TEXAS LEGISLATURETexans Vote FOR Proposition 4!The Texas Water Association (TWA) is thrilled to see that Proposition 4 (Prop 4) was passed on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Prop 4 was decisively approved by 71 percent of Texas voters, and will dedicate $1 billion in state sales and use taxes per year to the Texas Water Fund for 20 years beginning in 2027. TWA appreciates the support and dedication of all those who have worked toward this landmark legislation and funding achievement. Read the full press release here. TWA's Legislative News ServiceTWA’s Legislative News Service is the trusted source for water policy and legislative news. Available only to TWA members as an add-on service, subscribers receive expert policy analysis of bills of significant interest to TWA members, regular tracking and updates as bills move through the legislative process, and timely alerts on relevant committee hearings. Post General Session Prorated Subscriptions: Our 89th Legislative News Service continues through Special Session and interim period, until November 1, 2026. If you’re new to TWA or missed signing up for this service during the general session, you can still sign up today for a prorated rate. 89th Texas Legislative SessionPopulation 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 was Texas Water Association’s priority issue during the 89th legislative session. |
TWA's Legislative Recap (Summer Conference Presentation) TWA's Summary of Key Water Infrastructure Investments and Policy Changes TWA's Legislative Recap (along with other perspectives) in the Texas Water Journal |
TWA’s Executive Director Stacey Alllison Steinbach and Director of Policy and Legislative Affairs Sarah Kirkle, along with other key stakeholders, were honored to be invited by Governor Abbott to attend the bill signing of SB 7 (Perry/Harris) in Lubbock on June 18. |
89th Agenda and IssuesPRIORITY ISSUE: Investment in Texas Water Infrastructure
*The Texas Water Fund provides the most flexibility for the Texas Water Development Board to address the state’s significant water and wastewater needs Passed as H.J.R. 7 (Harris/Perry) and S.B. 7 (Perry/Harris) Texas Water Association also supports:
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