SB 14 — Relating to the provision by a political subdivision of credits against impact fees to builders and developers for certain water conservation and reuse projects.
Last action — Effective on 1/1/26
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✓Introduced
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This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced August 15, 2025. Enacted.
Signed by Governor Greg Abbott (Republican) on September 17, 2025.
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Enacted
Current position in the legislative process.
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29 sponsors
29 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.
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Cleared a recorded vote
Passed 2 recorded votes so far.
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Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
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By:AAPerry,S.B.ANo.A14 etAN al.ACT relating to the provision by a political subdivision of credits against impact fees to builders and developers for certain water conservation and reuse projects.
S.B.ANo.A14 A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT relating to the provision by a political subdivision of credits against impact fees to builders and developers for certain water conservation and reuse projects.
S.B.ANo.A14 ______________________________ ______________________________ President of the SenateAAAAAAAAAAAAASpeaker of the House I hereby certify that S.B.ANo.A14 passed the Senate on AugustA18,A2025, by the following vote:AAYeasA30, NaysA0.
______________________________ AAAASecretary of the Senate I hereby certify that S.B.ANo.A14 passed the House on AugustA26,A2025, by the following vote:AAYeasA133, NaysA6, one present not voting.
______________________________ AAAAChief Clerk of the House Approved:
______________________________ AAAAAAAAAAAAADate ______________________________ AAAAAAAAAAAGovernor 3
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This bill amends 1 section(s) of the Texas statutes: Section 395.0231.
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Section 395.0231
Sec. 395.0231. CONSERVATION AND REUSE CREDITS AGAINST WATER AND WASTEWATER FEES. (a) A political subdivision shall provide a credit against water and wastewater impact fees otherwise assessed to a development to a builder or developer for the construction, contribution, or dedication of an eligible facility, system, or product that results in water reuse, conservation, or savings. (b) A facility, system, or product eligible for a credit under this section includes a facility, system, or product that: (1) reduces per service unit water consumption, supply requirements, or necessary treatment and distribution infrastructure per service unit; (2) decreases the need of wastewater collection and treatment facilities per service unit; (3) diminishes the demand for stormwater and drainage facilities per service unit; or (4) integrates practices or technologies that achieve water efficiency, reuse, or conservation performance that exceeds standard compliance requirements. (c) A political subdivision that provides a credit under this section shall establish procedures for: (1) calculating and applying the credits in a fair and consistent manner; and (2) reviewing and approving credits under this section.
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Action History
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Effective on 1/1/26
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Signed by the Governor
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Sent to the Governor
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Signed in the House
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Signed in the Senate
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Reported enrolled
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Reason for vote recorded in Journal
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Passed
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Passed to 3rd reading
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Read 2nd time
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Placed on General State Calendar
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Committee report sent to Calendars
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Committee report distributed
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Comte report filed with Committee Coordinator
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Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
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Considered in public hearing
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Referred to Intergovernmental Affairs
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Received from the Senate
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Reported engrossed
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Passed
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Read 3rd time
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Record vote
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Three day rule suspended
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Vote recorded in Journal
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Read 2nd time & passed to engrossment
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Rules suspended-Regular order of business
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Committee report printed and distributed
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Reported favorably w/o amendments
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Vote taken in committee
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Considered in public hearing
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Scheduled for public hearing on . . .
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Posting rule suspended
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Referred to Finance
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Read first time
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Filed
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Received by the Secretary of the Senate
Sponsors
- Cecil Bell · Primary
- Judith Zaffirini · Primary
- Royce West · Primary
- Kevin Sparks · Primary
- Charles Schwertner · Primary
- Angela Paxton · Primary
- Tan Parker · Primary
- Robert Nichols · Primary
- Borris Miles · Primary
- Mayes Middleton · Primary
- José Menéndez · Primary
- Lois Kolkhorst · Primary
- Bryan Hughes · Primary
- Joan Huffman · Primary
- Adam Hinojosa · Primary
- Bob Hall · Primary
- Brent Hagenbuch · Primary
- Roland Gutierrez · Primary
- Sarah Eckhardt · Primary
- Donna Campbell · Primary
- César Blanco · Primary
- Brian Birdwell · Primary
- Paul Bettencourt · Primary
- Carol Alvarado · Primary
- Charles Perry · Primary
- Brandon Creighton · Primary
- Pete Flores · Primary
- Juan Hinojosa · Primary
- Phil King · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →29 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 155 not signed on · 5 voted No
Sponsors (29)
- Cecil Bell
- Judith Zaffirini
- Royce West
- Kevin Sparks
- Charles Schwertner
- Angela Paxton
- Tan Parker
- Robert Nichols
- Borris Miles
- Mayes Middleton
- José Menéndez
- Lois Kolkhorst
- Bryan Hughes
- Joan Huffman
- Adam Hinojosa
- Bob Hall
- Brent Hagenbuch
- Roland Gutierrez
- Sarah Eckhardt
- Donna Campbell
- César Blanco
- Brian Birdwell
- Paul Bettencourt
- Carol Alvarado
- Charles Perry
- Brandon Creighton
- Pete Flores
- Juan Hinojosa
- Phil King
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (155)
155 members have not signed on to this bill.
Show all 155 →"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.
Votes
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
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| Unaffiliated | 133 | 6 | 0 | 12 |
| Total | 133 | 6 | 0 | 12 |
| % of votes cast | 88% | 4% | 0% | 8% |
How each member voted (151)
Roll call published as PDF — view source.
Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- Who sponsors SB 14?
- SB 14 is sponsored by Cecil Bell, Judith Zaffirini, Royce West, Kevin Sparks, Charles Schwertner, Angela Paxton, Tan Parker, Robert Nichols, Borris Miles, Mayes Middleton, José Menéndez, Lois Kolkhorst, Bryan Hughes, Joan Huffman, Adam Hinojosa, Bob Hall, Brent Hagenbuch, Roland Gutierrez, Sarah Eckhardt, Donna Campbell, César Blanco, Brian Birdwell, Paul Bettencourt, Carol Alvarado, Charles Perry, Brandon Creighton, Pete Flores, Juan Hinojosa, and Phil King.
- What is the current status of SB 14?
- This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced August 15, 2025. Enacted.
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