Texas Bills

The bill text for HB 37 is not currently available in the provided context, as the system notes it "is not currently available, but is coming soon." The title indicates it relates to abortion, including civil liability for distributing abortion-inducing drugs and authorizing private civil lawsuits, but no specific provisions or affected parties are described in the available information. Since the full bill text and summary are unavailable, a detailed policy summary cannot be provided. This bill appears to be newly filed (July 14, 2025) but lacks accessible content for analysis at this time.

This bill would require all state and local government appointees to be U.S. citizens, including those serving on commissions, boards, or advisory groups. It applies to appointments made after the law takes effect, requiring current non-citizen appointees to resign by the effective date unless they become citizens before then. The law does not apply to positions with constitutional eligibility requirements (e.g., certain elected offices). It directly affects current non-citizen officeholders and future appointees to state or local government advisory roles. The bill is pending and would take effect 91 days after the legislative session ends.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment allowing Texas counties to exclude the value of new or substantially remodeled homes when appraising older residence homesteads (over 30 years old) located in or near tax increment financing (TIF) reinvestment zones. It directly affects homeowners in these TIF zones whose older properties might otherwise face higher tax assessments due to nearby new construction. The key provision enables county appraisers to disregard the value of newer homes in the same neighborhood when determining the tax value of qualifying older homes. If approved by voters in 2025, this would permit the legislature to create specific rules for this appraisal method through general law.

HB 93 modifies jurisdiction rules for Atascosa County's County Court at Law. It grants the court concurrent authority with district courts to handle Class A/B misdemeanor cases, family law, juvenile matters, probate, appeals from lower courts, and civil cases under $1 million (excluding certain damages). The bill also adds a new provision (c-1) allowing County Court judges to be assigned to district court matters in Atascosa County. This law applies only to cases filed after its effective date (91 days post-session), leaving pre-existing cases governed by prior law.

This is a symbolic resolution (HR 5) congratulating Brenda Martin on being named the City of Katy's 2024-2025 Senior Volunteer of the Year. It recognizes her community service, including volunteer work with organizations like Girl Scouts, Relay For Life, and the Milk4Many Program, which donates cafeteria food to a local pantry. The resolution formally expresses the Texas House of Representatives' appreciation for her dedication and will provide her with a signed copy. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies.

This resolution (HR 7) commemorates the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Katy Visitors Center, held on May 21, 2025. It formally recognizes the center's role in promoting Katy's tourism, history, and community attractions, as well as honoring the city officials, volunteers, and contributing organizations involved in its development. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new policies or affect any group; it solely serves to acknowledge the project's completion.

HB 75 would require the Employees Retirement System of Texas to provide a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for certain retirement benefits. This adjustment would increase payments to eligible retired state employees to help maintain their purchasing power amid inflation. The bill directly affects retirees receiving benefits from the Employees Retirement System of Texas who qualify for the COLA provision. The bill is currently in early legislative stages, having been filed on July 14, 2025.

HB 91, the Antelmo Ramirez Heat Safety Act, creates new workplace heat illness prevention rules for all Texas employers, regardless of industry or company size. It establishes a heat illness prevention advisory board with members including heat safety experts, construction workers, employers, and labor union representatives to develop safety standards. The Texas Workforce Commission must adopt heat safety standards based on the board's recommendations, aligning with national guidelines from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. Employers will be required to implement specific heat safety measures, and violations may result in administrative penalties. The law directly affects workers in all Texas workplaces exposed to heat risks, such as construction, agriculture, and outdoor labor.

HB 74 would provide a $10,000 annual salary increase for full-time state employees, including public university staff, during the 2025-2027 state fiscal biennium. Part-time employees would receive a proportional increase based on their hours worked relative to full-time hours. The bill excludes legislators and board members who receive per diem or expense reimbursement instead of a salary. It takes effect 91 days after the legislative session ends.

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the Texas House of Representatives. It formally commemorates the 15th anniversary of No Label Brewing Co. in Katy, recognizing the brewery's history, community contributions, and achievements. The resolution directs the House to provide the brewery with an official copy as an expression of recognition. It has no binding effect or policy changes, solely serving as a symbolic gesture of appreciation.

This resolution (HR 6) formally commemorates the 20th anniversary of the Cy-Fair Republican Women (CFRW) club in Harris County, Texas. It honors the club's founding in 2005, its work promoting Republican principles and civic engagement, and its upcoming Founder's Day event on July 8, 2025. The resolution extends the Texas House's "sincere best wishes" to CFRW and provides an official copy of the resolution to the club as a gesture of recognition. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policy.

HB 72 would require Texas to expand Medicaid eligibility to all individuals who qualify under the federal Affordable Care Act, using available federal matching funds. This law directly affects Texans who currently fall in the Medicaid coverage gap and the state health agency responsible for administering the program. Key provisions mandate the state to provide medical assistance to all qualifying applicants starting January 1, 2026, and require annual reports tracking impacts on uninsured rates, state/hospital costs, and charity care. The bill's implementation depends on voter approval of a related constitutional amendment.