Relating to the Sabine River Authority of Texas, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; specifying term lengths and grounds for the removal of a member of the board of directors.
What changed between versions
Board size increased from 5 to 9 members with staggered terms of 2, 4, and 6 years to prevent simultaneous turnover.
New mandatory training program for all directors covering district operations, ethics, and open meeting laws.
Geographic residency requirements requiring directors to live in specific counties within upper and lower Sabine River basins.
Mandatory complaint handling system with public notification requirements for investigation status.
New grounds for director removal including failure to maintain qualifications, ethics violations, and excessive absenteeism.
Training requirement enforcement delayed until December 1, 2025 for current directors to allow transition period.
New separation of powers provisions distinguishing board policy-making from manager operational responsibilities.