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TexasBill · HB 23Became law6mo ago

Qualifying nonprofits in populous counties would receive property-tax exemptions

Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by certain nonprofit corporations, located in a populous county, and used to promote… · Sponsors: Lacey Hull (R), Paul Bettencourt (R) +4 more · 5 cosponsors

If effective, qualifying nonprofits in counties with at least 3.3 million people would receive a property-tax exemption beginning with tax years starting January 1, 2026.

Agriculture · Education

TexasBill · HB 22In progress6mo ago

State funds could support emergency warning and communication systems

Relating to the authority of the comptroller to provide funding for the deployment and operation of certain emergency communication equipment. · Sponsors: A.J. Louderback (R), Greg Bonnen (R) +1 more · 75 cosponsors

If enacted, the bill would let the comptroller's fund support emergency warning systems and shared emergency communications, while a state office could offer grants and loans for them.

Emergency Management · Public Safety

TexasBill · SB 8Became law1y ago

Public facilities would assign shared private spaces by sex

Relating to the designation and use of certain spaces and facilities according to sex; authorizing a civil penalty and a private civil right of action. · Sponsors: Adam Hinojosa (R), Angela Paxton (R) +18 more · 60 cosponsors

State agencies and local governments would assign shared private spaces by sex, with enforcement through state penalties and lawsuits after the Act takes effect.

Civil Rights & Voting · Criminal Justice

TexasBill · SB 12Became law1y ago

Attorney general handles prosecution of state election-law crimes

Relating to the duty of the attorney general to prosecute criminal offenses prescribed by the election laws of this state. · Sponsors: Adam Hinojosa (R), Angela Paxton (R) +14 more · 6 cosponsors

For election-law crimes committed after its effective date, the measure would give the attorney general prosecution authority and require cooperation from local officials.

Civil Rights & Voting · Criminal Justice

TexasBill · SB 5Became law1y ago

State disaster funds would support response, local warnings, and forecasting

Relating to making supplemental appropriations for disaster relief and preparedness and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding those… · Sponsors: Angela Paxton (R), Bob Hall (R) +18 more · 93 cosponsors

The measure would direct state funds to disaster response, local flood-warning equipment, weather forecasting, and, if related safety legislation passes, campground oversight.

Emergency Management · Public Safety

TexasBill · SB 14Became law1y ago

Political subdivisions would credit water-saving projects against impact fees

Relating to the provision by a political subdivision of credits against impact fees to builders and developers for certain water conservation and reuse… · Sponsors: Adam Hinojosa (R), Angela Paxton (R) +27 more

Beginning January 1, 2026, political subdivisions would give builders and developers credits against water and wastewater impact fees for eligible water-saving projects.

Economy & Jobs · Environment & Energy

TexasBill · SB 18Failed1y ago

Qualified local sponsors could build certain flood-control dams without permits

Relating to an exemption from the requirement to obtain a permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain dams or reservoirs operated… · Sponsors: Adam Hinojosa (R), Angela Paxton (R) +15 more

The vetoed measure would let certain Texas districts and authorities build or maintain smaller flood-control dams without a permit, subject to size and purpose limits.

Agriculture · Emergency Management

TexasBill · SB 54Became law1y ago

Voters could use their registered precinct after moving within the county

Relating to election procedures regarding accepting a voter with a residence address that is not current and the immediate effect of a voter's registration… · Sponsors: Bryan Hughes (R), Matt Shaheen (R) · 9 cosponsors

Eligible voters who move within their county could vote in their registered precinct after submitting required residence information, while certain registration updates would take effect after 30 days.

AI & Privacy · Civil Rights & Voting

TexasBill · HB 20Became law1y ago

Texas sets disaster donation rules and penalties for fraudulent solicitations

Relating to measures to prevent and reduce fraudulent charitable solicitations and theft during declared disasters, including establishing a designation… · Sponsors: A.J. Louderback (R), Charles Perry (R) +4 more · 87 cosponsors

The enrolled text would organize official disaster-donation designations and impose criminal and civil consequences for fraudulent disaster-related solicitations.

Consumer Protection · Criminal Justice

TexasBill · HCR 14Became law1y ago

Texas lawmakers honor Brazoria County Judge Lori Rickert's retirement

Congratulating Lori Rickert on her retirement as presiding judge for Brazoria County Court at Law No. 4 and Probate Court. · Sponsors: Cody Vasut (R), Joan Huffman (R)

Texas lawmakers congratulate Judge Lori Rickert on her retirement and direct that she receive an official copy of their resolution.

Civil Rights & Voting · Criminal Justice

TexasBill · HCR 8Became law1y ago

Texas lawmakers congratulate the Semples on their 60th anniversary

Congratulating Charles and Margaret Semple of Midland on their 60th wedding anniversary. · Sponsors: Kevin Sparks (R), Tom Craddick (R)

Texas lawmakers congratulate Charles and Margaret Semple of Midland on 60 years of marriage and direct that an official copy be prepared for them.

AI & Privacy · Government & Ethics

TexasBill · HCR 6Became law1y ago

Texas lawmakers recognize Meals on Wheels program milestone

Congratulating the Senior Life Midland Meals on Wheels program on delivering its five millionth meal. · Sponsors: Kevin Sparks (R), Tom Craddick (R)

The Texas Legislature congratulates Senior Life Midland’s Meals on Wheels program for delivering its five millionth meal in 2025.

AI & Privacy · Healthcare

TexasBill · SB 16Became law1y ago

Texas law would punish fraudulent real-property transfers and filings

Relating to real property theft and real property fraud; establishing recording requirements for certain documents concerning real property; creating the… · Sponsors: Adam Hinojosa (R), Angela Paxton (R) +29 more · 1 cosponsor

If effective, the measure would make specified property transfers and fraudulent real-estate documents felony offenses and set related court, recording, and repayment procedures.

Consumer Protection · Criminal Justice

TexasBill · HB 18Became law1y ago

Legislators absent to block sessions face limits on political money

Relating to a restriction on the acceptance of political contributions and the making of certain political expenditures by a member of the legislature and… · Sponsors: Adam Hinojosa (R), Matt Shaheen (R) +2 more · 26 cosponsors

During a defined absence meant to block legislative action, lawmakers and supporting committees would face limits on political money and possible court penalties.

Civil Rights & Voting · Criminal Justice

TexasBill · HCR 20Became law1y ago

Texas lawmakers commemorate St. Ann's 75th school anniversary

Commemorating the 75th anniversary of St. Ann's Catholic School in Midland. · Sponsors: Kevin Sparks (R), Tom Craddick (R)

The Texas Legislature marks 75 years of St.

AI & Privacy · Education

TexasBill · HB 8Became law1y ago

Texas schools would shift from STAAR to a new assessment program

Relating to public school accountability and transparency, including the implementation of an instructionally supportive assessment program and the adoption… · Sponsors: Brad Buckley (R), Brooks Landgraf (R) +4 more · 61 cosponsors

Public schools would transition from STAAR to a new statewide assessment program by 2027-2028, while accountability ratings and challenge rules would also change.

Civil Rights & Voting · Education

TexasBill · HB 26Became law1y ago

Large-county sheriffs and constables may contract for law enforcement services

Relating to contracting with law enforcement agencies in certain counties. · Sponsors: Lacey Hull (R), Mano DeAyala (R) +4 more · 15 cosponsors

In counties with more than 3.3 million people, sheriffs and constables may make law enforcement contracts with local groups, associations, or landowners.

Civil Rights & Voting · Government & Ethics

TexasBill · HCR 5Became law1y ago

Texas lawmakers honor Don Sparks for his 2025 industry award

Congratulating Don Sparks of Midland on receiving the 2025 Chief Roughneck Award from the Independent Petroleum Association of America. · Sponsors: Kevin Sparks (R), Tom Craddick (R)

The Texas Legislature congratulates Midland oil company leader Don Sparks and directs that he receive an official copy of the resolution.

Economy & Jobs · National Security

TexasBill · HCR 13Became law1y ago

Texas lawmakers urge faster federal action against screwworm

Urging the federal government to take immediate action to curb the spread of the New World screwworm in Texas. · Sponsors: Charles Perry (R), David Cook (R) +4 more · 87 cosponsors

Texas lawmakers urge federal agencies to work with Mexico, speed a planned Texas control facility, and quickly review medicines and pesticides for screwworm infection.

Agriculture · Public Safety

TexasBill · HB 192Became law1y ago

Large counties would need voter approval for law enforcement funding changes

Relating to the funding of law enforcement agencies in certain counties. · Sponsors: Briscoe Cain (R), Charles Cunningham (R) +4 more · 7 cosponsors

The enrolled text would require voter approval for certain law enforcement funding changes in counties with more than 3.3 million people and restrict use of some sheriff and constable funds.

Government & Ethics · Public Safety