a) The authority shall use
	the ad valorem plan of taxation.
	(b) The board is not required to call a hearing on the
	adoption of a plan of taxation. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 101,
	Sec. 6 (part).)
	Sec. 9029.152. AUTHORITY ACCOUNTS. The authority shall
	keep a complete system of the authority's accounts. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 101, Sec. 14 (part).)
	Sec. 9029.153. FISCAL YEAR. The fiscal year of the
	authority is from October 1 to September 30 of the following year,
	unless changed by the board. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 101, Sec.
	14 (part).)
	Sec. 9029.154. COPY OF AUDIT REPORT. A copy of the audit
	report prepared under Subchapter G, Chapter 49, Water Code, shall
	be delivered:
	(1) to each director; and
	(2) to a holder of at least 25 percent of the
	outstanding bonds of the authority, on request. (Acts 58th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 101, Sec. 14 (part); New.)
	Sec. 9029.155. PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT REQUIRED.
	The authority is not required to pay a tax or assessment on
	authority property or any part of authority property. (Acts 58th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 101, Sec. 15 (part).)
	Sec. 9029.156. POWER TO BORROW MONEY AND ACCEPT GRANTS OR
	OTHER SUPPORT. (a) The authority may borrow money for the
	authority's corporate purposes, including taking a loan or
	accepting a grant, gratuity, or other support from the United
	States, this state, or a corporation or agency created or
	designated by the United States or this state.
	(b) In connection with the loan, grant, or other support,
	the authority may enter into any arrangement the board considers
	advisable. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 101, Sec. 12 (part).)
	Sec. 9029.157. DEPOSITORY. (a) The board shall designate
	one or more banks inside or outside the authority to serve as a
	depository for authority money.
	(b) All authority money shall be deposited in a depository
	bank, except that sufficient money shall be remitted to the
	appropriate bank of payment to pay the principal of and interest on
	the authority's outstanding bonds on or before the maturity date of
	the principal and interest.
	(c) To the extent that money in a depository bank is not
	insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the money
	must be secured in the manner provided by law for the security of
	county funds. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 101, Sec. 13.)
	[Sections 9029.158-9029.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 9029.201. AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS. The authority may
	issue bonds for an authority purpose. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	101, Sec. 7 (part).)
	Sec. 9029.202. ISSUANCE OF REVENUE BONDS. The board may
	issue, by resolution and without a hearing or an election, bonds
	payable solely from net revenue of the authority's operation or
	from the proceeds of any contract for the authority's services.
	(Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 101, Sec. 12 (part).)
	Sec. 9029.203. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. An authority
	bond, the transfer of the bond, and income from the bond, including
	profits made on the sale of the bond, are exempt from taxation in
	this state. (Acts 58th Leg., R.S., Ch. 101, Sec. 15 (part).)
	CHAPTER 9032. COKE COUNTY KICKAPOO WATER CONTROL AND
	IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9032.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 9032.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 9032.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT
	Sec. 9032.004. APPLICABILITY OF OTHER WATER CONTROL
	AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT LAW
	[Sections 9032.005-9032.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 9032.051. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 9032.052. HEARING FOR EXCLUSION OF TERRITORY
	[Sections 9032.053-9032.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 9032.101. COMPOSITION OF BOARD
	Sec. 9032.102. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 9032.103. ELECTION OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 9032.104. ELECTION RESULTS
	Sec. 9032.105. BALLOT PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDATES
	Sec. 9032.106. DIRECTOR'S BOND
	Sec. 9032.107. VOTE BY BOARD PRESIDENT
	Sec. 9032.108. ABSENCE OR INACTION OF BOARD PRESIDENT
	Sec. 9032.109. APPOINTMENT OR EMPLOYMENT OF SECRETARY
	AND TREASURER
	Sec. 9032.110. SECRETARY'S BOND
	Sec. 9032.111. EMPLOYEES
	Sec. 9032.112. SEAL
	[Sections 9032.113-9032.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 9032.151. GENERAL POWERS
	Sec. 9032.152. WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
	POWERS
	Sec. 9032.153. CONTROL OF WATER AND FLOODWATER;
	RECLAMATION
	Sec. 9032.154. POWERS RELATING TO THE WATER OF
	KICKAPOO CREEKS; SURVEYS, MAPS, AND
	PLANS
	Sec. 9032.155. GENERAL PROPERTY POWER
	Sec. 9032.156. COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY
	Sec. 9032.157. SURVEYS; ENGINEERING INVESTIGATIONS
	Sec. 9032.158. EQUIPMENT; SUPPLIES
	Sec. 9032.159. COOPERATION IN WILDLIFE PROGRAMS
	[Sections 9032.160-9032.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. TAXES
	Sec. 9032.201. HEARING ON CHANGE IN METHOD OF
	TAXATION; LIMITATION
	Sec. 9032.202. MAINTENANCE TAX ELECTION PROCEDURES
	Sec. 9032.203. MAINTENANCE TAX RATE
	[Sections 9032.204-9032.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. BONDS
	Sec. 9032.251. ISSUANCE OF BONDS
	Sec. 9032.252. PLEDGE OF REVENUE TO PAY BONDS
	CHAPTER 9032. COKE COUNTY KICKAPOO WATER CONTROL AND
	IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9032.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a board member.
	(3) "District" means the Coke County Kickapoo Water
	Control and Improvement District No. 1. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S.,
	Ch. 17, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 9032.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation, reclamation, and improvement district in Coke
	County. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 9032.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT. All territory included
	in the district will benefit from the works and projects
	accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
	59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch.
	17, Sec. 2 (part).)
	Sec. 9032.004. APPLICABILITY OF OTHER WATER CONTROL AND
	IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT LAW. Except as provided in this chapter,
	general laws pertaining to water control and improvement districts
	govern the district. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 15
	(part).)
	[Sections 9032.005-9032.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 9032.051. DISTRICT TERRITORY. The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 17, Acts
	of the 56th Legislature, 1st Called Session, 1959, as that
	territory may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec.
	1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 9032.052. HEARING FOR EXCLUSION OF TERRITORY. A
	hearing is not required for the exclusion of territory from the
	district. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 6 (part).)
	[Sections 9032.053-9032.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 9032.101. COMPOSITION OF BOARD. The board is composed
	of five elected directors. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec.
	16 (part).)
	Sec. 9032.102. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. A director must
	be:
	(1) at least 18 years of age;
	(2) a resident of the state and district; and
	(3) an owner of taxable property in the district.
	(Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 16 (part).)
	Sec. 9032.103. ELECTION OF DIRECTORS. (a) An election
	order for a directors' election must state the time, place, and
	purpose of the election.
	(b) Notice of a directors' election must be published in a
	newspaper of general circulation in the district for two
	consecutive weeks in not less than two publications at least 20 days
	before the date of the election. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17,
	Sec. 16 (part).)
	Sec. 9032.104. ELECTION RESULTS. (a) The candidates
	receiving the highest number of votes shall be elected.
	(b) The board shall declare the results of the election.
	(Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 16 (part).)
	Sec. 9032.105. BALLOT PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDATES. (a) A
	person who wants the person's name printed on the ballot as a
	candidate for director must submit a petition to the board
	secretary requesting that action.
	(b) The petition must be:
	(1) signed by at least 15 qualified voters; and
	(2) presented to the board secretary not later than
	the 21st day before the date of the election. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st
	C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 16 (part).)
	Sec. 9032.106. DIRECTOR'S BOND. Each director shall make
	bond in the amount of $5,000 payable to the county judge of Coke
	County for the faithful performance of the director's duties.
	(Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 16 (part).)
	Sec. 9032.107. VOTE BY BOARD PRESIDENT. The president has
	the same right to vote as any other director. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st
	C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 17 (part).)
	Sec. 9032.108. ABSENCE OR INACTION OF BOARD PRESIDENT.
	When the board president is absent or fails or declines to act, the
	board vice president shall perform all duties and exercise all
	power this chapter gives the president. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S.,
	Ch. 17, Sec. 17 (part).)
	Sec. 9032.109. APPOINTMENT OR EMPLOYMENT OF SECRETARY AND
	TREASURER. (a) The board may appoint or employ a secretary. The
	secretary shall also serve as treasurer.
	(b) The secretary is not required to be a director. (Acts
	56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 17 (part).)
	Sec. 9032.110. SECRETARY'S BOND. (a) The secretary shall
	make bond in an amount required by the board, conditioned on the
	secretary's faithfully accounting for all money that comes into the
	secretary's custody as district treasurer.
	(b) The bond must be payable to the order of the county judge
	of Coke County. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 17 (part).)
	Sec. 9032.111. EMPLOYEES. The board may employ a general
	manager, attorney, engineer, or other technical or nontechnical
	employees or assistants and set the amount and manner of their
	compensation. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 18 (part).)
	Sec. 9032.112. SEAL. The board may adopt a seal for the
	district. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 19.)
	[Sections 9032.113-9032.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 9032.151. GENERAL POWERS. (a) The district may
	exercise the rights, privileges, functions, and authority granted
	water control and improvement districts by:
	(1) Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code; and
	(2) all other laws relating to water control and
	improvement districts.
	(b) To the extent a general law described by Subsection (a)
	conflicts or is inconsistent with this chapter, this chapter
	prevails. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 9032.152. WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
	POWERS. To accomplish a purpose for which the district is created,
	the district has the powers conferred by the general laws of this
	state on water control and improvement districts, including the
	power to:
	(1) construct, acquire, improve, maintain, and repair
	a dam or other structure; and
	(2) acquire land easements, rights, property, or
	equipment needed to use, control, or distribute water that may be
	impounded, diverted, or controlled by the district. (Acts 56th
	Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 5.)
	Sec. 9032.153. CONTROL OF WATER AND FLOODWATER;
	RECLAMATION. The district has the power to:
	(1) control, store, preserve, and distribute the water
	and floodwater in the district for the irrigation of arid land,
	conservation, preservation, reclamation, and drainage of the lands
	in the district;
	(2) carry out flood prevention measures to prevent
	damage to land and other property in the district; and
	(3) reclaim lands heretofore damaged because of the
	failure to provide the facilities authorized under this chapter.
	(Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 4.)
	Sec. 9032.154. POWERS RELATING TO THE WATER OF KICKAPOO
	CREEKS; SURVEYS, MAPS, AND PLANS. (a) The district may conduct
	preliminary surveys and develop and map out a plan for the control
	and use of the water of Kickapoo Creeks to the end that improvements
	on any part of the watershed will be mechanically and economically
	related to the improvements of the entire watershed.
	(b) On the completion of the survey, map, or plan and the
	adoption of the survey, map, or plan by the board, a certified copy
	of the survey, map, or plan must be filed for informational purposes
	with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. (Acts 56th
	Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 3.)
	Sec. 9032.155. GENERAL PROPERTY POWER. In addition to
	powers granted the district under other law, the district has the
	power to purchase, construct, maintain, condemn, or in any other
	manner acquire, provide, and develop all works, facilities,
	improvements, lands, easements, rights, and other properties in the
	district that may be necessary or useful in fulfilling the purposes
	of the district. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 7.)
	Sec. 9032.156. COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY. If
	the district's exercise of the power of eminent domain, the power of
	relocation, or any other power granted under this chapter makes
	necessary the relocating, raising, rerouting, changing grades of,
	or altering the construction of any highway, railroad, electric
	transmission line, pipeline, telephone, or telegraph property or
	facility, the necessary action shall be accomplished at the sole
	expense of the district. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 15
	(part).)
	Sec. 9032.157. SURVEYS; ENGINEERING INVESTIGATIONS. The
	board may conduct or provide for surveys and engineering
	investigations for the district and its associates or affiliates to
	accomplish district purposes. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17,
	Sec. 18 (part).)
	Sec. 9032.158. EQUIPMENT; SUPPLIES. The board may provide
	equipment and supplies considered essential to properly maintain
	the district. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 18 (part).)
	Sec. 9032.159. COOPERATION IN WILDLIFE PROGRAMS. The
	district may cooperate with state, federal, and other agencies and
	groups in wildlife programs that are:
	(1) not inconsistent with the purposes of this
	chapter; and
	(2) designed to improve the general habitat of
	wildlife and promote the general propagation of wildlife. (Acts
	56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 14.)
	[Sections 9032.160-9032.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. TAXES
	Sec. 9032.201. HEARING ON CHANGE IN METHOD OF TAXATION;
	LIMITATION. (a) Except as provided by Subsection (b), the
	district may call a hearing to consider changing the method of
	taxation.
	(b) Once district bonds are approved by the attorney general
	or district court, the district may not change the plan of taxation.
	(Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 11 (part).)
	Sec. 9032.202. MAINTENANCE TAX ELECTION PROCEDURES. (a) A
	maintenance tax election shall be called and notice given in the
	same manner as for a bond election.
	(b) This chapter does not prevent the calling of a later
	maintenance tax election to establish or increase the amount of tax
	if the board determines that a maintenance tax election is
	required. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 9032.203. MAINTENANCE TAX RATE. In calling a
	maintenance tax election, the board must specify the maximum
	proposed tax rate. To impose a maintenance tax at a rate that
	exceeds the maximum proposed rate approved by the voters, the board
	must submit the question of a tax rate increase to the voters.
	(Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 9 (part).)
	[Sections 9032.204-9032.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. BONDS
	Sec. 9032.251. ISSUANCE OF BONDS. To accomplish a district
	purpose, the district may issue bonds as provided by general law for
	water control and improvement districts to obtain money necessary
	to furnish land, easements, or improvements, to maintain a
	structure, or for channeling, or other works of improvement
	performed or constructed by the district or others in cooperation
	with the district. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 8
	(part).)
	Sec. 9032.252. PLEDGE OF REVENUE TO PAY BONDS. When the
	board selects a plan of taxation, the board may pledge district
	revenue to pay bonds authorized by voters. (Acts 56th Leg., 1st
	C.S., Ch. 17, Sec. 10.)
	CHAPTER 9033. COMMODORE COVE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9033.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 9033.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 9033.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC BENEFIT AND PUBLIC
	PURPOSE
	Sec. 9033.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 9033.005. EXPANSION OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 9033.006. HEARINGS FOR EXCLUSION OF LAND
	[Sections 9033.007-9033.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 9033.051. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 9033.052. NOTICE OF DIRECTORS' ELECTION
	Sec. 9033.053. DIRECTOR'S BOND
	Sec. 9033.054. DUTY OF SECRETARY; ABSENCE OF SECRETARY
	FROM BOARD MEETING
	Sec. 9033.055. VOTE BY BOARD PRESIDENT
	Sec. 9033.056. ABSENCE OR INACTION OF BOARD PRESIDENT
	[Sections 9033.057-9033.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 9033.101. WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
	POWERS
	Sec. 9033.102. ADDITIONAL POWERS
	Sec. 9033.103. LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER
	Sec. 9033.104. COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY
	Sec. 9033.105. NOTICE OF ELECTION
	[Sections 9033.106-9033.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9033.151. TAX METHOD
	Sec. 9033.152. DEPOSITORY
	Sec. 9033.153. PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT
	REQUIRED
	[Sections 9033.154-9033.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 9033.201. AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS
	Sec. 9033.202. EXCHANGING BONDS FOR PROPERTY OR WORK
	Sec. 9033.203. FAILED BOND ELECTION
	Sec. 9033.204. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION
	CHAPTER 9033. COMMODORE COVE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9033.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the district's board of directors.
	(2) "Director" means a board member.
	(3) "District" means the Commodore Cove Improvement
	District. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 598, Sec. 1 (part); New.)
	Sec. 9033.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district in Brazoria County created
	under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 598, Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 9033.003. FINDINGS OF PUBLIC BENEFIT AND PUBLIC
	PURPOSE. (a) The district is created to serve a public use and
	benefit.
	(b) All land and other property included in the boundaries
	of the district will benefit from the works and projects
	accomplished by the district under the powers conferred by Section
	59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(c) The creation of the district is essential to accomplish
	the purposes of Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
	(d) The accomplishment of the purposes stated in this
	chapter is for the benefit of the people of this state and for the
	improvement of their property and industries. The district in
	carrying out the purposes of this chapter will be performing an
	essential public function under the Texas Constitution. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 598, Secs. 1 (part), 4, 22 (part).)
	Sec. 9033.004. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The district is
	composed of the territory described by Section 2, Chapter 598, Acts
	of the 59th Legislature, Regular Session, 1965, as that territory
	may have been modified under:
	(1) Subchapter O, Chapter 51, Water Code;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code;
	(3) Section 9033.005 of this chapter or its
	predecessor statute, former Section 16, Chapter 598, Acts of the
	59th Legislature, Regular Session, 1965; or
	(4) other law.
	(b) The boundaries and field notes of the district form a
	closure. A mistake in the field notes or in copying the field notes
	in the legislative process does not affect:
	(1) the district's organization, existence, or
	validity;
	(2) the district's right to issue any type of bond or
	to pay the principal of and interest on the bond;
	(3) the district's right to impose a tax; or
	(4) the legality or operation of the district or the
	board. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 598, Sec. 3; New.)
	Sec. 9033.005. EXPANSION OF DISTRICT. (a) Except as
	otherwise provided by this section, the district may annex
	territory as provided by Section 49.302, Water Code.
	(b) Territory may not be annexed to the district without the
	written consent of:
	(1) all lienholders of record in Brazoria County; and
	(2) at least a three-fourths majority of all
	landowners in the territory to be annexed whose land must also
	constitute at least three-fourths of the value of all land in the
	territory to be annexed, as shown by the tax rolls of the county in
	which the territory to be annexed is located.
	(c) A finding by the district that the requirements of
	Subsection (b) have been met is:
	(1) conclusive for all purposes; and
	(2) not subject to judicial review. (Acts 59th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 598, Sec. 16.)
	Sec. 9033.006. HEARINGS FOR EXCLUSION OF LAND. (a) The
	board is not required to call or hold a hearing on the exclusion of
	land or other property from the district.
	(b) This section may not be construed to prevent the board
	on its own motion from calling and holding an exclusion hearing
	under general law. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 598, Sec. 7 (part).)
	[Sections 9033.007-9033.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
	Sec. 9033.051. BOARD OF DIRECTORS. (a) The board consists
	of five elected directors.
	(b) To be appointed as a director, a person must:
	(1) be at least 18 years of age; and
	(2) reside in this state.
	(c) Such director is not required to reside in the district.
	(d) Such director is not required to own land in the
	district, but before the district awards any construction
	contracts, each director must own land in the district subject to
	district taxation. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 598, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 9033.052. NOTICE OF DIRECTORS' ELECTION. At least 30
	days before the date of a directors' election, notice of the
	election must be published at least once in a newspaper of general
	circulation in Brazoria County. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 598,
	Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 9033.053. DIRECTOR'S BOND. Each director shall give a
	bond in the amount of $5,000 for the faithful performance of the
	director's duties. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 598, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 9033.054. DUTY OF SECRETARY; ABSENCE OF SECRETARY FROM
	BOARD MEETING. (a) The board secretary shall sign the minutes of
	each board meeting.
	(b) If the board secretary is absent from a board meeting,
	the board shall name a secretary pro tem for the meeting who may:
	(1) exercise all powers and duties of the secretary
	for the meeting;
	(2) sign the minutes of the meeting; and
	(3) attest all orders passed or other action taken at
	the meeting. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 598, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 9033.055. VOTE BY BOARD PRESIDENT. The board
	president has the same right to vote as any other director. (Acts
	59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 598, Sec. 9 (part).)
	Sec. 9033.056. ABSENCE OR INACTION OF BOARD PRESIDENT.
	When the board president is absent or fails or declines to act, the
	board vice president shall perform all duties and exercise all
	power this chapter or general law gives the president. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 598, Sec. 9 (part).)
	[Sections 9033.057-9033.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 9033.101. WATER CONTROL AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
	POWERS. The district has the rights, powers, privileges, and
	duties provided by general law applicable to a water control and
	improvement district created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution, including Chapters 49 and 51, Water Code. (Acts 59th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 598, Sec. 5 (part); New.)
	Sec. 9033.102. ADDITIONAL POWERS. (a) The district may:
	(1) purchase, construct, or otherwise acquire a
	waterworks system, sanitary sewer system, storm sewer system, or
	drainage facility or any part of those systems or facilities;
	(2) make any purchase, construction, improvement,
	extension, addition, or repair necessary to a system or facility
	described by Subdivision (1);
	(3) purchase or otherwise acquire, operate, and
	maintain any land, right-of-way, easement, site, equipment,
	building, plant, structure, or facility necessary for a system or
	facility described by Subdivision (1); and
	(4) sell water and other services.
	(b) The district may exercise any of the rights or powers
	granted by this chapter inside or outside the district's
	boundaries, but only in Brazoria County. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	598, Sec. 17 (part).)
	Sec. 9033.103. LIMIT ON EMINENT DOMAIN POWER. The district
	may exercise the power of eminent domain only in the district.
	(Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 598, Sec. 12 (part).)
	Sec. 9033.104. COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY.
	(a) In this section, "sole expense" means the actual cost of
	lowering, rerouting, changing the grade of, or altering the
	construction of a facility described by Subsection (b) in providing
	comparable replacement without enhancement of the facility, after
	deducting from that cost the net salvage value of the old facility.
	(b) If the district's exercise of the power of eminent
	domain, the power of relocation, or any other power granted by this
	chapter makes necessary the relocating, raising, rerouting,
	changing the grade, or altering of the construction of a highway,
	railroad, electric transmission line, telegraph or telephone
	property or facility, or pipeline, the necessary action shall be
	accomplished at the sole expense of the district. (Acts 59th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 598, Sec. 12 (part).)
	Sec. 9033.105. NOTICE OF ELECTION. Notice of an election
	may be given under the hand of the board president or secretary.
	(Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 598, Sec. 20.)
	[Sections 9033.106-9033.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 9033.151. TAX METHOD. (a) The district shall use the
	ad valorem plan of taxation.
	(b) The board is not required to call or hold a hearing on
	the adoption of a plan of taxation. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 598,
	Sec. 8.)
	Sec. 9033.152. DEPOSITORY. (a) The board shall select one
	or more banks or trust companies in this state to act as a
	depository of bond proceeds or of revenue derived from the
	operation of district facilities.
	(b) The depository shall, as determined by the board:
	(1) furnish indemnity bonds;
	(2) pledge securities; or
	(3) meet any other requirements. (Acts 59th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 598, Sec. 15.)
	Sec. 9033.153. PAYMENT OF TAX OR ASSESSMENT NOT REQUIRED.
	The district is not required to pay a tax or assessment on:
	(1) a district project or any part of the project; or
	(2) a district purchase. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	598, Sec. 22 (part).)
	[Sections 9033.154-9033.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. BONDS
	Sec. 9033.201. AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS. The district may
	issue bonds of any kind to carry out any purpose authorized by this
	chapter. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 598, Sec. 17 (part).)
	Sec. 9033.202. EXCHANGING BONDS FOR PROPERTY OR WORK. The
	district may exchange bonds, including refunding bonds:
	(1) for property acquired by purchase; or
	(2) in payment of the contract price of work done or
	materials or services furnished for the use and benefit of the
	district. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 598, Sec. 18 (part).)
	Sec. 9033.203. FAILED BOND ELECTION. (a) A general law,
	including Sections 51.781-51.791, Water Code, that provides for
	calling a hearing on the dissolution of a district after a failed
	district bond election does not apply to the district.
	(b) Six months after the date of a failed bond election, the
	board may call a subsequent bond election.
	(c) The district continues to exist and retain its full
	power to function and operate regardless of the outcome of a bond
	election. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 598, Sec. 19.)
	Sec. 9033.204. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. A bond issued
	under this chapter, the transfer of the bond, and income from the
	bond, including profits made on the sale of the bond, are exempt
	from taxation in this state. (Acts 59th Leg., R.S., Ch. 598, Sec.
	22 (part).)
	SECTION 1.07. Subtitle X, Title 6, Special District Local
	Laws Code, is amended by adding Chapter 11003 to read as follows:
	CHAPTER 11003. MATADOR WATER DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 11003.001. DEFINITIONS
	Sec. 11003.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT
	Sec. 11003.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE
	[Sections 11003.004-11003.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT TERRITORY; ANNEXATION
	Sec. 11003.051. DISTRICT TERRITORY
	Sec. 11003.052. ANNEXATION OF CITY TERRITORY
	Sec. 11003.053. ANNEXATION OF OTHER TERRITORY
	[Sections 11003.054-11003.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 11003.101. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS
	Sec. 11003.102. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE
	Sec. 11003.103. VACANCIES
	Sec. 11003.104. REMOVAL FROM OFFICE
	Sec. 11003.105. BOARD RESOLUTIONS; QUORUM; VOTING
	REQUIREMENTS
	Sec. 11003.106. OFFICERS AND ASSISTANTS
	Sec. 11003.107. DUTIES OF OFFICERS AND ASSISTANTS
	Sec. 11003.108. MEETINGS
	Sec. 11003.109. PERSONAL LIABILITY OF DIRECTORS
	[Sections 11003.110-11003.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 11003.151. DISTRICT POWERS
	Sec. 11003.152. PERMITS
	Sec. 11003.153. GENERAL AUTHORITY OF PUBLIC AGENCIES
	AND POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS TO
	CONTRACT WITH DISTRICT
	Sec. 11003.154. CONTRACTS TO SUPPLY WATER
	Sec. 11003.155. SOURCES FOR WATER; ACQUISITION OF
	LAND; STORAGE CAPACITY
	Sec. 11003.156. CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS
	Sec. 11003.157. CONVEYANCE OF LAND TO DISTRICT
	Sec. 11003.158. SURPLUS PROPERTY
	Sec. 11003.159. EMINENT DOMAIN
	Sec. 11003.160. COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING
	PROPERTY; RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND
	EASEMENTS
	Sec. 11003.161. OTHER DISTRICT POWERS
	[Sections 11003.162-11003.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 11003.201. IMPOSITION OF MAINTENANCE TAX
	Sec. 11003.202. DEPOSITORY
	Sec. 11003.203. INVESTMENT OF DISTRICT MONEY
	Sec. 11003.204. DISTRICT FACILITIES EXEMPT FROM
	TAXATION AND ASSESSMENT
	[Sections 11003.205-11003.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. BONDS
	Sec. 11003.251. AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS
	Sec. 11003.252. FORM OF BONDS
	Sec. 11003.253. MATURITY
	Sec. 11003.254. ELECTION FOR BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD
	VALOREM TAXES
	Sec. 11003.255. BONDS SECURED BY REVENUE; ADDITIONAL
	BONDS
	Sec. 11003.256. BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM TAXES
	Sec. 11003.257. ADDITIONAL SECURITY
	Sec. 11003.258. TRUST INDENTURE
	Sec. 11003.259. CHARGES FOR DISTRICT SERVICES
	Sec. 11003.260. USE OF BOND PROCEEDS
	Sec. 11003.261. APPOINTMENT OF RECEIVER
	Sec. 11003.262. REFUNDING BONDS
	Sec. 11003.263. LIMITATION ON RIGHTS OF BONDHOLDERS
	Sec. 11003.264. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION
	Sec. 11003.265. DETACHMENT OF DISTRICT TERRITORY AFTER
	ISSUANCE OF BONDS
	CHAPTER 11003. MATADOR WATER DISTRICT
	SUBCHAPTER A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 11003.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter:
	(1) "Board" means the board of directors of the
	district.
	(2) "City" means the city of Matador.
	(3) "City council" means the city council of the city.
	(4) "Director" means a member of the board appointed
	by the city council.
	(5) "District" means the Matador Water District.
	(Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Secs. 1 (part), 2 (part), 3(a)
	(part); New.)
	Sec. 11003.002. NATURE OF DISTRICT. The district is a
	conservation and reclamation district created under Section 59,
	Article XVI, Texas Constitution. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36,
	Sec. 1 (part).)
	Sec. 11003.003. FINDINGS OF BENEFIT AND PUBLIC PURPOSE.
	(a) All territory and taxable property in the city will benefit
	from the works and improvements of the district.
	(b) The accomplishment of the purposes stated in this
	chapter is for the benefit of the people of this state and for the
	improvement of their property and industries. The district, in
	carrying out the purposes of this chapter, will be performing an
	essential public function under the constitution. (Acts 64th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 36, Secs. 2 (part), 22 (part).)
	[Sections 11003.004-11003.050 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER B. DISTRICT TERRITORY; ANNEXATION
	Sec. 11003.051. DISTRICT TERRITORY. (a) The boundaries of
	the district are coextensive with the boundaries of the city as
	those boundaries existed on January 1, 1975, and as the district
	territory may have been modified under:
	(1) this subchapter or its predecessor statutes,
	Sections 6 and 7, Chapter 36, Acts of the 64th Legislature, Regular
	Session, 1975;
	(2) Subchapter J, Chapter 49, Water Code; or
	(3) other law.
	(b) An invalidity in the fixing of the boundaries of the
	city as they existed on January 1, 1975, does not affect the
	boundaries of the district. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 2
	(part); New.)
	Sec. 11003.052. ANNEXATION OF CITY TERRITORY.
	(a) Territory annexed to the city after January 1, 1975, may be
	annexed to the district as provided by this section.
	(b) At any time after final passage of an ordinance or
	resolution annexing territory to the city, the board may give
	notice of a hearing on the question of annexing that territory to
	the district. The notice is sufficient if it:
	(1) states the date and place of the hearing; and
	(2) describes the area proposed to be annexed or
	refers to the annexation ordinance or resolution of the city.
	(c) At least 10 days before the date set for the hearing, the
	notice must be published one time in a newspaper of general
	circulation in the city.
	(d) If, as a result of the hearing, the board finds that the
	territory will benefit from the present or contemplated
	improvements, works, or facilities of the district, the board shall
	adopt a resolution annexing the territory to the district.
	(e) After the territory is annexed to the district, the
	board may hold an election in the entire district to determine
	whether:
	(1) the entire district will assume any tax-supported
	bonds then outstanding and those bonds previously voted but not yet
	sold; and
	(2) an ad valorem tax for the payment of the bonds will
	be imposed on all taxable property in the district.
	(f) An election held under Subsection (e) must be held and
	notice must be given in the same manner as an election held under
	Section 11003.254 for the issuance of bonds. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 36, Sec. 6.)
	Sec. 11003.053. ANNEXATION OF OTHER TERRITORY.
	(a) Territory other than territory subject to Section 11003.052
	may be annexed to the district as provided by this section.
	(b) The board may annex territory or a municipality under
	this section only if a petition requesting annexation is signed by
	50 registered voters of the territory or municipality to be
	annexed, or a majority of the registered voters of that territory or
	municipality, whichever is fewer, and is filed with the board. The
	petition must describe the territory to be annexed by metes and
	bounds, or otherwise, except that if the territory is the same as
	that contained in the boundaries of a municipality, the petition is
	sufficient if it states that the territory to be annexed is the
	territory contained in the municipal boundaries.
	(c) If the board determines that the petition complies with
	Subsection (b), that the annexation would be in the best interest of
	the territory or municipality and the district, and that the
	district will be able to supply water to the territory or
	municipality, the board shall:
	(1) adopt a resolution stating the conditions, if any,
	under which the territory or municipality may be annexed to the
	district; and
	(2) set a time and place to hold a hearing on the
	question of whether the territory or municipality to be annexed
	will benefit from:
	(A) the improvements, works, or facilities owned
	or operated or contemplated to be owned or operated by the district;
	or
	(B) the other functions of the district.
	(d) At least 10 days before the date of the hearing, notice
	of the adoption of the resolution stating the time and place of the
	hearing must be published one time in a newspaper of general
	circulation in the territory or municipality proposed to be
	annexed. The notice must describe the territory in the same manner
	in which Subsection (b) requires the petition to describe the
	territory.
	(e) Any interested person may appear at the hearing and
	offer evidence for or against the annexation.
	(f) The hearing may proceed in the order and under the rules
	prescribed by the board and may be recessed from time to time.
	(g) If, at the conclusion of the hearing, the board finds
	that the property in the territory or municipality will benefit
	from the present or contemplated improvements, works, or facilities
	of the district, the board shall adopt a resolution making a finding
	of the benefit and calling an election in the territory or
	municipality to be annexed.
	(h) The resolution must state:
	(1) the date of the election;
	(2) each place where the election will be held; and
	(3) the proposition to be voted on.
	(i) At least 10 days before the date set for the election,
	notice of the election must be given by publishing a substantial
	copy of the resolution calling the election one time in a newspaper
	of general circulation in the territory proposed to be annexed.
	(j) In calling an election on the proposition for annexation
	of the territory or municipality, the board may include, as part of
	the same proposition or as a separate proposition, a proposition
	for:
	(1) the territory to assume its part of the
	tax-supported bonds of the district then outstanding and those
	bonds previously voted but not yet sold; and
	(2) an ad valorem tax to be imposed on taxable property
	in the territory along with the tax in the rest of the district for
	the payment of the bonds.
	(k) If a majority of the votes cast at the election are in
	favor of annexation, the board by resolution shall annex the
	territory to the district.
	(l) An annexation under this section is incontestable
	except in the manner and within the time for contesting elections
	under the Election Code. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Secs. 7(a),
	(b), (c) (part), (d) (part), (e) (part).)
	[Sections 11003.054-11003.100 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER C. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
	Sec. 11003.101. COMPOSITION OF BOARD; TERMS. (a) The
	district is governed by a board of five directors appointed by the
	city council. The directors occupy numbered places on the board.
	(b) Directors serve staggered two-year terms, with the
	terms of the directors occupying Places 1, 2, and 3 expiring at noon
	on March 1 of each even-numbered year and the terms of the directors
	occupying Places 4 and 5 expiring at noon on March 1 of each
	odd-numbered year.
	(c) The mayor of the city serves, ex officio, as an honorary
	member of the board. The mayor may attend all meetings and
	participate in all proceedings of the board except that the mayor
	may not vote. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 3(a) (part).)
	Sec. 11003.102. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE. (a) To be
	eligible to be appointed or to serve as a director, a person must be
	a resident, qualified voter of the district.
	(b) A director is eligible for reappointment. (Acts 64th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Secs. 3(a) (part), (b).)
	Sec. 11003.103. VACANCIES. Any vacancy occurring on the
	board shall be filled for the unexpired term by appointment by the
	city council. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 3(a) (part).)
	Sec. 11003.104. REMOVAL FROM OFFICE. After reasonable
	notice and a public hearing, the board may remove a director from
	office for misfeasance, malfeasance, or wilful neglect of duty.
	Reasonable notice and a public hearing are not required if the
	notice and hearing are expressly waived in writing. (Acts 64th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 3(c).)
	Sec. 11003.105. BOARD RESOLUTIONS; QUORUM; VOTING
	REQUIREMENTS. (a) The district shall act through resolutions
	adopted by the board.
	(b) Three directors constitute a quorum.
	(c) Each director has a vote.
	(d) The affirmative vote of at least three directors is
	necessary to adopt any resolution. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36,
	Sec. 4(c).)
	Sec. 11003.106. OFFICERS AND ASSISTANTS. (a) The board
	shall elect a president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer
	at the first meeting of the board in March of each year or at any
	time necessary to fill a vacancy.
	(b) The board shall elect the president and vice president
	from among the directors. The president shall serve for a term of
	one year.
	(c) The offices of secretary and treasurer:
	(1) may be held by one person; and
	(2) are not required to be held by a director.
	(d) The board may appoint as assistant board secretary one
	or more persons who are not directors. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	36, Secs. 4(b) (part), (d) (part).)
	Sec. 11003.107. DUTIES OF OFFICERS AND ASSISTANTS.
	(a) The board president shall preside at board meetings and
	perform other duties prescribed by the board.
	(b) The board secretary is the official custodian of the
	minutes, books, records, and seal of the board and shall perform
	other duties and functions prescribed by the board. An assistant
	board secretary may perform any duty or function of the board
	secretary.
	(c) The board treasurer shall perform duties and functions
	prescribed by the board. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 4(b)
	(part).)
	Sec. 11003.108. MEETINGS. The board shall have regular
	meetings at times specified by board resolution and shall have
	special meetings when called by the board president or by any three
	directors. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 4(e).)
	Sec. 11003.109. PERSONAL LIABILITY OF DIRECTORS. A
	director is not personally liable for any bond issued or contract
	executed by the district. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec.
	4(f).)
	[Sections 11003.110-11003.150 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER D. POWERS AND DUTIES
	Sec. 11003.151. DISTRICT POWERS. The district may exercise
	any power necessary or appropriate to achieve the purposes of this
	chapter, including the power to:
	(1) sue and be sued, and plead and be impleaded, in its
	own name;
	(2) adopt an official seal;
	(3) adopt and enforce bylaws and rules for the conduct
	of its affairs;
	(4) acquire, hold, use, and dispose of its receipts
	and money from any source;
	(5) select a depository or depositories;
	(6) acquire, own, rent, lease, accept, hold, or
	dispose of property, or an interest in property, including a right
	or easement, by purchase, exchange, gift, assignment,
	condemnation, sale, lease, or otherwise, in performing district
	duties or exercising district powers under this chapter;
	(7) hold, manage, operate, or improve property;
	(8) lease or rent any land, building, structure, or
	facility from or to any person;
	(9) sell, assign, lease, encumber, mortgage, or
	otherwise dispose of property, or an interest in property, and
	release or relinquish a right, title, claim, lien, interest,
	easement, or demand, regardless of the manner in which acquired,
	and conduct a transaction authorized by this subdivision by public
	or private sale, with or without public bidding, notwithstanding
	any other law;
	(10) issue bonds, provide for and secure the payment
	of the bonds, and provide for the rights of the holders of the bonds
	in the manner and to the extent authorized by this chapter;
	(11) request and accept an appropriation, grant,
	allocation, subsidy, guaranty, aid, service, material, or gift from
	any source, including the federal government, the state, a public
	agency, or a political subdivision;
	(12) operate and maintain an office;
	(13) appoint and determine the duties, tenure,
	qualifications, and compensation of officers, employees, agents,
	professional advisors, and counselors considered necessary or
	advisable by the board, including financial consultants,
	accountants, attorneys, architects, engineers, appraisers, and
	financing experts; and
	(14) exercise any power granted by Chapter 30, Water
	Code, to districts created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas
	Constitution. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 5 (part).)
	Sec. 11003.152. PERMITS. (a) The district may obtain
	through appropriate proceedings an appropriation permit or a
	diversion permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental
	Quality.
	(b) The district may acquire a water appropriation permit
	from a permit owner by contract or otherwise. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 36, Sec. 8 (part).)
	Sec. 11003.153. GENERAL AUTHORITY OF PUBLIC AGENCIES AND
	POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS TO CONTRACT WITH DISTRICT. A public agency
	or political subdivision of this state, including the city, may
	enter into a contract or agreement with the district, on terms
	agreed to by the parties, for any purpose relating to the district's
	powers or functions. Approval, notice, consent, or an election is
	not required in connection with the contract or agreement. (Acts
	64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 9(b) (part).)
	Sec. 11003.154. CONTRACTS TO SUPPLY WATER. (a) The
	district may contract with municipalities and others, including the
	city, to supply water to them. The district may sell water inside
	or outside the boundaries of the district.
	(b) The district may contract with a public agency or
	political subdivision for the rental or leasing of or for the
	operation of the water production, water supply, water filtration
	or purification, and water supply facilities of the entity on the
	consideration agreed to by the district and the entity.
	(c) A contract under Subsection (a) or (b) may:
	(1) be on terms and for the time agreed to by the
	parties; and
	(2) provide that it will continue in effect until
	bonds specified in it and refunding bonds issued in lieu of the
	bonds are paid.
	(d) The district may contract with the city for the
	operation of the district's water facilities by the city. An
	election is not required in connection with the contract.
	(e) A public agency or political subdivision of this state,
	including the city, may enter into a contract or agreement with the
	district for a water supply as provided by Section 11003.153. (Acts
	64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Secs. 9(a) (part), (b) (part), 19 (part).)
	Sec. 11003.155. SOURCES FOR WATER; ACQUISITION OF LAND;
	STORAGE CAPACITY. (a) The district may acquire or construct,
	inside or outside the district, a reservoir, a well, or any work,
	plant, transmission line, or other facility necessary or useful to
	drill for, divert, impound, store, pump, treat, or transport to the
	city and others water for municipal, domestic, industrial, mining,
	oil flooding, or any other useful purpose.
	(b) The district may develop or otherwise acquire
	underground sources of water.
	(c) The district may acquire land, or an interest in land,
	inside or outside the district, for any work, plant, or other
	facility necessary or useful to drill for, divert, impound, store,
	pump, treat, or transport to the city and others water for
	municipal, domestic, industrial, mining, oil flooding, or any other
	useful purpose.
	(d) The district may lease, purchase, or otherwise acquire
	rights in and to storage and storage capacity in any reservoir
	constructed or to be constructed by any person or from the United
	States. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Secs. 8 (part), 9(a)
	(part), 10 (part).)
	Sec. 11003.156. CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS. (a) The district
	may award a construction contract that requires an expenditure of
	more than $5,000 only after publication of notice to bidders once
	each week for two weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in the
	district.
	(b) The notice is sufficient if it states:
	(1) the time and place for opening the bids;
	(2) the general nature of the work to be done or the
	material, equipment, or supplies to be purchased; and
	(3) where the terms of bidding and copies of the plans
	and specifications may be obtained. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36,
	Sec. 12.)
	Sec. 11003.157. CONVEYANCE OF LAND TO DISTRICT. A public
	agency or political subdivision of this state, including the city,
	may lease, sell, or otherwise convey its land or an interest in its
	land to the district for consideration that the parties agree is
	adequate. Approval, notice, consent, or an election is not
	required in connection with the conveyance. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 36, Sec. 9(b) (part).)
	Sec. 11003.158. SURPLUS PROPERTY. Subject to the terms of a
	resolution or deed of trust authorizing or securing bonds issued by
	the district, the district may sell, lease, rent, trade, or
	otherwise dispose of property that the board considers is not
	needed for a district purpose. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec.
	10 (part).)
	Sec. 11003.159. EMINENT DOMAIN. (a) To carry out a power
	conferred by this chapter, the district may exercise the power of
	eminent domain to acquire the fee simple title to land, or any other
	interest in land, and other property and easements, inside or
	outside the district, including land or an interest in land needed
	for:
	(1) a well; or
	(2) a reservoir, dam, or flood easement above the
	probable high-water line around a reservoir.
	(b) The district must exercise the power of eminent domain
	in the manner provided by Chapter 21, Property Code.
	(c) The district is a municipal corporation for the purposes
	of Chapter 21, Property Code.
	(d) The board shall determine the amount and the type of
	interest in land, other property, or easements to be acquired under
	this section. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 11(a) (part).)
	Sec. 11003.160. COST OF RELOCATING OR ALTERING PROPERTY;
	RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND EASEMENTS. (a) If the district's exercise of
	its eminent domain, police, or other power requires relocating,
	raising, lowering, rerouting, or changing the grade of or altering
	the construction of any railroad, electric transmission,
	telegraph, or telephone line, conduit, pole, property, or facility
	or pipeline, the action shall be accomplished at the sole expense of
	the district. The term "sole expense" means the actual cost of the
	lowering, rerouting, or change in grade or alteration of
	construction to provide a comparable replacement without enhancing
	the facility, after deducting from the cost the net salvage value
	derived from the old facility.
	(b) The district has all necessary or useful rights-of-way
	and easements along, over, under, and across all public, state,
	municipal, and county roads, highways, and places for any of its
	purposes. The district shall restore a used facility to its
	previous condition as nearly as possible at the sole expense of the
	district. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Secs. 11(b), (c).)
	Sec. 11003.161. OTHER DISTRICT POWERS. The district has
	the same power as is conferred by general law on municipal utility
	districts or on water control and improvement districts, with
	reference to entering land and making surveys and attending to
	other business of the district. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec.
	11(a) (part).)
	[Sections 11003.162-11003.200 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER E. GENERAL FINANCIAL PROVISIONS
	Sec. 11003.201. IMPOSITION OF MAINTENANCE TAX. (a) The
	district may impose a tax, not to exceed 25 cents on each $100
	valuation of taxable property in the district, for:
	(1) maintenance purposes, including money for
	planning, maintaining, repairing, and operating all necessary
	plants, works, facilities, improvements, appliances, and equipment
	of the district;
	(2) paying costs of proper services, engineering, and
	legal fees; and
	(3) organization and administrative expenses.
	(b) The district may not impose a maintenance tax unless the
	tax is approved by a majority of the voters voting at an election
	held for that purpose.
	(c) A maintenance tax election may be held at the same time
	and in conjunction with a bond election.
	(d) The procedure for calling, giving notice of, and
	conducting a maintenance tax election is the same as the procedure
	for a bond election. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 13.)
	Sec. 11003.202. DEPOSITORY. (a) The board shall designate
	one or more banks inside or outside the district to serve as the
	depository for the district's money.
	(b) District money shall be deposited in the depository
	designated by the board, except that:
	(1) bond proceeds and money pledged to pay bonds, to
	the extent provided in a resolution or trust indenture authorizing
	or securing district bonds, may be deposited with another bank or
	trustee named in the bond resolution or trust indenture; and
	(2) money shall be remitted to each paying agent for
	the payment of principal of and interest on the bonds.
	(c) To the extent that money in a depository bank or trustee
	bank is not insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation,
	the money must be secured in the manner provided by law for the
	security of municipal money. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 20
	(part).)
	Sec. 11003.203. INVESTMENT OF DISTRICT MONEY. The board
	may invest district money in obligations and make time deposits of
	district money in the manner determined by the board or in the
	manner permitted or required in a resolution or trust indenture
	authorizing or securing district bonds. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch.
	36, Sec. 20 (part).)
	Sec. 11003.204. DISTRICT FACILITIES EXEMPT FROM TAXATION
	AND ASSESSMENT. The district is not required to pay a tax or
	assessment on its facilities or any part of its facilities. (Acts
	64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 22 (part).)
	[Sections 11003.205-11003.250 reserved for expansion]
	SUBCHAPTER F. BONDS
	Sec. 11003.251. AUTHORITY TO ISSUE BONDS. (a) The
	district may issue bonds payable from and secured by revenue or ad
	valorem taxes, or both revenue and ad valorem taxes, of the district
	to carry out any power conferred by this chapter. The bonds must be
	authorized by a board resolution.
	(b) The bonds must be issued in the manner and under the
	terms of the resolution authorizing the issuance of the bonds.
	(Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Secs. 14(a), (b) (part), (e) (part).)
	Sec. 11003.252. FORM OF BONDS. District bonds must be:
	(1) issued in the district's name;
	(2) signed by the president or vice president; and
	(3) attested by the secretary. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S.,
	Ch. 36, Sec. 14(b) (part).)
	Sec. 11003.253. MATURITY. District bonds must mature not
	later than 40 years after the date of their issuance. (Acts 64th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 14(b) (part).)
	Sec. 11003.254. ELECTION FOR BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM
	TAXES. (a) Bonds, other than refunding bonds, payable wholly or
	partly from ad valorem taxes may not be issued unless authorized by
	a majority of the district voters voting at an election held for
	that purpose.
	(b) The board may call an election under this section
	without a petition. The resolution calling the election must
	specify:
	(1) the time and place at which the election will be
	held;
	(2) the purpose for which the bonds will be issued;
	(3) the amount of the bonds;
	(4) the form of the ballot; and
	(5) other matters the board considers necessary or
	advisable.
	(c) Notice of the election must be given by publishing a
	substantial copy of the resolution calling the election in a
	newspaper of general circulation in the district. The notice must
	be published once each week for two consecutive weeks. The first
	publication must be not later than the 14th day before the date of
	the election.
	(d) The district may issue bonds not payable wholly or
	partly from ad valorem taxes without an election. (Acts 64th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 36, Secs. 17(a) (part), (b).)
	Sec. 11003.255. BONDS SECURED BY REVENUE; ADDITIONAL BONDS.
	(a) District bonds issued may be secured by a pledge of all or part
	of the district's revenue, or by all or part of the revenue of one or
	more contracts previously or subsequently made or other revenue or
	income specified by board resolution or a trust indenture securing
	the bonds. The pledge may reserve the right, under conditions
	specified by the pledge, to issue additional bonds that will be on a
	parity with or subordinate to the bonds then being issued.
	(b) The district may issue bonds secured by both taxes and
	revenue of the district described by Subsection (a). (Acts 64th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Secs. 14(d), (e) (part).)
	Sec. 11003.256. BONDS PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM TAXES.
	(a) If bonds are issued payable wholly or partly from ad valorem
	taxes, the board shall annually impose a tax on the taxable property
	in the district in an amount sufficient to pay the principal of and
	interest on the bonds when due.
	(b) The district may adopt the rate of a tax imposed under
	Subsection (a) for any year after giving consideration to the money
	received from the pledged revenue that may be available for payment
	of principal and interest, to the extent and in the manner permitted
	by the resolution authorizing the issuance of the bonds. (Acts 64th
	Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Secs. 14(e) (part), 23(b) (part).)
	Sec. 11003.257. ADDITIONAL SECURITY. (a) District bonds,
	including refunding bonds, that are not payable wholly from ad
	valorem taxes may be additionally secured, at the discretion of the
	board, by a deed of trust or mortgage lien on physical property of
	the district and all franchises, easements, water rights, and
	appropriation permits, leases, and contracts and all rights
	appurtenant to the property, vesting in the trustee power to:
	(1) sell the property for the payment of the debt;
	(2) operate the property; and
	(3) take other action to further secure the bonds.
	(b) A purchaser under a sale under the deed of trust lien, if
	one is given:
	(1) is the absolute owner of property, facilities, and
	rights purchased; and
	(2) is entitled to maintain and operate the property,
	facilities, and rights. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 16
	(part).)
	Sec. 11003.258. TRUST INDENTURE. (a) District bonds,
	including refunding bonds, that are not payable wholly from ad
	valorem taxes may be additionally secured by a trust indenture. The
	trustee may be a bank with trust powers located inside or outside
	the state.
	(b) A trust indenture, regardless of the existence of a deed
	of trust or mortgage lien on property, may:
	(1) provide for the security of the bonds and the
	preservation of the trust estate as prescribed by the board;
	(2) provide for amendment or modification of the trust
	indenture;
	(3) provide for the issuance of bonds to replace lost
	or mutilated bonds;
	(4) condition the right to spend district money or
	sell district property on the approval of a licensed engineer
	selected as provided by the trust indenture; and
	(5) provide for the investment of district money.
	(Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 16 (part).)
	Sec. 11003.259. CHARGES FOR DISTRICT SERVICES. (a) If
	district bonds payable wholly from revenue are issued, the board
	shall set and revise the rates of compensation for water sold and
	services provided by the district. The rates must be sufficient to:
	(1) pay the expense of operating and maintaining
	district facilities;
	(2) pay the principal of and interest on the bonds when
	due; and
	(3) maintain the reserve fund and other funds as
	provided in the resolution authorizing the bonds.
	(b) If bonds payable partly from revenue are issued, the
	board shall set and revise the rate of compensation for water sold
	and any other services provided by the district. The rate must be
	sufficient to ensure compliance with the resolution authorizing the
	bonds or the trust indenture securing the bonds. (Acts 64th Leg.,
	R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 14(f).)
	Sec. 11003.260. USE OF BOND PROCEEDS. (a) The district
	may set aside an amount of proceeds from the sale of district bonds
	for:
	(1) the payment of interest expected to accrue during
	construction not to exceed three years;
	(2) a reserve interest and sinking fund; and
	(3) other funds as may be provided in the resolution
	authorizing the bonds or in the trust indenture.
	(b) The district may use proceeds from the sale of the bonds
	to pay any expense necessarily incurred in accomplishing the
	purpose of the district, including any expense of issuing and
	selling the bonds. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 14(g).)
	Sec. 11003.261. APPOINTMENT OF RECEIVER. (a) On default
	or threatened default in the payment of the principal of or interest
	on district bonds that are payable wholly or partly from revenue, a
	court may, on petition of the holders of outstanding bonds, appoint
	a receiver for the district.
	(b) The receiver may collect and receive all district
	income, except taxes, employ and discharge district agents and
	employees, take charge of money on hand, except money received from
	taxes, unless commingled, and manage the proprietary affairs of the
	district without consent or hindrance by the board.
	(c) The receiver may be authorized to sell or contract for
	the sale of water or to renew those contracts with the approval of
	the court that appointed the receiver.
	(d) The court may vest the receiver with any other power or
	duty the court finds necessary to protect the bondholders. (Acts
	64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 14(h) (part).)
	Sec. 11003.262. REFUNDING BONDS. (a) The district may
	issue refunding bonds to refund outstanding district bonds and
	interest on those bonds.
	(b) Refunding bonds may:
	(1) be issued to refund bonds of more than one series;
	(2) combine the pledges for the outstanding bonds for
	the security of the refunding bonds; or
	(3) be secured by a pledge of other or additional
	revenue or mortgage liens.
	(c) The provisions of this subchapter regarding the
	issuance of other bonds, their security, and the remedies of the
	holders apply to refunding bonds.
	(d) The comptroller shall register the refunding bonds on
	surrender and cancellation of the bonds to be refunded.
	(e) Instead of issuing bonds to be registered on the
	surrender and cancellation of the bonds to be refunded, the
	district, in the resolution authorizing the issuance of the
	refunding bonds, may provide for the sale of the refunding bonds and
	the deposit of the proceeds in a bank at which the bonds to be
	refunded are payable. In that case, the refunding bonds may be
	issued in an amount sufficient to pay the principal of and interest
	and any required redemption premium on the bonds to be refunded to
	any redemption date or to their maturity date, and the comptroller
	shall register the refunding bonds without the surrender and
	cancellation of the bonds to be refunded.
	(f) An election is not required to authorize the issuance of
	refunding bonds.
	(g) The district may also issue refunding bonds under any
	other applicable law. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 15.)
	Sec. 11003.263. LIMITATION ON RIGHTS OF BONDHOLDERS. The
	resolution authorizing the bonds or the trust indenture securing
	the bonds may limit or qualify the rights of the holders of less
	than all of the outstanding bonds payable from the same source to
	institute or prosecute litigation affecting the district's
	property or income. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 14(h)
	(part).)
	Sec. 11003.264. BONDS EXEMPT FROM TAXATION. A district
	bond, the transfer of the bond, and the income from the bond,
	including profits made on the sale of the bond, are exempt from
	taxation in this state. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 22
	(part).)
	Sec. 11003.265. DETACHMENT OF DISTRICT TERRITORY AFTER
	ISSUANCE OF BONDS. Territory may not be detached from the district
	after the issuance of bonds payable from revenue or taxes, or both
	revenue and taxes. (Acts 64th Leg., R.S., Ch. 36, Sec. 17(a)
	(part).)
	ARTICLE 2. CONFORMING AMENDMENTS
	SECTION 2.01. Section 1, Chapter 317, Acts of the 59th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1965, is amended to read as follows:
	Sec. 1. [~~Pursuant to the provisions of Section 9 of Article~~
	~~IX of the Constitution of the State of Texas, this Act shall be~~
	~~operative so as to authorize the creation, establishment,~~
	~~maintenance and operation of a Hospital District within the State~~
	~~of Texas, to be known as~~] Yoakum Hospital District, situated in the
	Counties of DeWitt, Lavaca and Gonzales, Texas, and the boundaries
	of said District shall be coextensive with the boundaries of the
	three school districts, hereinafter named as constituted on January
	1, 1965, lying adjacent and forming one body of land, situated
	partly in the Counties of DeWitt, Lavaca and Gonzales, Texas, to
	wit:
	HOPE COMMON SCHOOL DISTRICT No. 58, lying wholly in Lavaca
	County, Texas, SWEET HOME COMMON SCHOOL DISTRICT No. 41, lying
	wholly in Lavaca County, Texas, and YOAKUM INDEPENDENT SCHOOL
	DISTRICT, lying partly within the Counties of DeWitt, Lavaca and
	Gonzales, Texas, except as that certain area excluded therefrom
	situated in said Yoakum Independent School District, in DeWitt
	County, Texas, lying near the City of Cuero and adjacent to the
	present Cuero Independent School District, and better described as
	being all of the William Norwall (W. L. Norwall) Survey A-371; all
	of the S. B. Mixon Survey A-341; all of the Joshua Threadgill Survey
	A-454; and all of the William S. Townsend Survey A-457.
	[~~The District shall have the powers and responsibilities~~
	~~provided by the aforesaid Constitutional provision and as~~
	~~hereinafter prescribed.~~]
	SECTION 2.02. Section 2, Chapter 18, Acts of the 55th
	Legislature, 1st Called Session, 1957, is amended to read as
	follows:
	Sec. 2. [~~It is expressly determined and found that all of~~
	~~the land and other property included within the area and boundaries~~
	~~of the District (Bell County Water Control and Improvement District~~
	~~No. 6) will be benefited by the works and projects which are to be~~
	~~accomplished by the District pursuant to the powers conferred by~~
	~~the provisions of Article XVI, Section 59, of the Constitution of~~
	~~Texas, and that said District was and is created to serve a public~~
	~~use and benefit.~~] The area of the District shall be all of that
	territory enclosed within the following metes and bounds
	description, to-wit:
	BEGINNING at intersection of right bank of Leon River with
	center line of Belton-Shallow Ford Road.
	THENCE westerly with said road, 6800 feet, more or less, to
	east line of M. F. Connell Survey, Abstract #6.
	THENCE N. 19° E., 925 feet, more or less, with said survey to
	point that would intersect East 6th Street, Belton, Texas.
	THENCE westerly with said 6th Street to Santa Fe Railroad
	Belton Spur.
	THENCE northerly with said Spur to Santa Fe Railroad Main
	Line Right-of-Way.
	THENCE westerly with said Santa Fe Right-of-Way to road going
	north to Belton Dam Site.
	THENCE northerly 800 feet, more or less, with Belton Dam Site
	Road to north line of Lewis Walker Survey, Abstract #860.
	THENCE N. 71° W., 12,000 feet, more or less, with north line
	of Walker Survey, to its northwest corner.
	THENCE S. 19° W., 150 feet, more or less, to Belton-Sparta
	Road.
	THENCE northwesterly 4500 feet, more or less, with said
	Belton-Sparta Road to east line of A. C. Barrington Tract.
	THENCE northerly 2300 feet, more or less, with east line of
	Barrington Tract to its northeast corner, in north line of Wm.
	Norvell Survey, Abstract #627.
	THENCE N. 71° W. to the northwest corner of Norvell Survey and
	the northeast corner of Wiley Jones Survey, Abstract #475.
	THENCE S. 19° W. with Fort Hood Reservation and the east line
	of Jones Survey 7400 feet, more or less, to corner of said
	Reservation.
	THENCE westerly 16,000 feet, more or less, with said
	Reservation south line, to the most northerly northwest corner of
	C. O. Kaiser Tract.
	THENCE southerly 860 feet, more or less, with said
	Reservation Line to an ell corner of Kaiser Tract.
	THENCE N. 71° W., 7800 feet, more or less, to a point in the
	east line of Wm. Brown Survey, Abstract #87.
	THENCE S. 19° W. to the southeast corner of said Brown Survey.
	THENCE N. 71° W. to the southwest corner of said Brown Survey,
	in the east line of G. W. Cartwright Survey.
	THENCE southerly 3880 feet, more or less, with Reservation
	Line and east line of said Cartwright Survey to the northeast corner
	of T. J. Cox Tract.
	THENCE N. 71° W., 1850 feet, more or less, with Reservation
	and Cox Line to northwest corner of Cox's Tract in the east line of
	Grady Bagby Tract.
	THENCE N. 19° E., 1100 feet, more or less, with Bagby's east
	line and Reservation Line, to the northeast corner of Bagby Tract.
	THENCE westerly 5800 feet, more or less, with Reservation
	Line and north line of Bagby and T. L. Bishop Tracts, a corner in
	east line of Perry Hicks Tract.
	THENCE northerly 1450 feet, more or less, to Hicks northeast
	corner and corner of Reservation.
	THENCE N. 71° W., 3100 feet, more or less, to point in public
	road for corner of this.
	THENCE northwesterly 8000 feet, more or less, with said road
	and Reservation Line to northwest corner of W. S. Whitmire Tract and
	corner of this.
	THENCE N. 71° W., 3500 feet, more or less, with Reservation
	Line to northwest corner of E. R. Hilliard Tract.
	THENCE S. 19° W., 850 feet, more or less, to northeast corner
	of W. T. Dugger Tract.
	THENCE N. 71° W., 1320 feet, more or less, with Reservation
	Line and north line of Dugger to Dugger's northwest corner in west
	line of A. Dickson Survey, Abstract #265.
	THENCE S. 19° W., 4600 feet, more or less, with Reservation
	Line to corner thereof.
	THENCE westerly 9100 feet, more or less, with Reservation
	Line to northwest corner of Fairway Park Addition, Killeen, Texas,
	and corner of Reservation.
	THENCE S. 19° W., 1300 feet, more or less, to corner of
	Fairway Park Addition, S. 71° E., 100 feet, more or less to ell
	corner of Fairway Park Addition, and S. 19° W., 1200 feet, more or
	less, to the north line of A. Thompson Survey, Abstract #813.
	THENCE N. 71° W. to northwest corner of A. Thompson Survey.
	THENCE S. 19° W., 5800 feet, more or less, with Reservation
	Line to ell corner of Wendland Tract.
	THENCE N. 71° W., 800 feet, more or less, and S. 19° W., 1500
	feet, more or less, to point in east line of Thomas Robinett Survey,
	Abstract #686, northeast corner of Mrs. Joe Harris Tract for corner
	of this and of Reservation.
	THENCE N. 71° W., 8000 feet, more or less, with Reservation
	Line, the northwest corner of L. A. Williams Tract.
	THENCE southwesterly 3400 feet, more or less, with
	Reservation Line to a point in north line of Oscar Rose Tract.
	THENCE N. 71° W., 5700 feet, more or less, to west line of said
	Robinett Survey and the northwest corner of H. Shorn 251 acre tract.
	THENCE S. 19° W., 13,900 feet, more or less, to southwest
	corner of Theron Shepard Tract in west line of J. E. Madera Survey,
	Abstract #600.
	THENCE S. 71° E., 1800 feet, more or less, to most southerly
	southeast corner of said Shepard Tract in west line of C. V.
	Bouchelle Tract.
	THENCE N. 19° E., 600 feet, more or less, to the most
	northerly northwest corner of the Bouchelle Tract.
	THENCE S. 71° E., 1600 feet, more or less, to northeast corner
	of Bouchelle Tract in west line of A. J. Henderson Tract.
	THENCE N. 19° E., 1700 feet, more or less, to the most
	northerly northwest corner of Henderson Tract, S. 71° E., 600 feet,
	more or less, to an ell corner of Henderson Tract, and N. 19° E.,
	2300 feet, more or less, to the northwest corner of said Henderson
	Tract in south line of Robinett Survey.
	THENCE S. 71° E., 12,000 feet, more or less, with south line
	of Robinett Survey and projecting said line to west line of Azra
	Webb Survey, Abstract #857, for a corner of this.
	THENCE S. 19° W., 7000 feet, more or less, with west line of
	said Webb Survey and road to southwest corner of said Webb Survey.
	THENCE S. 71° E., 6000 feet, more or less, to southeast corner
	of said Webb Survey, a road intersection for corner of this.
	THENCE easterly with public road, at 5400 feet, more or less,
	the southwest corner of Sarah Llewelyn 100 acre tract.
	THENCE northerly 1300 feet, more or less, to the northwest
	corner of said 100 acre tract, and easterly 2000 feet, more or less,
	to northeast corner of said 100 acre tract in west line of Llewelyn
	300 acre tract.
	THENCE N. 19° E., 1800 feet, more or less, with west line of
	said 300 acre tract, 2500 feet, more or less, from the northwest
	corner thereof.
	THENCE N. 71° E., 5600 feet, more or less, to point in east
	line of Robert Cunningham Survey, Abstract #199, and west line of
	Robert Cunningham Survey, Abstract #198, and southwest corner of L.
	M. Parmer 100 acre tract.
	THENCE N. 19° W., 2000 feet, more or less, to southwest corner
	of E. L. Sprott Tract.
	THENCE N. 71° E., 2000 feet, more or less, with south line of
	Sprott Tract to southeast corner of Sprott Tract.
	THENCE N. 19° W., 1650 feet, more or less, to northwest corner
	of R. L. Bigham Tract in north line of said Cunningham Survey,
	Abstract #198.
	THENCE N. 71° E., 2800 feet, more or less, with north line of
	Bigham Tract and north line of Cunningham Survey to point in
	Killeen-Salado Road.
	THENCE easterly 3300 feet, more or less, with said road to
	southwest corner of J. A. Cox Survey, Abstract #189.
	THENCE S. 71° E., 5000 feet, more or less, with south line of
	said Cox Survey and south line of J. J. Tomlinson Survey, Abstract
	#831, the southeast corner of said Tomlinson Survey in west line of
	Martha Smith Survey, Abstract #750, for corner of this.
	THENCE N. 19° E., 660 feet, more or less, with said Smith's
	west line to northwest corner of Norris Tract.
	THENCE S. 71° E., 4300 feet, more or less, to east line of said
	Smith Survey and west line of Albert Gallatin Survey, Abstract
	#363.
	THENCE S. 19° W., 2300 feet, more or less, to southwest corner
	of said Gallatin Survey.
	THENCE S. 71° E., 5280 feet, more or less, to southeast corner
	of said Gallatin Survey in west line of Eliz Dawson Survey, Abstract
	#258.
	THENCE S. 19° W., 1300 feet, more or less, to most westerly
	southwest corner of said Dawson Survey.
	THENCE S. 71° E., 4400 feet, more or less, to point in east
	line of said Dawson Survey, and west line of Uriah Hunt Survey,
	Abstract #401, said point being in road and in west line of M. D.
	Boydston Tract.
	THENCE S. 19° W., 500 feet, more or less, to southwest corner
	of Boydston Tract at road intersection.
	THENCE easterly 5000 feet, more or less, with said road to
	northwest corner of Vernon Ellis Tract, in east line of said Hunt
	Survey.
	THENCE S. 19° W., 1600 feet, more or less, with Hunt east line
	to northwest corner of the J. M. Lane Survey, Abstract #531.
	THENCE S. 71° E. to most northerly northeast corner of said
	Lane Survey.
	THENCE S. 19° W. to ell corner of said Lane Survey.
	THENCE S. 71° E. to most easterly northeast corner of said
	Lane Survey.
	THENCE S. 19° W. to southeast corner of said Lane Survey and
	most southerly corner of P. G. Rucker Survey, Abstract #1119, in
	north line of T. J. Nabors Survey, Abstract #631.
	THENCE N. 71° E. to northeast corner of said Nabors Survey.
	THENCE S. 19° E. to west line of Bill Wendland Tract.
	THENCE N. 19° E., 1600 feet, more or less, with Wendland west
	line to south line of John Hughes Survey, Abstract #379.
	THENCE N. 71° W., 1000 feet, more or less, to southwest corner
	of said Hughes Survey.
	THENCE N. 19° E. with said west line to Belton-Keyes Valley
	Road.
	THENCE easterly 12,000 feet, more or less, with said road to
	its intersection with Highway #190, at Fred Hills.
	THENCE easterly with said Highway #190, to west line of John
	Lewis Survey, Abstract #512, at W. T. Mills northwest corner.
	THENCE S. 19° W., 1200 feet, more or less, to Mills southwest
	corner.
	THENCE S. 71° E., 4600 feet, more or less, with south lines of
	Mills, Mrs. J. C. Varnell and Mrs. Katie Peeler Tracts to point in
	public road, southeast corner Peeler Tract for corner of this.
	THENCE S. 19° W. with said road, 1200 feet, more or less, to
	southwest corner of H. C. Farrell Tract.
	THENCE easterly 7200 feet, more or less, with road to
	southeast corner of F. R. Stegall Tract, in the west line of J. S.
	Huey Tract, in the east line of the J. Townsend Survey, Abstract
	#818.
	THENCE S. 19° W., 1300 feet, more or less, to J. Townsend
	southeast corner in west line of J. P. Wallace Survey, Abstract
	#906.
	THENCE S. 71° E., 17,500 feet, more or less, to east line of O.
	T. Tyler Survey, Abstract #20.
	THENCE N. 19° E., 4000 feet, more or less, to northeast corner
	of Tyler Survey on right bank of Leon River.
	THENCE up said Leon River to the place of beginning.
	[~~It is determined and found by the Legislature that the~~
	~~boundaries and field notes of said District form a closure, and if~~
	~~any mistake is made in copying the field notes in the legislative~~
	~~process, or otherwise a mistake is made in the field notes, it shall~~
	~~in no way or manner affect the organization, existence and validity~~
	~~of said District, and the right of said District to issue bonds or~~
	~~refunding bonds, or to pay the principal and/or interest thereon,~~
	~~and the right to assess, levy and collect taxes, or in any manner~~
	~~affect the legality or operation of said District or its governing~~
	~~body.~~]
	SECTION 2.03. Section 1, Chapter 286, Acts of the 54th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1955, is amended to read as follows:
	Sec. 1. [~~Under and pursuant to the provisions of Article 16,~~
	~~Section 59, of the Constitution, a conservation and reclamation~~
	~~district is hereby created and incorporated in Wharton County,~~
	~~Texas, to be known as "Boling Municipal Water District,"~~
	~~hereinafter sometimes referred to as the "District".~~] The
	boundaries of the district [~~thereof~~] shall be as follows:
	All the following tract of land comprising approximately 569
	acres or 0.89 (89/100ths) of a square mile and being in the Stephen
	F. Austin League, Abstract No. 2, Wharton County, Texas:
	Beginning at the Northwest Corner of the Lalla Rookh
	Plantation;
	Thence easterly along the north boundary line of the Lalla
	Rookh Plantation a distance of 3,127 feet to a corner;
	Thence along a line bearing south 31 degrees 0 minutes west, a
	distance of approximately 2,225 feet to an intersection with the
	northeast corner of Block 34 of the Oil City Addition;
	Thence along a line bearing south 41 degrees 45 minutes west,
	a distance of approximately 3,040 feet to a point on the north
	boundary line of the William Owens Estate Partition in the Lalla
	Rookh Plantation;
	Thence along a line bearing north 59 degrees 9 minutes west, a
	distance of approximately 4,200 feet to a point on the west boundary
	line of the May and Martin Subdivision;
	Thence northerly along the west boundary line of the May and
	Martin Subdivision, a distance of approximately 2,165 feet to a
	point on the south boundary line of the Duncan Addition, Boling,
	Texas;
	Thence westerly along the south boundary line of the Duncan
	Addition, Boling, Texas, a distance of 91.2 feet to the southwest
	corner of the Duncan Addition, Boling, Texas;
	Thence along a line bearing north 42 degrees 0 minutes east, a
	distance of approximately 4,680 feet to a point on the south
	boundary line of the R. E. Vineyard Subdivision;
	Thence easterly along the south boundary line of the R. E.
	Vineyard Subdivision, a distance of approximately 785 feet to the
	west boundary line of the Bear Camp Plantation;
	Thence southerly along the west boundary line of the Bear
	Camp Plantation a distance of approximately 1,585 feet to the
	northwest corner of the Lalla Rookh Plantation, the point of
	beginning.
	SECTION 2.04. Section 2, Chapter 17, Acts of the 56th
	Legislature, 1st Called Session, 1959, is amended to read as
	follows:
	Sec. 2. [~~Territory to Be Included in District. It is~~
	~~expressly determined and found that all of the territory included~~
	~~within the area of the District will be benefited by the works and~~
	~~projects which are to be accomplished by the District pursuant to~~
	~~the powers conferred by the provisions of Article XVI, Section 59 of~~
	~~the Constitution of Texas.~~] The area of the District shall be all of
	that territory enclosed within the following metes and bounds
	description, to wit:
	BEGINNING at the NW corner of H & TC Ry Co. Sur. 341, Block
	1-A, for the NW Cor. of this District;
	THENCE east along the north boundary lines of Secs. 341, 340
	and 339, to the northwest cor. of Sec. 338, H & TC Ry Co. Sur., Block
	1-A, same being the northeast cor. of Sec. 339, same Sur.;
	THENCE north with the east boundary line of Sec. 334, same
	Sur., and the west boundary line of Sec. 335 of said Sur. to the
	northwest cor. of said Sec. 335, for cor.;
	THENCE east with the north boundary line of Secs. 335 and 336
	of said H & TC Ry Co. Sur., to the northeast cor. of said Sec. 336,
	for cor. in the west line of R. E. Douglas Sur. #8;
	THENCE north with the west line of said Douglas Sur. to the
	southwest cor. of Joe Lindley Sur. #1, for cor.;
	THENCE east with south line of said Joe Lindley Sur. to its
	northeast cor. in the west line of W. H. Donaghe Sur. #9;
	THENCE south, then east, then south, with said boundary line
	of said Donaghe Sur. #9 to the south line of Alfred Dorsey Sur.
	#474, same being the most southwesterly cor. of said W. H. Donaghe
	Sur. #9;
	THENCE northeast with the line of said Alfred Dorsey Sur.
	#474 to the northeast cor. thereof;
	THENCE southeast with the line of said Alfred Dorsey Sur. to
	the southeast cor. thereof, same being the northeast cor. of J. A.
	Monteith Sur. #1;
	THENCE southwest with the line of said Alfred Dorsey Sur. to
	the northwest cor. of the M. C. Allen Sur. #1;
	THENCE south with the west line of said M. C. Allen Sur. #1 to
	the southwest cor. thereof; same being the northwest cor. of H & TC
	Ry Sec. 347, Block 1-A;
	THENCE east along the lines of said Sec. 347 and J. N. Lindley
	Sur. #2, to the northeast cor. of said J. N. Lindley Sur. #2 for cor.
	in the west boundary line of the Pedro Martinez Sur. #299;
	THENCE southeast with the line of said Martinez Sur. to the
	northwest boundary line of J. M. Lindley Sur. #26, the southwest
	cor. of said Pedro Martinez Sur.;
	THENCE west with the north boundary line of said J. M. Lindley
	Sur. #26, to the northeast cor. of J. M. Lindley Sur. #25, and the
	northwest cor. of said J. M. Lindley Sur. #26;
	THENCE southeast with the westerly lines of the J. M. Lindley
	Sur. #26, and the S. K. White Sur. #30, to the southwest cor. of said
	S. K. White Sur. in the northeast line of S. K. White Sur. #32;
	THENCE northeast with the line of said S. K. White Sur. #30,
	and the north line of L. N. Taylor Sur. #6, to the west boundary line
	of Runnels County;
	THENCE south along the lines of Coke and Runnels Counties,
	crossing L. N. Taylor Surs. 6, 5, 4, and 2 to the point where the
	south line of said L. N. Taylor Sur. #2 intersects the west boundary
	line of Runnels County for cor.;
	THENCE west with the south boundary line of said L. N. Taylor
	Sur. #2 and the north boundary line of the H. A. Thomson Sur. #3, to
	the northwest cor. of the east 1/2 of said H. A. Thomson Sur.;
	THENCE south with the west line of the east 1/2 of said H. A.
	Thomson Sur. to the southwest cor. of said east 1/2 of said H. A.
	Thomson Sur.;
	THENCE west with the south line of the west 1/2 of said H. A.
	Thomson Sur. and the south line of B. B. B. & C. RR. Co. Sur. to the
	southwest cor. of said H. A. Thomson Sur., the northwest cor. of
	said R. R. Co. Sur. and being in the east boundary line of L. N.
	Taylor Sur. #1;
	THENCE south with the east boundary line of said L. N. Taylor
	Sur. #1 and the west line of said RR. Co. Sur., and with the west
	boundary line of Benjamin B. Carr Sur., and the west boundary line
	of I & G. N. Ry. Co. Sur., and the east boundary line of S. F. 8339 to
	a point in said lines lying due east from the northeast cor. of J. W.
	Jackson Sur. #2 for cor.;
	THENCE west pass the northeast cor. of said Jackson Sur., and
	along the north boundary line of same and the south boundary line of
	M. M. McCutchen Sur. #3, to the northeast cor. of J. N. Sterling
	Sur. #9, for cor.;
	THENCE south with the west boundary line of said Jackson Sur.
	to the southwest cor. thereof in the northeast boundary line of Wm.
	L. Coulson Sur. #326;
	THENCE northwest with the line of said Wm. L. Coulson Sur.
	326, to the northwest cor. thereof;
	THENCE southwest along the west boundary line of said Coulson
	Sur., and the east boundary line of J. P. Moore Sur. #327, to the
	southwest cor. of said Coulson Sur. and the southeast cor. of said
	Moore Sur. on the bank of the Colorado River;
	THENCE up said River with its meanders along the south
	boundary lines of said J. P. Moore Sur. 327 and J. P. Moore Sur. #328
	and the Nicholas Eastland Sur. #29, to the east boundary line of the
	KCM&O Railroad Right of Way;
	THENCE north with the east boundary line of said Right of Way
	to the north boundary line of Nicholas Eastland Sur. 330;
	THENCE west with the north boundary line of said Eastland
	Sur. #330, crossing said Railroad to the northwest cor. of said
	Eastland Sur. 330;
	THENCE south with the east line of Nicholas Eastland Sur.
	#331, and the west line of said Eastland Sur. 330 to the southeast
	cor. of said Eastland Sur. #331, and the southwest cor. of said
	Eastland Sur. #330, on the north bank of the Colorado River;
	THENCE west along the north bank of said River and the south
	lines of said Eastland Sur. #331, and the C&M R. R. Co. Sur. to the
	southwest cor. thereof on the north bank of the Colorado River;
	THENCE northeast along the east boundary line of the Lee J.
	Good Sur. #6, to the south boundary line of H & T.C. Ry Co. Sec. 453,
	for cor.;
	THENCE west with the south boundary line of said Sec. 453, to
	the southwest cor. thereof;
	THENCE north with the west lines of said Sec. 453 and Sec.
	#450, same Sur. to the southeast cor. of Sec. 432, same Sur., being
	the northeast cor. of Sec. 449, same Sur., and the northwest cor. of
	Sec. 450, same Sur.;
	THENCE west with the south line of Sec. 432, same Sur., and
	the north line of Sec. 449, same Sur. to the southwest cor. of said
	Sec. 432;
	THENCE north with the west line of said Sec. 432 to the
	northwest Cor. thereof and the southeast cor. of Sec. 422, same
	Sur.;
	THENCE west with the south line of said Sec. 422, to the
	southwest cor. thereof, same being the northeast cor. of Sec. #434,
	same Sur.;
	THENCE north along the west lines of Secs. 422 and 399, same
	Sur., to the southeast cor. of Sec. 387, same Sur.;
	THENCE west with the north boundary line of Sec. 400, same
	Sur., to the southwest cor. of Sec. 387, same being the northeast
	cor. of Sec. 401, H&TC Ry. Co., Block 1-A, same Sur.;
	THENCE north with the west line of said Sec. 387, to the
	northwest cor. thereof, being the northeast cor. of Sec. 386, same
	Sur.;
	THENCE west with the north boundary line of said Sec. 386 and
	the south boundary line of Sec. 369, same Sur., to the southwest
	cor. of said Sec. 369, the northeast cor. of Sec. 385, H&TC RR. Co.
	Sur., Block 1-A: "Same Sur.";
	THENCE north, along the west lines of Secs. 369, 354 and 341,
	same being the east lines of Secs. 370, 355 and 342, same Sur., H&TC
	RR. Co., Block 1-A, to the northwest cor. of said Sec. 341; the
	place of beginning.
	ARTICLE 3. REPEALERS
	SECTION 3.01. The following statutes are repealed:
	(1) Chapter 108, Acts of the 59th Legislature, Regular
	Session, 1965;
	(2) Sections 2 and 3, Chapter 563, Acts of the 63rd
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1973;
	(3) Chapter 118, Acts of the 63rd Legislature, Regular
	Session, 1973;
	(4) Chapter 182, Acts of the 60th Legislature, Regular
	Session, 1967;
	(5) Chapter 638, Acts of the 61st Legislature, Regular
	Session, 1969;
	(6) Sections 7(b), (c), and (d), Chapter 716, Acts of
	the 72nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1991;
	(7) Chapter 298, Acts of the 58th Legislature, Regular
	Session, 1963;
	(8) Sections 2 and 3, Chapter 165, Acts of the 63rd
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1973;
	(9) Section 2, Chapter 1116, Acts of the 71st
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1989;
	(10) Chapter 110, Acts of the 58th Legislature,
	Regular Session, 1963;
	(11) Chapter 658, Acts of the 64th Legislature,
	Regular Session, 1975;
	(12) Section 2, Chapter 70, Acts of the 72nd
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1991;
	(13) Chapter 315, Acts of the 58th Legislature,
	Regular Session, 1963;
	(14) Chapter 6, Acts of the 59th Legislature, Regular
	Session, 1965;
	(15) Chapter 323, Acts of the 62nd Legislature,
	Regular Session, 1971;
	(16) Sections 7 and 8, Chapter 1117, Acts of the 70th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1987;
	(17) Chapter 511, Acts of the 65th Legislature,
	Regular Session, 1977;
	(18) Section 2, Chapter 535, Acts of the 66th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1979;
	(19) Section 2, Chapter 18, Acts of the 67th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1981;
	(20) Chapter 293, Acts of the 60th Legislature,
	Regular Session, 1967; and
	(21) Sections 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13,
	14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, and 21, Chapter 317, Acts of the 59th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1965.
	SECTION 3.02. The following statutes are repealed:
	(1) Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14,
	15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, and 26, Chapter 135, Acts
	of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
	(2) Chapter 1073, Acts of the 68th Legislature,
	Regular Session, 1983;
	(3) Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, and
	14, Chapter 882, Acts of the 78th Legislature, Regular Session,
	2003;
	(4) Sections 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, and 13,
	Chapter 1382, Acts of the 77th Legislature, Regular Session, 2001;
	(5) Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 696, Acts
	of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
	(6) Sections 1, 2, 3, 4(b), 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter
	947, Acts of the 69th Legislature, Regular Session, 1985;
	(7) Sections 1, 2, 3, 4(b), 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter
	764, Acts of the 69th Legislature, Regular Session, 1985;
	(8) Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 687, Acts
	of the 65th Legislature, Regular Session, 1977;
	(9) Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 625, Acts
	of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
	(10) Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 247,
	Acts of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
	(11) Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 650,
	Acts of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
	(12) Sections 1.01, 1.02, 1.04, 1.05, 1.06, 1.07,
	1.08, 1.09, 1.10, 1.11, 1.12, and 1.13, Chapter 791, Acts of the
	74th Legislature, Regular Session, 1995;
	(13) Sections 2.01, 2.02, 2.04, 2.05, 2.06, 2.07,
	2.08, 2.09, 2.10, 2.11, 2.12, and 2.13, Chapter 791, Acts of the
	74th Legislature, Regular Session, 1995;
	(14) Sections 3.01, 3.02, 3.04, 3.05, 3.06, 3.07,
	3.08, 3.09, 3.10, 3.11, 3.12, and 3.13, Chapter 791, Acts of the
	74th Legislature, Regular Session, 1995;
	(15) Sections 4.01, 4.02, 4.04, 4.05, 4.06, 4.07,
	4.08, 4.09, 4.10, 4.11, 4.12, and 4.13, Chapter 791, Acts of the
	74th Legislature, Regular Session, 1995;
	(16) Sections 5.01, 5.02, 5.04, 5.05, 5.06, 5.07,
	5.08, 5.09, 5.10, 5.11, 5.12, and 5.13, Chapter 791, Acts of the
	74th Legislature, Regular Session, 1995;
	(17) Sections 6.01, 6.02, 6.04, 6.05, 6.06, 6.07,
	6.08, 6.09, 6.10, 6.11, 6.12, and 6.13, Chapter 791, Acts of the
	74th Legislature, Regular Session, 1995;
	(18) Sections 7.01, 7.02, 7.04, 7.05, 7.06, 7.07,
	7.08, 7.09, 7.10, 7.11, 7.12, and 7.13, Chapter 791, Acts of the
	74th Legislature, Regular Session, 1995;
	(19) Section 8.01, Chapter 791, Acts of the 74th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1995;
	(20) Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 662,
	Acts of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
	(21) Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 689,
	Acts of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
	(22) Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 668,
	Acts of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
	(23) Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 669,
	Acts of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
	(24) Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 630,
	Acts of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
	(25) Sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8, Chapter 682,
	Acts of the 62nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1971;
	(26) Sections 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12,
	Chapter 865, Acts of the 69th Legislature, Regular Session, 1985;
	(27) Chapter 63, Acts of the 43rd Legislature, 1st
	Called Session, 1933;
	(28) Section 2, Chapter 873, Acts of the 71st
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1989;
	(29) Sections 4 and 5, Chapter 1263, Acts of the 75th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1997;
	(30) Sections 2, 3, 4, and 5, Chapter 115, Acts of the
	82nd Legislature, Regular Session, 2011;
	(31) Chapter 338, General Laws, Acts of the 44th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1935;
	(32) Section 14, Article 4, Chapter 484, Acts of the
	68th Legislature, Regular Session, 1983;
	(33) Sections 3, 4, and 5, Chapter 493, Acts of the
	81st Legislature, Regular Session, 2009;
	(34) Chapter 1330, Acts of the 77th Legislature,
	Regular Session, 2001;
	(35) Sections 1, 2, 3, 4(f), 5, 6, 7, 8, 9A, 10, 11, 12,
	13, and 14, Chapter 1152, Acts of the 78th Legislature, Regular
	Session, 2003;
	(36) Chapter 1162, Acts of the 78th Legislature,
	Regular Session, 2003;
	(37) Section 4, Chapter 893, Acts of the 81st
	Legislature, Regular Session, 2009;
	(38) Part 7, Article 3, Chapter 966, Acts of the 77th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 2001;
	(39) Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 6A, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13,
	and 14, Chapter 180, Acts of the 72nd Legislature, Regular Session,
	1991;
	(40) Chapter 1362, Acts of the 77th Legislature,
	Regular Session, 2001;
	(41) Section 8, Chapter 521, Acts of the 81st
	Legislature, Regular Session, 2009;
	(42) Sections 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11,
	Chapter 1387, Acts of the 77th Legislature, Regular Session, 2001;
	(43) Chapter 1343, Acts of the 77th Legislature,
	Regular Session, 2001;
	(44) Part 14, Article 3, Chapter 966, Acts of the 77th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 2001;
	(45) Article 3, Chapter 1307, Acts of the 77th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 2001;
	(46) Part 15, Article 3, Chapter 966, Acts of the 77th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 2001;
	(47) Article 4, Chapter 1307, Acts of the 77th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 2001;
	(48) Chapter 1028, Acts of the 73rd Legislature,
	Regular Session, 1993;
	(49) Section 7, Chapter 38, Acts of the 77th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 2001;
	(50) Chapter 384, Acts of the 78th Legislature,
	Regular Session, 2003;
	(51) Chapter 1473, Acts of the 77th Legislature,
	Regular Session, 2001;
	(52) Section 3, Chapter 858, Acts of the 79th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 2005;
	(53) Section 3, Chapter 1088, Acts of the 79th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 2005;
	(54) Sections 1, 2, 3(b), 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12,
	13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, and 20, Chapter 1312, Acts of the 77th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 2001;
	(55) Section 2, Chapter 1322, Acts of the 79th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 2005;
	(56) Sections 3 and 4, Chapter 381, Acts of the 81st
	Legislature, Regular Session, 2009;
	(57) Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 5a, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12,
	13, 14, and 15, Chapter 18, Acts of the 55th Legislature, 1st Called
	Session, 1957;
	(58) Section 5, Chapter 300, Acts of the 57th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1961;
	(59) Section 2, Chapter 1056, Acts of the 68th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1983;
	(60) Sections 2, 2A, 3, 4, 4(a), and 5, Chapter 286,
	Acts of the 54th Legislature, Regular Session, 1955;
	(61) Section 2, Chapter 143, Acts of the 55th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1957;
	(62) Chapter 418, Acts of the 52nd Legislature,
	Regular Session, 1951;
	(63) Section 2, Chapter 186, Acts of the 58th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1963;
	(64) Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13,
	14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, and 25, Chapter 261, Acts
	of the 61st Legislature, Regular Session, 1969;
	(65) Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13,
	14, 15, 16, 17, 19, and 20, Chapter 101, Acts of the 58th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1963;
	(66) Section 2, Chapter 786, Acts of the 65th
	Legislature, Regular Session, 1977;
	(67) Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13,
	14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, and 20, Chapter 17, Acts of the 56th
	Legislature, 1st Called Session, 1959;
	(68) Sections 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13,
	14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, and 24, Chapter 598, Acts of
	the 59th Legislature, Regular Session, 1965; and
	(69) Chapter 36, Acts of the 64th Legislature, Regular
	Session, 1975.
	ARTICLE 4. GENERAL MATTERS
	SECTION 4.01. LEGISLATIVE INTENT OF NO SUBSTANTIVE CHANGE.
	This Act is enacted under Section 43, Article III, Texas
	Constitution. This Act is intended as a codification only, and no
	substantive change in the law is intended by this Act. This Act
	does not increase or decrease the territory of any special district
	of the state as those boundaries exist on the effective date of this
	Act.
	SECTION 4.02. PRESERVATION OF VALIDATION MADE BY PREVIOUS
	LAW. (a) The repeal of a law, including a validating law, by this
	Act does not remove, void, or otherwise affect in any manner a
	validation under the repealed law. The validation is preserved and
	continues to have the same effect that it would have if the law were
	not repealed.
	(b) Subsection (a) of this section does not diminish the
	saving provisions prescribed by Section 311.031, Government Code.
	SECTION 4.03. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Act takes effect April
	1, 2015.





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	President of the Senate	Speaker of the House

	I hereby certify that S.B. No. 1026 passed the Senate on
	April 4, 2013, by the following vote: Yeas 31, Nays 0.


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	Secretary of the Senate

	I hereby certify that S.B. No. 1026 passed the House on
	May 2, 2013, by the following vote: Yeas 147, Nays 0, two present
	not voting.


	______________________________
	Chief Clerk of the House



	Approved:

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	Date


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	Governor