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SB 884, 68th R.S.

Relating to the definition of water and sewer utilities and to their regulation; to the jurisdiction, powers and duties, and qualifications of members of the Texas Water Commission; to the jurisdiction and powers of municipalities and the Texas Department of Water Resources and its executive director; to the powers and duties of the general counsel; to rules and considerations for fixing or changing rates and for issuance of certificates of convenience and necessity; providing for hearings and for judicial review; providing for certain assessments and fees; providing enforcement procedures and penalties; repealing confliction laws.

Last action: Vetoed by the Governor

Author: John Traeger
Sponsor: Stan Schlueter

Remarks: Postponed on House floor until 9:00 AM, 5/27/83.

Companion:

HB 1885 (Identical)

Bill Analyses:
Committee Report (House Study Group)

Vetoed by Governor Mark W. White, Jr.

Subjects:
Utilities--Water & Sewer
WATER & SEWER UTILITY REGULATORY ACT
WATER COMMISSION, TEXAS
WATER RESOURCES, TEXAS DEPT. OF

House Committee: State Affairs ()
Minutes: May 5 1983 | May 11 1983
Senate Committee: Intergovernmental Relations ()
Minutes: March 24 1983

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