Relating to statutory construction.

SB 1796 clarifies how Texas courts interpret state laws by changing statutory construction rules. It prohibits courts from considering legislative intent - such as lawmaker statements, committee reports, or debate comments - when interpreting statutes, requiring courts to focus solely on the plain text. The bill also clarifies that "shall" creates a mandatory duty (not discretion) and "must" creates a requirement or condition. These changes apply to all Texas courts interpreting state laws, directly affecting how judges resolve legal disputes. The bill makes these interpretation rules explicit in the Government Code without creating new programs or directly impacting specific groups.