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TexasHB 153589th Legislature Regular SessionHouse

Relating to the Trinity River Authority of Texas, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; specifying grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.

Sponsored By: Stan Kitzman, Tan Parker (Republican)

Signed by Governor

TRINITY RIVER AUTHORITY OF TEXASGovernorSpecial Districts & Authorities--River AuthoritiesSpecial Districts & Authorities--Water & UtilitySunset--Commission BillsPUBLIC NOTICESTAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAININGSUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

Public Gets Trinity River Board Access

Beginning September 1, 2025, the Trinity River Authority must give the public a reasonable chance to address its board. Speaking opportunities cover matters within the Authority's responsibilities. The Authority must handle complaints promptly, publish complaint procedures, and record the parties, issues, review results, and final outcomes. People who file complaints must receive periodic updates until the case closes, unless notice would jeopardize an investigation.

Trinity River Directors Face Accountability Rules

Beginning September 1, 2025, Trinity River Authority directors face removal for missing qualifications, breaking conflict-of-interest rules, or prolonged inability to serve because of illness or disability. Removal also applies for missing more than half of eligible regular board meetings in a calendar year without a majority-approved excuse. The general manager must report potential grounds to the president, who must notify the Governor and Attorney General. When the president is involved, the next highest-ranking director gives those notices. Board actions remain valid even when removal grounds exist. Directors may participate through November 30, 2025, without completing training. Starting December 1, 2025, untrained directors cannot vote, deliberate, or count as attending. Training covers Authority operations, programs, budget, board powers, the latest formal audit, applicable laws, and ethics. The general manager must provide a training manual each year, and directors must acknowledge receiving and reviewing it. Directors are entitled to reimbursement for training travel expenses.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsors

  • Stan Kitzman

    House

  • Tan Parker

    Republican • Senate

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 309 • No: 0

Senate vote • 5/16/2025

Record vote

Yes: 0 • No: 0

Senate vote • 5/16/2025

Record vote

Yes: 0 • No: 0

House vote • 5/7/2025

Record vote

Yes: 147 • No: 0

House vote • 5/6/2025

Record vote

Yes: 145 • No: 0

House vote • Unknown

Committee vote: Natural Resources

Yes: 11 • No: 0

Senate vote • Unknown

Committee vote: Local Government

Yes: 6 • No: 0

Actions Timeline

  1. Effective on 9/1/25

    5/29/2025House

  2. Signed by the Governor

    5/29/2025House

  3. Sent to the Governor

    5/20/2025House

  4. Signed in the Senate

    5/19/2025Senate

  5. Signed in the House

    5/19/2025House

  6. Reported enrolled

    5/19/2025House

  7. Senate passage reported

    5/16/2025House

  8. Record vote

    5/16/2025Senate

  9. Passed

    5/16/2025Senate

  10. Read 3rd time

    5/16/2025Senate

  11. Record vote

    5/16/2025Senate

  12. Three day rule suspended

    5/16/2025Senate

  13. Vote recorded in Journal

    5/16/2025Senate

  14. Read 2nd time & passed to 3rd reading

    5/16/2025Senate

  15. Rules suspended-Regular order of business

    5/16/2025Senate

  16. Placed on intent calendar

    5/15/2025Senate

  17. Committee report printed and distributed

    5/13/2025Senate

  18. Reported favorably w/o amendments

    5/13/2025Senate

  19. Vote taken in committee

    5/12/2025Senate

  20. Considered in public hearing

    5/12/2025Senate

  21. Scheduled for public hearing on . . .

    5/12/2025Senate

  22. Referred to Local Government

    5/8/2025Senate

  23. Read first time

    5/8/2025Senate

  24. Received from the House

    5/7/2025Senate

  25. Reported engrossed

    5/7/2025House

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