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(a) The district has the powers and duties provided by the general law of this state, including Chapters 49 and 54, Water Code, applicable to municipal utility districts created under Section 59, Article XVI, Texas Constitution.
(b) The district has the powers and duties necessary to accomplish the purposes for which the district is created.
(c) Notwithstanding Subsection (a), the district may not act as a retail provider of water or wastewater service.
(d) The district shall make the district's water and wastewater facilities available to an entity holding the applicable certificate of public convenience and necessity.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Special District Local Laws Code - SDLL § 8239.101. Municipal Utility District Powers and Duties - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/special-district-local-laws-code/sdll-sect-8239-101/
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