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Significant Associations

Texas special districts are supported by a network of affiliated organizations. Click each logo to explore the resources and services offered on the organization’s website.


Click the links below to gain a deeper understanding of the codes that govern each special district of Texas. 

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Water & Environmental

Association of Water Board Directors

The Association of Water Board Directors supports Texas water districts through education, collaboration, and advocacy, serving as a leading source of industry knowledge and training. 


Governed by Texas Water Code, Chapter 54. Regulated by Texas Constitution Section 59, Article XVI.

Texas Irrigation Council

The Texas Irrigation Council promotes irrigation water conservation, protects water rights, supports efficient system management, and advocates on related legislative and regulatory issues.


Governed by Texas Water Code, Chapter 58.

Texas Rural Water Association

Texas Alliance of Groundwater Districts

The Texas Rural Water Association supports rural water and wastewater utilities across Texas through education, advocacy, and technical assistance to help deliver safe, reliable water service.


Governed by Texas Water Code, Chapter 51.

Texas Alliance of Groundwater Districts

Texas Alliance of Groundwater Districts

The Texas Alliance of Groundwater Districts supports science-based groundwater management in Texas through education, technical assistance, and collaboration among local districts.


Governed by Texas Water Code 36.013-36.015.

Texas Water Utilities Association

Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board

Texas Water Utilities Association

The Texas Water Utilities Association supports Texas water operators through the provision of training, resources, and a strong professional community, continuing over a century of service.


Governed by Texas Water Code, Chapter 54.

Texas Water Association

Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board

Texas Water Utilities Association

The Texas Water Association promotes sound water policy throughout the state of Texas and works with members to address water supply challenges, from droughts to severe flooding.


Governed by Texas Water Code, Chapter 57.

Texas Municipal Utilities Association

Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board

Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board

The Texas Municipal Utilities Association focuses on supporting the management of municipal utilities and the relationships between city officials, governing bodies, and utility boards.


Governed by Texas Water Code, Chapter 54.

Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board

Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board

Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board

The Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board promotes state-wide sustainable agricultural practices and coordinates efforts to reduce nonpoint source water pollution through legislative efforts.


Governed by Texas Water Code, Chapter 58.

Public Health & Safety

SAFE-D

Texas Mosquito Control Association

Texas Mosquito Control Association

The Texas State Association of Fire and Emergency Districts is dedicated to improving public safety and emergency response across Texas by supporting ESD's and first responders who serve communities throughout the state.


Governed by Chapter 775 of the Texas Health and Safety Code. Authorized under Texas Constitution Article III, Section 48(e)

Texas Mosquito Control Association

Texas Mosquito Control Association

Texas Mosquito Control Association

The Texas Mosquito Control Association works to protect public health and improve quality of life by advancing research, education, and best practices in vector control through collaboration and professional development.


Governed by Chapter 344 of the Texas Health and Safety Code

Texas Crime Prevention Association

Texas Mosquito Control Association

Texas Crime Prevention Association

The Texas Crime Prevention Association works to create safer Texas communities by supporting crime prevention efforts and encouraging active community involvement through public safety programs and partnerships.


Governed by Chapter 363 of the Texas Local Government Code

TORCH

Texas Mosquito Control Association

Texas Crime Prevention Association

The Texas Organization of Rural & Community Hospitals advocates for high-quality healthcare access, strengthening rural health initiatives, and promoting collaboration and innovation in patient care.


Governed by Chapters 281-286 of the Texas Health and Safety Code

Infrastructure & Community Development

Texas Library Association

Texas Library Association

Texas Library Association

The Texas Library Association promotes excellence in education and library services throughout the state by fostering collaboration across library communities and advocating for key legislative priorities.


Governed by Chapter 326 of the Local Government Code. 

Texas Ports Association

Texas Library Association

Texas Library Association

Texas Ports Association advocates for key industry priorities, promotes professional standards and best practices in port management, and encourages collaboration among ports across Texas.


Governed by Chapters 60-63 of the Texas Water Code. Authorized under Texas Constitution Section 59, Article XVI.

Texas Transit Association

Texas Library Association

Texas Transit Association

The Texas Transit Association aims to increase Texan education issues affecting public transportation, advocating for increased community support and resources for transit systems across the state of Texas.


Governed by Chapter 441 of the Texas Transportation Code.

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