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HB 4111

Relating to representatives on groundwater management areas.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Ryan Guillen and 1 co-sponsor

HB 4111 restructures groundwater management area board representation and appointment authority, shifting decision-making power in Texas water governance.

Referred to Natural Resources
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Bill Summary · HB 4111

Legislative bill overview

HB 4111 modifies the composition and appointment procedures for representatives serving on groundwater management area (GMA) boards in Texas. The bill adjusts how these boards are structured and who has authority to appoint their members, affecting local water governance across the state's groundwater districts.

Why is this important

Groundwater management areas oversee critical water resources that support agriculture, municipalities, and industry across Texas. Changes to board representation can shift decision-making power between state agencies, local governments, and groundwater districts, potentially affecting water allocation policies and resource management priorities in regions facing water scarcity.

Potential points of contention

  • Local control vs. state authority: Modifications to appointment powers could alter the balance between locally-elected groundwater district boards and state-appointed representatives, raising questions about who should control regional water policy
  • Agricultural vs. municipal interests: Shifts in board composition may favor different water user groups (farmers, cities, industries), creating conflicts over allocation priorities
  • Implementation complexity: Changes to existing board structures may create administrative challenges and uncertainty during transition periods for currently-seated representatives

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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