The first is related to legislation passed last session (HB-3372 – HB-3391 SB 1073) and is related to Rainwater Harvesting. I want to be clear – this is not pending legislation. This is legislation that was passed in the 82nd Legislative Session and TCEQ is actively developing rules and guidance on the implementation of the bill.

The draft guidance document referenced is RG-445 & Executive Summary – 2011-057-290-OW and its application to all Public Water Systems. The following are excerpts from the Executive Summary that PWS’s might want to explore and determine actual impact.

www.tceq.texas.gov/rules/prop.html

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The other item is related to HB 2179 which is associated to the regulation of Backflow Prevention Assembly Testers by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners.

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Disclaimer: TWUA is absolutely not attempting to dictate or in any way mandate your position.  Please understand that you are encouraged to exercise your freedoms and express you opinions; whatever they may be, to those with legislative powers.  Your thoughts and opinions are what make the democratic process work, so if you have a different position (from the letter) please make it known and feel free to share.  TWUA will post your suggested language alongside this original.

Several TWUA members have indicated they feel there are a lot of negatives associated with HB 2179 & SB 1456 and that it violates the intent of the Safe Drinking Water Act.  These members have sought input and suggestions as to possible language, should they or anyone elect to contact any member of the current legislature.  Just because this sample language is available does not imply that you have to use it or take an active role in the bill making process.

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By: Hinojosa    S.B. No. 923
 
A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT
Relating to the creation and funding of the state water plan fund to assist the Texas Water Development Board in the funding of certain projects included in the state water plan; imposing a fee and a surcharge.

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This diagram displays the sequential flow of a bill from the time it is introduced in the House of Representatives to final passage and transmittal to the governor.

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