Bill grants water agency eminent domain powers

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samanthsmith, on June 21, 2017

A bill signed by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott last week could pave an easier path for the future water needs of municipalities in the region.

Senate Bill (SB) 1198, which relates to the conversion of the Hays Caldwell Public Utility Agency (HCPUA) to the Alliance Regional Water Authority (ARWA), was signed into law Thursday.

The bill, co-authored by State Sen. Judith Zaffirini (D-Laredo) and State Sen. Donna Campbell (R-New Braunfels), and sponsored by Rep. Jason Isaac (R-Dripping Springs), grants ARW...

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