The Texas Legislature has passed a sweeping water conservation bill that allocates $3.2 billion over the next decade to upgrade aging water infrastructure, expand desalination capacity, and incentivize agricultural water efficiency improvements. Governor Greg Abbott is expected to sign the measure within the week.
The legislation responds to mounting concerns about long-term water availability in the state, which has experienced three consecutive years of below-average rainfall in its western and central regions. Key provisions include tax credits for farmers who adopt drip irrigation systems, grants for municipal water recycling facilities, and a statewide aquifer monitoring network.
