Texas water association Legislative agenda

Legislative Agenda for the 89th Texas Legislative Session

Population growth, extreme weather, and economic development needs are placing significant pressure on the state's already aging water, wastewater, and flood infrastructure.

Texas water providers are working overtime to repair and expand systems for the benefit of current and future Texans, even as water projects become more costly and complex.

To address these challenges, investment in Texas water infrastructure is Texas Water Association’s priority issue during the 89th legislative session.

PRIORITY ISSUE: Investment in Texas Water Infrastructure

• Leverage dedicated funding and/or a one-time infusion of dollars
• Support water and wastewater needs through the Texas Water Fund* 
• Address flood needs through the Flood Infrastructure Fund 

*The Texas Water Fund provides the most flexibility for the Texas Water Development Board to address the state’s significant water and wastewater needs

Texas Water Association also supports:

• Extending loan repayment terms for certain water infrastructure projects to help communities finance larger, more expensive projects, especially in high-growth areas
• Funding to update water availability model data in certain river basins to inform decision making on new water right applications
• Establishing and funding a Groundwater Science & Research Fund at the Texas Water Development Board to enhance groundwater data and planning capabilities
• Funding to replenish the Ag. Water Conservation Grant/Loan Program, as requested in the Texas Water Development Board’s Legislative Appropriations Request

Download a copy of Texas Water Association's Agenda for the 89th Legislative Session, as approved by the Board of Directors on December 6, 2024.

Educational Resources

• Water Infrastructure Needs by House & Senate District
• Texas Water Association Legislative Preview (Slides from webinar on 1/21/2025)
• Investing in Water Infrastructure Fact Sheet
• Investing in Water Infrastructure + About Texas Water Association
• Texas Water Association Legislative Agenda 
• Texas Water Fund Programs at a Glance

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