Current with legislation from the 2023 Regular and Special Sessions signed by the Governor as of November 21, 2023.
Section 399.003 - Exercise of Powers(a) In addition to the authority provided by Chapter 376 for municipalities, the governing body of a local government that establishes a program in accordance with the requirements provided by Section 399.008 may exercise powers granted under this chapter.(b) The establishment and operation of a program under this chapter by a local government is a governmental function for all purposes.Tex. Loc. Gov't. Code § 399.003
Amended by Acts 2015, Texas Acts of the 84th Leg. - Regular Session, ch. 577,Sec. 1, eff. 6/16/2015.Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg. - Regular Session, ch. 416,Sec. 1, eff. 6/14/2013.