Sen. Kirk Watson announced he plans to file three bils concerning land use along SH 130. The bills would allow small cities land control over extra-territorial jurisdictions within 15 miles of SH 130, provide limited zoning powers within 15 miles of SH 130 for Travis and Williamson Counties, and create an infrastructure district within five miles of SH 130 and within Austin’s extra-territorial jurisdiction, allowing the district to collect sales and property tax to pay for utilities and infrastructure.

Watson will hold a press conference on Friday, Mar 9, at 10:30 AM on the South Steps of the Capitol Building to announce the filing of the bills.