Tex. Local Government Code § 351.135: GENERAL POWERS.

To carry out this subchapter, the district may:

(1) apply for, accept, receive, and administer gifts, grants, loans, and other funds available from any source;

(2) enter into contracts with the federal government and its agencies, this state and its agencies, local governmental entities including the county, and private entities;

(3) conduct, request, and participate in studies, investigations, and research relating to providing a jail facility; and

(4) advise, consult, and cooperate with the federal government and its agencies, the state and its agencies, local governmental entities including the county, and private entities.

Added by Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 1, Sec. 74(a), eff. Aug. 28, 1989.