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introduced · Texas · House Jul 31, 2025

HB 244: Relating to the operation and administration of and practices and procedures related to proceedings in the judicial branch of state government, including court security, court documents and arrest warrants, document delivery, juvenile boards, constitutional amendment election challenges, record retention, youth diversion, court-ordered mental health services, the powers of the Texas Supreme Court, and jurors; increasing a criminal penalty; authorizing fees.

HB 244 reorganizes Texas judicial districts and clarifies court jurisdictions across multiple counties. It creates new districts (like the 490th for Brazoria County) and redesignates existing ones (such as the 522nd for Colorado, Gonzales, Guadalupe, and Lavaca counties), specifying which courts handle civil, criminal, or family matters. The bill also modifies roles for district clerks, requiring county clerks to handle certain cases like misdemeanors and juvenile matters. These changes affect county court operations and administrative procedures but do not introduce new substantive legal standards or penalties.
Jeff Leach (R)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 30, 2025

HB 233: Relating to the composition of the districts for the election of members of the United States House of Representatives from the State of Texas.

HB 233 establishes new congressional district boundaries for Texas to be used in the 2026 elections, replacing all previous maps based on the 2020 Census data. It repeals prior redistricting plans, including the 2021 congressional map (S.B. 6), and specifies that districts must align with 2020 Census geographic definitions (tracts, block groups). The new districts apply exclusively to the 120th Congress starting in 2026, leaving the current 119th Congress representation unchanged. This directly affects Texas residents by determining their U.S. House representation beginning in 2026.
Jo Jones (D)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 30, 2025

HB 232: Relating to an exemption from the requirement to obtain a permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for certain dams or reservoirs operated and maintained for the purposes of erosion, floodwater, and sediment control.

HB 232 exempts certain local government entities from needing a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) permit to build or maintain small dams or reservoirs used for erosion, floodwater, and sediment control. Specifically, it applies to "qualified local sponsors" (like soil and water conservation districts with USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service agreements) that own or control dams with normal storage under 200 acre-feet. These entities can construct, maintain, or divert water for repairs without a TCEQ permit, and the exemption continues even if their USDA agreement ends, as long as the dam remains used for its intended purpose. The bill requires TCEQ to adopt implementing rules by April 2026.
Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentExempts small dams from TCEQ permits, removing regulatory oversight for erosion/flood control structures. Weakens environmental permitting standards without environmental protection benefits.90% confidence
Stan Gerdes (R)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 30, 2025

HB 235: Relating to an exemption from sales and use taxes for taxable items purchased by a totally disabled veteran.

HB 235 creates a sales and use tax exemption for veterans with a 100% disability rating (defined as having a "qualified disabled veteran" status under Texas law) on the first $25,000 of taxable items purchased annually. To claim this exemption, veterans or authorized representatives must complete and present a specific exemption certificate form at the time of purchase. The comptroller must develop and post this form on their website by December 31, 2025, and the exemption becomes effective January 1, 2026. This policy directly affects eligible veterans by reducing their out-of-pocket costs for essential purchases.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax exemption for disabled veterans, reducing sales tax burden - direct tax relief for lower-income group per topic indicators.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans on $25k annual purchases, directly expanding financial benefits for veterans with severe disabilities.95% confidence
Richard Raymond (D)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 30, 2025

HB 231: Relating to restrictions on the use of certain ad valorem tax revenue for the payment of public securities.

HB 231 restricts how local governments in Texas can use certain property tax revenue. Specifically, it prohibits municipalities, counties, and entities like local government corporations from using revenue from property tax elections (for maintenance and operations) to pay for bonds or other public securities, including when that revenue is transferred to such entities. The bill explicitly bans dedicating, pledging, or otherwise using these property tax funds for bond payments, ensuring the revenue stays dedicated to its original purpose. This applies only to bonds issued after the bill takes effect, with no retroactive impact.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRestricts property tax revenue use for bond payments, limiting government spending flexibility on public securities.90% confidence
Carl Tepper (R)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 30, 2025

HB 234: Relating to making permanent the limitation on increases in the appraised value of certain real property for ad valorem tax purposes.

HB 234 makes permanent a 20% annual limit on increases to the appraised value of non-homestead property (such as commercial or rental properties) for property tax purposes. Currently, this limit expires after 2026, but the bill repeals temporary provisions that would allow it to end, ensuring the cap continues indefinitely. It directly affects property owners of non-primary residences by preventing large annual tax increases tied to rising property values. The bill replaces the temporary 2026 expiration with a permanent policy, though it requires voter approval of a related constitutional amendment to take effect.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill prevents large annual property tax increases for non-homestead properties, providing tax relief and promoting fiscal responsibility for property owners.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCaps annual property tax increases on rental properties, reducing potential rent hikes and supporting housing affordability for tenants.85% confidence
Dade Phelan (R)
introduced · Texas · Senate Jul 30, 2025

SB 53: Relating to the regulation of products derived from hemp, including consumable hemp products and hemp beverages and the hemp-derived cannabinoids contained in those products; requiring occupational licenses and permits; imposing fees; creating criminal offenses; authorizing civil penalties; imposing taxes.

SB 53 establishes a regulatory framework for hemp-derived consumable products (including edibles and beverages) and the hemp-derived cannabinoids they contain. It requires businesses to obtain occupational licenses and permits, pay associated fees, and comply with new standards, with criminal penalties for violations and civil penalties authorized for non-compliance. The bill also imposes taxes on these products and sets a January 1, 2027, effective date for regulations overseen by a new state agency. This applies directly to businesses producing, selling, or distributing hemp-based consumable products in Texas.
Borris Miles (D) César Blanco (D) Roland Gutierrez (D) Carol Alvarado (D)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 30, 2025

HB 230: Relating to the use by a political subdivision of public funds for lobbying activities.

HB 230 prohibits local governments (like cities, counties, and school districts) from using public funds to hire lobbyists or pay nonprofit associations that hire lobbyists to influence state legislation. The bill specifically bans spending on: (1) hiring registered lobbyists for general lobbying, or (2) funding associations that primarily represent local governments and employ registered lobbyists. Exceptions allow spending for military-related lobbying (e.g., veterans' issues) and for nonprofit staff to provide basic legislative services like tracking bills, analyzing legislation, or testifying before committees. Taxpayers or residents can sue to stop violations and recover legal fees if the local government breaks the rules.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRestricts public funds for lobbying, limiting government spending on non-essential activities per fiscal management principles.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly allows public funds for veterans' lobbying, enabling advocacy on veterans' issues as a specific exception.90% confidence
Matt Shaheen (R)
introduced · Texas · Senate Jul 30, 2025

SB 54: Relating to the regulation of the cultivation, manufacture, processing, distribution, sale, testing, transportation, delivery, transfer, possession, use, and taxation of cannabis and cannabis products and the local regulation of licensed cannabis growers, cannabis establishments, cannabis testing facilities, and cannabis secure transporters; providing for expunction of records relating to certain decriminalized conduct; authorizing the imposition of fees; requiring an occupational license; creating a criminal offense; imposing a tax.

SB 54 establishes comprehensive regulations for cannabis in Texas, creating new rules for businesses that cultivate, sell, or transport cannabis products. It requires occupational licenses for cannabis businesses, imposes taxes on cannabis products, and creates a process to expunge certain past cannabis-related records from criminal files. The bill also defines cannabis and cannabis beverages (excluding hemp products), sets restrictions on cannabis beverages (like no alcohol or caffeine), and creates new criminal penalties for violations. This legislation directly affects cannabis businesses, consumers, and individuals with prior convictions for decriminalized cannabis offenses.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill imposes taxes on cannabis products and authorizes fees for businesses, creating new state revenue streams under 'Fees & Other Nontax Revenue' subject.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill explicitly creates process to expunge cannabis-related criminal records, a direct criminal justice reform measure reducing barriers and promoting rehabilitation for decriminalized conduct.95% confidence
Borris Miles (D) Roland Gutierrez (D) José Menéndez (D) Carol Alvarado (D)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 30, 2025

HB 229: Relating to the Texas Flood Recovery, Reimbursement, and Reconstruction Program; authorizing a civil penalty.

This bill establishes the Texas Flood Recovery, Reimbursement, and Reconstruction Program to provide financial assistance to residents impacted by the July 2025 Hill Country floods. It authorizes reimbursement for property losses and offers incentives for rebuilding above flood levels or in safer locations to reduce future risks. The Texas Division of Emergency Management will administer the program, requiring online applications with verified insurance claim denials (within 15 days) and application decisions within 30 days, plus annual audits of 15% of awarded funds. The program expires September 1, 2035, unless renewed by the legislature.
Wes Virdell (R)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 30, 2025

HJR 29: Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to make permanent the limit on the maximum appraised value of real property other than a residence homestead for ad valorem tax purposes.

HJR 29 proposes a constitutional amendment to make permanent a current limit on the appraised value used to calculate property taxes for non-homestead real estate (such as rental properties, commercial buildings, or second homes) in Texas. It repeals Section 1(n-1) of Article VIII of the Texas Constitution, which currently sets a temporary cap on these appraisals. If approved by voters in the May 2, 2026 election, this change would eliminate the need for the legislature to periodically renew this limit. The bill directly affects property owners of non-primary residences subject to ad valorem (property) taxes.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesMakes property tax cap permanent for non-homestead properties, restricting tax revenue increases. Aligns with 'oppose' as it limits tax burden on commercial/rental properties.95% confidence
Dade Phelan (R)
introduced · Texas · House Jul 30, 2025

HR 49: Congratulating Aristoi Classical Academy on being named Best Charter School in the Houston Chronicle's 2025 Best of the Best list.

HR 49 is a ceremonial resolution introduced by Representative Schofield to congratulate Aristoi Classical Academy on being named Best Charter School in the Houston Chronicle's 2025 Best of the Best list. The resolution formally recognizes the school's achievement and directs the Texas House of Representatives to provide an official copy of the resolution to the academy as a gesture of appreciation. This resolution does not create new laws or affect policy; it is a symbolic acknowledgment of the school's educational accomplishments.
Mike Schofield (R)
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