Texas 89th Legislature, 2nd Called Session (2025) Status: Introduced

HB 287 — Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to acquire real property for the taking or transportation of water.

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced August 21, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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This bill amends 1 section(s) of the Texas statutes: Section 271.909.

  • Section 271.909

    Sec. 271.909. AUTHORITY OF POLITICAL SUBDIVISION TO ACQUIRE REAL PROPERTY OUTSIDE JURISDICTION FOR CERTAIN PURPOSES. Except as otherwise provided by law, a political subdivision may not acquire by any method, including by gift, devise, lease, purchase, or eminent domain, real property outside the boundaries of any county that the political subdivision is located in if the property will be used for the taking or transportation of water.

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 183 not signed on

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Not signed on (183)

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors HB 287?
HB 287 is sponsored by Wes Virdell.
What is the current status of HB 287?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced August 21, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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