All Roll Calls
Yes: 13 • No: 0
TexasHB 567489th Legislature Regular SessionHouseWALLET
Relating to the creation of the River Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power of eminent domain; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments, fees, and taxes.
Sponsored By: Pete Flores (Republican), Terry M. Wilson
Became Law
RIVER RANCH MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1Special Districts & Authorities--Municipal Utility DistrictsSpecial Districts & Authorities--Water & UtilityENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
5 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 4 mixed.
District Borrowing Carries Property Tax Obligations
The district can borrow for authorized purposes using property taxes, impact fees, revenues, contract payments, grants, or other district funds. Property taxes and tax-backed bonds require voter approval; road tax-backed bonds need two-thirds approval from voters who vote. Total principal for tax-backed road debt cannot exceed 25% of district real property's assessed value when issued. Bonds backed only by non-property-tax revenue or qualifying contract payments need no election. While any tax-backed bonds remain unpaid, annual property taxes are required without a rate or amount limit, subject to Water Code requirements.
New River Ranch District Serves Local Properties
Effective September 1, 2025, the law creates River Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1 in Williamson County. Legal land descriptions set which properties are inside the district. The district has general water and utility powers and can impose authorized assessments, fees, and taxes. Any new districts formed by legally dividing this district receive the same powers and duties.
Voters Control District Operating And Contract Taxes
The district can tax property for operations and maintenance only after voters approve. The board cannot exceed the tax rate voters approved. A separate property tax can fund contract payments after a majority of voters voting approve the contract terms. Approved terms may let the board change the contract without another vote. The law sets no specific household tax bill.
River Ranch Can Build Local Roads
The district can acquire, build, finance, improve, operate, and maintain roads and related storm drainage. It can transfer these facilities to the state, a county, or a city for operation and maintenance. Projects must meet applicable city construction, zoning, and subdivision rules, including within cities' extended jurisdictions; county rules apply elsewhere. The Texas Transportation Commission must approve plans for roads the state will operate and maintain. The district has no power to take land through eminent domain.
District Elections Follow City Consent
Voters must confirm the district and elect five directors, who serve staggered four-year terms. Each city covering district land, including through its extended jurisdiction, must consent before that election. The district must follow applicable city consent terms and state environmental agency oversight. Owners holding a majority of assessed real property value can petition that agency to appoint five temporary directors. Temporary terms end upon permanent elections or after four years; successor appointments are allowed if permanent directors remain unelected.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsors
Pete Flores
Republican • Senate
Terry M. Wilson
House
Cosponsors
There are no cosponsors for this bill.
Roll Call Votes
Senate vote • 5/28/2025
Record vote
Yes: 0 • No: 0
Senate vote • 5/28/2025
Record vote
Yes: 0 • No: 0
House vote • 5/10/2025
Record vote
Yes: 0 • No: 0
House vote • Unknown
Committee vote: Land & Resource Management
Yes: 7 • No: 0
Senate vote • Unknown
Committee vote: Local Government
Yes: 6 • No: 0 • Other: 1
Actions Timeline
Effective on 9/1/25
6/20/2025HouseFiled without the Governor's signature
6/20/2025HouseSent to the Governor
5/31/2025HouseSigned in the Senate
5/31/2025SenateSigned in the House
5/30/2025HouseReported enrolled
5/30/2025HouseSenate passage reported
5/29/2025HouseRecord vote
5/28/2025SenatePassed
5/28/2025SenateRead 3rd time
5/28/2025SenateRecord vote
5/28/2025SenateThree day rule suspended
5/28/2025SenateVote recorded in Journal
5/28/2025SenateRead 2nd time & passed to 3rd reading
5/28/2025SenateLaid before the Senate
5/28/2025SenateNot again placed on intent calendar
5/28/2025SenatePlaced on local & uncontested calendar
5/28/2025SenatePlaced on intent calendar
5/26/2025SenateCommittee report printed and distributed
5/23/2025SenateRecommended for local & uncontested calendar
5/23/2025SenateReported favorably w/o amendments
5/23/2025SenateVote taken in committee
5/22/2025SenateConsidered in public hearing
5/22/2025SenateScheduled for public hearing on . . .
5/22/2025SenatePosting rule suspended
5/22/2025Senate
Bill Text
Engrossed
Enrolled
House Committee Report
Introduced
Senate Committee Report
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