13.513 – ELECTION BY ELIGIBLE CITY TO EXEMPT SERVICE
Texas Water Code § 13.513
Summary
This law allows eligible cities in Texas to exempt certain service providers from being classified as utilities under state jurisdiction. By passing an ordinance and notifying the utility commission, cities can facilitate privatization contracts without regulatory oversight.
Eligible cities can exempt service providers from utility classification.
Exemption requires an ordinance and written notice to the utility commission.
Applies to privatization contracts with specific service providers.
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In simple terms: Learn about Texas's ELECTION BY ELIGIBLE CITY TO EXEMPT SERVICE law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.
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