HJR 86 Texas House · 89th Legislature (2025)

Proposing a constitutional amendment allowing the legislature to establish a special district to be the seat of state government.

HJR 86 proposes a constitutional amendment that would allow the state legislature to establish a special district to serve as the seat of state government. If approved by voters, this change would grant the legislature authority to create a new designated area - separate from existing counties - for state government offices and operations. The bill does not specify a location but provides the mechanism for the legislature to choose a site for the new government seat. This amendment would directly affect state government organization and potentially impact residents in the area where the special district is established.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Mar 2025
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Governor
Introduced Mar 7, 2025 Last action Mar 7, 2025
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Mar 7, 2025
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Referred to State Affairs
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Mar 7, 2025
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Briscoe Cain
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