HB 523 Texas House · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to the authority of the legislature, courts, the governor, and other state and local officials regarding declared states of disaster.

HB 523 proposes to clarify the authority of state and local officials, including the legislature, courts, and governor, when managing declared states of disaster. The bill aims to define the scope of powers available during emergency situations without specifying new restrictions or expansions. It directly affects government entities responsible for disaster response and recovery efforts. The legislation has been referred to the State Affairs committee for further review.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 3, 2025 Last action Mar 3, 2025
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Mar 3, 2025
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Brian Harrison
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