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(a) The authority has:
(1) the powers of government and the authority to exercise the rights, privileges, and functions specified by this chapter; and
(2) all powers, rights, privileges, and functions conferred by general law on any district created pursuant to Section 59(a), Article XVI, Texas Constitution, except as expressly limited by this chapter.
(b) The authority may perform any act necessary or convenient to the exercise of the powers, rights, privileges, or functions conferred on the authority by this chapter or any other law. (Acts 44th Leg., R.S., G.L., Ch. 126, Secs. 1 (part), 2 (part).)
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Special District Local Laws Code - SDLL § 8506.101. General powers - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/special-district-local-laws-code/sdll-sect-8506-101/
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