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SB 3057

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.

89th Legislature (2025)

Creates new Texas water utility district with authority to tax property, issue bonds, and seize land for infrastructure development within River Ranch area.

Recommendations filed with the Senate
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Bill Summary · SB 3057

Legislative bill overview

SB 3057 creates River Ranch Municipal Utility District No. 1 in Texas, a special-purpose local government entity authorized to provide water, wastewater, and drainage services to a defined geographic area. The bill grants this new district powers to exercise limited eminent domain, issue bonds for infrastructure, and levy assessments, fees, and taxes on property owners within its boundaries.

Why is this important

Municipal utility districts (MUDs) are common tools for delivering infrastructure services to developing areas, but they create new governance structures and financial obligations for residents. Property owners in the district will face new tax and assessment obligations, while the district gains legal authority to acquire land for utilities and accumulate debt through bond issuance.

Potential points of contention

  • Eminent domain scope: The "limited power" language leaves ambiguity about what properties can be taken and under what circumstances, potentially affecting property owners' rights
  • Tax burden on residents: New assessments, fees, and taxes represent additional financial obligations for property owners who may not have anticipated these costs
  • Debt authority without population input: The bond issuance power allows the district to accumulate significant debt that future residents must service, with limited transparency about long-term financial obligations

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

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