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signed · Texas · Senate Jun 22, 2025

SB 1362: Relating to prohibiting the recognition, service, and enforcement of extreme risk protective orders; creating a criminal offense.

SB 1362 prohibits Texas state and local entities - including courts, law enforcement, and prosecutors - from recognizing, serving, or enforcing "extreme risk protective orders" (commonly called "red flag" orders). These orders typically restrict firearm access when a court deems someone a risk to themselves or others. The bill creates a criminal offense for violating this prohibition and blocks Texas entities from accepting federal grants meant to implement such orders. It directly affects all Texas government bodies and law enforcement agencies, preventing them from participating in programs that require enforcing these firearm restrictions. The law takes effect September 1, 2025.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill explicitly prohibits red flag orders (a criminal justice reform tool) and blocks enforcement, directly restricting this aspect of criminal justice policy.95% confidence
Cole Hefner (R) Bryan Hughes (R) Will Metcalf (R) Jared Patterson (R) · 47 co-sponsors
vetoed · Texas · House Jun 22, 2025

HB 4885: Relating to the disclosure of confidential juvenile records to a managed assigned counsel program.

HB 4885 amends Texas Family Code sections to allow juvenile court records to be shared with "managed assigned counsel programs" that appoint attorneys for indigent youth in juvenile court cases. This directly affects attorneys and legal aid programs responsible for representing youth in juvenile proceedings, specifically enabling them to access records needed to determine financial need or appoint counsel. The bill adds a new disclosure exception (Family Code §58.004(b)(6)) and updates disclosure rules (§58.005(a-1)(10)) to include these programs as authorized recipients. The bill passed both chambers in May 2025 but was vetoed by the Governor on June 22, 2025, so it did not become law.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enables juvenile court records access for appointed counsel, ensuring indigent youth receive proper legal representation. This strengthens defense counsel access and protects youth rights in juvenile justice, aligning with criminal justice re...90% confidence
Joe Moody (D) Judith Zaffirini (D)
vetoed · Texas · House Jun 22, 2025

HB 705: Relating to the Cosmetology Licensure Compact; authorizing fees.

HB 705 established a Cosmetology Licensure Compact in Texas, allowing cosmetologists licensed in participating states to practice across state lines without reapplying for new licenses. It directly affects licensed cosmetologists, military members relocating with their families, and state regulatory agencies by creating uniform licensing standards and enabling cross-state practice. Key provisions include standardized requirements for licensure, sharing of disciplinary information between states, and support for military personnel's mobility. The bill was passed by both legislative chambers and sent to the Governor, but was vetoed on June 22, 2025, preventing it from becoming law.
Judith Zaffirini (D) Terry Wilson (R)
vetoed · Texas · House Jun 22, 2025

HB 413: Relating to the release of certain defendants detained in jail pending trial.

HB 413 would have limited pretrial detention for defendants charged with Class B misdemeanors or more serious offenses, preventing jail stays longer than the maximum sentence they could receive if convicted. It required courts to calculate whether a defendant’s cumulative time in jail before trial exceeded the potential sentence for their offense, mandating release if it did. Exceptions included defendants undergoing competency evaluations or subject to Chapter 46B commitment orders. The bill was vetoed by the governor on June 22, 2025, and never took effect.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeLimits pretrial detention exceeding potential sentences, reducing unnecessary incarceration and protecting defendant rights - core criminal justice reform.95% confidence
Briscoe Cain (R) Pat Curry (R) Joan Huffman (R) Jo Jones (D) Brent Money (R) · 29 co-sponsors
signed · Texas · Senate Jun 22, 2025

SB 2078: Relating to the regulation of composting in certain counties; authorizing a civil penalty.

SB 2078 prohibits depositing food waste subject to a commercial food waste composting ordinance (which requires businesses and multifamily properties to divert food waste from landfills) at composting facilities in counties without a municipality that has such an ordinance. It directly affects businesses with food permits and multifamily residential properties in counties with the ordinance, preventing them from sending that waste to composting facilities in counties without the ordinance. Violations carry a $1,000 civil penalty per incident, enforceable by the attorney general. The law excludes agricultural operations from its requirements.
Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRestricts composting access between counties, limiting waste diversion from landfills and potentially increasing landfill use, undermining environmental goals.85% confidence
Lois Kolkhorst (R) Stan Gerdes (R) Trey Wharton (R) Ben Bumgarner (R)
signed · Texas · Senate Jun 22, 2025

SB 2206: Relating to a franchise tax credit for, and the application of sales and use taxes to, certain research and development expenses.

SB 2206 creates a state franchise tax credit for businesses conducting qualifying research and development (R&D) activities within Texas. It applies to companies that incur R&D expenses attributable to Texas operations, linking the credit to the federal R&D tax credit reported on IRS Form 6765. The bill defines "qualified research expense" as the portion of federal R&D costs tied to Texas activities, excluding non-Texas expenses. This policy change makes Texas R&D more financially accessible by allowing businesses to claim a state tax credit for eligible local expenses, effective January 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates franchise tax credit for R&D businesses, reducing tax burden (tax relief) and aligning with pro-business fiscal policy.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCreates tax credit for R&D activities, directly supporting technology innovation through financial incentives. Subjects explicitly include 'RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT'.85% confidence
Joan Huffman (R) Charlie Geren (R) Paul Bettencourt (R)
vetoed · Texas · House Jun 22, 2025

HB 305: Relating to the time period for conducting pretrial hearings after a criminal defendant has been restored to competency.

HB 305 would have required Texas courts to hold pretrial hearings on key issues (like evidence or procedure) within 14 days after a defendant is restored to competency. This directly affects criminal defendants who regain competency and the courts managing their cases. The bill amended the Code of Criminal Procedure to set this specific deadline, ensuring cases progress more promptly after competency restoration. However, the bill was vetoed by the Governor on June 22, 2025, so this requirement never took effect.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates 14-day pretrial hearing deadline after competency restoration, reducing case delays and protecting defendant rights per criminal justice reform principles.90% confidence
Richard Hayes (R) · 1 co-sponsor
signed · Texas · House Jun 22, 2025

HB 766: Relating to the ballot application requirements for the election of a precinct chair.

HB 766 requires candidates for precinct chair in Texas elections to provide either an email address, a phone number, or both in their ballot applications. This rule applies to all candidates running for precinct chair positions and adds to existing ballot requirements. The bill also makes this contact information confidential, preventing it from being disclosed as public records under Texas law. The changes take effect September 1, 2025.
Philip Cortez (D) Judith Zaffirini (D) · 2 co-sponsors
signed · Texas · Senate Jun 22, 2025

SB 646: Relating to repayment of certain mental health professional education loans.

SB 646 creates a program to repay education loans for mental health professionals working in underserved areas of Texas. It defines eligible professionals as psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, social workers, and other licensed providers who complete 1-3 consecutive years of practice in a state-designated mental health shortage area and provide services to Medicaid recipients. The bill requires applicants to apply through the Texas State Board of Examiners and specifies that repayment assistance is tied to service in designated shortage regions. This policy, effective September 1, 2025, aims to address workforce shortages by reducing education debt for providers serving Medicaid patients in underserved communities.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates loan repayment program for mental health pros in underserved areas, expanding access to mental health services for Medicaid recipients in shortage zones.95% confidence
Jo Jones (D) Aicha Davis (D) Royce West (D) Charlene Ward Johnson (D) Rafael Anchía (D) · 3 co-sponsors
signed · Texas · Senate Jun 22, 2025

SB 1968: Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain real estate professionals by the Texas Real Estate Commission.

SB 1968 amends Texas law to define specific required training topics for real estate professionals seeking licenses through the Texas Real Estate Commission. It details 10 course categories (like agency law, property management, and appraisal) and mandates minimum topics within each, such as fair housing laws, contract elements, and ethics. The bill directly affects real estate license applicants and educators by standardizing the curriculum content for pre-licensing courses. The Texas Real Estate Commission will enforce these updated course requirements for all new license applicants.
Sam Harless (R) Senfronia Thompson (D) Cody Harris (R) Charles Schwertner (R) Keith Bell (R)
signed · Texas · House Jun 22, 2025

HB 4042: Relating to the applicability of certain safety provisions and regulatory fees administered by the Railroad Commission of Texas to gas distribution pipelines.

HB 4042 amends Texas law to adjust regulatory fees and safety provisions for gas distribution pipelines operated by utilities. It requires pipeline operators to pay annual fees based on service lines ($1 per line) or master metered systems ($100 per system), due March 15 or June 30 each year. Operators must recover these fees through rate surcharges, excluding them from municipal franchise fees, certain taxes, and sales tax calculations. The bill directly affects investor-owned and cooperative natural gas distribution companies in Texas. These changes take effect September 1, 2025.
Judith Zaffirini (D) Eddie Morales (D)
signed · Texas · House Jun 22, 2025

HCR 143: Congratulating Aaron F. Reitz on his appointment as assistant attorney general of the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Legal Policy.

HCR 143 is a concurrent resolution passed by the Texas Legislature to formally congratulate Aaron F. Reitz on his appointment as Assistant Attorney General of the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Legal Policy. The resolution recognizes his background as a former Texas Deputy Attorney General, former Chief of Staff to Senator Ted Cruz, and a U.S. Marine Corps veteran. It does not create any new laws or policies - it simply expresses the Legislature’s approval of his federal appointment through a formal congratulatory statement. The resolution was enacted and signed by the Governor on June 22, 2025.
Pat Curry (R) Tan Parker (R)
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